“misfit”

A couple of decades ago, I remember thinking, we’re really good with the “misfits” when I thought about the “kids” who seemed to become part of our lives.

As I’ve gotten older, I understand why those misfits were always drawn to us. I’m a misfit.

I’m also an idealist. I look at life a little differently than others look at life.

I’m not into materialism or consumerism. If I have a BAG to carry my stuff in, I’m happy. I don’t know very much about the fancy designer brands. I don’t desire them and I’m not impressed by them. I like Levi’s, Eddie Bauer, Lands End, etc and it is usually based on durability, comfort and then, of course, looks. I’m not exactly a minimalist either. I like quality stuff around me. I like comfortable things to wear and use.

I find the psycho sales babble that works for some people insulting to my intelligence and I’m not claiming to be the smartest person around!

I’m into living within my means even if that means it seems sacrificial compared to others in this country. I do not like to use credit for things that aren’t necessary, basically, that’s for anything other than our house.

I recently heard about someone paying $3,500 for a dog. I’d spend $3,500 on my dog if he were ill but I’d never pay $3,500 for a dog.

There’s times I try to become “normal” but then I wonder WHY. I really don’t want to be normal. I don’t have the desire for what most people consider a normal life. As I said recently to a friend, “I’m embracing my weirdness!”

introducing a LOGO

My hubby created a logo for me.

I love it. This logo is based on our dog, Nedd.

~Trina

the huge book sale and downsizing sale!

I’ve been getting so much accomplished while staying warm and comfortable and just LOOKING at the beautiful winter wonderland outside.

My online downsizing sale is up and running at full speed. I have 93 items listed today. 1/2 of them will END today. The other 1/2 will end next Sunday. I’m not finished going through rooms or boxes. I have been through 1/2 of our books so currently, there’s a HUGE book sale going on. I have two more pieces of furniture which I hope to get posted tonight.

I have a McCoy Pottery Cookie Jar and an Antique Watering Can, a vintage Barbie watch, vintage toys and a ton of other stuff ENDING today.

Check out our huge downsizing sale!

Our Moving Sale

Thanks for looking!

~Trina

Answers

I often get asked, “what’s it like to be married to a comedian?”  That has got to be my most frequently asked question!

In a few short days, we’ll celebrate our 20th anniversary together.  WOW!  Time flies!

Before he became a comedian, he had a successful career in radio working in areas such as Tampa FL, Chicago IL, Columbus OH and my personal favorite – Parkersburg WV!

So, what is it like to be married to a comedian?  My standard answer that I give people is:  “There’s NO dull moments”; said with a laugh.

There’s really a lot of truth to that statement.  Living with this squeaky clean comedian who does corporate comedy, clean comedy and comedy in churches does provide a life with no dull moments.  Marty Daniels is a comedian who also happens to be a Christian so he does a lot of comedy in churches although his comedy is not about his “faith”.

I am involved with his comedy career by helping to book him into events, prepare contracts, collect deposits and other behind the scenes administrative stuff that has to be done.

So, when I say there’s no dull moments, I really mean, there’s no dull moments!  There’s a lot of behind the scenes work that has to be done before ever arriving at an event.  There’s additional behind the scenes work that has to be done after arriving at an events.  I attend MOST of his events with him and I help work at his merchandise table and help assist him with Compassion International children sponsorships.

There’s also NO dull moments in our life because Marty is very spontaneous, full of life, adventure and fun.  He rarely slows down and a quiet evening of relaxation would involve having a house filled with our favorite people in this world and lots of great food and conversation.

So, what’s it like to be married to THIS comedian?  Absolutely wonderful!  He realizes the efforts I put into helping him.  He is very considerate to me and to others.  He’s a DOG lover so he’s gotta be okay!  We live a simple life and add as much green to our lives as we can.  We enjoy life, embrace moments and really live!

You can learn more about my funny hubby at:  www.MartyDaniels.com