G.R.I.T.S.? Like hominy?

You may be wondering...  What is an Alaskan G.R.I.T.S.?

Is it someone that is a really hard worker and they don't mind getting their hands dirty?
Is it someone that just really likes grits?
Does G.R.I.T.S. stand for some weird new religion that is sweeping the nation?

Nope to all of the above...

An Alaskan G.R.I.T.S. is moi.  
A Southerner that transplanted to Alaska two years ago.
An Alaskan Girl Raised In The South.

Well, at least I'm trying to be an 'Alaskan' girl.  (grin)  It has been a process, a s-l-o-w process.  But a good one.   I have heard recently from family that I haven't seen since I moved to AK... "Wow, you are so different".   "You have changed SO much."   "I really like this new you!"    (At this point...I have to wonder...what was wrong with the old me?)

Nothing.  Not one stinking thing was wrong.   I'm just different now.   More laid back?  More open-minded?   Not as concerned about what others think, or have, or material things?  Whatever it is...it's nice.  

Don't get me wrong, I still LOVE make-up, the color pink, anything sparkly, clothes with brand names,  going out, sweet tea, cornbread, and all things 'Southern'.  

But now I also like: halibut, Xtra Tuffs, dressing more casually, coffee, the beautiful Alaska scenery, hiking, snowboarding and on occasion...LESS makeup!  (Don't get too crazy...I HAVE to have something on my face.)

So...if you are interested in reading...I'll have some things to tell  you... stay tuned.
*insert smiley face here*
AKG