Chicken Farmer?

The idea is to pick 5 (see list at bottom) and complete the sentences, then pass this little meme on to 3 more of your blog peeps!

1. If I could be a farmer, I'd wear my hair in braids and drive the plows and other big stuff. I'd buy lots of John Mellencamp, and Willie Nelson CD's since they support farmers. I would probably have stock in John Deere because it is cool.

2. If I could be a psychologist, I'd listen to people and use my peer helper skills. Because, let's be honest, most people just want to be listened too. In the end, I'd basically tell people to suck it up and quit being a victim. My mantra might be: YOU TEACH PEOPLE HOW TO TREAT YOU. Thank you Dr. Phil.

3. If I could be an architect, I would model myself after Frank Lloyd Wright. I absolutely love his style. I know that sounds cliche, but I love the clean lines and the way he incorporates nature. I would focus on modern homes that use recycled/earth friendly materials.

4. If I could be a chef, I would work at a resort in a beautiful part of the world most likely serving snobs. But, when I wasn't working, I would be enjoying the amenities provided to me for free. I would focus on Southwestern cuisine and probably get my own reality TV show on Bravo.

5. If I could be a missionary I would love to spread the word of salvation by building homes, schools, churches, etc for people of poverty.

The new suckahs:
I'm going to send this to Charlie and Scott and LiLi

Choose your poison...
If I could be a scientist
If I could be a farmer
If I could be a musician
If I could be a doctor
If I could be a painter
If I could be a gardener
If I could be a missionary
If I could be a chef
If I could be an architect
If I could be a linguist
If I could be a psychologist
If I could be a librarian
If I could be an athlete
If I could be a lawyer
If I could be an inn-keeper
If I could be a professor
If I could be a writer
If I could be a llama-rider
If I could be a bonnie pirate
If I could be an astronaut
If I could be a world famous blogger
If I could be a justice on any one court in the world
If I could be married to any current famous political figure

PLEASE STOP THE MADDNESS

IS ANYONE ELSE SICK OF THESE????

What would camping in East Texas be without a native boy in camo overalls choppin' wood?

Camping last weekend at Martin Creek Lake State Park made for great times with friends. This picture is at 8:30 in the morning after Christy had only 2 hours sleep. Not a happy camper.

Dreaming...

I love RV's. I have never owned one, but I've spent a little time in some. Plus, G-Money has a mini RV which is enough to reveal the greatness there is in mobile travel. I found this great picture on the internet that sort of sums up what I'm all about...The Wild West and an Airstream:



I love the idea of this meeting of friends and fam out on the land:



I suppose an Airstream on the beach would be a good way to cap a night:



Nothing says character like an Airstream. Apparently, I don't have much character since I lack an Airstream.

So, I fed Monte Python today. Some kid brought this mouse in for me to use it as prey. I put the snake in the mouse aquarium, and it took about 60 seconds for the snake to POUNCE and constrict like you see here. Um yeah, I jumped and Lisa and I were freaking out.

Kind of disturbing if you notice the feces coming out. I guess it squeezed the ___ out of him.

There go the legs.

What The Hell Is Happening To Me?!

First it was the potted house plants. Next, it was the fabric softener. Then, I sewed curtains. I didn't think I could be any more of a domestic diva. But, tonight, I shocked myself. I did something I've NEVER done.... I baked! I mean I really baked. Not like a cake out of a box or a roll of cookie dough. No, I mean a long receipe with baking sodas and vanilla extracts and flour and more. I made Zucchini Cake!

Since Scott and I are trying to peel off some pounds, I actually made a healthy version with whole wheat flour, groud flax seeds, and Splenda. I know what you are thinking....gross! But alas, it is quite tasty, seriously. I just am amazed that I Martha'd out. I always have made the emphatic statement, "I don't bake. I cook." Then, tonight I just got inspired for some reason.

Next thing you know, I'll be cross-stiching. Somebody stop me.

What a nice loaf. These lovely islanders are welcoming the new zucchini cake to the kitchen. I hope you can taste the cyber-goodness.

Warning: These four women can get into trouble when combined. If you see them together, hide your chairs, beers, and receipts.

Grind

Nothing really has been going on out of the ordinary around here. It seems like I'm just truckin' along on this big old hamster wheel of life. Sometimes I like to get off and sleep in the pine bedding, but then I know it is only a matter of time before I have to get back on the wheel.

I could complain about work, taxes, dishes, laundry, and money; but I like to keep the blog a place of peace and harmony. As a result, I'll try to give you the highlights of this past week:

Monday: Several of us went to the opening day Ranger game at the Ballpark in Arlington. The weather was outstanding and there was lots of good food, but the best part was that we weren't at school...skipping rules!

Wednesday: We celebrated Jason's birthday at Razoo's. He hit the 32 mark in style with lots of friends, appy's, and drinks, not to mention great birthday cards. We stayed late and some random drunk guy on a business trip from North Carolina joined us late and bought us lots of beer. For some reason, he kept singing, "Amarillo By Morning...."

Saturday: Hung out at the Gunter garage sale for a while. (Thanks for the Tiki's!) Then, Scott and I went to spend the morning with Aunt Dianne the visiting cousins, Mary Ann and Suzy. Well, we ended up spending the entire day/night together because after lunch we went to Lone Star Park where Suzy and Dianne won some great bets. What was really cool was afterwards, Charlie Daniels performed. What good times we had. It was great to kick back and talk it up with my cousins that have always lived in another state. I won't go into details here about how some people had more fun than others. I'll just say that Whataburger tastes really good at 10pm, even if one person stays in the car with the window rolled down. Blaylocks are cool.

Sunday: Another afternoon Ranger game. Rangers won. 79 degrees out. Hotdogs. Great day. Ok, I did get sunburned. Darn it.

Now, another week is looking at me in the face. I'm ready to spit back.

I Hope He Doesn't Bite...

I got a snake over the weekend. Yeah, I wasn't sure if I wanted to take it, but I had some encouragement from people. So, now I have a 18 month old Ball Python to care for at school. This guy offered it to me for free with a cool cage, so little Python is now making my lab his home. I've even picked him up a couple of times. Interesting fact: They are called Ball Pythons because the coil up tightly when nervous, putting their head right into the middle...like a "ball." How about that sportfans?

Fabric Softener, Who Knew?

There are some things you come across and think, man, why didn't I do this earlier? Well, that happened to me last year. What is this amazing miracle worker? Well, it is fabric softener:



I know, seems stupid right? Well, that is what I always thought. But, alas, softness, nice smell, and lack of static are all yours for the taking with a little Downy. Now, you may be thinking the same thought that haunted me...what a pain in the butt, waiting for the rinse cycle to add. Well, the key is right here kids:



The Ball is the shizzle!

The funny thing is who introduced me to this dynamic duo. My dear cousin, J-Rock, who told me he discovered Downy back when he was in the US NAVY, and asked a fellow navyman how his clothes always smelled good, and that guy shared his laundry secret with him. Can't you just picture them sitting there on the ship deck with their legs swinging off the bow swapping fabric softener tips, "Yeah, it is all about the 'ball' and you gotta use Downy, dude!"

What sealed the deal was when I had gone down to visit Aunt Norma last year and her towels were so soft, I had to ask how she did it. I wondered if it was this miraculous Downy that J-Rock was using in my laundry room. Could it be? Aunt Norma said yes, she did use fabric softener. So, I put 2 and 2 together and bought me some Downy!

Just remember, it goes in the wash...not the dryer. Yes, I do know someone who did that.

Thanks to J-Rock and Aunt Norma!

This past weekend, it was warm enough to bathe the little fatties. All 3 got baths, but we've captured Pudge here for your enjoyment. See how he's giving Scott a look as if to say, "Is anything sacred here?"

This is Emmitt Merle this weekend after a good washing. He likes to dry off by sunbathing in the monkey grass.

I'm A Dork

You already may know this...but, here's the proof....CLICK HERE FOR MY SPACE

Science Geeker Playground

I've been at the National Science Teacher Association Convention here in Downtown Dallas for the past two days. I have found the public computers and have set up a little blogging camp. No, really, I've been checking out the vendors and the workshops a little bit. But, now I'm getting a blog fix.

There are all sorts of people from around the US and Canada. Some of the smartest of our university's researchers are here. Big time vendors are all over the place trying to sell us everything from textbooks, trips, scales, probes, magnets...if you think nerd tool...they've got it here.

Bill Nye the science guys was even here today!! But, I missed him :( Shout it with me, "BILL, BILL, BILL NYE THE SCIENCE GUY."

So, I've been inspired to get some cool new equipment for my lab and to try to lure kids into an Environmental Trip to Costa Rica to save the turtles. We'll see.

I will say that riding the train and seeing how corporate America functions has been interesting. I must say that I appreciate my little bubble of a job that is close to the house. These people in the business remind me of the slogan kill or be killed. They are either always on the phone selling, shmoozing, etc. Or, they look freaking beat. The train is somewhat of a whip, yet so convenient. The station is right by our house, and you can go about anywhere important in Dallas and even to Ft.Worth. Our little Dallas is becoming modern so fast. I feel proud. She's grown up.

Well, I'm off to the DART Train to head to Chuy's for HH baby!