Quirks and what not

Well I'm going to play copy cat again and post a blog identical in theme to my friend Katy's. Sharing ones hidden quirks and such sounds like a fun idea. So here I go.....

1. I absolutely love infomercials. Many times I choose to watch an infomercial over a movie or show on tv. I'm not sure why I'm so enamored with these programs but I never tire of loafing on the couch and becoming engrossed with the obvious advertising stunts and silly dialogue. I do tend to favor the makeup, music, and cooking ones the most. Secretly, I wish I could make a tape of all my favorites and watch them whenever I want.

2. Sometime in the last few years I discovered something that would have helped me immensely in college. When reading non-fiction text I need to read it out loud to comprehend and remember what I'm reading. I feel a bit silly at times reading out loud to myself alone in my home, but when I need to read some dull book for work or a book for a group at church this is the way to go for me. I don't really mind too much because I have a love for reading stories out loud. Now granted its usually to a large group of children. But I love it none the less. I think its partly because I love the acting and performing with your voice that goes into reading a story.

3. I have read Little Women an incredible amount of times. I love the way the characters interact and respond to the things happening in their life. I love Jo and her spunky nature and her desire to be a better person. I love Marme and her sound advice and love for the unfortunate in the world. I love Beth's musicality and her gentle and loving spirit. I love Meg for her sense of duty and propriety and her love story with Mr. Brooke. Reading this book just makes me happy.

4. I LOVE old tv shows like Little House on the Prairie, The Cosby Show, and The Andy Griffin Show. I own nearly every season of Little House and will someday purchase The Cosby Show. I just never get tired of watching those shows. They make me laugh and cry everytime.

5. I love the sound of shoes walking on hard surfaces. It sort of gives me a thrill when I hear heals clip clopping on the ground or tennis shoes walking on concrete. I love this Jordin Sparks song but only for the shoe sounds in the background. I love any scene from a movie when they focus in on the sound of a person walking.

6. Every time I floss and brush my teeth I do squats or lunges. I feel like that is the perfect moment for multi-tasking. I mean I'm just standing there moving a toothbrush around in my mouth. Why not firm up the old buns while I'm at it.

7. I love sweets and chocolate but I can't really eat them. I always think a big bowl of ice cream or a nice slice of cake is going to hit the spot and make me happy. However, after just a coupleof bites I always feel sick to my stomach and I can't finish my dessert. I guess it's not a bad thing. It makes it easier to keep my girlish figure. :-P

8. I hate fruit chunks in my yogurt. It freaks me out when a piece of squishy fruit finds its way into my mouth. Blech!

9. I love my commute to work. Those 20-25 minutes of driving to work each day are my favorite part of my day. I just love singing praises to God at the top of my lungs and talking intimately with the God of the universe. Some of my most memorable learning moments have happened in the morning on my way to work.

10. One of my favorite things to eat is a bowl of black beans with cheese, sour cream and salsa. It's simply tasty and I would argue pretty healthy.

Well now you know a bit more about me. Let's hear about your quirks and oddities.