Friday Five
You're stranded on an island.
Not a completely desolate island. More along the lines that the boat delivering supplies only comes once every six months and will never, ever take you home. Decide what you'll bring!
One celebrity: George Clooney
Two books: The Bible and an unabridged dictionary (I love words!)
Three edibles: chocolate, pizza and nuts
Four films: When Harry Met Sally, Independence Day, The Sound of Music and St. Elmo's Fire
Five music albums: Captain Fantastic & the Brown Dirt Cowboy, The Stranger, Fleetwood Mac's Rumors and Dashboard Confessional Unplugged
Friday, July 30, 2004
Thursday, July 29, 2004
Sorry, Kellogg's
I'm on a low-carb diet & I don't miss cereal. When I am in the mood for it, however, I'll go for Atkins Morning Start, which has an average of 4 net carbs, as opposed to your new Special K with 9 net carbs. So, I'll give you points for trying but please try harder. Now, if you made low-carb Froot Loops that would be a different story. I will be looking for the Chips Ahoy & Eggos though. Good job on that!
I'm on a low-carb diet & I don't miss cereal. When I am in the mood for it, however, I'll go for Atkins Morning Start, which has an average of 4 net carbs, as opposed to your new Special K with 9 net carbs. So, I'll give you points for trying but please try harder. Now, if you made low-carb Froot Loops that would be a different story. I will be looking for the Chips Ahoy & Eggos though. Good job on that!
Thinking Cap Thursday
Week 4 Questions
- Summer Nites - Look at me I'm Sandra Dee - Beauty School Dropout :: Songs from the movie Grease
- Edgar - Milton - Dwight :: can't get this one
- Splash - Stripes - Spaceballs :: Bill Murrary movies
- Jazz - Heat - Magic :: basketball teams
- Breast - Side - Back :: swimming strokes
- John Denver - Tony Orlando - River Phoenix :: At first I thought this one was tough & after I got it I want to slap myself for not getting it sooner lol People with city names as last names
- Canon - Olympus - Minolta :: cameras
- Frankincese - Gold - Myrrh :: gifts the three wisemen gave the baby Jesus. (When we were kids, my cousin used to call the wisemen the wise guys lol)
- Dr Bombay - Serena - Tabitha :: Characters on Bewitched
- The Kelloggs Co. - The Keebler Co.- Santa Clause :: I'm not sure but, if Snap, Crackle & Pop are considered elves my answer is ... things with elves.
Hey! All you meme-aholics out there! Go visit angelbaby & get in on this. It's fun!!
Your Element — 28 July 2004
Earth, water, air and fire — the four elements of Greek philosophy. Which element do you feel most fuels your spirit? Why? Of course, astrology and other fields "assign" elements to people based on their birthdate or other criteria, but independent of what an expert or ancient chart might say, what does your heart say?
Compare your traits to those of your element, literal or perhaps metaphysical. In the classic sense, for example, earth is physical, water is emotion, air is intellect, and fire is instinct or intuition.
Interesting question. I'm a Virgo so Earth is supposed to be my element but I feel water fuels my spirit more. Whenever I'm around water, especially the ocean, I feel at peace but energized, if that makes sense. I get most of my inspiration when I'm around water of some kind ... even rain believe it or not. I sleep better when it's raining, too.
This site, in a nutshell, says Virgos are practical, realistic, down-to-earth, not easily side-tracked. That is so not me! It also says Water signs are dreamers, good-natured, introverted, quiet, contemplative ... Now that is me. Weird, huh?
question from here
Earth, water, air and fire — the four elements of Greek philosophy. Which element do you feel most fuels your spirit? Why? Of course, astrology and other fields "assign" elements to people based on their birthdate or other criteria, but independent of what an expert or ancient chart might say, what does your heart say?
Compare your traits to those of your element, literal or perhaps metaphysical. In the classic sense, for example, earth is physical, water is emotion, air is intellect, and fire is instinct or intuition.
Interesting question. I'm a Virgo so Earth is supposed to be my element but I feel water fuels my spirit more. Whenever I'm around water, especially the ocean, I feel at peace but energized, if that makes sense. I get most of my inspiration when I'm around water of some kind ... even rain believe it or not. I sleep better when it's raining, too.
This site, in a nutshell, says Virgos are practical, realistic, down-to-earth, not easily side-tracked. That is so not me! It also says Water signs are dreamers, good-natured, introverted, quiet, contemplative ... Now that is me. Weird, huh?
question from here
Theater Thursday
Week 11 - My Life.
This week the topic is YOU. (Funny you should ask. GSG & I have actually discussed this ... not in terms of a movie about my/his life but if my book should ever be made into a movie. The main characters are loosely based on him & me.)
1) If there was a movie to be made about your life, what actor/actress would portray you?
Sandra Bullock.
2) What actor/actress would portray your love interest? Your best friend?
I think George Clooney but he thinks it should be Brad Pitt. If that was the case, change answer #1 to Jennifer Aniston. My best friend, huh? That's a tough one. Hugh Jackman maybe?
3) What would be the title of your film?
Chasing Dreams. Why? One of Jim Kelly's mottos is "There's nothing wrong with chasing dreams -- you might catch one." Ever since I heard him say that about 15 years ago I've had it taped on my desk right above my computer monitor. Every time I thought my dream of getting published would never happened, I looked at that and felt inspired again. Well, almost every time. But my dream did come true. I hope the others will as well.
Bonus) What moment of your life would be the highlight of this film?
The day I found out my book was going to be published.
Week 11 - My Life.
This week the topic is YOU. (Funny you should ask. GSG & I have actually discussed this ... not in terms of a movie about my/his life but if my book should ever be made into a movie. The main characters are loosely based on him & me.)
1) If there was a movie to be made about your life, what actor/actress would portray you?
Sandra Bullock.
2) What actor/actress would portray your love interest? Your best friend?
I think George Clooney but he thinks it should be Brad Pitt. If that was the case, change answer #1 to Jennifer Aniston. My best friend, huh? That's a tough one. Hugh Jackman maybe?
3) What would be the title of your film?
Chasing Dreams. Why? One of Jim Kelly's mottos is "There's nothing wrong with chasing dreams -- you might catch one." Ever since I heard him say that about 15 years ago I've had it taped on my desk right above my computer monitor. Every time I thought my dream of getting published would never happened, I looked at that and felt inspired again. Well, almost every time. But my dream did come true. I hope the others will as well.
Bonus) What moment of your life would be the highlight of this film?
The day I found out my book was going to be published.
Wednesday, July 28, 2004
How could I have forgotten this????
Years ago when I worked nights at a restaurant, then later at a mini mart, after I got home & I was relaxing my phone would make a little noise. It couldn't even be considered a ring. Just a beep or blip or mini-ring, I guess. It drove me crazy for years. I couldn't figure out what it was. Then, when I started doing research into the 1111 I learned that this phone thing happens to lots of people everyday all around the world. I told someone about it & theorized that the sound happened at 1:11 or a time with a double digit. Tonight when I got home I was just sitting next to the phone & it made that noise. First time I'd heard it in years. I looked at the clock. 12:22. Yet another sign for me! I'm so excited about this. Now if I could just go with the flow & do what I'm supposed to do.
Years ago when I worked nights at a restaurant, then later at a mini mart, after I got home & I was relaxing my phone would make a little noise. It couldn't even be considered a ring. Just a beep or blip or mini-ring, I guess. It drove me crazy for years. I couldn't figure out what it was. Then, when I started doing research into the 1111 I learned that this phone thing happens to lots of people everyday all around the world. I told someone about it & theorized that the sound happened at 1:11 or a time with a double digit. Tonight when I got home I was just sitting next to the phone & it made that noise. First time I'd heard it in years. I looked at the clock. 12:22. Yet another sign for me! I'm so excited about this. Now if I could just go with the flow & do what I'm supposed to do.
Wednesday Matinee
1. What's your favorite suspense movie?
It's a toss-up between The Sixth Sense & The Usual Suspects.
2. Do you lose sleep on good horror / suspense movies?
No. But sometimes I lose sleep over a good romance. Weird, huh?
3. Would you make a pact with the devil to save yourself or those you love?
Sorry to those I love but, no. I think I'm too selfish for that. I said that now but I might change my mind depending on the situation.
Wednesday Mind Hump
Happy
Affectionate
Mellow
Bright
Understanding
Respectable
Generous
Erotic
Romantic
01. You have opened a fast food joint that features YOUR favorite food prepared in many different forms. What would the name of your joint be? List several things that would be on the menu.
The Pizza Place (I know I can do better than that, but it's 1:36 a.m. lol)
taco pizza
chicken alfredo pizza
barbecued chicken pizza
extra cheese pizza where you really get extra cheese
02. You are holding a public auction for all your belongings ... what is the oddest or silliest item that would be on the auction block?
I would say a paper weight that's a rock with tiny stones glued onto it & the stones have faces on them and there's a popsicle stick thingy on top that says "rock concert." Very silly, but it has sentimental value.
03. If you could buy "instant anything" what would it produce when you just add water?
Money!!!
04. If it were possible to miniaturize any sort of environment and keep it in an aquarium-like enclosure, what type of environment would it be and what sort of creatures would you keep in it?
A beach on the Pacific Ocean. The creatures in it would be me & a few of my favorite guys ;)
05. If you were offered a "Get Out of Jail Free" type of card today (i.e. magically fix something, get out of doing something, etc...) what would the card be for?
Magically fix something? How 'bout my entire life? lol Well, not my entire life. I'll just say my love life. That could definitely use some fixin'.
1. What's your favorite suspense movie?
It's a toss-up between The Sixth Sense & The Usual Suspects.
2. Do you lose sleep on good horror / suspense movies?
No. But sometimes I lose sleep over a good romance. Weird, huh?
3. Would you make a pact with the devil to save yourself or those you love?
Sorry to those I love but, no. I think I'm too selfish for that. I said that now but I might change my mind depending on the situation.
Wednesday Mind Hump
Happy
Affectionate
Mellow
Bright
Understanding
Respectable
Generous
Erotic
Romantic
01. You have opened a fast food joint that features YOUR favorite food prepared in many different forms. What would the name of your joint be? List several things that would be on the menu.
The Pizza Place (I know I can do better than that, but it's 1:36 a.m. lol)
taco pizza
chicken alfredo pizza
barbecued chicken pizza
extra cheese pizza where you really get extra cheese
02. You are holding a public auction for all your belongings ... what is the oddest or silliest item that would be on the auction block?
I would say a paper weight that's a rock with tiny stones glued onto it & the stones have faces on them and there's a popsicle stick thingy on top that says "rock concert." Very silly, but it has sentimental value.
03. If you could buy "instant anything" what would it produce when you just add water?
Money!!!
04. If it were possible to miniaturize any sort of environment and keep it in an aquarium-like enclosure, what type of environment would it be and what sort of creatures would you keep in it?
A beach on the Pacific Ocean. The creatures in it would be me & a few of my favorite guys ;)
05. If you were offered a "Get Out of Jail Free" type of card today (i.e. magically fix something, get out of doing something, etc...) what would the card be for?
Magically fix something? How 'bout my entire life? lol Well, not my entire life. I'll just say my love life. That could definitely use some fixin'.
Tuesday, July 27, 2004
TV Tuesday
This week it's about you and what you remember about TV!! :)
1. What's your fondest memory of something on TV?
There are so many! But since this week is the Democratic National Convention, I'll say it's when John F. Kennedy Jr. spoke at the convention. It's more poignant now that he's gone.
2. What's the first show you remember watching regularly?
Captain Kangaroo
3. What is the (pick one: stupidest, saddest, silliest, most disgusting..) thing you've ever seen on TV?
The most disgusting would have to be when the contestants on Fear Factor ate buffalo balls. Ewwwwwwwww!!!!!!
~Bonus~ (From the hubby! LOL) What's the best series finale you remember?
Again, there are so many. Friends was good, but I may just being saying that because it just happened. The Bob Newhart "dream" one was good. Wait! I just thought of it! The Mary Tyler Moore Show.
This week it's about you and what you remember about TV!! :)
1. What's your fondest memory of something on TV?
There are so many! But since this week is the Democratic National Convention, I'll say it's when John F. Kennedy Jr. spoke at the convention. It's more poignant now that he's gone.
2. What's the first show you remember watching regularly?
Captain Kangaroo
3. What is the (pick one: stupidest, saddest, silliest, most disgusting..) thing you've ever seen on TV?
The most disgusting would have to be when the contestants on Fear Factor ate buffalo balls. Ewwwwwwwww!!!!!!
~Bonus~ (From the hubby! LOL) What's the best series finale you remember?
Again, there are so many. Friends was good, but I may just being saying that because it just happened. The Bob Newhart "dream" one was good. Wait! I just thought of it! The Mary Tyler Moore Show.
Today's Numbers
When I took my walk today I also took an opportunity to talk to my angels and ask for advice about a certain situation. The double digits were everywhere, which means they were giving me a sign. But I said "Listen, I'm not good with numbers and I don't know what they all mean yet, so could you give me a non-number sign?" When I got to the turnaround point in my walk I almost went one way to get back home, but was pulled in another direction. As I walked by a parking lot, I looked down and saw this on the front of a car: "God is in Control" with a picture of an angel. So I ran that around in my head for a while and tried to figure out exactly what that means to me. When I thought I figured it out, I said "Is that it?" The next car that drove by had 111 in the license plate. According to this site that means "the universe has just taken a snapshot of your thoughts and is manifesting them into form." The next car's license plate had double 77s. "The angels applaud you…congratulations, you’re on a roll! Keep up the good work and know your wish is coming true." The next license plate was 55s. "A major life change is upon you. This change should not be viewed as being "positive" or "negative," since all change is but a natural part of life’s flow. Perhaps this change is an answer to your prayers, so continue seeing and feeling yourself being at peace." The predominant number of the day seems to be 9. "Completion. This is the end of a big phase in your personal or global life. Also, it is a message to lightworkers involved in Earth healing and means, “Get to work because Mother Earth needs you right now.” "
So, here's what I'm taking this to mean: What I want is going to happen, but I shouldn't obsess over it. Let it happen in God's time, not my time. I also need to get back to be happy and spreading the light around because that's my "job" in the universe.
As I just finished typing the last sentence I looked at the clock. 1:22. Twos mean: Our newly planted ideas are beginning to grow into reality. Keep watering and nurturing them, and soon they will push through the soil so you can see evidence of your manifestation. In other words, don’t quit five minutes before the miracle. Your manifestation is soon going to be evident to you, so keep up the good work! Keep holding positive thoughts, keep affirming, and continue visualizing.
Yep, I think I'm right. I feel better already :)
When I took my walk today I also took an opportunity to talk to my angels and ask for advice about a certain situation. The double digits were everywhere, which means they were giving me a sign. But I said "Listen, I'm not good with numbers and I don't know what they all mean yet, so could you give me a non-number sign?" When I got to the turnaround point in my walk I almost went one way to get back home, but was pulled in another direction. As I walked by a parking lot, I looked down and saw this on the front of a car: "God is in Control" with a picture of an angel. So I ran that around in my head for a while and tried to figure out exactly what that means to me. When I thought I figured it out, I said "Is that it?" The next car that drove by had 111 in the license plate. According to this site that means "the universe has just taken a snapshot of your thoughts and is manifesting them into form." The next car's license plate had double 77s. "The angels applaud you…congratulations, you’re on a roll! Keep up the good work and know your wish is coming true." The next license plate was 55s. "A major life change is upon you. This change should not be viewed as being "positive" or "negative," since all change is but a natural part of life’s flow. Perhaps this change is an answer to your prayers, so continue seeing and feeling yourself being at peace." The predominant number of the day seems to be 9. "Completion. This is the end of a big phase in your personal or global life. Also, it is a message to lightworkers involved in Earth healing and means, “Get to work because Mother Earth needs you right now.” "
So, here's what I'm taking this to mean: What I want is going to happen, but I shouldn't obsess over it. Let it happen in God's time, not my time. I also need to get back to be happy and spreading the light around because that's my "job" in the universe.
As I just finished typing the last sentence I looked at the clock. 1:22. Twos mean: Our newly planted ideas are beginning to grow into reality. Keep watering and nurturing them, and soon they will push through the soil so you can see evidence of your manifestation. In other words, don’t quit five minutes before the miracle. Your manifestation is soon going to be evident to you, so keep up the good work! Keep holding positive thoughts, keep affirming, and continue visualizing.
Yep, I think I'm right. I feel better already :)