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Description

I live in a mountainous region of southern New Zealand.Now semi retired I still work making and restoring furniture and joinery.I particularly enjoy designing things with clients and making quality items that will last ,often using recycled materials .I really enjoy meeting people from different cultures and learning to communicate in a foreign language

Interests

Sustainability

Movies & TV

Culture

Charity work

Languages

History

DIY & crafts

Cooking & food

Carpentry

Books

Art & design

Sailing / Boating

Hiking

Languages

Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Vietnamese: Beginner

More details about my language interests
While not a trained teacher I enjoy sharing English conversation and have been trying to learn Vietnamese on line but finding it very challenging ( in a good way)

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Skills and knowledge I'd like to share or learn

I'm interested in:  

DIY and building projects

Life at a Farmstay

Charity Work

Languages

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Some knowledge of:  

Creating/ Cooking family meals

Helping around the house

Eco Projects

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Able to teach about:  

General Maintenance

More details about your skills

I have been working with wood for over 60 years both as a carpenter in construction and making and restoring furniture and joinery.My other passion is meditation which I practice regularly and have done for most of my life

Age

68

What else ...

I like going for walks ,I love boats ,I love swimming,I like watching movies.I like quiet contemplation I like jigsaw puzzles.i like tea and I like to drink in the morning ,I like high mountains.i love hand made things,traditional crafts and going to the market I love fixing things and making things

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