My name is Katie, (please call me Katie and not babe or sweetie) and I’m 18 years old and just graduated high school. I usually go for older guys because I appreciate thoughtful conversation. I’m not a one night stand, never have been never will be. I pride myself on education and set huge goals for myself, not stopping until I achieve them. I love to learn for the sake of learning, and even more so, I love to write. In the fall, I’m going to the University of Missouri-Columbia majoring in journalism and political science with hopes of going to law school and later holding a political position. I’ve been called mature for my age, but I like to think of it as being ambitious.
I know what I want out of life, and I want to work to get it. I don’t like to have things handed to me because I’m a firm believer that you appreciate your successes more if you get there on your own. I stand up for what I believe in, and if it makes me enemies on the way, so be it.
I laugh loud, and I play hard. I hate to lose. My smile may be big, but my personality is bigger. I usually come across as pretty opinionated, which can be a turn off for some people, but if you get to know me, you’ll realize that I have a huge heart. I accept people for who they are and not what other people think of them. I believe in second chances, but I hate liars, and I hate cheaters. My heart guides my actions. It’s a downfall for me because it hurts me more than helps me, but in the end I’d rather be more compassionate than more logical.
People judge me by how I look far too often. Although I’m blonde with blue eyes, I bet I could impress you with how intelligent I truly am, unless it’s a spelling]. I’m really creative. I pay as much attention to little things as I do the big picture. Some call me an over achiever, but I like things done correctly and done well. I’m passionate. I take ideas and run with them. I love being challenged because I see it as the perfect time to grow as a person. I’m a perfectionist, but I know how to let go, let loose, and have a good time!
My life aspiration is to change the world. To many, that very idea is laughable, but for me, I’d rather try and fail than not to have tried at all. The “Babe” from one of my all time favorite movies The Sandlot put it best when he said, “Let me tell you something kid; everybody gets one chance to do something great. Most people never take the chance, either because they're too scared, or they don't recognize it when it spits on their shoes.” I refuse to miss that chance. I guess you could say that I’m determined to be better than what is expected of me.
Both my friends and my family mean the world to me. I spend a lot of time with and will do just about anything for both of them. My friends and I spend our summers riding bikes, swimming, and rollerblading. We also have our own triathlon every spring. I never do very well though because I’m a terrible swimmer. I play soccer, softball, and I dance. I absolutely love being outdoors, but I’ve never been camping!
I do a lot of service work, which consumes a lot my time. Habitat for Humanity is one of my favorite organizations to work with. I’m interested in getting involved with organizations that meet unique needs in my area. I’m kind of a manly girl, not in the sense that I look manly or dress manly, but I love to do "boy" things. I like to work with my hands and get dirty. I know how to some work on cars, and I’d love to learn more. I’m addicted to football!!! My friends know not to call my phone when either the Packers or the Hawkeyes are playing.
My religion is significant to me. I’m Catholic, and you will catch me at 7 am Mass every Sunday. I’m not the type to judge you for your beliefs or your lack there of. I love to learn about other religions. My favorite color is bright blue. I’m a texting addict. You’ll never meet anyone who can text as quickly as I can. I don’t swear. Ever. I think it makes you sound cheap. At my worst, I’m a whiney know-it-all who thinks she can mold the world in her hands. I’m book smart, but my common sense is a little rough. I don’t understand sarcasm, and I usually have to have things explained to me multiple times. I’m just a good girl that knows how to have a wild time.