You might be wondering, “So what the heck is this Monday Poll thing anyway?”
Well, it isn’t much of a poll. It’s more just a constantly evolving (devolving?), somewhat random list of questions I’ve been putting out to readers every Monday morning for the past seven years. I’ve always enjoyed reading your answers in the comments, and I hope you enjoy reading mine.
- Do you sing in the shower?
Sometimes, when the rhythm moves me and I have a song stuck in my head. Aren’t showers the *best* places for improv American Idol auditions? I can definitely hit higher notes in the shower than I can in real life. - Gold or silver jewelry?
How about both? That way I don’t have to choose. 🙂 - If you were competing in the Winter Olympics, in what event would you compete?
Snowboarding! Not that I do it very often. At all. But I think it’s probably the event I’d have the most aptitude for (which isn’t saying much).Too bad I can’t stand the cold or being in the snow! Yup, there’s that.
- Would you rather plan a party, or go to a party?
Ya know, I like the idea of being one of those gals who effortlessly organizes fun and interesting dinner parties, but, to be honest, I’d rather just go as a guest, relax and enjoy myself. - Ketchup or mustard?
Ketchup, all the way. And a grilled cheese sandwich to dip into it. - What are you most stressed out about this week?
Well…at the moment, everything, LOL! I’m overwhelmed. I just don’t know how I’m going to finish everything I need to finish, but what’s new? It seems like that comes with the territory on Mondays, doesn’t it? - Would you characterize your weekdays as structured or flexible (or something else)?
Both. I do have tasks, like responding to emails; taking pictures at certain times of day (to chase the sunlight); setting up camera equipment, flashes and light reflectors; keeping batteries recharged; and producing series posts like the Monday Poll and Sundays With Tabs. But I also have a great deal of flexibility over how I choose to handle my posts, like whether I tell a poem or a story, or focus on the pictures, or something else. - I’m at my silliest when…
I’m chillin’ with my boys, El Hub and Tabs. - What did you have for breakfast this morning?
A smoothie made with almond milk, frozen blueberries, a banana, spinach (sounds gross, but I couldn’t really taste when it was all blended in) and vanilla protein powder. It was very fibrous and filling, LOL! - What are three things you always have with you?
My love for cats (and other animals), my wedding ring and a makeup bag filled with lipsticks and glosses. 🙂
Now it’s your turn. Just copy and paste the following questions into a comment with your answers. I look forward to reading ’em! 🙂
1. Do you sing in the shower?
2. Gold or silver jewelry?
3. If you were competing in the Winter Olympics, in what event would you compete?
4. Would you rather plan a party or go to a party?
5. Ketchup or mustard?
6. What are you most stressed out about this week?
7. Would you characterize your weekdays as structured or flexible (or something else)?
8. I’m at my silliest when…
9. What did you have for breakfast this morning?
10. What are three things you always have with you?
A grungy hair and sweat pants greeting to you on this lovely Monday morning! 🙂
Please forgive the coffee breath, and yes, I do still have to shower, so you might want to remain an arm’s length away… (Sorry!)
Ever have one of those Monday mornings? Yup, I’m havin’ one.
The neurons aren’t firing the way they’re supposed to, and I’m not sure what to do. Doopdado…
I think this is where a second cup of coffee comes in. Can I get you one? A hot cup of Kona blend? It’s pretty yum.
Your friendly neighborhood beauty addict,
Karen
1. Do you sing in the shower? Never – I have sympathy for my neighbors !
2. Gold or silver jewelry? Both ! I wear just about anything all at once like Boho-Overload !
3. If you were competing in the Winter Olympics, in what event would you compete? Curling – it looks so fun !
4. Would you rather plan a party or go to a party? Go to a party – who wants to clean up ?
5. Ketchup or mustard? Mustard, definitely mustard.
6. What are you most stressed out about this week? It’s fifteen below outside !
7. Would you characterize your weekdays as structured or flexible (or something else)? More flexible than a yoga instructor !
8. I’m at my silliest when… I’m with my friends.
9. What did you have for breakfast this morning? Iced tea and a Snickers Bar !
10. What are three things you always have with you? My doggie, black eyeliner, and my passport…
1. Do you sing in the shower?
Not really. I talk to myself, sometimes…like reminding myself about things I have to do or complaining, LOL.
2. Gold or silver jewelry?
Usually white gold, but yellow and rose gold have grown on me!
3. If you were competing in the Winter Olympics, in what event would you compete?
Uh, none. I’m not really that coordinated.
4. Would you rather plan a party or go to a party?
Plan!
5. Ketchup or mustard?
Depends what I’m eating. I like both.
6. What are you most stressed out about this week?
Grading! So much grading.
7. Would you characterize your weekdays as structured or flexible (or something else)? Right now, half structured and half flexible. Kind of enjoyable, actually.
8. I’m at my silliest when…I’m at home and comfortable.
9. What did you have for breakfast this morning?
A cinnamon raisin bagel with cookie butter, yogurt with a banana and pecans, and coffee.
10. What are three things you always have with you?
Hm. Mostly my wallet and my phone, and eye drops, I guess!
1. Do you sing in the shower? Yes, if nobody is home 😉
2. Gold or silver jewelry? I like them equally. It depends on my outfit. I dislike rosegold on my skintone, though.
3. If you were competing in the Winter Olympics, in what event would you compete? Figure skating!
4. Would you rather plan a party or go to a party? Go to a party. Planning can be quite stressful.
5. Ketchup or mustard? Ketchup! I even have a t-shirt that declares my love for ketchup. AND it’s ketchup-red colored and the writing is inside of the Heinz logo. It’s the most “me” shirt I own.
6. What are you most stressed out about this week? My math 462 homework and finishing up grad school applications. (eek!)
7. Would you characterize your weekdays as structured or flexible (or something else)? My weekdays are fairly structured since I have class MWF and work TTh.
8. I’m at my silliest when… I’m with my boyfriend after I’ve eaten a bunch of sugar and am sleepy.
9. What did you have for breakfast this morning? 2 waffles, with peanut butter in between.
10. What are three things you always have with you? My ring, my phone, chapstick.
1. Do you sing in the shower? Absolutely. Mostly country tunes or Top 40!
2. Gold or silver jewelry? I have been asking myself this for years and I just cannot decide which I like better on my skin. I think i go in phases.
3. If you were competing in the Winter Olympics, in what event would you compete? Oh boy.. Is cheering people on an event? I can do that!
4. Would you rather plan a party or go to a party? Go to a party!
5. Ketchup or mustard? Ketchup. Grilled cheese mmmm..
6. What are you most stressed out about this week? Starting a new position and getting the hang of everything.. happy first day to me!
7. Would you characterize your weekdays as structured or flexible (or something else)? Fairly structured but my free time is very flexible.
8. I’m at my silliest when… I’m with my good friends.. we bring out the crazy in each other.
9. What did you have for breakfast this morning? Whole wheat waffles with peanut butter. Yum!
10. What are three things you always have with you? My cell phone, a lip balm, and my visa card.
Thanks for this one Karen! This was my much-needed break from an overwhelming first day in a new job position!
Happy Monday to you!
1. Do you sing in the shower? No, it’s where I do my best thinking.
2. Gold or silver jewelry? Both, but I definitely lean toward gold.
3. If you were competing in the Winter Olympics, in what event would you compete? Snowboarding.
4. Would you rather plan a party or go to a party? Oh, go to one, hands down. My house doesn’t get messy, no stress over whether things are going well, I get to leave whenever I want!
5. Ketchup or mustard? Both, I like the spice and tang of mustard mixed with the sweetness of ketchup.
6. What are you most stressed out about this week? Classes, studying, juggling school with work.
7. Would you characterize your weekdays as structured or flexible (or something else)? Structured, which is not my natural state so it’s difficult to get used to.
8. I’m at my silliest when…I let my guard down and just relax. Also when I’m exhausted.
9. What did you have for breakfast this morning? Two corn tortillas with avocado and an egg. I’m not eating bread so corn tortillas have been a good vehicle for my beloved morning egg.
10. What are three things you always have with you? My sense of humor and appreciation of the bizarre nature of the daily toil of living, love in my heart, my eyeglasses.
1. Do you sing in the shower?
Rarely, but when I do it’s epic.
2. Gold or silver jewelry?
Both and rose gold too!
3. If you were competing in the Winter Olympics, in what event would you compete?
While I wish I could compete in something delicate and graceful, my Scottish roots would probably place me in the curling events 🙁
4. Would you rather plan a party or go to a party?
Depends on how good the party is! I like planning and hosting because I can control the party menu.
5. Ketchup or mustard?
Mustard, I love it!
6. What are you most stressed out about this week?
Money as usual, but also a doctor appointment.
7. Would you characterize your weekdays as structured or flexible (or something else)?
Since I’ve started blogging, more structured but because I’m a military spouse I have to stay flexible 24/7.
8. I’m at my silliest when…
When I haven’t gone to bed and I really need to!
9. What did you have for breakfast this morning?
A 100 calorie protein shake and a handful of nuts.
10. What are three things you always have with you?
Hard to say, my ID, house keys, and pet fur!
Happy Monday! 🙂
1. Do you sing in the shower? Oh, absolutely. The acoustics are divine.
2. Gold or silver jewelry? Platinum so, silver in color.
3. If you were competing in the Winter Olympics, in what event would you compete? If I could magically be Olympic caliber in any of them, I’d pick Ski Jump – it must be such an awesome feeling! If I had to be me, right now, I’d probably have the best chance of being competitive in Curling, or maybe Bobsledding. 🙂
4. Would you rather plan a party or go to a party? Definitely go.
5. Ketchup or mustard? Ketchup.
6. What are you most stressed out about this week? Nothing, yet. That’s the Universe’s invitation to drop a bunch of stressful things on my desk immediately.
7. Would you characterize your weekdays as structured or flexible (or something else)? A mix. Mainly flexible but things with deadlines constantly drop in.
8. I’m at my silliest when… I’m with my friends or the kids. I can be silly as long as there is oxygen in the room but I usually reserve my best material for them.
9. What did you have for breakfast this morning? Fiber One bar.
10. What are three things you always have with you? Oh, boy. Right now I feel like it’s hangnails, dry skin and an extra 30 lbs! HAHA!
I hope you get your week off to a good start. I’m going to grab a cuticle nipper, some lotion and my running shoes. I’ll let you know how it goes. 🙂
It’s puh puh poll day, yippee!
1. Do you sing in the shower? Nope
2. Gold or silver jewelry? Silver. Although gold is supposed to look more flattering on me.
3. If you were competing in the Winter Olympics, in what event would you compete? Skiing! I love skiing! I am so bummed out that I can’t go right now 🙁 Stupid knee…
4. Would you rather plan a party or go to a party? Go to one. Organizing a party stresses me out.
5. Ketchup or mustard? Ketchup.
6. What are you most stressed out about this week? My knee injury and tomorrow’s MRI. How my boss feels about me being absent from work right now. Aaaand the fact that my period is late. Yeah. It’s been a shitty week so far.
7. Would you characterize your weekdays as structured or flexible (or something else)? Structured, definitely. I like to plan everything.
8. I’m at my silliest when… I’m with my man. I can really be myself around him. Which is silly 🙂
9. What did you have for breakfast this morning? All Bran cereal with milk, and then a mokka flavored dessert (please don’t judge :-P)
10. What are three things you always have with you? My phone, hand cream and lip balm.
1. Do you sing in the shower? Not usually, although I was singing “Royals” this morning.
2. Gold or silver jewelry? Rose gold all the way!
3. If You Were compete competing in the Winter Olympics, in what event is incumbent would you? Black Friday shopping spree obstacle course racer!
4. Would you rather plan party or go to a party? Plan a party. I am a better host than I am party goer.
5. Ketchup or mustard? Mayo!
6. What are you MOST stressed out about this week? Nothing really. Everything is under control.
7. Would you Characterize your weekdays as flexible or structured (or something else)? A bit of both. Structured workday. Flexible after.
8. I’m at my silliest when … I am playing with my cat Kurt.
9. What did you-have for breakfast this morning? A coffee. Does that count?
10. What are three things you always-have with you? Lip balm (Malin + Goetz this month), my phone, my debit card.
1. Do you sing in the shower?
Not usually – my husband and I tend to shower together, so it’s more talking. TMI? We do it for very prosaic reasons – to save on the water and electricity bills! 😛
2. Gold or silver jewelry?
Probably silver, or white gold, as they look nicer on my skin tone, I think!
3. If you were competing in the Winter Olympics, in what event would you compete?
Downhill skiing, biathlon or ice skating. I’m only really even remotely qualified for the first two but the third is so colourful and impressive!
4. Would you rather plan a party or go to a party?
I don!t have a preference, really, but I guess going is less stressful than planning!
5. Ketchup or mustard?
Both? Mustard if I have to choose!
6. What are you most stressed out about this week?
The thesis. It’s always the thesis 😉
7. Would you characterize your weekdays as structured or flexible (or something else)?
They’re very flexible, but I always seem to have so many things to do…
8. I’m at my silliest when…
Playing DnD, especially if I’ve got a silly character on the go!
9. What did you have for breakfast this morning?
A homemade lemon muffin, natural yoghurt and a white-flesh nectarine 🙂
10. What are three things you always have with you?
My wedding/engagement ring, thoughts about my thesis, and my thesis. Seriously, people, theses take over your life!
mustard!
1. Do you sing in the shower?
Nope. But I do sing when I’m alone in the car.
2. Gold or silver jewelry?
95% of the time gold jewelry. You can do the math on silver.
3. If you were competing in the Winter Olympics, in what event would you compete?
I’d be doing commentary on the athlete’s attire. From the bar. With a hot toddy. I don’t do winter….or winter sports.
4. Would you rather plan a party or go to a party?
Plan. Definitely love putting together a party. It’s much more fun than the actual event.
5. Ketchup or mustard?
Doesn’t one always go with the other?
6. What are you most stressed out about this week?
Packing, planning with house/critter sitter for next week departure to annual winter Hawaii holiday. Maui here I come!
7. Would you characterize your weekdays as structured or flexible (or something else)?
Flexible. I live my life as free of appointments and such as possible. I’m a very “as the spirit moves me” type of person.
8. I’m at my silliest when…
Talking “girl” talk with my friends.
9. What did you have for breakfast this morning?
Blueberries (I grew myself) on some kind of healthy fiber natural type cereal topped with unsweetened almond milk and a cup of Earl Grey tea.
10. What are three things you always have with you?
Humm….I often forget my phone, but if I want back in the house I try to remember my keys. I have allergies so I always have a Kleenex or two on me. So keys, Kleenex…oh and some kind of chapstick or balm.
1. Do you sing in the shower?
It depends on the time, actually! I’m a singer, and a year or two ago I was trying warm-ups in the shower – but my poor snoozing husband did NOT appreciate early-morning high notes streaming out of the bathroom! So, I tend to keep it pretty chill if I’m showering in the morning. 🙂
2. Gold or silver jewelry?
I’m with you, Karen – both, please!
3. If you were competing in the Winter Olympics, in what event would you compete?
Hmmm… How about ice skating?
4. Would you rather plan a party or go to a party?
I really enjoy both, actually. I *love* hosting – it has an energy all its own – but I also like just chilling at a friend’s place.
5. Ketchup or mustard?
Both, please!
6. What are you most stressed out about this week?
The fact that I need/want to do SO MUCH, maybe? It’s a little overwhelming right at this moment, but hopefully it’ll all shake out and I’ll actually get *some* things done instead of getting *nothing* done. 🙂
7. Would you characterize your weekdays as structured or flexible (or something else)?
Fairly structured, I’d say. I mean, I have to be at work 8-5 every day. My evenings are a little less structured, but trending towards being a bit more rigidly planned out… so goes the life!
8. I’m at my silliest when…
I’m with my family. My sister and mom, especially.
9. What did you have for breakfast this morning?
I rolled out to the train with my husband this morning, and he ordered me his “usual:” egg/bacon/cheese on a roll. Typical NY bodega-breakfast! Can’t say it’s very healthy though, lol.
10. What are three things you always have with you?
1) my metro card, 2) my ID, and 3) my incurable & insatiable hug-impulse.
1. Do you sing in the shower? Lol yes! I feel myself sometimes
2. Gold or silver jewelry? Gold!
3. If you were competing in the Winter Olympics, in what event would you compete? I have no talents or athletic abilities. Maybe track? I might still be fast lol
4. Would you rather plan a party or go to a party? Go to a party. Much less stress!
5. Ketchup or mustard? Ehh mustard
6. What are you most stressed out about this week? Finances. I need money to get back in school next semester. Boo!
7. Would you characterize your weekdays as structured or flexible (or something else)? Flexible. Not a can of structured days lol
8. I’m at my silliest when… I’m with my friends!
9. What did you have for breakfast this morning? Dinner lmao. Rice and gravy, pork chops and green beans. I woke up starving lol
10. What are three things you always have with you?
My phone, blanket and pup are all that come to mind
1. Do you sing in the shower? No.
2. Gold or silver jewelry? Both but not at the same time.
3. If you were competing in the Winter Olympics, in what event would you compete? Ice skating. Looks beautiful.
4. Would you rather plan a party or go to a party? I hate planning parties, I never do. But I love going to them.
5. Ketchup or mustard? Ketchup.
6. What are you most stressed out about this week? I have to present a paper in front of a class. It’s a lot of preparation.
7. Would you characterize your weekdays as structured or flexible (or something else)? Structured mostly.
8. I’m at my silliest when I’m in bed with my boyfriend and we’re talking about anything and everything and we’re teasing each other and laughing and so on…
9. What did you have for breakfast this morning? Nothing.
10. What are three things you always have with you? My sense of humour (even at funerals, always) ; a lipstick (the one I applied in the morning in my bathroom) ; my phone (to text my boyfriend all the time).
1. Do you sing in the shower?
No, but I do listen to Disney music. 🙂
2. Gold or silver jewelry?
Gold.
3. If you were competing in the Winter Olympics, in what event would you compete?
Figure skating…but I’d have to hold on to the rail the entire time!
4. Would you rather plan a party or go to a party?
Go to a party.
5. Ketchup or mustard?
Mustard! Mmmmmm.
6. What are you most stressed out about this week?
Homework. 🙁 the downfall of college life.
7. Would you characterize your weekdays as structured or flexible (or something else)?
Structured during class time and flexible afterwards.
8. I’m at my silliest when…
I’m with my boyfriend.
9. What did you have for breakfast this morning?
A sandwich. I hate breakfast food.
10. What are three things you always have with you?
Wallet, keys, lip gloss.
1. Do you sing in the shower?
i used to. not so much anymore…only when i cant get a song out of my head.
2. Gold or silver jewelry?
it depends on the outfit.
3. If you were competing in the Winter Olympics, in what event would you compete?
curling. i’ve always wanted to learn. it looks so fun.
4. Would you rather plan a party or go to a party?
definitely go.
5. Ketchup or mustard?
ketchup.
6. What are you most stressed out about this week?
personal things. thats about all. it’s been a rough 2 months.
7. Would you characterize your weekdays as structured or flexible (or something else)?
hmmm…flexible after 12. i never have anything planned.
8. I’m at my silliest when…
you give me wine! you’ll be my best friend all night 🙂
9. What did you have for breakfast this morning?
jasmine green tea and a bagel.
10. What are three things you always have with you?
lip balm, my wallet and my phone.
1. Do you sing in the shower?
– No. For some reason I only sing in the car!
2. Gold or silver jewelry?
– Used to be silver. Then became gold. Now I just mix it all up!! When I’m feeling even more daring I add rose gold to the mix!
3. If you were competing in the Winter Olympics, in what event would you compete?
– Well I also hate the cold…but I always wanted to be a figure skater. I can barely stand up in ice skates…but I used to twirl around the house doing jumps.
4. Would you rather plan a party or go to a party?
– Though I love to organize and plan things…I think I would rather go to a party. Like someone else said – no clean up!
5. Ketchup or mustard?
– Ketchup!
6. What are you most stressed out about this week?
– I’m actually feeling pretty calm right now. I’m sure something will come up and I will feel overwhelmed…but I’m enjoying the calm right now!
7. Would you characterize your weekdays as structured or flexible (or something else)?
– Combination. Like Karen, I have certain posts and projects that need to be completed…but I also have the ability to choose my content and adjust accordingly.
8. I’m at my silliest when…
– I’m sleep deprived. Or hanging out with my best friend!
9. What did you have for breakfast this morning?
– Naked Green Juice with kale and almonds.
10. What are three things you always have with you?
– Eye drops, chapstick and gum.
1. Do you sing in the shower? Nope!
2. Gold or silver jewelry? Silver
3. If you were competing in the Winter Olympics, in what event would you compete? No one 😀 Not sporty.
4. Would you rather plan a party or go to a party? Go to a party.
5. Ketchup or mustard? Mustard! Makes everything taste good!
6. What are you most stressed out about this week? Just about everything! Just moved to a foreign country and have so much paperwork and procedures to deal with.
7. Would you characterize your weekdays as structured or flexible (or something else)? Both, I’d say. I have a full-time job in an office but in the meantime, I always manage to sneak in some time for seeing my friends, going out, shopping…
8. I’m at my silliest when… I’m tired! I start giggling and not thinking straight 🙂
9. What did you have for breakfast this morning? White english muffins with butter and jam and a huge cup of coffee followed by orange juice.
10. What are three things you always have with you? Cellphone, lipbalm, keys
1. Do you sing in the shower?
Actually, no, I prefer to listen and sing along to music after I shower, while I’m getting dressed.
2. Gold or silver jewelry?
How about rose gold? 😀
3. If you were competing in the Winter Olympics, in what event would you compete?
I would not compete at all! I am terrible at all sports and athletic activity.
4. Would you rather plan a party or go to a party?
I would like to plan a party since I never have before! The experience would be fun. But, I’m sure after I get that one party out of the way I would want to stick with attending parties.
5. Ketchup or mustard?
Neither! Maybe some ranch.
6. What are you most stressed out about this week?
Well, since you asked, my step sister put my clothes in the dryer yesterday and shrunk my favorite black cardigan, my favorite pair of leggings, and a few sentimental t-shirts that I own. I’m seriously upset about it.
7. Would you characterize your weekdays as structured or flexible (or something else)?
Part structure, part play time. I get everything done that I need to during the day, and then night time is for relaxing. Catching up on tv, reading a book, or watching youtube beauty videos!
8. I’m at my silliest when…
I’m with my friend, Bad Stacy! She’s called “Bad” Stacy for a reason! 😉
9. What did you have for breakfast this morning?
I had 6 mini chocolate donuts, you know the ones you can get at the gas station? Not the healthiest, but I woke up kind of late.
10. What are three things you always have with you?
My cell phone, chapstick of some sort (I’ve been loving the Maybelline Baby Lips in Quenched), and a granola bar!
1. Do you sing in the shower? You know, for someone who is a singer/loves singing, not that often…
2. Gold or silver jewelry? Typically yellow gold, but I do have some silver and rose gold pieces that I just LOVE!
3. If you were competing in the Winter Olympics, in what event would you compete? Bobsledding. Not because I have any sort of aptitude, more because it looks really fun.
4. Would you rather plan a party or go to a party? We host a lot of parties, which is fun. But I agree attending parties is much less stressful!
5. Ketchup or mustard? Honey mustard, only for chicken fingers 🙂
6. What are you most stressed out about this week? SO MANY THINGS! My incredibly heavy workload and getting my wrecked car back from the body shop.
7. Would you characterize your weekdays as structured or flexible (or something else)? I totally structure my day, by the hour. This is mostly self-imposed, except when I have meetings or events set by others. But I love knowing EXACTLY what I’m going to get accomplished when.
8. I’m at my silliest when…I’m at this leadership conference for kids in high school that I volunteer at.
9. What did you have for breakfast this morning? Nothing.
10. What are three things you always have with you? Cellphone, debit card, and the desire to plan/micromanage.
1. Do you sing in the shower? No, not often.
2. Gold or silver jewelry? Silver.
3. If you were competing in the Winter Olympics, in what event would you compete? Figure Skating. So pretty! 🙂
4. Would you rather plan a party or go to a party? Both, I’d like to plan the party that I go to! 😉
5. Ketchup or mustard? Mustard.
6. What are you most stressed out about this week? Nothing this week, this week has been going great.
7. Would you characterize your weekdays as structured or flexible (or something else)? Pretty Flexible.
8. I’m at my silliest when… I’m talking and having fun with close friends. =D
9. What did you have for breakfast this morning? Scrambled eggs with a dash of cayenne pepper and cup of black tea.
10. What are three things you always have with you? Lipbalm, cellphone, and a smile =)
1. Do you sing in the shower?
Not really… sometimes if I have all the time in the world and I remember to take some music in.
2. Gold or silver jewelry?
Silver. Always!
3. If you were competing in the Winter Olympics, in what event would you compete?
Ice skating of some description. Winter sports aren’t something that I grew up doing!
4. Would you rather plan a party or go to a party?
I love planning parties but always have anxiety about people having a good time! But then if I go to someone else’s party will I like the music, will the other people be nice…
5. Ketchup or mustard?
Both! Mixed together, with sausages. Austrian style!
6. What are you most stressed out about this week?
Work. Loads of it. But that’s ok, I’d rather be busy!
7. Would you characterize your weekdays as structured or flexible (or something else)?
Very structured between 7am and about 6pm, between getting up and finishing work. But after that its a lot more play it by ear! I should be structured and go to the gym 3 times a week but that isn’t really happening much at the moment!
8. I’m at my silliest when…
On Sundays, when I’m rested and well fed!
9. What did you have for breakfast this morning?
2 slices of sourdough pumpkin seed bread with pumpkin and sunflower seed spread and vegan cheese, and 5 cocktail tomatoes. With a huge mug of tea.
10. What are three things you always have with you?
My phone, my wallet and my keys. Oh, you want the less boring answer? Tampons, lipbalm and a 50c coin for the trolley at the supermarket!
Sorry I haven’t been around in awhile. Lupus and migraines have been kicking my butt! But, it’s -22 here, so I have all of the time in the world!
1. Do you sing in the shower?
When I get the bug. I normally sing Amazing Grace.
2. Gold or silver jewelry?
Silver.
3. If you were competing in the Winter Olympics, in what event would you compete?
Figure Skating.
4. Would you rather plan a party or go to a party?
Probably plan. That way, I don’t have to go. I do not like parties!
5. Ketchup or mustard?
Neither! I hate both! Give me some NaCl and I’m good!
6. What are you most stressed out about this week?
The weather! It’s supposed to be so cold!
7. Would you characterize your weekdays as structured or flexible (or something else)?
Flexible with structured routines within them. I have a morning routine and evening routine, but I generally do whatever within those.
8. I’m at my silliest when…
I’m around dogs.
9. What did you have for breakfast this morning?
I don’t have breakfast. It messes with me.
10. What are three things you always have with you?
My bag (which has everything in it, including phone), Zena’s shedded fur and a sweater.
1. Do you sing in the shower? Yes. I was in choir in high school, and even though I’m now almost 50, I still remember many of the songs from that time.
2. Gold or silver jewelry? Mostly silver, but I do have a few gold pieces.
3. If you were competing in the Winter Olympics, in what event would you compete? I wouldn’t – I’m a klutz who can’t tolerate cold.
4. Would you rather plan a party or go to a party? Probably go – though I like giving parties, mine usually turn out pretty dull.
5. Ketchup or mustard? It depends – ketchup on fries; mustard on corn dogs
6. What are you most stressed out about this week? keeping my not-so-inner shopaholic under control until the beginning of the new month
7. Would you characterize your weekdays as structured or flexible (or something else)? While I have a fairly set routine, I can vary it when the need arises
8. I’m at my silliest when…
9. What did you have for breakfast this morning? Cheerios, whole-wheat toast, diet 7-Up
10. What are three things you always have with you?
Jesus, cat fur, music
1. Do you sing in the shower? Occasionally, when I’m more awake. 🙂
2. Gold or silver jewelry? Yes!
3. If you were competing in the Winter Olympics, in what event would you compete? Cross country skiing. Too scared of downhill and too terrible at skating!
4. Would you rather plan a party or go to a party? It depends. I love hosting because everyone comes to me and I’m pretty chill and don’t go overboard with party planning, but I’m like you and also love going and leaving the mess behind. 🙂
5. Ketchup or mustard? Mustard!
6. What are you most stressed out about this week? Getting all my tax paperwork together. But at least I’ll get my refund (hopefully) sooner!
7. Would you characterize your weekdays as structured or flexible (or something else)? It’s a bit of both. I’m allowed a lot of leeway at work to do my own prioritization, and besides my morning report the rest of the day is dependent on what everyone needs.
8. I’m at my silliest when… I’m hanging with my boyfriend or best friend. We encourage silly.
9. What did you have for breakfast this morning? A Nature Valley protein bar. Yum!
10. What are three things you always have with you? Glasses, ID and phone!
I neglected to answer:
I’m at my silliest when …
I get together with long-time pals Kim and Felecia!
It’s like some sort of solar flare when the three of us meet. We always have lunch at the same restaurant, and while we’re there we can usually count on at least one other fellow diner coming by our table, and remarking something like, “You seem to be having a good time!”
And we’re stone sober, too. 🙂
1. Do you sing in the shower? Yes lol. I chalk it up to good acoustics.
2. Gold or silver jewelry? Both!
3. If you were competing in the Winter Olympics, in what event would you compete? None, I’m a complete klutz. Plus, I’m not used to cold weather.
4. Would you rather plan a party or go to a party? I’d much rather go to a party. As much as party planning interests me, there’s so many things that could go wrong. Not to mention that I’d be terrible with cleanup the day after.
5. Ketchup or mustard? Mustard. But I typically like both.
6. What are you most stressed out about this week? Needing to go to the bank because turns out my card was one of those affected during the Target fiasco. -_-
7. Would you characterize your weekdays as structured or flexible (or something else)? Flexible, definitely. Although I do like to set certain tasks for a certain day.
8. I’m at my silliest when… I’m happy.
9. What did you have for breakfast this morning? Tacos de chicharrones aka cow intestines. It sounds disgusting and looks sketchy but it tastes SO good.
10. What are three things you always have with you? Hand sanitizer, lip balm and mints.
1. Do you sing in the shower? I don’t always sing in the shower, but when I do I’m a rockstar…..okay maybe not so much.
2. Gold or silver jewelry? I have been on a silver kick for several years now. Love Silpada and Brighton.
3. If you were competing in the Winter Olympics, in what event would you compete? Intertubbing….is that a sport?
4. Would you rather plan a party or go to a party? I think I prefer to go to a party. I like planning right up to the day of the vent…then I start stressing.
5. Ketchup or mustard? Mayo! Sorry.
6. What are you most stressed out about this week? My youngest son may have to move home. That means I have to move stuff around to fit him in and I’m not sure where to put my junk!
7. Would you characterize your weekdays as structured or flexible (or something else)? Flexible and for that, I’m grateful!
8. I’m at my silliest when… I’m playing with my two Puggles, Baxter and Sophie. I talk on their behalf with their own distinct voice and I sing to them songs made up just for them. I act about 5 when we’re together.
9. What did you have for breakfast this morning? What’s that?
10. What are three things you always have with you? Lipstick (currently a Laura Mercier color I love, love, love), my cell phone, the love of a good man (yep, mushy but true – I have a great husband).
I sing in the shower when my husband isn’t home. I love white gold. Winter Olympics…def would snowboard. I’d rather go to a party. Spicy brown mustard!!!i it’s Monday……I stress Monday-Friday. My weekdays are too structured. I’m at my silliest when it’s Friday lol I had yogurt for breakfast.3 things always with me….eye liner, lip gloss, eye drops.
1. Do you sing in the shower?: Definitely.
2. Gold or silver jewelry?: Silver! Gold looks terrible on me.
3. If you were competing in the Winter Olympics, in what event would you compete?: I don’t do any of those sports, so my imaginary answer would be something like hockey, speed skating, luge, bobsleigh, or ski jumping (first time women are competing! The documentary “110%” was great). I’m an Olympics freak.
4. Would you rather plan a party or go to a party?: Go to a party.
5. Ketchup or mustard?: Depends. Ketchup for french fries, mustard for a hot dog.
6. What are you most stressed out about this week?: Having to catch up on everything, since we’re having two snow days this week! (With wind chill, it’s between -20 and -40 degrees here in Chicago.)
7. Would you characterize your weekdays as structured or flexible (or something else)?: My Saturdays are structured, but almost anything goes on Sunday.
8. I’m at my silliest when…: I haven’t gotten sleep. I was once awake for 22 hours straight (VERY busy day), and it wasn’t pretty at the end.
9. What did you have for breakfast this morning?: One of those super fiber chocolate granola bars.
10. What are three things you always have with you?: Glasses cloth, lip balm, and my wristwatch.
1. Do you sing in the shower? If there’s music in the bathroom I’ll sing like I’m on American Idol.
2. Gold or silver jewelry? Either. But if it’s not real I can’t wear it which sucks!
3. If you were competing in the Winter Olympics, in what event would you compete? Figure skating. I was the bombdotcom on roller skates and I’m not horrible on ice skates.
4. Would you rather plan a party or go to a party? Relax and enjoy.
I’m a decent cook so if I’m planning then it’s SOOO much work!
5. Ketchup or mustard? Both. I love to mix them up before dipping fries or corn dogs.
6. What are you most stressed out about this week? Planning and scheduling for Mobile World Congress in Spain. I’m scheduling meetings, attending and spending a few days along at the end of the week.
7. Would you characterize your weekdays as structured or flexible (or something else)? A little of both. I’m an exec admin so I do a lot of scheduling and desk work, but I also run around too.
8. I’m at my silliest when… I’m with my teenage boys. They’re boys, they goof around about farts, etc…
9. What did you have for breakfast this morning? A cup of milk with my espresso shot and a Kind bar.
10. What are three things you always have with you? My purse, my phone and my tattoos.
1. Do you sing in the shower?
Nope, but my upstairs neighbor does. Once I heard her singing Bohemian Rhapsody!
2. Gold or silver jewelry? Silver — it’s a better match for my platinum engagement ring and wedding band. 🙂
3. If you were competing in the Winter Olympics, in what event would you compete?
Ice skating. I skated for a few years of my adolescence and loved it.
4. Would you rather plan a party or go to a party? I’d rather plan a party. That way I can invite whoever I want. I’m pretty shy, so it’s always reassuring to have a room full of people who I know.
5. Ketchup or mustard? Heinz Ketchup!
6. What are you most stressed out about this week? Ugh, I’m actually really stressed out about something this week! I’m trying to make a decision about how to handle an interpersonal conflict.
7. Would you characterize your weekdays as structured or flexible (or something else)? My weekdays are kind of all over the place. I work in the service industry, so my days off might occur in the middle of the week, and my shifts are never the same. I wish my week was a bit more structured, to tell the truth.
8. I’m at my silliest when…I’m hanging out with my husband or my best friends.
9. What did you have for breakfast this morning? Well, today it was cereal and coffee, but this weekend I made these pancakes: http://www.theppk.com/2011/12/puffy-pillow-pancakes/ They are the jam.
10. What are three things you always have with you? A gigantic purse, my Kindle, and at least one red lipstick.
1. Do you sing in the shower?
Yes, it’s go the best acoustics in the house!
2. Gold or silver jewelry?
Mostly silver, but I like my gold stuff, too.
3. If you were competing in the Winter Olympics, in what event would you compete?
Figure skating — so beautiful! But I can’t even stand up in skates in real life…
4. Would you rather plan a party or go to a party?
Go to a party! Or be the entertainment at a party (which is part of what I do already for my career)
5. Ketchup or mustard?
Yes. Mustard on hotdogs. Ketchup on burgers.
6. What are you most stressed out about this week?
Getting everything ready for our sabbatical in Honolulu. We leave next Monday and there are a gazillion things still left on my list!
7. Would you characterize your weekdays as structured or flexible (or something else)?
Semi-structured with a huge list of stuff to get done when work is over…
8. I’m at my silliest when…
I’m with my kitties (alas, they are with MIL in New York… I am not happy…)
9. What did you have for breakfast this morning?
Raisin bran, milk, coffee
10. What are three things you always have with you?
Wedding ring, jade bracelet, glasses
I can’t believe we fly out next monday! For a 3 month trip… I’ll be excited when we get there… right now I’m just stressed out!
1. Do you sing in the shower? Nope, never. My husband is a singing in the shower maestro though!
2. Gold or silver jewelry? Both! I wear more gold though.
3. If you were competing in the Winter Olympics, in what event would you compete? Luge, because it’s fast and awesome!
4. Would you rather plan a party or go to a party? Plan, I like to entertain people, but we’re low-key, it’s not anything even close to fancy. Plus, I’ve noticed that most people don’t follow the number one rule of hosting a party, Never run out of food and drink! I have never ran out of food and drink at a party.
5. Ketchup or mustard? Cheap yellow mustard on sausages, ketchup on eggs. But low-sugar ketchup, because it can be too sweet.
6. What are you most stressed out about this week? Getting to the gym, I need to start going, but the idea almost overwhelms me!
7. Would you characterize your weekdays as structured or flexible (or something else)? Easy! I am a stay at home Mom, so when the kids are at school, I’m FREEEEEEE! Except I’m trying to get the house cleared out, and that’s a job!
8. I’m at my silliest when…To be honest, I’m always silly. But probably when I drop my girls off at school, huggies, kissies, embarrassing my 6th grader, it’s a good time!
9. What did you have for breakfast this morning? Two strips of bacon, two egg whites, half an avocado, and two cups of coffee.
10. What are three things you always have with you? A watch, a hair tie, lip balm.
1. Do you sing in the shower? No I don’t. I don’t want to scare people.
2. Gold or silver jewelry? Honestly I’ll do both but in terms of what looks more flattering, gold.
3. If you were competing in the Winter Olympics, in what event would you compete? I’m a creature of the tropics, so maybe bobsledding.
4. Would you rather plan a party or go to a party? Go to a party. Less hassle.
5. Ketchup or mustard? Ketchup. On everything.
6. What are you most stressed out about this week? My husband will be gone until Wednesday. I have to deal with everything in this house until he arrives.
7. Would you characterize your weekdays as structured or flexible (or something else)? My weekdays are structured (I wake up, go to work, come back home, workout, dinner, sleep)
8. I’m at my silliest when…I’m playing with my kitties.
9. What did you have for breakfast this morning? Coffee Cake and Coffee. Yum-o!
10. What are three things you always have with you? My wallet, my keys and cell phone. Chapstick comes close.
Have a great week!
1. Do you sing in the shower? Neither!
2. Gold or silver jewelry? Both- I used to always wear silver, but now I think gold suits me better. I still don’t think I would want a gold wedding ring though.
3. If you were competing in the Winter Olympics, in what event would you compete? Ummm…. looking really cute in a nice winter coat, scarf, earmuffs and hand warmers….? 🙂
4. Would you rather plan a party or go to a party? DEFINITELY plan. Only going if it is a party with just my husband 🙂
5. Ketchup or mustard? KETCHUP. I only like mustard if is has a lot of honey! 🙂
6. What are you most stressed out about this week? Nothing, actually! That is a first! 🙂
7. Would you characterize your weekdays as structured or flexible (or something else)? Both. too much to explain…
8. I’m at my silliest when… I’ve had a couple martinis, of course…. 🙂
9. What did you have for breakfast this morning? Smoothie: almond milk, stevia, banana, blueberries, cocoa
10. What are three things you always have with you? chapstick, hand cream, phone, (wallet, purse) (with those things)
1. Do you sing in the shower?
Nope BUT in the car yes.
2. Gold or silver jewelry?
Gold
3. If you were competing in the Winter Olympics, in what event would you compete?
No clue not athletic one bit.
4. Would you rather plan a party or go to a party?
Go to a Party!
5. Ketchup or mustard?
Mustard
6. What are you most stressed out about this week?
Nothing.
7. Would you characterize your weekdays as structured or flexible (or something else)?
Structured.
8. I’m at my silliest when…
When I’m with friends.
9. What did you have for breakfast this morning?
nothing.
10. What are three things you always have with you?
i phone, lipgloss and/or lipstick, debit.
You keep things light and airy, and fun. I love it 🙂
1. Do you sing in the shower? No … actually I never have. I’m too busy relaxing I think. I sing in the car lol.
2. Gold or silver jewelry? Both!! I love gold and silver both. I recently bought a silver ring with blue and black diamonds. It’s gorgeous!
3. If you were competing in the Winter Olympics, in what event would you compete? Ok … tough one … I live in Canada and don’t ski. I know. Atrocity. I would have to go with speed skating. I love skating, and I love speed. It’s been a long time, and while at one time I could give figure skaters a run for their money, now I tend to fall on my butt more often than not, but it’s what I loved growing up!
4. Would you rather plan a party or go to a party? Go! Planning is fun! But it means cleaning … haha
5. Ketchup or mustard? Mustard! Love mustard 😀
6. What are you most stressed out about this week? My cat died this morning. We found him outside on our step. I’m beyond devastated. No idea how, he was still warm when I got to him. I looked for him all night. It’s been a tough day. Words can’t describe the total sadness and longing and pain.
7. Would you characterize your weekdays as structured or flexible (or something else)? Structured. I thrive on routine. I also thrive on chaos, but I need daily structure and expectations in my schedule, otherwise I just don’t function at all.
8. I’m at my silliest when… a fabulous song comes on the radio or my mp3!! Oh I WILL dance in my seat! It is possible.
9. What did you have for breakfast this morning? Denny’s lol. My bestie took me for breaky.
10. What are three things you always have with you? Not including the basics like wallet, keys & phone, my blood pressure rises without these items is: lip color, eyeliner, and lip balm.
1. Do you sing in the shower?
Not anymore. I used to always bring a CD player into the bathroom while taking a shower. It used to be Pat Benatar, Sheryl Crow, etc.
2. Gold or silver jewelry?
I prefer gold. It looks best next to my warm skin color.
3. If you were competing in the Winter Olympics, in what event would you compete?
Are there any indoor events? lol. I am not a fan of winter!! I used to cross country ski, though.
4. Would you rather plan a party or go to a party?
I would rather plan and then later attend a successful party.
5. Ketchup or mustard?
Neither. I hate both. I will go with mayonnaise
6. What are you most stressed out about this week?
My bank account.
7. Would you characterize your weekdays as structured or flexible (or something else)?
flexible. I no longer work full-time outside the home, so they are now more flexible.
8. I’m at my silliest when…
I am woke from a deep sleep. My answers can be crazy.
9. What did you have for breakfast this morning?
black coffee
10. What are three things you always have with you?
eye glasses, lip balm, wedding rings
1. Do you sing in the shower?
– Oh yeah. Especially if my roommate is out of the apartment, I treat my neighbors to the finest renditions of Broadway musicals.
2. Gold or silver jewelry?
– Silver. For some reason, I cannot STAND gold.
3. If you were competing in the Winter Olympics, in what event would you compete?
– Figure skating. Then I would be disqualified on a technicality and appear on movie cameos a la Michelle Kwan.
4. Would you rather plan a party or go to a party?
– GO TO ONE. I’ve had my fair share of planning awesome, amazing parties that I never enjoy.
5. Ketchup or mustard?
– Ketchup! Mustard = gross.
6. What are you most stressed out about this week?
– Keeping up with my reading and getting all my ducks in a row in order to apply to law school.
7. Would you characterize your weekdays as structured or flexible (or something else)?
– Flexible 🙂 Aside from classes, my time bends.
8. I’m at my silliest when…
– I’m with Landon 🙂 we’re kind of crazy
9. What did you have for breakfast this morning?
-Coffee and Chocolate bread. 😀 Breakfast of champions
10. What are three things you always have with you?
– My phone, lip gloss, and powder
1. Do you sing in the shower?
-No.
2. Gold or silver jewelry?
-Both.
3. If you were competing in the Winter Olympics, in what event would you compete?
-Figure skating.
4. Would you rather plan a party or go to a party?
-Plan.
5. Ketchup or mustard?
-Mustard.
6. What are you most stressed out about this week?
-Wedding guestlist
7. Would you characterize your weekdays as structured or flexible (or something else)?
-Structured
8. I’m at my silliest when…
-I am home after work hanging out with the fiance
9. What did you have for breakfast this morning?
-Eggs and sausage
10. What are three things you always have with you?
-Compact mirror, lipgloss, and Advils
1. Do you sing in the shower? rarely
2. Gold or silver jewelry? mixture of both!
3. If you were competing in the Winter Olympics, in what event would you compete? god nothing!
4. Would you rather plan a party or go to a party? plan a party! and go to mine!
5. Ketchup or mustard? ranch!
6. What are you most stressed out about this week? getting my graphs for work done
7. Would you characterize your weekdays as structured or flexible (or something else)? structured–I’m at work for 8 hours then either class or the gym.
8. I’m at my silliest when… I’m a few beers in
9. What did you have for breakfast this morning? Belvida bar
10. What are three things you always have with you? wedding ring, phone and lipbalm/lipstick o