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kkkk
Date Joined: December 29, 2009
Last Online: December 8, 2013
Birthday: June 21, 1958
Country: United States
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About Me

I love to read! As a long time English teacher, I believe what I've always told students - that literature is an extension of life. I feel like I learn at least something in almost every single book I read, and that is truly a gift.

I also love children's books. They lined the top shelf of my office, and attracted the attention of many visitors. Now I have the opportunity to use them in consulting work periodically.

I am a fan of Jodi Picout's books, once I get passed the child tragedy part that she always opens with. I also recently discovered authors Anne Patchett and Kristin Hannah, which I love, too. I spend a lot of my free time reading, and keeping a journal about the books. I'm in a book club with two librarians, an English teacher, and a book store owner - so the stakes are high - but I love it.

Favorite Television

I don't watch television much, but I do love Modern Family.

Favorite Crafts

I like to make baby blankets (flannel with satin bindings) - a craft taught to me by my mother in law years ago. I also dabble with crafts here and there - always wishing that I was more creative. I have recently started making greeting cards. I love to send cards for all occasions and it gets expensive. It has been an extra bonus to realize that I enjoy the time on the cards, (and I actually don't save much money in the end).

About Me

I have been married for almost 32 years and we have two children. Our son is a music editor for an alternative weekly newspaper in St. Louis. Our daughter is in the Peace Corps, teaching math and science in Namibia. I was a teacher for 30 years. I started out teaching middle school English and went into teaching Gifted and then worked in staff development. I've officially retired, but am enjoying doing some consulting work for The Leadership and Learning Center.

About Me

I have been collecting Raggedy Ann dolls and accessories for 30 years and now have an entire room devoted to that collection in my house. I love the simplicity of Raggedy Ann, and the message that life is simple and happy and easy going. Though I don't believe that is true in life for much of the time, I can go to my Raggedy Ann room, and breathe in that symbol of simplicity, a reminder of the possibilities.

Ratings

knclodge rated for Punch Art ATC #27 - touch of blue on Feb 22, 2014
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StarryNights rated for Snowman ATC on Dec 2, 2013
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Comment: Thanks so much for the adorable snowman ATC! Merry Christmas! :)
BiscottiQueen rated for Glittery Christmas ATC's on Dec 1, 2013
5
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Comment: Thank you so much. Happy holidays!
Janine026 rated for Fall/Autumn Themed ATC Swap on Nov 22, 2013
5
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Comment: Thanks so much for the beautiful ATC and all the extras!!! Happy Holidays!
tatntole rated for Fall/Autumn Themed ATC Swap on Nov 15, 2013
5
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Comment: I love the ATC and the extra bits. Thank you.
5
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Comment: Thank you for the beautiful ATC! And for the extras :) they will be put to good use.
Noel rated for ATC Sea Glass on Oct 25, 2013
5
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Comment: Hi Kris, came home from a long day to find your wonderful ATC.. thank you for sharing your beach finds with me! i love the little bird, the starfish.. all of it is uniques and fun. how did you do the "hope" lettering.. please tell me.. i like that alot! and.. thank you for all of the extra papers..wonderful. Noel
rabbitsdream rated for Stuff Animal ATC on Oct 24, 2013
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Comment: Lovely ATC. Thank you. This was my favorite swap to receive!
heathers38 rated for Winter on Oct 17, 2013
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ransom rated for ATC with a Quote on Oct 15, 2013
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Comment: Hi Kris, Your ATC is so great!!! Being a wine lover myself, I can totally appreciate this quote. Thank you also for your cute note and stickers. Yu created a very nice swap and I am excited to add your ATC to my collection. Many hearts go out to you.
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Comment: Love the ATC and thanks for all the lovely little extras.
CAMILES rated for Fall Glitter ATC on Sep 29, 2013
5
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Comment: Very nice, Thanks for the extra's.
luv2kraft rated for Halloween ATC w/a Ghost on Sep 29, 2013
5
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Comment: Ghostly thanks for you great ATC! I appreciate all the "treats"
Stastny1965 rated for Part-of-a-Playing-Card ATC #3 on Sep 26, 2013
5
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Comment: Hi Kris - Thank you very much for the creative and fun card! Also, thank you for the additional goodies. - Sheila
Star7Lily rated for Dolls ATC on Aug 29, 2013
5
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Comment: Delightful ATC, thank you for the workmanship
BetsyG rated for Fall themed ATC on Aug 26, 2013
5
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Comment: Thank you for the Fall ATC that came in the mail today, and all the extras with it. I hope you have a good Autumn out there in Colorado.
jennylee60 rated for ATC with a Used Postage Stamp on Aug 26, 2013
5
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Comment: Thank you for the atc. You picked out the coolest stamp! Also another big thank you for including extras.
roxymf rated for Back to School ATC on Aug 24, 2013
5
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Comment: Loved the ATC and its envelope. Thanks for the extra goodies. :)
andreatally rated for Black and white ATC usa round 2 on Aug 9, 2013
5
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Comment: Thank you very much for the black n white package of goodies! I love nice words / sayings, so this is right up my alley!! Thank you again!!
hiimtm rated for Winnie The Pooh ATC Series #3 Tigger on Jul 22, 2013
5
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Comment: Thank you so much for the lovely ATC and extras! Tigger is absolutely wonderful! :)

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Comments

ATCLover on Jun 22, 2012:

I really love the postage stamp ATC that you sent me in our recent swap! I can tell that you put a lot of thought and energy into it. It will have a good home with me - I think I'll even put it in a special frame I have for my favorite ATCs of all time! :) Thank you again and have a blessed day! Hugs!

jj9jj on Mar 17, 2012:

I just LOVED the Music ATCs you sent me. They are awesome!!

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