Getting to know someone is a beautiful process (GBE-R #7)

 I'm tired this morning. I'm a little annoyed with myself for missing last week's entry. I have to work tonight and I'm going to try to take a little nap. But, before I do, here is a long-ish list of random facts about me. Now, while I nap, you all can get to know me better!

About me:

  • Today is my birthday. I am newly 48 years old.
  • My husband and I have been on our journey together for 23 years.
  • We have four children. They are 26, 22, 20, and 17.
  • We have a 7-year-old husky/lab mix named Jasper. He is my fifth child.
  • We also have and 8-year-old cat named Ruby.
  • I went to school and became an LPN when I was 36.
  • My journey to RN came to a halt when my youngest son was diagnosed with Leukemia three years ago. 
  • My plan is to return to school next fall--we'll see what happens.
  • I currently work in a nursing home on the rehab unit. I work night shift.
  • I am a certified make-up artist. Other than a few clients in the past, I really only do my own make-up.
  • I was diagnosed with diabetes in 2021.
  • I am incredibly introverted. 
Things I love to do:
  • Read. Mysteries are my favorite, but I'm generally down to read most anything. Sci-fi is one genre that doesn't interest me much.
  • Cook. I LOVE cooking for my family! I really enjoy using my instant pot. I also really like making soups and stews. I also enjoy figuring out diabetic friendly ways to make my favorite foods.
  • TV. I'm not into movies at all. Unless, of course, you break the movie into 13-23 pieces that are roughly 20-40 minutes long. Then, I'll sit there and watch that "movie" all day! Asking my favorite TV show is like asking me to pick a favorite child!
  • Makeup. Covid and my son's illness put this one on hold for a while. For a long time, it felt like a pointless thing to do. I've been slowly getting back into it and remembering all the things I used to love about it. 
  • Diamond painting. I honestly didn't think I'd like this as much as I do. I thought it would feel tedious and annoying. It's actually a very relaxing activity for me.
  • Gardening. I've been throwing seeds in containers and seeing what happens for a while now. I'm probably doing everything wrong, but I have fun doing it. 
Foods I love:
  • Tacos (zero carb tortillas for the win!)
  • Toast. I don't eat toast anymore since my diabetes diagnosis. It is too triggering for me.
  • Oatmeal raisin cookies (which I also do not eat)
  • Avocados
  • Sushi
  • Indian food
  • Soup
  • Seafood
  • Brussels sprouts
  • Reuben sandwiches
  • Coffee
  • Diet Cherry Pepsi
Foods I hate:
  • Watermelon. Any melons. All melons.
  • Calamari/Oysters. I love seafood. I think it's a texture thing with these two.
  • Oreos
  • Okra
  • Orange salad dressings--unless it's on a Reuben
  • Corned beef--unless it's on a Reuben. It's weird, I know.
  • Acorn and butternut squash
Random things that bring me joy:
  • Thunderstorms
  • Betty White
  • Glitter
  • Snoopy and the Peanuts gang
  • Hello Kitty
  • The Rocky Horror Picture Show
  • Fall
  • Sitting on the couch and using Jasper as a pillow.
  • Nipper (the RCA dog)
Silly facts about me:
  • I started a pineapple plant in January of 2022. He is my "emotional support plant." I call him Piney. He's gotten quite big but has yet to produce any fruit. Of all my gardening endeavors, he is my favorite.
  • I have very big feet. I wear a 13 in women and 11.5 in men. 
  • I can't resist a baseball tee. I could live most of my life in a baseball tee and jeans.
  • I stopped using permanent hair color in 2019. In October of 2020, I cut all the remaining dye out of my hair, and I haven't cut my hair since. 
  • I collect glass ball paperweights.
  • I also collect coffee gadgets. I don't always use them, but I love to have them.
  • In 11th grade, I came in second place in a speech competition...out of two people!
  • I used to bake bread. A local deli once wanted to use my bread, but we couldn't make it cost effective for either of us.
  • I didn't start drinking coffee until I was 27 years old.
  • I might be nurse, but I hate wearing scrubs. I live for casual Friday!
  • I'm thrilled that Crocs are having their moment. I love them. Not only are they super comfortable, but they are also very size inclusive, and I can get pretty "girl" colors in larger sizes.

Comments

  1. BethSeptember 27, 2023 at 6:34 PM

    I found myself nodding all through this. So many "sames."

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  2. Cherie RexroadSeptember 29, 2023 at 5:41 AM

    So much fun getting to know you ! While we are so different, we also have many of these things in common. I feel that is true of most people. i’m going to post mine today.

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  3. AliciaoftheGBEOctober 2, 2023 at 10:11 AM

    Nice to meet you, Stephanie! We have a few things in common, such as the texture of food being a deterrent, thunderstorms, and Betty White. Overall, you put together such a great snapshot of who you are, I think you're awesome!!

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