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Description

I have been on this site since 2018 and have really enjoyed the connections I've made in Ireland and the US, my two homelands.

It's 2026 and I'm looking forward to new adventures in Ireland beginning in April. My last work exchange was in Wicklow for 6 months (2025) tending to property, gardens, stables, horses and minding dogs while the homeowners were away. It was very enjoyable and Ruth would have no problem with a phone call for a reference if needed.

I think one of the main benefits of having me stay for a host is that I am very self sufficient, like to work alone, and will do any job efficiently. If a system is inefficient I may ask if I can improve it. I don't require a lot of socializing, but if there is music or arts involved, you'll find me happy to join.

I have been living in exchange with others going on 14 years now. Work trades and house sitting with animals has been my preferred way to share resources.

I have my own car and am very self reliant with a quiet holistic lifestyle. I also love time spent with music, conscious conversation and making arts and crafts.


I wish to be part of a community or household who value exchange as I do. A new world is being created when people share resources and ease the burden of ownership which creates much work for one person or family alone. I'm a mother of 4 adult children, 3 grandchildren which has made me very adaptable and resourceful. I am here to share some considerable skills out into the global community in exchange for priceless adventures and connections with other bright and beautiful humans. One of my greatest gifts is my sensitivity to people and animals which allows me to assess any situation and read what is needed easily . I also have a sturdy sense of humor and am very difficult to offend :)
I have many references from other sites, if needed, I can provide as a house sitter/caretaker/animal carer. My lifestyle is nomadic and moves with the seasons. I live a life of purpose, am a spiritual healer with a very calm, grounded nervous system.

I'd love an opportunity to work with horses more, especially with people who are teaching natural horsemanship.

I'd love to be in a community of musicians and singers so that I can hone my skills with others.

Interests

Writing

Plant care

Music

Cooking & food

Beach

Photography

Hiking

Pets

Gardening

Carpentry

Dancing

Art & design

DIY & crafts

Performing arts

Camping

Sailing / Boating

Vegetarian or vegan

Outdoor activities

Cycling

Animals

Yoga / Wellness

Van life

Nature

Culture

Farming

Languages spoken

English: Fluent

Skills and knowledge I'd like to share or learn

Some knowledge of:  

Gardening

DIY and building projects

General Maintenance

Life at a Farmstay

Eco Projects

Animal Care

Languages

Art Projects

Helping with Computers/ Internet

Teaching

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Able to teach about:  

Babysitting and creative play

Creating/ Cooking family meals

Helping around the house

Hospitality/Tourism

More details about your skills

Here are a list of skills I have mastered or partially mastered in my 61 years on the planet .
Gardening intuitively. (plants talk to me) Cooking. Cleaning . Teaching ballroom dance . Bartending. Waitressing . Hosting for Airbnb . Loading C130 cargo planes . Sewing on buttons . Making people laugh . Creating websites . Photography . Changing diapers . Riding horses . Energy healing . Intuitive guidance . Driving . Creating dance shows . Coming up with unique business ideas . Being a wordsmith. Writing poetry. Chinese tea ceremonies . Making dream catchers . Assisting births . Building garden beds . Growing vegetables . Making kombucha . Creating ceremonies . Choreography . Yoga . Building pallet furniture . Designing spaces . Singing . Conscious rap.

Age

61

What else ...

I have been caring for homes and animals as a lifestyle in the US since 2012 when I was turned on to work exchange . I am excited to share my skills and learn new ones . I am attracted to horse properties , places used for healing retreats and anywhere sustainability is a priority . I am a dual US and Irish citizen so can stay in Europe as long as I like and am wanting to spread my wings in these areas .

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 eat only conscious foods full of life, when possible, no meat, but I love fresh fish.