Today I went to the RS Enrichment meeting. I sang a solo--it went pretty well. Several people complimented me on it. I'm a funny person. I enjoy singing and I like that other people like hearing me sing--but when they compliment me, I don't know how to reply or respond. If I say "thank you," then don't I sound arrogant?? Like, OF COURSE, I KNOW I'M GOOD. *sigh* I'm still working on a response that shows I appreciate their compliment but doesn't sound like I think I'm "all that." Any suggestions?
There was a baptism today--a father and son. Very inspirational. And I gave a shirt & skirt to the wife of they guy who was baptized. She's overweight like me, except she's MUCH more confident than me--and she's heavier than I am. I told her that I'm uncomfortable with getting a full body massage because I imagine they are uncomfortable in touching all my...um, curves. But she said that she gets massages--and she's paying them, so they should do it. Wow, I need to be more confident.
Well, at church we're doing this shoebox thing--Inside you put this questionnaire about yourself, include some items that represent you or your interests, and a recent photo. If you're like me--you have TONS of recent photos of your child, but none of yourself, because let's face it--you're the one TAKING all the photos, and certainly avoiding the idea of taking one. =) So, I decided to have Tyler take some photos of me. However, I'm TERRIBLY unphotogenic. It's difficult because I have bells palsy--where half of your face is somewhat paralyzed. So, my smile isn't even and my eyes never look the same...so you can imagine how difficult it is to have a photo of me that looks nice...not to mention symmetrical. (Which if you know me--you know that I expect symmetry in all things). Some of the pictures turned out funnier than usual--Do any of you look at yourself in the mirror and then take a picture of yourself--but it doesn't look like your reflection in the mirror? Believe me, I look way good in my bathroom mirror...but step outside?? Why is that??
So I thought I would put these photos on my blog and ask for you to cast your vote which photo is the best. Then I will print it and put it in my shoebox. It's as simple as that. I look forward to you "casting your votes."
10 comments:
9 and 12 for sure - your personality shines out. You need to take a compliment graciously Jill. Thankyou is a great response. And you are good at singing so why be afraid of it. I know I'm good at scrapbooking. It doesn't make me conceited. I could say I'm just average at it but then I'd look fake and as if I was fishing. Anyway, I'm going to Xenia Ward tomorrow for Lukas' blessing so I'll see you Monday about 5pm. Take care. Love ya x
I agree with Sarah...I like 12 because it feels true to your personality, plus there's snow in the background, and anyone who's read this blog for 2-3 months knows you love snow. I also find it very interesting that you were wearing black, which I find to be a very professional color, but not one that reveals your colorful personality. However, black is slimming, and I also enjoy wearing it occasionally...just not too often.
I think you once mentioned Bells palsy (sp?) to me, but I didn't remember what it means or what the effect was. It has never come across as severe to me, and I had certainly never given it a second thought. Do you feel that is the reason you feel unphotogenic? If so, then I quote 'How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days' when I say "BS" even though I'm not going to type out the whole word. Every time I check your blog, I stare for a minute at your profile picture...in it you look happy, confident, and at peace, all somethings that I am usually not. I think that that picture is an honest representation of you. It NEVER entered my mind to think that you might be unphotogenic, or that you considered yourself so. Now, I consider myself unphotogenic, so I could say that I'm a different story, or I could just believe that we are more alike than I thought, and I should take a dose of my own medicine. Got your spoon?
KC
I like numbers 4, 5, 9 and 10
And I forgot to add that I never would have guessed that you had/have bells palsy. My mother had it quite bad for 6-12 months before it went away - or at least is now pretty much impossible to see.
Well, I like 3 and 4. I love to see people smile big. Maybe that is because my smile is big. I also liked that your eyes were big and bright. Those two eminded me the most of you the last time I remember seeing you(forever ago). I also didn't know about the BS. I never would have known if you hadn't mentioned it. I like to see pictures of myself with my kids, but by myself is another story. For some reason I like that most of the attention is on them.
9!!!
Alright, I really do like 9 best, but it probably has something to do with the fact that I think glasses are cool and stylish. Maybe because I wear them. 12 is alright too. But 9 is better.
I really liked the natural lighting of 12, and agree with KC about the snow. Lots of the others are good too. Lots to chose from!
I think it is best to say thank you. If you try to argue to be humble, they just compliment more and it gets awkward.
isn't it funny we all have a different one that we like? *my fave is #10!! I say, go with a collage, show off your personality with different photos!--
and I totally agree with you about snapping a picture and it not looking ANYTHING like what you see in the mirror (sometimes I'm even standing in the mirror when I take the picture!!) LOL.
Hi JIll,
9 is my favorite, with 12 a close second. I think the one with the fan blades growing out of your head is cute, but not my favorite. :-)
As far as the compliments on your singing, perhaps you could say something like "Oh, thank you. I'm glad you liked it…" If you're comfortable with that it would be perhaps a little "warmer" than just saying "thank you." Love, Kathey
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