Hi there everyone…Tater here to bring you this weeks Sunday Spotlight! When I signed up to do this weeks Sunday Spotlight, I knew exactly who I was going to pick! Today I’m putting the “SPOTLIGHT” on ScrapMatters member “haynay” aka Heather! I’m sure most of you have seen her hanging around here at ScrapMatters…as she is a regular in the ScrapMatters forum, weekly Speed Scraps and challenges! And her gallery???!!!…well let’s just say if you’re looking for some INSPIRATION…you have to stop by because it’s full of FABULOUS LO’s!! Here are a few of my favorite LO’s from her gallery…

See…I told you her LO’s are FAB!! And would you believe that each of these LO’s were done during our Speed Scraps??!! Man, this girl works good under pressure!

Well let’s learn a little more about “haynay” aka Heather…

What is your main job/career?
I am actually an educator by trade. I started out as a 2nd grade teacher, but after getting my masters ended up working at a text book company when we moved to NYC. All of that to say…I am now a freelance writer. I write elementary curriculum for various companies from my house, usually in my pjs or t-shirt/shorts! I feel very fortunate because it has allowed me to stay home with my daughter most of her life and opens me up to volunteer at my son’s school every week.

Are you married/kids/pets?
I am married. My husband, Heath, and I have been married 11 years. Yes, I know we have the same name-everybody LOVES that about us! I almost didn’t go on a date with him because of it. I guess its good that I did!!! We have 2 kids. Hunter, 7, and Madysen, 3. We also have 2 dogs. Emma (I gave her to Heath for graduating from Med School. Her name is Emma for Emergency Medicine-since that is his specialty). Cappy (El Capitan) is my new Yorkie that Heath and the kids gave me for Mother’s Day.

Where do you call home?
I call home Texas (Waco specifically). We currently live near Little Rock, Arkansas. Not sure where we’ll go next.

What are your three favorite foods?
Oh, this is hard! Mexican food-hands down, steak and potatoes, Manicotti

What is your favorite flavor of ice cream?
Ben and Jerry’s Strawberry Cheesecake

Do you prefer salty or sweet snacks?
Salty-please give me chips and salsa!!!

What is your favorite beverage?
Dr Pepper…its is always at my side!

What is your least favorite food?
Seafood-i am SO allergic…not pretty

PC or Mac?
PC

How long have you been digi-scrapping/How did you get into it?
3 months. My SIS-Holly-talked me into it this Spring! I’ve been avoiding it for years b/c I knew I wouldn’t be able to stop once I started…was SO right!

What program do you use to digi-scrap with?
Photoshop Creative Suites 2

Do you snack while scrapping?
yes, sometimes, and eat breakfast, lunch, or dinner if needed!

Describe your scrapping environment. (music? time of day? messy/neat etc)
Oh how embarrassing….Okay, It can be anytime of the day, depending on the day, a lot at night after kids are in bed, till like1-2 in the morning. Sometimes music, but mostly television in the background with anything from Disney, Noggin, baseball, movies on. I am so NOT neat. I try so hard, but it just doesn’t happen. My desk has my 24 inch screen (present from hubby) and laptop computer on top….and is cluttered with drinks, sharpie markers (i hate pens), phone, picture frames, papers, notepads, remote controls (I am looking at it as I type- it is so sad).

What is the most challenging part of scrapbooking for you?
Finding the perfect element/paper/color, etc. I always know what I want in my head, but can’t always find and/or create it to my liking.

What are your hobbies besides digi-scrapping?
paper scrapping, family, reading (not anymore since I started digi-scrapping), I LOVE watching sports-especially college (is this a hobby)…and i cannot forget the Dallas COWBOYS!

What would you like to learn to do (or do better) not related to scrapbooking?
I really have to be a better housekeeper. Its gotten SO much better, but have a ways to go!

What are your favorite books/authors?
I love funny books: Janet Evanovich, Carly Phillips, Jennifer Cruise. But, I also just finished the Kite Runner. Oh My Goodness. It was SO good! If you haven’t read it, please go grab a copy!!!

What are your favorite movies?
Romantic Comedies: You’ve Got Mail, The Holiday, etc. Love a good analytical/mystery (Have you seen the Illusionist…so good!) …this does not include Horror movies. Oh, and I cannot forget, I LOVE all movies that come from Disney. Thank God I had kids so I can take them to see them all, and buy them too!

Is there any “can’t miss” TV shows to you?
Oh yeah! I love, in no particular order, Brothers and Sisters, Grey’s Anatomy, Desperate Housewives, Dirty Sexy Money….and my FAVORITE: LOST! And, I also like Survivor, Big Brother, and my soap: Young and the Restless.

What is your favorite layout in YOUR gallery?
Madysen Garden…It is new. I did most of it with my designs, and it totally takes in what I perceive as my style and the personality of my daughter. It also shows my struggle with adding titles and journaling…neither are natural to me. (maybe that should be my most challenging part of scrapping!)

Do you have a favorite non-scrapping website?
The one I visit most is a google groups site…its the group/message board I have with my closest friends from when I lived in NYC. I couldn’t make through many of the trials of my life without them and our board!

What is your favorite ScrapMatters kit?
So hard! Britt-ish Design’s Dreams Do Come True

Where do you find inspiration?
Everywhere! I remember living in NYC and riding the subway. I used to carry a small notebook that I would sketch LOs and designs in from advertisements, tshirts, everything! Now, I can be reading an email or magazine and see something I like. Yesterday at the pool, I saw a swimsuit and thought…now THAT would be cute paper!!! (I even snuck a picture of it! Yes, I am pitiful!)

Well I hope you all had as much fun as I did getting to know Heather. Big Thanks to you Heather for allowing us to take a peek into your life and gallery! I hope you all have a blessed day and happing scrapping!