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CHOWEFACE

CHOWEFACE
Date Joined: May 12, 2016
Last Online: October 28, 2024
Birthday: February 7
Country: United States
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Hi! I'm Michelle from the great Pacific Northwest. I live with my fiancé in the rainy part of Washington!

Brem ME

I don't have any pets but I used to have lionhead rabbits (4) and many hamsters over the years.


I like to travel/do road trips and I'm trying to visit all 50 states. So far, I've visited 36.

Some of my favorite places are Leavenworth WA, Saratoga Springs NY, Charleston SC, Western Montana & the Oregon Coast.

I also like to road trip around Washington and the PNW; we got some great views here!


origin of my name: CHOWEFACE came from my youngest sister. When she was small, she couldn't say Michelle so it came out as "me-chow" which eventually just turned to 'chowe' (she added the E on the end). Close friends and family picked up on it so now I get called CHOWE, CHOWEFACE or CHOWDER.


Hobbies include road trips, going to baseball games, going to history museums, pub trivia, hiking to waterfalls, writing, cooking/trying new recipes (I have lots of cookbooks) and reading.


I'm a big sports fan- here are my favorite teams:

BASEBALL SOCCER HOCKEY FOOTBALL BASKETBALL COLLEGE COLLEGE

I watch the Olympics too. I usually watch any sport but I especially love swimming, ski jumping, hockey and curling. Team USA!

Brem

I watch all types of genres but I prefer raunchy comedies, musicals and heist movies.

Dracula EvilExes

movie franchises I love: HP, LOTR, Star Wars, MARVEL & Mission: Impossible.

My favorite directors are Edgar Wright & Matthew Vaughn.

Brem

I'm a BIG book reader - whether it be paperback, my kindle or ibooks, I always have access to a book. I typically read 150 pages a day and I usually have 4-5 books I'm currently reading so I never get bored.

Nostalgia reading is Harry Potter, Twilight & Hunger Games. I was obsessed with those three series when I was younger and re-read them every couple of years.

I read a lot of Romance (mostly dark, reverse harem, omegaverse, and paranormal), Thrillers and YA. I also like to read dystopian and autobiographies/memoirs.

*If you're a smut reader, I'd love to know your favorite series or suggestions!

Brem

TV is just like movies, I watch all types of genres. I lean towards crime/mystery more but I do enjoy lighthearted comedy & drama, cartoons and competition cooking shows.

Lately my TV consists of Sports, all the Baking Championship's & cartoons. I have nieces & we watch A LOT of NickJr and Spongebob. TOO MUCH SPONGEBOB.

Dean

Steven Bears

I've also been watching MTV's 'The Challenge' since 2000. They've come out with so many different spinoff/sequels and I enjoy them all. I'll always root for CT though.

Brem

I listen to a bit of everything but I tend to lean towards country the most. I love a good heartbreak song. I do listen to slow songs more but it's always fun blasting some Cardi B in the car too.

Always a favorite:
Mumford & Son's 'Sigh No More' album
'Poison' by Bel Biv DeVoe
'Still Loving You' by Scorpions
ABBA
Musicals
Disney Songs
The original F4 (Jerry, Ken, Vic & Vanness)
Country- the more twang, the better!

BSB forever!

BSB


Podcasts I listen to:

  • My Favorite Murder #SSDGM!
  • Smut & Spice
  • Morbid
  • Forensic Files
  • Crime Junkie

Brem

LOOKING FOR/ALWAYS WELCOME:

Cards from Islands- any is appreciated but it would be awesome if it was a map or aerial view of island.

Cards featuring Odd Tourist Attractions: things like unique landmarks and roadside attractions, etc. -- someone sent me a pc of the 'largest ball of twine' so something like that

Cards from Colleges: any college/university cards but especially if it's their sports stadium.

Cards showing a STATE park: We don't really have them for WA parks but I see lots of different ones from other states!

~~Thanks to everyone who has sent cards from this list!!~~


Looking for pcs from these places that I visited but never got a chance to get a PC from:
Sunriver, OR
Brownsville, TX
Fort Smith, AR
Bozeman, MT
Brookings, OR

^^ even if the city, state card you have is not listed above, feel free to send! :) I'd love to have a card from your town!

DOES IT EXIST??:
My dad's hometown is Gary, Indiana so if you have any cards from there (or Portage), I'd love to have it! I think my dad would get a kick out of seeing a Gary card, even if he says the place is a sh**hole LOL.


LANTERN PRESS

I like all types but these ones are my favorites to collect:
Starry Night versions
Typography
Sign Destinations

Starry Night Typography Signs

(Since these are my favorites, I always give a heart when I get one!)


I'll also take Washington cards, even though I live here. I have a special box for all WA cards & even if I get a double, I can always use it for swapping. :) Most of my cards are western Wa so I'd love to add cards from the rest of Washington!


PCs I don't like:
- Coloring Cards. - I'd rather you color it if you're going to send it! and I won't rate down!
- Teacher cards (school/classroom theme)
- Quote cards, cards with only writing on front
- Those cards that say "Hello" in big letters
- Blurry views
- Those small fake vintage Sepia cards that are brownish on the back side. Comes in 32set.
- Advertising Cards (unless I join a swap that calls for it)
- Bent/curled corners (hard to send these to others since no one likes them!)

I typically don't heart swaps when I get something from my dislike list. It's hard to get rid of these cards, especially the small sepia ones; I find that other swappers don't like them either.


Postcard Swaps

I like to use washi and stickers on PCs so I will usually put something on your card. You can do the same to mine!

I also look at every profile before I put a swap together. It helps me decide on cards to send, even if the swap is senders choice. If you don't write about your postcard preferences, then I get to choose. (insert diabolical laugh)

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I love touristy cards so if you don't know what to send, a card of your town or city is always welcome.

I'm not easily offended and I do have a collection of nude/risque cards so send them my way if you like. I will also take LGBTQ+ cards too. ~I'm an ally~

--Sending in envelope: I enjoy all colors so any envelope color/design is fine.--

If given an option, I prefer written & stamped.


I do a lot of the Scavenger Hunts and swaps involving multiple cards in an envie so here's a list to make it easier for people sending me cards:

  • Animal Cards: arctic animals like walruses, wolves, orcas, huskies & polar bears/all bears. - I'm not a cat person but I realize I join cat swaps & it's because I love cartoon cat cards. So if you send cat cards, I prefer them to be cartoon or drawings rather than real photo. Zoo cards are also welcome.
  • City/Town Views: I prefer if they were aerial view or a view of downtown. I especially like small town & farm cards or little known places. I also like the cards that say Amish Country.
  • Africa: I have some from a few countries but would love to add to them. I don't get African cards very often.
  • Art Cards: Still life of fruits, like ones from Cezanne.
  • Asia: Vietnam, Laos, Middle East. I was born in the Philippines so I'd love any cards from there too
  • Canada: I'd like to collect cards from all the provinces, especially the lesser known ones like NB, NT or Nunavut. I'd also love to collect a map of each province if they have them. Maps I already have are BC, QC, AB & PEI.
  • Christmas cards: religious or not- all OK! I especially like the ones with glitter and snow scenes. You can even send Hanukkah ones if you like.
  • Collectible Types: Lali Riddle, Blue Cats, WOW, FOTW, Icons Of..., Raspberry Paper, Max&Oscar, Noteworthy Paper
  • College/University: any schools, even High Schools if you have them.
  • Disney: Beauty & the Beast, Lilo & Stitch, Aladdin, Moana, Rescues Down Under, Emperor's New Groove, Encanto
  • Europe: Norway, Sweden, Wales, Armenia, Hungary, Iceland, Scotland, Lichtenstein
  • Flower: All flowers ok. My favorites are dahlias and bouquets.
  • Food: recipes, Taiwan food cards, Singapore food cards, beer/liquor, weird food
  • Halloween: I love the spooky ones the most and ones with cute ghosts or decorated pumpkins.
  • Military: all branches, WW2, naval ships. I come from a military family so all is welcome.
  • Handmade: I don't care for ones on thin paper. It needs to be sturdy for sending. If sending naked, please make sure that it won't smear- it rains in Seattle so the card can get wet!
  • Landscape/Nature: anything nature related! Sunsets and waterfalls are a personal favorite. A volcano erupting would be cool too!
  • Map Cards: any except subway maps
  • Multi-Views: love these. I also like cards that have a montage of landmarks from a state with the state's name on the front
  • National Parks: Would love to have at least one card from every Nat'l Park- real photo cards though. I have enough of the art/illustrated styles.
  • Non-Traditional cards: Shaped, 3D, Glitter, Chrome, Maxi, Cut-out, Cork, Wooden - love them all!
  • Other Holidays: Easter, Valentines, Thanksgiving - all ok to send!
  • Pixar: Coco, Luca, Onward, Inside Out
  • Risque: nudity, dirty jokes, Pin-ups, etc... Send them my way! I'm totally fine getting these
  • Sanrio: Not a huge fan but I do adore Gudetama and the older characters like Pekkle and Pochacco.
  • South America: Columbia, Bolivia & Central America
  • Sports: All sports, either Stadiums, players and Olympics. I especially like Football & Baseball. No cartoon versions please.
  • State Capitols: I'd like it to say 'state capitol' somewhere on the card
  • Structures: dams, bridges, monuments
  • US Maps: Love that there are so many different designs to collect.
  • Zazzle: generally I'm OK receiving these but don't send me one if the writing is blurry! Also, no zazzle Lantern Press (not the same size!)

SENDING EXTRAS or GOODIES??

Things I like:
Washi - samples are appreciated
Stamps
Stickers - not reward or teacher ones
Notecards with floral or nature designs

Things I don't like:
Puffy Stickers
Tea/coffee - I honestly won't use them.
memo sheets/paper scraps
Ribbons/paperclips
Food/candy

SIDE NOTE:

If you don't receive a swap from me or I sent a swap incorrectly, please message me so we can arrange a resend! I may not read or respond to your messages the same day but I will get back to you.

Bye!

Ratings

Poohtat rated for Halloween Postcard 5 on Oct 29, 2024
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Comment: Thank you for the postcard. Have fun T&T with your nieces. I remember how fun it was to take my sons when they were young. Happy swapping
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Comment: Thanks for the 4 postcards, Michelle!
Highlander18 rated for PSH: T.R.A.V.E.L. on Oct 22, 2024
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Comment: Thank you for the nice cards, arrived with all four corners bent by the postal service :-(
Response: :( Aw man, I hate when that happens!
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Comment: Thank you for the really wonderful postcards. And thank you for the beautiful World Postcard day extra and stickers, too.
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Comment: Thank you
Jenicat rated for Halloween Postcard 3 on Oct 16, 2024
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Comment: Thank you for the cute postcard. There are some wild house decorations around here. I saw a skeleton as tall as a house a few days ago. Crazy! Happy Halloween 🎃
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Comment: Thank you!
dustcollector rated for World Postcard Day 2024 on Oct 14, 2024
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Comment: Thank you. I hope you continue to enjoy the postcard exchanges. Happy Autumn 🍁
KarenFife rated for SCATTS - W - ROUND 14 - US ONLY on Oct 14, 2024
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Comment: Thanks for the postcard! Loved your answers! Think I’ll trade my Waikiki Trip for your Washi Tape!!! 🤣
Response: Oh I’ll take that Waikiki trip! Lololol
ScrapHappyGabi rated for World Postcard Day 2024 on Oct 11, 2024
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Comment: I LOVE World Postcard Day! Thank you for the special WPCD PC! I love it! This is only my 2nd year knowing about WPCD!! I hope to participate with a handmade postcards JUST for the occasion in 2025~ Have a lovely day! ~ Gabi
bringitb rated for Boo!!! Halloween Postcard Swap on Oct 10, 2024
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Comment: Thanks for the cute postcard! Near where I live, there’s a family that creates a Pirates of the Caribbean scene in their front lawn with skeletons. Complete with a half-ship attached to their garage. People can be so creative with their outdoor decor! =)
MissBrenda rated for Halloween Postcard/US only on Oct 10, 2024
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Comment: Love the vintage PC! I am going to a Halloween party with my bf this year! So excited! I don't get t&ter's at my home, so it is just as well we go out! Happy spooky day to you! Enjoy making memories with your nieces! Happy Halloween.....
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Comment: Such a cut Dachshund! Thank you for the postcards.
Myself333 rated for Halloween Postcard 4 on Oct 7, 2024
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Comment: Thanks for the cute Halloween treats PC, Michelle! I wish more people decorated in my area. They seem way more into Christmas
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Comment: SALAD ice cream does not sound so good to me either. Thank you. 9/21
4Friends rated for SCATTS - R - ROUND 14 - US ONLY on Sep 20, 2024
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Comment: Firstly, I thank you from the bottom of my heart, for joining my swap and for the wonderful PC's along with extra & coloring sticker. Loving them!
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Comment: Hi Michelle! Thanks for the beautiful postcards. I really love the Seattle one. 😊
AzEkologi rated for Chunk-O-Cardboard - September 2024 on Sep 14, 2024
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Comment: Hey there! Oh man, I'm a potato skin fan too! Love them. I stopped eating meat a little over a decade ago, but I still miss the bacon on them. They're still pretty darn good with cheese, scallions, and maybe a dollop of sour cream. Best, Rick
mcall rated for Chunk-O-Cardboard - September 2024 on Sep 10, 2024
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Comment: I thought this was an actual postcard when I got it. WOW! Im going to have to try these yummy double chocolate croissants.

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Comments

MuggleMom on Jul 31, 2024:

Happee Birthdae Harry

Thanks for joining the HP birthday swap!!

xx

MuggleMom

simcoe54 on Jun 11, 2023:

Thanks so much for the birthday card and vintage pc which arrived just in time. A lovely surprise to find in my mailbox.

debbiespoms on Mar 29, 2023:

🎵HAPPY BIRTHDAY MICHELLE! 🎵

Highlander18 on Feb 7, 2023:

simcoe54 on Feb 7, 2023:

Hope you have a Happy Birthday!

erinhayden on Feb 6, 2023:

Thank you so much for the awesome PCs! I've been on Swap-bot for so long, and I could never understand why certain ones eluded me for all these years. I REALLY appreciate it! And the address block on the SD one is pretty cool. :)

thriftymermaid on Feb 4, 2023:

Happy Birthday Month from all of your swapping friends at the WIYM Group!! We hope you enjoy your special day. May all of your Birthday wishes come true and your New Year be all you hope it can be and more!! 🎂🎂🎂💌🎂🎂🎂

ScrapHappyGabi on Jan 26, 2023:

Thank you for the lovely Birthday Card! I opened it today (My Bday) and it gave me such a smile!! Sending love your way! xx Gabi

mizvicky on Nov 19, 2022:

Thank you for joining my Fast Christmas Card Swap.. Happy Holidays! ss

LadyJo on Nov 2, 2022:

Thank you so much for the birthday wishes of a card and love these small stickers! Great for postcards! It brighten my day!

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