Lauren and I first met as colleagues over 12 years ago, and she has since become one of my closest friends. During the time I have known her, Lauren has always shown herself to be honest, compassionate and caring. Lauren has cared for her own pet tortoise, whom she adores and who has always travelled with Lauren and her partner across the different places they have lived and worked. Lauren is exceptionally organised and from the many times I have visited her in her own home, I can see that she is very clean and tidy, and takes pride in providing a warm and caring environment. Lauren is one of the few people I would trust with my own home and pets, as I know that she would go out of her way to ensure the safety and care of both, whilst being respectful of someone else’s space and privacy. I have no hesitation in recommending her as the perfect person to housesit.