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About Us: Mike (42) and Dani (31)
We are Mike and Dani, a couple who met during our solo trips in Costa Rica. Our shared love for nature, the great outdoors, simple living, and adventure brought us together. We are passionate about doing good for others and living a meaningful life. Since that trip, we have been inseparable and are currently based in Austin, Texas, living in a tiny house while searching for our next adventure.
Mike has 20 years of experience in construction management and is a skilled handyman. He is trained in structural and electrical engineering and has a shed full of tools, always ready for a good DIY project. Mike built our tiny house and is also a wizard when it comes to engine repairs.
Dani is a research scientist with 8 years of experience as an analyst in the pharmaceutical industry, primarily focusing on cancer research. She loves gardening and, having grown up on a farm, is adept at recognizing edible plants, preserving food, and preparing soil and gardens for different seasons.
We are both hardworking and love helping others—no task is too big or small. We enjoy healthy eating, staying physically active, and spending time outdoors.
We also have a dog, Juneau, she's a 9yo cocker miniature schnauzer. Juneau is a very laid back, well behaved, house trained and loves everybody kind of dog, is very good with kids and has previously volunteered as a support animal at a childrens hospital. She barely ever barks but she does the most adorable little howl when she's supper excited.
Interests
Pets
Carpentry
Cycling
Sailing / Boating
Yoga / Wellness
Van life
Nature
Outdoor activities
Charity work
Culture
Beach
Water sports
Vegetarian or vegan
Sustainability
Plant care
Mountain
Languages
Farming
Gardening
Hiking
DIY & crafts
Camping
Animals
Languages
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Romanian: Fluent
Italian: Intermediate
French: BeginnerMore details about my language interests
I can teach English and Romania, or very basic Italian and French Would love to learn other languages :)
Skills and knowledge we'd like to share or learn
We're interested in:
Babysitting and creative play
General Maintenance
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Life at a Farmstay
Helping around the house
Hospitality/Tourism
Charity Work
Art Projects
Teaching
Some knowledge of:
Eco Projects
Animal Care
Able to teach about:
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Languages
More details about your skills
My parents have always had a garden, so when I was growing up we always had fruit and vegetables to be tended to, harvest and then preserve. I always loved gardening and am a biologist so also know a thing or two about plants. My dad is an engineer, so building stuff runs in the blood too, though only extends as far as DIY and upcycling furniture for me for now - though I have done some amateur brick work and sanding so love getting stuck in with those kind of things too :) I am fairly active and enjoy loads of outdoor sports and activities, so love being out and about in nature.
Age
32 & 43
What else ...
I always wanted to experience Workaway, but got stuck in with my job and life and family. I currently work as a researcher in pharmaceutical industry, but I love all things outdoor and hard work, related to agriculture and farming. I am very easy going, polite and calm person to be around. Love cultural explorations and always try to be respectful to other and my surroundings.
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