: About Me

Hello!
I am 45 a mother of a 26 yr old son and a 22 yr old daughter. I have 2 beautiful granddaughters ages 3 and 6. I am happily married to a man I met on-line. Turned out we went to school together and didn't even know each other. I Love to read and write. I am a Jewelry collector. I like to scrapbook, which goes along with loving to take pictures. I love a deal. I like antiques.
I love animals and have 2 dogs, 2 ferrets, and a cat. I would have more if I could afford to. I am starting on-line college this month and looking forward to it. I am going for web design. I like to do that too, may as well make a career of it.
I like oldies music, good movies, and good books. I Love Life!

My passion is ...

Life

I know too much about ...

Bad things in life.

My parents always told me ...

I was a smart a* kid.

My childhood ambition ...

To be an actress.

My favorite memory ...

Watching my 1st graddaughter be born.

Why I write ...

I like too, its relaxing.

What I am reading/watching/listening to ...

I watch Lost, Heros, Bones, House, Friday Night Lights, And Yes American Idol Fan here! I read most anything, but love Stephen King, John Saul, and Dean Koontz. I like oldies music 50's-early 90's.

My first job ...

Dairy Queen

My best moment ...

Becoming a mother.

My inspiration ...

My kids and grandkkids

Style & Beauty > Jewelry Tips for buying artisan or handcrafted jewelry

3 of 4

I love collecting Jewelry. Especially one of a kind or rare pieces. Handcrafted Jewelry is always made better in my opinion. When it is made by professional crafters. Usually the art is passed down in the family. I buy from E-bay, Garage Sales and Auctions as well as QVC and HSN. Flea markets often are high priced but you can find the occasional deal. QVC and HSN you get brand new for a decent price when buying silver a lot of it is handcrafted. When you go to buy a piece, make sure it is what you will wear. To buy it and not wear it is ashame. Look for any marks to see who made it. Check ...

More..