This is my seventh online diary (fifth on diaryland) in eight years.

Before my attempt at artistic, thoughtful writing commences, I will give you the barebones facts about me. Let's make sure there are no secrets between us.

1. I am twenty-three years old.

2. I live in New York City.

3. I teach high school english.

4. I am a lesbian.

5. If you saw me walking down the street, you'd peg me as straight.

6. ...unless I were walking down the street in the pride parade. In no way am I closeted.

7. I smoke.

8. I drink socially. Usually.

9. I love music.

10. I love words.

11. I studied Latin & Linguistics in college.

12. I have OCD.

13. I am messy.

14. I am not good at sports.

15. I am not good at lying.

16. I own four vibrators.

17. I am a movie fanatic.

18. I would like to lose weight.

19. I have some commitment issues.

20. I love my job.