Sarah & Sergio

Germany & Colombia
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My name is Sarah!
I am originally from Köln, Germany, and for the past years I have been exploring all over; having lived in China, Taiwan, Austria and Denmark.
I am an Art Historian and Literature Majors; and, I just finished my Ma. studies in Sustainable Heritage Management (with flying colours!)
I am looking to helping out in a farm, or a large garden, in order to learn as much as I can about life, food and local cultures: learning how to tend for crops, prepare wines/conserves/marmalades/jams; and, basically any new skill I can put in my belt.
I am already a vegetarian -for more than a decade-, and want to learn how to eat locally/sustainably. Do not get me wrong: I really like farm animals -and, if the possibility exists to learn how to prepare cheese or other dairy products, I will love it too!

Sergio is from Armenia, Colombia and also finished his MA in Sustainable Heritage Management in Aarhus after having worked as a much appreciated teacher in a school for several years. He graduated in International Relations, and has international experience from his time as a student in Argentina, travelling through South America, and working in Summer Camps in the United States of America.
After having taken part in several academic and outdoor programs - in the United States, Argentina and England - he settled in Denmark for his Master degree and is now eager to learn more about European country and city life. He is looking forward to expand his horizon -especially if it includes farm animals and one or two dogs.
In my opinion, Sergio is the perfect companion for every situation - not only because he has a great sense of orientation. He comes in with an extraordinary motivation to learn new skills and recipes, and is always happy to become part of a new family tradition.

Can't wait to hear back from you!
Interests
Mountain
Beach
Nature
Camping
Hitchhiking
Sailing / Boating
Adventure sports
Yoga / Wellness
Cycling
Dancing
Outdoor activities
Hiking
Farming
Sustainability
Animals
Pets
Languages
Art & design
Drawing & painting
DIY & crafts

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Skills and knowledge we'd like to share or learn
We're interested in:
DIY and building projects
Life at a Farmstay
Eco Projects
Some knowledge of:
Gardening
General Maintenance
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Helping around the house
Language practice
Art Projects
Teaching
Hospitality/Tourism
Able to teach about:
Animal Care
More details about your skills
Sarah: I have worked with children (under five) and also in the services industry. I enjoy art projects and I am very willing to learn. Do it yourself projects will be best for me! I also love to -and are considerably good at- cooking vegetarian meals. I enjoy being with and meeting new people. I have some experience working in farming settings as well.

Sergio: I really like being outside -if possible, all the time! Have knowledge in tending for horses & stables, and dogs (not afraid of dealing with larger breeds!), and have gardened as well. I have worked with teenagers in educational and outdoor recreation settings. I really enjoy physical labour too and don't mind getting my hands dirty.
Languages
Languages spoken
German: Fluent
English: Fluent
Spanish: Fluent
French: Intermediate
Chinese (Mandarin): Intermediate
More details about my language interests
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Age
28 & 30
What else ...
Sarah loves board games -do not get me started on Wizard! She really enjoys a nice seat, balcony or bench with a view.
She makes sure to take her time doing the things she enjoys, specially strolling through cities and parks, cooking and eating. She will make sure to be present to the fullest in every moment spent with others; she is extraordinarily empathic, great at communicating, works to build lasting relationships, and solves conflicts in a very constructive way.
Sergio enjoys being with people -specially sharing around the table-, and he likes time to himself too -like an occassional one person romantic dinner, a long walk around the mountains or a nice bench/hammock with a book. He is very eager to learn new skills and takes time to do things right!
Some more information
- Smoker
- Driver's licence
- Allergies
  No.
- Special dietary requirements
  Sarah is a vegetarian, and consumes eggs, milk and dairy products. Sergio is trying to avoid animal products, but ends eating anything thrown in the way!

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25/10/2021

Left by host (Live and help in a monastery ...) for Workawayer (Sarah & Sergio)

Sarah and Sergio are a beautiful couple, very committed and attentive workers: before you have even assigned them a task, they are already there! During their stay, they dedicated themselves to repairing windows. In the countryside, they stacked wood perfectly and painted a gate. They are always ready for extra commitments (such as entertaining… read more

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13/08/2021

Left by Workawayer (Sarah & Sergio) for host for (Live and help in a monastery ...)

Yesterday, we were joking about writing a book about our experience in workaway these past months; including the funny, the nasty, the unbelievable and the tasty. In the midst of our talk, being very serious about it, we decided to call the Fabriano chapter "Warmth and Joy" . This is what the inhabitants of this architectural relique have and gave… read more

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29/09/2021

Left by host (Learn about coexistence with ...) for Workawayer (Sarah & Sergio)

In the last three weeks I'm realy enjoy working and living with Sergio at my farm. That was one of my best workawayers experience in last six years hove long I work with them. We have lots of different project what we are done but also lots of good comunication about solution hove to do something,about life and Sergio is help me a lot with his… read more

(Excellent )

25/09/2021

Left by Workawayer (Sarah & Sergio) for host for (Learn about coexistence with ...)

I wrote last night: “this place contains the essence of the beauty in life”. Super corny, I acknowledge, but I do not regret a single word, nor do I regret a single day at Lela’s.
What an amazing place!
All the farm animals are amazing beings who quickly respond to some good TLC (Tender Loving Care): the dogs are gorgeous, and the ponies are nuts… read more in a hilarious way. The property is beyond description -but don’t get expectations if reading this, instead let this land present itself to you on its own unique way. I specially loved that the days that I was there since Fall was creeping in with the cold, and I was seeing everything with a new face. The food Lela grows is beyond anything I had tasted before: I devoured the watermelons, collected the fallen peaches, munched on the grapes, got goosebumps with the strawberries (sounds insane, but happened!), and as I write my mouth waters with the memory of those tomatoes. If those were not around, well, there was always some of that insanely tasty homemade home smoked vegan sausage -yes, you are reading that right!
Now, concerning work: it will be hard, and it will be varied. See this place something like a university (as Lela likes to joke), or an extended learning opportunity. I kid you not, you will walk out of this place sored (often go to bed that way!), and so filled with new skills -in gardening, carpentry, construction, etc. Though, as in every place: know and respect your own limits, and let those around you know about this; don’t play macho, Lela’s energy is endless.
Let’s be honest: this is a mostly self-sustaining, holistic and sustainable farm! Lela is serious about this place. It is not a dream nor an advertisement scheme, but something tangible & real that has been made possible through her daily effort and grit -working alongside her you will see how much energy, drive and commitment she has, and well I hope something of that stuck on to me. I am grateful for my stay here and for having had a host like her.
Pro-tip: ask Lela about what you want to learn or wish to do. She really & honestly wishes to make your stay as amazing as possible, and if needed she will go out of her way to address your questions-concerns-queries. I want to provide some examples: in my case she taught me how to make traditional Croatian Ayvar in 2 different ways, brought me to see the lake and river, and showed me Croatian family life. Be respectful to her animals, curious about her and her work, and be open to work. As with everything in life, Lela pays back with the type of energy she receives.
Another pro-tip from a former volunteer that I want to pass on: be around her while she cooks! You will not regret this. She is an enciclopedia of recipes -traditional, vegetarian, vegan, you name it!- and while in the kitchen she will make good care of you learning them. Well, of course, if you are interested and willing to learn!
I hope the future brings me back here.
Pd - I extended my stay!

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05/09/2021

Left by Workawayer (Sarah & Sergio) for host for (Learn about herbal medicine, ...)

We spent around 3 weeks in mountaneous Zumberak; an experience out of a poem, or even a fairy tale. It was nothing like we expected, but so much more.
Instead of days, we like to think of our time here dividing it by meals shared around Masha's table. She is an incredible cook, an amazing host and a super warm human. Her dishes are insane,… read more restaurant quality, and she keeps on experimenting and excelling on her first tries - how she does it, baffles us all. It is something to witness/live. Her kitchen invites playful exploration: we learnt how to do vinegars, pickle grapes, made sourdough breads from oats, and mixed garden plants for juices and salads. In sum, we had daily sensorial adventures around that large table with the entire family and other volunteers like us.
If not in the house, we would spend the late afternoon and early evening by the pond; cooking over the fire, enjoying each other's company and waiting for night to fall with its brindled starry lightness - the Milky Way was always over our heads! Food there would keep the high standards, eating out from large pumpkin leaves or using rastika as edible plates. Have I mentioned the drinking of copious spring water? Often, the food would come from the property or from some of the neighbours: the area is an archipielago of vegetable gardens with houses, and crops and woods, where everyone seems to know each other and constantly trades their food stuffs -paprikas, jams, milk, cottage cheese or pickles. In between our meals we explored around, saw the oxidating woods, the expansive Croatian landscape, deer, hawks, foxes and fields of golden corn ready for harvest.
Work we did was nothing like we expected: it was creative and fulfilling. This is a working & operating farm that produces food and sustent for those living in it; don't slack (!), do your part and you will see your effort impact others. Here, projects are plentiful and Igor's mind has more in the brewing. As a volunteer you will have broadly two options. First, there are those that Igor will note down for you - and, keep an open eye and you'll notice where you can give a hand. There are a bundle of regular chores that a space like this requires: feeding Legolas the horse, weeding vegetable gardens, clearing overgrowth, getting drinking water, separating wood. Then, there is a great amount of space for your own participation and projects. Here, you can be proactive and inventive too. We opened up and organized the Zen & Tao springs, we cleaned the house and cleared the temple, did some construction work, and made winter conserves too.
By playing your cards right, asking curious questions to both Igor and Masha, participating in their projects or dreaming of some , you will be making the most of your time & you will be walking out of Zumberak with abundant new skills and beautiful postcard memories.

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14/08/2021

Left by host (Learn about herbal medicine, ...) for Workawayer (Sarah & Sergio)

Sarah and Sergio are delightful! They gave so much to our project with warmth and compassion and are very motivated. You are lucky if you have the opportunity to host them. Thank you gaias.

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25/10/2021

Left by host (Live and help in a monastery ...) for Workawayer (Sarah & Sergio)

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13/08/2021

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29/09/2021

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25/09/2021

Left by Workawayer (Sarah & Sergio) for host for (Learn about coexistence with ...)

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05/09/2021

Left by Workawayer (Sarah & Sergio) for host for (Learn about herbal medicine, ...)

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14/08/2021

Left by host (Learn about herbal medicine, ...) for Workawayer (Sarah & Sergio)

Sarah and Sergio are delightful! They gave so much to our project with warmth and compassion and are very motivated. You are lucky if you have the opportunity to host them. Thank you gaias.

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22/07/2021

Left by Workawayer (Sarah & Sergio) for host for (Vegetable garden design and ...)

This is a household filled with amazing souls who gave us a helping hand in a moment of need.
We must start by saying how grateful we are with all the members of this family: both the 2 and 4 legged ones.
Valentina and Gabrielle have a beautiful and intriguing project unfolding, and the workawayer who decides to stay with them will be able to see… read more

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18/07/2021

Left by Workawayer (Sarah & Sergio) for host for (Live with our family among ...)

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02/12/2020

Left by Workawayer (Sarah & Sergio) for host for (Help us pick apples beside ...)

Living in the nearby city of Århus, we have done multiple day visits to the place.
It has been two apple seasons now, filled with picking, eating, and juicing æbles.
The more audacious will learn how to bake cakes, make compote, or even try out some apple gløgg in the colder days.
Here you will get the chance to hand pick a wide variety (there… read more

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