This week, I've been described by two different people using a one word description. Both of the people in question were medical professionals.
One described me at "Practical".
One described me as "Patient".
The more I think about it, I agree with Practical and not so much with patient.
What one word would you say does or does not describe you?
People describe me as "opinionated". And that's very true. But often when they see me being very vocal, they somehow translate that into "intelligent (smarter than X, Y, or Z)".
Not that I mind TOO terribly.
Posted by: Emily C | March 26, 2011 at 12:44 PM
Definitely practical.
Posted by: Mary @ A Simple Twist of Faith | March 26, 2011 at 01:54 PM
Lately? Crazy
Posted by: kyooty | March 26, 2011 at 02:05 PM
If you were to poll friends and family one word would nice. Or kind. Or patient. All are correct, though I am embarrassed by the nice one.
Posted by: Brandy | March 26, 2011 at 02:27 PM
"Patient" ain't it for me ......
Posted by: addy | March 26, 2011 at 04:13 PM
Fake does not describe me, real does.
Asked husband and kids same question about me answers below :
Hub.: Not boring , is fun. ( we have been together over 20yrs )
Son :not sloppy, is clean. ( he is cod so huge compliment in his book)
Daughter: not hideous, is pretty
Posted by: Amie | March 26, 2011 at 04:40 PM
Reserved. No one would ever call me reserved.
Posted by: Headless Mom | March 26, 2011 at 04:44 PM
Committed works for me. On my good days, it's "committed to my family, my job, etc." On the bad days, it's "should be committed." ;)
Posted by: Kati | March 26, 2011 at 04:59 PM
Over the years, I have been told that I am content, loyal and calm. The first two fit pretty well, the third, not so much. I guess I just hide it well. ;)
Posted by: KatieButler | March 26, 2011 at 06:46 PM
The word that describes me: compassionate. The word that absolutely does not: confident.
Posted by: ~ifer | March 26, 2011 at 07:32 PM
Maybe she meant you were a "patient" :)
Posted by: Karin | March 26, 2011 at 07:55 PM
I've been described as patient by lots of people - I think they've all been smoking too much of something they shouldn't because I certainly wouldn't describe myself that way!
Shy is how I would describe myself - but all my friends would turn around and ask me what I've been smoking!
Perception is a funny thing....
Posted by: Sarah | March 26, 2011 at 08:14 PM
I think I am most commonly described as "organized" which I would agree with. But I am only outwardly organized because I'm inwardly all over the place.
I was recently described as "organic" which shocked me. I wouldn't say it was an accurate description. Anything "organic" I do is really just because I am cheap.
Posted by: Jennifer | March 26, 2011 at 08:48 PM
I am determined with a side of stubborn.
I am not organized, though many people just assume that I am.
Posted by: FireMom | March 27, 2011 at 10:17 AM
When my basketball season ended yesterday, the team parents each said something nice about my coaching -- very touching -- and most used words like "calm," "a model of grace under pressure," "level-headed," "positive-thinking," and "motivational" ... all very applicable to my coaching, perhaps, but now I need to challenge myself to make sure my kids and family feel the same way! I think my family would say "capable" and perhaps "messy" -- and definitely "loving" (which might have something to do with the mess -- I'd much rather hold a kid and read a book than clean!).
Posted by: Rox | March 27, 2011 at 03:22 PM
one word that doesn't describe me is "patient"
one word that does describe me is "easy going"
Posted by: Sandra | March 27, 2011 at 10:15 PM
I once had something similar asked in a college class. We had to write about ourselves. Now I'm asking facebook pals what they think.
I would say informed or opinionated. Or caring, easy-going.
Not organized for sure. That one is a constant challenge.
Posted by: Sabz | March 27, 2011 at 10:36 PM
elegant
Posted by: HolyMama! | March 28, 2011 at 10:21 PM