Abbe

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Description

Having recently retired from a fulfilling career as a public librarian, I remain deeply committed to living an active, learning-rich life. My dedication to physical wellness is reflected in my love for the outdoors—you’ll often find me cycling along local trails or participating in foraging excursions with like-minded organizations I’ve recently joined.

Since June, I’ve been WWOOFing (World Wide Opportunities on Organic Farms) along the Pacific Northwest coast of Washington. I spent a rewarding month on an organic farm in Port Angeles, where I assisted with weeding, planting, watering, and harvesting, all while learning from a knowledgeable and generous farmer. I also woofed on Orcas Island, nurturing a long-neglected garden and continuing to expand my understanding of permaculture and sustainable growing practices. Currently, I’m in Portugal with workaway on an organic farm and will be working on a goat farm next month here.

Though I don't have children of my own, I have a natural affinity for young people and animals alike. I regularly care for my neighbor’s cats, and a recent stay on a family farm in Alaska sparked a special fondness for goats—further deepening my interest in farm life and animal care.

As a lifelong reader and learner, my librarian’s heart continues to guide me through new passions—from organic gardening to foraging and beyond. I’m excited to bring this spirit of curiosity into hands-on farm work, where I can merge my love of nature, sustainability, and learning in this next chapter of life. I'm particularly excited to channel these diverse interests and experiences into hands-on farm work, where I can combine my love of learning with my appreciation for sustainable living.

Interests

Movies & TV

Farming

Sustainability

Vegetarian or vegan

Politics / Social justice

Culture

Animals

Cooking & food

Gardening

Books

Plant care

Cycling

Hiking

Outdoor activities

Mountain

Camping

Fitness

Yoga / Wellness

Languages

Languages spoken
English: Fluent

More details about my language interests
As a former librarian, I know the importance of language, communication and culture. I would love to share my love of language with others.

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Skills and knowledge I'd like to share or learn

Some knowledge of:  

Eco Projects

Gardening

Animal Care

Life at a Farmstay

House sitting

More details about your skills

* Respect for Diversity: Understanding different cultures, backgrounds, and spiritual practices

*Adaptability: The ability to adjust to changing schedules or unexpected circumstances (e.g., weather, last-minute guest changes).

*Patience: Maintaining composure when things don’t go as planned or when guests have different expectations.

*Creativity and Passion: Ability to lead or assist in non-yoga activities like journaling, art, or personal growth workshops.

* I possess a blend of physical, emotional, and practical skills which allow me to contribute effectively to success and enhance the overall experience whether I'm working at a farm, or at a retreat.

Age

67

What else ...

I love to learn anything new! I love digging in the soil and wish to learn more about soil management, and gardening techniques. I love jazz and classical music, I’m learning about birds in different regions and I wish to travel. Please do not be deterred by my age. I have been wwoofing since June and have stellar reviews from both farms. I am still with my second farm in the Northwest Pacific region of the US.

Some more information

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  Smoker

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  Driver's licence

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  Allergies
  No

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  Special dietary requirements
  I do not eat Chicken or meat, though I eat fish