Hi 🌞 my name is Gerardine. Important: I currently host people with references (I apologize if you’re new to this). I prefer hosting women because that way I know that any woman who stays with me has a safe place to sleep.
I am just a man on this world. Skilled farmer, development worker, mechanic, veterinarian... Enthusiastic motorcycle rider. For traveling, not for racing. Did Cairo to Cape Town in 2018/19 with a friend and solo from Sept. 2022 to March 2023 a seven months no-plan journey around the southern countries of East Africa and partly together with my youngest daughter (than 14 years). In summer 2023 I traveled together with my son (then 13 years) around Zambia, Tanzania, Malawi and Zimbabwe. In 2024 Tanzania and Zambia again...and 2025... And I love books. I need them around me, right next to me and always at least one in my backpack. If not yet, discover the miracle of reading. Just do it.
About Me — À propos de moi EN I never quite know how to describe myself, but people usually find me easy to get along with and fairly uncomplicated — at least most of the time. If you like categories: in Western astrology I’m a Pisces, in the Chinese zodiac a Fire Sheep, and according to the MBTI I’m an INFP. None of this will tell you much about me, of course, but getting to know someone in person usually works better anyway. Feel free to ask me anything. One thing I prefer to mention openly: I’m gay. It won’t affect your stay in any way, and you’ll be completely safe and comfortable at my place. I respect all backgrounds, beliefs and identities, and I enjoy cultural exchange and good conversations. What I don’t enjoy are situations where guests feel the need to “fix” or “correct” who I am. Respect goes both ways. If my orientation is a problem for you, choosing a different host will probably make everyone happier. For everyone else — whatever your gender, background or preferences — you’re very welcome to stay with me. FR Décrire qui je suis n’a jamais été mon point fort, mais on me dit souvent que je suis quelqu’un de calme, facile à vivre et plutôt simple — du moins la plupart du temps. Si vous aimez les repères : je suis Poissons, Mouton de Feu dans le zodiaque chinois, et INFP selon le MBTI. Rien de tout cela ne remplace une vraie rencontre, bien sûr. J’aime quand les conversations se construisent naturellement, alors n’hésitez pas à me poser des questions. Je préfère le dire sans détour : je suis gay. Cela ne changera rien à votre séjour, sinon que vous serez accueilli avec respect, curiosité et bienveillance. J’aime découvrir d’autres cultures, partager des idées et apprendre des personnes que je rencontre. Si vous appréciez l’ouverture d’esprit et les échanges sincères — quel que soit votre genre, votre histoire ou vos préférences — ma porte vous est ouverte.
Human searching for meaning. "¿Cómo hacer que este valle de huecos no suba más por mí? No tengo más Dios No tengo más Dios No tengo más Dios". - Luis Alberto Spinetta
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