I crafted this post as a general welcome to new friends. Hi new friends!!! Glad you found me somehow:) I LOOOOOVE the idea of being in touch with the world and that maybe... just maybe something I say connects with anyone on any level. Technology is wonderful that way.

Just to bring you up to speed, I made up a handy chart of usual characters around here:

(Click on it for full size)

I also put together a list of blog posts that I don't completely hate and hopefully neither will you:

Home - A rather emotional trip back to the motherland...

I love you.. - An entry so incredibly difficult to write it brought tears to my eyes

I'm a loser - read all about it here!
The Androgynous Mind - Or as I like to call it: the nerdy side of me

Catharsis - My first poem EVER. I have issues.
Notes to Self - Told you I had issues.

My Vanilla Phobia - CARPE DIEM BABBBYYYYY!

I Only Date Ugly Men - THEORETICALLY.

I write for love, lust, and sometimes for work. I'm finishing up my masters in English Literature and I also teach writing at the local university. To add to that craziness, my BFF and I began Sharkkbait Entertainment Group and we're busy working, producing, and staffing events for several clients. I have an unnatural knowledge of Scotch whisky although I seldom drink it, and I've managed to endure about 10 years as a writer and copy editor (but you can't judge my knowledge of fancy words based on my blog. That doesn't count. No one can't edit their own stuff. It's like giving yourself a haircut... no matter how hard you try, you're bound to miss a spot!). 

I'm a single gal somewhat troubled by the idea of happily ever after although secretly hoping it's actually possible. I'll let you know if those two extremes ever reconciliate... but don't hold your breath. After spending years working to get my life on track and following my bliss all the way, I'm kind of looking for someone who's taken the time to do the same. I'm not expecting perfection but I've come to the conclusion that it all comes down to curiosity. I do require that... and the ability to make banana nut whole wheat pancakes upon request, but let's not get too specific mmmmk?

And last but certainly not least, I love hearing from everyone and keeping in touch, so feel free and quite encouraged to leave a note when you stop by. I promise I read them all and usually reply quickly. Check back to read those replies if you're so inclined.

Well... if you've read this far, you clearly have too much time on your hands but I appreciate you spending it here! Life is wonderful and it's my job to remind you. Hopefully you'll remember rather quickly and pay it forward by spreading the goodness. 

Carpe Diem, Friends!

Helloooooo Newbies!