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Hello I am Anastasiya. I was born in Odessa, Ukraine where I spent my childhood. I have the warmest memories of those times. At age of 11 I have migrated with my family to New York City. I’ve called NYC my home for 16 years. There I’ve studied, worked various jobs, learned English, and have taken many opportunities to further expand my horizons. I have studied various subjects from Astronomy to early childhood education, psychology, a little bit of engineering and even got myself through a beauty school. I have strong desire to learn and although I haven’t been in an actual university environment in many years now, I take online courses monthly still in various subjects from quantum physics to Masters of wine and literally everything in between. In 2015 I embarked on a journey of self discovery through volunteering. It began during my trip to India. Upon return I’ve had a strong desire to give back. I’ve volunteered for AMHA at the time as well as a hospital, besides working a full time corporate job. But, I wanted to do more. So I joined workaway and decided to take sometime off from work and dedicate myself fully to volunteering. That year I also made one of the best decisions of my life to leave NYC and move to an enchanted island of Puerto Rico! So yes, for the past 9 years now I’ve been living this wonderful island life where I was blessed with a child who is turning 8 this August: He is in my photos. He is trilingual cello player, volleyball player, and overall amazing kid. His father and I have a beautiful coparenting relationship which gives me opportunities to continue my travels and live out my passions. I will be travelling alone at this time but hope to find opportunities to bring him along next year. He is my support system on this and is helping me choose hosts. He has been volunteering here in PR with me since he was 2.5 years old in a local garden and he is quite a seasoned traveler himself since he was 6 weeks old. A little more about me, I am a reader. I read on average 2 books a week. I am an animal lover. currently I have just a cat, but previously have fostered cats and dogs. I am a macrame artist, I run a few small businesses. I work remotely and able to travel and create my own schedule. I love photography. I fluently speak 2 languages. Spanish and Ukrainian are my secondary and I can carry a conversation. I love classical music and jazz, I am humble and easy to get along with but also love my solitude, I am a hard worker, I operate great in team settings as well as independantly, I enjoy a good glass of wine and love food! Although I’ve mostly been a pescatarian for past 10 years. i do not smoke. I deeply enjoy learning about new cultures and submerge in local lifestyles. My goal is to share my knowledge and experience and learn as I go.
Interests
Vegetarian or vegan
Sailing / Boating
Self development
Mountain
Pets
Plant care
Photography
Music
Outdoor activities
Nature
Languages
Dancing
Fashion or beauty
History
Gardening
Hiking
Fitness
Farming
Drawing & painting
Events & social
DIY & crafts
Culture
Charity work
Cooking & food
Animals
Books
Beach
Astronomy
Architecture
Art & design
Languages
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Russian: Fluent
Spanish: Intermediate
Ukrainian: BeginnerMore details about my language interests
This workawayer has indicated that they would be interested in sharing their language(s) or learning a new language. You can contact them directly to discuss this.
Skills and knowledge I'd like to share or learn
I'm interested in:
Being an elderly companion
Some knowledge of:
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Life at a Farmstay
Eco Projects
Helping around the house
Animal Care
Hospitality/Tourism
Charity Work
Art Projects
Able to teach about:
Babysitting and creative play
Languages
Teaching
More details about your skills
I am a florist with a decade of experience under my belt. Gardener. Have an eye for photography. Speak several languages. I am a mom, so naturally I am great with children and possess outstanding patience. I am an event organizer. I am an artist. Wine enthusiast. I have customer service experience of 11 years. I can fish. I can cook. Ambidextrous. Very good with animals. Management experience and basic accounting. And most importantly, I love to learn new skills.
Age
36
What else ...
I am very respectful, patient, and humble.
Some more information
Smoker
Driver's licence
Allergies
NoSpecial dietary requirements
No
