Home
Going home makes me really happy. It's nearly euphoric, especially if I actually have time to relax while I'm there. I love it so much that I really hate leaving and become grumpy when I'm forced to hit the road. There is something very peaceful about our little 5-acre farm, and there is always something to do (which I like). The furry friends are nice, too. My family is quirky, and we all have tons of fun together. In the picture: my family with some of our alpacas and dogs.
Coffee Shops
If you know me very well, you know that I spend much of my time at Radina's (my favorite coffee shop in Manhattan). There are several reasons for this. My main reason for practically living there is that I accomplish much more than I do at home. I'm not sure why this is. My brain just knows to kick it into high gear when we (myself and my brain - often we are not in the same place at the same time) go there. Studiousness aside, Radina's has other perquisites. It doesn't hurt that I've made friends with most of the baristas (who happen to make the most amazing vanilla hazelnut cappuccinos w/whipped cream). I'm not certain what it is about coffee shops, but they significantly improve my mood. It's also a good place to partake in people-watching. In the picture: my other home. I'm surprised they haven't started charging me rent.
Running
You might think I'm crazy, but running really does make me happy. I used to be pretty good at it (LHS XC State Champs 2002, what?), but even now that I'm slow and fairly out-of-shape, I enjoy it. It's such great stress relief. If you've had a bad day, go for a really hard run. You'll be so tired afterward that you won't have the energy to be upset. I used to go to a park with running trails (Wilderness Park near Pittsburg, KS - check it out. It's amazing and beautiful) after bad tests to run off my frustration. You can run when you are happy, too! It's a great way to celebrate lovely weather. Run with a friend, run with your dog, run with your cat, whatever. I don't even have to run in order for running to make me happy. Seeing other people run elicits an overall feeling of goodness (and it's even better if it's an attractive guy with a yellow lab). In all honesty, I think running can be beautiful. There's something about seeing what the human body is capable of that astounds me (and this goes for other sports as well). In the picture: me running for Pittsburg State University.
Desserts
Leave it to me to follow up "Running" with "Desserts." What can I say? They are delicious. Back in the day when I actually had free time, I used to bake constantly. I have a business plan involving desserts, but for the safety of my financial future, I shall not share it here. I am pictured below with a very yummy white chocolate raspberry cheesecake.
Scarves
They make any outfit more fun. You can wear them various ways. They help keep you warm. You can never really have too many. I apparently have 11. Can you spot my cat in the picture (hint: she's attacking one of the scarves)?
Singing
Music has always been a part of my life. I used to play trombone in band and was a drum major one year (the person who directs the songs during marching band). Although I've never had singing lessons (I tried to take lessons as a kid, but the lady said I was too young so I took piano instead) or been in choir, I really enjoy it. I sing in the shower, in my car, at karaoke night, when I'm doing the dishes, etc. In the picture: singing at the latest Karaoke Night.
Hope you enjoyed reading about some of my favorite things!
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