27 Possibly interesting things about me:
- I feel really young (let’s just leave it at that).
- My wife and I fell in love-at-first-sight. She’s my constant companion when we aren’t working.
- I’m a Californian who was raised in the Midwest.
- Living in California is interesting – it’s one of the most remarkable states in the country with its incredibly varied geography and climatology, but it’s very expensive.
- I’m the second oldest of seven, and have thirty-something nieces and nephews. There is never conflict in our family
. - I love kids. Our kids are grown and some have kids of their own.
- I really like books on a variety of subjects. But if you went through my shelves you’d see mostly art, inspiration, leadership, and design books.
- I’ve been told I use puns – to excess (I’m not sure I agree with that though!).
- Music is wonderful – I like just about all kinds, from jazz to hip-hop. I’ve even listened to some country music since my wife started sharing it with me.
- If I could meet someone past or present, it would be Leonardo da Vinci.
- I love technology (any kind), but it doesn’t always love me, and occasionally it’s downright perplexing.
- I’m mechanically inclined, and have completed numerous home improvement projects.
- Must love dogs in our house.
- I always wanted to play the drums.
- Due to some genetic mishap, I developed a phobia about flying, elevators, and bridges – AFTER I was 35. It’s not your fault, all of you ancestors on mom’s side of the family!
- I wear glasses whenever I’m awake, even though my eyesight isn’t that bad. I just can’t put something on my eyeballs (contacts).
- I love to go to the movie theater – with my bride – when a movie first comes out. My preference is romantic comedies or action/adventure.
- I like water – swimming and surfing. Some prefer the ocean vs. mountains and vice-versa – it’s the ocean for me.
- I am very analytical, but there is also a strong creative flow that also comes out – not as much as I would like, though. Blogging has been a good way to express myself.
- Fall is my favorite time of year. Ideal weather – 75 degrees F. and sunny. I like snow – in pictures and on television.
- My faith is very important to me. I’m a Christian, but far from perfect.
- I love photography, but most of my family doesn’t want to be around when I have a cameraL. I will take hundreds of photos on a vacation – guaranteed; too afraid there’s something that won’t be captured.
- I’m a dabbler – in the sense that I love so many topics and have a variety of interests. This can also be a distraction.
- I like getting dirty and sweaty, but at the end of the day, I need to step into the shower and clean up. (which is why I never liked camping).
- I’m lefthanded.
- Diet A&W, Diet Dr. Pepper (DDP), and Diet Pepsi are a food group – and one of my favorites!
- I love shopping on Amazon.
Mike, I enjoyed hearing your thoughts about leadership and chuckled over your thoughts about Chick flicks. (By the way, I don’t think it is ever safe to comment on another woman’s appearance to one’s spouse or anyone who might know one’s spouse.)
Very interesting! The list approach isn’t something I’ve seen a lot of- I recall in your OC post that you were looking for what hasn’t been done before- I think this counts!
I probably should change my “About” page up. I say I’m a humor blog but I say it in such an un-funny way. haha!
Thanks for the feedback, Tricia! I hope it works. For the record, I like your About page. You are funny, you have a lot of great parenting/craft/Laredo posts. I guess what I’m saying is … you offer more than just humor. You are also a resource to your local, and blogging, community!
As a fellow Californian derived from the Midwest, I gotta say, Uff-da!
Definitely an interesting list. I see several that beckon full-fledged stories…#2, for example. Do tell!
Thank you August! I may have to blog about #2 – it is an interesting story.
I quite agree with August I would love to hear about you meeting your wife for the first time (I love anything romantic) ill be looking forward to your next post.
I will have to do that, TJ. Thanks for stopping by.
Nice blog, thanks for sharing it – love the humor!
I’ve been having trouble finding good, humorous, interesting blogs to follow.. and it looks like you are the new winner! Just read your most recent post and “about me”! I enjoy puns so keep em coming!
Also seems like your humor might like my boyfriends humor..
http://sporadicthoughtsofcoco.wordpress.com/
(he doesn’t have too much yet, but he just started)
Thanks for stopping in, ftw. I checked out your link as well. Happy writing!
Nice blog, thanks for sharing it – love the humorous take on life.
Thanks for checking it out. Your pics on your blog are very good.
Oh thanks, stuff like that just makes my day!
I really enjoyed your blog. BTW, I am also one of seven kids, and a Midwestern transplant. I couldn’t decide between mountains and ocean, which is why I chose to live in Seattle–it has both. But to be honest, I only go into the water in Hawaii!
Thanks Naomi. Wow! Separated at birth
?? I’ve heard Seattle is gorgeous. I can understand not going into the water there.
I used to live in Seattle but i have recently move to beautiful Vero Beach with my dad
Wow, Florida? That’s quite a switch from the Northwest.
I think it’s really sweet you still call your wife your bride after all this time
Thanks, Natasha. She’s my girl! btw … I like your sense of humor on your blog.
Number 27 is great, very funny last fact!
Amazon is the best. The UPS driver just leaves the packages on the door and waves. He sees me a lot! Thanks for the kudos.
Thanks. I know … I should be drinking more water.
I too love shopping on Amazon – not that I love admitting that!
It’s okay … the first step is admitting we have a problem
!
Why Leonardo da Vinci? That is, why him in particular? Is there anything about him in particular that you find interesting (other than the fact that he was an all-around interesting guy)?
Jacob, thanks for the question. He was such an extra-extra-extraordinary person! His talent in art, science, perseverance, dedication were unparalleled. He was a visionary … I could go on for hours about LdV!
Wow love the way you express, i wrote something similar in the past : http://reeflections.wordpress.com/2009/04/30/you-think-you-know-me-eh/
That’s cool! I like your list. But … don’t be hitchhiking – it’s dangerous.
Loved reading this!
Must love dogs in our house too!
They’re so loyal, and love their people.
Thanks, TTD!
Wow… I can relate to too many of these – dad? (Woah, just kidding about that…. I hope)
1, 2 (first sight for me anyhow, she had to take a second glance), 6 (mine are not grown though) through 12, 19 through 21 (although I do love winter as well – mainly because it is fun to get warm), 23 through 26 (but, camping I can do for up to 2-maybe-3 days).
Son? … I mean drgiddy, I just done commenting on your blog. We think quite a bit alike. Good to make the connection!
Mike! Look at you! Your about page appears to be very popular, indeed! haha!
Must have been the good advice, Tricia! hehe
I must say, “WE HAVE A LOT COMMON!”
That’s scary! I’m a little crazy
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I am, too.
That’s perfectly fine with me.
Pleased to meet you, MJ!
The pleasure is mine, Sony!
I always wondered about left-hand diet dr. Pepper drinkers!
u gotta watch those guys!
You know that’s right, Kellie!
Enjoy your gift of time with your folks at Christmas.
Hey! Although you’ve already received it, Id like you to know that I gave you another nomination for the Versatile Blogger Award. Check it out here http://cathyespiritu.wordpress.com/2011/12/13/the-versatile-blogger-nomination/
Thank you very much, Cathy. Coming from you, it’s quite an honor, my new friend!
MJ, where are you living in California? I am your neighbor! I live in the L.A. area
Sorry, Cara, I just saw your comment. We live in the Sacramento area (Roseville).
You have been nominated for the Versatile Blogger Awards. Please check here…http://jenbeads.wordpress.com/versatileblogger…moi?
Of course you don’t have to do this all over agian.. lol
Thank you so very much. It is an honor anytime my fellow blogging professionals are so encouraging and the nomination is humbling, my friend. Thank you, again!
These were ALL interesting! Thank you for sharing, and for deciding to follow my blog. By the way, I think puns are totally under-appreciated
Amen, Caroline – puns are a WAY of life to me! Thank you for saying so. We pun-ishers are few and far between!
#8 — Use of puns is not a fault!
#26 — If you like Diet Pepsi, try Pepsi Max. I live on it.
#8 – Agreed, my friend. Cain’t never have enough puns!
#26 – haven’t tried Pepsi Max – what’s the draw there?
You will like my post of 12/24/10. I am not trying to promote my blog by leaving this comment here so delete my comment.
Carl, I hope you don’t mind if I leave this on here. Your post on that date shows a great pen. How did you get that? Very nice!
Thank you for your kind comments on my blog; I will enjoy poking around here, I can already tell.
And you too love Diet DP and shopping on Amazon? Kindred spirits I tell ya!
MJ
Thanks for dropping in MJ. Glad you like it.
BTW, I just got a package from Amazon today!
Look forward to reading your blog more.
and this post of yours inspired my post today
Thanks!
MJ
I love your About page. I might have to redo mine now!
I loved your post with facts about you and left a long comment on your blog. Don’t change your About page – I really like it.
Hi, I like how your About page is put together. It is not easy to create a unique one, but I think you did a good job.
Thank you very much, kind sir!
MJ,
Please join me in the protest against SOPA/PIPA. Visit my blog for more details. If you want to black out in protest as well, log into your dashboard, click “Settings” then “Protest SOPA/PIPA then select the option you wish.
Thanks,
Joe
Joe, I was too late to the party. I silently supported the protest!
I didn’t even get into it until I saw everything going black and then the little icons in the upper right on blogs. I’m so 20th century!! Nice, huh?
MJ!!! I had no idea you were freshly pressed a while back ago! This changes everything! You’ve reached the summit of the WordPress blogosphere! I feel inferior now, like I should call you “Sir” (I guess I should already do that officer) or “Almighty MJ”.
Congrats! Yes, I know it’s late but you know how the old saying goes…
Joe – Shhh … I don’t like that to leak out. Then people may actually think I know what I’m doing – and we know that isn’t true!
No “Sir”!! But you can call me MJ, Michael, Mike, Dude, etc., just don’t call me late to dinner.
Thanks for the kudos, but keep it on the DL or expectations could get too high!
Hi MJ Monaghan with a g! I found your blog through the other MJ. I love how one blog leads to another. I swear I could spend hours just poking around going from blog to blog. Yours is a good find and I look forward to reading more.
Wow, just saw this Jeanette! Better late than never, huh? I’m with you on checking out by “blog-hopping!” Thank you for stopping by. Greatly appreciated, fellow Monaghan (g-less).
Good to see you know yourself like as such…Can I also know you the same way? Though in my literature class, I was told to atke everything a person says of himself or herself with a a pinch of salt…
Peter, thank you for the comments. Your blog is very interesting, though the link did not take me there. I had to google your name and then found your blog.
For the most part, I am “an open book.” But you are correct, everything anyone says should be taken with a pinch of salt!
I nominated your blog for the One Lovely Blog award!
http://clipsnark.wordpress.com/2012/02/07/one-lovely-blog/
Thank you so much for the award. It is greatly appreciated!
Hi MJ. I’m sending you the Kreativ Blogger award because I enjoy reading your blog. I understand that some people are ambivalent about these awards, and that’s okay. I’m a bit ambivalent about them myself. But, if you’d like to participate, check out my blog for the award blurb. And thanks.
Wow, thank you so much for the honor Jeanette. Most gracious of you, my friend. And thank you fior stopping by and commenting to. Love to have you visit.
I love your new home.
Thank you, Sunshine! Still have furniture to move around.
Your new blog looks fabulous! You’ve also got a great list here…I lived in California for a couple years, LA area. The sun was very consistent
As a Seattlite wasn’t used to so much earthy affection. I look forward to seeing what you do here!
Thank you, Patrice. I didn’t know you were in LA previously.
Your blog is one of the most entertaining around. Glad I found it. And your “MJ Elf” is ready and waiting. Hope you like him
Thank you for the compliment. And I love “MJ Elf.” You are quite talented, my new friend!
Interesting!!
Is that a good interesting, Snigdha? hehe
MJ, I’ve nominated you for a Shine A Light Award for blogging, should you want to tell us some more random things about yourself. You can check my blog (3/10/12) on the award. Oscar
Oscar, I thanked you for the prestigious Shine a Light nomination on your blog, the other day, but wanted to be sure to get it on the record here as well. Thank you so much, my friend!
I was just going through Twitter and I noticed there were quite a few other Michael Monaghan’s…but yours struck me as interesting. You are a writer, I am trying to be a writer. You grew up in the Midwest, as did I. Your middle name appears to start with a J and so does mine (James). Other than that whole Fall thing we have similar tastes as well
I just thought I would drop you a line and say howdy to a fellow MJM’r
28. You love jokes
29. You LOVE taking pictures
You are wrong we do think your funny (sometimes)
and i have way better eye sight than you FGM with or without glasses as we have proven
Great additions, Tinca!
Hey, only sometimes??
Okay, maybe your eyesight is better! You could be right.
Thanks so much for the link, vixy!
Thank you for the link, MJ!