Onto the 10 scraps now.
1) This is a tough one for me, in all honesty. Why? Because I really do not like to reveal things about myself to people- even people I know. As time has passed, I have become even more reluctant to open up to people. I have also become much, much more cynical.
2) That being said... this post may not actually MAKE the full 10 things! But for number 2 here, I'll say my hair is long. I like it like that. Besides, since moving from Tundra Country, where I had managed to find a woman who did amazing things with my mop, I have had exactly ONE decent haircut. ONE. Currently, I tend to keep my hair in a braid almost all the time, and under a ball cap.
3) I wear the ball cap for a couple reasons: one being to keep my hair out of the sun as much as possible, but also I can not stand the sensation of my brain boiling in the south Georgia sun. Besides, the brim of the cap keeps the sun from my eyes, which...
4) Have become quite light sensitive as I age.
5) Speaking of age, it is starting to show. Aside from the saddle bags that appeared with my two young children, I don't MIND showing some age. It has been a damn hard journey to make it here, and I feel I have earned the marks of time- including my gray hair.
6) However, due to some really awesome genetics, I don't show my age (rapidly approaching 39,) as most people my age do. In fact, I look quite a bit YOUNGER. Works for me!
7) On the genetic front, I have a sister who is a Doctor. Yep, she is a Phrenologist, doing her Fellowship at Vanderbilt University. Dr. K. Medicine Woman is an inspiration to me, and I deeply admire her grit, intelligence, and determination. Not too long ago, I had someone snort somewhat derisively at me when informed of this, as they asked, "Your sister is a Doctor? What happened to YOU?" Know what happened to me? I chose to chase ponies. I followed MY passion, just as Dr. K. Medicine Woman has followed hers, and I do not regret my decision for one moment. People who believe that we all should "be responsible" and have a "real job", and who look down their noses at the "lowly farrier" can Kiss My A$$.
Why? Because I am HAPPY. Are YOU?
8) Happiness comes in many different forms for everyone. Mine is simple- my family, my animals, and keeping life uncomplicated keep me happy. I don't have gadgets and gizmos, don't feel the need to "get my hair done", or "go shopping with the girls", or even hang out with "the girls". I prefer to stay more or less on my own, not following along like a lemming in the latest pursuit of The Accepted Societal Ideal.
Hmm. Maybe that has contributed to my youthful appearance, since my stress level is much lower than many in my age group.
9) Wow- made it to 9.... let's see if I can actually find something to post....Here's one:
A good pal of mine told me not too long ago that I "REALLY NEED" to join Facebook. "It's great!" she says. "You'd be amazed at the people who can find you!" she says. I had to laugh. She asked why I was laughing, as EVERYONE is on Facebook. I said, "Dude, I don't want to be F-O-U-N-D." *I* know where I am, and so do the people who matter to me.
10) Oh boy. Here's 10 and I am lost.. gimme a second here. .....
Right. I'm dry. Anything else is already known, or would prefer NOT to be known. For number 10 you'll have to use your imaginations.
There comes along with this the responsibility to award 10 other people, but I think this has already made the rounds. If you have NOT been tagged yet, please consider yourself tagged and comment so we can come read YOUR 10 Honest Scraps!
Meantime, Happy Hoofin' y'all- ~MM
10 comments:
You know, even doctors that are horse owners NEED farriers. ;)
Seriously though, it really PO's me when people look down on others because of their jobs. ALL the jobs out there need to be done by someone... even flipping burgers at the burger joint. And guess what, 16 year olds can't do all those jobs - they are in school part of the time is one reason.
Ok moving on... I admit I don't 'keep up' with everything but I do love (some) gadgets (DVR, cell, etc) and yes I am on Facebook. For me its a good way to keep in touch with far flung family and friends without sending tons of e-mail.
I'm with you on the grey hair - I like mine that way - and wrinkles are fine too. People who think everyone has to work in an office are nuts - there are a lot of unhappy folks out there in offices, and fortunately, I'm no longer one of them.
Thanks for playing along! I don't get why people get so hung up on jobs. Guess it takes all kinds...
I just joined facebook last month after caving to peer pressure. I'm having more fun with it than I thought. Funny enough, I'm getting more annoying requests from a lady I know here and see 3x a week, than all of the high school people that have come out of the woodwork! Don't blame you for not joining though - it's just another time suck...!
That's a good and amusing list. I am glad that you are happy. There isn't much that compensates for not being happy.
As for age, well, when I started my new job I told people that "I had arrived ready aged." Which is a good thing becuse it will make all of them as grey as me soon enough!
When I was bending over to fit Doru's hoof boots today, I did think how good it is that I have a good trimmer to bend over and work on his feet.
I got the Honest Scrap also, and I can't think of a darned thing to say. Unusual for me, I know!
Sometimes I just love the things you say young lady , I especially liked your number 7 rings many bells with me , Since I was lucky enough to find Callie she has helped and encouraged me to be me and do what I want in life , I have never been happier and healthier and do not miss the rat race that I lived to please other people ,
Look after yourself and stay happy
Steve
I too admire your grit and determination and should follow your passions and I say screw the jackass who made that comment to you. What the hell do they know anyway? You've helped more of us horse bloggers with hoof issues and general horse care than most would admit and I for one appreciate that advice and help! Great scrap, golden hermit! LOL!
Heh, I know how you feel. I have a tendency to be secretive about myself, too. My blog is a sometimes-successful attempt to combat that.
I'm glad you don't mind getting older. I don't either, and sometimes I feel like the only person in this country who doesn't freak out about encroaching age. Better than the alternative, and I honestly get more comfortable with myself the older I get. :)
All of your answers could have been written by me. Seriously, Mizz Mom!
#1 is the exact reason I don't do these scrap things anymore. And I just don't think anyone would find my scraps interesting...plus I may be too lazy to come up with anything new. lol!
#7 I may not have a Dr. sibling, but I was raised with Scandinavian Exchange students...a new one every year up until I graduated from High School. And somehow they were all smarter than me and went on to do amazing things with their lives. And my Dad and Stepmom always love to remind me of that. bah!
#9 I did join Facebook, against my better judgement, and although I have been discovered by and found several old dear friends that I had lost contact with, on the flip side, several old boyfriends (and not the kind you'd bring home to mama, either) have found me, as well.
And some people are always writing stuff on FB and I just don't have time for all that chit chat. I barely have time for keeping up with my e-mails (as you've probably realized...sorry!).
So, please don't be offended if I choose not to participate in this scrap. I did enjoy learning more about you, though. I think you and I....we'd get along really well.
And I think farriers are cool. :)
~Lisa
Gahhhh. Facebook. I'm on there, but I rank it with Twitter. I DO NOT CARE that you are going to the bathroom, or brushing your teeth, or listening to the Beetles on your ipod. Seriously. I have waaay better things to do than tell people that I have a headache. lol
I agree with the reason you look younger than your age is because you don't have the stress. I haven't had a single headache that I'd been having daily since I was "let go." lol I'm having a GREAT stress free summer!! and btw, YOU have MY dream job :) Something working with horses. Even though it may not always be fun, lol.
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