Random Q&A Fun Time!

I'm back! Due to an extremely busy last couple of weeks (dance performance, homework/projects/tests, work, etc) I took somewhat of a hiatus from blogging. But, now that Christmas break is here (yay!) I finally have time to post.

A few weeks ago, I asked my friends on facebook to give me some random questions to answer for a fun, getting to know me, blog post. Several of them responded. Here are my favorites:

1. Are socks and sandals okay?
Personally, I don't wear socks and sandals together. I really don't see the point of it. But I guess there would be a few times I could excuse it: a) There's an emergency and you need to run out of the house as fast as possible. b) You're just going out to get the mail, or take the dog around the block, etc. c) You are having a lazy day and you really don't care what you look like. Other than that... just say no.

2.  What is your favorite movie, and why?
Favorites are like the hardest questions to answer ever. I love so many movies, it's really hard to pick just one! Also, my favorites tend to change very frequently. But if I have to choose my current favorite movie, it would probably be Despicable Me. Funny + adorable + well-written + animated = a nearly perfect movie. :)

3. If you were a cartoon, who would you be and why?
Jessie the Cowgirl, no doubt about it. Ever since I saw Toy Story 2, I have loved her. I don't know why, I just do.

4. If you were a superhero, what would your superpower be?
One superpower I would love is the ability to stop time. How great would that be? For one thing, you could use it to do something you want to do or need to do, for a longer amount of time! There's not enough time to finish your homework? Pause. You want to sleep another hour before getting up? Pause. You could also use this power to pull some awesome pranks on people. Think about it.


5. If you had to live a month with no tv, cell phone, computer, movies, technology in general, what would you do and where would you do it?
This is a really good question... I am a child of the digital age, so I have never had to face this dilemma. Even when the power goes out, after a few minutes, I'm bored. If I was suddenly transported back in time 100 years, or converted to being Amish, I would definitely read a lot. I love reading, but I don't do it very much. Hopefully I would also spend a lot more time outside, going on walks, maybe doing some gardening or something. And I could do a lot more baking and cooking (again, something I am interested in, but rarely actually do). In a way, this actually sounds like a lot of fun.. but I've read enough Amish romance novels to know that it is a lot of work too :)


6. How would your life have been different if you'd had three brothers?
If you know me at all, you probably would not use the word "tough" or any of its synonyms to describe me. I am often called "soft," "sweet," and "quiet." If I had grown up with three brothers, I'm sure I would be much more tough and probably more competitive than I am. Other than that, I'm not sure. That's not really something I can know without actually living it.


Do you wear socks with sandals? Do you want the ability to stop time? Are there any other random questions you'd like me to answer in a future post?

Dear Santa...

I am a list-maker. To-do lists help me when I am stressed and overwhelmed. Shopping lists, of course, make sure I don't forget something really important at the store. If I try to pack for a long trip without a packing list, I go crazy and practically have a mental breakdown. So, yeah, I like lists. And now, with Christmas coming, it's time for a new list! These are not necessarily things I am expecting to get, just a few ideas for anybody who might be wondering what I'd like. :)

1. A nice black soft shell jacket. This really seems like a necessity for living in Oregon. It's warm, water-resistant, and looks nicer than a sweatshirt for times when you want to look a little more put-together.

2. Some cute scarves. I love scarves, but I literally only have two. They are a great way to make a simple outfit more interesting, plus they are warm! (Do you sense a theme here?)

3. Gift cards. Especially for Amazon (Kindle books!) and itunes, but really any gift cards will be used :)

4. Cash. Because nothing says "I love you" like a tall stack of Washingtons.


So there you have it! But remember, this list is not exhaustive. :) What's on your Christmas list this year?