We are a reliable couple who in our 40 years of marriage have raised three daughters, owned three homes, and always had dogs and cats. After returning from Vietnam in 2009, where we spent eight months working and traveling, we took a three year position as onsite caretakers at a high-end condominium building in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
We now live with our youngest daughter, son-in-law and grandson in a home in Saint Paul giving us considerable flexiblity. Patrick continues as an English language tutor. Helen is enjoying the freedom of being grandma. From late October 2013 to February 1, 2014 we were housesitters in Ireland.
We are both big fans of Dr. Who and Agatha Christie. Our reading tastes lean toward mysteries and cooking (Helen) and biographies and memoirs (Patrick). We like to hike, camp, canoe, and dogsled as well as sit and talk with a cup of coffee or a glass of wine.
We can offer you peace of mind while you are away. We are conscientious and attentive to detail in addition to trustworthy and mindful. We will care for your home and pets to the high standards you expect. We are non-smokers and occasional drinkers. Patrick is a vegetarian. Helen a carnivore. Chocolate a shared delight.