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Alisonl66

Alisonl66
Date Joined: August 5, 2012
Last Online: August 17, 2018
Birthday: April 23
Country: South Africa
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About Me

18/04/2013 Our PO's strike finally ended (2 months) ánd I have received some mail (at last). Most of my other mail has been received except 2 that are still 1 ratings. I will wait a little longer in case in the backlog or otherwise I will resend again.

10/02/2012 My computer was having problems and eventually "blue-screened" on me. I have got my new laptop now so I will catch up with ratings and respond to messages. I did not send out 2 swaps as I could not get the addresses. I will catch them up in this week and post/message the people concerned. My apologies for those who have had to wait for an answer to messages/ratings but this was out of my control. I hope you understand. 15/02/2012 I am resending any swaps that have not arrived via registered mail and will e-mail tracking to the people if they can message me the e-mail address. There were only 2 I didn't send in January when I could not access the addresses but the others if they have not arrived I will resend to try to fix the ratings.

Really frustrating as our mail sorting centres are striking (again) so if the things take long I am sorry but this is so out of my control http://ewn.co.za/2013/02/20/Strike-affects-post-office-services

Hi I am Alison and have just joined (Aug 2012). I am mid-40s and sometimes it feels really strange to say that.

I love snail mail. I live in South Africa where it is not as popular as many other countries sadly. I would love to finsome new penpals too.

I like: Paper - I love paper (wonder sometimes if I love collecting it more than using it!)

Stationery and art supplies, pens, inks and things to write with. W

Mailart and hand crafted envelopes

Long Letters and writing

Animals and nature (especially cats - my favourite being Siamese)

blank notecards

Writing paper (A5)

Anything to make cards with (embellishments and bling)

Address labels (or they sometimes are called book plates)

I have recenly found washi tape (and deco tape) -it is not easy to find here...but I have found a supplier and bought from etsy. I am totally addicted and love it.

Paper lace

Fave colours purple, cerise pink but I like most colours and can vascilate between neutrals to colourful depending on my mood or what I am doing.

I love to collect inspiring quotations

Themes for paper or swaps: fairies, owls, cats, Siamese cats, black cats, birds, Japanese and oriental, cherry blossoms, Thai buddha, crystals, damask, sea shells, heart shaped stones, gift tags, bakers twine, Belle and Boo, nature

Don't like Strong/sweet scents (have allergy problems) don't swap FB

Favorite Music

I like most music and have somewhat eclectic taste.

Favorite Books

I like to read biographies and some non-fiction. One of my favourite books that comes to mind is "Pillars of the Earth" by Ken Follet.

I am currently reading a light book Cathy Kelly "Homecoming" as I am working quite long hours

Favorite Television

I don't watch a lot of tv - usually I half watch it while doing something else.

I enjoy British humour.

Favorite Crafts

Paper crafts (anything to do with paper)

Card making and hand made envelopes

Rubber and acrylics stamps

I am still a newbie at some of the crafts but like to try new things.

International Post

if you have not received any of my swaps please contact me before you rate me.

Ratings

AZmom875 rated for Holiday Card and Seasonal Cheer on Aug 21, 2013
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Comment: Thank you for the resend. It does take a long for things to arrive from your country. I means months, so dont get discouraged. What the post date reads is 2013-03-01 and it arrived today. I could be reading the 03 wrong, but the point is that is is Aug 2013. Thank you. and thank you for the address labels.
Response: 10/02 I have replied to your messages (sorry but no computer really messes up one's swapping). As I have said I will resend (not a holiday card to make up for the original one which was mailed on 15 December). I hope it arrives quickly and you will rerate me.Resent 12/02. The swap was sent before March on 12 Feb but due to the issues with striking at the South African Post office it took so long.
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Comment: Yay, thanks for the re-send!!!! It was well worth the wait! I love everything in it! The papers are so wonderful; I love the colors and textures. I love that you included local crafts and postcards of the birds and animals and that you enclosed such a lovely note to explain them all! The chiyogami paper on the clip and pencil is wonderful! Thank you so much for this excellent package! Happy Swapping! Hugs from Alaska, Sherry
Response: Thanks for the rating and the heart. I am glad you enjoyed the package I resent.
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Comment: Your second letter arrived today! Thanks for the tea and lovely post card. I really appreciate your sweetness in resending this. I'll write back soon. I'd love to keep in touch with you.
Response: 15/02 Sorry I cannot answer on what has happened to this - nor can I tell you my exact date of resend as after my computer crash I do not have my excel information anymore. Sorry I don't know what else to say. I have also had some problems with a few items not being received. I will resend with tracking over the weekend. Please send me your email address and I will scan in the tracking slip to you. Apologies once again. Resent 18/02/2013 Correction as I do not know when PO will send it. They are accepting mail but the sorting of mail is an issue. Really frustrated ***Thank you very much for rerating me***
Wanda rated for A short note about your day. on Feb 10, 2013
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Comment: Thank you, Alison! Yes, I know it is difficult being without a computer for an extended time. I'm glad you're back online. Sorry it's taken me so long to rate. It was totally unintentional. Thanks again. :)
Response: Thank you for taking the time to rate me.
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Comment: Lovely thank you hope your christmas rocked! xxxxxxxx
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Comment: Sorry for the late rating, hope you had a great holiday!!
magicjessnrach rated for A short note about your day. on Jan 2, 2013
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Comment: Lovely notecards and note. I shall write back :)
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Comment: Thanks so much, Alison, for this interesting and colourful Cart Horse card. Love it! Very nice postage too.
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Comment: Thank you for the christmas card. i really appreciate the package!
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Comment: Thanks so much. Yesterday I received the package! It took a long time from you to me its because of our german customer officers who controll every package from foreign countries. There was such a "controll-sticker" on the package..Merry X-mas and happy new year!
Response: Wow I have sent you an inbox msg on 29 Sept (envie posted 2 Sept) asking you if you received it. You read my msg but did not respond. I emailed you on 3 October - no response. I inboxed swap host on 5 Oct and she said there was nothing I could do. I followed up again on 16 Oct. On 18 Oct I left a message on your profile Alisonl66 on Oct 18, 2012: Hi Stuffed Envie With Different Items :) #5 I have e-mailed you twice and sent you msgs here with no response. I have sent this swap on 2 September 2012 but have not heard anything back from you. I will have to assume you have received it and are not rating me unless I hear anything else. Thanks Alsion and you logged on again on 22 Octiber,,,,,still no response. Today you rate me 1...if you had communicated back I could have at least resent long ago. I will resend with tracking as it seems I am not the only one who has a problem with your rating 02/12/2012 I have resent this package registered mail with tracking 13/12/2012 You have deleted my message off your profile about the resend with tracking.why would you do that?
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Comment: Thank you for the nice card! Merry Christmas!
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Comment: Thank you for the nice cat card and letter. I will try to write back soon. Happy Holidays
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Comment: Thanks for your lovely card and wishes.Merry Christmas and a great swappping 2013.
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Comment: Thank you for the cute card. Merry Christmas!!
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Comment: Thank-you for the beautiful Christmas Card.
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Comment: What a beautiful card you sent me! I'm so glad it went to help animals in need. I'm sending you a reply in the mail tomorrow. :)
Response: Thank you - I look forward to it :)
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Comment: Thank you so much for including Carsyn. He loved his kitty postcard. Have a Merry Christmas.
ju671ne rated for Christm-ish... Card swap on Dec 11, 2012
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Comment: thank you so much for taking the time to find a green-ish card. i love it! happy holidays!
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Comment: Many thx for your great letter. It finally arrived here. It was so nice to read your letter after a long day at the office. And at the same time I got the other envie saying to wait for 27th. How sweet to think of my birthday. I'm very curious but I'll wait till 27 December :-)) I hope to write as soon as possible. I'm looking forward to continue our penpal friendship.
Response: Yay at last! I look forward to hearing from you.
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Comment: Thank you for the card. Merry Christmas!!

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Comments

Hoosfoos on Apr 20, 2015:

Hello! Please join our new group, 'Swappers in South Africa!' We would love to have you!

Hoosfoos on Jan 23, 2015:

Hi Alison, I am also from SA. I hope that you will consider joining a group I just started, "Small Suprises'. Have a great day, Lisa

AnnSo on May 18, 2013:

I just wanted to say Hello!

Cesaria on Feb 13, 2013:

Hi Alison, I've mailed the resend for International Mega Christmas Card Swap 2012. I hope this one will make it to you. Happy swapping! Greetings, Saskia

devilspigeonhole on Dec 31, 2012:

----- HAPPY NEW YEAR! -----

Apelser on Sep 29, 2012:

Hi there fellow South African who shares my love of pen palling!!!

RyeRye on Sep 24, 2012:

Welcome to Swap-Bot!!

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