We're halfway through the week and it's time to digress. Just a wee bit.
I snagged this idea from the awesome Lauren over at Climbing Grier Mountain. Just something light, fun and required minimal thinking.
Feel free to join in on the fun!
A. Age: Just turned 27 two weeks ago. Ugh.
B. Bed size: King! The only size anyone should own. I used to not feel so strongly about this subject until the Mr. and I moved into together and I gained the love of my life, spread out all you want King bed. Complete. Awesomeness. Seriously, make the switch and you will never go back to a queen.
C. Chore you dislike: Making the bed, hand washing colanders and folding fitted sheets. I usually wash the sheets from the bed and replace, just to avoid from folding them.
D. Dogs: Jake. Nickames: Jakey Doo, Retard, dumb dog. Occupation: Reject hunting dog. Daily Activities: Laziness. Barking at commercials and non-out of the ordinary noises. Breaking neighbor's fences. Biting sprinkler heads.
E. Essential start to your day: First, complete silence because I AM NOT a morning person. Don't talk to me if you don't want to get your head bitten off. Second, coffee.
F. Favorite color: In general: blue. To wear: black and white, grey or purple. I like to make a bold statement with my wardrobe.
G. Gold or silver: Silver. Although I do own some gold costume jewelry that I am quite in love with.
H. Height: 5'6" - just average.
I. Instruments you play(ed): Play? Um, none. Played? I tried the piano when I was a kid and still kick myself for not sticking with it. Does 'Hot Cross Buns' on the recorder in 3rd grade classify as an instrument I used to play?
J. Job title: Title Schmitle. I hate titles. They're stupid. But if I must: Marketing Coordinator.
K. Kids: Currently only my fur baby.
L. Live: Boomingtropolis away from southern Johnson County, otherwise known as Western Shawnee, KS. We have a Tanners!
M. Mom’s name: Jana or Momma B.
N. Nicknames: Nothing too original. KK, Biddle, Lil Biddle
O. Overnight hospital stays: Three different times, all for surgery. In the sixth grade, I was badly burned by a three-wheeler and had to have a skin graph. The second time was a second surgery to the same injury. The third, appendicitis on Thanksgiving my freshman year of college.
P. Pet peeves: The water spots my husband creates on the bathroom vanity/sink and does not clean up, putting pans in the dishwasher, people who aren't positive or enjoyable to work with, and grammar usage in emails and FB posts (example: Your cute.).
Q. Quote from a movie: Not from a movie, but from one of the best TV shows ever made.
"Later that day I got to thinking about relationships. There are those that open you up to something new and exotic, those that are old and familiar, those that bring up lots of questions, those that bring you somewhere unexpected, those that bring you far from where you started, and those that bring you back. But the most exciting, challenging and significant relationship of all is the one you have with yourself. And if you can find someone to love the you you love, well, that's just fabulous." -Carrie, Sex and the City-
R. Righty or lefty: Righty. But my left hand is prettier. My fingers are slightly smaller and my nails always grow way longer on the left hand.
S. Siblings: Ryan, two years older. Lynndy & Scott, half sister and brother from my dad's previous marriage.
T. Time you wake up: Weekdays - 6:45am, Weekends - 8:30am, but entirely depends on the shenanigans that occurred the night before.
U. Underwear: Thongs. Occasionally boy shorts at night.
V. Vegetables you dont’ like: None that I can think of. I love my veggies! Had a wonderful vegetarian plate for lunch today (Ash Wednesday).
W. What makes you run late: Trying to decide what to wear. What a girly answer.
X. X-rays you’ve had: Way too many as of lately! Fractured wrist in the 3rd grade, Neck X-ray (2008), Shin X-ray (2010), CT Scan (2011).
Y. Yummy food you make: Check out some of my recipes in my 'In the Kitchen' section. My faves are desserts because I am a sweets addict. Really going to miss them for the next 6 weeks, gave them up for Lent.
Z. Zoo animal favorites: I don't know...the chimpanzees. I liked them as a kid. Wait, I change my mind. The giraffes because my in-laws have a giraffe neck/head mounted to the wall that extends up into the vaulted ceilings. No lie.
Happy Wednesday!
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March 9, 2011
February 16, 2011
Oh Na Na, What's my Name?
Names are supposed to have a finesse about them. An easy flow with a seamless transition that when you hear the first and last name together, they fit perfectly.
Like peanut butter and jelly. Barbie and Ken. Blue Moon and an orange slice.
Why else would people spend so much time naming their children if it didn't matter how it transitioned or sounded with the already determined last name?
But what about when we decide to tie the knot and don't get a choice of our last name?
Other than Julia Gulia from the Wedding Singer, I personally know only one other person with a similar name situation.
My dearest friend and the maid of honor in my wedding.
Heather Ledbetter*. {Sorry HK, I love you}
If you say it with a pause, it's not so bad, but if you say it quickly, it sort of rhymes like Julia Gulia. Not to mention her kids are going to be called Bed Wetters. :) LOL!
Well, today I'm going to talk about my name: Krista Kutter.
First things first, it's Kutter with a K, not with a C.
I can't believe how many people still spell it with a C after I have told them "Kutter with a K." It's a four syllable name, same as my maiden name. Not too hard and pretty simple if you ask me.
I've also been told it resembles the name of a porn star (the double K), a Nascar driver (not sure where my co-worker got that one), and that I should thank my lucky stars my middle name doesn't start with a K.
While I am super ecstatic that my middle name starts with an L, recent experiences with my name are slowing diminishing the so-I-thought simplicity of it.
On more than two occasions now, my name has been repeated back to me as Kris DeKutter.
See, if I say "Kris-ta Kutt-er" somewhat fast without leaving a liberal pause in between the two, people seem to think my name is Kris and my last name DeKutter. This epiphany brings me to the fact that my name is not uncomplicated, in the effortless roll off the tongue sort of way I would prefer.
I've learned my lesson. Slow down when saying my name. Or they might spell it back to me as Kris DeKutter. And yes, that really has happened.
Oh na na, what's my name?
Krista.....
{pause}
Kutter. Kutter with a K.
So, do you know anyone with names that don't quite go together? OR always get botched? Maybe they rhyme? Let's hear them!
*Heather is my best friend. She and I have joked about this a hundred times. So, as her best friend, I have the right to tell her that her name doesn't go together. Oh, and you better believe that I will the best damn aunt to all those bed wetter children someday.
Like peanut butter and jelly. Barbie and Ken. Blue Moon and an orange slice.
Why else would people spend so much time naming their children if it didn't matter how it transitioned or sounded with the already determined last name?
But what about when we decide to tie the knot and don't get a choice of our last name?
Other than Julia Gulia from the Wedding Singer, I personally know only one other person with a similar name situation.
My dearest friend and the maid of honor in my wedding.
Heather Ledbetter*. {Sorry HK, I love you}
If you say it with a pause, it's not so bad, but if you say it quickly, it sort of rhymes like Julia Gulia. Not to mention her kids are going to be called Bed Wetters. :) LOL!
Well, today I'm going to talk about my name: Krista Kutter.
First things first, it's Kutter with a K, not with a C.
I can't believe how many people still spell it with a C after I have told them "Kutter with a K." It's a four syllable name, same as my maiden name. Not too hard and pretty simple if you ask me.
I've also been told it resembles the name of a porn star (the double K), a Nascar driver (not sure where my co-worker got that one), and that I should thank my lucky stars my middle name doesn't start with a K.
While I am super ecstatic that my middle name starts with an L, recent experiences with my name are slowing diminishing the so-I-thought simplicity of it.
On more than two occasions now, my name has been repeated back to me as Kris DeKutter.
See, if I say "Kris-ta Kutt-er" somewhat fast without leaving a liberal pause in between the two, people seem to think my name is Kris and my last name DeKutter. This epiphany brings me to the fact that my name is not uncomplicated, in the effortless roll off the tongue sort of way I would prefer.
I've learned my lesson. Slow down when saying my name. Or they might spell it back to me as Kris DeKutter. And yes, that really has happened.
Oh na na, what's my name?
Krista.....
{pause}
Kutter. Kutter with a K.
So, do you know anyone with names that don't quite go together? OR always get botched? Maybe they rhyme? Let's hear them!
*Heather is my best friend. She and I have joked about this a hundred times. So, as her best friend, I have the right to tell her that her name doesn't go together. Oh, and you better believe that I will the best damn aunt to all those bed wetter children someday.
February 2, 2011
What I'm Loving Wednesday - C&B Style
There's few hours left in this Wednesday, but it's never too late to link up with Jamie and join the Wednesday fun!
I'm Loving these Bamboo Baskets with Liners. Because we all need a little organization in our lives!
I'm Loving this Delilah Plate. Love the texture!
I'm Loving this Stretch dish. What a different serving piece!
I'm Loving these Prato vases. Brian gets sick of my obsession with vases. But in my opinion, you can never have too many!
I'm Loving this Panini Press. Just because I think it would be cool to have one:).
I'm Loving these Ditto Salad Servers. Metallic? Yes please!
I'm Loving this Capri Chair. If I had a place for it, I would own it!
I'm Loving this Bentwood tray. These could really come in handy considering how much we eat dinner on the couch. I'm not proud, but it's the truth.
I'm Loving these Samovaari Bed Linens. Bold and Beautiful.
I'm Loving this Ona pitcher. I love it especially because we received it as a wedding gift and I love it for entertaining. See it in Citrus Punch action here.
I'm Loving this Silhouette couch. Mustard yellow is so fab!
I'm Loving this lamp. Modern. Eclectic. Fun.
I'm Loving these Verano dish towels. Because they exude sunshine and I am so ready for warm weather!
My Crate & Barrel catalog arrived in the mail today, so this WILW post will be all things C&B!
I'm Loving these Bamboo Baskets with Liners. Because we all need a little organization in our lives!
I'm Loving these Pot Luck Bakers. Casseroles galore!
I'm Loving this Stretch dish. What a different serving piece!
I'm Loving these Prato vases. Brian gets sick of my obsession with vases. But in my opinion, you can never have too many!
I'm Loving this Panini Press. Just because I think it would be cool to have one:).
I'm Loving this Capri Chair. If I had a place for it, I would own it!
I'm Loving this Bentwood tray. These could really come in handy considering how much we eat dinner on the couch. I'm not proud, but it's the truth.
I'm Loving these Samovaari Bed Linens. Bold and Beautiful.
I'm Loving this Ona pitcher. I love it especially because we received it as a wedding gift and I love it for entertaining. See it in Citrus Punch action here.
I'm Loving this Silhouette couch. Mustard yellow is so fab!
I'm Loving this lamp. Modern. Eclectic. Fun.
I'm Loving these Verano dish towels. Because they exude sunshine and I am so ready for warm weather!
Happy Groundhog Day!
January 28, 2011
Friday Randomness
It's Friday and I'm happy! Here's a few random things about this week:
A Little Behind
I worked out yesterday for the first time in two weeks. And I hated every minute of it. But, this mention isn't about my lack of motivation to get ready for summer. It's about my lack of keeping up with technology.
As I'm running on the treadmill, I can't help but notice a co-worker of mine (I have a gym at work), a college grad who recently started, staring at my iPod. Oh yeah, he couldn't keep his eyes off of my ancient iPod mini. You know, the first smaller iPod model apple ever invented? The one that just so happens to be bigger than most of the models out today. Yep, that's what I still work out with. He was probably wondering what it was and why he has never seen one before.
Well, my trusty old iPod mini is still alive and kicking. Works great actually. It just looks like I have a boom box strapped to my arm.
So, my question for you is...should I embrace my ancient iPod mini and use it until it breaks...or opt to buy one that is more up to speed with the rest of the world?
No Strings Attached
I saw this movie this week with my girls. It was quite funny and one I would recommend seeing. It was nice to see Natalie Portman in a different, more normal role. And Ashton, well Ashton is just a cutie patootie. My favorite quote from the movie: "You look like a pumpkin bitch!"
Why are you still here?
I found this little critter in my bathroom last night.
Why is he still around? It's the dead of winter. Confused. Anybody else have ladybugs crawling around their house?
Cake Balls
I made lemon cake balls last night for a work luncheon event today. I got this recipe from a friend and they are oh so yummy. Recipe coming soon...
A New Fav
Tostitos Artisan Recipes Chips - Roasted Garlic and Black Bean. Very tasty. Try them. Love them.
A Little Behind
I worked out yesterday for the first time in two weeks. And I hated every minute of it. But, this mention isn't about my lack of motivation to get ready for summer. It's about my lack of keeping up with technology.
As I'm running on the treadmill, I can't help but notice a co-worker of mine (I have a gym at work), a college grad who recently started, staring at my iPod. Oh yeah, he couldn't keep his eyes off of my ancient iPod mini. You know, the first smaller iPod model apple ever invented? The one that just so happens to be bigger than most of the models out today. Yep, that's what I still work out with. He was probably wondering what it was and why he has never seen one before.
Well, my trusty old iPod mini is still alive and kicking. Works great actually. It just looks like I have a boom box strapped to my arm.
So, my question for you is...should I embrace my ancient iPod mini and use it until it breaks...or opt to buy one that is more up to speed with the rest of the world?
No Strings Attached
I saw this movie this week with my girls. It was quite funny and one I would recommend seeing. It was nice to see Natalie Portman in a different, more normal role. And Ashton, well Ashton is just a cutie patootie. My favorite quote from the movie: "You look like a pumpkin bitch!"
Why are you still here?
I found this little critter in my bathroom last night.
Cake Balls
I made lemon cake balls last night for a work luncheon event today. I got this recipe from a friend and they are oh so yummy. Recipe coming soon...
A New Fav
Tostitos Artisan Recipes Chips - Roasted Garlic and Black Bean. Very tasty. Try them. Love them.
Happy Friday! Have a great weekend!
December 30, 2010
Thursday's Thoughts
Random of course. Would you really expect anything else!?
I’m excited for…
Our New Year’s Eve party! What is there not to love about friends, fun and a little bubbly? And maybe we’ll even show Dick Clark some love. Here's to an awesome 2011 full of new experiences!
I’m wishing for…
A vacation! Our last vacation together was to Mexico eight months ago. I tend to get the itch about twice a year:). So, I’m thinking it’s time to plan a trip. Winter ski trip? Summer Napa trip? Hmmm…not sure what we we'll plan this year, but something is in store!
I’m disliking…
Time Warner cable! Why does cable have to be so freakin’ expensive!? We went to get another box for our basement and my jaw dropped when they told me how much it was going to be for the box and a DVR. Needless to say, we just got the box. I’m cheap and wasn’t willing to pay. Don’t worry, Time Warner’s retention department will be receiving a call from Mrs. Moody.
I’m digging…
My new scarves! The infinity one I got for Christmas and the one I received at Roback’s Scarf Exchange. Love em!
I’m disappointed with…
Me and my lack of motivation to work out. I just can’t seem to find any. Maybe it’s the holidays or my laziness, but I need a swift kick in my you-know-what! This is why planned beach vacations are great, they give you a reason to get motivated.
I’m looking forward to…
Our road trip to Dallas for my cousin’s wedding. We will be traveling and bunking with my brother and his sweet girlfriend. Maybe my brother and I can get in a huge fight over the Alphabet game like we always did when we were kids. LOL. I was always accused of cheating! Probably so…
I’m missing…
Flip flops, sun dresses and the lake. Nuff said. Oh, and good TV. Come back shows!
I’m thankful for…
A great job and a great company to work for. After three and half years, I am still amazed at how valued I feel!
Friends and family. Everyone needs a shoulder to cry on, an ear to listen and a laugh to share.
Love. The kind that makes your insides turn and inspires you to be a better person. And no matter what you do that might conflict it, it surprises you, respects you, and brings you back to what really matters. Cheesy? Yes. But, I can’t help it. I cherish what I have and like to shout it from the rooftop!
Happy Thursday everyone! But it's really my Friday! Woot Woot!
I’m excited for…
Our New Year’s Eve party! What is there not to love about friends, fun and a little bubbly? And maybe we’ll even show Dick Clark some love. Here's to an awesome 2011 full of new experiences!
Andre! Only the classiest of all champagnes:).
A vacation! Our last vacation together was to Mexico eight months ago. I tend to get the itch about twice a year:). So, I’m thinking it’s time to plan a trip. Winter ski trip? Summer Napa trip? Hmmm…not sure what we we'll plan this year, but something is in store!
I’m disliking…
Time Warner cable! Why does cable have to be so freakin’ expensive!? We went to get another box for our basement and my jaw dropped when they told me how much it was going to be for the box and a DVR. Needless to say, we just got the box. I’m cheap and wasn’t willing to pay. Don’t worry, Time Warner’s retention department will be receiving a call from Mrs. Moody.
I’m digging…
My new scarves! The infinity one I got for Christmas and the one I received at Roback’s Scarf Exchange. Love em!
Me and my lack of motivation to work out. I just can’t seem to find any. Maybe it’s the holidays or my laziness, but I need a swift kick in my you-know-what! This is why planned beach vacations are great, they give you a reason to get motivated.
I’m looking forward to…
Our road trip to Dallas for my cousin’s wedding. We will be traveling and bunking with my brother and his sweet girlfriend. Maybe my brother and I can get in a huge fight over the Alphabet game like we always did when we were kids. LOL. I was always accused of cheating! Probably so…
I’m missing…
Flip flops, sun dresses and the lake. Nuff said. Oh, and good TV. Come back shows!
I’m thankful for…
A great job and a great company to work for. After three and half years, I am still amazed at how valued I feel!
Friends and family. Everyone needs a shoulder to cry on, an ear to listen and a laugh to share.
Love. The kind that makes your insides turn and inspires you to be a better person. And no matter what you do that might conflict it, it surprises you, respects you, and brings you back to what really matters. Cheesy? Yes. But, I can’t help it. I cherish what I have and like to shout it from the rooftop!
Happy Thursday everyone! But it's really my Friday! Woot Woot!
December 8, 2010
What I'm Loving Wednesday
I've been wanting to join in on the fun for a What I'm Loving Wednesday post, so here goes! I haven't even had the chance to really dive into Jamie's blog yet (discovered from a friend's blog), but she's the fabulous host of WILW.
Link up to join the fun.
I'm Loving that I am back in action for uploading photos to my blog! I was at capacity for the free space Picasa Web Albums offers through blogger, so I had to purchase additional storage for only $5. Note to all you bloggers, if you shoot in raw or shoot fairly large photos, make sure you are resizing them! It will save you a ton of space. Here's how to quickly resize a bunch of photos all at once in Photoshop.
I'm Loving butterscotch chips! How have I never baked with these? They will be making their debut in my delicious cookie recipe for an upcoming holiday craft. More to come on this.
I'm Loving that dinner will be ready when I get home! Thanks to a crock pot recipe from Ali over at 3s Company. My kitchen might be a little messy from prepping this AM, my hair may have a faint smell of shredded chicken, and was slightly late to work, but I sure can't wait to try this one out. My good friend Mark is coming over for dinner, so he can be my guinea pig:).
I'm Loving my new cognac riding boots from Urban. Love. Love. Love.
I'm Loving that good things can happen to good people. And that there are nice people in this world willing to help others out. Yes, a semi-conceited statement, but I am thanking my lucky stars today!
I received an email from Brian about 11:00 AM saying "dumb dog got out".
I can't tell you how many thoughts went through my head. "Oh no!, Is he ok? Where is my Jakey boy? How does Brian know he got out?" He never wears his collar...
Well, I'm happy to inform you that Jake escaped from a broken fence post in our yard and ran into our neighbor's garage as she was opening it. No, it wasn't CN if you are wondering:). She has kindly been watching him all day and allowing him to have a play date with her two dogs. I was so happy to hear the good news! I can't imagine having to post missing dog posters.
Therefore...
I'm Loving my sweet, specially-challenged, but very well-behaved doggy! Thanks for not running off and only visiting the neighbor Jake.
Link up to join the fun.
I'm Loving that I am back in action for uploading photos to my blog! I was at capacity for the free space Picasa Web Albums offers through blogger, so I had to purchase additional storage for only $5. Note to all you bloggers, if you shoot in raw or shoot fairly large photos, make sure you are resizing them! It will save you a ton of space. Here's how to quickly resize a bunch of photos all at once in Photoshop.
I'm Loving butterscotch chips! How have I never baked with these? They will be making their debut in my delicious cookie recipe for an upcoming holiday craft. More to come on this.
I'm Loving that dinner will be ready when I get home! Thanks to a crock pot recipe from Ali over at 3s Company. My kitchen might be a little messy from prepping this AM, my hair may have a faint smell of shredded chicken, and was slightly late to work, but I sure can't wait to try this one out. My good friend Mark is coming over for dinner, so he can be my guinea pig:).
I'm Loving my new cognac riding boots from Urban. Love. Love. Love.
I'm Loving everything about Christmas time. Hot chocolate, lights, decorations, receiving holiday cards, presents under the tree, baking, using our fireplace, holiday parties and my upcoming scarf exchange, and Glee's Christmas episode last night!
I'm Loving that good things can happen to good people. And that there are nice people in this world willing to help others out. Yes, a semi-conceited statement, but I am thanking my lucky stars today!
I received an email from Brian about 11:00 AM saying "dumb dog got out".
I can't tell you how many thoughts went through my head. "Oh no!, Is he ok? Where is my Jakey boy? How does Brian know he got out?" He never wears his collar...
Well, I'm happy to inform you that Jake escaped from a broken fence post in our yard and ran into our neighbor's garage as she was opening it. No, it wasn't CN if you are wondering:). She has kindly been watching him all day and allowing him to have a play date with her two dogs. I was so happy to hear the good news! I can't imagine having to post missing dog posters.
Therefore...
I'm Loving my sweet, specially-challenged, but very well-behaved doggy! Thanks for not running off and only visiting the neighbor Jake.
Happy Wednesday! Half way through the week!
October 16, 2010
Fever Going Down
I've already told you about my small crush on Justin Bieber.
He's a total cutie. He's talented for a youngster. He's the "it" thing for teeny boppers right now.
I don't necessarily like his music all that much, I just love his star presence and everyone's obsession for him.
However, his most recent marketing ploy is deterring me away a bit.
The 16-year old teen sensation is launching his own line of nail polish for Nicole by OPI.
Seriously.
As if the first double take wasn't enough, the collection is called One Less Lonely Girl and the shades are inspired by his hits such as, Step 2 the Beat of My Heart (heart shaped glitter), One Less Lonely Glitter (lavender) and Give Me The First Dance (silver), Prized Possession Purple (grape) and Me + Blue (Dark Blue), and OMB! (bright red).
The line will debut exclusively at Walmart this December, and then expand to other retailers including Target and Sears.
I must admit, I bet teenage girls will go goo-goo for his product, and this strategy will probably be highly successful. I just don't see how someone can endorse something they themselves don't even use.
Is there anywhere that Justin Bieber isn't? He's everywhere. Now, teenage girls and anyone with Bieber Fever can have a little piece of Justin painted on their nails.
Awe, so cute.
He's a total cutie. He's talented for a youngster. He's the "it" thing for teeny boppers right now.
I don't necessarily like his music all that much, I just love his star presence and everyone's obsession for him.
However, his most recent marketing ploy is deterring me away a bit.
The 16-year old teen sensation is launching his own line of nail polish for Nicole by OPI.
Seriously.
As if the first double take wasn't enough, the collection is called One Less Lonely Girl and the shades are inspired by his hits such as, Step 2 the Beat of My Heart (heart shaped glitter), One Less Lonely Glitter (lavender) and Give Me The First Dance (silver), Prized Possession Purple (grape) and Me + Blue (Dark Blue), and OMB! (bright red).
The line will debut exclusively at Walmart this December, and then expand to other retailers including Target and Sears.
I must admit, I bet teenage girls will go goo-goo for his product, and this strategy will probably be highly successful. I just don't see how someone can endorse something they themselves don't even use.
Is there anywhere that Justin Bieber isn't? He's everywhere. Now, teenage girls and anyone with Bieber Fever can have a little piece of Justin painted on their nails.
Awe, so cute.
September 21, 2010
Trip Down Memory Lane
I was on a run last night, when I was suddenly stopped by something that caught my eye. I proceeded to bend down and pick it up as a ton of old memories came flying in.
It's a living thing. It's somewhat pretty. Err..sort of. You probably made something out of them when you were little. Anybody know what it might be?
They were those little white and purple flowers (I actually think they are weeds) that seemed to pop up all over the playground, and you made jewelry out of them.
Do you remember doing this as a kid!? You probably only did this if you are a girl. Rings, necklaces and bracelets. If not, I guess I was a strange kid, but I vividly remembering doing this as a little girl.
So, this post is entirely dedicated to my memories of being a kid in the 90s.
I know I have missed a ton of monumental things of growing up in this era, but these are some of the things that came to my mind:
Slap Bracelets
Totally rock! I loved these. My brother and I used to fight over these. Who am I kidding? My brother and I fought over everything. I'm glad we are finally past that in our lives. Well, most of the time. :)
MASH
Remember when we left the future of our lives in the twists and turns of a swirl on a piece of paper? The career I always hoped for was a news reporter. Ha!
Pogs
I wasn't in to these for very long, but my brother sure was. I would steal his slammers just to piss him off.
Origami Folds
Remember when it wasn't cool to pass a note if it wasn't folded in an origami fashion. Oh, and can't forget how you always wrote "pull" on the little tab. :)
Not sure about you guys, but I was a note-writing freak. So much that I kept many of them from my middle school/early high school years as "keepsakes." I went through some of them a few years back and it was a hoot!! The things my friends and I were concerned with back then are just sooooooooo different from today. Sigh.
Another origami activity I was reminded of when thinking about folding cool notes was the fortune teller game.
L.Y.L.A.S
I wrote this at the end of all my notes. Love ya like a sister! LOL
Skip It
I was obsessed with the Skip It. I think I went through a couple of them because my pesky brother broke so many. This is probably similar to what I looked like.
Little Sally Walker
Did anyone else play this relentless game at recess? Or was it just me and my girly cheerleader friends in the 5th grade? Here's a funny tidbit, we even got the boys to play! They liked is just as much as we did! No lie.
New Kids on the Block
I wasn't quite as obsessed with this boy band as some of my childhood friends, but it probably was only because I was putting on a front. I was insanely jealous of the girl down the street who had a decked-out NKOTB bedroom. Sheets, pillows, bed skirt, comforter, curtains, rug, posters, barbie dolls. You name it, she had it and I wanted it. Let's just say my mom didn't ever let me turn my bedroom into a NKOTB fan fest. Thank you mom.
Caboodles
You know, that big plastic, really convenient carrier that held all your blue and teal eyeshadow and bright pink lipstick?
TV of the 90s
Clarissa Explains It All, Double Dare, Saved By the Bell, 90210, Melrose Place, Boy Meets World. There were so many good ones. I'm not sure I should have even been allowed to watch 90210 and Melrose, but I sure loved them.
I can only imagine how many young girls are obsessed with Gossip Girl these days. Surely, the average high school girl can relate to everything S and B experience in that show, right? Getting into NYC clubs under age, excessive drinking, paparazzi, trips to Paris. Totally relative.
I wonder if any of these childhood memories will be making any epic comebacks? Or maybe kids today are still playing MASH, have a skip it, own pogs, pass notes in between classes and carry a caboodle?
Yeah right! Who am I kidding?! Today's teens don't give a damn about pogs!
A kid in the 21st Century is worried about updating their status on their facebook page (with their iPhone of course), watches Gossip Girl, carries a Coach purse and has carpal tunnel from texting.
It's a living thing. It's somewhat pretty. Err..sort of. You probably made something out of them when you were little. Anybody know what it might be?
They were those little white and purple flowers (I actually think they are weeds) that seemed to pop up all over the playground, and you made jewelry out of them.
Do you remember doing this as a kid!? You probably only did this if you are a girl. Rings, necklaces and bracelets. If not, I guess I was a strange kid, but I vividly remembering doing this as a little girl.
So, this post is entirely dedicated to my memories of being a kid in the 90s.
I know I have missed a ton of monumental things of growing up in this era, but these are some of the things that came to my mind:
Slap Bracelets
Totally rock! I loved these. My brother and I used to fight over these. Who am I kidding? My brother and I fought over everything. I'm glad we are finally past that in our lives. Well, most of the time. :)
MASH
Remember when we left the future of our lives in the twists and turns of a swirl on a piece of paper? The career I always hoped for was a news reporter. Ha!
Pogs
I wasn't in to these for very long, but my brother sure was. I would steal his slammers just to piss him off.
Origami Folds
Remember when it wasn't cool to pass a note if it wasn't folded in an origami fashion. Oh, and can't forget how you always wrote "pull" on the little tab. :)
Not sure about you guys, but I was a note-writing freak. So much that I kept many of them from my middle school/early high school years as "keepsakes." I went through some of them a few years back and it was a hoot!! The things my friends and I were concerned with back then are just sooooooooo different from today. Sigh.
Another origami activity I was reminded of when thinking about folding cool notes was the fortune teller game.
L.Y.L.A.S
I wrote this at the end of all my notes. Love ya like a sister! LOL
Skip It
I was obsessed with the Skip It. I think I went through a couple of them because my pesky brother broke so many. This is probably similar to what I looked like.
Little Sally Walker
Did anyone else play this relentless game at recess? Or was it just me and my girly cheerleader friends in the 5th grade? Here's a funny tidbit, we even got the boys to play! They liked is just as much as we did! No lie.
New Kids on the Block
I wasn't quite as obsessed with this boy band as some of my childhood friends, but it probably was only because I was putting on a front. I was insanely jealous of the girl down the street who had a decked-out NKOTB bedroom. Sheets, pillows, bed skirt, comforter, curtains, rug, posters, barbie dolls. You name it, she had it and I wanted it. Let's just say my mom didn't ever let me turn my bedroom into a NKOTB fan fest. Thank you mom.
Caboodles
You know, that big plastic, really convenient carrier that held all your blue and teal eyeshadow and bright pink lipstick?
TV of the 90s
Clarissa Explains It All, Double Dare, Saved By the Bell, 90210, Melrose Place, Boy Meets World. There were so many good ones. I'm not sure I should have even been allowed to watch 90210 and Melrose, but I sure loved them.
I can only imagine how many young girls are obsessed with Gossip Girl these days. Surely, the average high school girl can relate to everything S and B experience in that show, right? Getting into NYC clubs under age, excessive drinking, paparazzi, trips to Paris. Totally relative.
I wonder if any of these childhood memories will be making any epic comebacks? Or maybe kids today are still playing MASH, have a skip it, own pogs, pass notes in between classes and carry a caboodle?
Yeah right! Who am I kidding?! Today's teens don't give a damn about pogs!
A kid in the 21st Century is worried about updating their status on their facebook page (with their iPhone of course), watches Gossip Girl, carries a Coach purse and has carpal tunnel from texting.
August 24, 2010
It's That Time Again
Tonight was the first night of what I have to look forward to for the next 16 weeks.
That's right ladies and gents, the hubs had his first fantasy football draft.
Can you tell how excited I am for this annual event? C'mon, it's only the one time of year where the hubs gets to partake in fake, put together teams of real-life players, where all his time is consumed by sitting in front of the TV and computer.
Let me take you back a few years, a few fantasy football seasons ago, when we were honeymooning in Maui, Hawaii. Yes, it was our honeymoon. Brian wasupset flipping out that the Internet wasn't free in the rooms. To make matters worse, his phone wasn't working properly for him to switch out his players.
Well, it was playoffs, and he just had to find a device that provided him with the world wide web. Our honeymooning adventures didn't matter one bit, his main concern was what running back he was going to play.
Lucky for him, my phone worked fine, so he didn't have to throw any childish temper tantrums about not being able to switch out players. Trust me, it would have happened. Even with the ability to use my phone and change his players, he still managed to drop a line several times on our honeymoon, "Man, I miss ESPN."
Gotta love the testosterone.
According to a Fox news article, nearly 37 million people spend an average of 50 minutes a week at work managing their fantasy teams during the National Football League regular season. In fact, it says that fantasy sports ranks just as high with shopping on eBay and online poker as the biggest waste of productivity at the workplace.
Too end this post, I wanted to display some team names I googled that made me chuckle. Enjoy! Good luck fantasy footballers!
Favre Dollar Footlong
Multiple Scoregasms
Wii Not Fit
TDs 'N Beer
Urine Trouble
Farve From Over
2 Mannings, 1 Cup
Vick's Best Friend
He Went to Jared
Bros Before SHAINCOES
My Vick in a Box
Somwhere Over Dwayne Bowe
Do Us all a Favre and Retire
Donte Drink and Drive
My Maroney has a first name its OSCAR
That's right ladies and gents, the hubs had his first fantasy football draft.
Can you tell how excited I am for this annual event? C'mon, it's only the one time of year where the hubs gets to partake in fake, put together teams of real-life players, where all his time is consumed by sitting in front of the TV and computer.
Let me take you back a few years, a few fantasy football seasons ago, when we were honeymooning in Maui, Hawaii. Yes, it was our honeymoon. Brian was
Well, it was playoffs, and he just had to find a device that provided him with the world wide web. Our honeymooning adventures didn't matter one bit, his main concern was what running back he was going to play.
Lucky for him, my phone worked fine, so he didn't have to throw any childish temper tantrums about not being able to switch out players. Trust me, it would have happened. Even with the ability to use my phone and change his players, he still managed to drop a line several times on our honeymoon, "Man, I miss ESPN."
Gotta love the testosterone.
According to a Fox news article, nearly 37 million people spend an average of 50 minutes a week at work managing their fantasy teams during the National Football League regular season. In fact, it says that fantasy sports ranks just as high with shopping on eBay and online poker as the biggest waste of productivity at the workplace.
Too end this post, I wanted to display some team names I googled that made me chuckle. Enjoy! Good luck fantasy footballers!
Favre Dollar Footlong
Multiple Scoregasms
Wii Not Fit
TDs 'N Beer
Urine Trouble
Farve From Over
2 Mannings, 1 Cup
Vick's Best Friend
He Went to Jared
Bros Before SHAINCOES
My Vick in a Box
Somwhere Over Dwayne Bowe
Do Us all a Favre and Retire
Donte Drink and Drive
My Maroney has a first name its OSCAR
August 23, 2010
All About Me
Woof! Woof! My name is Jake, aka dumb dog, retard or nimrod, take your pick. I pretty much answer to anything, but don't approach my house if you don't want me to bark at you at first. I have a mean bark, but I'm really a big sissy.
I may be a re-re, but I sure am spoiled! My mom and dad love me so much that it was all about me this weekend! I got to play in the sprinklers twice, go for a car ride, and play at the dog park.
They even let me sleep in the bed because they felt bad for leaving me on Saturday night while they went out. I put on a major mopey walk and sad face when they made me go to the kennel before they left. And look what it got me? A night in the bed! That doesn't happen very often! Ha ha, suckers.
Check out all the pics I posed for this weekend. I'm such a good model. I'm definitely one of the most ideal dogs out there. Just sayin'.
I may be a re-re, but I sure am spoiled! My mom and dad love me so much that it was all about me this weekend! I got to play in the sprinklers twice, go for a car ride, and play at the dog park.
They even let me sleep in the bed because they felt bad for leaving me on Saturday night while they went out. I put on a major mopey walk and sad face when they made me go to the kennel before they left. And look what it got me? A night in the bed! That doesn't happen very often! Ha ha, suckers.
Check out all the pics I posed for this weekend. I'm such a good model. I'm definitely one of the most ideal dogs out there. Just sayin'.
I love playing in the sprinklers. I like to think the sprinkler head is a bird. I have a mean stare.
Then I take it in the face.
Then I run all around like a nimrod.
Sometimes I bite the sprinkler head.
That was fun!
On our way to the dog park! I was so excited!
I'm the King of the world! Too bad I'm cuter than you Leo.
Look at me mom and dad! I can swim really good!
This isn't my ball, but I'll go after it anyways.
Friends!
I'll admit, I like to pick on the little guys.
Best parents ever.
Thanks Mom and Dad. I had a great doggie day!
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