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1. What is the weather like where you are and do you like it? 

The weather has been insanely weird this year. We started with a freak snow storm at the end of October… Then it turned warm again… So warm that we had mud in December! Plus we have been getting tons of RAIN! Not, excited about that. Then we went from 40-50 degree’s everyday to 9 or below.. and now we are all freezing! This week, it has been very cold, and today it is actually snowing. However, pretty sure the weather man said it wasn’t going to accumulate or amount to anything! We shall see right?

2. When you're sick what do you seek comfort from?

No one… I just want to be left alone. Occasionally my husband I guess.. My kids always want to cuddle with me when I’m sick though, and I hate to, cause I don’t want them to catch what I have. I don’t get sick very often though.. (Knock on wood)

3. What do you need to do before the end of the month?

I need to register and inspect my car… and get new tires. YAY! NOT!!! Other than that… nothing major that I can think of.

4. Have you ever served on a jury?

Nope, (again knocking on wood) I have never been asked to serve on a jury. Watch I’ll be asked in the next week or so, now.

5. If you could be any animal, what would you be and why?

Ohh… I would be a Dolphin… because I love to swim.. Plus I just think they are such beautiful creatures when they are swimming along. So graceful and gorgeous, and they are gentle.  

 

 

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1. What is your favorite Christmas decoration in your house?

Its not up yet, but my Christmas Village. I’ve been collecting pieces over the last few years. I can’t wait til I have a big spot to put it up.

2. Do you finish your Christmas shopping early or are you a last minute type?

I am a done by September kinda gal, but I have this year I am way behind… Which is really stressing me out.

3. When do you turn on your heat?

We usually have ours on by end of October, but it heats our hot water too.

4. Do you ever wish your blog was private?

There are days when I do, but I like to talk, and love people.. so I enjoy sharing things.  

5. Do you put your deodorant on before of after you put on your shirt?

I put it on after I put my shirt on, then I don’t get deodorant on the outside of my shirt.

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1. What's the last thing you spent too much money on?

Life, ok maybe not.. Gas, most defiantly gas, why must it be that expensive.

2. What celeb chef would you want to make you dinner?

I would have to say Guy Fietti, or the chef from Dinner Impossible. I forgot his name.

3. Where do you hide things when visitors pop over or do you let them see the real deal?

I let them see the real deal. If they don’t like my house, don’t come visit me. I don’t have time for spotless.  

4. Who is your oldest living family member?

Was my great grandfather at 94 a few yrs ago, he died in a couple summers ago. Not sure who it is now.

5. What is your favorite DQ treat and/or Sonic drink combo (ie: cherry vanilla Dr. Pepper)?

Brownie Sundae from DQ

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1. What movie do you love to quote?

Pretty Woman, and Cars

2. Have you ever ridden a motorcycle?

No, I have not. I’m not a fan of them.. when I was a child my uncle died on one, and it has just stuck with me all my life.

3. What's your favorite thing to do on a rainy day?

Watch a movie, read a book, or cook with my kiddo’s.

4. Do you prefer a bunch of small gifts, or one really big, (expensive) gift?

Depends on the year, and what I really want. Sometimes all I want is one really expensive gift.

5. Do you ever lose track of days and show up somewhere wrong?

I lose track of days all the time, but never showed up somewhere on the wrong day. (Yet, give it time)

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1. Do you prefer cotton, silk, or flannel sheets?

I love flannel sheets, in the winter. They are so warm and snuggly.  

2. What time zone are you in?

Eastern

3. What is your favorite part of the holiday season?

Family traditions, cooking, and being with family…

4. What is your favorite "wintry" drink? (It doesn't have to be an "alcoholic" drink!)

Hot cocoa!! with Marshmallows

5. In your opinion, what is the worst job in the world?

I really don’t know, I think there are many that people don’t even consider cause it is not gross or disgusting. There are so many that are hard jobs, with very little reward. I feel for them.

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1. Do you apologize to your kids if you're wrong?

I believe we have had this question before…

Since we are all human and make mistakes, yes, I try to apologize to them if I’m wrong. Cause I want them to know that if you are wrong you should admit it. However, I try to never be wrong!!!

2. Do you have a class ring, Letterman's jacket, or similar obscenely priced high school "must have"?

I have a class ring, but that is all. Why I’m not sure though, I think it was more of a it “was cool at that time” thing. I didn’t really ever really wear it that often, and now it just sits in my jewelry box.

3. If you could be one age for the rest of your life, what age would you choose?

I think I would have to choose 27… Not to young, not to old. Plus 27 is a great number, (the day I was born.. lol) You??

4. What is your favorite (unused) baby name?

Hmmm… I love to pick names that aren’t heard very often. My son’s name was never popular until after he was born… and my youngest daughters name is still not heard all that often.

For girls I like the name Paige (but I think it is widely used now)

For a boys name I wanted to name my next son Storm, but never had another boy.  

5. If you could make your child like something what would it be?

For my middle daughter veggies

For all three of them, I would have to say Cleaning, so I didn’t have to fight with them so much!

My son will do laundry for me, except the folding, but hey it’s a start right?

The girls love to do the dishes, but they play and make such a mess, and don’t get half the dishes clean… so I usually do them myself.

I know, I know, beggars cant be choosers.  

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1. Dream job...realistic and completely unrealistic.

Dream job? Hmm… I have my dream job, being a stay at home mom, and homeschooling my kids!  

Unrealistic Dream Job? Not really sure.

2. Do you fart in front of your significant other?

Lol.. Well if I can’t fart in front of him, then why are we married???

3. What's the furthest you've ever traveled from home? How far and where was it?

The furthest, I would have to say is Florida.. Which is 1300 miles from Maine. We lived there for a short bit, and I traveled up here to see family… and now we live here again, so we will be traveling it to see family and friends down there. 

I would like to say that we can go to Arizona, Utah, Washington, Europe, Hawaii, etc.

4. How do you celebrate birthday for your kids? Family only or friends? ... Alternate for those without kiddos: How did you celebrate birthdays as a kid?

Birthdays… We either do something near by, or at home. We try to do themed things. Like next month, we will be doing a Fall Party for my middle monkey’s 8th birthday. We usually have close friends, and some family.. like grandparents, and aunts.

5. Fave thing about fall?

Apple Orchards, pumpkins, hay rides, and lots of fun. We love fall around here!  

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1. If you had a weekly newspaper column, what would you name it?

Monica’s fabulous advice  … LOL, I crack myself up!!  

2. Who is your mentor/inspiration?  My mother, she is an amazing and strong person.

3. What is your wake up beverage of choice? Coffee!!!  Most definitely.. Pumpkin in the fall is awesome!

4. Would you wear your mom's clothes?  Actually my mom doesn’t have horrible taste.. I would wear some of them!

5. When you were a kid, did you put posters on your wall? If so, what were they of?  I think I did… Lol.. I remember a cat one, and maybe one of a movie… but they are vague in my mind.

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1. What ringtone do you have on your cell phone?

I have a few different ones, so I know who is calling. One of my BF is a Nickelback song, another is The Sheera Theme Song (long story), and then everyone else’s is the Smurfs theme song! Yup, I’m an odd ball!

2. What is your favorite memory from this summer?

I would have to say… swimming with friends at the lake, and going to the Drive-in.

3. Paper books or ebooks?

I like both. I read lots of books, so regular paper books are great… since I get lots from the library. Then Ebooks are great for the ones I get from the lending library online.

4. If you could have one home upgrade what would it be and why?

A wrap around porch, cause I have always wanted one. I love to sit outside and read, or eat dinner in the spring, summer, and fall.

5. When was your first serious boyfriend/girlfriend?

Geesh, I can’t remember.. Probably when I was 18? I wasn’t a big dater, til after high school.

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1. Shoes in the house - yay or nay?

I say Nay! I don’t like dirt being tracked all over the house.  We have all hardwood floors, so it comes in fast. Blah.. However, if you are a visitor I don’t ask or assault you at the door to take them off. (I may cringe a wee bit though..Lol)

2. What do you call them- flip flops, slippers, thongs, etc?

Flip Flops or sandals.. but they are my favorite shoes! I would wear them right through the winter, if it didn’t set a bad example for my kids.

3. What song are you almost embarrassed to admit you know all the lyrics to?

Not really sure.. Cause I know the lyrics to a lot of songs.

4. What is the best quality to have in a friend?

Honesty and trust.. good listener, and can put up with me? Oh, and a sense of humor.. I like to laugh!

5. Do you know what you want for Christmas?

A nice long vacation, on a tropical island.. Oh wait! You meant for real..

Nothing, we don’t do presents for each other.

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1. Did you make any fun purchases this week?

Nope I’m pretty boring right now.. No money! I hate being broke. Must keep my chin up though.

2. If you could go to any musical concert, what would it be?

Oh there are so many people I’d love to see in concert.  I’ve heard of a few good ones coming close to us this year, but again.. No extra money to go. Oh well, maybe another year.

3. What is your least fav/ most fav house chore?

Least favorite, hands down is cleaning the bathroom!

Most favorite is probably laundry.. as much as it’s a annoying thing to do almost everyday, it’s the easiest.

4. Would you prefer new appliances or clothes?

It would depend on the situation. I would have to say new appliances if I didn’t have any or they were on their last legs.

If not though, I would have to say new clothes. I can’t tell you the last time I bought myself new clothes. I wear them til they fall apart.. I don’t ever buy myself anything new.

5. Miracle Whip or Mayo?

Mayo hands down… I don’t like Miracle whip at all!!! YUCK!!!

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1. Do you close the bathroom door when you are home alone?

Nope I really don’t see the point.  

2. You have to walk around with a word on your forehead. That word describes you. One word. What is it?

Creative
3. What store do you refuse to shop at and why?

Not really any store in particular. I do avoid buying lots of items at certain stores, cause I know they will be more expensive. I am really not a huge fan of Wal-Mart's so I limit my shopping there to once a month or less. (or I send my mom, Lol)

4. If you participated in arranged marriages for your child(ren), who would you choose for your child(ren)?

Oh my… I really don’t know. I’m not sure I could pick a suitable mate for my children. That is such a complex thing. I feel sorry for people who have arranged marriages. Can you imagine having to marry without loving the person you are tied to for the rest of your life? Crazy I say!

5. If you could pick how and when you would die, would you?

No, I don’t want to know when I’m going to die. I think that I would only think about that moment. I want to be able to enjoy my time carefree and full of life, until that day comes, without worries stresses, or hopes.

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1. Do you have siblings and are you close with them?

Sadly, I am only child. I often wish I had a brother or a sister, but then again.. I see how much my kids fight, and say why would I want one. But it would be nice I think to have one to count on, or a shoulder to cry on once and awhile.

2. Would you rather be slightly UNDER weight or slightly OVER weight?

I would have to say slightly over weight, as I think people who are to skinny look sickly. Plus I’ve been over weight most of my life. I’ve come to terms with it, and do what I can to control what I can.

3. What's your favorite State Fair food to splurge on?

Oohh.. that is a tricky question. I love Fried Dough, and Fair Fries. Matter of fact, the fair is coming up this next week here in a local town next to us! I can’t wait to eat them!

4. What are your thoughts on your kid(s) going to school in a few weeks?

My kids are already back in school.. as we homeschool, and they have already restarted back. They are happy to be back.

5. Pool or Ocean?

I would have to say a Pool, cause its not overly salty and no currents. But I do love to go to the ocean a few times a year! But for swimming hands down Pool.

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1. Vow renewal ceremonies-yay or nay?

You know… I have thought about that many times…  I’m just not the gushy mushy kind, so I could really care less.

2. What sound/s annoy you the most?

Any little noise my kids make when I have a killer headache… and my daughter is very loud, so most she makes gets on my nerves after awhile.

3. If you had to pick, would you have only all boys, or only all girls for kids?

Well I currently have 2 girls and 1 boy…. I must say after my time with them thus far.. I would have to say all boys, my son was by far the easiest. The girls are to dramatic, and emotional. Drives me Looney! I can’t even imagine what it will be like as a teenager… OH MY!

4. Do you believe in alternative medicine?

Sometimes, I have to do my research first… I do believe that conventional medicine is not always the answer.

5. Would you take a family member's children and raise them if they needed it?

Yes, I would have to say I would.. A friend of mine is currently going thru this situation. I really believe if it is best for the child, I would do it. I often get sad and emotional thinking of all those foster care kids out there that don’t have anyone to call their own, belong too. I wish, I could help them all. With that being said, I couldn’t see any of my family go to foster care without doing anything. My heart is often to big…

Can you imagine not feeling like you belong anywhere though?

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1. If your husband had the BIG V and you got pregnant what would your first reaction be? For the dudes, what would your first reaction be if your wife told you she was pregnant after the Big V?

Well, absolutely would be super shocked. Then I would be happy.. as I love kids. Have my hands full with my three, but would never be sad about having more.

2. Best memory about this summer so far.

Fun at the beach with my 3 Monkeys! The kids had a blast.

3. How often do you change your sheets? Your kids sheets?

We change everyone’s once a week. Sometimes more if I have the time. I’m a freak about my sheets being fresh!

4. Having just gone through TSA, would you rather have a full-body scan or a pat-down?

I think a full-body scan, since I really don’t want some freak patting me down. I mean, some of them are not cool.

5. Since it is fair time...what's your favorite fair (county or state) memory?

Not really sure I have one, since I never really went that often. We have a local State Fair, that we go to every once and awhile. I enjoy going with my kids and eating our favorite fair food.  

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1. If you knew your best friend's spouse was cheating on her or him, would you tell her (him)?

Only if I could provide concrete evidence, or it could get really messy. Really one of those subjects, you really hope never comes up.

2. Soda in a can or a bottle?

If I was to have to choose, I would have to say I prefer fountain soda the best. Just taste better I think!  

3. What do you wash first, hair or body?

My body… not sure why. Interesting question though

4. What advice would you give to any new mama?

To take naps when the baby naps, and to let people help if they offer.. (cause it won’t happen for long, lol)

5. What is your best hangover remedy?

Don’t really have one, cause I don’t have hangovers… plus I don’t drink often.  

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1. Do you think cursive writing is overrated? (Schools in Indiana have now voted to take teaching cursive writing out of their curriculum.)

You know I think it is kinda funny you asked this question.. I have been discussing this with a few people lately… As my son is going into 4th grade, and I was thinking I should add that to our curriculum.

I don’t think its overrated… obviously I think that they should learn it to know how to sign something.

I will say though, even since I was a kid, I have never really wrote in cursive. Mine always ended up being more like a mix of handwriting and cursive.

2. Do you still use a pocket calendar or notepad or do you keep your info on your smart phone?

Your going to laugh at this! I use Cozi (so my husband can just check the app on his phone to know my schedule) Then I use Gmail calendar to keep track on my computer and phone… Then I have a paper version on the fridge. Yup, I like to have all my bases covered! Sad, I know!  

3. What 3 things would you save if your house was burning down? (family & pets are already safe)

Pictures first and foremost… and then my laptop! But I think everything else is replaceable. I mean my laptop is obviously replaceable, but my stuff on it isn’t!

4. Country Mouse or City Mouse, err Person?

I really have a internal debate with myself on this one. I really love being in the country… the safety, quiet and such. But part of me really enjoys the city as well.

I’ve decided I think I could stand the city for awhile, and then I would have to come back to the country.

5. If you could pick ANY reality show to go on, which would you pick?

I would have to say absolutely hands down Big Brother! I am such a fan of that show. Not sure I could hack it the whole time, but I would certainly have fun trying!

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1. If you had the opportunity to bungee jump, would you?

No, I probably would pass. I’d rather Sky Dive… However, I did at one point want to try.  

2. Would you rather go to the movie theater or to the drive-in?

I really enjoy both. Drive-in’s are nice, and we are lucky to still have one here in our local area. They are still relatively cheap as well.

3. Do you have your groceries delivered?

No, and not sure, I could really ever completely get into that.

4. Eyebrows: Do you wax, thread, pluck, or stay au naturel?

Au Naturel… I’ve never been big on worrying about my eyebrows, so they are what they are.. I figure if people don’t like it don’t look at me!  

5. Would the people you went to high school with be surprised by your life today?

No I really don’t think so… I’ve always been a around kids, so having 3 is really not surprising. They might be shocked with my homeschooling choice, but not really even sure about that.

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1. What is your favorite summer time activity?

Swimming or going to the beach. I love water…. as a child my parents couldn’t keep me out of it!

2. Do you have one laundry soap you stick to, or do you buy whatever's on sale?

I usually only buy Tide… Kinda partially, but we are actually looking into making our own here soon.

3. What is your favorite dinner to make in the summer?

Cheeseburgers and Salad

Or something with Coleslaw, or Macaroni Salad

4. Do you have any talents?

Not that I’m aware of, but if you figure some out let me know!  

 

5. If you could instantly be an expert in something, what would it be? Why?

Hmmm… Not really sure, never really thought about it.

I really don’t know… Maybe history, or science or something so I could have an easier time with teaching my kids???

That’s boring though huh??

What do you think I should be an expert in?

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1. How close to your childhood dreams is your life now?

Yes and No… I wanted like 12 kids… and I only have three. But due to medical reasons can’t have anymore, and my sanity! However, I also wanted to be able to stay home with them, and I have been able to do that… and above my dream, I know get to Homeschool them!

2. What is one must have item for the summer?

Swim Suit! So you can swim often!

3. Do you have your kids stay up on school stuff during summer vacation? (Or, if you don't have kiddos, did your parents make you keep up on school stuff during summer?)

Yes, we do.. Even when they were in Public school I had them reading and doing worksheets, so they didn’t get behind.
Now that we are homeschooled we only take a few weeks off, so that we don’t get to far out of routine, and then we will take off time throughout the year!

4. Do you can or freeze fresh produce?

Yes we can our stuff from the garden, and we freeze some of our produce! I love to have fresh out of the garden taste all year long!

5. Do you get ready for the day first thing in the morning?

Honestly, most of the time I get my stuff ready the night before… I don’t like to rush in the morning.  Especially with the kids! They can be slow as turtles when we get up early…