Reliable woman will be available August 2019

About this sitter

I am quietly friendly, trustworthy, and responsible. I am young enough for physical work around the house, yet my partying days are over. Unless you consider a glass of wine and some chocolate a party!
My hobbies are learning (about anything, really. I'm a perpetual student), history, visiting museums, photography, long walks, dining in restaurants, cafes, etc. and quiet evenings spent reading or writing.
I am a non-smoker. I am also extremely clean and tidy, a minimalist. Even as a teenager, I was that babysitter who did the dishes and straightened up the playroom after the kids were in bed. And now I tidy my hotel room for the maid. :)
After working in the casino industry for 10 years, I was a stay at home mom for 16 years and part-time student, recently earning a BA in History.

Why they want to house sit

I am looking to live as a local in a variety of communities, long sits preferred. I will also consider short term sits in Europe. I have the freedom to experience new places now that my children are grown and I'm on my own.

Recently I spent 7 weeks in a rented Paris apartment, and while I loved living as a local, the lack of daily responsibility long term caused me to consider work and volunteer opportunities abroad for future travels. House sitting seemed the best opportunity for my goals and skills.

I am an enthusiastic traveler and eager to see and experience as many slices of local life as I can. Bustling cities like London and Paris hold as much appeal as the Scottish highlands or Italian mountains. I want to see and live it all, while feeling useful and needed.

Their experience

I have been a homeowner for 20 years, and used to caring for a home and dealing with any issues that arise. I do not use homes I sit as a "home base" to travel from, I will spend every night in your home to make sure all is secure and everyone is happy. I have sat twice before, and received positive feedback from both pet owners.

English is my first language, and I also understand some French and Italian, though I hope with practice to become fluent. I will of course brush up on/study any language spoken where my temporary home is located.

What can they bring to the assignment

I have a global phone so I will be available for contact at all times. I also will bring in mail daily, and if desired, take and pass on phone messages and email updates regularly. I love animals and have had pets (mainly dogs) for most of my life.
I currently do not have a pet, so no broken-hearted animals will be left behind while I care for your home. If you have a pet or pets, rest assured that they will become my temporary family while you're away.