I have a beautiful home 23 miles outside of downtown Chicago right on the Metro train line and two blocks from Lake Michigan. I have three very kind children; only one is in the house at the moment. I also have a dog that looks a bit like Toto from the Wizard of Oz. I graduated from Northwestern University and have a company in Chicago offering wellness services to residents and travelers. I like to ski, cook, do yoga, knit, run, golf, watch baseball with my youngest, go to coffee shops and see movies. I also am very bad at the violin. My children are the biggest part of my life, though, and luckily, they are pretty awesome!

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

I hosted a family for 10 days from Hong Kong and enjoyed it through my daughter's music conservatory. My friend recommended Couchsurfing to me when I asked him how he could afford to travel so much! However, the hosting is really my main interest. I have a large house and enjoy sharing it with others. I've never utilized the other side of Couchsurfing, but you never know!

Music, Movies, and Books

I like anything my children are playing in general--rap, musicals, trance music, pop... I'm not too picky because almost every genre has great music, in my opinion!

I really like action adventure, but a good drama works, too. I'm currently rewatching House MD. The last movie I saw was Ford V Ferrari.

I am currently reading A Year in Provence. I love to read quality books. I also read Business for the 21st Century and Never Split the Difference. I am on a financial wellness kick as I continue to grow my company and my assets.

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

I've done three. My children!

Noah 20 and in the film program of U of U. Of course, his favorite thing is sleeping late and hanging out with friends!

Opal is gorgeous and has the voice of an angel. She sings, and likes to workout, run and cook. She is 17.

Abel, 15, is all things sports. Track, XC!!!

Teach, Learn, Share

My passion is exercise and knitting. I am very healthy most days and often inspire people to get healthy themselves. Don't worry, I'm no zealot! I am happy to take you for coffee, show you around Highland Park and put you on a train to Chicago. I can also cook well and enjoy feeding people! If I visit you I'm super-tidy and speak very clearly and slowly if English isn't your native tongue!

What I Can Share with Hosts

I'm not really sure. I'm pretty non-offensive and normal! My children are polite and fun. Most days I'm busy with work or the children. If you stay with me I can not be your all-day tour guide, but I will happily give you great free room and board!

Countries I’ve Visited

France, Israel, Mexico