Gintare
& Edison

Lithuania & Brazil
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Meet us Edison and Gintare, a couple who find happiness in the simple things in life, such as spending time in nature, taking care of animals, getting our hands dirty while working in the garden, cooking nourishing meals, helping people and much more!
We both have a passion for learning new things, meeting people, sharing knowledge and just being in a moment.
We love exploring new places and discovering new experiences. Our curiosity and thirst for adventure keeps us excited about what the future holds.
We both are on a spiritual journey and seek a deeper connection with nature and each other. We value mindfulness, simplicity, and living in harmony with the natural world.
Interests
Yoga / Wellness
Vegetarian or vegan
Self development
Sustainability
Plant care
Pets
Outdoor activities
Nature
Mountain
Hiking
Gardening
Farming
Culture
Drawing & painting
Cooking & food
Architecture
Art & design
Animals
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Lithuanian: Fluent
Portuguese: Fluent
Spanish: Intermediate
Italian: Intermediate
Skills and knowledge we'd like to share or learn
We're interested in:
General Maintenance
Life at a Farmstay
Eco Projects
Hospitality/Tourism
Charity Work
Art Projects
Some knowledge of:
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Helping around the house
Animal Care
More details about your skills
Gintare – my background is as a landscape designer, I love making outdoor spaces feel like home which invites you to spend more time outdoors and my goal is to ensure that the area will look better as it ages. I was raised in a family where gardening was part of our daily life so I love putting my hands in a soil and taking care of the plants. And as a hobby I enjoy cooking and making home to look beautiful and cosy by decorating it. I do love making environment around me tidy and clean!

Edison - I speak Portuguese and English, but I also knows a little bit of Spanish and Italian. I have car and motorcycle drivers license. I can help in the kitchen and any other labor work in the fields or in the property.
Age
33 & 39
What else ...
Edison can teach Brazilian dancing!
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- Smoker
- Driver's licence
- Allergies
- Special dietary requirements
  Vegetarian

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20 Jul 2023

Left by Workawayer (Gintare & Edison) for host (Experience village farm life ...)

My partner and I volunteered at the farm for a little over two weeks. The farm's location is charming, surrounded by beautiful scenery, with a couple of shops within walking distance and small towns nearby, as well as a larger town not too far away. Getting around was easy, with Uber available at a fair price.

We stayed in a two-bedroom cabin… read more with another volunteer. The cabin was cozy, but the lack of privacy due to partially built walls was a downside. The lights and sounds from one area impacted everyone else, which meant we had to go to sleep at the same time. Despite this, the cabin had its charm, with cool temperatures at night, mosquito nets, and a fully equipped, albeit slightly outdated kitchen. However, we wished there were comfier seats or hammocks for relaxing during breaks or after a hard day of work, as the only options were wooden benches or our beds, which didn't always feel like the ideal spots to unwind.

Regarding the work experience, the farm is better suited for those who appreciate structure, strict working hours, and hard work. Work started promptly at 6 am and went until 12 pm, with a one-hour break in between. I personally enjoyed the structured approach, but I wasn't entirely convinced about the inflexible working hours. If you finished your tasks efficiently, you still had to work the full hours, which seemed counterintuitive to me. In my European background, we tend to work faster, so adjusting to a slower pace was a bit challenging, but it offered a new perspective on work.

During our stay in June, our tasks mainly revolved around pruning trees and collecting fallen fruits like mangos and avocados. We also gathered freshly cut grass to make compost. One drawback was the lack of clear explanations, as I don't speak Spanish. While I could watch others doing the tasks, I often didn't understand the reasons behind them. If you don't speak Spanish, I would recommend joining the volunteering team when Franklin, who presumably speaks English, is available to provide more clarity.

The experience was valuable in gaining insight into farming, especially for those who come from city backgrounds and have little knowledge of how plants grow, etc. However, my partner and I both felt that more attention could have been given to volunteers, fostering a sense of community with activities like communal dinners or tips on what to do during free time. At times, it felt more like we were just there to work rather than fully engaged in the volunteering experience.

One thing that left us a little disheartened was not receiving a proper goodbye or thank you from Angel when we left. We understood that he had to leave a day earlier, but it would have been nice to have some acknowledgment and appreciation for our efforts.

Despite these minor issues, the best part of the farming experience was enjoying the delicious fruits, avocados, herbal teas, and spending time with the two beautiful Shepherd dogs. We loved taking them for walks by the river and, of course, immersing ourselves in the beauty of nature.

Overall, the volunteering experience was beneficial, and we wanted to express our gratitude for the opportunity to participate. We hope that future volunteers will have an even more enriching time with a few improvements in place.

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