LJ Idol, Week 0 - Who am I?
This week is a non-elimination round for LJ Idol, kind of a chance for people to get to know one another and get their writing styles out there. So, in typical Amber fashion, I'm not putting too much thought into it and just jumping in to let whatever come out that wants to. (Yeah, me, impulsive much?!)
My name is Amber. It is a jewel name, being a semi-precious gem. And like a gem, I have many facets.
Look at the first facet. I am a mother. And I'm PROUD that I'm a mother. I've got a truly amazing little boy who lights up my life and frustrates me to no end. And I wouldn't have it any other way. I'm glad of the time I get to spend with him - so many mothers don't have the option to stay home with their little ones. I get to be with him all day. Granted, I do work nights and there are so many things that I do miss. But I'm lucky for the time I have with him.
Turn the jewel a little in your hand and look into the next facet. You see a singer. Not professionally, but socially. And I have a good voice. Singing helps to center me and it helps me release emotions when nothing else can. And at one point (though sadly no longer), I could hit the Phantom E.
The next turn reveals that I'm a writer. Again, not professionally, but I write for the various online games I'm in. I am the member of many online communities and I write there. Sometimes the writing is boring, but sometimes it brings out a shine that wasn't seen before.
Another twist of the gem reveals the role-player. I don't game as much as I used to. There are only so many hours in the day. But I still find my time to relax and let myself be someone else for a little while.
If you look closely on this side, you'll find the reader. I have 5 bookshelves and two under bed boxes filled with books. I am loathe to get rid of any because I love to re-read them as often as possible. I love my books.
Look! That facet shows me as a wife. And I like to think a pretty good one. I support Rich in everything, yet I'm not afraid to tell him when he's making a mistake.
Stare into the next face and you'll find a friend. And again, I like to think a pretty good one. I'm still learning how to both give of myself and keep enough behind for myself. But I try never to leave a friend in need hanging.
The next facet lies close to the last. It shows me as an advice-giver. I've never taken a psychology class, nor read a book on the subject, but I seem to be good at giving advice. I just seem to have a knack for the right thing to say or do at any particular time.And I don't get upset if my advice is not taken. Because there are many ways.
You'll need to turn it 90 degrees to the the amateur Ripperologist. I have studied Jack the Ripper and the cases he's been charged with more than anyone I know personally. This, I have reference books on.
One of the larger sides is Amber, the sexual being. I love sex and love discussing it. I'm not afraid of my sexuality.
Sometimes you can see a glint of a baker. The bowl under my hands, the spoon spinning the batter, trying new recipes and creating new things. When I have a chance to make something yummy to share, I feel at home.
Another turn reveals the agnostic. I believe very strongly that something is out there, guiding us, helping us, leading us forward. But I can't figure out what it exactly is. I can't see how only one way can be right and all the rest "wrong".
One more turn shows the dreamer. I always imagine the possibility of what might be.
And trapped within it all (it is Amber, after all) is the Pisces. I'm emotional, caring, a dreamer. I swim in two directions at once almost all of the time. I'm empathic. I believe. It is the heart of who I am and what brings everything else into focus.
If you're interested in signing up for LJ Idol, you have until Friday. You can sign up here.
My name is Amber. It is a jewel name, being a semi-precious gem. And like a gem, I have many facets.
Look at the first facet. I am a mother. And I'm PROUD that I'm a mother. I've got a truly amazing little boy who lights up my life and frustrates me to no end. And I wouldn't have it any other way. I'm glad of the time I get to spend with him - so many mothers don't have the option to stay home with their little ones. I get to be with him all day. Granted, I do work nights and there are so many things that I do miss. But I'm lucky for the time I have with him.
Turn the jewel a little in your hand and look into the next facet. You see a singer. Not professionally, but socially. And I have a good voice. Singing helps to center me and it helps me release emotions when nothing else can. And at one point (though sadly no longer), I could hit the Phantom E.
The next turn reveals that I'm a writer. Again, not professionally, but I write for the various online games I'm in. I am the member of many online communities and I write there. Sometimes the writing is boring, but sometimes it brings out a shine that wasn't seen before.
Another twist of the gem reveals the role-player. I don't game as much as I used to. There are only so many hours in the day. But I still find my time to relax and let myself be someone else for a little while.
If you look closely on this side, you'll find the reader. I have 5 bookshelves and two under bed boxes filled with books. I am loathe to get rid of any because I love to re-read them as often as possible. I love my books.
Look! That facet shows me as a wife. And I like to think a pretty good one. I support Rich in everything, yet I'm not afraid to tell him when he's making a mistake.
Stare into the next face and you'll find a friend. And again, I like to think a pretty good one. I'm still learning how to both give of myself and keep enough behind for myself. But I try never to leave a friend in need hanging.
The next facet lies close to the last. It shows me as an advice-giver. I've never taken a psychology class, nor read a book on the subject, but I seem to be good at giving advice. I just seem to have a knack for the right thing to say or do at any particular time.And I don't get upset if my advice is not taken. Because there are many ways.
You'll need to turn it 90 degrees to the the amateur Ripperologist. I have studied Jack the Ripper and the cases he's been charged with more than anyone I know personally. This, I have reference books on.
One of the larger sides is Amber, the sexual being. I love sex and love discussing it. I'm not afraid of my sexuality.
Sometimes you can see a glint of a baker. The bowl under my hands, the spoon spinning the batter, trying new recipes and creating new things. When I have a chance to make something yummy to share, I feel at home.
Another turn reveals the agnostic. I believe very strongly that something is out there, guiding us, helping us, leading us forward. But I can't figure out what it exactly is. I can't see how only one way can be right and all the rest "wrong".
One more turn shows the dreamer. I always imagine the possibility of what might be.
And trapped within it all (it is Amber, after all) is the Pisces. I'm emotional, caring, a dreamer. I swim in two directions at once almost all of the time. I'm empathic. I believe. It is the heart of who I am and what brings everything else into focus.
If you're interested in signing up for LJ Idol, you have until Friday. You can sign up here.