I'm a free spirit. I have an off-beat sense of humor, very child-like. I love to laugh, and I gravitate towards people who can make me laugh. I love to be outdoors, and I pretty much grew up camping. I also skate Roller Derby, it's awesome!
My goals used to revolve around seeking out the "American Dream", big house, nice cars, 2.5 kids, career. After a few years of living beyond my means (not extravagant, but still...) I realized that the so-called American Dream was not for me. I want a job, not a career. I want a home, not a McMansion. I want only one beautiful child, not a bunch of rugrats because that's what society says I should have. I want to be free to have hobbies, to tend to a garden, to spend time with my son and husband, to write, paint, volunteer, sit under the stars drinking a cup of coffee, go camping. I want to eat healthy foods that make me feel good, exercise, go for long walks, engage in meaningful conversation.
I'm only 25 years old, and while I may not have it all figured out yet, I'm getting there. I'm hoping Care2 can help give me the inspiration I'll need along the way.
Being a mom. It's the best thing I've ever experienced. I want to show my son that being a good person, trying your best at everything you do, and keeping a sense of humor about things is worth more than any amount of money in this world. Also, I try not to let a single day go by when I don't tell him and my husband (sometimes several times a day, and sometimes to an obnoxious level...sorry boys) that I love them. I want them to know, each and every day.
If I were Mayor, I'd make the world a better place by
Ship all the dangerous criminals off to a remote island somewhere. You want to rape, murder and steal? Have at it. Do you think any future crimes would be committed if people knew that was their fate?
What/who changed my life and why
My mom. I put her through so much crap as a teenager, just being a depressed, spoiled little whiner...and she never gave up on me. Not once. I apologized to her and my dad on my 18th birthday. Still, to this day, she is my biggest advocate and will support me in any decision I choose to make. Now that's love.
"Don't let anyone steal your dreams. Follow your heart, no matter what." --Jack Canfield.
Such a simple message, but it speaks to me on so many levels.