25 Random things about me

25 Random things about me

Once I started this, I realize that I have a lot of random things about me! My list could go on and on and on... but I won't bore you! :)

1) My ears go red when I am hot, Everyone always thought I had an ear infection.

2) I have played competitive basketball for 22 years, on a college or university team for 7 years. (I think it may be time for me to retire!)

3) I have been to 4 different colleges/universities. I have an AA, BS, and MS. I am currently working on my PhD. (~11 years non-stop)

4) I am very afraid of ticks.

5) I like to bake and recently have been into cake decorating. One of my favorite things to bake is oatmeal chocolate chip cookies.

6) I used to work for the Utah Statesman (newspaper) as a photographer.

7) I have lived in Utah, California, Montana, Germany, and Scotland. This is the first time, since I have graduated high school that I have lived in the same house more than 1 year. (I have been here 1.5 years)

8) I love Disney movies/animations. One of my favorites is Anastasia.

9) I always picture the worst that can happen… For example, if I need to carry something glass, I think of ways that I will drop it and accidentally cut myself.

10) One of my favorite books from my childhood was “There’s a Boy in the Girls’ Bathroom”. (It still makes me cry.)

11) The older I get, the more I cry- sporting events, feel good stories, etc. I think because I relate to the moment, feel the joy or the sorrow.

12) I am very close to my family. I am the oldest and am very protective of them. I am also very close to my parents. In our house, you don’t walk by someone with out giving them a hug!

13) I have a great-grandma still alive. She will be 100 this year! (and she still lives by herself. My mom says my grandma has a better memory than hers!)

14) I always try to keep in touch with people. I have friends that I talk to around the world.

15) I go from shy to outgoing very quickly. I used to be very outgoing, but I think being in Scotland has made me introverted. (Tim disagreed with this one, he said “you’re the least introverted person around!”)

16) Kids have always liked me. I don’t know what it is, because I don’t think I am good with them. I guess I just like to play.

17) I like to sleep in. In fact, I usually don’t get out of bed until 10. I think about getting up early, but don’t… ever!

18) I like to play volleyball. I play beach (2 on 2) and indoor (6 on 6). Last year, in beach, my partner and I were one of the top teams in Scotland.

19) My favorite TV programs are “The Big Bang Theory”, “Dancing on Ice”, and “Britain’s Got Talent”.

20) I feel like I live a double life. One in Utah and one in Scotland. Things are sooo easily forgotten after a 24 hour trip/plane ride.

21) I am addicted to the internet. I will sit and watch my email to see if I get anything new. Nothing will change, but I will still check the same sites.

22) My favorite food is pizza. It has all of the food groups! I also tend to prefer vegetarian food.

23) I usually don’t like to start reading books. Once I start, I just have to read the whole thing. I also don’t like to read anything scary… stalkers, murders, etc. I am already paranoid enough!

24) I am pretty liberal, I don’t know of any life choices that people make really phase me. I figure; as long as you aren’t hurting anyone else, do what you want.

25) I think dressing up and looking nice is a good idea, but when I try it, it lowers my confidence. I can’t wear make up, I feel ugly. I feel my best/most confident in my baggy basketball clothes on a basketball court all sweaty!