It took me over an hour to write the list below, because I wanted to be selective in what I shared. I wanted it to be meaningful but not heavy, and I wanted it to really reflect who I am. Although I was a bit self-conscious about posting it, I actually ended up thoroughly enjoying the thinking, writing and feedback I received after the fact.
I would highly recommend that everyone do this activity - it really makes you think about who you are! Assign yourself a number somewhere between 5 and 12 and see what happens!
1. Christmastime makes me insanely giddy with happiness and joy. I love the spirit of giving; I love how strangers are kind to one another when they would normally overlook each other; I love the beautiful lights, the sappy music and all the special treats. Most of all, I love coming together with my family and friends to celebrate the year and our love for one another.
2. I studied abroad in Florence for almost a year and was nearly fluent. I interned at an Italian food magazine, took a class at the University of Florence, and lived with the best host family in the world. I miss it every single day and can't wait to go back.
3. My husband and I started dating when we were 16, back in 2005. He has been my best friend, biggest supporter and an all around incredible man every day since then! I feel so grateful and fortunate to have him in my life.
4. Earlier this week, I worked on a detailed antipoverty program description that was requested by the Obama administration in hopes that the methods my organization uses to help get families out of poverty can be applied universally. Kinda cool, no?
5. I started playing the violin in 4th grade. In 10th grade, my orchestra conductor gave me the opportunity to switch to viola. After only a few lessons, I was the principal (and only!!) viola player. Listening to and playing orchestral music will always put my mind at ease and bring a smile to my face.
6. I think the most important thing we can do is to wake up every morning, take a deep breath and make the decision to be happy and to enjoy every moment.
7. I absolutely cannot wait to be a mother - I am certain that it is the most rewarding, challenging, inspiring and beautiful job in the world.
8. I am completely tea-obsessed.
9. I somehow have the ability to be instantly enthusiastic about almost anything! For example, if I happen to go on a yoga kick for a little while, I'm suddenly determined to become a certified instructor. If I taste some kombucha that I especially enjoy, I decide that I should brew it at home and start a business. If I visit an elementary school, I remember how much I'd like to be a teacher. When I get acupuncture, I feel like my life calling is in holistic, alternative and complementary medicine. It is both a blessing and a curse, and makes life decisions a bit overwhelming!
10. I have fairly adorable toes.
11. My favorite form of stress relief is cooking and recipe browsing. I could spend hours in the kitchen, humming along to the music in my head, concocting new dinners and treats.
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1. Christmastime makes me insanely giddy with happiness and joy. I love the spirit of giving; I love how strangers are kind to one another when they would normally overlook each other; I love the beautiful lights, the sappy music and all the special treats. Most of all, I love coming together with my family and friends to celebrate the year and our love for one another.
2. I studied abroad in Florence for almost a year and was nearly fluent. I interned at an Italian food magazine, took a class at the University of Florence, and lived with the best host family in the world. I miss it every single day and can't wait to go back.
3. My husband and I started dating when we were 16, back in 2005. He has been my best friend, biggest supporter and an all around incredible man every day since then! I feel so grateful and fortunate to have him in my life.
4. Earlier this week, I worked on a detailed antipoverty program description that was requested by the Obama administration in hopes that the methods my organization uses to help get families out of poverty can be applied universally. Kinda cool, no?
5. I started playing the violin in 4th grade. In 10th grade, my orchestra conductor gave me the opportunity to switch to viola. After only a few lessons, I was the principal (and only!!) viola player. Listening to and playing orchestral music will always put my mind at ease and bring a smile to my face.
6. I think the most important thing we can do is to wake up every morning, take a deep breath and make the decision to be happy and to enjoy every moment.
7. I absolutely cannot wait to be a mother - I am certain that it is the most rewarding, challenging, inspiring and beautiful job in the world.
8. I am completely tea-obsessed.
9. I somehow have the ability to be instantly enthusiastic about almost anything! For example, if I happen to go on a yoga kick for a little while, I'm suddenly determined to become a certified instructor. If I taste some kombucha that I especially enjoy, I decide that I should brew it at home and start a business. If I visit an elementary school, I remember how much I'd like to be a teacher. When I get acupuncture, I feel like my life calling is in holistic, alternative and complementary medicine. It is both a blessing and a curse, and makes life decisions a bit overwhelming!
10. I have fairly adorable toes.
11. My favorite form of stress relief is cooking and recipe browsing. I could spend hours in the kitchen, humming along to the music in my head, concocting new dinners and treats.
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