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1. From "Men Are Dumb ....": If you had a theme song that played whenever you walked into a room full of people, what would it be?
 I can't think of a single thing...well at least not that I want to share here.

2. From Pam of "Alert And Oriented x 4": Which of your shoes are your absolute favorite, and which are of the object of your most painful shoe-buyer's remorse?
My Croc Mary Janes.  Uglier than all get out, but oh so comfortable.  lol

3. From Susanne of "Living to Tell the Story": Tell about your favorite birthday celebration that you've personally experienced.
Now that I'm over 50 they are all special, because I'm just glad to still be alive.

4. From Lori of "Just me and My Life": If you were a flavor of ice cream, which would you be?
Rocky Road, because it has nuts and I'm pretty nutty and because it has marshmallow and sometimes I'm sweet (don't ask my kids) and it has chocolate ice cream and that's just my favorite.

5. Cindy Swanson of "Notes in the Key of Life" asks: Have you ever had a crush on a movie star? Who was it, and are you still crushing?
I wouldn't say I've ever had a crush on him, but it sure doesn't hurt my feelings to spend 2 hours looking at Pierce Brosnan in a movie. And since hubby loves James Bond movies, it's all good.  We're both happy!  hahaha

6. Jill from "Jill Boyd's Place" inquires: Glasses or braces--if you had to wear one, which would it be?
Glasses

7. Nel from "Fasteneau Facts" asks: If you could live anywhere in the world, where would it be?
Where I live right now but I'd want a vacation home near the ocean!

8. Thena from "Patiently Waiting" wants to know: If money were no obstacle, what would be the perfect birthday gift to receive?
A two week all expenses paid trip to Disney World!

9. From "Life Through Bifocals," LynnMarie asks: What is your favorite birthday meal?
Steak and Baked Potato from Outback or Shrimp and Baked Potato from Red Lobster

10. Debby at "Just Breathe" checks in with: Do you still send hand-written thank you notes?
Yes I do.

11. Linda from "Mocha with Linda" poses this question: What is something you've done that you never thought you'd do?
Lead a woman's Bible Study Group.

12. Jewel, my homegirl from Indiana who writes at "Musings from the World of Jewel," is very insistent that we answer this: Mount Rushmore honors four US Presidents: Washington, Jefferson, Lincoln, and Roosevelt. If you could add any person to Mount Rushmore, who would you add and why?
Ronald Reagan - because I think he was a great president too.

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1. Do you believe, somewhere deep inside, that blondes do indeed have more fun? That they are "dumber" than brunettes or redheads? Be honest!
Well, I've always been considered blond (especially when I use a little Sun-In or bleach) and I know I have plenty of fun and I'm certainly no dumber than the next person.  But no I really don't believe either is true.
2. Which animal would you most like to observe in its wild habitat?
I don't know, but whatever it is it needs to be in a warm tropical climate.

3. This week the U.N. announced that Dr. Mazlan Othman has been appointed the official "Alien Ambassador," should any extraterrestrials contact us. Have you, or has anyone you know, ever seen a UFO?
Well, I've seen some things flying, that I couldn't identify, but no I don't think I've seen alien craft of any kind.

4. Name your favorite Hitchcock film.
"The Man Who Knew Too Much" with Doris Day and Jimmy Stewart

5. Would you rather spend time at the library, the mall, a craft store or home?
Home or the library

6. Which Disney princess is your favorite? (Or Disney character, if you are a guy)
Probably Ariel.  I know it's my oldest girl's favorite, but I kinda like her too.

7. What kind of art is your favorite?
My daughter's art.  Check her art blog link in my sidebar.

8. How do you feel about viral videos, that is, videos made by amateurs that end up on Youtube receiving thousands of hits?
No real feeling either way.  If someone wants to make one and someone wants to watch it, more power to them, I guess.

9. Where do you buy your jeans?
My favorite jeans were given to me by my cousin, but usually I buy jeans at Walmart or Kohl's.

10. Tell me about your first automobile accident.
I've never had one (well at least not one I had to report to the police).

11. Have you ever been honest when you knew you would benefit more if you would be dishonest?
I try to always be honest (well, except for the weight on my driver's license.  I always tell them that's close enough).

12. If you were appointed "Ambassador to Aliens," what would you show and tell first about life on Earth? What would be the most difficult thing to explain?
I have absolutely no idea on this one.  I'll be curious to see what everyone else writes.

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1. Have you, or has someone close to you, ever won an award for anything?
My daughter has won awards for her art work and both girls have won trophies for playing basketball and volleyball.

2. Who is the nearest relative to you who has served in the US Military?
My father-in-law, some uncles and cousins, etc.

3. Share something that stirs the patriotic spirit in you.
Seeing our flag flying against a blue, blue sky.

4. Where are you in the birth order in your family? Do you think your "placement" made a difference in your personality?
I'm a middle child.  I have an older brother and sister and a younger brother and sister.  It probably made a difference, but I wouldn't change a thing.  I like being the middle child.

5. Name one trait you hope you carry that was evidenced in your parents or grandparents.
Unfailing love.

6. If female, do you prefer wearing a skirt or pants? If male, shirt and tie or polo?
Pants.  I haven't work a dress or skirt in years.

7. Approximately how many times do you wake during the night? What do you do to go back to sleep?
3-4.  Usually I pray until I fall asleep.

8. Share a favorite movie quote.

Just keep swimming... by Dory of Finding Nemo.  After all, I feel some days in this life that's just what we have to do, just keep swimming...and trusting the Lord.



9. What is your favorite Fall candle scent?
Cinnamon apple

10. What is one Fall activity you're looking forward to?
Looking at the beautiful fall colors of the changing leaves.

11. Tell us about a pleasant surprise that happened to you recently.
The story of God delighting me with his glory.  If you want to read it, click here.

12. What was it like when you first met your in-laws-to-be?
I met them before my hubby and I started dating.  My husband was the choir director at church when I joined the choir and both of his parents were in the choir.  It was probably a year or more before we started dating.  I think when he asked me out the first time, his mom was almost as excited as I was.  lol  I have the most wonderful in-laws in the world.  So sorry for the rest of you.  hahaha

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1. Do you do garage sales? If so, tell me about one great find. If not, tell me why not.
Yes, mostly for books. 

2. Name the last thing you fixed.
I can't think of anything right off hand.

3. Name your A) Favorite item of makeup OR B) Favorite tool

4. Which room in your home needs organizing more than any other?
My kitchen

5. Which room could use re-decorating?
Main Bathroom

6. Share something unique about your town.
Our town has the oldest constantly running inn in the state of Ohio. 

7. If you could send a one-sentence message to your great-grandchild, what would it be?
Serve the Lord with all your heart, mind and strength.

8. Do you Facebook?
yes (check by sidebar and friend up with me if you want.)

9. Describe your favorite shoes.
Black MaryJane Crocs.  Ugly, but oh so comfortable

10. Do you listen to more talk radio or more music radio? What kind of station is it?
Music - Klove

11. How far would you travel for a really good (favorite) meal?
I've been know to drive an hour or so, but I'm usually doing something else there too.

12. If you were totally honest with yourself (and us) what should you probably be doing right now instead of blogging?
working (time for lunch break to be over, so I'm ending this now.)

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1. Describe the best sandwich in the world, according to you.
Blue Ash Chili makes the best sandwich ever.  It's a roast beef and ham double decker.  The layers of meet are about 2 inches think of the best tasting beef and ham then with tomato and mayo. It is so thick you can't even get your mouth around it.  lol  We used to order these and eat half for lunch and then eat the other half for dinner. Awesome!!!

2. Which inspires you more: a good conversation, a song, a book or movie?
I guess it all depends on what the song, book or movie is or who the conversation is with.  But I think probably a song, although I love good conversation and a good book and movie, but music is probably the most inspiring.

3. What is your favorite board game?
Scrabble

4. As you grow older, are you more or less patient with small children?
Definitely less...although I hope that will change if I ever have grandchildren (Not for several years yet, please girls! lol)

5. Name one item you never let yourself run out of.
I don't know.  One thing I hate to run out of though is milk, but it does happen.  Not that I even drink milk everyday, but when I want it, I want it.

6. Do you agree with Tennyson's assertion, "'Tis better to have loved and lost than never to have loved at all?"
I'm sure it's probably true, but losing love really hurts, but I can't imagine never having loved.

7. Name one national treasure or monument that you have visited.
Lincoln's monument is my most favorite.  Here's a picture I took when I was there 4 years ago with my daughters school trip.  I just want to climb up in his lap for some reason.  lol

8. Which is more painful, to be disappointed in someone else or to be disappointed in yourself?
Wow you have some hard questions.  Probably being disappointed in myself.

9. What makes your kitchen uniquely yours?
I'm not sure it is uniquely mine.  Hubby actually cooks more than I do.

10. Are you a crafty person?
Sometimes.  I do crocheting, scrapbooking, photography, etc.

11. What is your favorite traditional picnic or bbq (cookout) food?
hotdogs

12. Name one leisurely activity you enjoyed over Labor Day Weekend.
Reading.

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1. What insect are you most afraid of? Feel free to post a picture.
I hate spiders of any kind!!!!!
2. What is the greenest/most organic thing about you or that you do?
I do some recycling, but not as much as I should.
3. Tell me about a recurring dream that haunts you.
I've always had dreams about running to catch the bus or getting through most of the school year and now all of a sudden not knowing where my locker is or how to get into it.  And I've been out of school for 35 years.  What's that all about?!?
4. Have you ever missed a flight? What were the circumstances?
No.  I've only ever flown a couple of times though.
5. What do you consider your best feature?
I don't know...maybe my eyes?
6. What was the last concert you went to?
 My daughter's school spring concert.
7. Describe the most embarrassing church moment you ever experienced.
Really, I try to forget those kinds of things.  Probably when I've made a really bad mess up on the piano, which unfortunately does happen from time to time.
8. Are you a whistler, hummer or singer?
singer.  I love to sing in the car by myself or when everyone has fallen asleep on a trip and I'm driving and trying to stay awake.  
9. George Washington Carver said, "I love to think of nature as an unlimited broadcasting station, through which God speaks to us every hour, if we will only tune in." What is God saying to you through nature today, or this very minute?
I got to see the ocean the other day and it almost always makes me think of the awesomeness of God and today we're leaving Florida and heading to Pigeon Forge so I'll be in the mountains!  Another place to think about the vastness of God!!

10. On September, 1, 1752, the Liberty Bell arrived in Philadelphia. What memorable event will take place in your life on September 1, 2010?
I'll be leaving my 18 year old at college and heading back home almost 1000 miles away.  I'll probably never forget this day!
11. Taco Bell or the Liberty Bell? (You must choose.)
I love them both.  If I have to choose, then the Liberty Bell!!
12. Do you believe men and women can have purely platonic friendships?
Yes, I do.

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1. What is your favorite fair/carnival food?
Funnel Cake
2. Are you holding onto something you need to let go of?
Some extra pounds
3. What is your favorite gift to receive?
A good book
4. When was the last time you tried something new?
I'm not sure. I'm kind of a creature of habit I think.
5. What is your favorite and least favorite book genre?

Memoir, Mystery, Political Intrigue, Romance, Humor, Historical Fiction, Historical nonfiction, Chick Lit, Self-Help, Other
Christian Fiction is my favorite.  Least favorite is a textbook. 
6.Silver or Gold?
Gold but either is fine.
7. What makes you sigh?

Seeing my hubby and girls succeed at something they try.
8. If you didn't know how old you are, how old would you claim you are?
40
9. Would you break a law to save a loved one? To protect a loved one?
If you mean like a traffic law...such as speed or run a red light to get them to a hospital, then yes.
10. If you had to teach something, what would it be?
piano
11. You're having lunch with 3 people whom you respect and admire. They begin to criticize a close friend of yours, not knowing she is your friend. What do you do?
I'd probably try to defend my friend in a nice way.
12. Which of the 5 Love Languages is your prominent means of experiencing love?
Quality Time
Physical Touch
Acts of Service
Gifts
Words of Affirmation
Quality time and Words of Affirmation were my 2 most prominent.
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1. Would you rather host party or simply attend a party?
I'm not big on parties either way, but probably attend.  Means I don't have to clean my house first. lol

2. Tell us about the most memorable party you've been to.
As I said in #1 I'm not big on parties...but my favorites would probably be the family reunion type parties.  I do really enjoy those.  I love family.

3. What is one thing you hope for in the after-life?
To sit down and talk with Jesus and then find all my family and talk with them and I want to spend some time singing in the heavenly choir.  I know that's more than one thing, but come on it's for eternity!!!

4. What do you enjoy most about sunshine?
It's brightness and the beautiful blue sky that goes with it.

5. When you attend a bridal/baby shower, do you prefer to bring your own gift or chip in with others to buy a larger gift?
Bring my own.

6. Would you rather have a FREE week of having your house cleaned or all of your meals cooked for you and your family?
House cleaned (see #1)

7. What song describes your mood today?
"My Redeemer Lives"  Because when I remember that, no matter how I'm feeling, I know I'm blessed!



8. What is something you received for your own bridal shower/wedding that you still own or use? (If you are not married, feel free to sub a gift you received a long time ago.)
I still use several of the casserole dishes we received and I even have some decorator towels still (but I don't use them).


9. Your favorite flavor of ice cream is?
Twisted Turtle from UDF (I think I mentioned this a few weeks ago).  It's chocolate ice cream with pecans!  Yummy!  Okay, now you did it.  Guess I'll be stopping at UDF on the way home from church tonight.  There goes any thought of dieting today!  lol

10. When was the last time you felt "tested?"
Going through a time of testing right now and have been for a couple months or so.  Not fun, but it does help me to get closer to the Lord.

11. "[Fill in the blank] is a food that once I start eating I find really hard to stop."
Mashed Potatoes

12. "-----" is the best motivation.
Love

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1. What is one really fast, know-by-heart "go-to" meal to fix in a pinch?

Something we call "Schlop"  It's browned hamburger, macaroni and cheese, cream of mushroom soup, cream of chicken soup, and sour cream.   Yummy!  We love it here and it's very easy and very filling and I'm sure very fattening.  lol

2. What is one item you won't leave home without. (Purse and license do not count.)

My cell phone.  Even though I really don't use it that much, it's just a comfort to have in case I need it for something.

3. Where is one place you never tire of visiting?

Disney World, of course! 

4. Share one factoid of your family's history.

My great grandmother was a bride, a widow and a mother all in 1 year.

5. Complete this sentence: "Once upon a time I ...."

said I would never marry a preacher.  I guess God had other plans.

6. If you could win a one year's supply of anything, what would it be?

Gasoline - so I could travel as much as I wanted.

7. "One quirky thing you may not know about me is ...."

I can't dance, not even a little bit, but I really wish I could.

8. You have one dollar in your pocket. What will you buy?

A candy bar

9. "One thing that always makes me laugh is ...."

Puppies and Children rolling around on the floor together.

10. What is one thing you could do today to help yourself reach a personal goal?

Take a walk

11. What is one thing you could do today to bless someone else?

Be kind and patient

12. What is one thing you're looking forward to soon?
My daughters' graduation.  Actually one is graduating 8th grade and the other is graduating high school.  I'm proud of them both!

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1. Please share one memory of your high school graduation. Pics would be great!
It was in 1975 and the ceremony was on our school's football field.  
2. What is one "emergency use" item you keep in your vehicle at all times?
I really don't unless you consider pain relievers or antacids
3. In your region, do you celebrate graduation open houses? Addendum: (If so,) how many open houses/bridal showers/weddings are on your upcoming events calendar?
No, but we'll be having a graduation party for our daughter this year.
4. Tell me one truth you believe about motherhood.
It's really hard.
5. What was the last thing you broke?
A fingernail.
6. On average, how many pieces of junk mail do you receive daily?
At work or at home?...Probably about 3 or 4 at home
7. Do you like to shop by catalog?
Not really.
8. Is lawn maintenance at your house a "his job," a "her job" or "his/her job" or "that's why we have teenagers" job?
For mowing it's a teenager's job. Isn't that why God made teenagers?
9. Which room would you like to redecorate in your home?
My bedroom.
10. Do you read a newspaper regularly, or do you read most of your news on line?
Online
11. Do you believe everything happens for a reason?
Yes, I think so.  I sure don't believe in just happenstance. Although we may never understand or know the reason.
12. Are you more worried about doing things right, or doing the right things?
I think they are both important.

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1. What was the last thing about which you procrastinated?
Preparing my Sunday School lesson on Sunday

2. How long does it take you to fall asleep, and do you sleep through the night?
I usually fall asleep pretty fast.  I seldom sleep through the night without waking up at least once or twice.

3. Which decade would you choose to exemplify your favorite fashion styles?
At the time I was living in them I thought all of them were cool.  Now that I look back at pictures, I can't say the same.  I really don't have a preference.  I just want to look decent and feel comfortable.  Yes, I know this answer is a cop-out.

4. What is your personal best dish to feed a crowd?
Lasagna

5. Are you an impulse shopper? What was the last thing you bought on impulse?
Yes, sometimes.  My iPod Touch, sort of.

6. What is one wish you have for your own funeral?
A closed casket.  I don't want to be remembered dead.

7. If it's true that joy is in found in the simple things in life, what does your joy look like today?
Relaxing in my home with my family.

8. What is your favorite type of bread?
dinner rolls

9. What trait do you fear developing the most? (Laziness, greediness, grumpiness, etc.)
Apathy

10. What trait would you like most to develop?
Joy

11. Which room in your house best reflects your personality? Why?
Bedroom - kinda messy, but relaxing.

12. How do you maintain balance in your life regarding, work, family, church, other organizations and activities, and blogging?
I don't always manage this.   If you'll notice, I've not been blogging as much lately.  I sometimes have to let some things go for awhile.  I'm learning more and more, that I have to make sure God has the most of my thoughts so the other things in my life don't become little gods to me.  I must keep the main thing (God), the main thing!

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1. Have you ever been so lost that you were really afraid?

Yes. My daughter's 8th grade class went to Washington DC and I went along as a driver.  I had a van full of the girls and no adult and no maps or GPS.  What was I thinking.  Anyway after a day in Washington DC we were heading back to the hotel and I had no idea how to get there.  All I could do was following the other vans.  I got separated at one point because someone cut me off.  Then we caught back up, but later they got a little ahead of us on the interstate.  I was the 3rd van in the line.  There was one more behind me.  Anyway, I made my daughter sit up front and help me watch the vans off in front of us.  Turns out we were watching the wrong van and they took off an exit (the right van) and we missed it.  Fortunately the father behind me followed me and we took off the next exit and stopped and talked.  I had no idea how to get to the hotel.  He thought he might so he took the lead and eventually got us back.  If he hadn't followed me, I don't know what would have happened.  I was terrified to say the least!  lol

2. Have you ever been to an island?

Yes. I've been to the Bahamas and too two of the Virgin Islands.

3. Are you more of a thinker or feeler?

Probably a thinker.

4. Do you tend to see issues or situations in life as black and white or shades of gray?

Depends on what it is. Probably more shades of gray.

5. If you were stuck on an island, what book would you hope to have with you (Let's pretend the Bible is already there, so you can't say that.)

"The Shack"

6. What are you most afraid of?

Spiders

7. Would you rather lose all of your old memories or never be able to make new ones?

Neither.

8. Pretend I'm looking at a scrapbook page about you. There are three spaces for you to drop in individual pictures. What are those pictures of, and why did you select them?

My wedding - because I love my man and I wouldn't trade being married to him for anything.

My kids - because I love them too.

My extended family

9. If you were re-doing your wedding, what would you do differently? (If you're single, tell me one thing you would do if you were planning a wedding OR huge party.)

I don't think I'd change a thing. It was perfect.

10. Tell me one thing you know/believe about forgiveness.

That God forgives me each and every time that I mess up when I come back and repent. Why? Because He loves me! He says so in His Word!

11. You're waiting in a doctor's office. What is your favorite way to pass that time?

I read a book or look at a magazine and I pray and talk to God.

12. If there were a clone of you in a parallel universe what is one way you hope she/he would be the same as you and one way you hope she/he would be better?

I would hope they love the Lord like I do.

I would hope they understood that God really loves them at a younger age than I did.

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1. Ever had any run-ins with the "library police?"

No run-ins, but I have had to pay my fair share of late book fees.

2. Do you have a special organizational plan and place for wrapping paper, gift bags, etc., or do you just purchase whatever you need as you give gifts?

I mostly purchase as I need, except I try to buy Christmas wrap after Christmas when it's on sale for the next year.  I buy my cards then too.  Except mostly I forget I have the cards and buy them again and then I find the ones I bought the previous year.  I have some put away that I bought a couple years ago and still haven't used them.

3. Have you ever been in (first-hand witness) a natural disaster?

We had a big tornado come through this area in 1974.  We were out on the farm a few miles away and we didn't have any problems, but a lot of our town was torn up.

4. What's your favorite Barry Manilow song?

Mandy or Copacabana.

5. What's the best costume you've ever worn?

I've never been much for costumes, but probably the best was when I dressed up as a really old woman.  Looked pretty realistic and that was before I was an old woman.  lol

6. Which do you use more often, the dictionary or the thesaurus?

Thesaurus

7. What's your favorite breakfast food?

Sausage, eggs and biscuits

8. Have you ever purchased anything from an infomercial?

No...well at least I haven't called and order it that way, but I have bought stuff that was in an infomercial, but I bought it in the store.  The one I use the most would be the Flo-bee hair cutting system.  Use that on hubby's hair all the time.

9. Have you ever crawled through a window?

Yes, hasn't everyone?

10. Do you believe in love at first sight?

No, I don't think so. 

11. How man pairs of jeans do you own?

2 or 3 that fit.  I don't know how many I have that don't fit though.

12. If someone were going to bake a cake to honor/represent you, what would it be? (Think creatively, like Duff and Crew on "Ace of Cakes.") 

I don't know...maybe a piano or a Disney Character or Cinderella's Castle.

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1. How do you feel about "Gladiator" sandals, also called "Roman" or "Jesus" sandals? A fashion yea or nay?
They're fine for others, but not for me.My legs are too short.

2. What is your favorite pizza?

Cheese, Ham, Olives & Mushrooms

3. There are plans in the works to sell roughly 1,000 items from Star Trek: The Experience in Las Vegas. This means you could buy Picard's chair for your family room. If not a Star Trek item, what prop, background, set, etc. from what TV or movie would you buy if you could?
[Ex: Hurley's "I Love my Shih tzu" shirt from LOST, the plantation home "Tara" from Gone With the Wind, or Tracy's tambourine from the Partridge Family.]

The Lake House from the movie of the same name.

4. Name a local food or restaurant that your area is famous for.

The Golden Lamb...Ohio's oldest continuously operated business.

5. What is your current favorite snack?

UDF Brand Twisted Turtle Ice Cream.   It's Chocolate Ice Cream with whole pecans mixed in.

6. Hypothetical: You are required to be a reality show contestant. Which show would you choose based on your probability of success? (You cannot choose "none.")

A. Dancing with the Stars
B. Biggest Loser
C. Survivor

Survivor - just because it's one of the few reality shows I actually watch.

7. On a scale of 1-10, with 1 being uninhabitable and 10 being cleanliness that meets the standards of OCD, how clean is your vehicle's interior?

5 on a good day

8. It doesn't feel like Spring until _________.

I see some flowers blooming.

9. Something that made you laugh really hard recently is ____.

The Domestic Fringe's Post on Snot. If you want a good laugh, go read it.

10. Tell me about a goal you're working toward.

To actually possess the fruit of the spirit and not just talk about it.

11. Share a thought-provoking or inspiring quote this week.

Saw this on Twitter on Tuesday..... Everyone says forgiveness is a lovely idea, until they have something to forgive-C.S.Lewis

12. Name one thing that you do as a parent that you absolutely know will make your kids happy. If you're not a parent, feel free to substitute "friend" or nomenclature that works for you.
Take them to Disney World every few years.  However, this was more when they were younger. Not sure they still want to go...but hubby and I do. 

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1. Define a great relationship.
When 2 people share in love, respect and friendship.  And the best relationship is when Christ is involved in both lives.

2. Why is it called a "drive-through" if you have to stop? (Real question: What was the last food/drink you purchased at a drive-through?)
Breakfast this morning at McDonalds.  A Sausage McGriddle and a chocolate milk.  I had just been to the doctor for my annual exam and felt I deserved to treat myself! lol

3. As I type this, the Butler Bulldogs are getting ready to play in the NCAA championship game. Every Hoosier is hysterical about this except me. So in honor of the Bulldogs ... what is your favorite breed of dog? (I tried.)

Dachshund and mutt (I have a mutt now)

4. If you had to move to a state besides the one you currently live in, where would you move?

Tennessee or North Carolina

5. If you could change anything about the way you were raised, what would it be?

I wouldn't change a thing.

6. Who's the funniest person you know?

My cousin, Barry (who is the artist in the previous post's video.)

7. Did you get enough sleep last night?
No, but I hope to make up for it tonight.

8. What's the first thing you thought about this morning?
I can't remember.

9. Grilled or Fried? --HONESTLY
Depends on what it is, but I really like grilled in most meats.

10. Are you afraid of the dark?
Sort of.  I just don't see that well in the dark and I hate not knowing what's out there that I can't see.

11.When you were a kid, what did you want to be when you grew up?
A mother

12. If you had one word to describe yourself , what would you choose?
Growing

Random Dozen

1. How do you feel about the marshmallow Easter Peeps?
I think they are really cute and I bought them for my kids when they were little, but I don't really like them.
2. Chickens are notoriously nervous creatures. When you are nervous, what is the best way to calm down?
Pray
3. People say, "April showers bring May flowers." Do you enjoy Spring rains?
When they are soft spring showers, yes.  Rainstorms...not so much.
4. When I was randomly flipping through TV channels this week, a show in which tattoo parlor employees received tattoos of a co-worker's face on their bodies. I can't imagine having a portrait of a colleague tattooed on me. But if someone forced you to receive a portrait tattoo (face only) of anyone, who would it be? Why?
My husband, because I love him and always will.
5. Would you rather have a tattoo (any kind) or a nose ring?
Neither, but if I had to do one, probably a nose ring, because I could take it out.
6. Do you have any special plans for Easter?
Just church for sure.  After that, who knows!
7. Cadbury Eggs or Reese Eggs?
Reese Eggs
8. What was the last thing/person you took a picture of?
I don't know.  I think an early morning sky.
9. What book are you reading now, or what was the last one?

Beautiful Things Happen When A Woman Trusts God by Sheila Walsh

10. What do you think is the most difficult task when it comes to Spring cleaning?
Cleaning up the yard.
11. How many pairs of flip-flops do you own?
Maybe about 3.  I'm not sure.
12. Which color makes you happiest?
Depends on what the color is on.  Maybe yellow.

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Random Dozen

Linda at Second Cup of Coffee is busy this week and so SouthLakesMom from I Didn't Know THAT! is hosting.


The theme is Spring . . . and any other random questions that crept in.

1. What is your favorite sign of Spring?
warmer weather and sunshine

2. Did you remember to spring forward on March 14? If not, how did it impact your day?
yes, we remembered. 

3. If soil, time, talent and climate were no problem, what vegetable would you plant in a garden this year?
tomatoes and green beans

4. If soil, time, talent and climate were no problem, what fruit would you plant?
strawberries

5. What is your least favorite insect?
spiders

6. March 22 was World Water Day. To celebrate, here are some water questions. Do you drink bottled water? If so, what brand?
sometimes I do.  
No particular brand.

7. Have you ever been somewhere that it was not safe to drink the local water? If so, how did you handle that?

I've been on a couple of cruises and when we were on the islands they told us not to drink the water or even have drinks with ice in them.  So we either drank bottled drinks or we waited until we were back on the ship.

8. How many glasses of water do you drink per day?
Depends.  Sometimes not any and sometimes 8 or so.

9. March 24 is the birthday of Harry Houdini. Have you ever watched a professional magic show? Share.
I have watched some, but for some reason, I really don't like magic shows very well.  I really don't know why.

10. Have you ever been a participant in a professional magic show (up on stage!)?
Nope

11. March 24 is also the birthday of Steve McQueen and Clyde Barrow. Do you like Westerns or gangster movies? If so, what is your favorite?
I don't much like gangster movies, but westerns are fine.  I love John Wayne.

12. (Really random) What U.S. state that you've never visited would you like to visit someday?
All of them.  lol  But I'd love to go to Alaska and Hawaii...and for some reason, I'd love to visit Texas.  Maybe because it seems so many of my blogging buddies are there.