Facebook Quiz #1

Okay I’ve been at a complete loss lately as to what to post(hence no posts). So I found some fun Facebook Quizzes over at one of my favorite blogs “A Thousand Words” since I am nothing but a dork I decided to borrow them.

Basic Info
Do you like to cook?: Sometimes
Do you eat out more often than you cook?: if I can
Do you like sports?: Heck yes
How do you spend your free time?: on the internet or reading
What state are you from?: Washington

Favorites
soda?: Club soda (yes I do realize I’m a freak)
kind of cooked fish?: Salmon I guess?
activity to do with your kids?: depends on the day
thing you like to do alone?: read, write, surf the net
thing you like to do with your loved one?: nothing

Have you Ever
been camping?: yes
sucked helium from a balloon?: yup
walked around your house naked?: sure a long time ago
wanted to live in another country?: hell yeah. All the time. I blame my Canadian blood
been banned from somewhere?: not that I’m aware of

Do you
lie or always tell the truth?: Try to always tell the truth
have a college degree?: working on it
have a lot of friends on your facebook?: I guess you could say that…
grow your own vegetables?: sure do
feel your are a creative person?: depends on in what way you mean? Writing yes. Art? No

What is
your mother like?: Insane, like totally insane in the not good way
your father like?: Fun to be around most of the time
your motto?: Always do what you can.
your religion?: mixed
something you couldn't do as a child that you do now?: tons of things

This/That
Crosswords or Word Search?: Word Search
Are you passive or aggressive?: depends on the situation
Play in the snow or Stay inside and drink cocoa?: play in the snow. until someone starts to cry. Than it sucks.
Better to be rich and alone or poor with lots of love?: Uh…it’s a toss up.
OMG or WTF?: WTF OMG!

Relationships
On a first date, what would make you leave early?: idiocy and uncomfortableness I guess
Do you kiss on the first date?: uh well I don’t know I’ve only been on a few first dates
How old were you when you first dated?: 16
Would you date someone that used to do drugs?: yeah
Would you care if your significant other went to a strip club?: depends I guess…

Finish...
If I had to spend $1000 in one day I'd....: not know where to start.
I usually shop at...: the feed store
My biggest concern right now is....: a lot of things but probably my car
I'm so happy that....: it stopped snowing
I am totally craving a....: snickers

Firsts
Halloween?: I think it was a bee?
time you bought a computer?: four years ago
text today?: I don’t think I want to repeat it.
person you talked to today?: Some random person at my college
person you called today on the phone?: see above

Lasts
time you caught someone lying?: uh…I don’t remember
time you went shopping?: Saturday. It was hell.
time you flew in a plane?: November 21st, 2008 I think? It was after I went to Burbank
trip you took?: Vancouver, April 2009
time you slept on the floor?: This summer

So many posts I could be writing but instead I’ll write this one…

I love my British friends.

 

See they know what I like and they send me wonderful care packages. I love getting mail, but i love it even more when that mail is either laugh out loud funny or filled with chocolate and other goodies.

 

My first British care package arrived sometime late last year. It had a short funny story that one of my awesome friends Barcardi wrote for me. I’ve carried that thing to many an event where I knew I might need cheering up and it has helped to keep a smile on my face.

 

Then at Christmas she sent me another lovely care package filled with chocolate and presents for the wee one. Not just any chocolate mind you, but the GOOD British Cadbury’s (and yes there is a difference from American Cadburys).  I’m a sucker for chocolate.

Throw in an adorable bear for the wee one and I’m a goner.

 

The end of last month another friend Mirth sent me a care package chock full of Wagon Wheels:

 

Which are similar to the American Moon Pie but 100 million times tastier. She also sent me a LOL picture, but I am too stingy to share it(because frankly it’s a personal running joke, and would take far too long to explain). Lets just say it is totally fun and I grin every time I look at it.

Same day the WW’s and the LOL picture arrived I also found a new little friend in the mail:

 

That is a pewter squirrel pin that my good friend Sam sent me.

 

So imagine my surprise the other day when I went to the mailbox and found from Barcardi an envelope chock full of English Cadbury goodness. I’ve now hidden it away in hopes that this time it lasts me more than 2 days. Though with a night like tonight that is doubtful.

Squirrel Fiction is now live

Just wanted to say that if you want to check out what I've been doing lately this is probably the place to go.

See a number of months ago I got involved in writing for a group of my friends the "Squirrels" over on the Dgeek forum.

Originally I was planning on just writing one story and calling it quits. Then I discovered how much fun it was to write the stuff(as you get to intermix real people into fictional situations). So I kept writing it.

The I discovered Photoshop and started making banners and art for fun.

Nikki and I were creating so much content that it started to overwhelm her personal blog where we had been publishing so she set up the New home of Squirrel Fiction.

Squirrel Fiction Network is a fun place to drop by have a good laugh and kick your feet up. So if you feel so inclined to- drop by say hi! But be warned our inner geeks are out in full over there :D

Let the re-construction commence

So I arrived home to find that Kenzie was upstairs playing in her room. Quietly. Now as all moms know quiet equals Trouble.

This time was no different.

I went upstairs to find this:

Looks okay at first glance right? (ignore the crib without a mattress)

Well look again, try the right wall(the one with the door)

Notice anything missing?

That's right, the toddler pulled off all FIFTEEN FEET of the wall border.

Now then onto a very very important topic. I was given a very special award by one of my favorite bloggers (thanks, LSHM). Now I have the distinction of passing on this goregous award to a very favorite blogger of mine.

I award the Tiara Award to Lotus.

Nobody deserves this more than you my dear, Lotus!

And the award goes to

So since I don't have any awards for my blog currently and didn't feel like going and stealing one from somewhere, to award my new favorite blog, I figured I'd make one up. I have no clue how acceptable this is but I'm sure that they won't turn down a blog award(cause really who would)?

I'd like to introduce the Smokin' Hot Blog Award.

There is only one real 'rule' for this award. It should be given to a blogger who makes you laugh/snort/chuckle, on a regular basis.

Now without further ado, I'd like to hereby present my new award to

*Drum Roll*

Law Student Hot Mama

Are you reading her blog yet? No? Well why the heck not?

She is seriously funny and when she recently went on 'vacation' I missed her witty blog so much that I kept re-reading her feeds. Make sure you check out her T.I.T's  series she runs every Tuesday that is guaranteed to make you at least a little peeved about something.

In which I admit I have a problem

First off welcome to this meeting of TV addicts anonymous I am leading this group, and there fore will start us off. I have decided that after last night, I may need to come clean about my addiction. That's right I am addicted to something(I know it comes a a shock right? *cues crickets*)

Hi, my name is, wait this is my blog so therefore you probably already know who I am because you are reading MY blog. Pfft! I'm not going to introduce myself to y'all!


I am addicted to Blood Ties. Blood Ties is a fun, witty, adventure-filled show, mixed with just the right amount of romance, and intrigue. The TV show is based off the Vicki Nelson series of books written by Tanya Huff. I actually discovered this show at the end of its first 'season'(do not even start me on THAT topic) last spring(2007). I saw one episode, Norman and was instantly hooked. I then spent the summer tracking down 4 of the 5 books, and the anthology of short stories, and also all of the episodes previously available on iTunes.

The books were written in such a serious yet fun tone, that they transfer beautifully to the small screen. The three main characters, just gel together so much that at times I almost felt as if I was intruding into moments not meant to be seen by the average person. The series was adapted from the books with several episodes being based on stories that happened in the first four books(I do not foresee them touching the fifth and final book on the series EVER).

The series is set in Toronto, and follows a former cop turned PI, Vicki Nelson, as she enters the world of all things paranormal and strange. She teams up with the quirky 480 year old, Henry Fitzroy, son of the infamous Henry the VIII. Vicki drags her unwitting former partner, and ex-lover, Mike Celluci, along for the ride as well. Toss in the amazing supporting cast, and you have the basis for a wonderful, strong cast of characters that constantly amaze and surprise you.

Blood Ties' dialogue is an amazing masterpiece in and of itself. It is filled with fun, witty repartee that always hits the mark just where it should. I have yet to find an episode without at least one giggle worthy line in it. I am always amazed at how even the serious stuff comes across so well because of the wonderful talent on the show. It is because of the wonderful talent that the main love 'triangle' comes across so poignantly and skillfully to the viewer. There is a lot of nuance and tease used to convey messages and if you are not paying close attention you will most defiantly miss something. I know that each time I watch an episode, I always find something that I missed before.

Unfortunately for me and my addiction, it has now been just about five months since the last episode of 'season two' aired online. I am hoping against all odds that some network, somewhere finds it in their hearts to pick up the series and continue it, but I am starting to focus on other things- such as when the DVDs may someday be released in the US. Though I remain ever hopeful, and vigilant for word, any word that we have a go for a true second season. Now if you excuse me I have to go find my copy of Blood Lines that I am rereading for the 10Th time.

A blog about my secret life

Now as many of my readers may or may not know, I am somewhat of a TV nut. I will watch anything that catches my eye(or at least DVR it in hopes of watching it later) and if I find an actor/actress that I particularly like I have the tendency to track down their whole body of work. I go through 'phases' of who I like, what I like and what I follow closely.

Recently I discovered another side to my persona, it is that of a Sci Fi Geek/Nerd. I'm quite proud of this side of myself as I have discovered it has made me much more comfortable in my own skin and allowed me to relax into relationships that I'd never of imagined before. This side of my persona has also led me to the discovery of some wonderful preformers that I may never of even found otherwise. I am constantly amazed by the depth and breadth of some of these people's skills.

Take David Hewlett for example- he is not only an amazing actor on Stargate Atlantis, but he has also written, directed, and starred in his own independent production- A Dog's Breakfast. Everything I have seen him in has amazed me. I am still tracking down pieces of his work(Cube, Nothing) but have been very impressed by everything I have thus far seen. He has done work in tv and movies both. I actually discovered this year that one of my favorite christmas movies that I have partook in for years he was in- On the 2nd Day of Christmas. I find that even when he is playing a 'bad guy' it is nearly impossible not to be blown away by his talent.

Another wonderful actor I have absolutely fallen head over heels for is Dylan Neal, I 'met' him years ago and never noticed him. I have just begun tracking down his work, but have been absolutely blown away by his preformance in Blood Ties. He recently guest starred in Stargate Atlantis, and I was so shocked(I try to avoid spoilers like the plague) that I think I got a wee bit of whiplash when I heard his voice. I could go on, and on about my crush on him but I'll spare you for the moment.

Also from Blood Ties I found Kyle Schmid who has also suddenly seemed to crop up in a lot of movies and shows that I watch. Maybe its just because I am more tuned to notice him now, I'm not sure the reason but I have come to be able to identify him even from behind. He has been in a lot of 'Kids' movies- The Pacifier, The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants, The Cheetah Girls, Sex and the Single Mom, the list goes on forever.

Though I must say that my absolute favorite 'new' actress is hands down Christina Cox. She is an actress that truely amazes me. I am as I have freely admitted a giant tomboy. Christina, is an actress who through her preformances can actually get little old me to show some emotion on the surface. I sat watching her latest movie Making Mr. Right, I found myself laughing, than smiling, even to the point of tears towards the end. I can't even begin to count how many times in watching her on Blood Ties her preformance elicited such a strong emotional pull that I actually found myself wiping away tears, be they from laughter, or just the belivability of the pain she portrayed. Even as I sit here typing this entry out just thinking about some of the stuff I have seen her in is making me smile.

So hats off to all of you wonderful actors, and actresses who go out in the limelight to portray our favorite charaters.

Gosh, I feel like a stalker

So I am back to feeling like a bit of a blog stalker lately.

I cannot get enough of Sarcastic Mom's blog. I find myself checking back at her blog every chance I get, just in case she has posted something new. I always find myself in stitches reading her posts- you should run right over and meet her twins Kevin and Leroy! They are distant relatives of my yet unnamed fat rolls(I don't want to encourage them by naming them).


I have also become obsessed a serious follower of Mrs. Fussypants. She always makes me giggle too. I LOVE her "Fussy Fights The Frump" series I need to actually start reading back issues after my fashion disaster recently(the one in which i discovered i'm wearing maternity clothes).

I have been a long time follower of Dawn. She is a full time mom to six kids. I am in awe of her! She is amazingly funny and will have a book coming out this summer!

Oh did I happen to mention that Lotus(sarcastic mom) and Fussy are up for bloggies? No I didn't? Oh! well then! Fussy and Lotus are both up for best new blog of the year! Go vote for them!
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OH! I almost forgot to mention that I have now made my blog a DOFOLLOW blog! So comment away oh, wonderful readers!

Blogger shoutouts

So lately I have been spending an inordinate amount of time wandering around various parenting blogs and have come to love quite a few of them. So today(before i get to posting back posts)

http://mom2my6pack.blogspot.com/ Dawn's blog is hilarious I have been following it like gospel for about 3 months now(i know it was pre halloween but cant remember how pre). I have spent many fun filled evenings reading her adventures

http://sarcasticmom.com/ I have recently found this blog and it has kept me in stitches ever since. i have been trying to get caught up on the archives and failing miserably but hey at least i am still laughing.

http://fussypants.typepad.com/whatsmartmommiesknow/ I found fussypants thanks to sarcastic mom's blog it is HI LA RI OU S!

http://mitchmcdad.com/ technically a daddy blog but still funny(check out the mitchmcdad girls interview)

http://howabouttwo.blogspot.com/ I've been following rob's journey into the scary world of parenting since around march it has been a fun ride(despite the sadness)