Showing posts with label Thursday Thirteen. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Thursday Thirteen. Show all posts
Thursday, April 16, 2009
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This weeks prompt:
13 Things I loved About My Wedding
It just so happens that today is my 21rst anniversary. I already posted a wedding picture of my husband and I on my Take Me back Tuesday post. Scroll down the page to have a look see.
1. The groom showed up. This is important.
2. My dress. It freaks me out now. But back then, I was Cinderella.
3. My mom. She and I spent an entire year planning the big event. I could not have done it with out her. She isn't just my mom. She is my rock, my friend.
4. My sister. Not yet a teenager. She was so excited to be a part of everything. Too old to be a flower girl, I made her a junior bridesmaid. To this day I regret not having her as my maid of honor.She grew up to be my best friend.
Then again, she fainted during the ceremony.
( thankfully I did not see it)
5. Dancing with my dad. We danced to "Never Be One" by Alabama.
I cannot hear that song without crying.
6. The bridesmaid dresses. You know. The ones you can wear again.
If they ever do a remake of Gone with the wind.
7. My husband. Trying to leave the reception 1 & 1/2 hour into it. He was determined to get to the hotel. "Hey honey, lets eat and leave. "
FYI-He still is like that.
8. Ava Maria- Sung by a man, with the voice of an angel.
On this day, a good memory.
9. Pantyhose- My pretty white ones ended up being meant for toddlers.
My gal pal gave me hers. That's what friends are for.
10. My father-in-law- He wore a tux. Briefly. He changed into a flannel shirt. Yet, he did manage to give me a twirl on the dance floor. Which is a big deal.
11. The single gals/guys- Who knew the value of one bouquet/garter?
Watching desperate people fly through the air was hilarious.
If only there had been mud, now that would have been spectacular.
12. The food. The drinks. The music. We had it all. One big open buffet.
No one had to wait to eat, drink and be merry.
13. My friends and my family. Everyone was there. All captured in pictures. More importantly on video. Many of them of them left a special wish to the Coach and I. Some of them are no longer with us. I wish that they were. Especially our grandparents, my wonderful father and beloved sister.
Yet I am grateful for their love and messages that they left us.
For their wishes will last a lifetime.
Thursday, March 26, 2009
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13 Things I Have Searched For this Past week
Help! Has anyone seen my car keys? I know that I put them in my purse, I mean the desk, the table or that thing on the wall with the hook on it. Where are they? And who forgot to turn the coffeemaker on? Oh, there they are. Underneath all the papers by my computer. Which reminds me. Where the heck are you BoBo? As soon as I get back we are having a serious chat. Just because you get a girlfriend does not mean one can shirk your responsibilities. Especially when one of them is your MOTHER. Need I remind you that I labored for 23 hours with you, my son? Followed by a c-section? Even though I was sick as a dog and could barely walk, I was there every day for you while you were in the NICU. Therefore, you owe me. Now get home and help me with my computer issues as you promised. Some of us have important things to do, like BLOG. Also tell your little Sweetpea thanks for the Starbucks coffee. She knows how to pick out a great birthday present. Speaking of presents. There is a gift card floating around here somewhere. Please tell me it did not go in the trash with the tissue paper. We already know that
Daddy aka Coach has misplaced my library card. Even though he swears he put it back in my purse after he picked up my last set of books. He can swear all he wants. I may lose my car keys, but never the card to kingdom of knowledge. It is quite possible that he has hidden my sweatpants as well. Well too bad so sad. If he thinks that will make me change into something a little more sexy at bedtime he can just forget it. I can wear my Kermit pajamas every night. Or a t-shirt and his sweatpants. Which I currently have on as I type this. It's a good thing too. Spaghetti straps and silk are not conducive when on the hunt for an elusive cat named Scrappy.
Twice now he has gotten out and gone on the hunt. It is no fun searching in the woods at midnight. It helps if one has a flashlight and batteries. I cannot begin to tell you how many we have and yet not one can seem to found when you desperately need it. Nothing like 20 minutes of your time wasted on searching for something you already have. Which reminds me.
About my ringback tones. I paid for them. So why can't my friends enjoy the sounds of Train,
Pink Floyd and Doctors and The Medics while they are waiting to hear my lovely voice? And how long do I have to wait to hear the voice of a live customer service representative from my cell phone provider?The longer I wait, the older I get. I looked in the mirror and realized that someone had stolen my young,hot body and replaced it with someone else's frumpy one. This will not do. Does anyone have directions to the fountain of youth? My high school reunion is coming up. It would be nice if I looked good. It would be better if I looked like Kate Beckinsale. I have researched digital cameras. So far I haven't found one that makes me look 10 years younger,slimmer or better in all the right places. So why spend the money? Anyway it's cheaper and more fun to fantasize and never leave my chair. I search for clues in a place some people call purgatory but I call Heaven. I get LOST every week with Sawyer and Sayid. They are hot.
I am pretty sure that they feel the same way about me. There are these little things floating before my eyes. This must mean I am psychic. Which means my intuition is correct. The boys on my show want me. The Coach says nada. He reminded me that not only do I have a blocked tear duct, but that the optometrist said that women of my age start to have vision problems. Needless to say I had to look up doctor's number to fix the tear duct. It is bothering me. I have an appointment this afternoon. Also if my dear Coach or the good Doc makes mention of my age again, I will tell them:
Daddy aka Coach has misplaced my library card. Even though he swears he put it back in my purse after he picked up my last set of books. He can swear all he wants. I may lose my car keys, but never the card to kingdom of knowledge. It is quite possible that he has hidden my sweatpants as well. Well too bad so sad. If he thinks that will make me change into something a little more sexy at bedtime he can just forget it. I can wear my Kermit pajamas every night. Or a t-shirt and his sweatpants. Which I currently have on as I type this. It's a good thing too. Spaghetti straps and silk are not conducive when on the hunt for an elusive cat named Scrappy.
Twice now he has gotten out and gone on the hunt. It is no fun searching in the woods at midnight. It helps if one has a flashlight and batteries. I cannot begin to tell you how many we have and yet not one can seem to found when you desperately need it. Nothing like 20 minutes of your time wasted on searching for something you already have. Which reminds me.
About my ringback tones. I paid for them. So why can't my friends enjoy the sounds of Train,
Pink Floyd and Doctors and The Medics while they are waiting to hear my lovely voice? And how long do I have to wait to hear the voice of a live customer service representative from my cell phone provider?The longer I wait, the older I get. I looked in the mirror and realized that someone had stolen my young,hot body and replaced it with someone else's frumpy one. This will not do. Does anyone have directions to the fountain of youth? My high school reunion is coming up. It would be nice if I looked good. It would be better if I looked like Kate Beckinsale. I have researched digital cameras. So far I haven't found one that makes me look 10 years younger,slimmer or better in all the right places. So why spend the money? Anyway it's cheaper and more fun to fantasize and never leave my chair. I search for clues in a place some people call purgatory but I call Heaven. I get LOST every week with Sawyer and Sayid. They are hot.
I am pretty sure that they feel the same way about me. There are these little things floating before my eyes. This must mean I am psychic. Which means my intuition is correct. The boys on my show want me. The Coach says nada. He reminded me that not only do I have a blocked tear duct, but that the optometrist said that women of my age start to have vision problems. Needless to say I had to look up doctor's number to fix the tear duct. It is bothering me. I have an appointment this afternoon. Also if my dear Coach or the good Doc makes mention of my age again, I will tell them:
I See Dead People
and mean it. Don't mess with my psychic abilities or my fantasies.Thursday, March 12, 2009
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thursday-13
Do you like to cook? I do not.
If it is not easy to make or can not be made in a crock pot, I want no part of it.
Here is a list of thirteen places I plan visiting more often
when my children leave the nest.
1. Red Lobster
http://www.redlobster.com/
Florida has many great seafood places. Yet why spend too much money on
6 shrimp and a cup of coleslaw when you can get the Admirals Feast?
I could live on their cheddar biscuits alone.
2. Cracker Barrel
http://www.crackerbarrel.com/
Three words: Hash Brown Casserole
3.Hooters
Yes, it's true. I used to be to a Hooters girl. Well not really. But,I could have been.
They only give their t-shirts out to the really HOT women.
Which reminds me. I like my wings and my shrimp that way.
4.Outback Steakhouse
http://www.outback.com/
Who cares how many calories is in that bloomin' onion?
I am going to order one every time along with a big fat juicy steak.
5.Perkins
http://www.perkinsrestaurants.com/
There is an innocent and enjoyable way to be a traitor.
With country Eggs Benedict.
Their blueberry muffins are also delicious.
6. Sweet Tomatoes
http://www.sweettomatoes.com/
Why does Soup & Salad always taste so much better somewhere else?
7. El Adobe
This is the best Mexican place in SRQ.
Their homemade tortilla chips are out of this world.
8. Panera Bread
http://www.panerabread.com/
Bagels, sandwiches, muffins and salads.
There is always something to suit my mood and my appetite.
9. Demetrios Italian Restaurant
http://www.demetriospizzeria.com/
The best pizza in SRQ. Period.
10. Rafains-
http://www.rafain.com/
I have been there once. Handsome men called Gauchos
served me tremendous amounts of freshly grilled meat.
This is an Adkins lovers dream.
How will I get there? who knows? But I am going back.
11. Olive Garden
http://www.olivegarden.com/default_f.asp
Get an extra side of Alfredo sauce and start dipping those bread sticks.
12. Bern's Steakhouse
http://www.bernssteakhouse.com/
I have been waiting over 10 years to go back to this magical place.
If it comes down to it I will walk there. This isn't just a restaurant.
It is a dining experience that you will never forget.
13. Mom aka Mema
No one can ever cook as good as my Momma.
She better move now and leave no forwarding address.
Otherwise, guess who will be stopping by for dinner?
thursday-13
Do you like to cook? I do not.
If it is not easy to make or can not be made in a crock pot, I want no part of it.
Here is a list of thirteen places I plan visiting more often
when my children leave the nest.
1. Red Lobster
http://www.redlobster.com/
Florida has many great seafood places. Yet why spend too much money on
6 shrimp and a cup of coleslaw when you can get the Admirals Feast?
I could live on their cheddar biscuits alone.
2. Cracker Barrel
http://www.crackerbarrel.com/
Three words: Hash Brown Casserole
3.Hooters
Yes, it's true. I used to be to a Hooters girl. Well not really. But,I could have been.
They only give their t-shirts out to the really HOT women.
Which reminds me. I like my wings and my shrimp that way.
4.Outback Steakhouse
http://www.outback.com/
Who cares how many calories is in that bloomin' onion?
I am going to order one every time along with a big fat juicy steak.
5.Perkins
http://www.perkinsrestaurants.com/
There is an innocent and enjoyable way to be a traitor.
With country Eggs Benedict.
Their blueberry muffins are also delicious.
6. Sweet Tomatoes
http://www.sweettomatoes.com/
Why does Soup & Salad always taste so much better somewhere else?
7. El Adobe
This is the best Mexican place in SRQ.
Their homemade tortilla chips are out of this world.
8. Panera Bread
http://www.panerabread.com/
Bagels, sandwiches, muffins and salads.
There is always something to suit my mood and my appetite.
9. Demetrios Italian Restaurant
http://www.demetriospizzeria.com/
The best pizza in SRQ. Period.
10. Rafains-
http://www.rafain.com/
I have been there once. Handsome men called Gauchos
served me tremendous amounts of freshly grilled meat.
This is an Adkins lovers dream.
How will I get there? who knows? But I am going back.
11. Olive Garden
http://www.olivegarden.com/default_f.asp
Get an extra side of Alfredo sauce and start dipping those bread sticks.
12. Bern's Steakhouse
http://www.bernssteakhouse.com/
I have been waiting over 10 years to go back to this magical place.
If it comes down to it I will walk there. This isn't just a restaurant.
It is a dining experience that you will never forget.
13. Mom aka Mema
No one can ever cook as good as my Momma.
She better move now and leave no forwarding address.
Otherwise, guess who will be stopping by for dinner?
Thursday, March 5, 2009
thursday-13
Sticks and Stones may break my bones but names will never hurt me.
You know me as Lissa. Others call me Lisa, Leesee, li-li and my newest fave Lissy
Here are a few nicknames of my past and present.
1. Dinky
Given to me by my Dad on the day I was born.
At 6lbs 5oz I was the smallest bundle of joy he had ever seen.
2. Sissy Boo
My little brother wanted me to get off my mom's lap and couldn't say move.
I am still called Sissy Boo to this day
3. Mrs. Osmond
As in Donny.This one I chose for myself.
During pretend time with my little friends.
4. Pole Bean
Thanks Kenny. You call Candy "Legs" and I got nothing. Obviously.
Makes a girl in 6th grade feel so good.
5. Flat-Chested Woman
Thanks to Todd for writing this in my yearbook.
I would dream of you dedicating the touchdowns you made on the field every week to me.
You said it was too bad that I didn't have anything to fill my bra or you would go out with me.
Well it is too bad about that tire you swallowed.
You were not looking so good the last time I saw you.
Tell your brother Kenny I said hello.
6. Beep-Beep
Suzie was Toot-Toot. We liked Donna Summer.
We thought we were hot in high heels in Jr High.
We were not. Okay, she was.
7. Olive
As in Popeye the cartoon.
Nothing like 16 year old "frenemies" to make you feel
good in your bathing suit on the beach.
8. Peaches
He was my high school sweetheart.
He brought me peach roses and promised me the world.
He probably does not even remember this, but I do.
9. Material Girl
I admit it. I dressed like Madonna and I liked it.
10. Big B
Currently inscribed on my bowling ball. Is it my bowling average? (130)
The fact that at one time I said I was a BBW (Big Beautiful Woman)
My breasts?(long gone with the weight loss) or a diva attitude?
Who knows? But I'm keeping it.
11. MiMi Li
My kids' friends call me this.
Prevention is also the cure for the future.
I have informed my children that I am far to vain to ever be called granny.
They are now thinking about Granny Li.
12. Mom/Mommy
By far my favorite.
Except when I am in the bathroom or on the phone.
13. Eye Candy
Did I ever tell you that my husband needs glasses?
Oh how I love that man!
Sticks and Stones may break my bones but names will never hurt me.
You know me as Lissa. Others call me Lisa, Leesee, li-li and my newest fave Lissy
Here are a few nicknames of my past and present.
1. Dinky
Given to me by my Dad on the day I was born.
At 6lbs 5oz I was the smallest bundle of joy he had ever seen.
2. Sissy Boo
My little brother wanted me to get off my mom's lap and couldn't say move.
I am still called Sissy Boo to this day
3. Mrs. Osmond
As in Donny.This one I chose for myself.
During pretend time with my little friends.
4. Pole Bean
Thanks Kenny. You call Candy "Legs" and I got nothing. Obviously.
Makes a girl in 6th grade feel so good.
5. Flat-Chested Woman
Thanks to Todd for writing this in my yearbook.
I would dream of you dedicating the touchdowns you made on the field every week to me.
You said it was too bad that I didn't have anything to fill my bra or you would go out with me.
Well it is too bad about that tire you swallowed.
You were not looking so good the last time I saw you.
Tell your brother Kenny I said hello.
6. Beep-Beep
Suzie was Toot-Toot. We liked Donna Summer.
We thought we were hot in high heels in Jr High.
We were not. Okay, she was.
7. Olive
As in Popeye the cartoon.
Nothing like 16 year old "frenemies" to make you feel
good in your bathing suit on the beach.
8. Peaches
He was my high school sweetheart.
He brought me peach roses and promised me the world.
He probably does not even remember this, but I do.
9. Material Girl
I admit it. I dressed like Madonna and I liked it.
10. Big B
Currently inscribed on my bowling ball. Is it my bowling average? (130)
The fact that at one time I said I was a BBW (Big Beautiful Woman)
My breasts?(long gone with the weight loss) or a diva attitude?
Who knows? But I'm keeping it.
11. MiMi Li
My kids' friends call me this.
Prevention is also the cure for the future.
I have informed my children that I am far to vain to ever be called granny.
They are now thinking about Granny Li.
12. Mom/Mommy
By far my favorite.
Except when I am in the bathroom or on the phone.
13. Eye Candy
Did I ever tell you that my husband needs glasses?
Oh how I love that man!
Thursday, February 26, 2009
thursday-13
This week it's all about 90%
1. Tampa Bay Buccaneer Fans are loyal. However we can only take so much. After being "punked" yet again by the Glazer Family yesterday, with no Ashton Kutcher in sight, I fear that there could be a mutiny. A good 10% may jump ship leaving only 90%.
This number could be reversed in upcoming weeks-stay tuned.
2. Fashion shows are for celebrities. So save the trees and stop wasting our time showing us pictures upon pictures in magazines of models wearing dresses that the average woman will never fit into, wouldn't wear if they could and can't afford to buy even if they wanted to.
If I can figure out that 90% of your subscribers are real women why can't you?
3. Is your child in the top 90% when it come to the growth percantile? Well be sure to get a letter from you doctor so you can show the world. Take it home, laminate it. Add a couple bucks and buy a frame for it.However be forewarned. No one really cares as much as you do.We just want your child to be happy and healthy. Of course if your kid has a BMI of 90, we definitely will be talking about it.
4. Are you smarter than the average bear? Well now thanks to the internet you can take a free IQ test online. I did not believe that one test could truly tell how smart you are. Now I know the truth. I am a STONE-COLD GENIUS and smarter than 90% of the population. My results will be laminated and framed.
Of course these results will have no bearing on my daily life.
5. 90% of this week has been spent in my pajamas. I've been tired, bored, somewhat achy but definitely comfortable.
6. I have no idea what percentage of people do not eat breakfast, however 90% of the time I can count on the question"What's for supper" being asked, before breakfast is finished. This is annoying.
7. Car keys. Yes I have more than 1 set. ALso have a key holder on the wall. Yet 90% of most mornings I frantically search for them.
8.The truth. I will give you the truth 90% of the time. However I reserve the right to fib in regards to weight, age, dress size and to lie by distracting or omission. If you got an awful haircut that is not going to grow back in 3 years, you bet I am going to try to find something wonderful about it or work my way around it.
9. Evidently when you are arguing with someone they don't hear 90% of what you have to say.
I believe this is true. My husband never remembers anything. I have to constantly remind him that
I AM RIGHT and he is NOT.
10. If I had only listened to my parents, instead of my peers, 90% of my middle school years would have been so much easier.
11. The reason people can't stand cliches is because 90% are true.
Just ask the nice guy that always finishes last.
12. My son dislikes school so much that 90% of the time he is counting down the days until the weekend. Pretty much every morning he gets into the car and says " only __ more days"
Upon exiting the car he says" See you in the p.m."
13. 90% of people I know did not have advantages growing up that I did. It saddens me that my friends, neighbors and people in general did not receive what every child should.
I was raised in a wonderful, loving, family.
That's it for this weeks TT & 90%. See you next week :)
This week it's all about 90%
1. Tampa Bay Buccaneer Fans are loyal. However we can only take so much. After being "punked" yet again by the Glazer Family yesterday, with no Ashton Kutcher in sight, I fear that there could be a mutiny. A good 10% may jump ship leaving only 90%.
This number could be reversed in upcoming weeks-stay tuned.
2. Fashion shows are for celebrities. So save the trees and stop wasting our time showing us pictures upon pictures in magazines of models wearing dresses that the average woman will never fit into, wouldn't wear if they could and can't afford to buy even if they wanted to.
If I can figure out that 90% of your subscribers are real women why can't you?
3. Is your child in the top 90% when it come to the growth percantile? Well be sure to get a letter from you doctor so you can show the world. Take it home, laminate it. Add a couple bucks and buy a frame for it.However be forewarned. No one really cares as much as you do.We just want your child to be happy and healthy. Of course if your kid has a BMI of 90, we definitely will be talking about it.
4. Are you smarter than the average bear? Well now thanks to the internet you can take a free IQ test online. I did not believe that one test could truly tell how smart you are. Now I know the truth. I am a STONE-COLD GENIUS and smarter than 90% of the population. My results will be laminated and framed.
Of course these results will have no bearing on my daily life.
5. 90% of this week has been spent in my pajamas. I've been tired, bored, somewhat achy but definitely comfortable.
6. I have no idea what percentage of people do not eat breakfast, however 90% of the time I can count on the question"What's for supper" being asked, before breakfast is finished. This is annoying.
7. Car keys. Yes I have more than 1 set. ALso have a key holder on the wall. Yet 90% of most mornings I frantically search for them.
8.The truth. I will give you the truth 90% of the time. However I reserve the right to fib in regards to weight, age, dress size and to lie by distracting or omission. If you got an awful haircut that is not going to grow back in 3 years, you bet I am going to try to find something wonderful about it or work my way around it.
9. Evidently when you are arguing with someone they don't hear 90% of what you have to say.
I believe this is true. My husband never remembers anything. I have to constantly remind him that
I AM RIGHT and he is NOT.
10. If I had only listened to my parents, instead of my peers, 90% of my middle school years would have been so much easier.
11. The reason people can't stand cliches is because 90% are true.
Just ask the nice guy that always finishes last.
12. My son dislikes school so much that 90% of the time he is counting down the days until the weekend. Pretty much every morning he gets into the car and says " only __ more days"
Upon exiting the car he says" See you in the p.m."
13. 90% of people I know did not have advantages growing up that I did. It saddens me that my friends, neighbors and people in general did not receive what every child should.
I was raised in a wonderful, loving, family.
That's it for this weeks TT & 90%. See you next week :)
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