GoldenIslandSenorita.Net celebrated its third year on the internet in May 2021, and it recently passed the 2 million views milestone. I thought I’d “formally” introduce myself (the blogger) and hope to get to know you guys as well. Without further ado, here are 20 random facts about Polly. Why am I addressing myself in third person?
#1. Basic Facts About Polly
Nickname: Polly
Occupation: General Manger, recently finished an online business program.
Educational Background: Graduated with a Master’s degree in Nursing. A registered nurse in the Philippines and USA.
#2. Random Facts About Polly: On Travel
- During my travels, I consistently prioritize indulging in the local cuisine, exploring both well-known dishes and lesser-known delicacies, which I affectionately refer to as my “foodventures.”
- I always wear a ring on my left ring finger when traveling alone.
- I always keep a few small bills in my wallet, but the most of them are stashed somewhere else.
- Let me spill the tea about my escapade in Guangzhou, China way back in 2010. Prepare for a juicy story because, honey, I fell straight into the clutches of a scam. Picture this: I’m chilling at this budget hotel (the name escapes me, darling) when, just two days before check-out, chaos ensues. I march over to the front desk, demanding an explanation. Lo and behold, an English-speaking staff member drops the bombshell: my reservation supposedly only covered a measly 5-day stay. Thank the travel gods I had my itinerary and receipt to prove them wrong. But wait, it doesn’t end there! Despite sorting out the mess, they had the audacity to ask for a 100 CNY ‘down payment’ as a refundable fee. Well, well, well, departure day finally arrives, and I retrieve my precious refund. The hotel even goes the extra mile and arranges a cab for my airport adventure. Now, this is where it gets spicy. When I whip out the exact bill they gave me, Mr. Cab Driver has the nerve to claim it’s counterfeit! I put on my persuasive charms, urging him to take the change, but he remains stubborn as a mule. With time ticking, I rummage through my wallet, scrounging up some legit CNY bills to settle the fare. And guess what? Both the airport money changer and the duty-free shop confirm that, yep, it was indeed a fake bill. Lesson learned, my darlings: keep your wits about you and be a savvy traveler, especially when venturing into the unknown.
- Since obtaining my PADI Open Water certification in 2016, I have had limited opportunities to engage in scuba diving due to my busy schedule.
- As someone with a few visible tattoos, I had a disappointing experience in Japan where I was denied entry to an onsen (hot spring) due to my ink, which discouraged me from attempting it again.
- My first trip to Tokyo in 2015 was the most memorable, owing to a plethora of epic fail experiences. Just to mention a few…
- For over two hours, I was stuck at Shinjuku Station, Japan’s busiest railway station. The station has too many exits, and it was packed at the time.
- For two days, I forgot my luggage combination. I’m glad I brought additional clothing in my carry-on.
- I missed my flight home.
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#3. Random Facts About Polly: Hobbies and Interests
- I grew up listening to 70’s & 80’s classic rock music and 90’s alternatives.
- In high school, I was in a band and played the drums. I began teaching drum lessons in 2015 and ended in 2020 no thanks to the pandemic.
- The Great Gig In The Sky by Pink Floyd and Stellar by Incubus are my ultimate feel good songs.
- Back in the day, I had a knack for talking up a storm, and I mean, full-on hurricane-level chatter. My gift of gab was so extraordinary that people would resort to desperate measures, offering me stacks of cash or tempting bribes, just to savor a moment of blissful silence. Oh, the lengths they went to in hopes of catching a break from my verbal whirlwind. But hey, can you blame them? When you’ve got a silver tongue like mine, silence becomes a precious commodity.
- In regards to the previous statement, I had a stint as a writer for some pretty cool publications. Picture this: Her Campus (2011), Global Young Executives (2013), and District Magazine (2013) were lucky enough to have my words grace their pages. Oh, and let’s not forget the: Listverse (2010) and Buzzfeed (2012), where I flaunted my talent as a witty contributor. But hey, here’s the catch: I did it all incognito, under a mysterious pen name. Intrigued? Well, if you’re up for a challenge, go ahead and find me!
- When it comes to communication, I’m all about making a statement. Texting? Meh, it’s just not my thing. I prefer to let my voice do the talking because honey, I can chat on the phone for hours on end. Seriously, I’ve set the bar high with a jaw-dropping 19-hour marathon call. So, if you think you can top that, bring it on! Let’s see if you have what it takes to keep up with my phone prowess.
- I speak 5 languages (and 3 Philippine dialects): Filipino (Native Tongue), English, French, Russian, and sarcasm.
#4. Random Facts About Polly: Personality
- I have had an unhealthy crush on Johnny Depp since Sleepy Hollow (1999). Yup.
- My personality type is ENTJ-A. Contrary to popular belief, I don’t easily lose my temper.
- I consider myself a Francophile.
- “One of the boys”
- I can be very opinionated, self-righteous, and hypocritical. I’m working on it.
- I have an amazingly good intuition, and I’m always right when I trust it.
- Whenever people tell me that I look familiar, I tell them I do adult films.
GoldenIslandSenorita.Net reached its 2 Million views after being published in 2018. I’m beyond ecstatic upon seeing the stats. Thank you very much for the support!
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Now it’s your turn! What’s your most memorable travel experience and what place is top of your bucket list? I’d like to know by commenting below.
Hi Paula/Polly, nice to meet and know you more with these random facts about you..more more more!
So nice to meet you. I love that you speak sarcasm. Me too. 🙂