Behind the Blog: 10 Surprising Revelations About Me

Welcome to the coming New Year with a journey of discovery and surprise! In the bustling world we live in, it’s easy to get caught up in the surface level of interactions, often missing unique quirks and hidden facets that make each of us truly special. That’s why I’ve decided to take a step back and share something a little different today. In this post, I’m peeling back the layers to reveal “10 Little Known Things About Me” – a collection of unusual, quirky, and perhaps unexpected aspects of my life and personality that don’t usually make it into everyday conversation.

From my secret talents and odd hobbies to the small moments and choices that have shaped who I am, these tidbits offer a glimpse into the person behind the blog. Some may surprise you, others may make you smile, but all are threads in the intricate tapestry of my identity. So, grab your favorite beverage, settle in, and join me on this personal reveal of some lesser-known chapters of my story.

I am 14 years younger than my next oldest sibling.

My father was born in Romania and immigrated here in 1920.

I absolutely love small dogs. Mom even told me my first word was “…gee”, kid speak for doggie. Currently, I have a miniature Dachshund and a Cairn Terrier.

In 1973, I lived in Taiwan for 10 months.

While living in Taiwan, I went scuba diving several times, once I went 90 feet deep.

Later, I lived in Germany for over 5 years.

I skied Titlis on my first Alpine ski adventure.

I now live a gluten-free, dairy-free life. Which has nothing to do with my world travels.

I routinely have acupuncture treatments.

1980 was the year I first learned about the SCA. I was living in Germany and saw a few televised demos on the Armed Forces TV Network (AFN).

And there you have it – a collection of 10 facts and stories that perhaps even my closest friends were unaware of. I hope you’ve enjoyed these snippets of my life that usually remain behind the scenes. Each of these little known things about me is a reminder that we all carry a universe of stories, experiences, and quirks within us, waiting to be shared.

In sharing these parts of myself, I invite you to reflect on your own unique journey. What are the little known facts about you that make you, well, you? If you like, feel free to share them in the comments below. Remember, it’s these small, often overlooked pieces of our lives that form the tapestry of our individuality.