10 Things You Probably Don't Know About Me
Then I realized - hey! Today's post didn't need to be anything complicated or informative! Learning is fun, exercise is fantastic, and recipes are wonderful, but it's always good to mix things up. Plus, we have around 75 posts now, so I figured it might be fun for you, dear friend, to learn a bit more about the person behind them. I always like when my favorite bloggers publish "10 Things You Probably Don't Know About Me" posts; as I read their words all the time, these features are a lovely insight into the writer. So, I'm taking a leaf out of my fellow bloggers' books. Here are 10 things you probably didn't know about me:
- I've been accepted into a performing arts school with an emphasis on creative writing. The audition process was rather tedious, so it was a thrill to learn that I'd been offered a position for next year. Although I will miss my friends very much, I am so excited to have a new adventure! Additionally, they have a tea station in the corner of the classroom. That will be superb.
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| Abby's Adoption Day |
- My little sister is adopted from China. If you've seen my profile picture, you've probably gathered that Abby isn't my biological sister. I mean, we look so much alike. My blonde to her thick chocolate hair and my grey to her almond eyes kind of give it away. But it makes no difference that we aren't sisters in flesh and blood. We are sisters at heart, and I couldn't love her more! Abby is quite the engineer, and adores horses. She is always, unapologetically herself, which is something that I admire greatly.
- I used to absolutely loathe avocados. A creamy, savory fruit? You've got to be kidding me. Yuck! When I learned about all of the health benefits that are packed into the green flesh, however, I tried to change my mind. I'd seen my middle school writing teacher, Ms. Black, eat avocado straight out of the shell, and thought I'd give that a try. I packed 1/2 an avocado in my little blue lunch box. The first spoonful looked beautiful, and I was so excited to try this supposedly delicious nutrient bomb. But then I ate it. I almost vomited then and there, right in the cafeteria. This goes to show that things (and taste buds!) change over time.
- Jeans are my enemy. If I were a super hero, my nemesis would be the Jean Queen; I literally can't wear them. For one, they don't really fit my body. Either the waist is perfect but the legs are way too small, or the legs are perfect and the waist is way too big. They're also extraordinarily uncomfortable. How are you supposed to do yoga or squats in jeans? If I can't work out in them, I don't wear them. Therefore, my entire closet is composed of leggings in quirky prints.
- I have had allergy shots for about seven years. Dogs, cats, grass, trees, pollen, horses, flowers - you name it! I'm probably allergic. Luckily, I don't have any major food allergies, although I avoid gluten and grain because they aggravate my skin. Now, when it's time for flu shots at my annual physical, I don't even flinch. My fear of needles has been completely abolished during my seven years at the Allergy and Asthma Clinic.
- My last meal on Earth would not be remotely healthy. For breakfast, I would have soft, chewy white bread smothered with honey and a side of mango, or perhaps blueberry oatmeal. Lunch would involve sushi, pizza, and possibly some Indian food. Later in the day, I'd enjoy a Boba Thai Tea with a snack of cherry tomatoes. And dinner would definitely be rare steak with a buttered sweet potato, broccoli, and green tea. As for dessert? I'd be hitting up the local Cold Stone to spend a ridiculous amount of money on a cherry vanilla Like It with brownies mixed in. Like I said, not remotely healthy; imagine if I ate all of that thinking it was my last day on Earth, but in reality it wasn't. Boy, that would be an extreme treat day!
- I listen to the Harry Potter audio books on replay. I think I've gone through them three times this summer alone; they just never get old. Each time, I discover something new about the Boy Who Lived and his adventures. The characters are unforgettable, the plot is riveting, and my dearest ambition is to punch Dolores Umbridge in the face. I actually tried to submit an audition form for Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them, but I didn't get a reply. This was probably because I don't have a UK passport. And I signed the email 'Expecto Patronum.' Needless to say, J.K. Rowling's magical world is my safe haven.
- I used to be a very disordered eater. I followed the Ketogenic diet as though it were a religion, and only ate foods I considered to be "pure." Once, my parents got me a pumpkin gluten-free cake for my family birthday party. I ate a slice, and actually cried that evening because the cake hadn't been grain-free. There was also a time when I got into an argument with my doctor about whole grains - that was a strained check up. Apart from worshiping Keto, I ate far too little, exercised compulsively, had terrible self-esteem, and lost a ton of weight. During this time period, I considered deleting The Avocado and Me. But I prevailed. I gained the weight back, and now, I'm happier than ever before.
- I'm a performer AND an introvert. Quite the oxymoron, yes? Think about it this way - when I'm on stage, I am no longer Maya Epstein; I am instead whatever character I've embodied.
I can be bold. As a tap dancer, singer, and actress, I've been in a number of productions, my most recent role being Mary Poppins. That was sure supercalifragilisticexpialidocious! In reality, however, I'd much prefer to stay home, cook a meal, and watch Titanic than go out with my friends. Unless the planned activity is flashlight tag, or I am cheering them on in a sport or performance. If it's one of those, you can always count me in!
My Tap Team
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| My Mary Poppins Look Alike and My Chimney Sweep Friend! |
- I have three dogs, all named after trees, who love to distract me when I'm working out and cuddle when I read a book. Sometimes I'll be doing leg raises, and the Yorkie Poodle mix, Cedar, decides it is the most opportune time to jump onto my stomach. That makes the exercise a tad bit harder. The other two, Kona and Aspen, can always be counted upon to make a puppy pile on my lap and legs while I'm reading a novel. The most recent book the four of us have read was The Dangerous Art of Blending In by Angelo Surmelis. Talk about a stunning and emotional read!
Bonus Question:
Q: You are stuck on an island and the natives want to cook you for dinner. What sauce would you like to be cooked in?
A: Definitely a creamy, tomato vodka sauce with truffles.
Well, thank you for tuning in for today's rather random post. I do hope you enjoyed it; I find that something different here and there can help to brighten my mood. Do you have any thing in particular that you would like to see on The Avocado and Me in future posts? I am always and forever open to your brilliant ideas!
Good evening, all.
Sweet dreams,
- Maya
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