50 Random things part two...

Here are the last 25 questions:

26. Do you like someone? Of course... Toxic niceness is a disease I need the cure for. And while I like some people more than others I generally like everyone even if they don't deserve it...


27. The last song you listened to? Feeling Good by Nina Simone...it's my new theme song...

28. What time of day were you born? 2:30 pm


29. What’s your favorite number? 8


30. Where did you live in 1987? Scottsdale Arizona


31. Are you jealous of anyone? Yes...but only one person and the more I look at the situation and why I am jealous, I realize that I have no reason to be. I admire so many more.

32. Is anyone jealous of you? I'm sure there are. And I only say that because I have a pretty awesome life regardless of my current situation.

33. Where were you when 9/11 happened? I was in the shower getting ready for work when my husband came in to tell me a plane hit the Trade Centers where I had just been literally two weeks before. My son was watching bear in the big blue house when the news broke it. I remember watching the second plane hit and being on the phone with my mom on my way to work when the first tower crumbled. I still cannot forget how afraid I actually felt that day and the first time I had to fly afterwards. I cannot believe it has been 10 years.

34. What do you do when vending machines steal your money? It pisses me off! Especially when my item gets stuck.. It's like the vending machine Gods are mocking me and saying "I dare you, try to get me" I have bruises on my hips to prove I do not take dares lightly.... EffinG machine...

35. Do you consider yourself kind? I do. Until I have good reason to be unkind, then watch the hell out!

36. If you had to get a tattoo, where would it be? On my hip bone...

37. If you could be fluent in any other language, what would it be? French...I took it for 4 years in high school and loved it!

38. Would you move for the person you loved? Absolutely! I have lived in AZ my entire life and I would welcome a new place for adventure....

39. Are you touchy feely? Yes I am! I come from a long line of huggers and kissers! I'm pretty damn good at both...

40. What’s your life motto? Everything happens for a reason....it's trying to figure out the reason that gets me in trouble...

41. Name three things that you have on you at all times? My phone, lipgloss, and debit card

42. What’s your favourite town/city? That's a tough one...I loved DC for the pure feeling of American history...but New York is also amazing...the vibe I felt the first time I was there was addicting. And Galway in Ireland will hold a place in my heart forever....

43. What was the last thing you paid for with cash? Popcorn at the movies on Friday

44. When was the last time you wrote a letter to someone on paper and mailed it? Two days ago...just haven't mailed it yet.

45. Can you change the oil on a car? Yes, but this is on my list "there are certain things in life worth paying someone else to do!" right along with moving, yard work, and coloring my hair.

46. Your first love: what is the last thing you heard about him/her? We are friends on Facebook, he wished me a happy birthday.

47. How far back do you know about your ancestry? We are in the process of doing our family ancestry...we can go back as far as two generations in Italy and one in Ireland.

48. The last time you dressed fancy, what did you wear and why did you dress fancy? For my girlfriends 40th birthday...it was a weekend of fancy and I loved it! I wore a strapless black dress and sexy strapoy sandals on Friday and a black corset and jeans on Saturday... Not only did I look fancy, I felt awesome!

49. Does anything hurt on your body right now? My head and stomach...

50. Have you been burned by love? Yes. Im living it right now...Period...end of story...And I don't plan to add to the list anytime soon...I just can't...it hurts too much to even fathom it.

50 random things....

So I have been blog blocked lately and while I really want to blog, I have little creativity to spare these days. My favorite blogger on the planet The Queen has once again provided me with inspiration...I loved this idea as it makes me think about me for once...

25 of 50 Random questions....

1. When you looked at yourself in the mirror today, what was the first thing you thought? Ugh....it's 5:00 in the morning...I look tired! I hope my new concealer was worth the $$...

2. How much cash do you have on you? Well, I just withdrew 1800.00 from my account to pay for the first months lease and deposits on my new house....typically I have 10-15 bucks for necessities like diet coke or iced coffee...

3. What’s a word that rhymes with DOOR? Chore... As in my least favorite things to do!

4. Favorite planet? Saturn...always been mystified by the rings... I mean how did they get there? How come no other planets have them. Makes Saturn bad ass in my book...

5. Who is the 4th person on your missed call list on your cell phone? My friend Lowder whom I have known for 10 years and yet he still left his number on my voicemail....um hello...pretty sure I have it...

6. What is your favorite ring tone on your phone? Linkin Park...because I know it's my son calling

7. What shirt are you wearing? Black tank top...ready for bed!

8. Do you label yourself? Not really...but probably a control freak...it only took me 40 years to own it and all the crazy that causes!

9. Name the brand of the shoes you’re currently wearing? Not wearing shoes right now, but I was rocking my Michael Kors black peep toe pumps earlier

10. Bright or Dark Room? Bright...Not a fan of dimmer switches my husband insists on having throughout our house...I'm all for romantic lighting when appropriate but I want to see the toilet seat before I sit down you know?

11. What do you think about the person who took this survey before you? I think she is the funniest most honest person I know

12. What does your watch look like? Square Silver Bulova with crystal bezel

13. What were you doing at midnight last night? Sleeping...I had to be up at 4:30 for work...

14. What did your last text message you received on your cell say? From my high school friend Dawn: we have opposite kid weekends. How are they doing and how are you?

15. Where is your nearest 7-11? Honestly no idea....I go to Valero or QT which are both a mile from my house

16. What's a word that you say a lot? listen....

17. Who told you he/she loved you last? My son when he I found out I was sick from dinner...right after he asked me if I needed anything....love him!

18. Last furry thing you touched? My legs right before I shaved them this morning...

19. How many drugs have you done in the last three days? Thyroid meds, Advil, and tums....yea, I'm hardcore...does caffeine count?? Then add two vent iced skinny vanilla latte's

20. How many rolls of film do you need developed? I have a bag with about 10 rolls...they are at least 10 years old...no idea what's on them. We switched to digital when our son was born.

21. Favorite age you have been so far? 40 has been pretty amazing! I feel wise, beautiful in a way that has to do nothing with my appearance, and braver than I have ever thought possible. I surprise myself with my strength everyday!

22. Your worst enemy? My sisters don't call me the lead pipe mafia for nothing. I am my own worst nightmare and constantly kick my own ass. I don't need anymore enemies, I can barely handle myself. I'm currently working on loving myself so I don't need others to fill that human need. Once that happens, I will have no problem finding someone worthy of my awesomeness!

23. What is your current desktop picture? A painting by my new favorite artist Todd White.

24. What was the last thing you said to someone? "good night baby girl. Mommy loves you. God bless and sweet dreams!"

25. If you had to choose between a million bucks or to be able to fly what would it be? The cash...not a fan of flying....

Vacation!!!

Va·ca·tion  (v-kshn)- according to Webster's Dictionary, is defined as a period of time devoted to pleasure, rest, or relaxation. We take a vacation every summer. Our annual trip usually involves going to California. Sometimes it is just to Disneyland, just to the beach, or both. Every year, I spend weeks preparing to be off work for a week, arranging for someone to watch our dog and our house, making sure the kids have everything they need, etc...I spend so much time rushing around and stressing out that by the time we go on "vacation" I am exhausted and yes I will admit it, bitchy!

This has been a stressful year for me and I promised myself, my BFF, my sisters, my kids, and my therapist, that this year I was going to ENJOY vacation. Let things go...pray to God for patience and strength to deal with whiny tired kids and husband. Those of you that know me and my inability to sit still, relax, shut my mind off and just BE in the moment, know that asking me to actually devote time to pleasure, rest, and relaxation, is like asking Brittany Spears to stop wearing hair extensions...it ain't gonna happen.

But this year, this year I promised! I let go...I put my work cell phone down, let calls go to voicemail, and have LOVED and ENJOYED every smile, giggle, tear, and moment of this vacation! Making this vacation about my kids and their happiness has actually resulted in my absolute relaxation and joy!

My life will be there when I get back...

Who knew?

This picture illustrates how simple it is to be a happy kid and how as adults, perhaps we need to "hug the ocean" more often!