Hello Steem world! 

My name is Caitlyn! I am here because I believe in Blockchain technology and I think that this format is a really great way to use it and learn about it. My hubby @mstafford and my brother @somebuttstuff are already on here and they've convinced me to give it a try. 

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Me & @mstafford

I was resistant at first because I am already juggling other social media accounts... you know the ones I mean- the usual suspects. But this looks like it could be a lot more fun! So, here I am! Be nice to me... I'm new! Allow me to give you a snippet of my story...

I am Canadian, born in the east, raised in the west, and I wouldn't have it any other way. 

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@mstafford & Me

My favourite things are painting, photography, the outdoors, craft beer, coffee, animals, food, and family... so I guess I'm a pretty typical West Coast Millennial! 

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West Coast hiking!

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Beer time!

Currently my education is in fine art and photography, but I have backed off of a career in photography and am attending a new schooling program starting next week that is completely out of my comfort zone. AND- I'm also painting more than ever before! I'll have lots more to say about all that in coming posts. 

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Look carefully! See me shooting? 

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Hassy time!

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Just a real Photo Nerd!

In 2017 I became a Godmother to the most amazing little girl, and I can't wait to watch her grow and be a part of her life. He mother is my best friend- and technically my step-cousin so we are very much a little family, even though she lives in LA... at least it's the same time zone! 

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That's me on the right, and Amanda my bestie and little Pepper, 6 months.

I am excited for all the changes and new adventures that I can see coming my way in 2018! 
Mark (@mstafford) and I are hoping to buy a vehicle this spring that will allow us to get out for more adventures with our two amazing doggos... I'll have much more to say about that later too!

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Helo (with the stick) and Roadie (keeping up!)

So, all in all, I just wanted to shout into the void and see if anything bounces back. I would love to find some amazing people to follow on here... I love people who are makers, crafters, entrepreneurs, artists, activists, foodies, and animal lovers. I hope to encounter big ideas and beautiful art.
Bring it on! I can't wait to see what comes next!

Until the next post! Peace and Love! <3

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