Secret Sistahs

Hey Girls! Thanks RO!

2005-10-22T11:00:00.000-07:00

Hey Girls.. Just checking in .. and I wanted to thank Ro for the beautiful thank you package she sent me .. no picture .. as my nails are wet LOL.. and i am ok to type but not to take pics !! I will add one later.. but Will say .. she sent me a ball of Divine.. gorgeous ! a cute martini stamp unlike the ones I already have !! and a Burt's Bees Lotion sampler !! THANKS RO!! and a super cute card!

also nice but not necessary.. she sent back the poncho I made (out of yarn i didnt realize she was allergic to and since have made a hypoallergenic replacement .. ).....so here is the deal..

Since the pink poncho was a gift anyway.. and it IS gorgeous.. I am going to regift it out.. so .. if you are interested.. this is what I need you to do .. EMAIL me... elizabeth.jacobsen@gmail.com and give me your best shot at tell me WHY you need this poncho.. I will choose a winner and send it out .. please include you mailing addres with your reply.. I will say the most amusing reply will win.. so there you go girls ..make me laugh.. and you might win a poncho ! ...

Have a great day girls !!

Taste of Michigan Reveal

2005-10-19T10:21:00.000-07:00

What a wonderful reveal package! Thanks Natalie. I received a delicious tin on Morley's buttery Almond Pecan-dy Crunch popcorn, which didn't make it to the photo, that tin is EMPTY! Also included was some fabulous yarn, the white was recylcled yarn and it is soo soft, the red yarn is JoAnn Marel yarn, I've never tried this yarn, but I'm eager to try it. Also included was a Clover Soft Touch Crochet Hook and Sanders dessert topping in Milk Chocolate fudge and Butterscotch Caramel. Thanks so much Natalie for being the best secret sistah ever, I really enjoyed everything you selected for me and appreciate your generosity.

Donna

Thanks Joy!!

2005-10-13T18:03:00.000-07:00

I recieved my reveal package yesterday but was so bombed with mail and boxes etc that I am just now getting a picture and posting..

my pal Joy .. was great!.. my box was awesome ...

i recieved a Vogue Knitting Book I had been wanting.. a set of Crystal Palace bamboo needles in a size 7 ( a size i didnt have ) ....some Montana Wool .. some other beautiful yarn.. not sure what it is but its pretty .. soem belgian chocolate with honey crisps.. wine glass markers.. a gorgeous hand made scarf that will go with several of my winter jackets.. and last but not least . BEADS... several hanks.. all pretty.. !!

thanks again Joy

I look forward to the next round.. !

Reveal

2005-10-11T19:57:00.000-07:00

I have the best Sistah ever. EVER y'all.

Jessi was so awesome to me and as an added bonus I made a wonderful new friend in the process! :)

Her reveal package arrived in the mail today, which was a plesant surprise. Actually, there was one of those dreaded pink "Hey, why aren't you ever home to get your mail" slips in the box but when I read it it said "Package behind planter next to steps" and I did a little happy dance right there on the sidewalk.

Inside...oh man. Well, you can look because I'm still freaking out from happiness over it all.

YES. That is a yarn winder. And it belongs to me! *happy dance* I immediately had to try it out with some of the wool I dyed, it works like a dream.

She also send rainbow boucle for a shawl I want to make, some Lion Brand homespun in a color I can't get around here and a gorgeous bead decorated hook that I can't wait to start using. She sent a bag of scraps for my monster afghan project as well, but those didn't make it into the photo as I have already put them in my workbasket. Exactly what I need for the project though!

Thank you Jessi, you were such an awesome Sistah! :)

Woo hoo! Thank you Elizabeth!

2005-10-01T15:16:00.000-07:00

And my secret sistah is....our own beloved Three Olive Martini!

Thank you so much Elizabeth...your packages were truly outstanding and made the last rough couple of months so much brighter for me. Thank you SO much!

See all the goods in my booty box HERE!

Thank you too to Natalie for organizing this swap!

xoxo
Ro

Thank You So Much!

2005-09-30T21:28:00.000-07:00

This post is to Donna, who starred in and played the role of my Secret Sistah in this edition of "Secret Sistah". She sent so much stuff that I kept pulling stuff out of the box wondering when is it going to end? I still think there is something more inside, but the cats determined for me that there was a bottom. Mr. Doo really liked the box, and one of the kittens was licking it. How weird!

Anyhow, my lazy butt has not gotten around to taking pictures, which is why I've not posted it arrived yesterday. But I assure you, that I will because, well, it is just so damn impressive!

I can tell you that the greenish softy yarn, when my Pooky spied it, he wanted to claim it for making socks! I said he could have it as I think it would make a wonderful pair. I drooled over all of the tea, and I can never have too many incense burners!

It is all so wonderful that I will HAVE to get motivated and show-off the bootey that I got!

THANK YOU SO MUCH, DONNA! I feel very, merrily, and delightfully spoiled!

As promised, pictures of the goodies!

Reveal!

2005-09-30T12:38:00.000-07:00

I got my final package! My awesome sister is Regina! See this post to find out what was in my latest package. :))

(I'll let Regina decide whether to tell you about when she was "revealed".)

Reveal Package Mailed

2005-09-22T11:34:00.000-07:00

Someone has a package on the way...I hope you like everything!

OMG I am so spoiled!

2005-09-21T15:55:00.000-07:00

I finally got to the P.O. to pick up a box my secret sistah had sent before my daughter hurt her knee (which kept us both in the house for 10 days!) and WOW!

I could smell yummy roses the moment I had the box in my hands but I never expected all of this!

I've also never seen an 'eternity scarf' before but I can't wait to play with it and try all the different ways of wearing it!

My sis sent me the coolest daily planner (which I really need!) a package of pens (My daughter begged for the purple one so I had to share lol the wide grips are great for my hands, you're so thoughtful!) the rose scented candles (so many!) and the prettiest potpourri that I have ever seen and smelled! Also she sent sachets and wonderful footsie care items (which I also really can use) thank you so much...I can't imagine that you're sending me anything else, you've sent so much and I love all of it.

Thank you for really coming through and making this such a special experience for me Sistah! I have you figured out (I'm 99 percent sure :) and I am so lucky to have had you for my sistah.

xoxo
Ro

Happy Belated Birthday Lori!

2005-09-20T07:09:00.000-07:00

Sorry it's a day late, but my sentiments are the same

Happy Birthday Beloved Shrone

Secret Sistah Revealed

2005-09-20T07:03:00.000-07:00

My reveal package arrived yesterday full of organic and yarn goodies.

Thank you Andrea! Nat and Regina were your cohorts are you are all a bunch of boogers!

I got a package!!

2005-09-18T21:05:00.000-07:00

My secret sistah has officially spoiled me. There are photos and details on my blog...thanks for all of the ORANGE...I've already started using it!

Happy Birthday!

2005-09-18T20:32:00.000-07:00

Happy Birthday Lori!

Reveal Package on it's Way!!

2005-09-18T07:56:00.000-07:00

I heard from my Sevret Sistah two days ago, my reveal package is on it's way and should be here by Tuesday or Wednesday! Yippee! My poor mail lady Martha-I will be stalking her starting Tuesday. She already *hates* coming here cause I either have a package she needs to drop off or always have something in the mailbox waiting for her to take with her. Sometimes it has postage and other times just some cash tossed in the box and she has to take it in the post office and get the receipt and include the change or, as sometimes happens, the bill for the balance owed. Martha will be happy when the swaps are over that's for sure. Poor Martha!

Reveal Package!!!

2005-09-16T14:22:00.000-07:00

I got my reveal package!!! It came in the mail yesterday but because of my work schedule the pst few days I only just opened it tonight! Thank you so so much Kari!! Here is what I got....a ton of goodies!

A ton of wonderful, yummy yarn, a Lavender Reed Diffuser, and smell goodies! Thank you so much Sistah for your conversation and encouragement through emails and ecards, and thank you for the great gifts. And all while you are having it rough yourself. I really appreciate everything. It was great talking with you!

Giftie!

2005-09-16T08:37:00.000-07:00

I got a little package in the mail from my Secret Sistah the day before yesterday!

She got me a clover cutter! Eeeeeeee! I am so making a beaded necklace to hang it on this weekend. Cute Christmas beads with my name on the silver charm and some Burt's Bees champagne colored lipbalm! Thank you dear Sistah, I love everything! :)

Turning Blue, Berry Blue!

2005-09-14T20:17:00.000-07:00

Fellow Secret Sistah, Jessi, did a totally cool thing and sent me a package stuffed with packets of Berry Blue Kool-Aid and a funny get well card. You really made me feel better since today was a Jonah day for me! I think I've got enough Berry Blue Kool-Aid to keep me happy for the rest of the year!

And, Secret Sistah Kari also sent me a package of the blue stuff, which I didn't forget! (I'm such a louse about posting my thank-yous.) Kari, you've been great, and I wish you luck in your move and in your new home!

Plus, Sistah Rowan also sent me some of the blue, and I didn't post a thank you. (Shame on me!) But she knows in my heart how much I love her, right my bosom friend?

All of you have been as good as my family (and that is a compliment now)and even better! I'm glad to be part of this Secret Sistah-hood!

(Oh, and if you feel like sending me more Berry Blue Kool-Aid to get on my good side, go ahead! I can't have enough of the stuff!)

Secret Sistah Strikes Again

2005-09-11T13:33:00.000-07:00

I received another postcard yesterday from my secret sistah. I am so intriqued. Two packages sent, one from MI, the other from NC, postards send from MI, NC, CA................

Thank you Sistah

2005-09-09T13:35:00.000-07:00

Thank you to my secret sistah who sent me a bag of natural roving for my birthday present! Can't wait to start spinning.

Revealed

2005-09-09T11:45:00.000-07:00

**This is a repost from my own blog, sorry for the laziness I am just tired. Thank you so much Deneen! You totally ROCK!!!!

OK Well we all knew that my lovely and generous Secret Sister was the lovely and talented Deneen, but what you may not know is she totally rocks.
She's been a great secret sister and I've totally enjoyed myself being spoiled.
I got my "reveal" package today... and all I can say is omg Thank you so much Deneen!!! It all is wonderful!!!
Now, I have still been up since 2 am, I tried to take a nap with the boy but the phone wouldn't shut up, then the cat sat on my head etc so I finally just gave up... so I am kinda loopy.
First off I couldn't get that dern envelope open grrr.

AHA! I go get my handy dandy scissors! (Note they are purple)

Hambut looks on as if I am nuts...

OPENED! oooooooooooooohs and ahhhhhhhhhs insued:
A purpley belt ooooooooooooh

all kinds of goodies that in my sleep deprived state could not for the life of me get photographed right.

Yummy yarns... a pattern and some beautiful green 100% silk (my first ever)and a D hook, some handspun cotton and lurex (my first ever handspun yarn) (omg am i a yarn hick or what?)
Some tea (which is ALWAYS greeted with great happiness) a cute little book about tea.
A wire bracelet kit that I can't wait to dive into!
oh oh and a book of bookmark patterns!
Deneen, thank you so much, there aren't enough words right now in my mind to thank you enough.

Gift Box Received

2005-09-07T21:22:00.000-07:00

Sometime during my hospital stay a box arrived for me from my secret sistah (whom i still have no clue to who she is!). Inside was a velvety soft scarf, two balls of Lustersheen (ecru), some incredible smelling sandlwood incense, a size G Clover Soft Touch hook (completing my set!), and baggie filled with Rolos!

I'll post a picture soon of the booty, but don't know where the digital camera is!

Thank you, Secret Sistah for such a great box of goodies!

pictures at last

2005-09-07T19:48:00.000-07:00

my apologies to my sis that it took so long for me to get these posted! these are the wonderful goodies in my last package...the buttons on the crocheted holders sparkle so much, i just love em! thanks again super sistah!

*hugs*
Ro

Woohoo!!!

2005-09-07T12:52:00.000-07:00

With all that has been going on recently I totally spaced my secret sistah (ok she isn't so secret anymore lol) telling me she'd sent off a package.
It arrived today and was it ever a cool package!
Two skiens of the most beautiful yarn... Deneen I said on my blog I actually had a small scrap ball of that in a ebay box once and fell in love with it not even knowing what it was. It's so beautiful... now what to make from it...
and some wonderful incense with a cool tiny burner.

Thank you ever so much. It was a great pick me up.

Thank You So Much!!

2005-09-06T18:31:00.000-07:00

my sister rocks... hard core...

check it out here on my blog, don't feel like double posting right now, sorry!

I love my Secret Sis!

2005-09-06T14:53:00.000-07:00

I received two pattern books from my Sis today: Must Have BAgs and Fun-to-Crochet Scrapbook accents. YIPPEEEEEEEEEEEE!

thank you secret sis!

2005-09-03T20:32:00.000-07:00

i got the coolest package today of secret sistah goodness...thank you so much i love everything you picked.

i'll be posting properly with pictures and all soon. am dealing with some icky health issues at the moment and too tired to do it now.

thank you again sistah, you really made my week!

xoxo

I Got A Box

2005-09-03T15:11:00.000-07:00

hey every one !!

I got a box!! and it wasnt for the auction.. it was for me!! me!! me!!

Thanks Secret Sistah.. for the olive oil lotion in lemongrass and sage.. the trivet made of wine corks.. the yarn.. the angel..the cross stitched wall hanging and the tea.. (we jsut wont mention the rather large bar of belgian Chocolate that didnt make the pic.. its in the fridge firming up ~ i swear i didnt eat the whole thing already !!~ )

I messed up!

2005-09-03T09:07:00.000-07:00

Damn, I messed up. I used my super secret email account, stupid euphemisms I don't usually use, etc and then I send my sister an email and do what, sign my name! I saw it right after I hit send and was mortified. I suck big time! Sorry I ruined it sis, although you probably knew it was me anyway.

Thanks, Sis!

2005-09-01T18:26:00.000-07:00

I received a very cute funny card from you in the mail today!! You've got really nice printing! It was just what I needed in between sucky classes!

Happy Birthday Deneen!!!

2005-09-01T07:27:00.000-07:00

Hope your day is fantabulous!

World's Best Sis

2005-08-31T16:26:00.000-07:00

What follows is an excerpt from my blog...

About two weeks ago I shared pics with you of the wonderful goodies she sent me. I received a card a few days ago that had me crying with laughter...picture a Flo (remember the show "Alice") saying "why is this tampon behind my ear and where is my pencil?" AND she sent more balls of the super-soft, gorgeous color yarn you see in the pictures. I'm thinking of making a scarf with a hood attached and some mittens.

Oh Secret Sis, you are wonderful. I, of course, have had less than stellar manners. I haven't even acknowledged these gifts. I hope you can forgive me. Working full time again has gotten me all discombobulated. Offspring is now driving on her own...but she still seems to be on the computer all the time. I thought they were supposed to get out of your hair when the got their driver's liscence.

I hope everone has a secret sis as kind and patient as I have. I'm hoping to have some pics tonight of the beginnings of my hooded scarf.

Secret Sistah Strikes Again

2005-08-30T10:53:00.000-07:00

Today was a big mail day since I had my mail held for 5 days from our trip. I received my first Secret Sistah package and some postcards from Canada, Michigan and California too! She is a sneaky sister. And yes, the birthday card came right on time, my b'day is 9/01-thank you!

In my super package I received some pattern sheets (I am making the vest for someone-thanks), a ball of Speed Cro-Sheen (#3 thread), two ginormous hanks of wool for felting, in kelly green and purple (purse in the new FC Easy Crochet is calling), a cool cat pencil, the coolest pin made in Guatemala (two sistahs together), a bead kit for Elena (which she swooned over), a bracelet in denim blue beads (love it) and a container of Adagio Fruit Medley tea! How cool is this, I ask???

Thank you sistah! Since all items came from two countries, I still don't know who you are, but you are sneaky!

Lori

2005-08-28T12:36:00.000-07:00

I just spoke to Lori on the phone and she is scheduled for surgery tomorrow, she basically has to have the whole surgery she had before over again :(

She asked me to let you all know that she can receive email at the hospital: she sounded as if it would really bolster her spirits to get some. They print them out and deliver them to the rooms.

So if you can send her something, that would be great. I just realized that she moved hospitals and I should reverify the link to send the stuff to so I emailed her Pooky and hopefully will have that info soon.

Wish her the best please and send all the positive thoughts you can!

edit: I believe I found it:

http://www.peacehealth.org/apps/PostCard/

she's in Longview; her room number is 606.

Thanks Secret Sis

2005-08-26T11:44:00.000-07:00

In between yells from the ~~spawn~~ boy and yelling at the bank... the mail came. Surprisingly I got somehting that wasn't a bill!
I got Jasmine and Patcholi oils (WOOHOO) a beautiful bracelet and tube of chocolate lip balm!
Thanks Secret Sis

I may have you figured out.

2005-08-26T09:36:00.000-07:00

Maybe. :)

I could be wrong, but I think I have a clue who my SS is now. It's a little something I picked up on. I could be wrong, it's been known to happen. ;)

Mail!!!

2005-08-25T10:32:00.000-07:00

I got my first package, and boy is it great! (There's photos in my main blog post.) *THANKS* secret sister! Wow!!!

Any ideas what I should make from that gorgeous wool hank? Should I go felted or non-felted? Hmmm... decisions!

Checking In

2005-08-23T16:08:00.000-07:00

My thoughts go out to Lori - I'm so bummed out that she's dealing with this again. Yuk.

I'm also about to erase the spam comments - I aoplogize for not being on top of things and getting this done sooner.

One more thing - I'd like to ask you all to take a minute or two to shoot me an email about how you feel your swap experience has gone, thus far. I'm asking this because we're approaching the halfway mark and -

Some disappointment has been expressed, and quite frankly, I'm pissed. I organized this so that we could all have the best time possible, and I feel like it's not happeneing in some areas (extenuating circumstances aside, of course.) I want to know how you're doing, how your partners are doing, everything, so I can give you shit if you're slacking off. *smile*

Consider yourself warned.

I'm going to shop and blow some of my hunny's money... Ah! I've been dying to buy things for ages, it seems like, and I have a feeling this will perk up my not-so perky mood.

Talk to everyone soon!

Lori Back in Hospital

2005-08-22T17:06:00.000-07:00

I received an email tonight from Pookie, Lori is back in Centralia Hospital. If anyone needs the number, contact me.

Spam!

2005-08-22T15:27:00.000-07:00

Yuck! Someone's spamming our comments here! :( Who has the power to delete them?

Got a Package!

2005-08-22T14:58:00.000-07:00

Check out my blogarama for details! Um and notice the Vegetable Liberation Army bag?????

I am sure I know who it is too...hehehe.

Lookie lookie look!

2005-08-18T20:09:00.000-07:00

Oh, does she just not ROCK?! SnaPea Crisps! 3 bags of 'em!

I had discovered these when I was on a business trip to Las Vegas, Trader Joe's had them. Of course, there are NO Trader Joe's anywhere in the state of freaking Montana, figures! God, I am so in love! I haven't had any of these in ages!

Let's see..she also sent some TLC Macaroon yarn (never seen it here, looks awesome!) "Cool Crochet", a book, bookmark, cars for Jacob, fruit leather and some teapot shaped jewelry findings!

*faints and twitches with happiness*

Truly, awesome! My husband had the package and brought it to me at work but took the liberty of scratching out the postmark beforehand. He said "I know where it came from!" Booger. :)

Thank you again Dear Secret Sistah, you made my day!

OOoh the anticipation!

2005-08-18T18:31:00.000-07:00

I got an email from my 'secret' sister, letting me know she's putting a little sumthin' sumthin' together to send my way! Woo-Hoo! I can't wait!!

I'm also ~~not so~~ patiently waiting for payday so I can take care of some shopping for my sistah. I've got some yummy things planned that I hope make her day!

BTW - that poncho is so gorgeous Ro - what type of yarn is it?

You guys think your pooh doesn't stink, eh????

2005-08-18T12:42:00.000-07:00

Okay, since no one responded to my last post, it confirms you are all in on it~! I received another card today from my SP, same wonky handwriting (or printing as this case may be). It was postmarked "LA, CA" which means Regina is in on it! I am intriqued and bugged now, thank you sistahs!

P.S. When sending a round postcard or abnormally shaped one, you must add a hand posting fee of 12 cents, so yes, it came postage due with an envelope paper clipped to it!

The suspense is killing me! ;)

2005-08-18T09:24:00.000-07:00

Yesterday I came home from work and there was a slip in the mailbox that says I have a package!

I seriously considered hunting my mail carrier down and slashing his tires. Gah! :)

The husband is going to go collect it this morning, I can't wait!

And to answer your question Dear Secret Sistah, I have absolutely no clue who you are!

Thank You

2005-08-17T05:27:00.000-07:00

I just wanted to Thank my secret Sister for sending the ecard hug. Not only was it a cute as heck card it was timely as yes, you were right, I could use it.
Thanks

Thank you!

2005-08-17T02:01:00.000-07:00

Thank you to my Super Secret Sistah for the gorgeous poncho...pink with really cool iridescent beads on the bottom...soooo beyoootiful!!! Thank you! :)

I got a package!

2005-08-14T14:41:00.000-07:00

I got off work Friday early (so I could shop for an outfit for a sorta-date/hangout). When I got home, I had the most perfect gift from my secret sister...she sent a wonderful package full of my favorite things. Nag Champa incense (burning kind AND a sachet which I think I may put in my car). There were vanilla candles, there was an anti-stress mud pac facial, pink grapefruit & balm soothing foot soak and spearmint & balm foot lotion, aromatherapy herbal mineral salts, some STRENGTHENING nail polish (nice touch, and perfect color, very natural) and some of those soft spongy toe separator thingys. She didn't forget my favorite candy (Bit O Honey & Hazelnut Ferrero Rochers). Needless to say, I knew I had a take a photo right away because I already used it and the candy....well, some of it didn't even make it to the photo. In spite of the fact that there were NO SPARKS (I'm praying he doesn't call) on the date, I went in feeling pampered and really good about myself.

Why Are You Picking on Me???!!!

2005-08-13T13:17:00.000-07:00

Okay, girls.....I get it now......I am the picked on sister, huh????? First a postcard from the Research Triangle in NC (I've been to Greensboro, so I know where it is), then today, one from Royal Oak, MI-no clue what that's inb proximity to. Then I figured it out (I think) Funky printing, Secret Sistah signed, from different locations across the country~you turds!!!!! Whose idea was this????? You will torture me til October won't you?????? I'll get you, somehow, someday I will~~~~~ (pounds my chest dramatically~)

What's Your Favorite Sister Movie or Book?

2005-08-12T14:24:00.000-07:00

I had the inspiration to add a random quote script on the sidebar beneath the Archives section. Each time you load the page you'll see a new sister related quotation.

What my inspiration was is that as I was cleaning my computer room and putting books back on the shelf, I saw my all-time favorite sister related book, The Color Purple. Then I was thinking about the movie adaptation which I feel captured the feelings of the book. I loved the music in the movie and bought the soundtrack to it. I once owned a copy of the soundtrack; I'll probably download it from iTunes one of these days.

So, my dear sisters, I'd like to know what is your favorite sister book or movie?

My sistah rocks!!!!!!!!

2005-08-10T04:38:00.000-07:00

I haven't taken pics yet, but I received a fantastic package yesterday.

A lavender-scented eye mask (perfect for anti-stress therapy), 2 uber-soft balls of yarn, a great card (yes, hell means no Starbucks), these super-freakin' cool magnets (going straight to the classroom, these babies are too good for my messy fridge), the cutest kitty cat post its and DARLING cat charms.

thank you!!! (((hugs))) *mwah*

Spam

2005-08-09T18:24:00.000-07:00

I've been making my rounds on some of my fellow sistah's blogs and see that spammers have managed to make comments, even when it's been set to blogger users only. Sheesh! We aren't safe if that is happening. Too bad there isn't a repellant for them. If they manage to invade Haloscan comments and Typekey I think we're all doomed!

For Once I "heart" My Mailman!

2005-08-08T12:31:00.000-07:00

I got both the packages my secret sistah sent out to me today.

I was so tickled as I haven't been getting anything at all other than bills.
I got some yummy yarns, (The chenille is some I have been eyeballin on ebay, looking at it in person I may haveta just break down and get a cone!) A Lion King pbn for the boy (he loves it) some bath fizzes(smells wonderful), and Vogue knitting's "Crocheted Scarves- on the go"
I'm on top o' da world thank you so much!

My Secret Sistah....

2005-08-08T12:09:00.000-07:00

can read my mind. I was at Walmart today getting some things for Erica since she's sick, and for the umpteenth time I was debating on buying a cd I've been wanting for a while. I didn't get it (again) and when I got home there was a box from Amazon in my door waiting for me. I open it up, and what is it??? The same cd I've been coveting. Sugarland, Twice the Speed of Life. Yep. She can read my mind. I have quite a few cd's on my Amazon list, and my sistah picked the one I wanted the most. Thank you so so much Secret Sistah, it made my day. You rock!!!!!!!!!!!!

Happy Birthday

2005-08-08T08:54:00.000-07:00

Happy Birthday Natalie!!! I hope you have a wonderful day!!!

**Hugs**

Sweet Saturday!

2005-08-06T07:29:00.000-07:00

I didn't think Saturday would ever get here! The stores await and this money is burning a hole in my purse! My secret sistah is the greatest....She's sent two really cool e-cards and an email already. I really am starting to get curious and can't wait to find out who she is. Thank you girl!

Secret Sistah That We MUST Invite

2005-08-05T19:10:00.000-07:00

I'd like to recommend inviting CroshayQueen from C'Ville to join us, and I'd like to request her as my secret sistah for the second round because she makes such awesome clothing! I am jealous of not having the talent to design things! I can only do something if I have a pattern to work from.

We already have other designers as part of the sistah-hood (Lady L and Twink). I think we need to have another join our ranks. (If you do design your own patterns and I didn't name you no offense, I still am getting know some of you.)

Yeah, I haven't made the banner graphic yet, or tweak the template. I've got a big wedding tomorrow and have been scurrying to prepare for that. It's not a simply ceremony either. The pay is good so I can't complain!

Hey Twink can I be your evil twin sistah known as Tweak?

What a week!

2005-08-05T10:34:00.000-07:00

Hey all! First, I want to send a huge thank you to my super secret sister, I've heard from her every day, and she has already sent something my way!! Whoo! I am so excited!! I am going shopping this weekend for my sister too. I am thinking...maybe I should order something online and send it so I won't give myself away with the package...lol. We'll see.
Natalie, hope all goes well with the job.
I hope all the sistahs out there have an awesome weekend!! I love this!

Friiiiday!

2005-08-05T09:00:00.000-07:00

Finally!

I just wanted to say that I'm loving my Secret Sistah muchly. She's awesome!

And I have NO CLUE who she is. Not even an inkling. :)

Chocolate

2005-08-05T05:52:00.000-07:00

A post Deneen made at her blog reminded me... sadly, chocolate can't stand the heat of a NC summer (or early fall for that matter), so my secret sister probably shouldn't send me any. Unless, of course, it's packaged in a plastic bag, where it's easier to slurp up the liquid chocolate. ;)

Thinking Ahead

2005-08-05T00:21:00.000-07:00

Admittedly, I'm an ~~anal~~ Virgo who likes to plan ahead. What I am thinking ahead is, even though we've just started with this exchange, and the likelihood is we'll continue it, how should we go about adding new sistahs? Will it be by invitation only, should we solicit for new sistahs, or do a combination of both?

What I like about how we are now is that we're a small group of sistahs who know each other--well, I confess I am getting to know some of you--and I think if we get too large it will be challenging to stay updated on everyone's blogs. However, if we remain too small then we'll run out of swapping possibilities (eventually).

As my brain fades into late night oblivion, what do you all think?

So much fun!

2005-08-04T15:05:00.000-07:00

I'm already having SO much fun hunting up ideas for items with which to surprise my Sistah...I sure hope she'll like em! I hope to send off a bit of something real soon for her and hope that I'll hear from my own swap sistah too soon cause I haven't heard anything yet but I know I just signed up :)

Thanks again Natalie for organizing this it's so much fun! :D

love
twink

hmmmm

2005-08-04T12:26:00.000-07:00

is it wrong of me.. to tease you all ? and tell you I have a super secret diabolical plan that makes me laugh maniacally as I think more and more about it ?

Preparing!

2005-08-03T18:50:00.000-07:00

I did my first real bit of shopping for my pal tonight! I'm hoping that I'll be able to send out a package before the end of the week, even if it is a small one. I'm having so much fun with this!!

And I just can't resist sharing with you all - while I was at work tonight, I was approached about another job!! This guy was impressed with how "sharp" and "quick" I was, talents I wasn't sure were displayed running a cash register! Apparently he's a founder/CEO of some sort of auto sales mag... He gave me his card and told me to call if I was "looking for something different" - so first thing tomorrow morning, you know what I'll be doing!!

Talk about opportunity banging on my forehead!!

Spoiled! Much!

2005-08-03T09:09:00.000-07:00

I got a questionaire in my email this morning from my secret sistah and she said she had sent a teaser package ALREADY!!!!
HOLY COW!

I'm so excited!
thank you thank you thank you

2005-08-02T20:40:00.000-07:00

I got an e card from my secret sistah, I actually got in a few days ago and just now checked my mail, it had gone in with junk mail...it was one of the really cool animated kind. I don't have a clue who my sister could be and I'm fighting the temptation to investigate and take a guess.

I'm A Good Girl, I am!

2005-08-02T20:20:00.000-07:00

I got sidetracked today from working on the template. I did start to create the title banner. The culprit was going into town to shop for my C'Ville partner (I bought nothing for my secret sistah ;-) wink, wink ;-).

How much arm twisting did it take to get Twink to join us, Natalie? I'm think it took a very big bribe indeed! 'Fess up now! I know she comes at a high price.

Hear Ye, Hear ye!

2005-08-02T16:55:00.000-07:00

What? What was that you said, about missing someone? Could it have been Pink Twilight?

[nodding]

Ask and you shall receive!! :)

Welcome, to our newest Sistah, Pink Twilight!!

[much cheering]

Good Morning!

2005-08-02T07:31:00.000-07:00

I had a cheerful e-card in my inbox this morning, thank you! It perked me right up!

I am loving this smaller group of ladies, it is just so much fun! :)

I'm putting together a package for my sistah, there is one thing in it that I am so excited to send her because, well because! ;)

Have a great day all!

Pink

2005-08-02T05:17:00.000-07:00

I miss Pink Twilight too.

I'm up for confusing Deneen too... let me know if I can help!

Speaking of keeping people confused, I think that if we do happen to figure our sister out, we probably shouldn't tell everyone else who it is... that makes it that much easier for the rest to figure theirs out (since it's another person that it *isn't*).

I too miss the Pink Lady

2005-08-02T03:22:00.000-07:00

I totally miss Pink Twilight being a part of this.
I am already gathering for my Secret Sistah! It's exciting as this is the only swap I am in, I opted out of the SP round to help Tiff run it as this time as she has so many people in it.
I'm hoping to keep my secret identity until my first package arrives at it's local.... But where will that be??? Hmmm.....

She's Sorely Missed

2005-08-01T22:58:00.000-07:00

I am noticing that I really miss someone who is part of our sistah-hood and opted not to join us because of financial reasons. Her new nickname is Pink Twilight. I wished she could be part of us.

I think we should all mess with Deneen's mind so she'll be so confused about who her secret sistah is! We can keep her guessing!

I'm going shopping tomorrow to get a few goodies for both secret pal swaps. This time from C'Ville I got a relative newbie and she's an older lady and has no blog. It's really difficult to get to know someone when they don't have a blog. I almost think that having a blog or website should be a requirement for the secret swaps. The questionnaire leaves a lot to be desired as it can't capture a person's personality very well. That's why I like the idea of this swap---we know each other.

Tomorrow I'll work on the blog's template a bit. I'll be keeping with the theme of the button so I'll let you know when it is ready.

2005-08-01T20:42:00.000-07:00

Hey gals! Glad to see that everyone made it here okay!

I've gotten pretty lenient feedback about the linking issue, so I think we'll just go ahead and link the button to this blog, no password. It's nice and simple that way! If you need the code or help getting it up on your blog, email me!

I'm super happy to see that everyone is as excited about this as I am - I personally am psyched about the name I drew and can't wait to start getting a package together for her.

I'm also pleased to see the plotting and deception that's going on already! It's going to be very hard for me to keep my big fat mouth shut!! And it's only the first day...

Gotta get to bed!

2005-08-01T20:34:00.000-07:00

I had to work late tonight, so I couldn't officially shop, but I already have 2 things for my secret sister, one of which I made. This is going to be fun and I'm so glad to get to know everyone!

Secrets.. the good kind...

2005-08-01T18:57:00.000-07:00

heheh.. i am not one usually for keeping too many secrets but.. this is the good kind !!

I have already started gathering for my first packeage.. it may even go out as soon as wednesday .. *evil grin inserted here *

this is gonna be such fun and torture.. especially Deneen.. cause she wants to know who has her.. but doesnt at the same time.. taunting will be fun .. i know I am evil.. *muahhahahhha*..

I am just glad to be part of a small group that really cares and "knows" each other.. I really prefer this.. and it doesnt seem as tedious or overruled by rules.. so nice..

I am sure i will find fun and amusing ways to torture my secret sistah .. and I am sure whomever has me will find ways to do the same..

let the games begin girls !!

forgot to mention .. i even made a special place in my blog roll .. just for secret sistah blogs.. *awwwwww*

Hey.........alright!!!

2005-08-01T17:28:00.000-07:00

Let the spoiling begin!!! Already letting my mind wander with ideas. Dangerous, I know.
Already heard from my sistah, who left me smilin :)
Great lookin blog...great lookin people, what more could you want???
To know who has me, that's what....lol. I love it!!!!!!!!! Whoo!

Looks around

2005-08-01T16:41:00.000-07:00

Heeey, cool new digs!

Glad to be here! Hoping to have an official job word soon, when I do my "secret" sistah will get to benefit from my (hopefully) good news.

Woohoo!!

2005-08-01T16:31:00.000-07:00

*buttdance*

Ahem.

I'm way to amused right now y'all, just excuse me!

I got the best e-mail from my sistah this morning, it made my day! :)

Hi Everybody!

2005-08-01T16:12:00.000-07:00

Hi all!

I'm here, plotting my next move and trying to figure out who the hell has me.............................................................

Welcome!!

2005-08-01T13:47:00.000-07:00

This is the new blog officially for the Secret Sisters swap! [Cheering] This blog can be used to post thank yous, pictures, ponderings... whatever you want.

So, go ahead - post away!!

I want to see how long it takes everyone to figure out their partners... no bribes, please. ;)