Shannon

Travel information

I am currently

Activities i am interested in:

Hiking, art, swapping stories

Description

Hello there!
I'm originally from the Chicago suburbs, but for the last few years I've lived in Colorado. I've been saving up money for traveling again because I am looking for a place I can really thrive in. There's so much of the world I haven't seen and Workaway is a great opportunity to find adventure and new friends.

Over the last several months, I've been practicing meditation and mindfulness, helping me discern what I really want in life. I value holistic well-being, a sustainable way of life in our daily habits. I feel a great sense of peace in nature and with those who earnestly wish to connect and learn. Genuine curiosity is one of our greatest teachers!

I've been an illustration artist and writer for several years, and I can see the art and beauty in what is typically considered mundane. As far as employment goes, I have quite a resume! From English tutor to farm hand, to large animal caretaker to escape room game master! I've worked plenty of food service and retail jobs as well, you can certainly get an appreciation for proper food management and a positive attitude under pressure.

I believe in putting my full effort into whatever task is at hand, no matter how routine or novel. That's how I best learn to pick up details and improve. Whether working alone or with others, I give it my best.

Interests

Writing

Music

Movies & TV

Hiking

Drawing & painting

Mountain

Pets

Dancing

Art & design

Self development

Fitness

DIY & crafts

Outdoor activities

LGBTQ

Books

Animals

Yoga / Wellness

Nature

Languages spoken

English: Fluent

Skills and knowledge I'd like to share or learn

I'm interested in:  

Light maintenance

Eco Projects

Hospitality/Tourism

Creative DIY projects

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Some knowledge of:  

Light gardening

Life at a Farmstay

Helping around the house

Animal Care

Languages

Helping with Computers/ Internet

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Able to teach about:  

Art Projects

More details about your skills

Through Workaway I have several skills in farm work: from gardening, animal care, light construction, and all the other tasks that keeps a farm operational. I enjoy hands-on work and getting my hands dirty.
I'm a decent cook and baker, I've been experimenting with new recipes lately and it's been a lot of fun. Proper food handling and preparation is very important to me.
I enjoy organization and categorization, keeping things clean and tidy is an ongoing task that I actively partake in.

Age

30

What else ...

I love watching movies and analyzing stories, I'm all about the deep dives. I also love video games like Pokemon and The Legend of Zelda.
I grew up around Chicago but I've been living in Colorado for about four years now. I love being around the mountains and close to nature so I want to extend that by going to other places with great natural settings.

Some more information

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  Smoker

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  Driver's licence

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  Allergies
  no

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  Special dietary requirements
  No dietary requirements, I just try to eat healthy.