I was born in Metlakatla, Alaska, the only reservation in the state. When I was 10 years old I moved to a small, but picturesque island on the Aleutian Chain called Unalaska. I have 3 dogs, one cat, and 7 nieces and nephews (with one on the way!), all of whom I love with every ounce of my soul. I enjoy hiking (in any weather as long as I have appropriate clothing) and lifting weights (ever so moderately). I love the holidays! And because I love the holidays you will always find something festive in my home pertaining to that holiday. Halloween is one of my top 3 favorite holidays but I believe costumes aren't just for Halloween. I also love festivals and themed parties because I love to decorate and dress up for them, too. I have very little cooking experience because I had a wonderfully skilled mother and a partner who wouldn't let me touch the stove. However, it is my life-long dream to be a master in the kitchen. I try my hardest to eat plant-based foods but when you live on an island far from pretty much anything and everything, fruits and veggies are quite expensive. I equally appreciate lounging on a couch as well as being active outdoors. I play volleyball, basketball, and I like to swim in the ocean...but not the Bering Sea. I like to relax by listening to ASMR videos, particularly those made by Gentlewhispering. I really get a kick out of experimenting with my hair (I am currently growing out my mohawk). I love to work with youth whether it's empowering themselves and spreading respect or simply hiking or rafting (kids, youth, and teens dig me). I am an ally to the LGBTQ community, I am pro-equality, and I believe in non violence, which is why my passion lies in helping to eradicate gender violence with youth and teens. I am a feminist. And I love dogs. Specifically my dogs. But any pup will do.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

I am Couchsurfing because I've only heard the best things about it. Friends who are hosts have introduced me to some of the most amazing people I've ever met.

Music, Movies, and Books

Music: Pretty much everything. But what truly laces my dancing shoes are tribal drums and beats.
Movies: The Labyrinth, Knocked Up, This is 40, I Love You Man, Clueless (see a trend?), Snatch, Priscilla Queen of the Desert, Cinderella (Jack, Gus Gus, and Bruno are my favs), Aladdin, All Dogs Go to Heaven, Home Alone, Big Daddy...