Saturday Spotlight: Life Behind the Blogger

Susan from Must Love Junk, and myself (Kris) Junk Chic Cottage wanted to do a regular feature on our blogs, something unique that hasn't been done before.   So we came up with an idea to 'spotlight the real life behind the blogger' in a more personal way.

There is so much talent and inspiration in blogland, and we thought it would be fun to bring you a closer look at the person behind the blog.

Every week on Saturday we will spotlight a blogger and have them tell us a little bit about themselves and their blogs.  You will be able to see and read about each of the bloggers on both Susan's and my blog.

Saturday October 4
Debbie: Debbiedoo's

Welcome to another Spotlight Saturday.  I am so excited to introduce you to this special blogger.  Her name is Debbie and she blogs over at Debbiedoo's.  I am sure a lot of you know her blog because it is fantastic and full of great crafting.  Debbie is so talented and fun.  Debbie has a special place in my heart because she helped me when I first got started in blogging in her newbie feature.  Debbie's newbie feature introduced me to a lot of you in blogland and for that I am so grateful.  After one conversation with her you will feel like she has been your friend for life.  She has a big heart and a great sense of humor.  So here is her feature enjoying learning more about her.

Hi there everyone!

My name is Debbie better known in these parts as Debbiedoo's.

When Kris asked me to be a part of her Saturday spotlight, I without hesitation said yes.  Not because I like talking about myself, because, really, it is kinda weird and uncomfortable for me. But because I really like Kris and Susan:)

I have been blogging for a over 3 years now, and still very much have a passion for it.  I started off sharing our home and all the ways I change things.  However, that quickly died off when I realized I don't have ever changing decor or  deep pockets.  I went in a different direction, and started crafting more.  Honestly, I stunk at crafting {in the beginning}and felt much more comfortable sharing our home and decor, but again, that was getting old for me, and although, a big hobby of my husband and I's is thrifting, there is only so many places, nooks and crannies and corners I can fill.

My favorite season is Fall, and you can come on over and see all the Fall decorating I have been up to.

LOTS! All on a budget too.

I have been married for 18 years to one handsome fellow and have two very handsome boys {who look like their Dad} ages 16 and 12.  The dynamics of our home is quickly changing and I am feeling a bit emotional about that.

Did I mention I am going thru menopause?

Well, yes indeed I am, and it stinks, as many of you know and have been there, so I feel quite comfortable sharing that with you.  My moods are shifting, my butt is spreading, and boobs, well, where are they? Oh yes, there they are I just had to pick them up off the floor, and they aren't even that big!

I have developed some strange fears and phobia's that many people don't even know about. Ya know, not something you want to share every day that you are turning into a whackadoo:)   I act cool,  calm, and collected  most of the time and appear to be very outgoing, all the while, would rather be at home with my little family taking over the kitchen crafting.

It just calms me:)

In  my past life, I actually worked in the Medical field.  My last job was for a female oncologist.  I worked there for 8 years and I actually enjoyed the field.  I would say I enjoyed the patients.  I became very close to many and even though that was over 16 years ago, I think of the many who touched my heart.  That job, certainly humbled me, and made me appreciate the gift of life and love that I have been given.  Did I mention, I get wishy washy too now, yeah, that darn menopause thing again.

I truly love blogging and have met so many of fine folks out here.  I would say I get to know you pretty quickly just after a visit or two. There was a time I was all about newbies, hosted parties and basically scouted out the net for newbies.  True, I did, I wanted everyone who started  a blog to feel warm, welcomed, and to feel a part of the the sphere. Because, honestly, when I started, I was scared, felt alone, and who would even read me anyway?  I did that for about two years, basically until I exhausted myself.  I realized, I had to start thinking about my blogging and the direction I wanted to take, and knew, these girls would be just fine without me.  Many are, and many I still see blogging away and I have continued my treasured friendships with them.

 So that's the deets on the DOO!

Hope to see you over at my place sometime.

I have a gallery filled with my own ideas, crafts and thrifted decor.

You can also follow me around if you want.

Thank you Debbie for your beautiful feature.  Thanks for sharing that you worked for a oncologist years ago.  We have that in common .  I worked as an oncology RN when I first started my career in nursing.  Doing that kind of work does keep life in perspective and it teaches us to enjoy the journey we are on and not to take it for granted.  Thanks for sharing with us today.

Love you girlie!!!!

Kris

:)

Now after learning about Debbie please jump over to Susan's blog and check out Linda from Costal Charm.