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eruiel

eruiel
 Date Joined: May 8, 2008
Last Online: January 30, 2014
Birthday: April 11
Country: United States

About Me

Greetings!

I've been in and out of swap-bot for the past couple years and have greatly enjoyed participating in it. It's such great fun! I'm looking forward to future swaps.

A bit about me. I'm an east coaster currently residing on the west coast. Some day I'll move back east... I have two cats who are the light of my life and am well on my way to being one of those crazy cat ladies... it may even be a goal of mine.

I work in a cupcake bakery frosting cupcakes (yes, really). However, I just got my massage license and am looking forward to putting that to good use soon. I'm thinking of going into oncology or hospice massage work as that area of life has long drawn on me.

I am getting into folk music (Girlyman!) and love most anything French or Finnish. I love classical as well as metal... most anything that has some substance to it. I play several instruments but have most skill in viola, piano, and guitar. I also adore cooking and baking and trying new foods. I'm not a fan of raw tomatoes or raw onions, but other than that anything goes.

I very rarely dabble in spinning (yarn, not cycling) and used to write a lot but don't do that so much anymore. I miss it. I practice two martial arts and would pretty much call them my religion.

I adore rain, fire, and the colour blue. I would love to be able to fly.

A Note on "Stuff"

I live in a crammed and bitsy apartment with two cats tearing the already cluttered place up. I choose swaps that won't create 'stuff' (and I am sorry if this comes across as rude, it is not my intention for it to). If you wish to include something extra a la heart rating, a recipe, bag of tea, or a music recommendation, favourite poem, favourite author, or even a quick note saying 'hi!' would be lovely. I'm not very crafty, so while I will look at stickers or yarn or scrapbook supplies and say 'shiny!' I have no use for them and feel bad that they end up sitting around... so that is my round about request for stuff-less extras if you are of that inclination. Thank you thank you. I appreciate all the generosity!

Ratings

Lolli92imo rated for Long Term Penpals # 7 on May 21, 2011
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Comment: Thanks for the letter :) Was really excited to read it :)
Response: I'm glad! Thanks for rating and for the lovely comment^_^
Unmutual rated for Tarot 1: Read my cards on May 4, 2011
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Comment: Ah, wonderful :) I’m your partner, and have expressed formal thanks in writing also, but I loved your reading and the way you tied the cards together - one of the trickier parts, for me, in a reading. The reading was accurate, but in particular, the advice is good and made me feel more positive about having made the right decision. I feel I will be consulting that piece of paper frequently :) I’m also really interested in Symbolon pack – partly because I found the reading intriguing, partly because on googling the pack is SO GORGEOUS and the artstyle speaks to me in a way that mine, basically, doesn’t. And I've totally just ordered one! Thanks, and have a fantastic week
Response: Yay! I am so glad to hear all of that. I don't do readings for others frequently so was curious how that might go. The Symbolon deck is gorgeous, no? I think I told you I call it my 'uncanny deck' as it has a habit if cutting right to the situation. May you enjoy it as much as I have. Also, I look forward to your letter. Thank you!
rottifan4 rated for Tarot 1: Read my cards on Apr 30, 2011
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Response: Thank you for rating^_^
LunaMoody rated for someone out there is thinking of you.. letter. on Apr 25, 2011
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Comment: Thank you for the letter and the tea. I look forward to trying it.
Response: I hope you enjoy it. Thank you for the rating and heart!
punkytrixter rated for RANDOM QUESTIONS #3 SNAIL MAIL VERSION on Apr 23, 2011
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Comment: Hey, thanks so much for sharing your answers! Yeah, I've heard of Girlyman... they're on Amy Ray's label, and they're Atlanta-based, so they are definitely cool with me. I'm actually hoping they play at Pride this year! We have a ton of great LGBT artists around here like Kristy Lee, Doria Roberts, etc. I'm hoping I get to catch a lot of nice outdoor shows this summer! Hope you have a great day :)
Response: Thank you for reading! And yay for Girlyman! That's awesome! Thanks for the lovely comment and rating both^_^
PeNeLoPe rated for "Things I'd only ever Tell a Stranger...." on Apr 21, 2011
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Comment: Thank you for your letter.. .the envelope made me smile, now thats what i call thinking outside the box :) i would say i "enjoyed" reading your letter, but that seems the wrong word to use. thank you for being so honest.. ill write back when the kids go back to school :) have a nice easter
Response: Whew! I'm relieved about that. Thank you for rating and for the lovely comment... I appreciate it!
Cimera rated for Daily walks for a week on Apr 15, 2011
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Response: Thank you for rating!
Glenn rated for Young Penpals on Apr 8, 2011
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Comment: thanks so much for the tea, it looks delicious I'll be trying it asap. I will definitely be writing you back :)
Response: I just got your letter! I'll be writing back soon. Thank you!
Lauriez rated for 100 Random ?'s #2 on Mar 29, 2011
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Comment: such interesting answers! i had to look up synesthesia-how cool is that?! So do you live in Oregon? I'm in Seattle! Thanks for sharing! Be happy! :)
Response: Hee hee^_^ I love talking about it so if you have any questions please ask. I'm actually in Seattle too! How cool is that?
khush666 rated for 100 Random ?'s #2 on Mar 28, 2011
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Comment: I loved the fact that you are so honest in your responses.. Hugs...:-)
Response: One of my tai chi mentors once wrote that all those who follow their paths with honesty have benefited him in some way. I just loved the idea... to follow my path with honesty. So I try to. I'm so glad you appreciated that. Take care and thank you for the comment!
AngelikFiona rated for 100 Random ?'s #2 on Mar 27, 2011
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Comment: Thanks for sharing.
Response: Thanks for reading!
Francy0212 rated for I love beer! on Mar 27, 2011
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Comment: Very stange beers, it was interesting to read! Thanks!
Response: Tasty, though! Thanks for the lovely rating^_^
Emika rated for I love beer! on Mar 27, 2011
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Comment: Thanks for the email!
Response: Thanks for reading!
fnt123 rated for I love beer! on Mar 26, 2011
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Response: Thank you^_^
sunrooms rated for A Summer of Finishing! on Sep 22, 2008
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Comment: i'm so excited and proud that you finished!!! yay!!!!!!!!!!!! i have tried multiple times to write a book, but couldn't even fathom finishing 50 pages. kudos to you for finishing an entire novel!
Response: {{much blushing}} Thank you so very, very much! I really appreciate your being there in this swap... thank you for the encouragement and for rating^_^ I hope your own project went well!
Maiju rated for Music and Tea Swap on Aug 26, 2008
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Comment: Leigh, I got your package today. Thank you so much! Some of the Thai tea had managed to leak from the bag but not too much and I just put it in a new bag so it'll keep well :) I'm sorry you had to spend so much on postage but I'm sure I'll enjoy everything you sent ^_^ Contact me about the CD's when you've moved or at any convenient time, I'm happy to help! You can also send that Finnish letter any time you want but I'm moving next weekend too so remember to check my new address :)
Response: Yay! Sorry to hear the tea leaked, but glad you think you'll like everything! Again, thanks so much for doing this swap with me! I'll be sure to get in touch once I move (tomorrow, eep!) and again thank you for being so very helpful! I hope your own move goes well and will talk to you soon-ish^_^ Thanks also for the wonderful rating and comment! All around I appreciate everything^_^ Thanks!
Piiata rated for Finnish and craft swap on Aug 22, 2008
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Comment: WOW! I never expected to receive such a wonderful package!!! The buttons are amazing and I just love the papers and fabrics!!! And such a cute little stamp!! Perfect for my ATC's :D And so much more wonderful stuff!!! <3<3<3
Response: Oh good I am so glad to hear that! I was worried sending it out that you wouldn't like it, so it makes me so happy to hear that you enjoyed it so much! Thanks for the wonderful rating and for taking the time to leave such a wonderful comment! I appreciate it^_^
catlingmex rated for Coins from my country V on Aug 18, 2008
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Comment: Thank you for the nice variety. All these coins were new to my collection. :-)
Response: Ack! Sorry that took me so long to respond! I'm so very glad to hear that you liked them and that they were new! Thank you for leaving a comment the wonderful rating! I appreciate it^_^
KrissyVB rated for Write to me! (Ages 20-24) on Aug 12, 2008
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Comment: Thanks for the letter and the delicious cookies!! They were sooo good! So, I accidentally lost your address....if you could PM it to me, I'll send my reply soon! Thanks :)
Response: I'm so glad you liked them! That makes me happy^_^ I'll gladly PM my address to you... thanks so much for the wonderful comment and rating! I appreciate it!
mustnggrrl00 rated for Private theme-a-day journal swap on Aug 11, 2008
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Comment: Won't let me give a heart, but honestly, I would give you 2!!! Your journal was wonderful and beautiful, and I will enjoy it over and over!
Response: Hey, it's the sentiment that counts! Thank you so much for the wonderful comment there--I really appreciate your words! Thank you for the wonderful rating, too^_^

Rating Overview

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5.0000 49 4 4
Completed Fives Threes Ones
43 60 0 0
Type 1 Type 2 Type 3 Uncategorized
4 5 2 32
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Comments

thomascl28 on Apr 22, 2011:

Hi - I just wanted to let you know that I did get your reading in the mail today! Keep me posted. Carmen
Sprezzatura on Aug 8, 2008:

Hi! Hope your "summer of finishing" project is going well! I'm writing too, but for school, so it's not as much fun. Can't wait to hear about your progress!
badkitty1782 on Jul 9, 2008:

Sorry about accidentally sending the same blank message over and over again! Stupid technology! Anyhoo . . . I just wanted to make it "pubicly" known that your surprise package was really sweet and thoughtful and made a gloomy day much brighter! :o)
sunrooms on Jun 30, 2008:

just wanted to let you know that i received the first half of your summer of finishing letter. i wish you all the luck in finishing all of your projects this summer! :)
tamipal6 on Jun 28, 2008:

That's so interesting that my profile didn't influence your memoirs! I just re-read them and I realize that what made me think that was that you mentioned butterflies and dancing and being the change. :) You have some good ones that I enjoyed reading. I like your wording. I think you focused more on inner thoughts, characteristics, and aspirations and I was kind of giving an autobiography from the more boring "timeline/facts" standpoint. :)
tinkerbelljen on Jun 19, 2008:

Hey :] I really did enjoy doing the 'letter to your younger self' swap...but mine was nowhere near as good as yours!! I found yours SO interesting and SO well written!! You can tell you're a good writer :] and the stickers totally made my day, hehe! You're welcome for the heart..if I could have given you more I would have done <3 How are you? xxx
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