Lorna

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Description

Hey! I'm Lorna, I'm a 34 year old Irish woman who's been travelling around Central and South America for nearly 3 years now, just back in Mexico now after 6 months in Ireland to start the year off warm and happy!
My trip was only supposed to be 1 year in total, but I've loved it too much and I can't see myself living in Ireland again. I've been living in hostels all this time and have made some great friends from all over world because of that. I love meeting new people and sharing experiences and cultures and obviously just being in warm and sunny places.

I love rock and metal music, dark humour and a good comedy. I learnt to scuba dive on my travels and I absolutely love it and go whenever I get the chance. I enjoy being in nature, whether it's the beach, jungle or mountains. I enjoy hiking also. I absolutely love dogs and will spend as much time with them as possible!
Mosquitos absolutely love me however it's not reciprocated.

My pre-backpacking life entailed a degree in Pharmaceutical Biotechnology and I worked in a pharmaceutical manufacturing company for 10 years. Leading a shift of 10 people while running the systems, assembling and repairing equipment, troubleshooting and liasing with other departments. I've left that stressful industry behind but I value all the skills and experience I gained from my time there.

Previous to this, I worked in bars, restaurants and hotels for a number of years to support myself while I was in college. I've done a number of DIY jobs in my own home also, painting, sanding, varnishing, siliconing, drilling & hammering, powerwashing etc. I have had back problems in the past so the only thing I can't do is heavy lifting/dragging etc.

I'm a hard worker, not afraid to dig in and get a job done. I'm good with people and people-management along with a good sense of foresight and problem solving. I like to keep work and living areas clean and organised.

I'm excited to start some workaways so I can continue my adventures while also giving back to the travel and local communities.

Interests

Water sports

Technology

Sustainability

Self development

Photography

Pets

Nature

Outdoor activities

Music

Mountain

Movies & TV

Languages

Hiking

Events & social

Culture

Cooking & food

Charity work

Books

Beach

Astronomy

Art & design

Animals

Languages

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

More details about my language interests
I've taken 3 Spanish courses to help me during my travels in Latin America, I was just in Brazil for 6 months so I had put my Spanish on the side when trying to learn some Portuguese but I'm eager to get back to learning and practicing my Spanish now. I am willing to help teach English also if requested.

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Skills and knowledge I'd like to share or learn

I'm interested in:  

Eco Projects

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Some knowledge of:  

Charity Work

Languages

Creating/ Cooking family meals

House & pet sitting

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Able to teach about:  

Teaching

Animal Care

Helping around the house

Hospitality/Tourism

General Maintenance

Helping with Computers/ Internet

More details about your skills

Ability to navigate myself around Latin America solo, I've adapted to life in hostels and the uncertainty that comes with living out of a backpack full time.

My pre-backpacking life entailed working in a pharmaceutical manufacturing company for 10 years. Leading a shift of 10 people while running the systems, assembling and repairing equipment, troubleshootinging and liasing with other departments.

Previous to this I worked in bars, restaurants and hotels for a number of years while I was in college.

I'm a hard worker, not afraid to dig in and get a job done. I'm good with people and people-management along with a good sense of foresight and problem solving. I'm very social and while my partying days are over I'm still up for having a laugh and bringing the craic.

First aid qualified, proficient in computing, fluent in English, beginner-intermediate Spanish and beginner Portuguese and French.

Age

35

What else ...

Before my travels I was an avid gamer (PlayStation).

I spent 7 years in a voluntary first aid organisation, learning skills, providing medical cover for public events and teaching others. I then spent 5 years with a private company teaching and was certified by the governing bodies in Ireland. My certificates have lapsed but my skills are still intact.

Some more information

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  Smoker

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  Driver's licence

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  Allergies
  Cats - on contact mainly.

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  Special dietary requirements
  Allergic to tomatoes, sweet potatoes, parsnip, hazelnuts, wholegrain/wholemeal, hazelnuts