Sherri

Canada
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At home
Activities i am interested in:
I'm highly adaptable and eager to learn and grow from new experiences. Being a creative problem solver with a glass half full attitude makes it easy for me to fit in any to any situation.
My next destination:
Canada - from Mar 2024
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Hi!

Let's start with this....I realize I may be slightly older, okay a lot older, than a lot of the Workawayers out there, but we're only as old as we feel, right! I was so happy and grateful to have found the Workaway site as this enabled me to take one year off of my my 9-5 life in 2023. Some called me crazy, some courageous,( maybe I'm a little bit of both), as I embarked on an incredible adventure through Europe and Central America, utilizing Workaway as my means of travel and connection. Throughout my journey I had the amazing opportunity to immerse myself in various communities and cultures , it was truly a life changing experience! But now, I have this burning desire to keep the adventure going right here in my own backyard. Oh Canada , I know you have so much to explore and offer and I would truly love to experience my own country the way I did abroad, and give back to the communities that make it unique.

Enthusiasm, glass half full, positive, creative, and the ability to adapt easily to new situations are just some of my attributes. I offer a youthful mature energy, and enjoy learning new things and connecting with people. I’m very easy going, get along with all walks of life, self directed and flexible with volunteering hours.

While away I had a bit of an A-Ha moment where I realized I am happiest helping others and making a difference. I'm super passionate about creating warm and inviting spaces both indoors and out. I am not afraid to get my hands dirty or of a little physical labour. I worked the olive harvest in Greece, was part of a renovation team in the UK, helped with many DIY projects in various homes during my travels throughout Europe. I dog sat, child minded, painted, gardened, cooked, served meals, cleaned, organized sheds and homes, and helped to refurbish a boat. I tended the pollinator gardens and paths at a butterfly garden, helped to keep a hostel running and full of good vibes in Costa Rica. I'm a go with the flow kinda person, always up for new experiences and learning along the way.
I hope you choose to have me in your home and we can team up, make some positive changes and great memories, and I hope we will become good friends!
Interests
Drawing & painting
Astronomy
Adventure sports
Fashion or beauty
Languages
Photography
Art & design
Dancing
Charity work
DIY & crafts
Performing arts
Sailing / Boating
Beach
Farming
Animals
Cycling
Outdoor activities
Self development
Mountain
Music

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Languages
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
More details about my language interests
I am interested in learning another language, and happy to help teach English.
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Skills and knowledge I'd like to share or learn
I'm interested in:
Charity Work
Languages
Art Projects
Teaching
Helping with Computers/ Internet
Some knowledge of:
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Babysitting and creative play
Being an elderly companion
General Maintenance
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Life at a Farmstay
Eco Projects
Animal Care
Hospitality/Tourism
Able to teach about:
Helping around the house
More details about your skills
Hmm...well I have been a home owner and done many DYI projects, pretty good with a hammer and paint brush, and enjoy gardening. I have raised 2 independent, funny , talented amazing daughters, who inspire me daily. I have years of experience with customer service having worked in the healthcare field for over 20 years, and for the past 10 in sales and marketing. I like people and they seem to like me too!
Age
59
What else ...
I enjoy getting out in nature, and have experienced many great hiking trails in and around Vancouver over the years. I love riding my bike and often use this as my way around the city when I can. I am not afraid of hard work or getting dirty, I think I am a farm girl at heart! I can help around your house, care for your children and pets, cook, clean, and be good company :) Thanks for taking the time to read my profile, I hope we have a chance to meet!

~Sherri
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- Smoker
- Driver's licence
- Allergies
- Special dietary requirements

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10 Mar 2024

Left by Workawayer (Sherri) for host (Give a single mum a helping ...)

It’s hard to believe it’s been almost a year since my stay with Genevieve, Christian and Jayden in the Irish Countryside of Barna, ( a short bus ride to Galway) but even after all this time my memories of my stay with this lovely family hold a special place in my heart.

From the moment I arrived I was warmly welcomed by Genevieve and her lovely… read more

(Excellent )

15 Feb 2024

Left by host (Stay in a hostel and enjoy ...) for Workawayer (Sherri)

You cannot go wrong with Sherri as a volunteer! Sherri was an incredible worker with an amazing attitude. I had just taken over the hostel when Sherri arrived with us Costa Rica. This was a hard transition for a volunteer to be in the middle of and mind you this was also peak rainy season so she was also dealing with elements and different… read more

(Excellent )

9 Oct 2023

Left by Workawayer (Sherri) for host (A special place in the ...)

I recently had the pleasure of helping out Jennifer,Cory and Santi with their project at Casa Meta while staying with them in the beautiful mountains of San Jose for 3 weeks. From the moment I arrived they made me feel like a part of their family, creating an unforgettable experience that I will cherish for a lifetime.

The loving kindness… read more

(Excellent )

2 Sep 2023

Left by host (A special place in the ...) for Workawayer (Sherri)

We really enjoyed having Sherri helping at our project. She had remarkable contributions during her time here. Her dedication and sense of responsibility shone brightly; she consistently started working early and often even extended her working hours into the evening. Sherri took pride in ensuring her tasks met our standards, even as she willingly… read more

(Excellent )

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Dog sitting in the beautiful Gap of Dunlow

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Tackling those briars!

Olive picking in Crete 2022💪

Greek Salad :)

Harvest time

Love is all around us

Maple Blossom Fritters -spring time treat in BC

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10 Mar 2024

Left by Workawayer (Sherri) for host (Give a single mum a helping ...)

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15 Feb 2024

Left by host (Stay in a hostel and enjoy ...) for Workawayer (Sherri)

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9 Oct 2023

Left by Workawayer (Sherri) for host (A special place in the ...)

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2 Sep 2023

Left by host (A special place in the ...) for Workawayer (Sherri)

(Excellent )

9 Oct 2023

Left by host (Help with an educational ...) for Workawayer (Sherri)

Sheri is great! She works hard and is friendly. Everyone was sad to see her gom

(Excellent )

25 Jul 2023

Left by Workawayer (Sherri) for host (Help me with my boat and ...)

Mark is an absolute gem of a host! I felt very welcomed right from the start when he came to pick me up from Menaggio, and made a beautiful meal complete with yummy drinks! His 2 bedroom apartment is set in a picturesqeu ancient village situated close to hiking trails and the bus, which made it convenient to do day trips. If you want to stay in… read more

(Excellent )

20 Jul 2023

Left by host (Help me with my boat and ...) for Workawayer (Sherri)

Sherri was a wonderful helper and houseguest. She did all that was asked of her well and smartly. I was two months late on getting my boat ready for the water, and she worked long hours in very hot weather to help me get it finished. We were able to launch the boat and enjoy a few cruises.

She is amiable, and my friends enjoyed her company when… read more

(Excellent )

7 May 2023

Left by Workawayer (Sherri) for host (Help with our animals, garden ...)

Catherine and Liam have a beautiful home with breathtaking views in a peaceful neighbourhood, a short 3kms from Killarney. There is plenty to keep you busy in this picturesque home on the hill, I spent the bulk of my time painting, gardening, weeding, and cutting back and digging out briars. There was another workawayer there as well, so we pooled… read more

(Excellent )

28 Apr 2023

Left by host (Help with our animals, garden ...) for Workawayer (Sherri)

Sherri stayed with us for two weeks in April. She enthuastically tackled every task I asked her to do both inside the house and out in the garden. She sorted the hot press and labelled the shelves to made short work of finding the sheets and pillowcase. Outside she tackled briars, weeded and filled up the raised beds and did a professional job… read more

(Excellent )

4 May 2023

Left by host for Workawayer (Sherri)

Sherri was a great addition to our lives for the time she was here. She is very self motivated and innovates good ideas on everything she does. Also she is very friendly and easy going. We can highly recommend her

(Excellent )

25 Apr 2023

Left by host (Help with house restoration ...) for Workawayer (Sherri)

It was such a pleasure to host Sherri. Her presence in our home was very easy, she is good company, engaging, enthuasistic, kind and very quietly efficient. she is definitely a really great team player with an ability to motivate others.
Sherri has formidable organizational skills and did a very splendid job of helping me declutter and organize my… read more

(Excellent )

6 Apr 2023

Left by Workawayer (Sherri) for host (Help with house restoration ...)

My stay with Catherine was a great experience, she is a warm and welcoming host and offered me such a wonderful introduction to the Ireland! They say time flies when you're having fun, and it certainly did here in Doneraile. It's a small 2 pub town, which is a short 30 mins walk from your beautiful picturesque accommodation.

You will be welcomed… read more

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4 Apr 2023

Left by Workawayer (Sherri) for host (Help create a non-profit ...)

Happy to have helped moving forward this important project! I made my way to the healing hub- hostel like environment and was welcomed by 2 workawayers who had been there for a few months. They escorted me to my room- which was so beautiful, warm, and a view that was stunning! Lucky me :)

I met Dakota and Drew - the hosts- in the morning, who… read more

(Very good )

10 Mar 2023

Left by host (Help create a non-profit ...) for Workawayer (Sherri)

Sherri, really helped move the project along and had fantastic motivational skills and communication.

Although it twas only a short period, a lot got done, and Sherri helped us clear items that we were maybe stuck on, so this was really helpful. Sherri worked well within a team, and even when controversy came up within the house, Sherri was very… read more

(Excellent )

4 Apr 2023

Left by Workawayer (Sherri) for host (Stay at a welcoming ...)

This was my first Workaway experience and it will be a tough one to beat! Eugenia was a kind, thoughtful and welcoming host, always making sure I had everything I needed to be comfortable, I would highly recommend anyone to stay.

I spent over 2 months with Eugenia helping her with various indoor and outdoor projects. I got to show off my talents… read more

(Very good )

4 Jan 2023

Left by host (Stay at a welcoming ...) for Workawayer (Sherri)

Sherri has probably been the best workaway I have ever had! She stayed with me for a couple of months and it was obvious from the first day her willingness and spirit of initiative to help and get involved in whatever chores were present at any given time. The qualities I particularly valued in her, were her flexibility, spirit of initiative,… read more

(Excellent )

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