Here are 100 things I betcha didn’t know about me. This is going to be a loooooooooooooong list. Stick with me. It’s my birthday. This is my gift to you. You’re most welcome.
1. I used to rotate my undies in my drawer so that none of them would get left out. I don’t do it anymore because I realized how odd a thing to do this was.
2. I’ve watched General Hospital since I was in preschool.
3. I would love to meet the people who visit my blog. Seriously. Let’s get together.
4. At this time, I’m convinced that I do not want anymore children. I’ve even gotten the names of several urologists in town. I can’t be pregnant again. I’m done.
5. Fire and car accidents are two ways in which I’m terrified of dying.
6. I’ve never been much of a rule breaker. I like rules. They make me feel safe.
7. In new social situations, I’m either the life of the party or a wallflower. There is no inbetween.
8. I enjoy vacuuming.
9. Baseball is my favorite sport to watch. Basketball is my least favorite sport, period.
10. I live in a very small town, but it’s nothing like Stars Hollow on Gilmore Girls. I wish it was even a smidge like Stars Hollow.
11. Going to the library is one of the most fun things that I do. I feel like I’ve spent money when I’ve checked out a book, but it was FREE!!! (I like the feeling of spending money…even if it’s imaginary.)
12. One of my best memories is from 8th grade and sneaking out of my friend’s house. We went and hung out with two cute guys at the stadium at the high school. It was a perfect night.
13. I deleted it here, too, but nice try.
14. I prefer not to eat at chain restaurants for dinner.
15. I have no idea how an I-Pod works.
16. Southern Living is my favorite magazine. I don’t enjoy reading the gardening section. I sometimes like the interior design articles. Mostly I love the travel and recipe sections.
17. I’ve crossed the border into Mexico once. Spring Break the year I turned 21. The only other place out of the US that I’ve traveled, is the Bahamas. I’d love to go to Canada.
18. I would like to take a cake decorating class and a creative writing class. I would also like to learn to play golf and become a runner. I have no interest in learning any martial arts.
19. I am confused by people who don’t laugh often. Personally, I horse laugh at every opportunity.
20. When I was a kid, I hated my nose. I don’t hate it anymore. Now I hate my thighs.
21. The thought of going back to a paid job scares the pants off of me.
22. My kitchen is small and therefore everything must be put in it’s assigned spot. If it’s not, then drawers don’t close, cabinets don’t shut, and the Earth fails to spin correctly nearly causing the Apocalypse.
23. I have very knobby knees.
24. I wonder how many of my friends that I’ve told about my blog have ever visited?
25. The movie “The Day After” about nuclear war gave me nightmares as a child. It still gives me nightmares.
26. I have very specific views on parenting. I do not, however, think that everyone should feel the way I do. Nor do I think I should be judged for my views.
27. I don’t have a favorite dessert. I could take dessert or leave it.
28. My New Years Resolution was to give up holding grudges. It has been very freeing.
29. The only thing I ever wanted to be when I grew up was a teacher. I wish that I’d been encouraged to research other possibilities.
30. I love going to wineries to drink, hang out with friends, eat cheese, and listen to music.
31. I buy mostly generic products. One major exception, canned tomatoes. Only the name brand stuff for me.
32. Dog hair may be the death of me.
33. Most of my house is decorated in things purchased for me by my MIL. This is a good thing.
34. Speaking of “good things”, I hope I never meet Martha Stewart.
35. I see a boob job in my future.
36. I love the beach, except for the sand. In my crack.
37. Getting “real” mail excites me beyond belief.
38. Purses and shoes and make-up make me giddy. Hey, I’m a female. What did you expect?
39. Pilates is awesome. Not so much right now.
40. If someone I knew was thrown in the slammer, I would have no idea how to go about bailing them out. It is not something I want to know.
41. Uggs are uggly. So are Crocs.
42. A bike tour through Napa Valley sounds like a fun day trip. It’s not.
43. I have shot two guns in my life. At targets, not at people.
44. I was bullied in elementary school. I think this experience shaped me.
45. I have food safety issues. Much to the chagrin of my husband.
46. I married my husband, Tate on July 14, 2001. We had a fantastic wedding.
47. Although I don’t fully know why, I’d really like to have a Blackberry.
48. Reading a great book fills me with joy.
49. I’m not a huge fan of reality TV.
50. If I could manage a pedicure weekly, I would.
51. My Mom’s due date with me was February 18. I was born March 20.
52. When I was born, the doctor used forceps, squeezed too hard, cracked my skull, and broke the stapes bone in my ear. I’m feeling much better now. Thank you for your concern.
53. My third grade teacher once told me I was acting like a kindergartener after getting stung by a bee. I’ve only recently forgiven her.
54. I worry alot about money.
55. My favorite part of the day is going to check on Peanut before I go to bed.
56. I don’t really enjoy going to see movies at theaters. Once in a while is alright, I just wouldn’t want to do it very often.
57. I discovered a love for college football, especially SEC football, when living in Knoxville. I especially love the marching band.
58. I’ve lived in Wichita, KS; Houston, TX; Tulsa, OK; Springfield, MO; Knoxville, TN; Decatur, IL; and my current location…LA.
59. I hope that my family and I are able to take yearly vacations.
60. My favorite breakfast is anything I didn’t cook.
61. I had an aversion to ice during my first pregnancy.
62. Controversy and confrontation makes me nervous.
63. I LOVE surprises!
64. It’s possible that I like Blue’s Clues more than my son. Don’t judge me ’til you watched it yourself. It’s a very good show.
65. My favorite movie is Love Actually.
66. I don’t like ketchup on my hamburgers, hot dogs, or corn dogs. Mustard is a must, however.
67. I’ve never had my eyebrows waxed or anything else for that matter. I guess you could say that I’m wax curious.
68. I would love to live in a city where public transportation is a way of life.
69. My cooking specialty is Eggplant Rollups.
70. Tylenol does not work for me. I’m Ibuprofen all the way.
71. I love eating at restaurants where I can be seated outdoors. Except when it’s cold. Or there are lots of mosquitos.
72. Jagermeister almost killed me.
73. I have no desire to white water raft, snow ski, bungee jump, hang glide, eat “Fear Factor” type “foods”, or swim with sharks. Adventure is NOT my middle name.
74. My dream vacation would include a trip to Hawaii and a private hut on the beach.
75. I like pina coladas, but I don’t like getting caught in the rain.
76. I am a yeller. It’s something I’m working on.
77. New Year’s Eve is the most overrated of all holidays.
78. I enjoy taking baths. I especially enjoy reading a magazine in the bath. Even better if the tub is jetted.
79. I think that Faith Hill is one of the most beautiful women in the world.
80. Brad Pitt is from my hometown. That makes me special.
81. I don’t know why, but I love “Laguna Beach” and “The Hills” on MTV.
82. I enjoy talk radio.
83. My stomach, when I’m not pregnant, is my best feature.
84. I don’t have any, nor do I want any, tattoos. I do like looking at other’s tattoos, though.
85. My husband and I often get terrible service in restaurants. We’ve never said anything to the manager.
86. I absolutely love the Harry Potter books. I can’t believe that there is only one book left.
87. The best vacation I ever had, was to Washington D.C.
88. I couldn’t sleep at night in the summer without a ceiling fan.
89. I lived alone for one year. It’s one of the best things I ever did for myself.
90. Are you still reading this!? Just 10 more to go, good for you!
91. My favorite beer is Guinness.
92. My fingernails grow very, very quickly.
93. My wedding ring is my favorite possession.
94. I love the sound of crickets in the summertime.
95. I have fantasies about having elaborate dinner parties. Maybe someday.
96. I love going for drives in the country.
97. I wish I could have gone with Alton Brown on his motorcycle/eating adventure. Well, actually, not on a motorcycle, a limo would have been better.
98. I shave my big toes.
99. Someday I hope to have a cleaning service come to my home.
100. I am glad I’m finished with this list.
The Queen of Shake-Shake
March 20, 2007 at 12:12 pm
Wow, I feel like our friendship has moved to a new, deeper level after reading all 100 things! Except for that one about your non-preggar stomach being your best feature and that makes me want to kick and slap you out of jealousy.
In the Trenches of Mommyhood
March 20, 2007 at 1:49 pm
Great post! I feel like I should do one too, but 100….wow….it’s kinda a lot….and I’m kinda boring.
Oh, The Joys
March 20, 2007 at 2:14 pm
Shave your big toes? But then, you can’t say, “Suck my hairy big toe.”
tulipmom
March 20, 2007 at 3:09 pm
And I thought I was the only mom left without an Ipod … great list!
Jenny
March 20, 2007 at 3:35 pm
At last… someone speaks the truth about Crocs!!!!! (hideous, they are)
coffee stained
March 20, 2007 at 3:39 pm
happy birthday!
I appreciate your dedication and commitment in composing this list. You are my blogging hero
I also shave my big toes, which are freakishly large in proportion to my smaller toes.
brandy
March 20, 2007 at 3:49 pm
Happy Birthday! #11 and #86 are completely me as well! A great list!
Kelly
March 20, 2007 at 4:52 pm
#5 – totally, though I am doubly afraid of being trapped in a burning car!
#11 – so true. Libraries rule.
#15 – I thought I was the only one!
#35 – totally lamenting post-breastfeeding cup-size loss
#81 – Guilty pleasure I don’t like to admit.
Thanks for sharing!
ed's girl
March 20, 2007 at 5:05 pm
i feel compelled to post as I did just read and laugh through all 100! saying,”me too” all the way. First,#s 51 and 52 made my jaw drop and LOL!OMG–your poor mom (and you) p.s.Happy Birthday–glad you survived that! Maybe that explains all your anxieties
Second–i too can never do pregnancy again-this is it! Third–I love how my son loves Blues Clues (totally understand and steve is better than Joe)and Fourth–Tylenol does nothing for me either,drug of choice is of course, Ibuprofen since you can’t have it when you’re pregnant! Thanks again for another laugh!
Aaron
March 20, 2007 at 5:20 pm
#90 and #100 don’t count!
A woman that enjoys Guinness is detremental to the Guinness stockpile at my house. ;^)
dillyweed
March 20, 2007 at 5:52 pm
Great list. I came by for a while this morning, read your list, and decided to delurk myself. I found myself agreeing with quite a few of those.
Haven’t watched the Blues Clues yet, but I’m sure my day is coming. Ha!
Janet a.k.a. "Wonder Mom"
March 20, 2007 at 6:59 pm
That was fun.
I need to hear the whole Jager story and I’ll show you my tattoos any time…
desperate housewife
March 20, 2007 at 7:03 pm
65, 67, and 70 are also true of me. I must be cool too!
dillyweed
March 20, 2007 at 7:33 pm
Hey, didn’t notice before that you are an SLP. I’m an OT.
-Briana
Colleen
March 20, 2007 at 7:50 pm
There were only about 30 things on your list that I couldn’t say “yep… me too!” So many things in common… we should be best friends! In the least we could have long long chats about GH! Let me just say I’m very unhappy with Elizabeth right now. Poor Jason. haha
Swistle
March 21, 2007 at 1:02 am
18. I would like to become a runner, too. I don’t understand, given my enthusiasm for the idea, why I never make any progress.
27. The only way I can imagine what it must be like to be indifferent to sweets is imagine how I feel about, say, alcohol: I can have a bottle in the house for years and never think of it, whereas someone with alcohol issues wouldn’t be able to stop thinking about it for even one full minute–which is the way I am if there are sweets in the house.
28. I would be interested in a whole post on HOW you gave up grudges. I’d like to do the same, but it’s like saying I want to give up worrying.
31. Hey, me too! And only one particular brand of canned tomatoes: Contadina.
56. I don’t enjoy theaters much, either. Too loud. Too dark. Too sticky. Insufficient pee breaks.
mommiebear2
March 21, 2007 at 1:04 am
okay how cool are you?? I bow down at your awesomeness!! Please will you share with me your recipe for the eggplant rollups?
mommiebear2
March 21, 2007 at 1:05 am
PS. Happy BDAY!!
Kim
March 21, 2007 at 1:58 am
I feel like I know you so well now! I shave my big toes too…shhhh don’t tell anyone.
Happy Birthday!!!
Kara
March 21, 2007 at 2:18 am
Happy birthday!
I thought I was the only one that tynelol doesn’t do anything for…I’m ibuprofen all the way too.
Elizabeth
March 21, 2007 at 12:40 pm
Great list! I also listen to talk radio, love Harry Potter, and have to shave my big toes. Ha!
Anonymous
March 23, 2007 at 8:18 pm
Hey it’s Jeff (your brother). I just read your list because I wondered how much I don’t know about you. I feel pretty good about how much I did know, but there were a few things I had to comment on. Love Actually? That is your favorite movie? You shave your big toes? You snuck out in eigth grade and hung out with cute boys? How did you get out? Why didn’t I know these things?
Toni
March 31, 2007 at 1:14 am
How did I miss this gem?? Loved your list-
#21- me too! I finish school in May, and while I am SO happy about that, the ‘real’ world scares me. It’s been many,many years!
#52- OMG! What a stupid doctor!
#98- Can’t believe you admitted that! I thought I was the only one! hehehe
Cherann
April 5, 2007 at 9:15 pm
I love your list. I identify with a lot of the items on it. It’s good to know that I’m not the only one
Anonymous
April 6, 2007 at 7:05 pm
thanks for providing a welcome smile and some giggles for my work day … and I urge you to sign up for that cleaning service in May … it will be a nice reward to yourself for having 2 beautiful babies
ashley
Michele
April 13, 2007 at 5:21 pm
I “Me too”‘d the whole way through this list.
Except for the stomach thing. Ouch. Its my worst feature.
Devilish Southern Belle
August 26, 2007 at 3:42 pm
Found an ‘about me’ page, and got my previous question answered. Just had to share what all we have in common….
~I watched General Hospital, but only from the time I was 10 till about 12, maybe a little older. I started watching when Laura and Scotty were still married..I remember this because I was in love with Scotty. I later moved on from Scotty to Noah and Blackie, and I quit watching about the time my crush on Blackie fizzled out.
~I’m a HUGE Gilmore Girls fan. I actually moved from a place that was a good bit like Stars Hollow. But since I’ve left, it’s become bigger and much more corporate and all that jazz. So I don’t miss it so much anymore.
~Fellow horse-laugher here. It’s so unladylike, but I can’t help myself. Everything is just so funny to me!
~I could usually take dessert or leave it, but…..CHEESECAKE? I could probably live on cheesecake and enjoy it.
~I buy mostly generic stuff, too.
~I see a boob job in my future as well. I’d see one right now if I was already at my goal weight.
~I love the beach, too. I’ve had a glorious, magical time each time I’ve gone; the stuff of which memories are made.
~Uggs and Crocs are indeed ugly, but I LOVE mine! Well, my fUggs, that is (fake Uggs. And my Crocs are Birkenstock croc-type shoes)
~I worry a lot about money, too :/
~I LOVE going to see movies in theatres. Especially movies with Johnny Depp…..because who wouldn’t want to see Johnny Depp’s beautiful face up close, and a thousand times its size?
~Another ibuprofen girl here. Not even Alleve alleviates my pain.
~I love Pina Coladas…..AND getting caught in the rain, if it’s summer and sweltering hot. Winter? Not so much.
Hahaha. I shave my big toes, and my fingernails grow quickly, too.
That’s more in common than I thought!
But….your STOMACH is your best feature when you’re not pregnant? Do share your secrets! I am flabby, jiggly, and still look pregnant even though my kids are teenagers. I am told it’s stress. In that event, this gut is never going away. I am just glad my stretch marks are small and not that visible.
Stella
October 15, 2007 at 6:34 pm
Can I just say holy crap!?!
MY favorite movie is Love Actually and I shave my big toes too!
Sadly, these things did not make my top 100….I don’t think.
Cathy
October 18, 2007 at 3:48 pm
Not sure you’re still checking these comments, BUT – I rotate my son’s undies so that none get left out. As for mine? I only have like 7 pairs that fit, so I do laundry when I’m wearing the last pair, which means, none get left out! (Yeah, and my son has like, oh, I don’t know, 20 pairs – they’re just so darn cute.)
Rachel
December 1, 2007 at 1:56 am
That’s eerie.
I could sub most of your answers in for a questionnaire on me. Weird.
Shannon
March 5, 2008 at 4:08 pm
Thanks for the comment- I am still a new blog!
I also used to live in Knox-vegas and went to college and grad school there. Glad to see that you have some love for the Pride of the Southland Marching Band- got to love that Rocky Top.
Shannon’s last blog post..It Was Going to be Sooner or Later
~beth
May 5, 2008 at 9:30 am
LOL! Wow! I wandered over here from Blogtations and love your list. I did one myself a couple of weeks ago. All I can say to your entries is “Ditto” to the following:
#25, #41, #47, #48, #50, #64 & #76. Brilliant & witty!
~beth’s last blog post..Exile
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