Eight Things You Might Not Know About Dan

1. I suck on the phone.
For some reason when I put a phone to my ear my brain goes fuzzy and I lose the ability to sustain prolonged conversations. This was particularly problematic in my younger years (especially when I spoke with a charming young lady) and I had to write a script of question and things to talk about. I can’t say this worked all that well because I finally quit talking on the phone and would go out of my way to talk face to face. I still, at times, find myself in need of a script especially when I’m supposed to get or relay information such as new born baby stats or dinner plans. Currently my only way to overcome this weakness is to use a “Roadrunner Approach.” I get in and out of the conversation as quick as possible, “beep, beep.” This is most noticeable when I leave a message because I tend to talk three times my normal speed and need constant reminders to slow down. So if I have ever left you an unintelligible message or cut you off in the middle of a conversation I’m sorry and I’m working on it.

2. My memory is not so great…
unless it is useless information. Have you ever walked into a room and forgotten why you walked in there? I tend to do that a lot. Have you ever been asked to get something and forget by the time you’ve crossed the room? I tend to do that a lot. Better yet, I usually end up getting something completely unrelated. How many tries does it take you to leave the house in the morning? At least two. Adrianne has gotten used to my mid-morning stop by the house because I forgot something. But hey, if you need a partner for trivia pursuit I’m your guy.

3. I’ve got some seriously messed up toes.
For real, I’ll never know if I have kingly feet because my second toe (on both feet) bends at a 45 degree angle away from my big toe and my pinkie toes lay on their sides with the toenails out. No, I wasn’t the sad victim of some cruel foot binding ritual, I’ve just got messed up toes. I'll spare you a picture.

4. I’m from Boston and I’m a twin
Oddly enough, most people don’t know. These are the two bits of information people are usually most surprised about. I figured this would have gotten out, but I suppose my diluted accent doesn’t show off my heritage as it once did. You want another one? I have a Master’s degree in Religious studies and I work as a general contractor, how’s that for surprising?

5. I always kissed before the first date
I can’t say I intended it that way, it’s just the way it worked out

6. I tend to theorize
I have a habit of developing theories on a vast range of subjects from social and relationship issues to weather, sports, or conspiracies. My more referenced theories include the “5 steps to a perfect breakdown,” “Equal attraction theory,” “Cornflake theory,” and “Duck Theory.” I figure my theorizing is a by product, or perhaps survival instinct, developed as a result of being the younger sibling to three older brothers. Each had talents and skills beyond mine and in order to get by I had to find new and creative means to look at the world in different ways, thereby attempting to…wait, here I go again.

7. I really am funny
I tend to be very reserved, therefore I come off as shy or disinterested. But this isn’t quite the case. First, I have somewhat of a dry sense of humor and people don’t always know if I’m joking or serious. This confusion is actually a great source of laughs for me. Second, I’ve just put my foot in my mouth so many times I tend to hold back until I feel comfortable around people before I joke around. Plus, I tend to find when people try too hard to be funny they come off as annoying or dumb. So be patient, I just might say something funny.

8. This is my first (and perhaps last) blog.
I just don’t spend much time on the computer and after reading this back wonder if it’s possible to blog without making yourself look lame or awkward. Besides, how do you all find the time? I will admit, however, I’ve felt better connected to some old friends since I’ve learned to blog stalk.