So in my sixty day "photo story" I'll be sharing tidbits about me through my favorite form of expression: photography. Most photo "challenges" I've seen require the photo to be taken within a day or so of posting it, but the way I see it, my "story" isn't just about here in the now, but instead everything up to this moment in my life. So, although I will include pictures in the moment as they apply, I know there will also be days that I pick through my abundance of photos and share from those as well. Some may just be photos that inspire a message the Lord shares with me for that days topic. Below my "Day One" entry is a rundown on how the next sixty days will play out (which I plan to post separately from my regular postings).
So here we go with DAY ONE: a picture of myself with 15 facts
1) This picture represents the view that most people get of me: a camera in hand with a cheesy grin on my face. My camera goes with me everywhere, I annoy people with flashes, and I like being BEHIND the camera, not in front of it :)2) I'm married to my best friend. It sounds cliché, but it's true... if there's one person I can tell anything to without hesitation or worry about judgement, it's Mike. He deals with my quirks, insecurities, childish moments, temper tantrums, dorky habits, and pet peeves in a way that only a true soul mate could.
3) I have two children, five step children, and three grand babies... and not one personality among the ten of them is anything alike. Although time alone with the hubby is absolutely wonderful, there's something about a full house that makes my heart happy, and I long for the day all ten of them can be present in our home at the same time despite the miles between some of them.
4) I have four more children in the form of tiny hair covered yip yappers... our Chihuahua's. They share our bed with us, and although they're only 2-3 pounds each, it's amazing what bed hogs they can be. They give unconditional love and greet us upon every arrival as though we have ten pound steaks hanging from our necks.
5) I tend to be OCD on occasion. If my husband happens to read this I know he'll give a snorting laugh at the words "on occasion", but I'm getting better about it... I think.
6) I can't stand to sweat unless I'm earning it. Yes, I'm a hothead. I was born and raised in Florida, but yeah, sweating pretty much equals an "ew" for me. I will even purposely end my shower with cold water long enough to clear the steam from the bathroom so it's gone when I open the curtain. It's a quirk my family patiently loves me through.
7) I don't drink coffee unless it's cold. There is a rare instance that I'll have a hot cup, but it doesn't happen often. However, if you pour it over ice or make it frappuccino style, I'm a happy camper.
8) Hi, my name is Jennifer and I'm a procrastinator. There, I admitted it publicly. If it doesn't HAVE to happen before the day is out, I tend to put it off. I really don't mean to, it just happens. Life happens I guess, and it gets put off, but it's procrastination none the less.
9) I don't have a favorite color. I do love the color red. But I also like navy blue, pink, black, white, green... urgh, I guess my favorite color is Crayola.
10) I love cheese. I'll put it in or on just about anything. Everything tastes better with cheese. My disappearing abs probably don't appreciate it much, but we only live once right? :)
11) I'm blind as a bat. Literally. Mike has probably had to retrieve my glasses for me a million times when I can't find them after taking out my contacts (that have to be special ordered because no one stocks my prescription) forgetting where I placed them earlier that morning.
12) I like to experiment in the kitchen. This is not always successful with my clan though, since they are true southerners that like predictable meals, but it never fails if it involves baking sweets!
13) If I have a phobia of anything, it's feet. I despise feet. I only deal with my own long enough to wash them and paint my toenails. I feel bad about it because my Mikey loves foot rubs, but I seriously find it impossible for me to do. I avoid feet at all costs. Hmm, does that make it weird that I love a shoe sale??
14) I love scenery and nature. The way light dances across the sky and through the clouds, fresh cut grass, the sound of crashing waves at the ocean, watching wild animals in the woods, fields of flowers, mountain landscapes, the relaxation of a creek, how everything looks after a heavy snowfall before it's been disturbed by footprints or tire tracks, the sound of thunderstorms...
15) I have a love/yuck relationship with laundry. I love the smell of our laundry soap, I love fresh clean clothes hung up without wrinkles, and I love seeing my hamper empty. The yuck parts come into play with all the steps in-between :)
The sixty day photo story table of contents:
Day 01 - A picture of yourself with fifteen facts.
Day 02 - A picture of you and the person you have been close with for the longest.
Day 03 - A picture of the cast from your favorite show.
Day 04 - A picture of your night.
Day 05 - A picture of your favorite memory.
Day 06 - A picture of a person you'd love to trade places with for a day.
Day 07 - A picture of your most treasured item.
Day 08 - A picture that makes you laugh.
Day 09 - A picture of the person who has gotten you through the most.
Day 10 - A picture of the person you do the most messed up things with.
Day 11 - A picture of something you hate.
Day 12 - A picture of something you love.
Day 13 - A picture of your favorite band or artist.
Day 14 - A picture of someone you could never imagine your life without.
Day 15 - A picture of something you want to do before you die.
Day 16 - A picture of someone who inspires you.
Day 17 - A picture of something that has made a huge impact on your life recently.
Day 18 - A picture of your biggest insecurity.
Day 19 - A picture of you when you were little.
Day 20 - A picture of somewhere you'd love to travel.
Day 21 - A picture of something you wish you could forget.
Day 22 - A picture of something you wish you were better at.
Day 23 - A picture of your favorite book.
Day 24 - A picture of something you wish you could change.
Day 25 - A picture of your day.
Day 26 - A picture of something that means a lot to you.
Day 27 - A picture of yourself and a family member.
Day 28 - A picture of something you're afraid of.
Day 29 - A picture that can always make you smile.
Day 30 - A picture of someone you miss.
Day 31 - A picture of a tradition you have.
Day 32 - A picture of a crazy night.
Day 33 - A picture of the house you grew up in.
Day 34 - A picture of your currently most played CD.
Day 35 - A picture of your favorite place to eat.
Day 36 - A picture of your ‘other half'.
Day 37 - A picture of the people you spend most of your time with.
Day 38 - A picture of the best part of your day.
Day 39 - A picture of your favorite movie.
Day 40 - A picture of your favorite Disney character.
Day 41 - A picture of your pet.
Day 42 - A picture of your dream house.
Day 43 - A picture of something you can’t function without.
Day 44 - A picture of someone you’re told you look like.
Day 45 - A picture of your room.
Day 46 - A picture of where you wish you were right now.
Day 47 - A picture of your favorite place to shop.
Day 48 - A picture of your favorite actress/actor.
Day 49 - A picture of where you live.
Day 50 - A picture of your most frequented place.
Day 51 - A picture of your dream car.
Day 52 - A picture of your favorite sport.
Day 53 - A picture of someone you think is hot.
Day 54 - A picture of the 1 thing you'd bring if stranded on a deserted island.
Day 55 - A picture of the last movie you saw in theaters.
Day 56 - A picture of something that makes you happy.
Day 57 - A picture of your favorite holiday.
Day 58 - A picture of your favorite animal.
Day 59 - A picture of a random item that you own.
Day 60 - A picture of something you’re excited about.
