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I am highly creative and open and enjoy people that share my sense of adventure, visuals, music and making things.
Laughing and being able to improvise is important to me... I enjoy fellow creative and adventurous souls.
There is a private bedroom for you to stay in or a space in my art/sewing studio.
The neighborhood is very quite, pretty and the street ends in a gorgeous park. It is easy to get around
Cooking is an addiction to me but I do not eat red meat or pork..only chicken, fish (occasionally lamb) and lots of ethnic inspired foods.
I am happy to cook dinner and sometimes lunch but I always have enough food here for ww to put together their own lunch sometimes and breakfast (which I do not eat)
I had a knee replacement 9 years ago , I am waiting for the other knee to get replaced.
Gardening is vital to me... but pulling and lifting are a challenge ...I will need assistance with weeding, watering, digging and painting .
My house often has things that need to be sanded, painting, cleaned.... never ends.....
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I listen to a lot of world music from Eastern Europe.. and dance when I can.
It is very important that a workaway is capable and comes through with the skills necessary. I
There have been many workawayers here...and it has mostly been a complete joy. They have all been smart, adventurous, super helpful, thoughtful and fun... I think it brings the world together...
Types of help and learning opportunities
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Help around the house
General Maintenance
Help with Computers/ Internet
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
I have taught middle school for twenty five years....I am really good at trying to understand what someone is saying in another language... by acting ...playing with other words and improvising... I like to make up ways for people to remember the right words....find myself to be a natural teacher of English.... I can teach cooking and sewing as well and some gardening.... you will be fed very well and I love going out and socializing if I am mobile enough.
Help
I will need someone that has painting experience and can paint 7 sections of a 6ft. metal corrugated fence. I would like a person that has an artistic flair... the color needs to fade out then be roughly stenciled with leaves and birds in the top area. . I have a basic sketch for this... (primary request)
(secondary request) Also needing a work awayer that has gardening skills. I very much appreciate people with experience. I do not want to teach. I need someone that knows the difference between a weed and a plant, that can trim things down properly, and keep edges looking good.
The next request would be for someone that has woodworking experience.
I usually have wonderful work awayers but a few left with a lot of cleaning and jobs half done.. I absolutely dislike having to say this ... I am constantly trying to get the most responsible , respectful and self motivated guests to share my house with...
I also would prefer to have guests that are okay with a house that is not spotless. If you like a conservative, structured household and get upset about a few threads on the floor this is not a great place to be . This is a new odd request for me to have to include...but I keep learning...
In terms of staying time.. I have had workaways from a few days to almost a year... I like to do a few days of getting to know a person first. I do not like to commit to a set time until we feel a good connection.. ... I am very fair ... and most of the time I am happy to let guest stay for as long as they need to... in fact several have ended out living in Victoria and have become good friends.
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Accommodation
You would have an art/sewing studio to stay in or a single bed bedroom... (birds sing outside a lot ) It is full of lovely textiles and has a cozy creative atmosphere. Music is a passion for me. I love rock, jazz and all Eastern European and Middle Eastern music... IF you are a skilled musician and want to practice here ...I would love it...!!!!
What else ...
There are lovely lakes to swim in, down town free entertainment, Butchart Gardens, great local brew pubs, live music, amazing walks. Swan lake bird sanctuary is close by.... lovely tall grasses, lake, ducks, Canada geese, cormorants..etc. There are several beaches and amazing views... Victoria is known as the garden city. It is easy to get around.... a trip can be taken to the local gulf islands... Salt Spring had sheep on the hillsides and sweet little churches tucked away... then Hornby is. has the most amazing rock structure and beach where it is shallow for a long distance... very magical. Victoria seems to attract the artistic heart.... many talented people live here.
There are also many outdoor markets that sell organic or locally made cheeses , hand made items etc.
There are two buses that make it easy to get to town in 10-15 min. You can get a day pass for $5. that will allow bus rides all over the city and out a ways...
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Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Space for parking camper vans
This host can provide space for campervans.
How many Workawayers can stay?
One
Hours expected
4-5 hrs, 5 days a week
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I wish him all the best in getting to stay in B.C. and work as a lawyer.
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I wish him all the best in getting to stay in B.C. and work as a lawyer.
Doreen super interesting and lovely and not to mention an amazing chef. She is always gave me very clear instructions and knew exactly what needed to be done. I worked in the garden mowing and weeding and also did some painting inside. One thing to be aware of… read more
It really helps me when I do not have to explain things. James was always offering help and appreciated everything that was provided. I just feel that his life is headed in positive directions and I am very privileged in being able to… read more
She is a loving person and I really liked her open-minded nature. Her good mood is contagious :)
The tasks were varied and fun.
I love Doreen's porch- it is a dream and perfect to relax from traveling.
Doreen cooked fresh every day and she is a super cook. I will miss it :)
Thank you for a great time Doreen. I… read more
anticipating what needs to be done next. She is very creative and writes and draws in her book.. I did the same thing at her… read more
as last step of my Roadtrip,
Victoria is a lovely city, unfortunetly its was raining altime, but even know, i got my sun-dose with Doreen, she is always smiling, joking and shining/sharing her positive Energy,
The job was really light,
basic and general assistance around house,:
garage, garden,… read more
Doreen is a very niceand friendly host. She picked me at the airport the first day. She does her best to welcome you and make you feel at home. She is an excellent cook and you will have the right to an excellent meal everytime. My job was to do gardening, maintain and develop the garden. It was not too… read more
Doreen, Victoria B.C.
Thank you Doreen for your kindness and hospitality :)
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Doreen, Victoria B.C.
Song, dance and laughter were daily occurrences as was authentic conversation and exchanges.
Gardening and housework were my main tasks. These jobs provided satisfaction.
I look… read more
Doreen has a great personality . With her, you can talk about everything , art, film , music , culture and cuisine . I was fine with her and her house is a beautiful home in Victoria BC . She cooked delicious dishes of various cuisines of the world. I met his family and his friends and I danced in his dance group . Finally I visited with her the… read more
