Virgilianized

I am trying not to romanticize anything in my life. The sweet parts of my life include living on the median strip of boring and adapting to unexpected surprises- good and bad.

Jack told me his Myers-Briggs type is INTP. I was curious to see what my type is since it has been since HS when I first took the test; I am an ESFJ which is Extraversion, Sensing, Feeling and Judgment. Found here, http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/ESFJ, I am considered a Guardian Provider. Here is more straight from the source:

E – Extraversion preferred to introversion: ESFJs often feel motivated by their interaction with people. They tend to enjoy a wide circle of acquaintances, and they gain energy in social situations (whereas introverts expend energy).
S – Sensing preferred to intuition: ESFJs tend to be more concrete than abstract. They focus their attention on the details rather than the big picture, and on immediate realities rather than future possibilities.
F – Feeling preferred to Thinking: ESFJs tend to value personal considerations above objective criteria. When making decisions, they often give more weight to social implications than to logic.
J – Judgment preferred to Perception: ESFJs tend to plan their activities and make decisions early. They derive a sense of control through predictability.

ESFJs focus on the outside world and assess their experiences subjectively. They largely base their judgments on their belief system and on the effects of actions on people. ESFJs are literal and concrete, trusting the specific, factual information gathered through their physiological senses.

ESFJs project warmth through a genuine interest in the well-being of others. They are often skilled at bringing out the best in people, and they want to understand other points of view. They are serious about their responsibilities, seeing what needs to be done and then doing it. Generally proficient at detailed tasks, they enjoy doing little things that make life easier for others. They value tradition and the security it offers.

Easily hurt, ESFJs seek approval. They take pleasure in other people's happiness. They give generously but expect appreciation in return. Sensitive to the physical needs of others, they respond by offering practical care. As expert people readers, ESFJs often adapt their manner to meet the expectations of others. However, they may have difficulty recognizing the shortcomings of loved ones.

ESFJs tend to be vocal in expressing their sense of right and wrong. Their value system derives from the external standards defined by their community, as opposed to a personal set of ethics. (This is one of the traits that distinguishes them from their ENFJ counterparts.) ESFJs raised in an environment of high ethical standards tend to display true generosity and kindness.

ESFJs seek structured, controlled environments, and tend to be good at creating a sense of order. They generally feel insecure in an atmosphere of uncertainty.

This is only a test and I am not a person who can fit neatly into some labeled box, but I hope this gives you some insight into the kind of person I am a lot of the time :)

Tidbits about me, from me:
My favorite artists are Mary Blair, Alphonse Mucha, Kelly Wearstler, and Heather Bailey. My idols are Gwen Stefani and Gwyneth Paltrow. Some of my favorite movies involve actress Alison Lohman- Big Fish, Flicka, Matchstick Men and White Oleander, with the later movie changing my perception of my relationship with my mother very drastically (for the better). I want to read the book.
One of my most prized possessions is my grandmother's class ring from Granite HS in 1937. My grandfather let me choose a piece from my deceased grandmother's collection once I was to be married. I wasn't the oldest grandchild, so many others got to choose pieces before me including my sister. I was surprised when something so precious was left but I didn't argue with their choices. I didn't hold it against anyone who chose other amazing pieces, I actually welcomed the fact that I believe I was meant to hold this ring proudly on my finger and let it live in the place she did, SLC. It is my only living connection to my grandmother besides her blood which flows through me- two very powerful things which I possess.


Amy xoxo

"The Sound of Winter"
by Bush

Mind strong, Body strong
Try to find equilibrium
Head straight, screwed on
Been screwed up for too long

I don't want to lean on the waves
I watch the storm evaporate
I think of you in starry skies
I keep you so alive

Let's walk through the fire together
Disappear in the golden sands

It's all in your face
I see you break
It's like the sound of winter
The bleeding love, the silent escape
You've got to hang on to yourself
It's like the sound of winter

Medusa smiles, Judas lips
Open arms and finger tips
Love bites and recompense
I'll be with you until the end
Let's walk through the fire together
Disappear in the golden sands

It's all in your face
I see you break
It's like the sound of winter
The bleeding love, the silent escape
You've got to hang on to yourself

It's all in your face
I see you break
It's like the sound of winter
The bleeding love, the silent escape
You've got to hang on to yourself

It's like the sound of winter

Ps Moneyball with Brad Pitt is a great movie, see it! He looks like a cross between Robert Redford and Benicio Del Torro