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My next destination:
Portugal - from May 2025 until Aug 2025 View allDescription
➡️FOR HOST⬅️
I ask that all interested parties read my entire profile before confirming in order to avoid any offense or misunderstanding.
I was born and raised in North Central Texas(the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex, to be exact).
Sorry, I only speak English. I also understand and speak very basic level French (briefly).
I’m mostly known by others as a conscientious, sincere person who is enthusiastic about life, the future, and the people around me.
I’m fascinated by history, nature, and personal/societal development.
I also nurture a keen interest in metaphysics and the supernatural.
Though I have become much more grounded and apprehensive over the years, I must admit there is still a present predilection for adventure and meaningful connection. I do not deny that I am a man of depth, being both visceral and contemplative in practice and intention.
Honor, Truth, Justice (and self-sacrifice at the expense of these) are core values that will never become peripheral in my life.
This, however, does not mean that I do not possess a sense of humor. I try to enjoy life and find purpose and worth in every person, place, creature, and moment that I encounter.
Some related areas of specialization:
I am a Social Anthropologist, Historian, Lecturer, Minister, Mystic, Fundamental Combat Scientist, and a constant learner..I also have several years of experience in security, transportation, communications, hospitality, and customer service.
I hope that covers a few things 🙂
It will be my honor and privilege to make your acquaintance…Interests
Charity workMusicHikingFitnessWritingPerforming artsLanguagesArt & designBooksBloggingWater sportsSelf developmentSailing / BoatingOutdoor activitiesNatureMountainHistoryEvents & socialAstronomyCultureCooking & foodBeachAnimalsAdventure sportsLanguages
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
French: Intermediate
German: Beginner
Spanish: Beginner
Russian: BeginnerMore details about my language interests
I’m interested in possibly developing my French. I would also like to learn more German, Russia, Spanish/Portuguese/Italian, & Hebrew.Skills and knowledge I'd like to share or learn
I'm interested in:
Being an elderly companion
Languages
Helping with Computers/ Internet
Art Projects
Some knowledge of:
Helping around the house
General Maintenance
House sitting
Charity Work
Able to teach about:
Teaching
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Hospitality/Tourism
More details about your skills
I’ve been a public speaker, teacher, and bi-vocational minister off and on for more than 15 years.
I also have several years of experience as a security liaison.
I have helped to manage, coordinate, and lead everything from mid-size dormatories to massive social and spiritual gatherings and events.Age
36
What else ...
I should mention Prayer; it is not really a hobby or interest for me as much as it is a way of life. My connection with the Creator is the focal point of my life. I also enjoy activities that allow me to explore nature(whether on/in the water, the mountains, or the forests).
Also, I am a people person and have highly developed communication and interpersonal skills.
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😒It has now become quite clear to me that many of the people who request and expect help from travelers are, in fact, just looking to use &/or abuse foreigners for free labor. I should not have to say this, but ➡️that is not what this platform was created for, neither is it meant to be used in such a manner.
After several experiences on this platform, I have discovered that it IS necessary to state some things beforehand.
Firstly:
⛔️I am not a Maid, a Nanny, an Au Pair, a Janitor, a Carpenter🪚, or a Field-hand🌾🧑🏾🌾. These do not fall within my skillset. I am not trained or equipped for any related tasks-nor do I have the patience for such undertakings. ⛔️
Second:
I do Not dislike farm animals or common/exotic pets. I have found that most animals are quite fond of me and typically enjoy being in my presence.
However, if you have animals or even infants who deficate on themselves or anywhere on your property, DO NOT ASK/Expect me to clean or remove it.
Caring for the hygiene and excrement of your animals or your children is you responsibility- NOT MINE.
I will write that again:
🚫I DO NOT CLEAN, Handle, or Transport ANY human or animal feces!💩🚫
Thirdly:
I am an educated man, a professional, and an entrepreneur. I am not a teenager or some immigrant from a third-world country that will be exploited for my labor, my time, or my physical presence.
‼️Room and board are the bare minimum for my time and help at your property. ‼️
➡️ If you do not intend to offer me food(enough to prepare 2-3 Full meals per day), a CLEAN PRIVATE FURNISHED ROOM with electricity & Wi-Fi access, then do not expect me to give more than 15 hours a week in exchange for my time and assistance. If the room you have to offer is(at any time of the day/night) freezing 🧤☃️🧣or uncomfortably cold🥶, then I am NOT interested.
‼️And Last, but, certainly, not Least:
🛑If you have a commercial business, large property, a very dirty/unkempt home/barn/garage/storage space, or any other strenuous heavy-duty projects, 🛑
➡️THIS IS MY NOTICE TO YOU⬅️:
I will NOT give more than 12 hours per week of my time engaged in 🚜outdoor/indoor manuel labor👷🏾♂️👨🏻🌾, construction/building remodeling🔨👷🏻♂️🔧🚧🏗️🧰🦺⚒️, customer service🛎️💳🧾, or any other commercial employee work without monetary compensation equal to no less than €15💶 per⏳hour⌛️.
I will not work more than 5 days per week.
I should add:
• If you engage in the use of recreational drugs(narcotics, hallucinagines, opioids, etc.)➡️like MARIJUANA, which I cannot inhale secondhand without getting a headache🤕 and/or becoming sick🤧🤢🤒, then this is probably NOT a good fit for either of us.
• My Privacy and Personal property are very important to me. This includes all forms of my identification.
As you can see on my profile under BADGES, I am already ID verified. I see no valid reason for me to give you a photo copy(or let you photograph my) passport.
So..IF you attend to photograph or photo-copy my passport, know BEFOREHAND that I require a photo-copy of your passport(&/or valid government ID) with proof of address connecting you to your property, plus a SIGNED document stating that you will delete all copies/images of my ID no more than 24 hours after my departure.
‼️IF YOU CANNOT PROVIDE THE ITEMS LISTED ABOVE, then YOU ARE NOT ALLOWED TO PHOTOGRAPH OR COPY MY PASSPORT.‼️Some more information
Smoker
Driver's licence
Allergies
alcohol(ingesting), squid, secondhand smoke, seed oils,Special dietary requirements
I prefer to eat only kosher meat, so i dont eat pork, shellfish, etc.
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Thank you so much for all your help Josiah David, and best of luck with your travels!
Ester was quite mindful and considerate of me throughout my stay. She treated me more as a guest rather than a servant, which… read more
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Thank you so much for all your help Josiah David, and best of luck with your travels!
Ester was quite mindful and considerate of me throughout my stay. She treated me more as a guest rather than a servant, which… read more