Spotted Woman. Where did I get that name?
I get asked this question all the time.
When I was in my 40’s I noticed that my hands were getting mottled.
Off I went to a dermatologist who told me I had “Vitiligo*”. Parts of
my skin were losing their pigmentation. Although not contagious, there
is no reversing the process. I did what any other person would do. I got
a second opinion….from my Mom.
“Oh,” she told me “that’s just something
that happens in our family. It’s not a big deal, and it will keep you
humble.” She was right, other than staying out of the sun and having my
husband call me “Spot”, it wasn’t a big deal. (I am one of the lucky
ones)
I even referred to myself as a Spotted Woman. It didn’t take a big stretch
to name my business after myself. (So much for keeping me humble!)
I started making Wild Women during disaster
deployments with FEMA. Given as gifts, these little ladies were soon in demand.
"Do you have a website?" was a constant question. My wonderful
husband, Ken, put together this website. Along with Wild Women, we've included
other Spotted Woman creations.
I
hope you will find something you will enjoy or will wish to share with others!
DO GOOD! 
Beck Hopkins
The Spotted Woman
*For
further info on Vitiligo, contact Vitiligo Support International -
www.vitiligosupport.org
