September 24, 2007
What’s In a Middle Name?
Mary of Mom Writes participated in the Middle Name Meme, a while ago. I thought it was a fun idea, and I’m supposed to write a post using each letter of my middle name to describe something relevant in my life. I chose four words to describe me instead.
My middle name is Jane. Plain Jane, as my aunt Judy called me as a child. I would get so angry and tell her, “I’m not a plain Jane! I’m a beautiful Dana!” I was six years old and feisty. No one would call me plain. Years later, after getting married and having a baby, I do feel a bit plain but I don’t think there is anything wrong with that.
So, here are the four words to describe myself as anything other than plain, however!
Jovial – I chose this word because I have a hearty laugh, I love humor and being funny is just something I am. I suppose I inherited that trait from my dad. He can tell a good joke and he loves to make others laugh. I’m not as witty as some, but making someone laugh brightens my day.
Amiable – I’m a friendly person, I smile at strangers and I don’t get upset if they don’t smile back. I think it’s wonderful to be good spirited toward others and I try my best to be pleasant. This is most difficult on my chaotic days, but I do try!
Nutty – It should be obvious by now that I’m quirky and a little crazy. I often let my freak flag fly. I can’t help it. I think I get that from my mom’s side of the family. All of her relatives are a little insane.
Earnest – Even when I’m being silly or funny, I know when to be serious. My husband is always in comedian mode so I must be structured. This is probably why I’m the one who disciplines Dawson the most. My husband is always telling me to lighten up when he’s kidding around too much and I find that I have to be firm. There’s a time for fun and there’s a time to be serious and industrious. I think I’m like this because I’m the oldest of four kids. I had to be the “adult” all the time!
I’d tag people to do this, but I think it’s better to allow you to decide. It was harder than I thought, finding these four words! If you do this meme, please let me know! I’d love to read yours!
Posted by Dana @ 7:52 AM • Meme-isms
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September 24th, 2007 at 3:00 PM, motherofbun Says:
You chose the perfect words to describe yourself. That’s how I see you too!
September 24th, 2007 at 4:12 PM, Leslie Says:
I had done this one a while back and I just chose words to describe me, too. It isn’t as easy as it seems. I like the words you chose. You are quite something, Dana!
September 24th, 2007 at 4:17 PM, Dana Says:
Awww! Thanks ladies! I’m blushing.
I’m so lucky to have such great friends!!
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