"Entertainer"

NOTE: What in BLAZES is going ON with spacing on Blogger!?! Grr.

Azucar (wish I knew how to make that little accent mark) posted this about a personality test she and her team at work took a few weeks ago. No wonder we get along so well... we're pretty similar (except she's WAY smarter and uses words I never knew existed) :)

Reminds me of one of my junior high tests. Some 'official' type person came to Yucca Jr. High in Clovis (New Mexico, not CA) and had us answer pages and pages of a questionnaire then disappeared as quickly as she came.

I didn't think much of it until the report came back several weeks later. The actual report might be saved and stuck in a box somewhere, but for now I'll just go with my memory.

It reported that I'd do well in the following fields:

Forest Ranger

Cosmetologist

Fish Hatchery

Lawyer

What the?!?

Except for Forest Ranger and Fish Hatchery being similar, that list doesn't make sense. Most of my classmates got lists like these: Fireman, Policeman, Army & EMT; or CEO, Astronaut, Judge & Chemist. But my list? No, MY list had to be completely whacked so that I'd be more confused about my future after the report than when the magical test lady appeared in the first place.

No offense to people in ANY of these categories, but what in tarnation does a Cosmetologist have in common with a Lawyer? Or a Forest Ranger with a Cosmetologist? Or a Lawyer with a Fish Hatchery worker?

Let's break it down...

Forest Ranger - introvert (which I'm not), solitary (for a little while, sure, but not for days on end), camper (I'm not allowed; Motel 6 is as close to camping as I get), main character from Barbara Kingsolver's, Prodigal Summer (she lives in a cabin in a quiet forest and doesn't see people for months; even her necessities gets dropped off without seeing another person)

Cosmetologist - conversationalist (sure love talking to people), artist (yes), doesn't color in the lines (I can, but that's so boring), people person (some think I am), works with hands (I don't use my brain much, prefer touch)

Fish Hatchery - likes fishing (disgusts me; I can't stand the idea of pulling a flailing, innocent fishy out of its habitat then let it gasp for water while it slowly dies... but I DO eat fish, just don't want to catch it), away from the public (do you notice that every Fish Hatchery sign you've seen as you drive along a country road has an "Open to the Public" notice but another sign in place that says, "Closed for the Season"?)

Lawyer - knows the law inside and out (I can remember bits and pieces of something, but not every nook and cranny), obligated by their employer to sometimes defend a criminal contrary to their beliefs because of the law (drunk driver who killed an innocent victim but gets off on a technicality; I couldn't do it), the guy that fought my settlement case for my injured back... he was a Tool (but it's his job to defend his insurance company so they don't have to pay as much)

Here are my results from the quick, online test:

ESFP - "Entertainer". Radiates attractive warmth and optimism. Smooth, witty, charming, clever. Fun to be with. Very generous. 8.5% of the total population.

What do you think? Did they get it right with me?

I kinda like the "8.5% of the total population" part. Makes me feel sorta special, in a good way. Does that put me in the Top 10, somehow?

That was fun... you wanna do it? If so, come back and let me know what you are :)

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Love:	9.1
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Lipstick Personality Test

The other night Sue & Lisa pulled out their lipsticks to compare shapes. Interesting how most lipstick wearers have one of the following shapes and there are personality traits that go along with each. See if they match yours... CURVED - YOU ARE QUIET, sweet and well-behaved. You abide by the rules and do not like to cause trouble. You are not loud or obnoxious at all. You do not like being the centre of attention. The only exception is that you may color your hair occasionally, to attract attention from boys or fit in with a group of girls. You are very good at sticking to a schedule. You tend to be a follower rather than a leader in social groups. You are able to be alone and enjoy your own company. You can sometimes be self-conscious. You would like to learn to be more outgoing. DULL POINT - YOU ARE LOVABLE, kind and affectionate. You are a family-oriented person who appreciates the comforts of home. You love to nest and it is important to you that your room reflects who you are. You like to be surrounded by the people who truly know and understand you. In fact, you need people around and you aren't into spending too much time alone if you can help it. You are a "doer" and you are excellent at starting and leading projects. You can give orders easily, so you tend to be a leader in social situations. You friends will follow you, even though you sometimes exaggerate your stories. You can be quite stubborn over little things. ROUND - YOU ARE EASYGOING, relaxed and likeable. You have a calm and confident personality that draws many admirers, both male and female, to your side. People like to be around you and you have the potential to win many friends. You are a natural diplomat and you are good at being the peace-maker when your friends have arguments. Your friends trust you for advice. You are generous with your friends and you are very good at cheering up someone who is feeling blue. Your serene manner shows other people that you are self-assured and you like who you are. FLAT - YOU ARE STRAIGHT-FORWARD, honest and intelligent. You don't like a lot of small talk. You are aware of your opinions and good at speaking your mind. You do not respect people who tell lies or exaggerate their stories. You are very dependable and even somewhat conservative. You are a keen thinker who loves challenges. You have the natural ability to do exceptionally well in academic situations. Your high morals lead you to disapprove of people who act immaturely or in a sleazy manner. You are careful about your appearance, from your clothes to the way you act in front of others. You want people to like you and need the approval of friends, family and teachers. SLANT - YOU ARE HIGH-SPIRITED, energetic and independent. You have strong opinions and you stick to them, no matter what other people say. You are quite outgoing. You tend to be a leader in your social groups. You are very choosey about who you call your friend. You are quick-moving and active. You have the natural ability to be good at many sports. You may not be much of a team person though, because you hate sticking to a schedule made by someone else. You like to "play things by ear" and see what happens, not plan everything in advance. You love to be the centre of attention. You are also argumentative and may have a hot temper sometimes. CONCAVE - YOU ARE ADVENTUROUS, curious and intelligent. You have an excellent eye for detail, good people skills and a smart mind. You would make an excellent detective! You are outgoing and friendly. You make friends quite easily. People find you exciting and interesting. You are inquisitive and love to delve into the "why" and "how" of things. When you are fascinated by a problem or social situation, you will not rest until you have analyzed it completely. You are complex and not everyone gets you, but most people like you anyway. You will have an exciting life! SHARP-ANGLED TIP - YOU ARE CREATIVE, fun and outgoing. Your enthusiastic manner wins you many friends. You have a positive and accepting outlook on life. You are very energetic and talkative. You are able to carry on a conversation on almost any topic. You can always make someone feel comfortable around you. You love attention and you will do your best to get it. Your friendships are very important to you. You fall in love easily and you are a born romantic. You are also a helpful person and your friends know they can come to you to get good advice. You dislike sticking to a schedule, but you probably need one. You are a likable and giving person. POINT - YOU ARE SPIRITUAL, confident and outgoing. You have a strongly developed spiritual sense, and you might even be a bit psychic! Your curious nature leads you into many interesting situations and friendships. You are an attention-seeker who needs to be noticed. You are self-assured and confident about yourself. You love flattery. You want others to praise you and look up to you. You are somewhat mysterious, and people find this attractive. Many people like you. In love, you are very faithful. You have an open, adventurous attitude to life. You love new situations and you could even have a daredevil nature. You can be lazy occasionally and you often look for the easy way. P.S. I don't wear lipstick (only occasionally, like 3 times a year maybe) so I don't fall into ANY category ;o) I took these off the internet and don't claim cleverness to come up with it on my own.

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