Oy, but the Random Dozen has some very thought-provoking questions this week!
You know the drill…post your questions and then link up on Linda’s blog.
1. Define a great relationship.
Communication.
2. Why is it called a “drive-through” if you have to stop? (Real question: What was the last food/drink you purchased at a drive-through?)
On Monday, Rooster and I went through DQ’s drive-thru for Blizzards. Yum!
3. As I type this, the Butler Bulldogs are getting ready to play in the NCAA championship game. Every Hoosier is hysterical about this except me. So in honor of the Bulldogs … what is your favorite breed of dog? (I tried.)
Mutt! Seriously! I think mutts make the best pets. I have three of them, so I should know!
4. If you had to move to a state besides the one you currently live in, where would you move?
Hawaii. Beautiful scenery and amazing sunsets! I’d love to be on vacation every day!
5. If you could change anything about the way you were raised, what would it be?
I thought about this question all day. If you’re a parent, you can’t help but compare the way you were raised to the way you are raising your own children. So, this is a hard question for me…very painful. My mom did not know how to parent very well. She was inconsistent…strict about stuff she didn’t need to be and lax about stuff I would never in a million years be lax about. I once got grounded for an entire year because I stayed at a friend’s house too long after sleeping over. No sleepovers for an entire year. She kept her word on this. I also lost a birthday party one year because I had chewed my nails. My mom had been trying to break me of the habit. Yet, I knew how to worm my way out of “instant groundings,” like, “You can’t go to the football game tonight.” Ugh.
Ultimately, I couldn’t pick one thing. It was a smorgasbord of things. But, you don’t get do-overs. I am extremely thankful that God put a hedge around me and protected me during those years. I could have easily strayed in the wrong direction.
6. Who’s the funniest person you know?
Ms. G, the school’s receptionist. She is responsible for scheduling subs, along with a host of other tasks. She always has a smile on her face, and she has the best sense of humor. Her laugh is unique and contagious. I adore her because, most of all, she doesn’t take herself too seriously.
7. Did you get enough sleep last night?
Did you read my previous post about being up until 2am playing Mystery Case Files? No, I did not get enough sleep! It’s my own fault too!
8. What’s the first thing you thought about this morning?
Getting ready to shop at Target. I knew some deals awaited me, and I needed to get my coupons ready!
9. Grilled or Fried? –HONESTLY
Grilled. I do not like the taste of grease, so I’ll take grilled over fried every time.
10. Are you afraid of the dark?
Nope, unless I’ve been watching a scary movie, which is rare because I tend to have dreams where I’m the one being chased. Do you remember the Nightmare on Elm Street movies? I watched one when I was a teenager and did not sleep well for weeks. Seriously. I slept with the lights on and would only allow myself to sleep in spurts. AuburnChick doesn’t do scary movies.
11.When you were a kid, what did you want to be when you grew up?
Lots of things…teacher, school psychologist (they call them guidance counselors now), accountant (that was before I had to try word problems).
12. If you had one word to describe yourself , what would you choose?
Tenacious. When I set my mind to do something, there’s not a whole lot that’s going to stop me. I am usually very determined to be the best at whatever I try as well. Hence, my return and graduation from college as an adult, my straight A’s when I went back to school, and my steely resolve to secure a teaching position.
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Cute puppies! Didn’t think about Hawaii when I was thinking about states….love seasons, tho….can I summer in Colorado and winter in Hawaii? LOL!
I love your answer on #1- simple but SO TRUE! I also agree on Mutts. They make great pets!!
Oh, what great answers, so enjoyed stopping by! Love the doggies too, cute pictures. Blessings to you for a great remainder of the week!
It’s so important to have someone with a sense of humor in the office, isn’t it? Both of my schools have ladies who are really funny! And the mutts! I said that as one of my choices…I couldn’t pick just one!
Amazing how we understand our parents’ limitations better as we age, isn’t it? Mine were far from perfect, but I think they did the best they knew how in the circumstances. And yeah, thank you God for protection!
Great mutts!
Now you’ve got me craving a blizzard. It’s quite a drive to DQ from here which is probably a good thing!
We had a mutt for 15 years -she was a wonderful dog.
Have a nice day!
Great answers–I can relate to almost all of them!
LOVED your answers. Your dogs have the sweetest faces. You can just see “love” in their expressions. You put so much thought into #5. I know it was tough, but it really gave me something to think about as I parent. I am sorry that you experienced that kind of inconsistency, but look how wise you are now. This answer shows others that you can learn from hurt and disappointment and not be bitter, so thank you. And I don’t do “scary,” either! Thanks for playing.
Great list! Tenacious – that’s a good one.
I loved your answers, especially about how God put the hedge around you and protected you…that’s how I feel, too. Kudos to you for going back to school and following your ambitions! I love your “mutts”, too. You are right, they make the best pets! Have a great day! Kathy
Cute dogs!
I like tenacious, my pastor’s wife once told me I had the gift of tenacity. I think she just meant I’m really good at being stubborn.
Great answers!!
Your mutts are cute! Loved you answers! Tenacious – that’s a good one.
Loved your answers (especially #5, my mom was also very lax when she should have been strict, and strict when there should have been grace) and I don’t do scary movies either 🙂
love your mutt pictures too cute!!!
great answers
What fun answers! Tenacious, that is a nice way to say stubborn huh? I will have to remember that. lol Glad you followed your dreams! Thanks for sharing.
until next time… nel
Love all your answers! By the way now I am craving a blizzard! Thanks for sharing and I love your blog!
I am right there with ya on hawaii! Love your puppies – very cute!
Your dogs are so cute!
I don’t do scary movies either. Enjoyed reading through your answers.
I don’t do scary movies either and I am so with you on moving to Hawaii 🙂 Your puppies are cute.
Your doggies are so cute.
Nightmare on Elm Street – I’ve watched it since and it seems quite lame, but when I was younger it terrified me, made me too scared to sleep.
“my steely resolve to secure a teaching position” I love that.
No scary movies for 2Thinks either- no way.
I’m thankful for God’s hedge of protection around you, too.
As for Hawaii, I’d love to go. Thanks for visiting my blog yesterday!