If there was a biography about you, what would the title be?

It would be titled:

“The Brightest Light”

It would start from the very beginning describing my parents and the environment I was raised in. It would go into detail about my trials and tribulations and how I triumphantly came out on top despite of.

Of course my many successes would be highlighted including the testimonies from all the people I encountered in my lifetime. They’d beautifully describe how I made them feel and/or how I impacted their life.

I’d like it to be as real and authentic as possible so the outliers should be included. They’d probably drag me from their heart straight to the pits of hell but hey, just because I’m a good person doesn’t mean I’m perfect.

But in the end of it all it would be a masterpiece. Probably one of the greatest stories ever told about one of the greatest people to ever exist.

What were your parents doing at your age?

My parents were doing life together with two children at my age but not really “together.” They were married but not “married.” They owned a home and my mom was a stay at home wife.

Everything else is HIS/HERstory.

Tell us one thing you hope people say about you.

First and foremost I hope people will be honest.

Being able to accurately translate my heart is indeed a love language that I could only hope others speak fluently.

I hope people are honest about the version of me they know, the versions will vary person by person because well, I’ve made it a point to grow.

Some may not recognize me.

I hope all or at least most say good things of course, things like I was kind hearted, good spirited and that I inspired their own, growth.

What is something others do that sparks your admiration?

I can tell when people are being themselves. Authenticity is rare so when I see people loving themselves and being true to who they are, it’s truly inspiring. In a world like today I can understand how hard it could be to not be tempted to pretend to be someone you’re not to either be accepted or even seen. The people that just don’t “give a fuck” I cheer for. The ones who break rules to create better ones and the ones who beat to their own drum to make the music they like are my kind of people.

Admirable are the ones who do shit scared.

What is your favorite place to go in your city?

It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas 🎄 !

Not really, here in Illinois where it should be 30 and below with 17inches of snow, it’s 60 degrees and sunny.

Around this time is when they light the big Christmas tree at Millennium Park and open the German market called Christkindlemarkt. They decorate the streets, people flood the stores to shop and everyone is ready to dive head first right into the winter activities. It’s pretty magical.

What’s the first impression you want to give people?

I know first impressions matter but I can’t find it anywhere in me to care.

Not even in situations where I SHOULD care, like first dates or interviews.

I dress accordingly and I let my seven personalities shine all at once and I just cross my fingers hoping someone likes at least one.

Just kidding (or am I?)

In all seriousness, Id like my first impression to be that of something, memorable. If I’m looking to make a good first impression I typically aim to evoke a particular feeling as they tend to have a more lasting effect than just what kind of shoes I had on.

I figure if I make someone have “good” feelings it’s likely:

A. They’ll remember me and/or

B. They’ll want to be around me again

I don’t think just because I dressed nice or gave them direct eye contact that’ll make me “stand out” it can enhance the impression but I think

First good feelings last longer.