I am genuine, creative, ambitious, and curious. Being open to the panoply of experience is what is most important. I believe in accepting other people as they are and taking the risk to meet new people.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

Staying with locals is always a more interesting experience and I think travelers share a wonder with the world, and a willingness to go outside what is known. I've experienced such generous amazing people through couchsurfing that I feel compelled to come back and share in return.

Interests

People who are passionate about life and are willing to push their limits and truly be present with an open heart. Music, books, biking, writing, swimming, climbing, hiking, tango, and people who are curious about the nature of things.

• writing
• books
• dancing
• tango
• cooking
• wine
• music
• cycling
• hiking
• rock climbing
• swimming

Music, Movies, and Books

Music- Die Antwoord, Criolo, Céu, Jazz, world music

Books- And there was Light, To Kill a Mockingbird, The Secret Life of Bees

Movies- Mustang, Rain Man, Good Will Hunting

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

I once fit 22 grapes in my mouth when I was 9 years old

Grand Canyon, Iguazú, Glaciers in Patagonia

Teach, Learn, Share

I can teach some dirty words in Italian, Spanish, and Swahili, and to dance some Argentine Tango. I'd like to learn how to make whiskey and how to cook foreign cuisine (Thai, Indian, Middle Eastern and Mediterranean)

What I Can Share with Hosts

I can cook for you, supply wine, and give a tango lesson.

Countries I’ve Visited

Chile, Costa Rica, Germany, Mexico, New Zealand, Norway, Portugal, United Kingdom

Countries I’ve Lived In

Argentina, Australia, Canada, Italy, Tanzania, United States