Profile information
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Travel information
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Description
Howdy : )
I'm a tragically optimistic person who is both reflective and adventurous.
For my whole working life, I've been a journalist -- but I think that's about to change. Eek! I've always been a visual person and I love design. I want to learn about furniture restoration and upholstery.
I love textiles and pattern -- I've been a knitter since childhood and often design my own clothes. More recently, I've been fixing up a historic house in Philadelphia. So I'm pretty handy and extremely detailed. And I love learning new things! Please teach me : )
I also like to take photos -- you can see some of them here: https://www.shspencer.com/ -
Interests
Culture
Charity work
Politics / Social justice
Sustainability
Fashion or beauty
History
DIY & crafts
Books
Art & design
Photography
Cooking & food
Architecture
Writing
Hitchhiking
Carpentry
Animals
Nature
Sailing / Boating
Mountain
Beach
Outdoor activities
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Languages
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
French: BeginnerMore details about my language interests
I'm very interested in learning languages. I took Latin in college (not very practical!) and I'm trying to learn French by using language apps. I'd also be interested in trying to learn Italian, Spanish, or Arabic. -
Skills and knowledge I'd like to share or learn
I'm interested in:
Light gardening
Some knowledge of:
Creative DIY projects
Light maintenance
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Helping around the house
Animal Care
Hospitality/Tourism
Art Projects
House & pet sitting
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More details about your skills
I grew up in a fixer-upper house and I'm currently renovating my own fixer-upper, so I'm pretty handy with light carpentry, wallpapering, painting, basic masonry, etc.
I've worked on a farm, so I'm good with animals and familiar with mucking, feeding, etc.
I love textiles -- I'm a knitter and I also know how to sew.
Plus, I'm a fun person to have around! And I love to learn new things. -
Age
43
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What else ...
One of my favorite things to do in a new place is to have a solo wander -- a long, winding, aimless walk about to figure out the feeling of the place, find where the grocery stores are, and generally amble. This can happen over the course of days or weeks ; )
I also like meeting new people and adventuring together -- discovering bars, restaurants, museums.
And I love a good scrabble night! Or a bonfire. Or a family dinner with lots of wine and accidentally intimate conversation. Let's get to know each other! -
Some more information
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Smoker
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Driver's licence
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Allergies
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Special dietary requirements
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