Thursday, June 26, 2008

100 Things

100 Things About Me (that you don't really need to know...)
This is dedicated to my brother in law Briggs....thanks to this, I feel like I know him on a whole other level!
1. My favorite color fluctuates every day thanks to the wonderful color palette in this world.
2. I could have two dogs and still not be a crazy dog lady.
3. I have been a teacher for 4 years and really hate it now.
4. I think I hate teaching because I no longer teach with my best friend and twin Tiffany.
5. I love my family and my parents.
6. My family is the funniest group of people I have ever met.
7. I am obsessed with trashy romance novels (no naked men on the covers)
8. I graduated from Utah State.
9. I did my masters at the University of Utah.
10. It is really hard to be alumni of both, but not as hard as it would be to be alumni of the U and BYU....
11. I LOVE Diet Pepsi and tolerate Diet Coke.
12. Although Diet Coke from Sonic is the best.
13. I never know where to say I am from, but wherever I am at the moment always feels like home.
14. It took me forever to find my husband....reality only about 6 years....felt like forever.
15. My husband is amazing to me....really puts up with alot...have you met me?
16. I knew I wanted to marry my husband after our first lunch date...ask Tiff.....yes, I am a crazy Utah Mormon girl
17. I will NEVER set someone up on a blind date because I know how it feels....
18. I have the cutest, most emo, special dog....Ty.
19. My dog is on Prozac.
20. I am obsessed with checking my bank accounts.....(6 times a day)
21. ...There is never any money to check on.
22. I probably eat French Fries about 4-5 times a week...it's a problem.
23. I love HGTV....it almost makes me feel like I could be crafty or handy.
24. I am crazy about being in school because it makes me feel like I am doing something with my life.
25. My students are having a VERY long read a thon right now....which is why I have time to do this right now....second to last day of school.
26. I kept dating my husband because he was the funniest person I had ever met and I was attracted to him(uncommon to find both in a guy).....mostly he was really funny though.
27. There is nothing that smells as good as Japanese Cherry Blossom from Bath and Body Works.
28. Someday I will run a marathon...I just have to get past 4 miles.
29. I love the Disney Channel.
30. I love ABC Family shows.
31. I also love cheezy high school movies.
32. I hate the Bachelor but love the Bachelorette.
33. I would never survive without Excedrin.
34. I LOVE the sun....and being tan....
35. I can never remember the lyrics to songs or the lines from movies.
36. I am always confused about my style.
37. I have to make a list of what I am grateful for a least once a week...to not feel stressed about life.
38. I bite my nails.
39. I make my bed EVERY morning without fail.
40. Scott hates the fact that I make the bed everyday.
41. I have a small shopping problem.
42. Meeting my dear friend Tiffany only made my shopping problem worse.
43. I have a huge shoe problem....even if they are ugly....I still buy them~
44. I never pay more than 18.99 for a shirt....unless it is REALLY cute.
45. I LOVE designer jeans....mostly because I can wear a smaller size in them.
46. I am not photogenic.
47. We have no documentation of our married life....because I suck at taking pictures.
48. I have screwed up on laundry so much....did you know you're not supposed to wash a suit in the washer?
49. I should buy stock in TUMs...I eat alot of them.
50. Every week there are fresh flowers in my kitchen....I buy them for myself.
51. I do not believe in camping.
52. I love my car but have to admit I bought it only because someone told me I would never find a guy to buy one for me.....great idea.
53. I love walking my dog.
54. Scott and I eat ice cream every night....even though I am lactose intolerant.
55. I love to clean.
56. I hate to clean the shower....so I don't.
57. My husband makes me laugh at least once a day.
58. I love looking just like my sister who is nine years younger than me.
59. I DI about once a month.
60. I have 20/20 vision now. Thanks Scott!
61. I am worried my child will have a big nose....have you seen our baby pics?
62. I love the Gateway!
63. I could eat out everyday...I love the dining experience.
64. I wash my car about every 3 days.
65. I love purses, but always forget to change them out so they go with my outfit...what's the point of having so many then?
66. I am so excited/nervous for my new career...
67. It was worth waiting a year and half to find something I am excited and obsessed with doing.
68. Taking Iron pills made me gain 8 pounds overnight....but man, I had alot of energy!
69. I coach tumbling a few nights a week and love it.
70. I can still tumble and stuff!
71. I used to think marriage would solve all problems in my life.
72. It does solve most of my problems.
73. Being married is truly as amazing as everyone says it is!
74. I love my teeth.
75. I have amazing friends....we really do need them even after marriage.
76. I love going home to my parents house....I have always felt safe there.
77. I talk REALLY loud.
78. It's because I am secretly partially deaf.
79. Even though he won't admit it, my husband thinks I'm funny.
80. Everyday I am so glad I went to Utah State, met Dave Allen and that it didn't work out...thanks...I still owe you!
81. My husband is nothing and everything like what I though he'd be like.
82. I hate donuts.
83. I only get paid once a month.....and it sucks.
84. Buying a new $75 scale does NOT mean you will suddenly weigh less...you will actually weigh more!
85. Someone else has a better plan for me than I have for myself.
86. I am more convinced than ever that kids need a mom AND a dad.
87. I am obsessed with smells.....that things need to smell good!
88. I am very matchy-match...it's a problem.
89. It is really easy to write about myself....does that say something?
90. I love traveling now....so worth the time and money.
91. I want a baby and it should be a boy.
92. Although we are all soooo different....my sisters are my best friends.
93. My cute mom is a little crazy....and we are alot alike.
94. I miss being young sometimes.
95. I am terrified to turn 26.
96. I love my in-laws....they are great parents.
97. I love my puppy Ty and am so grateful for how cute he is! (it has better prepared me to be a great mom...don't laugh)
98. I am very happy with the person I am.
99. I also have a list of about 45 things I need to work on on myself.
100. Scott makes my life complete...and a whole lot of fun!!!!!!

8 comments:

Shanda Mattsson said...

Wow - I learned a lot about you. I dont think I could think of that much to write. I agree that camping is ridiculous - really what is the point? And a small shopping problem? haha. Thanks for sharing! I'm so glad you have a blog! Glad your school year is coming to an end - and teaching. You will be amazing at anything you do!

Erica said...

I loved that post, Nicole! And, I just have to say- I'm SO glad someone else my age loves the Disney channel as much as I do!!

Galbfam said...

So I totally read that whole thing and think you said some of the best things and it made me like you that much more.=) You rock chica! Thanks for hanging with jare and I last night and sorry we fell asleep. I think youre the only one who didnt.ha. Love ya!!!!

Matt and Tiff said...

I LOVE number 4!! Teaching is just not the same. I agree with basically everything you said therefore, reminding me how well I know you and how you ARE my twin and how I just don't see you enough!! You are a stinking cute! I love you!

~Paige~ said...

You are too funny Nicole!!!! I LOVED IT! haha Don't you worry, I accidently (sp) washed a suit jacket of Nates....I love that you have too!!! That was NOT a good day when he got it out :) I want to go to school :( I want to go do some type of school so that I feel like im doing something with my life, even though you are WAY smarter than me! We just have so much in common! :) We love you!!

Maura said...

Hahahah! This is z best!

Waggoner Family said...

It was fun reading about you! I sure miss you and want to see you!

The Hardy Family said...

hey nicole, i found your blog through erica's. I loved your list and found out so many things about you. I think you are funny too! I heard you weren't my VT anymore... I'll miss out chats!