I'm a student at UCF and I work full time for a big business services company. I study marketing AND work in it. A year and a half ago I was a biology major and I was studying reptiles. I love snakes most of all! My favorite is the hog nose. It plays dead when it's threatened and I have the best stories about them. I also adore dogs. I have three. A crazy husky puppy, an elderly shiba, and a cowardly shepherd. They are my world and through them I've spent a lot of time learning dog training.

Let's go hiking! And drinking! Maybe not in that order but you get the idea. I adore the outdoors and feeling fresh air in my lungs. And booze in my glass. But nothing crazy. I pretty much top out at fruity mixed drinks.

I'm very active in local politics and oh boy, have I had some crazy experiences. I've met presidents, senators, lobbyists and more. I have been published, pushed, and become passionate because of it. Tell me about your local politics - they are always fascinating to me.

Oh and I can make bitchin' cheese, chicken and dumpings and ice cream. Let's cook baby.

I can't wait to see the world. I've been to India and Germany but I want to see more! I love historical or old buildings, natural wonders, and local events. I've seen a lot of the US but nothing here is very old. We don't have too much history. DC and New York are my favorites.

I read a lot and I try to stay current with pop culture. But if it's something I've never heard of, I'm willing to give it a shot! I worked in the live music industry for 7 years as a band merchandise rep. And yes it's as crazy as you think it is but also simultaneously kind of dull.

Add me on snapchat @ Highlivnlowlife for hilarious dog videos and shots of me doing things like laundry

IF YOU WANT ME TO HOST :

Please give me as much notice as possible and let me know what your transportation set up is. There is very little public transport in Orlando. If you're going to Disney I live 10 minutes away, but I need to know in advance if you need me to drive you.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

I plan on traveling soon and I want to get to know people and their lives from them. Not a tour group.

Interests

Conservation, dogs, politics, movies, beer, video games, cooking, bug collecting, travel

• animals
• cats
• dogs
• wildlife
• beer
• politics
• movies
• video games
• traveling
• track and field
• biology
• volunteering

Music, Movies, and Books

Rock, pop, country, blues, jazz, techo, dubstep, classic rock - every genre. I love Tarantino movies. They are probably my favorite. But I also have this weird obsession with the first wives club. My favorite author is Terry Pratchett .

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

I watched two men track snakes using sight and smell. They hand-captured some of the most deadly snakes in the world. Crazy cool.

Teach, Learn, Share

I can help you with English. I'm pretty garbage at spanish but I can get by. I can also teach you about local wildlife.

What I Can Share with Hosts

English practice and a well cooked meal. Or home made cheese or ice cream. Great conversation and hopefully some funny memories. And my couch in the future, should they need it.

Countries I’ve Visited

Germany, India