10.31.2010
sunday stealing
(click the icon to play along)Sunday Stealing: The Meme About Me, Myself, and I
1. What inspires you to blog? the urge to yabber
2. What’s the best thing about blogging, for you? exploring my thoughts
3. What is your favourite book of all time? I don't think I have an all-time favorite book... but there are a lot of books that I love
4. It’s 9pm and for some reason you’ve been hungry all day, despite the three square meals. What do you rustle up? I wouldn't eat at that hour
5. Who are three of your style icons? Stacy & Clinton and my grandmother
6. What’s your current favourite song/piece of music? Rhythm of Love by Plain White T's
7. What is the last book you read? The Good Thief by Hannah Tinti, I wrote about it here
8. What is your current favourite recipe? DiGiorno pizza
9. Who or what first inspired you to set up your own blog? my therapist suggested I journal more and I was stuck when it came to paper and pen, so I thought I would start an online journal
10. What object could you not live without? a laptop
11. Where do you see yourself in ten years? here
12. Who or what made you into the person you are today? my life
13. What have your learned from blogging? not to take myself too seriously--or to react to comments too seriously
14. Knowing what you know now, what knowledge would you pass on to your past self? follow your dreams
15. Sunday roasts - lunchtime or evening meal? lunchtime
16. What has been your best blogging-related experience so far? sharing experiences with some really awesome blog friends
postsecret
PostSecret is an ongoing community art project where people mail in their secrets anonymously on one side of a postcard. I like to post one that speaks to me each week.
the halloween cupcake test
You Are Goofy |
 You are a fun loving and carefree person. You can't help but be a bit of a goofball. You love to make people laugh, and your sense of humor is quite silly. You enjoy Halloween each year, partially because it allows you to put your personality on display. You have the craziest costume around, and you outdo yourself every year! |
what halloween character are you?
You Are a Witch |
 You are sharp, crafty and intuitive. You are capable of so much! You just seem to know things. You understand how to effect those around you. You know how to help, but you also know how to hurt. It's up to you to decide if you want to use your powers for good or evil. Most importantly, you know how to get your way without lifting a finger. Now that's power! |
10.30.2010
the haunted house test
You Are Classic and Chic |
 You don't fall for old fads thinly disguised as new trends. You prefer to stick to what's tried and true. You are wise and savvy. You know history well, and you aren't doomed to repeat it. You aren't scared of much. You prefer to get to the bottom of things rather than wonder about them. You believe that most fear is fear of the unknown, so you try to know as much as possible. |
saturday 9
Elected
1. Many of my friends have commented they cannot discuss politics with co-workers, family, friends and others without conflict rearing its ugly head. Do you feel you can talk with your family and friends about this particularly divisive election? Most of the time.
2. Do you know who you're voting for in next week's election? How did you decide? I listened to some candidate debates and did a lot of reading
3. What do you think is the most important issue in next Tuesday's election? the race for Governor of Maine
4. Can you go a day without laughing? oh, no, not possible
5. Do you think that you can chose who you want to love? no
6. Have you ever been on stage? For what? I was involved in theater for two-thirds of my life, so I've been on stage in a variety of capacities for that... and I've been in some speaking competitions that required us to speak from a stage
7. Would you ever live in a different country? If yes, where? I could easily live in Canada or Ireland
8. Any plans for Halloween? nothing yet
9. The last costume that you wore, what was it and why did you choose it? it was a complete nun's habit with wimple--and I wore it for a lark but it was rockin' and I loved the long rosary/belt
10.29.2010
friday fill-in
# 197
1. While the cat's away I'ma get in trouble.
2. Birthdays are fabuloso!
3. Children laughing is the best sound.
4. I usually have a cup of coffee when I get home from work or shopping or what have you.
5. This may seem odd, but I forgot to celebrate my birthday this week. (usually I have a week-long celebration)
6. Going out to try the new restaurant with my friends and that seems like a fine idea to me!
7. And as for the weekend, tonight I'm looking forward to celebrating my birthday with friends, tomorrow my plans include celebrating my birthday with family and Sunday, I want to celebrate some more!
1. While the cat's away I'ma get in trouble.
2. Birthdays are fabuloso!
3. Children laughing is the best sound.
4. I usually have a cup of coffee when I get home from work or shopping or what have you.
5. This may seem odd, but I forgot to celebrate my birthday this week. (usually I have a week-long celebration)
6. Going out to try the new restaurant with my friends and that seems like a fine idea to me!
7. And as for the weekend, tonight I'm looking forward to celebrating my birthday with friends, tomorrow my plans include celebrating my birthday with family and Sunday, I want to celebrate some more!
birthday meme...
1. Go to Wikipedia.
2. In the Search box, type your birth month and day (but not year).
3. List three events that happened on your birthday.
4. List two important birthdays
5. List one interesting death.
My birthday is October 29.
EVENTS:
1) 1886 – The first ticker-tape parade takes place in New York City when office workers spontaneously throw ticker tape into the streets as the Statue of Liberty is dedicated.
2) 1929 – The New York Stock Exchange crashes in what will be called the Crash of '29 or "Black Tuesday", ending the Great Bull Market of the 1920s and beginning the Great Depression.
3) 1969 – October 29, 1969: the Supreme Court ruled that school districts must end segregation “now and hereafter".
BIRTHDAYS:
1) 1961 – Randy Jackson, American musician
2) 1948 – Kate Jackson, American actress
DEATH:
1618 – Sir Walter Raleigh, English explorer (executed) (b. 1554)
2. In the Search box, type your birth month and day (but not year).
3. List three events that happened on your birthday.
4. List two important birthdays
5. List one interesting death.
My birthday is October 29.
EVENTS:
1) 1886 – The first ticker-tape parade takes place in New York City when office workers spontaneously throw ticker tape into the streets as the Statue of Liberty is dedicated.
2) 1929 – The New York Stock Exchange crashes in what will be called the Crash of '29 or "Black Tuesday", ending the Great Bull Market of the 1920s and beginning the Great Depression.
3) 1969 – October 29, 1969: the Supreme Court ruled that school districts must end segregation “now and hereafter".
BIRTHDAYS:
1) 1961 – Randy Jackson, American musician
2) 1948 – Kate Jackson, American actress
DEATH:
1618 – Sir Walter Raleigh, English explorer (executed) (b. 1554)
10.28.2010
thursday bug
Sometimes it helps to share with others what bugs your mind.
They may have a solution, a kind word, or a smile of encouragement.
This week my thursday bug is:
Inability to focus on one thing. I've been distracted this week.
10.27.2010
what treat should you give out for halloween?
You Should Give Out Milk Chocolate |
 You are a very modest and unassuming person. You don't pretend to be someone you're not. Like a milk chocolate bar, you're perfect the way you are. You don't need any flash. You are comforting and steady. People know what they can expect from you, and they appreciate your strengths. While some trendy types may leave you underrated for a while, people always come back to you in the end. |
what's your halloween personality?
You See Halloween as Fun |
 You're a friendly person, but not the life of the party. You like making someone else's day - and you'll dress up if you think of a really fun costume. You're weird. You're downright deviant. And you use dressing up in a costume as an excuse to act out. Your inner child is open minded, playful, and adventurous. Your fears are irrational and varied. It's hard to predict what you may be afraid of on any given day. You're logical, rational, and not easily effected. Not a lot scares you... especially when it comes to the paranormal. You are a traditionalist with most aspects of your life. You like your Halloween costume to be basic, well made, and conventional enough to wear another year. |
what miniature chocolate bar are you?
You Are a Krackel Bar |
 You create a spark and leave a mark everywhere you go. You're very bold. Your days are full of fun and laughter. You love life, and you never take it too seriously. You enjoy brightening someone's mood, and you are always an optimist. Things may not ever be perfect, but you'll always find something to smile about. |
10.26.2010
making progress...
Very interesting therapy session today. Yesterday, in my Manic Monday I mentioned asking my therapist if she thought we should change my action plan. So today we talked about it. Mostly, I had a breakthrough when we were talking about control and being in control. Or being out of control. I'm processing the session. And I'm sure I'll have more to say about it.
10.25.2010
finished reading...
I don't even know where to start with how much I loved this book. It's a somewhat Gothic and completely mesmerizing story. The story of Ren is mysterious--from how he lost his hand to how he came to be at the orphanage and his future rests in the hands of a con-artist who claims him from St. Anthony's Orphanage. Even though there are some brutal deaths, overall the story is uplifting. I smiled through the whole book, I was captivated.
I really enjoyed this and can't wait for my reading group to discuss it. So much to talk about!
just another manic monday...
If you could go back in time what would your current day self tell your 18-year-old self? to follow my dreams
Name one thing you could do to improve any important relationship in your life. spend more time together
If you were guaranteed honest responses to any three questions, whom would you question, and what would you ask? I would ask the head of the CIA if they really don't know where Osama Bin Laden is. I would ask my neighbor to turn the volume on her television down. I would ask my therapist if she we should change my action plan.
10.24.2010
compelling...
This should be mandatory viewing for any teens that are contemplating a sexual relationship. The situations are heartbreaking. Everything about their lives changes in one instant.
the five factor emotional intelligence test
You Sometimes Attend to Your Emotions |
 You find expressing your emotions to be quite natural. You just say and show how you feel. You always make your decisions based on facts and logic. You never listen to your heart, because you know it can lead you astray. You are very emotionally responsive. It's not difficult to tug on your heartstrings. You are an extremely empathetic person. You find it easy to put yourself in someone else's shoes. |
what's your social style?
You Are Friendly |
 You enjoy being around others, and you are a natural people pleaser. Being social makes you feel good. You are naturally popular and well liked. Your friendship is genuine and it shows. You're always looking to add to your circle of friends. You are ready to welcome anyone new into your life. Even though you have a ton of friends, you always have room for a few more! |
postsecret
PostSecret is an ongoing community art project where people
mail in their secrets anonymously on one side of a postcard. I like to post one that speaks to me each week. This week more than one spoke to me.
10.23.2010
groovin'
Spending a Saturday afternoon watching a John Legend concert... ahhhhhhh... he is so incredibly talented.
saturday 9
I'm So Proud
1. What are you proud of? the bonds I make with people
2. What is the best thing you’ve ever won as a prize? How did you win it? a pie... I won a raffle, it was yummy
3. Tell us about something you've done that in retrospect was a waste of time. oh, there are so many things... I can think of a dozen or so meetings
4. How old were you when life changed the most for you? How did it change? 6 or 7, when Mum died
5. Tell us about a place you that you've been that you considered to be very tranquil. The Floriade, the World's Fair of Flowers at The Hague, Netherlands which happens every ten years... fields of flowers and pavilions representing hundreds of countries from around the world
6. Who is your favorite news anchor/reporter? Why? Lesley Stahl, I think she's under-rated
7. If you were to have the opportunity to name a new town or city, what would you call it? Why? it depends on where it is, actually
8. What is something about which you've always wondered but have not yet found a good answer? where dust bunnies come from
9. When you can't go to sleep, what is your personal remedy to help yourself drift into Lullabyland? I do some breathing exercises
10.22.2010
word...
The following fun facts about the English Language come from an article in the Mirror.
Of all the words in the English language, set has the most definitions.
The longest word in English, according to the Oxford English Dictionary, is pneumonoultramicroscopicsilicovolcanoconiosis a chronic lung disease caused by the inhalation of fine silicate or quartz dust.
The second longest word in the Oxford English Dictionary is floccinaucinihilipilification or the estimation of something as worthless.
Almost is the longest word in English with its letters in alphabetical order.
E is the most used letter of the alphabet, accounting for one in every eight in written English.
No words rhyme with orange, silver, purple or month.
Rhythm and syzygy (an alignment of three celestial bodies) are the longest English words without a vowel.
The only 15-letter word that can be spelled without repeating a letter is uncopyrightable.
The combination ough can be pronounced in nine different ways. The following sentence contains them all: A rough-coated, dough-faced, thoughtful ploughman strode through the streets of Scarborough; after falling into a slough, he coughed and hiccoughed.
The word robot was created by Czech playwright Karel Capek. It came from the Czecho-Slovak robotovat, which means to work very hard.
Avocado is derived from the Spanish word aguacate, which is derived from ahuacatl meaning testicle.
The youngest letters in the English alphabet are J, V and W.
The oldest word is town.
When Shakespeare was writing his plays there were just two million English speakers and he had fewer than 100,000 words to choose from. Today 1.53 billion people are anglophones.
There is a seven-letter word in the English language that contains 10 words without rearranging any of its letters therein: the, there, he, in, rein, her, here, ere, therein, herein.
Of all the words in the English language, set has the most definitions.
The longest word in English, according to the Oxford English Dictionary, is pneumonoultramicroscopicsilicovolcanoconiosis a chronic lung disease caused by the inhalation of fine silicate or quartz dust.
The second longest word in the Oxford English Dictionary is floccinaucinihilipilification or the estimation of something as worthless.
Almost is the longest word in English with its letters in alphabetical order.
E is the most used letter of the alphabet, accounting for one in every eight in written English.
No words rhyme with orange, silver, purple or month.
Rhythm and syzygy (an alignment of three celestial bodies) are the longest English words without a vowel.
The only 15-letter word that can be spelled without repeating a letter is uncopyrightable.
The combination ough can be pronounced in nine different ways. The following sentence contains them all: A rough-coated, dough-faced, thoughtful ploughman strode through the streets of Scarborough; after falling into a slough, he coughed and hiccoughed.
The word robot was created by Czech playwright Karel Capek. It came from the Czecho-Slovak robotovat, which means to work very hard.
Avocado is derived from the Spanish word aguacate, which is derived from ahuacatl meaning testicle.
The youngest letters in the English alphabet are J, V and W.
The oldest word is town.
When Shakespeare was writing his plays there were just two million English speakers and he had fewer than 100,000 words to choose from. Today 1.53 billion people are anglophones.
There is a seven-letter word in the English language that contains 10 words without rearranging any of its letters therein: the, there, he, in, rein, her, here, ere, therein, herein.
friday fill-in
# 196
1. One of my strongest beliefs is what comes around goes around.
2. The full moon looks huge!
3. The sky is cloudy with a threat of rain and wind and cold, so it's time to cuddle up with a good book.
4. A tall glass of cold water is comforting to me.
5. I always thought I'd be thinner.
6. I couldn't sleep and then I went outside to look at the full moon.
7. And as for the weekend, tonight I'm looking forward to catching up on some recorded tv, tomorrow my plans include getting my errands done and Sunday, I want to have a nap!
1. One of my strongest beliefs is what comes around goes around.
2. The full moon looks huge!
3. The sky is cloudy with a threat of rain and wind and cold, so it's time to cuddle up with a good book.
4. A tall glass of cold water is comforting to me.
5. I always thought I'd be thinner.
6. I couldn't sleep and then I went outside to look at the full moon.
7. And as for the weekend, tonight I'm looking forward to catching up on some recorded tv, tomorrow my plans include getting my errands done and Sunday, I want to have a nap!
10.21.2010
yawn...
I am turning into a little old lady. I've been so tired this week... I'm headed to bed now. Good night!
thursday bug
Sometimes it helps to share with others what bugs your mind.
They may have a solution, a kind word, or a smile of encouragement.
This week my thursday bug is:
Noise pollution, I couldn't hear anything with the racket going on... and my students certainly couldn't hear me.
10.20.2010
10.19.2010
ten things tuesday...
Ten things about why I play Farmville:
1) My youngest niece wanted her own farm to play so I opened a Facebook account so she could play. Then I got hooked.
2) My sisters play it, so it's a way we stay bonded--sending each other gifts and farm goodies.
3) It's relaxing.
4) The theme song is catchy. When I'm doing something mindless, I often catch myself humming the tune.
5) I get to operate heavy machinery with my fingers.
6) I can decorate for the holidays without adding to the clutter of my own home.
7) My dogs (I have two) are very well-trained!
8) How else could I earn over $6,000,000. dollars?
9) Cows, chickens, pigs, goats, sheep, reindeer, geese, turkeys, and many more--no fuss, no muss!
10) I don't have to feel guilty if I let something wither.
10.18.2010
yikes!
Had a phone call from my primary care doctor that some test results from my annual physical are a bit suspicious. She is referring me to a doctor who specializes in this and we'll see what happens from there. But when a doctor says it's not an emergency it makes me worry.
just another manic monday...
What work of art best describes your personality? I'm tempted to say The Scream... but really, I'm more of Van Gogh's Starry Night
What was the high point of last month? vacation!
What do you think is the single best decision you've made in your life so far? going to Ireland, that was the best time of my life
10.17.2010
postsecret
PostSecret is an ongoing community art project where people
mail in their secrets anonymously on one side of a postcard. I like to post one that speaks to me each week. This week more than one spoke to me.
sunday stealing
(click the icon to play along)Sunday Stealing: Another 50 Questions Meme (Part Two)
26. Do you like someone? I like most people
27. The last song you listened to? Usher's OMG
28. What time of day were you born? morning
29. What’s your favorite number? 3
30. Where did you live in 1987? Cork, Ireland
31. Are you jealous of anyone? just a little
32. Is anyone jealous of you? probably not
33. Where were you when 9/11 happened? teaching my second period class
34. What do you do when vending machines steal your money? give it a thump
35. Do you consider yourself kind? yes
36. If you had to get a tattoo, where would it be? either inside my right arm/wrist or on my left foot
37. If you could be fluent in any other language, what would it be? Spanish
38. Would you move for the person you loved? depends on the location
39. Are you touchy feely? oh, sometimes
40. What’s your life motto? never pass up an opportunity to go to the bathroom
41. Name three things that you have on you at all times? keys, wallet, clothes
42. What’s your favourite town/city? Augusta
43. What was the last thing you paid for with cash? iced coffee
44. When was the last time you wrote a letter to someone on paper and mailed it? I sent my bestie a card a month or so ago
45. Can you change the oil on a car? probably
46. Your first love: what is the last thing you heard about him/her? he was unhappy in his job situation
47. How far back do you know about your ancestry? on my mother's side--1400s; on my father's side--pre-Revolutionary War
48. The last time you dressed fancy, what did you wear and why did you dress fancy? I don't know what you consider fancy but I wore a dress to a funeral
49. Does anything hurt on your body right now? nope
50. Have you been burned by love? no, I don't think so
10.16.2010
nothing to do meme...
1. What is the closest item near you that is blue? tissue box
2. What is your favorite color? earth tones
3. When is your birthday? thirteen days
4. When did you last go to the mall? last Sunday
5. When was the last time you bought a pair of pants? the first week of October
6. What do you want for your birthday? uhmmmm... Barnes & Noble gift cards so I can get nook books
7. Who will be your next kiss? the dog
8. What was the last candy you ate? Hershey's Nuggets
9. Are you wearing socks right now? nope
10. When was the last time you went out of the state? a little over a year ago
11. Have you been to the movies in the last 5 days? no
12. What was the last thing you had to drink? diet orange dry soda
13. What are you wearing right now? judo pants and a shirt and undergarments
14. What was your last purchase? groceries
15. Who was the last person you talked to on the phone? the pharmacy
16. Have you bought any clothing items in the last week? not in the last week
17. Do you have a pet? nope
18. What's the last sporting event you watched? football
19. What's the most played song on your iTunes? Don't use iTunes.
20. If you could be anywhere right now, where would you be? there
21. What is the last thing you purchased online? shoes
22. One thing you hate about yourself? my chronic laziness
23. What's your favorite soup? tomato bisque
24. Do you miss anyone? always
25. Last play you saw? Godspell
26. What are your plans for the day? it's 9:30 pm, so... going to sleep
27. Last person you msg'd? my sister, on Facebook
28. What do you know about the future? it exists
29. Are you wearing any perfume or cologne? I put some body spray on this morning
30. Where are your best friends located? locally
31. How old do you want to be when you have kids? I don't
32. Who was the last person who made you cry? me
33. Do you have any tattoos or piercings? two tattoos and pierced ears
34. How do you like your soda? fresh
35. Do you like hot sauce? not so much
36. Next time you'll take a shower? in the morning
37. What was the last movie you watched at home? I watched August Rush last weekend
38. What is your mood? sorta bored
39. What kind of car do you drive? Ford Taurus
40. Have you ever been to Virginia? last year
41. What are you doing right now? watching House... it's Saturday night!
2. What is your favorite color? earth tones
3. When is your birthday? thirteen days
4. When did you last go to the mall? last Sunday
5. When was the last time you bought a pair of pants? the first week of October
6. What do you want for your birthday? uhmmmm... Barnes & Noble gift cards so I can get nook books
7. Who will be your next kiss? the dog
8. What was the last candy you ate? Hershey's Nuggets
9. Are you wearing socks right now? nope
10. When was the last time you went out of the state? a little over a year ago
11. Have you been to the movies in the last 5 days? no
12. What was the last thing you had to drink? diet orange dry soda
13. What are you wearing right now? judo pants and a shirt and undergarments
14. What was your last purchase? groceries
15. Who was the last person you talked to on the phone? the pharmacy
16. Have you bought any clothing items in the last week? not in the last week
17. Do you have a pet? nope
18. What's the last sporting event you watched? football
19. What's the most played song on your iTunes? Don't use iTunes.
20. If you could be anywhere right now, where would you be? there
21. What is the last thing you purchased online? shoes
22. One thing you hate about yourself? my chronic laziness
23. What's your favorite soup? tomato bisque
24. Do you miss anyone? always
25. Last play you saw? Godspell
26. What are your plans for the day? it's 9:30 pm, so... going to sleep
27. Last person you msg'd? my sister, on Facebook
28. What do you know about the future? it exists
29. Are you wearing any perfume or cologne? I put some body spray on this morning
30. Where are your best friends located? locally
31. How old do you want to be when you have kids? I don't
32. Who was the last person who made you cry? me
33. Do you have any tattoos or piercings? two tattoos and pierced ears
34. How do you like your soda? fresh
35. Do you like hot sauce? not so much
36. Next time you'll take a shower? in the morning
37. What was the last movie you watched at home? I watched August Rush last weekend
38. What is your mood? sorta bored
39. What kind of car do you drive? Ford Taurus
40. Have you ever been to Virginia? last year
41. What are you doing right now? watching House... it's Saturday night!
saturday 9
Spooky
1. Does anything about Halloween “spook” you? nope
2. What is the favorite costume you have ever worn for Halloween? a complete nun's habit
3. What is your favorite thing about Halloween? the candy
4. What one topic is (or was) the most painful to discuss with your parents? Why? I have a hard time talking finances, especially if I'm having a hard time... because it's embarrassing and they feel almost obligated to help me out
5. What was the happiest day of your life? Do you think you'll ever top it? I've had several happiest days, they happen regularly
6. What animal would you like to be able to communicate with? dogs
7. In what way do you come nearest to perfection (as you define it)? sloth
8. Do you have any recurring nightmares? I used to but I haven't had it in years
9. If you could change anything about the way you were raised, what would it be and why? I wouldn't be who I am today if something changed... although, getting more academic praise would have been nice
10.15.2010
friday fill-in
# 195
1. Wow, it's rainy & windy.
2. I am beautiful.
3. My favorite way to start a day is without the alarm clock.
4. My landlord stopped by and he walked in the door holding a pumpkin.
5. I look out my window and see the post office and the funeral parlor.
6. $ is what I've been thinking about lately.
7. And as for the weekend, tonight I'm looking forward to purse party, tomorrow my plans include hanging around and reading and Sunday, I want to get my errands done!
1. Wow, it's rainy & windy.
2. I am beautiful.
3. My favorite way to start a day is without the alarm clock.
4. My landlord stopped by and he walked in the door holding a pumpkin.
5. I look out my window and see the post office and the funeral parlor.
6. $ is what I've been thinking about lately.
7. And as for the weekend, tonight I'm looking forward to purse party, tomorrow my plans include hanging around and reading and Sunday, I want to get my errands done!
10.14.2010
thursday bug
Sometimes it helps to share with others what bugs your mind.
They may have a solution, a kind word, or a smile of encouragement.
This week my thursday bug is:
Realizing that I am way more into the discussion than any of my students are.
10.13.2010
testing, testing...
Today was PSAT day. All morning I administered the exam. It was a drag. And I had to sacrifice my planning period. Blah. I had things I needed to do that just didn't get done. Then the schedule was modified for the rest of the school day and it ate into all my classes. I just feel like I didn't get enough accomplished. The sophomores were kind of stunned after the testing so they weren't up to their usual capacity all day, either.
I hope tomorrow is more successful all around.
photo op...
Erika saw this and thought of me! It's a White House Photo of the Day and George is meeting with President Obama about the situation in Darfur. I love my blog friends!
10.12.2010
ten things tuesday...
Ten foods I refuse to give up:
1) Pizza. I just adore pizza. All kinds of pizza.
2) Bread. Bread is my crack. I'm a sucker for fresh bread.
3) Chocolate. I know I could eat dark chocolate but it doesn't satisfy me the same way.
4) Peanut Butter. Give me a spoon and a jar. Or an apple.
5) Nutella. 'Nuf said.
6) Soda. I have one glass of Polar's Diet Orange Dry every day.
7) Coffee. I have one iced coffee from Dunkin' Donuts daily.
8) Potatoes. Especially mashed. Although I do love fries. And plain chips. But there's something wonderful about salsa on a baked potato.
9) Noodles. Love love love noodles--buttered with parmesian cheese.
10) Reese's Peanut Butter goodies--eggs at Easter and miniatures anytime!
1) Pizza. I just adore pizza. All kinds of pizza.
2) Bread. Bread is my crack. I'm a sucker for fresh bread.
3) Chocolate. I know I could eat dark chocolate but it doesn't satisfy me the same way.
4) Peanut Butter. Give me a spoon and a jar. Or an apple.
5) Nutella. 'Nuf said.
6) Soda. I have one glass of Polar's Diet Orange Dry every day.
7) Coffee. I have one iced coffee from Dunkin' Donuts daily.
8) Potatoes. Especially mashed. Although I do love fries. And plain chips. But there's something wonderful about salsa on a baked potato.
9) Noodles. Love love love noodles--buttered with parmesian cheese.
10) Reese's Peanut Butter goodies--eggs at Easter and miniatures anytime!
10.11.2010
firestorm
Stirred up a controversy on FaceBook by responding to this video. My comment is: I think it's a great conversation starter.
ally
It's National Coming Out Day. I am proud to be an ally and I'm proud to be known around the school community for being accepting and teaching tolerance. I wish I could open all minds and hearts. Love is love. It's time to pass the peace.
not gonna...
There's just no way that I'm going to finish this book for our group meeting on Friday. I know the story and understand what happens and the characters. But there's just no way.
just another manic monday...
If you were to say that there is a period of your life that you dream about the most, when would it be? I can't quite identify the time period but it is from my past... I've been having some vivid dreams that I just can't quite place the time
How often do you change the sheets on your bed? regularly...I like crisp sheets
If you could wake up tomorrow in your own bed, but in another place in the world (indoors or outdoors), where would you like it to be? there
If you had to name the worst song to wake up to in the morning, what would it be? a lullaby
Bonus: (As in optional) If you were to have Shakespeare to dinner tonight and could invite one other person from history, who would you pick? Stephen King
10.10.2010
amazing...
Love watching it but I could and would NEVER be on this show. I'm more of an armchair competitor!
sunday stealing
(click the icon to play along)Sunday Stealing: Another 50 Questions Meme (Part One)
1. When you looked at yourself in the mirror today, what was the first thing you thought? I look old
2. How much cash do you have on you? about $6
3. What’s a word that rhymes with DOOR? more
4. Favorite planet? earth
5. Who is the 4th person on your missed call list on your cell phone? I don't have a missed call list
6. What is your favorite ring tone on your phone? I use the default
7. What shirt are you wearing? pajamas
8. Do you label yourself? not so much
9. Name the brand of the shoes you’re currently wearing? none
10. Bright or Dark Room? depends on the time of day
11. Did you do anything to celebrate John Lennon's 70th yesterday? I listened to some of his music and admired the Google doodle
12. What does your watch look like? I don't wear a watch
13. What were you doing at midnight last night? sleeping
14. What did your last text message you received on your cell say? I don't text
15. Where is your nearest 7-11? 300 miles from here
16. What’s a word that you say a lot? really
17. Who told you he/she loved you last? my Virginia sister
18. Last furry thing you touched? Maggie
19. How many drugs have you done in the last three days? just prescription
20. How many rolls of film do you need developed? none
21. Favorite age you have been so far? every
22. Your worst enemy? myself
23. What is your current desktop picture (extra points if you post it.)? an October calendar
24. What was the last thing you said to someone? "any time"
25. If you had to choose between a million bucks or to be able to fly what would it be? $$$$$$$$ hands down, no question
postsecret
(On the back it says: And I will continue)
PostSecret is an ongoing community art project where people mail in their secrets anonymously on one side of a postcard. I like to post one that speaks to me each week.
10.09.2010
lament...
It's Saturday night and there's nothing good on tv. I'm not amused. I did do a quick shopping exchange online. So, new shoes are on the way.
However, I am feeling slightly pathetic.
YouTube to the rescue?
However, I am feeling slightly pathetic.
YouTube to the rescue?
saturday 9
Hush
1. In a social setting, are you more of a talker or a listener? it depends on the setting--but overall I think I'm better at getting other people to talk
2. Do you take compliments well? on the surface, yes; inside, no
3. Are you judgmental? if I am, I'm more accepting than judgmental
4. Do you think more about the past, present or future? the present and immediate future
5. What do you hate? hate
6. Use three words to describe yourself. independent, thoughtful, cheerful
7. Do you celebrate Halloween? Explain: by putting together goodie bags for my homeroom students
8. If you were mixing up a witches brew, what would be in it? pomegranate juice and 7Up or Sprite
9. If you're in a room with two beds, which one do you sleep on? either one, I'm not particular
10.08.2010
friday fill-ins
# 194
1. My favorite month is October because it's got Harvest Break from school, usually some nice sunny days, and my birthday.
2. I love a fresh breeze.
3. I love to sniff fresh flowers.
4. Bacon is what I like to have as a treat for breakfast.
5. The hobby I enjoy most is playing on the computer--Farmville and blogging.
6. Oh me, oh my!
7. And as for the weekend, tonight I'm looking forward to probably watching a movie, tomorrow my plans include hopefully having breakfast with my bestie and Sunday, I want to enjoy the day!
1. My favorite month is October because it's got Harvest Break from school, usually some nice sunny days, and my birthday.
2. I love a fresh breeze.
3. I love to sniff fresh flowers.
4. Bacon is what I like to have as a treat for breakfast.
5. The hobby I enjoy most is playing on the computer--Farmville and blogging.
6. Oh me, oh my!
7. And as for the weekend, tonight I'm looking forward to probably watching a movie, tomorrow my plans include hopefully having breakfast with my bestie and Sunday, I want to enjoy the day!
10.07.2010
loss...
I've been doing a lot of thinking about funerals, mothers and loss--because of my colleague's mother's death. What I've been thinking about is that my mother has been dead longer than she was alive. It's poignant and such a part of who I am that I genuinely can't imagine what I would be like if she was alive longer in my life. I remember reading Motherless Daughters by Hope Edelman but think I might have to pick it up again.
I think my upcoming 45th birthday has something to do with this, too. I've lived as many years without Mum as the years she lived.
what kind of chair are you?
You Are a Modern Chair |
 You are confident and sure of yourself. You don't hide behind anything or anyone. You rock a simple elegance that people are jealous of. You don't feel like you have to dress up who you are. You are usually the coolest person in the room - and you know it. You can't help but be a bit of a snob. You find it difficult to relax or let your guard down. You are afraid of being too sloppy. |
thursday bug
Sometimes it helps to share with others what bugs your mind.
They may have a solution, a kind word, or a smile of encouragement.
This week my thursday bug is:
Political commercials.
10.06.2010
read...
I probably shouldn't blame being back at school... but I haven't been able to read. I'm struggling to read my book group book. I did read a lot over the summer. I love to read.
Oh, and speaking of books...
it's once again Buy A Friend A Book Week and I just sent a box of books to my Virginia sister.
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