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1. First name? Marvilla
2. Surname? Pickens
3. Middle names? Ruth
4. Nicknames? Marty, Marvie, Marvelous
5. Date of birth? 12/22/1976
6. Age? 47 for now
These questions might be a little too personal for some to put out in public view. An identity is too easily stolen these days. I do however think these are great questions to ask about yourself or getting to know close family or friends. But you can't blame people for being to careful. This is why I have not answered these questions until December.

Physical / Appearance

1. Height? 5ft 4in
2. Weight? 231 pounds (too much)
3. Build? heavy
4. Hairstyleir colour? strawberry brunette
5. Hairstyle? long
6. Eye colour? hazel
7. Eye Shape? Not sure how to answer.
8. Glasses or contact lenses? glasses
9. Distinguishing facial features? moles and dimples
10. Which facial feature is most prominent? eyes/smile
11. Which bodily feature is most prominent? Boobs
12. Other distinguishing features? flat butt
13. Skin? white
14. Hands? short stubby
15. Makeup? sometimes but rarely
16. Scars? One on back of right shoulder and a few others that aren't that distinguishable
17. Birthmarks? A very light 4 leaf clover on back of right hand
18. Tattoos? not yet, but would love to get one of an eagle or 2 soaring.
19. Physical handicaps? As I get older, I am developing them.
20. Type of clothes? fun/comfortable
21. How do they wear their clothes? comfortably
22. What are their feet like? (type of shoes, state of shoes, socks, feet, pristine, dirty, worn, etc) dry, average, curved toes, hate wearing socks but do as needed, prefer sandals
23. Race / Ethnicity? white
24. Mannerisms? nice
25. Are they in good health? Well, not as good as I'd like.
26. Do they have any disabilities? same as question 19.

Personality

1. What words or phrases do they overuse? You know, Know what I mean?
2. Do they have a catchphrase? Whatever works
3. Are they more optimistic or pessimistic? optimistic
4. Are they introverted or extroverted? a little of both
5. Do they ever put on airs? try not to
6. What bad habits do they have? Shhh! We won't discuss those.
7. What makes them laugh out loud? a dry sense of humor
8. How do they display affection? carefully and by caring for others, giving them what they need.
9. Mental handicaps? depression, brain fog
10. How do they want to be seen by others? As a good example to follow, a mentor.
11. How do they see themselves? as a good person
12. How are they seen by others? kind
13. Strongest character trait? not sure
14. Weakest character trait? temper/sarcasm
15. How competitive are they? Just enough
16. Do they make snap judgments or take time to consider? Depends on the situation
17. How do they react to praise? Try to be humble about
18. How do they react to criticism? Depends on how its delivered
19. What is their greatest fear? Being trapped in a bad relationship with no way out.
20. What are their biggest secrets? If I tell, they aren't secrets anymore.
21. What is their philosophy of life? To Try to live by loving others and doing as much good as I can to as many people as I can.
22. When was the last time they cried? a couple of days ago
23. What haunts them? Many tough times
24. What are their political views? Not sure of them myself at this moment.
25. What will they stand up for? What I believe is right and those who are being abused
26. Who do they quote? Dr. Sues and the Bible. LOL
27. Are they indoorsy or outdoorsy? indoorsy, too many allergies, but do love the outdoors
28. What is their sinful little habit? Hmm! I thought this was included in my secrets. Cursing.
29. What sense do they most rely on? touch and sight and hearing
30. How do they treat people better than them? The same as any one
31. How do they treat people worse than them? The same as any one
32. What quality do they most value in a friend? honesty
33. What do they consider an overrated virtue? Is any virtue overrated? I don't know.
34. If they could change one thing about themselves, what would it be? There would be a lot I would change if I knew in my teens and twenties what I know now.
35. What is their obsession? I have OCD. What do I not obsess over?
36. What are their pet peeves? Narcissistic abusers
37. What are their idiosyncrasies? I have quite a few.

Friends and Family

1. Is their family big or small? Small
Who does it consist of? I was an only child. My parents had big families, but a lot of my family members have died or I don't have much contact with.
2. What is their perception of family? Family should be the people you can rely on most. Unfortunately, that's not always the case. They can also be the ones who hurt you the most and are most likely to betray you because you have higher expectations of them.
3. Do they have siblings? Older or younger? NOPE and N/A
4. Describe their best friend. quiet and polar opposite.
5. Ideal best friend? The one I have
6. Describe their other friends. Most are fun to be around and outgoing.
7. Describe their acquaintances. a variety
8. Do they have any pets? 2 dogs
9. Who are their natural allies? my best friend
10. Who are their surprising allies? a secret friend


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Blog Prompt: What is your favorite way to give God praise? Take a moment to praise him and write about giving him praise.

Answer: I love to praise God by prayer and recalling his promises in Scripture. I love to remind myself who he is and what he is capable of. I love to praise him in song. I haven't tried praise dancing, but it is definitely something I am interested in trying. I would also love to lead others in praise of him. I give thanks.

Prayer prompt: Pray for your neighbor and family.

Dear Heavenly Father,
Thanks for all you have provided. Please bless the neighbors and their families. Provide their needs and protect them from illness or injury.
In Christ's name,
Amen

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Do you know the Santa Claus's history? Did you read books, watch television or google his background? What stories did you tell your children?

I've included a link in case you don't know the story.

This discussion could get very interesting. I read the link provided, and it was a good refreshing to the memory. There are many tales about how Santa Claus became who he is known as today. I have watched many documentaries. There are also tales of how he also derived from a pagan tradition as well. Here is a link to some information on that as well. https://historycooperative.org/pagan-origins-of-christmas/

I personally wasn't allowed to believe in Santa as a child. I am not disappointed in that. I knew who he was but wasn't told any lies about him either. I was devastated when I found out the tooth fairy was actually my parents. I felt lied to and betrayed. I also wasn't allowed to believe in the Easter bunny. Saint Nick does have quite the story and legend. I guess it is up to each individual what they choose to believe about him. There are so many stories. Who knows what is to truly believe?

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On this day in 1955, New York psychologist Joyce Brothers wins "$64,000 Question" with topic of boxing. If you were playing the 64,000 game and could choose your category what would you chose? Why?

I would choose the Bible category just because I am very knowledgeable in that area. I also enjoy science and medical trivia. Food or animals would also be good. I don't usually keep up with sports or tv. I might be able to answer some music or art questions.


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