Day 2 - 20 facts about me

I always struggle with challenges such as these, where I have to give some facts about myself. Can I think of 20 things and if so will they be any good? Pressure! Well... here goes....

1. I love letters. Not bills and what not, I mean real, news filled letters. I have a handful of people whom I write to, and they write back in return. Alas, I am not very good at replying in a timely manner! I have had penpals since I was about 11 years old. Two of which were from Belarus. Their names were Tatiana and Irena. One of the highlights of their letters were the wee boxed stationery that they used to write on. I loved it so much.
2. I dislike sheep. Immensely.
3. I have 2 tattoos. One of a fairy, and one of a fox.
4. I love ducks and foxes. And Hairy Coos.
5. I think puns are severely underrated.
6. My favourite book is Jane Eyre.
7. My favourite author is more difficult... maybe Jasper Fforde... though the compilations of Irish tales by Sinead DeValera have a special place in my heart as do the stories of Eddie Lenihan
8. I want to see more of the world.
9. My favourite colour is purple
10. My favourite flowers are sunflowers, though daffodils are a close second
11. I live with a boy... and I love it. I am very lucky to have such a wonderful man in my life.
12. I get to be Auntie Lou to the most precious little lady in all of Scotland. Her giggle melts my heart and her excitement when she sees me is maybe the greatest thing in this world.
13. My favourite live artist is Foy Vance. His voice is unbelievable.
14. I have been to all the national parks in Utah.
15. I can't swim
16. One of my dreams is to see the Northern Lights
17. My favourite food is my granny's bacon and cabbage.
18. I love tea. It is just amazing. And wine. I love wine.
19. I own shares in two breweries. I also really like beer
20. I love to twirl.

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