| 1. Are people essentially good or essentially bad? |
I think that overall people are good, but they can be influenced and taught to be bad. I do believe we were all born sinners, needing God's grace and forgiveness |
| 2. When lots of things go wrong at once, how do you react? What goes on in your mind? |
Honestly, it depends on what time of the month it is!!!LOL!!! Generally I take things in stride, look for God's plan and what I can learn and how to make the situation better |
| 3. What are some of the most important lessons you've learned about pain in your life? |
Pain and hurts are things we will all experience from time to time at different levels, we must know that they will pass and we will learn lessons that will affect our futures |
| 4. If you could sum up your philosophy of life in a few sentences, what would it be? |
Live life with passion and purpose never forgetting that our life is but a vapor in the scheme of eternity |
| 5. If you had to explain why the world is the way it is to your children, what would you say? |
I would tell them the story of creation and that people all have the choice to live good and moral lives, but that evil is around us and we must always be aware of it |
| 6. Do you believe things always turn out for the best? |
Not always, I think that we can learn from our mistakes and learn from anything that seems painful. But things might be rough for a time. |
| 7. What are you the most proud of about yourself and your life? |
I am most proud about the fact that I was taught to care for others and that I do try to be kind and compassionate to everyone I meet |
| 8. Do you procrastinate a lot of the time, much of the time, or not much at all? |
Okay, I procrastinate a lot of the time. |
| 9. What risks have you taken in your life? Have you avoided any? |
I have done some public speaking which is always nerve racking. I have avoided little in my life, but I could be a little more bold at times. |
| 10. Are you usually on time or late for appointments? |
Typically I am right on time or a little late..... |
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| 11. In what areas of your life would you say you are the most irresponsible(finances, health, returning phone calls)? |
Finances.........saving was not a principle I grasped growing up....... |
| 12. Do you consider yourself sensitive to other people's feelings? |
Yes, very much so, I can be highly empathetic |
| 13. What kinds of things do you feel are inherently wrong, and what wouldn't bother you? |
I think adultery is very wrong. Cheating on tests is wrong. Stealing is wrong. I have a very intense conscience so most things that are agains the law I think are wrong. I drive without my seat belt on most of the time---which is agains the law. But, it doesn't make me lose sleep at night. |
| 14. Do you think all is fair in love and war? |
No, I don't. I think there should be moral and ethical boundaries in all circumstances. |
| 15. Are you a saver or a spender? |
Spender, but when you have no money to spend, it's easy to not spend! |
| 16. What is compatiablity to you? |
Common interests, common life goals and desires, good communication skills, honesty and mutual appreciation for each others interests even when they are slightly contrary to your own |
| 17. If you were in an argument/disagreement with a friend/spouse/family member, would you most likely be the one who yields, withdraws, compromises, wins or resolves? |
Typically it depends, I can be argumentative. I would say that I usually compromise or tries to resolve it. |
| 18. If you inherited a large sum or money and could afford to live anywhere in the world, where would it be? Would else would you do with the money? |
Hmm.......good question. Honestly I would buy a beach house, a town house in New York, and a house somewhere in Europe. I would travel and see as much of the continents as I could. I would donate money to causes such as feeding starving people and also I would open programs to help the poor and homeless in the USA. I would create grant and scholarship programs to assist people wishing to go to college but because of poverty can not afford to on their own. |
| 19. What foods do you enjoy, and what are your feelings on eating healthy? |
I honestly enjoy carbs and comfort foods a little too much. I have generally weird eating habits. I like feta cheese and whole wheat pasta. I like soy and rice milk. Ezekiel bread with olive oil is also a fave of mine. I try to eat healthy, but don't restrict myself so much that I cannot also eat a greasy hamburger from time to time. |
| 20. Do you believe in the saying, "Forgive and forget"? Why or why not? |
I believe that we should all strive to forgive others even when we don't want to or it seems impossible, I think forgiveness sets us free! But, it's hard to forget, but with time you can forget a lot, but maybe not all. |
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| 21. What book has changed your life? Why and How? |
Honestly a lot of books have brought about meaning and change in my life. The Bible has been one thing that has transformed my heart and thoughts. God's word speaks to me and has caused change from the lost little child I was to the woman whose heart has been renewed! q |
| 22. Do you think education is essential? |
I do not think education is for everyone, but I think that everyone should be given the opportunity to seek education if it is their desire. My dad has a very good job and he just has his high school diploma. So you can be happy and successful without it. |
| 23. What are your ambitions for life? |
I want to help others, I feel this is my deepest hearts desire and calling. I know that giving of myself and time is what makes me most at peace and happy. I also would like to be a wife and mother, sharing love and life with my family. |
| 24. Do you see change as good or detrimental? |
Change is good I think. People that don't change are standing still, although some changes can be for the worst. We must strive to grow and change for the better. |
| 25. There is a person begging for food, would you ignore them or give them some money for food? |
I generally give money or food to people who are begging for food or work or money, but sometimes I don't stop and I do feel bad about it later. |
| 26. Do opposites attracting ensure relationship success----your thoughts. |
Actually I think that there should be plenty of similarities, at least in the most important areas such as religion, child-rearing, direction for life, and emotional availability. But, I think that being a little opposite in some areas is also good and makes life interesting! |
| 27. You really like a person, do you look them in the eyes or twiddle your thumbs and look at your feet? |
It depends, usually at first I am not a look in the eyes person, but eventually and sometimes quickly I make eye contact. I think eye contact is very important. |
| 28. You meet the parents for the first time and they disagree with something you are very passionate about, do you agree with them or keep quiet respecting their opinion? |
I would keep quiet and respect their opinions, if they became my in-laws, I might broach the subject in a loving manner later on. |
| 29. Who is the most important person in your life? Why? |
Family is most important. There is no one person who stands above all. I think that family should always be a top priority. |
| 30. Is there someone who can make you angrier than anyone else in your life and how do they do that? |
Truthfully, my mom. We have come a long way and I am thankful that we each have changed enough to get along as adults, but there are times when she cannot cut the cord and let me be an adult and make my own choices, that's what can bother me. |
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| 31. What bores you? What never bores you? |
I honestly hate looking at farm animals at the fair......I like to look at exhibits and such, but I don't always like to leisurely meander, I prefer fast pace at times. Shopping for books NEVER bores me. |
| 32. In order, what are your three strongest interests? |
God--(spiritual growth), education (helping others as well as learning), and reading |
| 33. What makes you feel loved? |
Actions speak louder than words for me. Although, kind, loving words mean a lot to me. I like hugs, love notes, and surprise little gifts like a card or single rose........ |
| 34. You spill mustard on your plain white t-shirt at lunch, do you rush home to change it, use a shout-wipe to clean it, or ignore the spot and wear the shirt? |
I usually try to shout wipe it or use a tide stick, but depending on where I am going during the day, I might change it or wear it......But I personally hate wearing stained clothes! |
| 35. Someone offers you a million dollars to read a long list of books in one year, the person is sure to include books that are opposite your general tastes, would you take them up on the offer? |
I would do it. I think I can learn a lot from books I wouldn't typically read. |
| 36. You are pregnant or your wife is pregnant, do you want to know the sex of the baby or be surprised? |
hmmmmmmmm.......good question. Surprise? Maybe I am old fashioned but I think it's neat to hear the doctor say, "you have a son." or "you have a daughter" and then use the name you choose for them. I would just buy white or yellow and gender neutral clothes. |
| 37. What is your number one pet peeve? |
I don't like it when people do not wash their hands after using the restroom, I think it is gross. I can be Type A about germs. |
| 38. Would you date an atheist? |
No, I think that we would differ on so many things. But I would probably be their friend. |
| 39. Could you go a week without brushing your teeth? |
HECK no.......I brush my teeth at least 3 times a day, maybe more. Clean mouths are a big thing for me. I will even get up after being dead tired and half asleep to brush my teeth!!!! |
| 40. Someone confesses a wrong against you, you respond how? |
I would process it and then ask for time to let me deal with it. I would seek to forgive them and work to make the relationship better. |
| 41. You are told to gather a duffle bag of items for an extended stay on a secluded island without any modern |
I would bring the Bible, several of my favorite books. I would bring a toothbrush and several containers of toothpaste, I would bring a blanket and rain coat, a few clothes, and a pillow. |
| 42. conveniences or contact with the outside world, what would you bring? |
if it all fits. |
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