Diane

United States
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I am currently
Travelling
Activities i am interested in:
My goal is to visit 100 countries. I am a foodie. I post my Top 10 pictures on Facebook weekly. I am also learning to vlog on youTube - check me out on Diane's Detours!
My next destination:
Norway - from Sep 2020 until Sep 2022
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Description
I like to contribute and feel like I've made a difference no matter how small or minor the contribution might be. Travel is important to me and I like to visit and experience new people and places. My enjoyment comes from living different lifestyles and places. I have lived in large cities and that's ok but I am happiest in nature settings.
Interests
Mountain
Nature
Hiking
Gardening
Animals
Pets
Videography
Photography
Culture
Skills and knowledge I'd like to share or learn
I'm interested in:
DIY and building projects
General Maintenance
Hospitality/Tourism
Eco Projects
Some knowledge of:
Gardening
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Life at a Farmstay
Helping around the house
Animal Care
Charity Work
Language practice
Helping with Computers/ Internet
Teaching
More details about your skills
I have taken an early retirement to travel the world and experience new lifestyles. Reflecting on some of the skills I've acquired over the years include:

HOME
- General homeowner items including: Cleaning, painting, yardwork, weeding, and cooking creative meals.
- Rented out rooms in home on Airbnb
- Raised 3 boys

ANIMAL
- Volunteer work at a chimpanzee sanctuary which included kitchen shifts, kitchen training for new volunteers, tour guide, facilities and grounds work and chimp assistant (supervised)
- Handler for 15 Rottweilers at a Romanian dog breeder
- Fostered 2 rescue hound dogs and adopted them out
- Dog sitting for friends and family including service dogs in training
- Morning farm animal chores: Chickens, horses, goats, sheep, rabbit, pigs
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FARM (from workaways)
- Preseason vineyard help
- Morning animal chores
- Garden work

BUSINESS
- Sold items online using Facebook Marketplace, OfferUp, Craiglist, eBay
- Software support

EDUCATIONAL
- Native English speaker: TEFL / TESOL certified. Teaching experience.
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Spanish: Beginner
Age
48
What else ...
I am beginning vlog posts on YouTube: https://youtu.be/jYyyNKW5Jvw
I also like to photo places I visit on Facebook.
Some more information
- Smoker
- Driver's licence
- Allergies
  Minimal seasonal allergies
- Special dietary requirements
  No. I am content with either an omnivore or vegetarian diet

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06/08/2022

Left by host (Come and take care of some ...) for Workawayer (Diane)

I was very happy to have Diane here. She was the only person accepted immediately by my dogs, and their instincts proved again to be right. Diane helped me a lot, she is a wonderful company and a good person. I hope she will return to visit us again some day.

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30/07/2022

Left by Workawayer (Diane) for host (Come and take care of some ...)

I spent a month with Irina and the dogs and the time went very quickly. I found the area to be very peaceful and was content most days to just enjoy the yard and the dogs; however, just down the road is a fabulous view of the city and hiking trails. From the minute I walked in the door the beautiful dogs all loved me and I loved them all back.

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24/06/2022

Left by host (Help us plant an orchard in ...) for Workawayer (Diane)

Diane left early this morning and wrote her review on the bus. That pretty much sums up Diane! Losing her is like losing the den mother, and we were so close to teaching Luke how to put the toilet seat down. lol. In truth, Diane is a miracle worker. She took over from a faux hippie who nearly destroyed our gardens. Every morning Diane would wake… read more

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24/06/2022

Left by Workawayer (Diane) for host (Help us plant an orchard in ...)

I signed on for 2-3 weeks and ended up staying almost 6. My responsibility was the vegetable gardens and I found it extremely satisfying. The accommodations are very comfortable and the food is amazing vegetarian fare. There are many weekend options as buses and taxis are quite close. There are also several friendly coffee/ beer shops and a good… read more

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09/04/2022

Left by Workawayer (Diane) for host (Discover the local way of ...)

I spent two weeks in Tazerka helping make the grounds beautiful. I also built a tortoise shelter and had a small painting project. I had a wonderful time watching the animals and learning to cook in the Tunsian style as Hayet makes simple but wonderful meals. Hayet is a wonderful host and helps you understand the transportation to arrive. She also… read more

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06/08/2022

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30/07/2022

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24/06/2022

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24/06/2022

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09/04/2022

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18/03/2022

Left by Workawayer (Diane) for host (Meet our students and help ...)

This was my sixth workaway and I spent almost two weeks at this language "center" in Biougra, Morocco. It was an intense and amazing experience.

There were three other volunteers already at the center when I arrived so the normal accomodations were max'd out. I was fortunate to participate in local life and live with three local families during… read more

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17/03/2022

Left by host (Help in our small homestead ...) for Workawayer (Diane)

Diane stayed with us during February 2022. She's a very likeable person, easy to get on with, does the job without any fuss. She worked mostly in the vegetable garden and the kitchen while she was here. Weeding, planting vegetables, making jars & jars of marmalade from a huge supply of oranges given to us by a neighbour. Sensible and steady she… read more

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28/02/2022

Left by Workawayer (Diane) for host (Help in our small homestead ...)

I stayed with Alan and Lara for 3 weeks in February 2022. They live in a beautiful, majestic and rocky part of the world. The mornings and starlit night views are spectacular. There are many rock formations to take a book and have a wonderful afternoon read.

My daily tasks included helping to clean the barn and watering plants. There were many… read more

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02/02/2022

Left by host (Come and help in a natural ...) for Workawayer (Diane)

It was great to have Diane with us for a couple of weeks. She is always positive, good mood, very dynamic personality. She was wonderful with the animals and was perfect room mate. Her help here has been really appreciated and she left the place perfectly tidy. I can recommend Diane to any host.

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02/02/2022

Left by Workawayer (Diane) for host (Come and help in a natural ...)

I spent 2 weeks at this beautiful property. The gardens and views are spectacular. My stay was during the coldest part of the year in January. I was forwarned the accomodations were not heated but I found it to be quite tolerable. It is obvious that Sophie has been hosting Workaways for a long time. I would highly recommend this Workaway. Thanks… read more

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10/10/2021

Left by Workawayer (Diane) for host (Learn about coffee at our ...)

I spent an amazing week with Klara, Saila and Jai (woof). I was sad I didn't get to meet Agustin but happy I could help Klara in his absence. The living conditions are simple and comfortable. The mountain views are spectacular. Klara showed me how to shell and roast fresh coffee and it was the best coffee I have ever had! Klara is also an amazing… read more

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09/10/2021

Left by host for Workawayer (Diane)

Diana stayed with us for 1 week and it flew by way too fast. What a great help and company! She was super good with our son and I felt really comfortabel leaving him in her care. You could see she raised 3 sons ;) She would get house chores done without me having to ask and living with her was super natural. She picked coffee and also organized… read more

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04/10/2021

Left by host (Come have a language and ...) for Workawayer (Diane)

Diane thank you very much for everything sincerely has been great to meet you, thank you for being longer than planned here at the institute, we also appreciate your advice and your funny stories.

the students natalia and I will miss you and wish you to continue enjoying colombia,
your experience here with us was amazing, you made many friends… read more

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03/10/2021

Left by Workawayer (Diane) for host (Come have a language and ...)

I was going to stay four weeks but extended to six. If you are thinking about applying - just do it, you won't regret it! The days go very fast here. Juliana makes you feel so welcome even before you arrive and the other volunteers quickly become like family. The class sizes are very small and the course outlines are pre-planned. Villa de Leyva is… read more

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29/07/2021

Left by host (Family run ecotourism park ...) for Workawayer (Diane)

Having Diane was really nice! She is such a social and warm woman. She helped a lot in housekeeping, animals feeding and in everything that we needed assistance. Everyday with a smile and positive attitude. She respected the house rules and she was always ready to work! Thanks Di for your help and company, we miss you and we wish you all the best… read more

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10/07/2021

Left by Workawayer (Diane) for host (Family run ecotourism park ...)

I have volunteered before but this was my first workaway experience. The park is so beautiful, so peaceful and just amazing. The staff cabin is cozy and wonderful and I have never slept better anywhere in my life. I stayed for one month. You will be greeted with a warm welcome and feel like you are leaving family when it is time to go. Thanks… read more

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