Trying New Things…

Brian is always telling me that my taste buds are bland so I have been trying to explore the possibilities out there in many areas and not just food. Yes, I would rather have original potato chips, popcorn, ranch dressing, tee shirts, shoes, hairstyles, the list goes on. Jumping outside of my comfort zone is hard for me but paying off so far this year. I don’t really believe in “New Years Resolutions” but maybe this could be considered one for me this year.

I have found so far that I really like vinaigrette dressings of all sorts. Although I still love the ranch these are a healthier alternative and tasty at the same time. Today I even went to the extreme for me and tried calamari which I have been offered several times in the past but knowing it is squid has made me squeamish and yet to try. To my surprise it is not bad when cooked right. In my mind it reminded me of something that would be chewy like rubber. The only thing I can really compare it to would be the texture of shrimp but without the fishy flavor. Even Shawn liked it and ate several pieces. The next thing would be Mittens. The big question would be how I would do with a cat and allergies to them I was hesitant to say the least. But little Mittens has made my heart melt and found that he is staying as a member of our clan. I do struggle at times and Benadryl has come in handy more than once.

The next big step for me would be talking to people and letting them get to know me. I realize that this may sound very corny to most people but it is something I struggle with more than you know. Accepting a church calling was exciting but terrifying at the same time. Thinking that being a librarian would be the perfect fit for me I didn’t even hesitate. Always thinking it was more of an “elderly” position I felt a little odd but got past it. That was until I walked in and noticed that yes I will need to get to know people much better and not able to just sit on the back row and blend into the wall paper. I have found that many people already know my name and who I am so I guess I didn’t blend in too much. I just hope that no one is offended if they know me and I have to ask what their name is since I can’t remember.

So far into this year I have made some good steps forward and continuing to keep going no matter my fears – wish me luck!