Gabriela

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I am currently

Description

I love cooking, reading, writing, animals, being outside and making lots of friends. Creating is the biggest source of joy in the world. That often means cooking an elaborate meal or writing poems. I love to mend clothes as well, but I'm no professional. One of my favorite feelings is right after doing something difficult, like a big hike or finishing a book. Most of all, being around good people is inspiring. I am really lucky to have good friends. I also

Interests

Sustainability

Events & social

Culture

Fashion or beauty

Pets

Politics / Social justice

LGBTQ

Movies & TV

Animals

Art & design

DIY & crafts

Books

Cooking & food

Writing

Performing arts

Drawing & painting

Sailing / Boating

Mountain

Cycling

Outdoor activities

Hiking

Beach

Dancing

Nature

Yoga / Wellness

Camping

Fitness

Languages

Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Spanish: Beginner
French: Beginner

More details about my language interests
This workawayer has indicated that they would be interested in sharing their language(s) or learning a new language. You can contact them directly to discuss this.

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Skills and knowledge I'd like to share or learn

I'm interested in:  

Eco Projects

Being an elderly companion

Gardening

DIY and building projects

Animal Care

General Maintenance

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Some knowledge of:  

Languages

Art Projects

Teaching

Hospitality/Tourism

Helping with Computers/ Internet

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Able to teach about:  

Creating/ Cooking family meals

Helping around the house

House sitting

More details about your skills

I have worked in restaurants since I was 16 and I'm 24 now. Not currently serving, but it got me through college. I studied English at the University of Utah and I have a TESOL certificate.
I have experience in every part of the kitchen, including barista experience. I've cooked, dishwashed, and mostly served. I have also worked some banquets for hundreds of people. I have a really big social battery and I'm used to working quickly.
I currently work at a bookstore where I help plan and set up for events, give lot of reading recommendations, ship books all over the world, and organize.
As for cooking, I'm a regular at the Salt Lake City farmer's market and I love trying new recipes with my roommates. I care a lot about locally sourced, in-season ingredients and humane treatment of animals. I was vegetarian for 10 years and worked at an all-vegan restaurant, so while I'm not either anymore, I am good at accomodating for preferences and allergies.

Age

24

What else ...

I bike everywhere and I'm always interested in going on rides. I love learning card games, my favorite is called Nerts. It's like multi-player solitaire. I go to a lot of concerts and I love arts museums. Live music is my favorite thing to find in a new city, besides food. I love painting and drawing, but I'm better at drawing. If you want a little fun portrait let me know! I love to swim and hike and camp-anything outside as long as it's warm. I love to talk religion and philosophy, anything bookish really.

Some more information

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  Smoker

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  Driver's licence

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  Allergies
  mildly allergic to cats but I love them.

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  Special dietary requirements