Hello. I live in Nothern Calif in the Gold Country. How fitting as I sell vintage jewelry, gold, silver, gemstones, and all sparklies. I sell at 2 auction venues, and belong to The VJSE Team On Etsy. We are dedicated to teaching the collectibility, education, and value of vintage jewelry. I first began selling at online auctions on Ebay in 1998 after becoming disabled from a tic bite which caused me to contract Lymes Dx. Before that I worked as a registered nurse for 15 years. I loved my job, but now I am very happy selling Vintage Jewelry. It is a labor of love for me, and I guess you could say I am addicted. I love to help others out if I can, and to hear about your expereinces as well. I am married and have 6 children, and 14 grandchildren,. Yes, I have been busy. All are grown now, and it is just myself and my husband living out in the country on 12 acres. We have many animals goats, chickens, Emus, cats, and my darling 3 chihuahuas. I was breeding them for awhile, but am to busy with other things now. I am also an avid doll collector and have over 500 antique to modern dolls in my collection. I love Shirley Temple dolls, and 1950s teen dolls. I also have MA Dolls of the World. I have one room n my house that is my doll room. Love to talk about dolls and jewelry any time. As you can see I have many varied interests, but my current main interest is VJSE and Etsy. It's exciting, and I'm happy to be a part of it. More to come later*****