A Glimpse into the Future

In case you were wondering, in 100 years, according to Cassie: 

"they used to make their own clothes and they switched to making orange juice."  You might want to prepare now.

What Am I?

We did a personality quiz at work. Apparently I am an amiable who has surrounded myself with drivers. With an analytical thrown in just to mix things up!

Am I Alan?

Analytical - Analytical people are known for being systematic, well organized and deliberate. These individuals appreciate facts and information presented in a logical manner as documentation of truth. They enjoy organization and completion of detailed tasks. Others may see him at times as being too cautious, overly structured, someone who does things too much 'by the book'.
• controlled (sometimes)
• orderly (ditto)
• precise (nope)
• disciplined (I wish)
• deliberate (deliberately lazy)
• cautious (I am cautious)
• diplomatic (YES!)
• systematic (at times, when systems are important)
• logical (at work, yes)
• conventional (oh heavens no)

Am I Oprah?

Driver - They thrive on the thrill of the challenge and the internal motivation to succeed. Drivers are practical folks who focus on getting results. They can do a lot in a very short time. They usually talk fast, direct and to the point. Often viewed as decisive, direct and pragmatic.
• action-orientated (when not sleep-orientated)
• decisive (yes, well no, yes, no)
• problem solver (YES! You've got problems?  I've got answers!)
• direct (no, not really)
• assertive (no, not really)
• demanding (only of my husband)
• risk taker (no, not really)
• forceful (um, no)
• competitive (OK, you got me on that one!!  I WIN!)
• independent (YES!)
• determined (no, not really)
• results-orientated (only when necessary)

Am I Tom?

Expressive - Very outgoing and enthusiastic, with a high energy level. They are also great idea generators, but usually do not have the ability to see the idea through to completion. They enjoy helping others and are particularly fond of socializing. They are usually slow to reach a decision. Often thought of as a talker, overly dramatic, impulsive, and manipulative.
• verbal (oh, yes!)
• motivating (I can be)
• enthusiastic (only when it's good)
• convincing (no I can convince no one of nothing)
• impulsive (are you crazy?  Things must be planned!)
• influential (no influence at all)
• charming (nope)
• confident (I am confident at work)
• dramatic (I can be a bit of a drama queen)
• optimistic (Oh yes! )
• animated (Yes!  I have the frown lines to prove it!)

No! I am a wishy-washy amiable! (With desires to be an analytical, driving, expressive!)

Amiable - They are dependable, loyal and easygoing. They like things that are non-threatening and friendly. They hate dealing with impersonal details and cold hard facts. They are usually quick to reach a decision. Often described as a warm person and sensitive to the feelings of others but at the same time wishy-washy.
• patient
• loyal
• sympathetic
• team person
• relaxed
• mature
• supportive
• stable
• considerate
• empathetic
• persevering
• trusting
• congenial

What are you?

Organic, Natural... Gourmet?

Have you seen those sites where delicious food is laid out beautifully on plates with very detailed recipes accompanying them?  Well, this is not one of those sites.  While we try to eat healthy, there are nights when cooking becomes reheating and the microwave becomes my best friend. 

One of our recipes:

1.  Remove Hot Pocket from freezer.

2.  Remove plastic wrap from Hot Pocket. 

3.  Place on plate.

4.  Heat in microwave for 3 minutes.

5.  For the sake of presentation remove cardboard (use this tip for all reheating!)

Don't judge me, at least we eat our junk food dinners together!  

Letter of Apology

Dear Hannah,

I am so sorry.  Even though it looks easy, cutting hair is actually quite tricky.  I thought I was doing the right thing by getting rid of your achy-breaky mullet, but now you look like a boy.  A boy who has a drunk uncle who cuts his hair.

  I promise that hair grows back and that you are too young to be permanently scarred by this incident.

Love,

Mommy