My name is Sarah and I've lived in Reno most of my life. I've also lived in Sri Lanka and Mexico (for about three months each). Growing up my house was always full of people. Even though this profile is relatively new, I've been on CouchSurfing for a very long time and have had some pretty amazing experiences hosting domestic and international travelers.

As a single mom who travels with her kids (they're teens at this point) all the time, I try to keep our attitudes thankful and flexible. We love to meet new people and pets, and to see the world!

I am calm and introverted, but social. I like to read and write. I work as a Nurse Practitioner.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

My personal philosophy is that you should share whatever you have extra of, be it time, money, space, energy, creativity, talent, etc. You can change the world by doing whatever you can with whatever you have.

My experience with CouchSurfing has far exceeded my expectations. I've met people from around the world, tasted food I never would have tried, and completely regained my faith in humanity. If I can return the favor and pass any bit of that onto my teens, I'll be a happy camper.

Interests

I love to read and write. I love spending time with my kids and my family. I've heard other people say, "Oh there's this fun thing I want to do - I'll have to arrange a sitter so I can go do it". I'm the opposite. I typically think, "Oh there's this fun thing I want to do - I can't wait to do that with my kids!" As a result of this, I mostly hang out an expanding number of teenagers.

I also like hiking and walking along the river. I have three dogs and I like to take them stealth camping near lakes.

I love coffee more than life itself. A

I'm interested in medicine, community health, and innovative ideas that change the way we interact with one another.

• animals
• pets
• books
• dancing
• dining
• wine
• coffee
• running
• walking
• drinking
• traveling
• hiking
• camping
• medicine
• nursing
• volunteering

Music, Movies, and Books

Books
1. The Martian by Andy Weir
2. Atlas Shrugged by Ayn Rand
3. East of Eden by John Steinbeck
4. The Girl Who Drank the Moon by Kelly Barnhill
5. All the Light We Cannot See by Anthony Doerr

TV
1. The Office (US Version)
2. Schitts Creek
3. Ted Lasso
4. Shrinking
5. Parks and Recreation

I like anything that makes you feel good or makes you laugh.

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

I've started a volunteer organization in Sri Lanka.
I've hosted 90 people (over two months) coming from, or headed to, Burning Man.
I've given birth, and I've adopted (equally amazing in different ways).
I've taught a ten-year-old to read.
I've written a book (like a whole, entire book).
I've inspired burgeoning medical residents to evaluate the way they use their medical careers.
I've influenced the way medical offices are run all over the county.
I've helped hospice patients pass into the peaceful beyond.
I've been the only nurse on a committee for physicians.
I've seen dreams long forgotten come full circle.
I've managed not to burn down the house.

Teach, Learn, Share

Serve.
Teach to serve.
Equip to serve.

Don't stress about it. Just do what you can, with what you've got.

What I Can Share with Hosts

My dazzling personality, of course!

And coffee. Lots and lots of coffee.

Countries I’ve Visited

Belize, Canada, Costa Rica, Denmark, Germany, Switzerland

Countries I’ve Lived In

Mexico, Sri Lanka