I've been tagged...

The 8 Random Things "game" has finally caught up with me, thanks to my tagger: Laissezfaire.

So... here are 8 Random Things that ya'll might be interested (or surprised) to know about me.  I'm also supposed to tag 8 more bloggers, but so many of you have probably already done this one that I am giving an open invitation to anyone who would like to play.  If you take me up on it, let me know and I will add a link to your post on here for everyone to see.

No. 1
I am the oldest of 8 children… 7 girls and 1 boy.  My littlest sister is 1 year younger than my daughter… which is a little bit strange, but fun too.

No. 2
My favorite:
Foods/drinks: almond croissants, chai tea lattes, strawberries, and artichokes.
Colors: aqua blue, black, and canary yellow
Movie: Amelie
Music: my current favorites are, Shiny Toy Guns, Blonde Redhead, Tori Amos, and more.

No. 3
I love to sing in my car (and in the shower)… but I don’t like to sing around other people (even though I used to sing in my high school choir).

No. 4
I have an amazing sense of direction, and rarely (never) get lost… but I can NEVER remember street names.  If I were to give you directions they would sound something like: Drive straight until you get to a narrow curve in the road… turn left at the tree that looks like an ice cream cone, drive until you see the library on your right and turn left again at the pink house… etc.

No. 5
Like many artistic people I have struggled with depression to varying degrees throughout my life.  There is a lot of stigma associated with the illness, and even as I’m sharing this now, I worry what many of you may think of me.  In any case, providing assistance to those who suffer from mental illness is something that I hope to do in my lifetime.

No. 6
I’m legally blind without my glasses or contacts.

No. 7
I only wear socks when absolutely necessary… because every single time I put a pair on I inevitably step into something wet.  Wetness and socks do not mix… eek!

No.8
I’ll have some exciting news to share with you all in the very near future... (No, I’m not expecting)!

xo ez

Comments

[Melissa de la Fuente]

Hi Ez,I just want to say,having suffered from depression myself in the past, that I totally understand the stigma, the feeling of needing to make excuses for said depression and the worry of what others will think. However, anyone who knows anything about depression will know that it is an illness and not a reflection of you as a person. You as a person have probably been made stronger by the trials you have been through and your lovely, life affirming spirit is reflected in these pages.xoMelissa

[sarah]

I, too, suffer from depression and anxiety. I think it is a plague for the artistic. It's good to read something a bit more personal on your blog. You're such a wonderful person; I like reading about you!

[Laissezfaire]

It's so great to get to know you better! And you are so efficient at responding! Love your blog. I give directions like you too! Su Ling

[julie atBV]

I think it's wonderful that you think about helping people who suffer from depression.

[Ez]

I just wanted to take a quick moment to thank each of you who has taken the time to write such a kind and heartwarming comment here. It really means so very much to me. More than I can ever say! You are the best readers a girl could ever wish for! Thank you, thank you, thank you!

xoxEz

[BLUSHING APPLES]

its nice to get to know you on the personal level :D

[Caroline]

Okay, I give up! Eight children?? (You don't have to post this, I was just wondering!)Love you!

[jana]

Thanks for sharing Ez,

What a fun writeup and yes, I too can be depressive; I care less today, if people know it, but don't go around chatting about it either; it comes with the territory for me of a busy mind, a perfectionistic spirit, a longing for more, and an innate anxiousness that someone will hurt me (emotionally). I am trying to venture out with some new things in my biz (interior design); I took time off to have two babies and am just getting back in; I love reading about others; I love your sense of direction and your candid replies to each question; you have color and warmth---:)

thanks, jana

[melanie]

wow 8 kids!!!! whew!

[hiddenInFrance]

Depression and terrible anxiety, yes, but also extraordinary moments of Joy and awe. I am plagued with one and blessed with the other. These go hand in hand I think for people who "feel" things more intensely than others. (The medical term I believe in my case is manic depressive. Oh welll...)