House Sitting Magazine: Issue 33 October 2020

NOT ALL IN THE GARDEN IS ALWAYS ROSY Anonymous House Sitter Contribution We’ve focused a lot in this issue on the positivity that has risen from within the house sitting community during this pandemic. But many of us have also had moments of uncertainty, worries about the future, or for the health of our family and friends. Whilst we try and stay positive I don't think anyone can deny that we are all having to make adjustments to create our own versions of the "new normal".

For some the experience has been even less certain. It's hit some full-timers hard, especially those without a base to call home. Many travelers and nomads rent their homes out long-term and so haven't been able to return, even if they do still have a property.

It's so important to remember that we are all in different spaces that fluctuate as Covid continues to wreak havoc around the world. Supporting and having patience with each other is more important than ever.

For our final contribution, our writer would like to remain anonymous. Her time through lockdown wasn't a bed of roses, but she tells us she has come out of the other side stronger and happier. Here's her story.