1. Hiking
2. Being outside
3. Spending time with family
4. People that say thank you
5. Buying books from the bookstore
6. Eating ethnic foods
7. Zombie movies
8. Riding bikes
9. Swimming
10. Kayaking
11. Going to the lake
12. Going to the beach
13. Going to the mountains
14. Appreciative people
15. Accepting people
16. Passionate people
17. Getting a handwritten note in the mail
18. Zumba class
19. Singing
20. Being in front of a video camera
21. Getting 10,000 steps a day in
22. Watching sunrises and sunsets
23. Getting 7-9 hours of sleep a day
24. When dogs greet you when you get home
25. Well-mannered people.
26. Getting popcorn and a coke slushy at the movies
27. Practicing French
28. Standing in on set
29. Hugs
30. Getting to the finish line after a race
31. Shopping at Tj Maxx and Marshall's
32. People who don't have to drink to have a good time
33. People who can have fun without going out
34. Optimists
35. Encouraging people
36. When people mind their own business
37. People that smile at strangers
38. The smell of fresh linens
39. Anything lavender scented
40. Musicals
41. When people don't count calories
42. Sweet tea
43. When you laugh uncontrollably and can't stop
44. Winning money off scratch-off tickets
45. Good dreams
46. Low maintenance friends
47. Word-search puzzles
48. Pinterest
49. Braves games
50. Cooking but having someone else do the dishes
Tuesday, April 5, 2016
Thursday, March 31, 2016
What I Look For in a Guy
I wrote the same blog post about four years ago. My taste in men has changed since then, but I still want most of the same things. Here's an updated list on what it'll for me to not be single. LOL
- Maturity
I'm too old for games. Don't be the guy that plays games or takes days to respond to texts or to call. If you're not feeling it, just tell me. Be upfront with me, please.
- Positive Attitude (Preferably an optimist)
- Confidence
Conceited ain't cute, honey. There's a difference between being confident and cocky.
- Understanding
I don't have a set schedule with work. I jump from movie to movie, job to job, anything to pay the bills. I don't want a "real" job. I like working in the film industry. I cannot sit in a cubicle or behind a computer for 45 + hours a week and be happy. That is just not me. Also, I've been single for so long that I really enjoy spending time with my friends or having "me" time. I am not the clingy type and clingy guys scare me. I look forward to meeting a guy that I will want to spend a lot of time with, though. I need a guy who is okay with all of that.
- Gentleman
- Has A Social Life
Hopefully he'll have lots of his friends of his own and can do his own thing when I need space.
- Has Ambition
- Family Oriented
- Maturity
I'm too old for games. Don't be the guy that plays games or takes days to respond to texts or to call. If you're not feeling it, just tell me. Be upfront with me, please.
- Positive Attitude (Preferably an optimist)
- Confidence
Conceited ain't cute, honey. There's a difference between being confident and cocky.
- Understanding
I don't have a set schedule with work. I jump from movie to movie, job to job, anything to pay the bills. I don't want a "real" job. I like working in the film industry. I cannot sit in a cubicle or behind a computer for 45 + hours a week and be happy. That is just not me. Also, I've been single for so long that I really enjoy spending time with my friends or having "me" time. I am not the clingy type and clingy guys scare me. I look forward to meeting a guy that I will want to spend a lot of time with, though. I need a guy who is okay with all of that.
- Gentleman
- Has A Social Life
Hopefully he'll have lots of his friends of his own and can do his own thing when I need space.
- Has Ambition
- Family Oriented
Tuesday, March 29, 2016
HB 757- It Ain't Over Yet
Part of me is celebrating that Governor Deal chose to veto House Bill 757, but the other part of me is still very concerned. A couple of senators have said that if Deal planned on vetoing the bill, they would fight to override the veto.
Our fight to prevent religious discrimination isn't over yet... To convince Senator Crane to let the veto stand, call his office at 470-400-9455
Our fight to prevent religious discrimination isn't over yet... To convince Senator Crane to let the veto stand, call his office at 470-400-9455
Friday, March 25, 2016
HB 757
For those of you who don't know, there's a possibility that a bill that would discriminate against many people could be passed in Georgia. It would also allow faith-based companies to fire people for their sexuality and it would allow them to deny services to those whom they do not support based on their religious beliefs. If you don't support the LGBT community, that's on you, but even the Pope has said, "The Church must search out these persons, welcome and accompany them,
for a Church with closed doors betrays herself and her mission, and,
instead of being a bridge, becomes a roadblock.”
This bill wouldn't only affect the LGBT community, but also unmarried couples, women, racial minorities, religious minorities, people living with disabilities and many more. For more specific information on the bill, click here ( http://www.legis.ga.gov/Legislation/en-US/display/20152016/HB/757 ) It's imperative that this bill does not get passed, not only because it's the right thing, but also because a lot of people's jobs and livelihoods depend on it.
For those who do believe that people should be turned away/discriminated against, here are some bible quotes for you.
1 John 4:20 - Whoever claims to love God yet hates a brother or sister is a liar. For whoever does not love their brother and sister, whom they have seen, cannot love God, whom they have not seen.
Hebrews 13:2- Do not neglect to show hospitality to strangers, for by this some have entertained angels without knowing it.
Matthew 7:1- Do not judge, or you too will be judged. For in the same way you judge others, you will be judged, and with the measure you use, it will be measured to you.
To encourage Governor Deal to Veto this bill....
1. You can call his office and leave a message and ask him to veto the bill.
you can call the governors office 404-656-1776 and say you want to tell the governor to veto bill 757!
2. You can e-mail his office by following the steps on this page.
http://action.gaunites.org/page/speakout/fadasenvote
3. You can also attend a rally on April 5th at the capital.
http://action.gaunites.org/page/s/hb757rally
If I am not working that day, I will be there to show my support for the LGBT community and for many other people that this bill would affect including all my friends that work in the film industry.
This bill wouldn't only affect the LGBT community, but also unmarried couples, women, racial minorities, religious minorities, people living with disabilities and many more. For more specific information on the bill, click here ( http://www.legis.ga.gov/Legislation/en-US/display/20152016/HB/757 ) It's imperative that this bill does not get passed, not only because it's the right thing, but also because a lot of people's jobs and livelihoods depend on it.
Companies That Have Threatened to Leave Georgia If HB 757 Gets Passed
- Disney
- Marvel
- AMC
- Viacom
- Fox
- Time Warner
- Salesforce
- Telecom
- Lionsgate
- Comcast
- Sony Pictures
- Starz
- DISCA
- Netflix & many more
For those who do believe that people should be turned away/discriminated against, here are some bible quotes for you.
1 John 4:20 - Whoever claims to love God yet hates a brother or sister is a liar. For whoever does not love their brother and sister, whom they have seen, cannot love God, whom they have not seen.
Hebrews 13:2- Do not neglect to show hospitality to strangers, for by this some have entertained angels without knowing it.
Matthew 7:1- Do not judge, or you too will be judged. For in the same way you judge others, you will be judged, and with the measure you use, it will be measured to you.
To encourage Governor Deal to Veto this bill....
1. You can call his office and leave a message and ask him to veto the bill.
you can call the governors office 404-656-1776 and say you want to tell the governor to veto bill 757!
2. You can e-mail his office by following the steps on this page.
http://action.gaunites.org/page/speakout/fadasenvote
3. You can also attend a rally on April 5th at the capital.
http://action.gaunites.org/page/s/hb757rally
If I am not working that day, I will be there to show my support for the LGBT community and for many other people that this bill would affect including all my friends that work in the film industry.
Wednesday, February 17, 2016
The Importance of Sunscreen
*UPDATE*Biopsy results came back. I am skin cancer free! I lucked out again! Thank the Lord!!!
Early last year, I had my first skin check at the dermatologist. I had two moles removed from my back first as a shave biopsy. One of the results came back fine, the other lab for the other mole had detected abnormal cells, so I had to go back in for another biopsy. That time they did a punch biopsy and I had to get stitches to close the area of the removal. Thank goodness the punch biopsy removed all the bad cells, but I now have a scar that looks like a cigarette burn on my right shoulder. I now go every six months for full body skin checks because I have a history of having atypical moles which have a greater chance into turning into cancer.
I went back to see my dermatologist two weeks ago and had a mole removed from my leg and one from my arm. The one on my leg was mildly atypical, so I didn't have to get a punch biopsy only a skin biopsy, but the one on my arm turned out to be mildly atypical. It's been a week and I am anxiously awaiting to get back the test results. Those who know me well know how pale I am. In the summer, I love being outside, but I don't lay out to tan much . I am always careful to use sunblock. If I barely sit outside to tan, imagine the risk for those of you who tan all the time. Please go to the dermatologist and get your skin checked out. It's better to be safe than sorry.
Early last year, I had my first skin check at the dermatologist. I had two moles removed from my back first as a shave biopsy. One of the results came back fine, the other lab for the other mole had detected abnormal cells, so I had to go back in for another biopsy. That time they did a punch biopsy and I had to get stitches to close the area of the removal. Thank goodness the punch biopsy removed all the bad cells, but I now have a scar that looks like a cigarette burn on my right shoulder. I now go every six months for full body skin checks because I have a history of having atypical moles which have a greater chance into turning into cancer.
I went back to see my dermatologist two weeks ago and had a mole removed from my leg and one from my arm. The one on my leg was mildly atypical, so I didn't have to get a punch biopsy only a skin biopsy, but the one on my arm turned out to be mildly atypical. It's been a week and I am anxiously awaiting to get back the test results. Those who know me well know how pale I am. In the summer, I love being outside, but I don't lay out to tan much . I am always careful to use sunblock. If I barely sit outside to tan, imagine the risk for those of you who tan all the time. Please go to the dermatologist and get your skin checked out. It's better to be safe than sorry.
Saturday, February 6, 2016
Pet Peeves
1. Loud Eaters
My poor mom and sister have received a love of crap talk from me over the years. They have great manners and it's not that they chew with their mouth open, but I have gotten annoyed with them for making noises they can't control. Like breathing too loudly out of their nose or if I hear them swallow a drink. Although I haven't been diagnosed by a professional, I'm pretty sure I have Misophonia, which means hatred of certain sounds. Misophonia causes you to have negative emotions like anger or fright when you hear certain sounds. Some of the sounds that drive me crazy are: people chewing with their mouths open, people breathing too loudly, people crunching on chips or popcorn, people who smack their gum, my mom saying "ahhh" after she takes a sip of orange juice, when you're in a movie theater and you hear peoples hands in their popcorn, when people sniffle in a quiet room etc.
2. People Who Don't Make Eye Contact With You As You Speak To Them At The Table
There is nothing more insulting to me than when I am talking to somebody they are only half-a**ing their conversation with me. By that, I mean that they are either looking down at their phones or they turn their back to me mid-conversation. So rude. I would rather make awkward eye contact with somebody or be bored with what they are telling me than be rude to them by not listening or looking at them as they are speaking to me. I'm not saying we have to look at each other the whole time in a conversation, but if you're at a table with somebody, I think it's the polite thing to do if you're being spoken to. If you're both looking at the menu, that's different, but I think you get the picture.
3. People Who Stick Their Nose Into My Non Existent Love Life
I am happily single and I want to explain my mentality to some people who may not understand it. When the right person comes along, I'll be open into seeing where things go, but I am not one of the those girls who needs to have a boyfriend to be happy. I have some really great role models in my life. One of my aunts never got married, and she is an extremely happy and successful lady. I believe that you are in control of your own happiness. You shouldn't only rely on being in a relationship to have a high level of contentedness. It's okay to be alone. Alone doesn't always mean lonely.
4. When People Do Nice Things For Others And Grow Big Headed About It
If you're going to do something nice for somebody, I think you should do it because you want to make someone happy. There's nothing I hate more than when people list what they have done for people and make a fuss about it. For me, that takes away from the sincerity of the kind action.
5. People Who Take Days To Respond To Texts
Everyone has their phone on them. If you are too busy for someone, send them a courtesy text instead of leaving them hanging for days.
My poor mom and sister have received a love of crap talk from me over the years. They have great manners and it's not that they chew with their mouth open, but I have gotten annoyed with them for making noises they can't control. Like breathing too loudly out of their nose or if I hear them swallow a drink. Although I haven't been diagnosed by a professional, I'm pretty sure I have Misophonia, which means hatred of certain sounds. Misophonia causes you to have negative emotions like anger or fright when you hear certain sounds. Some of the sounds that drive me crazy are: people chewing with their mouths open, people breathing too loudly, people crunching on chips or popcorn, people who smack their gum, my mom saying "ahhh" after she takes a sip of orange juice, when you're in a movie theater and you hear peoples hands in their popcorn, when people sniffle in a quiet room etc.
2. People Who Don't Make Eye Contact With You As You Speak To Them At The Table
There is nothing more insulting to me than when I am talking to somebody they are only half-a**ing their conversation with me. By that, I mean that they are either looking down at their phones or they turn their back to me mid-conversation. So rude. I would rather make awkward eye contact with somebody or be bored with what they are telling me than be rude to them by not listening or looking at them as they are speaking to me. I'm not saying we have to look at each other the whole time in a conversation, but if you're at a table with somebody, I think it's the polite thing to do if you're being spoken to. If you're both looking at the menu, that's different, but I think you get the picture.
3. People Who Stick Their Nose Into My Non Existent Love Life
I am happily single and I want to explain my mentality to some people who may not understand it. When the right person comes along, I'll be open into seeing where things go, but I am not one of the those girls who needs to have a boyfriend to be happy. I have some really great role models in my life. One of my aunts never got married, and she is an extremely happy and successful lady. I believe that you are in control of your own happiness. You shouldn't only rely on being in a relationship to have a high level of contentedness. It's okay to be alone. Alone doesn't always mean lonely.
4. When People Do Nice Things For Others And Grow Big Headed About It
If you're going to do something nice for somebody, I think you should do it because you want to make someone happy. There's nothing I hate more than when people list what they have done for people and make a fuss about it. For me, that takes away from the sincerity of the kind action.
5. People Who Take Days To Respond To Texts
Everyone has their phone on them. If you are too busy for someone, send them a courtesy text instead of leaving them hanging for days.
Thursday, January 7, 2016
Goals for 2016
1. Post Less On Social Media
I logged out of Snapchat on January 1st and I did not miss it at all, so I decided to delete my account all together. I believe in the concept that "less is more." You don't need to announce everything you are doing with the world, etc. I am starting to become more of a private person.
2. Volunteer More
Nuff said.
3. Stay in better touch with distant family.
4. Read more.
5. Be Braver
6. Continue to stay true to me
I am at a really happy place in my life. I love my job, I got to spend the holidays with my favorite people. Grateful for where I am and I have high hopes that it will be a great year. BTW, these goals are not in a order of which I want to achieve them and they are not in an order of importance to me. These are just some of the goals that came to my mind.
I logged out of Snapchat on January 1st and I did not miss it at all, so I decided to delete my account all together. I believe in the concept that "less is more." You don't need to announce everything you are doing with the world, etc. I am starting to become more of a private person.
2. Volunteer More
Nuff said.
3. Stay in better touch with distant family.
4. Read more.
5. Be Braver
6. Continue to stay true to me
I am at a really happy place in my life. I love my job, I got to spend the holidays with my favorite people. Grateful for where I am and I have high hopes that it will be a great year. BTW, these goals are not in a order of which I want to achieve them and they are not in an order of importance to me. These are just some of the goals that came to my mind.
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