What is your favorite scripture or inspirational quote? Why is it so special to you?
It changes in my life. Its what I need at that time. For awhile it was "A woman who stands behind her man, can't see where she is going". My newest one is "There is a secret in our society, it isn't that childbirth is painful, its that women are strong".....this is part of my inspiration to have a natural childbirth.
Saturday, January 10, 2009
Question #9
What is your favorite holiday? How do you celebrate it?
Its not really a holiday but my favorite event during the year SHOULD be a holiday LOL....Super Bowl Sunday. Even if my Broncos are not in it, its still a day I count down to and can't wait for!!!!
When I lived in the states either me or one of my friends would throw a big party, tons of friends, great food, many times a chili contest. We would have some light gambling and bets going on. But it is just a great day for friends.
When I was a kid my parent's friends always had parties that kids were allowed at so it was a huge party even then. I remember the year my parents had the party-my dad had ordered several cases of Alaskan King Crab Legs (MY FAVORITE) and we just ate and ate and ate. It was one of my favorite memories of growing up!
While overseas my Super Bowl Sunday's are lacking :( Last year we watched it online-not quit the same. Not sure whats going on this year yet.
Its not really a holiday but my favorite event during the year SHOULD be a holiday LOL....Super Bowl Sunday. Even if my Broncos are not in it, its still a day I count down to and can't wait for!!!!
When I lived in the states either me or one of my friends would throw a big party, tons of friends, great food, many times a chili contest. We would have some light gambling and bets going on. But it is just a great day for friends.
When I was a kid my parent's friends always had parties that kids were allowed at so it was a huge party even then. I remember the year my parents had the party-my dad had ordered several cases of Alaskan King Crab Legs (MY FAVORITE) and we just ate and ate and ate. It was one of my favorite memories of growing up!
While overseas my Super Bowl Sunday's are lacking :( Last year we watched it online-not quit the same. Not sure whats going on this year yet.
Friday, January 9, 2009
Question #8
Tell about your family reunions.
Growing up my dad's side of the family had a family reunion on the second Sunday of August. They still do. I haven't been to one since my dad died, I hope to change that someday so my husband can meet that side of my family. We would all get together at the park (because we don't fit into anyone's homes there are so many of us), and have a BBQ and just hang out. We usually had a pool at the park so the kids would usually end up there if the weather was nice.
My mom's side of the family I remember one particular reunion...our family comes from Germany and when I was younger (maybe 8ish) we had some of the Germany family in South Dakota. I really wish I remembered more of it. We also get together in a park and just do a BBQ and hang out.
I have to be honest I really suck at remembering who everyone is..I can't even name all my cousins, and I was in my 20's before I could list all my uncles (still working on aunts). Because I can't remember everyone I'm uncomfortable with the reunions because I feel bad for not knowing.
Growing up my dad's side of the family had a family reunion on the second Sunday of August. They still do. I haven't been to one since my dad died, I hope to change that someday so my husband can meet that side of my family. We would all get together at the park (because we don't fit into anyone's homes there are so many of us), and have a BBQ and just hang out. We usually had a pool at the park so the kids would usually end up there if the weather was nice.
My mom's side of the family I remember one particular reunion...our family comes from Germany and when I was younger (maybe 8ish) we had some of the Germany family in South Dakota. I really wish I remembered more of it. We also get together in a park and just do a BBQ and hang out.
I have to be honest I really suck at remembering who everyone is..I can't even name all my cousins, and I was in my 20's before I could list all my uncles (still working on aunts). Because I can't remember everyone I'm uncomfortable with the reunions because I feel bad for not knowing.
Thursday, January 8, 2009
Question #7
What advice would you give to a young woman just beginning her adult life and her family?
Listen to your intuition-EVERY TIME.
Retirement is not an old person goal-make it one now.
Spend less then you make, don't buy things you can't afford.
Travel to those places you think you never could.
Help others.
Just because their family doesn't mean they are good for you.
Make you your first priority, your no good to anyone else if you don't.
Listen to your intuition-EVERY TIME.
Retirement is not an old person goal-make it one now.
Spend less then you make, don't buy things you can't afford.
Travel to those places you think you never could.
Help others.
Just because their family doesn't mean they are good for you.
Make you your first priority, your no good to anyone else if you don't.
Wednesday, January 7, 2009
Question #6
What do you think is the best way to bring about world peace?
I think we can be alot better, but not sure if world peace will ever really happen, without some conflict we may not challenge ourselves enough. If people just started thinking more globally and realizing that what they do can and does affect others and to act accordingly would be a great first step.
I think we can be alot better, but not sure if world peace will ever really happen, without some conflict we may not challenge ourselves enough. If people just started thinking more globally and realizing that what they do can and does affect others and to act accordingly would be a great first step.
Tuesday, January 6, 2009
Question #5
What is the meanest thing anyone has ever said to you? Who said it (if you can share that)? How did that affect you?
When I was having my last miscarriage in Sept I had many anonymous posters on my blog accuse me of making it up and being an online troll, and several people attack me on my favorite online site JM. I was destroyed by this. Unfortunately this was the SECOND time I was accused of lying about a miscarriage. It still affects me to this day, I know my way of coping with things is different then most people but it works for me. The first time I just told people it was over and I got accused of lying because I didn't tell more details of what happened. This time I told the whole story with tons of details--same result of being accussed. I just couldn't win. I went so far as to take pictures of my medical documents to Prove my story. I really can't think of a worse thing to have to deal with when going through a misscarriage then having people call you a liar and asking for proof. Just thinking about it makes me want to cry. How has it affected me...well I don't like to post my details as much online about whats going on with my pregnancy, and I try not to be so excited about it online. I keep most my posts and updates to my personal blog instead and I block unknown people from posting on my blog.
When I was having my last miscarriage in Sept I had many anonymous posters on my blog accuse me of making it up and being an online troll, and several people attack me on my favorite online site JM. I was destroyed by this. Unfortunately this was the SECOND time I was accused of lying about a miscarriage. It still affects me to this day, I know my way of coping with things is different then most people but it works for me. The first time I just told people it was over and I got accused of lying because I didn't tell more details of what happened. This time I told the whole story with tons of details--same result of being accussed. I just couldn't win. I went so far as to take pictures of my medical documents to Prove my story. I really can't think of a worse thing to have to deal with when going through a misscarriage then having people call you a liar and asking for proof. Just thinking about it makes me want to cry. How has it affected me...well I don't like to post my details as much online about whats going on with my pregnancy, and I try not to be so excited about it online. I keep most my posts and updates to my personal blog instead and I block unknown people from posting on my blog.
Monday, January 5, 2009
Question #4
Who taught you how to drive a car? What do you remember about those lessons?
My father taught me how to drive a 5 speed! I remember the very first time he took me out. We went to the out skirt of town and he pulled over on this old dirt road. I got in the driver side and actually got it the first couple times! But then I was thinking to much and got stuck over and over again stalling out the car. Once I was able to actually drive he pointed at a deer in the field next to us, I of course looked over and the car started to follow my stare LOL. My dad grabbed the wheel and kept us on the road---I have done great about not doing that again! I still to this day remember the feeling of almost crashing the car. It was frightening. After I became city worthy of driving my mom would start taking me out also. Both were pretty calm with me...thank goodness!
I'm so glad I learned to drive a clutch first. I will definitely be making sure my kids some day know how to drive one....right after I teach my husband! LOL
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My father taught me how to drive a 5 speed! I remember the very first time he took me out. We went to the out skirt of town and he pulled over on this old dirt road. I got in the driver side and actually got it the first couple times! But then I was thinking to much and got stuck over and over again stalling out the car. Once I was able to actually drive he pointed at a deer in the field next to us, I of course looked over and the car started to follow my stare LOL. My dad grabbed the wheel and kept us on the road---I have done great about not doing that again! I still to this day remember the feeling of almost crashing the car. It was frightening. After I became city worthy of driving my mom would start taking me out also. Both were pretty calm with me...thank goodness!
I'm so glad I learned to drive a clutch first. I will definitely be making sure my kids some day know how to drive one....right after I teach my husband! LOL
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Saturday, January 3, 2009
Question #3
When did you introduce your spouse (or significant other) to your family? Tell about that day.
Troy met my mom and my aunt Linda at the same time. My dad had been gone for a few years before I met Troy, its weird to marry and love a man so much and not have him know that part of me. Anyway... My mom and my aunt came up to visit me while I was in Brookings going to College my super senior year LOL. Troy and I were only good friends at the time however. He actually had a long term girlfriend of three years. We all went to a bar "The Chevy" which was the bar that everyone went to at the time. We all just drank, danced and talked all night long! I found this out later but apparently my mom (after a few drinks) confronted Troy about how he was "obviously" attracted to me, as I was him, and why he just didn't break up with his girlfriend and date me. She knew that night we would end up together. Those moms are just so smart aren't they!
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Troy met my mom and my aunt Linda at the same time. My dad had been gone for a few years before I met Troy, its weird to marry and love a man so much and not have him know that part of me. Anyway... My mom and my aunt came up to visit me while I was in Brookings going to College my super senior year LOL. Troy and I were only good friends at the time however. He actually had a long term girlfriend of three years. We all went to a bar "The Chevy" which was the bar that everyone went to at the time. We all just drank, danced and talked all night long! I found this out later but apparently my mom (after a few drinks) confronted Troy about how he was "obviously" attracted to me, as I was him, and why he just didn't break up with his girlfriend and date me. She knew that night we would end up together. Those moms are just so smart aren't they!
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Friday, January 2, 2009
Question #2
Write about what you daydream about most.
I have always dreamed of going somewhere in Africa and doing volunteer work out in a remote village. I want to live like they do and really immerse myself in their way of life. The work I do seems to change some...something with healthcare for sure. I have always had a strong urge to life off the land completely. I know people who know me would laugh at this since I can barely cook even with all the gadgets I do own!
Another daydream I had growing up...I'm living it! I am traveling around the world and living in different countries and seeing EVERYTHING! Two and a half years later and I am still in awe of the way I live and I feel so fortunate to be able to do it.
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I have always dreamed of going somewhere in Africa and doing volunteer work out in a remote village. I want to live like they do and really immerse myself in their way of life. The work I do seems to change some...something with healthcare for sure. I have always had a strong urge to life off the land completely. I know people who know me would laugh at this since I can barely cook even with all the gadgets I do own!
Another daydream I had growing up...I'm living it! I am traveling around the world and living in different countries and seeing EVERYTHING! Two and a half years later and I am still in awe of the way I live and I feel so fortunate to be able to do it.
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Thursday, January 1, 2009
Question #1
Write about a bad habit that you would like to get rid of. How are you going to do it?
I have the bad habit of not picking up after myself. I'm not a clean person in general. I mean I'M a clean person but my home environment is not something I keep clean. I do bath daily and keep myself clean LOL. I don't want to turn into my mother and have to have everything spotless at all times, but somewhere in the process of avoiding that I became a slob. Troy (my husband) is much cleaner than I am and it does bug him that I am so messy. I mean we live in hotels I even have house-keepers that will clean the room everyday! But I can't seem to even keep things tidy!
Now this really is starting to bug me even and I see how in the future with children this may just plane be unsafe.
Now what am I going to do to get rid of this bad habit. I know me and I need to start small till I get used to something before continuing to just fix the problem in one swoop. I heard somewhere of a good idea I think I will try....I'm going to set an alarm clock for 15 min and clean whatever I can in that 15 min and call it a day after that. I hear of some ladies who specialize in helping women organize their life/house but I can't for the life of me remember their names? If anyone knows it please share it with me!
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I have the bad habit of not picking up after myself. I'm not a clean person in general. I mean I'M a clean person but my home environment is not something I keep clean. I do bath daily and keep myself clean LOL. I don't want to turn into my mother and have to have everything spotless at all times, but somewhere in the process of avoiding that I became a slob. Troy (my husband) is much cleaner than I am and it does bug him that I am so messy. I mean we live in hotels I even have house-keepers that will clean the room everyday! But I can't seem to even keep things tidy!
Now this really is starting to bug me even and I see how in the future with children this may just plane be unsafe.
Now what am I going to do to get rid of this bad habit. I know me and I need to start small till I get used to something before continuing to just fix the problem in one swoop. I heard somewhere of a good idea I think I will try....I'm going to set an alarm clock for 15 min and clean whatever I can in that 15 min and call it a day after that. I hear of some ladies who specialize in helping women organize their life/house but I can't for the life of me remember their names? If anyone knows it please share it with me!
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