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!

Sunday Stealing!

It's time for another dose of "Sunday Stealing"! Link up *here* to play!

1. It's 2AM and you are not home. You are more than likely:
Coming home from a party or concert, passed out in the passenger seat

2. What's the last thing you spent more than $100 on?
All at once? I think it was at Old Navy...I went in for $1 flip flops,...and then...oops!

3. What do your bank checks look like?
Plain, ordinary- light blue background I believe.

4. Where did the shirt you are currently wearing come from?
Haha Old Navy!

5. Name something that will be on your Christmas wish list:
KINDLE!!! Or an iPad...haha, oh who am I kidding, I can barely learn to use my cell phone- I'll just keep dreaming~!

6. What color is your toothbrush?
Pink and white

7. Name something you collect and tell us about it.
From the looks of my apartment I collect magazines! But really I just don't have time/energy/desire to read them all! I do keep a collection to tear funny words/pics out of for scrapbooking though, and for helpful tips on various situations/problems.

8. Last restaurant you ate at. Who were you with? How was it?
Old Man Rafferty's yesterday. It was my first time there, and I was there for a friend's birthday. I was with about 20 other people, more than half of whom I didn't know. But the company was good, and the food was DELICIOUS! I love a good brunch.

9. Who was the last person you bought a birthday card for?
My friend's birthday yesterday, Kelly!

10. What is your worst bad habit?
Hmm I think it's a tie between smoking and procrastination.

11. Name a magazine you subscribe to?
TimeOut NewYork. Lots of fun, interesting ideas for stuff to do/eat/shop for/see in and around NYC.

12. Your favorite pizza toppings?
Either jalapeno and ham (Hawaiian) or sausage. Or plain old cheese.

13. Whose number were you looking up the last time you used a phone book?
A coworker in the work directory. I don't remember the last time I used a real phone book.

14. Other than family, who is the person that you love most?
C <3

15. What is the last thing you cooked?
HAHAHA!!! Ahh, that was a good joke! I think the last thing I attempted to cook was Stove Top...it didn't go so well...

16. Name something you wouldn't want to buy used?
Bed sheets, shoes, underwear (inclugin lingerie), bathing suits, goggles...

17. Which shoe do you put on first?
Right. Always. If I somehow or for some reason put on the left one first, I have to take both off and redo. It's a weird quirk I have.

18. What is the last thing you remember losing?
My mind!! No relaly, I think I misplaced a pair of earrings...I couldn't find them this morning.

19. What is the ugliest piece of furniture in your house?
A swivel chair that was C's like, grandmother's or great-aunt's or something. It is an ugly orange-y patterned fabric, stiff, and not at all comfortabe to sit on!

20. Last thing you bought and ended up returning?
I believe it was a pair of pants that C's mom bought me for Christmas. They were SOOO tight!

Though I do have to go return Old Navy flip flops (they didn't have the color I wanted when I bought them for $1), a Victoria's Secret bra (I bought this bra too small, I've been calling for over a month and they never seem to have my size- it's one of the most common sizes- so rediculous), and a book (I bought it for my mom for Mother's Day, but first she stood me up ON Mother's Day, and then asked for money instead, so I'm returning her present).

21. What perfume/cologne do you wear? If none, why?
To work, I wear Philosophy's Amazing Grace. It's a crisp, clean scent. For going out, I switch between J.Lo's Love at First Glow and Britney's Curious.

22. Your favorite board game?
APPLES to APPLES!!! So much fun!

23. What was the last board game you played?
I think it was Apples to Apples. Actually...I'm not sure if that counts as a board game...

24. Where did your vehicle come from?
I don't currently have a vehicle :( 

The last one I had came from my mom's friend who was a mechanic and was able to do a fixer-upper on a gorgeous silver Hyundai Tiberon though.

25. If a movie was made about your life what would the theme song be?
Hmmm...not sure. Maybe The Adventure by Angels and Aiwaves

26. You're sad, who can cheer you up easily?
The guy from "The End of The World" flash video found here. Works just about every time!

27. What was the color of the bridesmaid dresses of the last wedding you went to?
The last 2 weddings I went to didn't have bridesmaids...sooo I don't remember.

28. What house cleaning chore do you hate to do the most?
Ironing. I HATE it! Which is why it's so good that C can do it and doesn't mind!

29. What is your favorite way to eat chicken?
With cheese and marinara sauce a la chicken parmesan! It's my favorite meal.

30. It is your birthday. You hope the cake is?
Ice cream! Or if not ice cream, at least chocolate-y.

Geeting to Know You Sunday

*To play..copy the questions..answer them..then come back here and link up*
The questions..

1. If a person has a booger in their nose. and you can see it, do you tell them?
Yes. That's gross. And I wouldn't want someone letting me walk around with boggers hanging out.

2. What are you passionate about?
Right now I don't feel like I have time to be truly passionate about anything. I feel like I'm in a rat race- every day just working, commuting, eating, doing more work, and going to sleep to repeat, with some fun events sprinkled in at times. So...I guess I'm passionate about "doing nothing"/relaxing!

3. How long have you been blogging?
On and off since 2000-ish.

4. What is your favorite "summer" drink?
Non-alcoholic: sweet tea. Alcoholic: White Zinfandel or Mimosas (beer is good any time of year)

5. What is your favorite type of music?
R&B, pop, reggae

6. Something I do before I go to bed is......?
set the alarm...like 4 times

7. My Summer vacation plans are...?
Not sure since we may be heading to a wedding in Cabo San Lucas Mexico in September. We may just spend the summer saving. Or if we can't afford it, then probably a short trip to Florida...or Puerto Rico...

8. My favorite must have, can't live without, beauty product is?

lip gloss- I'm loving Revlon's Super Lustrous in Pink Pursuit that I got for *free!* in the goody bag I received from participating in the Revlon Walk. It's super shiny, and is thick enough for staying power, but not overwhelmingly goopy. And the shade works for just about every skin tone.

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.

Pieces of Me - June Edition!

This month....

I like: that is will officially be SUMMER! My fave season!

I don't like: that i didn't get to go to C's prom (as a chaperon) at the Camden Aquarium because they sold too many tickets. And I especially don't like how they told me the day of. :'(

I want you to know: that I finally got my license! WOOHOO!!

I've planned: to attend a Phillies game, more baby birthdays, Shecky's Girls Night Out, and hopefully hopefully got to Montreal's International Jazz Festival. Oh, and pay off another debt in full! w00t!

I want to say to someone special: WELCOME HOME! I MISSED YOUUU!

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Wednesday Wickedness

Hey guys! It's another installment of Wednesday Wickedness! From the *site*: We are like other memes in that we will ask you ten questions each and every Wednesday. But our little "twist" is that each week we will pick a famous person and pick ten of their quotes. Each of our questions will be based on the quotes. Got it? Great! Let's begin this week's meme!

Phil Jackson-former baller/current coach of the LA Lakers

1. "Always keep an open mind and a compassionate heart.” Do you ALWAYS keep an open mind?
I try to, but I'm sure I don't.

2. “Wisdom is always an overmatch for strength.” Who is the wisest person you know? Who is the strongest?
Veronica is the wisest. My mom is probably the strongest person I know- gotta give credit where it's due.

3. "Yes, victory is sweet, but it doesn't necessarily make life any easier the next season or even the next day." Do you think a successful day at your job makes the next day better or not?
I think a successful day makes you look forward to the next day more positively, so in that respect, yes, it makes it better.

4. "...True joy comes from being fully present in each and every moment, not just when things are going your way." How would we tell by your behavior if you are having a bad day?
I wear my heart on my sleeve. You would most definitely know if I'm having a bad day!

5. "I gave it my body and mind, but I have kept my soul." Do you have days when you feel you gave it your all, but may have compromised your values?
uhhh...sure?

6. "Your problems never cease. They just change." What do you feel is your biggest problem at the moment?
Money. "Mo' money, mo' problems"...less money, mo' problems too! Oh, and finding a new place to live being that they just raised our rent for next year...arghhh.

7. "My dad always had this little sign on his desk: "The bigger your head is, the easier your shoes are to fill." He really drilled that in." Does your ego sometimes get in your way?
Yup.

8. "There is a saying that I love...It says: "There are no Zen masters, there's only Zen." "Zen master" is a contradiction in terms. You don't master Zen." Do you believe in Zen? If yes, can it be mastered?
These questions are boring me. Phil Jackson seems to have some sucky quotes. I'm all for Zen- Namaste friends.

9. "You can not teach competitiveness." Do you believe you could teach someone, like your child, to be competitive?
No, I think they have to be competitve on their own.

10. "Home is where the heart is, right?” Obviously Phil didn't originate this quote. He said it when asked if he'd retire after this season. Do you believe home is not a place but rather a state of mind?
Yes- I believe home is a state of mind. What's with all the yes/no questions?

Getting to Know You Sunday

To play..copy the questions..post them..than come back here and link up!

1. Have you ever snooped around someone else's house?
I most certainly have in the past. Snooping through now-ex bf's apartments was a favorite. Never knew what I would find!

2. Can guys and girls be friends?
Yes, but not without some sort of romantic inclinations on one side or the other. Ever seen When Harry Met Sally...I think Harry explained it best.

3. Can you curl your tongue?
Yup!

4. Have you ever stolen anything?
Yes, but nothing major. Except maybe a heart or two ;)

5. Would you rather talk on the phone or text?
Text

6. Memorial Day plans?
Well... we were trying to go on a lil getaway, but lack of planning and money put a wrench in that. So mainly just hanging out/relaxing. Yesterday was fun- we went to a friend's for some time by the pool, BBQ, and Yahtzee.

7. What do you do to relax?
Watch TV/romantic comedies, read mags, have an adult beverage or two, hang out with friends, read blogs, listen to music, play Solitaire, hang with C...

8. Do you do anything to honor those that have died fighting for our freedom?
Not really. Say a lil prayer in thanks. I used to go to participate in the parade, but not in years.