Another great from Sunday Stealing
1. What is your favorite Mexican dish?
I love a lot of dishes, but it is probably a toss up between chicken enchiladas and beef tacos.
2. When you were a kid, did you get started on your homework right away after school, or did you procrastinate?
My mother allowed us to play until dinner most of the time, and then, we had to do our homework. Most of the time though, I would start it on the bus rid home (nearly 45 minutes) and finish what was left when I got home. In high school, it was at our leisure.
3. What is your favorite store for home furnishings?
I like Pier 1 and Wolf's.
4. When you were young, did you like school lunches?
They served their purpose. I don't really remember looking forward to anything in partiicular, except maybe their standard chili and those peanut butter things that were kind of like fudge.
5. Is religion a crutch?
No, I think it takes much more strength and courage to continue to carry your cross than if you just get to make up what you want as you get along.
6. In your region, what is the “big” high school sport?
I guess, football. I really have no clue though.
7. Do you consider yourself rich?
You're new to this freaks how, aren't you?
8. Which of these would you have the best chance administering:
A) CPR
B) Heimlich Maneuver
C) Changing a flat tire
None of the above, though I know the basics of all three. I need to get re-certified when things come down some year.
9. Which dance would you prefer to learn & why:
A) Salsa
B) Hip Hop
C) Waltz
D) Swing
I know the basics of the Waltz, but I have always wanted to learn how to swing dance.
10. What’s the worst news you’ve ever delivered to someone?
I had to tell my friends that our mutual friend was in jail for killing his wife.
11. Name something you learned in college that had nothing to do with classes or academics.
Those weird flavors of chips -- steak and onion, dill pickle, etc. -- aren't so bad.
12. New variation on an old question: If there’s a song in your head that just won’t get out, what is your favorite (or most repeated) linThe in that song?
"You're not the only one refusing to go down. You're not the only one, so get up.'
Friday, August 5, 2011
My first Friday 5.
These questions brought to you by Friday 5.
01. What’s something you recently learned how to do on a computer?
Begin to edit video.
02. What’s something you recently learned in the kitchen?
This has been a real slump. I've got nothing.
03. What’s something you recently learned about the town where you live?
We have an organic pet food store. Who would have suspected?
04. What’s something you recently learned from television?
Anyone in a long black coat with a cloud pattern on it is up to no good. Never look them in the eye, let them taste your blood, accept something that was spit out of their hand, let their tale hit you, etc. It all leads to no good.
05. What’s something you recently learned the hard way?
Trust no one.
01. What’s something you recently learned how to do on a computer?
Begin to edit video.
02. What’s something you recently learned in the kitchen?
This has been a real slump. I've got nothing.
03. What’s something you recently learned about the town where you live?
We have an organic pet food store. Who would have suspected?
04. What’s something you recently learned from television?
Anyone in a long black coat with a cloud pattern on it is up to no good. Never look them in the eye, let them taste your blood, accept something that was spit out of their hand, let their tale hit you, etc. It all leads to no good.
05. What’s something you recently learned the hard way?
Trust no one.
Thursday, August 4, 2011
The "You Can't Be Missed" Meme, The Last Part
Another steal from Sunday Stealing
46. Would you ever try to quit one of your addictions, or better said: Bad Habits?
It's a daily challenge to do a little of both every day. Challenge accepted! Challenge usually failed...
47. Could you ever kill yourself to save someone else?
Yes, I doubt I would even think about it before doing so.
48. Does it matter if break up with someone or have them dump you?
No, I feel just as bad either way.
49. Would you rather have a turtle or a frog for a pet?
Turtle! When I thought that things had a chance of getting better, I had planned to get a turtle when things got put together.
50. Would you rather spend a day with Lady Gaga or Miley Cyrus?
Miley Cyrus seems like a good kid, and I don't have a problen with her music. In fact, I do enjoy her show from time to time. On the other hand, I find Lady Gaga's music to be a dull rehash of what Madonna was better in the late 80s; and she seems to rely far to heavily on gimmicks to keep her name in the public eye. If that weren't enough, with all of the rampant hunger in this country alone, I found it very tacky and unthoughtful of her to wear a dress made of meat to be wasted, when it could have been dinner for several families. Had she chosen to wear a plain dress, shown what they had planned, but instead donated it to a homeless shelter; I would have been tremendously more impressed.
51. Would you rather learn to play piano or guitar?
I am trying a little bit to learn the guitar. I really love it. I'm just bad at it, and very little of the information sticks with me.
52. We're going back to the day. Where did you get your kicks?
I would usually just hang out with friends at my house or at my friends' house. If we did go
53. What Asian country would you like to visit the most? Why?
Japan, see blog "J" in my "Hoisting Black Flags" blog.
54. Have you ever thought that a passer-by was the one (think James Blunt, here)?
Yes, but it just turned out to be one of my friends.
55. Ever told someone that your fake jewelery was really real?
No, I like my jewelery, regardless of what it is made of.
56. Where are the worst public restrooms?
In the 90s, the bathrooms at the 9:30 Club. They even got mention in a magazine as being the worst public bathrooms in a club in the country. It was like an indoor outhouse.
57. What song was the latest one that got overplayed really fast?
"Stand There and Watch Me Burn" by Eminem and Rihanna. If one more person makes me listen to it to convince me that Eminem is good, I'm going to have to take someone down.
58. What Friends (American TV show from the 90s) character are you most like?
I had to take a test, and it says, I am most like Chandler
59. When's the last time you had a Popsicle?
I haven't really eaten a regular Popsicle for a long time, but I got one of those fruit bares a
60. What TV show from way back would you love to see reappear?
I'd like to see a second generation of "The Facts of Life" with the original characters making appearances as parents,, teachers, etc.
46. Would you ever try to quit one of your addictions, or better said: Bad Habits?
It's a daily challenge to do a little of both every day. Challenge accepted! Challenge usually failed...
47. Could you ever kill yourself to save someone else?
Yes, I doubt I would even think about it before doing so.
48. Does it matter if break up with someone or have them dump you?
No, I feel just as bad either way.
49. Would you rather have a turtle or a frog for a pet?
Turtle! When I thought that things had a chance of getting better, I had planned to get a turtle when things got put together.
50. Would you rather spend a day with Lady Gaga or Miley Cyrus?
Miley Cyrus seems like a good kid, and I don't have a problen with her music. In fact, I do enjoy her show from time to time. On the other hand, I find Lady Gaga's music to be a dull rehash of what Madonna was better in the late 80s; and she seems to rely far to heavily on gimmicks to keep her name in the public eye. If that weren't enough, with all of the rampant hunger in this country alone, I found it very tacky and unthoughtful of her to wear a dress made of meat to be wasted, when it could have been dinner for several families. Had she chosen to wear a plain dress, shown what they had planned, but instead donated it to a homeless shelter; I would have been tremendously more impressed.
51. Would you rather learn to play piano or guitar?
I am trying a little bit to learn the guitar. I really love it. I'm just bad at it, and very little of the information sticks with me.
52. We're going back to the day. Where did you get your kicks?
I would usually just hang out with friends at my house or at my friends' house. If we did go
53. What Asian country would you like to visit the most? Why?
Japan, see blog "J" in my "Hoisting Black Flags" blog.
54. Have you ever thought that a passer-by was the one (think James Blunt, here)?
Yes, but it just turned out to be one of my friends.
55. Ever told someone that your fake jewelery was really real?
No, I like my jewelery, regardless of what it is made of.
56. Where are the worst public restrooms?
In the 90s, the bathrooms at the 9:30 Club. They even got mention in a magazine as being the worst public bathrooms in a club in the country. It was like an indoor outhouse.
57. What song was the latest one that got overplayed really fast?
"Stand There and Watch Me Burn" by Eminem and Rihanna. If one more person makes me listen to it to convince me that Eminem is good, I'm going to have to take someone down.
58. What Friends (American TV show from the 90s) character are you most like?
I had to take a test, and it says, I am most like Chandler
59. When's the last time you had a Popsicle?
I haven't really eaten a regular Popsicle for a long time, but I got one of those fruit bares a
60. What TV show from way back would you love to see reappear?
I'd like to see a second generation of "The Facts of Life" with the original characters making appearances as parents,, teachers, etc.
Wednesday, August 3, 2011
The "You Can't Be Missed" Meme, Part 3
This is brought to you courtesy of Sunday Stealing
31. What is your absolute favorite dessert?
I don't really have one. I changes with the day. I d love fresh Boston cream cake, Raspverry French style cheesecake, green tea ice cream with fresh whipped cream -- there are many.
32. What can someone do to make you smile, no matter what?
Compliment my dog.
33. What do the hip people think of you?
Usually, nothing n
34. What was the last gift you bought someone?
I got my mother a bottle of perfume and a new mouse for her computer, for Mother's
35. What was your favorite class in high school?
A tie between English and Art.
36. How many spouses would be about right?
One.
37. What would you say was the most embarrassing moment of your life?
I have no idea. My life has been a series of them. I would tell you about the most recent one, but I don't want to talk about it. That wound is still too fresh.
38. Have you ever donate money to charity?
Whenever I can, which is not often, I donate to the local animal shelters. I have also donated to the local homeless shelter to help provide Thanksgiving dinner for them.
39. Has porn ever had a positive place in a current or recent relationship?
No.
40. Would you ever dump the one you're with for someone who makes an obvious play and is MUCH hotter?
No, I don't take relationships lightly. If I am looking for another man, I will have left the relationship first. I don't really have a lot of respect for people who dump the guy they are with to give the new guy a try.
41. Have you ever disowned one of your relatives?
Kind of, well ... Yeah.
42. Would you think it's OK to cheat on someone if they've already cheated on you?
Absolutely not. If you do the same thing, it by no means makes it Ok, because he did it first. If you are in a situation where you think that vengeance cheating is the best idea, you seriously need to consider ending the relationship. Even if, by some miracle it does help the relationship,; one or both people will carry a resentment about the others affair.
43. Did you ever consider being a teacher?
Yes, but it is probably for the best that I didn't.
44. Would you ever give a hitch-hiker a ride somewhere?
I would if I absolutely had to do, but I would be walking tall and carrying a big stick.
45. Would you ever try fasting for a whole week?
I would if it were for a good reason.
31. What is your absolute favorite dessert?
I don't really have one. I changes with the day. I d love fresh Boston cream cake, Raspverry French style cheesecake, green tea ice cream with fresh whipped cream -- there are many.
32. What can someone do to make you smile, no matter what?
Compliment my dog.
33. What do the hip people think of you?
Usually, nothing n
34. What was the last gift you bought someone?
I got my mother a bottle of perfume and a new mouse for her computer, for Mother's
35. What was your favorite class in high school?
A tie between English and Art.
36. How many spouses would be about right?
One.
37. What would you say was the most embarrassing moment of your life?
I have no idea. My life has been a series of them. I would tell you about the most recent one, but I don't want to talk about it. That wound is still too fresh.
38. Have you ever donate money to charity?
Whenever I can, which is not often, I donate to the local animal shelters. I have also donated to the local homeless shelter to help provide Thanksgiving dinner for them.
39. Has porn ever had a positive place in a current or recent relationship?
No.
40. Would you ever dump the one you're with for someone who makes an obvious play and is MUCH hotter?
No, I don't take relationships lightly. If I am looking for another man, I will have left the relationship first. I don't really have a lot of respect for people who dump the guy they are with to give the new guy a try.
41. Have you ever disowned one of your relatives?
Kind of, well ... Yeah.
42. Would you think it's OK to cheat on someone if they've already cheated on you?
Absolutely not. If you do the same thing, it by no means makes it Ok, because he did it first. If you are in a situation where you think that vengeance cheating is the best idea, you seriously need to consider ending the relationship. Even if, by some miracle it does help the relationship,; one or both people will carry a resentment about the others affair.
43. Did you ever consider being a teacher?
Yes, but it is probably for the best that I didn't.
44. Would you ever give a hitch-hiker a ride somewhere?
I would if I absolutely had to do, but I would be walking tall and carrying a big stick.
45. Would you ever try fasting for a whole week?
I would if it were for a good reason.
The "You Can't Be Missed" Meme, Part 2
This blog courtesy of Sunday Stealing
16. What was the last thing you did that was totally selfish, yet you feel no guilt?
I played with Bella. That was a hard question, since I feel guilty for almost everything.
17. Tell us about a film fave of yours that we probably have not seen.
Er... "Pandorum"?
18. When was the last time you kissed someone that you shouldn't have on the lips?
The last time I was dating. Boy was I gullible.
19. When was the last time you cooked something for someone not in your family?
A month or two ago.
20. When was the last time you danced like a crazy person?
A few years ago, when we went to see Cruxshadows. I danced with a drunk girl to "Vision Thing".
21. When was the last time you just wanted to be invisible?
Almost every day.
22. When was the last time you got a gift you absolutely hated?
I got a really weird item in the mail last year that had no slip to say who sent it. It went right in the trash.
23. When was the last time you got into a physical fight? (If NEVER, let us know about a time that you got close to a fight.)
I never gotten into a real fight, because I don't fight back, unless I have to. It is easier to get out of the situation. The only time I can really think of where I almost got into a physical fight was when someone smacked Snapdragon on the butt for grumping at Elvis.
24. When was the last time you had to sleep with a light on?
That happens more than I am happy with, but it isn't my choice. I use one of those sleep masks.
25. When was the last time you were under some serious stress?
Ha! Every single day of the last year, getting worse and worse, until I am in this position. Now, it feels like being in a pressure cooker.
26. When was the last time you watched your favorite movie?
A few months ago, My copy is packed, but I found a place to watch it online.
27. What song did you most recently downloaded?
"I predict a riot" by the Kaiser Chiefs.
28. What would you say is your favorite hobby?
Writing.
29. What is your favorite thing to do when you hang out with friends?
Watch movies
30. What would you rather do: shower or bathe with that celebrity that you are crushing on?
That's kind of a queer question that I'd rather not answer.
16. What was the last thing you did that was totally selfish, yet you feel no guilt?
I played with Bella. That was a hard question, since I feel guilty for almost everything.
17. Tell us about a film fave of yours that we probably have not seen.
Er... "Pandorum"?
18. When was the last time you kissed someone that you shouldn't have on the lips?
The last time I was dating. Boy was I gullible.
19. When was the last time you cooked something for someone not in your family?
A month or two ago.
20. When was the last time you danced like a crazy person?
A few years ago, when we went to see Cruxshadows. I danced with a drunk girl to "Vision Thing".
21. When was the last time you just wanted to be invisible?
Almost every day.
22. When was the last time you got a gift you absolutely hated?
I got a really weird item in the mail last year that had no slip to say who sent it. It went right in the trash.
23. When was the last time you got into a physical fight? (If NEVER, let us know about a time that you got close to a fight.)
I never gotten into a real fight, because I don't fight back, unless I have to. It is easier to get out of the situation. The only time I can really think of where I almost got into a physical fight was when someone smacked Snapdragon on the butt for grumping at Elvis.
24. When was the last time you had to sleep with a light on?
That happens more than I am happy with, but it isn't my choice. I use one of those sleep masks.
25. When was the last time you were under some serious stress?
Ha! Every single day of the last year, getting worse and worse, until I am in this position. Now, it feels like being in a pressure cooker.
26. When was the last time you watched your favorite movie?
A few months ago, My copy is packed, but I found a place to watch it online.
27. What song did you most recently downloaded?
"I predict a riot" by the Kaiser Chiefs.
28. What would you say is your favorite hobby?
Writing.
29. What is your favorite thing to do when you hang out with friends?
Watch movies
30. What would you rather do: shower or bathe with that celebrity that you are crushing on?
That's kind of a queer question that I'd rather not answer.
Monday, August 1, 2011
The "You Can't Be Missed" Meme, Part 1 of 4.
This is another stolen from Sunday Stealing
1. Which state do you consider to be the most boring state?
Maryland... because it is. Except, it might be better in Baltimore... maybe.
2. If any chef from the Food Network (or any well known chef) could cater your wedding, who would it be?
Alton Brown, of course. I don't know if he is used to making food for large groups (Ha! Large groups..), but I'd be willing to accept that to have Alton Brown at my wedding. :D
3. What's the last thing you ate that was red?
Strawberries at the cheap buffet.
4. Have you ever questioned the sexuality orientation of a close friend?
No, but I did of one of the guy's I used to date. I'm still not sure.
5. Everyone loses a friend after some big fight. Tell us about one.
No.
6. Have you ever washed an iPod or mp3 player in the washing machine?
No, and I've never done that to my phone either. The only thing I've ever left in my pockets were tissues and box cutters.
7. Have you ever screamed / yelled angrily at a boss?
Yes. It was a manic thing, but he completely deserved it. I would do it all over again. He was an idiot and his wife was a jerk, and they were both the boss; and they never knew what the other was doing. I quit the next day.
8. Have you ever cried yourself to sleep?
Yes.
9. Have you ever regretted being in a relationship with someone?
Just the ones I've been in relationships with.
10. Have you ever acted like you understood something when you didn't have a clue?
Not exactly. I am just so confused and lack much of attention span at all, so I've done a lot of that, "I heard most of that and am hoping I am responding properly..." thing.
11. Have you ever thought soomeone must have been insane? If yes, tell us something about the person.
This one made me laugh out loud. Let's just say, my mother's fiance has schizophrenia and I have Bipolar Disorder. I've been in the psych ward twice, a psych hospital once, and I was in a partial hospitalization program for six months. I've known several people who I've thought were insane. Mostly, I was right.
12. Have you ever pretended to be younger than what you are?
No, I have always looked younger than I am (except for the last two years, maybe), and I fought to get people straight on things like my ability to go to R movies (seriously) and buying cigarettes for Mama & Don (They refused me two years ago.). I don't need to make it worse.
13. Back in the day, did you ever cry because you were turned down for a date?
I was a very reclusive person and never discussed dating with anyone, until I was in college. In addition, I am retarded in the area of flirting, so I never approached anyone else about going out.
14. Have you ever (or your significant other) had a pregnancy scare?
I've had a reproductive disease, since I was twelve; and it causes infertility. Then, I hired a hit on them; and they were burned. So, no.
15. Have you ever pretended to like someone when you didn't?
1. Which state do you consider to be the most boring state?
Maryland... because it is. Except, it might be better in Baltimore... maybe.
2. If any chef from the Food Network (or any well known chef) could cater your wedding, who would it be?
Alton Brown, of course. I don't know if he is used to making food for large groups (Ha! Large groups..), but I'd be willing to accept that to have Alton Brown at my wedding. :D
3. What's the last thing you ate that was red?
Strawberries at the cheap buffet.
4. Have you ever questioned the sexuality orientation of a close friend?
No, but I did of one of the guy's I used to date. I'm still not sure.
5. Everyone loses a friend after some big fight. Tell us about one.
No.
6. Have you ever washed an iPod or mp3 player in the washing machine?
No, and I've never done that to my phone either. The only thing I've ever left in my pockets were tissues and box cutters.
7. Have you ever screamed / yelled angrily at a boss?
Yes. It was a manic thing, but he completely deserved it. I would do it all over again. He was an idiot and his wife was a jerk, and they were both the boss; and they never knew what the other was doing. I quit the next day.
8. Have you ever cried yourself to sleep?
Yes.
9. Have you ever regretted being in a relationship with someone?
Just the ones I've been in relationships with.
10. Have you ever acted like you understood something when you didn't have a clue?
Not exactly. I am just so confused and lack much of attention span at all, so I've done a lot of that, "I heard most of that and am hoping I am responding properly..." thing.
11. Have you ever thought soomeone must have been insane? If yes, tell us something about the person.
This one made me laugh out loud. Let's just say, my mother's fiance has schizophrenia and I have Bipolar Disorder. I've been in the psych ward twice, a psych hospital once, and I was in a partial hospitalization program for six months. I've known several people who I've thought were insane. Mostly, I was right.
12. Have you ever pretended to be younger than what you are?
No, I have always looked younger than I am (except for the last two years, maybe), and I fought to get people straight on things like my ability to go to R movies (seriously) and buying cigarettes for Mama & Don (They refused me two years ago.). I don't need to make it worse.
13. Back in the day, did you ever cry because you were turned down for a date?
I was a very reclusive person and never discussed dating with anyone, until I was in college. In addition, I am retarded in the area of flirting, so I never approached anyone else about going out.
14. Have you ever (or your significant other) had a pregnancy scare?
I've had a reproductive disease, since I was twelve; and it causes infertility. Then, I hired a hit on them; and they were burned. So, no.
15. Have you ever pretended to like someone when you didn't?
The "It's All About Four Freakin' Things" Meme
Four Places I go:
1. The doctor's office.
2. The grocery store.
3. The therapist's office.
4. The movie theater (once a month)
Four Crushes I Have:
1. Andrew Eldritch
2. Cillian Murphy
3. Alton Brown
4. Ginko from "Mushi-shi"
Four Smells that I Love:
1. Sandalwood
2. Wood smoke
3. Freshly mowed grass
4. That autumn smell of falling leaves, the beginning of the cold winds, dried corn stalks, fall harvests, pumpkins on porches, and all of those kind of things.
Four Favorite TV Shows:
1. When I did my TV blog, I forgot all about one of my very favorite shows ever. How awesome is "Star Trek: Deep Space 9"? It was the only thing that I watched when I was working all those hours at Citibank.
2. "Chopped"
3. "The Big Bang Theory"
4. "Good Eats"
Four Favorite Movies:
1. "Howl's Moving Castle"
2. "Event Horizon"
3. "Red Eye"
4. "Batman Begins"
Four Recommendations:
1. The Sisters of Mercy
2. Feta Cheese
3. Neopets
4. DC Universe Online
Four People that I'd love to read their Fours:
1. Katharine (Did you do this one already?)
2. Tracy
3. Kelly
4. Amber
Four Things about me that you don't know:
Ummm.. I know I did this on the blog, but I'm going to try my best to find something new.
1. I have become so desensitized by watching horror films since I was four that I find it very hard to see anything in them as funny. For this reason, I really like television and movies that I find scary.
2. I don't get my identification renewed until the bank starts to refuse to take it anymore. I don't know why, but I find the whole thing very bothersome.
3. Several times in my life, we lost almost everything we owned, and as a result, I have to fight hoarding. I keep feeling like I should keep anything we might be able to use.
4. The first album (tape) I ever purchased on m own was Michael Jackson's "Thriller".
Four bands that I love:
1. The Sisters of Mercy
2. Creature Feature
3. Cruxsadows
4. The Damned
1. The doctor's office.
2. The grocery store.
3. The therapist's office.
4. The movie theater (once a month)
Four Crushes I Have:
1. Andrew Eldritch
2. Cillian Murphy
3. Alton Brown
4. Ginko from "Mushi-shi"
Four Smells that I Love:
1. Sandalwood
2. Wood smoke
3. Freshly mowed grass
4. That autumn smell of falling leaves, the beginning of the cold winds, dried corn stalks, fall harvests, pumpkins on porches, and all of those kind of things.
Four Favorite TV Shows:
1. When I did my TV blog, I forgot all about one of my very favorite shows ever. How awesome is "Star Trek: Deep Space 9"? It was the only thing that I watched when I was working all those hours at Citibank.
2. "Chopped"
3. "The Big Bang Theory"
4. "Good Eats"
Four Favorite Movies:
1. "Howl's Moving Castle"
2. "Event Horizon"
3. "Red Eye"
4. "Batman Begins"
Four Recommendations:
1. The Sisters of Mercy
2. Feta Cheese
3. Neopets
4. DC Universe Online
Four People that I'd love to read their Fours:
1. Katharine (Did you do this one already?)
2. Tracy
3. Kelly
4. Amber
Four Things about me that you don't know:
Ummm.. I know I did this on the blog, but I'm going to try my best to find something new.
1. I have become so desensitized by watching horror films since I was four that I find it very hard to see anything in them as funny. For this reason, I really like television and movies that I find scary.
2. I don't get my identification renewed until the bank starts to refuse to take it anymore. I don't know why, but I find the whole thing very bothersome.
3. Several times in my life, we lost almost everything we owned, and as a result, I have to fight hoarding. I keep feeling like I should keep anything we might be able to use.
4. The first album (tape) I ever purchased on m own was Michael Jackson's "Thriller".
Four bands that I love:
1. The Sisters of Mercy
2. Creature Feature
3. Cruxsadows
4. The Damned
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