Sarah

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Hello! I am originally from St. John's, Newfoundland, Canada. I am 58 years ol and I have two grown sons who live on their own. I have travelled a lot in the past 10 years, in Guatemala, Mexico, Spain, Italy, Germany, Denmark, Sweden, England, the US and Canada.

I am very allergic to cats and horses, have asthma and sensitivities to artificial scents like highly-perfumed laundry detergent. I am an omnivore. I do not smoke or drink or do drugs.

I have done 19 workstays in the last 10 years, through Workaway and HelpX. Some were challenging, but most were amazing! I really love meeting people and helping them.

These are the types of things I have done in my workaways:

- Helped families clean and declutter their houses and garages/sheds (I really enjoy this!)
- Taken care of children and elderly people
- Helped a beekeeper with research and marketing, and selling honey at the farmers' market
- Helped people with their small businesses
- Helped people set up AirBnb in their homes (including staging the home, taking photographs and setting up the online profile)
- Taught yoga at a boutique hotel
- Helped people decorate their homes
- Housesat and dogsat

I have many skills:

I am a musician. I sing and play guitar, ukulele, piano, and harmonium. I recorded my first album in 2022. My music is Canadiana/Americana folk, with some rock and country thrown in.

I have taught calligraphy and handwriting for many years. I also enjoy writing, and I have worked as an editor and a proofreader. I love to crochet, embroider, and also enjoy multi-media/collage. I love art of all kinds!

I am a yoga and meditation teacher. I meditate daily and have training as a mindfulness meditation instructor. I teach "Yoga for Round Bodies™️", an inclusive and gentle form of yoga that is great for every body. In 2018 founded a Bhakti yoga chanting group here in my hometown, we meet once a month.

I am able to teach a 5-day workshop in meditation and calligraphy. Please ask if this is something you are interested in hosting. I taught this workshop in Spain in 2017 and would love to teach it again.

I am a bird lover and I love to be outdoors, especially near water. I am good at teaching people the things I know how to do. I enjoy taking photos. I am friendly, calm, social and confident. I enjoy cooking and baking. I enjoy organizing and decluttering. I love dogs, but I am very allergic to cats and horses and quite a few other animals.
Interests

Plant care

Architecture

Mountain

Hiking

Yoga / Wellness

Writing

Self development

Photography

Nature

Music

LGBTQ

Events & social

Dancing

Drawing & painting

DIY & crafts

Culture

Cooking & food

Charity work

Books

Art & design
Languages

Languages spoken
Spanish: Beginner

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Skills and knowledge I'd like to share or learn

Some knowledge of:

Light gardening

Babysitting and creative play

Being an elderly companion

Creating/ Cooking family meals

Light maintenance

Helping around the house

Animal Care

Languages

Helping with Computers/ Internet

Teaching

Able to teach about:

Art Projects
More details about your skills

• graphic design
• editing/proofreading
• photography
• calligraphy/lettering
• yoga teacher
• singing
• ukulele, guitar, some piano
• cooking/baking
• meditation instruction
• massage therapy
Age

59
What else ...

I have many hobbies and interests! I am proficient at and able to teach Yoga, meditation, crochet, embroidery, calligraphy, basic guitar and ukulele. I've been a graphic designer for 30 years. I'm an excellent t driver.
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- Smoker
- Driver's licence
- Allergies
  Cats, Horses
- Special dietary requirements

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22 Jun 2026

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5 Oct 2025

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I’ve had the pleasure of doing 19 workaways in 9 different countries over the last 10 years, and I am certain that anyone who would want to spend time at the Sanctuary on the Avalon with Peter would be lucky to do so, and would benefit greatly from spending time there. Peter is a kind and generous host to everyone who stays with him. I am certain … read more

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4 May 2025

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It was very lovely to have Sarah in the house! She is very interesting to talk with, respects the house and the rules, and was happy to join all our dances with our little almost 2-year-old Ellie ;). She also brought her guitar, so our little one got to listen to her playing guitar and piano too :). Also, Sarah was very adaptive to all our pretty … read more

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22 Mar 2025

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I stayed with Ruta and Vibeke and little Ellie for two weeks. The work was easy and Ruta provided lots of guidance. The house is beautiful and cozy, and I had a lot of fun with Ellie, who is a sweet active child who loves people. She really is adorable!

Ruta and Vibeke were generous and kind, and there was always lots of great food to eat. The … read more

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21 May 2017

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I lived with Dana for 3 months in Guatemala in 2016. Dana is full of enthusiasm and positive energy. She is cheerful and fun to be around. She has a deep interest in ancient and exotic cultures. She possesses an incredible amount of information about spirituality, new age philosophy, and alternative healing modalities. She is wise, forthcoming, … read more

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22 Jun 2026

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I appreciate this recommendation very much.

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5 Oct 2025

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4 May 2025

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22 Mar 2025

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21 May 2017

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11 May 2017

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Sarah is a funny beautiful and extremely skilled volunteer. She is welcomed back anytime.

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11 May 2017

Left by Workawayer for host (Help at our small working ...)

I spent two weeks with Abigail in her lovely comfortable home in Lafayette. She was an amazing host, cooking lovely meals for us on the days that we worked. I helped in the garden, and also helped scrape the interior of the back porch. Abigail took me to many musical events in the area, and I got to jam with my ukulele and sing with an amazing … read more

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11 May 2017

Left by Workawayer for host (Support our non-profit ...)

I stayed with Kathleen for one week. I helped at The Sanctuary, cleaning and organizing. Such a beautiful setting! I loved being there. I also helped out a lot, cleaning and organizing the tool room, doing dishes, helping with events. It is a wonderful organization, and I thoroughly enjoyed my time there, surrounded by artists, musicians, and … read more

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22 Mar 2017

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Thank you Sarah,
Your time with us was all too short but on a personal level, quiet transformational.
I learned so much, working with you on the Calligraphy course, about mindfulness and the power of true concentration and focus and the necessity to be in a retreat setting to truly learn and indeed it wouldn't have been possible to achieve so … read more

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7 Mar 2017

Left by Workawayer for host (Join us in a mountain ...)

I spent three weeks at Trixie and Alan's home in La Safor in February of 2017. The location is remote and beautiful, and anyone who would enjoy walks in the beautiful pine forests of Valencia will love it. I was there primarily to teach (for the first time, Trixie's idea!) a 5-day calligraphy and meditation course, and it went very well. Trixie is … read more

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6 Jan 2017

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Sarah was with us for 3 weeks and helped us set up our retreat space
on some rental websites. She also did some graphic design work and photography for us. She has many skills! She was pleasant and easy going, and we enjoyed having her here very much.

(Very good)

29 Aug 2016

Left by Workawayer for host (Animal care and farm help ...)

I stayed with Kelley for 3 weeks. I did marketing and set Kelley up on some vacation websites. Her property is just gorgeous, and the food was amazing! My room was very comfortable and the whole experience was great. Looking forward to going back for a visit next year!

(Excellent)

25 Dec 2016

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Sarah stayed with us for 5 days and did a lot of research and writing
for me. She also cooked and cleaned and helped with the kids. She was respectful and polite. We really enjoyed hearing her play her ukulele and sing. We loved having her here and would be happy to have her back any time!

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1 Nov 2016

Left by Workawayer for host (Looking for a hand around the ...)

I spent 5 days at Jason's and really enjoyed my time there. I was given a very warm welcome and treated like family. My work for Jason was mostly writing and research for several business ideas he has. I went to the library almost every day during my time at Jason's to use the internet, and enjoyed the short walk. Jason is an interesting guy who … read more

(Excellent)