Monday Quiz About Me

Welcome to Monday Quiz About Me - hosted by Acting Balanced.  We are continuing to answer questions together.  

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Here are the Questions:

1. Today is National Christmas Card Day - do you send Christmas Cards?
I send a few hand crafted cards

2. What item do you "always" buy when it goes on sale at the Grocery Store?

Seattles Best Coffee

3. Certain flavours are associated with Christmas/December - what flavor do you most associate with the holiday season?

Gingerbread and mint

 4. Do you think gift cards are a good idea for Christmas or are they a cop-out?

Depends on the person.  For teenagers--cards are good, or for those super picky people.

And now a question for you

5. What is your weather like?
Mine--Cold for Phoenix.  33 degrees at six in the morning, with an expected high of 55 today.

Monday Quiz About Me

Here are FOUR QUESTIONS that everyone can answer and then you have the option to add a fifth question of your own for those who are visiting your blog to answer in the comment section, along with commenting on the four standard questions you answered! 

Here are the Questions:

1. December 5th is Bathtub Party Day - how will you celebrate? 

Probably take a shower, if I had a hot tub I would soak for awhile in that.

2. Apparently it's also the week to get your letters to Santa done and mailed - will you be writing to Santa and will you be on the naughty or nice list this year?

I won't be writing to Santa, but the little folk must think that I have a direct line, 'cause they all told me what they want.  Me I've been very nice!

3. Do you think that people have unlimited potential?

No.  However, I do think that everyone has potential, and that many do not reach it.

4. How many holiday parties/events will you be attending this month?

I probably will attend three or four parties this month.

And now one for you:

5. Do you have your Christmas tree up?

Me--Just finished it Sunday evening.

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1. Yesterday (Sunday) was National Adoption Day in the US - does your family (or friend family) have an adoption story?

My youngest daughter is unofficially "adopted".  She came to live with us when she was 10 days old.  Her mother a friend of my best friend was unable to care for her, so I became her Mama Marti.  She now is grown with two children of her own, has a good job as a pharmacy tech, and a house with stairs (something she wanted since she was four or five years old)

2. Do you plan out your Thanksgiving preparations?  When do you start?

One of the advantages of having grown children, they can invite you for dinner, and all you have to do is bring a pie.

3. Shopping on holidays - pro or con?  What do you think of stores and malls opening at 6 PM or 10 PM on Thanksgiving for "Black Friday" What about Midnight or 3 AM?  Are you planning to shop at any time this coming weekend?

I will not be shopping on Black Friday.  Some stores here in Phoenix are going to be open all day on Thanksgiving.  I really don't like that idea.  There should be some days that all families can be together.

4. Do you have a fireplace?  Do you use it?  If you don't, do you want one?

I don't have a fireplace, with temperatures so moderate in Phoenix, some years I don't even have to use my furnace.  They do have a nice ambiance on a snowy night, but I have to go north for that.

And now a question for you:

5.  Do you like cranberries? If so what is your favorite way to have them?

Me--I like cranberry juice (and it is so good for you), I also like them in breads and cookies, but not out of the can as jelly or sauce.

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Here are FOUR QUESTIONS that everyone can answer and then you have the option to add a fifth question of your own for those who are visiting your blog to answer in the comment section, along with commenting on the four standard questions you answered! 

Here are the Questions:

1. According to the source I use for strange and wonderful days, today is Occult Day - are you a believer? 

I do believe there is a spirit world that is ruled by Satan, and that his demons actively seek to pollute people.  I think that God fearing people need to be aware of the dangers of the occult.

2. Have you ever attended an auction?  Did you win what you were bidding on?

I love to go to auctions.  Sometimes it is just to see what is available and what it sells for.  I have bid on furniture and small accessories and occasionally have won.

3. Have you started your Christmas shopping?  Finished it?

I was just telling a friend, yesterday that I am so behind.  My now I usually have most everything made, but I don't even have my ideas yet.  Maybe I will just go on a vacation and forget about it.

4. How's your weather?

We are having our beautiful weather now--highs in the low 80's and low's in the low 70's.  This morning it was just a bit cloudy so there was a beautiful sunrise.

And now a question for you--

5.  What do you do especially during the holiday season for those less fortunate than you?

I donate food to the food banks, gift cards for the needy, and adopt a boy and girl and make sure they have a good Christmas.

Monday Quiz About Me

Welcome to Monday Quiz About Me - hosted by Acting Balanced. 
Here are FOUR QUESTIONS that everyone can answer and then you have the option to add a fifth question of your own for those who are visiting your blog to answer in the comment section, along with commenting on the four standard questions you answered! 

Here are the Questions:

1. It is Veteran's Day in the US and Remembrance Day in Canada - are you participating in any special events or doing anything to honor those who served?

I won't be able to participate in anything this year, as I have to babysit my little grands because their parents work.  But I am planning some activities with them so they will be aware of what our military does for us.

2. How far are you willing to drive before it becomes better to fly?

500 miles--after that the time saved and the expense of driving makes flying more of an option.

3. Fresh cranberries are back in stores - Wayne is happy because I'm making crisps again, do you cook/bake with fresh cranberries? Recipes?

I love cranberries, and use them with apples in pies, and in breads.  And cooked they are a favorite in salads.

4. We turned on our heat for the first time this week here in SC... how long has the heat been on at your house? What temperature do you set your furnace at?

Ummm, it's 79 right now at sunset, so I don't think I will be needing heat for several months yet.  Some years, I don't even have to turn it on.  If I do, I set it at 68.

And now a question for you--

5.  Many stores in Phoenix are already decorated for Christmas, and are advertising that they will be open all day Thanksgiving day.  What do you think of this?

Me--I know that retailers all count on the sales on Black Friday, but I don't like the thought of them turning Thanksgiving into just another shopping day.  We need a time to be able to reflect on all that we have to be thankful for.  And that includes all the people that will be required to work.

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Here are the Questions:

1. November is Peanut Butter Lover's Month - are you a peanut butter lover? Do you have a favorite brand? favorite peanut butter recipe?

I like Skippy or Jif peanut butter.  I like anything that has peanut butter in it--especially cookies

2. Do you wear white after Labour Day?

Sometimes, since it can be 110 here at that time of year.  Today it was 80 something, and I wore shorts.

3. Do you use non-English phrases in your everyday speech?  What do you tend to use often?

Because I am around teenagers a lot, I tend to use words found in the Urban dictionary, which should be classified as non-English.

4. How was your Halloween?  Did you dress up?

I didn't dress up.  I was late getting home from errands, so I had a quiet evening.

And now a question for you--

5.  How does your community honor Veterans on Veterans day?

Here in Phoenix, we have a parade and several street festivals.

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Here are FOUR QUESTIONS that everyone can answer and then you have the option to add a fifth question of your own for those who are visiting your blog to answer in the comment section, along with commenting on the four standard questions you answered! 

Here are the Questions:
1. When you went trick or treating as a kid; what did you hope people were giving out?
I never went as a kid, because I lived in the wilderness on the side of a mountain in Wyoming.  At school we would have a treat bag that would have an apple and several pieces of hard candy in it.  When my kids went trick or treating, I confiscated all the chocolate bars--not good for their teeth you know.  Of course that didn't stop me from sampling them.

2. What radio station do you listen to while driving?
I listen to country western music while I drive--KNIX or KMLE

3. How much do you think should be the maximum one would spend on a three year old's birthday party?
I think $50 is plenty, but I know my daughter spent over $300 on my granddaughters party.  They went to a fun house with bouncy houses, My thought--the kids would have had just as much fun playing in the sprinkler in the back yard.

4. When do you know that you trust someone?
I trust someone when they have proven by experience that they are honorable, and not a gossip.

And now a question for you--

5.  How much money do you spend on Halloween candy?

Me--I go to Costco and try to keep it at about $20.00

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Here are the Questions:

1. It's Customer Service week - do you think customer service is getting better or worse now than it was five years ago?
I would have to say worse.  It seems like personnel are working under more pressure and I think it shows.

2. October 1st is also World Vegetarian Day - have you ever spent time as a Vegetarian?  Do you have regular meatless meals?
I love chicken and seafood too much to be a vegetarian.  I have no desire to forego meat.

3. What reality show would you like to be a part of?
I don't watch them, so I have no idea what is on.

4. Are you planning to watch the Baseball post-season?  Who will win the World Series?

I don't know who is playing, but if I am with a fan I will watch.

And now one for you--

5. This week I am going on vacation to see the fall colors on the East Coast.  Here in Phoenix, there are no changing colors.  Where was the most outstanding fall color display that you have seen?

Monday Quiz about Me

Welcome to Monday Quiz About Me - hosted by Acting Balanced.  We are continuing to answer questions together.  

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1. Next Saturday is "Ask a Stupid Question Day"... in preparation for it, please share a stupid question you've been asked or would like an answer to...

Did it hurt when you broke your arm?

2. Do you believe that workplace dressing has become too casual?

It depends on the job.  If the supervisors allow it then that must be the image that they want their company to present.

3. What technology is on your wishlist?  Is there a technology that hasn't been invented yet that you want to see happen?

I have all the techie stuff that I want, certainly more than I need.

4. September is Honey Month - are you a fan of honey?  how do you use it?

I love honey in tea and use it in baking all the time.

Now a question for you

5. What is the first day of fall like where you are?

Me--It is beautiful 68 degrees and it won't even get to 100 today.

Monday Quiz About Me

Here are FOUR QUESTIONS that everyone can answer and then you have the option to add a fifth question of your own for those who are visiting your blog to answer in the comment section, along with commenting on the four standard questions you answered! 

  

1. September 15th was Chicken Lover's day - what is your favorite way to prepare chicken?
I love roasted chicken or grilled chicken breasts.

2. It is 99 days until Christmas... what are you planning to ask Santa for?
My sweet man to be home

3. How long should company stay?
Just long enough to enjoy the visit but not long enough to have to do their laundry

4. What do you consider to be a long trip?

Transoceanic

And here is one for you

5.  What is your favorite fall activity?

Mine--watching high school football or baking apple or pumpkin desserts. 

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Here are FOUR QUESTIONS that everyone can answer and then you have the option to add a fifth question of your own for those who are visiting your blog to answer in the comment section, along with commenting on the four standard questions you answered!

  

1. September is Better Breakfast month - if time, money, calories etc. were no object, what would you have for breakfast? 
Biscuits, gravy, sausage, and crispy hash browns

2. How often do you do a major clean out?
It's an ongoing project for me.  I try and work through my house a couple of times a year.

3. What makes you feel appreciated?
Sweet words and hugs

4. If you had the choice, would you employ someone to help around your home/life?  Maid, Nanny, Cook, Butler or some other form of help?

A maid would be nice and then I could spend more time creating.

And now a question for you--

5. What do you do to welcome fall?  Decorate, take a trip, plant a winter garden?

Me--I put up a few fall decorations and then spruce up all my plant containers with new flowers that will bloom until Christmas.

Monday Quiz About Me

Here are FOUR QUESTIONS that everyone can answer and then you have the option to add a fifth question of your own for those who are visiting your blog to answer in the comment section, along with commenting on the four standard questions you answered! 

Here are the Questions:

  

1. September is National Library Card month - when was the last time you checked a book out of the library?
Probably 10 years ago.  I read a lot, but mostly on my kindle.

2. What are you most looking forward to about autumn?
Cooler temperatures.  Living in Phoenix, we are so through with summer by this time of the year.

3. Has the word Christmas entered your vocabulary yet?
Not yet, but give it a couple of weeks and I will start making my list.

4. Do you care that Football season is starting?  Who is your team?
I like to watch high school football, live.  I will only watch football on TV if the company is great.  I don't have a favorite team.

And now a question for you:
5.  How often do you change the oil in your car?
My answer--Every 3000 miles, because that it what that little sticker they put on the window says.

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1. Yesterday (August 25th) was Kiss and Make Up Day... when was the last time you had to kiss and make up?
I had to apologize to my youngest daughter for trying her patience with my grandson just today.

2. Are you doing anything special for Labour Day weekend?
I don't have any plans yet, but that may change as I am a last minute sort of person lately.

3. If you could go back to school, what would you major in?
Travelology.  Then I could fly around the world and see all kinds of wonderful sights.

4. How much rain did you have this summer?

We are still in monsoon season, so far this year have had 4.39 inches which is slightly below normal.

And now a question for you

5.  What is your favorite picnic food?

My answer--Fried chicken and potato salad with watermelon for dessert.

Monday Quiz About Me

           

Welcome to Monday Quiz About Me - hosted by Acting Balanced.  We are continuing to answer questions together.  

Here are FOUR QUESTIONS that everyone can answer and then you have the option to add a fifth question of your own for those who are visiting your blog to answer in the comment section, along with commenting on the four standard questions you answered! 

  

1. Apparently today is International Homeless Animal Day.  Have you ever adopted an animal friend for your household?
We have three dogs.  My dog--Betsy--I got as a puppy from a breeder, my grandson got his yellow lab from a friend who was moving, and our Pit Bull Terrier we rescued from a dumpster.  The owners were breeders and she wasn't adopted by six weeks.  She is gentle and has a sweet disposition

2. How do you adjust to changes in your daily routine?  
I pretty well roll with the punches, no chore is so important that it can't wait/

3. Which social media platform do you like best?  Which one do you like least?
I post on Facebook and like it to follow all the activities of my friends and family.  I use Pinterest.  I don't use the others.

4. How do you decide, 'what's for dinner?'

Since I only have to cook for me, it is usually whatever is at the front of the freezer.

And now a question for you--

5.  Are you a social person?

Me--I enjoy and am comfortable with solitude, but I do sometimes like time with friends.

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Welcome to Monday Quiz About Me - hosted by Acting Balanced.  We are trying something different this week where Wayne and I are answering the questions together.

Here are FOUR QUESTIONS that everyone can answer and then you have the option to add a fifth question of your own for those who are visiting your blog to answer in the comment section, along with commenting on the four standard questions you answered! Grab the badge for your post if you like: 

  

1. What is your favorite 'G Rated' activity that you like to share with your SO or BFF?
With my BFF I like to travel, whether it is just day road trips around the valley, or on a vacation.  When I had a SO we enjoyed hiking and horseback riding.

2. Do you buy summer clothes at the end of season clearance sales?
Yes, and since I can wear summer clothes just about year round here in Phoenix, I don't have to wait till the next summer.

3. August 13th is national left-handers day.  How many left handed people do you know?
My youngest daughter's two children are both left handed.  They are about the only ones that I know.

4. When you go swimming do you: a) jump into the pool; b) gently move into the pool; or c) dive in?

I gently move into the water, I am to big of a chicken to take the plunge all at once.

And here is a question for you--

5.  How often do you shop on the Internet?

Me--probably two or three times a month.  I have never had a problem, and the one item I had to return was done with ease.

Monday Quiz About Me

           
Welcome to Monday Quiz About Me - hosted by Acting Balanced and Touristic.  We are finally home from our travels abroad and are ready for MQAM!

Here are FOUR QUESTIONS that everyone can answer and then you have the option to add a fifth question of your own for those who are visiting your blog to answer in the comment section, along with commenting on the four standard questions you answered! 

Here are the Questions:

  

1. Do you prefer brain games or games of chance?
I don't like to play games with others--I hate board games!!! (Comes from playing with my brothers who always cheated)  I will play solitaire.  I've been to Las Vegas many times and haven't spent more than a couple of dollars in the slot machines.  But I love the shows and other activities that are there.

2. How often do you misplace your keys?
I don't lose my keys, however, I routinely lock myself out of my car or house.  I have learned to have extra sets hidden.

3. It's National Clown Week!  If you were a professional clown what would your name be?
Giggles

4. What is the strangest conversation you had last week?

I was talking with my art teacher about her dad--She shared some unusual things.

And now my question to you--

5. How do you spoil yourself?

For me--Getting a pedicure every month.

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Welcome to Monday Quiz About Me - hosted by Acting Balanced and Touristic.  
Here are FOUR QUESTIONS that everyone can answer and then you have the option to add a fifth question of your own for those who are visiting your blog to answer in the comment section, along with commenting on the four standard questions you answered! 

  

1. Wednesday, July 24th is Drive Thru day - do you have any drive thrus that you have a hard time passing?

Since it is so hot, my car just automatically goes to Dunkin Donuts for an iced coffee, they have the best value, second choice is an iced coffee at MdDonalds.

2. Other than signing your name, when was the last time you physically wrote something?
I wrote a greeting on a card that I made for my SIL's birthday this week.

3. What was the first movie you saw in a movie theater? the latest one?
When I was a kid I know that we saw some western movies, occasionally, I saw one of those super hero ones with the grands a couple of months ago.

4. Have you ever visited Disney?

I have visited Disney Land in LA several times.  I enjoy it as much as the kids.  It is about a seven hour drive across the desert which I don't life.

Now a Question for you--

5.  How many children, and grandchildren to you have?

I have 3 biological children, one adopted child; six grandchildren, and four great grandchildren.

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1. July is National Ice Cream month - are you celebrating?

I could celebrate with ice cream every day. I love chocolate the best, but any other flavor will make me happy

2. What is your favorite rainy day activity?

Reading a book

3. What is the one book from High School that you remember reading most?  Why?

I read so many that no one was outstanding.

4. Have you ever visited Charleston, SC?

No, I have never visited, but I certainly would like to.

And now my question for you

5.  Where were you born?

Me--Cody, Wyoming; just 50 miles east of Yellowstone Park.

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Here are FOUR QUESTIONS that everyone can answer and then you have the option to add a fifth question of your own for those who are visiting your blog to answer in the comment section, along with commenting on the four standard questions you answered! 

  

1. What is your favorite summer activity?

Traveling to cooler places

2. Do you have a honey-do list? or a to-do-list of your own?

I am a list person, I have lists for just about everything.

3. Would you go for a massage?  Facial?  Spa treatment?

I wouldn't pass up a massage.  I sometimes have so many knots in my muscles.

4. What was the last song you danced to?

Does doing the bunny hop with the grandkids count?

Now a question for you--

5.  Do you like to swim or are you a beach bum?

My answer--I know how to swim, but I would much rather play at the water's edge or look for pretty rocks or shells.

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Here are FOUR QUESTIONS that everyone can answer and then you have the option to add a fifth question of your own for those who are visiting your blog to answer in the comment section, along with commenting on the four standard questions you answered! Grab the badge for your post if you like: 

1. June 26th is Forgiveness Day - will you be participating? Forgiving someone else or asking for forgiveness?

I daily have to ask for forgiveness to my Creator for the ways that I have fallen short.  I do try to forgive others, so I'm sure that I have will participate.

2. Do you play card games? Which ones are your favorite?
Mostly I play Solitaire.

3. What is your favorite flavor of Birthday Cake?
I love a yellow cake with chocolate frosting.

4. Do you like amusement park rides? What is your favorite? If not, why not?

Since I live on the edge a lot of the time, I love the rides.  I love a big roller coaster, for the thrill and excitement.  State fair time, I am just like one of my grandkids, wanting to go on every ride.

5.  What are you scared of?

I am scared of heights.  But I challenge myself to do things that involve heights--like roller coaster rides, climbing to the top of a lighthouse or fire look-out.  The worst challenge--climbing the Lewis and Clark Column in Astoria, Oregon.  The 125-foot (38 m)-tall column has a 164-step spiral staircase ascending to an observation deck at the top.  But my mom wanted pictures from the top and so that's what I did.