I was tagged by
Lydia. And here are 8 random things about me (and some of Brian):
1. When eating, I rotate each bite of food with each various item. And, I do it so perfectly that I rarely has a disproportionate amount of one thing on my plate at any one time. Everything disappears at the same rate. For example, if I have chicken, broccoli, and rice on my plate, it is eaten as: a bite of chicken, a bite of rice, a bite of broccoli, and so on. Whereas Brian eats one thing on his plate at a time – very focused on the one, and then on to the next. He likes to eat salad always first, and in it’s entirety, where I like to slowly eat it throughout the meal.
2. I am a get-up-when-your-alarm-clock-goes-off-for-the-first-time. I prop myself up in bed on my elbow, and it begins to hurt if I don’t get up. I don’t let my head hit the pillow again. Brian enjoys being serenaded by his alarm clock. (He usually always gets less sleep than me, so I understand it’s a bit more difficult to get up).
3. I hate to be cold, and I often am. I must have poor circulation or something. I like to think exercising helps combat that, but I don’t know. Brian on the other hand is my little heater. My common phrase is “Keep me warm. Keep me warm” (in a goofy little voice . . . I have many goofy voices).
4. I’ve moved 10 times in my life. And, I hate moving. And, we just did it. As organized as I try to be, it never really works out like I thought. There’s always more to do.
5. I use a ridiculous amount of ketchup on my hamburger and cheesesteaks. Each bite must have ample ketchup. I don’t really use ketchup on much else. Brian could pass on ketchup; he is a Frank’s hot sauce guy. If Brian’s nose is sweating (from the hotness of his food), he’s in heaven.
6. I don’t wear deodorant, and I never have. Weird, I know. I have a keen sense of smell, and I don’t have BO. I love perfume, and where it all the time. Sometimes in the summer, I’ll wear deodorant for extra measure.
7. I am a clapper. I don’t even know I clap most often. I clap when I’m done a project or finish cooking something or ready to go on to the next thing. Sometimes the clap is accompanied by a little hop of excitement. Sometimes the clap is just out of sheer clapping enjoyment – I have such a loud, crisp clap. Brian loves clapping too – thank goodness!
8. In most life situations, I am observing people and always putting myself in their shoes. Like with a movie, I feel like I’m a character and always thinking what I’d do in that situation (hence, a crier). If a friend or family member is preparing to give a speech or something, I’m often more nervous for them than they are. I think I vicariously live through other people’s decisions, mistakes, life events – almost in a way teaching me. It can get over-the-top though.
The rules:1. Each player starts with eight random facts/habits about themselves.2. People who are tagged need to write a post on their own blog (about their eight things) and post these rules.3. At the end of your blog, you need to choose eight people to get tagged and list their names.4. Don't forget to leave them a comment telling them they are tagged and reminding them to read your blog.
I tag: AC, Kristen, Alina, Brooke, April, Maryanne, Mary Bell, Heather
Happy Thanksgiving!
This year, we decided to do a seven-course dinner again. It is so much fun. After every course, a glass of wine is passed around. Prior to taking a sip, you say something you're thankful for. It can be something simple and superficial, or something profound and sentimental. We had some good laughs . . . and tears. God is good and we have much to be thankful for. Here are some pics:
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