I got this from AntiqueMommy’s site (http://antiquemommy.com)… While she didn’t tag me DIRECTLY by name, she unofficially tagged me at the end of hers. Haha. That sounds so stalker-esque.

But in all seriousness, I have been reading her stuff for a while now. She keeps me interested and entertained even though we are in different stages of life, and I can not entirely relate to the things she may be confronted with. She seems like a wonderful lady and a great mom to her adorable little boy.

ANYWAY. I was starting to feel guilty about the lack of new posts for the last few days, so I jumped at the chance for a pre-made one! For all you avid readers of mine.

All two of ya.

On a busy day.

Ahem.

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1. How long have you been blogging?

I am still very new to the blogging thing. I started blogging around May, I think. I have been reading blogs for a while now though, maybe a few years (?). I have about 4 or 5 blogs that I read just about every day, and they all inspired me to try it out for myself. Also, this is my last year of college and first year in an apartment, so I wanted to be able to remember as much of it as I possibly can.

2. What are the good things blogging has brought to your life?

Patience.

3. What would you consider the pitfalls?

 

No pitfalls off the top of my head. But I do wish I could figure out how to get people to stop by and say hi… I would love some feedback.

By the way…. Kelsey Smith and Michelle-Yeahwhatever, you have no idea what your feedback and advice means to this novice blogger!!

4. Tell us about your blog name. Ever think of changing it? If so, to what? Why?

 

My blog name comes from my favorite quote: “If you want to plan your life, plan it in pencil!” Life is crazy, and messy, and fun, and always changes the minute you think you’ve figured it out. You can plan things out to a “T”, but if things are supposed to change, they will. You gotta just roll with the punches. Therefore, make any future plans “in pencil”, so they can be changed if needed.

And nah. Its still a new blog. Much MUCH too early for a bloggity mid-life crisis.

5. Knowing what you know now, was starting a blog a good thing for you? Why or why not?

The glass is always half-full. I’m just having fun, and trying to learn new things and meet new people. 

6. How do you think blogging, bloggers, or the blogosphere has changed since you started?

 

You know… quite a few of these questions seem to be geared toward the more experienced bloggers. The ones who have been doing this longer than, say, four months… 

8. Ultimately, what would you like your blog to accomplish for you or others?

I hope to have my eyes opened to other viewpoints and stories through blogging friends, to always see the funny side of everything, and to become a better writer.

For others, I hope for them whatever they may hope for themselves.

 

 

Who are you? Really?

1. Name something or a few things that bug you and expound. We want your unfettered opinion(s). Shouldn’t be blog related.

-I can’t stand patronizing people. Drives me up the wall.
-People who talk in baby voices to other adults. To which I ask: “Really….?”
-People who go 40 miles per hour in the fast lane of the highway. Pretty self-explanatory.

2. Tell us about one of your best childhood memories.

I had a great childhood. My mom was always very involved in everything my sister and I did, and was always loving and supportive. She was exactly the kind of mother I want to be one day. My dad was a big part of our lives too: he coached my sister’s softball team, would play with us after a long day, and even became an official, registered girl scout so that he could go on camping trips and events with me and my sister’s troops (both of which my mom was leader of).

3. Describe your perfect day.

Waking up to gorgeous weather and having a great quiet time with the Lord. Then it would be fun to go to a giant party with all of my family and friends, where no one is in a bad mood and we are all just swimming, playing volleyball, eating, and enjoying each other’s company.

4. Do you have a hobby that you love?

I love to sing. I used to sing in choirs from the time I could talk until I graduated high school. And from middle school  ’til high school graduation, I did solo competitions.

And as for right now? My steering wheel is very impressed.

5. Tell us the best and the worst thing about being you.

The best? There is currently no one cooler or more creative than me…. I am sitting here filling out a giant survey in lieu of a thought-provoking, encouraging, inspiring post.

(Snort) Yeah right.

The worst? Probably something closely resembling my answer for the best thing about me…

6. What’s the most embarrassing thing that ever happened to you? We want all the details.

Oh honey-child. My life is stocked full of more embarassing moments than it should be legal for one person to have been through. I’ll share more of them as I keep on blogging.

7. What blog related thing bugs you?

Nothing, right off the top of my head….

Personal stuff:

How old are you? 21

Married? Nope
Children? No.
If so, homeschool, private, or public? n/a
Favorite season? I don’t like to be cold.

Favorite pass time?
I love to sing, read, hang out with friends, watch a movie (preferably comedy), and there is nothing quite like a good nap when its rainy outside.

Favorite color?
Yellow. Or just generally happy colors.

Favorite movie?
Oh goodness. I don’t know that I have just one. I have different favorites in different genres.

Favorite song?
See above answer.

Mac or PC? PC
Dog or Cat? Dog.
Salt or Pepper? Both!!
Vanilla or Chocolate? Chocolate is a girl’s best friend
Diet Coke, Sweet Tea or Evian? SWEET TEA!!!!!!!!!!
Steak, Chicken or Shrimp? Steak or chicken. I’m not much of a seafood eater.

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The end!!!! And now, I tag my only two readers I know of, Kelsey and Michelle! Remember to link back to whoever tagged you, and then make sure you tag others! Have fun!