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Conni59

Conni59
Date Joined: February 24, 2017
Last Online: October 21, 2024
Birthday: January 24, 1959
Country: United States

About Me

September 2024:
Life has been a series of losses lately…my biological father passed on August 21 which was sad however I did get to meet him. The most raw loss has occurred recently, after several weeks in CCU my stepson died. We have been planning his funeral. He leaves behind many to mourn, the saddest being his 12 year old son and 10 year old daughter. Words don’t come easy these days. I would ask if you are expecting a swap from me or a rating and it has hasn’t arrived or been done. A gentle reminder would greatly be appreciated.

April 14 2024 Update: My husband passed to spirit 12/21/23. I am still grief stricken, however need to immerse myself into my creative practice. I’m learning to navigate my days in a different way. I’ve yet to figure out how to shop and cook for one, so mostly I don’t…everything is step by step, moment by moment.

My husband died today and I am broken**** I have dropped out of current swaps. Everything has been sent and will have my daughter monitor so incoming can be rated.*** I pledge to always rate. I understand that life happens. If I forget something, a gentle reminder is greatly appreciated! I do get frustrated by those that do not rate or do not respond to messages. I give great care to my swaps and like to know items have reached their destination. It's never too late to make things right. I enjoy notes tucked in with swaps...interesting snippets from life.

I am married with children and grandchildren. We have three cats Merry, Melvin and Milo. Merry rules over the two boys. My husband and I love to travel whenever possible. Art and photography are a couple of my passions. I love exploring different avenues of creativity. I am a big believer in complimentary or alternative healing modalities, including but not limited to meditation, crystals, accupuncture, reiki; the list is endless.

I have been collecting postcards since childhood. I am a member of Postcrossing.

I enjoy being wrapped in a quilt, hot tea and book in hand. (especially on a rainy day) with a cat or two or three sprawled across me. I'm a very eclectic reader. Book suggestions are always welcome. I love most teas and am open to new flavors. I am not a fan of anything licorice or peppermint flavored.

I love the colors of the ocean, sky, and deep, rich colors. I see the shape of hearts everywhere in nature and photograph them. I have quite a collection of found heart shaped rocks, shells, and bits of wood.

I keep an ongoing mixed media art journal. I collect quotes and poetry. I sketch, paint and doodle. I enjoy making artist trading cards, postcards and artist trading coins. I make and repair jewelry. I knit and sew a bit. I enjoy trying ethnic recipes.

I am a work in progress...learning new things everyday.

Likes: Unusual, vintage, steampunk, adult themed, sassy, science fiction, horror, Christmas, Halloween, All Saints Day or Dia de los Muertos. I visited Oaxaca, Mexico during the Day of the Dead festivities and love how the ancestors are honored. I am fascinated by Gods and Godesses, saints and sinners, history of ritual, symbology.

I have plenty of stuff, yet I find delight in surprises. I don't need small stickers or reward stickers, will pass those on. I enjoy using painted papers, unusual papers, trims, buttons, bits and bobs, keys, Tim Holtz , bees or anything with wings except flies and roaches :)

Random things: I have somewhat of an aversion to bananas, jello and pudding. I use a lot of herbs and spices in cooking. I am sensitive to smells, certain sounds, textures and overall energy of a place or person. I rely on my intuition. Kindness matters. Doing better one day at a time.

Another thought shared by a friend: " Do not compare your beginning to someone else's middle or advanced level." I think this applies to art, writing, and all sorts of things.

Ratings

lefroggy rated for CPG: Dragon ATC (USA)🐉 on Oct 15, 2024
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Comment: sorry, I thought I rated, thank you so much for the ATC and the extras, they were so amazing.
Response: You are welcome ❤️
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Comment: Hi Connie, Thank you so much for this very cool and spooky grim reaper ATC! And also for the stickers and image you included. I love it all! I hope you are safe and sound after Helene went through. <3
Response: You are welcome. Yard debris and a 4 day power outage, could’ve been worse as was the case for many.
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Comment: Thank you for all the Japanese-themed goodies! I love the colorful origami paper!
Response: You are most welcome💕
samsstuff rated for MM&L: Sobek ATC (Ancient Egypt #5) on Sep 11, 2024
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Comment: Thank you! I found Sobek more difficult to draw than I thought he'd be, as well!
Response: ❤️❤️❤️
ddoherty6138 rated for MAE: ATCs with a Twist #26 on Sep 8, 2024
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Comment: Connie You have put together three very creative ATCs.The school teacher and student are lovely. I have visited Scotland once and really enjoyed it and its great to have an ATC as a memory of my trip. I am very fascinated by jellyfish, I love how delicate they are. The ATC you created captures how delicate they are. I will be using all of the extras to produce another ATC. The map paper is very much appreciated as well. Great envie with such a fabulous stamp collection on it. Thank you for everything. D
Response: My pleasure! Thank you for the sweet comments.
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Comment: Connie, beautiful atc. So much going on to look at! Love it. Thank you for joining the swap and taking the time to make this. I understand and sympathize with your back and hand issues. I hope you are doing a little better by the time this reaches you. Enjoy your collaging. Your wheels, excellent inspiration for the atc.😃
Response: My pleasure. I am some better, ongoing problem 😝
watercolorgirl rated for AMA: Arch Shaped ATC on Aug 24, 2024
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Comment: Thank you for the lovely arch shaped with window ATC. I like the bird in the nest and flowers you used. The paper goodies I will use on future projects. Thank you again.
Response: You are quite welcome
RockyBeach rated for AMA: Inkbox card - grid on Aug 23, 2024
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Comment: Oh, you've managed to use so many different kinds of grids and materials. I like it - thank you!
Response: You are welcome!
addieixmarie rated for MM&L: Themed Mail Art on Aug 6, 2024
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Comment: Connie, wow!! Thank you so very much for this amazing Nessie themed swap and envelope!! I love the way you decorated the envelope, it is so cool with the colors you chose!! I am so excited to display it!! I love the fact sheet that you wrote out for Nessie too, so fun!! I am so jealous that you were able to travel to the Scottish Highlands, that sounds like an amazing trip. How cool would it have been to have a Nessie sighting?! It was also really neat to hear that 2017 was a huge year for sightings... I wonder why they occured more that year. I hope one day I can make a trip there! It sounds lovely and I can't believe that only 5% of the population lives in that area. I love love LOVE the postcards that you sent, the ATC and the little note book that your friend makes! I am so excited to add the PCs into my collection as well as the ATC!! The little "BELIEVE" charm on it is such a cute addition and the artwork is amazing! I plan on using the little notebook as a mini art journal, I love it!! Thank you so much again for everything<3 I adore it all with my entire heart and I am so grateful! <3<3
Response: Thank you for such a wonderful response❤️ I am so happy you are pleased! I hope you get to Scotland. I want to go back. It touched something deep inside even if I have no Scottish DNA
ddoherty6138 rated for MAE: ATCs with a Twist #25 on Aug 6, 2024
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Comment: Connie - What a great trio of ATCs. I really like the dried flower creation. Beautiful frame and on it. Great layering on the flamingo one and love the painted background with the palm. I appreciate so much the wonderful gift of the extra papers! I can't wait to start creating with them. Thank you. Hope you are having fun in Scotland. D
Response: You are welcome. Thank you for the positive comments. Loved Scotland❤️
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Comment: Thank you for these fun ink box cards!
Response: My pleasure!
geekgirl1001000 rated for OATC: 2 ATC Coins (2:1) on Jul 12, 2024
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Comment: Great swap! thanks for the coins and lovely extras. Hope you enjoy the UK, I went a few years ago and loved Scotland.
Response: You are welcome. I loved Scotland as well!
ginny19590 rated for AATC: Bee's ATC on Jul 2, 2024
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Comment: So cute ATCs. Thank you so very much........=)
Response: you are welcome <3
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Comment: Thanks for this beautiful "clear summer morning" inkbox card and the extras and decorated envie too! I love Zentangling! It is so relaxing and each design has a story behind it. Hugs from Alaska, Sherry
Response: You are welcome❤️
cst8411 rated for AMA: COLLAGE ENVELOPE - Natura on Jun 28, 2024
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Comment: Thank you for the lovely envie! <3
Response: My pleasure ❤️
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Comment: Thank you for the swap.
Response: ❤️❤️❤️
feverfawn rated for MM&L: Yokai ATC #3 on Jun 24, 2024
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Comment: I really love your Kappa ATC! I like all the elements on it and the Kappa you drew is great! Loved reading the lore and the cut outs you included (+ that awesome UFO postcard!) the envelope having a kappa theme with the turtle and cucumber was so cool too. Thank you for the great swap! I'm happy to hear you like the Yokai ATC swaps also. I definitely plan to keep doing them and should have another one up sometime next month. Thanks for joining my swap! :)
Response: Thank you for the positive comments! I am happy to continue participating. I actually ordered several books about yokai from Amazon.
Created46 rated for AATC: WATERMELON ATC on Jun 24, 2024
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Comment: OK your note made me laugh because after the sign up date I realized that i needed a stamp. Your solution was perfect. I eventually found one stamps so it worked out. Thank you for the swap. ❤️ ❤️ ❤️
Response: You are welcome!
thebragal rated for AMA: Fish Shaped ATC - May on Jun 21, 2024
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Comment: He makes me laugh! Thank you for the extras!
Response: Yay! You are welcome! ❤️
Myself333 rated for CPG: UFO Postcard (Global) on Jun 18, 2024
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Comment: That's so funny, I sent out the same postcard! Great minds think alike 😉 I haven't watched Ancient Aliens in so long, I really should check out the latest episodes lol. Love the Star Wars stickers and stamp too!
Response: 🤣❤️👏🏻 love that show 🤣 you are welcome!

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Comments

wolfeagle on Dec 25, 2023:

MC

explore on Oct 11, 2023:

Thank you for sending me one of my Ernie swag postcards! Appreciate it.

JanHardt on Oct 3, 2023:

Connie, Thank you so much for the packet of goodies you sent me. The Inkbox card is adorable, and perfect for a coffee addict like me. The die cuts and other ephemera you send will be put to good use. I love it all! JanHardt

EleanB on Oct 5, 2020:

I just got your lovely surprise. Thanks so much, it made my F-ing day! (the witches, OMG)

hibiscus on Aug 8, 2020:

Your collage sunflower was amazing!!

Nnyla on Feb 24, 2018:

Hey Connie! Found you! But we're "friends," which means I knew you were here and forgot. Too much going on in my noggin! Happy Swap Anniversary!

RiverTopanga on Feb 18, 2018:

Profile checks completed for Artisan ATCs - Purple ATC. Have fun creating your purple ATC!

RiverTopanga on Dec 27, 2017:

Profile check for Holiday Recycled ATC. Welcome to the swap! Hope you have fun creating this one :-)

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