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Cruel and Unusual

Diane Hoffman tagged in a meme last month which I didn’t come across until a few days ago. I felt bad that I didn’t know about it when it was first posted, so I did what any good blogger would do – I followed the instructions immediately and took a photo of myself right then and there- regardless of the fact that I hadn’t showered that day and was looking – and feeling – rather BLAH.

Warning: Photo is coming soon!

Diane is the blogger over at The Mommy Diaries who was tagged with this rather unusual game of GOTCHA! by Sassy Irish Lassie, who was tagged by Girl in the Glasses who was tagged by…I am determined to find out who started this madness!

OK – Before I share the startling photo with you, here are the rules:
1) Take a picture of yourself right NOW!
2) DON’T change your clothes, DON’T fix your hair… Just take a picture.
3) Post that picture with NO editing.
4) Post these instruction with your picture.
5)Tag 10 people to do this..
And, what you’ve all been waiting for (shield your little ones from the screen):


And yes, I’m tagging these 10 *lucky* bloggers whom I will harass daily until they participate:

  1. The Bloggess
  2. Motherlode
  3. Mommas Tantrum
  4. Busy Mom
  5. Mom 101
  6. Suburban Turmoil
  7. My Tiny Kingdom
  8. Mitch McDad
  9. Sheena “Mommyblogger” Williams
  10. Thursday Drive

Please don’t hate me because I’m beautiful!

Giving Thanks

This year, I’m grateful for:

My son - He’s nearly five and he is becoming such a mature young man. He makes me laugh on a regular basis and inspires me to be the best mom I can possibly be. I’m so proud of him and all he’s learning and accomplishing.

My son’s teachers – There are many teachers who work with my son on a weekly basis. From the two teachers in his classroom, to the Spanish, Art, Music, PE and Enrichment classes, these amazing educators put so much time and energy into each and every child that they teach.

My parents – My mom and dad are always there for me when I need them. They’ve flown out to San Diego so many times since my son was born that I couldn’t possibly pay them back for all the miles and airport adventures they’ve experienced on our behalf. They’re flying out again in mid-December and I couldn’t be more thrilled to have them here for both Christmas and my son’s 5th birthday.

My sister – She’s put up with me for years and still manages to listen, offer advice and know me better than anyone ever could. She’s a great mom, a super-cool aunt, a wonderful friend, fabulous wife, and an amazing massage therapist!

My ex-husband – He’s put up with my moods and listened to my opinions whether he’s agreed with me or not (mostly not). He’s always there for our son and helps me out when I truly need it. He’s a fantastic father and I love seeing my son’s face light up when he gets dropped off at his dad’s house or when he gets picked up from mine.

My co-workers – These are the women I see on a daily basis. They’ve seen me through a wedding, pregnancy and supported me through my divorce. They have truly become great friends and mentors who have guided me in my career and helped me in “real” life.

My colleagues – For providing emotional support, offering suggestions and allowing me to do the same.

My clients – For trusting me with their parenting issues and allowing me to work closely with their families and recommending me to other moms and dads.

My readers – I’m truly grateful for my readers, who loyally visit the sites I write at (here, Intent, and the Examiner) and leave comments, provide great feedback and share my site with others.

My friends – For those who follow me on Twitter, Facebook, or who know me in the offline world, I could not have gotten through the last few years without them, especially those who listened to me bitch, complain and allowed me to share my random thoughts at wee hours in the morning.

What and who are you thankful for this year? If you have a blog, add yours to the I am Thankful Meme, hosted by Mommy Community.

Me Me Me

How would your mother describe you in one word?
Daring.

What is your favorite flower?

Dahlia.

What is the most insane question you’ve ever been asked?
“Can I be honest with you?”

What word in the English language do you wish you had invented?
Onomatopoeia.

Where would you like to live?
Santa Cruz.

What animal best describes the kind of guy you’d be interested in?
Cougar.

What do you miss about your childhood?
Recess.

What is the main fault in your character?
Thinking out loud.

Who is your favorite historical figure?
Rosa Parks.

Describe how you kiss in one word.
Hungrily.

Finish the sentence: “Happiness is a thing called…”
Love.

A Little Meme

I discovered a mention of the Kane/Miller Japanese title, Breasts, this morning on the Paradise Found blog and browsed the site since it’s new to me. I also found this little meme posted there yesterday and thought it’d be fun to continue it here.


From Japan
Breasts
by Genichiro Yagyu

All memes, no matter what the subject, remind me of Trudy White’s Could You? Would You? I’m always up for promoting anything to get young people talking and getting to know each other – or themselves – better. I consider myself young (at heart) so I’ll begin…


From Australia
Could You? Would You?
by Trudy White

1. Name one person who made you laugh last night?

My best friend from college.

2. What were you doing at 8:00am?

Still trying to wake up.

3. What were you doing 30 minutes ago?

Responding to over a dozen emails.

4. What happened to you in 2006?

My husband filed for divorced (can’t recall much else from that year…)

5. What was the last thing you said out loud?

Thank you.

6. How many beverages did you have today?

Still working on my first.

7. What color is your hairbrush?

I don’t use a hairbrush, but my comb is blue.

8. What was the last thing you paid for?

Coffee

9. Where were you last night?

At the office until 10pm

10. What color is your front door?

Dark brown

11. Where do you keep your change?

In a jar on the kitchen table that reads: Family Fun Night

12. What’s the weather like today?

Overcast, foggy.

13. What’s the best ice-cream flavor?

14. What excites you?

Spending a day with family

15. Do you want to cut your hair?

No, it’s short enough as it is.

16. Are you over the age of 25?

Yes, thank god.

17. Do you talk a lot?

Yes, too much.

18. Do you watch the O.C.?

No. And I’m appalled that other people do.

19. Do you know anyone named Steven?

Yes, but only through a friend of a friend.

20. Do you make up your own words?

Of course.

21. Are you a jealous person?

Yes, sometimes.

22. Name a friend whose name starts with the letter ‘A’

Andrea, Alison, Amber… (Hi, ladies!)

23. Name a friend whose name starts with the letter ‘K’

Kira

24. Who’s the first person on your received call list?

My son’s father

25. What does the last text message you received say

“Yeah, right. Maybe if I win the lotto.”

26. Do you chew on your straw?

No.

27. Do you have curly hair?

No.

28. Where’s the next place you’re going to?

Palm Springs

29. Who’s the rudest person in your life?

Can’t think of anyone

30. What was the last thing you ate?

a muffin

31. Will you get married in the future?

My first marriage just ended, and no, I don’t think I will have a second go.

32. What’s the best movie you’ve seen in the past 2 weeks?


A Night at the Museum (this is actually the only movie I’ve seen in the past 2 weeks)

33. Is there anyone you like right now?

Sure, lots of people!

34. When was the last time you did the dishes?

A few days ago

35. Are you currently depressed?

No, should I be?

36. Did you cry today?

Not yet!

37. Why did you answer and post this?

I’ve been having bad luck this week and thought perhaps answering random questions about myself would cheer me up. It has.

My First Meme

I didn’t actually create this meme but I’m passing it along. Is this allowed? I’m new to the whole blogging thing so please cut me some slack if I’m not following netiquette rules.

This may be old news to many kidlit blogsters, but Kimbooktu posted a meme a few weeks back (yep, I’m that far behind) that I just have to share.

My responses to these questions (although I realize no one asked me):

1. Hardcover or paperback, and why?


Hardcover: Why not?

2. If I were to own a book shop I would call it…

Read-Head Books
(because both my son and I are red-heads)

3. My favorite quote from a book (mention the title) is…


“…sometimes bad things happen so that good things can happen. You just had to make the best of it.” - Dougal the Garbage Dump Bear, by Matt Dray

4. The author (alive or diseased) I would love to have lunch with would be ….


I have nothing to say, other than not one person (so far) has commented on this major typo…I think she meant deceased?

5. If I was going to a deserted island and could only bring one book, except from the SAS survival guide, it would be…


I’m not sure why I would be going to a deserted island, but if I were, I would bring The Short and Incredibly Happy Life of Riley by Colin Thompson and Amy Lissiat, to remind myself “...to be happy with a lot less.


6. I would love someone to invent a bookish gadget that….


Created an extra hour in each day devoted just for reading.

7. The smell of an old book reminds me of…


HOME

8. If I could be the lead character in a book (mention the title), it would be….


When I was young I wanted to be Pippy Longstocking or Anne (of Green Gables). They’re both red-heads.

9. The most overestimated book of all times is….


The Da Vinci Code

10. I hate it when a (good) book….


comes to an end.

And, just to keep things exciting, I tag Betsy, Pam, Liz, Mindy, Jen and Jules.

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