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| Well, things have somewhat slowed down here at Cannon Music Camp...therefore, a survey!
10 Real Random Facts About You
1 = I love organizing...especially music...seriously, put me in the band library & I'm set
2 = I have a music crush on Keith Lockhart
3 = At one point in time, I wanted to be an interior designer
4 = I am easily amused, and love corny jokes
5 = I had no desire to teach until my first year at Cannon, the summer before my junior year of HS
6 = I'm quite OCD about random things
7 = I must have at least 10 hours of sleep in order to fully function
8 = I might possibly have the strangest Ipod ever...
9 = I have very little patience, and I can also be stubborn and intolerant
10 = I overthink everything
9 WAYS TO WIN MY HEART
1 = CHOCOLATE!!!
2 = Possess a sense of humor
3 = Be honest...about everything
4 = At least have an appreciation for music
5 = Be patient...I'm moody, and can sometimes be a major bitch (most of the time it's unintentional)
6 = Respect me
7 = Understand my workaholic tendencies...just because I'm busy doesn't mean I don't want to be around you
8 = Like cats and/or dogs
9 = Don't try to change me or compete with me
8 THINGS I CARRY/WEAR EVERYDAY
1 = My HS class ring...hopefully that will be changed to an ASU ring soon
2 = Watch
3 = Wallet
4 = Chapstick! I lost it this morning for about an hour, and almost lost my mind
5 = Underwear
6 = Something comfortable...I'm not into suffering for the sake of fashion
7 = Cell phone
8 = Breath mints...necessary for reed breath...lol
7 THINGS THAT ANNOY ME
1 = Kiss-asses
2 = Change...no, not the coins
3 = Sneaky kids
4 = Laziness
5 = People who make noise during concerts
6 = Small children
7 = Lack of order
6 STATES I'VE VISITED
1 = Illinois
2 = Florida
3 = Georgia
4 = Virginia (hated it!)
5 = Pennsylvania (hated it as well!)
6 = South Carolina
5 THINGS I WANT TO DO BEFORE I DIE
1 = Give London another shot/tour Europe
2 = Get married...eventually
3 = Have a great band program, where kids are actually LEARNING
4 = Get my doctorate
5 = Find contentment
4 THINGS I'M AFRAID OF
1 = Heights
2 = Snakes/worms...really anything that slithers
3 = Bidets
4 = Revolving doors
3 THINGS I DO EVERYDAY
1 = Eat!
2 = Take a shower
3 = Brush my teeth
2 THINGS I'M TRYING NOT TO DO NOW
1 = Work on Theatre homework
2 = Fall asleep....ugh
1 PERSON I WANT TO SEE NOW
1 = Eh, there are very few people I wouldn't want to see right now, so I couldn't pick just one
Hi, my name is: Lauren
When I'm nervous: I lose all common sense
The last song I listened to: Theme from "The Jeffersons"
If I were to get married right now my best man/woman would be: Either my sister or Sethie!
By this time next year: I will soon be approaching my first year as a band director (AHH!!)
I have a hard time understanding: the laws of physics...lol
If I won an award, the first person I would tell: would be my mom
Take my advice: take summer classes! Especially online ones!
Most recent thing I've bought myself: food, I guess
Most recent thing someone else bought me: Hmm...my parents just deposited some money for rent...does that count?
My favorite hair style is: I liked the one I had last spring, but marching band calls for a simpler ponytail
My middle name is: Nicole
In the morning I: drag myself out of bed
Last night I was: watching tv
If I was an animal I'd be: a cat
A better name for me would be: I always thought I'd be a good Alex
Tomorrow I am: working at CMC
Tonight I am: waiting around until "lights out" so I can go to bed!
The 7 people I miss the most are: Again with the numbering of people! See above...
My favorite color(s) is: green
My heart is: beating, so that's good
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| Yeah, so....here's another survey...deal with it, they amuse me....
1. Initials:
LNW
2. Name someone with the same birthday as you:
Justin Smith (woot Jan. 16 people!)
3. When was your last kiss?
I don't even remember...Seth probably licked me at some point recently...lol
4. For or against same sex marriage?
personally against it, but for most people I don't think it's any of my business
6. are you bisexual?
nope
7. do you believe in God?
absolutely
8. how many US states have you been to?
umm...about 7
9. how many of the US states have you lived in?
Just good ol' NC
10. have you ever lived outside the US?
Nope
11. name something you like physically about yourself:
My eyes...dark & mysterious...lol
12. name something non physical you like about yourself:
I think I have a good sense of humor
13. what is the current rumor traveling around about someone?
I heard something about your mom...she's pretty much a whore...lol
14. what is your dream car?
I'd love to have a Corvette, but there are lots of other cars I like...Mazda CX-9, Volks. Toureg
15. if you could go anywhere in the world, where would you go?
I'd love to go back to Chicago, but I'd also like to try London again
16. have you ever had someone of the opposite sex over at your house while your parents were gone?
yeah, but it was Seth....so does that really count?
17. how many concerts have you gone to?
too many to count....the Eastern Phil. concert last Sunday rocked...my....world....Evelyn Glennie is official my hero
18. do you download music?
Not really, I'm not technologically minded
19. how many illegal things have you done?
I pretty sure speeding has been my worst offence
20. where would you want to go on a first date?
probably some type of concert...less awkward silences that way...lol
21. Would you date the person who posted this:
um, no...cause it was my sister...lol
22. has anyone ever sang or played for you personally?
for me personally? umm...I'm sure at some point, but nothing comes to mind....unless you count goofing off in the practice rooms
23. ever been kissed under fireworks?
nope
24. Do you like president Bush?
eh, i don't really follow politics...i'm pretty apathetic about the whole thing
25. have you ever bungee jumped?
no way...heights & I are like oil & water
27. have you ever crashed a car?
nope, but I have had someone run into me...lame
28. has anyone more than 10 years older than you hit on you?
oh yeah...they're called "salesmen at conventions"...lol
29. have you met a real redneck?
golly! a real live redneck?! oh yeah, I'm surrounded
30. are you interested in anyone right now?
I'm interested in your face.....OHHH!!!
31. what song are you listening to right now?
nothing right now, cause it's "lights out"...I don't want to wake my girls up
32. what is your current favorite song?
um, probably "Carry on Wayward Son" by Kansas (hooray score study for marching band! lol)
33. what was the last movie you watched?
It's been awhile since I watched a movie, I haven't really had the time to sit down & watch anything...probably some tv movie
34. who was the last person that told you they loved you?
My mom
35. where was the last place you went besides your house?
Music Building, to set up for Symphonic Band tomorrow...at 11:30 at night....woot
36. have you ever seriously vandalized someone elses property?
no way, I'm way too much of a goody-goody for that
37. ever hit someone of the opposite sex?
oh yeah, all the time
39. whats the first thing you notice about the opposite sex?
probably their eyes or their sense of humor
41. what do you usually order from starbucks?
hot chocolate...not a coffee fan...and some of their marble cake, if they've got it....yum!
44. tell something totally weird about yourself:
I love filing things...organization is awesome!
45. do you have an i-pod?
yes, and I absolutely adore it
46. has anyone ever said you looked like a celebrity?
yeah, a guy in my ed psych class last session said I looked like a woman on NCSI...but I didn't really agree with him on that...I also get that I look like Baby in "Dirty Dancing"...i don't really see that either
47. do you still watch kiddy movies or tv show?
sometimes, i'll admit it
48. do you have braces?
nope
49. are you comfortable with your height?
sure, it works for me
51. when do you know its love?
hell if I know
52. do you speak any other languages besides English?
a little spanish, and I'm fluent in music...lol
53. what kind of alcohol do you enjoy while out?
I don't drink...I would like to remember my college days
54. what magazines do you read?
The Instrumentalist....pretty much "Rolling Stone" for band directors...lol
55. have you ever ridden in a limo?
Yep, just about every year in high school for prom
56. has anyone you were close with passed away?
No one I was extremely close to
58. whats something that really annoys you?
right now, lack of sleep...that & people that think I only got my scholarship because I play an instrument that isn't very popular...I didn't work my ass off for you to demean my abilities....ugh, don't get me started
59. what's something you really like?
right now, Dr. Pepper & M&M's
60. do you like Michael Jackson?
i don't know him personally, but his music is pretty kickin
61. can you dance?
eh, I get by
62. have you ever surfed?
nope
63. do you know how to pump gas?
yep, but it wasn't until I started driving
64. do you drive?
Oh yes, and I love it
65. what was the latest you have ever stayed up?
probably about 4am
66. have you ever thought you were honestly going to die?
"he thought....he was going....to die"...lol, sorry, inside joke....um, can't say I have
67. were you ever rushed by an ambulance into the emergency room?
nope, thank goodness
68. have you ever been dared to do something you didn't want to do?
well, yeah, but i didn't do it, so it's kind of a moot point...lol
69. What do you think of the person who posted this before you?
she's awesome! | | |
| Well, it's almost two months later...time for a survey!
1) Who is the biggest dumbass you know?
Oh wow...I know so many...lol
2) What is your favorite kind of cheese?
cheddar I guess...I loves me some cheese
3) What county were you born in?
Rutherford
4) Automatic or Manual?
Automatic...there's no way I could drive a manual, I'd get too distracted
5) Does tequila make your clothes fall off?
I'm sure it would, that's why I refrain
6) What is the biggest piece of furniture you own?
Either my bed or my couch
7) Have you ever licked the cheese off a Dorito & not eaten it?
Oh yes...quite lovely
8) What song would you like to be listening to right now?
Something by Journey...woot
9) Innie or outie?
Innie
10) What's the name of the last movie(s) you rented?
Wow, it has been a looooong time...I honestly can't remember
11) Do you know anyone you would like to get in trouble in one way or
another, or play a prank on as long as you were never found out?
Considering my love for messing up Dr. T's desk when he's not looking, yes, no doubt...I don't know about getting someone in trouble, that seems kinda messed up
12) If so, what would you do?
Hehe...something not involving right angles
13) Are you a tactful person?
When I need to be...lol
14) Have you ever told someone they didn't look bad when they asked when they actually did look bad?
No, I'm generally pretty honest when it comes to stuff like that
15) Do you question the norm?
Sometimes
?donde esta 16?
17) Are you guilty of handing out unsolicited advice?
No way....I'm the world's worst at giving advice & avoid it at all costs
18) Do you prefer to give or receive presents?
I'm getting to where I like to give more than receive...must be getting older
19) Have you ever ridden a horse?
yes...not really a huge fan
20) Do you own a deep fat fryer (like a fry-daddy)?
I don't, but I think my mom might still own one
21) Do you like the smell of Ketchup?
Not particularly...especially McDonald's ketchup...blah!
22) Have you ever regifted anyone?
I don't think so....but I've been tempted
23) Have you ever eaten escargot?
No way....ugh
24) Are you an impulsive person?
Sometimes...especially when I speak before I think...lol
25) Have you ever commited a Random Act Of Kindness?
Sure
26) How many pairs of shoes do you own?
Oh goodness...15 maybe? If you count slippers
27) Do you read shampoo bottle, etc. in the shower or bathtub?
Yep
28) Does it bother you when someone you know, other than your family
members, feels free to just walk in your house without knocking?
Not really...that way I don't have to get up to answer the door...lol
29) Do you know anyone who has the uncanny ability to be able to (accurately) finish your sentences?
Oh yes, quite a few....and it is creepy
30) Where would you live if you could live anywhere?
Chicago was cool, I'd go with that....or some beach, anywhere
31) What job wouldn't you want?
Elementary teacher....ugh
32) If you could own your own company or business, what kind would it be?
Some type of music store probably
33) How many pets do you have?
5
34) Have you ever had a "Fling"?
nope, can't say I have
35) Nachos or Pretzels?
nachos...all the way
36) Do you think Brad & Angelina will last?
Well, they've lasted this long...more power to them
37) Do you care?
About what?
38) Who makes you laugh the most?
Any and all of my friends
39) Do you consider yourself a beautiful person on the inside?
Yep
40) Do think Michael Jackson is a freak or just misunderstood?
Oh, definite freak...yep
41) If you could be on any reality show, which one would it be?
I'd have to go with Real World...I mean honestly, how entertaining would it be to have a band geek on that show? lol
42) Do you like lightning bugs?
They're cool
43) Have you ever had sex on a trampoline?
Um....no
44) Have you ever had to have an enema?
No, thank goodness
45) Have you ever gotten an autograph from a professional athlete?
I don't think so
46) Who is the biggest slut you know (male or female)?
Your mom....OHHHH!!!!
47) When I say the word ASSWIPE, who comes to mind?
lol, no one in particular, just the phrase..."If assholes has wings, this place would be an airport" lol
48) Have you ever let someone have something that was very special to you because they needed it more?
Wow...I can't really think of anything
49) Can you sing well?
Not in any way, shape, or form
51) What is your favorite website?
Hotmail
52) Do you consider yourself an addict of any kind?
Unless you count perfectionism as an addiction, nope
53) If your closest friend's companion came on to you would you tell your friend?
Oh yeah...that's messed up
54) What is your favorite song to make fun of?
lol, I'm right with Alanis with "My Humps"
55) Do you laugh alot?
Oh yes...and loudly
56) Do you cry alot?
Not really, unless I'm frustrated or stressed out
57) Have you ever saved anyone's life?
Not that I know of
58) What is your favorite thing to do to relax?
Watch tv, organize something...lol
59) Do you ever count sheep?
Hey, whatever it takes to fall asleep
60) Did you enjoy this survey?
ENJOY!!!! Why yes, I did
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| In typical Spring Break fashion, I'm bored...lol, so, here's a survey!!!
1. If you were to find out you were pregnant what would you do?
I'd probably call some tabloid, because I would be carrying the next Christ...lol
2. Do you trust your friends?
Absolutely
3. Would you move to another state or country to be with the person you love?
That depends...are there any good band directing jobs there?
4. Do you believe that everything happens for a reason?
Yep, sure do...although we may not know the reason at the time, and may never know it
5. Name one thing you would NOT tolerate in a relationship.
Lying
6. Which one of your friends do you think would make the best roommate for you?
Hmm...so far this year I've really liked living by myself...but I think I could make anything work...just so long as the other person knows when to leave me alone...lol
7. When was the last time you snuck out?
I don't think I ever have...go me...lol
8. Are you afraid of falling in love?
I don't think so
9. Is there someone who pops into your mind at random times?
Considering the utter randomness of my thoughts at any moment, it's anybody's guess
10. Would you stop talking to your friends because you hooked up with a new guy/girl?
A) I would not be "hooking up" with said new guy, and B) that's dumb...no, I wouldn't
11. When was the last time you flew in a plane?
Chicago, Christmas break....woot!
12. What was the last text message you sent?
lol...I think it was my desperate messages to Seth two weeks ago to tape the beginning of House because I was stuck in a concert...awesome...lol
13. What features do you find most attractive in the opposite sex?
I'm assuming you mean physical, so I'll go with the eyes....otherwise, maturity, good sense of humor, honesty
14. Fill in the blank. I will NEVER _____.
go bungee jumping...lol, first thing that came to mind
15. What are your goals in life?
Be in charge of a great band program, get my masters/doctorate, eventually teach at a college somewhere
16. What can you tell about a person by kissing them?
Whether or not their breath smells? lol, I got nothin
17. When you get married, how would you envision your dream wedding?
Something small...I wouldn't want to make a big deal of it
18. If you could say just one thing for the rest of your life, what would it be?
What kind of question is that? Man...I dunno...I'll get back to you on that one
19. If you were to wake up from being in a coma for an extended period of time, name some people you would call.
As many people as I could...all my family & friends, no doubt
20. How many kids do you want to have?
Eh, that's a hard question....right now, none, but later on, who knows?
21. Would you make a good parent?
I'd be different...lol...nah, I think I'd be ok
22. Where was your default pic taken?
On the 50 yardline at NC State's stadium
23. What is your middle name?
Nicole
24. Honestly, does your crush like you back?
lol...wow, that question came from nowhere...you'd have to ask him, wouldn't you? (Oh now don't get excited...lol...I'm just messin with ya)
27.What's on your mind right now?
The lyrics to "Ants Marching" by Dave Matthews Band
28. Are you musical?
Heck yes...that's about all I can do, but I do that one thing well...lol
29. If you could go back in time, and change something, what?
Since I am a big fan of Michael J. Fox & all his movies, I'd have to go with nothing (did you follow that? yeah ok)...who knows what my life would be like now if I started changing stuff?
Height: 5'4"
What are you wearing right now:
Marching Band hoodie, jeans
Righty or lefty: Righty
Can you make a dollar in change right now:
No...I ain't got no cents....HA!
Best place to go for a date?
Rosen Concert Hall! lol, wait, what?
Out for dinner?
Depends on the location, but if you're in Boone....Dos, Capone's, Hokoyama's(lol)
FAVORITES
Kind of pants: Any type of jeans
Number: 13
Animal: Kitties!
Month: Any time in Fall...woot marching band!
Juice: Apple juice...all the way
HAVE YOU HAD:
Chicken pox: Yep
Sore Throat: Sure
Stitches: Yep...forehead
Plastic Surgery: Nope, don't intend to
QUESTIONS??
Who knows you the best?
Probably my mom
Do you wear contact lenses or glasses?:
I used to wear reading glasses, but I haven't needed them much this year...go figure
Do you get along with your family?
Yep
Ever been in a fight with your pet?
Um, no...that seems like a futile argument
Been to Mexico?
Nope...I used to really want to when I was younger, but not so much anymore
TODAY DID YOU
1. Talk to someone you liked? Everybody I talked to I liked! Oh wait, you meant something else...sneaky bastards...lol
2. Buy something? Lunch at Arby's...I think that's it...today has not been very productive
3. Get sick? Nope
4. Talked to an ex? Hell no...lol
5. Miss someone? All my Boone crew!
6. Get in a fight with someone? nope
LAST PERSON WHO
1 Slept in your bed? That'd be me
2 Had you sleep in their bed? Hmm...I guess that'd be the hotel we stayed at in Charleston for SoCon...so, thanks Radisson!
3 Made you cry? It wasn't really a person, unless you count my oboe as a person...damn you Frodo! lol
4. You called? I think Seth? I don't remember...
5. Called you? Derk, after Seth threw him against the wall...lol, well, sort of
6. Made you laugh? Probably mom & seth while playing Scrabble a little while ago
7. Told you they loved you? Dad maybe? I don't remember
MY RECITAL: MARCH 25, 4PM.....BE THERE!!!
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