Wednesday, May 15, 2013

Wednesday Hodgepodge - 5/15


1. May is National Blood Pressure Month...what sends yours soaring, either literally or figuratively? What calms you down? When did you last have your bp checked?

I used to be a lot easier to get riled up than I am now.  But if you say something negative about my family, particularly my sister, it's on.  What calms me down these days is spending time with the Divine Miss M, my niece, or having a glass of wine.  I probably last had my bp checked when I went to the doctor for a sinus infection in the fall.


2. You just found $1-what do you spend it on? How about 10$ 100?


One dollar - a sweet tea from the convenience store
Ten dollars - a DVD of some movie only I would love
One hundred dollars - right now, I would totally spend it on my bathroom renovation that I keep trying to start.


3. Mandatory labeling of genetically engineered (GE) food has been proposed, but not enacted in the US. How much attention do you give food labels before you buy? Are you in favor of labeling if it means an increase in food prices? Is this an issue you've been following and feel strongly about, or is this the first you've heard of the controversy?


I've heard of the controversy, but I am probably not as educated as I should be on the subject.  We used to talk about it a lot in a science class I had in college.  I do try to pay attention to what I eat, but that doesn't always stop me from eating things that they tell us we aren't supposed to.  I hoping to really take advantage of some of the local farmer's markets this summer, and I know that they label their products according to the process used to raise them.


4. May 15th marks the birthdate of Frank Baum, author of The Wizard of Oz. At this point in time, are you more in need of brains, courage, heart, or a trip back home? Explain.


I think I am currently in need of a little courage.  


5. "There's no place like home" is an oft repeated line from Baum's book. When was the last time you felt the truth of that statement?

I'm lucky that I live in the same region in which I was raised.  I think I feel that way the most when I've been on an extended trip (NYC comes to mind).  I'm always glad to go somewhere, but it's so nice to get back to the people and place that are familiar too.



6.  Steak...yes please or no thank you? What cut do you prefer and how do you like yours cooked? Sauce or no sauce? Besides your own kitchen, where's a place you like to go to get a great steak? 


Yes, please!  I'm not terribly picky about the cut, usually the sirloin or filet.  I like it well or medium-well, depending on who is cooking.  I don't want it blackened, but I also don't want it too pink.  I love A1 on my steak.  I like the steaks at Outback or Longhorn, I rarely go anywhere fancy to get them.


7. When was the last time you were in a genuine hurry?


I feel like I am in a hurry all time, but I was in a genuine one just last night, when I was trying to book it between my second job and 8th grade graduation!  It was a little crazy, but I got it all done!


8.  Insert your own random thought here.


Grades are turned in.  My room is almost completely packed.  Come Friday, summer is officially here.  Of course, I have lots of plans for my "time off," most of which include planning for next school year.  But don't worry, I have some fun scheduled, too!  And lots of blogging!

14 comments:

  1. I wish I had a summer holiday off like you! Enjoy lovely xx

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    1. It is nice. I always say that they have to give us the summer, because we have to forget enough to want to go back again. ha!

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  2. Enjoy your summer break! Well deserved!

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    1. Thanks, Marla! I am certainly looking forward to it!

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  3. I love the farmer's markets and farm stands around here. I stop almost daily in the summer and grab whatever vegetable looks good. I'm hoping to pick strawberries this year too. I missed it last year, but went the year before and we all loved having fresh berries and jam in the freezer. Hope your summer is filled with rest, relaxation, and all that you need and are hoping for!

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    1. Apparently, there's a pretty big one near me on Saturdays. I am looking forward to having a chance to check it out.

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  4. I love both Outback and Longhorn steaks. Hope you enjoy your summer! : )

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  5. Enjoy your summer break-I still have until May 31st before mine starts. Outback a good choice of places to go and eat steak.

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    1. We start early, but getting out in May rocks! Now I'm craving steak, too. Wishing you a great last couple of weeks!

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  6. Have a great summer. It starts early for you! I think kids around here go until the first part of June. They have recently adopted a balanced schedule, so they have a short summer. Hope your Wednesday is a good one!

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    1. We start mid-August and end mid-May. However, to do that, we don't really take a spring break. I'm fascinated by the idea of balanced schedules. I'd be interested to hear what teachers who work on those schedules think about both student achievement and teacher burnout. Thanks for stopping by!

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  7. I just found out that over the school holidays, I'm going to have weekly assignments for my new course I just started today. Usually school hols are the best time for me to take off work...so now very jealous of your school holiday time! But I think you deserve it after the busy term you've had!!

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  8. My daughter is a teacher, here in the Great Northeast, so she's got a little ways to go yet. Summer vacation here doesn't start till at least mid June or so. But congrats to you; and knowing how hard teachers work, my best wishes to you that you have a wonderful, relaxing, enjoyable summer break!... Nice meeting you today, via Wednesday Hodgepodge! ~tina

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