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| Friday, February 09, 2007 |
Friday Feast No. 130
Appetizer
Have you been sick yet this winter? If so, what did you come down with?
Just a strange, low-level, very-stuffy-in-the-morning sort of cold. (knock on wood)
Soup
What colors dominate your closet?
Brown.
Salad
How would you describe your personal "comfort zone"?
I don't know how to answer this question.
Main Course
On which reality show would you really like to be a contestant?
Gold Case
Dessert
Which holiday would you consider to be your favorite?
Christmas
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| Friday, February 02, 2007 |
Friday Feast No. 129
Appetizer
What was one of the fashion fads when you were a teenager?
Oh, there were so many! The French-rolled jeans and the giant, cockatoo bangs; the flannel shirts and the Docs ...
Soup
Name one thing you think people assume about you when they first meet you.
I have no clue.
Salad
On a scale of 1 to 10 with 10 being highest, how hard do you work?
I think I could do a much better job. No, I know I could do a much better job. The part of my job that I enjoy -- caring for and playing with Piper -- I don't really count as "work." The parts that I don't care for so much -- the cleaning of the house -- I would probably get a 2 in.
Main Course
If you were given a free 30-second commercial during the Super Bowl to sell anything you currently own, what would you advertise?
It would be great if we could get someone to take over the lease on our apartment. I'd like to move closer to town.
Dessert
Fill in the blank:
I love to stay inside when it is cold out.
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Write From Karen says, "Cockatoo bangs ... that brought a laugh.
I remember spending HOURS on my big hair back in the 80's. Thank goodness flat is in! lol" (9:06 AM, February 02, 2007)
amy says, "Great feast and blog! I didnt do so much the big hair but I remember everyone else.that was a lot of hairspray" (9:42 AM, February 02, 2007)
suki says, "If you could advertise your apartment on Superbowl Sunday, I don't doubt that there will be people out ther elined up at the door. :P" (12:53 PM, February 02, 2007)
Raggedy says, "Great Friday Feast!
My feast is up.
Have a wonderful day!
TGIF
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(=':'=)
(")_ (")Š
Raggedy" (1:15 PM, February 02, 2007)
Heart of Rachel says, "I still remember the big hairstyle of the 80s. I laugh whenever I see my photos back then. It's so funny how you termed it Cuckatoo bangs. Nice one.
Thankf for sharing. Mine is up too." (11:34 AM, February 03, 2007)
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| Friday, January 19, 2007 |
Friday Feast No. 127
Appetizer
Which television shows do you just refuse to miss?
I won't go so far as to say that I "refuse" to miss them, but I really enjoy "Gilmore Girls," "My Name Is Earl" and "The Office." I started watching "30 Rock" recently, too, and it's been consistently funny. I'm looking forward to the return of "Lost," even though I'm not holding out much hope that it's going to get better.
Soup
Who did you last speak to on the telephone?
My mother-in-law, Genia. She called last night to tell me that Pictsweet had responded to a letter we wrote about the declining quality of the tiny green peas. (My father-in-law is very serious about his tiny green peas.) Pictsweet sent them four coupons for free vegetables! In my eyes, they've redeemed themselves.
Salad
How many pillows do you keep on your bed?
Four. Two for me, two for Alex.
Main Course
Name one addition to your computer (software, hardware, etc.) that you'd love to have.
I'd love to have a printer that consistently works.
Dessert
What is your favorite foreign food?
I had some fantastic crab wontons last night. And Kung Pao Scallops. And tomorrow night we're having bean nachoes, which is another of my favorites.
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Hootin'Anni says, "Excellent feast.
Won't you come dine with us at Hootin' Anni's?
Happy Weekend." (11:29 AM, January 19, 2007)
kaliblue says, "Oh yummy fried crab wontons..Nachos are scrupmtious too:-). Fun Feast thanks for sharing.." (7:42 PM, January 19, 2007)
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| Friday, January 12, 2007 |
Friday Feast No. 126
Appetizer
What comes to your mind when you see the color orange?
Orange is a bright, cheery color. So ... bright, cherriness, I guess.
Soup
Did you ever get in trouble while you were in school? If so, what was it for?
I had recently moved to a new school, and I wanted to make some friends. So, being the wise fourth-grader that I was, I thought it would help if I was mean. I wrote an "anonymous" mean note to a girl that someone had advised me to "stay away from." It apparently wasn't terribly anonymous, though. I got busted. And I still feel bad about writing the note.
Salad
Which topping(s) make up your perfect pizza?
Extra cheese, pineapple and pepperoni. Just this week we tried a pesto, red pepper and chicken pizza, though, and it was pretty darn awesome.
Main Course
Do you believe in UFOs/aliens/etc.? Why or why not?
No. I don't have any long-winded reasoning. I understand all of the "how could we be the only ones?" arguments. At my core, though, I just don't believe it.
Dessert
What color is your bedspread/comforter/quilt?
It's cream colored. I want to get some sort of cover for it (a duvet? is that what a duvet is?), but I haven't done that yet.
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Sanni says, "Thanks for serving this yummy feast - hope you like to nibble my Feast =)" (10:06 AM, January 12, 2007)
Vader's Mom says, "Glad to see that you have great taste in pizza!" (8:37 PM, January 12, 2007)
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| Friday, January 05, 2007 |
Friday Feast No. 125
Appetizer
Which celebrity (or celebrities) do you think will make headlines this year?
Alex would vote for Ralph Macchio. The safe bet would be Britney, Lindsay and Paris. But I'm going to go with Matt Dillon. I think it's his year. Again.
Soup
They say that good things come in small packages? What is something little that you think is great?
Piper's the greatest little person I've ever met. Other than that obvious answer: chocolate truffles; Malayan sun bears, M&Ms, iPods, small things jewelry, twiddlebugs.
Salad
Name a song that makes you want to dance.
I was just working on a post about songs, and there were alot of them on that particular CD that made me want to dance. "Castanets" by Alejandro Escovedo, for example.
Main Course
What is your favorite font?
I haven't given fonts a lot of thought in quite awhile. I was always fond of Verdana.
Dessert
If you were to write a do-it-yourself article, what would it be about?
What an interesting question! I sent my sister-in-law a quick how-to on how to code hyperlinks just the other day. I don't know that that's really a DIY topic, though. My article would probably have something to do with cooking. I tried to make a batch of DIY Hostess cupcakes, but they didn't turn out so well. They were delicious, but they didn't look like cupcakes at all.
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Hootin'Anni says, "Your feast is one great work of art!! Hmmmmmm, the song, Castenets. Sounds invitingly fun to dance to for sure.
Love your hostess cupcakes too.
Happy Friday. Do drop by and join me with some leftovers. A bit greasy and cold by now, but still edible! hehehehe" (10:52 AM, January 05, 2007)
Sue says, "Hey! As long as they taste good, who cares if they didn't look like cupcakes. ;)
Great Feast. Thanks for visiting!" (12:11 PM, January 05, 2007)
Christina says, "Thanks for visiting my feast today!
I'm a big fan of Verdana for high-volume typing. DIY Hostess cupcakes sound very yummy whether they look like cupcakes or not!
Happy Friday!" (12:15 PM, January 05, 2007)
Heart of Rachel says, "Thanks for sharing your feast. Love your soup. chocolate truffles are simply delightful. My son loves M&Ms and so do I. Love techie gadgets as well.
My feast is also served. Happy weekend!" (12:52 PM, January 05, 2007)
Chris says, "Who cares what cakes look like? It's all in the taste... ;-)" (1:27 PM, January 05, 2007)
masgblog says, "you say mmm to Prince William...and yes yes , but also mmm to Matt Dillon....good feast...thx!" (4:05 PM, January 05, 2007)
Jenny Ryan says, "M&M's...tasty!" (5:29 PM, January 05, 2007)
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| Friday, December 29, 2006 |
Friday Feast No. 124
Appetizer
How do you usually celebrate on New Year's Eve?
Most years we stay home and, if we're feeling particularly festive, we might break open a bottle of bubbly grape juice. I know, we're totally crazy. This year, though, we're actually going out to dinner! And then we'll come home sometime before midnight to toast with the grape juice. We moved back into the Eastern time zone this year, so it'll be the first time in years that we'll actually be watching the ball drop at midnight rather than 11pm. I'm actually pretty excited about that.
Soup
Name one thing unexpected that happened to you in 2006.
Holland. We moved there, and then (a whole week later) we moved back. It wasn't a fun time.
Salad
Where was your favorite place that you visited in 2006?
Harbor Island, SC. We had an unexpected vacation at the beach, and it marked the end of a lot of chaos for our family.
Main Course
What resolution is your top priority for 2007?
I don't normally make resolutions, and I'm hesitant to call this a "resolution" because it seems like it would be too easy to fall away from if I do that. But I'd like to lose about 40 pounds in 2007.
Dessert
Using just three words, describe 2006.
Things fall apart. I know that sounds depressing, but a good part of 2006 felt like we were falling apart. Rest easy, though. We're all better now.
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Hootin'Anni says, "Very tasty menu for us.
Seems the soup is more interesting....I'm not sure I could handle that quick for moving again. LOL
Happy New Year.
My feast is served, hope you can drop by before the NYC ball falls. LOL" (10:17 AM, December 29, 2006)
says, "Hello Esmon family! Chris and I just got your Christmas photo and it was lovely. I hope you had a great Christmas and have a fabulous new year.
Sinead" (10:46 AM, December 29, 2006)
Shawnee says, "Glad to hear things are better for you now. Health & happiness in 2007!" (10:52 AM, December 29, 2006)
Soulful_SensitiveStreak says, "Thanks for sharing your feast. I hope that you'll have a better year ahead with the promise of happiness and wonderful opportunities.
Rach" (12:02 PM, December 29, 2006)
Ma says, "I'm glad things got better for you. Great feast! And I hope that 2007 is a much better and happier year. :)" (12:08 PM, December 29, 2006)
local girl says, "I can't imagine moving twice in one week. Hope 2007 brings you more stability. Happy Friday!" (2:23 PM, December 29, 2006)
Judy says, "Happy Friday. Here's hoping the New Year brings a lot of happiness. And... hope there won't be any more quick moves!" (4:54 PM, December 29, 2006)
Jenny Ryan says, "Hope 2007 is a better year for you." (9:03 PM, December 29, 2006)
amy says, "GOod job..Holland has always sounded beautiful. happy 2007" (12:48 AM, December 30, 2006)
says, "There's another time zone besides the Central time zone?!?" (12:30 PM, December 30, 2006)
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| Friday, December 22, 2006 |
Friday Feast No. 122
Appetizer
What is one of your Christmas traditions?
Alex and I watch "It's a Wonderful Life" on Christmas Eve.
Soup
Who is the easiest person on your list to buy presents for?
Piper. She isn't terribly discriminating yet. She loves everything.
Salad
What is your favorite Christmas scent?
Cookies.
Main Course
If you could give a fellow blogger a Christmas gift, who would it be and what would you give them?
I'd like to give Tia back to Taina. Tia was with Taina's family for 16 months, and it breaks my heart that she has gone back to live with her birth mother. I can't imagine how Taina feels. I'm in awe of her strength and her faith.
Dessert
What's something on your Christmas wish list this year that you need (not just want)?
I don't think there's anything I really need, when you get right down to it.
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Amanda says, "Our desserts were similar and your main course was really nice!" (2:39 PM, December 22, 2006)
Crutcher Fam says, "Thanks Nichole. Reading that made me cry. . .That would be the BEST Christmas present EVER!!!" (10:17 PM, December 22, 2006)
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| Friday, December 15, 2006 |
Friday Feast No. 121
Appetizer
What was your very first job with a paycheck?
My dad signed me and my step-sister up to work at the GM family fun fair one summer. I think I was 13 or 14. My step-sister weaseled out of it somehow. I ended up working the tic-tac-toe beanbag toss for two whole afternoons. I think I made something like $30. And thus, my career as a carny was born.
Soup
Did you ever lose something really important to you?
I had a miscarriage before we had Piper, and it crushed me. And that's all I have to say about that.
(Except to say this: I don't think this question was looking for that sort of answer. But that's the first thing I thought of. So. I don't think I've ever mentioned the miscarriage on here before, and now I've just sort of tossed it out there and it feels very strange.)
Salad
What is the best Christmas present you ever received?
Gosh, I don't know.
Main Course
Tell about a favorite "hang out" place for you and your friends when you were in high school.
I grew up in a pretty small town, so there weren't really many places to "hang out." We spent a lot of time at friends' houses, I guess.
Dessert
Name something that always brings a smile to your face.
Puppies. And rainbows.
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Amy says, "Puppie and rainbows? You are a nut. Kitties for sure." (9:40 AM, December 15, 2006)
Shawnee says, "So sorry about your miscarriage. I'm sure that was difficult to share on here." (11:28 AM, December 15, 2006)
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| Friday, December 08, 2006 |
Friday Feast No. 121
Appetizer
Which language would you like to learn, and why?
Spanish. We were at the health clinic with Piper this summer, trying to get her shots, and a woman came in who didn't speak English, and apparently no one on staff there spoke Spanish. The receptionist just sort of pointed at a stack of papers, and the woman looked so confused and upset. I wanted to help her, but I don't speak Spanish, so I couldn't. I bought a learn-to-speak-Spanish program a few months ago. It's one of my 2007 Goals.
Soup
What's the funniest thing you've heard or read so far this week?
I watched "Scrubs" last night, so it was probably somewhere on there.
Salad
Which movie was so bad you couldn't watch the whole thing?
"Talladega Nights: The Legend of Ricky Bobby." We went with my sister-in-law, brother-in-law and father-in-law. My father-in-law walked out within the first 20 minutes. The rest of us followed pretty soon afterward. It was so disappointingly awful.
Main Course
If there were a holiday in your honor that didn't use your actual name, what would it be called?
I don't know. Maybe Watch TV in Your Jammies While Indulding in an Ice Cream Sundae Day.
Dessert
Name one movie that is coming out soon that you would like to see
The Will Smith one that I'm pretty sure will make me cry.
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Wystful1 says, "The Pursuit of Happyness? It DOES look good. If that's the one....the little boy(played by Will Smith's real son) and of course, Will Smith?
Lovely feast.
Mine's served." (9:22 AM, December 08, 2006)
ccap says, "Oh yeah, Scrubs was a hoot - especially the scene where he ordered only 22 fries instead of 23. He, he." (9:46 AM, December 08, 2006)
Sanni says, "Thanks for the delicious feast!
Happy "Watch TV in Your Jammies While Indulding in an Ice Cream Sundae Day" from Germany,
san" (9:56 AM, December 08, 2006)
Caylynn says, "Nice feast. :) The Will Smith movie does look very good (and I've enjoyed most of the movies he's done.) I like your main course too - sounds like a great holiday. :)
Have a good weekend. :)" (10:48 AM, December 08, 2006)
Shawnee says, "GREAT main course! I want to see "The Pursuit of Happyness" too. I love Will Smith!" (12:47 PM, December 08, 2006)
Chateau says, "I'd love to see The Pursuit of Happiness too.
That sounds like a yummy main course! Mine's up. :)" (1:50 PM, December 08, 2006)
tiggerprr says, "Great Holiday Idea!" (6:20 PM, December 08, 2006)
Vader's Mom says, "SCRUBS rocks! I'm so glad to know we aren't the only people who watch that show." (7:51 PM, December 08, 2006)
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| Friday, November 24, 2006 |
Friday Feast No. 119
Appetizer
Have you ever changed a flat tire by yourself?
Yes, once. It's a hazy memory. It was sometime during high school, which was more than 10 years ago now, and all I remember is that it was hard to get the bolt thingies off. (Yeah, that's the technical term.)
Soup
Do you have an "innie" or an "outie" belly button?
Innie.
Salad
Name a new paint color and describe it.
I can't do that. That side of my brain is still in bed.
Main Course
What is your favorite holiday tradition?
I started a new holiday tradition last year that means a lot to me. Last year was Piper's first Christmas, and I went out by myself one day to find a special ornament just for her. I'd like to find an ornament display tree to put up each year with her ornaments, but they're not going to go on the big tree until she has a home and a tree of her very own.
Dessert
If you were a cookie, what kind would you be, and why?
I asked Alex to answer this one. Here's what he said: "If you were a cookie, I'd say you would be a sugar cookie. Because you like to be unassuming and you prefer not to stand out and you want to just kind of remain present but not the focal point." He did not add that I am sweet. Hm.
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Sanni says, "Thanks for the yummy feast... wonderful main course, btw.
Wishing a great weekend!
Sanni from Germany" (10:11 AM, November 24, 2006)
Celfyddydau says, "Love that new tradition you are starting.
He didn't say you were sweet because he probably thought that there was no need to." (10:54 AM, November 24, 2006)
Barbara H. says, "That's a neat holiday tradition -- I wish I had started that when my boys were little.
That was sweet about the sugar cookie. :)
Lovely feast!" (11:14 AM, November 24, 2006)
ccap says, "Oooh, I like the cookie answer. Good job, Alex!" (2:45 PM, November 24, 2006)
says, "Great Main Course! My husband has given me an ornament every year we've been together & I treasure them." (11:46 PM, November 24, 2006)
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| Friday, November 17, 2006 |
Friday Feast No. 118
Appetizer
Do you believe there is intelligent life on other planets?
No. Not without Fox Mulder around to convince me otherwise.
Soup
What is one thing you said you'd never do, but you eventually did?
I always said I'd never let my children watch "too much" television. I've found that "too much" is a pretty amorphous term. Most days, Pi watches "Sesame Street" in the morning and a video with Alex after he gets home from work. Under my pre-parenting definition, that would have been "too much." These days, it's just right.
Salad
Who is the teacher that influenced you the most in school?
Her name escapes me right now, but it was my fifth-grade teacher. She forced me to memorize the multiplication tables. I think it was the first time I actually applied myself.
Main Course
If you could trade places with anyone for one day, who would it be and why?
Oprah, but only on her day off.
Dessert
What is your favorite dish to prepare?
Ice cream sundaes.
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says, "I love that you call Piper "pi" !
too cute
and I agree with you about the tv thing. *says this while Levi is upstairs watching scooby doo* at least your childs program is educational! ha!" (9:51 AM, November 17, 2006)
says, "Nice feast. :) "Too much" is definitely a relative term! Yummy dessert. :)
Happy Friday and have a good weekend. :)" (11:04 AM, November 17, 2006)
Logtar says, "Oprah has days off? that's right she does have that Hawaii home or something or other." (12:28 PM, November 17, 2006)
KaY says, "Ahahaha! Does Oprah ever get a day off?
Come dine with me. I'm up!" (7:49 PM, November 17, 2006)
Jane says, "I love your dessert!!! YUMMO.
Thanks for stopping by for a nibble at my table and thanks also for your sweet comment.
Have a great day." (10:57 AM, November 19, 2006)
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| Friday, October 27, 2006 |
Friday Feast No. 117
Appetizer
Create a new candle scent.
Clean baby.
Soup
Name one way you show affection to others.
I love to cook, and I like to feed the people I love.
Salad
What is your favorite writing instrument?
It used to be a pen my dad gave me one year for Christmas, but I rarely write longhand anymore. So it would have to be the computer, I suppose.
Main Course
If you were given $25 to spend anywhere online, from which site would you buy?
I would buy these earrings at Arbor Beading.
Dessert
Are you dressing up for Halloween? If so, what are you going to be?
No costume for me.
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posted by Nichole @ 9:17 AM
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FRIDAY'S CHILD says, "Your appetizer is really great. Mine's up too and Happy Halloween." (11:34 AM, October 27, 2006)
Jessica says, "I LOVE smelling a clean baby too! :)" (11:42 AM, October 27, 2006)
Shawnee says, "No one writes longhand anymore! I don't know how Hallmark stays in business! :-)" (2:05 PM, October 27, 2006)
PresentStorm says, "I Love to cook too. I think it is a very nice way to show affection!" (3:57 PM, October 27, 2006)
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| Friday, October 20, 2006 |
Friday Feast No. 116
Appetizer
What is your favorite beverage?
Sweet tea.
Soup
Name 3 things that are on your computer desk at home or work.
I don't have a computer desk. But here are three things on the counter where my computer is sitting: Piper's piggy bank; two grapefruits; my address book.
Salad
On a scale of 1-10 (with 10 being highest), how honest do you think you are?
9. There are always those "How does my hair look" or "How is your burger?" moments, so I can't say 10.
Main Course
If you could change the name of one city in the world, what would you rename it and why?
I don't think I have an answer to this question.
Dessert
What stresses you out? What calms you down?
Money stresses me out; Alex calms me down.
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says, "Nice feast. :) My salad is similar to yours, and I didn't really have an answer for the main course either!
Have a good weekend. :)" (10:15 AM, October 20, 2006)
Paperback Writer says, "I love sweet tea. I didn't remember it!" (12:55 PM, October 20, 2006)
meowminx says, "I think money stresses out most people, esp the lack of it.
Mine's up at http://www.meowminx.com/babygem, although it's a day late :)" (5:37 PM, October 21, 2006)
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| Friday, October 13, 2006 |
Friday Feast No. 115
Appetizer
Approximately how many hours per week do you spend reading other blogs?
A total of three, maybe. I have a long, long list of blogs I frequent. I don't spend alot of time at each one, but it takes awhile to get through the list.
Soup
Your community wants everyone to give one thing to put into a time capsule. What item would you choose to include?
An iPod Nano, so the Future People can laugh at our bulky, primitive "technology" while they download music directly into their brains. That's right. The future will be creepy. George Orwell taught us that.
Salad
What is the most interesting tourist attraction you've ever visited?
I met Johnny Cash's mom at the Johnny Cash museum. That was interesting. I was very young, though, and didn't appreciate it at all at the time.
Main Course
If you could give an award to anyone for anything, who would it be and what would the award be titled?
The Mary Poppins Award, to my sister-in-law. We tease her about being "practically perfect in every way," but I really am in awe at how together she is. She's a stay-at-home mom who homeschools three children, and still she has a clean house and makes dinner most every night. And she volunteers. She's the mom I try to model myself after.
But I worry about her, that she doesn't reserve enough time for herself. So the prize for the Mary Poppins Award would be a housekeeper and a week alone at the Miraval Resort. Obviously, Oprah would be involved in giving the MPA. So my sister-in-law would probably be getting a car and some pretty, pretty baubles as well.
Dessert
What do you think your favorite color reveals about your personality?
That I'm indecisive. I can't settle on a single favorite. I like purple and pink. And blue. And brown.
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amy says, "i love the mary poppins award.." (12:09 PM, October 13, 2006)
Ghost says, "What a great award. Your sister sounds like she really deserves it.
Have a Great Weekend!" (1:30 PM, October 13, 2006)
Danella says, "What an interesting feast. Great award title.
Mine is up too." (6:58 AM, October 14, 2006)
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| Friday, October 06, 2006 |
Friday Feast No. 114
Appetizer
Name a song you know by heart.
"The Itsy Bitsy Spider"
Soup
What will you absolutely not do in front of another person?
I prefer not to use the bathroom in front of anyone else, but sometimes Piper makes that difficult.
Salad
How often do you use mouthwash and what kind do you like?
Very, very rarely. But I like the minty-fresh kind.
Main Course
Finish this sentence: I am embarrassed when...
I am embarrassed when discussing my bathroom habits.
Dessert
What was the last food you craved?
Nachoes. The answer is almost always nachoes.
The Friday Feast is a weekly meme intended to "feed your mind by asking thought-provoking, mind-stimulating questions."Labels: friday feast
posted by Nichole @ 8:19 AM
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amyjsteffen says, "Hmm...we must be more opposite than I thought after reading your responses. :-)" (10:14 AM, October 06, 2006)
says, "Nice feast. :) Nachos are yummy!
Happy Friday. :)" (11:50 AM, October 06, 2006)
ribbiticus says, "good ff! my feast is up! ;)" (12:07 PM, October 06, 2006)
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| Saturday, September 16, 2006 |
Friday Feast No. 111
Appetizer
What was the very last song you listened to?
The "Baby Einstein: Neighborhood Animals" theme song.
Soup
What is one company/store/corporation you would recommend that people stay away from?
I don't care for Wal-Mart. If there's a locally owned alternative, I'd prefer to patronize that. And I'd recommend that others do the same. (writing that made me feel old and crochety.)
Salad
On a scale of 1 to 10, with 10 being highest, how much do you enjoy having your picture made?
3. I'm a scrapbooker, though, so I feel obligated to appear in the photos every now and again.
Main Course
Besides a bookmark, what is something you've used to keep your place in a book?
Whatever's nearby -- Kleenex, Post-Its, envelopes. I'm currently using an old jukebox label for "Everybody Needs Love" and "Only the Heart Within You" by Stephen Bishop.
Dessert
Name a food that you like that most people don't.
Cookie pudding.
The Friday Feast is a weekly meme intended to "feed your mind by asking thought-provoking, mind-stimulating questions."Labels: friday feast
posted by Nichole @ 10:19 AM
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| Friday, September 08, 2006 |
Friday Feast No. 110
Appetizer
Name three things you are wearing today.
An orange polo shirt, stripey green socks (Give me a break, eh? Alex packed my bag.) and oatmeal cookie perfume from Bath Junkie.
Soup
Who was the last person you hugged?
My sweet potato Pi!
Salad
What do you like to order from your favorite fast food place?
I used to like the Filet O'Fish from McDonalds, but I don't really have a favorite fast food place.
Main Course
What time of day do you feel most energized?
I rarely feel "energized," but I'm least sleepy in the middle of the day.
Dessert
Using the letters in your first name, write a sentence
Never internalize cold ham or leaky eggplant.
The Friday Feast is a weekly meme intended to "feed your mind by asking thought-provoking, mind-stimulating questions."Labels: friday feast
posted by Nichole @ 11:30 PM
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Incog & Nito says, "Great feast - thanks for sharing it" (12:18 AM, September 09, 2006)
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| Friday, September 01, 2006 |
Friday Feast No. 109
Appetizer
What are some lyrics you have misheard (such as, instead of "Gettin' Jiggy With It" you heard "Kick a chicken with it")?
"We can dance, we can dance. Everybody look at your pants." You have to admit, "everybody look at your hands" doesn't make a whole lot more sense. Then again, neither does the rest of "Safety Dance."
Soup
What is the worst movie you have ever seen?
"Men with Guns" was pretty awful. But "Talladega Nights" was the first movie I've ever walked out of.
Salad
Using the letters from your favorite number, write a sentence. Example: Tomorrow has really easy experiences.
I don't have a favorite number.
Main Course
What was the most interesting news story you have heard this week?
Jessica Simpson and John Mayer. I read about this on the cover of People magazine today at Wal-Mart. I had to call my friend Amy to offer my condolences. (I haven't been paying much attention to the news lately.)
Dessert
Which word(s) would you choose to describe your wardrobe?
Boring. Lackluster. Khaki.
The Friday Feast is a weekly meme intended to "feed your mind by asking thought-provoking, mind-stimulating questions."Labels: friday feast
posted by Nichole @ 8:38 PM
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JM Snyder says, "I just heard that one about Jessica and John myself today. Oy vey. What is this world coming to, you know?
Have a great weekend!" (8:53 PM, September 01, 2006)
Rob says, "Um, who are Jessica and John? Did they have anything to do with Pluto being demoted as a planet? Or were they the folks at NASA who decided to roll the shuttle back to the hanger and then changed their mind?
I'm not as up on this stuff as I thought...
Rob of UnSpace" (9:33 PM, September 01, 2006)
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| Friday, August 18, 2006 |
Friday Feast No. 107
Appetizer
What color is your car?
I don't have a car anymore. But my last car was beige.
Soup
If you could wake up tomorrow with full training in another occupation and a job in that field, what would it be?
I'm pretty happy with my new job. But if I had to wake up with a job in another field, I'd be a pastry chef.
Salad
How many times in your life have you had the flu (or something similar)?
Four or five.
Main Course
What is something that has happened to you this week that you didn't expect?
Do you want the full list?
Dessert
How old were you when you had your first kiss?
I kissed a boy in kindergarten, right after I told him he was my boyfriend.
The Friday Feast is a weekly meme intended to "feed your mind by asking thought-provoking, mind-stimulating questions."Labels: friday feast
posted by Nichole @ 4:46 PM
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ribbiticus says, "lol! love your dessert! so, did your boyfriend accept? dining late...my feast is finally up! ;)" (2:09 PM, August 19, 2006)
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| Friday, July 14, 2006 |
Friday Feast No. 102
Appetizer
Name one nice thing that you could do for someone else today.
I could scour the town's grocery stores to find ginger wafers so I could make my dad the cake he's been pining after.
Soup
When was the last time you were frightened by the weather?
A few months ago. There were tornados in our neighborhood, and we didn't have a basement. So we hid out at our friends' for a few hours. The storms missed our neighborhood entirely.
Salad
What would you say is the most useful Web site or blog that you visit?
Lifehacker.
Main Course
Who was your favorite singer/group when you were a child?
My first records were Madonna and Michael Jackson.
Dessert
Do you have any rituals? If so, what are they?
Any rituals that I had have been entirely thrown off kilter in the last month. So much so that I don't remember whether I have any. So. No, I guess.
The Friday Feast is a weekly meme intended to "feed your mind by asking thought-provoking, mind-stimulating questions."Labels: friday feast
posted by Nichole @ 1:21 PM
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Wystful1 says, "Oh your appetizer is so sweet!!! And it sounds lucious too!!
My feast is served." (1:30 PM, July 14, 2006)
ribbiticus says, "sweet appetizer! my feast is up! ;)" (3:47 AM, July 15, 2006)
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| Friday, July 07, 2006 |
Friday Feast No. 101
Appetizer
When was the last time you visited a hospital?
I was last admitted to a hospital in January, with some crazy virus-related dehydration. I might have visited someone in the hospital since then, but I don't remember.
Soup
On a scale of 1 to 10 with 10 being highest, how ambitious are you?
Mmmm... 2, maybe.
Salad
Make a sentence using the letters of a body part. (Example: mouth ... My other ukelele tings healthily.)
No one sees elephants.
Main Course
If you were to start a club, what would the subject matter be, and what would you name it?
I'd start the International Society of Moms Whose Babies are Cranky and Need to Go to Sleep.
Dessert
What color is the carpet/flooring in your home?
I'm kind of homeless right now. But we're staying at my dad's, and his carpet is pink and green. Seriously.
The Friday Feast is a weekly meme intended to "feed your mind by asking thought-provoking, mind-stimulating questions."Labels: friday feast
posted by Nichole @ 9:27 PM
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TC says, "Great feast. It has been served at my place too!" (9:22 AM, August 18, 2006)
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| Friday, June 23, 2006 |
Friday Feast
Appetizer
On a scale of 1-10 with 10 being highest, how much do you like your job?
I'm a newspaper copy editor, and all of the negativity gets me down, man. I know it's important to know what's going on in the world, but if I had a choice, I certainly wouldn't inundate myself with current events. There are alot of things that I'd have been just as well not knowing.
So up until this week, I would've said 3 or 4. Next week is my last week on the job, though, so I'm feeling more positive about things than I have in a long while. So this week, I feel 6 about my job.
Soup
When was the last time you think you were lied to?
I don't know. I try not to dwell on things like that. Forgive and forget, turn the other cheek, etc.
Salad
Share some lyrics from one of your favorite songs.
All I can be is a busy sea
Of spinning wheels and hands that feel for
Stones to throw and feet that run but
Come back home
It made no difference
Ever known, it made no difference
Ever known to me
But if I could you know I would
Just hold your hand and you'd understand
I'm the man who loves you.
(Wilco, "I'm the Man Who Loves You")
Main Course
What do you do/take when you are in pain?
Aleve, ibuprofen and chocolate.
Dessert
Fill in the blanks:
My living room is very full of boxes.
The Friday Feast is a weekly meme intended to "feed your mind by asking thought-provoking, mind-stimulating questions."Labels: friday feast
posted by Nichole @ 6:06 PM
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ribbiticus says, "good feast! mine's up! ;)" (9:15 AM, June 24, 2006)
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