bless this year...
Saturday, December 31, 2011
saturday 9
Sam's Last Stand: 2011
1. Over all, how do you feel about what happened in your life in 2011? I am satisfied
2. Do you do New Year's resolutions? If so, what are they this year? I do make resolutions but I haven't given it much thought yet... that's today's thinking
3. In the past 24 hours, I have reconnected with 3 old friends that I've not spoken to in years. If you could reconnect with someone from your past who would it be, and why? my friend Tracy--she moved and we lost touch, same with my friend Sue, and my friend Tammy--her life circumstances changed and we just drifted
4. Do you have anything that you would have not done or done differently in 2011 as you look back? I would have stopped being silly about doing things by myself (like going to the movies)
5. Going back to my ex-friends that I reconnected with, one of them ended over a boyfriend. She called to apologize. Do you have someone that you fell out with you and wonder how they are? I haven't fallen out with anyone
6. If you had a chance to reconnect with an ex (say for coffee), who would it be, and why? I don't think I would
7. One of resolutions is about weight-loss. Have you ever struggled with your diet? I have given up the struggle: it is what it is
8. What do you think was the top news story of 2011? I think the devastating tornadoes that ripped through the country is the biggest story.
9. What are your plans for (New Year's Eve) tonight? I am going out to dinner and had planned to go to the movies but the theater is closed for the late show. So, dinner is the only thing going on.
2011 in 12 sentences...
January: Discovered Kate Atkinson, a great author with a fun series.
February: Worst driving weather, ever!
March: First personal day, spent the day celebrating me!
April: Consumed with the Royal Wedding!
May: Discovered my love for Pintrest!
June: Summer vacation began.
July: ROADTRIP!
August: Back to school--with high spirits for a good kick-off to the year; even with a Freshman homeroom.
September: My dear friend was awarded 2012 Maine Teacher Of The Year!
October: First date jitters.
November: Finished the Harry Potter series--books and movies. Wow!
December: Simply having a wonderful Christmas time!
Friday, December 30, 2011
new year's eve meme
I did this a year ago and thought I would try it again.
In 2011, I gained: professional confidence.
I lost: a friend.
I stopped: feeling guilty for not finishing books.
I started: opening myself up to someone new.
I was hugely satisfied by: by my ability to speak up during a difficult meeting.
And frustrated by: my inability to get out of my own way sometimes.
I am so embarrassed that I: didn't go to the movies by myself.
Once again, I: worked at decluttering.
Once again, I did not: finish decluttering.
The biggest physical difference between me last December and this December is: comfortable shoes.
The biggest psychological difference between me last December and this December is: connecting better with my sisters.
I loved spending time: with my family on our road trip.
Why did I spend even two minutes: being nervous.
I should have spent more time: being thankful.
I regret buying: my iPad 1st generation, I should have waited and bought the 2nd generation.
I will never regret buying morning coffee even though with that money I could have spent it on books.
I play Farmville way too much.
I didn’t exercise enough.
Anticipation drove me crazy.
The most relaxing place I went was going for leisurely drives.
Why did I go to extremes?
The best thing I did for someone else was listen. And care.
The best thing I did for myself open myself to the possibilities.
The best thing someone did for me be there when I needed it.
The one thing I’d like to do again, but do it better, join a committee with a focus.
friday fill-ins
Join the fun here!
1. Wait, wait what?
2. This New Year's Eve is a little different.
3. In addition, there are possibilities for the New Year.
4. Peacefully is the way we do it here!
5. At the end of the year, I like to watch When Harry Met Sally.
6. Feeling great is one of the things I'm looking forward to in 2012.
7. And as for the weekend, tonight I'm looking forward to going out to dinner, tomorrow my plans include celebrating New Year's Eve and Sunday, I want to recover!
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reading...
Each time we read for enjoyment, the empathy awakened within us creates entire landscapes in our mind's eye.
Thursday, December 29, 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:
The itch of a healing wound, I cut the side of my wrist and it itches like crazy.
finished re-reading...
This is one of the times I wish I had the book in book form, instead of Nook form, so I could pass it along. The Christmas Cookie Club is what friendship is all about.
Wednesday, December 28, 2011
swiped...
Swiped from Cat:
1. Did someone die in that last movie you watched? yes
2. Are the trees pretty colors outside for you now or at all? except for the evergreens, the trees are bare and are not pretty colors
3. Do your parents make/made you weed the garden? no, I used to have to clip the "candles" on the pine tree to prevent it from growing
4. When's the last time you video recorded something on TV? daily
5. How big is your memory chip? uh... huh?
6. What are your views on sunflowers? they're gorgeous
7. What is your favorite incense scent? I don't have one
8. Caramel apples or candy apples? neither... if forced to choose, caramel
9. Have you ever tried one of those blue candy apples? never heard of them
10. Would you ever or do you make your dog wear a bandanna? I would probably dress my dog if I had one
11. Do you find dandelions when they're gone all white pretty? yes
Tuesday, December 27, 2011
just saw...
A fun date night movie. Lots of interwoven story lines with a phenomenal cast. Michelle Pfiffer stole the show. And Jon Bon Jovi was not hard to look at.
ten things tuesday...
10 Gifts for a Happy New Year
1. The Gift of Listening...
Try giving this to someone in need. And you must really listen. No interrupting, no daydreaming, no planning your responses. Just listen.
2. The Gift of Signs of Affection...
Be generous with your hugs, kisses and gentle squeezes of the hand. Let these tiny actions demonstrate the love inside of you.
3. The Gift of a Note...
It can be as simple as "I Love You" or as creative as a sonnet. Put your notes where they will surprise your loved ones.
4. The Gift of Laughter...
Just cut out a cartoon, save a clever article. Your gift will say "I love to laugh with you".
5. The Gift of Compliment...
A simple "You look good in blue" or "Good supper" can be of greatest value to those who may feel they are being taken for granted.
6. The Gift of a Favor...
Help with the dishes, run an errand, etc.
7. The Gift of Leaving Alone...
There are times in our lives when we want nothing better than to be left alone. Become more sensitive to those times and give solitude.
8. The Gift of A cheerful Disposition...
Try to be cheerful around those you love.
9. The Gift of a Game...
Offer to play your love one's favorite game. Even if you lose, you'll be a winner.
10. The Gift of Prayer...
Pray for your loved ones and let them know you pray for them.
Monday, December 26, 2011
life's like this...
Swiped from Cat:
Does your best friend approve of the last person you kissed? she hasn't met him, but she's on board
Is there anything bothering you right now? nothing I can think of
What color shirt are you wearing? white
Do you care what you look like? well, yes
Have you ever skipped school just because you were tired? no
Who was the last person you spoke to on the phone for over an hour? hmmm... probably my bestie
Do you think that you will be in a relationship three months from now? I have no idea
Are you wearing jeans, shorts, sweatpants or pajama pants? I am wearing "judo" pants, which I guess are like sweatpants but they're lightweight cotton
Where is the last person you kissed at the moment? I kissed my dad goodbye last night, I think he's home
Do you think you're wasting your time on the person you have feelings for? no
Do you like flowery scents or more clean scents? a combination of clean flowery scents?
Do you own a manual or electric toothbrush? manual
Do you prefer heels or flats? is a wedge a heel or a flat? I guess a flat
Do you try to eat healthy? not so much
What food could you live off for the rest of your life? potatoes, bread, pizza
Do you leave the television on and sleep to it? I don't have a TV in the bedroom
Do you watch movies on TV? yes
What is your name supposed to mean? a name dictionary says it means "Of the Nobility" or "Honest"
How many pillows do you sleep with? two
Name two things that you have on you at all times: glasses and keys
What's the color of your bedsheets? navy blue and plaid burgundy/navy/green
How much cash do you have on you right now? nothing in my loungey pants but I have maybe $60 in my wallet
What is your favorite town/city? I loved living in Cork, Ireland
What did you have for dinner last night? I was stuffed from our late lunch so I skipped dinner
What website(s) do you visit the most during the day? PowerSchool and GMail at school... when I'm at home Blogger, FaceBook, GMail
Is anything on your body hurting right now? nope
What is your favorite Starbucks drink? a vanilla toffee almond
Recent time that you were really upset? school on Friday
What wild animals have you seen outside a zoo? Moose, deer, fox, rabbits, groundhogs, bear, assorted birds, skunks, and other typical neighborhood animals
Do you consider yourself to be an "animal person"? meh
Are you afraid of any animals? lots of them
What is your favorite animal? domesticated or wild? domesticated = dogs, wild = giraffe or hippo
Are there any animals you wish were extinct? not really
What kind of computer do you own? a Dell Vostro 1000
How old were you when you had your very first computer? uhm, hmmm... I think I was thirty
What products do you buy the most? (Clothes, food, etc.) books
What is your favorite store to shop at? just about any
When was the last time you went shopping? Christmas Eve at 7 am
Do you even like shopping? I love shopping
What was the last movie you saw in theaters? Breaking Dawn
How much is a movie ticket where you live? $5
Would you rather watch a movie alone or with someone? at home, alone; at the movies, with someone
Would you see a movie just because a favorite actor was in it? of course
What movie would you like to watch right now? oh, I donno
How often do you watch movies? about weekly
Who do you argue with more: Friends, family or significant other? significant other, I suppose
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, December 25, 2011
fun gift...
Saturday, December 24, 2011
today's wraptastic!
It is a white Christmas, we did finally get some snow. It's not overly cold out, either, which adds to my festive mood. Zero degrees isn't too bad.
Friday, December 23, 2011
friday fill-ins
Join the fun here!
1. Said the night wind to the little lamb, do you hear what I hear.
2. The first Noel, the angel did say, was to certain poor shepherds in fields where they lay.
3. Dashing through the snow, in a one horse open sleigh.
4. It came upon the midnight clear, that glorious song of old.
5. When I was small I believed in Santa Claus, though I knew it was my dad.
6. And the thing that will make them ring is the carol that you sing right within your heart.
7. And as for the weekend, tonight I'm looking forward to gathering my wits, tomorrow my plans include finishing my shopping and Sunday, I want to enjoy a beautiful Christmas!
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Thursday, December 22, 2011
christmas meme 10
1.The Christmas song I can listen to even in June is... the whole George Winston December album
2.Hot Chocolate, Egg Nog or Mulled wine? hot chocolate
3.When do you put your decorations up? Thanksgiving weekend
4 What are you having for Christmas dinner? I think we're having a roast
5.What is your favorite Christmas tradition? the family sing-a-long right before Christmas
6. Have you ever gone Carol singing? yes, years ago a whole group of my friends went... we had a blast
7. When did you learn the truth about Santa? the year Mum died, Dad sat me down and told me the story of Santa, then told me not to tell my friends
8. How do you decorate your Christmas tree? when I have my big tree, I have gold and red lights, gold beads and red bows
9. What's the best thing about Christmas? the spirit in the air
10. All I want for Christmas is... vacation!
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:
Students whining because we have a full week of school, right up until 2:45 on the 23rd.
Wednesday, December 21, 2011
solstice
If we had no winter, the spring would not be so pleasant: if we did not sometimes taste of adversity, prosperity would not be so welcome.~Anne Bradstreet
In the depth of winter, I finally learned that within me there lay an invincible summer.~Albert Camus
finished reading...
Married for twenty years to Edward Berry, Lyddie is used to the trials of being a whaler's wife in the Cape Cod village of Satucket, Massachusetts—running their house herself during her husband's long absences at sea, living with the daily uncertainty that Edward will simply not return. And when her worst fear is realized, she finds herself doubly cursed. She is overwhelmed by grief, and her property and rights are now legally in the hands of her nearest male relative: her daughter's overbearing husband, whom Lyddie cannot abide. Lyddie decides to challenge both law and custom for control of her destiny, but she soon discovers the price of her bold "war" for personal freedom to be heartbreakingly dear.
Set in my favorite historical time, I felt such a strong bond with this story. Lots of historical detail and authentic characters created a rich atmosphere. There were twists and I wanted to know what was going to happen with Lyddie.
Tuesday, December 20, 2011
christmas meme 9
True Or False
1. You prefer to stay inside where it’s warm? true2. You’ve given something (or $) to charity? true
3. You spent more than what people spent on you? probably true
4. You like to take your time opening presents? true
5. The thing you want most this year costs $100+? false
6. You expect to get more than 10 presents this year? false
7. You’re a Scrooge/Grinch? false
8. Christmas = snow? false
9. You know the lyrics to more than 25 Christmas songs? oh yeah
ten things tuesday...
Ten things:
1) I don't really know if I'm ready. I've got a couple things that are still en route. Fingers crossed that they'll be here in time.
2) I haven't watched all of Elf this year. What is wrong with me?
3) I have the Charlie Brown special from NetFlix. I'll probably watch it tonight.
4) I spent time with my 8th period AP class talking about books we've read. Then we got talking about me being a "plugged in" teacher and they were amazed that I have a blog and that I use Twitter (and Plurk). So they made me send a tweet from class. Wasted time, but it was so much fun.
5) My other classes seem to think we're just supposed to be playing reindeer games. They are not impressed that we're working on an in-class project until Friday.
6) Speaking of Friday, can you believe we have school on Friday--a regular school day?
7) I don't know what to get myself for a gift this year. I didn't get myself a birthday gift or a Thanksgiving gift, either. I could buy myself some books.
8) My right hand ring finger's top knuckle is really, really sore. For no reason. Sharp, stabbing pain in the joint. It needs to go away. Right now!
9) There's no new Glee until next year.
10) I emailed Dad today to find out if we're having our annual family sing-a-long party this year. He forgot to invite me! It's Wednesday.
Monday, December 19, 2011
christmas meme 8
How Does He Do It?
1. Get down the chimney? magic2. Deliver presents all over the world? time zones
3. Get so fat and still act so jolly? cookies!
4. Recruit reindeer for sleigh-pulling lessons? oh, they line up for the chance
5. Provide compensation for elves making toys? it's not a job for them, it's a labor of love
6. Stay unseen from the rest of the world? he's unseen?
Would It Still Be Christmas Without…
7. Candy canes? yes
8. Snow? it would be weird
9. Stores opening at 5am? yes
10. Winter vacation? NO!
11. Visiting family & friends? it wouldn't be the same
12. Fake Santas? as long as they love what they're doing, and bring some authenticity to their role they're okay
13. Christmas trees? I can go without a tree but not trees in general
14. New holiday movies? I love my old favorites
15. Getting holiday greeting cards/email? I don't get very many, so yeah, it wouldn't really matter to go without
16. Holiday tunes? oh, no, the music makes the holidays!
Sunday, December 18, 2011
sunday stealing
(click the icon to play along)Sunday Stealing: The Community Meme
1. As a blogger, what do you draw inspirations from for your posts? whatever is on my mind, and I love memes
2. If you could swap blogs with another blogger for a post, who would you switch with and why? Mrs. Chili, her ability to articulate what I wish I could say is amazing
3. If your blog had a theme song, what would it be? Why? You Can't Always Get What You Want, because it is a reality of life
4. What is your writing process for a post? I don't have one
5. Your blog requires a cute, new, mascot - what would it be? oh, a cute puppy
6. Do you feel you express your "true self" on your blog? yes
7. What is your biggest online pet-peeve? failed snarkiness
8. If you could live in a fictional universe, where would you live? Why? I'd live in the Friends universe, where fabulous apartments are rent-controlled, people never seem to have regular work hours, and money doesn't factor into much of anything
9. You're having a bad day, you're upset, you're angry, or you're sad - what is your go-to comfort? I drive
10. What is your favorite inspirational quote? You must be the change you want to see in the world. ~Mahatma Gandhi
11. If they were to make a movie based on your life, who would play you, your leading lady/man, your best friend, and your rival? Melissa McCarthy would be me with George Clooney as my leading man, my best friend would be Julia Roberts and my rival would be... hmmm... Kate Winslet
12. Do you think the world is going to end in 2012? no
13. If you could change anything about yourself, what would it be? I would not be a clutter bug
14. What is your favorite season and why? autumn, especially when it's an Indian Summer
15. You've been bitten by a vampire. Would you fight it with all your undead being or would you embrace it for all it is worth? if the vampire is Eric Northman I would not resist
16. Have you personally met any of your blogger friends? not yet
17. What does your favorite pair of underwear look like? they all look about the same
18. Have you ever drank something right from the container in the refrigerator knowing other people will have to drink out of the same container later? no, I don't drink from the container even though I live alone
19. What is your favorite word and explain why? I seem to say Shit more than anything
20. 2011 is soon coming to a close, is there anything you'd like to do different on your blog in the year 2012? not that I can think of off the top of my head
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.
Saturday, December 17, 2011
christmas meme 7
First Thought That Comes To Mind When You Hear…
1. Snowflake! That would be a good name for a reindeer.2. North Pole! Santa's workshop
3. Elves! toys
4. Sleigh! jingle bells
5. Presents! wrapping
6. Cookies! baking
7. Mistletoe! kisses
8. Rudolph! TV special
9. Blizzard! shoveling
10. School’s Canceled! yippee!
11. Ice Skating! falling on my ass
12. Santa’s Lap! whispers
13. Black Friday! kick-off to mad shopping
14. Melting Snow! springtime
15. Carols! Dad's wonderful concerts
16. Lumps of Coal! naughty list
17. Nutcracker! ballet
18. Ho Ho Ho! jolly
only Santa can...
STOCKTON, Calif. -- A California teenager has learned the hard way that he's no Santa Claus.
The Stockton Record reports 18-year-old George Herrera got stuck in a chimney while trying to sneak into his house Thursday.
Art Ray of the Stockton Fire Department says the teen was breaking curfew and trying to get inside his home.
Ray says Herrera was trapped near the chimney bottom for about 90 minutes before emergency crews were called around 10:15 a.m. When they arrived, they could see his feet sticking out of the fireplace.
Rays says rescuers secured ropes around the teenager's wrists and pulled him up about 8 feet with the help of a firetruck ladder.
Officials say Herrera wasn't hurt and was allowed to return home after the rescue, which took about 15 minutes.
Via the Huffpost
relief...
saturday 9
I Will Survive
1. What in the 2011 has proved to you that you are a survivor? I've had a challenging couple of years professionally--so it's nice to have smoothed out a lot of those issues and been proactive and involved in changing my perspective and attitude
2. Have you ever stayed online for a very long time waiting for someone? no
3. Are REALLY ready for the holidays? no, not REALLY
4. Did you have an imaginary friend as a kid? no, I had a teddy bear
5. What niche network do you watch the most? Bravo
6. Have you ever seen the ocean? I have been in the Atlantic, Pacific, Caribbean, Mediterranean and North Sea
7. Have you ever been hospitalized? yes, once, I am lucky to be alive
8. What do you think of the US Republican candidates for president? not much, actually
9. Could you imagine life without a computer? nope, and I hope I don't have to, unless it's something better!
Friday, December 16, 2011
friday fill-ins
Join the fun here!
1. Sleigh bells ring are you listening.
2. It's coming on Christmas, they're cutting down trees Putting up reindeer and singing songs of joy and peace.
3. You're a mean one Mr. Grinch.
4. Father Christmas give us some money
We'll beat you up if you make us annoyed.
5. Silent night holy night, all is calm, all is bright.
6. All I want for Christmas is you!
7. And as for the weekend, tonight I'm looking forward to a Christmas dinner, tomorrow my plans include the Breakfast Club and Sunday, I want to get some shopping done!
Thursday, December 15, 2011
nerves...
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:
Students whining because it isn't an early release due to weather.
Wednesday, December 14, 2011
finished reading...
In the small village of Edgecombe St. Mary in the English countryside lives Major Ernest Pettigrew (retired), an unlikely hero. Wry, courtly, opinionated, and completely endearing, the Major leads a quiet life valuing the proper things that Englishmen have lived by for generations: honor, duty, decorum, and a properly brewed cup of tea. But then his brother’s death sparks an unexpected friendship with Mrs. Jasmina Ali, the Pakistani shopkeeper from the village. Drawn together by their shared love of literature and the loss of their spouses, the Major and Mrs. Ali soon find their friendship blossoming into something more. But village society insists on embracing him as the quintessential local and regarding her as the permanent foreigner. Can their relationship survive the risks one takes when pursuing happiness in the face of culture and tradition?
I was charmed by this book. It was amusing that the Major tries to solve all the problems in the book with his upright, proper, old-fashioned manners and behavior. He doesn't seem to realize that times and society have changed. There were a lot of witty moments and some poignant moments. Some moments of almost slap-stick moments and some serious, thoughtful moments.
I'm sure we will have a lot to talk about in reading group. It is a great book for discussion.
Tuesday, December 13, 2011
christmas meme 6
Christmas At My House…(one or the other)
1. Tree is fake/real? fake
2. Tree is under/above 4′? my actual tree is taller, the fiber optic one is shorter
3. Open presents Christmas Eve/Day? day
4. House/entire yard is decorated? no
5. Amount of presents under the tree? none
6. Snowman is a male/female? male
7. Go for Santa/Jesus? Santa
8. Homemade/delivered/takeout Christmas dinner? we might be going out, I don't know what we're doing this year
9. Bedtime is before/after midnight? whenever I feel like it
10. Wake-up is before/after 7am? after
11. Go/don’t go to church on Christmas? don't go
12. Do shopping before/after Thanksgiving? I start when I find things for people
13. Low-key/over the top decorations (inside and out)? minimal
ten things tuesday...
Last week I focused on things that annoy me during the holidays. So this week I'm focusing on things that give me great cheer during the holidays.
1) Lights and decorations. It's festive.
2) Holiday food. Especially made in fun and festive shapes. Or things that are just made and served during this time of year.
3) Friendly faces. Seeing people that I don't usually see during the year. Greeting people at the markets. Clerks and cashiers that are friendly.
4) Music. I adore Christmas music. I've been listening to it since Halloween. It's happy, happy music.
5) Buying presents. I love finding just the right thing for just the right person.
6) Getting presents. Let's be honest, who doesn't like getting presents. Fortunately, people in my life aren't overly extravagant so things are practical.
7) Wrapping presents. With my OCD and need for perfection, I go over the top with my package presentations. It's fun. Especially because I play holiday movies while I wrap.
8) Getting together with my family. It's always awesome to get together with them but during the holidays it's extra festive. I especially like the holiday sing-along.
9) Vacation.
10) Smells. I love the scents of the holidays--cookies, trees, cinnamon.
Bonus: 11) Mistletoe.
Monday, December 12, 2011
christmas meme 5
Holiday Yay or.. Ugh
1. Holiday shopping? yay2. Icy roads? ugh
3. Limited driving visibility? double ugh
4. Christmas carolers. yay
5. Mall Santas? yay
6. Salvation Army Santas? yay
7. Blizzards? yay
8. 24/7 Holiday radio? yay
9. Freezing cold? ugh
10. Setting up the tree? ugh
11. Wrapping presents? yay
12. Visiting/seeing family? yay
13. Ad-Lib on “Rudolph…” (like Monopoly!) ugh
14. Free mint red/white candy? yay
15. Belief in Santa Claus? yayayayay
16. Chocolate countdown calendar? Does nobody know the word “advent” anymore? ugh
17. Peeking at your gifts (or by accident)? ugh
18. Making out with Santa under the mistletoe? ugh
19. Decorated houses? yay
20. Extreme decorated houses? yay
21. White Christmas morning? yay
22. Searching for ornaments in the attic? ugh
23. Santa knowing when you’re sleeping and awake? ugh
Sunday, December 11, 2011
the gingerbread cookie test
You Are Happy and Optimistic |
 You're the type who insists on seeing the glass as half full - even if there's barely anything left. You think that happiness is a choice, and you will always choose to be cheerful and upbeat. You tend to spread cheer and goodwill during the holidays. You're the first one to offer up a plate of cookies. You see the good and innocence in every being. You try to forgive others' transgressions quickly. |
sunday stealing
(click the icon to play along)Sunday Stealing: The Blue Memory Meme, Part Two
26) Are you happy with the person you've become? very
27) What's a sound you hate; sound you love? I hate the sound of gagging/vomiting and I love the sound of laughter
28) What's your biggest "what if"?
29) Do you believe in ghosts? no
30) How about aliens? no
31) What is the single best decision you have made in your life so far? to live with no regrets
32) What's the worst place you have ever been to? Amsterdam--it's the only place I have felt physically unsafe. It was dirty, smelly, and awful.
33) Can insanity bring on more creativity? probably
34) Most attractive actor of your opposite gender? George Clooney
35) To you, what is the meaning of life? 42
36) Define “Art”. is what moves and stimulates me
37) Do you believe in luck? I don't think luck is something you believe in, but I have been very lucky in life
38) In your opinion, what makes a great relationship? good communication
39) What's a song that always makes you happy when you hear it? What I Like About You
40) Where were you yesterday? busy
41) What's the worst injury you've ever had? ever? hmmm... what I can remember is falling on my face a few years ago
42) Do you have any obsessions right now? yes, I have several
43) What's up? nothin' much
44) Ever had a rumor spread about you? of course
45) Do you believe in real magic? absolutely, even though it's not something to believe in
46) Do you ever hold grudges against people who have done you wrong? not often
47) What's your favorite (non-pet) animal? giraffe, hippo and penguin
48) What is your secret weapon to get people to like you? my awkward charm
49) Where is your best friend? since it's Sunday, she might be at church
50) What do you think is Satan's last name? oh, I always thought Satan was his last name
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.
Saturday, December 10, 2011
saturday 9
Drift Away
1. Who or what bores you enough to mentally drift away? meetings that are not what they are supposed to be
2. How many members of your family not living with you do you see on during the holidays? all the locals
3. When spending time with family, how long after you arrive do you begin to feel "antsy" about being there too long? oh, after a couple of hours
4. Does your family more generally get along at a holiday gathering or are there generally arguments? we get along really well--we're usually very well-behaved
5. Are you ever embarrassed by your family around friends? no
6. Of the celebrities that died in 2011, who will you miss the most? can I say Steve Jobs?
7. When you watch a movie in a movie theater, do you like the theater filled to capacity, halfway full, or nearly empty? Does your answer change depending on the type of movie you're seeing or do you feel the same way regardless of the movie or genre? it definitely depends on the crowd--if it is a mature movie, I want a mature crowd, not a bunch of chatters... but I like it halfway full
8. What’s one really cool/useful/nice thing you purchased for yourself this year? coolest thing is definitely my iPad
9. Are you in the holiday spirit yet? sort of, but it's not full-blown yet
Friday, December 09, 2011
friday fill-ins
Join in the fun here!
1. As I neared the gas station, I hoped I made it... I was on fumes.
2. Major Pettigrew's Last Stand is what I'm reading right now. It's for my book group. I hope I finish in time.
3. I didn't start out this way, but OCD kicks my butt sometimes.
4. It's good to tell the truth.
5. The best way to have a good day is to get your mind on it.
6. This is the reason I am happy!
7. And as for the weekend, tonight I'm looking forward to not doing too much, tomorrow my plans include wrapping presents for my sisters & their families and Sunday, I want to do something wonderful!
Thursday, December 08, 2011
christmas meme 4
Favorite Christmas…
01. Non-Jesus-related song? My Grown Up Christmas List
02. Jesus-related song? Silent Night
03. Santa-related song? Santa Claus Is Coming To Town
04. Fictional character? Santa
05. Animated movie? Charlie Brown Christmas
06. Non-animated movie? Elf
07. Personal memory? driving around on Christmas Eve to look at the lights
08. Story/Fairy Tale? A Christmas Carol
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:
Spilling dinner on my clothes.
Wednesday, December 07, 2011
Tuesday, December 06, 2011
christmas meme 3
Have You Ever?
1. Built a snowman? oh yes
2. Heard Santa's sleigh? I used to think so, when I was a little girl
3. Seen Santa & Rudolph in the sky? no, but I sure did watch for them
4. Sat on Santa's lap? yes
5. Shoveled the driveway/sidewalk? blah, I live in Maine, of course I have!
6. Made snow angels? yes
7. Built a fort/igloo? we used to have neighborhood forts connected by tunnels
8. Written a Christmas list? yes
9. Written a letter to Santa? I think so
10. Left cookies/milk for Santa & reindeer? we always left a cherry in case Rudolph's nose needed a boost
11. Caught a snowflake on your tongue? yes
12. Gone caroling? yes, it was a lot of fun
13. Gotten hurt during the winter season? thankfully, nothing serious
14. Gone ice skating/sledding? I used to go skating often when I was in junior high
15. Kissed under a mistletoe? not romantically
16. Get everything you wanted for Christmas? oh, yes, I always get more than I ever wanted
17. Cooked/baked Christmas goodies? I used to spend a day baking and whipping up all kinds of goodies, I fell out of the habit
ten things tuesday
Ten things that annoy me during the holidays:
1) Cranky people. If the holidays are so tough on you, rethink how you do them. Spread cheer.
2) Obnoxious songs. Like Dominic the Donkey. And Grandma Got Run Over.
3) Aggressive salespeople. If I say I don't need help, I don't need help.
4) Too many scents. Going into stores and being overwhelmed with perfumes and potpourri scents is annoying.
5) Inability to think of what to get people.
6) Getting a gift from someone you didn't plan to exchange gifts with.
7) No snow. I know, I know I whine about the snow but... living in Northern Maine and having no snow at all during the holidays is kind of sad.
8) Missing my favorite Christmas specials.
9) Tangled lights. Or one dim bulb that you can't figure out where it is.
10) Stupid commercials. From the toys to the store ads.
Monday, December 05, 2011
the snowman test
You Are Liked and Loved |
 You're the type of person who always chooses quality over quantity. Life's too short to not have optimal experiences. You have moxie. You have the guts to day and say what everyone else is afraid of. Popular and well known, you make friends easily. You have your big personality to thank for that. You enjoy being doted on. You feel like you are deserving of any and all attention. |
christmas meme 2
This or That
1. Candy cane or peppermint patties? peppermint patties2. Sugar or gingerbread cookies? gingerbread cookies
3. Tinsel or beaded strands? beads
4. Multi-colored or same-colored lights? multi
5. Flashing or still lights? I like twinkle lights but not blinking lights
6. Wreaths or mistletoe/holly? mistletoe
7. Rudolph or Frosty? Frosty
8. Sledding or snowball fights? sledding
9. Snow or ice/icicles? gently falling snow
10. Snow hat or earmuffs? ear muffs
11. Getting or giving? giving
12. Snow days or plow trucks? uh... snow days!
13. Stockings or presents? presents
14. Cookies & milk or letter to Santa? letter to Santa
15. Christmas Eve or Christmas Day? Christmas Day
16. Log Burning Channel or real thing? real thing
17. Cards or emails? either is fine
18. Shoveling or cleaning off the car? cleaning off the car, although I have a car starter
19. Hot cocoa or eggnog? hot cocoa
20. Jack Frost or Little Drummer Boy? Little Drummer Boy
Sunday, December 04, 2011
celebrate...
I got to spend some much needed time with my bestie today. We haven't really had time to visit since my birthday and we had much to discuss. She's going through a struggle now and it pains me that there's nothing I can do help her. We were able to celebrate her birthday which made me very happy. She deserves to be celebrated.
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 Blue Memory Meme, Part One
1) If the whole world were listening to you right now, what would you say? Peace, Love, and Understanding
2) If you could meet anyone on this earth, who would it be? Bono
3) You just got a free plane ticket to anywhere. You have to depart right now. Where are you gonna go? to visit my sisters
4) What do you think about most? what's going on, I tend to dwell in the present and recent past
5) You have the opportunity to spend a romantic night with the music celebrity of your choice. Who would it be? Sting
6) You can erase any horrible experience from your past. What will it be? a bad break up
7) What's your strangest talent? babies of all kinds love me, is that a talent?
8) What would be a question you'd be afraid to tell the truth on? how's your love life?
9) Ever had a poem or song written about you? yes, a haiku
10) When is the last time you played the air guitar? hmmm... I tend to be an air drummer so it's been awhile since I played air guitar
11) Do you have any strange phobias? all of my phobias are strange, they make no sense to me
12) What's your religion? none
13) What is your current desktop picture? a December calendar
14) When you are outside, what are you most likely doing? going to the car
15) What's the last song you listened to? Michael Buble's Christmas album
16) Simple but extremely complex. Favorite band? U2
17) What was the last lie you told? that I didn't read a text
18) Do you believe in karma? essentially
19) What is a saying you say a lot? "good luck with that"
20) What is your greatest weakness; your greatest strength? I am demanding of myself (answers both)
21) Who is your celebrity crush? George Clooney
22) Give me the first thing that comes to mind when you hear the word: heart. love
23) How do you vent your anger? usually by crying... or taking deep breaths if I'm around other people
24) Do you have a collection of anything? dust bunnies
25) What is your favorite word? one I learned from Cat last week: fuckety-hell!
Saturday, December 03, 2011
christmas meme 1
1. Worst Christmas song? Dominick the Donkey, because it gets stuck in my head
2. If you were a Christmas character, who would you be? Max--the Grinch's dog
3. What type of decoration should stop being made? ugly sweaters
4. Tastiest holiday treat? Peanut Clusters
5. Favorite pop culture/stereotypical Christmas icon? Santa
6. Know how to make cookies/brownies/cake from scratch? I used to bake a lot of holiday goodies, in fact, my sisters would ask me to ship them some of them... but I haven't made any for a long time
7. Ever cut your mouth on a candy cane/candy? yes, I hate it
8. What other culture would you like to experience Christmas with? I left Ireland just a few days before Christmas, it would have been great fun to stay and experience it there--the city had great lights
9. What kind of pattern/pictures do you like on your wrapping paper? I like a variety of papers, so I go with whatever catches my eye
10. Will you make a Christmas picture for your blog/website/profile? nope
11. Three best things about Christmas? spending festive time with my family and friends, the lights and decorations, the music
saturday 9
Lies
1. “Everybody lies. But it's alright because nobody listens.” is one of Bud's Law's. What do you lie about? sometimes my students ask questions I can't answer, so I make shit up--generally they catch on, though because it's an outrageous answer
2. When you purchase a DVD, what besides the the movie itself, what do you enjoy the most? Is it the director's commentary, the deleted scenes, the bloopers or the behind-the-scenes documentary? I like the deleted scenes
3. What would you most like to accomplish before the year is over? it would be nice to finish de-cluttering the living room
4. What is your current percentage of online shopping? Is it going to be more this year than last? probably more this year--I'm at 90% right now, but I have yet to do my "box store" shopping
5. What's left to do at your place (or where you are going)? Is the tree up? ...or maybe you're just happy you found that fave Christmas coffee mug and are calling that good? I was just thinking about this last night-- I think I'm going to dig out the fiber-optic tree and call it good
6. If you could get worry free, cost free plastic surgery, would you? If yes, where? oh... I don't know
7. Do you think the child you were growing up, would like the adult you've become? I feel like I've always been a mini-adult... I've been essentially the same since childhood
8. What will you miss about 2011? the possibilities
9. What is something you'd love to see invented? some of the gadgets from The Jetsons would be very awesome to have around the house
Friday, December 02, 2011
friday fill-ins
Join the fun here!
1. One of my favorite things about December is spending more time with family and friends, celebrating.
2. I don't really deal with ornament(s)!
3. This is what I'm hoping for today/tonight: kicking back and watching a movie.
4. How do my neighbors make so much noise?
5. Ooh, a funny video.
6. The phone is ringing!
7. And as for the weekend, tonight I'm looking forward to watching a movie and relaxing, tomorrow my plans include laundry and Sunday, I want to celebrate my bestie's birthday!
Thursday, December 01, 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:
Cold feet. Like, actually cold, not metaphorically.
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