Sunday Stealing: Thanksgiving Edition

1. How many Thanksgivings do you attend?

This year - 2.


2. Where do you attend Thanksgiving(s)?

The first one was 11/10 at Logan & Lindsey's house, the 2nd one at Mom & Dad's on Thanksgiving Day.


3. What is your favorite dish? 

The dressing!!!! 


4. What is your least favorite dish at Thanksgiving?

Cranberry


5. What, if any, are your Thanksgiving traditions?

No major traditions (we are pretty go with the flow) but usually do a similar menu every year, parade & football watching, and we started using throw-away plates/cups/baking pans a few years ago! 


6. Name your FAV thing about Thanksgiving.

I just love spending the whole day with my family. 


7. Do you make anything for Thanksgiving? If yes, share what and why. 

I helped cook both dinners, but made pies, sweet potato fluff, and the veggie (collard greens for dinner #1 and Paula Dean's Southern Style String Beans for dinner #2) the day before at home for each dinner.. 



8. Out of everything you eat at Thanksgiving, what can YOU cook the best?

I don't mind cooking any of it, and do a pretty good job on most of it. The gravy used to be my least favorite thing to make, but not anymore!!

9. What do you drink with your Thanksgiving feast?

Sweet Tea


10. Has there ever been a feud during your Thanksgiving?

No 


11. Do you have appetizers before your Thanksgiving meal?

No

12. How many people attend your Thanksgiving(s)? If yes, who?

Dinner #1 - (7) Me, Peter, Logan, Lindsey, Kamry, Nathan, & Kayla
Dinner #2 - (5) Me, Mom, Dad, Derek, & Mitch + 2 take-out (Liz & Lois)

13. Have you ever missed a Thanksgiving? 

Never "missed" missed Thanksgiving, but a few years ago we had a wonderful Thanksgiving with Lindsey's family --the first one I had ever missed with my family-ever! 


14. What kind of pie/cake/dessert do you eat for dessert?



15. Do you ever play games at Thanksgiving?

Yes! We were a few days late this year and didn't play until yesterday. Me and Derek are the game players in the family---especially Scrabble!!


16. Name 3 things you are thankful for.

Just 3??? Family/Home/Health (Thankful November link HERE)


17. Is there anyone who normally attended Thanksgiving, that but wasn't there this year? Who?

The reason for dinner #1, Peter, Logan, & Nathan would be at work on Thanksgiving, so Peter & Nathan were absent from dinner #2, along with Julie who hosted dinner at home with her boyfriend Bruce & family. Lois hasn't come in a few years, plus Liz, who's back was out.


18. Name the funniest person at your Thanksgiving this year and tell us more.

We are all funny and love to laugh, but Logan and Nathan together can get rather hilarious!!

19. Which person eats the MOST?

I think it's a TIE!!


20. Which person eats the LEAST?

That would probably be Logan.


21. Do any animals attend Thanksgiving dinner?

Dinner #1 -- Allie Mae!
Dinner #2-- nope

22. If so, do they get Thanksgiving scraps?

Allie stole a huge turkey wing after dinner when nobody was looking!!! She didn't get to keep it though!!


23. Who carves the turkey?

Dinner #1 -Peter
Dinner #2 - Me


24. Have you ever had to make Thanksgiving all on YOUR OWN?

I've hosted some and cooked for all of them, but never done the entire meal by myself.

25. Do you get along with the people you have thanksgiving with?

Definitely!! <3

26. Is your Thanksgiving formal, or do you just do whatever? 

def not formal, comfy-casual maybe!

Sunday Stealing: Meal Skipper Meme

Meal Skipper Meme



1. Do you skip meals sometimes? Not if I can help it!
2. Last time you overate? Last week, at Texas Roadhouse.
3. Do you like Mexican food? YES! 
4. Do you like Chinese food? Yes.
5. Do you like Italian food? YES! 
6. Do you like American food? Definitely. 
7. Have you ever been on a diet? My last diet was last fall...The Military Diet.
8. Do you like vegetables? Love veggies!! 
9. On a scale from 1 to 5 how much do you eat a day (1= not eating, 5= eating 3 meals)? 5
10. Do you think you eat healthily? Not as healthy as I should. 
11. Do you think you are ugly? No
12. Do you like your hair? Not on bad hair days!
13. Do you like the way you look? It is what it is!
14. Would you want to change anything? I would love to be at least 20 lbs. lighter!!
15. Do you ever wear a lucky color? No....except during football season...I wear the Bears navy & orange on game day!
16. Do you care how other people see you? I did more when I was younger, but the older I got the more I realized as long as you feel good about yourself then that's the only opinion that really matters.
17. Do you or have you ever worn braces? No.
18. Do you wear glasses and/or contacts? Glasses - I am near and far sighted! 
19. Do you want to gain weight, lose weight, or stay about the same? LOSE WEIGHT!!
20. What do you do if you have the flu? I want a blanket and the sofa, some Coke with ice, some Salitine crackers, and a movie please....(and there may be a little whining!) but fortunately, this only happens about once every 5 or so years (I'm pretty healthy).
21. How many tries to get your drivers license? 1
22. Are you saving up for anything in the future? ALWAYS .... A VACATION!! 
23. Do you have a lot of spare time? That's funny!!!
24. Do you consider yourself a responsible person? Definitely. 
25. Do you consider yourself a lazy person? Not lazy (but have been known to procrastinate). 

Sunday Stealing!

Is your birth year an odd or even number? 1965 - ODD

Which one of your friends is the most outgoing? I am going to say, our son, Logan. I guess he isn't considered one of my "friends", but he is the person that popped in my mind first. I comment often that he's one of those people who wishes he could be in 10 places at one time! He loves trying new things and meeting new people!! :O)

Have you eaten any of your favorite foods today? Yes, steak!

When did you last find yourself in an awkward situation? When I told a friend something about her son and she didn't know about it. Awkward! It really wasn't a secret, because it was on Instagram, but I didn't like that I was the one who told her.

When was the last time you ignored, or went against, someone’s advice? I don't remember.

How many different towns/cities have you lived in? Three: Williamsburg, VA, Chincoteague, VA, and the town in VA I live in now.

When was the last time you had Nutella? About a year ago. I love it, but I'm not the biggest chocolate eater.

Who is your favorite character in“The Big Bang Theory”? I just started watching this and cannot believe I've been missing out so long!!! My favorite is Sheldon! Awesome show!!!

What are your parents’ middle names? Ann & Clark.

Name someone with a sexy sounding voice. My husband, of course! ;O)

Are your eyes the same color as your sibling’s? Nope, mine are green and my sisters are blue.

How many pets do you have? Would you like any more? Our house cat, Jaxson (and a goose & chicken outside). No, I don't want more pets. 

Is there a song you can’t stop listening to atm? no particular song, but I listen to my playlist...over and over.

Is there a song that you’re fed up of hearing? not really...

Did you have a strange or interesting dream last night? I can't remember.

Name 3 things that are in your refrigerator atm. feta cheese, a fresh fruit cup, and mushrooms

Which friend do you confide in most? Wanda

What was your most recent reason for smiling? Spending a few days with my son & DIL.

Sunday Stealing: Currently....

Currently I am......

Reading: not reading any books at the moment. My current devotional is Jesus Calling.
Writing: to-do lists for spring cleaning and catching up on blog posts.
Playing: Disney vacation you-tube videos {I'm still having Disney withdrawal!!}
Watching: LOTS of Big Bang Theory {my new fave!!}
Trying: to get organized!!
Cooking: Beef & Broccoli over Rice for dinner today.
Drinking: a Tervis full of  Pepsi....I.need.caffeine!
Calling: H&R Block about our taxes
Pinning: lots of baby stuff!
Tweeting: rarely use Twitter
Crafting: is hanging a wreath considered being crafty? otherwise...nothing!
Doing: lots of planning for the upcoming months!
Going: nowhere...for now! :0)
Loving: that it's Spring!
Hating: that winter weather has come back!
Re-discovering: how it feels to have babies around again! Can't wait for July!
Enjoying: all the good things my family has going on right now!
Thinking: about way too much these days...
Feeling: happy!! :0)
Missing: the whole family being together at one time anymore!
Hoping: that changes soon!
Listening: to the birds singing on this chilly day!
Celebrating: my birthday, Nathan & Kayla's engagement, and Logan's promotion!
Smelling: a Gingerbread Maple Yankee candle burning in the kitchen.
Thanking: the Lord for His many blessings!!!!!
Considering: a nap! LOL
Starting: to get back in work mode.

Sunday Stealing: How are ya?

How Are Ya Today Meme

 

 

Stolen from: Love me some surveys

 

Okay, here we go. How are ya today? Great!! :O)

Have you ever been so happy you felt invincible? I've felt awesome many times, invincible, not so much.

Would you ever refer to something as ‘bitter sweet’? ALL.THE.TIME.

Is there a person in this world you don’t think you could ever figure out? there are several!

When was the last time you were freaked out? when Mom showed me this video!

Do you learn from ‘every’ mistake you make? I've learned from many, but not every mistake.

Do you sometimes think that you’re too nice? Can anyone be too nice?

Is there something you’re dying to tell someone? I have a few things I want to share...gotta wait a little longer though. :O)

Do you think you have a unique name? not at all.

Do you usually try to find the good in people? definitely!

Do you look back on embarrassing moments and laugh about them? most of them I just want to forget about!

Have you ever laughed just to save yourself from humiliation? sure have!! :O)

What are you doing in 2 hours? packing....packing....packing!

What is the last thing you ate? a menu sampler from Lorraines..YUM!

Do you love your job? not as much as I used to.

When is the last time you showered? I'm more of a bubble bath girl! I take one every night. Last shower was Friday morning.

Who is the last person you texted? Wanda

When is the last time you were in a hospital? almost 21 years ago -having baby #2!

The last time you went out to eat, what did you order?
 at Texas Roadhouse...I got steak & shrimp.

Do you tend to have a lot of those moments where you forget something that you wanted to say?
 all the time!!

How long have you known the last person you text messaged? about 28 years! :O)

Will this week be a good one? It should be....we are going on vacation at WDW on Thursday!!

Anything happen to you within the past month that made you really happy? many things, but the biggest thing was finding out we are having a granddaughter in July!! :O)

Do you prefer to take showers at night or in the morning? I prefer taking a bath at night/ showers in the morning.

Have you been to New York City? I went on an all-girls bus trip a few years ago. Definitely want to go back!

Sunday Stealing: Puzzler

Puzzler Meme

Stolen from: Love me some surveys

1. What time is it? 7:45 p.m.
2. Quick. What’s the first green thing you see? Green post-its
3. Do you like those Sudoku puzzles? Yes
4. Do you own a plaid shirt? No, but I want one.
5. What’s your favorite kind of pie? Pie is my favorite dessert...I love pecan, pineapple cream, coconut custard.....
6. Have you read a book today? The Bible
7. Do you like going to museums? Yes/No
8. Have you ever been to Washington D.C.? Yes
9. Have you ever been to the state of Washington? No
10. Do you like apple juice? Yes, I had it for breakfast this morning.
11. How cold is it outside? 48 degrees
12. Have you ever taken a course in Chemistry? In High School
13. Do you like to draw? I do, and wish I were better at it.
14. What do you put on your french fries? Salt, sometimes malt vinegar. I like my ketchup on the side though.
15. Do you like everything to match? Somewhat.
16. Do you like mustard? Yes
17. Would you ever work at a movie theater? I don't think so.
18. Do you have a phone charger in your car? Yes
19. Have you ever slept through an alarm? Yes...it sucks!
20. Do you like pineapple on pizza? Yes
21. Do you like to hold hands? Yes
22. Do you want a tattoo? Nope
23. When is the last time you ordered from a catalog? hmmm...don't remember
24. Do you know anyone who has a collection of old records? No
25. What’s the name of the gas station you last stopped at? Sunoco
26. What was the first song you heard today? Besides the songs I heard at church this morning, I think it was Blurred Lines.
27. Have you ever gotten a magazine subscription as a gift? I don't think so, but we give Dad a subscription to THE WEEK every Christmas.
28. What was the last video you watched on YouTube? Gender Reveal Videos
29. Have you ever sacrificed something for someone you love? I'm sure I have, just can't think of anything specific right now.
30. Have you ever had your picture in the newspaper? Wedding announcement in local paper.

Sunday Stealing: Carry A Tune Meme

Carry A Tune Meme

Do you own a tablet of any kind?
Kindle Fire and an Ipad. 

What’s something people always assume about you that isn’t true?
That I'm not a procrastinator.

On a scale of 1-10, how much do elevators scare you?
0...I don't mind them at all.

When you’re upset, do you vent to people or do you keep to yourself?
I usually vent to Peter or Mom!

Have you ever watched a meteor shower?
No

Do you tend to put things off until the last minute?
That's funny...yep, all the time!

 
How do you react to random strangers suddenly trying to make conversation with you?
Depends on the person, but normally, I don't talk to random strangers.

Do you have a lucky number?
Not really

Would you go out to dinner with Oprah?
Yes, I would. :O)

Did you ever play sports?
Again, that's funny!

Do you feel guilty if you throw food away?
I sometimes do feel guilty. 

Do you think you could make it as a baker? 
I love to cook and would prefer being a chef, as I don't really love baking.  

Are you one of those people who are wearing scarves with everything?
I do like scarves, but don't wear them all the time.

Have you ever been in a castle?
Does Cinderella's castle count?

When you were little, did you ever play with Playdoh?
I did...that barbershop where it looked like the hair was growing was cool!

Would you rather write a mystery or love story?
Love story.


Do you hate it when people smoke around you?
YES!

How are you wearing your hair right now?
Pulled up in a clip.

When’s the last time you were sick?
I had a cold before Thanksgiving.

Would you rather have OJ or milk with your breakfast?
I like both, but drink milk more often.

What were you doing thirty minutes ago?
Watching the Super Bowl.

Do you own any school related clothing articles?
TCS t-shirts & sweatshirt.

Would you rather call people or have them call you?
Call them.

Can you carry a tune?
And again...funny!


Who was the last person who unexpectedly texted you?
?

Who do you text the most?
The children.