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Vickyen

Vickyen
Date Joined: May 14, 2010
Last Online: February 19, 2025
Birthday: January 30
Country: United States

About Me

02/13/25 - Hi all! I will be out of town from Friday, 02/14/25 through Sunday, 02/16/25 and then Monday is a federal holiday, so no mail. Our mail will hopefully be delivered on 02/18/25. I will not have access to my computer while away and to the mail until it is delivered. I will catch up on ratings that week. Thank you for your patience! Hugs and Happy Swapping! ;)


01/21/25 - Hi all! I had a wonderful time at my crafting event - got lots of swaps completed and mailed, yipppeee! Thank you for your patience in me getting stuff rated. Everything I have received has been rated, if there isn't a rating at this time it is not here. All the best and hugs! ;)


01/16/25 - I will be at a crafting event all weekend and will not have access to my mail or computer, then Monday 01/20 is a federal holiday and no mail will be running. I will catch up on everything hopefully between January 21/22 - thank you for your patience and understanding! ;)


12/29/24 - Hi all! I have rated everything received through the mail and email at this time. If it is not rated, I have not received it yet. Thank you for your patience with me! Wishing you a Happy New Year and lots of fun, laughter, and good times to come!


12/21/24 - Hi all! I will be out of town starting Monday, December 23 through Friday, December 27. I will not have access to my mail or computer. I will rate all Happy Mail I receive after December 28, as Saturdays are usually late mail days for some reason. Wishing you all a Very Merry Holiday Season! Hugs and Happy Swapping! ;)


12/02/24 - Hi all! I have rated everything that I have received at this point! What a fun bunch of Happy Mail! Hope everyone had a great Thanksgiving - we loved spending time with family! All the best! Hugs and Happy Swapping! ;)


11/23/24 - Hi all! I will be out of town starting Sunday, 11/24 until Sunday, 12/01. I will not have access to my Happy Mail or computer - everything will be rated the week of 12/02, as that is when the mail is supposed to be delivered, so... I hope everyone has a great Thanksgiving, if you celebrate and if you don't, a fun week! All the best! Hugs and Happy Swapping! ;)


11/13/24 - Hi all! I have rated everything that I have received at this time - thank you for your patience while I was out of town! ;)


11/08/24 - Hi all! I am going to be out of town from Saturday, 11/09 thru Monday, 11/11 and will not have access to my mail or computer. All swaps will be rated when I return and have access to stuff. Thank you for your patience! ;)


10/17/24 - Hi all - we are back and I have rated everything that was received while I was on vacation! Thank you for your patience! ;)


10/12/24 - Hi all! I will be out of town from Sunday, Oct. 13 until Thursday, Oct. 17. I will not have access to my computer or Happy Mail - I will rate everything that is received once I return home. Thank you for your patience! All the best! Hugs and Happy Swapping! ;)


09/25/24 - Hi all! I have rated everything that I have received while out of town - if it is not rated, it has not made it to me yet! Thank you for your patience! All the best! Hugs and Happy Swapping! ;)


09/20/24 - Hi all! I will be out of town from Saturday, September 21 until Wednesday, September 25. I will not have access to my Happy Mail or computer. I will rate everything upon my return, as well as return any pms. Thank you! ;)


09/13/24 - Hi all! I have rated everything that has been received this week - if it is not rated, I have not received it yet. All the best and Happy Swapping! ;)


09/05/24 - Hi all! I will be out of town from Friday, September 6-Sunday, September 8 and will not have access to my Happy Mail or computer. If you have questions, comments, or concerns, please reach out to me after Sunday. Thank you! ;)


07/08/24 - Hi all! I have rated everything that was received while we were on vacation! Had a blast spending time with the Grandbabies! Our newest one was five weeks old and he is so sweet! Looks just like the men on our side, plus he has blue eyes, so exciting! Thank you for your patience while I was away! ;)


04/22/24 - Hi all! The hubby is having his second knee replacement surgery on Tuesday, April 23, so things may be a tad hectic for a few days. I will do my best to rate timely and ask for your patience with ratings and/or messages. All the best! ;)


03/21/24 - Hi all! I will be out of town on March 22-24 and will not have access to my Happy Mail. I will rate everyone the following week and/or respond to messages. Thank you for your understanding! ;)


01/11/24 - Hi all! I will be out of town January 12-14th and will not have access to my Happy Mail - also the 15th is a US holiday, so no mail that day.

My husband is having knee replacement surgery on January 16, 2024, so things are going to be hectic for several days - I will do my best on getting things rated and commented on ASAP. Please be patient with me, as my hubby is not the best patient, and I am an impatient nurse, so... Prayers for all, please and thank you!! ;)



We adopted a puppy (Ms. Greta) on March 9, 2021, and I forgot how much work they are! LOL! She is a sweetheart but I am way older than when we have had puppies in the past and my Mom eyes in the back of my head seem to be gone, so I have to watch her like a hawk or she is into stuff! LOL! This too shall pass and I am enjoying her puppy silliness & all the love she has to share! Thanks for your understanding if I get behind on rating or commenting on your ratings! Hugs and Happy Swapping 😉


I am married and have two sons, an awesome DIL and two Grands (a girl and boy), who call me Yaya! I love the thought of scrap-booking and making cards, but have been lacking the energy as of late! Also love reading (murder, mystery, and mayhem!) and meeting new friends through fb or other group sites! Hope I can participate in some of the swaps on this site and make some new friends!

When my oldest son left for college in August 2009, I felt such a void in my life and joined SB in 2010.

I enjoy meeting new people, exchanging cards and pcs with them, as well as going to local scrap booking events and meeting new folks!

So far I have been lucky that any swaps I have signed up for, I have been able to fulfill my obligation. I would hope that would continue.

I am not into drama and will try to send stuff that I think my swap partner will enjoy - however if I miss the mark, well stuff happens! I am very easy going with what folks send me and just look forward to seeing how others respond to the different swaps!

Loves/Likes - My family, Being happy, Hearing kiddos laugh, Being with gal pals, Card making, Meeting new people, Love, love, love to read! The library is one of my favorite places!! The beach, Halloween, Christmas, Birthdays! Soccer, Taking pictures, Being able to help others, Being able to laugh at myself , A clean house (this is a dream of mine but I am a bit of a clutter bug, so...), Traveling, Vacations, Flowers, Learning new things,

Dislikes- Drama when it is not necessary, People that just need to get over themselves, Vacations that do not work out, Kids being disrespectful to their elders and each other, Car problems, Health issues, Feeling like someone has taken advantage of you or someone you care about, Housework! lol

Ratings - I am very good about trying to rate quickly, so if you sent me something and do not see a rating timely, please let me know! Either I did not get the item or it got mixed in with other stuff!! That does happen sometimes!

Swaps

I love all postcards - have a soft spot for vintage postcards but really have not met a postcard I didn't like! LOL!

I would love to receive some cute address labels and could exchange pcs for them! If you can help me out, please send me a pm!

Ratings

Sabitha rated for PH: List 5 Series - Life Lists #4 on Feb 19, 2025
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Comment: Thanks for the lovely PC! Your memories definitely sound unforgettable, thanks for sharing them. It makes me think of life as an adventure!
Response: Hi! Thank you for your sweet comment, rating, and heart! Yes, life is an adventure that we can either enjoy or let take us down - I go for the joy (most of the time!)! All the best! Hugs and Happy Swapping! ;)
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Comment: Thanks for the Lace Balconies PC! They look lovely but I've never been to New Orleans. I wouldn't dare visit during Mardi Gras either - I'm not a fan of big crowds or party atmosphere!
Response: Hi! Thank you for the sweet comment, rating, and heart! I don't think I could go to Mardi Gras, I am not a huge fan of big crowds, especially places I am not familiar with! If the weather isn't terrible, we may be going to the Mardi Gras Pet Parade on Sunday - I just love seeing folks pets in the parade and our furbaby loves watching everyone & getting lots of petting! LOL! All the best! Hugs and Happy Swapping! ;)
inoracam rated for AAHMPC: Put A Heart PC- Feb on Feb 18, 2025
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Comment: I love that you did something new for this swap! I have never played with alcohol inks but your postcard really makes me want to! Thank you so much for the lovely heart postcard! Happy swapping!
Response: Hi! Thank you so much for the lovely comment, rating, and heart! I do love playing with alcohol inks - most of mine are the handmade kind cuz I am too cheap to purchase the expensive ones! LOL! All the best! Hugs and Happy Swapping! ;)
oldsoul rated for AMA: January Scavenger Hunt PC on Feb 17, 2025
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Comment: Hi Vicky, and many thanks for the wonderful send. I love it. I actually was very happy to receive it in my new home. It was on the floor, waiting for me, as I came from work. It made me so very happy. And, a crafting meeting? What is than, and could I joing! What a wonderful idea for a get-together. Now I'm thinking, could I host one here. Take care, and hope we partner-up again.
Response: Hi! I am so glad you enjoyed the swap! The craft/scrapbooking event is through two Creative Memories Consultants and they have hosted this for years! It is a ton of work for them but I am so thankful they continue to do it! Thank you for your sweet comment, rating, and heart! All the best! Hugs and Happy Swapping! ;)
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Comment: Weve had very little snow this year
Response: Hi! Thank you for the comment and rating! We are supposed to get hit with some snow starting later today - I am so over winter and ready for spring! All the best! Hugs and Happy Swapping! ;)
e2java rated for CPG InCoWriMo 2025 PC Wk 3 - US on Feb 16, 2025
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Comment: Thank you for the PC. No, I don't write every day. I send text messages, DMs and email each day but writing is usually just for swaps.
Response: Hi! Thank you for the rating, comment, and heart! When I worked I emailed everyday but now I text more than I used to and sadly I really dislike talking on the phone! After over 30 yrs being in a call center does that to one! LOL! All the best! Hugs and Happy Swapping! ;)
heathka81 rated for TGIF Weekend Notecard #429 on Feb 15, 2025
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Comment: Thank you for a glimpse of your life. I'm with you about being over winter... I wish it'd pick a temperature and stay there though, this up and down stuff is nuts!!! Stay warm! Hugs
Response: Hi! Thank you for the rating, heart, and nice comment! I agree about pick a temp - this week below zero, next week in the 50's - crazy times! All the best! Hugs and Happy Swapping! ;)
ultracinematik rated for WIYM: VDAY POSTCARD - USA on Feb 15, 2025
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Comment: Thank you the v day PC. Hope you're enjoying your time in IN. Only 3/4 of the PC arrived - it was tortured by the USPS, poor thing.
Response: Hi! Thank you for the rating and comment - dang USPS for torturing the pc - sigh! I know their machines can be touchy at times - sigh! Hope you enjoyed your VDAY! All the best! Hugs and Happy Swapping! ;)
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Comment: Thank you for the great Route 66 postcard. And congratulations to your husband on his retirement!
Response: Hi! Thank you for your sweet comment, rating, and heart! I do love Route 66 pcs and hope to travel it at some point! The hubby is enjoying his retirement, not having to be out in the bad weather, unless he wants to! LOL! All the best! Hugs and Happy Swapping! ;)
phoebezoro rated for Send a postcard from your state on Feb 14, 2025
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Comment: Thank you for the card! Being from the city, my favorite vacation spots are the ones full of deer!
Response: Hi! Thank you for the sweet comment, rating, and heart! With living in a rural area, you would think I would get tired of seeing deer, but I just love them! LOL! All the best! Hugs and Happy Swapping! ;)
junemoon rated for PC with a Theme ~ Water on Feb 14, 2025
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Comment: Great water PC! Thanks. Best wishes for enjying life now that y our husband has retired. Sounds great,
Response: Hi June! Thank you for the sweet comment, rating, and heart! So far, so good on the hubby retirement! LOL! All the best! Hugs and Happy Swapping! ;)
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Comment: Thanks for sending these two postcards my way. I have had more luck with the Round Robin traveling postcards than with this swap.
Response: Hi! Thank you for your comment and rating! I hope things improve on these swaps for you! All the best! Hugs and Happy Swapping! ;)
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Comment: Lovely mountain card. Wishing you happy trails as you enjoy your travels.
Response: Hi! Thank you for your sweet comment, rating, and heart! We traveled to IN this weekend and it was tons of fun - looking forward to nicer weather though! LOL! All the best! Hugs and Happy Swapping! ;)
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Comment: Thanks for the lovely long letter, the beautiful handmade envelope, and the bookmark, Vicky! “How to Age Disgracefully” sounds awesome 💜
Response: Hi! Thank you for the sweet comment, rating, and heart! i hope you enjoy the book if you get a chance to read it - had me laughing at times! All the best! Hugs, Happy Reading, and Swapping! ;)
Jillemina rated for CPG Just a Note + Tuck In #67 - US on Feb 12, 2025
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Comment: Thank you so much for the chatty letter. I really enjoyed reading it. Congrats on the new grandbaby and retirement. I hope they both bring you great joy!
Response: Hi Jill! Always enjoy having you as my partner! Thank you for the sweet comment, rating, and heart! All the best! Hugs and Happy Swapping! ;)
Luvchickadees rated for PC with a Theme ~ State on Feb 12, 2025
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Comment: Cute Georgia postcard! Thank you!
Response: Hi! Thank you for the sweet comment, rating, and heart! All the best! Hugs and Happy Swapping! ;)
hazelwitch3 rated for SPCP: make a bird info card #6 on Feb 12, 2025
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Comment: Great bird information card and bird themed envelope! Here in England we have Golden Eagles but not bald eagles. I've been lucky enough to see the Golden Eagles a few times while up in Scotland -- but always from quite a distance.
Response: Hi Betty! I am so happy this mail got to you so quickly! Thank you for the sweet comment, rating, and heart! All the best! Hugs and Happy Swapping! ;)
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Comment: Hi Vicky, I loved the kitties you painted on the envelope and thank you for the mail themed stickers you enclosed - sounds like you went on a fun retreat!
Response: Hi Lou! I was getting worried about what was taking so long for this to get to you - but having said that, I am getting mail from early January, so... Thank you for the sweet comment, rating, and heart! All the best! Hugs and Happy Swapping! ;)
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Comment: Thank you! Happy Valentine’s Day!
Response: Hi! Thank you for your kind comment, rating, and heart! All the best! Hugs, Happy Valentine's Day and Happy Swapping! ;)
young46356 rated for WIYM: CREATE A POSTCARD #7 on Feb 11, 2025
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Comment: What a great postcard! Thank you. I can't wait to see robins in my yard again. Rich
Response: Hi Rich! I am so glad you enjoyed the pc - I love making pcs so this was a fun swap for me! It is snowing here, so those robins aren't visiting anytime soon - sigh! Thank you for the sweet comment, rating, and heart! All the Best and Happy Swapping! ;)

Rating Overview

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Comments

mchesser12 on Feb 8, 2025:

Thanks for adding to my Art Collab postcard that started in round 143.

lou on Jan 30, 2025:

Happy birthday month!!

stingrays on Jan 24, 2025:

budsHAPPY NATIONAL COMPLIMENT DAY!!

bowdiv

Reading through your profile, I couldn't help but sense what a wonderfully warm personality and joy for life you have! You seem like such a lovely person, and I'm genuinely amazed at your 5.0 rating over almost 6k swaps! It's clear you have such a passion for this hobby, and it's so sweet that you take the time to respond to your ratings.

I hope you have a wonderful National Compliment Day and that you get the chance to spread some positivity even outside of Swap-bot today! :-)

flowerdiv

ErinMA on Jan 24, 2025:

Thank you for the kind words! I'm starting to think I won't meet a postcard I won't like either - they all have something good about them! Happy swapping!

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wolfeagle on Dec 24, 2024:

HH

Happy Holidays!

UKrebel85 on Apr 14, 2024:

Hello, apologies for waiting until last day of the swap. Have been so busy with exams and revision. Here are my answers for LLU: Happy Library Week. Take care, Shel (UKrebel85)

1) The opening hours used to be very minimal but they have now got self check out machines so the library can be open even when it is not manned. It has made such a difference.

2) The staff are lovely, if the book you are looking for is not there they can order it from another library in our council area (our council covers 2,667 sq. miles – we are quite rural!) and it can be there within 2 weeks.

3) The kids section is lovely, comfy and safe so my daughter can sit there and look at books while I go and find something for myself.

4) Our view, our town is right next to the water and the library relocated to a new building that houses the gym and a hall where concerts etc, are held (I’m actually getting married in that hall which is right next to the library, maybe get some photos in there!) The library has windows everywhere, it is really light and airy as well.

5) There is always a jigsaw on the go near one of the big windows that you can do a wee bit of when you are in!

jay9 on Sep 28, 2023:

Hi Vicky's, i got a finished Art Collab postcard in today's mail. Thank you for your contribution 🙂it's a lovely card and mailbox surprise.

OrigamiGrace on Sep 8, 2023:

firdya

from CPG!

CraftyMommaonaBUDGET on Jun 21, 2023:

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