Autist

Last updated 3/26/2020

PLEASE NOTE: There was an address change. I am house sitting in Phoenix for two months (while the Covid 19 stuff blows over, all mail should go there. If you sent it to my California PO Box, that is okay I have it forwarded every two weeks. Just know it will take longer me a to leave your rating. This is new environment, and may take me a bit to get into a good routine, but life is an adventure!

Hello, my name is EVAN (I am a girl). I am a Chaotic Neutral Halfling Rogue (if you know what this is - let’s be friends) I live in Los Angeles with “T” my husband, Lumos (my chihuahua service dog). I am an AUTISTIC actress, artist (see links above) and writer. My husband is a screenwriter, director, he also creates TTRPG games. We live a pretty simple pseudo-minimalistic life. Not a lot of excess, but full of things we love. We pretty much do all things Geek - Video games, RPG, Comics... you name it we like it. My personal style is very Mori-girl (sometimes just the aesthetic in modern clothes) and whimsical.

T and I got married on a Friday the 13th, so we celebrate our marriage EVERY Friday the 13th. Because celebrating once a year is BORING!! I am looking for POSTCARDS for T. Because from our wedding day I have written him a postcard every single Friday. He keeps them in a box that I gave him as a wedding present. I write and tell him how much I appreciate him and his hard work, the highlights of our week, and how much I love him. I would love to send him postcards in things he enjoys, so if you have any of these themes I would greatly appreciate it - WHALES, SPACE EXPLORATION, BOSTON anything(especially the bruins), VIDEO GAMES, MOVIES (specifically movie posters and black and white photo type) and FOOD (he is a huge foodie). Maybe also some romantic specific cards would be nice.

I was declared legally blind on 1.12.2020. I can not see further than about 12 feet. This has been a struggle for me from and autistic POV because everything feels overwhelming. Sounds, touch and sight are all in overdrive and meltdowns tend to happen. This also means I can not drive anymore and getting the the post office (or anywhere) takes some strategic planning. Depending on others is new to me. I prefer to be self sufficient. We all do what we can.

MY FAVORITES:

• Colors: Gray and Green (Any shades) also like only pale pink (like the color of cherry blossoms)
• Food: Marshmallows and Nerds Rope
• Drink: Lemon Lime Koolaid (the green one) Green River Soda
• Number: 13
• Flower: Forget Me Not
• Animal: Mouse And Seal/Sealion
• Top 5 Fave Movies of the moment: Pacific Rim, Sky Captain and the World of Tomorrow, Meet Joe Black, Tomorrowland and Captain Marvel
• Fave TV: Foster’s Home for Imaginary Friends, Last Airbender, Doctor Who, Code Lyoko, Sofia the First
• Video Games: Kingdom Hearts and Never Alone
• Fave Music: Soundtracks, Musicals, Lindsey Sterling, BabyMetal
• Books: Cherie Priest, Neil Gaiman, Narnia, Philip Pullman, Jennifer Donnelly, Gail Carriger, Peter Pan retellings

DUE TO SHUTDOWNS FROM covid-19 ALL MY WORK HAS BEEN SHUT DOWN AND POSTPONED. I WILL BE CANCELLING ANY SWAPS I RUN THAT WOULD REQUIRE MORE THAN A STAMP UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE. Let’s be patient and kind with one another.

• I am legally blind. I CAN NOT drive. If I mark a swap sent, it has been handed off to someone (Post office, husband or friend) to be sent to you. Once it has left my possession I am no longer in control of it. If you have not received something I marked sent, please let me know. I will gladly look into it, and resend if necessary. Please communicate with me before leaving bad marks.

• I leave feedback promptly. If I have not left feedback for a swap - I have not received your swap. Feel free to check with me.

• Again, I CAN NOT drive. If the tracking says it was delivered it doesn’t mean it is in my possession. I have a postbox. It is marked delivered when it is in my postbox, not when it is in my hands. I can not check my mail everyday, but I do check it regularity. Be patient with me please.

• I am not on Swap-bot for the ratings. I do not check if I have received feedback or ratings. Therefore I do not know if you have received a swap or not. As stated above, let me know if you have not received my swap and I will gladly work out rectifying the situation.

• I am very grateful for everything I receive in swaps. Thank you for taking the time to create and send me something. I normally leave hearts for this reason alone. Toss ins are not necessary, and I prefer not getting them.

• Swap-bot is a luxury for me. A get away from the normal monotony of life. If I have to stress over dates, ratings and hunting things down it is no longer fun. Then what is the point? I understand sometimes life happens, and there is a lot of uncertainty in our world. Please communicate with me. I expect the same understanding and patience in return.

My WHOLE LIFE pretty much revolves around PETER PAN. When I was a little girl I struggled to make friends - I was a bit awkward, and we moved a lot. The book became my best friend (I have read it well over 100 times to date) and that fondness grew and grew.

THINGS I LOVE:

• THE BOOK, the play, and the retellings.
• Movies - All of them! The live action (2003) and Hook are faves
• Star ⭐️ shaped items
• Kisses - Thimbles (Tchotchke and Vintage mostly) and Acorns (I love glass and felted ones)
• Victorian era niceties
• Pirate and nautical things including Pirate ships, mermaids, booty and rum.
• Vintage articulated Teddy Bears
• Fairies - not just Tink, all types - like Lady Cottington’s and Amy Brown
• Any handmade Peter Pan art or crafts
• I am creating a FOUND THINGS chandelier so Random Crystals, Large (ONLY) glass and sparkly beads, sea glass, vintage spoons and forks, bobbins etc. would be greatly appreciated
• RULE OF THUMB: If it makes me think of Peter Pan or Neverland it is a winner!!

I LOVE doing pirate swaps. If we have things in common or if you would use like to do a private swap with me, please let me know.

Looking for ideas of what to send me. PLEASE GO WITH YOUR GUT! (As long as it follows the requirements!!) If you still need ideas -

• Button Bouquet Stems (Buttons on a wire 8-12” long) or vintage buttons to make them with
• Origami Cranes
• Whimsical things
• Neverland Aesthetic
• Gingham, plaid, vintage floral and lace
• Girly things with my name on it (even handmade) since it’s typically a boys name it’s hard to get things frilly things with my name on them.
• HANDMADE Disney Items
• Rae Dunn
• Essential Oils
• Russian/Eastern Orthodoxy ☦️ items especially iconography, photos of churches and crosses
• Crew length socks 🧦 in florals, stripes, patterns (like argyle, stars and dots) I do not do the fuzzy slipper type socks.
• Music Boxes
• Paper boats and planes
• Something Made by YOU of anything on my profile- Artwork or Craft: ATCs, ACEO, Handmade PCs, Paintings, Sketches, flip books, paper bag journals, paper crafts, crochet, sewn, knit, stitched - If it is made by you, I will love it.
• Keys - mini charm type, skeleton, modern, all sizes (Seriously - Clean out your junk drawer and send me random keys)
• Axolotls - Adorable alien dragon babies
• Jellyfish
• Selkies and Seals and Sealions
• Mori Girl/Cottage/Shabby Chic
• Blank ATCs and Postcards
• Peter Pan - or any character from Peter Pan
• Captain Marvel
• Holly Hobbie
• Gudetama
• Children’s books in French or Russian: especially looking for Peter Pan, Harry Potter, Narnia, Babar, Madeline and Disney.
• Slytherin aesthetic 🐍 (this is my house)
• Queenie Goldstein, Newt Scamander, Nifflers, Thestrals
• SCENTSY (don’t mind if they are gently used) Bars - My Dear Watson, Lucky In Love, any of the Disney/Starwars ones. Warmers - PETER PAN or any nightlight warmer. Buddy - MADDIE (ballerina mouse), Nile, Gilly, Mickey Mouse
• Disney Characters - Sorcerer Mickey, Merida, Pocahontas, Rex, Bernard (from Rescuers)

If you happen to send things I do not find useful. I will pass them on in other swaps or to local friends. So, if you happen to get something back in a swap, please don’t take it personally.

🚫PLEASE DO NOT SEND ME PACKAGES WHERE EVERY SEAM IS TAPED SHUT. THESE ARE VERY DIFFICULT FOR ME TO OPEN AND CAUSE ME PANIC, AS I HAVE BROKE, CUT AND TORE ITEMS INSIDE TRYING TO GET INTO ENVELOPES. I UNDERSTAND IT IS REINFORCEMENT BUT THERE HAS TO BE ANOTHER WAY. (Like - leaving one corner available is super helpful)

🚫ALLERGIES: Walnuts (other nuts are okay)

🚫Anything musty or smoky smelling - it kills my senses and overwhelms me and goes in the garbage.

🚫 Please do not fold your art if you are sending me art. I want to be able to frame it or put it in my album. Thanks

🚫AUTISM SPEAKS anything - puzzle pieces, blue pieces especially. This organization is not supportive of actually autistic people. I don’t agree with their philosophy, nor do they speak for me. (Advocating moment)

🚫 Propaganda of any kind: Religious (other than what is listed above), racial, political, not for profits... I just pass them on or toss them out.

I started collecting playing cards! I am trying to build a FUN Franken-deck of playing cards with cards from all different decks. Mainly I am looking for the novelty kind with pictures or illustrations on the face side as well as the back.

I also love any and all 4 of hearts and joker cards.

🚫Casino cards or musty smelling vintage playing cards please

Here is what I have so far

Poker Deck (2.5 X 3.5”):

♠️ - A, 2, 3, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, J, Q, K

♣️ - A, 2, 5, 8, 10, J, Q, K

♥️ - A. 2, 3, 4, 5, 8, 9, 10, J, Q, K

♦️ - A, 2, 5, 6, 8, 10, J, Q,

Bridge Deck (2.2.5 X 3.5”):

♠️ - A, 3, 4, 5, 6, 9, K

♣️ - A, 2, 3, 4, 8, 10, J

♥️ - A, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 8, 9, 10, J

♦️ - A, 2, 5, 6, 7, 10, J, K

I thought I would give a RAK on my profile!! Every month will be something NEW!!

MARCH - TWO ingredient Microwave Fudge

1. In a Microwave safe bowl combine 1- 1lb tub of chocolate frosting and 1- bag 11.5 oz bag of chocolate chips.
2. Microwave on high in 30 second increments, stirring every time. Until melted and blends easily together.
3. Spread into lightly greased 9X9” cake pan. **I like to press some cake sprinkles or M&Ms on it at this point.
4. Refrigerate till firm. Slice and serve.

Once you are comfortable with this you can work on making other fun combinations!! One of my favorites is Vanilla Frosting and Butterscotch chips with Heath Bar crumble on the top.