Had a good riding lesson today. It's always good to hear it doesn't look as bad as I think it does. lol
16. How often do you eat out?
Lunch 2-3 times a week. Dinner once a week during choir.
17. It’s Kurt Russell’s birthday – a child actor who grew up. Have you seen any of the Disney films in which he acted (he played the college student Dexter Riley)?
I checked IMDB, and it looks like I didn't really see anything of his until the 1980's.
18. Which flowers or trees are blooming where you live now?
um....the white trees? lol I've heard they are pear.
19. If you had the space (and the time), would you like to keep chickens?
No way, Jose. I have no problem with other people's chickens, but not a fan of domestic birds.
20. Was learning a new language part of your education when you were at school? Can you still remember any of it?
We learned a tiny bit in elementary. Then nothing until college. I learned a little bit of Japanese, but have forgotten most of it. Actually got my credit requirement through choir-we sang in so many languages (fun!).
21. It’s National California Strawberry Day. What is your favourite way to eat strawberries?
chocolate covered. :)
22. Do you still buy physical books, or do you tend to buy e-books these days? Does it depend on the type of book (i.e. fiction or non-fiction)?
Still prefer to have physical books. Have gotten e-books if it's way cheaper or I am impatient, but often wish I had a real book. Don't mind reading fanfic on the phone or computer, though. Weird.
23. When was the last time you ate some chocolate?
Yesterday I had a Riesen.
24. Harry Houdini was born today in 1874. Are you a fan of magic shows? Have you ever seen someone perform close-up magic?
When I was younger I had a cousin who did magic. I also did a little myself about that time.
Yes, I know it's all sleight of hand, but it's still impressive what they can do.
16. How often do you eat out?
Lunch 2-3 times a week. Dinner once a week during choir.
17. It’s Kurt Russell’s birthday – a child actor who grew up. Have you seen any of the Disney films in which he acted (he played the college student Dexter Riley)?
I checked IMDB, and it looks like I didn't really see anything of his until the 1980's.
18. Which flowers or trees are blooming where you live now?
um....the white trees? lol I've heard they are pear.
19. If you had the space (and the time), would you like to keep chickens?
No way, Jose. I have no problem with other people's chickens, but not a fan of domestic birds.
20. Was learning a new language part of your education when you were at school? Can you still remember any of it?
We learned a tiny bit in elementary. Then nothing until college. I learned a little bit of Japanese, but have forgotten most of it. Actually got my credit requirement through choir-we sang in so many languages (fun!).
21. It’s National California Strawberry Day. What is your favourite way to eat strawberries?
chocolate covered. :)
22. Do you still buy physical books, or do you tend to buy e-books these days? Does it depend on the type of book (i.e. fiction or non-fiction)?
Still prefer to have physical books. Have gotten e-books if it's way cheaper or I am impatient, but often wish I had a real book. Don't mind reading fanfic on the phone or computer, though. Weird.
23. When was the last time you ate some chocolate?
Yesterday I had a Riesen.
24. Harry Houdini was born today in 1874. Are you a fan of magic shows? Have you ever seen someone perform close-up magic?
When I was younger I had a cousin who did magic. I also did a little myself about that time.
Yes, I know it's all sleight of hand, but it's still impressive what they can do.
8. It’s International Women’s Day – can you name any famous female artists, musicians, scientists or authors?
Marie Curie! I kind of suck at remembering names. Author-Seanin McGuire, musician-Pat Benatar, artist-the chick from New Mexico that I got some cool pop art from.
9. As it’s ‘Check Your Batteries Day’, when was the last time you checked your stock of batteries? Or, do you just buy them when you need them?
I try to keep some of each available. Had to buy AA today.
10. It’s International Wig Day – have you ever worn a wig or a hairpiece?
A wig for a short amount of time. They make me itch *so much*.
11. How organised are you with household paperwork (or is everything just in one big pile)?
Both. I keep it in a pile for a while, then log and file when I feel like it. Can be a few weeks, or a few months.
12. When was the last time you vacuumed the floor?
bwaaa hahahaha. I mean, I just swept the living room floor tonight. (see #15)
13. It’s International School Meals Day. Did you ever have school meals, and what dish still sticks in your memory if you did?
Yes. I had institutional food until I was 28. (gotta love school). I know I had favorites, but don't remember what they were. I did learn to mix cereals in college, though.
14. International ‘Ask Me A Question Day’. Go ahead – ask me a question!
I'm pretty sure this means you ask me a question.
15. What’s the weather like today?
OMG, so shitty. Was 80 yesterday and so nice. Today it's in the 50s, with feels like in the 20s. Sustained wind over 30 mph with gusts to 45. Dirt is ***everywhere**. Also, the wind is coming from the north, which has no wind block. At least the barn is okay, since the stalls open to the south.
Marie Curie! I kind of suck at remembering names. Author-Seanin McGuire, musician-Pat Benatar, artist-the chick from New Mexico that I got some cool pop art from.
9. As it’s ‘Check Your Batteries Day’, when was the last time you checked your stock of batteries? Or, do you just buy them when you need them?
I try to keep some of each available. Had to buy AA today.
10. It’s International Wig Day – have you ever worn a wig or a hairpiece?
A wig for a short amount of time. They make me itch *so much*.
11. How organised are you with household paperwork (or is everything just in one big pile)?
Both. I keep it in a pile for a while, then log and file when I feel like it. Can be a few weeks, or a few months.
12. When was the last time you vacuumed the floor?
bwaaa hahahaha. I mean, I just swept the living room floor tonight. (see #15)
13. It’s International School Meals Day. Did you ever have school meals, and what dish still sticks in your memory if you did?
Yes. I had institutional food until I was 28. (gotta love school). I know I had favorites, but don't remember what they were. I did learn to mix cereals in college, though.
14. International ‘Ask Me A Question Day’. Go ahead – ask me a question!
I'm pretty sure this means you ask me a question.
15. What’s the weather like today?
OMG, so shitty. Was 80 yesterday and so nice. Today it's in the 50s, with feels like in the 20s. Sustained wind over 30 mph with gusts to 45. Dirt is ***everywhere**. Also, the wind is coming from the north, which has no wind block. At least the barn is okay, since the stalls open to the south.
3. If you visit somewhere special, do you buy a small memento to bring home (such as a fridge magnet, keyring, ornament or something else)?
I like to get t-shirts if I can.
4. Have you ever been in a road traffic accident (either as a driver, pedestrian or on a bike)?
Yes. A few little bumps, one where my truck needed a new door, and then one that totaled my Totoya celica (and lead to the truck).
5. How many local birds can you name?
3 or 4.
6. Have you ever seen a dinosaur skeleton?
One of my favorite museums.
7. Do you embrace technology or prefer things the way they used to be (or a bit of both)?
A bit of both.
I like to get t-shirts if I can.
4. Have you ever been in a road traffic accident (either as a driver, pedestrian or on a bike)?
Yes. A few little bumps, one where my truck needed a new door, and then one that totaled my Totoya celica (and lead to the truck).
5. How many local birds can you name?
3 or 4.
6. Have you ever seen a dinosaur skeleton?
One of my favorite museums.
7. Do you embrace technology or prefer things the way they used to be (or a bit of both)?
A bit of both.
26. When you leave your home, what essentials do you have with you?
My bag: keys, phone, wallet, chapstick. And then other stuff I could probably do without, but have anyway. lol
27. Have you received a letter recently?
Last was a Valentine's Card from enchanted_jae. :)
28. Do you own many notebooks? What do you use them for?
I have a few. The fancy ones stated as journals, but only have a few pages done. lol
1. Since 1990, Clean Up Australia Limited has sponsored a yearly Clean Up Australia Day. Have you ever taken part in a ‘clean up’ initiative where you live?
We don't really have them where I live. Companies can 'adopt' sections of highways. It's pretty flat, and there's a lot of wind here, so even if something was cleaned, a few days later there will be trash. Or vice versa. ;/
My bag: keys, phone, wallet, chapstick. And then other stuff I could probably do without, but have anyway. lol
27. Have you received a letter recently?
Last was a Valentine's Card from enchanted_jae. :)
28. Do you own many notebooks? What do you use them for?
I have a few. The fancy ones stated as journals, but only have a few pages done. lol
1. Since 1990, Clean Up Australia Limited has sponsored a yearly Clean Up Australia Day. Have you ever taken part in a ‘clean up’ initiative where you live?
We don't really have them where I live. Companies can 'adopt' sections of highways. It's pretty flat, and there's a lot of wind here, so even if something was cleaned, a few days later there will be trash. Or vice versa. ;/
Regular Olympics are over. Glad and sad. Now I can do other things. I don't really watch the para Olympics. Sometimes.
Work has been busy.
Questions! Dang, I'm behind.
18. What is your favourite shellfish dish (if you have one)?
Lobster or large shrimp in drawn butter. garlic is a plus
19. Have you ever worn false eyelashes or had eyelash extensions?
No. I'm lucky enough to have nice eyelashes.
20. Are you a fan of mayonnaise in a sandwich (either egg-based or vegan)?
Yes please!
21. When was the last time you heard music played live (at a concert, in a musical)?
I was in a concert last Sunday, along with some Black churches. I watched a concert the weekend before-the singer/piano player duo-with the opera.
22. What is your favourite writing implement – a fountain pen, ballpoint pen, pencil or something else?
A smooth ballpoint for the most part. Sometimes a sharp regular pencil.
23. Do you own many mirrors?
Only one extra one that's at the end of my hallway.
24. What are you watching this month that you are enjoying?
Olympics! Secrets of the Zoo. Midsomer Murders.
25. When was the last time the windows in your home were washed?
On the inside? a few weeks ago. On the outside? bwaaa hahahaha
Work has been busy.
Questions! Dang, I'm behind.
18. What is your favourite shellfish dish (if you have one)?
Lobster or large shrimp in drawn butter. garlic is a plus
19. Have you ever worn false eyelashes or had eyelash extensions?
No. I'm lucky enough to have nice eyelashes.
20. Are you a fan of mayonnaise in a sandwich (either egg-based or vegan)?
Yes please!
21. When was the last time you heard music played live (at a concert, in a musical)?
I was in a concert last Sunday, along with some Black churches. I watched a concert the weekend before-the singer/piano player duo-with the opera.
22. What is your favourite writing implement – a fountain pen, ballpoint pen, pencil or something else?
A smooth ballpoint for the most part. Sometimes a sharp regular pencil.
23. Do you own many mirrors?
Only one extra one that's at the end of my hallway.
24. What are you watching this month that you are enjoying?
Olympics! Secrets of the Zoo. Midsomer Murders.
25. When was the last time the windows in your home were washed?
On the inside? a few weeks ago. On the outside? bwaaa hahahaha
I only get the main holidays off, so I totally forgot yesterday was a holiday. Was wondering why I hadn't gotten paid yesterday. This morning I was reminded it was because of the holiday. Ah. Already had waited a day since the 15th was on Sunday.
Valentine's Day was a little stressful because I socialized! The opera had a fundraiser with a social hour (ack!) and then an awesome folky-ish concert. https://www.americanportraits.org
I successfully socialized without bursting into flames. lol The musicians were wonderful, and the pianist was quirky fun.
12. Do you have any siblings?
Functionally, one. I have two half siblings that I don't really interact with.
13. What’s the weather like today? Is it about average for the time of year?
It was in the 70's with nasty bad wind. The temp is a bit above average. The wind was a bit more than usual, but spring we tend to get nasty wind. Going to be in the 50's in a few days-that's more normal.
14. How many flights of stairs would you consider walking up in a building, or do you always take the lift/elevator?
One of my attendings once said I take the elevator up and the stairs down. Thought it was smart. lol It depends on where I am. Mostly, though I'll go up one, maybe two.
15. Have you ever considered how you would leave your home in an emergency?
Yes. Luckily I have good windows or doors in my house. I do worry about my critters.
16. Do you own your own washing machine in your home, or do you use a laundry service/laundry room in the building or a launderette?
Luckily I have my own. Because of clinic and barn stuff I do a *lot* of laundry.
17. Chinese New Year begins today, and festivities continue until March 3rd – the year of the Fire Horse. What animal are you born under in Chinese astrology?
I am a rat. :/ I identify more with Taurus.
Valentine's Day was a little stressful because I socialized! The opera had a fundraiser with a social hour (ack!) and then an awesome folky-ish concert. https://www.americanportraits.org
I successfully socialized without bursting into flames. lol The musicians were wonderful, and the pianist was quirky fun.
12. Do you have any siblings?
Functionally, one. I have two half siblings that I don't really interact with.
13. What’s the weather like today? Is it about average for the time of year?
It was in the 70's with nasty bad wind. The temp is a bit above average. The wind was a bit more than usual, but spring we tend to get nasty wind. Going to be in the 50's in a few days-that's more normal.
14. How many flights of stairs would you consider walking up in a building, or do you always take the lift/elevator?
One of my attendings once said I take the elevator up and the stairs down. Thought it was smart. lol It depends on where I am. Mostly, though I'll go up one, maybe two.
15. Have you ever considered how you would leave your home in an emergency?
Yes. Luckily I have good windows or doors in my house. I do worry about my critters.
16. Do you own your own washing machine in your home, or do you use a laundry service/laundry room in the building or a launderette?
Luckily I have my own. Because of clinic and barn stuff I do a *lot* of laundry.
17. Chinese New Year begins today, and festivities continue until March 3rd – the year of the Fire Horse. What animal are you born under in Chinese astrology?
I am a rat. :/ I identify more with Taurus.
Work has been really tiring this week. And then my clinic partner had to leave abruptly this morning, so I had to take some of her patients in my already full morning. But, with teamwork we got it all done in good time. Yay team! My NP came in to help with the afternoon, thankfully.
9. This year is the 40th anniversary of the release of the film Ferris Bueller’s Day Off – have you ever seen it? Bueller…. Bueller…. Bueller…..
Loved that movie. Still like it. It's where I encountered the band Yello.
10. Have you ever owned a Tamagotchi?
They were in my time, but no.
11. Would you consider yourself superstitious?
I'm in medicine, of *course* I'm superstitious! Many things we won't say for fear of Murphy listening. ;)
9. This year is the 40th anniversary of the release of the film Ferris Bueller’s Day Off – have you ever seen it? Bueller…. Bueller…. Bueller…..
Loved that movie. Still like it. It's where I encountered the band Yello.
10. Have you ever owned a Tamagotchi?
They were in my time, but no.
11. Would you consider yourself superstitious?
I'm in medicine, of *course* I'm superstitious! Many things we won't say for fear of Murphy listening. ;)
We had our annual meeting at church today. They've changed how we pick the vestry and convention delegates, so it was so much shorter-woot!! Good lunch, too.
7. Is there a subject at school which you disliked, but you would consider learning now?
Math is not my favorite. Gonna still go with no thanks. Been there, done that. I did music performance, but never thought about music theory. I wouldn't mind that now.
8. How often do you read fiction?
ALL THE TIME! And the things. lol
7. Is there a subject at school which you disliked, but you would consider learning now?
Math is not my favorite. Gonna still go with no thanks. Been there, done that. I did music performance, but never thought about music theory. I wouldn't mind that now.
8. How often do you read fiction?
ALL THE TIME! And the things. lol
THE OLYMPICS HAVE STARTED!! If i disappear for two weeks, that is probably why. :)
But,
6. In 1869, Harper's Weekly published the first picture of Uncle Sam with chin whiskers. Do you know anyone with a beard or a moustache?
Most notably our head priest, who changes his hair/facial hair almost every week, it seems. lol
But,
6. In 1869, Harper's Weekly published the first picture of Uncle Sam with chin whiskers. Do you know anyone with a beard or a moustache?
Most notably our head priest, who changes his hair/facial hair almost every week, it seems. lol
4. How old is the oldest book you own?
My mom once sent me some books she got at a junk shop, not sure what they are because it's been a long time since I've seen them. lol Oh, and I have an old pediatrics book on my shelf in the clinic. At least 25 years old. lol Kidding. (but they are, since a lot of them are from med school and residency) But, the old one I'm talking about is ??1940? Need to go look at it.
5. It’s the 60th anniversary of the game ‘Twister’ – have you ever played it?
Yes! Although the last time was over 25 years ago.
Choir last night was interesting. We spent the last 15 minutes in the nave, singing with the bells. We are doing an anthem together. The first time ever. I admit I was a bit unsure about it, but it was fun, and I love the bells director who directed us as well.
My mom once sent me some books she got at a junk shop, not sure what they are because it's been a long time since I've seen them. lol Oh, and I have an old pediatrics book on my shelf in the clinic. At least 25 years old. lol Kidding. (but they are, since a lot of them are from med school and residency) But, the old one I'm talking about is ??1940? Need to go look at it.
5. It’s the 60th anniversary of the game ‘Twister’ – have you ever played it?
Yes! Although the last time was over 25 years ago.
Choir last night was interesting. We spent the last 15 minutes in the nave, singing with the bells. We are doing an anthem together. The first time ever. I admit I was a bit unsure about it, but it was fun, and I love the bells director who directed us as well.
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yum!
It really is.
Mmmmmmm chocolate covered strawberries.
Riesen chocolate is so good.