Thursday, February 21, 2008

Tag..I'm it?

O.k, so I have to preface this "tagging" with the reality that I have no one to "pass on" the tag to. Was that a run-on sentence? I'm a pro at reading other people's blogs, but my own....total newbie. Anyhoo, as thrilled as I am to share ( I really am) , the good times will probably/sadly end here. But hey- here's some juicy tidbits on me, I know ....., anticipation is high...o.k., here goes:

What was I doing 10 years ago?

I was living in Logan Utah finishing my BS degree. I loved Logan, would move there now if my husband didn't have our whole lives methodically planned out here in Washington for the next 20 years or so, which is good, jobs are good! I had fantastic roommates and met some of the greatest friends there. I loved the campus, my classes, the canyon, 2 of my cute brothers were there as well, cousins a plenty, just good times. My sweet grandparents lived 30 minutes away and so I saw them all the time as well. Great memories and I accomplished my degree..with a pretty decent GPA if I remember correctly..I don't really remember but I'm imagining high marks!

5 things on my to-do list today:

1. workout-check
2. grocery store- after Brody's nap
3.load of sheets/towels-check
4.have the boys play outside-check...hence the blogging
5. didn't get there yet

Snacks I enjoy:

Oh where to begin: I enjoy quite a few things. Anything with dark chocolate. Individual Dove chocolates are my weakness. I'll have 2 or 3 of them for dessert just to get my fix in. My favorite creation is the teddy graham (only original flavor) Dove choc. smore w/o the mallow part. I'll have a handful of teddy grahams and a few Dove treats and just eating them together is a smore in your mouth minus the mess, and campfire, and well, marshmallow.

I've learned to love blueberries. I've never been a fan of anything blueberry. It could be traced back to my toddler years when I blew up like a blueberry (kinda like Violet Beurigarde on Charlie and the Chocolate factory) and the dr. informed my mom that many kids are allergic to things like blueberries, and fish. She did feel a little silly feeding me fish sticks and blueberry muffins that night for dinner. I've however grown to love them, especially for their health benefits. They don't however taste better than chocolate.

baked tortilla dipped in hummus:
I love hummus, so tasty! My amazing sister even MADE hummus. I haven't ventured to make my own but buy it and love it I do. I like to bake a regular low fat tortilla for about 10 minutes on each side at 400 or so, just so it's nice and crispy. Another little weird snack I've grown to appreciate. Is it pathetic that I love thinking about what I love to eat? I could go on and on but I'll stop there:)

What would I do if I became a millionaire?
We are just about ready to build our own house. We being..my husband. Our paper work is at the county, KING county (for all you non Washingtonians, it's the county where all the madness and liberal poo originates from...Seattle baby!) Anyway, we have to meet their guidelines and ridiculous restricitons so my point is, if I were a millionaire, I would have someone ELSE besides my husband build our dream house and deal with every detail with the county and everything else that comes with personally building your own house. blah blah blah. I shouldn't complain, I'm excited and thankful we have this chance...blah blah blah

3 bad habits:
1. I love to sing aloud to any song I know..which is a lot, it's actaully quite an impressive talent. I don't know why I remember song lyrics but I do. My hubby is a good sport cause song lyric memorization is not one of his top priorities...good thing he has me. Bad for those of you who don't want to hear.
2. Buying at least 1 nonessential at Target pretty much everytime I enter those big red doors.-oops
3. Reading the stupid TMZ website. I know, I know, still like me?

5 places I've lived:
Kennewick Wa-grew up there
Kent Wa- kinda grew up there too
Rexburg Id-Ricks College
Logan Ut- Utah State
Enumclaw Wa-Where I currently reside

5 jobs I've had:
busser at Red Robin-high school
Einstein Bagel shop-Logan
After school program at elem. school-Logan
2 grade teacher's aide-Logan
4th / 5th grade teacher-Auburn Wa, I taught school the first few years of married life. Once the boys came, I stopped teaching. Loved it though.. I'll go back in some capacity when the fellas are out of school.

5 things people don't know about me:
1.I really enjoy a good reality show-personal favorites- 1.So you think you can dance...love it, love it, love it..once a year is not enough. Anything on food network especially Iron Chef America...Kyle and I love Sunday nights for that reason. The challenge shows are great too...how in the world people can make frosting do the things they do....I dunno? Scott Baio is 45 and single/pregnant on Vh1..I can't believe I'm divulging this info. but give it a try..so funny, oh and the Biggest Loser, love it.
2. BBQ sauce is my condiment of choice. Love it on just about anything.
3.I'm a political junkie- I read political books, I have my favorite blogs I check daily, Brit Hume is quite attractive to me, my kids know the difference between Limbaugh, Medved and Hannity. I feel it's very important to know what is going on in the news. And yes as the political scene is juicy everyday with preseidential ...stuff.....I am totally dreading November. My candidate of choice is no longer in the mix so enthusiasm is low. I'll tell you this much, the thought of Clinton or Obama makes my political savy stomach turn....UGH! Rough times ahead.
4. I love the smell of coffee- Working at Einsteins bagel shop must have sealed the deal. I had to learn how to make double shot latte, mochachino, frapachinno,hoppachino?? drinks each day. You add a shot of hazelnut or almond to that...ah gees! No I don't remember how to make anything. However, I can make a mean almond hot cocoa.
5.I love old school R&B music..anything from Lionel Richie and Michael Jackson to personal favorites like Al. B. Sure (You know what I'm talking about Kir)and SWV. Just back in the day when the lyrics were clean and the beats were groovin. Yes, my Ipod holds the classics.

So there it is, that's me. O.k. just in case someone does read this I'm going to tag Jen (sis-in-law), Kir (when ever she starts a blog...it will be worth the wait) and..Lorri ( sis in law) This was fun. Thanks for reading!

6 comments:

kir said...

ok, KThom, that totally rocked, yes, rocked! I am familiar with your ipod list (love your ipod list) and I, too, miss the days when the beats were good and the beats were groovin-I still need to find some De La Soul to put on the faves list...
I also adore Brit Hume (aka, the "Boring Guy" as Curtis refers to him-whatever)and I will take the TMZ thing on advisement...
I feel like I have something serious to live up to now with my future blog that may/may not be worth the wait (isn't there a Janet Jackson song that goes a little something like that, without the "future blog" part)...
Have a great great day (that's right, great great)!!
-xoxo-Kir

Emily Kern said...

I'm so glad that you were also excited to be tagged. I loved reading your answers! I also have become a fan of hummus, but have been afraid to tell anyone, lest they should think I am a democrat and don't shave my legs...(I don't very often these days, but that is my business). Couple things...remember when we were driving back from utah with that tall bald guy and we were playing the guess the musical group game and he accidently spit a chunk of pringle onto the dashboard of the car? Also, as I was downloading yet another song by Wham! today, I was chuckling to myself about the Priest Laurel Gong show where we were dancing to Freedom, so I downloaded that one too. Good times, Good times... and many of my favorite times involve my dear Kari! You do definitely rock. I am looking forward to Kirs.

Amy said...

Awe, you did a GREAT job on your first tag. Lots of those things I remember about you fondly and many others I didn't even know about you (I've never tried hummus. Am I hopeless?) I had some good laughs reading this and wish that I could hear you sing a "Yolanda" song in that slightly flat way that only YOU can do. Miss you, pal. This is so great!

Stephanie said...

What a fun surprise to see your comment on our blog, my long lost friend. Your boys are very handsome! I'd love to 'blog' or e-mail, or chat. I think it's been a good seven years, or so!

Steph

yennu said...

Hey Kari - I'm watching Scott Baio right now and I love it. He makes me laugh. It's great to see the boys. Bergen will love seeing the cousins. She has been making things for them and they will be in the mail very soon.

Lesley said...

Hi Kari-how fun that you have a blog. Yes, we are living in the Auburn area and liking it. Tell your family hi as well. Your boys are adorable! Hope all is going well! Lesley