On a side note, my mother reminded me that I was supposed to finish those 30 questions. Obviously I failed miserably at that, so I'm going to do my best to finish those out! With the wedding in less than two months, I can only keep my mind on one thing at a time. The countdown is officially in progress!
INGREDIENTS:
Cucumber
Bib Lettuce
Red Onion
Blueberries
Fresh Corn
Fennel
Orange slices
1. Mix all the ingredients you have on hand and toss lightly with your favorite salad dressing!
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Question 7: What's your dream job and why?
I'm going to answer this one really quickly, since I think it's a bit obvious to most of you. My dream job is anything to do with Psychology. I have loved it ever since my first Psychology class in high school, and I've worked hard to get where I am ever since then. I am constantly fascinated by people and why they do the things they do. Not only do I strive to have an understanding of the human mind, but I also have a passion to help those struggling with difficulties or disabilities.
Question 8: What are 5 passions you have?
1. Obviously, as you can imagine cooking is a new and recent passion of mine. I find it to be very relaxing, and it's a great way to get my creativity juices flowing. That's not to say it's not also stressful and exhausting. When I'm overwhelmed or busy, it's the first thing to be pushed aside, even though it would probably help me to calm down and center myself. I also have a passion for eating fairly well. I'm not going to preach to you about not eating MSG's and watching your sugar, because I'd be calling the kettle black. BUT, I do feel a LOT better about myself when I make my own food.
2. The people I help. I am not at all surprised that I ended up in this profession. I have always been fascinated with people. I could sit at a mall and people watch for hours if I had the time. I also think I've always had a place in my heart for those that are "different." I remember being in high school, and people would be so mean to the kids that had disabilities. It made me angry even then, before I actually understood the things I do now. Back then I didn't have the guts to stick up for them, but now I do. I would most definitely say that the entire field of Psychology is a passion of mine.
3. Animals. Again, is this any surprise? I suppose this and my number 2 kind of relate. If you think about it, animals don't have a voice for themselves. They don't have the ability to say "stop" or "let me go." They can't drive themselves to the hospital if they're sick and want nothing but unconditional love (and food if it's my cat). I think some of the students/patients I work with could be described the same way. Not only do I feel a responsibility to take care of animals of all shapes and sizes, but they are freaking adorable. Have you ever seen a picture of a baby hippo? I mean good lord, how can you not be obsessed!?
4. Outdoors/sports. I grew up playing sports, and because of that I spent a lot of my life outside running around. People ask why I don't like the winter time and why I complain about it, but it's because I cannot do the types of activities I love so much. Even being able to just take a walk is relaxing and makes me very very happy.
5. Family. I know mom, I know, I put this last. Let me preface that I didn't put this last because it's less important or less of a passion. I actually just didn't feel like re-numbering them. Family is a huge passion of mine. I grew up in a household where we ate dinner together every night (until soccer season), we went on family vacations, camping trips, and never missed a Christmas together. I only hope my future (WAY IN THE FUTURE) children can also have the amazing experiences I did growing up.
