Bessma

Travel information

I am currently

Description

I enjoy peaceful pursuits such as cooking, gardening, and spending time in nature. I love going to see live theater, and live music. I'm in awe of the time and effort the performers put into their craft. I love spending time with children, being silly, creative, or instructive. I'd like to help them experience the simple pleasures of life - mud pies, pollywogs, and good books. Most people find me friendly, but I'm a bit introverted, so if I'm in a big group, I'm reserved. One on one, or in smaller groups, I'm fairly chatty. I'm good at working quietly behind the scenes. I'm always up for trying new things, and am fairly resourceful. I'm the mother of five children, have lived abroad, and worked at sea. I've started a school, renovated a couple houses, painted countless walls, trim, and cabinets, and raised a flock of chickens. I want to share the joy of travel and experience of other cultures with my youngest son.

Interests

Photography

Cooking & food

Art & design

Yoga / Wellness

Sustainability

Self development

Performing arts

Outdoor activities

Nature

Gardening

Hiking

Dancing

DIY & crafts

Culture

Architecture

Languages spoken

English: Fluent
Spanish: Beginner

Skills and knowledge I'd like to share or learn

I'm interested in:  

Life at a Farmstay

Eco Projects

Charity Work

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Some knowledge of:  

Gardening

DIY and building projects

Babysitting and creative play

Being an elderly companion

General Maintenance

Helping around the house

Animal Care

Hospitality/Tourism

Art Projects

Teaching

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Able to teach about:  

Creating/ Cooking family meals

More details about your skills

I've had both in ground and raised bed vegetable gardens. I've planted fruit trees, bushes, and flowers, and pruned as necessary. We live on a few acres, and do most of the yardwork ourselves. I'm experienced with general home maintenance such as painting, hanging shelves, and assembling furniture and cabinets. I'm comfortable around hand tools and smaller power tools. I'm good at being an extra pair of hands if you're doing a more complicated construction project. I've spent a lot of time around children, mostly while they play, but have also worked a bit in an elementary school setting, helping children with their reading and math. I've had dogs, cats, and chickens. I'm very willing to learn some new skills.

Age

57

What else ...

I love to do creative projects.
I have basic sewing skills, good enough for curtains, and kids costumes, but not for adult clothing.
I would be happy to play cards or board games in the evening.
I enjoy learning new dance steps - I'm not very good, but I enjoy trying!

Some more information

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  Smoker

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  Driver's licence

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  Allergies
  no

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  Special dietary requirements
  I am an omnivore, but like to eat plant based as much as possible. I would be comfortable with vegetarian meals.