Hi crew,
I'm suffering from a terrible case of writer's block and an increasing anxiety about writing about and facing these next few months.
The gremlins are wreaking havoc at the moment. I hope to be back soon with something more rational.
Thank you for all your kind words,
Charley
Now that my hiatus is over, time to pick up with a few traditions, one being All the News Not Fit to Print.
1. Who really cares about all this nonsense anyway?
2. You better be nice!
3. A bulletin from the 'Taking Away Your Rights' department.
4. Better get broadband!
tag: suri, white house, santa, AOL
I found this over at Ellipses...Suddenly Carly. She's one of my favorite reads, so check her out!
1. Have you ever been searched by the cops?
Never searched!
2. Do you close your eyes on roller coasters?
Only on the way up the really tall hill at the beginning. I hate heights!
3. When's the last time you've been sledding?
It's been ages, sadly. I think it's probably been a good ten years.
4. Would you rather sleep with someone else, or alone?
Is the air conditioning on? :)
5. Do you believe in ghosts?
Absolutely
6. Do you consider yourself creative?
I suppose...
7. Do you think O. J. Simpson killed his wife?
Yes
8. Jennifer Aniston or Angelina Jolie?
Team Jolie!
9. Do you stay friends with your exes?
I haven't had an ex in forever, so I assume that I have to say no!
10. Do you know how to play poker?
Indeed.
11. Have you ever been awake for 48 hours straight?
Longer than that, but it's been a good nine years.
12. What's your favorite commercial?
I think I like the Bud Light commercial with the guys on the roof.
13. What are you allergic to?
tree pollen!
14. If you're driving in the middle of the night, and no one is around do you run red lights?
No....what's the hurry?
15. Do you have a secret that no one knows but you?
Indeed.
16. Boston Red Sox or New York Yankees?
New York Yankees...it's not even a choice.
17. Have you ever been Ice Skating?
Yep, but I can't stand up.
18. How often do you remember your dreams?
Unfortunately, every night I don't take my medication.
19. When was the last time you laughed so hard you cried?
Probably about seven or eight months ago.
20. Can you name 5 songs by the Beatles?
Here Comes The Sun, Yesterday, Penny Lane, I Wanna Hold Your Hand, In My Life.
21. What's the one thing on your mind right now?
Food. I'm starving.
22. Do you know who Ghetto-ass Barbie is?
No, but she sounds skanky.
23. Do you always wear your seat belt?
Yes.
24. What cell service do you use?
Nextel. Anybody want to direct connect?
25. Do you like Sushi?
Raw fish. RAW fish. No way, Jose.
26. Have you ever narrowly avoided a fatal accident?
I have, thankfully.
27. What do you wear to bed?
Usually mesh shorts or in the buff.
28. Been caught stealing?
No.
29. What shoe size do you have?
11.5
30. Do you truly hate anyone?
No.
31. Classic Rock or Rap?
Classic Rock
32. If you could sleep with one famous person, who would it be?
Angelina Jolie.
33. Favorite song?
Two Step, by Dave Matthews Band
34. Have you ever sang in front of the mirror?
Too often.
35. What food do you find disgusting?
Fish, of any kind.
36. Do you sing in the shower?
I use what God gave me...not well, but I use it! :)
37. Did you ever play, "I'll show you mine, if you show me yours?"
I did, indeed.
38. Have you ever made fun of your friends behind their back?
Me? Gossip? Nawwwwwww. Or, maybe I do.
39. Have you ever stood up for someone you hardly knew?
Yes.
40. Have you ever been punched in the face?
I have. I boxed in college.
At the prodding of some friends, I've returned.
Today's Saturday Six from Patrick, over at Patrick's Weekender.
1. What is the last food you prepared that you burned badly?
Waffles. Stupid toaster.
2. Did you eat it anyway?
I love carbon, so yes.
3. What is your favorite carnival ride and why?
I hate rides. Maybe a merry-go-round. At least I won't puke.
4. Take the quiz: How is your inner child?
| Your Inner Child Is Scared |
 Like a kid, you tend to shy away from new experiences. You prefer what's tried and true - novelty is scary! New foods, new places, and new friends are difficult for you to deal with. Some say you're predictable, but you enjoy being comfortable. |
5. What is your ideal summer day?
A good book, a ball game, and some golf. And corn on the cob.
6. What was the setting of the last dream you remembered?
A hospital.
Sorry for being AWOL, folks. Life's been rather....tumultuous. I hope to have a post this weekend for everyone.
For now, the Friday Five:
The Friday Five makes its third consecutive appearance after a long hiatus. For those of you that haven't played before, all you have to do is answer these five questions in the comments below or in your own journal (but don't forget to link back here!). The first player of the week will have her or his journal promoted next week. Also, we always accept questions or themes from our players! Enjoy! Last week's entry can be found here.
Last week's first player was Patrick, of Patrick's Place. Patrick is the nicest, most sincere and well-meaning person I've met in a very long time. I first came upon his journal nearly a year ago, and since then he has been supportive and when needed a kind ear. He is always there for you when you need him, without condition. This is a rare thing indeed. And with that, this week's Friday Five
1. What is the one outfit/piece of clothing/accessory you own that makes you feel incredibly good whenever you wear it? Why?
I'm going to have to go with my navy blue suit. I always garner a compliment or two with it, and looking good always attracts some curious looks from the right people.
2. What do you do to make yourself feel better when you're in a funk?
Golf. A round of 18 is a glorious way to let off some steam. Of course, killing innocent civilians in Hitman: Blood Money is also another slightly more violent option.
3. Has anyone ever surprised you in a way that let you know you were special? How?
My former spiritual director would, time to time, ask me to help him with different tasks. These moments were special to me because they couldn't be predicted and opened up a part of him to me that other people never saw.
4. When you are having a "good day," how do you spread the happiness to others?
Smile and look people in the eye. Sometimes it takes a lot to do that on a busy day, even if you feel good. It's a rewarding way to share joy, though.
5. What is one thing that puts you in a bad mood, no matter how good you were previously feeling?
When my PTSD hits me without warning,which it has a horrible ability to do, at any time of the day or night. You can go from no anxiety to paralyzed instantaneously. That fear is so gripping, so real, that sometimes your heart feels like it will burst from your chest.
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| You Are 52% Gross |
 You're more than a little gross, but probably no more gross than the average person. Maybe it's time to drop some of those disgusting habits that could eventually embarrass you! |
The Friday Five makes its appearance two weeks in a row; please, hold your applause. <giggle> For those of you that haven't played before, all you have to do is answer these five questions in the comments below or in your own journal (but don't forget to link back here!). The first player of the week will have her or his journal promoted next week. Also, we always accept questions or themes from our players! Enjoy! Last week's entry can be found here.
Last week's first player was Dawn, of Carpe Diem. Seize the day she tells us, because every day is a precious gift and a chance for us to make a difference in the lives of the people that love us the most and that we love in return. It's a chance to make a difference in the lives of people you do not love, and that love you. Dawn teaches us that life is love, no matter the quality of the other, her journal shows that they too, need our love. And on we go!
1. What is (or would be) your dream vacation?
Easy! I would travel with the Yankees for the ENTIRE season - away, home, wouldn't matter. How much fun!
2. What's one thing no vacation can do without?
An atlas. If you don't know how to get from here to there, go get a map. Don't argue. Don't huff. Don't puff. There's no point. She's right and you are lost.
3. What has been the best trip of your life so far?
In 2001, three other adults and myself brought twenty-two of my students to the Yucatan peninsula for a strip studying the ancient Mayan civilization. That moved my heart and soul.
4. Who was with you on that trip and what is the role of that person in your life?
Jillian, Jon, and Lori were all chaperones. Mariana was our tour company liaison (she was amazing) and her husband drove the company bus. I had twenty-two students, of which, only six were boys. INSANITY
5. What's the worst thing that can happen during a vacation?
Car/transportation issues. I HATE traveling there. I just want to BE there. I'm becoming a much greater fan of trains for that very reason.
Enjoy folks! Don't forget to link back!
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