We are experienced house sitters, non- smokers, retired, healthy married couple who own our home in Michigan, like to garden & will take good care of your home, yard and cat(s). Would like to spend months near Portland, Oregon to be near grandchild; we're available October 3, 2009 thru December 31, We are trustworthy, conscientious and can supply resumes and letters of reference from happy homeowners. We can make arrangements to meet with you at your convenience (we are in Oregon). If necessary, we can be bonded (have been in the past but find not everyone has that requirement.)