Monday, September 01, 2008

100 Things I have discovered or experienced over the last 30 years...


1. I want to stay in my twenties.
2. If I could, I would see my niece every day.
3. I have a terrible habit of speeding.
4. I think that people's teeth say a lot about them, and it usually is the first thing I notice.
5. I think that my parents are generous.
6. I am a chronic channel changer.
7. I think that sleeping in and naps are luxurious.
8. My nickname is "pumpkin noodle."
9. "You've Got Mail" makes me want to move to NY. One of my fave movies.
10. I love mushrooms.
11. I cheated on something my freshman year and still don't regret it. It wasn't academic.
12. I can't wear a necklace if I wear big dangly earrings...usually.
13. I am then halfway done with Christmas shopping.
14. If I could I wouldn't work and volunteer my time for different things instead.
15. I feel guilty if I don't recycle.
16. A guilty pleasure - Adam Corolla and Kathy Griffin's comedy.
17. One of my fave past times as a kid was dancing for whoever would watch, in tap shoes.
18. People who are flakes ---> my biggest pet peeve.
19. I hope to visit every US state before I die.
20. I love fried okra.
21. I hate washing my face before going to bed.
22. I think one of my ears is higher then the other.
23. I am NOT a gold kind of girl. Silver, please!
24. At 30 I still don't have any cavities!
25. I treat people that way I wish to be treated.
26. I have to check all the rooms in my house if my alarm wasn't on before I go to bed.
27. Gerber daisies are my fave flower.
28. I attach sentimental value to way too many things.
29. I condition my hair (almost) every Saturday.
30. Brownie Sundaes are my favorite dessert.
31. Scales on fish gross me out.
32. I wish I would have got my nose pierced sooner.
33. I like our president.
34. I tweeze my eyebrows on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays.
35. If I could I would live in Amish Country (but remain "English.")
36. I usually fall asleep with the TV on.
37. I wish for hardwood floors in my house.
38. I couldn't marry a democrat.
39. I use a safety pin to separate my eyelashes every morning.
40. Reese's Peanut Butter Cups are my favorite candy.
41. When I go to the eye doctor, I refuse to let them give me eye drops.
42. I would like a small tattoo eventually.
43. I love (most) animals.
44. I consider loyal friends one of the greatest blessings in life.
45. In undergrad I kissed up to teacher for good grades. It worked occasionally.
46. I am really scared of mice and snakes.
47. My favorite author (lately) is Beverly Lewis.
48. I think my eyes are too close together.
49. I want to see a moose in the wild before I die.
50. I don't eat pink meat. (Ham specifically)
51. I love being on boats, but won't get in the water if I can't see what's swimming around me.
52. I would like to write a book.
53. My favorite color is red.
54. My favorite saying is, "Nothing changes if nothing changes."
55. I am not a big fan of hot drinks (especially coffee and tea).
56. My favorite past time is traveling with loved ones.
57. I bought my car off of eBay.
58. I enjoy my church and learn a lot.
59. I wish I were a runner.
60. I don't like beans, or green beans.
61. Target it one of my favorite stores.
62. I still think it would be great to be a news anchor.
63. I don't own an iPod. I am so behind the times!
64. When I was little I would fake nightmares so I could sleep in my parents' room.
65. I was a HUGE nerd in the 5th grade.
66. The Fall is my favorite time of year.
67. I wish I was more brave and more of a rule breaker.
68. I have been dragging my feet about a hands-free device, but need to get one already.
69. I think that everyone should see a counselor regularly.
70. I am the only one under 50 who admits she likes Cracker Barrel.
71. My favorite state is PA.
72. I love, love, love to fly.
73. When I was in the 4th/5th grade I sang in a talent show. What was I thinking???
74. My favorite smell is orange blossoms.
75. I sometimes worry that I am too "vanilla."
76. I worry that cell phone radiation is taking away my memory.
77. I like my hair color.
78. I like facebook better then myspace.
79. If I could, I would totally get a housekeeper.
80. It is really, really, hard for me to drink after people.
81. I don't like the sound of knuckles popping and therefore won't pop my own.
82. My favorite place on the coast is Cambria.
83. My pledge name is huey.
84. I am a TERRIBLE skier.
85. My spiritual gifts are mercy, discernment, and giving.
86. I used to write notes to God and hide them in my room, then be sad when I discovered they were still there.
87. One time when I wore my hair in a bun in the second grade, a little boy asked me if i was a boy or a girl. I hardly wore buns ever again.
88. I love to laugh until I cry.
89. I think that my gall bladder is causing me trouble and needs to come out.
90. I like Long John Silvers, but refuse to eat the fish.
91. I am beginning to get gray hair.
92. I love a tidy house.
93. I hate cleaning my house more then anything.
94. I have a kitten named Jersey. He is crazy.
95. I wish I didn't have so many freckles.
96. I have become an avid reader in the last year or so.
97. Wicked is my favorite Broadway show.
98. I think that retail therapy does work, sometimes.
99. I am a sucker for cheesy (not skanky) reality TV.
100. My dad's tri tip is my favorite meal.

2 comments:

jerelyn said...

WOW...so neat to reflect on all that...thanks for sharing!!

Anonymous said...

Loved reading your list!! I would like to do one of my own...how did you come up with 100?? Did you formulate this list over time? How long did it take you? Just wondering!! :)

jessica