15 Day Challenge!

My lovely friend, the soon-to-be Mrs. DuVal, over at The story of a girl... started a 15 day challenge today and I thought why not join in on the fun! 

So here goes nothing: Day 1...15 fun facts about me!

1. I would be no where without my friends and family. It is so tough living on west side of the state when all of my family and most of my friends live on the east side, however, moving to Grand Rapids really did show me who I want in my life. 

2. I don't sleep in. I am most productive first thing in the morning. Plus, ever since I started at Ops, I feel like if I sleep past 8:30am I am wasting my day away. 

3. The only meat I eat is chicken (and sometimes turkey). I think it started out because I was a picky eater, but I'm not sure. I've ate this way my entire life

4. I'm a total Daddy's girl. My favorite thing to do when I'm home is set my alarm for early so that I can get up and chit chat with my Dad over coffee before Mom and Zach get up. Plus, we have so many similarities it's frightening. He's my role model and has taught me so much about life.

5.  I studied abroad in South Africa this past spring and loved every minute of it. I learned so much about not only South Africa and its culture, but about teaching and life. 

6. Avid Red Wings fan...really hoping for a better season this year. I'm convinced they did bad this year because I was out of the country hah.

7. I have slight obsession with make up. I know, I know, you don't need make up to make you look beautiful...but it just makes me feel put together and ready for the day. End of story.

8. I am in shock that I've been dating Bryan for over 3 years now. I love him unconditionally and cannot imagine life without him there by my side.

9. My Grams is my favorite person. She is 90 years old and still going strong. So many of my favorite memories involve her =]

10. I adore giraffes- seriously the best animal ever. 

11. I have a journal that I record inspiring quotes in. Whenever I'm having a tough day I open up my journal, read a few pages and instantly feel hope.

12. I cannot wait to have my own classroom but at the same time the idea terrifies me. 

13. I've been on a health kick lately thanks to Sami and although I still hate running, I do feel better after I do it. It's crazy how much better a healthy diet and water can make you feel.

14. I'm starting to realize it's a problem that I feel like I'm friends with my favorites from reality TV...particularly the Bachelorette/Bachelor, Bachelor Pad, and Big Brother...

15. My perfect day consists of Lake Michigan, the people I love, a glass of wine, country music, and a good book.

That is all for today. Happy Wednesday!