Hi I’m David Jeremiah and I’ve been house and pet sitting full time since May 2022! So far its been an absolutely incredible and unforgettable adventure that is inspiring people from all walks of life!
In the beginning of 2022, I came to a fork in the road that forever changed the course of my life. At the time, I was working for a local company in Phoenix, Arizona making good money. I was given an opportunity to help expand the business and make even more money, but it would’ve required a long-term commitment.
My dream has always been to be an entrepreneur, and I knew the window to make my dream a reality was closing. Out of respect for the business owner, and in order to take a chance on myself, I decided to resign from my position. I didn’t know how I would make it work, but I knew it was time to go all in on my dream. In order to stay focused on building my business full time, I knew I had to lower my costs, one of the biggest being lodging. I knew if I could solve for that, I had an even better shot at making my dream a reality.
I started brainstorming different lodging options. In the process, I remembered a conversation I had with a customer whose retired and a full time sitter around the world. I explored this option, and got my first house sitting opportunity in May 2022. Since then the rest is history in the making!
Prior to launching into the unknown, I knew as long as I had a reliable internet connection and cell phone reception, I could build my business from anywhere in the world. Within two weeks after leaving my job, I moved out of my apartment, and sold almost everything I owned, including my car! This allows me to be more flexible, save money, and travel lightly. All I have with me is a suitcase, a backpack, a small bag of books, and a burning desire to achieve my definite of purpose.
To provide a little more stability so I’m not constantly having to pick up and move every couple of days, my strategy has been to look for longer term sits at least 1+ month or longer (ideally 2+ months) and to stay in bigger cities where public transit makes it easier to get around. I started in Flagstaff, then Cave Creek, and then I’ve been in non-stop back to back sits sunny San Diego and Newport Beach over the past 7 months.
Since I started on this amazing adventure, I’ve met countless people from all walks of life. I’ve built good friendships with wonderful homeowners who entrusted me with the responsibility of taking care of their homes, beloved pets, and plants. I’ve also gotten to explore different cities, towns, and countryside.
Throughout my travels, I’ve learned that people find my story inspiring. In turn its inspired me to write my first book, and launch my vlog and podcast, which are all currently in progress.
