From blaze_love_fire
Leave me a comment telling me your all time favourite word, in any language.
I'll respond by ignoring your favorite word and asking you five questions so I can get to know you better.
Update your journal with the answers to the questions
Include this explanation in the post and offer to ask other people questions.
1. When did you start questioning/figuring out your spirituality (what was the catalyst?)
I don't think I ever remember NOT questioning my faith. I grew up in an odd religious environment...on one hand very strict Roman Catholic, and on the other hand rebellious of set ideals. Although things got really serious sometime in highschool when I realized there was more to God than an institution. I did a serious nosedive into Wicca for some years. But questioned bits of that road soon enough....something still missing. Timultuous times usually bring us back to the faith of our fathers when we haven't grasped deep into ourselves just yet.....and I found myself hungry for more. That led me to evangelical Christianity for a time, but then right back to where I started, just with lessons learned. In reality, I am still questioning. So, I guess there was no ONE catalyst, but maybe a thousand mini catalysts making a journey to find my soul.
I love Christianity as an expression of faith. Hate it as an Institution and Political force. I like Witchcraft as an expression of self, but find something lacking in it. I'm still trying to fill in the gaps, find all the pieces. I'll let you know when I figure it out.
2. What is your favorite brand or flavor of coffee?
I have a fondness for extra bold, flavorful, often air dried bean....common in South Pacific. And yet, my absolute favorite coffee is from South America, which I'm normally not a fan of. Guatemalan Casi Cielo, which was designed as a dessert coffee, rich in chocolate nuttiness. Same for all Guatemalan coffee. I'm a tad biased to Starbucks, being that I work there, but I'll try anything.
3. If you could live anywhere in the world, where would it be and why?
Ireland...or Scotland or England. I've always been a huge fan of the Celtic Isles, the beer, culture....sometimes the food IF it's made right......aw hell, I ADORE Irish breakfast and blood sausage. But there's more to it than a meat, potato, beer diet. The people are genuine, friendly, open, love a good drink and laugh. The live in a world rich in history, with pubs older than my country. English as a main language doesn't hurt either. I have a genetic history there. But for some sick reason, and not just because of my pale skin, light eyes and red-esque hair.......i really do LOOK like I'm from these places. Even faked it successfully in Paris to avoid the nasty stereotyping against Americans. And I actually love the weather. Not too much sunlight. Cool. And I actually like the rain, and cold (I did learn to ski at 4, afterall) It's a place not too concerned with the extreme beauty standards found here, unless of course you're in London, and the Natural State of things, maybe preferred.
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4. What is the best thing about your relationship with your Soldier?
The way he's there for me in many ways I'd least expect, the way he roots for me in tough times, the way he supports me. There are days when I'll freak about something and worry that he'll be mad, and everything ends up being Okay....he loves me despite my klutziness, the way he offers to champion my honor when I feel slighted by life. The way he loves me when I most need love.
5. What season do you like best?
mmmmmm...definatley Autumn. I absolutely adore the crisp air, softness. The storm clouds from late summer just beginning to fade along with the Saint Louis humidity, leaves and change, and best of all: SWEATERS!!!! And did I mention GREAT food? Cute Clothes? Reasons to be warm, snuggly and generous with our love toward friends.
I'll respond by ignoring your favorite word and asking you five questions so I can get to know you better.
Update your journal with the answers to the questions
Include this explanation in the post and offer to ask other people questions.
1. When did you start questioning/figuring out your spirituality (what was the catalyst?)
I don't think I ever remember NOT questioning my faith. I grew up in an odd religious environment...on one hand very strict Roman Catholic, and on the other hand rebellious of set ideals. Although things got really serious sometime in highschool when I realized there was more to God than an institution. I did a serious nosedive into Wicca for some years. But questioned bits of that road soon enough....something still missing. Timultuous times usually bring us back to the faith of our fathers when we haven't grasped deep into ourselves just yet.....and I found myself hungry for more. That led me to evangelical Christianity for a time, but then right back to where I started, just with lessons learned. In reality, I am still questioning. So, I guess there was no ONE catalyst, but maybe a thousand mini catalysts making a journey to find my soul.
I love Christianity as an expression of faith. Hate it as an Institution and Political force. I like Witchcraft as an expression of self, but find something lacking in it. I'm still trying to fill in the gaps, find all the pieces. I'll let you know when I figure it out.
2. What is your favorite brand or flavor of coffee?
I have a fondness for extra bold, flavorful, often air dried bean....common in South Pacific. And yet, my absolute favorite coffee is from South America, which I'm normally not a fan of. Guatemalan Casi Cielo, which was designed as a dessert coffee, rich in chocolate nuttiness. Same for all Guatemalan coffee. I'm a tad biased to Starbucks, being that I work there, but I'll try anything.
3. If you could live anywhere in the world, where would it be and why?
Ireland...or Scotland or England. I've always been a huge fan of the Celtic Isles, the beer, culture....sometimes the food IF it's made right......aw hell, I ADORE Irish breakfast and blood sausage. But there's more to it than a meat, potato, beer diet. The people are genuine, friendly, open, love a good drink and laugh. The live in a world rich in history, with pubs older than my country. English as a main language doesn't hurt either. I have a genetic history there. But for some sick reason, and not just because of my pale skin, light eyes and red-esque hair.......i really do LOOK like I'm from these places. Even faked it successfully in Paris to avoid the nasty stereotyping against Americans. And I actually love the weather. Not too much sunlight. Cool. And I actually like the rain, and cold (I did learn to ski at 4, afterall) It's a place not too concerned with the extreme beauty standards found here, unless of course you're in London, and the Natural State of things, maybe preferred.
,
4. What is the best thing about your relationship with your Soldier?
The way he's there for me in many ways I'd least expect, the way he roots for me in tough times, the way he supports me. There are days when I'll freak about something and worry that he'll be mad, and everything ends up being Okay....he loves me despite my klutziness, the way he offers to champion my honor when I feel slighted by life. The way he loves me when I most need love.
5. What season do you like best?
mmmmmm...definatley Autumn. I absolutely adore the crisp air, softness. The storm clouds from late summer just beginning to fade along with the Saint Louis humidity, leaves and change, and best of all: SWEATERS!!!! And did I mention GREAT food? Cute Clothes? Reasons to be warm, snuggly and generous with our love toward friends.