For Valentine's Day, we at The Storque thought we'd seek out the Etsy members who are the most beloved (or rather, be-hearted). We tracked five of out of the top twenty most-hearted users and sought them out for interviews. They were totally surprised and pleased to find out!  The third in this series is AliciaBock.

Alicia Bock grew up in Michigan and Florida, surrounded by water and color. Her photography is the search of light and shadows, pretty things in pink, the feeling of the ocean, and a blue moon. She strives to create photographs that evoke memories of our favorite days. Now living in Lansing, Michigan, she daydreams of a life on the Oregon coast.

Without further ado, here is AliciaBock! 

First thing: I can't tell you how thrilled and happy I am to be included in this group! Thanks so much!

Tell us how you first got involved with Etsy.
Late one night (over two years ago) I was reading in some "work from home mom" forum, and saw Etsy mentioned as a new site to open up a shop. I hoped right over to check things out, and opened up my store a few minutes later. I have been there everyday since.

What's your favorite Etsy feature?
Though there are definitely some extra cool ways to search on Etsy, I am simple, and just love the front page. I find most of my new favorite items through it. I am happy to discover something new each time I look.

How do you think you became so beloved in the Etsy community? (You've got a lot of hearts!)
I think I have the best job, and love what I do, and hopefully that comes across in my photographs. But, I also try to put just as much effort into promoting my shop...because what good is a great store, if no one knows it exists.
I am really thankful to have been supported by some great publications and blogs in the last few years who have helped me spread the word.

Do you have an Etsy crush? If so, who?
I must have a thing for girls named Betsy, because I could buy up the entire stores of Betsy Walton
and Betsy from Foundling. I am always excited to see their new products, and they have been the sweetest sellers to buy from.

What are you doing for Valentine's Day?
Probably baking treats with my kids during the day, and snuggling up with the cutest boy ever (my husband of six years) in the evening. We don't really care too much about Valentine's day. But, I love any day that I can use as an excuse to order carry-out for dinner.

Now that you've heard AliciaBock's story, share the love! Get out there and give some hearts, hug a friend or think about a loved one. Aw! Below you'll see some of Alicia's faves.