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Description
I was born in the Black Mountains in Wales, UK, so I am a country girl at heart. Animals...especially horses, have always been part of my life.
As the eldest girl in a family of five children, I learned to develop my maternal skills and responsible attitude at an early age. This was difficult as I saw myself as an adventurous tom-boy, climbing trees and disappearing on dangerous adventures! My interests have been sailing, riding, tennis and hiking.
I have loved travelling all my life, seeing how others live and cope, in their diverse environments. I am particularly interested in the comparative lives of women in different cultures, their unique differences, but also the underlying sameness.
I am now a grandma with a very lively 6 year old grandson, who has just been to stay with me for a month. I am still fit, well and energetic enough to cope with that, so a day of digging in the garden or decorating a room is a very easy task for me.
I am creative and not afraid to use my initiative when necessary. I like to be active and find it difficult to sit still for long. If I see something needs doing - then I have to do it!
As I am not very good at being a 'Tourist', I was excited when I heard of the 'Workaway' scheme. What a perfect way to meet real 'locals' and experience a different culture and ways of living.
Interests
BooksCooking & foodSustainabilitySelf developmentFarmingDIY & craftsSailing / BoatingPetsGardeningBeachAnimalsCampingPolitics / Social justiceYoga / Wellness
Languages
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
French: Intermediate
Spanish: BeginnerMore details about my language interests
Teaching English was my very first occupation
Skills and knowledge I'd like to share or learn
I'm interested in:
Being an elderly companion
Life at a Farmstay
DIY and building projects
Charity Work
Some knowledge of:
Gardening
Creating/ Cooking family meals
General Maintenance
Eco Projects
Animal Care
Art Projects
Helping with Computers/ Internet
Able to teach about:
Babysitting and creative play
Helping around the house
Hospitality/Tourism
Languages
Teaching
More details about your skills
I trained as a teacher and went out to Singapore as an English Language Instructor/Teacher Trainer. I then opened and ran my own restaurant in Singapore (16 staff) - I am considered a good cook by all my favourite friends! I ran a B&B in France, as well as restoring old stone houses ( in France and Spain - tiling, stonework and decorating /painting - my most skilled accomplishments ).
I worked in childcare and as a private tutor in Idaho, and as a PA. to a Co. Director in California, USA. I am also a keen gardener, creating a large vegetable garden and flower filled courtyard these last 2 years.
In the past few years I have trained and worked in specialist respite/palliative care of the infirm and elderly.
I love to work as part of a team, but I am able to work responsibly on my own, always keen to enjoy the satisfaction of a job well done - a bit of a perfectionist really!
Age
71
What else ...
I have two under 12 yr old grand-children, so l am familiar with most current children’s games.
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Driver's licence
Allergies
Special dietary requirements
Feedback
Right from the first few exchanges through workaway, she was assuring and willing to come into an uncharted new territory.
She along with Jerry and Gordana, really helped lay the foundation for future volunteers.
We are deeply grateful to Janet, who has been… read more
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Feedback
Right from the first few exchanges through workaway, she was assuring and willing to come into an uncharted new territory.
She along with Jerry and Gordana, really helped lay the foundation for future volunteers.
We are deeply grateful to Janet, who has been… read more
