Learning Me...

Welcome to my blog! I've been wanting to do a blog for a long time but just never got around to it.  Well, we've lived in our current home for about 5 years and just got internet for the first time....so what better time to start? I figured I would start out by telling you 25 things that you may or may not know about me. So here goes!

1. I've been married to Jon for 9 years.
2. We have 1 son, Dakota.  We are currently trying to adopt our second child.
3. I love to play piano and sing.
4. Although I like different types of music, I love Southern Gospel and Country the most.
5. I am a conservative Christian.  I don't believe that I should force my views on anyone else, but I do believe like most typical conservatives. 
6. I love my family. This may sound silly, but so many people aren't close to their families.  I'm thankful for mine.
7. My very best friend and I have been friends longer than we can remember.  We've been friends since before kindergarten and continue that friendship to this day.  I was her maid of honor and she was my matron of honor. 
8. I love college football.  I rarely miss watching an Alabama game in the fall (even when its on pay-per-view).  I love watching and discussing college football with my dad.
9. I am a Disney fan - I love going to Disney World.  I missed part of the SEC Championship game (see #8) last year because we were at Disney - that's a big deal in my world.  I love the rides, the atmosphere, and the "magic."
10. Some of my favorite movies of all time are Facing the Giants, Beauty and the Beast, The Lion King, and The Blind Side.
11. I am an only child.  Although there have been a few times I was ok with it, now that I'm older I understand the need for a sibling.
12. Bugs love me - I have trouble staying outside over a few minutes during the summer because mosquitos eat me alive!  I hate having to put insect repellent on to be outside for just a few minutes.
13. I love reality shows. Some of my favorites are: American Idol, The Voice, Big Brother, Survivor, and The Amazing Race.
14. I never watched Duck Dynasty for over 2 minutes during the first two seasons.  Jon made me watch an episode during season 3 and now I'm addicted!
15. I'm a closet worrier.  I tend to hold it in and not show my worry so much, but deep down, I worry.  Sometimes, I think holding it in makes it worse.
16.  My birth middle name was a combination of my mother's first name and my paternal grandmother's name.
17.  Both my husband and I were named after characters on soap operas.  My mom got the name "Holly" from Guiding Light and Jon's name came from "Jonathan" on Hart to Hart.  If I spelled that wrong, please overlook me and remember, I'm talking about a show that was popular when I was born!
18. I absolutely hate snakes. As a comedian once said, they move without legs - they are OF THE DEVIL!
19. I love to laugh.  I know everyone enjoy laughter, but I really love to laugh. I love a good, clean comedian or just watching funny game show moments on YouTube.
20. I fall - randomly.  I may be just walking along and all of a sudden fall down.  I can't help it - I must have weak ankles or something. 
21. I've lived within a 5 mile radius my entire life.
22. I go to and love a small church.
23. My favorite TV show of all time is Friends.  Sometimes situations arise and all I can think about is a quote from Friends that is relevant.  For example, if I suddenly understand something, in my mind I'll think "I su-stand."  If something is irrelevant, I'll think "that's a moo point." 
24. I help direct our church Christmas play.  This past Christmas was our 3rd program and all three years I wrote or helped write the main play.
25. Growing up and even once grown, part of me always wanted to be a teacher.  But I'm not - I work as an IT Analyst.

Well, I hope you've enjoyed reading the 25 things you may or may not know about me!  Until next time, America!

Ciao!