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cobaltgypsy

cobaltgypsy
Date Joined: October 3, 2007
Last Online: March 10, 2024
Birthday: October 15, 1968
Country: United States

life

UPDATED AUGUST 6, 2016~~~~~~~~~~ I've moved to a lonely little house out in the country, in a place called White Heath, Illinois. Message me if you want my address. Not swapping much these days.

I have been diagnosed with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder and Depression as a result of finding my father after he shot himself May 11, 2012. I am currently taking Prozac and Ambien (for the nightmares I have)and Xanax for anxiety. I have moments of panic at certain sounds or sights and start sweating and shaking all over. My psychiatrist says it could be years before the symptoms go away. I'm sharing this because it could affect my ability to swap.

I would like to ask that you PLEASE DO NOT send me anything with images of guns or blood or death on it until further notice. Thank you for understanding.


Tags and Angels

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CURRENT FLAKERS

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I got to be on the Swap-bot blog on Feb. 25th, 2010! ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

if I am fancy free and I love to wander, it's just the gypsy in my soul...

...I'm a gypsy... are you coming with me?

Favorite Crafts

ATCs!

I would like to ask that you PLEASE DO NOT send me anything with images of guns or blood or death on it until further notice. Thank you for understanding.

I store my ATCs in binders with 9 pocket pages, so please keep this in mind when making cards for me. I like to keep all my cards stored safely, but if they are really embellished, or have things hanging off the sides, then I am unable to store them properly. Thanks for your consideration. APCs, candlemaking, crocheting, counted cross-stitch, drawing, embroidery, needlepoint, origami (a little), painting, sewing, soap making, miniatures and dollhouses.

JUST A NOTE ABOUT SMOKING ISSUES: I don't smoke, so if you are a smoker, please drop me a pm before you send so that I can be sure to air the item well before bringing it into the house. Thanks for your co-operation! :)

I would like to ask that you PLEASE DO NOT send me anything with images of guns or blood or death on it until further notice. Thank you for understanding.

Favorite Books

Cozy mysteries (think Agatha Christie, P.D. James and Elizabeth George), gothic mysteries (think LeFanu), true crime (think Anne Rule), craft books of all sorts, Alice in Wonderland, pagan books, books set in India (like Slumdog Millionaire and The Death of Vishnu) , Feminist ethnographies . .

Favorite Music

Anything but Gwar or twangy country. I was an original punker in the 80's who jumped from disco to headbanging to New Wave to oldies to hippie to folk.

Stevie Nicks is my all-time favourite anything. I also love the Ramones, XTC, Adele, the White Stripes, Uh Huh Her, Hoover's Oover, Billy Idol, Adam Ant, Sex Pistols, OMD, Cruxshadows, Billie Holliday, Dixie Chicks, Sara Bareilles, Led Zeppelin, the Doors, Janis Joplin, Lisa Loeb, Pink, Lady Gaga, the Donnas, the Mydols, Lez Zeppelin, U2, Judas Priest, Scorpions, Iron Maiden, Billy Squier, Quiet Riot, Ratt, Europe, Warrant, Motley Crue, Tesla, Little Sister, the Who, Jimi Hendrix, She-Daisy, Voodoo Glow Skulls, Squirrelnut Zippers, AC/DC, Aerosmith, REO Speedwagon, Pete Yorn, Patti Smith, Sonic Youth, Pete Seeger, Journey, the Distillers, Beastie Boys, the Monkees, ABBA, Tori Amos, Sarah MacLachlan, Eryka Badu, Steeleye Span, Santana, Tina Hinohisa, Colbie Callait, Corrinne Bailey Rae, Randy Travis, Stray Cats, Dio, Ozzy Ozbourne, Black Sabbath, Rainbow...

okay, you get the picture.

Colour My World

  • all time favourite colour: Lemon Yellow

  • 2nd fave: cobalt blue

  • 3rd fave: classic rustic orange (think 70's)

About Me

I have 4 cats and one very old deaf and going blind dog. I have a grown son and daughter. And on February 6th, 2016, I became Granny Gypsy to a beautiful grandson named Jesse.

I would like to ask that you PLEASE DO NOT send me anything with images of guns or blood or death on it until further notice. Thank you for understanding.

Religion

My family should have known all along...

Me at age 4.

I am an ordained Wiccan minister. I have been a Wiccan (pagan) since 1983..

I also believe that Jesus Christ was a real man who believed that it was his duty to protect humankind from evil.

I am not a Christian.

I am not a satanist.

I do follow teachings of the Buddha, as well as many Native American shamans.

I am a Wiccabuddhist EcoChristopagan with Shamanic tendencies.

I believe that we should all respect one another's differences, as well as respect one another.

I believe that we should love one another, and help one another as we are able.

Foodie and allergies

ALLERGIES

  • ginger

  • wool

  • angora

  • jute twine

  • ecchanacia

JUST A NOTE ABOUT SMOKING ISSUES: I am not a smoker, so if you are a smoker, please drop me a pm before you send so that I can be sure to air the item well before bringing it into the house. Thanks for your co-operation! :)

this is one of my favourite teapots I own

I drink tea (any flavour BUT peach, ginger or pomegranate) and coffee.

I love all things cherry, cherry scented and cherry flavoured. Lavender too. :)

I'm as close to being a vegetarian as you can get without actually being one.

Dust catchers & Extras

WISHLIST (of sorts)

About Me


THIS is a handy paper size chart.

My hands and feet are always cold.

I like to talk.

I'm a total Anglophile.

I like to talk a lot! :)

I'm not shy, so ask me anything! (but I do reserve the right to tell you it's none of your beeswax!) =^_^=

I DON'T DO DRAMA!

Just because I disagree with you, doesn't mean that I don't like you.

It only means that I disagree with you. My personal opinions are just that, MY personal opinions. And you know what they say about opinions... * Opinions are like a$$holes, everyone has one

I would like to ask that you PLEASE DO NOT send me anything with images of guns or blood or death on it until further notice. Thank you for understanding.

May the Goddess tickle your toes with the Earth's energy May Ganesha remove the obstacles in your path May Kwan Yin touch your heart with compassion May Kali light the fire within to destroy the evils in your life May Jesus feed your mouth and your soul May God touch the top of your head and light your very way May the Buddha live within

namaste to all my Swap-bot friends.

Ratings

djcamp04 rated for Your Winter Holiday ATC on Dec 18, 2013
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Comment: Awesome ATC, Gypsy! Thank you so much for sharing your holiday on such a pretty ATC!
nolagirl rated for Welcome Back to Swapping on Nov 30, 2013
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Comment: I absolutely adore the shawl you made for me! The color is gorgeous and I know I will get a lot of use out of it. Thank you! I dropped off a package at the post office for you this morning. I hope you like what I made for you!
Response: Squeeee! I'm so glad you like it! I forgot to take a picture of it. Would you mind taking one of you wearing it for me please? Blessings, gypsy
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Comment: Oh my...you sent so many adorable inchies. Thank you so much. I am happy to add them to my growing collection.
Response: I was having so much fun making them, I just couldn't stop!! :) I'm so glad that you liked them and thank you for getting me swapping again! huggles! blessings, Gypsy
Aumonae rated for Owl Be Back on Oct 20, 2013
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Comment: Your owl ATCs are awesome!! The gold one smudged a tad so I sprayed some artist fixative on it and the problem went away :) I just love the vacation one... the play on words is cool. Thanks a bunch!!!
Response: Thank you so much!! I'm sorry the gold one smudged. :( Glad you could fix it though! :) It's funny, when I thought up the swap, I thought of 2 themes: Arnold Schwarzeneggar and Vacation. :) Thanks for the heart! blessings, Gypsy
janski48 rated for Halloween Raven Crow ATC Swap on Oct 7, 2013
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Comment: Love the card you made for me and the extra are sweet too! We really do need to get together for coffee and crafting! I bet I have seen you at the Derby. It's exciting watching you girls!
Response: Thanks so much! I'll be NSOing tonight at the derby! :) I hope to meet you soon! blessings, Gypsy
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Comment: I love this post card. It is great swapping with you again.
Response: Always a pleasure swapping with you Jackie! I hope to swap lots with you from now on! blessings, Gypsy
stitchinwitch rated for Teeny Tiny Winter Holiday on Nov 20, 2012
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Comment: Everything is just so adorable. Love the crocheted garland especially, Thank you
Response: I am so thrilled! I know it wasn't much, but I tried to pick/make things you would like and be able to use. Love you! blessings, Gypsy
oreon rated for Owl ornament swap on Nov 11, 2012
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Comment: Beautiful owl & amazing extras! Thank you so much!
Response: Thank you for being so kind. I am so glad you like everything. :) hugs, Gypsy
jukejan rated for Masterboard Postcards 6 x 9 size on Oct 27, 2012
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Comment: Such a fun and colorfilled masterboard you sent. I really love the oh what a tangled web idea. Thanks sweets!
Response: So glad you liked it! Thank you so much for the heart too! blessings, Gypsy
jfreeman rated for Masterboard Postcards 6 x 9 size on Oct 27, 2012
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Comment: I love the Masterboard Postcard you sent. The colors are awesome and I love all the assorted stamps you used. Thank you!!!
Response: Thanks so much! and thank you for the lovely heart too! blessings, Gypsy
Seacrow rated for Anonymous Tea Trade # 7~ Quick Send on Oct 17, 2012
5
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Comment: Thank you!
Response: :)
Annalee rated for Anonymous Tea Trade # 7~ Quick Send on Oct 15, 2012
5
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Comment: Thank you!
Response: :)
tao67 rated for Anonymous Tea Trade # 6~ Quick Send on Oct 5, 2012
5
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Comment: I love the card with teapot that you drew, very cute and made me smile. I have never tried either tea so very excited.
Response: Thanks for the heart! I hope you enjoy the teas. blessings, Gypsy
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Comment: Thanks!
Response: You're welcome! :)
Narea rated for Anonymous Tea Trade #5 ~ Quick Send on Sep 27, 2012
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Comment: Thank you for the tea. I like the tea pot you drew. It is very cute!!
Response: You're welcome! I'm so glad you liked it. :) Thanks for the heart! blessings, Gypsy
Sinop rated for Anonymous Tea Trade #5 ~ Quick Send on Sep 26, 2012
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Comment: Thanks!
Response: You're welcome! :)
tinnuwen rated for Tell Me Something Good on Sep 25, 2012
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Comment: Thank you so much - also for the pretty extras :D But your news were the BESTEST!!! :D
Response: Awww, you're so sweet! Thank you for the lovely heart. :) blessings, Gypsy
Dory rated for Winter ATC on Sep 22, 2012
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Comment: Thank you for the beautiful ATC.
Response: Thank you for the heart! blessings, Gypsy
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Comment: Very nice flock of butterflies! Thanks so much for a great ATC and the sweet extras.
Response: so glad you liked it! thanks for the heart! :) blessings, Gypsy
jannieb rated for EASU: Owls are a HOOT! ATC Swap on Sep 6, 2012
5
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Comment: Thank you for the wonderful ATC!
Response: You're welcome! thanks for the heart! blessings, Gypsy

Rating Overview

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Comments

heliogal on Sep 20, 2024:

I would love to get the address to your lovely sounding cottage! I want to send you something so please if you see this send me your address. Thank you and wishing you all the blessing of the Goddess!!!

TryshaH81 on Nov 10, 2020:

Was just thinking about some swappers from my early years & you came to mind! Thinking about you!

biasbabe on Nov 30, 2017:

Good to see you on here for a change

biasbabe on Dec 30, 2015:

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sebastian122 on Apr 29, 2015:

mizvicky on Dec 17, 2014:

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Fatherted on Mar 1, 2014:

Hey, wish you a great day and hope you are doing fine!

LauraAust on Feb 6, 2014:

bbsporty on Dec 31, 2013:

Wishing you a healthy and happy new year!

jukejan on Nov 27, 2013:

Happy Turkey Day to you. I hope that peace & gratitude find you.

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