I'm just a thirty-something gal enjoying life in the Smoky Mtns. I'm a Christian homeschool mom of three little bears and the doting wife to Tracy for almost 17 years. I'm a computer nerd (That is "nerd" not "geek". Please note the difference) and aspiring photographer. (Yes, I take tons of pics.) I work part-time as a pharmacy technician at a local grocery store. I'm studying to become a Certified Pharmacy Technician. 
100 Fun Facts About Me
1. I was born in Cincinnati, OH. My family moved to the Smoky Mtns. when I was in the 8th grade after many years of vacationing in the area.
2. I accepted Jesus Christ as my Lord and Savior when I was 15 years old.
3. I love to read.
4. I always knew that I would homeschool my children.
5. I love to crochet & knit.
6. I knew the moment I met Tracy that he was ‘The One.’
7. My second toe is longer than my big toe. (just like my dad’s)
8. Speaking of toes, I have ‘monkey toes.’ I can pinch people and pick up things with them.
9. My favorite movie is “Somewhere In Time” with Christopher Reeve & Jane Seymour.
10. DH and I went to Mackinac Island and stayed 2 nights at the Grand Hotel. (We reinacted the ‘Is It You?’ scene from ‘Somewhere In Time’.
11. My mom used to call me Elle Mae because I was always bringing home stray animals.
12. My first job was as a courtesy clerk at Kroger.
13. I find genealogy fascinating.
14. I am not the world’s greatest speller. (I am too dependent on my spell checker.)
15. When I was in Kindergarten, my family took a Greyhound bus from Cincinnati to Oregon to visit my paternal grandparents. That was in 1980 when Mt. Saint Helens erupted.
16. I remember when I was when the Space Shuttle Challenger exploded. (in my 5th grade class.)
17. I am a Barry Manilow fan.
18. I am studying to be a CPht > Certified Pharmacy Technician.
19. In elementary school, no other girl could run faster than me.
20. I taught myself to *play* the piano.
21. My favorite dressing is Ranch.
22. My favorite drink is 1. Sweet Tea or 2. Peach Tea
23. I hate sand, but I love the beach.
24. I voted for Pres. Bush 2 times.
25. Sometimes, I snort when I laugh.
26. One of my favorite tv shows is Andy Griffith.
27. I wish I could travel back in time.
28. I wish I could make myself invisible.
29. My dream car is a canary yellow Mustang convertible.
30. The smell of beans cooking make me want to throw up.
31. I am afraid of heights.
32. I bite my fingernails. (even the acrylic ones.)
33. I sing in the shower.
34. Sometimes, I am afraid of the dark.
35. I am a night owl.
36. I am a procrastinator.
37. I took 4 years of Spanish in high school.
38. I was married 2 months before I graduated high school.
39. I went to college for 1 year.
40. My dh is as handsome today as he was the day I met him.
41. I voted for Clay Aiken.
42. I’ve never been sking (snow or water)
43. I don’t swim in the ocean.
44. I hate horror movies.
45. The mask from the movie ‘Scream’ freaks me out.
46. I was with my great grandmother when she died.
47. I am scared to death of snakes & spiders.
48. I had my tonsils out when I was 26 years old.
49. I have never traveled outside of the country.
50. Fall is my favorite time of the year.
(your 1/2 way there!)
51. I only went to college for one year.
52. I’ve wanted to be a teacher ever since I was a little girl.
53. I still count on my fingers. (obviously, I didn’t want to be a math teacher.)
54. I am a bargin shopper.
55. When I was a girl, I was in love with Bo Duke. (and Kirk Cameron, and Sean Austin…)
56. I am a Goonie.
57. I read Gone With the Wind the summer before my 8th grade.
58. I had my picture made with Dolly Parton.
59. My mom is a beautiful red-head.
60. I worked at Dollywood when I was in high school.
61. I have seen every episode of Star Trek: The Next Generation.
62. I like when Ricky Martin shakes his bon bon.
63. Once, I went on a Business Trip to Nashville with a dear friend from work. We talked so much we lost our voices.
64. Sometimes I talk to fast… (to which my dear mother says, “Breathe, Amy.”)
65. Caffine makes me hyper.
66. I would love to be a photographer.
67. I love to watch lightening off in the distance.
68. My glass is generally 1/2 full.
69. I’m a leader, but I don’t mind to follow.
70. I wish I was a better Christian.
71. I always beat my hubby when we play cards.
72. Dh kicks my butt when we play video games.
73. Pet peeve: Sitting in traffic.
74. I still get emotional whenever I hear the words “Sept. 11″
75. I’ve had 3 c-sections.
76. One of my favorite authors is Nicholas Sparks.
77. I hate ferris wheels.
78. I love to dip my hot french fries in my frosty.
79. My favorite saying: “I never claim to be a professional.”
80. I love to watch old movies.
81. When I look into my daughters eyes, I see myself.
82. I love chocolate.
83. I love wildflowers better than roses.
84. I’m not superstitious.
85. I am a computer geek.
86. I hate when people smoke in restaurants. (or anywhere in public)
87. My kitchen is decorated in apples.
88. I drive a white Plymouth Montana.
89. I couldn’t tell you the last time I shopped at ‘the mall’.
90. I hate Wal-Mart.
91. I love Target.
92. I hate grocery shopping.
93. All of my books are shelved alphabetically by the authors last name, as are my spices.
94. I have a wonderful relationship with my parents.
95. My hubby is the sweetest, kindest, most gentle loving husband and father.
96. My first car was a 1987 red Nissan Sentra, 5 speed, 2 door, hatchback.
97. Dh taught me how to drive a stick shift.
98. I love living in the Mountains.
99. I tend to laugh really loud.
100. I am so thankful for all the blessings that God has given me!
