I live and work in Los Angeles, but luckily have a flexible enough job that I can travel 20% of the year. I literally can't get enough.

When I'm not traveling, I'm probably doing some kind of random and fun activity with my 7 roommates (yes, you heard me—it's a crazy, chaotic, lovable madhouse)! As an example, we build a pretty substantial fort in our house each year (epicforts.com). I love cooking and would be happy to cook you a meal, whether it's at my house or yours. I am also pretty up for helping with a house project if you are in the middle of one—I'm pretty handy with a drill or an electric sander.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

I live with quite a few people and wouldn't give up the friendly atmosphere for the world. I love when new people are brought into the house, and also love sharing secret tips about my own city with new travelers. I haven't yet hosted an official couch surfer, but I think it's time :)

Interests

I love doing pretty random things—I'll build things out of wood I find in an alley, make fun things out of paper mache (my blog: surpriseaholic.com), host a murder mystery dinner, or make you a really intensive treasure hunt.

• dogs
• cooking
• recipes
• crafts
• gardening
• soccer

Music, Movies, and Books

Classic Rock, Jazz, Swing, most things.

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

A few years ago I went and lived in Florence for 6 months. Best thing I've ever done.

Countries I’ve Visited

Australia, Austria, Cambodia, Chile, Czech Republic, England, France, Greece, Hungary, India, Italy, Laos, Malaysia, Mexico, Morocco, Netherlands, New Zealand, Spain, Sweden, Thailand, Viet Nam

Countries I’ve Lived In

Australia, England, Italy, United States