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Alaistra

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About Me

Okay, so about me... there are so many things about me, good, bad, and downright strange, that there is no possible way to give anything more than a general representation of myself. I grew up in a rough part of Portland, Or. My family has had its problems and I have so far survived all of them. My personality (my friends can attest) is odd, but fun. I absolutely love mammals and reptiles. I dislike fish, birds, and insects/spiders. --------------------------------------------- I like to think I am a nice person, rather quiet around large groups, but once I'm comfortable with a person, I never shut up. I'm a bit quirky, but I don't think it goes too far, except in the case...well no sense in giving you that much power over me. -------------------- On to another subject. I love movies, not necessarily big hit films, or even modern (half my movie collection is musicals, I love Fred Astaire.) I love foreign films, Zhang Yimou is one of my favorite film makers, his use of color is extraordinary. I love the depths that are often explored by foreign films, but I have to watch them subtitled, it really annoys me to watch people's mouths move one way and have the wrong sounds coming out. Though, it is getting easier to watch the French films without subtitles. Guess that happens the more you can speak a language. ------------------------------------------------------------ ------------------------ I can't believe I nearly forgot to mention the fact that I am an Anglophile. I grew up on a very strange combination of Jeopardy,The Rocky Horror Picture Show, Dr. Who, and Are You Being Served. Throw in a touch of Discovery Channel and the Thundercats and you get me. Since my childhood, my love of all things British just expanded, and I was very happy when I was dubbed honorary English by a friend in New Zealand. That made my day. It is a quirk of my personality, but I wouldn't have it any other way. I love to view and think of things from a different perspective, I really do. I call it "the other". I am the other, and I see it in all things. My being an Anglophile is an extention of that. ------------------------------------------------------------ ------------- I also grew up in the SCA, for those who don't know, that is the Society For Creative Anachronisms, which is basically where you dress in period clothing and spent the day in a village during the medieval-renaissance era. It is so much fun, truly, but I love Renfaire, it feels very natural and is just a fun, comfortable environment. I'm more the person that I want to be at Renfaire, mostly because I feel comfortable there, and more like I can be myself. At least the bits that I don't show to people normally. I am a bit shy, but it is getting better, and I'm much more outgoing now. ------------------------------------------------------------ ----------------- Other than that, I am apt to do things that do not at first seem congruent to my outward nature. I am not really readable at first glance. I will climb a glacier (and have :D) to prove to myself and others that I am capable, despite my size. I always felt that my size is in no way a restriction except in how people percieve me. I am very active despite my interests tending toward reading and movies. I love the outdoors, I love going hiking and stargazing, just fresh open air makes me feel better. -------------------------------------------------- I guess I've worn y'all out, so just talk to me, get to know me, and you'll probably discover something you never thought of.
What is Your World View?
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You scored as Cultural Creative

Cultural Creatives are probably the newest group to enter this realm. You are a modern thinker who tends to shy away from organized religion but still feels as if there is something greater than ourselves. You are very spiritual, even if you are not religious. Life has a meaning outside of the rational.


Cultural Creative


94%

Postmodernist


81%

Idealist


81%

Romanticist


69%

Materialist


50%

Modernist


44%

Existentialist


44%

Fundamentalist


31%
TELL ME ABOUT YOURSELF - The Survey
Name: Alaistra
Birthday: 10/15/86
Birthplace: Portland, Oregon
Current Location: Tucson, Arizona
Eye Color: grey-green
Hair Color: brown w/natural gold and copper highlights w/ fake blond chunks in front
Height: 5'10
Right Handed or Left Handed: right
Your Heritage: The Uk, a bit of german and some native american
The Shoes You Wore Today: flip flops, since when have i worn anything else?
Your Weakness: Scottish men and their kilts
Your Fears:
Your Perfect Pizza: time out or reel 'cause i hate syndicated pizza chains
Goal You Would Like To Achieve This Year: A picture of me in front of BBC Wales in Cardiff
Your Most Overused Phrase On an instant messenger: dont actually have a specific phrase
Thoughts First Waking Up: "Try not to think about it"(The it is unimportant)
Your Best Physical Feature: Ma eyes
Your Bedtime: when i fall asleep
Your Most Missed Memory: driving around w/julia for no reason
Pepsi or Coke: Pepsi
MacDonalds or Burger King: Neither
Single or Group Dates: single
Lipton Ice Tea or Nestea: neither, all of em are sweetened, blech!
Chocolate or Vanilla: Chocolate
Cappuccino or Coffee: Blech again. I take tea
Do you Smoke: nope
Do you Swear: yep, more often now
Do you Sing: yes, and quite badly too, i must say
Do you Shower Daily: as often as possible
Have you Been in Love: i've been in 'crush', love has as yet eluded me
Do you want to go to College: Already there
Do you want to get Married: Someday maybe. Not really sure
Do you belive in yourself: i can do anything i want and i'll turn a few heads doing it
Do you get Motion Sickness: nope, took motion sickness pills once and they made me sick. Never again.
Do you think you are Attractive: Yes, now I do.
Are you a Health Freak: Absolutely not!
Do you get along with your Parents: MMM-hmmm
Do you like Thunderstorms: I could never turn down the power of the thunder.
Do you play an Instrument: No
In the past month have you Drank Alcohol: No
In the past month have you Smoked: No
In the past month have you been on Drugs: No
In the past month have you gone on a Date: No
In the past month have you gone to a Mall: Yes, finally an affirmative answer
In the past month have you eaten a box of Oreos: No
In the past month have you eaten Sushi: No
In the past month have you been on Stage: No
In the past month have you been Dumped: No
In the past month have you gone Skinny Dipping: No
In the past month have you Stolen Anything: No
Ever been Drunk: No
Ever been called a Tease: No
Ever been Beaten up: No
Ever Shoplifted: No
How do you want to Die: I don't want to die, but if I must, quietly with no fuss
What do you want to be when you Grow Up: A Herpetologist. This has nothing to do with Herpes, It is the study of reptiles
What country would you most like to Visit: Scotland, but would settle for England
In a Boy/Girl..
Favourite Eye Color: Velvety brown or clear dark blue
Favourite Hair Color: Darker shades
Short or Long Hair: depends on guy, some can pull off short, some long. I especially like a medium look, but if it rocks, it rocks
Height: My height or taller
Weight: doesn't matter
Best Clothing Style: clean clothes
Number of Drugs they have taken: 0
Number of CDs they own: doesn't matter, don't care to count
Number of Piercings: don't care
Number of Tattoos: cool w/ or w/o tattoos
Number of things in their Past they Regret: 0-1
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You are a Libra, the charmer of the Zodiac. You are
peace-loving, appreciative, sensitive,
idealistic, thoughtfull, artistic,and
passionate about justice. You also go out of
your way to make things better. Of all the
animals out there you are most like a cat and
dog,sometimes you are a cat and the others, you
are a dog. As a cat you are independent, proud,
and wise. You let others worship you, but as
the dog you are a total opposite. You love to
play and you need aproval like a fish needs
water.-your lucky colors are sky blue, lavender, and
magenta-your metal is copper- your day of the week is friday-your precious stone is opal, this stone is only
lucky for libras-your element is air-the parts of the body that you rule are your skin,
veins, lowerback, and kidneys-your ruling planet is venus-your best love matches are gemini, aquarius,
libra, leo, and sometimes aries
What is Your TRUE Astrology Sign? (for guys and girls with incredibly detailed answers and incredible pictures+READ MEMO PLEASE)
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The Keys to Your Heart
You are attracted to good manners and elegance.
In love, you feel the most alive when everything is uncertain, one moment heaven... the next moment hell.
You'd like to your lover to think you are stylish and alluring.
You would be forced to break up with someone who was insecure and in constant need of reassurance.
Your ideal relationship is open. Both of you can talk about everything... no secrets.
Your risk of cheating is zero. You care about society and morality. You would never break a commitment.
You think of marriage as something precious. You'll treasure marriage and treat it as sacred.
In this moment, you think of love as something you thirst for. You'll do anything for love, but you won't fall for it easily. What Are The Keys To Your Heart?
Lord of the Rings
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Your Rising Sign is Pisces
Dreaming and introspective, you're often lost in your thoughts.Which is okay by you... you're inner world is pretty darn awesome.And while you are inwardly confident, sometimes you seem a bit unsure.People often handle you more delicately than they need to.You love luxury, and even if you're a bit broke, you want things to look "rich."Mysterious and demure, you keep secrets about yourself to remain an enigma.What is Your Rising Sign?
What Your Face Says
At first glance, people see you as strong willed and stubborn.
Overall, your true self is reserved and logical.
With friends, you seem dramatic, lively, and quick to react.
In love, you seem energetic - almost manic.
In stressful situations, you seem sad and helpless. What Do People Think Of Your Face?

Your Political Profile


Overall: 20% Conservative, 80% Liberal
Social Issues: 25% Conservative, 75% Liberal
Personal Responsibility: 0% Conservative, 100% Liberal
Fiscal Issues: 25% Conservative, 75% Liberal
Ethics: 0% Conservative, 100% Liberal
Defense and Crime: 50% Conservative, 50% Liberal How Liberal / Conservative Are You? Where was your soul born?[pics + detailed answeres]
Your soul was born in the Shadows.Your soul was born in the shadows of the moon at night. You're all mystery and enigma and your element is the Moon. No one really knows who you are, but they might think they know you. You only tell people fragments of who you are and never show your true personality. That doesn't have to mean that youre being someone you're not though. You're always yourself and you never do something just because someone else does. Some might think you're a little cold or dull, but you're just hiding your true self for some reason. Maybe only a couple of selected people have ever seen the true you. You are loyal to these people and it will take time if anyone else wants to gain your trust. You let people think that they know you and that you trust them. But sooner or later they will realize that they never really knew you. Be careful. Someday you might need someone who knows what you need. Trust people. You prefer silence and tranquillity. You're calm and collected and a nice person most of the time.
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You Belong in Rome
You're a big city girl with a small town heart
Which is why you're attracted to the romance of Rome
Strolling down picture perfect streets, cappuccino in hand
And gorgeous Italian men - could life get any better? What City Do You Belong In?
Your Birthdate: October 15
You take life as it is, and you find happiness in a variety of things.
You tend to be close to family and friends. But it's hard to get into your inner circle.
Making the little things wonderful is important to you, and you probably have an inviting home.
You seek harmony with others, but occasionally you have a very stubborn streak.
Your strength: Your intense optimism
Your weakness: You shy away from exploring your talents
Your power color: Jade
Your power symbol: Flower
Your power month: June What Does Your Birth Date Mean?
You Are Rain
You can be warm and sexy. Or cold and unwelcoming.
Either way, you slowly bring out the beauty around you.
You are best known for: your touch
Your dominant state: changing What Type of Weather Are You?
You Have a Melancholic Temperament
Introspective and reflective, you think about everything and anything.
You are a soft-hearted daydreamer. You long for your ideal life.
You love silence and solitude. Everyday life is usually too chaotic for you.
Given enough time alone, it's easy for you to find inner peace.
You tend to be spiritual, having found your own meaning of life.
Wise and patient, you can help people through difficult times.
At your worst, you brood and sulk. Your negative thoughts can trap you.
You are reserved and withdrawn. This makes it hard to connect to others.
You tend to over think small things, making decisions difficult. What Temperment Are You?
You Are An ISFP
The Artist
You are a gifted artist or musician (though your talents may be dormant right now).
You enjoy spending your free time in nature, and you are good with animals and children.
Simply put, you enjoy bueaty in all its forms and live for the simple pleasures in life.
Gentle, sensitive, and compassionate - you are good at recognizing people's unspoken needs.
You would make a good veterinarian, pediatrician, or composer. What's Your Personality Type?
You Are Teal Green
You are a one of a kind, original person. There's no one even close to being like you.
Expressive and creative, you have a knack for making the impossible possible.
While you are a bit offbeat, you don't scare people away with your quirks.
Your warm personality nicely counteracts and strange habits you may have. What Color Green Are You?
You Are a Visionary Soul
You are a curious person, always in a state of awareness.
Connected to all things spiritual, you are very connected to your soul.
You are wise and bright: able to reason and be reasonable.
Occasionally, you get quite depressed and have dark feelings.
You have great vision and can be very insightful.
In fact, you are often profound in a way that surprises yourself.
Visionary souls like you can be the best type of friend.
You are intuitive, understanding, sympathetic, and a good healer.
Souls you are most compatible with: Old Soul and Peacemaker Soul What Kind of Soul Are You? You Are A: Bear Cub !
Bears are strong and independent creatures who roam in the forest in search of food. Bears are usually gentle, but anger one and be prepared for their full fury! You won't back down from a fight, you have a bit of a temper -- classic attributes of a bear. Intelligent and resourceful, though lazy at times, you are a fascinating creature of the wild.
You were almost a: Monkey or a Duck
You are least like a: Chipmunk or a Groundhog What Cute Animal Are You?
You Are A Maple Tree
There's not anyone in this world quite like you.
You are full of imagination, ambition, and originality.
Shy but confident, you hunger for new experiences.
You have a good memory and learn easily.
You are sometimes nervous and always complex (especially in love). What's Your Celtic Horoscope?
Your Dominant Intelligence is Linguistic Intelligence
You are excellent with words and language. You explain yourself well.
An elegant speaker, you can converse well with anyone on the fly.
You are also good at remembering information and convicing someone of your point of view.
A master of creative phrasing and unique words, you enjoy expanding your vocabulary.
You would make a fantastic poet, journalist, writer, teacher, lawyer, politician, or translator. What Kind of Intelligence Do You Have? Which Ultimate Beautiful Woman are You?
You are a true nature girl!
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My Interests

I'd like to meet:

Fred Astaire, who has since been lost to time. I'd really like to meet someone who views the Earth in a positive light and extends that to everything in their life. There are more of y'all out there than you believe...

My Blog

You Are Bold and Fearless

You are usually the best at everything ... you strive for perfection. You are confident, authoritative, and aggressive. You have the classic "Type A" personality.You are relaxed, chill, and very likel...
Posted by on Wed, 25 Mar 2009 15:29:00 GMT

Feelin’ Good.

I just had a really good day. That isn't something I'll ever type here often, it's just....I feel like I finally found myself again, and I love it! The Empress is back y'all. I don't know where s...
Posted by on Mon, 05 May 2008 21:47:00 GMT

Three wishes only

What do you do with three wishes? What if someone has granted you three wishes? What do you wish for? Now compound that with the fact that you kinda sorta slightly like the person that is telling you ...
Posted by on Wed, 30 Apr 2008 22:21:00 GMT

Why should I?

It has been awhile. A long while. I know y'all didn't miss my ramblings, but I am so in need of an outlet right now. I just NEED to do something. I'm suffering primarily from Renfaire withdrawals. It...
Posted by on Sat, 16 Feb 2008 17:37:00 GMT

Why is it the most simple of events change the world?

That was just a question for y'all to ponder. Yes, 'tis I, dear readers. Thought you'd get off and I'd stop writing eh? No such luck. I just haven't felt the need. No need at all really. Until now. Ju...
Posted by on Sun, 23 Dec 2007 21:24:00 GMT

It seems such a very short distance, but it turned into an eternity.

One year ago, not so very long in my estimation, I had my first Spring Break in college. I went to spent it with my grandparents here in Tucson. They have a lovely house, perched on the side of a larg...
Posted by on Thu, 15 Mar 2007 22:01:00 GMT

Once again into the fray, my friends (A note on renfaire)

Okay, so I was re-reading all my posts, especially those most recent, and all I can think of my self is "why the fuck did I have to be so fucking depressing?!" So this is a new leaf, people, this will...
Posted by on Fri, 09 Mar 2007 20:19:00 GMT

More than most, less than all

I am going insane. Well that really isn't completely true is it? I'm going more insane. For a while a fog lifted from my face and I could see through something other than melancholy eyes. But its...
Posted by on Sat, 21 Oct 2006 01:14:00 GMT

Walking with Effortlessness

To think, that there are no places here to which I can walk and be physically alone. As far as my feet can take me, they cannot take me away. They cannot walk far enough. I'm alone in my thoughts...
Posted by on Wed, 27 Sep 2006 01:20:00 GMT

The Cold-Hearted Truth

Thinking back to New Zealand, it has occurred to me that all of us, all us ISVers, are nothing but someone's job. Our faces fade, our lives mean so little. ISV sends hundreds of students around the wo...
Posted by on Sun, 17 Sep 2006 01:07:00 GMT