A little bit about the author

So last week was my first week of graduate school and with that came a week full of introductions. As I introduced myself for the 5 millionth time I got to thinking that I have not introduced myself to you readers. I know you are thinking why do I need to read this since if you are reading this blog we are either related or fairly close friends… well the answer is you actually don’t there are tons of other things that you could be doing. Anyway I thought a little introduction might help you understand the entries that are often posted on this blog. First, let me explain, I am not an outgoing person. I know my parents just laughed out loud if they are reading this. But really I am not outgoing, I go out of my way to avoid being the center of attention. I wear lots of dark colors, I don’t wear “outrageous” outfits, my hair and makeup are fairly conservative, I don’t speak up in class, groups or family functions (unless everyone grew up in the same house as me in which case I don’t have volume control). I prefer to observe in most situations. I am extremely opinionated (if you are a frequent reader you are well aware of that). Most of my opinions are not based in facts, they are just my opinions and I have them simply because I can, and that is a good enough reason for me. I am a perfectionist and a control freak (I know poor Brian), I like to cook because I have complete control over the entire situation, and control is something I like more Christmas. Really I am exceptionally high strung… 10 minutes around me and your blood pressure will be through the roof (which is actually good for me since I have low blood pressure). Have you ever seen the show FRIENDS (If you haven’t you can come over and we can watch it together), I am Monica, I am uptight, shrill and controlling, and its okay… after 22 years I have come to grips with that (not that it was hard to come to grips with it). I am a fairly closed off person, I don’t share personal information, experiences, or feelings with most people, really any people besides Brian, my parents, my sister and sometimes if he is extra nice Mug, really it is nothing personal but I prefer to work through things on my own. I know you are thinking I am going to explode one of these days but really I am not going to… I just don’t see the benefit of sharing everything. I use sarcasm as a defense mechanism, see I have this theory that if I can get someone to laugh then at least they wont be laughing at me, really I am not insecure I just thought that you should know that in case I say something inappropriate. I prefer sarcasm and truth to saccharine sweetness, one minute in my parent’s house will help you understand… they are wonderful but they will give it to you straight up, ultra sweet people annoy me… really everyone is not happy all of the time, I prefer to see people’s true emotions even if they aren’t happy… I think a little bit of frustration is good, much better to get it out than bottle it up and keep it in. I really try not to hurt people’s feelings, really I try to put things delicately but I am afraid I am about as good at it as Hilary Clinton, so really I apologize if I have ever, or do ever offend any of you. I hate mind games, “wedges”, and people that are ultra involved in other people’s business. Yes in case any of you were wondering I was mean in high school, I am not proud of it but my best friend from high school and I “ruined” quite a few reputations and made more than our fair share of girls and boys cry. I am not a mushy, huggy, emotional person, I don’t like hugs that much (I know I am awful), unless they are from Jake or Alayna of course. Emotions, crying and “feelings” make me extremely uncomfortable, unless of course we are actually friends in which case I would love to pull up a chair, offer you a cookie and sit and chat as long as you need a shoulder to cry on or someone to vent to. I do love to spend time with family, I am content to read, watch a boring old movie (preferably one starring yours truly, just kidding), playing a game or just chatting. Now that you have read a bit about the negative I think it is important to know that I do actually like some things. I love impromptu family activities and really if we could go home for dinner every Sunday I don’t think I would get bored (we do live several states away from my family so that is easy to say, just kidding I love you guys). I think real love and friendship is expressed with actions and time, not just with words. I am a sucker for chick flicks, I love “law” novels, I cannot get enough of country music (some things just take you back home). I love old friends that you just fall back into place with even after years have gone by since you last spoke. I love friends that make you laugh, and friends that make you think and appreciate why you are friends with them in the first place every time you get together. I love siblings that remind you that you were once 12 and awkward. I love inside jokes and conversations with grandparents about “days gone by”. I love discussing religion and politics with close friends and family, and even more than that I love to hear people freely express their opinions in an open environment. I think that food often expresses more than words. I think that sometimes the best thing to say is “I’m sorry that happened to you”. With that being said aren’t you all so excited that you know me better, now it is time to get to know all of you better…