Comment: Hi Valerie! Thank you for your list! You've put a lot of thought and effort into these descriptions. I love it. I'm going to listen to Siracusa next. Thank you!

Comment: This was such a wonderful swap. I cat wait to use it all. Thank you!

Comment: Where do I begin? The envelope- adorable....The V notecard- so cute! The vintage Christmas stamps--- I actually squealed out loud when I opened them! And I love, LOVE the printout. Already framed it and put it up in my office. This was some major happiness you sent me, thank you so much. I really enjoyed reading your note as well. The quote you put on there- Happiness is not out there, it's in you, I am going to be thinking on that for a while. Thank you again so much!

Comment: What an awesome addition to my collection! Thank you for such amazing thoughtfulness and care to this package!

Comment: Valerie, so fancy and fun! Your inside folder is a wonder, stuffed with such goodness and care. I love your newsy letters and I am sure that you noticed we have a similar side to our humor. This is a swap to remember and I am so happy that you joined up. hugs!

Comment: Thank you so much for the fabulous pouch! I love everything, plus the extras! Also, Sam thanks you for the hot cocoa :-). Hope we can swap again soon!

Comment: Valerie, thank you for everything- this entire month. It was wonderful to see you in my mailbox and hope to continue to see you. I will be writing back soon!

Comment: Love your pocket letter with the "goodies" and the personal letter thank you :)

Comment: I love the corduroy owls and the woodsy buttons. I'm a bit obsessed with feathers, so the ribbon is a great choice. And I enjoyed your newsy letter and the envie full of goodies. Thank you for a great swap!

Comment: Happy Halloween Valerie! Thank you for all the fun Halloweenie items! Great Mail Day!

Comment: WOW girl - thank you so much. Awesome bottle - it looks amazing with my Halloween Decorations. Love everything and will get a letter out to you next week. Happy Halloween, darla

Comment: Thank you so much for such an awesome swap, wish I could give you more than one heart just for all the special time and effort you put into it!

Comment: love it! We have more in common than you thin k - I work better under pressure so many of my swaps are last minute!

Comment: Very nice! Thanks for the nice letter. So many times, swappers don't take the time to do this. I love a nice letter. Also for everything else, much appreciated.

Comment: I will write soon.

Comment: Valerie, that you so much for your wonderful letter and extras. The road trip through New England made me long to go back up North where I lived for over 60+ years. I wish I had known you were going because I could have told you some wonderful places to go. Did you see the mansions at Newport,RI? What was the name of the small town you stopped in CT? I am happy you got to the beautiful Berkshire but I wish you could have seen it in the fall. We were lucky with the hurricane. I seemed to go around us. Just some small limbs and branches and lots of leaves to pick up. Minor, thank goodness. Shirley

Comment: Thank you for the sweet letter and for the extras! I am not a college football fan but my sister went to UofM and I have many friends that went there as well! Still waiting for the coolier weather to get here!

Comment: Thank you for the lovely letter and fun stuff of RED items! I will find many uses for them:)

Comment: Hi Valerie Wow thank you for the cookbooks I I love them And the nice letter and the little goodies in the envelope Spicemom

Comment: Thank you for your lovely card from your travels and for your account of the trip!

Comment: It's always a pleasure to get a swap from you. I do have a Paper Source near me. I haven't been there in a while. The last time I was there I bought a few rubber stamps. It sounds like I need to check out their washi. I get most of my washi on Etsy. I definitely have an addiction to the stuff :) It's finally starting to cool off here in the evenings and I love it! I'm looking forward to the leaves turning. It shouldn't be long now. Yes, my pumpkin obsession is in full swing right now too lol. Dunkin Donuts has a pumpkin macchiato that is amazing. I haven't decorated for Fall yet. I agree that it's too early. It sounds like you had a wonderful trip, and I'm glad you got home safely. Thank you so much for the pretty washi and goodies 💜 I really enjoy reading your letters.

Comment: What a wonderful box full of Halloween treats and treasures! LOL no one in my family has ever worn a store bought costume for Halloween either. Thanks so much for being so thoughtful! ♥♥♥♥♥

Comment: Thanks for the pretty card! The farm to table dinner sounds awesome. I hope you had a safe trip home.

Comment: I love this post card Valerie,thanks for so much information!

Comment: Thank you so much! I would like to give you ten stars, if it would be possible! ;)

Comment: Received on Aug 26. I've definitely been there. Went on vacation with my father.

Comment: I love the format of this letter! Very unique! Thanks for the extras too!

Comment: Wow! Two letters, how lucky am I? I LOVE what you made for me. I love everything the most, but the hedgehogs made giggle - they're just so cute! Your trip to Canada sounds like a blast; I'd love to go camping on an island. It would be great to be next door neighbors, we could sing "Si and Gar" songs together. Thanks again for the cuteness, hope we're swapping partners again.

Comment: Thank you so much for the great WHAT THE HECK postcard that you sent me!! I laughed when I first saw it! It definitely made me say "What the heck?"! LOL

Comment: Hi Valerie...oh my I was in heaven opening up the envie you sent. First the envie itself was so perfectly beautiful, then the letter...get out! the letter was awesome, and then the goodies you sent. The tag was just lovely so creative and inspirational. I couldn't believe it. It was one of the most incredible swaps I have ever received. You made me feel very happy. Thank you so much for your consideration. I wish I could give you many more hearts. Happy blissful summer swapping, you rock! :)xx

Comment: Wow......amazing icicle doll......amazing package. Loved everything about it. Especially the letter. Thank you so much.

Comment: What an AWESOME swap of wonderful happymail and then some. I loved your letter booklet and the added items you included - very sweet of you. I can't believe we live close and have SO many other things in common. I'll being sending you a follow-up PM to touch base. Have a great day. Take care, Annette

Comment: Loved the Mini!!!! Thank you!!

Comment: spoiler, loved the package of goodies and the message. Thank you!

Comment: I love how you put the fill-inns in a flip book! It was fun to read your answers. Thanks for the heart warming happy mail and the fall colored washi tape samples! Even the stamps are fun.

Comment: Hi Valerie :-) Thank you for such an interesting and well written inventory of your day and activities. And yours was done so concisely while still being completely thorough. This was the first time I joined a swap that wasn't art related, and mine wound up being 3 pages, though I did use bigger type out of habit. I know so many people who are older like me but can't see smaller type like I can. I am extremely near sighted. And thanks also for your letter. It was just as informative about you, if not more so. I plan to write you back because there's a lot to say but better not here because this is just supposed to be a rating LOL Thanks for extra items too :-)

Comment: Thank you! Loved your letter! Don't go too wild on holiday crafting......said no crafter...ever:) I'm right there with ya!

Comment: Thank you for all the wonderful goodies! It was a treasure hunt going through the envelope. I love it. I've only been in Chicago to catch a connecting flight. I would love to visit and explore the city. It's been very hot and humid here in Indy. If I had my way, it would be 70 degrees year round lol. We aren't going anywhere this Summer because we went to Florida in January. The weather was amazing and we had such a good time. Enjoy the rest of the Summer 😸💜

Comment: Hi Valerie, Thank you for the cool Millennium Park - Chicago post card. And just write when you have time - I know how it is. Hope it cools off soon, darla

Comment: Oh my gosh, Valerie, this was such a joy to receive! I love all the adorably, Halloweeny ephemera, and the fabric is spectacular. I loved the format of your charming letter too. I may have to steal that idea! Oh... and we have about half a dozen sewing machines, but none that we love so much as the 1950s Singer my husband found at a thrift store. Works like a dream, plus it doubles as a gorgeous conversation piece. So elegant. Anyway, thank you for all the extra effort you put into this swap! :)

Comment: Thank you for the lovely note card and extras. Hope all is well with you. Take care

Comment: Oh, girl you made me laugh at your note and the dust bunnies!! Everyone should get junk from your drawers---whoops---you know what I mean...lol! Thanks for a great selection of junk and for making me smile at the end of a really crappy day!

Comment: Hi Valerie! Always great to swap with a fellow IL gal! LOL! Love the pc and stamps - I have only been to one postage stamp show but now that I have been, I am ready to go again! LOL! Do you have many near you? We only have the one that I am aware of! Your sewing retreat sounds like a good time (if you sew) and I think getting away is always a good thing! Thanks for the great share and for joining the swap! Hugs and Happy Swapping! ;)

Comment: Sorry for the late rating, I was not well at the time. I do still have your card because I keep all my Halloween cards ever. Thank you so much for the card, and once again I apologize for rating late. Hope your Halloween this year is spooktacular!!

Comment: Valerie ~ I am speechless.....another fantastic swap! I absolute adore my bottle you made me, it is just gorgeous! I love the note that goes with it. It is truly special. And that song is so beautiful! The extras are wonderful! I can not thank you enough for everything! Thank you so much! XO Kelly :)

Comment: What a great little package of Iowa goodness! Thank you so much. I loved reading your letter too - the taco trip sounds like so much fun!! - oops! I forgot your star! I noticed when I read your response.

Comment: Thank you Valerie! YES It does not take much to make someone's day!! :) I love your acts of kindness, I too, tip a little more than they might be expecting..waiting tables is a big pain in the butt! They deserve a little smile for the grief they put up with!! Hugs! Gabi

Comment: Got your package and it is absolutely perfect!!

Comment: Thank you for the lovely PC, I've never considered vacationing in Washington, but it sounds like a fun idea! Thanks 😊

Comment: Valerie ~ thank you so very much for the awesome envie filled with the most wonderful things! I love everything so much! You are too kind! Thank you, thank you, thank you!! XO Kelly

Comment: What a fun package you sent, and I appreciated the letter you included! Thank you for the fun gift card - and the clever way of presenting it :) I like the little notepad too. And I am also longing for the beach! Thanks for a fun swap!

Comment: Thank you

Comment: Great stamps and a fun note thank you!

Comment: Thanks so much for everything you sent to me. I'll try to write a letter to you sometime.

Comment: Thank you so much for the wonderful purple package. I too like the flower print but I've always called them CONE flowers. I have lots in the back yard and they're starting to blossom now. I love the little kitty buttons so much. They're so cute. Thanks again.

Comment: Simply. The. Best. Ever! I adore this bag and the goodies and wow-the letter! While we do have a pool, I need to get invited to a pool party so I can show this off to everyone! Wow - just holy cow wow! I also am a huge Pioneer Woman geek so I'm going to sip my beverages in style this summer. I could go on and on here, but instead I'm going to drop a letter to you. Thank you so much!!!!! re: Orlando - we went to the memorial last Saturday. There just aren't words for that kind of sadness.

Comment: Thanks so much, Valerie, for all the care you put into preparing this swap. Love the ee and the goodies! Take care! - Rhonda

Comment: Valerie, great postcard! Thank you, Shirley

Comment: Thanks Valerie!

Comment: Thank You for a Super Fabulous package. Am sending you a PM.

Comment: YOWZA Batgirl!!!! This bag is beyond FABULOUS!!!!!❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️ And I like the inside so much I've already turned it inside out. Who knew they made newsprint fabric or numbers on fabric!?!? Not this little blonde paper crafter. I can't stop fondling it and admiring it. True love going on here.💕💕💕💕 The notecards and envelopes, the tiny rubber stamp...it's simply too much. I feel so very blessed. A simple thank you just won't do, so expect mail in return. And lest you think I didn't spot that 14 with the red stitching around it, think again. You're simply the BEST!!

Comment: Thanks for the super-unique Radon card. I found out my parents actually have a detector! Sorry for the delay and the "accused" has been advised not to take my mail. LOL. Take care.

Comment: Thanks for the Chicago postcard. Beautiful bluebird...I like how you used it to list the things in your life that make you happy. Can't say that cooking would be at the top of my list :)

Comment: Happy 1 Year Swap-bot Anniversary! And thank you so much for such an AWEAOME and SPECIAL package! There are so many things that I live that I do t even know where to begin! The best thing g tho, is that you packaged all the goodies in an AMAZING flipbook!!! I've been wanting to do one of those for a swap, now I think I'll have to! Such a WONDERFUL swap deserves more than one 5 and one heart! ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

Comment: soo sorry for late rating. I had it last week and I was busy because of my exams.. Buut I love it very much also thank you for extras!

Comment: Thank you for the great card and note. I was stressed when your postcard arrived and it was so very calming.

Comment: I love the card and the washi tape! 50 degrees sounds nice! It was 90 here yesterday ( warm for May!) but today it's back to the 70s.

Comment: Wow - this swap really made my day! I love it love the flip book and address labels. You're very talented with the paper!! I will be writing to you very soon! Thanks so much!!

Comment: Thank you for the beautiful tote bag and the lovely letter

Comment: Wow! What a beautiful package! I could go on and on about how pretty and special your package was, but I think I'll just go home and try to make some myself. So many little pockets and treasures!!

Comment: Lovely postcard and stamps! Thanks so much.

Comment: Many thanks for sharing this beautiful card with me. I love birds, but it's hard to tell what my favorite animal is. There are so many amazing animals on the planet :-) Thanks too for the beautiful stamps. I hope you'll have a great weekend!

Comment: The pink gingham washi tape caught my eye! Thanks for sharing your entry and kind words of our group!

Comment: Hi Valerie Thank you i love it and portillo"s I love that place i wish i can give u more hearts Spicemom

Comment: Thanks for another fun swap! I like how you drew the flowers, great job :)

Comment: Thank you for playing. It came in a box which didn't exactly fit the rules, but I will still give you a five because it could not have been sent without the box. UPDATE: Oh Goodness, those are GOOD. Thanks again.

Comment: What a wonderful package! Thanks so much :) Loved everything you included and the way you packaged it.

Comment: Hi Valerie thank u i love the bag and gift card i sure love that store and love there sweets and the clip board notes and we live very close my son goes to hersey high school.

Comment: Best snail mail package I've gotten in years!!!! So beautiful and great attention to detail! You spoiled me!!! I would love to be pen pals! I will send a reply as soon as I can!

Comment: Thanks for all the many 'tiny' pieces of ephemera:)

Comment: well hello again! Thanks so much for the yummy looking PC!

Comment: Thanks so much for the cute card! The Renegade Craft Fair sounds like a blast. Those pouches are indeed adorable. =)

Comment: Thank you for the cookbooks, oven mitt, and nice letter. The Kitchens of Wynstone book looks like it has some interesting recipes and some new goodies for me to try. Love this swap!

Comment: What a great fun package this was. The little basket is so cute. Will enjoy the tea and use everything. Thank you.

Comment: Thanks, always great to hear about other women's days!

Comment: If I could, I'd rate you with a 10 and several hearts!! What a delightful swap partner you are...I loved everything! And YES, I'd really enjoy getting to know you more through our mailboxes. I'll be sending something real soon. Thanks!!

Comment: Lovely, lovely. How did you manage to put my name on front page? Thank you

Comment: What wonderfully fun goodies you chose to send! Thank you so very much for joining and for sharing your week of crap and extras! I really hope to swap more with you soon!

Comment: Thank you for the great card! I love the picture, I'll have to check out the artist :)

Comment: I can't thank you enough for the fabulous package you put together for me! I love all of the notecards and extras you included. You went above and beyond!

Comment: Thank you so much Valerie for the wonderful whimsy pocket and the goodies. Sure I can write you, that would be awesome. take care, darla

Comment: Thank you for your handmade card. The small envelope inside was very cute. Also, appreciate the washi samples. Yep, had to dig myself out of the blizzard- what a pain indeed! Take care. 😄

Comment: Well hello again Valerie! Thanks so much for all these cool bits, they will get good use in my art journal!

Comment: Thanks for the great postcard of Toronto! I haven't been there, but many friends say it's a fun city. I go to Chicago every December for a work meeting and always love being downtown for a few days.

Comment: Hi Valerie! I love your Happy Mail ltr to me and wish I could give you several hearts! Such goodies and loved your visit! Thanks for making this snowy day a good one! Hope you are staying warm! Hugs and Happy Swapping! ;)

Comment: I love the package! The fabric is super cute. Thanks for the sweet letter and all the extra goodies! My in laws are in Chicago. I try to avoid visiting them this time of year just because of the weather. I'm a wuss about the cold!

Comment: Thanks so much for resending. I enjoyed reading about your day!! Happy New Year!

Comment: Happy New Year! Thanks for the happy postcard!

Comment: Valerie, Thank you SO much for such a lovely swap! I really enjoyed reading your letter and loved all the tucks ins. I absolutely love Trader Joes but we do not have one in this area. If you have any other retailers in mind I could send you those bags. Thank you so much!!!

Comment: Valarie, thank you so much for everything. I hope you had a wonderful Thanksgiving. I went o family up in MA and had a great time. Shirley

Comment: hi Valerie, thank you for such lovely postcard! I love stationery, stickers, Washi and pen palming as well :-) if you're interested in swapping or penpaling message me!

Comment: Ohmigosh! What a generous swap! Loved the washi you used on the sticker pack -- and all of the extras, Thank you!

Comment: H Valerie! Thank you so much for the awesome package. I really like the bright purple and oranges you chose, and I think you trod the not-too-Halloweeny line nicely. My favorite items are the sparkly purple ribbon, and the fact that you included a tote tutorial. I did make some clothes for my daughter's doll! I made a fleece bathrobe and a dress, and then I got a new job and find myself with not much time to sew anything. I have also made a clutch and a zippered makeup pouch (for humans, not dolls), and I enjoy those smaller projects. I agree with you about the AG patterns. I tried crocheting Barbie clothes, and that was too tiny. The bigger dolls are much easier to make things for. I do still have my hens! We have 8 hens and a rooster currently. Before we got them I spoke with the town zoning people and was told that as long as the neighbors don't complain, we could have a cow. Yay! Not that I have space for a cow, but it's good to have the rules on my side. Have a happy thanksgiving and thanks again!

Comment: Thank you for the lovely postcard for my collection :)

Comment: Valerie, you have outdone yourself again! A lovely swap! Thank you so much! Hope you have a great rest of the week!

Comment: I loved the cottage card! It is going on my post card wall - thank you!!!

Comment: thank you so much for your creative postcard! I also loved making these paint blots, I made quite a few too

Comment: Thank you for the great recipes. I really enjoyed them and will try them out soon. Thanks for the extra recipe cards.

Comment: thank you for the great card and goodies....and at one time i hung around with 2 other valeries...that was fun.

Comment: I got your postcard tonight when I got home...and loved it. I loved the glittery lettering on the front but more than anything, I loved your voice. Your prose. Thank you for such a beautifully written swap! xo

Comment: Thank you for the nice postcard and lovely note.

Comment: Valerie you're THE BEST! Thanks SO MUCH for the wonderul package celebrating our very cute friend Ernie. I wish I could give you 10 stars for the awesome package you sent to me. Thanks so much and happy swapping!

Comment: Valerie, great swap! Thanks for all the care & thought you put into this one! Have a great weekend!

Comment: Harper is on of my favorite artists! I love the card and the adorable little bird drawing! Thank you!

Comment: I would give you about 50 hearts if I could - seriously, the level of work you put into this is impressive and uplifting. Good choices AND everything wrapped up like little presents, I love it! I LOVE IT. And I have a story about the mice... *we made those mice* a couple years ago. Left a tray of them on the dining room table. Left the room for half an hour. Came back and one of the cats had knocked two of them onto the floor and was busy pulverizing them. A third one lay broken on the chair. (good job, Bazi, thanks for staying vigilant)

Comment: I loved how you did this whole swap Valerie - thank you so much!! ♥♥♥

Comment: Great ATC! And thank you for the Halloween extras:)

Comment: Thank you for the bat card. I remember doing something similar. Very sparkly!

Comment: Beautiful card :) Thank you. No we don't celebrate Halloween.

Comment: Thank you for the beautiful view of Toronto! Yes, I've been to Toronto and Niagara Falls (both sides).

Comment: Thanks for the awesome swap! :-) I've never had Leon's. I just moved here in February. I'll definitely be trying the recipes you shared!

Comment: Thanks for the nice card. I went to Niagara Falls a couple of times. The last time in 2005 with hubby. That time we drove thru Toronto & Quebec. Beautiful country Ann

Comment: What a cute Haloween card! I may have to recycle the front in an upcoming pocket letter. And thanks for all the goodies you sent! I especially love the return address labels. Thank you.

Comment: Thank you for the wonderful card!

Comment: Love the card and goodies inside!:) Thanks!

Comment: OMG!! I went nuts when I saw your fantastic creative work!! Like a kid sorting out all her Halloween candy on the kitchen table..Lucky me!! Thank you Valerie

Comment: ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤ Unbelievable swap...thank you so much❤❤❤❤❤ I absolutely love everything you sent, from the mini charm pack to all the owl goodies. Makes me feel like a kid at Christmas! I hope to be able to send to you sometime soon. :-)

Comment: What a lovely package that arrived in my mailbox this week! What a surprise to first see the picture of Cannon Beach (I had to recheck your address label to see if you lived here.) What fun for you to get to come through Oregon and get to our beautiful coast! I loved how you created 3 beautifully & differently designed envelopes. The presentation was great too! You included tapes & wrote a nice letter - What more could a gal ask for in a swap partner?! I think I shall write you back and answer your questions to be about Oregon. :)

Comment: If I could grant you a plethora of hearts, I certainly would! This is one of the best swaps I've EVER received, and has reaffirmed by faith in swappers here on Swapbot. Thank you for everything. <3

Comment: Thank you for your lovely card from the windy city. I have never been to your state. When I think of Chicago...I think OPRAH! Which I am sure a lot of folk do. But then there are the Blackhawks...Stanley Cup Champions which one of our hometown local Island boys Brad Richards plays on. Thanks again!

Comment: Thank you very much for your card ;-)

Comment: Happy September :) Thanks for your card

Comment: Loved it thank you!

Comment: Your package just made my day! This was pure joy to open. you really took time to package everything so nicely. A lovely note; washi tape; address labels; a cute little notebook (did you make that?) ..and funny enough, my kiddos just started kindergarten this week. I was a little emotional and have been reaching for the pocket tissues. How did you know to send those? Thank you so so much! I needed this little surprise today!

Comment: Thanks Valerie! I love it! I've had a Canadian pen pal for about 5 years , but I've not gotten a Canada flag PC. Glad you had a good trip.

Comment: I love it! I love the address labels, the little booklets, the sparkle shaker... Thank you for the endless goodies and effort you put it! I really love it!!

Comment: Wow. It's hard to find the words to thank you for this package... generous? amazing? well thought out and beautifully prepared? It's all of those. What a great variety of inspiring ephemera! Your folder was very clever and your personal touches are so appreciated. Thank you, thank you so much!

Comment: What a great pocket letter swap! Thank you for so many fun things to create with!! What a lovely letter too. I would love to swap with you again,

Comment: Thank you for the fun postcard and your fun facts about yourself.

Comment: Thank you so much for the amazing pocket letter! It really shows that you put a lot of thought into it. I especially love the little banner you made :)

 

Comment: I loved loved my items!! Thank you so much for the extra time spent on them! Thank you so so much for the extras as well!!

Comment: Thank you for the nice card and 'note'!

Comment: Ah, what a wonderful postcard you made! Put a huge smile on my face, thank you so much. And I agree, it's definitely more fun outside the lines! Have an excellent day :D

Comment: WOW! Thank you so much for EVERYTHING. Very thoughtful of you. I love everything but the Hedgehog earrings are ADORABLE! 1 billion hearts for you. :-)

Comment: Thank you so much for the lovely postcard :) It is also summer and it's hot and muggy. And you just got back from Las Vegas! I am sooooo jealous of you. Anyway, I wish you have a happy August too :D (Btw, your handwriting is very neat and cute )

Comment: Hi Valerie!! Thanks soo much for your swap. I absolutely LOVED everything you sent me plus EXTRAS which was very very thoughtful of you. I soo LOVED the Owl Notebook. That is going to be my new phone book lol. I also love the deco tape too. Thanks again so much for everything. =)

Comment: Valerie, I love the postcard and the creative colorful message :) Thanks for joining.

Comment: I love this Diary ~ and your note will be added in ~ I so appreciate the struggle! Rest assured, you did awesome!

Comment: VEGAS!

Comment: What an awesome package!!! I love all the note cards but I think my favorite is the one with the bird! Or the teacup one! LOL! Who am I kidding, I can't choose with such an awesome selection!!! And all the extra goodies! I love English Breakfast tea. I haven't tried the Prince of Wales tea or the Constant Comment tea. Can't wait to give them a whirl!!! I love the Washi tape samples. I have a bit of an addiction to washi tape. ;) And the little note pad is too cute! I don't always have good luck at the target dollar spot, but I do try! Awesome fun mail to open! Thank you so much! I wish I could give you a hundred hearts!!!

Comment: This was your first ATC? I would not have known if you did not tell me. It's fabulous! Keep up the good work. I love owls. Thanks for the extra papers for me to use in future projects too.

Comment: Valerie, There needs to be an option to add more than just one heart - I'd add a gillion more for you if I could - you went so far and beyond on this swap and I feel so special receiving it! It was as if it was my birthday! Thank you so very much!!!

Comment: Thank you so much for the beautiful card! I love it. Hmmm about the lie... This is hard. I have no idea... I'll say 3. Your husband is 18 months younger.

Comment: Extra Hearts -- great pocket letter, so many nice details. AND... I do have to exclaim over the wisteria/tea cups Tea card ... if that isn't me! I love that card. Never seen a card like that w/ the special tea pocket! Really appreciate you creating such a special pocket letter for me! Thank you!

Comment: Thank you for the tote bag and surprises. I loved everything you sent me. If I ever make it to a Trader's Joe I will pick up a tote bag for you.

Comment: Loved the card and loved the quote. That is very good advice.

Comment: After I read your wonderful letter,I sad to myself that I hope our paths again and at the bottom of the mail stack there sat you oceany PC. I like you fathers saying and I love the ocean so this card is a keeper. Thanks again

Comment: loved your letter and postcard. Ive never visited chicago but i know a few people who have. Thank you for me about the popular and fun areas. Charlottesville is still the same. except they have widened some of the roads.The university has expanded and there are at least three new larger hotels.

 

Comment: Love the personal touch with the metro tickets! Such a neat piece of happy mail

Comment: Hi Valerie! Thanks for the great Chicago pc! Yes, we do live at opposite ends of the state - yikes!! LOL! I haven't been to Chicago for several years - I think since I live near St. Louis, when we get away I would rather stay away from large cities (trust me Chicago is way larger than St. Louis, but...) plus I love the beach, so FL is my go to place!! LOL! So glad you are having fun there when you get to go though! Hugs and Happy Swapping! ;)

Comment: Your pocket letter is awesome - you did such a great job! Thank you so much for all of the beautiful pockets!!!

Comment: Thanks so much, Valerie, for your reviews - Kondo's is especially intriguing. I like the way you did them as old-fashioned book reports on lined paper. Very clever.

Comment: Thank you, I love all the decorative goodies you sent and cannot wait to use them!

Comment: Thanks for letting me know how to fill out these kinds of pages.

Comment: Thank you for sending 2 book reviews, they were nicely done and sound very interesting :) also thank you for the little extra notes I loved them :)

Comment: Thank you, I love the bird postcard! I don't remember how I got interested in platypuses. I just have been intrigued by them for as long as I can remember! They are my favorite animals for sure. Oh, yes, it has been roasting hot here. 110 degrees plus the past two weeks! :( I have lived here all my life. You would think I would be used to it, but nope. I never get used to it. But I LOVE the winters and spring. Have a great day!

Comment: Thanks. Sorry for the late rating.

 

Comment: Thank you for the lovely pocket letter! It's my first one! You live in one of my favorite areas! I used to live in Southern Wisconsin but I'm a Southern California girl all the way now!!!

Comment: Thank you so much for a lovely package. there was so much great stuff in there. I love everything. The bee washi tape, the postcard of wrigley field, all of the notecards, the post-a-notes etc. thank you again.

Comment: I absolutely loved this swap from you, and all the wonderful cards. Thank you!! :)

Comment: Thank you for all the stuff. Did you enjoy your stay at Firekeepers? I live about 5 miles from Firekeepers

Comment: Thanks for the great postcard!! Nice to get to know you. Welcome. : )