19 things you may or may not know about me :)

I’m kind of early in doing this, but I have been thinking about this for a while, and decided that since I am unable to find sleep, I shall do this now.

I’m doing this because it’s my birthday on the 27th! And I will be 19. Everyone understand? Good. Let’s begin :)

1. You know that saying, ‘That spider is more scared than you are!’ Yeah, No. Spiders are ridiculous. I despise them with all my heart and soul. I am more afraid of spiders, than I am of dying. I hate them.

2.   This girl has changed my life. She is my best friend, and I honestly can’t see my life without her in it. Things are not always this way, our fights can get vicious, but we always seem to make things work. She’s shown me what true friendship is all about. We mock each other in public, cry together, make forts together, will tell each other when we make stupid decisions, will defend each other, and most importantly, will be there for each other no matter what happens. I honestly would not be the person I am today without her. She has helped shape me into the person I am today, and I love her for it :)

3. I get attached to people. This is a good and bad trait. I have slowly started to realize that I tend to like guys who need to be taken care of, instead of liking someone who wants to take care of me. What can I say, I’m independent, and I have always, always been the person to try to fix everything. It honestly is a bad habit, but I can’t help it. I want people to be happy, and I want to help them, whether it’s by listening to them cry, giving them advice, babying them, or just by being a friend. That’s why I have started to warn people that when they befriend me, I’m a keeper, because I never go away. Well, unless you really hurt me, then I’ll walk away and let you pick up the pieces yourself.

4. I can get complete strangers to open up about their lives to me. You may have noticed this. We start talking, and all of the sudden.. BAM! You start telling me things that you don’t normally tell people. Am I magical? Have I tricked you? Nah, it’s a gift. Well, I’ve been told that it’s a gift, and that I should become a therapist or a counselor.. But no. What do I want to use this gift for? To teach English. Don’t laugh. I’m the type of person that can baby you, but then show you tough love. I feel like some of my best teachers have been the ones that care about me, but also don’t let me slack off. They hold me to the highest of standards, because they know I can do great work. I want to be that kind of teacher. I tend to think that I already am that type of teacher, I just need the degree to prove it.

5. My favourite colour is purple.

6. My favourite movie of all time is The Wizard of Oz.

How could you not love this movie? I don’t know. It has impacted me in more ways than you could even begin to imagine. I’m kind of like Dorothy. I find myself surrounded by guys who need courage, have no heart, or lack a brain.

7. I do have emotions. I can cry. Words can hurt me. I just try to brush it off, because I don’t want people to see me as being weak. So, instead of showing my emotions, I try to help others to forget about my own problems.

8. I love going on walks/runs at night, especially when there isn’t a cloud in the sky, because the moon and the stars are glorious. I also enjoy how calm it is. If I’m struggling with something, or if I need to get away, I just go on a walk.  It’s peaceful, and beautiful. You can’t beat that.

9. Thunderstorms are my favourite. Some people get scared, but me? I go outside and play in the rain! Or! I make a tent in my clubhouse, and sit there and watch the rain, thunder, and lightening. It is seriously something to behold.

10. Sarcasm is my second language. It is also a way for me to offend you without you picking up on it. Subtle huh? The best part is that you’ll never know when I’m doing the second, because I don’t make it obvious.

11. I love kids. No, this isn’t a joke either. I really do love children, and I have a way with them. However, I don’t plan on having kids until I can provide a good life for them. Watching parents struggling to buy food, let alone diapers and clothes for their kids, breaks my heart. I know that I’m supposed to be a mom someday, I know that I will be a fantastic mom someday, but I honestly have no idea when that will be.

12.

Before you freak out. I adore Taylor Swift. Her lyrics are seriously what I wish I could sing all day long. If I had a soundtrack, her songs would be it. Through every situation I find myself in, I am able to find comfort in her music, and if you don’t like her, that’s fine. Just know, you’re missing out on some of the best lyrics out there.

13. I am not afraid to speak my mind, and it does get me into trouble, but that’s just who I am.

14. I’m secretly a great cook. It’s true. I make cookies once a week, and take them to work, and within.. 10 minutes, their gone. I like taking in different creations just to see if anyone likes them. They usually do.

15. I sing, and I play piano. Usually, at some point in our friendship, I will sing for you. Whether it’s in the car, at a dance, or just me trying to impress you. I am actually quite proud of my voice, playing the piano on the other hand.. I still get nervous every time I have an audience, only because I am my worst critic.

16. I have had two surgeries. One is a scar you will never see, and one is in plain sight. This is the obvious one.

That is a picture of my face? Yes. No. I did not have face surgery. I had a brain tumor that had to be taken out two years ago. Yes, it was serious. Yes, I tried to act like it wasn’t a big deal, because in reality, I’m here now, right? Right, therefore, it doesn’t matter.

17. I am scared to go to college.

18. I am still waiting for the one guy to prove to me that he’s worth my time.

19. Last one. I am always here. Really. If we get in a fight, and I still try to text you or talk to you on Facebook, it means that I still care about your well being. So, instead of trying to ignore that I exist, do yourself a favor, and talk to me. Not only will it give you someone to confide in, but it also helps strengthen our friendship. Yes, sometimes it’s hard to get a friendship ‘back to normal’. If you’re determined enough though, it will eventually get there.

I’m done typing about me. From now on, experiences are going on here.

And Happy Birthday to me. (In 5 Days.)

<3 Chels