Writer, retired art therapist, photography enthusiast, artist.
Love to read, member of two book clubs
Owner of two cats
High church Episcopalian, progressive politics, social justice advocate
Salon (discussion group) member
Church choir member

Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, websites

I value integrity and spontaneity, neither of which is possible without courage.

Travel as much as I can

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

Like to travel, want to explore short-term volunteer opportunities and get out of my comfort zone to learn something new. I also enjoy the world coming to me, welcoming travelers from other places and exchanging ideas and information with them.

Interests

• writing
• photography
• travel
• visual art

Music, Movies, and Books

To Kill a Mockingbird (of course)
Most John Irving novels
I particularly enjoy first novels.
Thinking, Fast and Slow
Tao Te Ching
Poetry by Mary Oliver and others

Classical and alternative music

Eye in the Sky and other thought-provoking movies

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

I've lived a long time, and I've been paying attention.

Teach, Learn, Share

Writer: Can teach English grammar, punctuation, style
Artist/Art Therapist: Teach art to children and adults, retired art therapist
Photography enthusiast: Competent with DSLR, have protographed professionally

What I Can Share with Hosts

I generally am easygoing and resourceful, happy, enjoy interesting conversation, and have a good sense of humor. I enjoy being independent, but I also love making connections with new friends.

Countries I’ve Visited

Austria, Canada, Czech Republic, England, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Mexico, Netherlands, Spain

Countries I’ve Lived In

United States