5 Great Things About Living With an Extroverted Roommate

Tonight my roommate and I ran around in water sprinklers, getting soaked in the process. Dripping water, we gave bear hugs to others. They got wet as well. Laughter and excited chatter filled the summery night.

We both coordinate service events in the same organization. We swing dance, often together. We go to the same church, and most of our shenanigans are with each other. We were around each other so often last year that our peers would always ask us if we were roommates. 

One major difference, and a rather huge one. 

I am an introvert. Ashley is an extrovert. 

But how do we even function? I need my alone, quiet times to "recharge". Ashley's energy comes from being around others. 

But, as the old saying goes, opposites attract. And so, there's a few great reasons to find yourself living with an extrovert. 

1. Meeting new people. I'll admit. I'm not much of a people person. People utterly exhaust me. BUT. One thing that interests me is their stories. I love getting to hear people tell me about who they are, where they come from, and seem to enjoy my [awkward] company. Plus, you'll never know who you'll encounter. 

2. Trying new things. It's not that I don't like trying new things, but Ashley has gotten me into the most interesting adventures. Some of those great times I wouldn't have experienced if I had stayed in my room like I planned. 

3. Perspective. Learning the opposite perspective is great for learning about those who may not be like you. Great friendships are built on communication and understanding, and I've come to know Ashley more through watching her extrovertedness at work. 

4. Strong communication. Yep. We may be somewhat alike, but we are also quite different. So much communication is necessary. And because we communicate so much, we've become even closer. 

5. Company. In those occasions that I need someone, anyone, I have someone. Ashley. Even those I-don't-want-to-talk-because-if-I-talk-I-shatter-into-bits times, even her presence is comforting.  

She may be an extrovert, but she's my extrovert.

Between recharging and living with one of the most beautiful people I've ever met, I guess the best part is that it never gets boring. 

Are you the opposite of your roomies? The same? Have you had any awesome adventures together?