Welcome. I'm Erin. I joined myspace a little over two years ago, and have met some incredible people, many of whom have transcended the myspace world into the real one. All of those on my friend's list (sans bands and/or band members) I know personally, have met, or talk with on a fairly regular basis.
As most of you know, I was diagnosed with a rare form of Leukemia ( AML APL ) in January of this year, so I've spent a majority of 2007 in and out of the hospital and cancer clinic. It's funny--or perhaps, ironic--as I was previously a bit of a health and exercise nut. I was one of the healthiest persons I knew, but as the adage goes, life happens. I've gotten over my anger, over myself, and finally accepted that this is my reality for the year. But it's just *one* year. :)
Friends describe me as one of the most genuine and authentic persons, to which I see as being the *best* of compliments. If you want to become one, just ask.
I love my friends.
LOVE, LOVE, LOVE them. Families are NOT always biological. This may be construed initially as ridiculous or contrite, but this site has changed my life, introducing me to some fantastically beautiful people. While I've been able to reconnect with many whom I knew before, a select few I never would have met without myspace; thank God that you wrote back, responded to my emails, and befriended me. You have *truly* changed me, and the course of my life; I'm forever indebted.
Ok, about me: I'm a narcissist with an inferiority complex. I have body image issues, I always will, and its not because of fashion models. I had dedicated the last eight years of my life to psychology and only recently decided that I've given and taken enough from it. For me, a balance has been achieved, onward I go.
I love being around people, although I'm quite shy and it's often mistaken for snobbery. I have a lot--and I mean, A LOT--of quirks. I take days one at a time. I love living, but only because I've squared off with death so many times.
I believe in goodness, and favor those who honor forgiveness, humility and redemption (it has nothing to do with religion); dislike the behaviors, not the person. We are all part of the collective, walking wounded, but that doesn't mean you have to act like it; don't be another victim. Take responsibility. Challenge your fears. Scream out your truth. Strive for greatness. You know you are...
I love coffee, organic food, people who think.
Want to seriously turn me on? Say something authentic and real... and mean it. I don't care if we don't agree... but whatever you say, say it with intellect and passion, and I'll respect you for life. I feel that I have endured intense challenges in the recent past (haven't we all--I mean, really?)
What am I searching for? Ah geez, who knows. I really don't care about the answer any more, as it's really all about the daily journey. And I'm sure those who know me will agree that with my life, I'll never be lacking for excitement!
A fairly all-encompassing and self-descriptive quote:
So talk to me! I'm a fantastic friend.
I'll also mention that I never would have been able to endure this year's trials without my fiance, Dan. Dan spent every night in the hospital with me. How fantastic is that? And that was just six months into our relationship. I really don't believe I grasped the idea and feeling of unconditional love until I met him. And every day I wake, I'm grateful and elated to wake next to him :)
A few quick facts. Thus far, I've achieved the following statistics: 1 in 6 million who will meet their spouse on a blind date. Dan and I did, through myspace! 1500 out of the entire U.S. population (in one year) who will be diagnosed with the rare leukemia APL. Who wants to play the lottery with me? Ha ha ha
