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How well do you know…
I stole this from Dawn and thought it would be fun to complete on VD….
How well do you know your husband! -
Here’s a chance to see how well you really know your husband (spouse or significant other). Cut, paste and fill in the answers, then forward . . . shoot, you know what to do. The real challenge is to send it to your husband to see how right you really are.
1. He’s sitting in front of the TV, what is on the screen? Food Network (Ace of Cakes, Iron Chef, Good Eats), Gordon Ramsey’s newest excitement, Auburn Football, Carolina Panthers, or if it’s the season NASCAR.
2. You’re out to eat; what kind of dressing does he get on his salad? Thousand Island
3. What’s one food he doesn’t like? fish/seafood, but like me he really wants to like it
4. You go out to eat and have a drink. What does he order? Single order of mixed fajitas to split and water. Steak, cooked medium and garlic mashed potatoes. Reuben s’wich. Greek Salad. If the drink is alcoholic it will be Jack on rocks, or Guinness…possibly Sam Adams. Depends on the mood. The wine will probably be a Cab Sav or Shiraz if I am picking.
5. Where did he go to high school? Shades Valley
6. What size shoe does he wear? 10 1/2 in some and 11 in most.
7. If he was to collect anything, what would it be? Cool percussion stuff, but he now has several cool coins so he may venture into the coin market.
8. What is his favorite type of sandwich? For the longest it was a Reuben…he also likes a good Philly Steak. Subw@y it is usually an Italian BMT.
9. What would this person eat every day if he could? I think he would get bored with anything if it was everyday.
10. What is his favorite cereal? Captain Crunch, but he hasn’t eaten cereal in years.
11. What would he never wear? A Dale Jr. hat, and AL hat. Maybe for enough money on the Dale Jr. There’s not enough for the AL.
12. What is his favorite sports team? Auburn, Carolina Panthers
13. Who did he vote for? That’s a little personal don’t ya think?
14. Who is his best friend? his little brother
15. What is something you do that he wishes you wouldn’t do? lately…get home late almost every night
16. What is his favorite color? blue and orange
17. You bake him a cake for his birthday; what kind of cake? Devil’s Food Cake
18. Did he play sports in high school? football before high school, then band took over
19. What could he spend hours doing? Lately…Guitar Hero. Watch a race, race news, or AU/Panthers football
20. What is one unique talent he has? He has lots of talents 
Hmmm….to share with the www…he is a musical percussionist not the play it loud and proud, right or wrong, drummer type. He’s also a great cook and has mad media production skills.
H@lm@rk Holidays
I am so thankful that I do not need a holiday to know that I am loved. I am shown everyday and am truly blessed.
Hoping Valentine’s Day is everything you want it to be – enJOY!
Twitter
Twitter, don’t knock it til you try it. I am NOT a NYT fan, but I keep them in my feedreader for kicks, giggles, and perspective. Geek that I am, I do enjoy their tech articles. This particular articles is rather amusing. Twitter is a means of keeping friends/family/etc up to date by texting the answer to one simple question, “what are you doing?” Your “tweet”, or response, is received by your followers. Response messages can be turned off/on if you do not want a text from ALL of your followers everytime they get the urge to say what they are up to. Most people use it about like their fbook status and say whatever they happen to be thinking, doing, or reading. You can update via web or via text, doesn’t matter. iGoogle (which I now hate), netvibes, and other homepage sites have twitter apps that let you update without going to the webpage or your phone. You can also link your personal site to Twitter. Now that I have taken up time explaining what it is, let me get to the article…
Twitter is truly whatever you want it to be. Some use it for business. Some use it as a social tool. Some use it for the fun of playing with a new gadget. It’s jsut a new gadget for me, but I do wish more of my family used it. It is a neat way to keep up with info tidbits that connect you with others. I may not have time to type an entire email, or blog post, but I can quickly tweet that I’m having a great day or a rough day…or good news we receive.
Just another fun tech tool IMO. Any opinions?
Family fun night
Best purchase ever…Wii! Family fun nights are always a lot of fun, but the Wii has taken it to a whole new level. My favorite games are tennis and DDR. It is highly amusing to watch our 8yo take on the family. She has the ability to beat anyone in tennis, bowling, DDR, and depending on the song, Guitar Hero. There’s talent there baby! It has really be awesome for us. DDR is a great workout. The problem for me is finding uninterrupted time to complete a calorie set. I am not a gamer…not by any stretch. However, I do believe the Wii is the best game system ever. No, not for gamers, but for families. It is a system that is, or can be, a full body experience. Get off your tush and move people! It exercises more than your thumbs!
Way awesome. Way fun. Way cool.
Kontan Jou people, happy day!
bUtifl dAy
Taking the dogs out this morning and it was truly a breath of fresh air. Crisp, but not cold, it is a comfortable 60 degrees with a bright blue sky. I wish I didn’t have work to do this afternoon, it would be a great park day. (maybe still, never know)
Song that immediately came to mind- Beautiful Day by U2
Stolen meme
Relaxing at home with Jem. We have had a wonderful evening. Both girls have been with friends so we were able to have a much needed date night. Now I’m settled in my comfy chair and am stealing a meme from Annie who stole it from Tense. Amuse yourself…
1. When you looked at yourself in the mirror today, what was the first thing you thought?
It’s Saturday and I’m going to work for a few hours. Ugh.
2. How much cash do you have on you?
None, I dumped the change into the jar earlier today.
3. What’s a word that rhymes with DOOR?
Eeyore
4. Favorite planet?
I’m rather fond of Earth, but I think Saturn is pretty cool too
5. Who is the 4th person on your missed call list on your cell phone?
I don’t recognize the number and it would be rude to post it here. Some lurker may get a wild hair LOL.
6. What is your favorite ring tone on your phone?
Sparkling tone. I LOVED my last ring tone but it doesn’t work well on this phone…the theme from Robin Hood
7. What shirt are you wearing?
Jem’s AU sweatshirt
8. Do you label yourself?
I don’t think so.
9. Name the brand of the shoes you’re currently wearing?
none, just a blanket…but I wore Sperrys all day
10. Bright or dark room?
I’m a minimalist and prefer mood lighting/lamps/whatever…keep it dim
11. What do you think about the person who took this survey before you?
Pretty awesome. I applaud her for going after what she wants and with such enthusiasm.
12. What does your watch look like?
A Blackjack II cell phone
13. What were you doing at midnight last night?
I went to bed early last night and was sleeping soundly
14. What did your last text message you received on your cell say?
Facebook msg from Paul saying “that is so dang sweet…..”
15. Where is your nearest 7-11?
I just asked Jem and he doesn’t think we have them either. There’s a Gate about a mile down the road.
16. What’s a word that you say a lot?
“Really?” (Laced w/ sarcasm)
17. Who told you he/she loved you last?
Jem
18. Last furry thing you touched?
Tiki. She is wallowing and can’t seem to get comfortable and has finally settled full length against my leg.
19. How many drugs have you done in the last three days?
Had to take allergy meds last fall. I’ve never touched illegal crap if that is where this question was headed.
20. How many rolls of film do you need developed?
I think there are several in a box in the garage. I don’t use film anymore.
21. Favorite age you have been so far?
Each has it’s ups and downs. Happy where I am.
22. Your worst enemy?
Too much effort.
23. What is your current desktop picture?
24. What was the last thing you said to someone?
“Do we have a 7-11 around here?”
25. If you had to choose between a million bucks or to be able to fly what would it be?
The money. No question. (same)
26. Do you like someone?
I’m rather partial to Jem.
27. The last song you listened to?
Birdland
28. What time of day were you born?
No clue
29. What’s your favorite number?
I don’t have one…Jem’s is 28
30. Where did you live in 1987?
Jasper
31. Are you jealous of anyone?
Not really. People’s lives may seem better on the outside, but you never know what goes on behind closed doors. (good answer)
32. Is anyone jealous of you?
doubt it
33. Where were you when 9/11 happened?
3rd Period at THS trying to explain what the big deal was to a class full of 11th graders.
34. What do you do when vending machines steal your money?
Get frustrated, leave a note.
35. Do you consider yourself kind?
Most of the time
36. If you had to get a tattoo, where would it be?
a ~*~ on my Ankle
37. If you could be fluent in any other language, what would it be?
Spanish would be useful
38. Would you move for the person you loved?
I did and would again, but no need b/c we love where we are
39. Are you touchy feely?
No, I like my personal space.
40. What’s your life motto?
Live life. Give joy. Be at peace.
41. Name three things that you have on you at all times.
Cell. Carmex. If at work, my lanyard with keys and ID.
42. What’s your favorite town/city?
I’m liking Charlotte
43. What was the last thing you paid for with cash?
a soda
44. When was the last time you wrote a letter to someone on paper and mailed it?
It’s been a long while
45. Can you change the oil on a car?
No, but I prefer to think that my ignorance on the subject keeps someone else employed. (good answer Annie)
46. Your first love: what is the last thing you heard about him/her?
Haven’t heard anything in a long time
47. How far back do you know about your ancestry?
Not a ton, but I do know that we are from England.
48. The last time you dressed fancy, what did you wear and why did you dress fancy?
Fancy? I wouldn’t say fancy, but I was dressed nice for Jem’s Dad’s funeral a few weeks ago.
49. Does anything hurt on your body right now?
INope, I’m good.
50. Have you been burned by love?
Live and learn.
The revulsion of rhetoric
Preface: I love my school and I really don’t want to teach anywhere else. The students are motivated, and faculty is allowed to teach without intervention and without being asked if there is any way to ‘help so-n-so pass” so he can play ball.
Facing reality…
Keep in mind I have lived in both Alabama and Mississippi and the stereotype, although not dominant, is certainly present. The racism and American pride here shocks me. No, I am not saying American pride is a bad thing. It is a wonderful thing. However, the idea that America can do no wrong and anyone different is bad bad bad annoys me. The arrogance is shocking! There are times that it is so surprising I imagine Sean Hannity would gasp. Much of the rhetoric is simply for entertainment value, but I suspect there is a good bit of belief in what they spew. It is to the point that it is offensive to me and IMO out of hand. I have to address the situation. Having an opinion is fine. All I ask is that they know why they hold that opinion and back up their arguments with fact. Including in every discussion that America should just blow them up, take them over, wipe them out, the KKK is a Christian organization that was for the good of man, or we’re the best and that’s why all should bow down…it is just not OK!
You need to understand that I do not allow insulting comments and I do not allow discussion to go on the track that some would like to take it. I shut them down rather quickly, but it is becoming a problem. I don’t know how to address the situation in such a way that does not sound anti-American. I’m not anti-American. Not at all! I also do not embrace the imperialist attitude that some have. Furthermore, I hate Obama bashing as much as I hate Bush bashing. It is inappropriate and not allowed! I think we need to go back to the beginning of the year respect discussion. Yes…we need to have the respect discussion and probably a nice written reflection on the matter. I also need to start deducting points for irrelevant comments or comments laced with racist overtones.
snow day #2
I know we will have to make the day up, but I don’t care. It was WONDERFUL to be able to sleep in this morning. I was not expecting the buzzing of my phone at 5:30 this morning, but what a sound.
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