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I'm really interested in natural building and permaculture. I'm thinking of going to some interesting places this summer in my home country, Brazil. Happy to meet up with others with similar plans. :)
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about 5 hours ago
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hello, I'm naomi :) I am wandering around this earth for the last 10 years, with some breaks to work as a nurse in switzerland and with my husband in mexico as a jewelry smith. my personality is quiet and more introverted, but I can talk for hours if we vibe. I like to spend my time with friends and strangers, cook and eat together, share happiness and play board games :) I'm eager to collaborate on social projects, creating spaces where people can connect and share. I come from a rock climbers family, so naturally love to spend time outdoors. I love to be active and relax with a good book both the same. I'm excited to learn new skills and connect through meaningful projects. In the past I helped my friend to build her little adobe hut in the spanish desert, lived in a community in andalusia for a while and learned to play few instruments (not that good). being creative is so much fun, photography , pottery or jewelry. I'm very interested to learn more about natural building methods, permaculture and how to make clothes/fabrics!
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Italy
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Going to Brazil soon! Love to dance forro, hiking, yoga, nature, photography, painting and reading books. I want to learn portuguese. Skilled in hospitality and tourism. Yoga teacher
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I’m interested in cultural exchange, community-based work, and learning through hands-on experience. I enjoy wellness, writing, music, content creation, slow travel, and calm purposeful spaces!!
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