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December 12, 2006
A Silly Meme
Alright, some nearly illiterate blogger on an emailing list sent me this "meme" questionnaire all filled out, and I decided it was stupid, so I thought I'd share the pain. Let's see if I can make a little spoof of it instead. Feel free to answer likewise and unseriously....or not. The "question" part is unaltered from its original state, so the spelling and grammatical errors are his/theirs/whoever started this goofy thing.
Birthday: 11-13 - and it was lucky. Just ask me about paraskevidekatriaphobia. I'll tell you all about it.
Birthplace: Unfortunately, in a place where the weather is lousy 11 months a year. Why couldn't I have been born in California?
Eye Color: Indefinite. Sometimes quite green, sometimes hazel, sometimes gray-ish blue.
Right handed or Left handed: Right, except I can do things with both hands, like play instruments or type, and I hit a backhand with both hands. But, I used to say I was so right-handed, I couldn't walk on the left-hand side of the street.
My Heritage: German, Irish, French, Heinz 57 - I'm 3rd/4th generation American. I don't have any ethnicity. I envy those their ethnicity.
Shoe i wore today: I usually wear two, if I wear them at all. I had to dress up today, so I wore black heels, and now I'm in old raggedy pink slippers. I need a new pair. Please call Santa.
My Wickness: I think I have a slow wick. Wait, that's probably supposed to be "weakness." I have no weaknesses. Ok, except for that cheesecake, oooh, and look at that...
My Fear: I have a few aversions. My biggest nightmare is being surrounded by incredibly incompetent people. Oh sh....ooot.
My Perfect Pizza: Pizza just doesn't rise to the standard of perfection in any form.
Goal i Would Like To Achieve This Year: Make $113,000. Heck, why not?
Most Overused Phrase: "I need closure." Other pop pych phrases used by Dr. Phil and Oprah.
Thoughts First Waking Up: This morning? "Dayum! I have to drive to Akron. Ack! Ack!"
Your Best Physical Feature: A nose Michael Jackson would kill for.
McDonalds or Burger King: Neither
Coke or Pepsi? Every now and then, the harsh afterbite of a paint-peeling Coke tastes pretty good.
Single or Group Dates: What? Where are we, South America?
Chocolate or Vanilla: How banal. Rocky road. Neoplitan. I suppose chocolate when it comes to milkshakes.
Cappuccino or Coffee: Straight up black coffee, no sugar, no cream, no froth, no sprinkles, no elaborating, no fuss no muss. Ask me for my coffee recipe. heh
Cash or Credit cards: I put everything on plastic for tax porpoises. I pay sitters with cash. And my bookie, too, of course.
Do you Smoke: Some, apologetically.
Do you Swear: A well-placed bit of profanity, like hot sauce, has literary and emotional merit when used sparingly.
Do you Sing: Well, yeah, but Sony Music has not offered me a recording contract, yet.
Do you beliv in yourself: BeLIV? I beLIV, I beLIV!
Do you get Motion Sickness: At these questionnaires, yes. Also at Andrew Motion's poetry.
Are you a Health Freak: No, just a garden variety freak.
Do you get along with your Parents: If I don't want to be disinherited, I do. (Kidding. Kidding!)
Do you like Thunderstorms: Not particularly, although they look pretty cool over the lake. I once nearly got struck by lightning when I was in high school and I was a little skittish after that.
Do you play an Instrument: A few. Some badly.
In the past month have you Drank Alcohol: I have not drunk it, no. Too many drunks in the family for generations. All dead.
In the past month have you been on Drugs: Nnnnoo. Unless you count that bong over there.
In the past month have you gone on a Date: Nope. Can't even recall who gets tied up.
In the past month have you gone to a Mall: What mall? There are no more malls. *sniff* Just strip malls.
In the past month have you eaten a box of Oreos: Heavens, no.
In the past month have you eaten Sushi: Not a chance.
In the past month have you been on Stage: Not exactly.
In the past month have you been Dumped: Only in a non-personal way. Very rude.
In the past month have you gone Skinny Dipping: yeah, right. Who writes this stuff?
How do you want to Die: Quickly and painlessly.
What do you want to be when you Grow Up: I'm sure I'll be a grandmother.
What country would you most like to Visit: New Zealand
Best Clothing Style: UC Berkely sweatshirt (size XXL), gray yoga pants, and Nike flip flops rule.
Number of CDs I own: Somewhere around 100, and no, they are not alphabetized, although that would be a good idea.
Number of Piercings: three - ears only, but I only wear 2 earrings. Back in the day, everyone got a second pierce in one ear for their extra earrings.
Number of Tattoos: One giant green and red squid with "Mario Loves Me" on my back. I can't remember how that happened.
Number of things in my Past I Regret: 2 or 3.......hundred
Comments
Oh, I'm sure Denny is a good congressman....but a prez?? I guess he can't be any worse than BBBBUSH.
New theory on the Young case. It was a swing thing that went bad...you know, wife swapping. That sorority was really close. They even went to spas together. That's why he was always trying to kill the unborn, it wasn't his kid. I wonder if they checked the paternity of the fetus.
Posted by: Captain Joe | December 12, 2006 09:48 PM
The reason that gives currency to this rumor is we know for a fact that JY had an affair with a member of her sorority, MM. We have also heard from a news report (CNBC)that MM's hubby, Steve, has forgiven MM. Could it be that SM and MY also had a thing going?
Posted by: Captain Joe | December 12, 2006 10:13 PM
Hey, how far off the target could this theory be? Whoda thunk the sheriff was fooling around? Who's the father of Anna Nicole's kid?
Posted by: Captain Joe | December 12, 2006 10:23 PM
More importantly, where are Britney's panties?
Posted by: Nadine | December 12, 2006 10:38 PM
They're the crotchless kind from Victoris'a Secret LOL.
Posted by: Captain Joe | December 12, 2006 10:47 PM
I thought we were trying to figure out were Meredith Grey's (GA) were, Nadine.
Oh, I forgot. The bulletin board. Right?
Posted by: Doe Eyes | December 12, 2006 10:48 PM
Birthday: June 16.
Birthplace: Colechester, Essex, England
Eye Color: Indefinite.
Right handed or Left handed: Right
My Heritage: English and Scottish
Shoe i wore today: I usually wear two, if I wear them at all. Knock-offs of knock-offs of Krocs.
My Wickness: Candlemaking. (sorry)
My Fear: being homeless
My Perfect Pizza: Soft crust and everything but the kitchen sink on it.
Goal i Would Like To Achieve This Year: get the roof redone.
Most Overused Phrase: Does this mean the phrase I hear, or the phrase I use? The one I hear: "Let it go." The one I use...is probably unprintable.
Thoughts First Waking Up: This morning? "Have to P"
Your Best Physical Feature: ???
McDonalds or Burger King: Neither
Coke or Pepsi? Neither
Single or Group Dates: What?
Chocolate or Vanilla: How banal. Chocolate
Cappuccino or Coffee: Coffee with half & half
Cash or Credit cards: Debit card
Do you Smoke: I quit. Yay.
Do you Swear: A well-placed bit of profanity, like hot sauce, has literary and emotional merit when used sparingly.
Do you Sing: Only if you want the building cleared.
Do you beliv in yourself: BeLIV? I beLIV, I beLIV!
Do you get Motion Sickness: Only when I move
Are you a Health Freak: No, just a garden variety freak.
Do you get along with your Parents: Yes. They are both dead.
Do you like Thunderstorms: yes
Do you play an Instrument: no
In the past month have you Drank Alcohol: yes
In the past month have you been on Drugs: Does Nyquil count?
In the past month have you gone on a Date: Nope.
In the past month have you gone to a Mall: no
In the past month have you eaten a box of Oreos: Heavens, no.
In the past month have you eaten Sushi: yes
In the past month have you been on Stage: yes
In the past month have you been Dumped: no
In the past month have you gone Skinny Dipping: no
How do you want to Die: Quickly and painlessly.
What do you want to be when you Grow Up: rich
What country would you most like to Visit: Ireland
Best Clothing Style: microfleece pajamas
Number of CDs I own: too many to count
Number of Piercings: six--three in each ear
Number of Tattoos: ZERO
Number of things in my Past I Regret: 2 or 3.......hundred
Posted by: vero | December 12, 2006 11:07 PM
Birthday: 12-24
Birthplace: California
Eye Color: Light blue
Right handed or Left handed: Mostly right-handed. Ambedextrious when flipping off rude people.
My Heritage: German, Irish, Cherokee, Blackfoot and Delaware Indian. Too bad I don't have any living relatives to tell me more.
Shoe i wore today: White sneakers, one for each foot.
My Wickness: If it's "weakness", that would be chocolate. If it's "wickedness", that would be Devil's Food.
My Fear: Heights and spiders. Give me a snake over a spider any day.
My Perfect Pizza: Lots of mushrooms and fresh basil. Extra cheese. Did I say extra cheese?
Goal i Would Like To Achieve This Year: Make more money than I expect to.
Most Overused Phrase: "Dude!"
Thoughts First Waking Up: "5 more minutes".
Your Best Physical Feature: According to me, my eyes. According to the male of the species, my killer rack.
McDonalds or Burger King: Neither one.
Coke or Pepsi? Diet Vanilla Coke, please. Put a splash of Malibu in it, will you?
Single or Group Dates: It's been about ninety years since I was single, but three's a crowd, people.
Chocolate or Vanilla: Double chocolate truffle.
Cappuccino or Coffee: Cappucino!
Cash or Credit cards: Mostly ATM card, so I don't have to carry a lot of cash.
Do you Smoke: Only in my sleep. As a former smoker, I frequently dream about it.
Do you Swear: Constantly, but mostly to myself.
Do you Sing: To myself. I don't think Mariah has anything to worry about.
Do you beliv in yourself: Why, yes I do!
Do you get Motion Sickness: I don't think so. Wait, maybe on a Merry-Go-Round.
Are you a Health Freak: Nope, just your general kind of freak.
Do you get along with your Parents: I did pretty well when they were alive. Now I just tell them what I think anyway, what are they going to do?
Do you like Thunderstorms: Not since a lightening bolt got way too close many years ago. Never sit between a window and a TV during a thunderstorm.
Do you play an Instrument: The typewriter.
In the past month have you Drank Alcohol: Yes, some very nice wine, and a Bloody Mary or two.
In the past month have you been on Drugs: Just my prescribed meds. Sadly, no medical Mary Jane.
In the past month have you gone on a Date: Um, I'm married. I guess that means no.
In the past month have you gone to a Mall: I'm not setting foot in a mall until January.
In the past month have you eaten a box of Oreos: Nope. Don't ask me where that bag of Doritos went.
In the past month have you eaten Sushi: No thank you.
In the past month have you been on Stage: No.
In the past month have you been Dumped: Not that I know of.
In the past month have you gone Skinny Dipping: Yep, right through the sprinklers in the backyard.
How do you want to Die: A legend.
What do you want to be when you Grow Up: Fabulous.
What country would you most like to Visit: Egypt.
Best Clothing Style: Jeans, silky black shirt, sandals.
Number of CDs I own: Probably 10, I'm a real collector, you know.
Number of Piercings: Just two, in the tediously expected places. I'm so boring.
Number of Tattoos: None yet. Someday I may go crazy and get a big one.
Number of things in my Past I Regret: Several.
Posted by: Nadine | December 12, 2006 11:24 PM
I'm watching Sharon Rocha on LKL. She is so beautiful! Her love for Laci shows, where I would be a hollow shell by now.
She says that the moment she knew for sure Scott did it was when she found out that he bought the boat on the same day he told Amber it would be the first Christmas without his wife. She started to suspect him Christmas Eve, when she first found out that he had a boat. She knew he was lying about where he was.
Posted by: vero | December 13, 2006 12:39 AM
Sharon is a paragon of strength. May Scott rot in Hell.
Rest in peace, Dear Laci.
Posted by: Nadine | December 13, 2006 01:21 AM
Good morning to all the Misfits.
~Hi~ Barbara! Good for you! Getting rid of the A-to-Zhole. I hope you are okay.
Posted by: Mgt | December 13, 2006 04:14 AM
Birthday: 4-8
Birthplace: Houston, TX
Eye Color: Brown
Right handed or Left handed: Right. My left hand consist of all thumbs
My Heritage: Choctaw Indian (did they invent chocolate?) and Cherokee. Plus some other heinz 57 stuff
Shoe i wore today: Raggedy sandals w/out socks (must be the Indian in me) that even a homeless person wouldn’t wear. Maybe I should go to Vegas ‘cause Momma needs a new pair of shoes.
My Wickness: I have a pretty long fuse.
My Fear: Flying
My Perfect Pizza: Hawaiian with bacon, pineapple and almonds.
Goal i Would Like To Achieve This Year: To go back to school
Most Overused Phrase: “Can you hear me now?”
Thoughts First Waking Up: “Mmmmm. Coffee!!!”
Your Best Physical Feature: My smile
McDonalds or Burger King: McDonalds if I have to choose
Coke or Pepsi? Diet Pepsi
Single or Group Dates: Both
Chocolate or Vanilla: Chocolate
Cappuccino or Coffee: Coffee but will admit to loving a Cappuccino when I’m out and about shopping.
Cash or Credit cards: I’m not allowed to have credit cards. Bob says so. I’m a check writing machine.
Do you Smoke: Unfortunately
Do you Swear: Yes, but it’s not like I have Turrets or anything. GMAFB.
Do you Sing: Wonderfully, in the shower
Do you beliv in yourself: Somebody has to, might as well be me.
Do you get Motion Sickness: Nope.
Are you a Health Freak: Nope but some might consider me a freak of nature.
Do you get along with your Parents: Mom = best friend. Father deceased but I was extremely partial (Daddy’s girl) when he was alive.
Do you like Thunderstorms: Love them. And, you ain’t never seen one until you’ve seen one in Texas
Do you play an Instrument: Piano, flute, oboe, and bells. Yeaaaaars ago! I can still read music and pick at the Piano.
In the past month have you Drank Alcohol: Yes, I’ve been having a beer or two or glass of wine with dinner lately. Strange, because I’m not a beer drinker.
In the past month have you been on Drugs: Nope.
In the past month have you gone on a Date: With Bob. He’s good for a free meal and a chuckle.
In the past month have you gone to a Mall: Ack! Avoid at all cost. Thank the sweet Lord for Costco and the internet for Christmas shopping.
In the past month have you eaten a box of Oreos: Nope
In the past month have you eaten Sushi: Nope but I did about two months ago.
In the past month have you been on Stage: I am center stage in my own universe. Does that count?
In the past month have you been Dumped: No
In the past month have you gone Skinny Dipping: Ummm, No.
How do you want to Die: Quickly and painlessly.
What do you want to be when you Grow Up: Am I suppose to grow up? Probably 5' 11" then.
What country would you most like to Visit: Australia
Best Clothing Style: Don’t really have one
Number of CDs I own: I use to have a bunch. Dang teenagers...grrrrrr
Number of Piercings: four, but it’s rare that I wear earrings as I have a problem with infection.
Number of Tattoos: No. I use to think I wanted to get one of a lady bug on my second toe.
Number of things in my Past I Regret: Not really too much. I tend to live in the present and plan for the future all while realizing that I’m only human.
Posted by: Monica | December 13, 2006 09:57 AM
They have now found 5 bodies. The Yorkshire Ripper was our last known Serial Killer who killed over a seven year period.
This maniac has killed 5 young girls since Nov 30. The reward is now up to £250,000
Posted by: Mgt | December 13, 2006 10:39 AM
That's a lie! Sorry. There was Harold Shipman. The doctor who did house calls and after 270 something murders, they lost count.
He managed to hang himself in his cell.
Posted by: Mgt | December 13, 2006 10:54 AM
Good morning all!
That's just awful, Mgt. I hope they find him soon.
I see that there isn't any new information on the Young case this morning. I'm looking through the RE adds on WRAL though.
Posted by: Doe Eyes | December 13, 2006 10:57 AM
Good morning, Doe. The waiting is frustrating, isn't it?
Posted by: Mgt | December 13, 2006 11:12 AM
Cheers, everyone! I'm off to brave the elements.
Till tomorrow, then.
Posted by: Mgt | December 13, 2006 12:04 PM
It sure is, Mgt.
Have a safe trip home. See ya tomorrow!
Posted by: Doe Eyes | December 13, 2006 12:18 PM
Birthday: March 9th.
Birthplace: Los Angeles, CA
Eye Color: green
Right handed or Left handed: Ambi
My Heritage: Scottish, Native American
Shoe i wore today: hehehe, my new Uggs.
My Wickness: High-end chocolate
My Fear: friggin spiders!
My Perfect Pizza: Greek pie
Goal i Would Like To Achieve This Year: shrink my fat ass
Most Overused Phrase: GMAFB!
Thoughts First Waking Up: uunngggggmmmmmmffffff..............coffee
Your Best Physical Feature: my middle finger
McDonalds or Burger King: ack ack
Coke or Pepsi? Lime Coke
Single or Group Dates: both
Chocolate or Vanilla: chocolate
Cappuccino or Coffee: Creole
Cash or Credit cards: Anything plastic
Do you Smoke: I do
Do you Swear: Ohellyeah, never gratuitously
Do you Sing: constantly, unfortunately for those in my immediate vicinity
Do you beliv in yourself: I've liv'd in myself for 51 years and I've gotta say, I like these digs
Do you get Motion Sickness: never, got sealegs
Are you a Health Freak: pointless pursuit, time suck and stress builder. heh, I just laugh a lot
Do you get along with your Parents: I get along splendidly with my mother, the other, let's just say He Got His!.
Do you like Thunderstorms: live for them
Do you play an Instrument: I play someone's instrument
In the past month have you Drank Alcohol: nope
In the past month have you been on Drugs: yep
In the past month have you gone on a Date: yep, my husband frequently dates me.
In the past month have you gone to a Mall: absosmurfly not!
In the past month have you eaten a box of Oreos: urgggh.
In the past month have you eaten Sushi: yes
In the past month have you been on Stage: in, not on
In the past month have you been Dumped: as if
In the past month have you gone Skinny Dipping: yes
How do you want to Die: Renal failure, in my sleep, when I'm damned good and ready for it.
What do you want to be when you Grow Up: omnipotent
What country would you most like to Visit: Scotland
Best Clothing Style: cotton gauze, layered appropriate to the season
Number of CDs I own: too many to count
Number of Piercings: 5, you don't need to know where
Number of Tattoos: one brand
Number of things in my Past I Regret: I snatched a purse from an old lady when I was 15 years old, knocking her to the asphalt. That one will go with me to my grave, unable to shake the memory and rightly so, I believe.
Posted by: Wench~Mad Hatter Extraordinaire | December 13, 2006 01:03 PM
Birthday: June 29.
Birthplace: Utah
Eye Color: Green or gray
Right handed or Left handed: Left
My Heritage: English and Scottish
Shoes I wore today: Black loafers. (Hushpuppies for school.)
My Wickness: Wickness? Well, weakness is chocolate and good books. Wickedness? Surely not!
My Fear: My son being harmed.
My Perfect Pizza: Brick Oven, thin crust, pepperoni, black olives.
Goal i Would Like To Achieve This Year: Get my household moved.
Most Overused Phrase: The glamour never ends.
Thoughts First Waking Up: This morning? If he doesn't turn off the alarm soon I'm going to HURT HIM.
Your Best Physical Feature: No duct tape yet.
McDonalds or Burger King: Not really a fan of either.
Coke or Pepsi? I don't drink soda. Hurts my tummy.
Single or Group Dates:
The only dates I have are the ones on the calendar. They're sort of grouped.
Chocolate or Vanilla: If you need to ask you don't know me.
Cappuccino or Coffee: See above.
Cash or Credit cards: Cash
Do you Smoke: Nope
Do you Swear: Heck no. (Except for when I do. Sometimes.)
Do you Sing: Not really.
Do you beliv in yourself: Somebody's got to.
Do you get Motion Sickness:
Yep.
Are you a Health Freak:
I freak about my health sometimes, does that count?
Do you get along with your Parents: Yes.
Do you like Thunderstorms:
Love them. Except for when I swear and then I get nervous. Lightning, you know.
Do you play an Instrument: yes
In the past month have you Drank Alcohol: Have I "drank" alcohol? No. Well, except in the Robitussin.
In the past month have you been on Drugs: Yes sirree bob! The GOOD cough syrup!
In the past month have you gone on a Date: Yes
In the past month have you gone to a Mall: Sadly, yes.
In the past month have you eaten a box of Oreos: You can eat the box too?
In the past month have you eaten Sushi: Sorry, I've done my sushi duty. I'm finished.
In the past month have you been on Stage: Nope
In the past month have you been Dumped: Nope
In the past month have you gone Skinny Dipping: Nope
How do you want to Die: In my sleep, without pain, illness or warning--AFTER my affairs are in order but BEFORE dementia sets in. Better happen soon.
What do you want to be when you Grow Up: happy
What country would you most like to Visit: Italy
Best Clothing Style: classic, understated, no fads or trends.
Number of CDs I own: The answer is too embarrassing. Let's leave it at "a lot."
Number of Piercings: two, one in each ear.
Number of Tattoos: none
Number of things in my Past I Regret: Dang, we were supposed to keep track?
Posted by: Anonymous | December 13, 2006 05:09 PM
Um, yeah. The 5:09 was I.
Posted by: stacey | December 13, 2006 05:10 PM
You big liar. you do SO sing.
Posted by: loretta | December 13, 2006 05:19 PM
Nic that JY used in the past is "youngpack". Only a few entries on some software and sports boards that I could find. MM has a nic of "Belleaggie". I could only find an Ebay profile with that nic. Some of the items she sold and bought are interesting.
Posted by: Captain Joe | December 13, 2006 05:23 PM
Looks like she likes anything with strawberry shortcake on it, bedspreads, sheets etc. Makes me think of snot's jury.
Posted by: Captain Joe | December 13, 2006 05:44 PM
Joe, I thought MM had a boy?
Wonder who she's buying SS for?
Stacey, I think you'd better correct one of your answers young lady. You do sing, and quite well I might add.
Posted by: Doe Eyes | December 13, 2006 07:13 PM
You're very kind, Loretta and Doe. Very kind, indeed. But thanks.
Posted by: stacey | December 13, 2006 07:16 PM
Maybe MM was planning on taking Cassidy? Could be. Looks like JY's job has come up on the job boards:
http://www.chartone.com/contact/ssjob.php?id=337
Nancy Grace is a member of the same sorority that MY and MM are members of. One would think that she would have all the dirt on this story.
Posted by: Captain Joe | December 13, 2006 08:18 PM
I thought he was a salesman for ChartOne, not a manager?
Did I miss something?
Posted by: Doe Eyes | December 13, 2006 08:42 PM
I thought he was a salesman too, Doe.
Posted by: Nadine | December 13, 2006 09:25 PM
You may be right, but we don't know a lot about JY's job.
Posted by: Captain Joe | December 13, 2006 10:28 PM
A supposed insider on CTV said that the add referred to JY's job. Hu noz?
Posted by: Captain Joe | December 13, 2006 10:41 PM
Peter Boyle dead. I thought he was great in "the Friends of Eddie Coyle" and several other roles. A great character actor. A great comedic actor. Great in tailgunner Joe.
Posted by: Anonymous | December 13, 2006 10:52 PM
One of my favourites. Dang! He's not much older than I am!
Posted by: vero | December 13, 2006 11:19 PM
Great in Steelyard Blues
Posted by: Captain Joe | December 13, 2006 11:26 PM
Loved him in Young Frankenstein. The song and dance with Gene Wilder to Puttin' on the Ritz was one of my all time favorites.
Rest in peace, Mr. Boyle.
Posted by: Nadine | December 14, 2006 02:36 AM
GoodNight Mr. Boyle.
♥
I hope I have the privilege of meeting you one day.
Posted by: Lesa | December 14, 2006 02:55 AM
Good morning all! Here I am, as promised.
Suppose I should get to that meme. Sigh! I'm so dull, though.
Posted by: Mgt | December 14, 2006 03:37 AM
Here goes, everyone. Fingers crossed:-
Birthday: June 4th
Birthplace: Glasgow, Scotland
Eye Color: Green/blue/grey. Ugh, I don’t know, they keep changing
Right handed or Left handed: Right
My Heritage: Scottish, on all sides
Shoe i wore today: Chocolate-brown ankle boots
My Wickness: ?? Eating in bed, an awful habit
My Fear: Poverty in old age. Heights
My Perfect Pizza: If I absolutely had to, it would have to have Feta, spinach and kalamata olives.
Goal i Would Like To Achieve This Year: Probably, peace of mind
Most Overused Phrase: "Know what I mean?”
Thoughts First Waking Up: Oh gawd, nooo! Is that MY alarm?
Your Best Physical Feature: Maybe, my eyes
McDonalds or Burger King: If pushed, Burger King. I like their onion rings.
Coke or Pepsi? Pepsi with a dash of Brandy
Single or Group Dates: Group. I have given up on the other
Chocolate or Vanilla: Chocolate. Especially if it is ice cream.
Cappuccino or Coffee: Coffee
Cash or Credit cards: Both
Do you Smoke: Yes, in the evenings and weekends
Do you Swear: On the odd occasion, and it’s usually a whopper
Do you Sing: Since you are never going to hear me…yes.
Do you beliv in yourself: That sounds too much like psycho-babble.
Do you get Motion Sickness: No
Are you a Health Freak: Just a freak. Don’t like take-out meals. The thought of rat droppings and filthy kitchens makes me choose hunger. Told you I’m a freak
Do you get along with your Parents: I did, with both. One was loud and energetic and the other was quiet and thoughtful.
Do you like Thunderstorms: Hey! I lived in Africa for most of my life. The beauty of nature.
Do you play an Instrument: Since you are never going to hear me play…yes.
In the past month have you Drank Alcohol: No
In the past month have you been on Drugs: No
In the past month have you gone on a Date: No
In the past month have you gone to a Mall: Yes. It is impossible to shop anywhere else. It never stops raining, here.
In the past month have you eaten a box of Oreos: I ate those in 1982, but never a box.
In the past month have you eaten Sushi: Not in this lifetime.
In the past month have you been on Stage: Yeah, right!
In the past month have you been Dumped: By whom?
In the past month have you gone Skinny Dipping: Be serious!
How do you want to Die: I’d like a bit of notice to say the things I want to say – then nothing violent.
What do you want to be when you Grow Up: Established.
What country would you most like to Visit: Italy
Best Clothing Style: Corduroys and polo neck sweaters. They hide a multitude of sins. But! I love the way Country Girl dresses!
Number of CDs I own: None – my daughter takes care of those
Number of Piercings: Two – the ear lobes.
Number of Tattoos: Not in this life or the next.
Number of things in my Past I Regret: More than I care to admit to. My major regret is not moving to Vancouver instead of Glasgow.
Posted by: Mgt | December 14, 2006 04:24 AM
Why, Mgt? It's just as cold and wet and rainy there!
Posted by: vero | December 14, 2006 08:31 AM
Mgt, I have one eye open, dear, wave if you're here.
Coffee, mrgffffffmrgfffffmmmm.
Posted by: Wench~Mad Hatter Extraordinaire | December 14, 2006 08:43 AM
I have one open, also. It's too bright in here, and I'm fixing to turn off the light.
Posted by: vero | December 14, 2006 08:46 AM
~~Waving~~ to Wench.
Vero, it is just the whole standard of living, thing. My daughter would definitely have had better prospects in Canada. My grandson, too.
Posted by: Anonymous | December 14, 2006 08:52 AM
That was me!
Posted by: Mgt | December 14, 2006 08:52 AM
Hi sweety, up for another dreary day? I'm right there with you. Nasty here as well. I just keep telling myself that 100% humidity is good for the complexion. Actually it is, but it's also an open invitation for Arthur Itis to come knocking, the b@stard!
Stay warm and well, I'll be thinking of you.
Verio Deario, what prompts you to be up and about at this unholy hour? What stamina!
Posted by: Wench~Mad Hatter Extraordinaire | December 14, 2006 09:01 AM
There are costumes calling my name. Santa suits go out and come in on an hourly basis this week. It's almost as bad as Halloween, but more boring.
Suit...check
wig & beard...check
glasses...check
etc., etc.
Posted by: vero | December 14, 2006 09:04 AM
Police boats and divers outside our window. There seems to some activity in the Clyde River. Please, don't let the killer have moved to Glasgow!
My first thought was for those murdered girls.
Posted by: Mgt | December 14, 2006 09:39 AM
Birthday: June 21st
Birthplace: Sao Paulo, Brazil - where the weather is good 11 months a year.
Eye Color: Brown
Right handed or Left handed: Right
My Heritage: German Jewish, Czech Jewish, Russian Jewish and Polish Jewish
Shoe i wore today: Hey, I am still at home, so Flip-flops it is.
My Wickness: What is this?????
My Fear: Alzheimer's or any other degenerative disease.
My Perfect Pizza: Any cheesy one. LOVE pizza. And Sao Paulo is known to have great and too much pizza restaurants.
Goal i Would Like To Achieve This Year: Back to work. Enough of Sabbatical and SAHM.
Most Overused Phrase: "I'm coming."
Toughts First Waking Up: No. Please, I need more sleeping.
Your Best Physical Feature: There is a TIE: Boobs (third party opinions) and hair (straight, fast growing and still no grey at age 43)
McDonalds or Burger King: McD. Junk food lover here.
Coke or Pepsi? Coke. Daily (hourly) drinker. Not related to the fact that I worked for KO for 6 years.
Single or Group Dates: Single
Chocolate or Vanilla: Chocolate. The easiest one to answer. Chocoholic here.
Cappuccino or Coffee: Cappuccino. Remember the Chocolate part dot dot dot
Cash or Credit cards: I am the QUEEN of the Credit Card.
Do you Smoke: I quit. I used to smoke 2 packs a day, for quite some time (from 14 to 36 y/o). I am almost 8 years smoke free and still want a cigarette.
Do you Swear: I don't think so. Have to be much out of my normal behaviour.
Do you Sing: Well, I try not, so I won't kill anybody. But I just discovered someone who at least listen to it: my son. He smiles over my singing (I don't know if he really appreciates it or is just making fun of it).
Do you believe in yourself: Yep
Do you get Motion Sickness: Yes. Lots of it.
Are you a Health Freak: No.
Do you get along with your Parents: Yes. VERY MUCH. Daily phone talking, weekly lunch.
Do you like Thunderstorms: Hate them.
Do you play an Instrument: Is 'puter an instrument? If not, so Nope.
In the past month have you Drank Alcohol: Yes, of course. Moderately.
In the past month have you been on Drugs: Prescribed drugs. Lots of them (for Thyroid, Cholesterol, this kind of stuff)
In the past month have you gone on a Date: Does Hubby count?
In the past month have you gone to a Mall: Are you kidding me? Temporary SAHM, Queen of Credit Card? Malls VIP member.
In the past month have you eaten a box of Oreos: NOPE. Yeay!
In the past month have you eaten Sushi: No
In the past month have you been on Stage: No.
In the past month have you been Dumped: No.
In the past month have you gone Skinny Dipping: No. Maybe next weak?
How do you want to Die: After kissing Hubbie goodnight, in my bed.
What do you want to be when you Grow Up: A better person. We can always be better.
What country would you most like to Visit: One I've never been to? Humm, Ireland.
Best Clothing Style: Ann Taylor's black suits and high hills.
Number of CDs I own: Somewhere around 200
Number of Piercings: 2 - ears only
Number of Tattoos: None. But would love to have one.
Number of things in my Past I Regret: 2 or 3. That's it.
Posted by: Anne | December 14, 2006 09:59 AM
Hello to Anne. I'm beating you on the grey hair thing, 54 and no grey hair. Well, I haven't been told if I have any. LOL
Isn't that the way it happens? Your best friend tells you "Hey, you've got a grey hair!"
Posted by: Mgt | December 14, 2006 10:05 AM
There are costumes calling my name. Santa suits go out and come in on an hourly basis this week. It's almost as bad as Halloween, but more boring.
Suit...check
wig & beard...check
glasses...check
etc., etc.
Posted by: vero | December 14, 2006 10:20 AM
If only I could tell you the mess my life is right now. A good mess, I mean. But still a mess. BBL.
Posted by: Anne | December 14, 2006 10:30 AM
As if things aren't busy enough at this time of the year, Vero?!
All that red! Does it hurt your eyes?
Posted by: Mgt | December 14, 2006 10:31 AM
Money is money, and money is nice.
I love the job, it's just that certain things are boring. Costuming "Fiddler on the Roof" is fun. Doling out Santa Suits is a pain.
The customers come in saying, "I'm here to pick up the Santa suit."
Us: What is the name please?
Them: I don't know who rented it--they just sent me to pick it up.
Us: What's the name of the Organization?
Them: What's the difference? Didn't I just talk to you on the phone?
Us: Yes, ma'am. You and about 7 others.
Them: Well, it's already paid for.
Us: Yes, ma'am, so are about 7 others.
Them: It's the Vista Ridge Homeowners Acssociation.
Us: We said you need to bring in the person to try it on.
Them: They told me to just grab any suit. We need it for 2:00 this afternoon.
Us: It takes about an hour for a fitting.
Them: Just give me the damn suit.
Us: (after they're gone) Red flag them for next year. The price will go up.
Posted by: vero | December 14, 2006 11:06 AM
What a bunch of pompous asps!
Have a great day, everybody. Till tomorrow, it's...bye!
Posted by: Mgt | December 14, 2006 11:56 AM
Now I know why blondes have more fun. Our grays don't show, so we feel young longer.
That's my story, and I'm sticking to it.
Posted by: Nadine | December 14, 2006 04:44 PM
Sometimes you have to take a break from the bad news and just do something to feel good.
I'm watching "Sgt. York". One of my all-time favorite movies.
Posted by: Barbara | December 14, 2006 09:01 PM
I don't think I've seen that one, Barbara. I do like Gary Cooper, though.
You're right, movies are a great escape.
Posted by: Nadine | December 14, 2006 10:13 PM
Good morning!
Still nothing in the papers or news about the body they pulled out of the River Clyde.
Posted by: Mgt | December 15, 2006 04:14 AM
I'm munching my way through Jim's prezzies from his students.
Those lovely children don't know that he doesn't eat sweets.
If he tells them, he'll be in big trouble from me!
Posted by: vero | December 15, 2006 09:09 AM
http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,236558,00.html#
Most of you probably saw this already, but thanks to Lesa for the link.
Posted by: loretta | December 15, 2006 09:51 AM
Hopefully this will cause one of them to talk about what happened that night.
Posted by: Mgt | December 15, 2006 09:57 AM
All three of those boys need to be held accountable!
Posted by: vero | December 15, 2006 10:11 AM
Obviously, these two have been nabbed because they can't afford a high-powered lawyer.
I wonder if Joran is sweating?
Posted by: Mgt | December 15, 2006 10:16 AM
I think he's sweatproof. He knows he got away with it. I just hope that he sees her face in the mirror, looking over his shoulder, every time he checks out his ugly mug.
Posted by: vero | December 15, 2006 10:22 AM
I hope he sees her face every time he closes his eyes to sleep.
Posted by: Mgt | December 15, 2006 10:36 AM
Ciao, everybody.
Hope all you wonderful, lovely people have a good weekend.
Posted by: Mgt | December 15, 2006 10:43 AM
Well, I've missed her again! Gonna write a darn book, titled "Missing Mgt". I hope a crateload of Christmas cheer falls into your lap this weekend Mgt, you so deserve it. Y'know, I've had a girl-crush on you for well over a year now, hehehe. Love n Hugs to you, ya crazy Scot!
Posted by: Wench~Mad Hatter Extraordinaire | December 15, 2006 01:30 PM
Anybody for a road trip to Scotland?
Posted by: Nadine | December 15, 2006 02:34 PM
Beanie Baby Bandit:
http://www.sfgate.com/cgi-bin/article.cgi?f=/c/a/2006/12/15/BAGQGN06G41.DTL
Posted by: Astrologer | December 15, 2006 05:45 PM
Judith Regan fired by Murdoch
Posted by: Captain Joe | December 15, 2006 07:53 PM
Hmmm. Bad karma?
Posted by: loretta | December 15, 2006 07:56 PM
I just learned she was a former National Enquirer reporter. Figues.
Posted by: Astrologer | December 15, 2006 08:39 PM
Sounds like she's taking the hit for the OJ fiasco. Look for Bill O'reilly to get it next for shaming Murdock into backing down on the OJ show.
Posted by: Captain Joe | December 15, 2006 09:05 PM
She should be fired. She associated her name with that project so she can take it on the chin for a very, very bad decision.
http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/16231152/
Posted by: Barbara | December 15, 2006 10:26 PM
Apparently she has a hit piece "novel" on Mickey Mantle that will be published in March.
Posted by: Astrologer | December 15, 2006 10:38 PM
Alright. I finally got around to my "Me, Me":
Birthday: 1-22 (Yes, I’m an Aquarius. That’s why I get on Loretta’s nerves.)
Birthplace: Anchorage, Alaska
Eye Color: blue
Right handed or Left handed: Right except when playing pool. I use right and left.
My Heritage: I’m not sure but I think it’s German/British for the most part.
Shoe i wore today: None yet, but I’ll probably wear Reebok cross-trainers.
My Wickness: Junk food
My Fear: Losing someone I love.
My Perfect Pizza: I’m not that crazy about pizza
Goal i Would Like To Achieve This Year: Lose weight.
Most Overused Phrase: “Keeping it close to the vest”
Thoughts First Waking Up: It’s Saturday!!!!!!
Your Best Physical Feature: eyes
McDonalds or Burger King: I like junk food, not fast food.
Coke or Pepsi? Mich Ultra (that goes along with my junk food weakness.)
Single or Group Dates: both
Chocolate or Vanilla: chocolate, of course.
Cappuccino or Coffee: coffee
Cash or Credit cards: Credit cards, but I pay them off every month. I hate paying interest.
Do you Smoke: Quit, years ago.
Do you Swear: Almost never.
Do you Sing: Only in church where they are very forgiving.
Do you beliv in yourself: Absolutely. I’m my biggest fan.
Do you get Motion Sickness: No.
Are you a Health Freak: I don’t think I am but some others do.
Do you get along with your Parents: My mom is no longer living but she was my best friend. My dad and I are very close.
Do you like Thunderstorms: Yes if I’m at home. I don’t like to drive in any bad weather.
Do you play an Instrument: piano and flute but neither that well.
In the past month have you Drank Alcohol: yes
In the past month have you been on Drugs: Only Nyquil
In the past month have you gone on a Date: Yes, and I have one tonight too.
In the past month have you gone to a Mall: Yes.
In the past month have you eaten a box of Oreos: No
In the past month have you eaten Sushi: No, never.
In the past month have you been on Stage: Only to set up some networking stuff for someone else’s performance.
In the past month have you been Dumped: I think I’ve only been dumped once in my life.
In the past month have you gone Skinny Dipping: sort of.
How do you want to Die: In my sleep.
What do you want to be when you Grow Up: I’m pretty sure I’m already there.
What country would you most like to Visit: I’m not through visiting the USA yet, but I guess I’d like to go back to England most of all.
Best Clothing Style: Anything comfortable
Number of CDs I own: The kind you play or the kind in the bank?
Number of Piercings: two, one in each ear.
Number of Tattoos: I had a fake one once and it made my daughter cry.
Number of things in my Past I Regret: No regrets, only lessons learned.
Posted by: Barbara | December 16, 2006 09:03 AM
Peterson jury book out on Jan. 1st:
http://www.foxreno.com/news/10545523/detail.html
Excerpts are on the Modesto Bee Web site but it takes forever to load.
Posted by: Astrologer | December 16, 2006 10:04 AM
Good morning.
I wonder which of the 7 will be partcipating in the book?
Posted by: Doe Eyes | December 16, 2006 11:42 AM
Good Afternoon,
I got an email last Saturday from Amazon saying that my copy of the Peterson book was in the mail.
Can't tell you anything more about it, because when I ordered it back in Oct.(the original release date) I had it sent where I was going to be that next week.
Sadly, the book is at the beach.
Posted by: Lesa | December 16, 2006 12:22 PM
That sounds like a good excuse to go back to the beach, Lesa!
Posted by: Doe Eyes | December 16, 2006 12:37 PM
Morning, ladies. Check this out: http://www.newsregister.com/news/story.cfm?story_no=216503
My poor, beautiful moat is half full of downed oak and firs. The mountain face behind us is riddled with them as well. Ugly, at least until spring, lol.
Posted by: Wench~Mad Hatter Extraordinaire | December 16, 2006 01:16 PM
Wench, I glad you're OK. That sounds like one heck of a storm! On the bright side, it sounds like there won't be a sortage of firewood?
Posted by: Doe Eyes | December 16, 2006 01:45 PM
Wench, do you have any wood burners near you? They will take that wood off your hands. Glad nothing hit the house.
We're expecting a winter storm down here tonight and the wind is already howling. I wonder if it is the same front that went through up there? Snow levels down to my house if the predictions hold. I brought in firewood and stacked more outside the back door on the patio.
Posted by: Anonymous | December 16, 2006 02:07 PM
Oops, that was me ^^^.
Posted by: CountryGal | December 16, 2006 02:07 PM
Wench, that's some storm you had. It's hard to look at some of that damage.
Posted by: Nadine | December 16, 2006 02:10 PM
Happy Hanukkah, Anne!
http://americancomedynetwork.com/animation.html?bit_id=14718
Posted by: Astrologer | December 16, 2006 06:17 PM
Thanks, Astro.
This year we have the lights at full capacity: Christmas Tree and Hanukkah Menorah.
Soon you will see some pictures, as TDSS has been visiting Brazil for Hanukkah and Christmas.
Posted by: Anne | December 16, 2006 07:17 PM
Oh, I can't wait to see TDSS in Brazil Anne!
Happy Hanukkah!
Posted by: Doe Eyes | December 16, 2006 07:42 PM
Happy Hanukkah and Christmas, Anne.
I can't wait to see TDSS piccys!
Posted by: Nadine | December 16, 2006 07:43 PM
Astrologer, your link was so cute!
Posted by: Nadine | December 16, 2006 09:57 PM
How 'bout them Cowboys!
Posted by: Captain Joe | December 16, 2006 11:31 PM
What did they do now, Joe?
Posted by: Anonymous | December 17, 2006 12:13 AM
Not to praise myself and not to make this a soccer Blog either, but Brazil did it again. The Brazilian team Internacional FC just had beaten Barcelona and became the 2006 World Champion (FIFA worldwide soccer teams cup).
Not that I care much, as I am not an Internacional fan. My team of heart is the 2005 Champion (Sao Paulo FC).
'Morning.
Posted by: Anne | December 17, 2006 08:03 AM
They beat the Falcoons, 38-28.
Posted by: Anonymous | December 17, 2006 11:09 AM
Good morning, 'fits. Happy Hannukah, Anne. Wow! A bit of cheer visited our doorstep this morning in the form of a State of Oregon employee informing us that if we like, they will remove the downed logs from the moat area and entry to the property. Told him that it was the landlord's decision but am sure they would consent. Gave contact and breathed a sigh of relief, hehehe. We do have a fireplace and a good deal of stored seasones wood already. We just never use it, lol. Now, maybe if we got the 3 ft. of snow I, not Hubs, am wishing for...
Posted by: Wench~Mad Hatter Extraordinaire | December 17, 2006 01:27 PM
Wenchie, I bet they were a welcome sight.
Posted by: Nadine | December 17, 2006 06:38 PM
I am Time's person of the year.
It's about time I got a little respect!
Posted by: loretta | December 17, 2006 06:46 PM
Who-hoo, you GO, Loretta.
'bout dang time!
Posted by: Nadine | December 17, 2006 07:01 PM
There ya go!
I see there's no new news in the MY case. I wonder what is taking so long?
Posted by: Doe Eyes | December 17, 2006 07:17 PM
It's not the news I was hoping for. So sad.
Body found in second Mount Hood snow cave
http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/16220398/
Posted by: Doe Eyes | December 17, 2006 07:53 PM
Lisa, here's an interesting article about open adoption:
Posted by: Astrologer | December 17, 2006 08:16 PM
That's a fascinating article, and I will be very interested in Lisa's take on it.
Posted by: vero | December 17, 2006 08:52 PM
I saw "An Inconvienent Truth," including epilogue, on DVD last night. Highly recommended and very disturbing.
It will change how you operate your life. For instance, I am shutting down my computer when not in use and unplugging the microwave after use.
I'm already a diligent recycler (S.F. makes it so easy) and use low-energy bulbs, but I can see how there's so much more every individual can contribute.
Thinking people have to make up for all the blind aholes. (Like my neighbors downstairs who don't even separate their bottles and cans from their junk food debris.)
Call to arms! Save the planet, save mankind!
Posted by: Astrologer | December 17, 2006 11:20 PM
I'm a fiend when it comes to recycling, and the garbage bin's usually less than 1/4 full.
I haven't seen the movie.
Posted by: Nadine | December 17, 2006 11:39 PM
Do you have green bins in Sac, Nadine, where compostables go? I filled the last three bins w/leaves and windstormed branches.
Posted by: Astrologer | December 17, 2006 11:44 PM
Fortunately, the recycling center is just a couple of blocks from us. This town does not make it easy.
I'm actually quitting sodas, so that cuts down on the cans a lot, right there. Our newspapers go up to the school, because they get something back for them.
Posted by: vero | December 17, 2006 11:45 PM
What's the deal with unplugging the microwave?
I shut down my computer but don't understand the microwave thing.
Can you share some more info?
Posted by: Doe Eyes | December 17, 2006 11:48 PM
We have two large wheeled bins. One for garbage, and one for glass/paper/plastic.
We used to have the stackables so they were seperate at the curb. I thought that was better, since now it's mixed.
They pick up garden refuse once a week here.
Posted by: Nadine | December 17, 2006 11:50 PM
If each of the Misfits called their garbage companies tomorrow and demanded better community recycling, we can create change. It's been my experience that human beings don't do anything until they're up against the wall.
In some parts of the world it's illegal not to recycle.
Posted by: Anonymous | December 17, 2006 11:51 PM
Climate change is one thing
Anthropogenic global warming is another subject entirely
CO2 comprises less than one % of the air we breathe, one moderate sized volcano releases as much co2 as the entire human race in year and they ain’t rare
Posted by: Occams Edge | December 18, 2006 12:00 AM
They actually have some sort of vestigial curbside recycling, but it costs quite a bit more each month, and the center is close enough to just drop it off.
Posted by: vero | December 18, 2006 12:01 AM
The HP printer ink we buy gives a postage paid envelope to recycle the used cartridges. That's pretty cool.
There's also a place here that will recycle old or broken electronics for free.
Because it's expensive to take more than two items in the gate at the landfill, people sneak those items in where they shouldn't be dumped.
Posted by: Nadine | December 18, 2006 12:01 AM
Besides, plants need it (CO2) and it is not nearly as major a global green house gas as methane, number one source of methane in the world?
- termites
Posted by: Occams Edge | December 18, 2006 12:04 AM
The microwave stills draws out energy just being plugged in, as do many electronic appliances.
Nadine, Sac probably realized that this nation can't walk and chew gum at the same time.
I think I'll talk to the teenager downstairs and ask him if he even knows about recycling. Maybe he doesn't since he goes to a private school. Our City schools are gung ho.
P.S. Preview does NOT save you name any more.
Posted by: Astrologer | December 18, 2006 12:04 AM
We don't have garbage pick up out here in the boonies. Everything is taken to the 'transfer station' as they call it here. We do recycle everything we can though. The large kitty litter plastic containers make great recycling bins for us. They fit in the back of the car very easily.
Posted by: Deege | December 18, 2006 12:11 AM
Wow, Vid, then you reallly need to see this movie. There are a huge number of insects/diseases that are now thriving, and the upcoming methane crisis from melting ice floes is frightening.
I got the DVD from Amazon (through the Misfitting portal at the bottom of the front page here).
Posted by: Astrologer | December 18, 2006 12:12 AM
Astro, they draw energy from the digital clock displays, I understand that. Is that the only thing?
Posted by: Anonymous | December 18, 2006 12:13 AM
Loretta only gets a few pence from the transaction, but what the hey?
Posted by: Astrologer | December 18, 2006 12:16 AM
most folks can’t unplug their microwave if its built in, besides - if properly designed it draws little when not in use (clock) far better to replace any non dimmer incandescent light bulbs with compact fluorescent bulbs or LED lamps – that one change alone would make a significant impact in the total consumer energy demand
Posted by: Occams Edge | December 18, 2006 12:16 AM
Dunno. The DVD paper (not plastic) sleeve says: "Turn off Electronic Devices. Simply turning off your television, DVD player, stero, and computer when you're not using them will save thousands of pounds of carbon dioxide per year."
But California just passed a law that mandated future appliances must not suck up energy whilst in off mode. In the meantime, old appliances need to be unplugged.
Posted by: Astrologer | December 18, 2006 12:26 AM
We use fluerescent lights.
Posted by: Nadine | December 18, 2006 12:28 AM
Robin,
seen it, there is some truth (the climate is changing – its been doing that for far longer than homo sap has been around to muck things up) however (very large comma) the rest of it is a mixture of alarmist invective that lacks any sort of peer reviewed consensus as to cause and extent of effect and an ill disguised attempt to maintain a variable public persona
that aside, the goals of reducing ones impact on the globe are a requirement for any sentient beaing
Posted by: Occams Edge | December 18, 2006 12:29 AM
You betcha, we carry our individual karmic load on our turtle-like shells.
After you see the movie, let's talk.
Posted by: Astrologer | December 18, 2006 12:47 AM
Oh, you did see it.
I do not possess your scientifc mind, but I understand and respond to visuals using my intuition and sensibilities. Seeing both Pole ice caps shrink and Greenland imploding is enough for me to realize the world is shrinking and a disaster is looming.
Posted by: Anonymous | December 18, 2006 12:59 AM
I think it's pretty hard to argue that there's nothing to worry about.
The globe is definitely warming. Frosty's melting.
Posted by: Nadine | December 18, 2006 01:27 AM
Good day, from a DRY, wind-free, freezing (well, kind of - it's bloody cold) Glasgow.
Posted by: Mgt | December 18, 2006 03:53 AM
~~Hiya Wench!~~
Thank you for you generous Christmas greeting. I have to admit to a bit of a girly-crush, mah-sell (Scottish for, myself)!
Wishing you and yours a great Christmas and a mega-prosperous New Year, Wench.
Actually, that goes out to the rest of you lot, as well.
Going to be extra busy, today. I have Tuesday and Wednesday off work to do some sneaky shopping.
Back later..!
Posted by: Mgt | December 18, 2006 04:08 AM
Here's an interview from The Daily Mirror with the man who has been arrested in the Ipswich Killer case.
Like Peterson, he has drawn attention by allowing himself to be interviewed.
Posted by: vero | December 18, 2006 09:00 AM
They obviously have suspected him for a while. Unfortunately, someone who admits to being with the girls all the time is a bit of a DNA nightmare. IMO
They would expect to find the girls DNA in his car and in his home.
Let's hope he cracks!
Posted by: Mgt | December 18, 2006 09:48 AM
Very creepy guy. Steve Huff, http://crimeblog.us/?p=275, has a link to the guy's MySpace. About half his photos are some cartoon that looks like Goofy doing Kung Fu.
Posted by: vero | December 18, 2006 09:49 AM
Goo d morning, ladies n gent. Hiya Mgt (waves). Up briefly then back to bed. Officially on vacation (Hubs) until the second. Wheeee! pretty darned freezy here too, so I'm slipping back under the gooses
clothes. bbbrrrrrr
Posted by: Wench~Mad Hatter Extraordinaire | December 18, 2006 10:09 AM
Later, Wench!
Posted by: vero | December 18, 2006 10:12 AM
Don't blame you, Wench. I get an extra hour and a half in bed for the next 2 days. Yay!
Vero, I think they have chosen the creepiest pictures they could find of the Suffolk murderer.
They had a picture on BBC news of him entering a doorway in a blue shirt and he looked like any average Joe (can't find the blasted thing, now). That, to me, is more frightening.
Posted by: Mgt | December 18, 2006 10:43 AM
That Ipswitch guy is downright creepy. I haven't seen the interview yet. Yikes.
Posted by: Nadine | December 18, 2006 11:14 AM
It's downright chilly here in California. 26 degrees on the back porch.
Posted by: Nadine | December 18, 2006 12:45 PM
It's cold here and we lost power last night for several hours. Glad I have a wood stove (it's an EPA stove so we aren't destroying the atmosphere). Heh.
Posted by: CountryGal | December 18, 2006 02:18 PM
This should take you to the audio for the BBC interview with the arrested suspect in the Ipswich killings.
He doesn't sound "posh" to me!
Posted by: vero | December 18, 2006 05:13 PM
Good morning! Hope everyone is enjoying this mild weather while it lasts. I have to finish my shopping at the last minute, as usual.
This will make you laugh - I subscribe to a freelance writer newsletter and every few days there is a job posting.
Get a load of this one:
Write Online Book Reviews
We need 5 reviewers for 3 of our newly released titles.
We ask that you write a 1-3 Paragraph review with a 5 star rating (5 being best) of each of the 3 books. We will then ask that you forward the reviews over to us so that we can look over them before you post them on Amazon.com and Barns and Noble.com. Most of our reviewers are paid from $5- to $10 per review or $15.00 to $30.00 per 3 review book set. Unfortunately, Amazon has recently instituted a new procedure whereby you can only review books if you have an account that you have used to purchase books / products from them before, so in order to bid you must have an account with Amazon that you have used to purchased books with them from before. You are bidding on writing 5 reviews and posting them to Amazon.com, BarnesandNoble.com and lulu.com Long term work
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
Words fail me. ALFA ROMEO
Posted by: loretta | December 19, 2006 08:41 AM
How cynical can a person get? Geez!
Posted by: vero | December 19, 2006 09:00 AM
I hereby state categorically that I have never been paid for any review of any book that I have put up anywhere. They can have my humble opinion for nothing.
Posted by: vero | December 19, 2006 09:02 AM
http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/16277149/
Second arrest. Barbara found this link, but can't post from work.
Posted by: vero | December 19, 2006 05:14 PM