Chaosfay

September 2026: i cannot afford postage, which is why i have dropped from swaps.

June 2026: i've noticed a lot of bots and AI slop. This has made me wary about swap-bot.

I've been booted from four swaps now because the host didn't like that I mention PTSD on my profile because "it's not in the spirit of swapping". I will not apologize for sharing that small bit of info at the bottom of my profile. If you're offended by trauma and mental illness, see about making sure it doesn't happen or perhaps supporting those who have been traumatized, rather than punishing the victims. Another booted and blocked me because I practice witchcraft and polytheism. If you're going to be prejudice against people who don't practice your religion, mention it in the swap that it's only for people of your same faith.

The only reasons I won't give a heart for a swap are either you didn't send a postcard that follows the criteria of the swap and/or you wrote only a couple words, like "happy swapping" on the back. There are more words you can use. Tell me about your day, your hobbies, a project you're working on, a pun or dumb joke. Just something that's worth reading. Those are cards I put in my postcard albums to read over and over again.

I'm a woman in her 40s, permanently Disabled, Progressive Socialist, activist, politically active, inter-sectional feminist, gamer, science lover, fairy and teacup/mug collector, witch/pagan, writer, painter, and quilter. That's the short version.

I have asthma and therefore can't receive anything that is tainted by cigarette smoke, incense, or fragrance. Strong smells have a negative effect on me due to my sensitivity to smell. If I cannot wash the odors out, the item goes in the trash. Fabric items are hung outside until the odors are mild enough I can wash them by hand (if they're not machine washable).

I practice witchcraft, and have been doing so since I was nine. I didn't know it had a name for it until many years later, and came out of the "broom closet" when I was 16. I've been practicing for over 30 years now, studied/apprenticed under an Elder until he passed away in 2015. I walk the Crooked Path (neither light nor dark). I don't identify as a Wiccan, but as Witch or Pagan. I work with the deities Hel, Frigg/Freyja, Cernunnos, The Morrigan, Thor, and Lugh, as well as house spirits, and my ancestors. I practice alone, and use several oracle and tarot decks (traditional decks are as nails on a chalkboard for me).

I'm on a limited budget, and my husband is the only one who can work. I do my best to send swaps out the day I'm assigned to my partner. If my half of a swap arrives a little late it's likely due to not having the money to pay postage. 99% of the time I do have things mailed out the day of the swap or sent out before the due date. If you fancy sending me unused stamps that'd be great. If I know my half will be late due to lack of funds I drop from the swap before I'm assigned; if I forget to do this I notify the person I'm sending the item(s) to that it will be a little late.

I've been painting with watercolors for 15+ years with a large focus on making the real look like a dream. Most of my work is influenced by photographs from the Hubble Telescope, various types of landscape and scenery, as well as macro photographs of flowers.

I'm a fourth generation quilter, and my previous work as a jewelry designer and maker shows up in my quilts. I don't shy away from prints or bold colors, both of which I love.

Jewel tones, bold and bright colors. Think peacocks and hummingbirds. Oh, and I love those two birds. My favorite bird is the penguin though.

Leopard print/pattern. My favorite big cat is the snow leopard followed closely thereafter by the clouded leopard.

I love snakes, butterflies, dragonflies, and other colorful creatures.

Penguins! I collect penguin stuff. My husband got me the cutest penguin mug and it sparks so much joy.

Fairies and old fairy lore. I especially love Brian Froud's fairy artworks.

Flowers. My favorite is daisies, and wildflowers make me really happy. Stickers, pressed flowers, whatever. I love flowers. If you choose to send flower seeds please check what region they would grow best in.

SCIENCE IS LIFE! Outer space stuff is super bonus yes, but science in general makes me super happy. Things related to science, learning science things, that sort of thing makes my day. I watch Bill Nye Saves the World and several other science shows.

Puns, jokes, bad jokes, dad jokes, etc.

I love Dragon Age. It has saved my life, helped me learn how to interact with people and socialize, improved my confidence and self-esteem, and so many other positive things.

Old Scottish lore. My ancestors are from the British Isles and most are from Scotland (MacBeth). I have several books with general Celtic lore, but most of it is focused on Ireland...and I'm not Irish. I'd like more Scottish stuff. Our family tartans are McBeth and Beaton.

Lightning and volcanoes, preferably together, but separate is perfectly fine.

I love postcards! I'm on Postcrossing, and it's been a blast. Not entirely sure I would call myself a collector, but I do love receiving them. I don't care for tourist cards unless it's international.

Science fiction is a great love of mine. Star Wars, Star Trek, Dune, Farscape, Battlestar Gallactica (the new one), and many others.

I would love to have some really unique coffee mugs/tea cups. I do drink and love tea! Herbal, fruity, black, green, white, chai. I hate earl grey though. Tastes like perfume. A house fire in July 2017 destroyed a large portion of my mugs and cups. I would really like to rebuild the collection.

I'm a big fan of up-cycling so long as it's in good taste.

Fabric I can use in my quilting. It must be clean fabric, no fragrances.

I would love to have animal bones. I have a set of large ram horns and a piece of a wolf jawbone. Small skulls are something I would love to have, as well as animal skins, nails, and claws. Insects too. I have several preserved insects on display. I really love dead things.

Glitter is evil. I hate glitter. I loathe glitter. Glitter must burn and forever be removed from existence.

AI slop. That's what it is. Keep that filth for yourself. You are contributing to the destruction of lives, health, and careers. Block me if you support that horrific stuff.

Random tarot cards. I don't care for having some random card, especially considering I have no idea what they represent other than taking up space.

Please don't send food.

I have very sensitive skin. Don't send me skin products. Ever. There's a fair chance I'll develop a rash. Yes, very annoying.

Religious stuff (unless it's related to what I've mentioned in "what I like" and "about me"), especially Christian. Practice whatever religion you want, I don't care. Just don't force it on me or send it to me. I have very negative experiences with Christianity. Pagan items are welcome, but please read the information I have listed regarding this.

Pro-White/White Power/Nazi/Neo-Nazi/Alt-Right stuff/TERF/SWERF. Just don't. I don't support Trump, or as I refer to him, Agent Orange. Anything related to supporting him will be returned or burned.

Scrapbooking/Ephemera. I think it's awesome, yes, but I don't do it at all. Please keep your ephemera. It never gets used. I'll take stickers; those I can put on postcards.

Anime/Otaku. I can't watch most animated shows because of my epilepsy.

Fragrant candles and incense I practice witchcraft, yes, but I have asthma and artificially scented/smoky stuff can really mess me up. Naturally scented candles would make for nice decoration, but they won't be lit. Incense is just a really BIG no-no.

Hello Kitty and all things Disney.

Earl Grey tea (tastes like perfume), chamomile (yuck), and mint (heartburn)