Writer/composer/director/teacher

About this sitter

Hello, I just returned to house sit sept 2026. I am told I am a quiet, polite, fun type of person. I enjoy people. I enjoy animals. I enjoy art. Most all forms of it and even if I don't bravo for the artist. House sitting is an opportunity to travel and visit places that are different from where I have been. Or return to old haunts.

I do not use any type of drugs or alcohol. An actual tea toddler. Well coffee.

I speak Spanish, once spoke French (Paris) well enough when I lived there, and have studied Danish, Italian, and German. The last two are necessary for the study of Orchestra Directing. I haven't gotten to practice the last 3 yet although I have been to Denmark and Germany 3 or 4 times each.

My favorite places to live have been Paris, Cannes, Valencia Spain, and Morelia Mexico.

I enjoy lively artists communities and prefer a centrally located art zone like the 18th in Paris or El Centro in Morelia. Where one can walk out at night or day and experience fun unexpected art. Painters, street performers, bands in clubs or theatre.

What I do not do even in my own home is ever bring anyone home. I prefer people do not even know the area I live in. I am friendly. And one can never be too careful. Coffee shops are great community spaces.

I do not want to home share. No roommates or Mothers upstairs etc... thank you. I need the entire place to myself. Helpful neighbors or nearby family are fine. As long as they do not pry.

I would enjoy a house sit that has very little house work. I like a clean house. And will clean as I go. If you have a pet especially, I appreciated it when the host has a cleaning service after I leave. It takes the stress and judgement out of the situation. I do well at "respectful use of the property", Then you know it will be clean to your liking when you arrive or shortly thereafter. I can leave your home tidy and clean as well.

I have lived in and visited many countries and can easily fit in the rhythm of the day/night events.

Why they want to house sit

House sitting is a fun opportunity to meet folks. I did it for friends for over a decade. It was again the nice chance for a change of scenery. While enjoying pets. It was always fun with their dogs and like grandchildren, I can give them back when I leave. I get the best of both worlds. I promise not to be a Grandpa and spoil them too much. I will respect your routines for your pets.

Their experience

Yes. I think I said enough above. I do have one reference of the two I had had. The 2d is on an old computer and it did not make the upgrade/transfer and Mark Zimmerman a long time friend has since past.

The reference from Rajeev Iyer is not signed. His phone number is still current as we spoke a few years back on my birthday. Getting a hold of him is difficult as he travels globally for work.

This system also requires one to upload their reference into a 3d party machine which is also something I do not do. I am happy to present what I have to you in advance just not via a 3d party system and please remember this host site is not in the USA as well. All that makes me shudder to think of as my identity was stolen in 1992 pre computers and caused me thousands in repairs, and thousands in not being allowed a normal credit card for travel which I would have gained points for. I had to pre pay and miss all the advantages also costing thousands.

With respect, while I get the hosts need for caution and security, I do have to think of the same for myself.

A background check once was an ok thing. Now with AI and a required fingerprinting by an international company I am not inclined to put my fingerprints in such a system. I did pass a background check 20 years ago when I was the playground volunteer for my daughters elementary school for 5 years.

I do have USA passport and drivers license that should count for something and I am happy to share that info with you upon arrival for you to photo.

What can they bring to the assignment

So here I am. I bring happy, responsible, tidy, care of your home and animals so you can relax and enjoy your time away. I know it is stressful to be away from the home and pets. I bring reassurance to both the pet and pet parent.