May 2013: I am having difficulty getting on to Internet. My computer is completely frozen. I only have access to a computer when I can go to a neighbors. The dates marked 'swap sent' is not the actual it was sent. I will get computer fixed in the next 2 weeks. Thank You.

Profile updated 3-4-13
I often put stamped mail in the mail box in my development. Sometimes it is picked up that day, sometimes not, so the date I enter 'sent' might not actually be the day it is postmarked & mailed out from the PO. :-)

Please Note: If you do not receive a swap from me please let me know before rating...I will do the same for you too. I always send my swaps... thank you!!

Very allergic to shellfish/iodine & anything made with it

Very allergic to MSG (monosodium glutamate), aspartame & other artificial sweeteners

If you send me chocolate [or anything that might melt], please only send Jan-Mar...I live in Florida & it is hot/warm here most of the year; I have received many melted/soft chocolate bars in swaps!! :-) Thank you!

CURRENT WISH LIST

*wine corks, corks & more corks!;

*anything turtle;

*sewing supplies: FQ/fabric, thread, velcro, etc

*adhesive ribbon - paper or fabric;

*adhesive buttons (any color/size);

*embroidery hoops--all sizes;

*washi tape;

*zippers, zippers, zippers; all sizes/colors [for craft projects]

*pretty paper napkins to use in crafts;

*stamps--wooden or acrylic;

*stamp pads..any color;

*tote bags;

*crochet dishcloths;

*state map PCs--see list below;

*handmade envies;

*coffee, flavored, ground or whole bean;

*raspberry-scented/flavored lotion, perfume, soap, candles, drinks, candy, etc;

*fancy wine stoppers--the kind that go in a bottle of wine after it is opened;

*anything law enforcement-related: patches, ornaments, hats, toy cars, law enforcement figurines, jewelry, etc;

*seasonal/holiday-themed kitchen towels, pot holders, oven mitts, etc.;

*I LOVE fun, colorful, or funky (hand made or store bought) oven mitts, pot holders, dish towels, cloth/paper napkins, pillowcases;

*I love making cheesecakes so anything cheesecake-related--magnets, note cards, ATCs, recipes, fabric, stickers;

State map PCs, not written on, sent in envie

DC, HI, ID, IL, MA, MN, MS, NV, NJ, RI

For my fur-kids

*I have 2 cats whom I love dearly--Data (Maine Coon) & Geordi (American Short Hair Tabby) {yes we are Trekkies!!};

*they would love:;

*treats: seafood, cheese, or tuna flavored like Friskies, Pounce, Crave, Purina, Temptations, Rival;

*anything with their Star Trek Next Generation names on it or their action figures;

*catnip anything;

*scarfs for around their necks (=^.^=)

FAVORITE FLOWERS

*lily of the valley
*calla lily
*violets
*lilacs
*wildflowers
*DO NOT like roses

I LOVE getting items like:

• sewing supplies
• addy labels & swap cards
• magnets
• fabric, FQs, etc
• jewelry {love jewelry}
• kitchen items
• fun & funky salt & pepper shakers
• office/desk supplies
• craft mags/books [new/used]
• articles or directions on specific crafts (altered anything, sewing, serging, etc);

READING MATERIAL

*I read a lot--fiction, non-fiction, poetry, historical novels, plays; crafts books/mags;

*fave authors: David Balducci, John Sanford, Gibran, Gabaldon, Stuart Woods; Langston Hughes; Faye Kellerman; Mark Twain;

FAV FOOD

*anything chocolate [dark & milk];
*LOVE flavored coffees (ground or whole bean);
*flavored hot chocolate;
*no tea unless part of a swap

JEWELRY

*I have pierced ears;
*earrings--studs, dangling, etc;
*necklaces;
*birthstone peridot;

Plz DO NOT send
*Kawaii, dotee dolls, kids items; Hello Kitty, Kawaii, kids/teacher/rewards stickers;
*religious or political items;
*supplies for journaling, scrapbooking, knitting;
*TEAS unless part of a swap;
*lipbalm

FAV CRAFTS

*Sewing: small crafts/small sewing projects;

*I recycle clothes, tableclothes, etc. into other useful items;

*small paper crafts like cards, bookmarks, etc.

FAV COLORS

*lime green, lime green, lime green (did I mention lime green!!);

*lime green/tourquoise;

*lime green/brown;

*lime green/pink;

*black/white;

FAV TV

NCIS, Criminal Minds, CSI-NY, Project Runway, Star Trek--Next Generation; American Pickers; Flashpoint, Top Chef, Storage Wars, Face-Off;
The Food Network, HGTV

MORE ABOUT ME

*I am vegetarian;

*Washington Redskins fan!!;

*I have over 6,200 turtle items so it is really an obsession, not a hobby!!; :-)

*I live in central FL, any type of clothing or accessories should be in lightweight materials/fabric;

*food: do not send anything that might melt;

*Originally from Western NY State: Finger Lakes area;

*enjoy NY State wines;

*I am a member of Concerns for Police Survivors {COPS}, a national organization for family members of law enforcement officers killed in the line of duty...my son, Glenn, a deputy sheriff, was 31 when he was killed in the line of duty 11-29-03 in Central NY State;

*Here in Florida I serve on the Board of the Apopka Citizens Police Academy Alumni Assoc--we assist the local PD with traffic control, children's finger printing, helping out at community events, providing Thanksgiving dinner for the officers who have to work the holiday, etc.;

ANY Thanksgiving-related [decorations, linens, etc] would be GREAT since I decorate the police dept for the dinner!!

I love getting crafts supplies & clothes from thrift stores & yard sales; I repurpose items to make clothes or household items;

I enjoy whatever is sent...I love going to mailbox & finding something other than junk mail!!;

FLAKER LIST
1) 4-17-2012: 'Turtle Swap' hosted by * @baileyanne11 * ; I was flaked by my partner: * @puncho05241983 *...who was partially suspended after not completeing numerous swaps! *host said she would angel but she, too, has been partially suspended!! :-(

2) 6-18-12 by @hajenks in 'Send Something Blue' Swap; angeled by the wonderful @ladydy5

Thank you & Happy Swapping!