I am a retired disabled Registered Nurse.  I worked in the local Emergency Department for greater than 12 years.  I had back problems, which became worse after getting hurt at work lifting a patient who was in cardiac arrest.  When one of the ER doctors went into private practice, he had me go with him as his nurse and I worked in the office for 4 years.  After 4 years I could take the pain no more, so I had major lower back surgery to correct it.  That was 2 1/2 years ago.  I had over 30 hours on the operating table in 2 sessions a week apart, and then had neck surgery 6 months later.  I cannot move my back from the shoulders down due to rods and fusions.  The recovery from the lower back surgery took 18 months!  I am unable to work as a nurse now. 

I have always loved dolls, and fairies, even as a child.  In high school I used to sculpt and decided to try the art again.  I also reborn dolls, and sell doll kits at times here.  Friends & Patients that I had taken care of during my career, find the dolls for me at thrift shops, garage sales, and from family.  They bring them to me, and I make them into doll kits to sell.  This helps give me some income.  

I have sewn clothes since I was 11 years old, an while my children were little, I did sewing for others, and alterations.  I made prom & wedding dresses,( many of which I designed) and other clothing.  This allowed me to stay home with my small children.  I did alterations & repairs for many of the dry cleaners in our area, and also for clothing stores.