Here are some simple facts about me and other issues I work with.

Facts:

1.) I'm a weird woman, and pretty proud of it! Why should I want to be like everyone else? Diversity is to be embraced; tolerance is wanted, but never expected.

2.) I am a born again Christian. If that's a problem for you, then it is your problem, and not mine. I love my God, His Son, and The Holy Spirit, and I am not afraid to tell you so, but also do not expect me to beat you over the head with the Bible. That's not how I am, therefore it would be wrong of you to assume that I am like the sterotypes. Ask and I am more than happy to share more about my relationship with The Lord, but if we meet and have a meal together I will definitely not badger you about my beliefs, nor would I like to be badgered by yours. Respect is something that many Christians fail to have for those who are not believers. It is not for me to judge anyone else. Just love them.

3.) I've been made fun of for a lot of things, from my beliefs, to the music I enjoy listening to, to the way I look. If I worried about what others thought of me all the time I would be miserable and being miserable sucks. I answer to The Lord and myself, and no one else. If you do not like me, then don't associate with me. That's your choice the same as it would be mine to find those more open minded and respectful to be friends with.

4.) I'm a lot stronger physically than I appear. I have picked up a man and thrown him across a room before (my ex-husband; he was drunk and being abusive). Let's just say I can and will defend myself very effectively if need be.

5.) I am very fond of the study of English Monarchy, the Tudor Dynasty specifically. Queen Elizabeth I is one of my heroes. She was one incredible woman!

6.) Cable TV is NOT a utility! You'd be surprised how many people think that it is.

7.) Customer service reps do write stuff about you in your account file, people! If you act crappy to us, we will say so and we do not have to do anything to help you if you are abusive during the call.

8.) Screaming at a cable rep is useless. Get a grip, get your temper in check, take a breath and talk to us like a human being, not a rabid bear on crack.

9.) Your past due bill is not the cable company's fault. Yes, cable is expensive, but it is a luxury not a necessity. Cut down on your services to get caught up, and yes, you can get on a new promotion if you do an upgrade on a service or add a new service. Cable companies are a business, not a charity. If you threaten to go elsewhere, we already know this is your attempt to make us give you a promotion. If you seriously want to get a dish because you cannot afford cable, then get one already! Satellite is no different in their prices once the promotion/contract ends. If you aren't happy with them, good luck getting out of the contract without paying hundreds of dollars out the nose. You'll still have a bill to pay, and they will not be any less expecting of payment than the cable company or any of your ultilities are.

10.) Saying "you people" to a cable rep is pretty lame, okay? I hear it so many times daily I may just change my name to "You People" just so I can pretend to take it personally like you want me to.

11.) Being friends with a rock star is a lot like walking through a mine field. Step carefully and you'll probably still be around to see another show.

12.) Fans of any rock band need to keep in mind that pursuing friendships with any one member of the band could lead to emotional harm, especially if you put too much of yourself into the pursuit. If you add in gossip, manipulation, and defamation against other fans or the band then you're downfall may just be so hard it'll take you years to recover from the damage you did. It's best to not pursue at all. Just enjoy the band and their music from afar and you'll be safe and sound, people.

13.) Rock stars are a lot like children. They are a lot of fun to be with and love to play, but if they are not happy, prepare for the tantrum.

14.) Rock stars are not perfect by any means. Most are men, and men do stupid things while on the road (okay, and the female rock stars do, too). If they are married, they usually will cheat on their spouses while on tour (I do know a couple who personally chose not to).

15.) Rock star girlfriends/spouses also should never assume their man is without fault or will never cheat on them. Especially if they became rock star girlfriends/spouses by way of infidelity in the first place. What comes around can definitely go around again, folks, and if you are naive enough to assume your rock star won't screw around on you while touring, then you are in for some serious heartbreak in the future. Maybe you'll be one of the lucky ones, but I doubt it.

16.) Infidelity is stupid in general and is a very serious character flaw. How in the world can you command respect if you cannot even respect your wife/husband/girlfriend/boyfriend enough to stay faithful to them?

17.) About 90% of your fellow drivers probably think you drive like an idiot. Some of them might actually be right depending on the situation.

18.) No animal ever deserves to be harmed because you do not like the noise they're making. If it belongs to you and you can't take the noises, call the ASPCA. They will help you re-home the animal. It's just that simple. You kill an animal over something so stupid, you deserve the maximum penalty the law allows...or worse. Personally, I think your punishment should fit the crime.

19.) Obesity is not a disease. It is a condition usually brought on by those who cannot control their eating habits and do not get up and move enough to burn off all the damage. If it were a disease I would be taking medications to cure it. Some people have other medical conditions that make it hard to lose weight or cause weight gain.

20.) Sometimes it is necessary to defend your dinner from a curious and hungry African Grey Parrot! (My parrot loves to eat just about anything I love to eat. I have to hide my plate from him if he knows I am eating a meal! LOL)

21.) Iron Chef (the original and America) totally ROCKS! I can cook, but not like these guys! My Favorite Iron Chef is Cat Cora. She's incredible!

22.) Botox is poison, age is a part of life, and you are only as old as you allow yourself to be. Age is a number, people. It's how you react to that number that decides whether or not you are truly "old."

23.) Never ever underestimate anyone. Assuming someone is capable or incapable of anything only puts YOU at the disadvantage.

24.) The Internet is a major cause of stress and depression if all you do is stay on it all the time. Take a time out and find other things to do with your time and I think you'll find your Internet journey a lot more enjoyable when you return to the computer.

25.) It's way too easy to get addicted to computer games. I find it especially hard to resist the ones on Facebook. They're fun!