Tagged by Kim

Well, I got tagged again...this time by Kim! It was only last week but I'm just now catching up with posting my seven random things so here goes.

Random Thing One:

Before I was into photography, I used to do collage. Before that, I was a rubber stamp artist. I read the magazines, went to conventions, shopped, swapped, joined online groups and yes, I made plenty of art with rubber stamps. For 15 years I shared this hobby with my Mom, who now houses almost all of the collection we amassed. We stopped counting how many we had when we passed the 20,000 mark...and that was only the wood-mounted stamps (we also had unmounted rubber stored in binders).

Random Thing Two:

One of my favorite things to eat is sour cream. Besides potatoes, I like it on all sorts of cooked veggies, in recipes and as a base for a fruit salad from my Mom's recipe--so good!

Random Thing Three:

I have yet to visit The Grand Canyon. This is one place I would like to see, and it is on my short list along with any other of the National Parks in the USA of places I would love to photograph.

Random Thing Four:

I enjoy short stories. I am amazed at the ability some writers possess to create a coheasive story with well-developed characters--start, middle and finish--in such a limited format. Only drawback is I always want the stories to keep on going...which rather misses the point.

Random Thing Five:

I used to write poetry. Mostly in my high school days and I kept it in albums. I wrote over 200 poems, sometimes two or three per day. I still have the albums in a box in my garage.

Random Thing Six:

I love Paris! The city, not the celebrity. From the time I was old enough to know where it was, I've harbored a desire to experience Paris and perhaps even live there for awhile. I am sure that I, like many, may over-romanticize it but I feel an affinity to The City of Lights--even more so since I've been studying Art History as my major in college.

Random Thing Seven:

I have a fear of deep water. For some it's spiders, others it's heights. For me, it's deep water. The ocean is inspiring and beautiful but I have no desire to be out on (or in) it. Give me a river, lake or pond anytime and as long as I can see land on at least one side of it, I am good to go.

So, there's my seven. Here are the folks I have chosen to tag to share their seven:

Cheryl at Al Ain Notebook
Dennice, author of fringe

Pam of housemartin
Chelsey over at Paper Lady Invites
Lupe of Art Garden

Char who posts her Ramblins...
Emmy Lou aka the Pointless Nostalgic

The Tagging Game "Official" Rules:

1. Link to your tagger and list these rules on your blog.
2. Share 7 facts about yourself on your blog; some random, some weird.
3. Tag 7 people at the end of your post by leaving their name and a link to their blog.
4. Let them know they have been tagged by leaving a comment on their blog.

The photos displayed in this post are from sellers of handmade goods and art on Etsy. Visit their shops at the links listed below and enjoy!

Camera Buttons by Barrel of Monkeys

Simply Scrumptious Sour Cream Coffee Cake from Retro Art Chick

Angel's Landing fine art print by Lee Everett Robinson Photography

Plain Spoke, vol 1, no 1 by Life on Europa

Obsolete by The La La Theory

Burgandy Paris Blues beeswax collage from Jack & Cat Curio

Surf by Tina of Pfeiffer Photos

Surf photo and text for this post copyright pfeiffer photos 2008 - all rights reserved.

Tagged by moxie

While reading through blog comments today I found that I'd been tagged by Leah of moxie photo and design! As such, here is my list of six quirky things about me that might not be well known...until now.

--> I have always enjoyed brussel sprouts; even as a kid. Heat 'em up, put a little melted butter on those cabbage embryos and I'm eatin' happy!

t 2 b: Brussel Sprouts Block Print by Rigel Stuhmiller,Broiled Sprouts by Ben People's Photography

--> I like to organize, to create and implement systems. I have a system for doing housework (and sub-sytems within that system), for writing a research paper, posting to the blog, editing photos, processing orders for our Etsy shop, doing laundry, grocery shopping, taking a shower...you get the idea.

t 2 b: Organizer-Holder by Organize More, Recycled Paper Planner-Organizer by Sally Bean of Little Sprinkles

--> I get a lump in my throat and tear up when I watch the Travel Channel. There are so many places in our world that are so breathtaking it makes my heart ache from the sheer awe and beauty of creation. So many places I'd love to visit, explore, experience and enjoy.

t 2 b: From the lookout tower, Venice Beauty and Overlooking Paris fine art prints by Little Petals Photography

--> I like going to the dentist. I haven't had many issues with my teeth in the 39 years I've been alive and kicking so I suspect I would feel different about it if I had.

t 2 b: Tooth Buddy Pillow by Bell Flower Textiles, Teeth Cards by Two Sarahs

--> I enjoy Opera--my favorite composer is Puccini, my favorite show is Turandot. I worked in the box office at our local opera company for a few years when I was younger, and enjoyed all the "behind-the-scenes" elements. I admire the energy and talent that goes into the performance of an opera. My job at the opera gave me a deep appreciation for the performing arts in general.

t 2 b: The Aria in Love Necklace by The Garbage Goose, Sprout Open Bangles by Brooke Medlin

--> My favorite color (currently) is BROWN. I love how brown is neutral, has so many shades and tones and that it goes well with so many other colors.

t 2 b: Beer 8x8 photo print by f2 images, Pumpkin & Aubergine Notebook by Dancing-Girl Art, The Margot Wrap Wool Scarf by Tickled Pink Knits

So there you have it. Six quirky things about me. Now I will choose five other bloggers to tag and hopefully, we'll find out six quirky things about them.

So...if you're reading this--"TAG, you're it":

Grace Ann, author of Ooh, Vintage!

Pamela aka Pamela Angus

Caroline of Pink Parakeet

Merrie and her Sleepless Mornings
Liz at Mabel's House and

Samantha of Matou en Peluche

Here are the rules:

* Mention the rules on your blog.

* Tell six quirky yet boring, unspectacular details about yourself.

* Tag six others

* Go to each person’s blog and leave a comment that lets them know they are tagged.

The photographs and items featured in this post are handmade with love and care by our fellow small business owners in the shops of Etsy.com. Please click on their names above to visit their shops and give unique, handmade gifts this holiday season!

copyright pfeiffer photos 2008.