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I’m a patient, adventurous 70-year-old who loves travel and is fully embracing her wanderlust! I’m in the enviable position of being able to go where I want, without any job to hold me in one place, and with my children on their own. I want to take advantage of this time and explore new and exciting places! I spent many years working in everything from mental health hotlines to investment companies, then many more years as a stay-at-home mom of three wonderful children, two german shepherds, and several cats. About four years ago I moved to Chicago, and love to play tourist in my own city (when the temperatures aren’t too cold!).
Outside of Chicago, I’ve visited many new countries the past few years. From tuk tuk rides and beachside afternoons in Sri Lanka, to long walks through Amsterdam and visits to the Ann Frank House and Rembrandt Museum, to a boat tour through Istanbul and delicious goulash dinners and peaceful boat rides in Budapest - each experience makes me more dedicated to a life of travel than the last.
I’m new to Workaway, and am looking for a short-term (2 weeks - 4 weeks) adventure in a new area, where I can help a person, family, or organization with various tasks and also learn a new language and culture at the same time. I’m energetic, easygoing, and comfortable in a wide variety of situations. I’d love to spend a couple of weeks with you!Interests
BeachHikingPetsSelf developmentDIY & craftsAnimalsLanguages
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English: FluentMore 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.Skills and knowledge I'd like to share or learn
Babysitting and creative playBeing an elderly companionHelping around the houseAnimal CareHospitality/TourismCharity WorkLanguagesTeachingMore details about your skills
-> Very patient, good listener, interested in other cultures and experiences.
-> Love dogs. Have trained and raised multiple medium and large sized dogs.
-> Native English speaker, love grammar and words.
-> Currently helping daughter renovate a house – very willing to help with house projects.
-> Childcare: Raised 3 children, who are happy and well adjusted. Studied psychology, and have read a lot about child rearing and developmental psychology.
-> Volunteer to register youth as new voters for upcoming elections.
-> Youth group management:
----------> Was a leader for Girl Scouts of America for >7 years, leading weekly arts projects, skills-based projects, volunteer engagements, field trips, ages 5-13.
----------> Organized annual neighborhood haunted house, recruiting and managing team of kids to build and run haunted house on Halloween.
-> Project management and event planning: Organized and ran annual neighborhood parties, kids’ birthday parties, school events (parent volunteer in classes for >10 years), office parties.
-> Worked for years to help create financial plans for education and retirement.
-> Freelance researcher: Conduct research interviews with food industry professionals and do on-location photographic research.Age
75
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Fun fact: I'm friendly and love to read!
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