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A "getting to know you" game

I was recently "tagged" by DeAnn from the S.I.P. Project (service is painless) to participate in this "getting to know you" game. I am so glad DeAnn reached out to me!

After reading her blog, I was touched by the photography project she has setup using her blog as a platform.  Essentially, she will swap a photo session with you or your family in exchange for the completion of a service project. DeAnn dedicates approximately 15 hours to each shoot and expects approximately the same time commitment from you in giving to a special cause.  I could not think of a more generous way for her to use her talents.  Click here to check out her blog.

Now onto the game!  This game was created by Vintage Gwen...

Game Rules: 

1. You must post the rules 
2. Post 11 fun facts about yourself.
3. Answer the questions the tagger set for you in their post
4. Create 11 new questions to ask the people you have tagged
5. Tag 11 bloggers and link them to your post 
6. Let the bloggers know they have been tagged

11 Fun Facts About Myself:

1. My first major in college was interior design. 
2. I switched from interior design to public relations/communications and now work at an PR firm. 
3. I made a "career" out of cheerleading with a 17 years run as a cheerleader, coach, gym manager and judge.  I no longer work full-time in the "spirit" industry, but still stay connected.
4. I grew up with horses and love them. 
5. I hate milk (but don't discriminate against milkshakes). 
6. When I was 16 years old, I created my own handbag business and sold handmade purses to girls at my high school and neighboring schools. I even had my own logo. 
7. I LOVE (with all my heart) ranch dressing from Dewey's Pizza. 
8. I have known some of my best friends since preschool. Our long-standing friendships mean so much to me. 
9. As a homeowner, I now know how cool and exciting it can be to shop at Goodwill.  I use to fight trips to there as a child. 
10. I just bought my first crock pot and expect it will change my life. 
11. I like to think of myself as an "early adopter" of Facebook and take pride in being one of the first to sign up for it seven years ago. 

11 Questions from DeAnn:

1. If you could live anywhere, where would it be?  What a long list... Savannah, Georgia; Charleston, South Carolina, Paris, France or Bath, England
2. What keeps you going back to a blog time and time again? I love DIY projects, daily outfit posts (with descriptions on where the items can be purchased) and home inspiration.
3. What are you top 3 favorite places to shop?  Clothes - Target, JCREW, LOFT  Home Stuff - Pottery Barn, Target, IKEA 
4. What gadget are you drooling over right now? I NEED a mac laptop. My dell desktop from college is about to bite the dust.  Any recommendations on macs would be greatly appreciated!
5. What do you hate about blogging? Sometimes the struggle over what to write about.
6. What tech skill do you wish you were better at? Let's just say I would have pursued the "creative" path of my communications major if the classes were not at 8 am. I wish I would have undergone more design training on software programs such as PhotoShop, Illustrator, etc. I LOVE to design anything.
7. What makes your heart smile?  My new iPad and my awesome boyfriend who surprised me with it.  
8. What is your dream job? I very much enjoy my job right now, but would also like to explore the careers of a interior designer, stylist, professional organizer or event planner. 
9. What is your pet peeve? When people do not follow up... I need you to do what you say you are going to do. 
10. What is the post on your blog you are most proud of?  Wow, this is a hard one... Probably the ones showcasing the parties I have planned.  Click here for Pretty Parties. 
11. Your best advice for new bloggers?  Find ways to connect with other bloggers. It is so nice to bond over things you both love.  For example, I met Sita from The Family Room Design Studio, an interior designer from Utah, through blogging and love the inspiration her home provides. 

11 Questions to My Tagees: 

1. Why made you want to start a blog?
2. What are your top three blogs to read?
3. What are your favorite things to "pin" on Pinterest?
4. Where are your favorite places to shop for home decor? 
5. Where are your favorite places to shop for clothing bargains?
6. What is your favorite color combinations?
7. Do you collect anything?
8. What is your favorite thing to cook/bake?
9. In what ways do you connect with other bloggers?
10. What is your favorite holiday?
11. What, if any, is the most recent thing you have made from Pinterest? 

My 11 Tagees: 

1. http://bibleandahairdryer.blogspot.com/
2. http://thiscrazyblessedlife.blogspot.com/
3. http://thefamilyroomdesign.blogspot.com
4. http://accordingtoashleyblog.blogspot.com/
5. http://posyfloraldesigns.blogspot.com/
6. http://www.thecoveredporchdesigns.com
7. http://www.socialsara.net/
8. http://www.wearetheshepperds.blogspot.com/
9. http://sethandkait.blogspot.com/
10. http://www.xothelookbook.com/
11. http://sidebysideblog.blogspot.com/

A special thanks to DeAnn for inviting me to join in the fun! 

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