Hi there! My name is Heather, and I currently live in Orlando, FL. I was born and raised here, but I spent a few years in Tallahassee getting my MA in English Literature (also at FSU).
I’m in my first year in the MSI program, so I have a ways to go before I can start thinking about my goal of working in a school library. Currently, I work in internal communications for HUB International, a global insurance brokerage. As the description would suggest, it’s not the most thrilling job, and I wouldn’t say I have a passion for internal communications, but I get to use some of the skills I learned in my MA, so it could be worse. Much worse.
When I’m not working, I love to hike with my reluctant partner–my dog Stevie Licks. She doesn’t love getting rained on, but it’s Florida, so what can you do? Stevie has three siblings: a 9-pound rat terrier named Miles and two cats named Rizzo and Jonesy (Jonesy’s an orange cat, and my husband’s favorite movie is Alien, so…)
I also spend a good deal of time watching trashy reality shows with my husband, but I balance it out with reading. I studied Victorian literature, and 19th century novels are my comfort reads.
I do the tiniest amount of video and audio recording and editing in my job, but I’m excited to learn more and learn some new platforms and more advanced techniques. I’ll be honest, I don’t think I’m the most creative person on the planet, but I’ll do my best!
Hi Heather! Such a cute dog! Just like you I too am into trashy reality tv, it is literally my bread and butter and seems to be the only thing I watch these days lol. My best friend actually just moved to Orlando and I’ve been going there all my life on trips but I seem to do the same old touristy things. Any recommendations from a local on places to go? Especially good food places? I do have a question, how did you convince your husband to watch the trashy reality tv shows with you? My bf is not a fan lol. Also what are your top 5 reality shows you’re watching right now? I’m looking for some new favorites because as of recently I’ve been watching re-runs.
Nice to meet you, Heather (and Stevie Licks)! That name is adorable.
I’m also working at a job that is less than thrilling, so I feel you there. I’ve been at my job for over 6 years, selling software to other companies. It’s exciting to look forward to the future in a library and kiss the cubicles goodbye!
I haven’t indulged in trashy TV in a while! I used to watch Flavor of Love and Rock of Love on MTV as a teen. I’m sure a lot has changed in the trashy TV landscape since then. But also… maybe not? Which one is your favorite at the moment?
And to round things out, do you have any recommendations for someone interested in Victorian literature? Despite loving everything books, I haven’t read nearly any “classics”.