CURRENT MISSION

To be more mindful.

ABOUT ME

I'm generally a happy and outgoing person. I've spent most of the past six years working on the charity I set up for women and children in Africa and, through this, have met some incredible, inspirational people. I am spontaneous and enjoy being around people with a sense of fun and adventure. There are so many things I want to learn about, so many places to see, so many people to meet ... however am I going to fit it all in?!

PHILOSOPHY

Never take this life for granted. Be kind to those you meet - you never know what their lives have been. Smile :)

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

HOW I PARTICIPATE IN COUCHSURFING

I am new to this so haven't couchsurfed yet or hosted but really looking forward to it.

COUCHSURFING EXPERIENCE

Just on the periphery right now - but reading other's stories is wonderfully inspiring :)

Interests

Three interests that, if my friends were asked, "What are Joanna's interests?", I know they would list: photography, people and travel.

I also like reading, walking - we live close to Dartmoor and the coast. I love the sea. I love movies and music. I always sing in the shower and the car. I like cooking but am not a great cook. I play the piano but can't read music.

• singing
• photography
• cooking
• walking
• movies
• reading
• traveling
• music
• piano

Music, Movies, and Books

I love films. Most recently, I watched 'The Intouchables'. Twice. It was that good. I'm not keen on sci-fi and don't like horror. I enjoy almost all forms of music from rock and pop to classical. Our book club recently read 'The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Society' which I loved. Much more than just a book of letters.

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

I backpacked around Australia for three months on my own about fifteen years ago. That was an experience! My two sons survived my single parenting into adulthood which was beyond amazing - more of a miracle really ... ;)

Teach, Learn, Share

Knowing so very little I reckon I can pretty much learn from everyone I meet!

Countries I’ve Visited

Albania, Australia, Brazil, Canada, France, Germany, Greece, Italy, Kenya, Mauritius, Portugal, Seychelles, South Africa, Spain, Tanzania, Turkey, Uganda, United States

Countries I’ve Lived In

Kenya, Tanzania, United Kingdom