I AM: Kimberly Dawn Wells

See? Even my lens confirmation says so!

I recently became the Community Organizer for Squidoo. What does this mean for you? More help creating lenses and bringing in lots of fun new groups to share in the Squidoo experience.

If YOU need help using Squidoo, you can learn more about using Squidoo at Do Squidoo: A User's Guide and visit the Squidiction Group!

I started the Security Word Thesaurus as a joke, but it keeps growing with all the cool new words I find!

Ooooooh new buttons to play with! The new Squid Angel program was unveiled by The Megan and I am proud to be an honorary Squid Angel. This means that I get an additional chance to bless a lens I think rocks.

"Oh, a fire WOMAN!" People always seem to get so impressed by this. It's like they suddenly don't know what to call me or how to act. Firefighter is fine.

I joined the Medford Area Fire Department in August, 2004 and it was a blast. I wish it had been busier. People think that's weird. It don't want people to go out and get hurt, but a doctor didn't become a doctor so people could "not get sick," and I didn't become a firefighter so I could "not play with big red trucks, power tools, and massive quantities of water."

In the spring I also work for the DNR as a wildland firefighter. 2006 was my first year doing that and it was a lot of work. Most days we sat at the ranger station from 9 AM to 7 PM, and then JUST as we were getting ready to leave...BEEBEBEBEBEBE off goes the pager. I was lucky in that we didn't have any super large or super long calls, but it does get hard on the career guys who work 50-70 days straight each spring.

I resigned from the department in 2009 to pursue personal and career goals, but I do miss it. I can always go back - volunteer departments can never have enough help with big things go down!

On December 17th, 2004 at 12:15 AM, I finished my first book. It had been 6 years in the making and I finally just decided to sit down and put it into words. Soon afterwards, I decided to quit doing web design and write full time.

Learn more at Kimberly Dawn Wells: Author


I'm an expert author at Work.com where I have an article on Making Money with CafePress

Bonus! I'm the new Editor of the SquidU Review. Check it out if you aren't already a subscriber!

Or Kimmy or Berly.

But never Kim.

Ok, well maybe only online, but still. It's a fascinating thing.

The current version of the Stewie Griffin page has gotten really big! There are so many shirts, posters, toys, and other great Stewie things you can buy online that it filled an entire lens and then some. You can even get Stewie Griffin bath slippers. Interesting.

Stewie Griffin: The Family Guy's Diabolical Baby Genius

When I was in high school I dyed my hair brown to cover the grays. Honest! It runs in the family! I am a BIT more lucky in that my hair is more silver than gray, and I don't get the thick, white hairs that stick straight out of your head, but it's gray nonetheless. (Is this my version of male pattern baldness?)

Then about three years ago I started dying my hair red. THAT was fun! Now it's short, curly (naturally), and red, and always attracts attention. What really amazes me is that just after I've dyed it people will say, "Hey, you look good as a redhead." Um...I've had red hair for four years, where have you been?

This is a new photo that I took of myself with my nifty new camera phone. It doesn't do my hair justice...so I'll have to try again once I redye it.

It's true, redheads have more fun

Red is Your Color:

You boast incredible willpower and are capable of overcoming obstacles that would normally leave others shaking in their boots. You have a penchant for colorful environments and often impress others with your energetic bursts of energy. Your interests in many areas of life often leave you scattered, but when you focus you can accomplish anything you put your mind to.

What's Your Color?

Ok, so I didn't become a fan until AFTER I left Detroit, but a hockey team that wins three Stanley Cups in six seasons deserves some recognition. Unfortunately, they got booted from the playoffs last year, but even without long-time Captain Steve Yzerman and Shanahan...well, boo to that - I'm looking forward to a great 2006-2007 season.

Detroit Red Wings News, Facts, and History

Detroit Red Wings Gifts, Toys, and Home Decor

Detroit Red Wings Jerseys, Apparel, and Accessories

Happy birthday to me! The following was sent to me by my buddy Brian in Minneapolis:

Your birthday, June 23rd
Many socialites, including royalty, share this birthday with you, but before you get any ideas and polish your star, let's consider if that's really any advantage. It is, in business and commerce, and when champagne is flowing, but you, dear reader, may not be dipped in sacred rivers and be cuddled in the lap of luxury. Playing the part is fun - and playboy, the lover, Miss Silver Spoon, or Miss America. A lot of your appeal can be traced to your family whom you should always keep happy.

Your good memory and verbal superiority are not always noticed, nor do you use them fully in your career, though you should try to - don't secretly sell yourself short. Be determined to learn, practice, and deliver. Be entertaining as well as entertained, and use your power and control with utmost courtesy.

Love:
You're either too much or not enough in love! You are happiest with partners who accept your needs and mood swings, someone whose patience and understanding are not depressing or too demanding; happiest with a serious older lover. You appreciate and enjoy play-time and private moments and, once committed, hold securely and steady. You don't take affections or emotions lightly, and are philosophical and fun, yet wise.

Money:
You think big and have grand ambitions but often overlook the importance of the little things and get nervous about details. You perform well in structured environments, but not so organized that you lose your freedom to explore and experiment. Don't let the fear of making a mistake keep you from making more money, or moving forward. You're a sublime combination of cooperation and genius!

Read more about my ever expanding snowman collection here.

It started with an Alfred Gockel print from Target and expanded to several artists that I now follow closely. Below are a few of my favorite prints.

Alfred Gockel
Alfred Gockel is an awesome artist who's use of color and style fits so many themes. You can put his work in a classic living room or contemporary office and it fits. Learn more about Alfred Gockel's work.



Natasha Wescoat
Natasha has a special way with colors and circles that draws me in.



Sandra Klingbeil
Sandra is an amazingly talented watercolor artist from my local area.