Getting to Know YOU!

April 23, 2010 By 5 Comments

Are YOU willing to let us see inside of WHO you are?

I am an open book.  I tweet/talk publicly about myself, family, likes and dislikes.  (ok, so I grumble about my dislikes, but still!)

I’m happy, silly, joyful, serious, concerned and whine in the cuuutest suuuthern axxcent ever. I enjoy the little things that make life big and am completely serious…..when necessary. 

I have a list of a “few” things about me on my blog.  (ok..so it’s NOT a few…it’s actually over 40…and I could add more..just sayin. I should update the picture over there though, as it is from 2006.  I have added a few more wrinkles and some gray hair.) I love letting people get to know me because I LOVE getting to know people. All kinds of people, from far and near and all back grounds.

Having said all that – to say – I love social media and the reach it gives me.  I love that I have friends (YES friends!) that live in Africa, Australia, Scotland, Canada etc and have never met them personally – but I feel as though I’ve known them for such a long time.  I love the friendships that I’ve developed.  I love learning about these wonderful people.  I want to share some of them with you.

I hope you’ll click on the links and learn more about them.  These lists can be found on their personal blogs.  I have loved reading them, learning more about them and becoming their friend. I hope that you will too.

Gene Bowker follow him on twitter @geneslens - Gene takes awesome pictures and writes from the heart! Fun follow, giver, friend - Read more about Gene

Elaine Kelly follow her on twitter @elaineremains - My chihuahua and I are trying to take over the world, it’s a work in progress. (Elaine has an amazing photo blog. Her pictures are awesome and she is quite talented.) And, doesn’t mind me umm.. mooning her – with @greetums cards – of course!! Read  more About Elaine

Richard Mayhan follow him on twitter @mcProdigal - My  Tworship ministry partner and friend –  as well as Counselor & advocate, married, apologetics, technology, math, music-loving guy with a witty sense of humor.   Was prodigal for 27 years. Now gives hope to all parents of prodigals.  They can and do return. Read more about Richard.

Michele Langlo follow her on twitter @shadowedwriter - Hiding in the shadows, she loves to write and is amazing at it. She also has an amazing love of the ocean.  shhh..our secret..don’t tell anyone! Read more about Michele

Dino Jag follow him on twitter @dinojag - Makin music… & lovin life and it shows. Huge heart for others and always brings a smile! Read more about Dino

Lark Neville follow her on twitter @larkn0298 - Poet, technical writer, movie lover, voracious reader. Horror flick chicks & dudes love her! (I love her heart and passion for writing and others) Read more about Lark

Stash Serafin follow him on twitter @stashskate - Inspiring blind ice skater. Motivational speaker, co-author teaches ice skating as a metaphor of life. (Completely inspiring!) Read more about Stash

Melinda Lancaster follow her on twitter @heartcures - A follower of Christ who ministers, teaches, counsels, writes, in hopes of offering encouragement to those who grow weary on the road called life. Read more about Melinda **Special Note**I have to give Melinda Credit for this idea.  Way back 37 1/2 years ago (grins), after reading my list of about me - we discussed getting more “About Me” lists from various tweeple.  Thank you for this idea and I’m honored to include you in my list!

Bonnie Squires follow her on twitter @bonnie67 - Wife and Mom of 8. I have many interest Crafts, Recipes & Social Network sites. (Love her blog article called Just Some Hugs - I love hugs!!) Read more about Bonnie.

Michael Sarles follow him on twitter @MasisMore - Kind acts of randomness. Sports fan, tall guy, sarcastic much, lived in L.A., Israel, NYC, Boston & now Dallas. Former mental health pro. & marketing consultant  – #7 is totally my FAV on his list! I can totally see him looking DOWN saying this! Read more about Michael.

Rio Denali - follow her on twitter @NotTypicalBlond - Her bio grabbed me from the get go! Not your typical blonde. Former military, formally trained in FBI interrogation techniques, and with a degree in law… Rio might just surprise you. You KNOW you want to know! Read more about Rio.

Gina Stark - follow her on twitter @SuuperG - Some people think I’m egotistical-but enough about THEM! Here 4 laughs & inspiration.Freelance writer/blogger.Love travel, dance,fuud,horses,hiking 2much2 list! (ok, had to twist her arm a tad bit…*grinning* but – turned out nicely!) Read more about Gina.

Corey – follow her on twitter @la_loquita - I dance like no one is watching. I smile at everyone. I walk-barefoot in the sand. I dream under the stars. I love till it hurts. I giggle like a girl. (I love YOUR giggle) Read more about Corey.

Tegan Cole - follow her on twitter @sandalgal - Yankee Fan, Thinker, A little bit of everything…I’m real, that’s what I am… (She is REALly cool. Love bantering back n forth with her, @marrangee and @Christianrep - although, I think she plays favs with THEM – *grinning* Read more about Tegan.

Brett Corbett - follow him on twitter @ChristianRep - Christ Follower . Servant . Prayer Warrior . Patriot . Dad . Friend . Mentor Romans 8:28 Proverbs 3:5-6 Psalm 139 – (Loves the occassional HUG fest but don’t tell him I told you that! It’s OUR secret!! shhhhh!) Read more about Brett.

Fragmentz – follow her on twitter @fragmentz – She caught my eye with her dashing avatar and the fact that she can say alot about nothing at all.  I love that.  Excellent writer. Her Cardboard Testimony – Worthless, abused, ashamed, depressed, broken and wanting to die – BUT LEARNING TO LIVE AGAIN! Read more here.

Bridget Haymond - follow her on twitter @BridgetHaymond - Wife & Mother; Biblical Values Life Coach Leading with Gifts, Strengths & Purposeful Living; Motivator & Collaborator; Blogger; Music Lover & Humor Enthusiast! She gives AWESOME hugs! Read more about Bridget.

Christine Smith – follow her on twitter @lifeverse –  Prayer Warrior, Bible Study Leader, Book Reviewer and Christian Mom. LifeVerse Jewelry artist creating inspirational jewelry.   Read more about Christine.

Bobby – follow him on twitter @louisvillebobby – Reformed Christ Follower  - a down to earth person that simply enjoys each day.  You’ll enjoy getting to know Bobby, just as I have! Read more about Bobby.

Angie – Follow her on twitter @Godswordistruth - John 17:17 God’s Word is Truth… I tweet quotes, & CEV bible verses. I Love to help people & make people smile! =) DM your Prayer Requests.  Read more about Angie.

Joyce – Follow her on twitter @JOYful_delight –  FULL of JOY - Hello Twitter, I’m Joyce.. I’ve been on Twitter going on 2 yrs I tweet Bible verses, Quotes & random things, I comment & #Tworship send a request  Read more about Joyce.

Linda - Follow her on twitter @twangytexan – Blessed to be blessed and walking this journey in complete freedom from guilt and shame.  Linda brings great joy to all those who get to know her.  Read more about Linda.

Elisabeth – Follow her on twitter @musiclover572 – This adorable Daddy’s girl that would love to be anything like her mom will win your heart over, just as she did mine. Read more about Elisabeth.

I want to get to know YOU more.  Do you have a blog that you can do an “About Me” post and share with me? I’d love to list you here!

No blog? Well, you can still tell us about you!  Sure you can! Look Below!  See that box down there? Yeah…the comment box! How about putting a list there and make sure you include your twitter name – so we can KNOW who you are there are well.

I can’t WAIT to get to know you more!

{{{{HUGS}}}} Yall!

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Keeping it Real about ME

May 19, 2009 By 49 Comments

Psssst...didja know.......

I have a horrible problem. I do. When I’m on the phone with a help tech person or am “waiting” for someone to help me – I tend to ask questions. Seriously. I always want to know where the person is, are they near a beach (so I know if I need to be jealous or not) how old they are etc.

I just like to know these things – maybe it helps me to remember they are a real person with real feelings or maybe, just maybe it satisfies my curiosity problem. Either way, I like finding out things about people.

In honor of that, here are some things about me. I’m just keeping it real and they are totally in a random order. Just as they pop into my head. You might want to check back from time to time as I’m sure I’ll add things to it.

1. I have frizzy-naturally curly hair.
2. I’m afraid of heights but will fly in an airplane in a heart beat
3. I’m addicted to sugar. Especially Krispy Kreme…hot donuts – But Reese Cup RULE!
4. I want to visit and do something in all 50 states.
5. I adore small versions of the real thing. For instance – have you seen the key chain version of board games? Very cute.
6. I’ve wanted to meet Chuck Norris since I was 17. (Really, can you help with this?) 5/15/2010 **This Dream of more than 25 years has come true!! Check it out here!
7. I enjoy walking in the snow. Nothing like a fresh blanket of snow to destroy!
8. While I love spreading joy, I’m a horror flick chick. I love the suspense, the drama and the kill. Just as long as it isn’t a horror movie about bugs, spiders, creepy crawlies…etc. I’m good.
9. I will enjoy being a size 16 again one of these days. Never thought it was a “happy” size before, but – it is.
10. I wish I scrapbooked more.
11. I want to capture a picture of a full moon when it is cheesy orange and appears to be sitting right on the earth.
12. I miss my Sega Genesis.
13. I adore my husband and children. Would give up the world for them.
14. Funerals make me sick to my stomach.
15. I’m not a morning person, but I’m at work most days around 6 am.
16. I’m the happiest when I’m giving and doing for others.
17. I love the rain. Love watching it, listening to it and don’t mind getting wet as long as I’m not going some place important.
18. I hate pumping gas. I do. Really. OK, I detest it, avoid it – truly hate it!
19. I go to the beach every single chance I get. There is nothing like the ocean to me! Calming, soothing – I love it. Here is my view of the ocean.
20. I almost always buy from kids.
21. Reading blogs saves me mega bucks! I love finding new blogs.
22. I think coffee just before bedtime is so soothing.
23. I can’t wait to own one of the small itty bitty 8 inch computers. I must resist until they start putting more memory in them though. **Alert** ohhh..I do love my itty bitty computer!! Must get it more speed though!
24. I’m very random. Things just pop into my mind randomly and I must act upon them.
25. I love quotations. They inspire and motivate.
26. Stay up all night on most weekends. Usually average 4 hours of sleep Friday night and then again Saturday night. Can not make myself do that during the week no matter how hard I try.
27. I love books. Especially older turn of the century books. Cans sit and look through books for hours in a bookstore.
28. I’d love to live in a loft type home – over looking the ocean. Can you imagine the view of the sun rise from that?
29. I love choices. The more the merrier.
30. I love monkeys. When I was little – there weren’t monkey shirts, stuffed animals etc. Now they are everywhere….journals, pens, pencils – they are everywhere! One can never have enough monkey stuff.
31. I think museums are such a fun place to learn. Helps us to remember what we’ve seen and learned.

What about you? Please feel free to use the comment section to tell me a little more about yourself. If you are on Twitter – please tell me (and others) who you are. I am @spreadingJOY. (I like that way that sounds…don’t you?) Come on – you know you want to tell us! Besides, we want to follow you too.

May 2010

 

32. When I can’t update this post, I think of 37 1/2 things to add to it!
33. I want to be spreading joy all across the USA and the world one day!
34. When I drive I look at shapes in the cloud. I know, not safe for those driving around me, but love seeing neat shapes.
35. I do not feel comfortable on bridges – especially when 18-wheelers are passing and shaking the bridge.
36. I LOVE singing in the car. I do. My kids don’t appreciate my talent, but they do tolorate my gifts!
37. I don’t want to grow up, I’m a toys R us kid!
38. I’m a persistant little booger! No, really…I am.
39. I love talking, chatting (just ask anyone on twitter) and being with friends – but I really, truly L-O-V-E doing things by myself.
40. There is nothing like going to the movies and being the ONLY ONE in the theatre! Love that!
41. I am a Daddy’s girl, but am proud to have “turned into” my Mother!
42. I love the sleep I get when I’ve just turned off the alarm and I’m supposed to get up. That is the most relaxing sleep ever!
43.  I’m a music loving, horrible singer kind of gal that always has music on. From sappy love songs, to golden oldies, to big band and Praise&Worship – I love it all! Oh, and around Halloween, the Christmas music starts playing in my house!
44.  I can sit and gaze at the moon, especially when it is full, for hours.  So handsome, reassuring and always lighting my way. Moonlit Beauty - there is nothing like it!
45.  Laughter is the best medicine.  Lightens the load and wraps the heart with a reassuring hug.
46.  Cartoons of yesterday are my favorites. Pooh and Piglet still make me smile and the roadrunner has my number! I just don’t do things slowly, not sure I even know how.
47.  I’m a hugger. Hugs are awesome.  I love that my 19 yr. old son will let me hug him as long as I need to, without pushing me away.
48.  I cry.  Simple fact.  May be tears of joy or because love hurts.  But I firmly believe that tears are healing.
49.  I love working in the dark with only the light of the laptop to guide me.  Having music in the background (or total silence) and everysingle light off  – very peaceful.
50.  I’m a simple kind of gal. I don’t look for nor expect fancy rings, earrings or necklaces. I love $5.00 watches that look like bracelets and cute dangle earrings!
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