I’ve seen a few bloggers doing an “A to Z of Me” and I decided (3 months ago but I’m just getting around to it) today that I would jump on the bandwagon with them. Mostly because I thought, “There’s no way I could think of 26 words to describe me!” Challenge accepted, self! To keep it short and maybe a bit more attention grabbing, I’ll do 6 letters a week and post every Tuesday in September. Right, let’s get started!
A is for Aroha. Because that is my name! Cop out? Ok fine, A is for Active, something I’ve tried to be over the past 12 months. From personal training, to tennis, to running, I’ve tried to be as active and as fit as possible. It’s a far cry from where I was the first 4 years of my son’s life, which was lazy, overweight and unmotivated!
B is for Balanced. I finally feel like I have somewhat of a balance between working, being a mum, being a wife, and looking after myself. There are only so many hours in the week. Sometimes you just have to say “no” and prioritize.
C is for Caring. It took me a while to come up with this one. Calm? Not really. Centered? Hmmm, nope! Creative? Definitely NOT! But I do care. A lot. I like to think I am compassionate (ooh another C!), thoughtful, and caring to not just those closest to me, but everyone I meet.
D is for Delightful. I ummed and ahhhed about this one, because honestly, I’m not sure how “delightful” I am, but I think overall I am a pretty pleasant person to be around, and I try to make people smile and laugh. I thought about determined, but I think that’s a bit of a stretch. The only thing I’m ever truly determined to do is crawl in bed and go to sleep.
E is for Envious. In the interest of keeping this list real, I am often envious. I don’t think being envious is a negative thing. I think there’s a difference between envious and flat out jealous. I can be envious of people while still being happy for them, and not wishing them ill will. I think that’s the difference?? Sounded better in my head, anyway!
F has to be for Fantastic. Doesn’t it? Or Fabulous? I was going to say “funny” but I’m really more sarcastic, which not everyone thinks is funny, so I’ll save that for the S’s. As you do!
There you have it, the first installment. I might make up a poster of all these words when I’m done. If not to remind myself how wonderful I am, then to at least remind my husband and son, lest they forget. Have you done an “A-Z of Me”? Post a link in the comments! I’d love to read!
Linking up of course, with Jess for I Blog On Tuesdays
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Oh this is a great idea! and I’m glad it is a few letter each week – much better way to tackle it! You ARE creative!! Have you not looked at your photography images lately?? Can’t wait to see just how creative you are this afternoon x Josefa from #teamIBOT
aww thanks Josefa, that is really nice of you to say. I hope I can get the creativity flowing this arvo! At least weather may be holding out for us!!
Great idea. It’s nice to have the chance to get to know you more 🙂
Thanks Renee! I feel like I’ve maybe been sharing too much about myself lately! People will get bored quickly! Ha!
I vote sarcasm as funny…but then it’s my fall back too often to mention…
yep, mine too! I am sure my PT group are sick of my sarcastic comments every session!!
I haven’t done one, but I love alphabet themed posts 🙂 Maybe I’ll have to sneak a few into my blog at some stage
I think it’s a good idea because it really makes you think about who you are and talk about yourself in a positive light! Good boost for the ego!
What a great prompt. I am often envious, in fact recently we very nearly decided to sell our investment property to have a brand new house because I am envious of other peoples nice new house. I also share you A for active 🙂
I am envious of anyone with ANY house! We are in a unit! *sob* 😉
Your doing a fantastic job so far, and I look forward to the rest of your posts, so much so that I may even jump on the band wagon to 🙂 happy Spring time lovely
It’s a great exercise, that is for sure! Thanks Beck!
I like the idea of doing a bunch of letters in one go. That sounds like fun, and kind of makes me want to join in.
I think sarcasm is funny, so no doubt I would find you delightful 🙂
Aww thanks Jess. Sarcasm isn’t for everyone. Makes me laugh when it goes straight over peoples’ heads. ha ha! I would never get through if I did one a week.
I’m with you I am making a big effort to be more active this year. It’s September already and I think I have made huge changes that my husband keeps telling me I’m proud of too.
PS I get a little envious at times too
I think it’s human nature to be envious of others. And way to go on getting more active. It makes such a difference! x
Love your sarcasm, and you are SOOO determined, check out all that running you do Mrs!!! You are totally delightful 🙂 xx
I haven’t been running lately. Oops! I need new shoes, that’s my excuse and I’m sticking to it! I know you get my sarcasm and snarky wit 😉
Aroha, you are soooo creative! I agree with Josefa! Your photos are amazing! I hope I meet you in person one day! I want to see the fantastic and fabulousness that is Aroha!
Thank you so much Grace! I hope to get to meet you too! Not sure if I’ll get to see anyone who is coming for Pro Blogger as I’m not going, my sister is moving 13 hours away and leaves on the Sunday, so I’ll be spending as much time with her and my niece as possible. But you never know where I might pop up! 😉
I have to agree with the other ladies about you having creativity. You have this blog don’t you? Not all creativity is expressed in colours, and painting, sometimes it’s through being able to weave a story with your words.
Thanks Tegan. I haven’t thought of it like that. I guess I am a bit more creative than I give myself credit for. x
Great idea! Love your list and your honesty.
Thanks Rita!
Really nice to meet you tonight Aroha – and I can tell you are delightful and caring. I like the idea of the A-Z list of characteristics – a nice way to stop and think about strengths and maybe the odd flaw, because I don’t think we tend to think in complimentary terms about ourselves very often (I know I don’t). Looking forward to the rest of the alphabet – you are probably going to have to be zany you know!
It was great to meet you too Kathy! I haven’t thought as far ahead as Z yet. I have it there ready to write, but it’s a blank staring at me. I like Zany! It may just pop up there yet!
“The only thing I’m ever truly determined to do is crawl in bed and go to sleep” Haha! I hope F is for ‘frank’ or at the very least H is for ‘honest’! Your definition of envy sounds about right x
F could have been Frank! It was Fantastic though. There’s no denying that LOL!
Great to read about you in a fun way. Great idea for a poster, just to remind yourself how awesome you are 🙂
I think we could all use the occasional reminder of how awesome we are 🙂 Thanks Alicia!
Great idea – I love that you have only done a few letters at a time – easier to read and take in !!
Have the best day and thanks for a great evening last night !
Me
Yes, one letter drags it out a bit and all 26 letters is a bit of a zzzzzz….dinner was fantastic! The food was great, but the company even better xo
Oh I envy u for yr balance, which is such a tricky thing to,achieve. It would be so delightful, I’d feel so fabulous and I’d be able to be more caring, like u Aroha instead of a mad mama chasing her tail x
It really is tricky and it took me a LONG time to get it right. But I still have weeks that I feel off balance. I think that is a work in progress forever. xo
Sarcastic is awesome, a very underrated form of funny. Loving the A-F’s & looking forward to the rest.
Thanks Kyla! I agree re: sarcasm. I hope the rest live up to the standard of the A-F!! 🙂