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“The HonestScrap award comes with a caveat or two. Firstly, you have to tell your readers ten things about you they may not know, but that are true. Secondly, you have to tag 10 people with the award.”

Jessica tagged me and I will be tagging: Laura, Melissa, Elizabeth, Jessica and Crystal. By the way, I don’t know why it’s assumed that I have 10 friends to tag for this but it is making me feel pressured and slightly depressed. Anyway, let’s get on to the good (or not-so) stuff.

1) I like to eat my sandwiches and hamburgers from the outside and work my way in.

2) I absolutely and positively adore Conan O’Brien.

3) My daughter’s middle name Elise comes from the song “A Letter to Elise” by The Cure. My husband and I love that song and have for years. I’ve actually known that would be my daughter’s (if I had a daughter) first or middle name for years.

4) I love doing yard work. Mowing, weed eating, trimming trees, etc. The smell of fresh cut grass just tickles my nose and has nostalgia written all over it.

5) Family Guy is my all time favorite tv show. That kind of humor is right up my alley. Though the latest season isn’t impressive. They’re taking the “shock value humor” (blood, extreme racial jokes, violence, etc.) a little too far for me.

6) Being a Mommy has been my dream job since I was a little girl and I am finally living that dream! And you’re probably wondering if it’s as great as I ever imagined it? The answer is YES, YES and YES!

7) I love making sun tea. I usually make about a jug a day. I think the only reason I really like to make it is because it reminds me of my Grandma. She always made sun tea. I also love vintage Pyrex. And for the same reason.

8) I talk to my Mom on Aol Instant Messenger more than I do in real life or on the phone. Sometimes it is just easier. I hate talking on the phone! I’d much rather chat via IM or TXT.

9) It took me 2+ hours to finish this. The answers aren’t even that impressive, either. I’m somewhat ashamed of that.

10) My husband is my absolute best friend. I’ve known him for 15-ish years. I’ve been his lady for 11 years on Thursday. We’ve been married for 14+ months. We are inseparable. I actually LOVE being with him and feel lonely when he isn’t with me. I love having him as my best friend.

Candy :: Jun.24.2009 :: Meme :: Comments Off

I feel like such a loser because the only time I ever seem to do Friday Fives is when I am doing a blogging marathon of some sort. Oops. Either way, I heart you Friday 5, I really do!

1. What usually marks the middle of your day? I’d say 1 PM, about an hour after my lunch break.

2. From whom (or to whom) was your most recent middle-of-the-night phone call? No one? I used to get them all of the time when the place I work at was a 24 hour operation and I was always on call.

3. On what social, political, economic, or moral issue are you in the middle of the road? Abortion, I guess. I understand when it necessary if someone’s life is in danger, it is a situation of rape or whatever. But I hate the fact that so many irresponsible people in this world use it as a form of birth control. I really have a hard time and I can’t really decide whether I am pro choice or pro life. I totally believe in Women’s Rights but I also understand that some people abuse their rights ;D

4. How likely are you to give someone your middle finger? Not often. I tend to get steamy and yell in my car if someone cuts me off and I FORGET to flip them off. I’ve jokingly flipped the hubby off before.. But one time he licked my finger when I did it and it grossed me out LOL We’re dorks, shut up.

5. When were you last caught in the middle of a disagreement that really had nothing to do with you? I am in them ALL of the time at work. There are coworkers who don’t really care for each other and I tend to be in the middle of it since I am friends with both of them. Otherwise I’m never really caught in the middle of conflict. I try to stay away from drama. I hate it! Which is probably why I have very few friends, hah. I LOVE my sometimes boring life ;D

Candy :: Nov.07.2008 :: Meme, NaBloPoMo :: Comments Off

That’s me. Here it is 8:30 PM on a Sunday night and I’m ready to get in bed. I almost forgot to write here for my daily post. I am so tired and worn out that there really aren’t any words. Instead, I’ll steal a little meme from Jen.

MY GUY

1. He’s sitting in front of the TV. What’s on the screen?
Anime series. Arrested Development. Indie film.

2. You’re out to eat; what kind of dressing does he get on his salad?
Some kind of vinaigrette

3. What’s one food he doesn’t like?
Raw vegetables like cauliflower & broccoli

4. You go out to the bar. What does he order?
Water. It’s free. HAHA.

5. Where did he go to high school?
Putnam City North High School

6. What size shoe does he wear?
It sorta varies, like most people. But anywhere from a 10 1/2 to 11

7. If he were to collect anything, what would it be?
Anime DVDs

8. What is his favorite type of sandwich?
Whatever lunch meat we have or peanut butter and jelly.

9. What would he eat every day if he could?
Mashed potatoes or any type of potato

10. What is his favorite cereal?
Frosted Mini Wheats

11. What would he never wear?
My underwear, I hope. Hee hee.

12. What is his favorite sports team?
No sports fans in this house!

13. Who will he vote for?
Obama

14. Who is his best friend?
ME! <-- Yep!

15. What is something you do that he wishes you wouldn’t do?
I have no idea but I think be clumsy is on top of the list. He gets frustrated when I hurt myself a lot and I think mainly because he just doesn’t want me to be in pain.

16. How many states has he lived in?
Two – Washington and Oklahoma

17. What is his heritage?
100% Chinese

18. You bake him a cake for his birthday; what kind of cake?
Cheesecake. Plain.

19. Did he play sports in high school?
Nope

20. What could he spend hours doing?
Reading punknews.org and other music related websites.

Candy :: Nov.02.2008 :: Meme, NaBloPoMo :: Comments Off

I stole this from Miss Zoot because that is how I roll.

A year ago I was starting the count down to our Big Day. I was worrying about where we would get married and how much it would cost. I was excited about a big road trip to Northern Illinois to see family in October. We were still using birth control but I was secretly wishing we could start adding to our family. Just started a new position at my job and was nervous about whether I could handle it or not. We were just one month into homeownership and really enjoying our new home.

Today I am trying desperately to learn the ins and outs of my new Nikon D80. I’m still a newlywed (April) and had the greatest Honeymoon ever (Disney World). I stopped taking birth control and keeping our fingers crossed. Still working in the same position I started a year ago and realize it isn’t near as bad as I thought it would be.

A year from now I hope to have finally mastered my Nikon D80 and hope to be taking some really great photos. I hope that our efforts to expand our family are successful and either have a baby or have one on the way. Hopefully I will still have my job and helping to bring home the bacon. Both my doggies will still be in good health and we will have completed some minor projects around the house (new fence, major cleaning, hanging up photos and stuff like that).

Candy :: Jul.21.2008 :: Meme :: Comments Off

I totally stole this survey from Jen. I don’t usually do these types of things but I wont lie, I have done a few in my time. And tonight? I have nothing else!

1. I’ve come to realize that my butt: was flat when i was younger. is currently flat. and will always be flat.
2. I’ve come to realize that when I talk: i have a problem STOPPING.
3. I’ve come to realize that if I love someone: i don’t tell them nearly enough.
4. I’ve come to realize that I need: constant reassurance in every aspect of my life.
5. I’ve come to realize that I’ve lost: about 70 pounds in the last couple of years but still have at least that much more to lose :(
6. I’ve come to realize that I hate it when: i have a difficult time getting my bath water to the perfect temperature.
7. I’ve come to realize that if I’m drunk: i lose all inhibitions and feel like i can be as crazy as i always want to be but am too self conscious to be.
8. I’ve come to realize that money: is the root of all EVIL.
9. I’ve come to realize that my mother: is the one person i will always be able to count on and my number one fan.
10. I’ve come to realize that I’ll probably always be: overweight.
11. I’ve come to realize that I have a crush on: Lush bath products!!!
12. I’ve come to realize that the last time I cried was: last night when i got really down on myself for my weight.
13. I’ve come to realize that my cell phone: is the bomb and i love it!
14. I’ve come to realize that when I wake up in the morning: i need my routine or else i’ll forget important things like PUTTING ON DEODORANT.
15. I’ve come to realize that before I go to sleep at night: i have to tell gene that i love him.
16. I’ve come to realize that right now I am thinking about: how im going to be a married woman in 9 days!
17. I’ve come to realize that babies: are so beautiful and i want one so bad!!!
18. I’ve come to realize that when I get on livejournal: i refresh my friends page 543 times. every time.
19. I’ve come to realize that today I will (past tense, since it’s 11pm): only have 9 days left until the Big Day.
20. I’ve come to realize that tonight I will: eat dinner, clean my car, take a Lush bath.
21. I’ve come to realize that tomorrow I will: rejoice because it is Friday! and hang out with my boy afterwards.
22. I’ve come to realize that I really want to: start using my sewing machine again. it’s been too long :(
23. I’ve come to realize that who is most likely to repost this is: i have no idea?
24. I’ve come to realize relationships: are important to have.
25. I’ve come to realize love: is something to be grateful for, not something to be taken for granted.
26. I’ve come to realize my best guy friend(s): is Gene!
27. I’ve come to realize my best girl friend(s): are few and far between but it’s more meaningful that way.
28. I’ve come to realize food: is also the root of all EVIL.
29. I’ve come to realize that when I’m a girlfriend: i have nothing else to compare this to because up until this point i’ve been a girlfriend to one person only. i’d say i am a high maintenance girl in the “emotional” department. i cry too much and am way too emotional. i criticize myself way too much, as well.
30. I’ve come to realize girls and boys: are the same but oh so different.
31. I’ve come to realize over the summer: i’m going to Disney World for the first time ever, on my honeymoon!!
32. I’ve come to realize heartbreak: isn’t the end of the world, but always feels that way at first.

If anyone actually does this let me know in the comments so I can read your answers!

Candy :: Apr.03.2008 :: Meme :: Comments Off

Thanks Janet!

1. The last compliment I got was from Gene; he said I looked nice a few days ago when I was leaving for work.
2. I’m reading Lolita and I’ll be so happy to start a new book soon. It’s wordy! .
3. I woke up today and thought TGIF.
4. Why does life have to end? Why can’t it last forever?
5. The last thing I ate was homemade Salisbury Steaks made with 97/3 ground turkey, mac & cheese & stove-top stuffin’
6. January… can be over for all I care. This month hasn’t been good for people we care about and honestly? I am SICK of winter!
7. And as for the weekend, tonight I’m looking forward to relaxing as much as possible, tomorrow my plans include driving 3 hours from home to spend the day with my grandma (who is extremely ill from cancer) and grandpa and Sunday, I want to relax if possible, maybe clean up the house a little!

Candy :: Jan.18.2008 :: Meme :: Comments Off

Appetizer
Tell about a time when you had to be brave.
I don’t know if I’ve ever had to be “brave.” I can’t imagine that I’d ever consider myself brave, not even in a single instance. Nothing is coming to my mind at all right now.

Soup
Which upcoming movie are you excited about seeing?
I don’t pay attention to movies very much. However, there is one that is already out that I really, really want to see. It’s Hot Fuzz. Looks hilarious!

Salad
Name an item you try to always have on hand.
A food item? Something in my purse?? I need clarification! If it is a food item then I always, always try to have canned veggies on hand. If I get low, I stock up. They’re so yummy and so easy and so cheap! If we’re talking about purses, then an item I always make sure I have on hand is a pen. It should be something like a Kleenex due to my allergies but I can’t ever remember to keep those in my purse.

Main Course
Imagine the most relaxing room you can think of. Now describe it!
NO CLUTTER. End of story. Oh and incense. Now, end of story.

Dessert
On a scale of 1 to 10 (10 being highest), how spiritual or religious are you?
1? I don’t want to sound Atheist or anything. I just don’t really have many spiritual beliefs. I don’t like to get into religious debates either, so I wont even go into why and what.

Candy :: May.11.2007 :: Meme :: Comments Off