I am a semi-retired writer and editor who loves to travel all over the world. I don't smoke and don't throw obnoxious parties; I love to cook and love animals (so might be up for some dog or cat sitting). I would likely want to bring a friend or two on my exchange, but they would be people like me, professional women in their 50s or 60s. I have been Airbnbing my home for years but now would prefer the more personal approach of home exchanges. I would absolutely treat your home the way I would hope you would treat mine.