I'm interested in the simple things in life. Here are some of those simple things: music, reading, sketching, walking with God, cooking, inspiring children, vintage anything, cars from the 1950's, renaissance faire, spontanious moments of laughter, art, flowers, when my dad cries at a movie, make-up, friends, the dream of travel, Europeans, celtic knots, Mexico, painted toes, john mayer blogs, listening to my students talk to each other when they think I'm not listening, history, fantasy,artsy movies, jewelry,cocktails, chocolate covered berries, the ocean, decorating, Rayen property, and more!
Friends of my past, present, and future!
I like all kinds of music, but love music with jazz and blues influences. I like mood music. Groove music. I really love Jamie Cullum, old-time jazz, John Mayer, Jason Miraz, Dave Matthews Band, Corinne, Bailey, Rae, Ray LaMontayne, Norah Jones, Coldplay, Cheryl Crow, Stevie Ray Vaughn, Herbie Hancock, BB King, and U2 to name a few. Some days all I want is country. Sometimes it's indie rock. I love salsa, samba, and celtic music too. I appreciate music that is poetic and inspires you to reflect. I appreciate music that is fun, relaxing, romantic...and actually proves real talent!
I love to watch movies, but I wouldn't consider myself a junkie. I'm actually somewhat of a movie snob! In no particular order, SOME of my favorites include: Braveheart, 50 First Dates, Big, The Princess and the Warrior, Amelie, Gardenstate, The Princess Bride, Moulin Rouge, Schlinder's List, Ferris Beuller's Day Off, Weird Science, Pretty in Pink, The Lord of the Rings trilogy, Bedknobs and Broomsticks, Pollyanna, The Shawshank Redemption, Saving Private Ryan, Good Will Hunting, Titanic, Grease, Napoleon Dynamite, Meet Me in St. Louis, Star Wars, Gangs of New York, Mary Poppins, Chocolat,Pretty Woman, As Good As It Gets, Meet the Parents, Wedding Singer, Love Actually, Breakfast Club, The Pursuit of Happiness, and Sixteen Candles.
The Office! I also like silly reality shows like Take Home Chef, What Not To Wear, no-brainer VH1 shows, American Idol and Project Runway when they're on.
I love to read a good book. Right now I'm reading Wicked. Here are a few of my favorites: The Secret Life of Bees, The Life of Pi, and the Harry Potter series.
Rachel, Josh and Dana, April, Lois, Gary and Marylyn, Silas and Shuma, Dad, Micheala, Janet and Lisa, Marva, Jenni, Debbie, and Deby!