Layla

United Kingdom
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Description
Hi! I'm a newly graduated young woman looking to learn the value of honest labour in the great outdoors around open-minded and energetic individuals who are similarly curious about the world.
At the moment I work full time with some annual leave throughout the year, which I am trying to use to travel here and there and get a taste of places beyond my doorstep. I have also been learning French part-time so I would love to apply this in a French speaking environment.
I'm an animal lover with an interest in sustainable living too, looking to converse with like-minds who have built their own self-sufficient land.
Languages spoken
French: Intermediate
Skills and knowledge I'd like to share or learn
I'm interested in:
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Eco Projects
Helping around the house
Animal Care
Life at a Farmstay
Some knowledge of:
Art Projects
Languages
More details about your skills
I am accustomed to helping outdoors where I can, often assisting with weeding in the family garden. I am a fast learner and hungry to pick up new skills under the expertise of those who know their stuff! With a swift demo I am confident I can try my hand at anything.
Age
22
What else ...
I love discussing all things humanity, spiritual and universal. A keen hiker and nature-lover too, looking to build on my knowledge of natural living and camping.
Some more information
- Smoker
- Driver's licence
- Allergies
- Special dietary requirements
  I follow a vegetarian diet, although I am very flexible.

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20 Feb 2024

Left by host (Help us with our farmhouse ...) for Workawayer (Layla)

Layla stayed with us for a month in January and it was such a pleasure to have her stay with us. She fitted in very quickly and comfortably within our family and our hectic family life, helping out with everything and anything that had to be done, from plasterboarding, to gardening, to cooking us a very special meal!
Layla is a very happy, kind… read more

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16 Feb 2024

Left by Workawayer (Layla) for host (Help us with our farmhouse ...)

I spent a month with this family in the Dordogne and had a truly magical experience that I will treasure forever. We laughed endlessly, shared perspectives and grew together. I was a little nervous about doing my first workaway solo, but from the moment I met Mike and Sylvie on a video call I felt as though I knew them already, and more… read more importantly I knew I'd be treated as one of the family.
When I chose to do sightseeing outside of Nouvelle-Aquitaine (the region where the family live), Sylvie and Mike were keen to receive travel updates and make sure I got to my destination okay. As a family they are big on eating together and sharing hearty conversation to challenge and expand mindsets. We discussed everything from space travel to Marxism, and we even rescued a green woodpecker from the skirting board over breakfast one time. Sylvie is a languages teacher and gave me masses of learning material, checking in regularly to test my French and help me as much as possible. I look back fondly on our village walks and coffee breaks in the Oriwa cafe - thank you Sylvie. My friends and family have commented on my French improvement and I am starting to think of English phrases in French as I go about my day, a sure sign that I am developing a command of the language :)
The family were keen that I get as much out of my stay as possible, taking me to neighbouring Sarlat and Beynac (both are stunning and well worth a visit!) outside of work. I travelled to Bordeaux towards the end of my stay to pick up Sam's diploma which was a significant moment -- Sam, I wish you well with your future travels and pursuits! The work was varied and incremental -- I did plasterboarding, pruning, wood collecting and garden tidying. I even had a spin on the tractor which was invigorating! Mike checked with me throughout to make sure I was comfortable working at height and with unfamiliar tools. Maxim was the fire making whizz and taught me how to prepare the logs properly so that the fire would keep going throughout the day.
I unwound with the family to Harry Potter, vanilla chai, home made crepe and white chocolate tart, building a sense of togetherness that I will never forget.
To anyone thinking about taking a punt and doing something different -- Saint-Sabine with this family is 100% the place to do your next workaway. You will become a better person after being around their infectious kindness and generosity.
Bisous a les famille! Et merci encore
Layla xx

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