25 Random Things About Me
1.) I love noodles. It is a comfort food to me. When I am emotional or having a rough day, I usually want a noodle. Any kind of noodle.
2.) My brother and I are 3 years and 51 weeks apart. I was actually due to be born on his birthday, but I came early.
3.) I absolutely love my mother’s laugh. It is loud and infectious and I can’t help but smile when I hear it. I have been told at times that my laugh is similar and I am very happy about that.
4.) I would rather be cold and bundle up in a sweater, comfy pants, socks, scarf, blanket and snuggle than be hot, sticky and sweaty.
5.) I have a jar of peanut butter and spoon in my nightstand. Peanut butter is another comfort food for me.
6.) I love swimming. As a kid, I used to get in trouble when I “fell” in my neighbors pool. I loved playing Marco-Polo and categories. I love playing in sprinklers, having water balloon fights, water guns, hot tubs, long hot showers…come to think of it, I just love water!
7.) Speaking of water, I think water is pretty much one of the most amazing things God created. It is fragile and clear and runs through fingers, yet it is so powerful it can push over cars and trees and forms a body that boats can float on. We are made up of water, we need it in order to survive, yet if we drink too much we can die. It comes in so many forms, like rain, sleet, snow, hail and it can freeze into blocks of ice, then melt away into a river. It blows my mind away!
8.) I like to eat pieces of things two at a time. For example, I like to eat popcorn, M&M’s, peanuts etc. I like to take two and put one of each side of my mouth and chew them at the same time. I feel it evens things out.
9.) My favorite time of year is the Fall. I love when the colors change and the weather is cool enough to wear long sleeves. You can roll your windows down when you drive, sit outside and have a meal or go for walks and get that amazing breeze.
10.) I want to travel to Australia, Africa, Spain, Rome, Paris, Czech Republic, Italy, France, Germany, Ireland and China. I also want to get in an RV and travel to all 50 states and Canada too! (Note: Ahem, my husband just pointed out that I can't make it to Hawaii by RV. But I've been there twice so it's ok.)
11.) I love basketball. I grew up in gyms. I love everything about it. I love the smell of the gym, the sound of the ball hitting the court floor. I used to lie on the gym floor under the bleachers. I loved the feel of the vibrations and the sound of shoes squeaking. I love the game, the discipline it takes to succeed at the game, the rowdy crowd and the sound of the buzzer. Most of all, I love that I have all those cool memories with my father.
12.) I have the most comfortable chairs on the planet. They are called, Cuddlers. They are the greatest recliners ever. If you don’t believe me, come over and sit in one. I promise you will not be disappointed.
13.) I try to relate to money in terms of the $1 menus and McDonalds and Wendy’s. For example, if someone says, “Oh, it only costs $5.00 less”, my response will usually be, “Are you kidding me? That’s 25 chicken nuggets or 5 Double Cheesburgers!”
14.) I can only wear ankle socks with shorts, like when I work out. I cannot wear them when I wear pants or jeans. I only wear long socks with pants or jeans.
15.) I will pretty much do anything adventurous or outdoorsy EXCEPT for bungee jump, base jump or skydive.
16.) I love thunderstorms. As a child, my mom had me sit with her under our covered front porch and we would watch thunderstorms. She said she did this so I wouldn’t be scared of them. I love the sound of rain on the roof, the rumble of thunder and the crack of lightning.
17.) I do not drink coffee or tea. I have tried. Truly. I will admit, I have wanted to be one of those “cool” people walking around with their fancy Starbuck cups. I cannot. If you do see me with this cup, it is filled with Caramel Apple Cider.
18.) My favorite animal is my dog, Chewie. He is the best dog in the world. My cat, Princess Leia, is a drama queen. I’m not gonna lie, I love her too, but not as much as I love Chewie.
19.) I am in the process of getting my Masters in Digital Media. I have been for about 2 years. I have no idea how much longer it will be till I finish. I am in no hurry.
20.) I am supposed to read “Twilight”. I don’t necessarily want to, but so many of the kids I minister to have read this book and I need to be able to relate to them and not feel so dumb when they swoon over Edward.
21.) I have the cutest nephews and niece ever! We can have a contest if you want and Savannah, Slade and Landon will blow everyone out of the water!
22.) At some point in life, I want to be comfortable and confident enough to sing and play for a congregation. I would love to one day lead worship.
23.) I have written 10 songs in the last 9 months about my feelings for God and the impact that He has had in my life. I have number 11 in my pocket right now and I hope to finish it today. I pray that I continue to write, sing and worship Him until my dying day.
24.) I married my best friend, January 17th, 2009. This date was significant because it was exactly one year to the day we met. We married in the church we serve in together. I am truly blessed to have married the love of my life. He loves me just as much as I love him. He loves the Lord more than he loves me, but I come as a close second. I couldn’t ask for anything better than that.
25.) I will strive to be the best wife, mother, and most important, follower of Christ.
