Current Book(s): I just got done reading Home Before Dark by Susan Wiggs. On my list of books to read next are Free by Chris Anderson and The Joy of Less.

Current Playlist: I’ve been listening to country lately?! I’ve been loving Dirt Road Anthem by Jason Aldean and Blake Sheldon – I know I don’t know who I am anymore either.

Current Shame-Inducing Guilty Pleasure: cider and spice donuts, eating frosting out of the can

Current Color: Teal, but that’s nothing new

Current Drink: Cider with hot dam

Current Food: avocados on everything

Current Favorite Show: Nikita, Fringe, Hawaii 5-0, Law & Order SVU

Current Wishlist: Money to pay down credit cards, new jeans,  to live in Florida during the winter to so I could have Tampa Bay Lightning season tickets, our basement to drywall itself, new bathroom

Current Needs: Less stress at work

Current Bane(s) of my Existence: Candy I can’t stop eating it!

Current Celebrity Crush: Alex O’Laughlin, Vinny Lecavalier

Current Outfit: skinny jeans and flats

Current Excitement: Florida trip planned for February

Current Link: pinterest.com

Stolen from E B Inspired

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A is for Age
2-9

B is for Bed Size
Full, next will be at least a queen

C is for Chore That You Hate
Cleaning the bathrooms

D is for Dogs
Three — Scooby, Liko & Stella

E is for Essential Start To Your Day
Doggie cuddles

F is for Favorite Color
Blues and greens

G is for Gold or Silver
Silver

H is for Height
5’3

I is for Instruments You Play
None, though I have a bass case

J is for Job Title
Web Coordinator

K is for Kids
Just furkids

L is for Live
Metro Detroit

M is for Mother’s Name
Candy

N is for Nicknames
Ria, Bub

O is for Overnight Hospital Stays
None so far *knock on wood*

P is for Pet Peeve
Narrow mindedness, ignorance

Q is for Quote From A Movie
“I’ll send you a copy.” BAM! Bitch went down. “I’ll send you a copy.” BAM! Sid! Superbitch!”
- Scream

R is for Right or Left Handed
Right

S is for Siblings
Nada, a little lonely now that I’m all grown up

T is for Time You Wake Up
7ish on the weekdays and 8ish on the weekends

U is for Underwear
Boyshorts, bikinis or cheekies

V is for Vegetable You Hate
peas…ick

W is for What Makes You Run Late
Oversleeping

X is for X-Rays You’ve Had
wrists

Y is for Yummy Food That You Make
Burritos

Z is for Zoo Animal
Penguins

Thanks for letting me steal this Erin!

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Ten on Tuesday hosted by Chelsea from Roots and Rings; Today’s Questions Provided by Molly at Considering the Campbells.

1. How many blogs do you read every day and what are they? (I’m talking the ones you NEVER miss)
   Pretty Little Reckless, Jenni (when she blogs), Mandy, Sarah, Lauryn, Mae, Supergirl, life is bananas, Healthy Obsession of a Girlie Tomboy and probably a lot more because my reader has a ton of blogs in it.
2. How many “best friends” do you have? Do you have different “besties” for different areas of your life?
   I’d say I have about 5 best friends who I’m not afraid to be completely myself around.  I have other friends that I may go to depending on what I need.  For example, if I need the harsh truth, LP is my answer,  If I need someone to be sensitive and just listen I’ll call up Shell.  That’s not to say that that’s the only thing they offer.  I guess it just depends on the situation, each friend brings something unique to my life.
3. What’s your daily make up routine?
   Winter: Eyeliner/mascara possibly eyeshadow
   Summer: mascara
4. What is your ideal girl’s night?
   Maybe out for dinner and drinks or making dinner at the house, watching movies and gossiping with wine or other delicious drinks.
5. Do you keep up with your nails/toenails or are they au natural?
   my toes are usually painted, my finger nails I go in spurts
6. What’s your best roommate story (assuming you had a roommate at some point in your life)?
   Beside C, I’ve never had a roommate.
7. What’s your “go to” outfit that you wear more than anything else?
   bootleg jeans, t-shirt, hoodie and my converse
8. Do you have a beauty secret?
   Vaseline on my lips leaves them super soft and if you have a cracked lip from the cold it works wonders
9. Did you read Seventeen magazine growing up?
   I did and YM, remember that one?
10. How did you learn to put on makeup?
    By watching others. My mom only wore eye makeup, which is probably why that’s all I wear too. I just never knew what to do with all the other stuff and I could never find the right shade when I tried.

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7. 7 things you do every day
   • Talk baby talk/yell at the dogs
   • Tell C I love him (even if he’s pissing me off)
   • Brush my teeth
   • Check my email (that’s just sad)
   • Say something sarcastic
   • Swear
   • Remember to be grateful for everything I have

—————————-Previously Answered——————————-

1. 7 interesting facts about yourself.
   • I feel short and stumpy in skirts
   • I swear like a trucker and I think it’s hilarious. Have you watched Dexter? I swear like Deb.
   • I despise yard work
   • I secretly make fun of men that have a noticeable feminine side. This includes attractive yoga instructors. There is something about him talking about his feelings that make me think less of him. Sexist? Yes. I’m sorry.
   • Most couples have cute nicknames for each other, if people heard C and my nicknames we call each other I’m pretty sure they would be appalled or laugh. Depends on how tight your ass is I guess.
   • Even if I’m starving I’m thinking about how the food could potentially make me sick.
   • When I hurt myself physically I laugh. I rolled my ankle the other day while walking the dogs with C and he’s all “did you just twist your ankle? Why are you laughing?”
2. 7 good friends, and how you met
   • LP – She is as close to a sister as someone can get. I met her at my Grandma’s during the summer I turned 3. My Grandma was babysitting her and her sister and would until we got into high school. I dumped a glass of water over her head while she was puking after a night of drinking because she wouldn’t answer me and I wasn’t sure if she had alcohol poisoning. She thought it was funny.
   • AP – She is LP’s sister. She bought me a keychain that said “I’m not weird, I’m gifted” when I was in jr high. Ah, she knows me so well.
   • Shell – I met her in 7th grade. We were inseparable until we went to college. In jr high I stepped on her foot when she was walking and pushed her into the snow. I don’t know why, but I always remember that. Sorry!
   • The Watson – I met at work. She is amazingly normal and professional, until you get to know her. I adore her sarcasm and wit.
   • Jenni – I met her through this wonderful little corner of the internet. She’s awesome.
   • Keith – Work would be oh so boring without him.
   • Jeff – He started Taekwondo a year after me. It’s nice he has stuck around.
3. 7 things to do before you die
   • Go to the US Open
   • Take a pottery class
   • See the Grand Canyon (I’ve been to Arizona at least 10 times and haven’t been there)
   • Renew our wedding vows in Kauai
   • Horseback ride on the beach
   • Snowboard in Utah, Colorado, California or East Coast
   • Visit the Philippines
4. 7 favorite things
   • Chocolate
   • Laughter
   • Sunshine, good music and windows down
   • Inside jokes with those you love
   • Memories captured on “film”
   • mascara and chapstick
   • worn jeans, comfy t-shirt, hoodie and flipflops
5. 7 things you always carry
   • Cell phone
   • hand sanitizer
   • chap stick
   • sunglasses
   • debit card
   • my favorite earrings
   • granola bar
6. 7 places you’ve been
   • Kauai/Maui/Oahu, HI
   • San Diego, CA
   • Tucson/Sedona/Phoenix, AZ
   • Chicago, IL
   • Tampa/Clearwater/Holiday/Tarpon Springs/Orlando/Daytona, FL
   • Myrtle Beach, SC
   • Nogales, Mexico

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6. 7 places you’ve been
   • Kauai/Maui/Oahu, HI
   • San Diego, CA
   • Tucson/Sedona/Phoenix, AZ
   • Chicago, IL
   • Tampa/Clearwater/Holiday/Tarpon Springs/Orlando/Daytona, FL
   • Myrtle Beach, SC
   • Nogales, Mexico
7. 7 things you do every day

—————————-Previously Answered——————————-

1. 7 interesting facts about yourself.
   • I feel short and stumpy in skirts
   • I swear like a trucker and I think it’s hilarious. Have you watched Dexter? I swear like Deb.
   • I despise yard work
   • I secretly make fun of men that have a noticeable feminine side. This includes attractive yoga instructors. There is something about him talking about his feelings that make me think less of him. Sexist? Yes. I’m sorry.
   • Most couples have cute nicknames for each other, if people heard C and my nicknames we call each other I’m pretty sure they would be appalled or laugh. Depends on how tight your ass is I guess.
   • Even if I’m starving I’m thinking about how the food could potentially make me sick.
   • When I hurt myself physically I laugh. I rolled my ankle the other day while walking the dogs with C and he’s all “did you just twist your ankle? Why are you laughing?”
2. 7 good friends, and how you met
   • LP – She is as close to a sister as someone can get. I met her at my Grandma’s during the summer I turned 3. My Grandma was babysitting her and her sister and would until we got into high school. I dumped a glass of water over her head while she was puking after a night of drinking because she wouldn’t answer me and I wasn’t sure if she had alcohol poisoning. She thought it was funny.
   • AP – She is LP’s sister. She bought me a keychain that said “I’m not weird, I’m gifted” when I was in jr high. Ah, she knows me so well.
   • Shell – I met her in 7th grade. We were inseparable until we went to college. In jr high I stepped on her foot when she was walking and pushed her into the snow. I don’t know why, but I always remember that. Sorry!
   • The Watson – I met at work. She is amazingly normal and professional, until you get to know her. I adore her sarcasm and wit.
   • Jenni – I met her through this wonderful little corner of the internet. She’s awesome.
   • Keith – Work would be oh so boring without him.
   • Jeff – He started Taekwondo a year after me. It’s nice he has stuck around.
3. 7 things to do before you die
   • Go to the US Open
   • Take a pottery class
   • See the Grand Canyon (I’ve been to Arizona at least 10 times and haven’t been there)
   • Renew our wedding vows in Kauai
   • Horseback ride on the beach
   • Snowboard in Utah, Colorado, California or East Coast
   • Visit the Philippines
4. 7 favorite things
   • Chocolate
   • Laughter
   • Sunshine, good music and windows down
   • Inside jokes with those you love
   • Memories captured on “film”
   • mascara and chapstick
   • worn jeans, comfy t-shirt, hoodie and flipflops
5. 7 things you always carry
   • Cell phone
   • hand sanitizer
   • chap stick
   • sunglasses
   • debit card
   • my favorite earrings
   • granola bar

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5. 7 things you always carry
   • Cell phone
   • hand sanitizer
   • chap stick
   • sunglasses
   • debit card
   • my favorite earrings
   • granola bar
6. 7 places you’ve been.
7. 7 things you do every day

—————————-Previously Answered——————————-

1. 7 interesting facts about yourself.
   • I feel short and stumpy in skirts
   • I swear like a trucker and I think it’s hilarious. Have you watched Dexter? I swear like Deb.
   • I despise yard work
   • I secretly make fun of men that have a noticeable feminine side. This includes attractive yoga instructors. There is something about him talking about his feelings that make me think less of him. Sexist? Yes. I’m sorry.
   • Most couples have cute nicknames for each other, if people heard C and my nicknames we call each other I’m pretty sure they would be appalled or laugh. Depends on how tight your ass is I guess.
   • Even if I’m starving I’m thinking about how the food could potentially make me sick.
   • When I hurt myself physically I laugh. I rolled my ankle the other day while walking the dogs with C and he’s all “did you just twist your ankle? Why are you laughing?”
2. 7 good friends, and how you met
   • LP – She is as close to a sister as someone can get. I met her at my Grandma’s during the summer I turned 3. My Grandma was babysitting her and her sister and would until we got into high school. I dumped a glass of water over her head while she was puking after a night of drinking because she wouldn’t answer me and I wasn’t sure if she had alcohol poisoning. She thought it was funny.
   • AP – She is LP’s sister. She bought me a keychain that said “I’m not weird, I’m gifted” when I was in jr high. Ah, she knows me so well.
   • Shell – I met her in 7th grade. We were inseparable until we went to college. In jr high I stepped on her foot when she was walking and pushed her into the snow. I don’t know why, but I always remember that. Sorry!
   • The Watson – I met at work. She is amazingly normal and professional, until you get to know her. I adore her sarcasm and wit.
   • Jenni – I met her through this wonderful little corner of the internet. She’s awesome.
   • Keith – Work would be oh so boring without him.
   • Jeff – He started Taekwondo a year after me. It’s nice he has stuck around.
3. 7 things to do before you die
   • Go to the US Open
   • Take a pottery class
   • See the Grand Canyon (I’ve been to Arizona at least 10 times and haven’t been there)
   • Renew our wedding vows in Kauai
   • Horseback ride on the beach
   • Snowboard in Utah, Colorado, California or East Coast
   • Visit the Philippines
4. 7 favorite things
   • Chocolate
   • Laughter
   • Sunshine, good music and windows down
   • Inside jokes with those you love
   • Memories captured on “film”
   • mascara and chapstick
   • worn jeans, comfy t-shirt, hoodie and flipflops

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4. 7 favorite things
   • Chocolate
   • Laughter
   • Sunshine, good music and windows down
   • Inside jokes with those you love
   • Memories captured on “film”
   • mascara and chapstick
   • worn jeans, comfy t-shirt, hoodie and flipflops
5. 7 things you always carry.
6. 7 places you’ve been.
7. 7 things you do every day

—————————-Previously Answered——————————-

1. 7 interesting facts about yourself.
   • I feel short and stumpy in skirts
   • I swear like a trucker and I think it’s hilarious. Have you watched Dexter? I swear like Deb.
   • I despise yard work
   • I secretly make fun of men that have a noticeable feminine side. This includes attractive yoga instructors. There is something about him talking about his feelings that make me think less of him. Sexist? Yes. I’m sorry.
   • Most couples have cute nicknames for each other, if people heard C and my nicknames we call each other I’m pretty sure they would be appalled or laugh. Depends on how tight your ass is I guess.
   • Even if I’m starving I’m thinking about how the food could potentially make me sick.
   • When I hurt myself physically I laugh. I rolled my ankle the other day while walking the dogs with C and he’s all “did you just twist your ankle? Why are you laughing?”
2. 7 good friends, and how you met
   • LP – She is as close to a sister as someone can get. I met her at my Grandma’s during the summer I turned 3. My Grandma was babysitting her and her sister and would until we got into high school. I dumped a glass of water over her head while she was puking after a night of drinking because she wouldn’t answer me and I wasn’t sure if she had alcohol poisoning. She thought it was funny.
   • AP – She is LP’s sister. She bought me a keychain that said “I’m not weird, I’m gifted” when I was in jr high. Ah, she knows me so well.
   • Shell – I met her in 7th grade. We were inseparable until we went to college. In jr high I stepped on her foot when she was walking and pushed her into the snow. I don’t know why, but I always remember that. Sorry!
   • The Watson – I met at work. She is amazingly normal and professional, until you get to know her. I adore her sarcasm and wit.
   • Jenni – I met her through this wonderful little corner of the internet. She’s awesome.
   • Keith – Work would be oh so boring without him.
   • Jeff – He started Taekwondo a year after me. It’s nice he has stuck around.
3. 7 things to do before you die
   • Go to the US Open
   • Take a pottery class
   • See the Grand Canyon (I’ve been to Arizona at least 10 times and haven’t been there)
   • Renew our wedding vows in Kauai
   • Horseback ride on the beach
   • Snowboard in Utah, Colorado, California or East Coast
   • Visit the Philippines

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3. 7 things to do before you die
   • Go to the US Open
   • Take a pottery class
   • See the Grand Canyon (I’ve been to Arizona at least 10 times and haven’t been there)
   • Renew our wedding vows in Kauai
   • Horseback ride on the beach
   • Snowboard in Utah, Colorado, California or East Coast
   • Visit the Philippines
4. 7 favorite things.
5. 7 things you always carry.
6. 7 places you’ve been.
7. 7 things you do every day

—————————-Previously Answered——————————-

1. 7 interesting facts about yourself.
   • I feel short and stumpy in skirts
   • I swear like a trucker and I think it’s hilarious. Have you watched Dexter? I swear like Deb.
   • I despise yard work
   • I secretly make fun of men that have a noticeable feminine side. This includes attractive yoga instructors. There is something about him talking about his feelings that make me think less of him. Sexist? Yes. I’m sorry.
   • Most couples have cute nicknames for each other, if people heard C and my nicknames we call each other I’m pretty sure they would be appalled or laugh. Depends on how tight your ass is I guess.
   • Even if I’m starving I’m thinking about how the food could potentially make me sick.
   • When I hurt myself physically I laugh. I rolled my ankle the other day while walking the dogs with C and he’s all “did you just twist your ankle? Why are you laughing?”
2. 7 good friends, and how you met
   • LP – She is as close to a sister as someone can get. I met her at my Grandma’s during the summer I turned 3. My Grandma was babysitting her and her sister and would until we got into high school. I dumped a glass of water over her head while she was puking after a night of drinking because she wouldn’t answer me and I wasn’t sure if she had alcohol poisoning. She thought it was funny.
   • AP – She is LP’s sister. She bought me a keychain that said “I’m not weird, I’m gifted” when I was in jr high. Ah, she knows me so well.
   • Shell – I met her in 7th grade. We were inseparable until we went to college. In jr high I stepped on her foot when she was walking and pushed her into the snow. I don’t know why, but I always remember that. Sorry!
   • The Watson – I met at work. She is amazingly normal and professional, until you get to know her. I adore her sarcasm and wit.
   • Jenni – I met her through this wonderful little corner of the internet. She’s awesome.
   • Keith – Work would be oh so boring without him.
   • Jeff – He started Taekwondo a year after me. It’s nice he has stuck around.

*I found this over at Pointless Mood Swing – Image Credit*

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1. 7 good friends, and how you met
   • LP – She is as close to a sister as someone can get. I met her at my Grandma’s during the summer I turned 3. My Grandma was babysitting her and her sister and would until we got into high school. I dumped a glass of water over her head while she was puking after a night of drinking because she wouldn’t answer me and I wasn’t sure if she had alcohol poisoning. She thought it was funny.
   • AP – She is LP’s sister. She bought me a keychain that said “I’m not weird, I’m gifted” when I was in jr high. Ah, she knows me so well.
   • Shell – I met her in 7th grade. We were inseparable until we went to college. In jr high I stepped on her foot when she was walking and pushed her into the snow. I don’t know why, but I always remember that. Sorry!
   • The Watson – I met at work. She is amazingly normal and professional, until you get to know her. I adore her sarcasm and wit.
   • Jenni – I met her through this wonderful little corner of the internet. She’s awesome.
   • Keith – Work would be oh so boring without him.
   • Jeff – He started Taekwondo a year after me. It’s nice he has stuck around.
2. 7 things to do before you die.
3. 7 favorite things.
4. 7 things you always carry.
5. 7 places you’ve been.
6. 7 things you do every day

—————————-Previously Answered——————————-

1. 7 interesting facts about yourself.
   • I feel short and stumpy in skirts
   • I swear like a trucker and I think it’s hilarious. Have you watched Dexter? I swear like Deb.
   • I despise yard work
   • I secretly make fun of men that have a noticeable feminine side. This includes attractive yoga instructors. There is something about him talking about his feelings that make me think less of him. Sexist? Yes. I’m sorry.
   • Most couples have cute nicknames for each other, if people heard C and my nicknames we call each other I’m pretty sure they would be appalled or laugh. Depends on how tight your ass is I guess.
   • Even if I’m starving I’m thinking about how the food could potentially make me sick.
   • When I hurt myself physically I laugh. I rolled my ankle the other day while walking the dogs with C and he’s all “did you just twist your ankle? Why are you laughing?”

*I found this over at Pointless Mood Swing – Image Credit*

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1. 7 interesting facts about yourself.
   • I feel short and stumpy in skirts
   • I swear like a trucker and I think it’s hilarious. Have you watched Dexter? I swear like Deb.
   • I despise yard work
   • I secretly make fun of men that have a noticeable feminine side. This includes attractive yoga instructors. There is something about him talking about his feelings that make me think less of him. Sexist? Yes. I’m sorry.
   • Most couples have cute nicknames for each other, if people heard C and my nicknames we call each other I’m pretty sure they would be appalled or laugh. Depends on how tight your ass is I guess.
   • Even if I’m starving I’m thinking about how the food could potentially make me sick.
   • When I hurt myself physically I laugh. I rolled my ankle the other day while walking the dogs with C and he’s all “did you just twist your ankle? Why are you laughing?”
     - I know you are dying to know the rest of the answers to this. Don’t worry, I’ve got it all planned out. -
2. 7 good friends, and how you met.
3. 7 things to do before you die.
4. 7 favorite things.
5. 7 things you always carry.
6. 7 places you’ve been.
7. 7 things you do every day

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