My sweet friend, Jen, from Me, Myself, and Jen nominated me to answer 50 questions about myself, so here goes!
1. What are you wearing?
An old lavender t-shirt, yoga pants, and slippers. This is my 5:30 am attire.
2. Ever been in love?
Of course. I hope every girl past the age of 16 has been in love. It’s a beautiful feeling.
3. Ever been married?
Yes, married 7 years to my best friend, Todd. I have no idea how he puts up with me most of the time.
4. How tall are you?
5′ 8”
5. How much do you weigh?
135
6. Any tattoos?
Nope, though I have thought about it. (Don’t tell my mom).
7. Any piercings?
5 piercings, though only 2 are being used at the moment. Remember the 90s when it was cool to have two or more ear piercings in each ear? And remember the 90s when it was cool to have your belly button pierced? Well, I was a teenager during the 90s.
8. OTP (one true pair, favorite fictional couple).
Jim and Pam from The Office
9. Favorite show.
Dexter
10. Favorite band(s).
Coldplay, Fun, Lumineers, Imagine Dragons
11. Something you miss.
Slumber parties
12. Favorite song?
Feelin’ Good Again by Robert Earl Keen
13. How old are you?
34
14. Zodiac sign?
Scorpio
15. Qualities you look for in a friend.
A positive attitude, good listening skills, kindness, tactful honesty.
16. Favorite quote?
“Finish each day and be done with it. You have done what you could. Some blunders and absurdities no doubt crept in; forget them as soon as you can. Tomorrow is a new day. You shall begin it serenely and with too high a spirit to be encumbered with your old nonsense.” -Ralph Waldo Emerson
17. Favorite actor?
Tom Hanks
18. Favorite color?
Any shade of purple
19. Loud music or soft music?
Soft. If I’m ever listening to something of my choosing, the boys are asleep, so definitely soft.
20. Where do you go when you’re sad or upset?
To this keyboard.
21. How long does it take you shower?
15-20 minutes
22. How long does it take for you to get ready in the morning?
Way, way too long because I’m simultaneously packing lunches, dressing two little monkeys, letting dogs out, chugging coffee, finding library books, and making breakfast.
23. Ever been in a physical fight?
No
24. Favorite quality in your spouse/partner?
His Boy Scout skills and his lack of concern for keeping up with the Jones’s. (and also his eyes and the dimple in his chin)
25. Not so favorite quality in your spouse/partner?
He’s a clean/neat freak and I’m the opposite of domestic.
26. Why did you start blogging?
I love to write.
27. Fears?
Losing a loved one and dying.
28. Last thing that made you cry?
My church service yesterday. Those that were there know what I’m talking about. They were beautiful, heartbreaking tears.
29. Last time you said you loved someone?
10 minutes ago when the hubs left for the gym.
30. Meaning behind the name of your blog.
I had originally planned on savvymom.com, but I didn’t really feel like a “savvy” mom. I was more of an exited, ‘I try very hard’ type of mom, so I went onto thesaurus.com and typed in “savvy” to try to find a word that better fit my personality. I liked ‘zealous’.
31. Book you are currently reading?
Forever by Pete Hamill
32. Next book on your list?
Devil in the White City by Erik Larsen
33. Last show you watched?
Dexter
34. Last person you talked to?
I’m whispering to myself right now as I answer these questions.
35. The relationship between you and the last person you texted?
My sweet sister.
36. Favorite food(s)?
coffee, peanut butter, sushi
37. Somewhere you’d like to visit?
Chicago, Italy, Disney World
38. Last place you were?
Last city I visited was Atlanta for a blogging conference. So much fun with amazing, talented friends.
39. Do you have a Hollywood crush?
Probably Ben Affleck because he’s such a great dad and husband. (so it seems)
40. Any children?
Yes, two sweet little boys, ages 5 & 2. Being a mom is everything I never knew I wanted.
41. Last time you felt blessed.
Currently feeling that way.
42. Favorite sweet treat.
Dark chocolate truffles.
43. What instruments do you play?
I used to play the flute and piano but quit both as a teenager. I so wish I would have stuck with it. Now I just play plastic instruments when the boys want to pretend like we’re having a parade.
44. Favorite piece of jewelry.
Either my engagement ring or a pearl/diamond ring my parents gave me when I finished graduate school.
45. Last sport you played.
I ran track in high school. These days, I run in races.
46. Last song you sang.
“You are My Sunshine” last night when I put my two-year old to bed.
47. Favorite social media platform.
I love them all for different reasons. If I had to rank my top three, it would probably be 1). Instagram 2). Pinterest 3). Facebook.
48. Favorite thing about my phone.
Photo editing apps and the thinking bubble iPhones when people are texting back. I don’t know why I like that. Oh, and random emojicons.
49. Last Girls’ Night Out.
Last night. My mom and I went out for sushi then went to the movies to see Gone Girl.
50. Who should answer these questions next?
I’m going to suggest some names, but girls, no worries if you never get to it. Also, there’s no time frame or deadline. But I will say that it was pretty fun to sit and reflect on these questions.
Genelle and/or Heather from thethirdboob.
Lindsey from Redheaded Baby Mama.
Carly from The Puzzled Palate.
Happy Monday, everyone!
Julie @ Running in a Skirt says
Oh fun! These old blog survey’s can be great. I love that quote too!
susannabarbee says
They really are fun! It’s neat to see how the answers change over time.
Robbie says
I love these blog surveys too! I am definitely a morning multi-tasker as well–sans dog. I just finished reading Gone Girl & can’t wait to see the movie.
susannabarbee says
Oh, yes! The movie is excellent. And yay to mornings! I wouldn’t get anything accomplished if I didn’t wake up super early.
Silvie says
Hi Susanna, This is such a great idea and post. I’m going to take your challenge and post it on my blog. 🙂
susannabarbee says
So awesome, Silvie! I love these types of questionnaires. I just read and enjoyed yours and left you a comment on your blog. Look forward to connecting!