Saturday 9: Half the Man I Used to Be

1. Do you feel that you are essentially the same person that your were ten years ago?
No no no! Ten years ago,  I was still in high school! So living at home, being an honor student, in marching band!, with a complete different set of friends, and was being led around by mom and friends. Now, I'm living with my boyfriend, different friends, working woman, with a voice and mind of my own.

2. Is there something that you have to give all or nothing to?
Yes, fixing my financial situation. It's a battle every payday, and every time I want to buy something or go out!

3. Have you ever gambled? What have you bet on and for how much?
Yes, in Atlantic City, Mohegan Sun (Ct.), and Puerto Rico. I've played roulette and the slots. The most I won was $42, but I hadn't spent anything because I was playing with a (rich) friend, and he had made the bet!
4. Can you sleep anywhere or does it have to be in a bed?
I can fall asleep literally anywhere. Bed, couch, trains, cars, and my personal fave-just because it's so completely random- a techno tent at a music festival! I woke up with a guy spinning glo sticks waaay too close to my head!

5. Tell us about the most disastrous or embarrassing first impression you've ever made on someone.
Nothing too crazy comes to mind. Though I did show up at a job interview really sick, sneezing, coughing, and stuffed/running nose...at a spa. I obviously didn't get the job.

6. Do you have a memorable "ripped clothing" moment in your life? No? How about in someone else's?
I have several, because my booty decided to grow. The first happened in a college class, I got up to leave, and heard the riiiiip! Luckily it was winter, so I had a jacket to cover up. And it was close to my birthday, so my friends wrote wonderful things on them! I still have them somewhere.

7. What's changed on your blog since its inception? ...a redo? ...a change of pace? ...or is it about the same? Everything, except the voice/way of speaking. I've changed the space (livejournal to blogger), the layout, how often I write, amount of memes, and before I included more personal poems and song lyrics, but I haven't written (bad/any) poetry in a long time.

8. If you could travel back in time and whisper something to yourself ten years ago, what would it be? Nothing. The one person I didn't listen to 10 years ago was myself. Plus, my story has ended yet, and many of the issues I have now started around 8 years ago- but if I were to go back to then, I would tell myself to not listen to my mom about getting those credit cards! And to not party so hard my freshman year of college (though it was really really fun!).

9. Okay, let's have it! What's the craziest, most impulsive thing you've ever done?
Probably sky diving. A girl I barely knew- a friend of a friend- was at a girls beach day I went to, and she mentioned going skydiving for her 30th birthday, and I just asked if I could come. And then I did- one week later!

Saturday 9: Welcome Back

1. Where were you the last time that someone welcomed you back?
The bathroom haha

2. Tell us who is you favorite non-family member to hang out with?
C!

3. What was the last thing that happened to anger you?
Missing my train at 12AM on Thursday from NYC to home. It was late, I was tired, and a lil drunk. And angry.

4. What was the last thing that you saw that was shocking to see?
Animal hoarding.

5. What is your favorite thing to do on Saturday besides Saturday 9?
Anything/nothing. Today I'm going to a Phillies game which is fun. Summer- beach is fun when it's not crowded. Just hanging out.

6. Have you had your summer vacation yet? If yes tell us about it.
Nope. We're taking it in mid-September for a friend's wedding. Mexico, here we come!

7. Pick out one of your cousins and tell us about them.
Well I only know and met one of my cousins- he's cool. He just graduated college and returned to Trinidad to be a beach bum!

8. Do you have any special plans for next week?
So far just taking C's parents out for an anniversary dinner.

9. At what age will you consider yourself old and why?
Probably 30, just because by that time a lot of friends will be settled down and not fun anymore!

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Today I am going to a Phillies game with C and 2 friends, and that makes me happy!

Saturday 9: Superstitions and Happy Day 14

1. What are you superstitious about?
Friday the 13th, black cats, a ringing ear, a twitchy left eye...probably a few others that I can't remember right now...I'm pretty superstitious

2. What’s the story behind one of your scars?
I have a scar on the inside of my left arm right from when I was piggybacking on someone's back and they dropped me on gravel

3. What are three things that you would rather be doing right now?
Watching Eat, Pray, Love (just a few more hours though!), at the beach, or shopping

4. What do you do when you're bored?
Watch TV, blog, read other blogs, call people, or actually do whatever it is I'm supposed to be doing

5. What's your favorite thing to do? Why?
Travel. I enjoy new experiences and learning about different culture and seeing all there is to see

6. What do you do when you're lonely?
Pretty much the same thing I do when I'm bored, with a few more phone calls

7. How do you measure the passing of time in life?
A clock and a calendar

8. What would constitute "the perfectly lived day" for you?
Good food, good drinks, good company, and a sunny, warm day

9. If you knew you were going to die in a year, what would you do in your final days?
Say anything I meant to say to anyone, write a Will, and spend time with loved ones
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I don't enjoy cleaning, but I really like it when my home is clean, organized, and smelling fresh!

Saturday 9: Friends and Happy Day 7

1. How many of your friendships have lasted more than ten years? Which of your current friends do you feel will still be important to you ten years from now?
I can think of 3 good friends. 10 years from now, I can think of about 4 others.

2. When you look at yourself in the mirror, what’s the first thing you look at?
My hair

3. Who was the most recent person on your missed call list on your cell phone? What’s your relationship with the person?
I don't know the last 3 calls. But the 4th one is C...he is the boyfriend.

4. What did your last text message you received on your cell phone say?
"Ok, Got it!"

5. How would you “label” yourself?
A 20-something yuppie transplanted to the suburbs.

6. What was your favorite age that you’ve been?
I guess the one I am now.

7. What is your current desk top picture? What’s it significant?
 It's a pic of me and C in Maui, HI from last summer at our friend's wedding. That was a really really fun time. And it's a cute pic! (thankfully you cannot see those hideous shoes in the desktop version!)

8. What was the last thing you said to someone that you‘d like to take back?
F u. That wasn't very nice.

9. If you had to choose between a million bucks or to be able to go back in time and fix all your mistakes which would you choose?
The million. I think it would be impossible to go back and fix all my mistakes. Plus, without those mistakes I wouldn't be who I am today, and I'm not too bad. Also, I'd take the million so I can work on my future instead of going backwards in time.
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I am very happy to be spending some fun times with my friends M and D tonight! I haven't played games with these 2 in a looong time and it's sure to be great!

Saturday 9: Sun Rising

1. When was the last time that you watched a sunrise? Who were you with?
I think it may have been last July, when we went to see a sunrise from the top of the Volcano in Hawaii. It was sooo cold and misty! I was with a group of people, but most noteably C.

2. If President Obama promised he'd do one thing you asked, what would you ask him to do?
World Peace?

3. What is one experience that has strengthened your character the most so far?
Losing my first job right after college. What a wake-up call. But it was definitely necessary, and it lead me back to NYC.

4. What is the first thing that you usually do after completing Saturday 9?
Read other people's answers!

5. Tell us about someone either in your life or in the blogosphere that you think is extremely funny.
I have a friend who makes me laugh almost uncontrollably just about every time I see her. We just "get" each other. It's kind of hard to explain. The best part is that I don't think she even means to be funny.

6. Where was the last bed that you slept in that was not your own?
In a condo in Bethany Beach, DE. We had a weekend with 3 other couples at a friend's "beach" house.

7. Have you ever been too drunk to remember anything?
Yes, more than once.

8. Have you ever licked something to clean it?
Yes. My fingers, especially when buffalo wings or ribs are involved. Or a chili cheese dog.

9. Who, outside of family or a S/O, has influenced your life the most?
Hmm...probably one of my very good friends, Vero.

Saturday 9: Love Hurts

1. Tell us about the last time that you got hurt in the arena of love.
Christmas 2008. C broke my heart but he fixed it by New Years-ish.

2. Have you ever been part of the wedding party, other than your own?
Not yet. Very few of my friends are married.

3. Let's say you find yourself in Hell after you die. Think about everyone you've known in your life. Who would be the one person that would least likely to surprise you by being in Hell with you?
Tracie. The girl doesn't even curse. I don't know what she would be doing in Hell.

4. What brings you good luck?
Umm...my positive attitude? :p

5. Do you have a photo blog? If so, feel free to share the link with us!
Nope, sorry.

6. What is your biggest source of news? (Internet? Newspaper? Television? Radio? The Daily Show? Other?)
C. Sometimes newspaper. Sometimes the RSS Feed.

7. What's the hottest you've ever been in your life?
Now!

8. If you had to choose a theme song for your blog, which would would you choose and why?
I really like Gyptian's "Hold Yuh" right now, so that one.

9. Who was the last person you had an online conversation with that you've never met or talked to on your phone?
No one. I'm not into chatrooms, dating sites, and the like. No time or interest. The most "conversation" I've had is via comments in threads on blogs or Goodreads.

Saturday 9: Go Your Own Way

1. When was the last time you were told to go your own way?
C told me once. I think that was the last time.

2. What one experience has strengthened your character the most so far?
Losing my job in 2006.

3. What’s your favorite thing to do on a rainy day?
Cuddle and watch movies.

4. How long can you go without your cell phone?
Depends. If I'm out, until I notice it's missing. If I'm home, I can be without it all night. Unless of course I am waiting for a phone call.

5. Do you wish you were somewhere else right now?
Definitely not. I love exactly where I am right now- on my couch, watching Gilmore Girls, sipping on iced green tea, with the boo sleeping on the couch next to me.

6. Of all the people you’ve ever known, who have you most feared?
The Founder and CEO at my last job. Scary, scary lady.

7. Do people tell you that you look your age?
No, I look younger than I am....I hear it'll be a gift later in life. I'm still waiting for it.

8. Your ex shows up randomly at your house, what do you say?
Firstly, as you well know by now, I don’t do relationships. Secondly, IF I did, it would depend on why he’s an ex, and whether we’re still friends or not.

9. Do you believe everyone deserves a second chance?
"Hmm, most people do, but not all. What I mean by that is those who make certain ‘forgivable’ mistakes and the like yes. Murders, rapists, pedophiles, animal abusers, and the like absolutely not! Yes, that may seem harsh…but there are things I simply cannot forgive." -Shawnna. I agree completely.

Saturday 9: Make Me Say It Again, Girl

1. Do you feel that you need to keep repeating yourself when talking to a particular person?
Yes- my older coworker, "Silver Fox."

2. It's July. Do you have anything special planned?
BBQ today, George Clinton and P Funk Concert, Nas/Damian Marley concert, 4-day weekend in DE/MD...lots of fun planned!

3. Who is your big celebrity crush?
I like Bradley Cooper and George Clooney. And Alcide from True Blood.

4. Tell us about a local restaurant you are sure we'd love.
Teh Taco Truck in Hoboken, NJ. They finally opened a small restaurant, but are also still serving from the truck. SOO GOOOD! Also, Surf Taco in Point Pleasant Beach, NJ. So many options, and so fresh.

5. Tell us about the shyest person that you deal with regularly.
Shy? I don't know too many shy people.

6. What is your vision of heaven and hell?
Heaven has lots of sunshine, chocolate, and an open bar. Hell has lots of fire, and I imagine large rocks that you have to pull with a chain up extremely steep hills...over your back.

7. What is your neighborhood like?
It's an apartment complex with a large parking lot and lots of kids on bikes.

8. What's your favorite cook-out food?
Chicken skewers with peppers. And macaroni and potato salad.

9. When was the last time that you saw fireworks?
Last 4th of July.

Saturday 9: Goodbye to You

1. Have you had to say goodbye to a good friend or lover because they were moving?

Yes. The first one was my best friend from 1st to 3rd grade. Her name was Shaneisha. I still have her crayon box. She was my BFF, but she had to move with her family back to Jamaica.

2. Have you ever wanted to use personal information about someone to sort of "blackmail" them? If yes, tell us about it.

Yes. I definitely remember wanting to balckmail someone, but I don't think I ever actually did it.

3. What two things influenced the choice of your present job or to stay at home?

One, I needed a job. Two, it paid decently well. At least more than I was making.

4. Do you like warm weather? How warm does it get where you live? What is the best way to spend a hot, summer day?

I love warm weather! It gets up in the 100's on the hottest days. Best way to spend a hot summer day is on the beach with friends and C. And drinks. Mmm hmm...

5. What do you find "hot" in a man/woman? What is the first thing you notice about someone who is hot? Do you ever think of yourself as hot?

What I find "hot" first is usually size. I don't like short and/or scrawny guys. Then I notice eyes, followed quickly by smile. What I find really hot is personality and sense of humor, but obviously you can't tell this just by looking at someone. And yes, I do think I'm pretty hot most days ;)

6. Are you quick to anger? How do you react when you are angry or frustrated? What do you do to cool down?

I wouldn't say I'm quick to anger, but I let things build up and then I explode. I react usually by screaming and yelling. To cool down, usually I need to be away from teh person, and either talk to friends, or do something completely mindless like memes (sorry!), watching TV,...something to keep my mind distracted. Writing helps too.

7. In your family, who is the least like the rest of you?

My family consists of pretty much 2 people, so can't really answer...next!

8. What are a few great books that you've taken along to the beach or on vacation in years past? If you aren't a big reader, what do you do to while away the lazy hours?

I don't usually bring books because they are heavy and I have to pay attention to keeping them safe while I'm away from my spot on the beach. I'm more of a magazine reader/iPod listener/talker.

9. Do you like going outside during a thunderstorm and watching the lightening?

Heck no!!! I like to curl up under a blanket on my couch with some good TV or book when there's a thunderstorm!

Saturday 9: If I Had a Hammer

I admit, I've become slightly addicted to memes lately. I promise I will write a real post soon though, just bear with me for a lil bit! Thanks! And now my newest addition: Saturday 9!

1. Are you handy with tools?
No, not really. I'm better at being "the handyman's helper."

2. What was the best thing that happened to you this week?
Monday off- 3 day weekend!

3. What was the worst thing that happened to you this week?
I didn't get to go to the prom (as a chaperon) :( And I only found out the day of. And I was all excited, and trying on dresses the night before, and I had already told my boss that I would be leaving early from work. And the prom was being held at the Camden Aquarium- so it was really pretty with like 2 full walls of tanks and pretty fishies. *tear*

4. Do you think you act your age?
Sometimes.

5. Describe an item of clothing that has definitely seen better days but that you refuse to dispose of and still wear. Why won't you toss it?
The only item I can think of is the first pair of jeans my butt busted through. But it happened on my 20th beithday, so I had my friends write on them, and therefore I won't toss them. I don't wear them anymore though, obviously. Actually, I don't even remember where I put them, but I definitely wouldn't have thrown them out.

6. What is your favorite summertime beverage?
White zinfandel, mimosas, sweet tea...

7. Have you ever lied about your age?
Of course- when I was under 21~!

8. What was the most memorable birthday party you've attended?
My friend's 30th birthday CRUISE to the BAHAMAS! Best birthday party everrr!

9. What is something that really frightens you, and can you trace it back to an event in your life?
The only things that truly frighten me are death and lonliness, and I can't trace back either one of them, sorry.