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MonkeyMom23

MonkeyMom23
Date Joined: November 29, 2023
Last Online: September 6, 2026
Birthday: April 30
Country: United States
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About Me

Note: 6/11/26 I had to take a tiny few weeks break due to a ruptured ovarian cyst and being told I have another that grew right back. Plus, my kiddo getting really sick. I know that puts a gap in swaps that I signed up for.

I promise to send out on time to the best of my ability. If for some reason I can't, I will always contact you!!!

With that said...

I’m a 32F married and new mom to a happy as can be little boy. I wanted to start doing this to help bring more adventure to my days as I am a SAHM/WAHM (work at home mom).

I’m a CYT-200 and Reiki master. Working to become a sound healing practitioner and learning Bach Flower Remedies and Aromatherapy. I absolutely love the sound of crystal singing bowls! I guess you could say I love the spiritual side of life. Chakras, Meditation, Yoga, Tarot, Crystals, ETC.

I am a Pagan/Wiccan and have been for many years. I love to learn more about other forms of Paganism. I am a combo of Green and Celtic witch (my family is actually from Ireland, and it helps keep me connected to my great-grand father who is no longer with us). I am very earthy in nature. I love plants, gardening, herbs and tea making. I love reading Tarot (and collecting decks). I am an avid crystal collector. I love learning about crystals, plus they are really shiny. I love learning about different paths/traditions.

I am a plant collector. I currently have about 7 plants in my collection. Mostly low-light plants because of how my house was build. I am OBSESSED with learning about Forest-Bathing (Shinrin-yoku) and how nature impacts our wellbeing. Currently reading/researching the effects of grounding.

Mutt lover (pit/lab mix), her name is Izzy! She is almost 10yrs old. She loves squeak toys and chicken jerky.

I have an amazing 1yr old and he is a handful. He has been loving all the happy mail we are getting. He currently loves Bluey and Hey Bear (dancing fruit videos) but I know that will change some day just not today. He loves books and we visit the library weekly. Anything with lots of pictures but currently sensory books (like the Never Touch A series). We are currently loving bubbles and spend lots of time outside. If you feel like sending something, little toddler actitivties would be great!

I love to read!! I read a mix of witchy fantasy and dark fiction (Alice Hoffman, Chuck Palahniuk, Anne Rice, ETC.) and non-fiction self-help/spiritual type books. I also love books on herbalism, magic/paganism, and yoga.

I love spring and fall. Spring is when I get to play in the garden, flowers start blooming, and it starts to warm up just a little to spend more time outside. Fall has beautiful colors! It's cooler have a hot summer, still able to be outside watching the trees change color. I don't handle super hot or super cold weather because of my chronic illness but the in between season are my favorite! I love all things fall: pumpkins, sweaters, Halloween (but like cute not gore type Halloween!)

My FAVORITE series of all time is Harry Potter. I am a happy little Hufflepuff. The books are better, there I said it. I do love other nerdy series like LOTR, my husband has gotten me into Star Wars, and we enjoy The Hobbit.

I love to cross stitch. I like Harry Potter, nerdy (I've stitched Falkor from Neverending Story), witchy, gnomes, or floral/botanical type patterns. I'd love to find patterns for The Labyrinth, Lost Boys, the Black Cauldron & Goonies!! So, if you know where I can find them let me know! I collect needle minders, fabric (any count), and thread colors (you never know when you will need them).

My favorite color is PINK, but I really like the more neutral tones like Dusty Rose. NOT hot or bright pinks. I also really love earthy tones like green and brown.

I’m allergic to wool. I don’t like plain vanilla scented/flavored anything. I am not a fan of grape flavored anything. Please do not send anything that smells really heavy of smoke, I have asthma. Really strong scents trigger migraines.

Things I'd like to receive if doing profile based or RAK:

  • Tarot Card(s)/ Decks

  • Cross Stitch anything

  • Your favorite nerdy quote

  • Bookish anything

  • A note with something you are grateful for written on it

  • Book Recommendations

  • Stationary Paper

  • PCs (botanical, HP, bookish, etc)

  • Witchy/Spiritual related items

  • Answer the Question: What would I do if nothing was holding me back?

  • Anything Bluey for my Monkey (that's my son's nickname)

Please do not send me:

  • Any candy, sugar can cause a migraine

  • Anything religious, unless it is swap specific

  • Reward stickers, I don't really have a use for them

People who have flaked or not rated:

-carpediem24 hasn't rated and was partially suspended. resent 3 times and each time they say they never got it followed by no reply back for Postcard with a Feb Book recommendation

-inglesconmoni hasn't rated or replied back since Sep on 3 things in an Envie INTL #24

-MrsCrafty has not rated or responded to DM since Sep on Booklines by email no.3

-Luffyzoro (account was deleted before you rated me), CPG-N:ABC's of Me #10 US

-Victoriavida flaked on 3 Things in an Envelope INTL #24

-Southernwitchkike hasn't rated or been active since 4/14/24

-hyenaVI hasn't rated (questions with interesting answers-email) and has been partially suspended

-SamanthaJane hasn't rated (Frankendeck Tarot Swap #29) ive tried contacting and no reply. She also hasn't been in since beginning of April.

-apnove hasn't rate Frankendeck Tarot Swap #64, have contacted but hasn't been on since late Oct.

Ratings

kristyrogers rated for Accountability Swap 2026 #16 on Aug 31, 2026
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Comment: You're doing great!
LyrasHope rated for July 2026: What did you read? on Aug 16, 2026
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Comment: Thanks for sharing your list! Gotta love The Princess Bride. Happy reading!
MamaKek rated for Accountability Swap 2026 #15 on Aug 16, 2026
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Comment: Sounds like you had a productive 2 weeks and have some exciting things on the horizon!
WitchyEm rated for Accountability Swap 2026 #14 on Aug 4, 2026
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Comment: Don't worry about not finishing Jurassic Park. I have never read anything by Michael Crichton that didn't try to put me to sleep. My grandmother loved his books though. " Dried herbs from garden" I really need to put this on ly list for next time.
WitchyEm rated for June 2026: What did you read? on Aug 4, 2026
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riftvegan rated for July 2026: What did you read? on Aug 3, 2026
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Comment: So interested to hear about your "Did Not Finish" thoughts!! I have a hard time giving up on books... there's always that thought of "Maybe it'll get better" in the back of my mind. :) My brother read The Princess Bride, a while ago and was trying to explain that the author, S. Morgenstern is fictional and part of the story!! That amuses the heck out of me, and I cannot understand why I have not read this book, myself!! Anyway, thanks for your list, and good luck finishing up your reading challenges!
kasjunja rated for June 2026: What did you read? on Jul 31, 2026
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Comment: Interesting list - it inspired me to return to the classics in August.
Response: Glad you were able to find the email! Ive been diving into the classics this summer for a challenge through my local library. Sometimes I think it just makes me appreciate books more.
kristyrogers rated for Accountability Swap 2026 #13 on Jul 30, 2026
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Comment: Congrats on a great job!
Response: Thanks so much!
Vempire rated for June 2026: What did you read? on Jul 5, 2026
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Comment: I am also trying to read a few more classics, I am listening to 1984 by George Orwell at the moment!
Response: oh, that's a good one too!
MamaKek rated for Accountability Swap 2026 #12 on Jun 30, 2026
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Comment: Great job tackling your list. I agree, June disappeared!
wanderingio rated for Accountability Swap 2026 #6 on Jun 18, 2026
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MamaKek rated for Accountability Swap 2026 #11 on Jun 15, 2026
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Comment: Fabulous job tackling your list!! So glad to see you back 😊
Response: Thanks! It feels good be to back and on track lol.
riftvegan rated for Accountability Swap 2026 #5 on Mar 15, 2026
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Comment: oh no, so sorry the fam was still bleh with all the different illnesses. That's hard, but you powered thru and got a lot done. I genuinely hope everyone recovers completely and feels better!!
colleenbUSA rated for Accountability Swap 2026 #4 on Mar 3, 2026
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Comment: I'm glad to hear everyone is on the mend. Great job on your list considering!
03Scarlett rated for Accountability Swap 2026 #3 on Feb 15, 2026
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Comment: Not to worry about having to put some things off from our list, eventually we'll catch up on them. πŸ˜€ Have a great week! 🌹🌹🌹
Response: Sometimes life just says nope but there is always next time.
ScrapHappyGabi rated for Frankendeck Tarot Swap #78 on Feb 7, 2026
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Comment: fantastic series! ThanK YOU for hosting!!! Love the cards and yes, made a super fun frankendeck! xx G
Response: Im so glad you liked it!
wanderingio rated for Accountability Swap 2026 #2 on Feb 1, 2026
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Comment: congrats on being clear about what your priority is and checking those items off, I bet it's not easy. it was nice to be your partner, and wish you future success with accountability as well :)
colleenbUSA rated for Accountability Swap 2026 #1 on Jan 20, 2026
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Comment: Great job on your list!
Response: Thanks! It always feels good to cross things off.
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kristyrogers rated for Accountability Swap 2025 #24 on Jan 12, 2026
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Comment: Great job!

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Comments

BubbLeGumGirLie on Jan 1, 2025:

Happy new year. May 2025 bring you happiness and health. :)

Sending a big hug across the ocean.

Have a great start of the new year!

MuggleMom on Jul 31, 2024:

Happee Birthdae Harry

Thanks for joining the HP birthday swap!!

xx

MuggleMom

PinkPengin on Jun 1, 2024:

Just want to say hi and thanks for starting the tarot frankendeck swap series... I'm really looking forward to this!

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