<p>I am someone who is constantly looking for ways to make connections - with new people, ideas, food, travel, activities. Feeling connected to and part of a community (be that in person or online) is something that I relish. My many hobbies undoubtedly reveal all of this: roller skating with my club of fellow enthusiasts, amateur dramatics, baking for people (and enjoying eating cake with them), finding new friends on holiday, learning Italian, visiting places of interest (both historical and modern). Teaching has been an ideal way to channel this curiosity and my need to communicate and find common ground with others. Without wishing to sound horribly corny I relish life!</p>