If you really knew me...

I have seen this blog topic going around and thought it to be a fun one to do.  I did get this from Brandy @ A Little Bit of Brandy who also followed suit from a fellow blogger, who in turned followed another blogger....etc... I'm sure you get it by now.  You could probably find the trail if you dug deep enough.  :)

*On a side note...I'd like to give special thanks to Britt @ Designed to Inspire who gave me a blog makeover that I just love!  Thanks for your time and patience Britt!

Here we go...

If you really knew ME....

You'd know that I talk a lot with my hands.  I never noticed how much until I was interviewing someone and they couldn't help, but watch my hands more than my eyes!  It was driving me crazy!  I need to work on that.

You'd know I was a teen mom.

You'd know that my family means the world to me.  I am very protective when it comes to them.

You'd know that I love being an aunt and I have 5 nieces that I just adore!!  Each one of them has something about them that reminds me of my daughter when she was their age.  I can just hug on them forever.  My nephews are my boys...I love those crazy kids too!

You'd know that I have a very supportive and loving husband who isn't afraid of anything.  I admire this about him.  Our life is so adventurous and fun because of him.  I probably would be living a boring life if it wasn't for him always making me try new things.  I love this about him.

You'd know that I get emotional when it comes to my kids growing up.

You'd know that I fear flying, but I still do it.

You'd know that I love books and own enough books to open up a bookstore.  I wonder if actual books will ever become an 'antique' item one day?  If so, I'd become a wealthy person!

You'd know that I love learning about history and how things used to be. I love all things classic-anything from the 1950's and earlier I find is quite interesting. Things seemed to be so simple. 


You'd know that I have a great love for children.  I love teaching them new things.  I love their perspective on things.  If you want to know the absolute truth about anything, ask a child.

You'd know that my dream trip would be to spend a week or two in New York.  Second would be an extended stay on any of the islands in the Caribbean-Curacao, St. Lucia, Virgin Islands, St. Croix etc... heck...why not all?

You'd know that I never liked being tall, even though everyone always tells me it is such a blessing to have the height.

You'd know that my car radio is usually set to country music stations.

You'd know that I love being home or on a beach.  I think I will buy a beach house.  That will knock these two out in a heartbeat.

You'd know that nothing stops me from doing what I want to do.  I set my goals and somehow make them work.  Barriers do not exist in my world.

You'd know that I treasure my friendships with my girlfriends.  Each one has their own unique characteristics that I admire about them.  

You'd know that I can't watch violent movies.  I will literally cover my eyes during the parts.

You'd know that I love anything with chocolate, yet it makes me sleepy.  I have to eat it in small pieces and even then I will begin to nod off.  Please don't give me a brownie!  I'll be gone for the night!

You'd know that I get terribly nervous speaking in front of adults, even though I do this daily as part of my job.  Who would have "thunk" it?


You'd know that one of my weaknesses is butter popcorn at the movies.  I can eat almost a whole bucket so I avoid going to the movies just so I don't do this.  


You'd know that I have a LOVE for purses and bags.  I have more purses and bags than I do shoes and maybe even clothes.


You'd know that my idea of a good night would include my husband and I hanging out outside with a fire going, cold drinks, country music playing and good conversation that lasts all night.


You'd know that I am a bargain shopper, but I will spend top dollar on bags, purses, hair products, and books. 


There I go......out in the open.........


Have a great weekend!