May
4
Mar
28
So, my peeps, I have told you, MANY MANY TIMES, that Teh Internets are not a safe and friendly place. They are filled with many people with ill intentions, which is why I never post our names, or unprotected photos, or any of that stuff. I mean, we’ve been hacked in the past, but this week we’ve learned of another shady character lurking around blogdom.
Oh yes. We have discovered A BLOG STALKER.
Between 1 am and 2 am on March 23, somebody did a LOT OF SEARCHING through my blog.
A lot of people have had really nasty experiences with blog stalkers. They can be really nasty pieces of work. Now, to be fair, in this case, it seems that this is DEFINITELY NOT the case with our blog stalker.
Generally speaking, most blog stalkers are just stupid people who try to glean information from your blog, and most of the time, they are looking for gossip or, more specifically, if you are talking about THEM. Because they do not care about what you are writing — unless it is about THEMSELVES.
It is always, in fact, ALL ABOUT THEMSELVES.
So we are not too worried. A look at the searches our blog stalker employed to get around in my blog are full of terms that let me know, quite specifically, who they are and what they were looking for. The Google-fu, it is NOT strong with this one. Oh no.
(I can’t lie. The search for “cinnamonopus air conditioner dad” just about made me pee my pants.)
Also? We have two stats counters on the go, so we know where they are, and what their IP address is… so we are not concerned.
We are, however, endlessly diverted. It has been hilarious looking through this stuff and seeing what they were searching for. And equally fun was knowing that they were stonewalled at every search. Because, DUDE. I am SO not going to post that kind of stuff on TEH INTERWEBS.
I mean, COME ON.
So we had a giggle about it. In fact, quite a few of them.
But then Kelly emailed me this morning to tell me that my stalker showed up on HER blog. And here’s the kicker: they googled “cinnamonopus death” to get there.
CINNAMONOPUS DEATH. Did you SEE that?
DUDE. They were searching for ME, and DEATH.
Now, I am famous for getting email from remarkable people. Santa emailed me once. Also, so did the Pope. But the piece de resistance, the spam-to-end-all-spam, was of course when I got the email from DEATH. So I got to thinking, and there are a few possible scenarios:
1. Somebody was searching for me because they think I am dead. DUDE. Would I still be blogging if I were dead?
2. Somebody thought that by typing in “cinnamonopus death” that it would send a command out into the universe and I would, instantaneously, drop dead. Well, that is CERTAINLY some optimism right there. Either that, or they are not really clued in on how this whole Internets thing works. Either way, I gotta think they are disappointed right now. Possibly they should have started small, with “cinnamonopus toothache” or “cinnamonopus sick” or something.
3. Somebody knew I got an email from Death, and was trying to horn in on my action. Well all I can say to that is: Honey, you want to get in on my fantastic spam email? Too bad. You need to start SMALL, and work your way UP to the likes of Santa and The Pope and Death. Try talking to Kelly. Her appliances are ALWAYS emailing and insulting her, and I am SURE she’d be happy to pass on your email address to them.
4. I am dead, and nobody bothered to tell me. Well, I HAVE been tired recently. But you would think SOMEBODY would make mention of it if I were actually DEAD.
So, blog stalkers of the world, you’re going to have to get up PRETTY EARLY IN THE MORNING… no wait, you did that, and it didn’t work.
Lemme try that again: Okay, blog stalkers, you can’t beat the power of the stats programs to monitor your every click and search. We’re watching you, and having a whole helluva lot of fun doing so.
And for the rest of my friends out there, to set your mind at ease, I just have to quote Mark Twain and let you know that “Rumours of my death have been greatly exaggerated”.
Mar
5
Okay, this is effing AWESOME: OK Go does a Rube Goldberg machine. Perfect way to end a week.
Enjoy, and props to BDH for the link.
Jun
24
Last week’s music meme was a challenge, but you all gave it a good shot! So here are the answers (in case you were wondering), complete with my liner notes (because I cannot resist):
1. When you come across the sea — “When You Come” ~ Crowded House (I have a Crowded House problem. I love them; BDH loves them not so much. Like, at all.)
2. How can I be sure when your intrusion’s my illusion — “Pale Shelter” ~ Tears for Fears (80s sensitive boys, anyone?)
3. There’s an army on the dance floor — “Love My Way” ~ Psychedelic Furs (Whoa. Didn’t even know I had that song.)
4. Got brass in pocket — “Brass in Pocket” ~ The Pretenders (Okay, that one was a gimme. Title in the first line!)
5. I would come to you at night time — “Throw Your Arms Around Me” ~ Hunters and Collectors (I was surprised no one got this one.)
6. Young man there’s no need to feel down — “YMCA” ~ The Village People (And for the ear worm… You’re welcome!)
7. Oh well who wouldn’t be a sailor, lad, a-sailin’ on the main — “Home Boys Home” ~ The Dubliners (Hello! Obscure!)
8. I sing myself to sleep a song from the darkest hour — “Sit Down” ~ James (I love James. I cannot deny it.)
9. My love she throws me like a rubber ball — “The Sweetest Thing” ~ U2 (A pretty song. Not my favourite of theirs. )
10. Giant steps are what you take — “Walking on the Moon” ~ The Police (I saw them in concert in 1983! Ack! The old, I has it.)
11. We’ll be fighting in the streets with our children at our feet — “Won’t Get Fooled Again” ~ The Who (One of those songs everybody knows, but nobody knows the words.)
12. I got your email, disgruntled female — “www.nevergetoveryou” ~ Prozzak (One of BDH’s songs, and helps meet the obligatory CanCon requirements.)
13. Visiting is pretty, visiting is good — “This Is A Call” ~ Foo Fighters (I loved Dave Grohl in lingerie. Not personally, you understand.)
14. Kids out driving Saturday afternoon just passed me by — “Flame Trees” ~ Cold Chisel (Classic Aussie rock.)
15. The Mississippi Delta was shining like a National guitar — “Graceland” ~ Paul Simon (Groundbreaking.)
16. Standing in line to see the show tonight, another light on — “By the Way” ~ Red Hot Chili Peppers (You got close enough on this one.)
17. The Salvation Army band played — “Life in a Northern Town” ~ Dream Academy (One from the 80s I think everybody loves.)
18. Something’s coming over me, I’m so dizzy I can’t see — “Rush Hour” ~ Jane Wiedlin (One from the 80s I think nobody knows.)
19. Tell me all the things you would change — “Distant Sun” ~ Crowded House (See? I told you.)
20. And if the darkness is to keep us apart — “Walk On” ~ U2 (Okay, there’s a talky bit at the beginning, but this is the start of the actual singing bits.)
21. In the jungle of the senses, Tinkerbelle and Jack the Ripper — “Nemesis” ~ Shriekback (I would have shaken the hand of whoever got this one.)
22. I missed the bus, yeah I did it again — “Bohemia” ~ Mae Moore (Some more CanCon for you, and kinda indie too just to make it interesting.)
23. Do you remember back in old L.A. — “Beach Baby” ~ First Class (70s!! Road trip! Cheese!)
24. I am still living with your ghost — “Santa Monica” ~ Everclear (Good doG, how I hate this band. Yes, your life was rough. We get it. Quit whining, already.)
25. Could you whisper in my ear — “Slide” ~ Goo Goo Dolls (From Buffalo, but honourary Canadians, really.)
So there you have it. A list of songs. Discuss.
Jun
19
Okay, I am taking a page from Tafel’s book — er, blog — and doing a music meme today. Because hers kept me humming for HOURS, and I know there are some music fans out there in the group.
The rules (stolen again from Tafel):
Step 1: Put your iPod on shuffle.
Step 2: Post the first line from the 1st 25 songs no matter how embarrassing
Step 3: Add the artist and track once someone guesses both correctly.
Step 4: For those who are guessing, looking up the lyrics is CHEATING.
Step 5: If you like the game post your own and link to it in the comments.
SO your job is to guess the song and artist from the first lines below. Got it? (Rana, this should be right up your alley!)
Alrighty then, folks, here is my list:
1. When you come across the sea
2. How can I be sure when your intrusion’s my illusion
3. There’s an army on the dance floor
4. I got brass in pocket — “Brass In Pocket” ~ The Pretenders
5. I would come to you at night time
6. Young man there’s no need to feel down — “YMCA” ~ The Village People
7. Oh well who wouldn’t be a sailor, lad, a-sailin’ on the main
8. I sing myself to sleep a song from the darkest hour
9. My love she throws me like a rubber ball — “The Sweetest Thing” ~ U2
10. Giant steps are what you take
11. We’ll be fighting in the streets with our children at our feet
12. I got your email, disgruntled female
13. Visiting is pretty, visiting is good
14. Kids out driving Saturday afternoon just passed me by
15. The Mississippi Delta was shining like a National guitar — “Graceland” ~ Paul Simon
16. Standing in line to see the show tonight, another light on — ?? ~ Red Hot Chili Peppers
17. The Salvation Army band played — “Life in a Northern Town” ~ Dream Academy
18. Something’s coming over me, I’m so dizzy I can’t see
19. Tell me all the things you would change — “Distant Sun” ~ Crowded House
20. And if the darkness is to keep us apart — “Walk On” ~ U2
21. In the jungle of the senses, Tinkerbelle and Jack the Ripper
22. I missed the bus, yeah I did it again
23. Do you remember back in old L.A.
24. I am still living with your ghost — “Santa Monica” ~ Everclear
25. Could you whisper in my ear — “Slide” ~ Goo Goo Dolls
Okay. So. I have 3500 songs in my iTunes, so some things might be a bit obscure. Some clues: I am a child of the 60s, spent my 70s on road trips with my family, have a deep and enduring love of 80s music which then morphed into a love of alternative music and southern hemisphere music.
Got it?
Well, I could not give away the store, people. There ARE some gimmes in there. But you’re going to have to work for some.
Alright. GO! Put your guesses in the comments. (Even if you think you know just one of them, go for it!)
Jun
17
If anyone is looking for me…
BDH brought home Sims3 today.
*hee hee*
I’m already hooked. BDH wants me to create our neighbourhood, with the complete cast of characters: the Mayor, the Deputy Mayor, the Nude Neighbours, the works.
Me, I just want to BUILD STUFF. Because EVERYTHING is customizable.
*happy clap*
So much for… well, getting ANYTHING done, actually.
Apr
29
Okay, because I just can’t get enough… another in the Adventures of Maru. Be sure to keep your eye on him the whole time:
Apr
28
Because it makes Stinkerbelle belly laugh like crazy, I give you: Maru and his big box.
Apr
1
Yesterday was a good mail day… because Stinkerbelle got 3 boxes, containing 4 prezzies, from Kelly!
A stunning halter-style beach ensemble, with oh-so-stylish retro applique
Haute couture romper set, complete with haute couture giraffes, for the happening girl-about-town
A couple of books for the diapered intellectual
Stinkerbelle’s first birthday (FIRST BIRTHDAY!! *sniff, sniff*) is fast approaching, so she got some lovely early birthday presents. Which she delighted in showing Grammy via webcam last night. There was much waving garments about and singing, a sure mark of true enjoyment in our house.
I love that the colours are bright and vibrant. With her dark skin, Her Babyness looks FAB in bright vivid colours — and with a closet full of pink and purple, wearing these will be great fun!
So thank you SO much Kelly! We’ll be sure to get some pictures of That Baby in her new outfits (if it ever gets warm enough to wear them!)
Feb
16
Eden’s mommy tagged me with a photo meme — she figured since I’ve posted a few photos recently, what’s one more?
Here’s how it works: Go to your fourth folder of photos and post the fourth photo you find there. No editing allowed. Easy enough right?
So I went to my fourth folder, which contained a folder, which contained another folder… but then I got to the photos. Problem is, the photo IS edited already. The folder is a bunch of photos I applied different styles to for a blog I used to write. Oh well. I’ve BASICALLY followed the rules.
Here it is:
Just a shot we took at High Performance camp a few years back. We kind of liked it. It has a kind of Ken Danby-ish feel to it. Without the talent or the paint, obviously.
And now, I am supposed to tag some people, so I choose Stephanie, Shelley, Alana and Janice. If they feel like it.
Oct
31
Okey dokey, peeps: It’s HALLOWEEN again! And you know what that means… Me, LIVE BLOGGING as I run to and fro to the front door, and keep track of the number of little monsters… er, KIDS… that come by.
(What is it they say? “Back by popular demand”?? Okay, so maybe not. But meh… it’s fun for me.)
So here we go.
5:55 – BDH is feeding an increasingly crabby baby, while I get stuff set up in the foyer for the night. A rickety card table, a pumpkin, and two bowls of candy. MY KINGDOM FOR BLACK CONSTRUCTION PAPER!! I covered the table in a vinyl tablecloth which is all blue polka dots and stuff, so I turned it over to the white side. A couple of black spots for eyes and a smiley mouth, and we’d have ourselves a nice ghost. Oh well.
5:56 – If this kid goes to sleep before the trick-o-treaters come, I’ll be surprised. She and her dad are having a battle over the cereal right now, so we’ve gone beyond tired and right into FRANTIC.
6:09 – HA! A quick search around the house found a bit of black felt and TAAA-DAAAAH, our covered card table has become a friendly ghost. Okay, so it’s lame. Maybe it’s not the Halloween spectacle that The Mayor puts on each year, but then, we have, you know, LIVES and stuff. (Okay. I admit. He did a great job again this year. I love the guy lying in his driveway under the wheels of his car and surrounded by traffic cones. I can’t lie. It’s hilarious.)
6:12 – No kids yet. But it’s still light. Although I hear screeching outside, I’m guessing it’s the ne’er-do-well kids a couple doors up. Running around, unfed, unsupervised… of course.
6:14 – There’s an errant bumblebee walking around out there. I know. That was what I thought too.
6:18 – Last year we watched Hot Fuzz, which was just the right length — once it was done, we shut off the lights and locked up for the night. I think we’ll have to do that again. Because it’s… well… MORE FUN that way. Sure keeps us amused while we wait.
6:21 – Still no kids. Although the errant bumblebee has wandered off. It’s Halloween — that stuff happens. Too bad. He gave the night the surreal quality we look for in a Halloween. I mean, it’s not everyday bumblebees just wander by… well, not since I gave up the drinking, anyway.
6:25 – Duncan is in his perch in the front window, once again this year our little festive Walmart greeter. There are kids out there, but none on our side of the street yet — or we’d hear him peep.
6:28 – And Stinkerbelle is out like a light after her bottle. Which means the doorbell should ring any second now and jolt her wide awake.
6:30 – No kids yet. I hate waiting.
6:35 – Last year some university kids came by for their Halloween charity drive for the food bank (Trick-or-Eat or something like that), so I dashed downstairs and found a couple of cans of soup for them in case they show up again. We hate the soup so it was just sitting there. We unload the soup, the homeless get soup… everybody wins. Okay, so I am giving away reject food… does that make me a bad person?
6:41 – EIGHT kids just came by, including a crowd of angels which I KNOW are not angelic in the slightest. And one very small Maple Leaf without a bag. Or a parent, that I could see. (I think he’s the spawn of The Deputy Mayor. Which explains the lack of supervision.) I gave the kid a Tootsie Roll. He seemed happy.
6:47 – Another BUNCH of kids. Including an adorable Tigger — The Mayor’s Daughter. I have to say, The Mayor’s Wife was very sweet, offering to give us baby stuff, giving us lots of congratulations… it was nice.
6:51 – 3 homicidal maniacs came by. Betcha can’t say that just any night.
6:55 – A zombie princess! AND a zombie! All in one night! Dude. Maybe we should watch Shaun of the Dead.
6:59 – A very tired chicken just rejected the candy I offered. It’s late for chickens to be out, I think.
7:00 – Two Batmans and a Spiderman just opened the door and walked in. I LOVE that. And then they debated whether one of the Batmans was actually Spiderman.
7:01 – The happiest bat in the Universe and a Princess SO HAPPY she just danced across the porch just rang the doorbell and started hollering “Happy Halloween”… BEFORE I had even opened the door.
7:04 – Two little trick or treaters walked away before I could even give them candy. I am thinking they don’t get the drill. But one of them was Batman, and I’m up to my whatzis in superheroes tonight, so…
7:08 – A bunch of silly pre-teens just sang us Christmas Carols. I appreciate innovation. Another 3 came up and tried to say “Happy Halloween” in unison and failed miserably. So I shut the door and let them try it again.
7:11 – A TINY Joker, VERY much in character, came in and kept trying to grab my hand. “D’you wanna shake my hand?” He had a buzzer in his hand. I gave him some candy, he left, and as he was leaving he turned back and said “I have a BUZZER in my hand!” like he was fooling EVERYBODY. Best. Kid. EVAH.
7:15 – Lots and lots of princesses this year. And an adorable bumblebee named Charlotte. (Not the aforementioned wandering bumblebee, however. I think that might have been a neighbor.)
7:20 – WHOA. A crowd. I am running out of candy suddenly. 95 kids already. That’s crazy talk.
7:24 – Sir Richard of (I am assuming) Camelot just came. “Hi.” and then “Bye.” Sir Richard is not big on smalltalk.
7:27 – Duncan is NOT happy about the lack of kids.
7:30 – A recycling bin. COOL. And a half-angel, half-devil. These kids are getting creative.
7:31 – A hippie just told me “Peace out.” And his father did a “D’OH” down on the sidewalk. Not exactly the hippie ways he had taught the youngster, I am guessing.
7:36 – The world’s CUTEST fireman just came to the door with a glow stick on. Safety first.
7:37 – A little kangaroo, when prompted by a “What do you say?” by his mom down on the sidewalk, turned around, walked back, and hollered, “Trick or treat!” But he was as pleased as punch to get a lollipop despite the faux pas, so all’s well that ends well.
7:41 – Duncan sits in front of the door, staring at it, WILLING more kids to come. He loves to greet the kids. For his “tricks” he gets his own “treats” — cat cookies.
7:47 – Things are slowing down trick-or-treater-wise, but not out in the street — the place is jumpin’, man. All the families seem to be out.
7:51 – My doorknob turns, a panda walks in, announces “We want some candy”, and reaches for the candy bowl. There’s no predicting what a 3 year old hopped up on sugar will say.
7:55 – Looks like we might be coming to the end. BDH was just remarking how his favourite was the toasted marshmallow. I myself am always fond of the little ones with no social graces. The Undead were also a highlight. But I’ve had my fill of Batmans, thankyouverymuch.
8:00 – And as 8 o’clock approaches, we are closing up shop. We’ve had well over 100 kids — not as many as last year, but enough. And we are HUNGRY. So… That’s it from Halloween Central for another year here in Subdivisionland. HappyHalloween, all — and don’t eat all that candy all in one sitting.
Sep
5
So, this is it, our last Friday Fun before we leave for Addis… so the last one for awhile, I am guessing!
So tell me:
- What’s the furthest away from home you have ever travelled?
- What housecleaning task do you dislike most?
- Where is your bathing suit RIGHT NOW?
- Are you afraid of travelling on an airplane?
- What’s your favourite hard candy?
- Do you look good in hats or do you look like a dork?
- Do you pack light, pack well, or pack everything but the kitchen sink when travelling?
- What’s the most awkward thing you’ve ever tried to pack?
- What’s the nicest hotel you’ve ever stayed at?
- What’s your best advice to somebody travelling in a foreign country (like me)?
- What’s your best advice to a new parent travelling with a small baby (like me)?
- What’s your best advice to a new parent like me (in general)?
So that’s it… a couple more sleeps and we are OFF? And then we’re not going to sleep again for, I dunno, months.
Aug
29
Okay, so here’s the deal: I’ve been preparing for this trip for the past week at least. It feels like forever. So it’s your turn.
YOU are packing to go away… let’s say YOU’RE travelling across the planet to… whatever. It doesn’t matter. You get to pack for a change. Give me a break from all the lists I am surrounded by these days.
So, here are all the things you get to choose from. You can pack your own bag, choosing ONE each from the choices below.
- Airplane comfort: earplugs, hard candy, eye mask, knitting or other handicrafts, gum
- Reading material: a thriller, a mystery, a romance, a biography, a couple of magazines
- Pants: jeans, cotton pants, yoga pants, capris, I don’t do pants — I prefer skirts
- Snacks: trail mix, granola bars, mini chocolate bars, little packets of crackers and cheese/peanut butter, licorice
- Pajamas: flannel nightie, short nightie, long pajamas, shorts and t-shirt, what pajamas??
- Entertainment: an iPod with a variety of tunes on it, a travel Scrabble game, a laptop and some DVDs, a book of crossword puzzles, a deck of cards
- Shoes: sandals, runners, crocs, hiking boots, flip flops
- Something to entertain a 5 month old: a soft rattle, keys to gum on, a snuggly toy, stacking cups, soft blocks
- Warmth: fleece jacket, windbreaker, hoodie, sweats, fleece blanket
- One luxury item — what’s one luxury item you like to take to travel? A travel pillow? Your own pillow? You name it!
Okay, let’s see your packing list!
Aug
15
Let’s do something… ORGANIZED today. Because I have to get organized my own self, I thought we could do something a little more orderly and organized today. So today is by the numbers.
Tell me:
- Your middle name
- Two wall colours in your house
- Three holiday destinations you want to visit
- Four toys from your childhood
- Five of your favourite animals at the zoo
- Six things in your purse or briefcase
- Seven things in your bathroom cupboards or medicine cabinet
- Eight things you bought at grocery shopping recently
And so, I am off to do some baking, to do up a housewarming gift for my new neighbour, and also one for the old neighbours in their new house. So my house will smell good, and I will be listening to the “Mamma Mia” soundtrack. It’s going to be a good day.
Aug
8
With the unexpected yet great news we got yesterday, we have a LOT of things to do today to get organized for our soon-to-be trip. We’ve got passport photos to take, visas to apply for, travel to NOT book (yet)…
So no Friday Fun today… too much work to do!
Aug
1
So, if you are looking for our usual Friday Fun merriment… it’s a long weekend, for the love of doG! Why aren’t you outside enjoying the summer?
Okay, let’s do something fun and vacation-worthy, to kick off August. Tell me:
- …the best beach you’ve ever been to
- …your dream vacation
- …the most relaxing vacation you ever had
- …the best way to beat the bugs
- …the best drink to sip on a beach/poolside/in a deck chair
- …the perfect barbecue meal
- …what colour your bathing suit is
- …the most annoying thing about long weekends
- …the most comfortable pair of shoes you own
- …what book I should read to relax over this long weekend
Now, back away from the keyboard. GO. Outside. Enjoy the beautiful weather.
Jul
25
Okay, people — today is all about the choices! This or that? In or out? Should I stay or should I go? And for the most part, they’re all fairly fun choices, because hey — it’s a beautiful day outside and it’s Friday. Nobody wants to work too hard!
But at least there is SOME order. I had a plan. I am not just lazing the day away — oh no. No matter how much I want to…
So tell me:
- Andrews Sisters, ABBA, or Alabama?
- Bongos or big bass drum?
- Crossword puzzle, card game or computer game?
- Denmark or Dominican Republic?
- Elevator or escalator?
- Farmer’s market, fancy restaurant, or fast food?
- Ginger ale, green tea or Guinness?
- Hot air balloon or hang glider?
- India, Indonesia or Israel?
- January or July?
- Kangaroo, kodiak bear or kitty?
- Lavender, lilac, or lily?
Let’s see what people pick today!
Jul
18
Ugh. It didn’t rain overnight as forecast and it’s going to be hot and humid and sticky again today — just in time for my acupuncture appointment. GREAT. So in honour of the weather, the Friday Fun is all about sticky things… and we’ll make it nice and short so you can go enjoy more pleasant temperatures somewhere else.
Tell me:
- … something hot and sticky that is NOT the weather.
- … something sticky you use around the house.
- … the hottest, most humid place you have ever been.
- … something that kids like that ends in a sticky mess!
- … something that is not as sticky as it should be.
- … a bit of a “sticky situation” you’ve found yourself in.
- And to end on a pleasant note… something sweet and sticky that would be tasty right now.
Alrighty, kids… I’m off to ride in my portable sauna to the acupuncturist. Stay cool!
Jul
11
Yay! It started raining overnight, with low, rumbling thunderstorms that make me just want to stay in bed and snooze. But I can’t — things to be done and all that. Hopefully it will rain all weekend, so maybe tomorrow or Sunday can be a lazy lay-in-bed kind of morning.
So here I am, with a Friday Fun all about rainy days.
So tell me:
- Do you like or dislike rainy days?
- What colour is your umbrella?
- Where’s one place you don’t like to go/one thing you don’t like to do when there’s a thunderstorm?
- Name a song with “rain” in the title.
- What’s a fun rainy-day activity to do with kids?
- What’s the best colour for rain boots?
- Where’s someplace you’ve been (or want to go) where it rains a lot?
- Name 3 relaxing things to do at a cottage on a rainy day.
- What’s one time you were caught in the rain that you didn’t want to be?
- Should I make an apple crumble or oatmeal raisin cookies today (since I am staying in out of the rain)?
Have a good day!
Jul
4
Summer is here, and it’s too hot to get too complicated or fancy. Thinking of answers to too many complicated questions is too much work — especially on a nice sunny day when you’d rather be outside! Simple is best in sumer.
So here are some nice and easy questions to start a nice and easy weekend.
- What was your best subject in school?
- Do you have a good recipe for potato salad? (and if you do… share!)
- Are you a lover or a killer of house plants?
- What’s something you know now that you wish you knew when you were younger?
- What book are you reading right now?
- What’s your favourite quick and easy meal?
- If you had a spare $100 to give to charity, what charity would you pick?
- What are 3 green things you can see right now?
- If you could be any animal, which one would you pick?
- Where did BDH put his sunglasses?
And now, I am off to get some groceries.
Jun
27
As you saw in yesterday’s post, I am up to my whatsis in baby clothes today, and having a marvellous time. And as I try to organize things, I realize: I’ve got quite an assortment of things. So organizing is a challenge: Size or weight? Type of clothes or size of clothes? Winter or summer? Need it or got it?
And because of that, today’s Friday Fun is — just like my big pile o’ clothes — an assortment of things. Because sometimes it’s fun to just have a bunch of different things. Variety is the spice of life and all that.
So…
- Massage or facial?
- In a vase: gerbera daisies or lilies?
- Omelette or quiche?
- To visit: Argentina or Iceland?
- Sunrise or sunset?
- On french fries: vinegar or ketchup?
- Volcano or earthquake?
- A new language to learn: Spanish or Mandarin?
- Muffins or donuts?
- My bathing suit: flattering, or time to buy another one?
Well now. If you’ll excuse me, I have some ooohing and aaahing to do. 
Jun
25
Seriously. Stop what you’re doing. Follow the instructions to get the high-quality version. Turn up your speakers. And enjoy.
It’s a great, goofy video, absolutely charming, but it also contains (as one article put it) “moments of grace” that will make you tear up. But no matter what, you’ll find yourself with a big grin on your face by the end.
For a high-quality version — and it’s TOTALLY worth it — click on the video once it gets going and go to the YouTube site and choose “watch in higher quality”. Or, you can go to http://www.vimeo.com/1211060 (but it’s slow right now).
Jun
20
It’s been a rainy, cool week. I am not complaining, I’m just saying. And I actually don’t mind the rain because people stay indoors and it’s nice and quiet in our neighbourhood. And when it’s nice and quiet, I enjoy just sitting and relaxing and letting my mind wander a bit. Not worry about things, or plan things, or organize things, or anything like that — just some quiet time to relax and daydream. Or whatever.
So today’s Fun is all sort of random, and relaxed, and a bit of this and that. Some stuff, and some things.
Tell me:
- … the last thing you bought at a hardware store
- … the best colour for a balloon
- … something you’d like to buy, if you had the money
- … a good name for a guinea pig
- … something little that annoys you big time
- … your favourite quiet place
- … a song that gets stuck in your head and you can’t get it out (or, as some people call it, an “earworm”)
- … your favourite game to play
- … what’s in the cupboard or drawer beside your kitchen sink
- … what would be on a really good pizza
- … two yellow things in your house
- … three things I should make with this block of cheddar I have
And so now, I’m off to do… stuff. Maybe garden. Maybe bake something. Hard to say, really.
I’ll post my answers… later.
