Introspection

After a couple conversations I've had recently with blog readers, I've realized more and more that my blog really only shows part of my personality. Because my full name is available for all to see (rookie mistake), and because I both do and don't know who's reading, I can only say so much.

I'm always reluctant to do posts like this because it feels so vain to presume that anyone would care to know more about me, but considering we are all nosey by nature (which is totally different than naughty by nature), I thought I'd tell you a bit more about me. Stuff that I don't talk about much here. Maybe you could tell me a bit more about yourselves too, if you feel so inclined.

• I am the oldest of four. I have two sisters and a brother.
• I have a degree in English. I couldn't resist pursuing that degree, even though I knew it would never make me rich. I loved college, and still read all the time.
• Because of my degree, I feel guilty when I read fluff literature, yet I often do anyway.
• I listen to NPR daily, and love talking about what's going on in the world.
• I am very active in my church, and am always open to talk about it if anyone wants to, but would never want to push it on anyone.
• I have a fish named Brutus who I adopted from my sister. She adopted it from our friend, Megan. Brutus is now 4 yrs old and he won't eat unless I'm standing next to his tank. I swear that if I hum while I'm standing there, he gets excited. He's unique.
• I love riding my bike and ride as often as I can. I only wear a helmet because in my head I can hear my sister lecturing me about it. Sometimes I rebel and don't though because I love the feeling of my hair blowing in the breeze. I realize I sound like a ten year old.
• Led Zeppelin is my favorite band, and I love rock music. I also like pop though, and just loads of other stuff. I also love the Beatles and they always put me in a happy place. 
• I feel the most alive after a really good conversation.
• I'm not always nice. Generally, I can get along with most anyone but certain personality types rub me the wrong way.
• I'm too critical of myself.
• I both love and hate having crushes. My heart is always hopeful but my brain is a pessimist. This makes crushing a painful experience.
• I try to be optimistic and laugh a lot but am often lonely.
• I'm really bad at holding grudges and can't stay mad for long.
• My favorite t.v. show ever is Northern Exposure and I have all the seasons of it on DVD.
• I love holidays and try to make people feel really special on their birthdays. I love any excuse to celebrate.
• I'm a little bit too sensitive, but am trying to develop a thicker skin.
• I am an insomniac. Or maybe I'm just a night owl? Either way, I don't get nearly enough sleep and I think my life would probably be better if I did.
• I feel more confident when I straighten my hair.
• I am light hearted and laugh often. I try to see the funny side of life - laugh or cry, right?

Wow, I had no idea how long that was getting. That's probably much more information than you wanted. But I think I painted a slightly bigger picture of myself. Now you know me a little bit better.

What is something about you that doesn't come through in your blog? Or if you don't have a blog, what is something about you that you don't think people know?