I’m not a big fan of memes in truth but I AM a big fan of Jay / @cosmicgirlie, the queen of smut, innappropriate tweets and the one person on twitter who with 140 characters (sometimes less) can reduce me to belly aching laughter. Seeing as she was kind enough to tag me because “I would so sleep with her” (meaning me) it would be bloody rude to refuse. Jay has an insane fantastic blog, MochaBeanieMummy you really must have a nosy at by the way (no really!).
So- here is you chance to find out a few things about me you might not have known!
Which living person do you most admire, and why?
*Position Vacant*
The fact that I’m wracking my brain to think of just one person means that there isn’t just one, but a few people. So, if you want to fill that position, please go and do something absolutely mindblowing (in a good way!) then come back and let me know.
When were you happiest
I honestly don’t think I knew what truly happy was until I had the boys. If I had to pick one moment it would have been Xmas day this year, with my two kids, my fab husband, my Mum, Dad, brothers, sisters and their families, at Mum & Dad’s house – sat around the tree, exchanging gifts, laughing and being wrapped in pretty much complete contentment.
What was your most embarrassing moment?
Being 37wks pregnant, with a thrombosed pile, and having to climb up onto a GP’s table to show him the offending um article before being referred to A&E. It wouldn’t have been too bad if he hadn’t looked at my bare bum and said “Oh my, that IS huge”. Meaning the pile obviously!
Aside from property, what’s the most expensive thing you’ve bought?
I’m a bit of a tightwad, the most I have ever paid for anything (other than cars) is £595.99 which is this piece of rubbish laptop which has more than had it’s day and in desperate need of replacement. Any PR companies reading?
What is your most treasured possession?
I now know kids can’t be classed as possessions as that is what Ebay told me when they removed my listing when I tried to sell them.
If the house burned to the ground tomorrow I’d be most gutted to lose my photos, and things that truly can’t be replaced, like the cup my Gran Taylor had made with my name and details on when I was born, and cards and letters from people who are no long here or I no longer see,and the Boys’ boxes with first pictures, hospital tags, weight cards etc. Everything else is replaceable. Ok it’s not ONE thing but I’d be equally gutted to lose any of these.
Where would you like to live?
Right now – here, (Sowerby/Thirsk in North Yorkshire) but in a bigger house (not huge, just bigger) with a smaller better maintained garden, and a cleaner.
What’s your favourite smell?
That smell that is that is the combination of all the chinese takeaway dishes that you smell as you walk past the shop. You could easily bankrupt yourself buying different dishes trying to find THE dish that tastes like that smell. Oh and my freshly bathed babies / kids!
Who would play you in the film of your life?
Julia Roberts – who else?
What is your favourite book?I have read Silent Honour by Danielle Steel approx 8 times, I couldn’t put The Kite Runner by Khaled Hosseini down and have read all 68 Chalet School books at least twice each. My favourite book- it depends on my mood!
What is your most unappealing habit?
I asked my husband this question and he just snorted. I’m not sure what that means.
What would be your fancy dress costume of choice?
I absolutely HATE fancy dress. I would do pretty much anything to avoid dressing up. That said, I did a wicked drunken (very) St Trinian on my hen night. But enough about that….
What is your earliest memory?
When my sister Jodie arrived at our house. Magically of course. I was 2.5yrs and remember being told to “shh” and not “touch/wake the baby” – and promptly poking her in the eye and panicking when she cried. Wuss.
What is your guiltiest pleasure?
Cheese. Oh gawd I love cheese. When young(er) I snuck into the fridge, took a big bite out of the cheddar and put the block back. Damn my perfect teeth – the indentation gave me away instantly.
What do you owe your parents?
My gut reaction is to say “everything” but I don’t think I do, everything I’ve had, from material stuff to support and care has been given unconditionally – I am lucky enough to have that kind of family. (That is not to say I am hugely grateful to them for not being crap, evil, tight parents!).
What or who is the greatest love of your life?
My first and only one-night-stand.
I married him.
What does love feel like?
Like anything is possible, like the whole world would explode if that person/s was taken away, like I am invincible. It can make me just smile, randomly, even when no-one is around.
What was the best kiss of your life?
Well there was this one night stand………….
Which words or phrases do you most overuse?
Lol (online), buggeration, barsteward and whoops (clumsy cow).
What is the worst job you’ve done?
My first job (for 2.5hrs) was as a washer-upper for a really grumpy pair of sods who ran a B&B type place. Hated it!
If you could edit your past, what would you change?
Your past shapes you and you should never regret anything.
That said – if I had a time machine this hairstyle would be the one thing I would go back and change. And yes, I did that willingly.
What is the closest you’ve come to death?
Luckily *touch wood* I have never been seriously ill or had an accident. I won’t pretend to have any idea what it means/feels like to be anywhere near death.
What do you consider your greatest achievement?
Having my two boys. After being told that due to my fertility problems, I would most likely never conceive naturally. I did – three times actually, although one wasn’t to be. Yup two lovely boys…. bit quick to say “Nay” weren’t you quacks! Never a good idea to tell me I can’t have something I want – ask the hubby!
When did you last cry, and why?
This morning, at about 5am, just for a minute. Why? No bloody idea – sodding hormones!
How do you relax?
Curling up with the hubby, writing, watching DIY/home makeover shows, reading, tweeting!
What single thing would improve the quality of your life?
Honestly? A higher income. I know it’s not very British to talk money but there are things I’d like I can’t afford. Rather than whining about it though, I am working my ass off to do something about it!
What is the most important lesson life has taught you?
Respect yourself. No-one else will respect you if you can’t respect yourself.
Now to tag people – *rubs hands together*.
