Marilyn

Canada
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Description

I have always loved travelling, especially off the beaten path. I am very curious about different cultures, religions and value systems. I love walking and being in nature. Meaningful connections with people and nature bring me happiness.
Interests

Self development

Politics / Social justice

Yoga / Wellness

Nature

Languages

Music

Gardening

Hiking

Dancing

Cycling

Culture

Charity work

Beach

Books
Languages

Languages spoken
English: Fluent
French: Fluent
Italian: Fluent
Spanish: Intermediate
Portuguese: Intermediate
German: Beginner

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I am interested in learning German and Arabic, and in continuing to improve my Spanish and Portugese

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I'm interested in:

Charity Work

Being an elderly companion

Light gardening

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Some knowledge of:

Helping around the house

Hospitality/Tourism

Able to teach about:

Languages

Teaching
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I am a retired university professor (intercultural education), and my field of research was the integration process of immigrants and refugees. I used to teach English as a second language. I am a native speaker of English, quite fluent in French and Italian, with good knowledge of Spanish and Portuguese. I love world music and especially classical music. I have hiked a lot, and have been travelling for much of my adult life (over 100 countries). Generally I am good with people, empathetic and a good listener.
Age

61
What else ...

I enjoy yoga and meditation. I live chocolate. I like to read a lot.
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18 Oct 2026

Left by Workawayer () for host (Join us and enjoy life in ...)

I had a nice experience with this family, and everything about the place and the nature of the work is accurately explained in the profile. I particularly enjoyed cycling around the area in the afternoons. Elke was pretty easy-going about the work schedule, and very enthusiastic, positive, and talkative. Grant was extremely kind and helpful to me … read more

(Very good )

13 Oct 2026

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Ahh where shall we start?
It was so great to host Marilyn, she stayed with us for a little more than two weeks.
And this morning it was time to say goodbye and let her go.
We are thankful that we had the opportunity to meet her. She is an amazing person with a quiet, friendly , respectful , super helpful and open personality.
Marilyn has help … read more

(Excellent )

2 Oct 2026

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Marilyn stayed with us for over two weeks, and we couldn't have asked for a better Workawayer! She supported our everyday family life tremendously and helped out wherever she could.

She is remarkably attentive, experienced, and deeply proactive—when she sees work, she just tackles it. Her communication is outstanding, she always checks in and … read more

(Excellent )

1 Oct 2026

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I loved spending time with Doris and her family. She is a very generous, curious and energetic person who was always calm and caring with me and with her kids. She was very patient and helpful with my attempts at communicating in German. Her daughter Elli, age 9, doesn't speak any English so she was a great language teacher for me. I enjoyed my … read more

(Excellent )

6 Jun 2024

Left by Workawayer () for host (Gardening help welcome in a ...)

This is the most fabulous Workaway family! I absolutely loved my experience with them, in the charming village of Montasola. It is a gorgeous area for walking, and I had plenty of opportunity for long walks with their dog, Wonky. Each of the 4 family members is incredibly kind, but also very fun, full of zest for life and passion for their music. … read more

(Excellent )

6 Jun 2024

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Where can I start with Marilyn? She seemed to know what was needed without us even asking. She would discreetly start cleaning and tidying, in fact the house has never looked so good. We even had to stop her working on her rest days!
On the land she helped build a little rose garden with great enthusiasm. She took pleasure in meeting people and … read more

(Excellent )

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18 Oct 2026

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13 Oct 2026

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2 Oct 2026

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1 Oct 2026

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6 Jun 2024

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6 Jun 2024

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5 Sep 2023

Left by host (Help in our farmhouse in ...) for Workawayer

marilyn is an interesting person, helper, listener, problem solver, story teller and now friend. she has literally traveled the world and doesn't seem to be hesitant about going anywhere that calls her. she seems to always has a plan. i am not great at giving direction or instruction with my workawayer's but marilyn didn't need any of that, she … read more

(Excellent)

30 Jun 2023

Left by Workawayer for host (Help in our farmhouse in ...)

I had a fabulous week at Laurie's place and wish I could have stayed much longer. Laurie is very generous and kind, and so full of humor and zest for life. Never a dull moment, very fun and enjoyable. As all workawayers have noted, she is a top- notch chef- rustic traditional Italian cuisine - the most authentic you will find. Laurie has excellent … read more

(Excellent)

14 Jun 2023

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Marilyn is an amazing professional and highly skilled lady. The fact that she hails from my home country Canada meant she could give me updates on what’s going on there nowadays. As a fellow academic she was able also to fill me in on how stressful academic life has become in Canada - plus ca change. She proved highly capable at all the tasks I … read more

(Excellent)

25 May 2023

Left by Workawayer for host (Non-profit centre for peace ...)

This was my first workaway experience, but I am sure it was quite exceptional. Thomas' house is filled with thousands of books and he is a true scholar of philosophy, history, and all religions - a vast wealth of information! He is also very passionate about working towards world peace. It was an intellectually stimulating two weeks. My jobs … read more

(Very good)

1 Jun 2023

Left by Workawayer for host (Nourish our spirituality ...)

I had a wonderful experience with Jocelyne and Serge in Thenac. They were very welcoming and generous, and their home and gardens are lovely. The highlight for me was the opportunity to join in their meditation practice with neighbours and friends, and even at the Plum village monastery. Their lifestyle is very healthy in every way, with beautiful … read more

(Excellent)