101 Random Things About Moi

1. I was born in Florida.
2. I was raised in New Jersey from the age of ten months.
3. I have not lived in NJ for almost 6 years now.
4. But when people ask me where I'm from, I still say New Jersey.
5. I have no relationship with my biological father.

6. I was adopted by my dad when I was 3 years old.
7. I detest when people refer to my biological father as my "real" dad. My REAL dad raised me.
8. I am afraid of the dark.
9. I am afraid of basements.
10. I have no sense of direction... I make a wrong turn and get lost constantly. Even in my own neighborhood.

11. I've been called "Charlie Brown" because of my habit of sticking out my tongue when I am concentrating really hard.
12. I only eat bite sized food in even numbers. (i.e. cereal, m&m's, nuts, chips etc, etc, etc...)
13. I would die for my children.
14. More significantly, there is nothing I wouldn't do to protect them.
15. I quit smoking cigarettes in 2001.

16. I occasionally sneak a cigarette when no one is watching me.
17. Food, family and travel are my passions.
18. I don't travel near enough.
19. I love the studies of psychology and sociology.
20. I love the smell and feel of an old book

21. I am an honest person, always.
22. I have never cheated on anyone.
23. I have been cheated on.
24. I have been truly in love twice in my life.
25. I do not want to be cremated when I die.

26. I am a creature of habit, but I hate living in a routine.
27. Red wine gives me a nasty hangover.
28. I drink it anyway.
29. Tequila makes me want to dance.
30. I don't dance well.

31. I would love to learn ballroom dancing.
32. I am five foot seven.
33. I have never had a broken bone.
34. I am very reserved at first glance.
35. But when you get to know me I never shut up.

36. I don't like confrontation. I am unassertive. I don't stick up for myself very well.
37. I think that comes from being an only child.
38. I have never had a cavity.
39. I hope I never have a cavity search.
40. I have never been arrested.

41. I get very frustrated with people who do not use spell check.
42. I hate when people type LiKe tHiS.
43. Inconsiderate people piss me off.
44. I am one of the few people that misses high school.
45. I am left handed.

46. I sleep with my socks on.
47. I sleep with my underwear off.
48. I love to read.
49. I love to write.
50. I cannot sleep with the heater on.

51. I always sleep with the window cracked above my bed in the winter.
52. I hate the smell of Pine-Sol.
53. I love the smell of sweat.
54. I pour milk on my Jello.
55. I like mustard and onions on my grilled cheese sandwiches.

56. I think coffee smells better than it tastes.
57. I have been pregnant four times.
58. I have three children.
59. I would love to have at least one more someday.
60. I love being a mom more than anything.

61. I used to play the clarinet.
62. I wish I could play the piano.
63. I believe strongly in human connection and experience vs. material possessions.
64. I have ADD.
65. I stay up way too late most nights.

66. I have never had braces.
67. I love time alone.
68. I'm scared of turning thirty.
69. I'm even more afraid of the alternative.
70. I love sleeping in bed with my kids.

71. I have never worn glasses or contacts.
72. I always get anxious flying in a plane.
73. But I want to skydive someday.
74. I love the vibe of airports.
75. I love people watching.

76. I am a great speller.
77. I won the spelling bee in the fourth grade.
78. I love romantic comedies.
79. I crave recognition when I work hard.
80. I want beautifully manicured nails.

81. I hate fake fingernails.
82. I love a tidy house.
83. I used to be a bit disorganized.
84. I still keep a few junk drawers to satisfy my inner pack-rat.
85. I am a giver by nature.

86. I'd love to go to the theatre more often.
87. I believe we could all use a little more "please" and "thank you."
88. I don't have a favorite color; I like them all, but I'm partial to green and purple. Pink too.
89. I love to cook.
90. I'd like to bake more often, but I'm lazy about it.

91. I love to sing, but I am horrible at it!
92. I love cloudy, rainy or snowy days.
93. I love going down the shore.
94. I love the mountains even more.
95. I love lakes and rivers.

96. I adore Ireland.
97. I have a soft spot for animals, babies, and any human with a good soul.
98. Margaritas are my favorite alcoholic drink.
99. I am turned on by Irish accents.
100. I love and crave old-school romance.

101. I believe in soul mates, destiny, karma and kindred spirits.