Clearly, we won’t be feuding over a knight’s rank and order. It’s all about the symbolism of the table.
If you’ve been following this blog for any length of time, you’ve probably gathered that I’m an introvert by now. And because of my shyness it hasn’t always been easy to make friends in ‘real’ life. I still have a hard time opening up and allowing others to be fully immersed in my world. Oddly, this is not the case with blogging.
Blogging has been a surprisingly safe and welcoming place to build community. I’m amazed at some of the friendships I’ve built in such a short period of time. And yet, I realize there is so much more to learn, so many more people to get to know. On that note, I’ve been thinking about this strange paradox–about introverts who actually find fulfillment in blogging and sharing their lives with perfect strangers.
Introverts, for the most part, are selective when it comes to relationship building. It’s not that introverts don’t like to talk with everyone they meet. It’s just that we don’t talk unless we have something to say. Maybe we just want to avoid the small talk. My desire for quiet introspection is key to surviving social situations. I think before I speak. I actually enjoy thinking, exploring my thoughts and feelings. Maybe to a fault. I’m always, and I mean always, over-analyzing things. Gah, the internal angst!
The flip side to being an introvert, is that I’m a really good listener. In fact, I’d rather listen to someone else speak than have a captive audience. Therein lies the complexities of blogging. I know in theory you’re supposed to write for yourself. But, the truth of the matter is that we also write for an audience. If I’m being honest, lately, I don’t feel like writing about my own personal escapades. Sometimes I just want to sit back and make blogging a spectator sport. I want to take in all the glorious nuances of this social exchange without having to be center stage.
I’ve come up with a temporary solution. It’s akin to King Arthur’s Round Table. As its name suggests, the table has no head, implying that everyone who sits there has equal status. Everyone has a say. Modern day terms explains it as “a meeting of peers for discussion and exchange of views.” I figure since we already discuss issues openly and honestly with each other why not give it a name. And so, Bloggers at the Round Table was born. I wanted to start this light hearted series for the sake of getting to know my readers better and vice versa. Plus, from an introvert’s perspective, it’s refreshing to NOT always have the floor.
Let’s get started shall we? Oh, I should mention that each installment will include at least one question that I’ve just been dying to ask my readers. If you have a question you’d like to submit for a future post, you can email it to me at keepingitrealmoms@yahoo.com. Here we go:
Question #1- If you had to pick an actor to portray your life story in a feature film, who would it be? And why?
Julia Roberts stole many hearts in this scene.
A. I would pick Keira Knightley to portray the twenty year old me. I admire her focus, passion, and intensity. I became a huge fan when I saw her in Love Actually and Pride and Prejudice. Also, who can forget her epic performances in Pirates of the Caribbean? As for the thirty year old me, I’d pick Julia Roberts. The Julia Roberts I remember from Pretty Woman and Runaway Bride. I absolutely LOVE her laugh! Acting alongside of Richard Gere isn’t such a bad gig either.
Now, it’s your turn.
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I could SO see Julia Roberts playing you!
Posted by Chatter Master | March 14, 2013, 6:12 amAw, thanks Colleen! I just love her smile and laugh. But you’re not exactly off the hook. You forgot to mention who you would pick to portray your life story. I’ll be waiting . . .
Posted by Anka | March 14, 2013, 8:36 amOh yeah….well…
Sandra Bullock for certain parts. I think. I love her humor. I think she is beautiful. If she played the 40 year old me she woudl have to cut her hair short and make it spiky.
I also like the girl who played Natalie on the facts of life.
Hmmmm….it depends on what mood they have to portray!
Posted by Chatter Master | March 14, 2013, 4:49 pmAnother pick for Sandra Bullock! I love her humor too. She’s like a breath of fresh air. But, I gotta say Natalie from the Facts of Life would give her some competition. I absolutely adored her when I was a little girl!
Posted by Anka | March 14, 2013, 6:29 pmHi Anka – ok…the extrovert that I am, I’m gonna go for it
I thought about your question, particularly the “why” would I choose “so and so” to play me. And of course it would be based on some of the roles they have played. I would choose Meryl Streep to play the “mature me” from 35 upwards. She is bit my senior but looks amazing and she would be at home playing me both in my career and private life. I met her once years ago and fell in love with her “normalcy” and there are numerous roles she’s played in the last 20 years that I just LOVE (like “Out of Africa” that I liked so much that I visited the house where it was filmed). The role of the younger me would probably go to Sandra Bullock…she’s played a goofy girl in so many comedies that I love…some of which could fit my story 
Posted by tiny lessons blog | March 14, 2013, 7:02 amOh, I could SO see Meryl Streep playing the mature you, especially her role in “Out of Africa.” I think it’s wonderful that you actually got to visit the house where it was filmed. You’re such an adventurer. As for the younger you, Sandra Bullock is a fine choice. She is one of my favorite actresses. I LOVE her versatility as well!
Posted by Anka | March 14, 2013, 8:48 amThe “Out of Africa” site visit was memorable, a little bit like transported back in time. I’ll try to find the pics I took there and maybe I can share a story…nice you liked my picks
Posted by tiny lessons blog | March 14, 2013, 8:54 amI love this. I am not as much of a classic romantic as a Harry Met Sally one! Mine would always be Meg Ryan. I loved her character when she was talking about “spying a family” and she had that AHA moment realizing that she was not going to ever have it with the guy she was with. I loved how when she finally loved Harry she knew it. And even the way she second guessed herself and played hard to get. Even the scene in the restaurant… where she played the part of “faking it”: when he didn’t believe that he would fall for it…. And in the end when she held out and made him chase her! Yep pretty much me. Introvert? Hardly…Basket case? Perhaps! lol.
Posted by coastalmom | March 14, 2013, 7:14 am“When Harry Met Sally” may not be considered a classic romance film, but it’s classic for other reasons! The restaurant scene was legendary. Who could ever forget it? I love how you describe all of the complexities of this character. Sounds like she’d be a perfect fit. Plus, Meg Ryan is absolutely adorable and so are you Diane!
Posted by Anka | March 14, 2013, 8:53 amGreat idea for a series! One person came to my mind almost immediately. Angelina Jolie. Nah, I’m totally kidding. Seriously, I pick Tina Fey. We’re the same age, we both wear goofy glasses, we’ve had similar pasts, we both have two young kids. Every single thing she’s in is brilliant and funny. yeah, I pretty much just want to BE her, come to think of it.
Posted by She's a Maineiac | March 14, 2013, 7:39 amTina Fey is comic genius! And when the WordPress community thinks of ‘female comedic genius,’ there’s one person that fits the bill and that would be you Darla! I couldn’t think of a better choice. Now, we just need to think of a way to help you earn royalties for all the material you produce!
Posted by Anka | March 14, 2013, 9:09 amMe? Tina Fey? why that is the best thing anyone’s ever said to me. I so wish it were true.
Posted by She's a Maineiac | March 14, 2013, 10:37 amThanks for giving me something to think about this morning! I read this quick before I had to head out and do grocery shopping. The whole time I was at the grocery store I thought about it! The closest thing I could come up with would be Janeane Garofalo. She’s a little nerdy, weird and quirky like me! I too am an introvert! My husband says I am 100% introvert. I would like to consider myself an 85% introvert. I really do try to be more open but shy and quiet are my natural characteristics. But like you, blogging is a great platform for communicating with people for me! I ALMOST feel like an extrovert here!!!
Posted by motherhoodisanart | March 14, 2013, 8:20 amJaneane Garofalo is an excellent choice! I loved her in Reality Bites. She’s funny and cute like you Melissa! As for the introvert thing, I like how you’ve broken it down into a percentage–eighty five to be exact! It’s funny because in my day to day life I operate as an introvert 100% of the time. But, I feel like an extrovert when I blog. That’s why blogging is such a paradox for me!
Posted by Anka | March 14, 2013, 9:30 amI LOVE this idea. What an awesome way to get to know your readers! Two people who could easily play me, Rebel Wilson and Amy Poehler. Why, you ask me? Oh. just because I am so funny! LOL! Just kidding. I like the way their characters on screen are usually outcasts, awkward people trying to be normal in a normal world, like I feel most days. Also, do you want the readers to write a comment or a post in answer to your question? Just so I know what you expect for the next question
Yaaay looking forward to the next one.
Posted by Amba | March 14, 2013, 8:33 amI think your choices are so interesting, Amba! I can totally relate to the concept of “awkward people trying to be normal in a normal world.” But, on an aesthetic level, I would’ve thought you’d pick someone totally different. You are GORGEOUS! So, I was thinking along the lines of a more exotic actress, like Mila Kunis or even Jessica Alba.
As for the answer to your question, I think it would be great to leave a comment here first. But, if you felt led or moved, you should definitely write a post and leave a pingback. So, other bloggers can read it. Glad to hear you’re on board with this idea!
Posted by Anka | March 14, 2013, 8:41 amAnka! You are far too kind
Mila Kunis, I nearly fell off my chair. LOL! But thank you for making my day, no actually my year. 
I think from the next question onwards, I’ll leave you a comment and then a pingback to a post if I’m inspired. 
Thanks Anka!
Posted by Amba | March 14, 2013, 8:51 amReblogged this on So You Think You Can Think and commented:
An awesome idea! Great way to get to know other bloggers personally. Feel free to participate readers! Anka is an amazing blogger and I look forward to her questions
Posted by Amba | March 14, 2013, 8:36 amThanks for the re-blog! Your enthusiasm is so uplifting my friend!
Posted by Anka | March 14, 2013, 8:43 amOh! I don’t know which actress it would be! I’m thinking about it, but I don’t know!
thanks for making me think about this, it’s fun! 
btw, loving this new series Anka!
Posted by now at home mom | March 14, 2013, 8:54 amI’ll be waiting, Ingrid . . . I’m sure you can up with someone. Maybe even google a few actresses or genres of films you’re particularly drawn to. It will just click!
Posted by Anka | March 14, 2013, 8:56 amHi Anka
hope you are having a great day! I thought about it and I believe it would be “Isla Fisher”, not because we look alike but because in many of the characters she has portrayed; she reminds me a lot of me ; when she smiles, laughs and talks! 
I think she would be able to portrayed me very well! ha!ha! sorry it took me so long to answer back but our little one here has been sick with the flu since Saturday afternoon!
Posted by now at home mom | March 18, 2013, 1:56 pmHmm, I think Jonah Hill would fit pretty close to me. Funny, a little on the chubby side.
Posted by greenembers | March 14, 2013, 8:56 amI love it! Such an honest answer and such a likeable actor. Thanks for stopping by and playing along. Nice to ‘meet’ you!
Posted by Anka | March 14, 2013, 8:58 amI love this idea! I tried it once with a square table, but I kept getting stuck on the corner and getting poked. Round is way better. As for portrayal choices for my life story? Yeeks. Well, my wife says I remind her a lot of Robert Downy Jr., (and for the record, I had the beard first — just sayin’). My other choice is George Clooney. Not that I resemble him. Well, maybe his nostrils (we both have them — eery, I know). He’s on my list of “celebrities I could sit down and have a beer with.” As for the younger, 30s me? Uh… has anyone heard from Paul Reubens lately?
Posted by Ned's Blog | March 14, 2013, 9:09 amNed, your wife is right about Robert Downy Jr. I could see him portraying your life story. You both have the beard thing going on. George Clooney is an excellent back-up choice. He is a fine actor indeed. Now, about Paul Reubens, you couldn’t possibly be referring to the man who played “Pee Wee Herman?” That brings back some strange memories for me!
Posted by Anka | March 14, 2013, 9:18 amHahaha! Yeah, the Paul Reubens reference was purely for shock value. No one has ever said I look like him. Not even in a darkend movie theater
Posted by Ned's Blog | March 14, 2013, 10:49 amintrovert here too…it’s a very mistunderstood characteristic
Posted by Barbara @ Just Another Manic Mommy | March 14, 2013, 9:21 amI couldn’t agree more with you, Barbara. How come introverts get such a bad wrap? Hopefully, we’ll be able to undo some of these stereotypes. By the way, you didn’t mention who you would select to portray your life story. Any thoughts?
Posted by Anka | March 14, 2013, 9:23 amhmmm probably Mila Jovovich or Uma Thurman just because I love how they kick ass!!! (which I aspire to!)
Posted by Barbara @ Just Another Manic Mommy | March 14, 2013, 9:31 amI could definitely see both actresses portraying your life story. Who could forget Uma Thurman’s raw toughness in Pulp Fiction?
Posted by Anka | March 14, 2013, 9:34 amhello blogging friend, isn’t it amazing how people connect online. Plus bloggers are so inclusive and supportive
Posted by melanie jean juneau | March 14, 2013, 9:40 amHello, Melanie! You’re absolutely right about the blogging community. It’s a surprisingly soft place to fall. I was a skeptic at first, but now I’m a firm believe in building friendships online.
Posted by Anka | March 14, 2013, 10:20 ambest way for a creative introvert to connect heart to heart with others
Posted by melanie jean juneau | March 14, 2013, 10:25 amWhat a nice post, and fun…the actors! It’s really interesting for me, as part of my novel concerns a little discussion on King Arthur & Lancelot, but the discussion is based on a movie (First Knight) and not the book.
For what it’s worth, I’m an admirer of Julia Ormand and Juliette Binoche, perhaps because they do “understated” so well…introverted?
As for me, well, my youngest daughter once told me that I’d look like Brad Pitt if I had more hair. But then she was about 12 at the time, and I think it was a few weeks before Xmas. If I had a choice, and being somewhat of an introvert, it would be Johnny Depp all the way.
Posted by Lawrence Grodecki | March 14, 2013, 10:07 amYour novel sounds interesting, Lawrence. I am particularly drawn to period pieces such as First Knight. As for Julia Ormand and Juliette Binoche, I completely forgot about these two fine actresses. They are definitely understated yet powerful. I loved Juliette Binoche in Chocolat. And, as for your pick, I couldn’t think of better introvert-type of an actor than Johnny Depp. He is one of my personal favorites. Mostly because he is so quirky.
Posted by Anka | March 14, 2013, 10:27 amThanks Anka. Chocolat is one of my favorite films . . . all that Mayan mystery. As for my novel, this discussion is a very minor part of it, but it touches on a pervasive theme. In the movie King Arthur makes a statement to the so-called fearless Lancelot, basically saying that a man who knows no fear cannot know love. But then he immediately states that he’s not sure of his own statement.
My faves vary over time, but Johnny Depp is certainly way up there. Actually I think he first caught my attention with the delivery of that line about the rules being “more like guidelines”!
Incidentally, one of my faves is Sir Laurence Olivier, ever since he played the butler in the movie, “Arthur” . . . the irony of it all!
Posted by Lawrence Grodecki | March 14, 2013, 10:54 amThat scene is a good point of reference for your book. It is loaded with meaning and can be left open to interpretation. As for other male actors I’m particularly fond of, I’d have to say Daniel Day Lewis tops my list as well.
Posted by Anka | March 14, 2013, 11:03 amJuliette Binoche in Chocolat is perfection. I LOVE that movie and I LOVE her in it.
Posted by mylifeisthebestlife | March 15, 2013, 7:56 amWow Anka you’ve done it again, your honest introspective approach leads to another engaging creative blog roll. So, great post !! …and Great choice…I could totally see you in Julia Roberts, even ad-mist the anonymity of the blogging world. Lets see….My absolute favorite actress of all time is Ashley Judd. She is beautiful, very intelligent, concerningly human and is spokes women for many national women’s issues. I love that she graduated from Harvard only a few years ago, and despite all her true life oppositions, she has no trouble shinning off and on the screen within the entertainment world…….
Posted by mistymidnite | March 14, 2013, 10:24 amI LOVE Ashley Judd too! She is a complete woman with so much heart. And if there is anyone qualified to portray your life story, it would be Ashley Judd. She is intelligent and full of HEART just like you. Thanks again for playing along, Ellie. I always enjoy reading your opinions!
Posted by Anka | March 14, 2013, 10:30 amI would pick Amy Adams because she strikes me as free-spirited and bubbly, which is how I picture the inner me. Also, because I want to be a ginger with every fiber of my being but don’t have the nerve to do more than highlights yet.
I would say I’m less of an introvert than I was in high school; I over-analyzed everything ad nauseum. As I have gotten older, I’ve gotten better about letting people in but still am very much an introvert. I don’t know about you all, but I often feel like I can’t express myself as well speaking as I do writing, translating into me feeling much freer and open on my blog than in real life, sometimes to my mother’s chagrin.
Posted by sarah9188 | March 14, 2013, 10:38 amAmy Adams is a great choice! She strikes me as a free spirit too, and I’m quite sure that’s how the inner you really is, Sarah. I think you bring up a good point about being able to express yourself more clearly in writing versus speaking publicly. It’s funny because my husband is SO opposite. He is the most gregarious outgoing guy I’ve met. He’s just made for an audience. Funniest guy I know! Maybe opposites really do attract?
As for your mom being taken aback about your openness on the blog, I’m sure if you’re the firstborn child, she’s gathered that you need an outlet by now!
Posted by Anka | March 14, 2013, 7:02 pmOh I love this. I’m much more of an introvert myself. As far as who would play me… hmm, that’s a tough one. Some of my peers would say Kelli Martin; however, I think I would say I’m more of a Jennifer Garner. She can be tough, funny, and nurturing which are qualities that I see in myself.
Posted by When the Kids Go To Bed | March 14, 2013, 10:40 amWe were replying at the same time and picked the same actress. Guess I need to go check out your blog
Posted by stormdan | March 14, 2013, 10:51 amI could definitely see Jennifer Garner starring in your life story. She seems like an exemplary mom and wife. As far as I remember, she had the tough part covered in her role in Alias. Somewhat of a super hero in her own right!
Posted by Anka | March 14, 2013, 6:48 pmThis is great!!! I also tend to be an introvert and find it difficult to write about myself for audience and the internal angst is AWFUL!
As for your questions…for me it would be Jennifer Garner. My sister has told me that we have a similar look and she seems like a real person. We’re around the same age and she’s also a mom. So I pick her.
Posted by stormdan | March 14, 2013, 10:50 amYay! Another fellow introvert who tries to find refuge in blogging. Thanks for sharing the actor of your choice. It helps me get a clearer picture of you in my head. Your gravatar is adorable. Babies feet are so yummy, but there is no way I could guess you had a big smile and dimples like Jennifer Garner!
Posted by Anka | March 14, 2013, 6:53 pmLove this! I would have to have Megan Mullally (aka Karen Walker on Will & Grace) play me in a movie. Sometimes I whine, lots of times I can be found with wine in my hand and I call people honey and sweetie more than I probably should!
Posted by jeandayfriday | March 14, 2013, 11:01 amOf course, I remember Megan Mullally! She was a riot. And I could definitely relate on the wine and whining part of her character. Our poor husbands probably prefer the former version of wine than the latter!
Posted by Anka | March 14, 2013, 6:31 pmWhat??? You, shy??? Sorry. Can’t believe it…
LOL
Posted by MustardSeedBudget.wordpress.com | March 14, 2013, 11:51 amI know it’s hard to believe by the looks of things here! But, the reality is that I’m only comfortable because I’m sitting behind a computer screen. Let’s just put it this way, if there was ever play that needed to be produced or directed, I would prefer to work behind the scenes!
Posted by Anka | March 14, 2013, 6:35 pmYou have some good choices, Anka. As for me, I like Scarlet Johansson. I like her work although I’m not entirely sure it’s realistic. No matter!
Posted by The Bumble Files | March 14, 2013, 4:08 pmScarlet Johansson is a perfect choice, Amy! She has just the right amount of edge to suit your personality. Plus, I hear she’s has an excellent singing voice. You don’t like to sing by any chance do you?
Posted by Anka | March 14, 2013, 6:40 pmOh, yes, I’ve heard her sing. I do not have a singing voice! But I wish I did…
Posted by The Bumble Files | March 14, 2013, 6:42 pmThe Round Table is a great idea! As for actors: Meg Ryan in my youth (and hers!)–and Angelina Jolie in general–because she was wild and then got normal.
Posted by Charron's Chatter | March 14, 2013, 7:59 pmCharron, I could definitely see Angelina Jolie playing the wild version of you. I’m guessing you always had a strong independent streak in you. I admire that kind of deep conviction to oneself!
Posted by Anka | March 15, 2013, 12:36 pmTina Fey! Not that I am that funny but she could make my life look funny!! And I just love her sense of humor OR Zooey Deschanel because I have a girl crush on her! Love her sense of humor too. I want to be able to look back at my life and laugh obviously. Because its better to laugh than to cry!
Posted by fakingpictureperfect | March 14, 2013, 8:36 pmAnother vote for Tina Fey! She could absolutely make anyone’s life look funny. And I hear you on the Zooey Deschanel girl crush, she’s a cutie. But the thing I could relate to the most was when you said, “it’s better to laugh than to cry.” There’s no truer statement, Meredith!
Posted by Anka | March 15, 2013, 12:38 pmYeah, I thought I was being kind of original until I read all the comments!
Posted by fakingpictureperfect | March 15, 2013, 1:27 pmTina Fey is loved by so many! I’m actually surprised more women didn’t select her. And no matter what, no two comments are alike. Your input is still original, especially since you included the “it’s better to laugh than cry” quote!
Posted by Anka | March 15, 2013, 1:35 pmI would pick Audrey Hepburn, the funny way she was in Breakfast at Tiffany’s, but given a 21st Century Ontario girl’s mannerisms. Because she is my favourite person to watch, and I think she could portray the things I do that don’t even make sense than me
Lily
Posted by lly1205 | March 14, 2013, 8:56 pmLily, I dig your choice! Who could forget such a legendary actress? An actress that truly transcends time. Brilliant choice! And, of course, we’d definitely need to tweak her accent to capture all your nuances just right!
Posted by Anka | March 15, 2013, 12:40 pmShe’s my favourite
Of course, I could always just adopt her accent and mannerisms, and then she’d be perfect just as captured in her movies!
Lily
Posted by lly1205 | March 15, 2013, 12:45 pmWhat a great idea my lovely friend. I don’t think I can single out one, I would probably say Kristen Wiig in Bridesmaids (as I used to really be attracted to the macho type/bad/unavailable/a bit of punk kinda guy in my previous before N. life) & cause I share her awkward totally out of place feeling when surrounded by the snobbish upper class crowd. Other than that I can relate to Monica Potter’s Kristina in Parenthood as she is the REAL mom and would do ANYTHING for her kids. xxx
Posted by wonderlandbytatu | March 15, 2013, 3:06 amThanks for playing along, Tatu! I love the reasoning behind the actress you picked. Kristen Wiig is fabulous. She is a crack up. And yes, unfortunately her character is always attracted to the bad boy types. So, I gotta know . . . did you actually end up marrying a bad boy?
Also, I don’t know if you got my comment on your ‘About’ page or not, but I’ve been trying to get your email. You can just drop me a line at keepingitrealmoms@yahoo.com. Talk soon my dear!
Posted by Anka | March 15, 2013, 12:43 pmno, I actually married the good guy
I got your comment and have sent you the email (check in your spam folder, for some reason they sometimes end up there).
Posted by wonderlandbytatu | March 15, 2013, 12:46 pmI married the good guy too. I think we saved ourselves a lot of heartache by selecting this route. Thanks for the email. It probably did end up in my spam folder. I’ll contact you shortly!
Posted by Anka | March 15, 2013, 12:48 pmI would choose Emma Stone to play me. She is equal parts goofy and serious, much like myself. She can also pull off curly hair as well straight which is important if you’re going to portray me! It’s the little things ya know?
Fun post! Looking forward to the next in the series!
Posted by littlemisswordy | March 15, 2013, 6:00 amEmma Stone is a perfect choice! My husband and I are HUGE fans of her acting chops. And knowing you, and how detail oriented you are, you definitely gotta find a girl who can rock BOTH curly and straight hair. Otherwise it wouldn’t be true Little Miss Wordy form and fashion. Have a great weekend my friend!
Posted by Anka | March 15, 2013, 12:47 pmHey, babe, great idea. Ellen Page for the young and teenage me, and Juliette Binoche for the adult me. And Dame Judy Dench for the aging matriarch me, cause she’s just too awesome and that’s the kind of kick-ass old lady I want to be.
To speak to your opening point on introversion, here’s my take on it: I think most if not all writers have to have a strong streak of introversion. While an audience is a critical–the critical part–when it comes to sharing your writing, and the world obviously inspires/shapes what you write, the act of creation is intensely private and lonely. Extroverts don’t do well locked in a room alone for hours and hours; introverts do, and sometimes, 24 hours alone bent over the keyboard is the only thing that will bring a writing project to completion. My thought…
Posted by nothingbythebook | March 15, 2013, 7:15 amHey Jane, so good to hear from you! I love your choices, especially Dame Judy Dench. She would definitely embody the kick ass spirit you possess. I’d probably pick Helen Mirren or Sophia Loren for the aging matriarch me.
I appreciate the commentary you wrote regarding introverts. It was spot on! I meditated on this line for quite some time, “The act of creation is intensely private and lonely.” I concluded that it’s absolutely true, and perhaps, isn’t such a bad thing. Like you said, it’s the only way to see a project through till the end. The idea of being locked in a room for 24 hours sounds dreamy. I often fantasize about what it would be like to have a cabin to retreat to ALONE so I could really enter into a season of writing.
Posted by Anka | March 16, 2013, 8:24 amI have to say a combination of Uma Thurman and Sandra Bullock because I’ve often been compared to both of them, although more often to Uma. I cut my hair right before Pulp Fiction came out and the entire football team at my University called me Thurman from that point on.
I LOVE this idea. Your blog is such an amazing place to visit.
Posted by mylifeisthebestlife | March 15, 2013, 7:53 amUma Thurman is a perfect choice for you! And the timing of cutting your hair, back in college, couldn’t have been better. She was so sexy in Pulp Fiction. I also hear she has Danish roots. Another European beauty!
Hope you catch up on sleep this weekend, Anita. I’m glad you stopped by. You know I always love seeing your face!
Posted by Anka | March 16, 2013, 8:29 amWhat a great idea!! I share your sentiment about getting to know the others in this blogging community; so many of us seem to have bonded so quickly! It’s awesome!
As for me, Jennifer Lawrence. Our voices are similar, and I may be crazy like her a la The Silver Linings Playbook, minus the promiscuity.
Posted by whencrazymeetsexhaustion | March 15, 2013, 12:22 pmYou know me, I enjoy turning the floor over to other bloggers. In fact, some days I wish I had a fill-in.
In any case, I hope this will open the dialogue so we can get to know each other even better. As for your choice, I’m so glad to hear you chose Jennifer Lawrence. She is HUGELY popular right now. And, super gorgeous! I can’t wait to see The Silver Linings Playbook. It got great reviews!
Posted by Anka | March 16, 2013, 8:39 amWhat an interesting post, Anka! But i’ll have to pass on this one – don’t know many movies and actors. Sorry! But I do love your post and the wonderful idea to know the others in the blogging world.
Posted by Jiawei | March 17, 2013, 7:44 amNo worries! I’m just glad you stopped by, Jiawei. Maybe you can participate in round 2 of this series. Have a great weekend!
Posted by Anka | March 22, 2013, 12:11 pmOoh, can I play too?
I think for me it’d have to be Natalie Portman (or Keira Knightley, actually). I look a bit like both, and they seem to have similar characters, joy of life and sense of drama as I do. And both sometimes seem a little bit unhinged, as well as loving the mysterious and unexplained, which is part of my soul too.
Ps. I’m an extrovert but recently wrote a bit about introverts too; this is such an interesting topic!
Posted by Pixie Girl | March 18, 2013, 2:51 amPixie Girl, I’m so glad you picked Natalie Portman! It was a toss up for me too, as both actresses are indeed very similar. And by the way, if you resemble either one of these girls, you are definitely a beauty! Glad you could play along. The second installment should be coming up shortly.
Sorry for the delayed response. I recently discovered I was having a baby and have been battling severe morning sickness. Ugh!
Posted by Anka | March 22, 2013, 12:14 pmOh wow! Congratulations! Just saw the post about it, awesome
Looking forward to the second instalment
Posted by Pixie Girl | March 23, 2013, 6:27 amWell, not to copy you, but it would have to be Keira Knightly for me too. Or Sarah Michelle Geller. Keira because I think she is amazing, talented and lovely. All the things I am not. So she could make me look so much better and lets face it, a film about me would be pretty dull otherwise. Sarah – because I love Buffy and in my head that’s who I am – a kick arse vampire slayer.
Posted by Piper George | March 18, 2013, 4:49 amTwo great choices, Piper! What an interesting dichotomy. On the one hand, you have Keira Knightley, who is an intensely passionate young woman. On the other, you have Sarah, who is a kick “arse” tough girl. Either one would probably capture all the nuances of your personality just beautifully!
Posted by Anka | March 22, 2013, 12:21 pmYou sure don’t sound like an introvert in your posts! You sound so outgoing and full of energy all the time! And great choice – I think you do have that warm glowy smile that Julia has!
Posted by rynnasaryonnah | March 18, 2013, 4:52 amRynna, I know it’s hard to believe based on some of my blog posts! But, trust me, I’m definitely a shy bird when it comes to real life. What about you my dear? You didn’t say which actress would portray your life story?
Posted by Anka | March 22, 2013, 12:17 pmI seriously never knew the significance of the round table until now. I think I must have skipped class that day.
I would pick Anna Kendrick. That girl can act.
Posted by Jill Pinnella Corso | March 18, 2013, 1:16 pmGreat choice, Jill! I could even see the resemblance. Though I’m embarrassed to admit I’ve never seen any Twilight films so I can’t attest to Kendrick’s acting chops. I’ll have to take your word for it. Kind of like you and your discovery about the round table. Guess we learn something new everyday, huh?
Posted by Anka | March 22, 2013, 12:27 pmHaha, I actually forgot she was in Twilight. I saw the first one but I don’t think she was in that one. Check out Pitch Perfect. That’s my jam.
Posted by Jill Pinnella Corso | March 22, 2013, 12:35 pmOh yeah, I forgot she starred in Pitch Perfect. I’ve been wanting to see that film for a while now. My hubby and I will have to rent it soon. Looks like a riot!
Posted by Anka | March 22, 2013, 12:38 pmStill trying to convince my husband to watch it. I will win eventually.
Posted by Jill Pinnella Corso | March 22, 2013, 1:27 pmGreat post!!!!
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