Congratulations on your year long travel adventures @Cathie ! 
Love the concept that sits are not pushing up costs of living and is a community based on ethical trust and not capital gains.
The savings for emergencies is down, but a good reminder to have in the back of the mind on staying on top of topping it up.
Have had a mix of sits so far, and that certainly resonates in some home environments of sits can feel draining. For most part, I’ve been lucky in finding locations that have been filling the cup in terms of the animals, and spaces to explore.
In terms of the work, yes! Clarifying roles and responsibilities is something I’ll continue to ask of the bat and get in writing, as well as expectations.
Great tips, thank you!
Here’s to many more years of happy, smooth travels and sitting adventures 