Today I'm linking up with Karli for 10 on Tuesday! Since I have some new readers, I figured it would be the perfect opportunity to tell you guys 10 super random facts about myself. Enjoy!
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1 // I have lived in NC my entire life. Born in Chapel Hill while my dad was in orthodontic school, we moved to Greenville when I was 2 and I have lived here ever since.
2 // I have a small tattoo on my hip. It says "believe" and I got it on my 18th birthday. I was going through a rough time and wanted to constant reminder to always believe in Him and His promises! I always forget I have it until I pull my pants down to go to the bathroom :)
3 // I was captain of my volleyball team my senior year of high school and we won the 4A state championship. First ever female state championship at my high school!
4 // I was the first person in the state of NC to have the Swine Flu. It was hell. We had to report it to the Health Department and I felt like a freak of nature.
5 // I'm 5'8". I never really feel tall because my husband is 6'5" so he makes me feel short.
6 // I am the middle child between 2 sisters and I wouldn't trade it for the world. Everywhere we go people ask if me and my older sister are twins. Nope, she's 3 years older than me!
7 // I graduated from UNC Chapel Hill (go tarheels!) with an Exercise and Sport Science degree. Worked out perfectly since I'm now an orthopedic PA!
8 // I drive a Tahoe and will never drive anything smaller. When I ride in small cars now I feel like my butt is literally on the street. Makes me so carsick!
9 // I am almost legally blind. I've had glasses/contacts since 4th grade and every 6 months my prescription gets worse. Without my glasses or contacts in I can't see the alarm clock, can't read my phone, would have no idea who my husband was even if he was sitting right beside me. I look like a crazy person holding my phone an inch from my face to read messages. And I hardly ever wear my glasses because I'm so blind that they give me a headache!
10 // I'm a huge introvert. Don't get me wrong, I adore my friends and love going out for a drink or a birthday party every now and then. But if I had to choose, my happy place is home. Small talk is exhausting! I re-fuel my energy tank by spending time alone.
Ugh I had swine flu too so I know what you mean about feeling like a freak of nature. So embarrassing and also sucky! And yes to being an introvert! I usually only go out and do something like once or twice a week. I just love being at home and relaxing! I don't even like going out to dinner that much. <3, Pamela Sequins & Sea Breezes
ReplyDeleteI'm linking up with Karli today,too! Fun new linkup, right? This is a great way to learn about you. I can't believe you had swine flu, wow! I'm much more introverted than people think, not someone who HAS to have plans with friends all the time. It's a nice balance. You go awesome volleyball girl!
ReplyDeleteI played volleyball and was a co-captain on my team in HS as well--we didn't win any championships tho. And I'm legally blind without my contacts or glasses, too. We can be blind bats together :)
ReplyDelete#10 is totally me, love being home and you're right I would have never guessed that you're 5'8 because of how tall your husband is!! And the swine flu - yikes so happy that you are okay! xo, Biana -BlovedBoston
ReplyDeletelook at you former volleyball star! i had no idea you were so tall until i met you haha. and your husband made me feel like a shrimp lol. love learning more things about you sweet friend!
ReplyDeletexoxo cheshire kat
this is a good one! thanks for linking up!
ReplyDeleteLoved getting to know more about you!!!
ReplyDeleteI loved this read! I was so blind as well and finally met a Doc who did two different procedures in order for me to get Lasix. It was such a process but so worth it. Your man is 6'5? Add another reason why he's the ultimate ;-) My next car will definitely be an SUV, I love those Tahoes!
ReplyDeleteWoohoo! Go Tar Heels! I loved this post. I agree that I wouldn't have guessed that you are 5'8". YAY for introverts. Jess at Just Jess
ReplyDeleteFellow introvert over here! Home on the couch is the best. I would love to be 5'8! Well, I'd settle for anything over 5'5.
ReplyDeleteHow Fun! Seriously, more and more I just love being home! I'm sure not cool to you but how interesting you were first in the whole state with Swine Flu - that's crazy!
ReplyDeleteYou have a claim to fame with the swine flu haha I am one of 3 girls too, but I'm the youngest. People think my oldest sister is the youngest because she's the shortest. I got glasses in 3rd grade and contacts in 5th grade. I don't think I'm as blind as you, but I can definitely relate! I'm a hard core introvert too. My alone time is priceless.
ReplyDeleteI did a post like this today also! I am totally with you on driving a tahoe and home being my happy place. I wanted to go into orthopedics also but decided to go a different route. Loved getting to know more about you! -Leah Chasing Texas
ReplyDeleteI have 2 tattoos, one behind my ear and one on my shoulder blade. I can't see them, and completely forget they exist. I never wear my hair up, and finally did last week. A friend asked what the tattoo was behind my ear and I just stared at him blankly for about 30 seconds before I remembered I do actually have a tattoo behind my ear.
ReplyDeleteI really want a lot of daughters because I think sisters are so special and I always wish I had one or two or five.
I drive a Toyota Yaris and when I ride in an SUV I get carsick! That could be because it's usually my husband's SUV and he's a terrible driver...
Oh boy - I completely understand number 9! I have worn glasses since I can't remember and my eyes just keep getting more terrible. My glasses are so thick they look like Coke bottles and if I have to wear them longer than a few hours, I'm in trouble!
ReplyDeleteI love your blog - so sweet and encouraging!
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I've grown up in NC my whole life too which means it's a given we're Tarheel fans! They made me so stinkin' proud this weekend :P Let's hope they'll do well in the NCAA tournament!
ReplyDeleteFound your blog from 10 on Tuesday! I have 3 girls so I love that you have 2 sisters. So special. Also, I laughed at the swine flu thing. Sorry, that's awful.
ReplyDeleteI had the swine flu as well!!! Not the first tho but it was seriously the WORST!!!!
ReplyDeleteWow I learned so much!! Love these posts! I am so with you on the introvert - it's exhausting carrying on small talk, especially with people you don't know well. I feel like we're such hermits because we love hanging out at home!
ReplyDeleteI love posts like these!! My roommate in college had swine flu and the college sent her home for a week! Sometimes I wish I was tall like you... I'm 5'1" on a good day ;)
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Loved learning more about you! My eyesight is terrible, too. And it keeps getting worse! Props to you for drive a big vehicle...I downsized last year because I thought my Malibu was too big for me!
ReplyDeleteHow scary about the swine flu! When that was going around I was pregnant and working at the hospital cleaning emergency rooms -- I left that job because I was so nervous about it. I am currently hoping to trade in my Honda Accord for a Toyota 4Runner! I am really wanting to get a bigger vehicle!
ReplyDeleteSuch a fun post! Gorgeous wedding photo!
ReplyDeleteI had the swine flu several years ago! It was awful :( I was teaching at the time, and one day I came in and my typical class of 12 had 4 students. That's when I was SURE I was going to get it, and I did.
ReplyDeleteI am pretty proud of myself because I knew most of this about you, except for the legally blind part! I'm right there with you and that's why I hate wearing my glasses out in public, too! xo, Champagne&Suburbs
ReplyDeleteOh wow. You might be the first person I've ever "known" that got swine flu! I can tell how that would make you feel like a freak of nature! Yikes!! That's so cool that you were part of the first girls' championship team!! Way to go!!! (I picked UNC to win March Madness.. don't let me down! ;) )
ReplyDeleteOK YES. I did, in fact, think your sister was your twin haha!!! Glad you clarified :) Yall look identical!
ReplyDeleteMy favorite posts! I miss those volleyball days and always wish I could play just one more high school game! You and your sisters are gorgeous! :) Xo, Stephanie
ReplyDeleteoh i love posts like this!!! and oooh the swine flu, you poor thing! oh my, that must have been bad! and i'm like you :) i've lived in TN my entire life and i never want to live anywhere else! and and and i'm 5'7 with husband 6'4, so, same boat. isn't it great?! you can still wear all the high heels you want! ;)
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