Those 4 little things about Ellie

Hey there,

This week, my prof told us (as in the class) that we need to write a new draft about ourselves again. But this time, i'm going to surprise you all a little.

No, I will not be retelling my stories of when I was once ran over by a car by accident or when I almost got arrested while in foreign country. But I will be revealing the most interesting part about my life: the things that make me, me.

This here, is not only one of my most favorite pictures ever, but it was also taken by myself. To me, it represents a feeling of accomplishment. The idea of shoes and where they can take you really hits me to the core of my being. The thought that I wore those exact shoes every step of the way to get me where I want to be in life. Where would any of us be without our shoes? They are the very first thing we need to do to get up and go in life. We can't go anywhere barefoot!

Where would be in life if we didn't have community? Alone, lost, and definitely confused. Without people surrounding you who love you and care for you, it's no better than living in a square box. In life, we must push ourselves to become a part of a whole. Whether you want to be in the group of the Hindus, or in the group of the Hippies, you will find that certain place where you belong. Me, I found that in France.

Now, I know what you all are thinking about this. Actually, I really don't. But to clear up all confusion, this is definitely not me. But, I will have you know, that this is one of my favorite things to do. I love going to shows and enjoying a little bit of ruff-housing. Everyone needs to have some sort of poison in them, I prefer this one.

Now, this part is my favorite. It's my self-adoring part. I love photography and the art of seeing life through a lens. It has to be my favorite way to spend time. It's almost like I can just hide away from the world and look at it through my own eyes and see it the way I want to. And in every little thing in the world that seems unimportant, if you look just right, you will find the special secret about it that makes it beautiful.

The beginning of it all.

Hi,

You may be wondering by now who I am and why on Earth I have this blog. If not, then you can just click that bright red X in the corner and be on your way. If you are interested enough to stay and listen, get comfy and let me begin.

My name’s Ellie. Short for Eleanore. No, I was not named after the president’s wife. But my middle name, Cajsa, was taken from a very special Swedish woman. I was born in 1993 to both my parents, Stan and Donna. Even though they are now divorced, they still are my parents. I have five siblings, yes, five. Fortunately, I wasn’t the one that always got picked on. I’m the third and I hold the ranking of the bully sister in the family. Yes, I am proud of that title. I do my job well.

I was born way way way up north in Fargo, North Dakota. Where plants are still frozen in May. I spent my childhood there and it was my home for a while. But tragedy strikes to all those who don’t expect it. We have to leave for my dad’s job. Twice. Which finally brought us to the great old town of Valparaiso, Indiana. It’s home now, at least.

I am grown up now, the childhood years are over. And I am now in college at Purdue North Central. It’s a charming little school where the only thing to do is go to class.

Okay, enough with school. The good stuff.

I went to France last year for Rotary Youth Exchange, best year of my life. I lived in Lyon and had the greatest 10 month vacation ever! And yes, I speak French now. C’est bien, non? I miss it so much, the cheese, the wine,  the beer, the music, l’amour! It was beautiful.

Somethings that interest me: tattoos, piercings, photography and music. Love it all.  Also, watching a wee bit of television. Gotta have my ghost hunters thrown in here a little.

Other than spending my time working at Quizno’s (which I love just so much), I love to shop. Really, I do. Finding that vintage store with all those treasures from lost and found, MM yes, I crave it. If you ever wanna take me out for a little shindig, find a vintage store and I’m down.

Or, on certain days, you may see me parading around in some of my mom’s old furs. Yes, I adore those too. I can’t ignore my classy side. I love my French fashion sense too. Chanel, Longchamps, Hermes, Louis V, Gucci. Yummy. Can’t get enough.

Well, that sums it up, I guess. Welcome to the world of Ellie. If you want more, stay tuned. But if not, I don’t really care.

Bye.