41 posts tagged “qotd”

Besides yours, who do you think deserves "The Best Mother in the World" award?
Submitted by Connie.

My sister, Kristi.  She is an outstanding mom.  She has two kids right now and a baby girl on the way, due in June.  She absolutely amazes me with her patience and impresses me with the way she encourages her children to explore and learn the world around them.  She has taught them kindness, sharing, curiosity, honesty, love and so much more. I have no doubt that her children will grow up to be incredible human beings - just as she is.

Kristi's family

What are you most sensitive about? 

Being wrong. 

Being proven that I'm wrong.  Having someone point out in front of others that I'm wrong.  Figuring out on my own that I was wrong. 

Point blank...I just hate being wrong and I get really panicked and frustrated inside when I am.

By the way...for those of you that do prove me wrong, no need to stop - just know what you put me through when you do. ;)

What happened the first time you were left home alone as a child?
Submitted by Warhead.

The very first time I was left home alone, my mom gave me two rules:

1. "stay here"
2. "don't answer the door"

She was gone for half an hour or so.  When she returned, she was surprised to find me sitting on the steps exactly where I was when she had left.  As the obedient child that I was, I took her "stay here" rule literally and didn't move from the step for the entire time she was gone.

Boy, how things changed as I got older.

What do you love about where you live?
Submitted by Emu with a Clue.

Twenty-five minutes from my house to get here:

Colorado's Continental Divide

What is the worst date you've ever been on?

I would probably have to say the one where the guy promised me he would stop doing drugs if I continued to date him.  This was over dinner at McDonald's.  Then, he took me to see A Few Good Men, which I had just seen the night before!

Ya...I think that was the worst.  Needless to say, I didn't continue to date him.  And, yes, he continued to do drugs.

What are your top five favorite cooking seasonings? 
Submitted by skip.town.

1. Cayenne Pepper
2. Cilantro
3. Cumin
4. Curry Powder
5. Garlic

In honor of World Teachers' Day today, tell us about a teacher who had a positive impact on your life.

I started my schooling at Vista View Elementary School and had some great teachers during my time there.  But, the teacher that probably had the biggest impact on me in my early years was my 6th grade teacher, Ms. Smith.  She had taught in Indonesia and Malaysia prior to coming to Vista View.  As a result, she spent a lot of time on Geography, Social Studies, Cultural Studies, History, etc.  This is what truly sparked my interest in "the world".  Ever since, I have wanted to travel continuously and learn as much as I can about other cultures.  Some of my favorite books typically have something to do with anthropology, sociology, history, and/or culture.  Here are some that I have read and others that are on my list to read:

• Return to Laughter - Elenore Smith Bowen
• Things Fall Apart - Chinua Achebe
• I, Rigoberta Menchu
• The River Between - Ngugi wa Thionga'o
• Long Walk to Freedom - Nelson Mandela
• We Wish to Inform You That Tomorrow We Will be Killed With Our Families - Philip Gourevitch
• Amazing Grace - Jonathan Kozol
• Cry, The Beloved Country - Alan Paton

I also developed a weird infatuation with geography and maps.  With a handful of exceptions, I can pretty much tell you where any country is in the world and what its neighboring countries are.  I used to be really good with capitals as well - but that information has passed from my brain over the years. 

I learned a lot from my other teachers during elementary, junior high and high school - but none of them opened my eyes the way that Ms. Smith did. 

Thank you, Ms. Smith!!!

What are the 10 foods you must have in your refrigerator and/or your kitchen cabinet? 
Submitted by Carol.  

1. Tofu
2. Brown Rice
3. Peaches
4. Carrots
5. Hummus
6. Edamame
7. Nuts
8. Onions
9. Garlic
10. Sweet Potatoes

What are the 10 most memorable music performances you've seen? (Remember, "memorable" may not be good.) 
Submitted by Bill. 

Which household chores do you most/least enjoy?
Submitted by falcon.kmc.

I'm not the biggest fan of cleaning the kitchen or the bathroom.  But, lucky for me, Jon is really good at cleaning both and neither seem to bother him much. 

On the other hand, I do like vacuuming, dusting and tidying up around the house.  I also enjoy getting rid of things.  Just yesterday, I filled two garbage bags with junk.  I think I could do that every weekend.  It's amazing how much crap one can accumulate over time.