5 Things About Me

This is me:

I am SO Canadian. I love wide-open spaces. I prefer LOTS of personal space - at least an arm's length, please! I avoid crowds at all costs, especially if I think the crowd will be pushy or aimless. And it doesn't hurt to be nice, either, people. Just because you're anonymous and moving in a large pack doesn't give you an excuse to stop showing basic human courtesy. Be polite!!

No surprise - I prefer pursuits that are solitary or that involve small groups. I love to spend time with my family and pets. I am very bookish, and I love my garden. I hike, I camp, I love my home. I like to sit still and watch birds. Or fish, or trees, or stars -- almost any miracle of nature will do nicely.

I am quirky, cheerful, and I love to laugh. I like old furniture, old books and found objects. I surround myself with funny people, funny books, funny movies. I wish I knew Tina Fey, Will Farrell, John C. Reilly, John Cleese, Michael Palin, Terry Gilliam, Eric Idle, Laurie Notaro and Jen Lancaster personally. I don't see why blasting an airhorn at work when you accomplish a goal or finish a project is frowned upon. Every accomplishment in life shoud be celebrated, big or small. I relate well to most people, but I struggle to truly understand those who take everything super-seriously.

I play the piano fairly well, and I sing, although I am by no means capable of making a living at it; partly because I'm not good enough, and partly because I'm terrified to perform in public. However, I still make myself sing in public at every opportunity. I believe it's good to push yourself out of your comfort zone on a regular basis.

P.S. I really like the colour blue.