I was teaching English in South Korea for the last few years, then traveled through southeast Asia for the last six months. I've been couch surfing for years, but this is my first time using the actual website.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

This is my first time being back in the states in a while, so I'm checking out some cities and seeing where I'd like to plant some roots.

Interests

Writing, photography, being outside, and telling riddles.

• dogs
• architecture
• photography
• dancing
• cooking
• reading
• traveling
• bouldering
• live music
• jazz
• mountains
• forests
• plants
• learning
• meeting new people
• trees
• slacklining
• foraging
• creative writing
• gypsy jazz

Music, Movies, and Books

St. Vincent, Bob Dylan, The Beatles, At The Drive In, The Kinks, The Talking Heads, Duke Ellington, Nina Simone, Sharon Jones and the Dap Kings, Sam Cooke,

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

I didn't die riding a motorbike through Asia!

What I Can Share with Hosts

I can cook, clean, and can hold a conversation. I am also excellent at leaving people alone and being quiet!

Countries I’ve Visited

Cambodia, Canada, Guatemala, Japan, Philippines, South Korea, Thailand, United States, Viet Nam

Countries I’ve Lived In

South Korea, United States, Viet Nam