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My WhatsApp and US cell number is +1 925 286 4741
My Australia mobile number is +61 401 362 977

I have worked as a Helpx-er on a one year trip in Australia 2016 and on a three month trip to New Zealand Nov 2018-Feb 2019. Both of these terms have been with a travel buddy and some of the references include comments on him. I joined Workaway for my one year trip to South America Nov 2018-Nov 2019. My extensive experience means I adjust quickly to new situations and am very self-motivated to get started right away. I invite you to read my profile. References from hosts are detailed below. Please let me know if you have any questions.
My decision to join Workaway as a helper is primarily a lifestyle choice. I see it as a fantastic way to deeply learn about a country. It offers the prospect of an unique and authentic cultural exchange adding another dimension to the travel experience and gaining a deeper appreciation of how other people live.
Background
I have had a very full life of living in different countries, teaching, parenting, working, traveling, owning homes and businesses that has given me many skills and insights.
I am a retired math/science teacher who travels the world volunteering in a wide variety of situations. I have rescued orphan baby kangaroos, volunteered in the Malaysian jungle retrieving the data from a large animal surveillance camera, taught science and math in Honduras at a rural women's college, taught math at an orphanage in Cambodia, at a school in Myanmar, volunteered as a research chemist (my degree is in Chemistry) in a science lab in Mexico, volunteer taught English to 2 beautiful women in the Galapagos, and many others. I love meeting and helping people and learning about new places and cultures.
I am energetic and fit and enjoy being productive, have owned homes and businesses, love healthy cooking, the theater, the outdoors. I am now rewarding myself with the freedom and flexibility to explore and fully experience our planet Earth
Interesses
Naturaleza
Fitness
Atividades ao ar livre
Caminhada
Trabalho beneficente
Fazenda
Jardinagem
Sustentabilidade
Animais
Arquitetura
Arte e design
Artes performáticas
Faça você mesmo
Escrever
Livros
Astronomia
Culinária e comida
Cultura
Cuidar de plantas
Idiomas
Inglês: Fluente
Espanhol: Intermediário
Italiano: Intermediário
Habilidades e conhecimento para compartilhar ou aprender
Conhecimento de:
Manutenção geral
Poso ensinar:
Jardinagem
Projetos de construção/faça você mesmo
Criar/cozinhar refeições caseiras
Vida na fazenda
Projetos ambientais
Cuidar de animais
Idiomas
Projetos artísticos
Quais são suas habilidades?
I particularly love gardening and most of my Helpx and Workaway placements have involved this work. Over the last 3 years I have been a HelpX helper many, many times also Workaway (some references are in an old account). I enjoy planting, weeding, can prune, mulch, prepare garden and vegetable beds and more. I am a retired teacher and can teach math/science and English.
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A selection of Helpx References
Host Name: Joe Host Listing: click here
Network: New Zealand Date: January 26, 2018
Great company and workers. Rob and companion Nicole worked so effectively to restore a large area on my lifestyle block which had got too much for me to tidy up. He and Nicole were my first exposure to Helpex and I have no doubt that I had the cream of the crop of helpers that may come my way. Totally recommended to anyone lucky enough to have them as a helpers!
Host Name: Graham Clifford Host Listing: click here
Network: New Zealand Date: January 19, 2018
Our helpers, Rob and Nicole completed projects on our lifestyle block of olives and ponds, orchard and gardens. What a pleasure it has been to work with them both. Nicole busied herself rediscovering our vegetable garden and pruning grape vines and olives. These two willing helpers will be an asset to whomever is lucky enough to have them visit.
Host Name: Jutta and Rudi Host Listing: click here
Network: New Zealand Date: December 18, 2017
Rob and his friend Nicole stayed with us for a bit less than a week. Thanks to their hard work we got so much done. Thank you so much for all your hard work and all the best for your remaining time here in NZ. Please feel free to make contact again should you be in the area. Best wishes Jutta and Rudi.
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Host Name: MarilynParsons Host Listing: click here
Network: Australia Date: January 25, 2017
Thank you Nicole! The humungus rose you helped me prune and remove now has nice little new shoots and that whole area now looks wonderful! We really did get heaps done in such a short time and I am very grateful for your help. It is rare to come across a lady who is so capable and willing, and good company to boot! Many thanks, and all the best in your new endeavours.
Host Name: Prue Clark Host Listing: click here
Network: Australia Date: December 16, 2016
Nicole had a very productive 4 days in my large garden. She quickly recognized jobs needing to be tackled and did them......overgrown paths became nice avenues and neglected beds got pruned, weeded and and mulched. She fitted in easily with my routines and we enjoyed sharing travel stories and life experiences. Best wishes for the next chapter in your life. Prue
Host Name: Tina Deacon Host Listing: click here
Network: Australia Date: November 21, 2016
We found Nicole to be an excellent and willing worker during her week long stay at our property. She was able to offer useful advice with regards to the gardening tasks that needed doing and we are very happy with the work accomplished. Thank to Nicole we also learned a few new fun word games using scrabble letters. We do hope for the chance to host Nicole again in the future.
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21/09/2022

(Help with organization and ...)

This was my last week of 9 weeks in British Columbia. The week was so lovely that I had a hard time leaving. Hana, Dave and their bulldog Rogue were so great to be with and to work for. I loved clearing the garden to give a sense of order. Meals were great, conversations were fun and Rogue is quite the character. The Sunshine Coast is beautiful. I… read more

(Excelente )

21/09/2022

Deixado pelo anfitrião (Help with organization and ...) para o Workawayer ()

It was a pleasure to meet Nicole. She energetically and diligently tamed the chaos of my neglected garden until it was tidy and peaceful. I appreciated her clear and forthright communication and it felt very easy and pleasant to discuss things, ranging from the work itself to a variety of interesting topics. I very much enjoyed our time together.

(Excelente )

05/09/2022

(Help us with our home and ...)

I was very grateful that Keltie and Paul were able to take me on with no notice when my previous host became ill. It was a pleasure to help them out, to work down their to do list and get things crossed off, pruning, picking fruit, helping in the house, walking the dog. Meals were delicious and my room was delightful. Good luck with all your… read more

(Excelente )

04/09/2022

Deixado pelo anfitrião (Help us with our home and ...) para o Workawayer ()

Due to a health emergency with her previous host, Nicole arrived at our home quite suddenly and immediately plunged right in to getting through our task list! She is a hard worker, and very comfortable with those 'grungy' garden tasks. She undertook some serious pruning, and saved a hidden grape plant in the process. She was also happy to help… read more

(Excelente )

11/08/2022

Deixado pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer ()

Nicole was an excellent, self motivated and very knowledgable gardener who took on and completed projects in several of the older established gardens here. Nicole has good energy, is book smart and is well travelled globally. Highly recommend.

(Excelente )

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21/09/2022

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21/09/2022

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05/09/2022

Deixado pelo Workawayer () para o anfitrião (Help us with our home and ...)

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04/09/2022

Deixado pelo anfitrião (Help us with our home and ...) para o Workawayer ()

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11/08/2022

Deixado pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer ()

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17/10/2021

Deixado pelo anfitrião (Homestay and volunteer on our ...) para o Workawayer ()

Nicole is extremely hard working, motivated, self reliant and really easy to have around. Nicole has helped with some of our big spring garden tidy up and we can't thank her enough for the work she achieved. We wish you well in your next adventure Nicole, and don't hesitate to contact us should you ever find yourself in WA again!

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17/10/2021

Deixado pelo Workawayer () para o anfitrião (Homestay and volunteer on our ...)

I had a wonderful stay with this family. Loved the gardening work I did, enjoyed the dogs and my accommodation was very comfortable. Ruth, Walter and kids were great, excellent food and their property is lovely. I felt very fortunate to have been hosted there. Thanks so much.

(Excelente )

07/07/2021

Deixado pelo Workawayer () para o anfitrião (Can you help our family with ...)

I really enjoyed my time with Lois and Tully. Lois had several garden beds that needed weeding, planting and tidying. We worked together for some of the time which made it fun. Geocaching was great and I really like the town of Geraldton, easy to walk around from Lois' place. The unit was comfortable and quiet and had everything I needed. Thanks… read more

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07/07/2021

Deixado pelo anfitrião (Can you help our family with ...) para o Workawayer ()

Nicole was a wonderful addition to our household for the few days she stayed with us. She worked hard in my garden and got it looking neat and tidy. Nicole also brought with her interesting stories of travel and shared her passion for Geocaching. Lovely to have met you Nicole, enjoy your travels and let me know if you come
back through Geraldton!

(Excelente )

04/12/2020

Deixado pelo Workawayer () para o anfitrião (Come and experience living in ...)

I had a wonderful time with Kerrie. We enjoyed a lot of things together and I had fun working in her garden, tidying up, planting and solving problems. We enjoyed meals together and her home is very comfortable. Loved Blayney and the whole area as well. Lots of history !! Thanks Kerrie, it was great !!

(Excelente )

02/12/2020

Deixado pelo anfitrião (Come stay on my property near ...) para o Workawayer ()

Nicole stayed for a week and worked ferociously. She was easy to get on with and interesting to talk to, and we got on very well. She made a big difference to my property in the time we had, especially clearing up my wild veggie garden. She also made a mean stir fry. I'd be glad to host her again any time.

(Excelente )

01/12/2020

Deixado pelo Workawayer () para o anfitrião (Come stay on my property near ...)

I had a wonderful week with Jane, we really made a good connection. She introduced me to many of her friends and activities. I loved working on her property, weeding the veggie garden, pulling fireweed all over her property (which is gorgeous) and helping to repair gardening netting. Jane's house is very nice and comfortable and meals were just… read more

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09/10/2020

Deixado pelo Workawayer () para o anfitrião (Hang out with dogs, feed ...)

I had 6 great days with M & M. Their property is gorgeous and I enjoyed weeding and tidying up their gardens. The cottage where I stayed was cosy and comfortable. Nights of quiet and darkness with stars were a real pleasure. Thanks so much to you, Meghan and Michael.

(Excelente )

16/09/2020

Deixado pelo anfitrião (Enjoy organic / permaculture ...) para o Workawayer ()

Nicole has a broad life experience which allows for interesting conversations which has enhanced our time together

Her work ethic is strong, which together with her skills makes for a valuable work experience.

Nicole has been here for 9 days and she transformed our large gardens from weedy to neat and tidy as well as completing some specific… read more

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17/08/2020

Deixado pelo Workawayer () para o anfitrião (Learn about permaculture ...)

It was a real joy to be at Helen and Eugene's property. It is the greatest pleasure for me to have a project and the mandala garden presented just that. I have transformed gardens before and this was a delightful challenge. We all regretted not having before and after photos. Helen and Eugene also worked with me when they could and that also was a… read more

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17/08/2020

Deixado pelo anfitrião (Learn about permaculture ...) para o Workawayer ()

Nicole stayed with us for 8 days, and we're planning a second stay soon (within the limitations of the Covid19 situation), it went so well. We've enjoyed her company very much, she's an interesting person with heaps of energy! We had some very interesting and thought-provoking conversations about life and the universe. And we enjoyed so much… read more

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21/07/2020

Deixado pelo anfitrião (Become enriched with ...) para o Workawayer ()

I found Nicole to be a very interesting person well traveled and seasoned to many and varied circumstances, she is a willing and energetic helper easy to get along with, always helpful with suggestions, always happy to help in the garden etc.... Nicole would be most welcome back to our farm anytime.... Regards Greg.

(Excelente )

20/07/2020

Deixado pelo Workawayer () para o anfitrião (Become enriched with ...)

Greg has a great sense of humour, he cooks well and my bedroom was very comfortable. His property is lovely and I really enjoyed helping him with projects around the house and in the garden. He doesn't always have work to be done, but contact him, and if he does, it will be a good experience. Thanks Greg, great to meet you and best of luck into… read more

(Excelente )

14/07/2020

Deixado pelo anfitrião (APOLLO BAY The most southerly ...) para o Workawayer ()

Thanks Nicole for your great work, weeding, pruning and planting with energy, conscientiousness, efficiency and knowledge. It's wonderful to get a helping boost, get ahead of the game and watch the plants smile with their own pleasure. Thanks also for hauling much needed mulch to our citrus trees. We greatly appreciate all you accomplished.

(Excelente )

04/07/2020

Deixado pelo Workawayer () para o anfitrião (APOLLO BAY The most southerly ...)

My second stint with Denise and Bob. That says it all. I love being there. Their property is gorgeous, needs lots of weeding, pruning, mulching and planting. Kept me happy and busy. I'm always eager to go back. Thanks to you both.

(Excelente )

24/01/2020

Deixado pelo anfitrião (We are after volunteers with ...) para o Workawayer ()

There aren't enough stars to rate Nicole's stay with us!
In the midst of some very difficult circumstances (a huge bushfire approaching our town), Nicole was calm, well organised and very efficient - exactly as she had carried out anything we had asked of her in the previous week.
Nicole is highly motivated, can work independently and absolutely… read more

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27/12/2019

Deixado pelo Workawayer () para o anfitrião (We are after volunteers with ...)

Wonderful stay with this family, I loved working in the garden and felt very productive in all things that I accomplished. Great food, great company and a gorgeous location.

(Excelente )

15/01/2020

Deixado pelo anfitrião (Beautiful small farm in West ...) para o Workawayer ()

Nicole was brilliant! there are few other words I can use.
What a delight to have Nicole here with us on 'peace farm'. Her attitude to work is brilliant, her knowledge of my beautiful and slightly overgrown and chaotic garden also brilliant. The work Nicole did while here was astounding! She pruned, cleaned out, tirelessly. Offered great ideas… read more

(Excelente )

05/01/2020

Deixado pelo Workawayer () para o anfitrião (Beautiful small farm in West ...)

I had a truly beautiful time with Chris. Her gardens are magnificent and I thoroughly enjoyed pruning, weeding and sprucing it up. I also made a great connection to Chris as we discussed future plans for her gardens and life in general. Meals were lovely, her house is a delight and I am hoping to return some day. Thank you so much, Chris. Cheers,… read more

(Excelente )

19/10/2019

Deixado pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer ()

Niki is this kind of person who like to arrive to one place and help a lot. She is a morning person and proactive woman.
I highly recomened Niki becouse she is logical and practial with her job. She is organized and that is one of the best skills fot host. She is respectful and happy and enjoys working hard.
I am so happy becouse Gaby is better… read more

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03/10/2019

Deixado pelo Workawayer () para o anfitrião (Help us with learning ...)

My time with Grace and Gaby was wonderful. First, they are two lovely, young ladies striving to make their jobs the best they can, second they are fun to be around and third, they are very motivated to improve their English. Their apartment is comfortable and a very convenient location. They have space for only one female and they need a native… read more

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16/10/2019

Deixado pelo Workawayer () para o anfitrião (Help us set up a garden and ...)

I was at The lodge during the unnerving protest period in October 2019. The jungle was so beautiful and peaceful, a complete contrast to the rest of Ecuador at that moment of chaos. I loved weeding, pruning and clearing the many, large garden areas. Despite the state of the country, we ate very well from the land - delicious traditional foods and… read more

(Excelente )

21/09/2019

Deixado pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer ()

icole was the first volunteer that contacted us when we first started workaway. We had such an excitment and big expectations for her and we were not dessapointed. If you read Nicole profile and feedback you will know what kind of person she is and i can just confirm that those comments are just a short review of the amazing volunteer and a person… read more

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29/08/2019

Deixado pelo Workawayer () para o anfitrião (Help us with our permaculture ...)

I have been on many, many Workaway placements over the last 4 years. This has been one of the very best. I cannot thank Darvy, Manuel and Georgina enough. They are welcoming, enthusiastic and wonderful people. The development of their farm is a pleasure to watch and participate in. My two grand projects were super fun - overseeing the development… read more

(Excelente )

14/08/2019

Deixado pelo anfitrião (Come and help us with eco ...) para o Workawayer ()

Excelente persona! Excelente ayuda !

(Excelente )

08/08/2019

Deixado pelo Workawayer () para o anfitrião (Come and help us with eco ...)

This is a very special place, for it's history, beauty and the wonderful people. I did a great variety of things - weeding the vegetable garden, helping in the kitchen, teaching a young girl a math puzzle and more. I want to say again how special the people here are - friendly, welcoming, conscientious. I also very much enjoyed interacting with… read more

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28/07/2019

Deixado pelo anfitrião (Builders, farmers and a ...) para o Workawayer ()

Nicole is an extremely focused and hard-working individual, a lot of important jobs were accomplished during her brief visit. She has a sharp mind and is constantly looking for way to improve the property and sharing her vast knowledge. While her Spanish is limited, she made an effort to speak to everyone. It was an extremely productive time with… read more

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28/07/2019

Deixado pelo Workawayer () para o anfitrião (Builders, farmers and a ...)

I had a good time with Joshua on his property, helping him complete a few high priority projects and having an opportunity to use my expertise in chemistry to analyze his grey water system. We had a fun bonfire night and good conversations. Thanks Joshua and good luck.

(Excelente )

23/06/2019

Deixado pelo Workawayer () para o anfitrião (Help on our small family farm ...)

I have been traveling and working on farms in South America for 6 months and the week with Maria and her family was the best experience of all. I felt a strong connection with them and enjoyed the work on their property very much. They are a wonderful family, have a positive outlook and approach to life and I was delighted to help realize their… read more

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12/03/2019

Deixado pelo anfitrião (Come and help in Private Home ...) para o Workawayer ()

Nicole accomplished a good deal of work in a short time. She is both practical and creative in the way she approaches a project.

Nicole did an outstanding job of weeding, trimming, planting and improving the overall appearance of my yard. One project was to build a vertical plant feature using a variety of kinds of plants. She stepped into the… read more

(Excelente )

11/03/2019

Deixado pelo Workawayer () para o anfitrião (Come and help in Private Home ...)

Mary is a flexible, energetic , creative and very generous person. We had a lot of fun creating our 'flower bed' which is now a beautiful focus in her back garden and developing a flower welcome for visitors. I helped her organize and tidy several areas outside her house and met many of her great friends. My private space was a pleasure to have… read more

(Excelente )

18/02/2019

Deixado pelo Workawayer () para o anfitrião (Come enjoy and help in city ...)

I enjoyed working in the gardens of Isabel and completed everything she asked - pruning large hedges, weeding and planting. I also cleaned her house because she had an injury to her foot. As is my way, I did everything well - thoroughly, conscientiously and with skill. I was surprised and disappointed to receive her rating.

(Bom )

09/02/2019

Deixado pelo anfitrião (Come enjoy and help in city ...) para o Workawayer ()

No fue una experiencia agradable.

(Neutro )

04/02/2019

Deixado pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer ()

Fue una gran experiencia recibir a Nicole y Rob en casa, primera vez que teníamos voluntarios de nuestra edad y realmente fue fantástico!,
Es una pareja muy colaboradora y que llego justo cuando tenia una gran actividad en casa, su ayuda inmediata evito que estuviéramos hasta muy tarde con los preparativos, ¡muchas gracias por eso y por toda la… read more

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26/12/2018

Deixado pelo Workawayer () para o anfitrião (Help a family in the ...)

We had a wonderful time with Gina, Tito and Gabriel. They are a happy family who are a pleasure to be with. Tito taught us how to make empanadas and we were treated to many excellent meals. We weeded the vegetable patch and around the walnut trees and helped with some celebrations. Their property is like a paradise and to be with this family is a… read more

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26/01/2019

Deixado pelo anfitrião (Come and help with light ...) para o Workawayer ()

It was really great having Nicole and Rob stay at our place! They were both very helpful with tasks around the property and I loved hearing about their experiences traveling and working in different parts of the world. There were very motivated even during the hot weather and very respectful during their visit.

(Excelente )

31/12/2018

Deixado pelo Workawayer () para o anfitrião (Come and help with light ...)

We learned a great deal about Chile from Darren who has explored and analyzed it from an interesting perspective. Rob weed-wacked the large area in front of the cabin, and I, Nicole weeded the large onion patch. Darren made some delicious meals which we ate enjoying the lovely view of the Andes. Though we were there only 4 days, the experience was… read more

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16/12/2018

Deixado pelo Workawayer () para o anfitrião (House sitting help and ...)

We really enjoyed staying with Monica. Rob and Monica had wonderful conversations about common travel experiences in India and we both made a great connection to her. Rob enjoyed creating a platform in a tree and Nicole loved picking apricots and making jam. Monica's place is tranquil and comfortable. We wish you, Monica, the best for the future.

(Excelente )

13/12/2018

Deixado pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer ()

When Nicole and Rob arrived I was having an ápricot emergency !! All my apricots were ripe and falling from the trees in my orchard. Rob and Nicole harvested most of the apricots and worked hard to make many kilos of apricot jam, apricot juice and sorted 40 kilos of the best to donate to an educational foundation. I was so happy to make good use… read more

(Excelente )

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