I'm good to go!
3.31.2011
so over it...
I just wish this was Mother Nature's idea of an April Fool's Prank...
... Winter Storm Warning remains in effect from noon Friday to
noon EDT Saturday...
A Winter Storm Warning remains in effect from noon Friday to noon
EDT Saturday.
* Precipitation type... heavy wet snow
* accumulations... 8 to 12 inches of snow.
* Timing... late Friday morning into Saturday.
* Temperatures... lower 30s.
* Winds... north 15 to 20 mph with gusts up to 30 mph.
* Impacts... high impact. Snow will result in difficult driving
conditions. Heavy wet snow may cause downed trees and branches
to snap with some power outages possible.
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:
Expired applesauce... man, I've never had stomach cramps like that.
tgif vs shit
When a businessman got on an elevator, there was a blonde already inside who greeted him with a bright, “T-G-I-F.”
He smiled at her and replied, “S-H-I-T.”
She looked puzzled and repeated, “T-G-I-F,” more slowly.
He again answered,”‘S-H-I-T.”
The blonde was trying to keep it friendly, so she smiled her biggest smile, and said as sweetly as possibly, “T-G-I-F.”
The man smiled back to her and once again said, “S-H-I- T.”
The exasperated blonde finally decided to explain.
“T-G-I-F means ‘Thank Goodness It’s Friday.’ Get it, duuhhh?”
The man answered, ”S-H-I-T means ‘Sorry, Honey, It’s Thursday.”
He smiled at her and replied, “S-H-I-T.”
She looked puzzled and repeated, “T-G-I-F,” more slowly.
He again answered,”‘S-H-I-T.”
The blonde was trying to keep it friendly, so she smiled her biggest smile, and said as sweetly as possibly, “T-G-I-F.”
The man smiled back to her and once again said, “S-H-I- T.”
The exasperated blonde finally decided to explain.
“T-G-I-F means ‘Thank Goodness It’s Friday.’ Get it, duuhhh?”
The man answered, ”S-H-I-T means ‘Sorry, Honey, It’s Thursday.”
3.30.2011
idol chatter...
It's Elton John night. And all I'm focused on is Ryan Seacrest's hair.
First up is Scotty. Thankfully he's playing guitar so I don't have to watch his hand shenanigans on the microphone. But he's still got the dog fart sniffing expression. Who knew Elton John wrote a country song? And why do I dislike Scotty so much?
Naima is putting a reggae twist on I'm Still Standing. oy What is she wearing??????
It's 8:30 and I'm already bored. This is going to be a very long night. I may just head to bed early and fast forward through the nonsense tomorrow.
Paul... Rocket Man? He's so unusual.
Pia has chosen the song that made Clay Aiken. It's hard to hear a woman sing Don't Let The Sun Go Down On Me. And *shrug* she didn't kill it.
I'm still bored. Why am I watching? Steven Tyler's been too soft. Jennifer is trying to be constructive. Randy is trying to "keep it real". Too much talking not enough singing. I'm going to bed.
meme
1. Have you ever been searched by the cops? I was with some friends who were searched, it was a routine thing no biggie
2. Do you close your eyes on roller coasters? partly
3. When’s the last time you’ve been sledding? a million years ago
4. Would you rather sleep with someone else, or alone? alone
5. Do you believe in ghosts? not so much
6. Do you consider yourself creative? yes
7. Do you stay friends with your exes? not with the last couple
8. Do you know how to play poker? not very well
9. Have you ever been awake for 48 hours straight? yes, when traveling
10. What’s your favorite commercial? hmmm, probably The Sausage Kitchen (with it's catchy jingle)
11. What are you allergic to? sulfa drugs
12. If you’re driving in the middle of the night, and no one is around do you run red lights? probably not
13. Do you have a secret that no one knows but you? yes
14. Boston Red Sox or New York Yankees? Sox
15. Have you ever been ice skating? when I was in college
16. How often do you remember your dreams? not very often
17. When was the last time you laughed so hard you cried? oh, I think it was last week
18. Can you name 5 songs by The Beatles? of course! I can sing them, too!
19. What’s the one thing on your mind now? a scheduling frustration
20. Do you know who Ghetto-ass barbie is? uh, no
21. Do you always wear your seat belt? yes, always
22. What cell service do you use? whatever TracFone is
23. Do you like sushi? some of it
24. Have you ever narrowly avoided a fatal accident? probably not fatal, but definitely major
25. What do you wear to bed? jammies
26. Been caught stealing? yes
27. What shoe size do you have? 10
28. Do you truly hate anyone? no
29. Classic Rock or Rap? classic rock
30. If you could sleep with one famous person, who would it be? George
31. Favorite Song? One by U2
32. Have you ever sang in front of the mirror? of course!
33. What food do you find disgusting? liver *shudder*
34. Do you sing in the shower? no
35. Did you ever play, “I’ll show you mine, if you show me yours”? not that I can remember
36. Have you ever made fun of your friends behind their back? of course!
37. Have you ever stood up for someone you hardly knew? yes
38. Have you ever been punched in the face? no
2. Do you close your eyes on roller coasters? partly
3. When’s the last time you’ve been sledding? a million years ago
4. Would you rather sleep with someone else, or alone? alone
5. Do you believe in ghosts? not so much
6. Do you consider yourself creative? yes
7. Do you stay friends with your exes? not with the last couple
8. Do you know how to play poker? not very well
9. Have you ever been awake for 48 hours straight? yes, when traveling
10. What’s your favorite commercial? hmmm, probably The Sausage Kitchen (with it's catchy jingle)
11. What are you allergic to? sulfa drugs
12. If you’re driving in the middle of the night, and no one is around do you run red lights? probably not
13. Do you have a secret that no one knows but you? yes
14. Boston Red Sox or New York Yankees? Sox
15. Have you ever been ice skating? when I was in college
16. How often do you remember your dreams? not very often
17. When was the last time you laughed so hard you cried? oh, I think it was last week
18. Can you name 5 songs by The Beatles? of course! I can sing them, too!
19. What’s the one thing on your mind now? a scheduling frustration
20. Do you know who Ghetto-ass barbie is? uh, no
21. Do you always wear your seat belt? yes, always
22. What cell service do you use? whatever TracFone is
23. Do you like sushi? some of it
24. Have you ever narrowly avoided a fatal accident? probably not fatal, but definitely major
25. What do you wear to bed? jammies
26. Been caught stealing? yes
27. What shoe size do you have? 10
28. Do you truly hate anyone? no
29. Classic Rock or Rap? classic rock
30. If you could sleep with one famous person, who would it be? George
31. Favorite Song? One by U2
32. Have you ever sang in front of the mirror? of course!
33. What food do you find disgusting? liver *shudder*
34. Do you sing in the shower? no
35. Did you ever play, “I’ll show you mine, if you show me yours”? not that I can remember
36. Have you ever made fun of your friends behind their back? of course!
37. Have you ever stood up for someone you hardly knew? yes
38. Have you ever been punched in the face? no
nothing better to do...
Swiped a long time ago from Mrs. Chili because she shares the love:
Time: 7:07 pm
In my mug: Polar brand diet orange dry soda
Outside my window: the rooftop
In my belly: mini peanut butter cups
Beside me: the remote control
In the fridge: three unopened bottles of wine, a half a jar of spaghetti sauce, my Brita pitcher and some condiments in the door... yes, I am in desperate need of groceries
In my ears: the news
On me: blue tunic and gray judo pants and under garments
Looking forward to: payday
Grateful for: my health
Time: 7:07 pm
In my mug: Polar brand diet orange dry soda
Outside my window: the rooftop
In my belly: mini peanut butter cups
Beside me: the remote control
In the fridge: three unopened bottles of wine, a half a jar of spaghetti sauce, my Brita pitcher and some condiments in the door... yes, I am in desperate need of groceries
In my ears: the news
On me: blue tunic and gray judo pants and under garments
Looking forward to: payday
Grateful for: my health
3.29.2011
ten things tuesday...
Ten things I do when I can't sleep:
1) Toss and turn. Really. I enjoy rolling around from side to side.
2) Read.
3) Sigh.
4) Get a drink of water.
5) Watch tv. Especially infomercials. Or QVC.
6) Play a mindless game, like Bejeweled or computer solitaire.
7) Play a concentration game, like Scrabble.
8) Count. Forward or backward.
9) Practice deep breathing.
10) Take a Tylenol PM.
1) Toss and turn. Really. I enjoy rolling around from side to side.
2) Read.
3) Sigh.
4) Get a drink of water.
5) Watch tv. Especially infomercials. Or QVC.
6) Play a mindless game, like Bejeweled or computer solitaire.
7) Play a concentration game, like Scrabble.
8) Count. Forward or backward.
9) Practice deep breathing.
10) Take a Tylenol PM.
3.28.2011
monday movie meme
Play along with the Bumbles.
This week's movie topic is movies that feature maniacs, lunatics, psychos, crazed behavior or mentally tortured souls.
The first movie that came to mind is The Fisher King.
Then I thought of One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest
And Misery. Kathy Bates is creepily good.
3.27.2011
sunday stealing
(click the icon to play along)Sunday Stealing: The 5000 Question Meme, part two
26. Who has done something today to show they care about you? the Dunkin' Donuts drive-thru cashier
27. Do you have a lot to learn? oh, yes
28. If you could learn how to do three things just by wishing and not by working what would they be? knit, dance and play an instrument
29. Which do you remember the longest: what other people say, what other people do or how other people make you feel? what other people say
30. What are the key ingredients to having a good relationship? listening and laughing
31. What 3 things do you want to do before you die? go to the Macy's Day Parade in a perfect viewing spot, visit Ireland again, and conquer the clutter
32. What three things would you want to die to avoid doing? having to wear a burka, live in any kind of oppressed society, abuse another living creature
33. Is there a cause you believe in more than any other cause? equal education opportunity for everybody
34. What does each decade make you think of: 1960s: music; 1970s: bell bottom pants; 1980s: college; 1990s: politics; 2000s: 9/11 and its aftermath
35. Which decade do you feel the most special connection to and why? 1980s
36. What is your favorite oldie/classic rock song? The Beatles Red, White & Blue albums
37. What country do you live in and who is the leader of that country? Obama is the leader of the Free World
If you could say any sentence to the current leader of your country what would it be? Don't lose touch with the common people.
38. What's your favorite TV channel to watch in the middle of the night? QVC or Bravo
39. What Disney villain are you the most like and why? Ursula
40. Have you ever been a girl scout/boy scout? nope
41. If you were traveling to another continent would you rather fly or take a boat? fly
42. Why is the sky blue during the day and black at night? because the sun needs to sleep and the moon needs to shine
43. What does your name mean? "truth" or "noble"
44. Would you rather explore the deeps of the ocean or outer space? space
45. Word association
What is the first word that comes to mind when you see the word:
Air: sky
Meat: potatoes
Different: uncomplicated
Pink: the singer
Deserve: earn
White: paper
Elvis: the King
Magic: wonder
Heart: love
Clash: punk
Pulp: juice
46. If you could meet any person in the world who is dead who would you want it to be? my mum
47. What if you could meet anyone who is alive? Suze Orman
48. Is there a movie that you love so much you could watch it everyday? something with a kickass soundtrack
49. You are going to be stuck alone in an elevator for a week. What do you bring to do? my nook or my iPad
50. Have you ever saved someone's life or had your life saved? no
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.
3.26.2011
right now!
borrowed from Janet
Outside my window... it's dark
I am thinking... about going to bed to read
I am thankful for... my health
From the kitchen... I can smell Chinese food
I am wearing... leggings and a long-sleeve tshirt
I am creating... lesson plans for the upcoming weeks
I am going... to make plans for vacation
I am reading... Freedom
I am hoping... I finish the book before book group meets again
I am hearing... an Olay advertisement
Around the house... there are some areas to work on
One of my favorite things... is playing around on the internet
I don't understand... what's going on in the middle East
I wish... every day was a good day
A few plans for the rest of the week... I have a doctor appointment this week sometime, I need to get an afternoon substitute
A picture to share my game
Outside my window... it's dark
I am thinking... about going to bed to read
I am thankful for... my health
From the kitchen... I can smell Chinese food
I am wearing... leggings and a long-sleeve tshirt
I am creating... lesson plans for the upcoming weeks
I am going... to make plans for vacation
I am reading... Freedom
I am hoping... I finish the book before book group meets again
I am hearing... an Olay advertisement
Around the house... there are some areas to work on
One of my favorite things... is playing around on the internet
I don't understand... what's going on in the middle East
I wish... every day was a good day
A few plans for the rest of the week... I have a doctor appointment this week sometime, I need to get an afternoon substitute
A picture to share my game
saturday 9
A Long December
1. Looking back at it now, how were your holidays and your time on New Year's Eve? they were all great--New Year's Eve was quite but nice
2. Do you have any unusual collections? nope
3. If you could train a machine to do one thing for you whenever you wanted, what would you have it do? put stuff away
4. What is one thing that makes you cry? getting angry
5. What do you love to do on the weekend? this
6. Do you and your family get along? very well
7. Have you ever gotten kicked out somewhere? If yes, do tell. nowhere comes to mind
8. Who do you normally turn to when you need to complain about something? my mentor at school
9. What is the last thing you ordered on-line? a dvd for school
3.25.2011
not quite what they seem to be...
I've seen these posters all over the internet so I decided to look into them. According to the creator's website, they are not affiliated with the Smithsonian. It's an interesting story that you can read about here. I'd like to make this one into a poster for my classroom. Not so sure about the other two, though.
idol chatter...
I almost blew off Idol last night. It had been a pissy day and I was tired. I'm so glad I stayed up! What an exciting results show! I was shocked that Casey was in the bottom and even more stunned when they said he was the lowest vote getter. And then he started singing and the judges stopped him. Oy! But it was good news because the judges used their only save on him. He was shocked, I was shocked, the audience was shocked. It was great fun. And I'm so glad my favorite was saved. I guess I better start voting.
friday fill-ins
2011-12
1. Why does it take so long to decide.
2. Sunshine is equal to therapy.
3. My favorite breakfast includes going to the Coffee Shop.
4. The Girl Who Kicked The Hornet's Nest was the last book I read for pleasure.
5. I am SO glad this week is done.
6. A massage would make me feel better right now.
7. And as for the weekend, tonight I'm looking forward to vegging out, tomorrow my plans include laundry and Sunday, I want to enjoy the day!
1. Why does it take so long to decide.
2. Sunshine is equal to therapy.
3. My favorite breakfast includes going to the Coffee Shop.
4. The Girl Who Kicked The Hornet's Nest was the last book I read for pleasure.
5. I am SO glad this week is done.
6. A massage would make me feel better right now.
7. And as for the weekend, tonight I'm looking forward to vegging out, tomorrow my plans include laundry and Sunday, I want to enjoy the day!
3.24.2011
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:
Not sleeping well for several days in a row and having it catch up with you.
3.23.2011
idol chatter...
Motown week. It's been interesting. Casey was a great way to start the show. Pia, Haley and Jacob were also great tonight. Scotty sang his countrified version of "For Once In My Life" and it made me cringe. A lot. I am not sure why this kid appeals to so many people. He's got some weird mannerisms with the microphone and he looks like he's sniffing dog farts when he sings. I didn't care for Lauren. And Stefano's song choice was... well, it was Lionel Richie, the only person who makes Lionel Richie sound good is Lionel Richie. Paul needs a comb, or is the bedhead thing really a go? Naima, Naima, Naima...must you wear costumes???? They distract from the performance. And then there's James. Really?
I hope the results show is interesting. Ryan had a lot of filler bits, it seems. Hope he didn't use up all his fun bits.
are you a book, magazine or newspaper?
You Are a Newspaper |
 You enjoy order and structure. You don't like it when things change much from day to day. You are primarily concerned with the present. You don't like to speculate about the future. You are straightforward and honest. You pride yourself on being easy to read. You are a people person. You wish you could connect with every single person in the world. |
3.22.2011
60 Things You Can't Possibly Know About Me
1. What is in the back seat of your car right now? many, many cds
2. When was the last time you threw up? oh, wow... I have no idea, years ago
3. What's your favorite word or phrase? uhmmm...
4. Name 3 people who made you smile today? Phil, Mary Jo and Kyle
5. What were you doing at 8 am this morning? chit chatting with my homeroom
6. What were you doing 30 minutes ago? thinking
8. Have you ever been to a strip club? no
9. What is the last thing you said aloud? "See you soon"
10. What is the best ice cream flavor? Wavy Gravy by Ben & Jerry's
11. What was the last thing you had to drink? diet Polar orange dry
12. What are you wearing right now? judo pants and a t-shirt and underthings
13. What was the last thing you ate? Reese's eggs
14. Have you bought any new clothing items this week? no
15. When was the last time you ran? uh... years ago
16. What's the last sporting event you watched? the Super Bowl
17. If you could go anywhere in the world, where would you go? Ireland
19. Ever go camping? yes, and I don't ever need to go again
20. Have you ever lost anything down a toilet? ewww, no
22. What is your guilty pleasure? most shows on Bravo
23. Do you use smiley faces on the computer a lot? yes
24. Do you drink your soda from a straw? occasionally
25. What did your last text message say? I don't text
26. Are you someone's best friend? yes
27. What are you doing tomorrow? basically the same thing I did today
28. Where is your mom right now? aww, she is dead
29. Look to your left, what do you see? the book case
30. What color is your watch? I don't wear a watch
31. What do you think of when you think of Australia? Foster's Lager
32. Ever ridden on a roller coaster? yes
33. Birthstone? opal
34. Do you go in at a fast food place or just hit the drive through? drive thru
35. Do you have any friends on facebook that you actually hate? now, why would I have friends I hate?
36. Do you have a dog? of my heart
37. Last person you talked to on the phone? John
38. Have you met anyone famous? yes
39. Any plans today? well, as it is 8:30... going to bed
40. From whom did you get this? Cat
41. Are you happy? yes
42. Where are you right now? in the comfy chair
43. Biggest annoyance in your life right now? hahaha
44. Last song listened to? Lovesong by Adele
45. Last movie you saw? I have no idea
46. Are you allergic to anything? sulfa
47. Favorite pair of shoes you wear all the time? Land's End
48. Are you jealous of anyone? nope
49. Are you married? nope
50. Is anyone jealous of you? unfortunately
51. What time is it? 8:39
52. Do any of your friends have children? almost all of them do
53. Do you eat healthy? not regularly
54. What do you usually do during the day? count down
55. Do you hate anyone right now? no, I don't hate anyone
56. Do you use the word 'hello' daily? many times
57. How many kids do you want when you're older? none of my own, I get plenty at school
58. How old will you be turning on your next birthday? 46
59. Have you ever been to Six Flags? nope
60. How did you get one of your scars? I fell on my face on a gravel driveway and skidded to a stop, skinning half my face... it took several stitches
2. When was the last time you threw up? oh, wow... I have no idea, years ago
3. What's your favorite word or phrase? uhmmm...
4. Name 3 people who made you smile today? Phil, Mary Jo and Kyle
5. What were you doing at 8 am this morning? chit chatting with my homeroom
6. What were you doing 30 minutes ago? thinking
8. Have you ever been to a strip club? no
9. What is the last thing you said aloud? "See you soon"
10. What is the best ice cream flavor? Wavy Gravy by Ben & Jerry's
11. What was the last thing you had to drink? diet Polar orange dry
12. What are you wearing right now? judo pants and a t-shirt and underthings
13. What was the last thing you ate? Reese's eggs
14. Have you bought any new clothing items this week? no
15. When was the last time you ran? uh... years ago
16. What's the last sporting event you watched? the Super Bowl
17. If you could go anywhere in the world, where would you go? Ireland
19. Ever go camping? yes, and I don't ever need to go again
20. Have you ever lost anything down a toilet? ewww, no
22. What is your guilty pleasure? most shows on Bravo
23. Do you use smiley faces on the computer a lot? yes
24. Do you drink your soda from a straw? occasionally
25. What did your last text message say? I don't text
26. Are you someone's best friend? yes
27. What are you doing tomorrow? basically the same thing I did today
28. Where is your mom right now? aww, she is dead
29. Look to your left, what do you see? the book case
30. What color is your watch? I don't wear a watch
31. What do you think of when you think of Australia? Foster's Lager
32. Ever ridden on a roller coaster? yes
33. Birthstone? opal
34. Do you go in at a fast food place or just hit the drive through? drive thru
35. Do you have any friends on facebook that you actually hate? now, why would I have friends I hate?
36. Do you have a dog? of my heart
37. Last person you talked to on the phone? John
38. Have you met anyone famous? yes
39. Any plans today? well, as it is 8:30... going to bed
40. From whom did you get this? Cat
41. Are you happy? yes
42. Where are you right now? in the comfy chair
43. Biggest annoyance in your life right now? hahaha
44. Last song listened to? Lovesong by Adele
45. Last movie you saw? I have no idea
46. Are you allergic to anything? sulfa
47. Favorite pair of shoes you wear all the time? Land's End
48. Are you jealous of anyone? nope
49. Are you married? nope
50. Is anyone jealous of you? unfortunately
51. What time is it? 8:39
52. Do any of your friends have children? almost all of them do
53. Do you eat healthy? not regularly
54. What do you usually do during the day? count down
55. Do you hate anyone right now? no, I don't hate anyone
56. Do you use the word 'hello' daily? many times
57. How many kids do you want when you're older? none of my own, I get plenty at school
58. How old will you be turning on your next birthday? 46
59. Have you ever been to Six Flags? nope
60. How did you get one of your scars? I fell on my face on a gravel driveway and skidded to a stop, skinning half my face... it took several stitches
ten things tuesday...
Ten things I need to do:
1) I am getting a keyboard for my iPad. I downloaded a journal app and it's tough to type on the iPad.
2) I need to take a box of "stuff" to the Salvation Army store.
3) It's time to clean out the pantry and restock those shelves. It's got far too much expired stuff.
4) Should organize the dvds in the living room, too--some are mine, some need to be returned.
5) I need to get myself to the laundromat.
6) Now I need a new dentist.
7) I've gotta get reading the book group book. Oy, I'm behind.
8) I need to get into Farmville to tend my animals and trees but it's not loading.
9) I need to go to bed early tonight and catch up on some sleep. I haven't slept well the past couple of nights.
10) I need to spend some extra time at school to get caught up on some grading. blah.
1) I am getting a keyboard for my iPad. I downloaded a journal app and it's tough to type on the iPad.
2) I need to take a box of "stuff" to the Salvation Army store.
3) It's time to clean out the pantry and restock those shelves. It's got far too much expired stuff.
4) Should organize the dvds in the living room, too--some are mine, some need to be returned.
5) I need to get myself to the laundromat.
6) Now I need a new dentist.
7) I've gotta get reading the book group book. Oy, I'm behind.
8) I need to get into Farmville to tend my animals and trees but it's not loading.
9) I need to go to bed early tonight and catch up on some sleep. I haven't slept well the past couple of nights.
10) I need to spend some extra time at school to get caught up on some grading. blah.
3.21.2011
monday movie meme
Play along with the Bumbles.
This week's movie topic is all about growing, cooking, serving, eating or any other function of food.
Chocolat is a romance that centers around a chocolatier moving into a repressed village.Another film is a recent answer: Michael! John Travolta's character smells like cookies and there is a fun scene about pie.
And of course, there is Julie & Julia! Great fun.
3.20.2011
a beautiful day...
Today is the first day of Spring. I think, at least I want to believe, that Spring has arrived in Northern Maine. I'm tired of my winter sweaters and my cords. I want my cropped pants, skorts and flip-flops. So here's to Spring. Come on!
sunday stealing
(click the icon to play along)Sunday Stealing: The 5000 Question Meme, part one
1. Who are you? a daughter, a sister, an aunt, a friend and a teacher
2. What are the 3 most important things everyone should know about you? I spend my time reading, thinking and watching tv
3. When you aren't memes like this one what are you doing? reading
4. List your classes in school from the ones you like the most to the ones you like the least (or if you are out of school, think of the classes you did like and didn't like at the time). English, Social Studies, Science, French, Math and Phys Ed
5. What is your biggest goal for this year? I'd like to read thirty books
6. Where do you want to be in 5 years? here
7. What stage of life are you in right now? accepting the fact that I am middle age... it comes as quite a shock
8. Are you more child-like or childish? child-like
9. What is the last thing you said out loud? thank you
10. What song comes closest to how you feel about your life right now? Heal the World
11. Have you ever taken martial arts classes? no and I have no desire to
12. Does your life tend to get better or worse or does it just stay the same? every day gets better
13. Does time really heal all wounds? well... yes
14. How do you handle a rainy day? with abandon
15. Which is worse...losing your luggage or having to sort out tangled holiday lights? losing luggage
16. How is (or was) your relationship with your parents? excellent
17. Do you tend to be aware of what is going on around you? globally more so than locally
18. What is the truest thing that you know? this too shall pass
19. What did you want to be when you grew up? happy
20. Have you ever been given a second chance? yes
21. Are you more of a giver or a taker? giver
22. Do you make your decisions with an open heart/mind? usually
23. What is the most physically painful thing that has ever happened to you? most recently it was when I fell on my face
24. What is the most emotionally painful thing that has ever happened to you? losing loved ones
25. Who have you hugged today? nobody
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.
3.19.2011
just finished reading...
The final installment of the Millennium Trilogy was not disappointing. The action was different in this book--more investigative than kick-butt. There were a couple of sub plots that didn't really add to the overall story, other than they fleshed out the characters.
As the series finale, it is satisfying. But the characters do not ride off into the sunset.
saturday 9
You Were Meant For Me
1. Have you ever felt that you were “made” for someone or some purpose? I have felt like I was in the right place at the right time for a reason
2. What do you do when you have a problem that you can't do anything about it? fret
3. If marijuana were to be legalized, do you think it should be taxed? heavily
4. What is one thing you should never do on a first date? talk or text on a cell phone
5. If someone (at gunpoint) forced you to receive a portrait tattoo of someone, who would it be? uhmmmmm... I donno, Elvis?
6. Is tomorrow going to be a good day? of course
7. Anything fabulous happen to you last night? not last night but yesterday afternoon, I got to spend time with some great friends that I don't see often enough
8. For a few years in a row, you receive a nice tax refund: do you make an adjustment with your payroll deduction so they’ll take less, or do you leave it that way so that you can continue to receive the big check every spring? leave it that way
9. When was the last time you had butterflies in your stomach? Thursday evening
3.18.2011
celebration day...
Today I took my very first personal day. I spent the day as a bit of a celebration of myself. I slept in, lounged around in my pajamas and took my time getting going. I read, I watched tv, I listened to some music. I had planned to Skype in to my book group to make our monthly meeting but just as I was getting ready to log on, my friend John called and I ended up going out to lunch! It was such a delightful lunch--the food was tasty and the conversation flowed--laughter and laughter and laughter. So today has been a celebration of me. The only flaw in the day is that my cable is out, and I'm almost out of dvr'd shows.
friday fill-ins
2011-11
1. I love to go to the theater because a good audience influences the performances.
2. AI is good this year, it’s the quality!
3. The last thing I had to eat was a whoopie pie.
4. Candy is no longer essential.
5. Please take a moment to go to the Network for Good to see how you can donate for the tragedy in Japan.
6. Love of family and friends have brought you this far.
7. And as for the weekend, tonight I'm looking forward to doing nothing, tomorrow my plans include the Breakfast Club and Sunday, I want to enjoy the day!
1. I love to go to the theater because a good audience influences the performances.
2. AI is good this year, it’s the quality!
3. The last thing I had to eat was a whoopie pie.
4. Candy is no longer essential.
5. Please take a moment to go to the Network for Good to see how you can donate for the tragedy in Japan.
6. Love of family and friends have brought you this far.
7. And as for the weekend, tonight I'm looking forward to doing nothing, tomorrow my plans include the Breakfast Club and Sunday, I want to enjoy the day!
3.17.2011
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:
Not being acknowledged by someone who used to be very important in my life.
the play's the thing...
It was a great night for theater. Opening nights sometimes have glitches but tonight was smooth. It was a hoity-toity event, too, with a cocktail hour at the University President's house before the show and a meet-n-greet after the show. Growing up in a theater family I still have no trouble getting lost in the acting. Most of the time I can suspend my relationship and enjoy the performance. My dad is incredibly gifted, as are my sisters. And they love being on stage. I love being in the audience. Or in the technical booth. Tonight's production was very good. I actually want to see it again.
Here's a great article about John, the playwright.
Here's a great article about John, the playwright.
3.16.2011
the tv dinner test
You Are Open |
 You have great people skills and tend to be extremely popular with everyone you know. You are modest and humble. You like to be the center of attention, but you don't show off. You live in the present moment. You try to enjoy whatever is going on and refrain from complaining. You rely on your friends and family for support. You can be lonely when there's no one else around. |
3.15.2011
ten things tuesday...
Ten random things:
1) Annual observation day was yesterday. I had no warning and it is the class that is packed with the most difficult kids.
2) Tomorrow we have a Holocaust survivor speaking. The students are excited to hear him. So am I. I've explained to them that they are the last generation to be able to experience their stories first hand. It makes me sad. It makes me feel old.
3) I have a new neighbor (again). She is very nice and quiet, so far.
4) I have been unusually hungry all day today. What's up with that? I'm too old for a growth spurt.
5) Any iPad app suggestions? I have Scrabble and Angry Birds and I don't need anymore games.
6) I actually have a couple of things on my social agenda this week. An after-school gathering on Thursday and a play Thursday night. And I've taken Friday off as a personal day so I can lounge around and have a nice day.
7) My sister (the recent birthday girl) asked me to tend her Farmville Farm during lent. I didn't realize how pressured I'd feel.
8) Speaking of Lent, I'm doing quite well with the "no shopping" pledge. But it is a challenge.
9) I really don't like it when students friend request me on Facebook.
10) I woke up with a headache. It's still sort of there.
1) Annual observation day was yesterday. I had no warning and it is the class that is packed with the most difficult kids.
2) Tomorrow we have a Holocaust survivor speaking. The students are excited to hear him. So am I. I've explained to them that they are the last generation to be able to experience their stories first hand. It makes me sad. It makes me feel old.
3) I have a new neighbor (again). She is very nice and quiet, so far.
4) I have been unusually hungry all day today. What's up with that? I'm too old for a growth spurt.
5) Any iPad app suggestions? I have Scrabble and Angry Birds and I don't need anymore games.
6) I actually have a couple of things on my social agenda this week. An after-school gathering on Thursday and a play Thursday night. And I've taken Friday off as a personal day so I can lounge around and have a nice day.
7) My sister (the recent birthday girl) asked me to tend her Farmville Farm during lent. I didn't realize how pressured I'd feel.
8) Speaking of Lent, I'm doing quite well with the "no shopping" pledge. But it is a challenge.
9) I really don't like it when students friend request me on Facebook.
10) I woke up with a headache. It's still sort of there.
3.14.2011
monday movie meme
Play along with the Bumbles.
This week's movie topic is all about Books in the movies.
City of Angels has a couple of scenes at the public library.
3.13.2011
goo you!
Found at TYWKIWDBI
Just in time for Easter, a clever advertising promotion for Cadbury allows you to type in someone's address; a movie is then generated showing a creme egg being catapulted to that location. You can then copy the url of the event and email it to them. Try it here.
Just in time for Easter, a clever advertising promotion for Cadbury allows you to type in someone's address; a movie is then generated showing a creme egg being catapulted to that location. You can then copy the url of the event and email it to them. Try it here.
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.
sunday stealing
(click the icon to play along)Sunday Stealing: The Burnt Toast Meme, part two
17. Who would you like to show up at your door to say they love you? someone I know
18. Last furry thing you touched? my blankets
19. How many drugs have you done in the last three days? nothing other than the prescribed ones
20. Do you miss film or does digital work for you? digital suits my needs
21. Favorite age you have been so far? this one
22. Your worst enemy? myself
23. What is your current desktop picture? something default
24. What was the last thing you said that was funny? shitshitshit when I spilled something
25. If you had to choose between a million bucks or to be able to fly what would it be? $$$
26. Who can't you say “no” to? my nieces and nephews
27. The last song you bought or downloaded? I bought Adele 21
28. What time of day were you born? morning
29. What’s your favorite number? Why? 3 and I don't know why
30. Where did you live in 1987? Ireland
31. Are you jealous of anyone? no
32. Is anyone jealous of you? possibly
33. It's been almost a decade. Where were you when 9/11 happened? I was teaching my second period class and I didn't believe the kid who told me about it
3.12.2011
i am a shopaholic...
So, I'm not known for being a terribly religious person. But I can't resist a challenge. Usually I "give up" sex for Lent. But this year I thought I would make a sacrifice, for real. I am giving up shopping. Oh, I'll still get groceries and household necessities, but I won't buy anything else. And I've already tried to figure out how a Nook book would fit in to the necessity category but I didn't buy it. I even got a phone call telling me about a Friends & Family sale at my favorite clothing store happening next weekend. I got a bit shivery but... I will resist. I'm hoping to break my shopping habit. Because I think it is a habit. One I can stand to break.
are you a mirror or a window?
You Are a Window |
 You are a truly extroverted person. Your life feels empty without lots of people in it. Being around others makes you feel joyful. Friends and family bring meaning to your life. And even if you're all alone, you prefer to be people watching out in public. You are a cheerful and eager participant in the world. You are full of delight and wonder. |
saturday 9
St. Patrick's Day
1. St. Patrick's Day is March 17th (Thursday). Do you celebrate and wear green? Drink Green Beer? Ignore it? I wear green but I don't drink green beer. I also tell a lot of corny jokes to my students.
2. If a leprechaun told you that you could have any amount of money from his pot of gold but it had to be a specified amount for a specified item, how much would you ask for and what would it be for? I would ask for enough that an interior designer could come in and make my place razzle dazzle
3. One of the symbols of St. Patrick's Day is the leprechaun. Name a celebrity that you think would look good as a leprechaun. Name a celebrity that would look ridiculous as a leprechaun. Is there any one celebrity that would make a really scary leprechaun? Jeremy Piven would be a cute leprechaun and John Goodman would be ridiculous. Chuck Norris would be a scary leprechaun. (I couldn't resist)
4. For a prize of $1,000,000,000 you are challenged to make yourself a costume for a St. Patricks Day party. The ONLY rules are that you aren't allow to use clothing and it has to be green. Using anything other than clothing, describe your costume to us using ANYTHING else in the house. I have some kelly green sheets that would make a fetching ensemble in a sarong/toga draped fashion
5. What day of the week is your busiest? Tell us about your schedule. Mondays are pretty busy because I try to get the whole week organized and catch up on any loose ends from Friday. Some Mondays I do all my photocopying for the week and that takes some time. Plus we have faculty meetings on Mondays, so there would be an added meeting in the day.
6. No matter what's going on in your life, what always makes you smile? a hug
7. Of all the clothes you own, what do you feel most comfortable wearing, and why? oh, anything I own is comfy
8. On what television show—either past or present—would you like to make to make a guest appearance, and what role would you play? I would have loved being on Seinfeld. Or Friends.
9. What else is on your mind? Go ahead and rant. I don't really have anything on my mind. For once.
3.11.2011
finished reading...
I read this as a college freshman more than twenty years ago. I was anxious to see how I responded to the novel after all this time. The story is of salvation and redemption in the two main characters, medieval men: one quietly content with his religion and monastic life, the other in fervent search of more worldly salvation. It is the ultimate story of head versus heart. I think I felt more sympathy for the characters in this go around.
It was a great choice for my book group. We'll have a lot to talk about.
whistle a happy tune...
Swiped from Cat...
So, what did you do today? it was a typical Friday at school, although we had an assembly of Indian-jazz music and the kids talked through the whole performance
What was the last movie you watched? Family Man with Nicholas Cage
What's your favorite type of donut? I like the plain chocolate glazed, although a Boston Creme is yummy
What was the last non-alcoholic beverage you consumed? I am drinking a glass of Polar diet orange dry
What color are your headphones? yanno, I don't have headphones
Who is your last text from? I don't know
How do you make money? I teach high school social studies
What color did you last paint your nails? OPI Valentine
What color is your wallet? green leather
Do you currently have feelings for anybody? yes, I have a lot of feelings for many people
Do you know any "cougars"? not personally
What's your favorite t.v show? right now it's Harry's Law, because I'm watching it from my dvr'd stuff
Have you ever been to a concert? yup
Who was the last person you were in a car with? my bestie
Are you in love? With who? I'm in love with life
What's your job title? social studies teacher
Do you shave your armpits? not as often as I should, but it's winter...
Do you think that piercings are trashy? not usually
Is the light on in the room you're in? yes
Favorite fruit: pomegranate
Where is the person you dislike the most? in a hell of his own creation
How about the person you have feelings for? they are all over the place
Do you prefer glass or plastic cups? it's not important
Is your house big or small? my apartment is cozy
Can you whistle? very well
Do you wear bows in your hair? no
Has anybody ever been obsessed with you? unfortunately, yes
So, what did you do today? it was a typical Friday at school, although we had an assembly of Indian-jazz music and the kids talked through the whole performance
What was the last movie you watched? Family Man with Nicholas Cage
What's your favorite type of donut? I like the plain chocolate glazed, although a Boston Creme is yummy
What was the last non-alcoholic beverage you consumed? I am drinking a glass of Polar diet orange dry
What color are your headphones? yanno, I don't have headphones
Who is your last text from? I don't know
How do you make money? I teach high school social studies
What color did you last paint your nails? OPI Valentine
What color is your wallet? green leather
Do you currently have feelings for anybody? yes, I have a lot of feelings for many people
Do you know any "cougars"? not personally
What's your favorite t.v show? right now it's Harry's Law, because I'm watching it from my dvr'd stuff
Have you ever been to a concert? yup
Who was the last person you were in a car with? my bestie
Are you in love? With who? I'm in love with life
What's your job title? social studies teacher
Do you shave your armpits? not as often as I should, but it's winter...
Do you think that piercings are trashy? not usually
Is the light on in the room you're in? yes
Favorite fruit: pomegranate
Where is the person you dislike the most? in a hell of his own creation
How about the person you have feelings for? they are all over the place
Do you prefer glass or plastic cups? it's not important
Is your house big or small? my apartment is cozy
Can you whistle? very well
Do you wear bows in your hair? no
Has anybody ever been obsessed with you? unfortunately, yes
friday fill-ins
2011-10
1. Oh gross! I thought it was still within the expiration date.
2. Flying solo well THAT's off my bucket list!
3. No, and no.
4. Sending love to Japan with my heart and soul.
5. And then I changed a light bulb today.
6. I can't forget how it made me feel.
7. And as for the weekend, tonight I'm looking forward to kicking back, tomorrow my plans include getting all my errands done and Sunday, I want to think of something to do!
1. Oh gross! I thought it was still within the expiration date.
2. Flying solo well THAT's off my bucket list!
3. No, and no.
4. Sending love to Japan with my heart and soul.
5. And then I changed a light bulb today.
6. I can't forget how it made me feel.
7. And as for the weekend, tonight I'm looking forward to kicking back, tomorrow my plans include getting all my errands done and Sunday, I want to think of something to do!
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3.10.2011
idol chatter...
I was more impressed with the boys than the girls last night. I especially liked Casey and James, even though James annoys me. I suspect a girl goes home. I still don't know all their names. Hopefully the results show won't be too melodramatic tonight.
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:
Broken cookies in a new package.
3.09.2011
celebrate from afar
See that smiling face? It's my sister! Today is her 49th birthday. I wish we were together to celebrate. But without being together, I know I can celebrate her wisdom, patience, kindness, nurturing nature and true beauty. Over the years (especially when we were kids) we would bicker and fight and play and laugh together. And then we turned into friends. I would do anything for her and I know the feeling is mutual. I must make a plan to visit her again this year. Happy birthday, dear sister!
3.08.2011
girl scout cookie time!
So excited about the new variety of Girl Scout cookies--the Thanks A Lot: a shortbread with chocolate base. Yum!
fourteen inches...
So, we did get at least fourteen inches of snow. And, amazingly enough, the crews worked overnight to clear the streets and the major highway. I don't remember a storm like this--rain to snow to rain to snow. My car was iced over and the door didn't want to open. To say nothing of the window. I actually had to get out of the car to get my coffee this morning. Some of my colleagues live a bit farther north and they got two feet of snow, so I'm not complaining. In fact, I'm not complaining at all, I'm amazed at how well the snow was handled.
I will be glad when spring comes.
ten things tuesday...
In honor of International Women's Day, here are ten facts about women:
1) More American women work in the education, health services, and social assistance industries than in any other industry. These three industries employ nearly one-third of all female workers.
2) Women in the U.S. labor force currently earn just over 77 cents for every one dollar men earn.
3) Approximately 14% of active members in the U.S. armed forces today are women. In 1950, women comprised less than 2% of the U.S. military.
4) The first woman to run for U.S. president was Victoria Woodhull, who campaigned for the office in 1872 under the National Woman’s Suffrage Association. While women would not be granted the right to vote by a constitutional amendment for nearly 50 years, there were no laws prohibiting a woman from running for the chief executive position.
5) The first female governor of a U.S. state was Wyoming governor Nellie Tayloe Ross, elected in 1924. Wyoming was also the first state to give women the right to vote, enacting women’s suffrage in 1869.
6) The first country to grant women the right to vote in the modern era was New Zealand in 1893.
7) According to a 2007 Census Bureau report, one-third of American women aged 25 to 29 have earned a bachelor’s or advanced college degree.
8) In the U.S., Congress established a national week of recognition for women’s history in 1981. This recognition, held during the second week of March, was later expanded into a full month by a congressional resolution in 1987. The month of March is now designated as National Women’s History Month.
9) The first Mother’s Day was held on May 10, 1908, and was organized by Anna Jarvis in West Virginia and Philadelphia. As the event gained popularity throughout the country, Congress designated the second Sunday in May as a national day of recognition for mothers in 1914.
10) In almost every country worldwide, the life expectancy for women is higher than for men.
Statistics culled from a variety of sources.
1) More American women work in the education, health services, and social assistance industries than in any other industry. These three industries employ nearly one-third of all female workers.
2) Women in the U.S. labor force currently earn just over 77 cents for every one dollar men earn.
3) Approximately 14% of active members in the U.S. armed forces today are women. In 1950, women comprised less than 2% of the U.S. military.
4) The first woman to run for U.S. president was Victoria Woodhull, who campaigned for the office in 1872 under the National Woman’s Suffrage Association. While women would not be granted the right to vote by a constitutional amendment for nearly 50 years, there were no laws prohibiting a woman from running for the chief executive position.
5) The first female governor of a U.S. state was Wyoming governor Nellie Tayloe Ross, elected in 1924. Wyoming was also the first state to give women the right to vote, enacting women’s suffrage in 1869.
6) The first country to grant women the right to vote in the modern era was New Zealand in 1893.
7) According to a 2007 Census Bureau report, one-third of American women aged 25 to 29 have earned a bachelor’s or advanced college degree.
8) In the U.S., Congress established a national week of recognition for women’s history in 1981. This recognition, held during the second week of March, was later expanded into a full month by a congressional resolution in 1987. The month of March is now designated as National Women’s History Month.
9) The first Mother’s Day was held on May 10, 1908, and was organized by Anna Jarvis in West Virginia and Philadelphia. As the event gained popularity throughout the country, Congress designated the second Sunday in May as a national day of recognition for mothers in 1914.
10) In almost every country worldwide, the life expectancy for women is higher than for men.
Statistics culled from a variety of sources.
3.07.2011
monday movie meme
Play along with the Bumbles.
This week's movie topic is all about Weight.
I immediately flashed back to the 80s, I remember what a riot Bette Midler was in the movie Ruthless People, as the kidnapped wife who transforms herself.
And more recently, Bridget Jones's Diary. She kept track of her weight, her drinks, her cigarettes. And Colin Firth sweeps her off her feet. *swoon*
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