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May 17, 2007

10 Things that Define Me pg1

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This is for the May "Do Yourself Justice" challenge.
The journaling is REALLY long...sorry. It's hidden under title.
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Temperament
My disposition tends to lean towards the stubborn side, with a twist of temper. Over
the years I have learned how to handle my temper much better. I think having kids
really made me take notice of my actions. Being stubborn hasn't really changed much. It
still comes in handy. These days I don't get mad as quickly as I used to, but when I do….
look out.
Independence
My Grandma is the one person that taught me what I needed to know to survive. The day
to day stuff you need to know to make it. Things like cooking, laundry, and cleaning. She
also made sure I understood money. Things like saving, balancing my checkbook, and
budgeting. She always made me feel like I could do anything, even though I was a girl.
This is a rare thing for a woman born in 1923. She always made sure that I knew that I
was all I needed to get thru life. She is an amazing woman.
Unconditional Love
When I was 18 I met my husband. From the day I met him I knew there was something
special about him. He had such a gentleness about him. He was kind and caring, and was
interested in me as a person. From the first time he told me that he loved me, I have
know that it is a unique kind of love. The kind of love that knows no boundaries, the kind
of love that is forgiving, and the kind of love that is understanding. Being raised in a family
where love was…conditional at best, warped my sense of love. My husband showed me
that love isn't really like that. For this, there are no words…except LOVE!
Creativity
I have a love of all things artsy. I love to look at art, and I love to create art. I love to live
my life in color. There are no white walls in my house, I own no white clothes. I don't
even have a pair of white underwear. Being creative is my sense of self. It's what I am.
Scrapbooking and Photography have become my strongest creative outlet. I just can't
imagine my life without either of them. I can't imagine my life without color!
Divorce
My parents divorce was probably the most critical change of events in my entire life.
Oddly enough, I think it was the best thing that happened to ME. Had they stayed
married, I know that I would have been a completely different person. I was 13 when
they split. My dad was very strict. Had he been at home when I was a teenager I wouldn't
have gone thru such a rebellious time, as early as I did. Having gone thru those things early
on, by the time I turned 18 I was ready to grow up and be an adult. This set the precedent
for the rest of my life.
Values
I don't claim to be the most moral person in the world, but I am trying hard to instill a
strong sense of values in my children. Looking back at the way I was raised, I knew early
on that I wanted better for my children. I was brought up with what I would describe as
a very skewed sense of what is right and wrong. As an adult I am now able to recognize
the things that I want to be different for my children, and for myself.
Strength
I have never been a real confident person. I can come across very self assured, and strong,
but that has always been my cover. Inside, I am usually a wreck. Lately, events in my life
really spurred me to step back and look at the REAL me. I found that I am much stronger
than I gave myself credit for. I am walking taller, and reaching out in ways that I never
have before. I am taking control of my life and taking responsibility for my actions. I
have not felt this kind of strength…ever.
Organization
I must admit that I have a slight case of OCD. I love all things organizational. I am the
container queen. I am always looking for things to put more "things" in. I organize my
cart as I grocery shop, I organize my cabinets and refrigerator when I put my groceries
away. Clothes, towels, make-up, cleaning supplies….nothing is safe from my need to
contain. I am also very scheduled. I keep a calendar of all five of our events and such.
I am almost never late! Usually, I have to try and not be to early. Being this detailed has
helped me both in work and home life.
Frugality
I am not cheap, but I do love to save money. I love to shop and spend money, but I
especially love to save money. If I find something that I am absolutely in love with I will
buy it, but if I just "like" it, I am willing to wait for a better deal. There is something about
the thrill of the hunt that delights me. This trait has served me well…especially when
we were young, newly married, and OH so broke!
Observation
My husband would say that I am just plain ole' nosey….I disagree. I am observant. I am
always watching people. Looking around and soaking it all in. I have learned many things
in life by watching people. Some things that have been helpful, and some things…not so
much! I do have a tendency to "watch" my neighborhood. I know when everyone comes
and goes, and who doesn't belong. Again…my husband says nosey…I say proactive! I am
the only person home during the day on my entire street. I am very aware when someone
is here that doesn't belong. Hey, I could keep them from getting robbed…right. OK…
maybe nosey is the right word.


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