Kim's Answers to Member Questions

1.     Five Things Everyone Should Know About You?

Here are five Twilight things:

1. I thought I was too old to read a book for young adults.
2. I LOVE the saga and wish it would not end, but am happy it did not drag on.
3. The series reminds me of why I love the Pacific Northwest.
4. Sometimes, I wish I was Bella.
5. I am waiting for my Edward or Jacob!

Here are five general things:

1. I find it really easy to make friends.  I am a pretty outgoing person so meeting new people is so easy for me. 
2. I love living in Los Angeles and every time I think about relocating, I cry.
3. My mother is my best friend.  There is only one secret she doesn’t know about me.
4. If you look up my name (Kimberly) and my sign (Aries) you will find the best description of me.  I am so and Aries in almost all ways.  While I am not an astrological sign reader or really believe in those things, I do find it interesting that I am the definition of Aries. 
5. I’ll leave this one blank.  I am always learning new things about myself. 

2.    When Did You First Read Twilight (year) and how many times have you read a Twilight Book (total)?

Funny story!  My BFF and I try to go to the movies at least once a month.  I see most movies the weekend they are released.  It just so happens that we could not decided what movie to see.  She had seen what I had not and vice versa.  Twilight was the only movie we could decide on.  Neither of us really wanted to see it, but we wanted to spend the day together.  It is not the best made movie (studio had NO idea and gave Catherine ZERO budget) but we fell in love with the love story.    I ran out and bought the books and read them in about two months.  So far, I have read (listened to) the books 3 times each. 

3.    Team Edward or Team Jacob? Why?

Team Edward! Everything about him draws you in. Jacob shows the most growth throughout the series.

4.    Which Character Are You Most Like?

I would Bella mainly because I am always in my head.  We analyze things to the inth degree and try to give people the benefit of the doubt.   Bella and I are only children so we are comfortable being alone and don’t always need to talk to fill the void.  But we both talk when we are nervous. 

5.    Favorite Books?

Right now I am on this young adult, alternative reality kick.

The Twilight Saga, The Mortal Instruments, The Southern Vampire Mysteries, and Harry Potter Series.  There are a few “regular” books that I like, but nothing that I have reread as much as Twilight. 

6.    Favorite Song from the Soundtrack?

Each song on the soundtrack has a special meaning so picking one is almost impossible. 

Let Me Sing – Robert Pattinson and Flightless Bird by Iron & Wine are the top two.

7.    Favorite Quote?

I have two favorite quotes.

“About three things I was absolutely positive. First, Edward was a vampire. Second, there was a part of him-and I didn’t know how potent that part might be-that thirsted for my blood. And third, I was unconditionally and irrevocably in love with him.”–Bella 

Bella: “How old are you?”

Edward: “Seventeen”

Bella: “How long have you been seventeen?”

Edward: “A while”

 

Kalli's Answers to Kim's Questions

Kim - Rockin' survey!! Here are my answers:

1. Five Things Everyone Should Know About You?

Ok...let's do this countdown style:

Number 5: I'm 25 and I've been married to my wonderful husband for two years. :)

Number 4: I love Starbucks. Like a lot. Like the barristas at "my" Starbucks (yes...I have a Starbucks that I call mine) know my name and when I come in, most of them ask if I want my usual. It's sad but true. My favorite drink is a Misto - it's steamed milk like in a latte but with coffee rather than espresso. It has the consistency of a latte, but with less caffeine and much cheaper! If you haven't tried one you should!!

Number 3: I'm just a bid OCD. Not serious enough to need drugs or therapy...but still...I have my quirks. You know...pillows in place on the couch, things in the right place on the kitchen counter...not too strange - right?!?

Number 2: I LOVE going to the movies!! And when I go...I love eating popcorn...it's the perfect movie food EVER!

********* drumroll please *********

Number 1: Kalli isn't my real name. (LOL - Bet you didn't see that one coming!) Ok...so here's one of those stories I mentioned that would take more than 140 characters. I am a grad student at a university deep in the heart of Texas, and when I'm not writing my dissertation, my "job" is teaching college classes...which I absolutely LOVE doing! While I'm super proud of my Twilight obsession, I think my students might think I was crazy if one of them found me on Twitter. So...when I opened my Twitter account, I picked a name that I liked to use as my "super secret identity." LOL!!

2. When Did You First Read Twilight (year) and how many times have you read a Twilight Book (total)?

Out of all 7 Twilight Soul Sisters, I think I'm probably the most recent convert to the Twilight world. When I was teaching summer school last year, I had a student who told me I needed to read the Saga, and I figured she was right...but just didn't have the motivation to pick it up. Then the hubs and I went to see Twilight in November. I liked it, but I still didn't pick up the books. Finally, on a flight in April (yes, sadly, April 2009...just three months ago), a friend convinced me to start reading Twilight...and that was all it took. I finished all four books and Midnight Sun in five days.

Since I'm always going through the books to look for quotes to post on Twitter...I usually don't read them cover to cover. But I easily go through at least one of the books on a quote search every week.

3. Team Edward or Team Jacob? Why?

Team Edward. Not even a question for me. When I read New Moon the first time, I literally had to skip most of the middle third of the book and make sure Edward would come back before I could go back and read the Jacob section. Edward is just too amazing - infinite patience, totally humble, smoldering eyes, a constant desire to hold and kiss his girlfriend, an amazing family, and he DAZZLES people...need I say anything else?!?

4. Which Character Are You Most Like?

That's tough...I don't know that I'm 100% like any one character...but I'm probably some combination of Esme and Bella. I definately have mothering tendancies like Esme...which is probably why I love teaching. But I really am pretty clumsy like Bella. When I took PE in school, I was pretty much as disasterous as she was at Forks High.

5. Favorite Books?

Um...Twilight obviously! I love Harry Potter as well. Pride and Prejudice is my favorite "classic" book. I also love Gregory McGurie's books - he's the one who wrote the novel "Wicked" that inspired the musical. If you haven't already, you should check his books out.

Sadly...since I spend lots of my time trying to become Dr. Kalli...I don't get a lot of time to read for fun...boo! Most reading for fun these days is Twilight fan fiction...whew...that is some hot stuff!! Need some reccomendations? Just ask! :)

6. Favorite Song from the Soundtrack?

Ok...I really can't pick just one. I'm an emotional music listener, so my favorite songs change based on my moods and activities. When I'm driving, my favorite is "Spotlight." When I'm listening to my iPod and powerwalking across campus, my favorite is "Supermassive Black Hole." When I need to chill, I love "Bella's Lullaby." And when I want to put myself in the "vampire story mood," my favorite is "Eyes on Fire." But then again...I don't really hate any of the songs on the soundtrack either!

7. Favorite Quote?

Ok friends...if I couldn't choose one song from a soundtrack of 13 songs...how on earth would I be able to choose one quote from over 2500 pages?!? Whew! I think I'll just close by saying that I share four of my favorite Twilight quotes on Twitter everyday. Follow me on there at @CullenHouse! :)

You did amazing Kalli. I love how you made a site just for us and design our shirt!! Kalli= Total Awesomeness!! I don’t know how she does it. I still get lost with this thing (Blogger) So just an F.Y.I. I will be asking lots of questions! LOL

Well, Kim, I love this idea of this quiz, so here we go!


My name is: Krystle Marie
I am 24 and married to a kick ass soldier, Erich <3
From the Philippines but a total Yankee!!
Live in Arkansas…DO NOT MOVE HERE!!

Five things everyone should know about me? Hmm:

*I never let my friends down; they mean the world to me!
*I would love to live in England, ooo the accents!!
*I am very random and make no sense!
*I have been obsessed with vampires since I was about 7
*I love love love SNOW (yes totally random)
Giving ya one more (ha-ha)
*I am in the process of writing a book with Vampires/Witches/Hybrids
(inspiration…S.M. thanks!)

When I first read Twilight and how many times I read it….

My friend *Val* (different one ha-ha) harassed me to read Twilight, told me I would love it. Finally I picked it up for my drive to WI. Never put it down!! I have read them a total of 3 times going on a 4th but I am trying to finish True Blood.

Team Edward or Team Jacob:
I would have to say Edward. He was soo alone but then Bella came along and changed his life to something more meaningful! What he did for love…ahhhh..I am such a sap! It kind of is a tie but man Jake knew how to piss me off A LOT! He-he

Character I am like…Hmm..Well, I would have to say Bella. (No, not because I am in love with Edward..Ha-ha) I am the clumsiest person you will meet! If there was an impossible way to trip or fall, I would figure it out. I had knee surgery (twice) and the next day…I managed to find the slightest bit of water on the floor and slam right down on it! OWWW! I have fallen walking into my friend’s hair salon while still on crutches and right after they took my stitches out…There are a lot more crazy a** stories but I won’t bore you with them! Ha-ha.

My favorite books:

Mandy (it was my fave since I was little)
Twilight Saga (Of course)
Harry Potter
True Blood
The Secret Garden
House of Night Series (just started)

Fave song from Twilight:

Eyes on Fire, Blue Foundation; by far my favorite! My second favorite is Flightless Bird American Mouth, Iron and Wine!!

My favorite Quote?

Soo many, but I do really love this one:

When life offers you a dream so far beyond any of your expectations, it’s not reasonable to grieve when it comes to an end. –Bella Swan *Twilight*

Well, that is all for now. If I think of anything else, I will add it! If not just ask me. Ask away! Ha-ha

My Answers to Kim's Questinaire

First of all, I'm Val and I want to thank you Kim for this awesome little Get-to-know-the TSS's questionaire. I love it!

Five Things Everyone Should Know About You?
Im very random, often talk in movie quotes, loyal friend, hate silk, and love to laugh!

When Did You First Read Twilight (year) and how many times have you read a Twilight Book (total)? November 2008. I actually read all 4 in four days. I was a newbie and got sucked in full throttle! Safe to say each one at least twice so that makes what-8 times? LOL.

Team Edward or Team Jacob? Why?
Im Team Edward all the way. Mainly b/c for so long he was alone, not thinking he deserved love b/c he was a monster then like a shooting star Bella went across his sky. He fights the urge to kill her (b/c thats his nature) b/c he loves her more than anything. Once again proving that love conquers all. Im a hopeless romantic!

Which Character Are You Most Like?
Alice. Aside from seeing the future, I love to plan parties, I love driving fast sports cars, if I had one, and I appear nice and perky I can be a little monster when needed. I like shopping too. It's strange b/c my BF reminds me of Jasper too. Very quiet, like he is trying to control his emotions. He also calms me when I get too worked up, he also looks out for me knowing that I don't really need it but does it anyways. He has never tried to kill my brothers girlfriend though, just so we are clear. Who is also my best friend, so we have a friendship that is very close to what Alice and Bella have. True story.

Favorite Books?
I really like Harry Potter, and the Sookie Stackhouse Novels. I also like the classics Pride and Predjuice and Catcher in the Rye. David Sedaris novels are fun to read as well.

Favorite Song from the Soundtrack?
Eyes on Fire-Blue Foundation -it has been my ringtone for MONTHS!

Favorite Quote?
"How opposed are you to Grand Theft Auto?" -Alice in New Moon.
That was the moment I decided I wanted to be Alice! LOL.

Anything else-just ask!

Way to go Kalli

I just have to say, as one of the seven Twilight Soul Sisters, that Kalli is awesome.  Not only did she design some pretty rad t-shirts for us.  She created this blog for us to share out greatest Twilight moments, stories, and memories.  

I think we should use this space to introduce ourselves to each other and our followers.  (If you build it, they will come.)

Here is a profile questionnaire I took from one of the Twilight fan sites.   

1. Five Things Everyone Should Know About You?
   
2. When Did You First Read Twilight (year) and how many times have you read a Twilight Book (total)?
   
3. Team Edward or Team Jacob? Why?
   
4. Which Character Are You Most Like?
   
5. Favorite Books?
   
6. Favorite Song from the Soundtrack?
   
7. Favorite Quote?

What do you think about these questions?