Madeline

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Información de perfil

Información de viaje
Ahora estoy
en casa
Descripción
I was an exchange student 40 years ago as a teenager and deeply believe in citizen diplomacy and people-to-people experiences that go far deeper than traditional tourism. My professional work as an educator and administrator in the non-profit sector is about improving community life and creating more just, equitable, and sustainable communities. Now I am traveling with my young (7) daughter and want to help her grow in understanding about how people live, and to give back to the communities of which we are a part. We live simply and are happy to share a single bed. We would love to learn from you!! We both love animals and the natural world. My father and grandfather were farmers, so we are happy to help out on a farm or whatever project you have.
Intereses
Bricolaje y manualidades
Carpintería
Playa
Arte y diseño
Arquitectura
Acampada
Trabajo de caridad
Cultura
Agricultura
Autodesarrollo
Navegar / barcos
Sostenibilidad
Escritura
Naturaleza
Idiomas
Senderismo
Cuidado de plantas
Mascotas
Actividades al aire libre
Música

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Idiomas
Idiomas hablados
Inglés: Fluido
Español: Fluido
Alemán: Principiante
Francés: Principiante
Más información sobre tus intereses idiomáticos
I am a native English speaker and have previously taught English both in the USA to immigrants, ESOL students, and adult language learners. I also taught English as a foreign language overseas (Japan). I am fluent in Spanish, but my grammar needs improvement because I learned it though immersion and conversations, not through formal study. My daughter speaks Spanish (mostly) fluently. Years ago I both studied and used French and German as an exchange student.
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Habilidades y conocimientos que quiero compartir o aprender
Me interesa:
Proyectos ecológicos
Proyectos de construcción y bricolaje
Mantenimiento general
Ciertos conocimientos de:
Proyectos artísticos
Compañía para ancianos
Jardinería
Vida en una granja
Cuidado de niños y juegos creativos
Hostelería/turismo
Puedo enseñar:
Trabajo de caridad
Idiomas
Enseñanza
Cuidado de animales
Cocinar para toda la familia
Ayuda doméstica
Que habilidades tienes?
- teaching English
- staring and developing a non-profit organization
- international exchanges and partnership development
- community development and service-learning
- working with animals: dogs, cats, horses, cattle, etc.
- gardening, helping with fencing
- cooking, cleaning, organizing
- Willing to try anything a late-50’s woman (and 7 year old) can physically do!
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I’m traveling in Spain and Portugal with my 7year old daughter. We like reading, playing all sorts of games, and we love animals. I have travelled extensively throughout my life, usually staying with host families and I also have welcomed many, many guests and travelers to our home in the Eastern United States. We are quiet people and enjoy conversations and connecting!
Más información
- Fumador
- Permiso de conducir
- Alergia
- Dieta especial

Comentarios

15 abr 2024

Dejado por el anfitrión (Help with starting remote off ...) para el workawayer (Madeline)

RICH KIND SOUL WITH A MIRACLE DAUGHTER

This was a very short stay exception that rendered incredibly positive in every way.

This mum has brought forth an amazing project herself and was willed to share all her wisdom and does and don´ts even after her stay, feeding so the friendship which was created.

They both came from a more huzzle buzzle… read more environment and realised very quickly how they could tap into this silence and get its enourmous gift. Their huge humbleness and intelligence allowed it and it was such a pleasure to experience them both in that tranquility, connectedness with themselves, and presence.

Young Julia made an immense shift in the few days here and she herself became a huge joyful help! She had declared upon coming that she did not know how to look after a child and that she did not want to help in general... well, to our beautiful surprise there she was the last days offering to proudly lable or carry bottles of olive oil from the harvest, or looking after the boy informing us what he was doing, like "he just ate a bee" (ha ha!! yes, she told us after he had eaten it! so sweet : ) ... all was ok, we removed the sting from his tongue alright : ) This girl was shining in kindness, so loving, respectful and it was such a priviledge to enjoy her in her connectedness with herself and us all : )

Ah! the hights... with their visit we did learn to warn for those who are afraid of driving in the hights... we had to rescue them half way the dirt road to here so they could make it home to us! : ) And we are very happy that we went and put all they needed in our car and brought them up... we would have missed a great experience had we not done so : )

Madelaine was beautifully doing the tons of dishes that the family visits required even with the "off grid no running water" method. always with a smile and a wisdom in seeing what was needed and how it was needed and when it was needed, helping also preserve olives, help Cris carry and organise the big olive crates into the car, and so so thankful and generous for everything.

Hosts, you will never regret having this mom and daughter (and any other new family member of theirs? ; ) in your project, even if for just a few days. Such a package of joyful responsibility, disposition and real help in such a little time is rare to find.

You deserve it all, Magdalena, each and every tiny and big wish your heart may yearn for ; ) Come surely any time and let´s make more of it happen! ; )

(Excelente )