Looky-loo, I'm a WITCH! :)

You Are a Witch (or Warlock)

You are deviously brilliant and a perfect manipulator. You somehow always end up getting what you want - without anyone knowing you're working behind the scenes. Crafty and cunning, you can work your way out of any jam. And it's easy for you to get people to do what you want, whether you're working for good or evil. Your greatest power: Mind control Your greatest weakness: Making people your puppets You play well with: Ghosts

What Kind of Monster Are You?

Interesting. Veddy, veddy interesting...

You know how I like to take quizzes that give me an insight into my psyche, right?

Oh, you didn't know that? Humph. I guess that means you don't really know me very well. Or maybe you forgot that about me. (Shame on you.)

Because it's true. I love to take personality quizzes. They're pretty much my favorite? Why? Because it's amazing to me that answering a few seemingly random questions will compute an answer that's totally dead on.

People fascinate me. (Also, I fascinate myself. Or rather, the accuracy of some quizzes/profiles do.)

Check this site out. It's pretty cool.

And, in case you were wondering, here's what it had to say about me:

For you, creativity is first and foremost a form of expression: it creates a special link between the internal and external worlds. It allows you to get a grasp of your powerful emotions, by moulding them into a physical form. In fact, the most important thing for you is to be able to release your emotions. You need to be able to touch them or look at them in concrete form, and to do that you have to find a way to make them come alive. This is how your desires and anxieties take shape. Keeping things bottled up creates a tension that can only be resolved once you have expressed how you feel. This means you have to be strong enough not to let yourself get swept away by chaotic impulses; if you turn your creative urges on everyday life — making a picnic, singing to the baby, choosing what to wear — you can express yourself while staying rooted in reality. Creativity is principally cathartic. It relieves a deep need, an almost primal, archaic impulse. For you, being creative is about having the power to give form to something you feel, to those deep personal issues that are often raw and disorganised. For these reasons you are usually attracted to art that demands physicality, that allows you to express what’s inside, and that unites spontaneity, strength, freedom, power and movement.

Huh.

Amazing.

How do these quizzes know me so well? I am an emotional girl. Also, making stuff is totally a release for me, it always has been. Whether it's making sugar cookies, scrap-booking, or blogging, I always feel better - more at peace, even if it's just more at peace with my own self - afterwards. I've actually used the word "cathartic" to describe my need to make totally detailed sugar cookies at Christmas, or a lattice topped pie crust, before.

I am, once again, amazed at the accuracy of the one of these little tests. Take it, let me know what you thought about what it had to say about you.

I have SUCH a split personality!

This revelation isn't a surprise to anyone who truly knows me, I am sure.

It's true. I'm a split personality - esp when it comes to decorating and home decor. It's so funny to me, when people come in to my apartment for the first time, how they react and what they say. To me, my hodgepodge of shiny/textile upholstery and silver and/or matte, dark frames with old black and white family photos just go together. Also, my vintage kitchen table that's in some serious need of refinishing and my cherry apple red Kitchen Aide were meant to live in the same room. I don't know, I can't explain it. I love shiny things, and I love beat-up, old, weathered enamel cast cookware. I am a combination of two opposite worlds.

And today, I took a little quiz here that proved it. It was super fun, and DEAD ON, as I'm sure you'll agree.

My tastes run 50% French Eclectic (French Country)

And 50% Classic.

While I do find it interesting that both these pictures have basically the same chair in the lower right quarter- a chair that strikingly resembles one that I have placed in the far corner of my bedroom, thankyouverymuch - what slays me are the descriptions of the specific styles. Check it:

French Eclectic

Parlez-vous français? Even if the answer is no, you can confidently say your home does! French Country, like its name, somehow manages to both be formal and casual, classy and unassuming at the same time. You like your spaces to feel inviting from the moment you (or your guest) opens the front door and this feeling should continue even after you've entered your most formal room. Even though there are French antiques here and gold details there, the rustic elements provide a balance and warmth that seems to say, "come in, relax and stay a while." Your love of antiques leads you to flea markets, garage sales and hours of eBay hunting.

Materials
The materials and pieces you are drawn to play on the mix of formal and casual. Many of the pieces look like they were passed down from your great-great-aunt (even if they are brand new!) and you managed to upholster them in a way that made that piece both then and now. Much of the furniture is wood-framed and the wood is either left natural (hey there rustic!), painted white (hey there country!) or even gold (hello refinement!). And many times there is a strong mixture of all of these.

When it comes to color, you are drawn to bright and airy options. Thoughts of the French countryside are key - warm colors such as yellows, reds and oranges hinting at fields of gold.

Classic

What's old is new again! The beauty of Classic Style is how well it takes all of the beautiful forms, colors and textures of the past and reinvents them in a way that feels both fresh and inspired. Furniture is well proportioned and comfortable and the rooms give off an air of sophistication and grace. Oil paintings depicting a still life or nature scenes and emphasizing symmetry of pairs helps maintain the Classic nature of the room. Windows are often covered with opulent fabric shades and/or drapery. Classic rooms give off an air of history that seems to say: "I was here long before you, and will remain long after you've gone." And yet, even with this level of sophistication, the rooms are soft and inviting.

Materials
Classic rooms are filled with texture and deep color. Walls are often saturated in color and many times have an old-world faux finish to hint of days gone by. Dark stained wood is very common and is often distressed. Additionally, gold, bronze and silvers have a natural-looking patina to them that softens their shine. Maps and animal prints are common, and fringe and tassels are often used to trim pillows, drapery and cushions. Genuine antiques are mixed with replicas and found objects become sculptural elements in the room.

Common colors are creams, and rich versions of traditional colors such as burgundy, dark green and navy blue. Golds and yellows are also popular as many Classic rooms have a very warm tone to them.

These descriptions slay me. Distressed wood, both left natural AND painted white (and/or metal tones)? Check. Opulent fabrics, fringed throw pillows, genuine antiques mixed with old-world replicas? Check. I would sooner die than have animal print anywhere near me, but I've always wanted a HUGE, framed map. (And I have a love affair with globes that's a little unholy.) What colors are the walls in my tiny little 600 sq ft home? Red/burgundy - a peachy/cream - yellow - plum. Check and double check on my love of both warm and saturating colors. If my living and bed rooms were any bigger, I'd have huge sweeping curtains. Nay, drapes. (Because I love heavy fabric. It speaks to me. Call me Scarlett, I won't care - I love heavy, dark drapes.)

Anyway, this quiz cracked me the heck up. It was so completely dead on (for me, anyway). It's good to know that I live in the home I would choose, and that my decorations truly reflect who I am. Too, too funny. Let me know if any of you take the quiz. I'm wondering if anyone else will get the same, exactly right, outcome.

Hey... This quiz called me a tart!

You Are Cherry Pie

You are a total sweetheart, but you also have a tart side to you as well. You can't help but be a little naughty. During the holidays, you try to lighten the mood and keep things fun. You think that the holidays should be a time of joy... not stress. Your ideal holiday has lot of laughter and good times. You definitely prefer a holiday with zero drama. You believe that people often forget that holidays are for celebrating. You try to make every holiday event a bit of a party.

What Holiday Pie Are You?

Blogthings: Learn Something Surprising About Yourself

Here's a result that doesn't surprise me AT ALL.

Which Literary Character Are You Attracted To?

Mr. Rochester

You like Mr. Rochester (Jane Eyre)! He is bitter and mysterious but deeply caring. He tries to protect himself by building up barriers and keeping others away from him.

So, does anyone else think that I definitely have a type? This made me laugh out loud. I'm so easy to peg, esp when it comes to men in print. Like when Cousin Julie told me that I should read Lady of Quality because I would groove on the love/hate banter between the male & female lead. And we all know that I so enjoy the I love you/I hate you of Pride & Prejudice and North & South.

Oh, yeah, I do love me a man with a mysterious edge on him. I so want to read Jane Eyre right now...

Who knew that fireworks could peg me so well?

Your Fireworks Say You're Content

You are jubilant and easily excited. While you aren't very intense or passionate, your happiness is abundant. You can always find cause to celebrate, laugh, or even just smile to yourself. You find that life is full of things to be happy about!

The Fireworks Test

I don't know that the "while you aren't very intense or passionate" bit is all about me (I've been called both, and often, by both friends & family), but I'll give that I think the rest of this is pretty spot on.

Yeah, I have an addictive personality...

Your Personality Is Like Alcohol

You're the life of the party, a total flirt, and probably a pretty big jokester. Sometimes your behavior gets you in trouble, but you still remain socially acceptable. You're a pretty bad driver, and you're dancing could also use a little work! At your best: You are uninhibited, funny, and relaxed. What people like about being around you: You're friendly, welcoming, and easy to talk to. What people dislike about being around you: You're a little sloppy and careless. How addicted people get to you: A fair amount, though they tend to deny it.

What Drug Is Your Personality Like?

What slays me? So very much of this is spot on. For a non-drinker, I sure do resemble this result. (Okay, except for the flirty bit. I'm not such a flirt... usually. Every once in a while, it does come out, but a dude has to be sharp/witty enough to play word games with me, and sadly... that doesn't happen very often.)

Give said the little stream...

You Are An ENFJ

The Giver You strive to maintain harmony in relationships, and you usually succeed. Articulate and enthusiastic, you are good at making personal connections. Sometimes you idealize relationships too much - and end up being let down. You find the most energy and comfort in social situations ... where you shine. In love, you are very protective and supporting. However, you do need to "feel special" - and it's quite easy for you to get jealous. At work, you are a natural leader. You can help people discover their greatest potential. You would make a good writer, human resources director, or psychologist. How you see yourself: Trusting, idealistic, and expressive When other people don't get you, they see you as: Bossy, inappropriate, and loud

What's Your Personality Type?

I'm not sure how I feel about being called The Giver. (I'm pretty sure that The Taker is a more apt name for me, most of the time.) But the rest of this is pretty spot on. My favorite is the "You would make a good writer, human resources director, or psychologist." bit. Anyone who knows me knows that my one true goal/wish in life is to write and be published (oh, right, and to hit the bestseller list) and then never have to go to work again. On the other hand, if I do have to work, I want to be in HR (not even kidding). And we all know that I do love to analyze people and that if it wouldn't require so much school (and heartache, I really worry about the work affecting me) I'd be all over psychology.

All in all, this is pretty much spot on. Color me impressed.

This is sadly accurate

You Are Caramel deLites / Samosas

You are blessed with a brilliant, dynamic mind. It's sometimes hard to figure out what your focus should be. You're the type of person who does almost everything well. You are very competent but also unfocused. You're not an easy person to pin down. You are vibrantly complex. You have many facets to your personality, and they're often in competition with one another.

What Girl Scout Cookie Are You?

Hmph. I'd wanted to be a Thin Mint (because they are, hands down, my fav cookie of all time) - but it appears that I'm too coco-nutty for my own good. The funny thing? The description here is pretty much spot on. Too funny...

Calgon, take me away... (as if it were that easy)

You Belong in Rome

You're a big city soul with a small town heart Which is why you're attracted to the romance of Rome Strolling down picture perfect streets, cappuccino in hand And gorgeous Italian people - could life get any better?

What City Do You Belong In?

Yeah, this quiz isn't kidding. I was made for Rome, I'm pretty sure. Maybe I can get Julie to upgrade my thank-you-for-watching-my-children-while-I-was-enjoying-a-tropical-paradise-vacation gift from a box of chocolate covered macadamia nuts to a one way ticket to Rome... It's worth a shot, right?

What's your sign?

Thanksgiving Horoscope for Libra

You're the sign most likely to upstage the host or hostess with your charm. Your signature dish: Green bean casserole Your signature dessert: Chocolate cake This holiday: Make plans early and stick to them. It's easy for you to change your mind.

What's Your Thanksgiving Horoscope?

The most hilarious thing to me? NONE of this is right. First of all, like I could EVER upstage Judy. Uhm, no. Esp when it comes to charm. The woman is an angel - I'll never be able to compete with her in that arena. Secondly, I cannot stand the green bean casserole (unless Jo makes it with bacon and cream cheese... then it's good). It would NEVER be my signature dish. Thirdly, I'll give that the dessert would be right on for any day other than Thanksgiving. On Thanksgiving, there must be pie - and plenty of it. And lastly, as for me changing my mind... never gonna happen. If I have the option of coming home, that's what I'll do. And I'll stay here. (See post below if you are wondering why. Why would I eat anywhere else when I can live in suspended chaos here at home? Really...) Granted, I may (okay... will definitely) head over to the Solomons' for some pit-cooked turkey later this afternoon - but then I'll come right back to D & J's for more pie. It's how I roll. Still... it's always fun to have a horoscope, right? :)

It's true... you are what you eat. (Or at least I am.)

You Are Mashed Potatoes

Ordinary, comforting, and more than a little predictable You're the glue that holds everyone together.

What Part of Thanksgiving Are You?

Turning 27 ... yet again.

You Act Like You Are 27 Years Old

You are a twenty-something at heart. You feel like an adult, and you're optimistic about life. You feel excited about what's to come... love, work, and new experiences. You're still figuring out your place in the world and how you want your life to shape up. The world is full of possibilities, and you can't wait to explore many of them.

What Age Do You Act?

Oooh, I'm in love with this test! (Little do they know that I'm actually turning 34 .... but who's counting?) 27, huh? That was a great year. I'll totally repeat it! :)

You know, I do love a good fire...

You Are Arson

No doubt about it, you have a serious destructive streak. You can't help it! Sometimes you just get so frustrated with the world, and you have to let your aggression out You have a notoriously bad temper. You are obsessed with getting your revenge. You are obviously a pyromaniac, whether you realize it or not. It feels great to watch something burn.

What Felony Are You?

Honestly, I was kind of surprised. I mean, I do love me a good raging fire, don't get me wrong. But I do have a penchant (and a past) of pinching what I think should be mine. Now that I'm a grownup, I only steal things like straws and ketchup packets at fast-food establishments. But I do have a history of taking all kinds of random things (brownie and lemon bar mixes from my grammy's pantry, super cool pens from my next door neighbor that I used to babysit for, and how about me stealing suckers from the little old lady in my neighborhood and then re-selling them for double the purchase price on the grade school playground? (cut me some slack, I was in 5th grade, and my parents didn't give me an allowance), oh right... and the time I took a six-pack of root beer out of my parents' room - drank it all in one Saturday afternoon - and when my dad asked who'd taken it, I set my brothers up to take the fall). So, while I'm not disappointed with the arson charges, per se... I am a bit surprised. I was really looking forward to something like "thievery". Oh well, maybe next time. It's not like these online tests can be counted on to be totally accurate every time...

What my bed says about me...

What Your Bed Says About You

Outward appearances are a concern of yours, but not your primary concern. You try to take care of yourself and your home, but it's not an obsession. You try to be an organized person, but you often fall behind. Certain parts of your life tend to fall into chaos. You are not very high maintenance in general, but you are high maintenance about a few things. In relationships, you tend to be quite dominant. You enjoy taking charge. You tend to be a dreamy, head in the clouds type of person. You think in terms of possibilities. You are a traveler. You are comfortable anywhere, and you rarely feel homesick.

What Does Your Bed Say About You?

This quiz nailed me pretty well. I'm impressed. Who knew that lying on the right side of my bed and using 2 pillows would cast such a defining light on my personality?

I don't know that I agree with "certain parts of your life tend to fall into chaos"... chaos is such a strong word... but I will give that "mi vida loco" was one of the names I'd thought about giving to my blog. (I mean, sometimes things do get just a little bit crazy around here.)

Mmm... chocolate

Sticks & Stones...

Here's a little something fun in celebration of Christmas in July.... A "What Crappy Christmas Gift Are You?" quiz. Imagine my surprise when I tested fruitcake positive. It was a shocker, for sure.

You Are a Fruitcake!

You taste like nothing else in this world. And get ready, you're about to get tossed!

What Crappy Christmas Gift Are You?

Lauralee, Laurala, Laura-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha

What Lauralee Means

You are relaxed, chill, and very likely to go with the flow. You are light hearted and accepting. You don't get worked up easily. Well adjusted and incredibly happy, many people wonder what your secret to life is. You are usually the best at everything ... you strive for perfection. You are confident, authoritative, and aggressive. You have the classic "Type A" personality. You are a very lucky person. Things just always seem to go your way. And because you're so lucky, you don't really have a lot of worries. You just hope for the best in life. You're sometimes a little guilty of being greedy. Spread your luck around a little to people who need it. You are wild, crazy, and a huge rebel. You're always up to something. You have a ton of energy, and most people can't handle you. You're very intense. You definitely are a handful, and you're likely to get in trouble. But your kind of trouble is a lot of fun. You are friendly, charming, and warm. You get along with almost everyone. You work hard not to rock the boat. Your easy going attitude brings people together. At times, you can be a little flaky and irresponsible. But for the important things, you pull it together.

What's" Your Name's Hidden Meaning?

Okay, for the most part this is so me. I take issue with only two items:

1) I work hard not to rock the boat? Whatever. I do not. I am a boat rocker, people. Not that I'll rock it just for kicks, but if there's something in the boat that needs to be addressed and/or thrown to the sharks, oh heck yeah, I'm for getting that taken care of - ASAP.

2) Flaky and irresponsible? Really? ...Okay, maybe. But I think it's more of a selective memory thing than a flaky-ness and/or irresponsiblity thing. And this is not just me making excuses. If it's a big deal to me, I'll take care of it. If it isn't... then it goes the way of selective memory and I space it out. Crud. I just reread that last bit, and... that's exactly what this thing said - that I'm a flake unless it's a big fat important deal, in which case it gets done. Shoot! I guess I am a flake! Aaaah!

And on that note, I'm going to eat something for breakfast before I begin my day of nothing. (Gosh, I love Saturdays! And, apparently, I am totally irresponsible, because I'm not doing a blessed thing today. Oh well.)

Apparently I'm the Inspiration (insert background music by Chicago)

You Are An ENFP

The Inspirer You love being around people, and you are deeply committed to your friends. You are also unconventional, irreverent, and unimpressed by authority and rules. Incredibly perceptive, you can usually sense if someone has hidden motives. You use lots of colorful language and expressions. You're quite the storyteller! In love, you are quite the charmer. And you are definitely willing to risk your heart. You often don't follow through with your flirting or professed feelings. And you do break a lot of hearts. At work, you are driven but not a workaholic. You just always seem to enjoy what you do. You would make an excellent entrepreneur, politician, or journalist. How you see yourself: compassionate, unselfish, and understanding When other people don't get you, they see you as: gushy, emotional, and unfocused

What's" Your Personality Type?