101 Things About Jen

I've seen this on other people's blogs, and never thought I could come up with 101 things to say...but I was really bored today, and it helped kill some time...

1. I have been on this earth for 28 years, and this last year has been the hardest and the greatest year yet.
2. I have a weakness for cheese.
3. I ran a marathon, and was so happy I did it, it was a life goal, but I'll likely never do it again.
4. My job bores me to tears most days, but I’m ok with this.
5. Sept. 11th is my parents wedding anniversary.
6. When I was 4 years old I was hit by a motorcycle, and the guy who hit me gave me a stuffed bunny to apologize, I never liked that bunny.
7. I am filling this out to pass the time at work, since I have nothing to do, but typing makes me sound busy, I like typing.
8. My older brother and I used to be best friends, but marriage changes a lot of things.
9. I used to dream about being a princess.
10. In high school I was content to not be popular, and to not be made fun of (that I knew about).
11. I wish I would’ve applied myself more in college.
12. My secret dream job is to be an FBI agent.
13. I have a thing for those Highway Patrolmen on motorcycles at the parades in the summers, you know, the guys with the boots.
14. My first kiss was at 18.
15. My first marriage was at 21.
16. My first divorce was at 27.
17. I think as long as we have good intentions, things work out the way they should in life.
18. I once turned in papers to serve an LDS mission.
19. Zion’s National Park is my favorite place in the world, it feels like home.
20. Jr. Mints are very hard to turn down.
21. I love dogs, all dogs, but mostly my dog.
22. Being an Aunt is good for my soul.
23. I like red things, but only in the last year.
24. A lot has changed in the last year.
25. I need a lot of reassurance sometimes.
26. I secretly really love my curly hair.
27. I spend way too much time on myspace and facebook during my work days, I know this, but can't help it.
28. Some people describe me as a hippie or a nature girl, but I think it’s just because I worked at a health food store, and I don’t wear much makeup or ever really fix my hair.
29. My niece Annie can always make me happy.
30. It stinks in here, and I think I know why.
31. I really love my car, and I get excited when it’s clean and shiny.
32. Sometimes not buying something feels better than buying it.
33. My heart can get hurt very easily.
34. I secretly think I’m funny.
35. I wish I was more artistic, but I just don’t think I have that in me.
36. Fall is my absolute favorite season, and I wish it lasted longer.
37. Big giant thunderstorms when you’re safe in your home with nowhere to be, is the best thing ever.
38. Margarita pizza is hands down my favorite.
39. I have a couple of friends to whom I owe my sanity.
40. My mom is a perfect example of being happy with your life, no matter the situation.
41. Sleeping in makes me a happy kid.
42. Given the choice between brown and black, I will always choose brown.

43. My left pinky finger will not straighten all the way, but I still really like my hands.
44. On my 16th birthday, I danced with 5 boys at the stomp.
45. I’ve always wanted someone to throw me a giant surprise party.
46. Getting flowers at work is really sweet, especially when it’s out of the blue.
47. I get excited about getting older.
48. I’m cold right now.
49. I really like drinking tea.
50. Going new places is exciting.
51. Staying in hotels makes me feel fancy.
52. I have a real shy side.
53. I’m struggling to think of more things.
54. I always wished I played the guitar more when I was younger and not the piano.
55. But I love playing the piano.
56. My favorite car when I was 8 was a Pontiac.
57. It’s not anymore.
58. I’m a little nervous about the economy, but figure that everything will be okay in the end.
59. I cannot do a cart-wheel, but my nieces and nephews get a kick out of watching me try.
60. I wonder how many people will read this?
61. Right now, I really want to be on big red (my couch) with my boyfriend’s big sweatshirt on.
62. I have a boyfriend, and he makes me very, very happy.
63. I’m sad religion gets in the way so many times.
64. I wish I had a heritage I could identify with more.
65. I love peanuts in the shell, they remind me of my Dad.
66. Walking into Costco just makes me happy.
67. I would really like to be a mother one day.
68. I have to go to the bathroom.
69. I long for great adventures, but I also long to stay home and watch a movie.
70. The bar scene is incredibly over-rated.
71. I love creepy movies lately, I like being scared.
72. Having a dog is wonderful, but also sometimes a big pain.
73. Tonight I am going to make Pad Thai, and I hope it is yummy.
74. Pad Thai is best with tofu.
75. I don’t see myself living in Utah for the rest of my life.
76. Learning to pick your battles is a valuable lesson.
77. Letting go is hard to do, but feels amazing once you have.
78. I just sneezed.
79. You just know when you love someone, there's no wondering.
80. My older sister always has the best advice when I'm really stumped.
81. My father died when I was 20.
82. I like my name.
83. Doing things on your own feels damn good.
84. I get to go home in 2.5 hours.
85. I don’t think I look good wearing lipstick.
86. If I ever get married again, I want a small wedding and an open bar and live music.
87. I don’t identify with my zodiac sign.
88. I am a cuddler.
89. My mom’s Texas sheet cake is my favorite dessert.
90. Sleeping in a tent, all snuggled up, makes me really happy.
91. I don’t like to go to movies as much as I like watching them at home.
92. TV Series on DVD rule, and HBO makes the best TV.
93. I love having a “crew”.
94. Finding someone that loves your dorky side is the key to happiness in a relationship.
95. I am glad this survey is almost over, but wondering what I will do next.
96. Taking naps during the daytime is a luxury.
97. I don’t like flashy cars, houses, and clothes.
98. I get a huge kick out of yard sales and thrift stores and getting things cheap.
99. Warm people are better than pretty people.
100. I’m surprised I was able to finish this.
101. I prefer beer, jeans, and honky tonk to champange, evening gowns, and jazz.