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Re-entry. I’ve elaborated more, and I hope it’s suitable!
If you could change one thing about the world, what would it be? I think the one thing I would change would be compassion, if I had to choose just ONE thing. I think that because of all the hurt in the world that everyone needs to think a little bit less about themselves, and a little bit more about others. I’ve been one of those people who like to go help out at homeless shelters, and do what I can to help people live better lives. Even if it’s a kind word to someone who seems down or a smile to a stranger. A little bit goes a long way.
What makes a person respectable? Okay, well, if we're talking about what makes it so I can respect a person, the main thing is if I'm respected by that person, first and foremost. I think if someone sticks up for their friends, is there for you when you need it, generous, kind, and friendly, then I can respect them. I also think a good sense of humor, an open mind, and a big heart come in handy. :) I think of one of my best friends when I think of a respectable person, because she is the epitome of respectful. She’s blunt, but nice about it. Even if the truth hurts, she’s going to tell you, and I really respect that because in the end, I’d rather know the truth than have lies shoved at me just to make me feel better.
What do you look for in a friend? Look above. No, really. I think to have friends, you have to be a friend. You have to make your friends a priority, you have to be there for your friends, and you have to have things in common. I think bonding experiences are a must, and the ability to have fun with your friends is HUGE. If you can't have fun with your friends, what kind of friendship is it? Also, and this is the biggie, trust. I have to be able to trust my friends. I also have to be able to be around my friends longer than a few hours without wanting to smack them because they’re being ignorant or just annoying. I really need to know I can count on my friends. If I’m having a bad night, or if I need a ride home from a bar at midnight, I need to know that if I call my friend, they’re not going to yell at me, but come and get me because they want me to be safe.
What are your hobbies? I love to read, I play the violin (15 years and counting), goof around online, sing, knit, do graphics, and watch movies. I may be boring in my hobbies, but I'm fun to be around. :) I also give really good massages. I’m licensed, actually, and I usually don’t mind giving one if I’m bored.
Have or would you give time and money to a charity? I have, and I would again in a heartbeat. I actually volunteer at homeless shelters, do Habitat for Humanity, and other stuff like that. It’s really important to me to give to others and make sure they know I really do care for them.
What is the one thing you would most like to accomplish? The one thing? Can I combine two? LOL I'd love to be a wife and a mother. That'd make my life complete, really. Finding the man of my dreams, falling in love, marrying him and starting a family. That would be contentment for me.
Who is your role model? My mom. I really admire her and what she's accomplished in her life. I actually wrote an essay for something else that talked about her and why I respect her. Here’s a little excerpt:
She was first married at the age of 18. This was to be her first husband, who ended up beating her, and throwing her through a slider door. Her scars have since healed, and she moved on. Then she met and married my father. Granted, he didn’t make her much happier, but at least he wasn’t beating her. They produced my brother, and stayed married for the next 13 years. They adopted me when my brother was 5, and divorced when I was 8.
My mother has always tried to instill in me that whatever I wanted to do, I could do on my own. I didn’t have to be married to do it, and quite frankly, being married would mean a sacrifice on the things I want to accomplish. She showed me by example. After the divorce, she worked two jobs, was raising two young children, and putting herself through college all at the same time. True, she would have had help if she had been married, but the man who was my father was against her working or educating herself. So she took her independent spirit, and followed her dreams. She became a teacher, got her master’s degree, and all the while, kept food on the table, clothes on our back, and love in our hearts. There were many times that she had to grow our food in her garden. She made friends with the meat locker guy so he would tell her when someone hadn’t paid their locker bill on time, and he would give us all the meat in it for free. She made friends with the produce guy at the grocery store, and he would give us produce that was being pulled. She did so many things out of love that I couldn’t ever thank her enough.
What trait most annoys you about other people? Selfishness. I mean, if someone can only think of themselves, it really irritates me. Probably because I'm just the opposite. I always try to put others before myself, and sometimes that’s not such a good thing.
What do you want to do for a living? Well, I'm doing what I want to do. I'm a medical assistant. I love it because I can help people feel better.
If your friend was attacked (by a person, animal, or (in the magic world) beast), what would you do? I'd be willing to put my life on the line to save them, and do what it takes to make sure they’re safe. It's really in my nature to want to rescue people, whether it be emotionally, or physically.
Would you ever use an Unforgivable Curse for any reason? This makes me think of the scene in OotP when Harry is dueling with Bellatrix, and he tries to use the Cruciatus Curse on her. I recall how it almost worked, but didn’t, because he didn’t mean it enough. I’m thinking of how upset he was, how enraged, how hurt, how tormented he was that Sirius’ killer was right there before him and he wanted to hurt her like he was hurting. And yet it backfired, because he didn’t have it in him. I’m thinking that would be the same for me, since I don’t think I’d ever have the guts to purposely hurt anyone. I apologize too much if I step on someone’s toe accidentally. However. If someone I love is in danger, this changes, and I’d be ready and willing to whoop some tail. But back to the Unforgivable Curse… I don’t know that I’d have it in me.
What do you think are your top five abilities or qualities? I'll try to categorize them for you.
I'm compassionate. I tend to take care of people, and not worry about myself at all.
I stand up for what I believe in. If there's something that I believe in that needs support, I'm there. That goes for people, causes, and morals/beliefs.
I'm fun. I tend to get silly, goofy, and like to have a good time wherever I am. I also tend to be the one who makes jokes at inopportune times, sometimes. I'm kind of a performer, so I like to be center of attention sometimes, too. But not all the time.
I'm strong. In my line of work, I have to see all kinds of things that most normal people would shy away from or be squeamish about, but I'm not freaked out by it.
I know when to keep my mouth shut. That's pretty self-explanatory.
What do you think are your top five weaknesses or worst qualities?
I'm emotional. Meaning I tend to follow my gut, but get caught up in things emotionally, and get sensitive about things, sometimes to a fault.
I can be too honest. Not hurtfully, but sometimes things fly out of my mouth before I get a chance to even think about it or the consequences.
I'm lazy. Like, really. If I could stay in bed all day, I would.
I can be critical. Sometimes I feel like I can be critical of others, but it's quite rare. Usually I'll think it in my head, and then it passes.
I'm human. I make mistakes. It happens. *shrugs*
Define in your own words the following key traits:
Courage: When you find the way to do something that everything in your body tells you not to. When you know you might die, get severely injured, or lose something of yourself doing it, but you do it because you know it's right.
Loyalty: Being there when you're needed by your friend(s). Not going back on your word, and the ability to be trustwrothy.
Intelligence: It can either be book smarts or street smarts. Knowledge, wisdom, etc.
Ambition: Having dreams, drive, motivation.
Name: Heather
Age: 25
What house do you think DOESN'T fit you? Ya know, I'm going to pull a Harry and say "Not Slytherin."
Where did you find out about us? A friend's journal who is also looking to be sorted.
If you could change one thing about the world, what would it be? I think the one thing I would change would be compassion, if I had to choose just ONE thing. I think that because of all the hurt in the world that everyone needs to think a little bit less about themselves, and a little bit more about others. I’ve been one of those people who like to go help out at homeless shelters, and do what I can to help people live better lives. Even if it’s a kind word to someone who seems down or a smile to a stranger. A little bit goes a long way.
What makes a person respectable? Okay, well, if we're talking about what makes it so I can respect a person, the main thing is if I'm respected by that person, first and foremost. I think if someone sticks up for their friends, is there for you when you need it, generous, kind, and friendly, then I can respect them. I also think a good sense of humor, an open mind, and a big heart come in handy. :) I think of one of my best friends when I think of a respectable person, because she is the epitome of respectful. She’s blunt, but nice about it. Even if the truth hurts, she’s going to tell you, and I really respect that because in the end, I’d rather know the truth than have lies shoved at me just to make me feel better.
What do you look for in a friend? Look above. No, really. I think to have friends, you have to be a friend. You have to make your friends a priority, you have to be there for your friends, and you have to have things in common. I think bonding experiences are a must, and the ability to have fun with your friends is HUGE. If you can't have fun with your friends, what kind of friendship is it? Also, and this is the biggie, trust. I have to be able to trust my friends. I also have to be able to be around my friends longer than a few hours without wanting to smack them because they’re being ignorant or just annoying. I really need to know I can count on my friends. If I’m having a bad night, or if I need a ride home from a bar at midnight, I need to know that if I call my friend, they’re not going to yell at me, but come and get me because they want me to be safe.
What are your hobbies? I love to read, I play the violin (15 years and counting), goof around online, sing, knit, do graphics, and watch movies. I may be boring in my hobbies, but I'm fun to be around. :) I also give really good massages. I’m licensed, actually, and I usually don’t mind giving one if I’m bored.
Have or would you give time and money to a charity? I have, and I would again in a heartbeat. I actually volunteer at homeless shelters, do Habitat for Humanity, and other stuff like that. It’s really important to me to give to others and make sure they know I really do care for them.
What is the one thing you would most like to accomplish? The one thing? Can I combine two? LOL I'd love to be a wife and a mother. That'd make my life complete, really. Finding the man of my dreams, falling in love, marrying him and starting a family. That would be contentment for me.
Who is your role model? My mom. I really admire her and what she's accomplished in her life. I actually wrote an essay for something else that talked about her and why I respect her. Here’s a little excerpt:
She was first married at the age of 18. This was to be her first husband, who ended up beating her, and throwing her through a slider door. Her scars have since healed, and she moved on. Then she met and married my father. Granted, he didn’t make her much happier, but at least he wasn’t beating her. They produced my brother, and stayed married for the next 13 years. They adopted me when my brother was 5, and divorced when I was 8.
My mother has always tried to instill in me that whatever I wanted to do, I could do on my own. I didn’t have to be married to do it, and quite frankly, being married would mean a sacrifice on the things I want to accomplish. She showed me by example. After the divorce, she worked two jobs, was raising two young children, and putting herself through college all at the same time. True, she would have had help if she had been married, but the man who was my father was against her working or educating herself. So she took her independent spirit, and followed her dreams. She became a teacher, got her master’s degree, and all the while, kept food on the table, clothes on our back, and love in our hearts. There were many times that she had to grow our food in her garden. She made friends with the meat locker guy so he would tell her when someone hadn’t paid their locker bill on time, and he would give us all the meat in it for free. She made friends with the produce guy at the grocery store, and he would give us produce that was being pulled. She did so many things out of love that I couldn’t ever thank her enough.
What trait most annoys you about other people? Selfishness. I mean, if someone can only think of themselves, it really irritates me. Probably because I'm just the opposite. I always try to put others before myself, and sometimes that’s not such a good thing.
What do you want to do for a living? Well, I'm doing what I want to do. I'm a medical assistant. I love it because I can help people feel better.
If your friend was attacked (by a person, animal, or (in the magic world) beast), what would you do? I'd be willing to put my life on the line to save them, and do what it takes to make sure they’re safe. It's really in my nature to want to rescue people, whether it be emotionally, or physically.
Would you ever use an Unforgivable Curse for any reason? This makes me think of the scene in OotP when Harry is dueling with Bellatrix, and he tries to use the Cruciatus Curse on her. I recall how it almost worked, but didn’t, because he didn’t mean it enough. I’m thinking of how upset he was, how enraged, how hurt, how tormented he was that Sirius’ killer was right there before him and he wanted to hurt her like he was hurting. And yet it backfired, because he didn’t have it in him. I’m thinking that would be the same for me, since I don’t think I’d ever have the guts to purposely hurt anyone. I apologize too much if I step on someone’s toe accidentally. However. If someone I love is in danger, this changes, and I’d be ready and willing to whoop some tail. But back to the Unforgivable Curse… I don’t know that I’d have it in me.
What do you think are your top five abilities or qualities? I'll try to categorize them for you.
I'm compassionate. I tend to take care of people, and not worry about myself at all.
I stand up for what I believe in. If there's something that I believe in that needs support, I'm there. That goes for people, causes, and morals/beliefs.
I'm fun. I tend to get silly, goofy, and like to have a good time wherever I am. I also tend to be the one who makes jokes at inopportune times, sometimes. I'm kind of a performer, so I like to be center of attention sometimes, too. But not all the time.
I'm strong. In my line of work, I have to see all kinds of things that most normal people would shy away from or be squeamish about, but I'm not freaked out by it.
I know when to keep my mouth shut. That's pretty self-explanatory.
What do you think are your top five weaknesses or worst qualities?
I'm emotional. Meaning I tend to follow my gut, but get caught up in things emotionally, and get sensitive about things, sometimes to a fault.
I can be too honest. Not hurtfully, but sometimes things fly out of my mouth before I get a chance to even think about it or the consequences.
I'm lazy. Like, really. If I could stay in bed all day, I would.
I can be critical. Sometimes I feel like I can be critical of others, but it's quite rare. Usually I'll think it in my head, and then it passes.
I'm human. I make mistakes. It happens. *shrugs*
Define in your own words the following key traits:
Courage: When you find the way to do something that everything in your body tells you not to. When you know you might die, get severely injured, or lose something of yourself doing it, but you do it because you know it's right.
Loyalty: Being there when you're needed by your friend(s). Not going back on your word, and the ability to be trustwrothy.
Intelligence: It can either be book smarts or street smarts. Knowledge, wisdom, etc.
Ambition: Having dreams, drive, motivation.
Name: Heather
Age: 25
What house do you think DOESN'T fit you? Ya know, I'm going to pull a Harry and say "Not Slytherin."
Where did you find out about us? A friend's journal who is also looking to be sorted.