An apple a day keeps anyone away...
Basic Info
Name: Elizabeth
Age: 18
Gender: Female
Would you prefer that your stamp be of the same gender as you?: I don't mind either way.
About Me
What are your three best traits?:
Hard Working: I'm extremely competitive, and once I see someone in front of me, I put a lot of work and effort in to catch up with them. I'm also in for the long haul when it comes to working hard; I don't expect instant gratification. Over the years, I've played a lot of sports, and I've seen just how far hard work can take you.
Smart: I seriously love to learn. I love reading and I love discovering new vocab words. Some people hate school, or only enjoy it because their friends are there. On the other hand, I like going to school because I get to learn new things everyday. (Plus, my grades aren't too shabby.)
Loyal: Once you have wormed your way into my heart, I will do practically anything for you. It's pretty plain and simple.
What are your three worst traits?:
Argumentative: When I get into an argument, I really get into an argument. Generally, I simply refuse to stop until I feel I've won.
Critical: I have a major tendency to be over critical. My mom gets mad at me for it all the time, and basically told me to stay away from my brother's homework, because I can be really brutal about correcting things.
Proud: On occasion, I've been called an elitist. I'm really not that bad, but that might get the point across. I don't like to brag openly about my accomplishments, because I don't feel the need to receive recognition from everyone around me. However, that doesn't really stop me from thinking things in my head.
Likes?: Rainy days, books, music, running, a good sense of humor.
Dislikes?: People who blatantly disregard authority, messes, large crowds, bad grammar.
How are you under stress? Are you calm or do you freak out a bit?: I'm generally a pretty calm person, however, I also might have a touch of OCD. That coupled with a stressful situation in which something is not in my control or not up to my standards causes me some anxiety. But when I do kind of freak out, I hardly ever let it show. I keep it locked up so that the people around me have a level head to count on.
Are you more likely to help yourself or to help others?: It would probably depend on the situation, but I think that more often than not, I tend to help other people over actually helping myself.
What would you do with a million dollars?: I would definitely put some of that money in the bank and save for the future. Then I'd pay for college, so that my parents wouldn't have to, and then I'd probably take part of my family on vacation somewhere.
Castle Specific
If you had to pick one character to go with you to a deserted island, who would it be and why?: This is a hard decision, but I'd probably have to go with Beckett. Yes, Castle would be great to have. He would keep me wildly entertained and I would never stop laughing. But at a certain point, I would want to get off the island. I would need someone grounded and realistic to help me come up with a plan to be rescued. I think upon reaching this part, Castle might begin to grate my nerves, simply because I would want a planner and he'd just want to be a jokester.
Who's your favorite character and why?: Beckett. She's strong and dedicated and witty. She's one of the best in a heavily male profession, and she doesn't let the guys intimidate her. She's logical, but she doesn't mind an occasional off-the-wall theory from Castle. Basically, I think she is one heck of a role model.
Who's your least favorite character and why?: I was leaning towards Gates, but then I thought about it, and she really doesn't bother me as much as she did at the beginning of the season. That speech she gave Beckett about how basically half her family were cops kind of changed my perception of her. I can say though, that both of Castle's ex-wives drive me up the wall. Meredith is way too unstable and flighty, and why on earth did she think she could be a mother? Gina...I don't know why Gina annoys me. She just does. Everytime I see her I cringe a little bit.
Either/Or
Leader or Follower?: I'm a leader when I need to be. Other times, I prefer to be out of the spotlight.
Optimist or Pessimist?: Pessimist all the way.
Social or Anti-Social?: Anti-Social. I can really only be around large groups of people for so long. Once I hit my limit for socializing I become kind of cranky, and I retreat to my room as soon as possible.
Impulsive or Cautious?: Cautious. I honestly think things through so many times.
Justice or Compassion?: A little of both? Although, I'd probably lean more toward justice.
Introverted or Extroverted?: Introverted. Around people I know really well I do come out of my shell, but it's hard for me to feel completely comfortable in sharing my true feelings.
Serious or Funny?: To people who don't know me I probably appear deathly serious, but I'm sarcastic and have an extremely dry sense of humor.
Links
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1. http://castlestamping.livejournal.com/2082.html#cutid1
2. http://castlestamping.livejournal.com/1515.html#cutid1
Anything else that you'd like to share?: Not really. I'm extremely excited this community exists though, and thanks to anyone who comments.