Tuesday 4 Meme- Toiletries and Cosmetics

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1. What brand of shampoo do you think works best for you and what does it do for you?

I use Matrix Biolage.  I feel like it cleans my hair really well.  I use a lot of hair products in my curly hair, so I need a good shampoo to get them all out.  I love the way it smells too.

2. Do you have a favorite  brand and shade of lipstick and blush?

I do not wear lipstick, but for blush I wear Clinique Mocha Pink.

3. Is soap your favorite for face washing or do you use other products?  

I use Garnier Micellar Foaming Gel Cleaner or Purity by Philosophy...they both break up the make-up and make it wash off easier.

4. Do you have an all time favorite perfume or scent that you wear? If you don't wear perfumes, is there a scent that you love in general?

I do not wear perfumes.  I did when I was younger, but not any more.  When Josh was a baby he was allergic to perfumes, so I quit wearing it.  Sometimes I wear lotions, but it depends on my mood which one I wear.  I have lots of them from Bath & Body.

Sunday Stealing- Birthday Meme

Happy Birthday, Bev!!!!

Have you ever

1. Broken a bone?  no
2. Broken a window?  no
3. Been on TV?  yes, with my church choir many years ago.
4. Had a friend who shared the same birthday as you?  My hair dresser and a speech therapist I used to work with we all share the same birthday.
5. Locked your keys in the car?  Yes, when I was in college and at a bar.  UGH.  Fortunately one of my friends was there to help me.
6. Accidentally sent a text or email to the wrong person?  yes and it was bad.  You live and learn.
7. Sat in the back of a police car?  no
8. Fallen asleep at work?  no
9. Made a snow angel?  no, I don't think so.  Josh has though.

10. Ridden in an ambulance  yes

What is the...

11. Worst household chore  I hate dusting
12 .Worst colour  I like all of the colors
13. Worst pizza topping anchovies
14. Worst weather  hurricanes, we do not get them here, so they scare me.  We get tornados a lot and those are pretty awful too.  Someone said ice storms and I agree, those are devastating when we have had them.
15. Worst self-care job (e.g. dressing, washing, shaving, teeth, toe nails)  I hate taking my shower for the day, it takes so long.  I do love being clean though.
16. Worst game  Golf
17. Worst school subject  math
18. Worst animal  snake
19. Worst season uh, I love them all...Maybe I should say Winter.  I only love Winter when it is snowing.  We never get snow.  It was way too cold last week for me.
20. Worst TV show  Reality Shows

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20. Worst TV show

Saturday 9- Secret Valentine

 

Saturday 9: Secret Valentine (2008)

In honor of Valentine's Day. Unfamiliar with this week's tune? Hear it here.
 
1) The lyrics talk about a song that's so romantic it "turns out the lights." Are the lights on in the room you're in right now?  Yes, I am watching the news...well it is on and I am filling this out.

2) In the video, our heroine's Valentine's Day adventure begins with a note slipped into her pocket. What's in your pocket right now?  no pockets

3) This week's band, We the Kings, are proud sons of the state of Florida. Bradenton, to be exact. They even called one of their CDs Sunshine State of Mind. Have you ever been to Florida? If so, where have you visited?  I have been a few times.  I have been to Kissimmee and Orlando area when we went to Disney World, Tampa Bay and Cocoa Beach and I have been to Pensacola when we went on an adventure when we went to Alabama.  Just a short drive.

4) Lead singer Travis Clark has a pierced lip but doesn't always wear a lip ring. Do you have any piercings? If yes, are you wearing jewelry in your piercing(s) right now?  When I was in college I had my ears pierced 5 times...3 in one ear and two in the other.  My roommates all did this.  I have no other piercings.  I do not ever wear earrings anymore.  I did wear earrings for my nephew's wedding, but I was dressed up.  It is rare.

5) The band's name comes from a cheer they did when they attended Martha B. King High School. Have you attended your high school reunion?  no

6) Hearts are the symbol of Valentine's Day, so here's a little heart trivia: whales have largest heart of any animal. When we say a person is "big hearted," it means we think of them as generous. Think about the people in your life. Who would you describe as big hearted?  My co-worker Lori.  I have talked about her before.  She is an angel on Earth.

7) It's estimated that 9 million people buy Valentine's Day presents for their dogs and cats. Have you ever purchased a holiday gift for a pet?  I have in the past, I always buy them Santa Paws gifts, but I did not get anything special for Valentine's Day.  They have big birthdays too.  I made them Easter baskets one year too and they do egg hunts...you put the treats in a plastic egg and they find them.  Now we all know I have lost my mind.  Hahahaha

8) Valentines to teachers are also big sellers. Did you ever have a crush on one of your instructors?  no

9) With the popularity of e-cards, fewer Valentine messages are sent via the USPS. What's the most recent thing you dropped into a mailbox?  We are doing a post office unit at the preschool, so we mailed letters with the kids.

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Tuesday 4 Meme- Reading is Fundamental

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1.  Do you have some favorite books to share?(if you don't read, how about favorite TV programs or movies?)  The Woman in the Window-A.J. Finn, Big Little Lies- Liane Moriarty, Don't You Cry- Mary Kubica, The Secret to Hummingbird Cake-Celeste Fletcher McHale, The All Girl Filling Station's Last Reunion- Fannie Flagg.  I highly recommend all of these books, but they may not be your genre.

2.  When looking for  a book(or program) what things do you look for?  I like to check reviews on books.  If a book has really good reviews and if the synopsis sounds intersting to me and catches my attention, I will put it on my "to read" list.  I am rarely disappointed.  

3.  Does the cover of a book make a difference or help you choose?(or do trailers help you decide on a TV or movie program?)  not really.  I read a lot about what the book is about and how other people have liked it before I see the cover or even think about checking it out.

4.  What is your favorite genre of book, TV or movie? That is, is it science fiction, romance, mystery, true story, biography?   This is a little weird...ok, so I only found this out about myself over the summer, but my favorite genre to read is suspense or psychological thrillers.  However, I cannot watch the same genre in a movie.  It will give me nightmares.  I think it is the music.  The books do not bother me though and I love them.  You all know I love to watch Hallmark movies...same thing....I am not interested in reading a romance novel.  Isn't that weird?  I look at it as I am getting a little bit of every genre through books and movies combined.  I do enjoy lots of genres when reading, just not romance.  If you want to read a good romance though...Evvie Drake Starts Over is good!

Saturday 9- Two Divided by Love

 

Two Divided by Love (1971) Unfamiliar with this week's song? You can hear it here.

1) Sam's teacher told her she'd use math every day. What's the last math problem you solved? (Did you add to/subtract from the balance of your checkbook ... use division to figure out how much you'd save with 25% off that sweater ...)  Today I was figuring some percentages.

2) The lyrics tell us that if you take away the rain from a flower, the flower just won't grow. Do you have any indoor houseplants? Could they use a drink of water this morning?  I do not have any indoor plants at this time.

3) This week's artists, The Grass Roots, are introduced in this video by country music superstar Kenny Rogers. Who is your favorite country music singer? Garth Brooks

4) The two unmarried members of the group -- guitarist Warren Entner and drummer Ricky Coonce -- competed for a lady's affection on a 1968 episode of The Dating Game. Neither of them won! She chose Bachelor #1. Anyway, have you ever appeared on a game show? Do you know anyone who has?  I have not appeared on a gameshow, but one of my co-workers was on The Price is Right.  She got to play and I think she won a car possibly.  I can't remember.  It had to be a long time ago.

5) The Grass Roots were originally called The 13th Floor. They chose this cheeky name because many high rises do not have a 13th floor since 13 is considered an unlucky number, and they were thumbing their noses at superstition. Are you superstitious?  I am when it comes to sports, but not really anything else.
 
6) At the time of his death in 2011, group leader Rob Grill was still playing music, touring with a reconfigured Grass Roots. His widow Nancy referred to him as "one lucky son of a gun" because he'd been able to support himself as a musician, doing what he loved for 45 years. In what ways do you consider yourself fortunate?  I get to do what I love to do also...teach kids.

7) In 1971, the year this song was released, Walt Disney World opened in Florida. The Epcot Center was added in 1982. Have you ever visited this, or any, Disney theme park?  I have visited Disney World two times which included all of their parks in Florida.  That was quite a workout.


8) Fresh chicken was just 43¢/lb. in 1971. Do you prefer the breast or drumstick?  I am a child, I like the drumstick because it is easy.

9) Random question: Do you work well under pressure?  I think I work better under pressure.  It seems to make you focus better.

Tuesday 4 Meme- Home Work

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1.  Are you an impulse  buyer or do you weigh the value/cost/ necessity before you buy?

No, I only buy what I need and I do weigh the value/cost and necessity before I buy.

2. What do you really resent having to pay for?  I try not to think about it, but I am not a fan of paying taxes on crap like this impeachment stuff...or however the taxpayers are paying for it.  Maybe it should come out of their politician salaries, or maybe they should be more careful with my money.  I am also not a fan of being the one paying  for "free stuff" for other people when it is hard for us to get by.

3.   Do you have  favorite brands of household cleaners, detergents, soaps? Can you tell us why you like them? Maybe you will give us better ideas.  I like Tide detergent and Downy softener.  I also use Purex Crystals to make my clothes smell nice and fresh.  I use Tone body wash for showering.  I like that because it bubbles up nice.

4.  What is a typical day of housekeeping for you?  I work everyday, so when I do housework, I have to make a list and cross things off because it is all getting done at once.  In the summer when I am home, I like to clean a little bit everyday.  I might clean bathrooms one day and be done, floors another day and so on.  If I have a lot of energy, I will do it all at once and have it done for the week.

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Sunday Stealing- Another Food Meme

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How do you like your eggs?  fried over easy

How do you take your coffee/tea: I do not drink coffee and I drink tea cold and sweet.

Favorite breakfast foods: eggs, bacon, toast and orange juice

Peanut butter: smooth or crunchy? smooth

What kind of dressing on your salad? ranch

Coke or Pepsi? pepsi

You feel like cooking. What do you make?  cheesy burritos and garlic bread

You’re feeling lazy. What do you make?  spaghetti

You’re feeling really lazy. What kind of pizza do you order?  pizza hut

Is there a food you refuse to eat? sushi

Favorite fruit & vegetable: strawberries and broccoli

Favorite junk food: chocolate

Favorite between meal snack: chips or crackers

Do you have any weird food habits: they are not weird to me, but I am sure I do.

You’re on a diet. What food(s) do you fill up on?  I like raw veggies and fruits.

How spicy do you order Indian/Thai?  I never order Indian or Thai

The perfect nightcap?  I do not drink, so I end my evening wacthing the local news and then I go to sleep.

It is Superbowl Sunday, so GO CHIEFS!!!!