So a friend, of a friend, of a friend… or something like that does this, or started it. And I thought, heck, it is Tuesday and their is 10 inches of snow out, so why not.

Ok, here we go…

1. If you could change anything about your physical appearance, what would it be?

Well, I do know. I have know for a while, and have tried to start the process of change a few times. That is a breast reduction. Yes, folks, more than anything I would love to get that done. I am a female so I will have my moments of dislike and frustration with my body- but the one consent are those two things. There is the ascetic reasons, but also the hope of a pain-free back! But, insurance does not like to cover such “optional” surgeries. Its not like I want more, I want them gone! And, I guess, along the same lines, or really the same region, is my scar from open heart surgery. I thank God every time I see it, that it is only about 5 inches long, but it is still there. And I see it. And everything sort of flashes through my mind in quick secession each time.

2. Is their a habit in others you find most annoying?

I think I agree with my aforementioned friend, I hate text-type! When did people think using numbers or abbreviations was an appropriate way of communication. Okay, maybe I understand if you are actually texted someone, and you are running out of characters. But on Facebook or emails or documents-  use words people!

3. What is your favorite recipe using ground beef?

Burritos baby!! Or hamburgers, that I made, then grilled outside (with the bun), then smothered in ketchup, add a tomato, some fresh lettuce, and well, I am content.

4. What was your favorite book as a kid?

Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe and whole of The Chronicle  of Narnia books by C.S. Lewis. I LOVED that book. I used to go walking around every wooded area I could searching for Aslan. I would sometimes even hide my stuffed animal lion, then find it. Because I was always Lucy, I always believed.

Also, Love you, forever. Wonderful book.

5. Did you work as a teenager and if so, where?

Yes. Ok, here is my teenage resume:

Age 13- present: Babysitter

16-17: Lifeguard at Eagle Creek State Park.

17: Lifeguard and Swim Instructor at Indiana School for the Blind

17: (a 3 week hell experience) I worked at a T-Shirt design company, in the back, by myself cleaning the screens. Did I already mention that was not fun?

18: Milligan College Alumni Office placement (I sorted mail, sent letters, and tried to get alumni to give money, so exciting)

19-20 Summers: The House Coffeehouse, your coffee barista and food preparer. (and to this day I do not eat ranch dressing, cause I know whats in it!)

20-22: Milligan College Chaplains Office assistant. (I hung out with Nathan Flora, and it was awesome)

22: Golf Course concessions girl/Beer-cart girl. Yes, I flirted with old men all day for tips. It was a great job. Made better by the fact that my uncle and brother also worked there.

23: CPE at St. Vincent’s Hospital (Tip for future people, don’t do CPE in the same hospital you had two heart surgery’s in the summer before)

24: Fifth Avenue Presbyterian Church, working with youth

25: Presbyterian Church of Lawrenceville, working with children

Present: Mannofield Parish, Scotland.

(Okay, so I went past my teens…. sorry)

6. Did you work while in college and if so, where?

Well, I already answered that.

7. When you go to sleep do you like total darkness or semi? When you go to sleep do you need quiet or is some noise ok?

I tend to fall asleep to a movie or tv show on my computer. I need the life distraction, and some help from Mr. Tylenol PM. But, I really don’t like flashing lights. But, what drives me the most crazy- beyond my normal levels of insanity- is the ticking sounds of clocks. I had friends who lived in Edinburgh who had a whole wall of clocks (for different time zones) and every time I stayed over they would take them down, wrap them in a blanket and close them in the washing machine. No ticking, wonderful!

8. When doing laundry, fabric softener or not?

Dryer? What is that? It has been so long. Well, I am being dramatic. Yes. Once upon a time I did. Now, nope, no dryer.

9. Open toed or closed toed shoes?
In Scotland, mostly closed. My opened toed shoes are lonely. I don’t get to wear them much. I do have a close bond with my chacos, and I know they feel neglect.

10. Would you rather be blind or deaf?
I don’t desire either. And I would not wish it on anyone else. I like hearing and seeing. Thank you God for both!

11. Dangle or stud earrings?

Hmm, interesting. I used to be all about the dangling earrings, the longer, the better. Now, (I guess in my “mature” age or “professional” mentality) I prefer small dangles or pretty studs. My fun earrings are gathering dust at the back of my earring chest.

12. Bottled water or tap?
Tap! Especially here in Scotland. It is fantastic out of the tap. But, when I have to, like when in India or Mexico, bottled.

13. What do you put on pancakes?
A little bit a butter, and then some maple syrup goodness.

14. On a long trip would you rather drive or fly?
No matter how much I complain sometimes, I prefer public transport. Better for the environment and my carbon footprint. In watching Age of Stupid, I learned just how bad for the environment flying is. So, if I can I avoid flying I do. And since I mentioned it, here is the trailer for Age of Stupid.

15. Do you prefer classic old movies or new?

I love good movies. Period.

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