25 Random Things
I've been tagged a million times for the "25 Random Facts" note on Facebook. Normally I ignore those things but the peer pressure is just too much. (Well, that and I've got nothing else to write about at the moment.) Unfortunately, probably due to a combination of this blog, my big mouth and a relatively boring existence, I'm having trouble coming up with 25 random facts that are still...well...interesting. Here goes:
- In Elementary School, I was voted "Most Likely to Become the First Woman President of the United States." In High School, I was voted "Most Likely To Succeed." Apparently even at a young age, I was
a natural leadera know it all. - Funny enough, I still have no idea what I want to be when I grow up. Is it too late to figure that out? I wish I had a job that was easy to explain and made a difference in the world. Like firefighter or nurse. But without the fire and blood.
- I would love to write a book but have no idea what it would be about. Give me some ideas and I'll totally dedicate the book to you. No monetary compensation however. I'm cheap.
- Speaking of cheap, I don't gamble. The risk of losing my hard earned money outweighs the hope of making more.
- I'm not very good at thinking on my feet which means I'm much more articulate in writing than in person.
- Because I'm not very good on my feet, I worry about how I'm going to answer those big, spontaneous questions from my kids. Like "where do babies come from?" Do you think I'll be able to spend a couple of days writing out the answer and then submit it for their consideration?
- I love public speaking. If I know the material and have a general idea of what I want to say, I can usually muddle through any speech fairly well. Which completely contradicts #5 I know. What can I say? I'm complicated.
- I met my hubby at age 16 and married him at 21. Let that be a warning to all of you who have teenagers. Their BF/GF may be their future spouse so be nice.
- My hubby wanted to have kids immediately after marriage (keep in mind we were 21). I wasn't even sure I wanted kids at all.
- I don't miss the pregnancy part of parenthood at all. Adoption has it's advantages and that's a big one in my book!
- I hate being embarrassed. And probably embarrass too easily. To the point that I re-hash the most insignificant things in my mind for years.
- I love to sing but after a bad choir experience in college, I've lost my nerve to sing in public. (See #11) But my hubby and kiddos get an earful. Lucky them!
- I love to dance but only with a choreographed routine. Freestyle is not my style, yo.
- (10 more, are you kidding me?!) I love musical theater and movies and tv with dancing. Bring back "Fame!"
- I wish I knew how to sew. I'm not sure what I would make but it would be handy to at least be able to alter some pants or make some curtains.
- My style is pretty much copied from things I see on mannequins or on websites. I wish I had the ability to pull together a unique style all on my own.
- Similarly, I'm a lousy interior decorator. I try to buy accessories but never seem to find a home for them. And much of my furniture is still hand-me-downs.
- I wish I were a better listener. I have a nasty habit of finishing people's sentences as though I know exactly what they're going to say. I annoy myself but can't seem to stop!
- I think I talk too much. Questions rarely have a simple yes/no answer with me.
- I can remember any personal story anyone has ever told me. And I have a great memory for numbers. I'm not sure how either of these is helpful.
- I don't drink. (Probably goes back to #11) This has been known to cause animosity at work events where drinking is involved. People assume that I'm storing up their crazy drunken behavior for blackmail purposes or something. Maybe I am, maybe I'm not...
- I have no perception for social nuance or hidden agendas. None. You've gotta spell it out for me people.
- I'm not a good napper. It takes too long for me to turn off my brain.
- I don't like massages for the same reason.
- (FINALLY!) I've never been worried about job security. I always considered my jobs indispensable. Until now. Now I'm worried.
Random is an understatement for this list. If you made it to the end, you deserve a medal. You'll have to settle for this: it's over, you made it, well done!
2 comments:
They are bringing back Fame! As a movie anyway -- maybe the series will follow! And where's my medal? ;)
I loved reading your 25 random things...some made me giggle...other made me panic. Hopefully #25 will work itself out. This economy is a little scary right now - but we'll keep buying Nike if that helps! :-) Hang in there...can't wait to see you in a couple of weeks! :-)
I think you forgot a couple..like how you used to use baby oil and brown like bacon in the sun. How we could never get you to stop reading as a kid...or how you had the bestest big sister ever (hehe)...or ... :-)
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