Some more Random Facts About Me

It's been so long, I have decided maybe it's time for us to get 'reacquainted'. So here are a few random facts about me! 

 1. I have social anxiety

If you're with me in public, you won't always know that I'm having anxiety. I try to fight it, and keep it hidden, but sometimes when the crowd is too large, or the atmosphere too noisy, I start to feel "closed in" or panicky. 

2. I have an unique vocabulary 
If you've ever heard me speak, you'd know what I mean. I use strange phrases and words a lot of people (especially from this side of the nation) don't normally use.
 "Shoot the duck's hind end with a silver bullet." is something I use in place of "oh man" or "Oh no."
I learned it from my mom's side of the family, although everyone had their own variation of it. "Shoot the duck's hind end with a rubber bullet" or simply "Shoot the duck's hind rear." *cough*
 If I'm really feeling it, like, let's say I stub my toe. Out springs from my lips:
"Shoot the duck's hind end with a silver bullet, then fry it in a skillet..." and it goes on from there through clenched teeth.
Other phrases:
"For Pete's sake, Orville." (other folks in my family say this one. My Great-Grandpa's name was Orville)
"Well, slap me up and knock me down and let me lie." (this one isn't as common, but I do say it)
I can't think of any more, but I'm sure my siblings or friends could come up with some.
 I also call people "sugar", "sweetie", or "honey" and the ever-common "children"; a trait I also learned my mother's side.
It can be rather embarrassing when you're out in public with your friends and you let it slip without meaning to.
Daminika: "Should I buy this?"
Me: "You do whatever your little heart desires, honey."
Girls start bickering, and I say, "Calm down, children."
Woman next to is gives me an odd look. Oops.

Also, while we're on the subject, I have a really weird, unique voice. I can't really explain it. Kinda soft, and nasally, and squeaky? Ugh. Anyways, take my word for it. It's different. 

3. I am obsessed with leather bound books

Gold-sprayed edges, heavy duty covers, and pretty designs.
Need I say anymore?

4. I love to sing

I don't do it very often in front of people, but I love to sing. Hymns, country, folk, jazz... it doesn't matter. Music helps me cope, helps me think, and honestly, helps me breathe.


5. I love to go shooting and driving four wheelers
I don't do it very often, but I think it's a lot of fun. I grew up on four wheelers, and will probably never outgrow the sudden ache to jump on one and drive away

6. I suffer from allergies and have trouble sleeping at night


7. I dream of visiting Greece

8. I hate flying
But we all knew that right?

9. I love going to the ocean on a foggy day

10. I love the mountains

11. I dream of owning at least 50 acres someday, with a cabin and a fourwheeler to drive as far and long as I please

12. little things like tea, dark chocolate,  and pretty socks make me happy

13. I love cooking and baking

14. I love stars 

15. I enjoy pinning things on Pinterest for my future home, especially my kitchen 

And that's it! 

 What are some random facts about you? Comment below! I love to hear from you! 

P.S 

 Roses Are Red has a new post up! Go check it out when you have the time <3 

Random Rant//I'm Back?

I’m a Civil War geek, rock-bound Yankee, and Northern supporter from way back, and I’ll explain why:

First of all, despite what anyone may argue, the conflict was centered around the issue of slavery; should people be allowed to own another human being? Was it their right as an American?

 The South will tell you until their blue(or gray) in the face that it was about state rights, but just what right were they fighting for other than the right to choose whether or not they could have slaves?

 Many will argue that had they been allowed to decide it for themselves, eventually they would have abolished the horrific act. But how do they know that?

 If the South intended to eventually free their slaves, then why the sudden panic to secession when a known Anti-Slavery President was elected? (Huge Lincoln nerd, by the way)

 Now I believe in state rights. Each state should be allowed to have their say on certain matters, and vote on laws that they believe need to be addressed.

 But no country or state, on God’s planet, has the right to decide whether they want to keep another human in bondage; that innocent man has a right to his freedom, a right given to him by God Himself, not some state law.

 That is what the Abolitionists of the time were trying to say. It wasn’t the government’s say that made all men free and equal. It was God Almighty’s.

 And these states had no right to demand the “right” to decide.

It’s the same reason I am Pro-Life. No woman has the right to decide whether she can take the life of an unborn child. Because that child has God-given rights, endowed by it’s Creator. And no state, law, or king can say that it is legal and “up to the mother” to take away it’s right to life.

“We hold these truths to be self-evident: that all men are created equal: that they are endowed by their Creator with certain, unalienable rights: that among these are life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness.” The Declaration of Independence, 1776

This does NOT state that all men are free to do whatever they desire, but that they are given the right to life and freedom from fear; no age, sex,(men refers to all mankind) or color was mentioned. And may I also point out that the word 'born' is not used here. 
 Instead they state simply, 'Created'. 

I guess I needed to get a couple things off my chest? lol 
 Here I've been absent for quite a while, and then I come in, swinging both fists. 

I would really like to take up blogging again, but I seem to lost all my followers interest. 

 So.... you all tell me! What were your favorite posts from the past year? What kind of posts would you like see more of? 

I guess I haven't felt the need to write as often because all of my 'writer energy' has been going into my novel (I have finally decided on a name!) Strength in Measure. (taken from the hymn, Day by Day) 

Which as been come along pretty well, actually! 

I love immersing myself in the little world I've created, and seeing where the road takes them (and me!) I've actually met a few characters along the way that I never planned on. 

 It's like my novel has a mind of it's own? 

Anyways, ya'll, I'm back, but whether I'm back to stay is up to you! 

 And if you show enough interest in wanting my jabbering 'fingers' (since technically I'm not talking with my mouth) back, then we'll once again be rockin', rollin' and writin' together! 

Don't let me down! What would you like to see more of?