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I put myself through college by working at a craft warehouse, but back then I hated crafts and swore I’d never be a “crafty” person.

I’m married to a college professor and we have five kids who’ve grown up way too fast - only two are left at home!

I can’t eat breakfast without also reading a book. I mean, I guess I can, but why would I want to?

I graduated from college with a degree in Creative Writing and planned to continue school to become a professor of literature...but plans change. Writing a blog is pretty much the same thing, right?

I eat chocolate every day. Every single day.

When I was 14 I got to ride a camel to tour the Egyptian pyramids. It was amazing!

I love British period pieces and have watched almost every Masterpiece Classic production from the past 20 years.

I believe elastic is a gift from the heavens. I decided years ago to ditch uncomfortable pants and embrace elastic waistbands and I’ve been a happier person ever since.

My mom taught me to be kind, that I could do anything in this world, and to never, ever, use imitation vanilla.

I really do believe that making things can make us happier. Thanks for being here!