Carine

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Description

Flexible traveler and responsible house/pet sitter

I have always travelled quite a lot (both for work and leisure), eager to discover places and meet people from different cultures and backgrounds. Born and raised in France, I have worked and lived abroad for the past 15 years, lastly in Georgia (in the Caucasus, not in the US ;-)).

Now on a sabbatical, I get the chance to slower down and make time to travel in accordance to my tempo, interests, and values. I have no fixed plan or schedule, and am therefore pretty flexible.

Mountains and forests are my favorite places, and you might spot me there hiking, hugging trees, or meditating. I aspire for greater connection with nature and simple healthy living. I love to learn how to use my hands and heart towards that goal, and I am equally excited to share my own experiences and skills, which range from finance to yoga. I don’t smoke, and am a vegetarian.

While new as a sitter, I have hosted several people at my former place, in Tbilisi, to care for my two adorable cats (through TrustedHousesitters: https://www.trustedhousesitters.com/house-and-pet-sitting-assignments/georgia/tbilisi/tbilisi/l/1147721/?). I understand the importance of trust when it comes to house and pet sitting, and you can count on me to follow your instructions to the letter, keeping your house in perfect conditions at all times and being the most affectionate carer to your pets and plants.

Interests

Nature

Van life

Yoga / Wellness

Vegetarian or vegan

Outdoor activities

Self development

Sustainability

Writing

Music

Photography

Plant care

Pets

Mountain

Farming

Fitness

Gardening

Hiking

Cooking & food

Charity work

Drawing & painting

DIY & crafts

Dancing

Camping

Animals

Adventure sports

Languages

Languages spoken
English: Fluent
French: Fluent
German: Intermediate

More details about my language interests
French / English

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Skills and knowledge I'd like to share or learn

I'm interested in:  

Charity Work

Art Projects

Babysitting and creative play

Creating/ Cooking family meals

Helping around the house

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Some knowledge of:  

Eco Projects

Gardening

DIY and building projects

Animal Care

Life at a Farmstay

Hospitality/Tourism

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Able to teach about:  

Languages

Teaching

More details about your skills

I grew up part time in the countryside, where my parents were renovating a house on a large parcel of land. There, I learned to observe and follow nature's rythm, as we relied on solar PV for electricity (and those were the early days of solar PV!). I can help in basic house repair and maintenance (painting, DIY, ...) and gardening - though, would love to learn and do more under someone's guidance. I love animals and would be delighted to care of any type (save for reptiles which I am very scared of).
I lived in very different places - London, NYC, Dakar, Manila, Amsterdam, Tbilisi - and can attest I am very adaptable. I am always keen to expand my skills, so test me out!
Finally, I can keep myself busy with my many interests, but I both enjoy social interactions and me-time. I'll adjust to your rythm accordingly.

Age

40

What else ...

While still working in finance, I trained as yoga teacher and energy healer. I'd love to share those passions with anyone interested :-)

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  Smoker

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  Driver's licence

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  Allergies

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  Special dietary requirements
  Vegetarian (the flexible type :-)). No dairy, no gluten (intolerant)