I know nothing about cars. Nothing. As long as it starts when I put the key in, that’s good enough for me. Of course, I know when to get oil changes and stuff (though our new Corolla actually tells us when it’s time for that!), but I know nothing about auto parts or body shop supplies. Nevertheless, I still find myself listening to “Car Talk” on NPR occasionally. Why? The hosts are pretty funny, so maybe that’s it. It’s a good show, though, and probably even better if you’re interested in the subject matter.
Month: August 2007
A New Twist On “4 Things”
We’ve all done that same old 4 Things About Me meme a few times now, I’m sure, but I saw that Shannon at Whimsical Chaos had one with a couple new additions and because I am bored, I’m gonna do it!
4 jobs I’ve held.
1. That annoying person at the mall who tries to get you to do surveys (I quit after 1 day)
2. Library page (seriously, that was the title — I was the girl who put the books away)
3. Cashier at CVS (met lots of weirdos)
4. Managing Editor (I came a long way, baby!)
4 Movies I can Watch over and over again
1. Singles
2. Waiting For Guffman
3. Talladega Nights
4. Old School
4 TV shows I currently watch
1. Top Chef
2. The Office (well, reruns for now)
3. Law & Order SVU reruns
4. Flipping Out
4 Favourite Pictures
If you’d like to see any more personal favorites, I started a set on Flickr. I really need to get my photography mojo back!
4 Places I have Vacationed.
1. Hampton Beach, NH
2. Lake George, NY
3. Saco, ME
4. Jackson, NH
4 Favourite Foods.
1. Steak au Poivre
2. Eggs
3. Chicken/Veal Parmesan
4. Lobster
4 Favourite Desserts.
1. Apple Crisp
2. Cheesecake
3. Cannolis
4. Creme Brulee
4 Household items you cannot live without
1. Toaster/toaster oven
2. Food processor
3. Grill
4. Washing Machine
4 Things that make you laugh lately.
1. The way Noah says “garbage”
2. Jake’s crazy Transformer stories
3. Drew’s obsession with vanity plates
4. The fact that Noah’s favorite cereal is Fiber One
4 People I tag
Who ever wants to do it
Sexy Sommeliers
What does a glass of Cabernet Sauvignon have in common with a crotchless panty? I found this while looking for news for my wine blog — apparently there’s an adult store in New York City that has started doing wine tastings. They tasted wines with salacious names such as Seduction Cabernet and Foreplay Chardonnay. How freaking funny is that? Hey, just goes to show that everyone enjoys a nice glass of vino. Even the kinky crowd.
No Love for the Alumni?
I cannot figure out why I have not heard anything about a 10 year reunion for my college class, and it’s making me crazy. I seem to remember that UMass (like many other schools) does several reunions together — say class of ’57, ’77, and ’97. Something like that. I checked the alumni events page and nothing is listed. I guess I should have gone to that Journalism reunion a few years ago! I was looking forward to it (heck, I even had fun at Drew’s 10 year reunion a couple years ago). What a bummer.
Silk
I had no idea that they were making one of my favorite books, Silk by Alessandro Baricco, into a movie! I’m a little nervous. Often when I love the book I hate the movie, so I’m not sure what to expect. My friend’s theatre company made it almost three years ago, though, so I do know it can work in a visual medium. I’m cautiously excited. The book is so special to me. I just hope the movie comes close.
Scrappy Giveaway Contest!!!
I’m so excited about hosting my first-ever blog contest! This one is mutually beneficial — I get to give away scrapbooking and stamping supplies that I am no longer using and you get to a chance to win them. Basically what I did was this: I found a box. Then I filled the box up with as many things as I could fit in it. Then, I took a photo so you all can get a peek:
If you want to look at anything closer, just click on the image and it will take you to the Flickr photo page. You can view a higher resolution image from there. The quick breakdown:
– 1 set of Deluxe Chalks
– 1 small album (either for photos, cards, or as a quick mini-album)
– Two brand-new, still-in-the-shrinkwrap Tim Holtz Distress Ink pads
– 4 containers of Pearl-Ex
– 4 containers of embossing powder (white, black, clear, and gold)
– 1 new package of Making Memories square jewel brads
– several mini baggies of random embellishments: brads, eyelets, etc.
– 6 rubber stamps (two are Rebecca Sower; not sure of the rest)
– 1 CD of Victorian clip art
– Burgundy skeleton leaves
– Random other stuff: some pop-dots, a tag, photo corners, a transparancy, ribbon, a couple bottlecaps…
All you have to do to enter is write a blog post about anything craft-related (scrapbooking, stamping, sewing, quilting, knitting… anything) and link back to this post (http://puresugar.net/?p=465). If you are feeling generous with the linky-love, you can link to http://www.puresugar.net as well. Leave a comment and/or a trackback for me so I know that you’ve entered. The contest will end on THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 13th, and on Friday I’ll write down the names of all the contestants, put them in a basket, and Jake will draw the lucky winner. Easy, easy! If you want to use the graphic, feel free, but please save it to your own server or upload to a site like Photobucket. This is open to anyone in the U.S. or Canada (sorry, but this package is heavy and postage might get expensive). Good luck!
OK, this is why
This would be why I’m not sad about Jake going off to Kindergarten: the constant bickering, calling for me, being pulled in two different directions for 12-13 hours a day, everyday. Sigh. It is just one of those days. They’re not being bad, just dead-set on destruction. If I step on one more block or action figure I am going to lose it. Hopefully just one small child home during the day will prove to be a little easier. I know when Jake was with his grandma on vacation, the days didn’t seem nearly as rough and I think it’s because I wasn’t outnumbered.
News of the Weird
Celebrities are so weird. Maybe that’s why people are obsessed with them. Apparently Kate Moss (yes, the supermodel scrawn) is writing a song for Amy Winehouse who is supposedly undergoing treatment for a drug problem. Of course, the singer had been in and out and in and out and I’m not even sure at this point. But who knew that Kate Moss was a budding songwriter? She was in drug rehab herself, but… I don’t get it. Can’t wait to hear it, though. (Out of morbid curiousity if nothing else!)
T minus 15 days
And then Kindergarten! I feel like I’m a bad mom or something because it’s not bothering me in the least. I’m actually really excited for Jake to go. Next Wed. we have orientation and we’ll meet his teacher and see the classroom. Plus, all of the children get to go on a practice bus ride. Our mornings shouldn’t be too difficult; the bus doesn’t pick him up until 8:20, so even if he gets up late (7 is a rarity in this house), there will be plenty of time to get ready. The first four days of school are half-days so the kids can adjust and then it’ll be 9-3.
He’s got his backpack, lunch bag, and we’ve also decided to go the Laptop Lunchbox route. Jake loves divided plates, and when I showed this to him, he fell in love. I also feel good that I won’t be using a bazillion baggies or miles of foil to wrap everything up. We just need to practice opening the outer container; it’s a little difficult for him. I’ve bought everything on the school supply list except the cake plates (or paper cups), so I’ll pick those up after orientation next week.
I love how organized the school district is (so far). It is a good distirict, so I shouldn’t be surprised. His teacher has also left a good impression on me even though I’ve not yet met her. Yesterday Jake got a postcard from her basically saying that she hopes he’s having a fun summer and she’s looking forward to meeting him and having a great school year. It’s such a small thing, you know, but it left a big (positive) impression.
Just two weeks from tomorrow!
Contest in the works!!!
Stay tuned, dear readers, because I am putting together a little contest. I’ve noticed quite a few other bloggers doing this lately and I thought I’d join in on the fun. Now, now, don’t get TOO excited. It’s not like I’m giving away a vacation with free Mendocino lodging or something equally as fabulous. But if you’re a crafter, you might be interested. After thinking long and hard, I am seriously destashing my stamping and scrapbooking stuff. It’s taking up space, and I’m not going to use the majority of it. I’m going to be putting together what I think is a pretty decent prize package and all you’ll have to do enter is link to me. It will be that easy!!! I’d like to get some new readers, and I thought this might be a fun way of luring people in, heh heh heh. Don’t misunderstand, though! I loooove everyone who’s been reading me for ages, but I think most of you understand the need for more links, more readers, etc. And likewise I would love to discover some new blogs through this too! Hopefully I’ll have it together by the end of the week, but it will be no later than the beginning of next week, so be sure to keep checking back!