I encountered this twice

Dear Question of the Day?ers,

I'm starting to feel the sickness. In the morning I'll see if I'm going to work or if I should take a sick day. It's not bad, but there's an extra tickle in my throat that I recognize.
In more absurd news, I got a letter in the mail from a lawfirm declaring that my vehicle registration was going to be blocked unless I paid the >$400 I owe to the Houston toll road system. REALLY? Well, maybe not. the license plate referenced is not a plate I've ever owned. It's possible that my old taurus, which we sold last year, has been skipping tolls. But then how would my name even get associated? would they look up the VIN for the tags and mistakenly find my name? Southern Ford, maybe you didn't do a good job of transferring my title. This will be resolved. Did I mention that the letter was on pink paper?

Today's Question of the Day? is:

How would you finish this phrase: I've got a feeling __________ ?

Love,
The Asker

Thanksgiving: 3/3

Dear QotD?ers,




We had a good thanksgiving holiday. we got to see some of my family and some of Justin's family. We ate tastey food and played Beatles Rock Band. The only bad parts are that Justin did kick his head cold (he's going to stay home tomorrow) and I have 5 consecutive days of work ahead of me. That's going to be rough after a 2-day week and 5-day weekend.


I am thankful for all the blessings I've been given. I had a wonderful husband and this year we bought our first house. My chronic headaches have been getting better. I have a lot of wonderful family and friends, and though I don't get to see them all often, The Internet has helped me keep in touch with all of you. That is the true purpose of QotD? and I'm thankful that all of you take the time to participate. ~hugs~
I will also take this opportunity to say how thankful I am that about 16 years ago my dad finally caved in and I got a kitten. Toottles was a wonderful part of my life. As an old cat, her health was slowly declining this past year, but recently moreso. My kitten was put to sleep last week and I'm thankful that my parents loved and cared for her when I couldn't.



O.K. now on to happier things.

Today's Question of the Day? is:

What food did you eat most of this past week?

I ate ALOT of peanut M&Ms. they were goood.

Love,
The Asker

Thanksgiving: 2/3

Dear QotD?ers,

Guess who is in my living room? It's Jackie! Hi Jackie! (She's reading a book right now, so she won't see this until later.) Today is Annelise's 1st birthday. She's the youngest supporting contributor and I know Angela is very excited and proud. That baby is cute, btw.

Unusually, we are hosting thanksgiving this year. Also unusual, we will be shooting guns this weekend (still unusual for me at least) and Fondu. eating, not shooting

Today's Question of the Day? is:

What is something that you are truly thankful for this year?

Love,
The Asker

Thanksgiving: 1/3

Dear QotD?ers,

It's a day off!!! Hooray! That's right, it's the begining of a 5-day holiday! I hope all of you get a little more time than a usual weekend to relax and enjoy friends, family or James Bond Marathons.

Other than the earlier mentioned movie, I dislike the actors who played Annikan Skywalker. It probaly didn't help that the character was written as a whiney brat.

Today's Question of the Day? is:

Do you have any unusual activities planned for the Thanksgiving season?

Love,
The Asker

Twilight: 6/5

Dear QotD?ers,

Guess what, Comcast is still providing terrible internet service. We have a service appointment scheduled for tomorrow, hopefully they'll fix whatever of theirs is broken.
There is quite a bit of work I want to do tonight in preperation for Thanksgiving. I need to move some boxes out of common areas, hang up art and photos, clean countertops, launder some sheets. Jackie, do you want to sleep on the queen size or twin size bed?*

Some work friends saw New Moon last night and we've chatted about it some. It seems I may be completely biased against the 2 main actors, because they thought Bella and Edward were great and that Jacob was terrible. Oh well, it's still fun to talk about and compare reactions. Also, I get to be a source of background information, since none of them have read the books.

Today's Question of the Day? is:

Have you ever been dissapointed in a TV or movie casting choice?

Love,
The Asker
*Parents and Grannie not spending the night Wednesday. Jackie and Matthew get an upgrade!

Twilight: 5/5

Dear QotD?ers,

At the theatre on Thursday night for the showing of Twilight, I counted 3 males, including Justin. At the theater on Friday afternoon for the 5:30 showing of New Moon, there were many more males: husbands, dads, boyfriends, even brothers (poor guys). I spent the first movie rolling my eyes and giggling a lot at the absurd plot (mostly how it was acted, poorly IMO). The second movie was much better and it was delightful to hear the full theater reacting to certain scenes. For those who have seen it: staunching blood with a freshly removed t-shirt. the gasps and cat-calls! hilarious! also: the very last scene.

We will be spending this week getting ready for Thanksgiving, which we are hosting this year.

One of the most dramatic situations of my high school years was the sophomore band trip to Orlando. There was a lot of drama around all the different friend groups that joined and split as we walked around Disney or Universal Studios. crushes were revealed and spurned, ex-boyfriends were in the mix. I was riding rollercoasters (turned out ok!). I rode the Tower of Terror, a falling elevator ride (turned out horrible!)

Today's Question of the Day? is:

What is worse than sparkling vampires?

Comcast. Particularly, Comcast internet service and customer service. That's why this is coming to you this morning instead of last night. I DID'T HAVE THE INTERNET last night! Comcast did not appologize or even try to fix it, though they did try to bribe Justin with more cable channels. It's Craptastic! (this is one of my links that you should really, really click on) I don't know why we continue to torture ourselves. We should switch to AT&T.

Love,
The Asker

Twilight: 4/5

Dear QotD?ers,

We are going to a movie tonight! As we get out, we'll see all the girls in town who will be taking vacation or 'suddenly' falling sick tomorrow. I'll let you know if there are any boys in the crowd.
my shirt explanation: twilight is the time of the evening when it's not dark and still a little light.. grey! new moon is when the moon is completely enshadowed, leaving a dark sky... black! It's lame, but i'm going with it.

There are a few famous Kristen's. other than the lame-o that has the lead part in the Twilight saga, there's Kristen Wigg of SNL! (she's my favorite famous Kristen) and the lady alien in Third Rock from the Sun was a Kristen too.

Today's Question of the Day? is:

What is the most drama filled experience from your teenage years?

Love,
The Asker

Twilight: 3/5

Dear QotD?ers,

Today was a better day at work. hooray!

As I told Jackie in the comments, I was on Team Edward until book two when I turned completely to Team Jacob. But generally, I'm a fan of vampires over werewolves. Unless that werewolf is Oz from Buffy the Vampire Slayer. I'm definately Team Oz.

I have determined what I will be wearing to the movies this week. Behold my t-shirt choices:

get it? hilarious, right?

The 'star' of Twilight is Kristen Stewart. I'm not fond of her and the total drama teen she plays in all the movies she's in. (and she keeps showing up in movies when I least expect it! ARGG)

Today's Question of the Day? is:

What famous people share your name?

Love,
The Asker

Twilight: 2/5

Dear QotD?ers,

You know those days when everything is supposed to be fine, and then 4 crisises pop-up and the solutions to each individual crisis causes complications to the other crisises? That happened to me today. But I have had dinner, showered, shaved, washed and dried my hair. And by the time I get into bed, Justin will have turned the electric blanket on so it will be warm and cozy.

I have read all 4 of the Twilight books. In addition, I've read the part of the 'draft' of the companion novel that was leaked onto the internet. (the first book, from the vampire's perspective). I have seen the movie, and drug Justin to the theater with me. I will be doing it again this week! The first movie is playing Thursday night at 9 (for just $5!) and then we'll see New Moon on Friday afterwork. This is how prepared I am:


I will be eating popcorn and rolling my eyes at the DRAMA the entire time.
Yesterday I mentioned that the Twilight story involved a girl falling in love with a vampire. I'm going to spoil something for you: the girls best friend turns out to be a werewolf. I beleive that will be the only spoiler I spoil for those of you who are concerned with that. Other Twilight fans, try to keep spoiling to a minimum, you know, just in case they all want to read the books because it's the most popular for teen girls ever.

Today's Question of the Day? is:

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Team Edward or Team Jacob?

or, more generally

Vampires or Werewolves?

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This is the part of the post where I make member announcements. Sabrina's birthday was Sunday and I missed it! HAPPY BIRTHDAY, SABRINA!

Mr. SuperHappySunshineSmiles* is joining us as Dr. Fandango's nemesis. I believe we shall enjoy his optimism.

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Love,

The Asker

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* Mr. SuperHappySunshineSmiles may be Anne's 2/3 (just as Dr. Fandango is 1/3). While wise for his age, this pre-teen will be the youngest active QotD?er. Make sure to keep it clean and friendly or I will threaten you with the DELETE button

Twilight: 1/5

Dear QotD?ers,

You've read the title and either you are excited or disgusted. Please put those emotions on hold while we get through some other business.

Look at this pretty lady and the shinyness you can almost see on her right ring finger:

(IT'S JACKIE!)

The bump that I heard was something falling in the closet. I wasn't sure what it was, because when I checked, I didn't see anything down. I assume it was so embarassed it jumped back on its shelf.

OK, now on to Twilight. I have a love/hate relationship with Twilight that you will learn about over the course of the week. There are 4 books, and the 2nd movie is being released this weekend. It's about a girl that moves to Washington and falls in love with a vampire. there is DRAMA. We are not here to argue about the merit of the plot or storytelling. Keep in mind that I'll be asking 5 questions, so you may get ahead of yourself with your lengthy answers that's ok

Today's Question of the Day? is:

Have you read or seen any of the Twilight Saga books or movies?

Loooove,

The Asker

really vague

Dear QotD?ers,

Wow, that's the best response in a while! GO RAINBOWS! I have taken the opportunity to find some itnernet videos of songs mentioned in the comments.
Origional Rainbow Connection, w/ Kermit. w/ Willie Nelson (music doesn't start until 2 minutes in), w/ Jason Mraz. They Might Be Giants Roy G. Biv. The song I learned in kindergarten, Sing a Rainbow. Oh, Somewhere Over the Rainbow. Reading Rainbow theme song!

Tomorrow I'm going to Aggieland to help Jackie and her boyfriend celebrate getting their Aggie Rings (Whoop!). (Yes, her boyfriend is my brother, but that's what the younger one gets for not participating) There's also some sort of giant new ring statue that I'll have to get pictures with. And maybe I'll jump in a fountain for good measure. I mean, it'll only be 70°, right?

Today's Question of the Day? is:

~BUMP~ WHAT WAS THAT!?

Love,
The Asker

P.S. Who remembers "Tee hee! I'm a girl!" ?

the lovers, the dreamers and me

Dear QotD?ers,

We had a full evening last night so QotD? was delayed until this morning. It was my brother-in-law's birthday and family met up in downtown Houston for dinner at Maggiano's. I had 11 different kinds of food and am STILL feeling full. It was a lot of fun, except for the live entertainment. At first I thought it was kareoke night, since surely no one would get paid to sing that bad. But I was mistaken. It was that bad. It so awful I didn't even enjoy making fun of it.

Yesterday was Veteran's Day. Thank you to all the Vetrans and those currently serving! There are no active QotD?ers with military experience (the legal, United States kind, Dr. Fandango) but there are relatives. So the husbands of Jeannie, Jessi and Angel-A and the son-in-law of Aunt Barbara: Thank you! Is there anyone else close to a QotD?er that we can recognize?

There is war a'brewin in the comments section. To keep things from getting out of hand I've brought in Quiggly Orin The Duck and the Army of Helmeted Ducks to keep everyone safe.

Today's Question of the Day? is:

Why are there so many songs about rainbows?

Love,
The Asker

I'll offer my sympathy

Dear QotD?ers,

My headaches have crept back up. I really don't like them. It's annoying and distracting and disheartening. I'm going to see if I can get to sleep unusually early tonight in an effort to get more (and hopefully better) sleep. /complain
The weekend before last I went to the grocery store wearing a t-shirt backwards. I wasn't too upset about it. it wasn't a cool t-shirt and we never see anyone at the grocery store worth impressing.

Today's Question of the Day? is:

What do you complain about more than anything else?

Love,
The Asker

Kriss Kross'll make ya JUMP! JUMP!

Dear QotD?ers,

I'm going to try something different. I'm goign to part my hair on a different side. Let's see if anyone notices. i doubt they will.
I have a fluffy black/white/gray sweater that I like wearing. It's extremely soft and cozy and it has two larg buttons for closure.
We had tacos for dinner tonight! crunchy tacos are such a tastey food. and Piñata: Survivor Island is a terrible movie.

Today's Question of the Day? is:

When's the last time you wore, in public, clothing that was backwards or inside-out?

Love,
the Asker

Not that I'm going to need it ...

Dear QotD?ers,

This weekend, we got a fabulous new game World of Goo. I believe there's a free demo that you can play. It's silly and involves some physics and building with goo. Other than that, it was a pretty uneventful weekend. We thought about going furniture shopping so we could put this TV on something, but it's so disheartening. We've already been to the furnture stores here. BLARG.

I like to have ice cream while watching movies. Or cookies.

Today's Question of the Day? is:

Do you have a favorite piece of outwear you love to wear when it is cold outside?

Love,
The Asker

Snackity Snackity

Dear QotD?ers,

I don't know if it's possible, but I think my feet have lost weight. I wore two different pairs of shoes today that felt a little big. It is possible that I'm just not used to wearing my steel-toes without two pairs of thick athletic socks.

I think The Price is Right is better than motorcycles because of the Showcase Showdown. and I would rather have A New Car!!! or motor home or dining room set than a motorcycle.

Today's Question of the Day? is:

What's your favorite snack when watching a movie at home?

Love,
The Asker

i'm trying something new

Dear QotD?ers,

My dream the other night was on the Texas A&M campus. I came back for a visit and got completely lost, because they had replaced the golf course with a lake-sized retenion pond.
i don't wear socks to bed. If I do, they will mysteriously transport themselves somewhere else in the bedroom by morning. Seriously, I have no idea how they moved off of my feet, out of the covers and across the length of the bed. I don't think I was throwing socks at Justin while I slept... If I'm desperate for foot warmth, I'll use Justin. If Justin is desperate to stop my cold feed, he'll put on the electric blanket for me.

Today's Question of the Day? is:

Fill in the blank, then answer the question - Why is The Price is Right [blank] than motorcycles?

love,
The Asker

sleeping feet

Dear QotD?ers,

On the internet, I once saw a guy who made a paparazzi costume. Complete with lots of flashbulbs and faces behind fake cameras.
I am pretty sleepy right now. I hiope I get a good night's worth of sleep tonight. Last night I had a movie dream. It was set in the orient and the young woman had taken a vow of silence to protect her brothers. But she was also chosen to be the bride of the local prince, so there was akward silence and even an akward attempt at a pillow fight.

Today's Question of the Day? is:

Do you wear socks to sleep?

Love,
The Asker

Spookaween: 6/5

Dear QotD?ers,

Hooray! We had about 50 trick-or-treaters before we ran out of candy (I bought some clearance candy today so we could have some 'leftovers'). Most of the kids had good costumes. Anthony (a boxer) came twice (with different chaperones). Some kids didn't dress up and looked lame. At least one kid had a quick response of 'male model.' One girl was either 'older sister' or 'spiderman backpack' both of which were dumb. I'd really like to give those lame-os a few pieces of gum, and everyone else good candy. But I'm nervous of the repercussions. No egging this year!

Today's Question of the Day? is:

What's the best home-made costume you've seen this year? or EVER?

Love,
The Asker