ABCs (Don't worry, there's only ten)

I was speaking to a fellow blogger yesterday, and we were discussing to whom we like to write. He was telling me he writes to the people he has never met, while I have a tendency to write to those who know me and wish I'd go away.

So, this is a "getting to know me" blog. No, not a "getting to know you" blog. Not everything is about you.

A) First of all, I have big hair. I don't have big hair on purpose, but that's how it grows out of my head. I don't have a lot of choice in the matter. I mention this, because it is sort of a defining characteristic of mine. I got me a whole mess of hair.

B) When I was younger, I used to get compared to several people: Danielle Fishel (Topanga) from Boy Meets World, Daria (I think this had to do with my lack of interest in volleyball during gym), Phoebe from Friends and Jeanine Garofalo. A couple months ago, I was likened to Rene Russo, which I don't see at all, but I ate that up.

C) I like to eat. Now, if you've read almost any of my blogs, this is obvious, but I'm trying to give a thorough introduction. Some of my favorite Lafayette restaurants include Hunter's Pub, Nine Irish Brothers, La Scala, South Street Smokehouse, Scotty's Brewhouse, Basil Thai and Chick-Fil-A (shut up, it still counts).

(In Bloomington, I HIGHLY recommend Mother Bear's Pizza, Runcible Spoon and basically any of the ethnic restaurants downtown that run along 4th Street.)

D) Rarely does a day go by when I don't say or do something stupid. It's like the big hair. I don't have much of a choice in it. The good part is that I usually recognize it when it happens. Usually. Plus, I rather enjoy making an ass out of myself. I figure, it happens so often, I may as well get used to it and learn to take pleasure in it.

E) While I'm generally nonconfrontational and open-minded, I do have a strong opinion or two. For example, Pepe's sucks. I won't eat there and you can't make me. The New York Yankees are the source of all that is wrong and evil in this world, The Fray is one of the worst bands to ever assault my ears and whenever I finish a Steinbeck novel, I hate myself just a little.

F) Though I went to IU and loved it, I harbor no ill will toward Purdue. In fact, as far as I can tell, most IU attendees are pretty passive about the whole rivalry. Now, that could be due to IU's dismal athletic record within the last 10 years, but I think it's just the Bloomington mentality of not getting worked up about much, except maybe a free burrito coupon from Chipotle.

G) Moonstruck and Bull Durham are two of my favorite movies.

H) I do not appreciate people who can dish it out but can't take it. While I often sling out my fair share of sass, I don't like to hurt anyone's feelings and try to be aware of this. However, if you toss all of your piss and vinegar my way and expect me to just take it, think again, punk.

I) Baby talk, mayonnaise and Kathy Griffin make me want to vomit 90% of the time.

J) I prefer a full moon on a clear night to a sunset or (God forbid) a sunrise.

I think that should suffice as an introduction, and I encourage all of you to share some of your thoughts and opinions. I mean, I might delete your comment if I don't like what you say, but feedback is still encouraged!