Rachelle - ProfilesArchive

About Me

Time for an update...:)I consider myself a long list of oxymorons...:) Timidly assertive, a pessimistic optimist, a realisitc perfectionist, and an introverted extrovert. I like dressing up and feeling like a "girly girl" but I can't live without my sweats and t-shirts. I love the sound and smells of the ocean and how watching the waves hit the sand can make you feel like a breath away from God himself. But I love being close to the mountains and seeing the leaves change in the fall. I can be emotional and hypersensitive yet I can be strong and unwavering. I am planned, organized, detailed, and meticulous but then other times I am so scattered and disorganized. I love being around people- the energy it brings is indescribable. I love hearing others laugh and being in the midst of a big group of friends. But at times I yearn for quiet and solitude and want nothing more than to sit in a room by myself with my thoughts. I can be intellectual and logical but other times I am led by my emotions and feelings. I can be confident and bold but other times I am timid and self-critical. But despite all of my idiosyncracies, I have a wonderful husband who loves me and an amazing son Kaden who teaches me everyday what is most important in life. I met Brandon in December of '98 at a Christmas Dance at Gardner-Webb, where we both received our undergraduate degrees and then our master's degrees. We were engaged in June of 2000 and were married in July of 2001. Kaden Joshua was born on Thanksgiving Day of 2004. Brandon is a youth minister and currently pursuing his doctorate at Fuller Theological Seminary in California. I am a licensed therapist and work in a mental health agency in Charlotte, NC working with children and adolescents. Kaden turned 3 years old in November '07 and our daughter, Makenzie Grace was born on January 12, 2008. I am a Christian but I view God very differently than I did years ago. I have learned that some things in life just don't matter and I am learning how to focus on the things that do.
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My Interests

What I like: thunderstorms at night, going home after a long day at work, grilled chicken and sweet tea, staying in my pajamas all day, hot baths, going to the park with my husband and son, going to the mall/shopping, catching up with friends, people that can read me so I don't have to explain things when I don't feel like it, people that are genuine - not afraid to say what is on their mind, talking to my mom and sister on the phone (dad too- but mom and sis like details), hearing my son laugh, spending time with my family and feeling like nothing else matters, knowing what I want out of life and working hard to get it, change of seasons, candlelit dinner, hearing the right song at just the right moment, those "vacuum lines" on a freshly vacuumed carpet, randomness, thought-provoking conversations, putting my son to sleep, sitting in front of the fireplace on a cold and rainy day, having a purpose, planning, hand-in-hand strolls down the beach at sunset, feeling loved. What I don't like: being lonely, people that drive 15 miles UNDER the speed limit in the LEFT lane!!, criticism, arrogance, ignorance, laziness, a messy house, any kind of seafood, feeling self-conscious like I don't measure up, days where nothing seems to fit,being away from my family.

Your #1 Match: ENFJ

The GiverYou strive to maintain harmony in relationships, and usually succeed. Articulate and enthusiastic, you are good at making personal connections. Sometimes you idealize relationships too much - and end up being let down. You find the most energy and comfort in social situations ... where you shine.You would make a good writer, human resources director, or psychologist.

Your #2 Match: ESFJ

The CaregiverYou are sympathetic and caring, putting friends and family first. A creature of habit, you prefer routines and have trouble with change. You love being in groups - whether you're helping people or working on a project. You are good at listening, laughing, and bringing out the best in people.You would make a great nurse, social worker, or teacher. What's Your Personality Type?

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Music:

Country, Christian, Classical, Soft Rock/Alternative; Anything that fits the mood but I am not much of a fan of heavy metal (I prefer singing not screaming :)) or rap

Movies:

Pretty Woman, It's a Wonderful Life, 10 Things I Hate About You, Sweet Home Alabama, Tommy Boy, Gothika, What Lies Beneath, V for Vendetta, Instinct, Just Like Heaven, Disney Movies, Veggie Tales (yes I liked them before I had my son :)), pretty much anything with Reese Witherspoon or Julia Roberts; Romance/Comedy/Psychological Thrillers

Television:

American Idol!!!, Till Death, Will and Grace, The King of Queens, Yes Dear, and of course the classics such as Full House and the Cosby Show....although my TV days are now limited to Dora, Max and Ruby, Playhouse Disney and Noggin.

Books:

Anything dealing with the human mind and emotion, philosophy/religion, especially Brian McLaren's and other postmodern works, the Bible; a good murder mystery or trashy romance novel doesn't hurt once in a while :)

Heroes:

My mom and dad; everyone in life that has pushed me out of my comfort zone

My Blog

Valentines Day and Love

So, tomorrow is Valentine's Day, which has got me thinking about love and how my understanding of this sometimes elusive concept and practice has evolved through the years. Of course, there is t...
Posted by Rachelle on Thu, 14 Feb 2008 04:48:00 PST

Reality of love

..> ..> Well, today I experienced a moment that made me flash back to a time my parents once said, "when you're a parent, you will understand...." What a ridiculous thing to say, I thought, ...
Posted by Rachelle on Wed, 12 Sep 2007 08:33:00 PST

My Prayer

I wonder how my life would be lived if this was my prayer& To be real&to be transparent&to be vulnerable&and not care¬ worry and be afraid of what that means or what would happen. To b...
Posted by Rachelle on Thu, 05 Apr 2007 11:20:00 PST

Growing up...

Funny how just a few years can change everything. Although I feel like I have come to a place of peace and understanding in my life, I am sure that years from now I will look back and smile cour...
Posted by Rachelle on Sun, 01 Apr 2007 10:26:00 PST

Life and Death

So, I went home this weekend and had a great time. I saw my family, life was good. My brother-in-law is a cop and was on duty Sunday night as Brandon and I were traveling back to NC. ...
Posted by Rachelle on Wed, 24 May 2006 10:07:00 PST

Freedom

Well, I feel it coming on...a sappy moment....don't really have any awe-inspiring words or insight to share, I'm just feeling so grateful and I had to share some of it so maybe I can come down to clou...
Posted by Rachelle on Fri, 19 May 2006 12:18:00 PST

mommy vs. career

UGH!! Why aren't things as simple as we dreamed they would be when we were little? The dream to be successful in a career but to be a good wife and mother. Why is it these days ...
Posted by Rachelle on Fri, 31 Mar 2006 01:57:00 PST

True Love

Luke 6: 32-35 "If you love only someone who loves you, will God praise you for that? Even "sinners" love people who love them. If you are kind only to someone who is kind to you, will God be pleased w...
Posted by Rachelle on Tue, 21 Mar 2006 08:32:00 PST

Being OK with who you are

Well, I think I am in the process of coming to a realization...one that might once and for all give me some peace. For those of you that care...keep reading and try to make sense of all this, fo...
Posted by Rachelle on Wed, 01 Mar 2006 11:31:00 PST

Being

Blah.....don't really know why I am writing, sometimes it can be therapeutic and other times it can push me deeper into my already buried emotions. Everything external and circumstancial is goin...
Posted by Rachelle on Thu, 16 Feb 2006 06:45:00 PST