Annie Ridout

Annie Ridout

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Meet Order and Chaos (both me)

I've been getting to know two versions of myself, now I'd like to introduce them to you. Also: I'm trying something new.

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Annie Ridout
Aug 13, 2025
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There are two versions of me that I flit between, though they coexist.

One is Order; one is Chaos.

Chaos likes newness and spontaneity, Order likes routine and familiarity.

Chaos likes fast; Order likes slow.

Chaos loves to arrange a party; Order panics when it comes to the day.

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