Working Holiday


When we think about all the wonderful opportunities that come our way, we sometimes have to pinch ourselves...what an incredible life we have created together!
This is the beautiful place we are taking care of at the moment and although it's been a while since we were last here, it has felt like coming home and our furry friend has been very happy to see us.

The huge garden is a peaceful haven for wildlife and it's a joy to wake up each morning to hear and watch the birds and squirrels feed, potter and play.
There is also an abundance of butterflies and bees...being surrounded by nature is very much home from home for us, as our Cornish home is also a quiet haven with many birds, bees and butterflies. 

Woodpecker

Red Kite

Our lovely furry buddy...

enjoying some snuggles.


Our roles here are to firstly doggie sit (feeding, walking and snuggling), then take care of the vegetable garden, feed the birds and look after the house.

We do love all our work - helping others comes naturally to both of us and we are lucky to have such lovely clients, but it is nice not having to race around for a while.

We have worked solidly for 18 months and at times it is physically demanding, so being paid to be here is really quite wonderful and we are enjoying a much needed break.

Hope you are all having a good weekend!

Love Kay and Sime
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Comments

  1. Kath9 August 2021 at 15:16

    It all looks perfectly idyllic and it's lovely that your doggie pal remembers you. He certainly looks very relaxed and happy with you! Enjoy your break xx

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  2. Just Humans Being10 August 2021 at 21:13

    Thank you Kath...we are having a lovely time! :D xx

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