Hi! I'm Aimee. A friend referred me to this forum and I figure it's worth a shot! I'm seeking a like-minded companion with whom to live out this permaculture homestead dream!
My Background: Grew up in southern Ohio. Got a degree in Environmental Science. Worked as an agroforestry Peace Corps volunteer in Haiti. Worked as an environmental/social justice activist and community organizer in my twenties. Got a masters degree in Natural Resource Management. Completed a 3-month sustainable living internship in Costa Rica. Taught ESL in S Korea. Studied permaculture in Thailand and Haiti. Attended two Yoga Teacher Trainings (S Korea and Costa Rica). Worked on and managed various farms in the US and abroad. Have lived in Ohio, Haiti, Arizona, Hawaii, Costa Rica, S Korea and California. Have done a good bit of traveling.
My Personality/Interests: I would describe myself as an extroverted introvert (Meyers Briggs-INTJ, Zodiac-Aquarius). I need and relish my solo time but I can also be quite outgoing in social settings. I am genuinely interested in people and like to get to the deep/real stuff. I am very direct in communication and value honesty and truth. As far as religious beliefs, I'd say I'm agnostic but I dabble in the spiritual realm. I live by the golden rule. I love unconditionally and with intention. I'm very independent, competent, stable (mentally/emotionally/financially). I'm SO open-minded. I have crazy work ethic, particularly when it comes to homesteading activities. I'm very active, healthy & fit. I love to use my body (labor, outdoor recreation, sports). I love music and like to dance. I love to learn and build new skills. I love growing and building things! I'm a do-er with a can-do attitude. I'm known to do cartwheels. I'm a gritty gal who loves to get dirty, but I can clean up and meld with the city-folk on occasion. I love to cook and eat mainly a vegetarian diet (although I occasionally eat wild game, fish/seafood or other meat I can justify to myself). I do enjoy alcoholic beverages but I am not a lush or alcoholic. I'd say I am easy-going and fun. I'm a tough one to pin down, though (I never settle), which, i suppose, is why I remain single. Never been married. No kids. No mental illness. No drama. Nothing to hide.
My Current Situation: After years of galavanting, in 2016 I bought about 20 acres in the beautiful rolling hills of southern Ohio (not far from my home town). My goal is to steward some land in a responsible way and to thrive on the land. I've been slowly building up a homestead on my own and within my means. Thus far, I have built a tiny home (about 400 sq ft) where I live with my two cats. I put in a small pond for irrigation, swimming and habitat. I planted a handful of fruit trees and berries. I established a moderate vegetable garden. I sell my produce at a little roadside farm stand and through a very small CSA subscription. I built four tiny off-grid cabins (from salvaged materials) that I rent out along with five tent camping sites. I host farm volunteers during the growing season. I built a small stage for music events and plan to host more workshops, retreats and events in the future. I keep a small flock of laying chickens and have some honey bees. My woods have plenty of sugar maples that I tap for syrup. Oh, and I also co-own a big chunk of land in the jungle of Costa Rica that is on the back-burner (I plan to, eventually, spend part of each year down there).
What I Seek: I want to thrive on this land that I am stewarding and be supported by it in a way that I am both energized and granted time for necessary rest and time away. I've accomplished a lot on my own (and not without the help of friends, volunteers and former lovers) but it's a lot for one gal and to have the right partner in this life would be, simply, magical. I know it could be magical for both parties. I am seeking a likeminded and physically similar partner who shares my values and vision for this kind of lifestyle. Someone who brings some good energy and skills to the table. I am absolutely seeking a loving, romantic relationship, but it doesn't have to be that. A friend in this life would be amazing as well. I'm living a pretty blissful life with a good balance of work and play and I'd love to share it.
If this interests you at all, comment/message me and let's talk!
