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This time I’m only one day late!  My Monday Truths posted on a Tuesday

Here are the answers for 15-21

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15. Something or someone you couldn’t live without, because you’ve tried living without it.
– I think we can all adjust to not living with something or someone. Are there people I would strongly have with me? Hell yes. Are their things that I depend on? Of course, but we adapt to what life throws at us.

16. Someone or something you definitely could live without. I could live without hatred, narrow mindedness, wars, prejudice and injustice.

17. A book you’ve read that changed your views on something
– Jenni said that A Million Little Pieces by James Frey is a good book to read to get a better understanding of addiction. It is one of the books on my Must Read list.

18. Your views on gay marriage
– Love is love. It shouldn’t matter the color of your skin or the sex of the couple. The End.

19. What do you think of religion? Or what do you think of politics?
– I respect people’s beliefs no matter what they are. I don’t air my thoughts in heated discussions because in most cases it’s not going to change what the other person thinks. I believe in some type of God. I was raised Catholic but I don’t belong to a Catholic church. I’ve done reading on Buddhism and other Eastern religions. I’m put-off by organized religion because sometimes it feels as if it’s all about the money. During election times I’m much more vocal on my political beliefs. I’m not conservative; I believe in gay marriage/adoption, the right to choose, health care for everyone, etc.

20. Your views on drugs and alcohol
– I think Marijuana should probably be legalized and not because I use it regularly. I think drinking is fun occasionally and I get shitfaced about once a year. Alcohol can ruin your life, so moderation is the key. The things that drugs can do to a person’s life can be a tragedy.

21. (scenario) Your best friend is in a car accident and you two got into a fight an hour before. What do you do?
– Get to the hospital ASAP, think about the fight afterward. My best friends are my lifeline. They are with me when I’m down and neurotic and when I’m on top of the world. I don’t think there is much that would keep me from going to the hospital.

I saw 30 Days of Truth over at Jenni and Krysten’s blogs.

Haha I love that I said I was going to do this every Monday and here it is, definitely not Monday.  In my defense there has been a lot going on and I’m not very good at writing posts in advance.  So here is the second part just a little bit late…

Here are the answers for 8-14

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8. Someone who made your life hell, or treated you like shit.
– Um my douchebag boyfriend that I had from the time I was 18-21. I don’t want to give him more thought than I need to but he was verbally abusive and threatened to commit suicide when I tried to break up with him multiple times. It’s a shame I wasted so much time with him.

9. Someone you didn’t want to let go, but just drifted.
– I have a few friends that I just drifted away from.  Life changes and with it sometimes so do the people that you were close to.

10. Someone you need to let go, or wish you didn’t know.
– There isn’t anyone that I wish I didn’t know because I think people come into your life for a reason. At one point I’d have definite answer for someone I needed to let go but the saying is true, time does make you forget. Even if it’s a little at a time.

11. Something people seem to compliment you the most on.
– My skin, eyes and teeth, my ability to break boards and how behaved my dogs can be.

12. Something you never get compliments on.
– My singing voice, creativity or makeup.

13. A band or artist that has gotten you through some tough ass days. (write a letter.)
– Dear Three Days Grace,
You are by far not my favorite band but on the days that I was angry and confused your music really helped me through. It doesn’t hurt that they can be screamed at the top of my lungs while I’m throwing shit across the room while venting my frustrations.
Thank you,
Ria

14. A hero that has let you down
– I don’t know if I have a hero…does this make me a bad person? Who are your heroes?

I saw 30 Days of Truth over at Jenni and Krysten’s blogs.

I saw 30 Days of Truth over at Jenni and Krysten’s blogs. I think I’m going to use it to get myself into writing regularly again. Play along if it sounds interesting to you too. I don’t want to be accountable for posting 30 days straight so I’m going to go with something much easier for me, posting Truths on Monday.

Here are the answers for 1-7

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1. Something you hate about yourself – I tend to bottle the really important stuff inside.  Sometimes I don’t believe that what I have to say is important, so I don’t say anything at all.  This also back fires a lot when I expect people to understand what I’m saying without fully explaining myself.

2. Something you love about yourself – I am my friends/family’s cheerleader.  I will pep talk you until I’m blue in the face.  I’m really nonjudgmental so if you are looking for the angel to respond to the devil on your shoulder I’m probably not the one you should call.

I also am proud of myself for being active and semi-athletic.

3. Something you have to forgive yourself for – I’m extremely good at “out of sight, out of mind”.  I truly believe that life is full of gray areas and mistakes.  The best we can do is try and learn from the things we do wrong, and sometimes it takes a couple tries.

4. Something you have to forgive someone for – I’m working on forgiving my Grams for being a complete and utter disappointment.  I need to realize that she will never be who I need her to be and she will never put me before my cousins, ever.  I’m not good at holding grudges, so I let her step all over me.

5. Something you hope to do in your life – I hope to travel to Asia.

6. Something you hope you never have to do – I hope I never have to see my dad go through health issues like my mom did.  It’s hard to watch someone you love be in pain.

7. Someone who has made your life worth living for – I believe you should live for yourself, but how could I not live for my parents?  The people who brought me into the world and help mold me into the person I am today?  I think that the love and adoration my parents give me are the number one reason why life doesn’t hold me down.  I never doubt being wanted or loved so whatever happens in my life I know it’s going to be ok.  I had some dark times that could have damaged or held me back, but having that much light and love in my life makes it impossible.