Getting to know each other...better

I came across the Myer Briggs Personality test the other day and decided to fill in the questionaire to see which of the 16 personality types I fit in to. I must admit, I was a bit skeptical at first...There are how many people in the world and some person came up with a test so that we all fit in to 1 of 16 categories. Whatever.

Well, I was pleasantly surprised. After finishing the 78 or so questions (yes/no answers), I was given my personality type which I promptly punched in to google. The personality type is absolutely me. It describes me better than I can and after reading all of the information I could, I just had to show Steve. He agreed, that the personality test gave me an incredibly accurate result.

Earlier in the evening, we had been walking the dog and talking about the sort of parents we wanted to be in the future. We talked about our roles as parents and how we wanted to parent as well as the type of presence we would have in the children's lives. We don't have plans to start a family yet, but I like to talk about these things. Planning the future if you will. With enough searching on google, we were able to find what sort of parents our personality type picked us to be and it was almost exactly described as what we were telling each other earlier.

When we got home, Steve decided he wanted to the test as well. The personality type he was given was also incredibly accurate. We read about his personality and delved deeper in to understanding each other. The test is great because it can tell you things about yourself that you didn't know and I found myself more than once saying 'so that's why I do that'.

Even though we've been together 5 years and know each other very well, I loved reading more about Steve and his personality and he has said that reading about mine has helped him understand me more. As fas as personality types go, ours are very different. I guess that is why we work together so well.

I am an ISFJ, what are you?

Me, Myself and I

2 posts in one day, go me!

I'm linking for the Me, Myself and I link up..because..well, I like linkups! Plus this one is really fun.

1. What would you attempt if you knew you could not fail?

Hmm, that's a tough one. I pretty much attempt most things even if there is a chance I could fail. I guess this one could be learning to dance. I love watching people dance and seeing the graceful moves in ballet. If I was co-ordinated, this could be me!

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2. If you only had six months to live, what would you do with the time?

I would spend it with my loved ones. I would take my dog on long, long walks each day and spend my time eating delicious foods. I might even take a month to travel and see sights I haven't seen before.

3. If a front page of a news article was written on you, what would the headline be?

Haha, who knows! "Girl from Sydney accused for loving her dog too much". Honestly, that is so unimaginative. I'm stumped.

4. What is your biggest pet peeve?

Inconsiderate people. They are everywhere and apply to everything. Light up a smoke in a busy street in Sydney while I am walking behind you? Inconsiderate. Pull out in front of me when driving without indicating? Inconsiderate. A bit of courtesy goes a long way.

5. What is your favourite chick flick movie?

I'm not sure if people would call this a chick flick, but I will for the purpose of this question - The Duchess. Hands down, the best film I have ever seen. Ever.

Money Balloons - DIY

Buying a Birthday gift for anyone is hard for me at the best of times. I umm and uhh over the many choices, not really knowing if the recipient will enjoy the present or file it away for a later day. I, myself like practical presents. Ones I will use and not just stick aside wondering when I can use it (of course, I am incredibly grateful for any present!).

Steve's sister D is super hard to buy for. She has a particular taste in everything and she already has a lot of stuff. Apart from the usual alcohol that is given at a 21st Birthday, we were out of ideas...that is until I remembered a blog post I had once read which had a gift of money balloons on it.

After shopping around and contacting a few party shops, I found that the idea may not be so feasible. One shop would only put one note per balloon and no confetti and another was going to charge me $25 per balloon. Um, no thankyou!

I turned to my old friend google to find other options and I came across a shop that sells helium balloon kits for only $45 which is what I ended up buying and using.

I ended up having to buy better quality balloons as the ones included were thin and flimsy. They were also coloured which meant you couldn't see what was inside the balloon - only the shadow. The new ones I bought were clear and a lot better quality, so if you plan on making money balloons, I definitely recommend good quality transparent balloons.

How to make the balloons:

Well, this could vary. I will give the instructions I used myself, obviously with my own helium kit. You will also need two people.

1. Chop up your confetti so it is tiny. I used streamers in blue and red and cut it up in to super small pieces.

2. Roll up 2 notes (inside each other) and whilst one person opens the spout (is that the right word?) of the balloon, the other puts the notes in and also some confetti. This may take a practice balloon before you figure out how much is best for you.

3. Put the balloon over the helium spout and blow up your balloon!

It's really that easy. The balloons are such a fun gift and everyone was really impressed.

It's Friday evening

..and I am a little late with Friday's letters. Better late than never, I say!

Dear Friday evening, 

Almost one cocktail down and it looks like I'm in for a good night. A drink and a Louis Theroux documentary - I'm set!

Dear Weekend, 

Two days of pure nothing planned. I am so happy to have NO plans...well except study for my exams.

Dear exams,

Two weeks away huh? Be kind..

Dear Work,

Thanks for the new computers. Can we please still have two monitors.. my life depends on it. Kind of... Not really.

Dear Nephew, 

 I can't wait to meet you in November. Your parents are wonderful and I am so pleased they are welcoming you in to this big wide world. Grow strong, little one. I have a few gifts for you already too!

Dear Bobbi,

My new blog layout is coming along SO nicely. I'm so glad we are working together to create an amazing blog for me! 

Dear Japan,

You, Me - again. Let's do this.

Happy weekend to you, friends.

Linking up with Ashley here.