So I am reading Erin's blog and she listed ten things she likes that start with the letter K. Erin was reading another blog, saw this idea, and they assigned her a letter. Erin then invited us, the reading public, to e-mail her and she to would assign us a letter and we could join in the fun, or is it phun? Anyway, I answered the call, and got the letter P. So here are ten things that make me happy, that start with the letter P. And by the by, I am more than willing to assign someone a letter if they want to respond to this blog and continue the love.
Pinkie-I no longer sleep with my childhood blankie but she lives in my garage and my heart. Lots of fond memories dragging this thing all over with me. Okay, she (yes, she) was pink and white and since White-y sounded lame, Pinkie it was, and still is.
Psych-I love this show!!! It is on USA, new episodes on Friday nights. It is goofy, corny, and not very intellectually in-depth. Just what I need after a hard week.
Portland Metro-area (Oregon)- Okay, maybe I'm stretching here, but I love where I live. Beautiful scenery, close to the beach, the mountains, and the high desert. We are a 6 hour drive from a huge metropolitian area, Vancouver BC, and it is a foreign country to boot. We are less than 2 hours from the middle of NOWHERE. Wherever you want to go, we are near.
Perry Mason-Yes, yes, yes-I admit it. I am a Perry Mason groupie!! I not only love the show but it does make me happy. I remember watching this show with my mom when I was little, when I was sick, and when I was unemployed. Even though my son is not thrilled with it, I love watching with him because he is the 4th generation to watch this show-my mom watched it with her mom. Traditions, traditions, traditions-who says tv is all bad?
Pillows-Ever try to sleep without one? Enough said.
Pain Pills-Ever try to cope without them? I am not talking about addictions, but even simple migraines and sore ankles feel a lot better with these babies.
Pals-Where would we be without the friends and pals who makes us laugh, cry, and remind us of how lucky we are to have them in our lives.
Paperback Books-the orginal laptop, it is a member of my favorite hobby-reading. I have hundreds of these at home so I must really like them.
Pennsylvania-10 years ago I had an epiphany. I had yet to discover my career, and I had never been east of Las Vegas, Nevada. So I checked out this new fangled thing they called the internet, looked for some internships, and headed to places unknown. I landed in State College, Pa. and it was one of the best things I have EVER done. I made friends, had experiences, and saw things I have never seen before. It was awesome.
Paleotology-Um, my spelling might be wrong. But basically, I am talking about the study of dinosaurs. I had a passing interest in this topic-dinosaur bones are cool. But if you had told me a year ago I would put this on my list, I would have been surprised. But now I have a 3 year old son who loves dinosaurs, and I love that he loves them! His enthusiasm is unlimited, and I love watching him learn something new. He can pronounce parasarollophus, tell you that triceratops lived in herds, and dinosaurs never flew or swam-but their friends did. He has dinosaur books, jammies, clothes, and toys. He knows that Eusaropteron (spelling?) was a fish, and the plattiosaurus ate plants. Now can someone explain to me why the kid that can say anklyosauraus needs me to ask him 10 times to pick up his toys?!?!?
Friday, February 06, 2009
Tuesday, February 03, 2009
One Track Mind
If you didn't think I was a geek before, maybe this will change your mind:
We are taking Nick to work tonight and we pass a vehicle that says "Border Patrol" on the side of it and all I can think is "When did Border's get their own vehicles? Why does a bookstore need it's own vehicles? That's pretty cool."
Then Nick comments about Border Patrol being in Oregon and the spell is broken. At least we know where my mind goes when it travels.
We are taking Nick to work tonight and we pass a vehicle that says "Border Patrol" on the side of it and all I can think is "When did Border's get their own vehicles? Why does a bookstore need it's own vehicles? That's pretty cool."
Then Nick comments about Border Patrol being in Oregon and the spell is broken. At least we know where my mind goes when it travels.
Monday, February 02, 2009
Do You Know ME?
So I am copying Erin's idea (public kudos to her here!)-in honor of her birthday (well, maybe honor is the wrong word but you get my drift) she listed 33 things about herself we, the reading public may not have known. And guess what? I learned something's about her! So I am doing the same thing only I have to list 36. Um, my birthday isn't till June so I am not lying!!
1. I consider myself a book addict-I have bought books simply because I was depressed and needed a quick pick me up.
2. I have also bought books and never read them. Bad Dena, bad.
3. If I could only meet one famous, living person, it would be William Bass. He started the ARF facility in Tennessee. He is a giant in the forensic science world.
4. If I am going on an interview, I ALWAYS wear Navy Blue.
5. I think Cocker Spaniels are an ugly dog.
6. I hate stupid people. Not unknowledgeable people-we all have things to learn. But stupid people, no matter the IQ, piss me off.
7. My music tastes are beyond ecletic-I love Nat King Cole just as much as I love Keith Urban, Rosemary Clooney, the BeeGees, and Soundgarden.
8. My absolute favorite movie is "Charade", with Cary Grant and Audrey Hepburn.
9. If I am ever on a game show, my "stupid story" will be that I used to get grounded from the library when I was a kid.
10. If I am ever on "Wheel of Fortune" during sports week, I am picking Howie Long as my partner.
11. I think if Scott Joplin had lived a few more years, he would be a lot more famous. He is a song-writer/musician, and everyone knows his music from ice cream trucks.
12. If I could change one thing about my body, I would have thicker hair. If I could change two things I would include better vision.
13. I may never do it, but I know if I want to, I can change careers.
14. People who don't have kids or grandchildren, but with stuffed animals peeking out the back of their car window, scare me.
15. It pisses me off that I still bite my nails and forget to empty my pockets before I throw in my clothes in the laundry.
16. I want to go to Antartica some day.
17. I lik Cher as an actress, but not really into her music.
18. I only wear white socks.
19. I love summer.
20. I hate pickles.
21. The worst job I ever had was being a lifeguard-you have to watch everyone else have fun.
22. Prince John from Robin Hood (1973) is my favorite Disney, animated character.
23. People who wallow in their problems annoy me. Find a solution to your problems, or find someone who can help you. If the first idea doesn't work, try again.
24. I regret that I wasn't an exchange student in college.
25. In a chance meeting, over 10 years after graduating high school, I ran into my guidance counselor and I am proud I had the guts to approach him and tell him how grateful I was for his help.
26. I am grateful for the friends and family I have-it is lonely with no one to love.
27. I still have my favorite blanket and stuffed animal from childhood.
28. My most favorite drink is Coke.
29. I love watching football-go Ducks!
30. I hate the smell of over-ripe bananas.
31. I am a pop snob-I will only drink name-brands.
32. I still sleep with a nightlight on.
33. I know it's popular, but I just can't get into the new Reality Tv shows.
34. I have really cute feet.
35. Build-A-Bear stores and clowns freak me out.
36. Whoever invented running hot water for every house is my hero. I know it doesn't come that way naturally.
1. I consider myself a book addict-I have bought books simply because I was depressed and needed a quick pick me up.
2. I have also bought books and never read them. Bad Dena, bad.
3. If I could only meet one famous, living person, it would be William Bass. He started the ARF facility in Tennessee. He is a giant in the forensic science world.
4. If I am going on an interview, I ALWAYS wear Navy Blue.
5. I think Cocker Spaniels are an ugly dog.
6. I hate stupid people. Not unknowledgeable people-we all have things to learn. But stupid people, no matter the IQ, piss me off.
7. My music tastes are beyond ecletic-I love Nat King Cole just as much as I love Keith Urban, Rosemary Clooney, the BeeGees, and Soundgarden.
8. My absolute favorite movie is "Charade", with Cary Grant and Audrey Hepburn.
9. If I am ever on a game show, my "stupid story" will be that I used to get grounded from the library when I was a kid.
10. If I am ever on "Wheel of Fortune" during sports week, I am picking Howie Long as my partner.
11. I think if Scott Joplin had lived a few more years, he would be a lot more famous. He is a song-writer/musician, and everyone knows his music from ice cream trucks.
12. If I could change one thing about my body, I would have thicker hair. If I could change two things I would include better vision.
13. I may never do it, but I know if I want to, I can change careers.
14. People who don't have kids or grandchildren, but with stuffed animals peeking out the back of their car window, scare me.
15. It pisses me off that I still bite my nails and forget to empty my pockets before I throw in my clothes in the laundry.
16. I want to go to Antartica some day.
17. I lik Cher as an actress, but not really into her music.
18. I only wear white socks.
19. I love summer.
20. I hate pickles.
21. The worst job I ever had was being a lifeguard-you have to watch everyone else have fun.
22. Prince John from Robin Hood (1973) is my favorite Disney, animated character.
23. People who wallow in their problems annoy me. Find a solution to your problems, or find someone who can help you. If the first idea doesn't work, try again.
24. I regret that I wasn't an exchange student in college.
25. In a chance meeting, over 10 years after graduating high school, I ran into my guidance counselor and I am proud I had the guts to approach him and tell him how grateful I was for his help.
26. I am grateful for the friends and family I have-it is lonely with no one to love.
27. I still have my favorite blanket and stuffed animal from childhood.
28. My most favorite drink is Coke.
29. I love watching football-go Ducks!
30. I hate the smell of over-ripe bananas.
31. I am a pop snob-I will only drink name-brands.
32. I still sleep with a nightlight on.
33. I know it's popular, but I just can't get into the new Reality Tv shows.
34. I have really cute feet.
35. Build-A-Bear stores and clowns freak me out.
36. Whoever invented running hot water for every house is my hero. I know it doesn't come that way naturally.
Sunday, February 01, 2009
United For What?
Just when I think I have gotten as angry as I am gonna get at politics, we reach new heights.
The Republicans are all excited that they united in their vote against Obama's stimulus package. Granted, it did them no good, but still, they feel he didn't provide enough tax cuts, and they feel that by showing a united front, the American Public will see that they are not going to allow extravagant spending.
That might seem well and noble, if we hadn't just gone through the last 8 years watching the Republican Party basically hand FORMER (hooray!!!) President Bush a blank check to spend how he wanted. Which I will add that the last 8 years I have watched my tax dollars go overseas to a country that isn't sure they even want us there.
I agree, Obama is spending a lot. But the guy as A LOT to fix and what is the difference between a lot of money overseas, or a lot of money spent domestically? Oh right, if the money is spent here in the USA I might see a benefit from it.
I thought the Republican party was out of touch when they announced the Sarah Palin was their future. Now they just seem like a footnote in history. If they didn't have a few women in their ranks, I would call them a bunch of out-of-touch, old farts. Oh wait, women do fart too. The Republican party is just a bunch of ancient farts.
The Republicans are all excited that they united in their vote against Obama's stimulus package. Granted, it did them no good, but still, they feel he didn't provide enough tax cuts, and they feel that by showing a united front, the American Public will see that they are not going to allow extravagant spending.
That might seem well and noble, if we hadn't just gone through the last 8 years watching the Republican Party basically hand FORMER (hooray!!!) President Bush a blank check to spend how he wanted. Which I will add that the last 8 years I have watched my tax dollars go overseas to a country that isn't sure they even want us there.
I agree, Obama is spending a lot. But the guy as A LOT to fix and what is the difference between a lot of money overseas, or a lot of money spent domestically? Oh right, if the money is spent here in the USA I might see a benefit from it.
I thought the Republican party was out of touch when they announced the Sarah Palin was their future. Now they just seem like a footnote in history. If they didn't have a few women in their ranks, I would call them a bunch of out-of-touch, old farts. Oh wait, women do fart too. The Republican party is just a bunch of ancient farts.
Wednesday, January 28, 2009
The Smell Of Clean
Last week, our area had some fo the worst windstorms I have seen in a good long while. Wind gusts topped 50 mph plus, we lost power three times in 2 days, and we also lost our dishwasher and brand new tv to a power surge. We have 2 children-my husband was comforting and touched we brought forth life but I thought the busted tv was going to make him cry. Luckily, the tv can be fixed but the dishwasher has gone to the big sink in the sky.
So as head chef, kp detail fell to me-of course. Who knew I could bring being anal to a new form. Washing dishes by hand doesn't bother me, per se. I am a Girl Scout and very resourceful. Fill sink with hot, sudsy water, rinse, worry that the dishes have unseen mold, fill sink with cold water and bleach, soak, rinse, worry that we are going to ingest bleach, rinse again, sniff, worry that bleach smell could be the dish in my hand or coming from the sink, rinse again and again and again, sniff again. Rinse one more time for good measure. Get mad at self for being so weird about dishes, just wash, think about mold, bleach, get mad at self for being so anal, rinse 10 more times. Guess who is the happiest the new dishwasher is installed?!?!?!?! I did my first load and damned if those dishes don't look and feel so clean!!! I did a private little dance (well, the kids saw) and reminded myself that it wasn't like I was competeing with Stalin for the Wacky Title. If I am weird about dishes, doesn't it really matter? At least everyone now knows that my dishes, no matter what, are safe to eat off of.
So as head chef, kp detail fell to me-of course. Who knew I could bring being anal to a new form. Washing dishes by hand doesn't bother me, per se. I am a Girl Scout and very resourceful. Fill sink with hot, sudsy water, rinse, worry that the dishes have unseen mold, fill sink with cold water and bleach, soak, rinse, worry that we are going to ingest bleach, rinse again, sniff, worry that bleach smell could be the dish in my hand or coming from the sink, rinse again and again and again, sniff again. Rinse one more time for good measure. Get mad at self for being so weird about dishes, just wash, think about mold, bleach, get mad at self for being so anal, rinse 10 more times. Guess who is the happiest the new dishwasher is installed?!?!?!?! I did my first load and damned if those dishes don't look and feel so clean!!! I did a private little dance (well, the kids saw) and reminded myself that it wasn't like I was competeing with Stalin for the Wacky Title. If I am weird about dishes, doesn't it really matter? At least everyone now knows that my dishes, no matter what, are safe to eat off of.
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