I found this quiz via @boundtowriting and it looked interesting so I thought I would give it a try. I always like answering personal questions where I can reflect on my life. I don't know who the original creator is of this tag. If you do, please let me know. I would love to give them some credit.



Books

Can you stop reading at any time, or does it have to be a certain page or chapter?:
I can stop reading anytime, but I prefer to stop at a new chapter. I don't like leaving a book in the middle of a thought. Otherwise, I tend to have to re-read things over again before continuing on.
Do you eat or drink anything whilst reading?:
Nah, I don't like it. If there is a chance of something getting on my precious book then I won't do it. I am very protective of my books.
Can you read listening to music or watching TV?:
No, I get too distracted. I like no sounds.
One book at a time, or several at once?:
I always have several going. I always have at least one physical book going and one audiobook. 
Reading at home or everywhere?:
I prefer at home in bed but I bring books everywhere. 
Reading out loud or silently in your head?:
Silently in my head.
Do you read ahead, or skip pages?:
No, I don't like spoilers. 
Breaking the spine or keeping it new?:
Keep it new!!! I like my books looking new. 
Do you write books, or just read them?:
I write and read them! My first novel is in the works.
5 of my favorite books (links to Goodreads):
It's so hard to pick only five!

 What is the last book you read?:
I Don't Know What You Know Me From: Confessions of a Co-Star by 

About Me

Name: Emily
Name meaning: According to Google, Meaning of the name Emily
Of English origin and a variant of the Latin name Aemilia, derived from the Latin 'Aemilius', this being an old Roman surname which itself is derived from 'aemulus' meaning 'rival, trying to equal or excel, emulating'.
Named after anyone: Not anyone specifically but I am named after two songs. See Emily Play by Pink Floyd and A Rose For Emily by The Zombies.
Hair color: Dirty Blonde right now. I am always changing my hair color due to being a cosmetologist. 
Hair length: Long
Eye color: Hazel
My birthday: January 28th
Height: 4'11"
Place of birth: Allentown, PA
Currently Living: Phoenix, AZ
Star Sign: Aquarius
Best feature: My smile or eyes
Braces: Yes, had them for four years growing up.
Piercings: I have my ears double pierced. 

 Tattoos: I have five and more I want.
Right or Left Handed: Right
Pets: My little Shih Tzu Tinkerbell.
Siblings: Older brother.
Do you have kids: Nah
How many children do you want: Two or three just need a man
What would you name your children: My girl would be Hazel Elizabeth after my Great Grandma and Mom. I know I want to name a boy William in either their first or middle name after my Grandpa and Great Grandpa. 
Marriage: Single, looking to find a guy who can commit. 
What did you want to be when you grow up: I wanted to be on Broadway when I was younger.
Career goals: Just to be happy. Ideally, I would like to be a published author.
Hobbies: Reading, writing, anything with my dog, cooking, music, movies.
Five random facts about me:
  • My favorite color is pink.
  • Potatoes are my favorite food.
  • Titanic is my favorite movie.
  • I try to go to Disneyland at least once a year.
  • Sunflowers are my favorite flower.

Favorites

Five favorite films:
Titanic, Little Miss Sunshine, American Beauty, Grease, The Notebook
Five favorite songs: 
It's so hard to pick only five.... here are my favorites right now.
  • Lucy In The Sky With Diamonds by The Beatles
  • Reasons Not To Die by Ryn Weaver
  • Let It Be by The Beatles
  • All You Had To Do Was Stay by Taylor Swift
  • Starlight by Muse
TV shows:
The OC, Gilmore Girls, Glee, Breaking Bad, and Veronica Mars to name a few.
YouTubers:
To name a few
Food:
Anything potatoes.
Drinks: 
Water
Animals:
  • Dogs, specifically Shih Tzu's
  • Elephants
  • Llamas
  • Dolphins
Restaurants:
  • Buffalo Wild Wings
  • Red Robin
  • Boston Market
  • Cafe Rio
  • Anything Italian
Shops:
Target, Goodwill, Savers, and any Thrift Store

 Smells:
  • Peach
  • Pineapple
  • Anything tropical
  • Lavender
  • Eucalyptus 

Colors: Pink, purple, and blue
Music genre: Classic rock or pop.

First

Holiday: Christmas
Concert: Aerosmith
Best friend: My doggy is my best friend. But my first best friend was a family friend and his name is Ian.

Currently

Feeling: Tired
Eating: Nothing
Watching: Nothing
Wearing: a baggy t-shirt and underwear. It's hot out.

Do you?

Believe in miracles: of course!
Believe in love at first sight: Yes
Believe in ghosts: Yes.
Believe in aliens: Yes.
Believe in soulmates: Yes.
Believe in Heaven/Hell: Yes.
Believe in kissing on the first date: Yes.
Believe in yourself: For the most part.

What?

If you won the lottery, what would you buy: First I would pay off my debit/credit cards. Then, I would pay off my student loans. I would travel. 
Your favorite/worst subject in High School: My favorite was show choir and my least favorite was math.
A subject you were best at?: English
Sports do you play/Have you played: I did gymnastics, horseback riding, and dance. 
Phone – (iOS v Android): IOS!
Something you wish you were talented at: Playing guitar
First thing you notice about people: their eyes and smile.
On top of your bucket list: Disneyworld.
3 long term goals: Finish my first novel, organize my stuff and get rid of a lot of stuff, and travel more/save money.
3 short term goals: Write more, grow my social media, figure out if I want to go back to school. 
What are you doing today to help you achieve those goals: Blogging and posting on social media.

3 things you’d take with you to a desert island: Books, water, clothing.
Biggest accomplishment: Finishing cosmetology school.
An ideal first date for you: Sitting by the water somewhere.
Something you look for in a partner: Someone who can commit and be honest.

 Something you dislike: Liars

 Special talents: I can sing.

 Favorite fairytale: Belle

 An app you use most: Twitter

 Piece of technology can you not live without: Laptop or phone.

 Countries have you visited:  My favorite was Ireland.

 Countries would you like to visit?: Italy and Greece.

Random Final Questions

Summer or Winter: Winter 
Furthest you’ve ever been from home: Ireland
Sweet or savory: sweet.
Last time you cried: a couple of days ago
Do you use sarcasm a lot: who doesn’t?!
Scary movie or happy endings: happy endings. 
Are you competitive: Yes

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