Ami, over at
Bunkers Down, stole this list of questions from someone who had stolen it from someone else who had stolen it from someone else, etc. etc. Since I am always looking for a fun writing prompt and because Ami asked that someone continue the cycle, here you go - 48 random facts you probably never wanted to know about me!
1. WERE YOU NAMED AFTER ANYONE?
Yes. My middle name is Elaine which is my mother's name.
2. WHEN WAS THE LAST TIME YOU CRIED?
Last Saturday (Jan. 19) because Rachel was on her trip to D.C. and I missed her :-(
3. DO YOU LIKE YOUR HANDWRITING?
No. I wish it was neater.
4. WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE LUNCH MEAT?
Turkey.
5. DO YOU HAVE KIDS?
3 daughters
6. IF YOU WERE ANOTHER PERSON, WOULD YOU BE FRIENDS WITH YOU?
Depends on who else I was. If I was a famous celebrity, probably not. If I was another mom, then definitely.
7. DO YOU USE SARCASM A LOT?
Not a lot, but some.
8. DO YOU STILL HAVE YOUR TONSILS?
Yes. But no wisdom teeth or gall bladder.
9. WOULD YOU BUNGEE JUMP?
Absolutely NOT! I do not like heights or anything that has a higher than average probability of ending in my death.
10. WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE CEREAL?
Special K Red Berries
11. DO YOU UNTIE YOUR SHOES WHEN YOU TAKE THEM OFF?
Nope
12. DO YOU THINK YOU ARE STRONG?
Physically, Mentally, or Emotionally? Either way - yes.
13. WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE ICE CREAM?
Chocolate or Butter Pecan or Turtle
14. WHAT IS THE FIRST THING YOU NOTICE ABOUT PEOPLE?
It varies - just depends on what stands out to me
15. RED OR PINK?
I say pink, but my closet says red
16. WHAT IS THE LEAST FAVORITE THING ABOUT YOURSELF?
My lack of self confidence in my appearance
17. WHO DO YOU MISS THE MOST?
My MamMaw (grandmother on my Father's side)
18. WHAT IS THE TECHNIQUE THAT YOU NEED TO WORK ON THE MOST?
Swimming
19. WHAT COLOR SHOES ARE YOU WEARING?
Tan bedroom shoes with white fuzzy trim - hubby says they are a bit redneck; I say they are warm!
20. WHAT WAS THE LAST THING YOU ATE?
A scoop of double chocolate ice cream
21. WHAT ARE YOU LISTENING TO RIGHT NOW?
Big Bang Theory on T.V.
22. IF YOU WERE A CRAYON, WHAT COLOR WOULD YOU BE?
Purple
23. FAVORITE SMELLS?
Hubby's aftershave :-) - Fresh, clean sheets - cookies in the oven
24. HOW IMPORTANT ARE YOUR POLITICAL VIEWS TO YOU?
Moderately important
25. MOUNTAIN HIDEAWAY OR BEACH HOUSE?
That's a tough one - I grew up near the mountains, so I love going back. However, I also love the beach. I would be happy with either one!
26. FAVORITE SPORTS TO WATCH?
Basketball or my girls on horseback
27. HAIR COLOR?
Blonde - dark, sandy blonde
28. EYE COLOR?
blue
29. DO YOU WEAR CONTACTS?
No
30. FAVORITE FOOD?
Pizza
31. SCARY MOVIES OR HAPPY ENDINGS?
Happy Endings (as long as they aren't too sappy). Scary Movies - NEVER!
32. LAST MOVIE YOU WATCHED?
Wreck It Ralph
33. WHAT COLOR SHIRT ARE YOU WEARING?
Gray
34. SUMMER OR WINTER?
Winter - Can't stand to be hot
35. FAVORITE DESSERT?
cheesecake or anything chocolate
36. STRENGTH TRAINING OR CARDIO?
Niether - Hate to work out. If I had to choose, I'd pick cardio just because it feels like I am burning calories and actually accomplishing something.
37. COMPUTER OR TELEVISION?
Computer
38. WHAT BOOK ARE YOU READING NOW?
Mark's Gospel From Scratch (reading it for a Bible study group in which I participate)
39. WHAT IS ON YOUR MOUSE PAD?
Don't have a mouse pad
40. FAVORITE SOUND?
silence
41. FAVORITE GENRE OF MUSIC?
Country (I grew up in the South; don't judge) - I also listen to some pop.
42. WHAT IS THE FARTHEST YOU HAVE BEEN FROM HOME?
Paris, France
43. DO YOU HAVE A SPECIAL TALENT?
Only thing I can think of is this: Sit on the floor with your legs straight out, heels on the floor, and toes pointed upward. Now, curl your toes toward the floor without lifting your heels or bending your knees. (Go, on - try it. You know you want to!) Can your toes actually touch the floor?? Mine can. I never realized it was anything unusual until my hubby flipped out and said it was gross (before he was my hubby). 15+ years later and he still can't stand it!
44. WHERE WERE YOU BORN?
Hickory, North Carolina
45. WHERE ARE YOU LIVING NOW?
Greensboro, North Carolina
46. WHAT COLOR IS YOUR HOUSE?
Light green
47. WHAT COLOR IS YOUR CAR?
Burgundy
48. DO YOU LIKE ANSWERING 48 QUESTIONS?
Yes! Did you like reading them???