Esperanza

Canada
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Activities i am interested in:

Outdoors, walking around, meeting up, collaboration, supporting each other while travelling
Description

Hi, my name is Esperanza. I am originally from Mexico and a Canadian citizen, living in Quebec since 2009.
I am a solopreneur working in tech consulting, mainly remotely. I speak fluently English, French, and Spanish, and I have an intermediate level of German, which I’m always happy to practice and improve.

In 2024, I began embracing a more nomadic lifestyle. Since then, I’ve been open to living in different places and participating in meaningful exchanges. I am especially interested in sustainable, ecological, and community-based projects, as well as gardening, house-sitting, pet-sitting, language exchange, and outdoor initiatives.

I am also open to tech-related projects, whether paid or as part of an exchange. I can contribute to digital organization, consulting, online systems, or other tech-oriented support depending on your needs.

I am available for both short- and longer-term stays, and I enjoy dedicating myself seriously to projects where I can add value in both the short and long term.

My Connection with Nature & Animals

I feel deeply connected to nature. I am happiest outdoors — by lakes, in forests, on hiking trails, or cycling long distances. I enjoy biking (including long rides along the lake), hiking, cross-country skiing in winter, and walking in natural spaces. I practice grounding and contemplation in nature, connecting with trees, plants, flowers, the sky, and the earth.

Animals have a very special place in my heart. I feel a natural rapport with cats, birds, dogs, and most animals. Recently, I helped rescue a turtle that was crossing a highway to prevent it from being harmed — I truly see animals as important beings deserving of care and respect.

I love meeting cats during walks and cuddling them, birdwatching and listening to birdsong, which brings me instant peace. I also enjoy caring for plants and gardening and am always happy to help maintain green spaces.

What I Can Offer

I believe platforms like Workaway create beautiful opportunities to help one another and share meaningful experiences.

I am responsible, calm, adaptable, and independent. I can contribute with:

Gardening and plant care

Pet sitting and house sitting

Sustainable and eco projects

Outdoor and land-based support

Language exchange (English, French, Spanish, German intermediate)

Light household help

Tech and digital support (paid or exchange-based)

I value clear communication, mutual respect, and positive collaboration. I enjoy working independently but also appreciate teamwork and shared projects.

Overall, I seek simple, meaningful experiences — contributing, learning, connecting with nature, and sharing good energy wherever I go.

I look forward to connecting with like-minded hosts 🌿✨
Interests

Sustainability

Self development

Technology

Vegetarian or vegan

Pets

Plant care

Music

Photography

Languages

Gardening

Cooking & food

Blogging

Writing

Hitchhiking

Astronomy

Animals

Yoga / Wellness

Nature

Fitness

Camping

Winter sports

Sailing / Boating

Mountain

Dancing

Beach

Water sports

Outdoor activities

Hiking

Cycling

Adventure sports
Languages

Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Spanish: Fluent
French: Fluent
German: Intermediate

More details about my language interests
I have lived in Canada and spoken English for more than 20 years and have acquired fluency in both French and English. I can also teach Spanish as this is my mother tongue language. Interested in practicing more my German intermediate level and learning other languages as well!

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Skills and knowledge I'd like to share or learn

I'm interested in:

Babysitting and creative play

Being an elderly companion

Life at a Farmstay

Eco Projects

Some knowledge of:

Light gardening

Creative DIY projects

Light maintenance

Creating/ Cooking family meals

Helping around the house

Animal Care

Charity Work

Art Projects

Teaching

House & pet sitting

Able to teach about:

Hospitality/Tourism

Languages

Helping with Computers/ Internet
More details about your skills

I am a solopreneur working in tech consulting, mainly remotely. I speak fluently English, French, and Spanish, and I have an intermediate level of German, which I’m always happy to practice and improve.

What I Can Offer

I believe platforms like Workaway create beautiful opportunities to help one another and share meaningful experiences.

I am responsible, calm, adaptable, and independent. I can contribute with:

Gardening and plant care
Pet sitting and house sitting
Sustainable and eco projects
Outdoor and land-based support
Language exchange (English, French, Spanish, German intermediate)
Light household help
Tech and digital support (paid or exchange-based)
Admin tasks

I value clear communication, mutual respect, and positive collaboration. I enjoy working independently but also appreciate teamwork and shared projects.

Overall, I seek simple, meaningful experiences — contributing, learning, connecting with nature, and sharing good energy wherever I go.

I look forward to connecting with like-minded hosts 🌿✨
Age

52
What else ...

Outdoors in general : Hiking, biking, cross-country ski, walking long distances, music listening, yoga, meditation, self-improvement philosophies, travelling, learning, life long learning mindset!
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- Driver's licence
- Allergies
- Special dietary requirements
  Mostly vegetarian and vegan but open to flexitarian and adapt to what is available

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22 May 2026

Left by host (Join us at our warm and ...) for Workawayer ()

I have no pets and it was too early to garden but Esperanza was a godsend for some specific tech challenges I was living, she was a huge help for clarifying things like security issues, building of an app for my business, she ran an analysis of my online profile and business websites and provided specific suggestions for improvement. Once I … read more

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20 May 2026

Left by Workawayer () for host (Join us at our warm and ...)

My stay at Catherine’s home was a truly meaningful and memorable experience.

From the beginning, the house felt warm, welcoming, and very comfortable. It is a beautiful century home located by the river, with a peaceful atmosphere that makes it easy to slow down, reflect, and feel at home. Everything you need is provided, and Catherine is very … read more generous, often sharing meals and creating a relaxed, friendly environment. She naturally treats people more like friends than guests, which makes the experience feel very human and genuine.

Catherine is open-minded, generous, and easy to talk to. We shared many thoughtful conversations about life, spirituality, personal journeys, and goals. We also spent time watching films and discussing a wide range of topics, and these conversations always felt natural, engaging, and meaningful. I truly felt a genuine human connection, and time together always seemed to pass very quickly. She also included us in social moments, such as going out during hockey games, watching the sunset, and spending time outside the house, which made the experience feel integrated into daily life rather than formal or transactional.

The work itself was flexible and varied, including household tasks, gardening, cleaning, and, in my case, she was interested tech-related support. This included small outdoor tasks such as picking up sticks in the garden yard and helping move items from the basement over a few days. A significant focus of the stay was also on tech-related help, where I supported her in developing an initial app prototype related to one of her projects, along with assisting on other tech questions. Given the short timeframe, the focus was on rapid exploration, brainstorming, and creating a functional starting point using AI tools and fast iteration. At the same time, Catherine has a very busy schedule, so progress naturally depended on her availability and priorities. Despite this, we were able to accomplish a meaningful amount in a short period, especially in terms of clarifying ideas and exploring future directions.

She was also very helpful in practical ways — offering rides when needed, including helping me get to a storage place as I was in a transition, and supporting small logistics during my transition. These gestures made a real difference and reflected her generous and supportive nature.

There was a small misunderstanding on the morning of arrival due to travel timing and messaging while I was on an overnight bus, which created a bit uncertain moment when I arrived. I contributed in part here as I could not check my messages during the overnight trave and could not confirm my exact arrival time. My suggestion for other workawayers to avoid this is to setup a clear arrival strategy so that misunderstandings do not happen. 🙂
However, once we met and communicated in person, everything settled naturally and the rest of the stay became very positive.

What stood out most was Catherine’s kindness and generosity. She goes beyond hosting — she genuinely supports people. I felt very welcomed and supported during an important transition period in my life.

Her home is not only comfortable, but also a space where people can feel grounded and supported. I left with more than I expected — not just experience, but also meaningful human connection.

I am very grateful for this opportunity and would happily stay in touch and return in the future. I would highly recommend this experience to others who are open to a flexible, human, and genuinely shared exchange.

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