Tuesday, August 23, 2011

Confessions

**THIS IS NOT ANOTHER REAL HOUSEWIVES POST. I PROMISE** 

I am an introvert. I spend far too much time “in my head.” I keep a lot of things close to the vest, so to speak. However, this little blog has given me a small, yet delightful opportunity to let the voice inside of me get a little talk time. 

 

While I may not know many of my readers in “real” life. The virtual world is a community, and a warm and welcoming one at that.


Today, instead of a paleo recipe, I am going to tell reveal 3 things about me that few, if any, know about me. I welcome you to join me in this very cathartic confessional!

1)      I have already told you of my adoration, and vast collection, of shoes (high heels to be specific). What you do not know, is that I have a bizarre attachment to these shoes. I have a very difficult time parting with my shoes once they reach the point where they should go to “the place we shall not name” {The waste basket}. To me shoes are like tangible pictures that carry special moments and memories of my past. I can tell you stories that surround each and every pair of my shoes. (I promise I am not crazy, just a little sentimental at times). Over the weekend I discovered that one of my beloved pairs is showing signs that they are quickly approaching old age. 



When I walk they sound like chalk scraping the sidewalk because the heel is so worn. I love these shoes with all of my heart. These are the first and only thing I own with animal print. They were my touch of trendy/whimsy in an almost glaringly conservative wardrobe. 



Does anyone know if cobblers still exist? Because I must find one ASAP!

2)      I am a very low-maintenance type of person. I am the youngest child—but never was I ever “the baby.” I was the “you must go with the flow” kid. I can get ready in 5 minutes. I just recently discovered the use of eye-liner. I have never been scared of a little mud or rain. With this being said, I am THAT Starbuck’s person that orders the insanely specific drink. 



This right here is a short, extra-hot, non-fat, no whip, no foam Hot Chocolate. For real. Would I ever order this at any other place in the world—no way! Would I ever order this in front of anyone I know—no way! However, Starbucks basically bred me to do this. With options comes possibilities, and I have never been one to waste the potential to order the best drink in the whole wide world (please see my 5 adjective hot beverage).  I am looking forward to this winter when I will have to bring my own coconut milk to tack on another adjective!

3)      I am a Paleo eater. Clearly, this is not my revelation. This means I avoid grains, dairy, soy, and legumes while instead eating fruit, veggies, meat, and healthy fats (coconut and avocado).  I have been plagued with awful stomach aches for the past decade and for the first time in my life I feel better! I eat this way because it makes me feel good and because my body clearly has a problem with grains, dairy, etc.

With that being said: I, Sally Anne, am absolutely 100% addicted to Trader Joe’s semi-sweet chocolate chips. 



Obviously, you see that I hoard them. The problem is that we live an hour away from the closest Trader Joe’s. Thus, I stalk up whenever we visit a place that is blessed with a TJ’s. Nestle, Hershey, Baker’s , Guittard, Ghirardelli—none of them beats Trader Joe’s—and I would know because I have tried them all! I eat a handful of chocolate chips EVERY. SINGLE. DAY. They do not hurt my stomach, so I see no reason to stop!

Phew. That feels good to get off of my chest.

 Do you have any confessions or little tidbits about yourself to share?

7 comments:

  1. Mmm, chocolate chips! I'm on my last few days of whole30, this is such a tease. :) I just picked up some maple syrup to enjoy some coconut pancakes this wknd and now I'm thinking I need to pick up some dark chocolate chips too. Also, cute shoes! I love the red with leopard. I may or may not have had a huge obsession with leopard once upon a time. :)

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  2. Oh, and for the past year I've been nagging starbucks to hop on the almond milk and coconut milk craze. Hopefully sometime soon!

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  3. I am so with you on the shoe situation.. I refuse to throw any away. (when I was still in high school my mom had to hide a pair from me because they were so old and she thought I shouldn't be wearing them anymore. I just got them back this summer.. hah!). Confession about myself? umm it's august and I really wish I could decorate for Christmas. I'm not sure if that's much of a confession, but people judge me :)

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  4. I'm very similar... natural introvert (unless around friends). And I keep most emotions and things to myself. I also am extremely low maintenance... I can shower and be ready to head out the door in less than 10 minutes all together.
    Confession hmm... I don't really want to ever work a "real" job with a schedule. I really am searching for a job that is flexible and low key. Is it bad that I don't want to "work hard"? I don't know, but I like a slow paced life.

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  5. Meredith-- I love Christmas decorations, too! However, right now I am too distracted by accumulating massive amounts of fall decorations!

    Katie--I love you confession! I think it is awesome that you know what kind of job fits your personality! Right now I am teaching online courses due to my husband's wonky navy schedule and it is wonderfully flexible! I don't know if I will ever want to leave my "virtual" classroom! :)

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  6. haha i love that you're addicted to TJ's chocolate chips!!

    i love high heels too..like really high heels..they're so impractical and KILL my feet...but so cute!

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  7. Amy,

    I totally agree--the higher the heel, the better the shoe! :) I know my feet are going to revolt in a few years, but I am going to enjoy it now! :)

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