The Pinterest Q&A: Part One

I saw these questions posted on Pinterest. I thought it would be good to have the list saved for future road trips or get-togethers with friends and family. Warning: It's a bit long-winded. I actually made the questions much shorter but it's still lengthy. I really love asking people questions and getting to know them. I don't expect everyone or anyone at all to be particularly interested in my answers but here they are...


1. List 10 random facts about yourself.

• I haven't touched my hair- never colored, highlighted, permed, or dyed, etc.
• I'm close to blind without my contacts. I have the type you can sleep in because I hate waking up and not being able to see what's in front of my face.
• I'm left-handed but I can use my right hand as well for a lot of things.
• I was born on a Saturday afternoon in the middle of winter. 2/1/86 4:01 pm.
• I'm incapable of achieving a tan. Not at all. Not ever. SPF is my best friend.
• I like my full name and use it as much as possible.
• I hate milk. It makes me gag.
• I love water. I'm always drinking ice water.
• I went to Catholic school for K-12 and spent all those years wearing a uniform and knee socks.
• I have an INFJ personality type.

2. Describe 3 legitimate fears you have and explain how they became fears.

• Bees: They've always scared me because they sting and can fly pretty quickly.
• Tractor Trailers: I drive a sports car. I watch the news.
• Losing the people I love: No explanation needed.

3. Describe your relationship with your parents.

I love and respect them tremendously but we don't always see eye to eye on things. I'm not even the black sheep of the family. I'm the ginger goat or something.

4. List 3 things you would tell your 16 year-old self, if you could.

• Always wear a condom.
• Find a different date to prom.
• Work for the D.A. when you get to WVU

5. What are the 5 things that make you most happy right now?

• Music
• Alcohol
• Writing
• My dog
• Travel

6. What is the hardest thing you have ever experienced?

Life after college. The past few years have been a confusing and difficult time in my life.

7. What is your dream job, and why?

I want to be a successful author/writer. I love to express myself through thoughts, memories and opinions. I love when other people take something away from the viewpoints that I share- especially laughter. I also would love to be a great wife and mother someday but that's a long ways down the road.

8. What are 5 passions you have?

• Individuality
• Writing
• Learning
• Experience
• Expression

9. List 5 people who have influenced you and describe how.

• My Dad, Ernie: He's the strongest man I know and taught me the importance of taking pride in everything you do, working hard, staying modest, thinking critically and remaining genuine.
• My Mom, Mary: She taught me the importance of showing appreciation, love, kindness, creativity and patience. She doesn't have an envious bone in her body. Because of her, I enjoy helping others and like to see them succeed.
• My older sister, Natalie: She's been right next to me since day one. I couldn't imagine this life without her. She's hardworking and cares strongly for her friends and family.
• My older cousin, Michelle: She's 12 years older than me but one of my best friends. We're traveling this world on the same bizarre wavelength and always understand each other.
• Pittsburgh: she's my home and I wouldn't be the person I am without having grown up on her beautiful hills. 

10. Describe your most embarrasing moment.

I don't think I really have one moment that truly shines above the others. I can laugh at myself and move on with it.












Now Playing: "Lilac Wine" by Jeff Buckley
*And basically the rest of Grace

Fill In the Blank Friday

One Word to Describe Yourself: Openhearted or Strong-Willed

Parents Names: Ernie and Mary

Siblings: Natalie (she'll be 28 on May 28th)

Astrological Sign: Aquarius (Sun) Scorpio (Moon) Cancer (Rising)

Your Name Spelled Backwards: Atsirk Namor (It sounds like a foreign computer code)

Pets: Shih-tzu, Ireland (2), Cats, Sasha (4) and Katarina (~9 months)

Ireland as a young puppy

First 3 Digits of Your Cell Phone # (after the area code): 600

Favorite Season: Fall! I love October, Halloween, leaves, the weather, football...

Celebrity Crush: I have quite a few; Sidney Crosby and Bill Maher are two among many.

Religion: Catholic; I went to Catholic school from K-12. I like a lot of its traditions (albeit totally disagree with others) and definitely identify myself as one but I'm much more spiritual and open to a broader creed. I spend a lot of time thinking about the universe as a whole.

What Books are You Reading: I finished Bill Maher's The New New Rules yesterday- very funny. Currently reading "Life as I Blow It" by Sarah Colonna- also funny. Just ordered "Normal Gets You Nowhere" by Kelly Cutrone and "Story of a Soul: The Autobiography of St. Therese of Lisieux." I also have a towering stack of magazines that I really need to catch up on!

Something You Easily Forget: Lately, what day of the week it is.

Something You Always Remember: People's birthdays. I don't need the facebook notification. I remember people's birthdays whom I went to grade school with but haven't seen in 15-20 years. If you tell me your's, I probably won't ever forget it.

Your Dream Life: Knowledge, travel, experience, true love, family, friends, children, home, successful career (author), help others/make a difference...

How Many Children Do You Want: At least 2 but it depends on the timing and everything else... No more than 5. I like to give a lot of attention to the people I care about. Too many kids could be problematic.

Tattoos: None.

Piercings: Just one in each ear.

Right-Handed or Left: Lefty

Do You Have a Lot of Friends: No. I have a few best friends and a ton of acquaintances. Like I said above, I like to give a lot of attention to the people I care about. I don't see how people who have 100s of close friends can genuinely have a vested interest in others' lives. I'd personally get overwhelmed. I also like to be by myself a lot.

What do you have at your bed side: A candle, a couple books, cell phone, lip balm, a couple bottles of nail polish, usually water

Favorite hangout: Jack's Bar on the South Side of Pittsburgh, Concerts

Favorite TV Commercial:

I don't think there is a full length recording of this cover out there which saddens me deeply! I love it! The commercial is also pretty cool...




Early Bird or Night Owl: Night Owl!

What do you find attractive in the opposite sex: Intelligence, humor, kindness, shared interests, dark hair/light eyes... On the random side of it, I like necks, hands and voices.

Nicknames: Kristalena, Binky, Red, Roman, Krista Star, Kris, Krissy (the last two are only allowed by those closest to me... not a fan, not used often)
















Now Playing: "Afraid of Everyone" by The National