Tagged

 I've been tagged by cocoprincess.  Now I'm not quite sure I'll be that good at this, but here it goes:

Seven Random/Weird Facts abut Myself:

1.  I went to high school with Tyra Banks in Southern California.  Tyra was great then, and she hasn't changed a bit.  What you see on TV is her actual personality.  She is really doing her thing,  and it makes me so proud to see  (Go Pandas!!!  Corny I know,  but hey that was our high school mascot.)

2.  I had the pleasure of residing in Ethiopia for several months about 11 years ago.  Ethiopia was so wonderful,  I can't wait to get back there.  I must admit that at the time,  I was so homesick.  I had no TV, no American radio.  Portable DVD players weren't that popular (actually we were still using VHS),  cell phones weren't standard accessories,  and there were no Ipods.  I had a tape my boyfriend at the time (now my husband) made for me before I left the states.  I listened to it 24/7.   The internet was new, not widely used, and dial up when you could find it.  I communicated with friends and family back home the good old fashion way,  by letter and an occasional phone call (prices were outrageous).  The best parts were the weddings,  graduation parties,  and beautiful people of Ethiopia (both on the inside and out).  Man, this was just 1997.  It's amazing how time has progressed in such a short time. 

3.  I love outdoor and adventure sports. White Water rafting,  boating (I'd love to have one some day),  biking,  swimming.  You name it.

4.  I was a Senior Girl Scout.  Most folks remember being Brownies, or Juniors.  But not many stayed in Scouts until they were Cadettes and Seniors.  Well I did; I know that sounds corny too.  I guess Im just a cornball.  I even received my Gold Award.  It was such a great program, and I had so many opportunities through Girl Scouting.  I just can't say enough good things about it.

5.  In high school,  two of my best girlfriends and I snuck out of the house to attend a pajama party.  Yup, you guessed it.  We were roaming the streets of L.A. in pajamas.  When we finally got to the party,  it had ended because of a fight  (aww man!!).  Worst of all,  we thought we got away with it,  until a parking ticket was sent to my girlfriends mom!! Time on ticket 1am. oops!! (We were busted, and we didn't even get to go to the party.  I still have those pajamas (LOL))

6.  I met President Bush and Laura Bush after the 911 attacks.  I was a resident at the local hospital where the Pentagon burn victims were treated.  It was cool even though I'm not a big Bush fan.  His policies are the worst,  but he was actually a cool dude. 

7.  Frank Sinatra is one of my favorite singers.  (There is even a station on XM/Sirius satellite radio dedicated to his music, and hosted by his daughter, Nancy Sinatra of "These Boots are Made for Walking" fame.  My favorite performer is Prince. (What a contrast right).  My love affair with Prince started with Purple Rain.. I had posters all over my bedroom walls.  But my favorite album would have to be 1999.

So in the words of Pooh's friend Tigger "TTFN... Ta Ta for now).  I know I didn't follow all the directions,  but I promise to do better next time.