Born a dirty Jersey girl, I grew up in a depressed little town in PA and couldn't wait to get the hell out by the time I turned 18... so I did. 2 weeks after graduating high school, I moved down here to attend UNCW, and haven't looked back since. 5 years later, I've graduated with a BA in English and a secondary teaching license. Now I'm plotting my escape from the real world and planning to attend grad school (just as soon as I can make a dent in these student loans...)
I love it here in Wilmy-wood for a multitude of reasons. The people are kind; their stories unique. Downtown is rich with history and has a scene for any personality. The beach offers a view that's impossible to match, and a tranquility many people crave. It even has it's own film industry with productions like Surface, One Tree Hill, and Screen Gems Studios. It's pretty entertaining. And you wonder why I left Pennsylvania...
One of the most important things I've learned is to just live life and do what makes you happy. I'm not one to sit back and wait for something good to happen, I make it happen. I honestly believe that life is what you make it, and in the words of Sister Hazel, "if you're not happy, change your mind." So many people rely on others for their own happiness; I say make things happen for yourself and happiness follows. So far, it's worked out.
2 years ago, I lost my father to cancer. It was damn hard, for everyone, and I wouldn't wish it on my worst enemy's dog. I miss my Dad so much, and I carry it with me every day. It's taught me to appreciate those around me in a whole new light. I love all my friends, and they are fiercely loyal. I would do anything for them.
Onto the fun and completely random stuff:
* On any given Tuesday Wednesday, you can find us (C U Next Tuesday, Team Topanga) chasing people out of Flaming Amy's with our dirty conversations.
* My favorite words are insatiable, voracious, and licentious. Actually, Freud would have fun with that...
* I firmly believe that the people we meet, we meet for a reason.
* I love romantic tragedies. Romeo and Juliet, Moulin Rouge, RENT, Serendipity; they just kill me until the end. They make me want to scream at the characters like men coaching their favorite football team from their couch. This is audience participation in effect long before "Who's Line."
* Believe it or not, sometimes, I can be shy.
* The song "Somewhere Out There" from An American Tale can reduce me to a puddle of tears in 10 seconds flat. I have no idea why.
* Whatever happened to writing love notes? Why don't we speak like they did in the old movies?
* I have issues with blondes.
* Guys with emo haircuts scare me. If it takes longer for him to do his hair than it does for me... that's just wrong.
* I rock out to Broadway show tunes. And I'm not afraid to admit it. Hell, I rock out in my car at all possible chances.
* Who is John Galt?
* Speaking of cars, I have ridiculously vulgar road rage attacks. Don't worry, I just scream and make gestures, I don't actually get out of my car and beat people.
* I curse a lot.
* Every girl's crazy 'bout a sharp dressed man.
* You can't look at the front end of a 'Vette without thinking about...
* Speaking of which, everyone in this town drives a fucking mustang. And you know what? THEY ARE FUCKING UGLY, (with the exception of the latest model and Heidi's car). If you are one of the assholes who bought one because everyone else in this town has one... way to be unique, dumbass. When did everyone around here get together and vote that they'd all drive mustangs? You'd think they'd pick a car that didn't actually suck... (sorry heidi, sally still rocks!)
* Black Lab is the greatest band of all time. END OF ARGUMENT.
* Who shot JR?
* Stuart Townsend makes a damn sexy vampire. (This is a proven fact).
* I have a hardcore fear of spiders. And by hardcore, I mean that you've never seen anyone freak out over a spider quite like I do.
* I like whiskey.
* Sports: Europeans kicking each other in the nuts and causing riots... ouch. fat men in spandex chasing bloated pig skin... cool. Canadians beating the hell out of each other on ice... way cool. Jeter in some tight pinstripe pants... even better.
* Hugs, not drugs, people.
* I talk through movies. Yep, I'm THAT girl. I'm sorry.
* Coffee makes me nauseous.
* Save the drama for yer mama... or daddy... or baby daddy. I'd like to keep my stress to a minimum, thanks.
* Life is all about the small things... like brand new socks that fit perfectly, lazy sunday mornings spent wrapped up in warm, soft sheets with someone you love (or a good book), stargazer lillies, and chocolate.
* I habitually misplace my keys.
* I have a waterbed. It is the bomb diggity.
* I collect teddy bears, Coca-Cola memorabilia, turtles (not real ones), and apparently men's socks...
* I have a motorcycle license (if only I had a motorcycle...)
* Alaska is not an island.
* I rock the old school atari, nintendo and sega.
* I have a "tall, dark and handsome" thing... can't shake it. trust me, I've tried.
* I love logical puzzles and codes. It's very satisfying figuring them out and it gives my brain a workout.
* On that note, I love people who challenge me. Quickest way to gain my interest: pose a challenge. If you tell me there is something I can't or won't do, I will do it just to prove you wrong.
* If you haven't guessed, I'm stubborn to a fault, and fiercely tenacious.
* Stupidity should be painful. I like people who think. Furthermore, I like people who have their own goals and plans. If you have no direction in life, I can't help you... and I feel sorry for you.
* I don't compete with the ex. I'm not living in someone else's memory; I prefer to make my own.
* I've been hit by a car. It hurt. :-(
* I love a good thunderstorm.
* I share my birthday with Jonathan Larson. Is there any better person to share a birthday with?!
* I am left handed, which makes me cooler than all you right handed freaks. :-P
* Where have all the cowboys gone?
* Actors and poker players lie for a living. I don't date liars.
* I crack Yo Mama jokes incessantly. But in my defense, this habit started long before MTV tried to regurgitate it as a television show. In fact, I think I got it from living with Dave and Tex. So blame them.
* Men who write = hot.
* I dig guys with long hair.
* I CAN'T STESS THIS ENOUGH: PICKING PEOPLE UP ON THE INTARW3B IS FOR GEEKS AND PEDOPHILES. THIS INCLUDES YOU, MR. "HEY I SAW YOUR PROFILE AND WANTED TO SAY HI". Whatever happened to meeting people in REAL LIFE?
* Shakira is hot, but she also sounds like a Smurf.
* Ask me about "the flat spot" lol, it's not dirty, I promise!
* Corsettes are hot.
* I have been known to deck a guy for grabbing my ass. This is the South; your mama taught you better than that!
* I can hold my own in a game of Hold 'Em.
* Casual hookups are lame. I prefer the real thing
* Yo hablo espanol. Just don't ask me to read it, write it, or type it.
* When I get really nervous or bored, I bite my lip.
* I like people who aren't afraid to be goofy. Laughter really is the best medicine. Make me laugh and I'll be your best friend.
* I am a raging grammar nazi. People who don't innunciate, or who lack basic writing conventions and mechanics make me want to pummel them.
* I think one of the sexiest qualities a person can have is eloquence and a broad vocabulary. Yes, I am aware that makes me a dork... but you love me anyway :-)
The bomb giggity! :-P
