Today’s question is more of a series of questions from Sarah of Yes and Yes. She recently asked me half a dozen questions for her interview series, and I thought you’d like a little peek at my answers, friends. Here are the first three questions. Look for the other three next week. xoxo
Can you tell us a bit about your disability?
I was born with Freeman-Sheldon Syndrome, a bone and muscular disorder. I’ve had about 26 surgeries to correct my bones and joints. Despite my disability, I’ve lead a pretty normal life: Graduated from college with a degree in journalism and now working as an adviser for a college newspaper. I enjoy getting young people excited about journalism and writing.
How does your disability affect your dating life?
Of anything in my life, my disability has affected my dating life the most. I’m usually a pretty self-confident person, but when it comes to dating, I’ve always been a bit self-conscious. I often worry that guys won’t be able to see past my disability.
Tell us about your dream guy!
Oh, definitely someone who can make me laugh. Laughter is one of the most important things in life, and any guy with a sense of humor has my heart. I’m also a romantic at heart, so I love guys who are romantic and charming. My family mean the world to me, and you know a guy is a keeper if he’s close with his family.
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ElsaD says
As much as I worship your writing, creative vision and soul, I feel truly connected to you by our concept of romanticism: the 'Letters to my future husband' series are one of the most adorable things I've ever read. Dreams come true, Melissa! 😀 Much Love! xoxo
HayleyKiah says
You have the most fantastic perspective on life. I love how you don't let anything stop you.
Melissa Blake says
Yay for hopeless romantics, Elsa! 🙂
Anonymous says
I read your profile and have some questions for you. When do you "break loose on the dance floor?" Of the posts I read, you never once mention going out dancing. How exactly do you "leave a hint of mystery behind you?" How do you "walk in the sunshine?" You are handicapped. Wouldn't roll be more accurate? Can you explain "dorky dancing" and how one accomplishes these moves? Just for your info: I have never seen you wear a polo shirt. Americans often confuse them with tennis shirts, made popular by Rene Lacoste. Polo shirts feature buttons on the collar ends. I often hear them called button downs. Polo players started using these shirts because the collars would often flap up and down with the movement of the horse. I don't really understand why British accents are enviable. Americans seem obsessed with them. But you never hear a Brit pretending to be an American unless a Brit is portraying one in a movie. Last item: Identify the immediate successor of Zachary Taylor since you enjoy US presidential trivia. Cheers.
Sini says
I like your blog a lot, even with all the difficulties in your life you just keep on going and being happy 🙂
And oh my god, that comment anonymous. Grow up.
FourJedis says
Who doesn't love a family guy? I married the first guy I met who reminded me of my dad. 🙂 Love, love, love your blog. Love your spirit, your confidence, and your joie de vivre.
Anarchist Girl Scout says
Can I interview you for my blog? I'd love to – for real.
Kathy Schneider says
You are so honest. It's really inspiring.