Cera

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At home
Description
Hello there!! I’m a designer/developer I graduated in 2021 from Colorado University of Boulder with Bachelors Degrees in Media Production and Media Design. I'm currently living in Rotterdam in the Netherlands! I moved here last year from Colorado.

I've been blessed with parents with an appetite for adventure so I've grown up traveling, naturally, I want to continue on my own adventures! I love working with animals, meeting new people to exchange stories, self growth/discovery, and I adore learning.

I was born in Germany but I grew up in Colorado (USA) near Aspen, CO. If you know anything about the area you know it's overflowing with outdoor activities and adventures.

Let me take photos for your workaway page! I'm happy to supply some high-quality photography while I stay.

**I am fully vaccinated**
**I am a European citizen**
Interests
Technology
Plant care
History
Cooking & food
Winter sports
Photography
Hiking
Sustainability
Pets
Mountain
Gardening
Self development
Fitness
Camping
Outdoor activities
LGBTQ
Books
Animals
Adventure sports
Nature

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Languages
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Dutch: Beginner
More details about my language interests
I am currently learning Dutch! Always open to practice
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Skills and knowledge I'd like to share or learn
I'm interested in:
Eco Projects
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Life at a Farmstay
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Helping around the house
Charity Work
Languages
General Maintenance
Some knowledge of:
Animal Care
Helping with Computers/ Internet
Able to teach about:
Art Projects
More details about your skills
photography, videography, graphic design, web development, equine skills
Age
25
Some more information
- Smoker
- Driver's licence
- Allergies
  no
- Special dietary requirements
  I'm lactose intolerant so I can't have diary

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7 Oct 2022

Left by host (Help us care for our equine ...) for Workawayer (Cera)

We were fortunate to host Cera at our horse farm for three weeks in September. She is a very easy person to get along with and an excellent worker. The two main areas of work were clearing up a lot of horse manure and refurbishing garden furniture and window frames - contrasting tasks which Cera fulfilled with equal degrees of efficiency and… read more

(Excellent )

25 Apr 2022

Left by Workawayer (Cera) for host (Help in and around the house ...)

Where to begin?! I’m a little bit behind in writing this review because I didn’t have access to a computer while I continued to travel across Europe after Rita’s house. But now that I can sit down and take my time I only have the most positive things to say about this experience and Rita plus her lovely family.

For reference I stayed with Rita… read more for 7 weeks starting the first week of January through the end of February (2022). I know lots of reviews say, from the moment you walk in you feel welcome, and it couldn’t be more true. The entire family is warm, welcoming, encouraging, and genuinely good people. This was my first workaway so I was a bit nervous traveling so far North to try this experience but I will truly cherish this time my entire life. If you are curious about this workaway DO NOT HESITATE!! You will have the time of your life. Trust me ;)

My typical (work) day started when the family went off to work and school in the morning. I'd have time to myself to have breakfast and help myself to anything I’d like. Then I’d start the daily chores of helping clean up the kitchen, tidying up the house, collecting firewood, baking bread, taking care of the dogs, and whatever tasks Rita had in mind. Rita likes to play to your strengths so you don’t have to feel like there isn’t a way to be a helping hand around the house. Rita is also very patient and thorough when teaching everything. She expects you to respect her rules (especially regarding the dogs) but they are all very straightforward to follow and keeps everyone safe (including you). Once everyone came home from work/school it would be time for dinner and sometimes I’d cook or sometimes they would, it depended on everyone’s schedule since the boys have after school activities sometimes. It was fun to cook for the family but it was also so great to eat new foods I had never tried, like moose and fish balls! I consider myself someone with a big appetite and trust me there is plenty to eat. On Fridays and Saturdays we’d have taco and pizza night!! I’m lactose intolerant and they had no problem adjusting to my needs (thank you guys).

On the weekends and evenings Rita would love to take the dogs out with me. Like I said earlier, she’s a wonderful teacher because there is a lot to learn. Don’t worry, it’s all fun! And of course the dogs!!!! I loved every single one of them. You’ll understand when you go there that they all have their own unique personalities which makes them all the more special. They are kind, gentle dogs that are great for people to learn mushing with and cuddling of course. If you go in the winter it is a stunning landscape with northern lights, frosted trees, and frozen lakes. It is cold though, so it helps to pack good wool & fleece layers. Rita can help provide some extra pieces if necessary but it helps if you come a bit prepared ahead of time.On the weekends I was invited to ice fishing, cross country skiing, and anything else the family had planned. They always respected that it was my time off though, so if I didn’t want to go or do my own thing it was no problem at all.

All in all, the experience is beyond words and fills me with a lot of emotion. I feel very blessed to have stayed with Rita’s family of all people. The two boys, Arne and Sverre are so full of energy and a love of life, Einar has the kindest heart, and Rita’s nonstop love for adventure is infectious in the best way. I have lots of love for these people (and dogs), hopefully I’ll get to come back someday.

Don't hesitate to message me about my stay here if you're curious about my experience. I have all lovely things to get you excited!! c:

(Excellent )

20 Mar 2022

Left by host for Workawayer (Cera)

Cera was here for almost two months in January/February 2022. She helped us so much during this time! Cera bakes super duper bread, and also makes the loveliest cinnamon rolls. She is a very talented photographer, so we had the pleasure of being featured in her pictures and videos. That made us super proud :)

Cera is very capable with the dogs.… read more

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