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vladdypatty

vladdypatty
Date Joined: November 6, 2009
Last Online: March 23, 2019
Birthday: November 16
Country: United States

Me...

My name is Patricia and I live in a small, conservative town in Nevada that I don't really fit into. I admit I haven't used Swap-bot in forever, but am looking forward to getting into it again. I love getting and sending mail the good old fashioned way...

As for me, I am 35 and live with my two cats. I am very close with my family - as in my parents and my sister. I am not married and hate children! Horrible, but true...

I am unable to work, due to the fact that I have a chronic mental illness, schizoaffective disorder. Lately, I have been feeling like I need to take some steps to make my life a little fuller, hence stuff like starting Swap-bot again.

Stuff...

It seems the thing to do on profiles is write about stuff you would like to get in swaps. I am actually pretty down with getting all sorts of stuff because I am interested in other people and what they find cool or interesting. Here are a few ideas, though...

Lip products (stains, gloss, etc)

Hair pins (I have short hair, so I mean like, bobby pins and such)

Jewelry (Sans earrings - I am allergic to practically all of them)

Hand lotion

Art of any kind (ATCs, writing you would like to share with me, etc - getting artsy things from people really rocks my socks)

Unique cards and postcards

Cool tape

Rubber stamps

Pens

Stickers

Notebooks

Stationary

Anything having to do with cats or goats! Or just animals in general, really!

Vintage photography

Picture Books/Old Magazines - whatever that can be used for collages

I guess something I can say about my other tastes is that I'm kinda dark. I mean, I have interests ranging from anomalies to serial killers to Victorian post mortem photography. If that sounds morbid... I like such things for what I consider "non-morbid" reasons. I just have some unusual interests and outlooks, I guess.

With that said, it's probably no surprise that I have an odd, dark sense of humor, too. Really, it is pretty much impossible to offend me, aside from obvious nastiness like racism and sexism, so feel free to send me weird stuff. Or not weird stuff. Surprise me.

The only request I have is to not be sent religious items. I am a hardcore atheist. Also, on a somewhat related note, I am very liberal. Other than that, I am pretty open.

Movies...

My all time favorite movie is Cries and Whispers. Some of my other favorites are Raging Bull, Freaks, Fargo, Happiness, Welcome to the Dollhouse, Palindromes, About Schmidt, No Country for Old Men, Bronson, Silence of the Lambs, Eye of God, The Comedy, Funny Games, My Own Private Idaho, Rushmore, Ordinary People, Palindromes, Small Apartments, Goodfellas, Bully, The Beaver, Mary and Max, Kalifornia, The Killing of a Sacred Deer, Through a Glass Darkly, Pulp Fiction, Taxi Driver, etc, etc... The list goes on.

I'm really into movies - they have the ability to rock my world more than any other art form - and I have seen TONS of them, but admit I am a self proclaimed "movie snob." I mean, I do tend to like weird and/or heavy movies, but I sometimes like some stupid stuff, like Nacho Libre and Walk Hard, so I am not a total movie snob. :)

As for actors, my favorite is Philip Seymour Hoffman. I also love Tom Hardy. Early DeNiro. Meryl Streep. Nicole Kidman. Naomi Watts. And many more...

Also, laugh if you want, I LOVE Nicolas Cage. My theory on him is that he is often terrible, but ALWAYS interesting.

As for directors, my favorite is Todd Solondz, followed byYorgos Lanthimos, who is a Greek filmmaker. I am also partial to Ingmar Bergman, among others.

Music...

Music is really important to me, too. I listen to a lot of different music, ranging from old blues from the 1930s to stuff like Alice in Chains to the super weird, like Wesley Willis.

A few of the musicians I am really into are Nicole Dollanganger, Babes In Toyland, L7, Casiotone for the Painfully Alone, Johnny Cash, Daniel Johnston, Anything Kathleen Hannah, Anything Katie Jane Garside, Soundgarden. 12 Rounds, Soul Coughing, PJ Harvey, Benjamin Clementine, CoCoRosie, Amanda Palmer, Bjork, The Muffs, Soap&Skin - again, on and on...

I listen to a really wide variety of things... And I like getting suggestions!

Books...

I often read little known, obscure authors - my favorite being Sam Pink. I just like the DIY ethic and the way a lot of it is written, in a sort of raw and informal way. This has led to me being a bit involved in zines, too. I tend to read weird books... But, I admit I really hate fantasy and sci-fi. Like, a lot. I always have plans to read more than actually comes to fruition, unfortunately...

TV...

I am not too much of a TV fan. But, there is stuff I like. I was disappointed Hannibal was canceled and I like some older stuff, such as The Shield and Carnivale. I also really loved Rectify and related to the main character more than I have to very few others.

Sooooo, however... I am also a sucker for The Golden Girls! I love it! I actually consider it a feminist anthem! Seriously! As a juxtaposition, I love true crime shows. I actually listen to true crime stuff to go to sleep!

Artists...

My favorite artist is Al Columbia. I also like Ralph Steadman, Edvard Munch, Vincent Van Gogh, Frita Kahlo, Francis Bacon (a different dude than the philosopher), etc...

And I am a big fan of David Firth cartoons, though not all of them. I gravitate more towards his stuff like Salad Fingers and his newer, more complicated works.

I sometimes do my own art, which I tend to ebb and flow with, in the sense of how often I do it. If I had to be all pretentious and label my art, it would probably classify as surrealism.

Etc, whatever...

I love snail mail and, again, I am glad to be joining swap-bot again. I know I haven't swapped in forever, but am 100% reliable. And feel free to contact me if you have any questions for me about a swap or any other such subjects. I do not bite.

Ratings

Leigh rated for bipolar swappers on Apr 19, 2010
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Comment: All I can say is WOW, Patricia. :o) Thank you for sharing your story.
catweazle rated for Indie Music Swap on Mar 22, 2010
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Comment: Hi Patricia, thanks a lot for the excellent CD! :) You made my day.
fancythat rated for Mix Tape Exchange on Mar 12, 2010
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Comment: Thank you! <3 Your mix has a definite Pulp Fiction vibe to it, it's brilliant :)
thelydia rated for Indie Music Swap on Mar 8, 2010
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Comment: Thanks a bunch for the great swap! It's not a creepy mix at all! The postcard is fab too.
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Comment: So I finally got around to listening to your CDs (I tend to listen to mixtapes at work, and Linux makes things difficult, so bleah) but I have discovered that your mixtapes are the best ones I've recieved yet! I pretty much want to hunt down every band on the Girls CD that I haven't already heard! Thank you so much!!! I have also decided that I'm going to at least try sticking photos and stuff the CD cases I send out. I love writing letters, but it is about time I put some visual care into them. I can't draw but photos are such a great idea! Now I just need to get a printer :P
diamondsapril rated for Cassette Tape Penpals on Feb 27, 2010
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Comment: I received the tape & all the great things in with it....I can't wait to hear the tape. Thanks sooo much...love all the "stuff" Pat
Response: i am glad to hear you like all the "stuff." :) i hope you enjoy the tape, too. it was fun to make, although i will admit it was a little difficult for me to talk about myself randomly for 45 minutes! ;) thanks, pat, and i hope all is well with you!
provadia rated for Indie Music Swap on Feb 25, 2010
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Comment: OoOoOo! Thank you so much Patricia! I love love loveeee Casiotone for the painfully alone & Why? So I'm sure I'll love it all! I'm putting them on my ipod tonight and I'll let you know what I think soon! ♥
Response: yes, casiotone and why? are totally awesome! i hope you enjoy the rest of the cd! :)
NyxFountain rated for Lonely Cd Mix :( on Feb 23, 2010
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Comment: The songs you chose are so emotional, and it fits the swap theme perfectly. Thank you :)
Response: since i have joined a lot of music swaps lately, it has come to my attention that most people would consider the music i listen to "depressing." but, i like the term "emotional" much better. ;) thanks and best wishes to you!
Nyxie rated for Write Me A Poem.... on Feb 18, 2010
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Comment: I loved this! Alice now lives on my wall :)
Response: i am glad to hear that you like the alice card so much that she now lives on your wall! :)
riceisright rated for Lonely Cd Mix :( on Feb 16, 2010
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Comment: I actually got the package on v-day so perfect timing. I love the stickers. I finally got the cd to work. I popped it right in when i opened the package and it kept skipping and dieing. Turned it over it looked scratched to hell and back. Turns out it was just glue or something. I got some cd cleaner and cleaned it up and now it works great. Oddly enough you used a bunch of the same songs I did.
Response: i am so sorry it skipped! i have been doing a lot of "crafty" things lately and apparently made a mess... again, i am really sorry about that. but, i am glad you got the cd to work and i hope you are enjoying it!
kawaiipunchjuicebox rated for Instant Replay Mix on Feb 4, 2010
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Comment: Thank you for the cd very eclectic mix of music :)
ccap rated for Instant Replay Mix on Feb 2, 2010
5
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Comment: Looking forward to a listen on my drive to work tomorrow
batttygirl rated for *Favorite Band, Favorite Songs* on Jan 19, 2010
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suepier rated for It Changed How I See Things on Jan 15, 2010
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Comment: Thank you so much for the wonderful papers for this swap. You really went indepth with this swap and went beyond the call of duty. I really enjoyed reading how these movies changed you. I loved your movie choices.
kennedynic rated for Seven Dirty Words Mix CD on Jan 13, 2010
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Comment: yay... thank you!! love the little booklet and the sweet little hearts :-)
AgentWoods rated for Seven Dirty Words Mix CD on Jan 13, 2010
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Comment: Thanks for the lovely curse words mix :D I see two songs I picked on my mix too-- thinking you must have good taste & looking forward to doing some aggresive listening :D
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Comment: oh patricia, i love, love, love the purse. i carried it today to the post office to hold all my packages and it was awesome! i love the floral flannel fabric, and my favorite color made it even more special. it's so cozy to feel and you did such a wonderful job making it. thanks so much for taking so much time to read my profile and make it so nicely. you're one in a million! they've got the same swap going again this coming month, i think i'm signing up again! a girl can never have too many bags!
Response: yay! i am glad you like the bag! :)
MiaYoung rated for *Favorite Band, Favorite Songs* on Jan 10, 2010
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Comment: Thanks for the CD (: the music was interesting ! the music isn't something that I'm used to, but i definitely did love some of the songs! great track listing ! thank you!
Response: i am so glad to hear you liked some of the songs. :) thank you!
Rollerwriter rated for Movie quote postcard on Jan 7, 2010
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Comment: Thank you from both Margaret and I.
Rhinoa rated for It Changed How I See Things on Jan 7, 2010
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Comment: Thanks for the lovely letter with things that changed how you see things. I am going to read it properly this evening. I haven't seen or read any of the books/films so will check them out. I kept meaing to see Lars and the Real Girl in particular.
Response: thanks, i hope you enjoy the extra long list i wrote! ;) i also hope you enjoy lars and the real girl when you do get a chance to watch it.

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Comments

TheLambdaCalculus on Mar 11, 2010:

Also: Twin Peaks (and David Lynch in general) is the greatest!

kellyrien on Feb 22, 2010:

It's no big deal. I understand being under the weather. I've been having the most health issues this year that I have ever had. Glad you enjoyed the mix!

kellyrien on Feb 22, 2010:

I was wondering if you received the instant replay mix? I actually sent it out on time. ;) Let me know if you didn't receive it and I can resend! Hope all is well!

intothespring on Jan 12, 2010:

Hey there!

I wanted to make sure you got my 7 Dirty Words CD... I noticed you hadn't rated me yet and I thought it'd be a nice idea to check in. No rush to rate me if you got it, I just wanted you to know that you should have received it by now! Let me know if you have any questions!

-Cheyenne

Nettie on Dec 8, 2009:

You'd make a great pen pal! hug

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