Welcome to Sunday Stealing - hosted by Bev Sykes.
Thanks for the questions each week Bev!!
I am a bit late! I have been working on school stuff and playing/moderating a server!
1. What are your plans for January? Well, I finally had my first doctor's appointment in 84 years LOL! I actually teared up when they drew blood. Yeah, I know. It's not exactly the needle that hurts, but the flashbacks and memories it drags back to the surface. Memories of car accidents, flashing lights, hospitals, and surgeries. Things I would rather not remember. So, plans for this month - X-rays and follow-up visits with my doctor; starting a new workout regime with Blogilates. I am hoping that I can follow the beginner videos and since its low impact, less likely to injure myself further.
2. What do you want to see happen in 2021? I would love to just pack up and move right now! I know it is going to take some time, but I don't want to wait. I am ready to go. 3. What would you give a 5 star rating? Excellent customer service and amazing food. Above and beyond - no exceptions. 4. Do you have writing goals for 2021? Nope. I am by no means a writer. I don't even write reviews. I am the typical person with an awesome story in my head, but the minute I look at a blank screen or blank paper, poof - gone. 5. How do you feel about memoirs? That all depends on who the memoir is about. 6. If you could join any musical group who would you choose? Yeah, no that would never happen. I am definitely not musically talented. 7. What are your favorite genres across all media? Books? Mostly Historical romance/fiction that has to do with the Dark Ages and Medieval eras, but I will read whatever grabs my attention these days. Music? No favorite genre here.
8. What candle scents are your favorite? Cinnamon Apple Spice! 9. How well can you mimic other accents or voices? LOL. I tend to have a Texas "twang", so not very well. 😁 10. What books are on your TBR list in 2021? I don't really follow a TBR list, but I do have a few books downloaded to my Kindle app. I miss being able to hold and read books, turning pages. My hand fall asleep way too quickly these days. 11. When do you decide it’s time to upgrade/buy something new? When it is outdated and just doesn't appeal to me anymore. We actually just bought a new media center, side tables, a new bookshelf, and coffee table for our den. It is great to have a place for our gaming consoles now!!! 12. Why is your favorite color your favorite color? Honestly, I just like orange. 13. Who understands you the best? My husband. 💕 14. Do you write letters? Not really. I wrote my kids a short letter from teacher at the starting of their high school years. My daughter is graduating a year early this year and I have already been working on her little letter for end of year. This is my last year to homeschool and It's kind of bittersweet. 15. How do you keep going when times are hard? By keeping my head up, and both feet moving.
Welcome to Sunday Stealing - hosted by Bev Sykes.
End of Year
First things first, did you have a good year? It was so-so. My hubby's approval for SSDI, and finally after eight months, our JPS Connections kicked in.
What was your favorite article of clothing this year? What I wear on a daily basis. Jeans, gaming T-shirts, and my running shoes or Converse. 😁
What song sums up this year for you? Not really that into music to be able to pinpoint a song that would sum up this year. LOL!
What was your favorite movie of the year? Not big into movies to list any new ones as a favorite.
Did an actor/actress catch your attention for the first time this year? Hollywood has really been a turn of for me. They need to stay out of the political arena and focus on making movies and entertaining us. Entertainment is supposed to be our "getaway" from the real world. I never go to movie theaters anymore and they are overpriced. I would rather stay at home and watch my own TV and make popcorn over the stove-top.
Favorite new TV show? No favorites. I am anxiously awaiting the next season of The Last Kingdom and so sad that the last season of Vikings is here. Hoping beyond hope they have not canceled Anne With an E and ecstaticly happy that Cobra Kai season 3 has arrived!!!
Did you make any big permanent changes this year? Nope.
What was one nice thing you did for yourself? Yeah, this doesn't happen much, but I have kept my Kindle Unlimited activated. I always spend on my hubby and kids.
Did you develop a new obsession? Actually, yes. I am definitely more aware of the people around me and I tend to observe and watch way more than I used to.
Did you move? No, and I don't see that happening anytime soon.
Did you get a pet? No. We still have two crazy hairballs and one looney doggo! I sure do miss our GS though.
Do you regret not doing anything? Nope.
Do you regret doing something? This year, no. During my lifetime? Oh yeah.
Did anyone/thing make you so mad it stayed with you for days? Lots of people anger me these days. LOL! But we won't talk about that.
Did you lose anyone close to you? No, but I know of several that did. 😌
Who was important to you this year but wasn’t important last year? Yeah, this hasn't changed. LOL!
Who wasn’t as important to you this year as they were last year? Same as above question.
What was the best moment of the year for you? My husband getting that acceptance letter.
What was the worst? Having to resign my Coordinator position because of my foot.😥
What have you learned about yourself this year that you didn’t know in the years prior? That I can really just let people go that didn't want to be around.
What do you wish for others for the coming year? Happiness, Health, and the ability to empathize!!
What do you wish for yourself? I am ready for a HUGE change!!
Updated: Aug 21, 2022
Welcome to Sunday Stealing - hosted by Bev Sykes.
For those that celebrate Christmas part 2
Star or Angel? Bow. White Lights or Colored Lights? Usually multi-colored. Blinking Lights or Still Lights? We have ours set to a very slow twinkle. My husband cannot handle any type of blinking or flashing lights due to his TBI. When do you open your gifts? Between 9am and 11am. Christmas morning. 🎁 Do you buy gifts for your pet? Yep. Doggo got a new rope toy with a tennis ball and the hairballs got little catnip mice toys. Be honest: What's the worst gift you've ever gotten? Nope. No such thing, even if you do not like the gift that is given. Have you ever traveled for the holiday? Not really. The closest we have gotten to holiday travel was when we went down to Galveston for Dickens on the Strand for two weeks at the end of November and into the first week of December. Did you see Santa as a child? My mom always took me to see Santa. 🎅 Sadly, I did not follow this tradition with our kids. The first time we took our son, I thought Santa was going to have a heart attack. It was that bad. Our daughter having Autism really hasn't been a good fit either, so we chose to view Santa from a distance all these years.
Can you name all the reindeer? Absolutely!! Dasher, Dancer, Prancer, Vixen, Comet, Cupid, Donner, Blitzen, and Rudolph! Have you ever gone caroling? Yes. It has been a few years though. The last time was when I was Co-leader of our GS troop. Our girls went to a local nursing facility and sang for the residents and made Christmas cards. Do you drive around and look at the Christmas lights? Every year on Christmas Eve (or the day before) - it's a tradition. LOL. We grabbed Sonic this year and took off to some of our favorite spots - like Luther Lake.
Have you ever left Santa cookies? Santa has cookies and milk set out for him every year, as well as a carrot snack for the reindeer. This year Santa got homemade Rice Krispie treats, too! 🍪🥕 Have you ever had a white Christmas? Um, Texas is not not really known for a White Christmas. In fact, I believe the last time we had an actual White Christmas on Christmas Day was in 2009. Have you ever made a gingerbread house from scratch? From a kit? Both, and neither turned out like they should have. LOL! 😄 Be honest: Do you think the season is too commercial? Oh yes! When you have to start advertising in October for Christmas, it's for money - period. Imagine you were going to create the quintessential holiday soundtrack -- which song(s) absolutely must be included? All the Christmas classics! What are your Christmas pet peeves? Can we just celebrate Halloween and Thanksgiving BEFORE any Christmas stuff starts getting put out?? So commercialized!!!
