Well geez, get me all choked up why dont you 30 Question Survey? When my parents arent lecturing me on my life problems, they are are seriously fun times and yes, even my bffs. I could hang with them all day and not be bored in the least, they just crack me up. I have been truly blessed with two amazing parents who I think the world of, and I can wholeheartedly say they are the two people I love most on this Earth. I can only hope to one day have a marriage such as theirs- one that is built around each other, God, and their children. To me they are the definition of love, hope, faith, strength, sacrifice, perserverance, and compassion. I learn from them everyday and I am so proud to be their daughter.
Tuesday, August 9, 2011
Monday, August 8, 2011
Day 3: Your First Love
"Show me that smile.......as long as we got each other, we go the world's spinning right in our hands, baby you and me, we gotta be, the luckiest dreamers who never quit dreaming"
That's right Michael Aaron Seaver, I'm singing to you! Forget any elementary school school yard crushes, Mike Seaver was my first love. Just a flash of that winning smile and those brown eyes and he could get out of any hair-brained situation he was in. He certainly had Jason and Maggie eating out of his hands as the end of the day. My nine-year-old self would eagerly wait until the end credits Who's the Boss finished ticking by so I could catch a glimpse of my main man. Mike Seaver- he stole every scene he was in with his mischievous, fun-loving self. And when he wasn't incessantly teasing them, he was a great older brother to Carol and Ben and always had their back. He ends up being a teacher too, and somewhere out there I still see him living closeby to the old house, raising our half sitcom-half real children during his summers off. Sigh, what a dreamboat.
Friday, August 5, 2011
Day 2: Nicknames
I was named after my two grandmothers (Aleyamma is the Malayalam version of Elizabeth, and Lisa is a shortened version of this), so I am doubly blessed right :-) My name means Oath of God, which i think is just awesome. Most of my friends call me "Lis" or "Lisers" "Lisy" and so forth. One of my favorite phrases is "WOOHOO!" so some people have told me that they put that next to my name on the phone to distinguish myself from the other Lisa's in their lives. Lisa - Woohoo! I'll take it.
Also to many of you I am known as CL, which stand for 'Cousin Lisa.' I was donned this moniker during the flog era, where upon meeting many a new malu person, I found I was somehow related to them. Hopefully Im everyones favorite cousin and not the one you want to avoid in the family.
I take to shortening the names of most people in my life. I think there are very few that I call by their full names. It adds to a familiarity and closeness, thats just fun. On that note, HAPPY FRIDAY!
love,
Lis, Lisers, Lisy, CL, WOOHOO
Also to many of you I am known as CL, which stand for 'Cousin Lisa.' I was donned this moniker during the flog era, where upon meeting many a new malu person, I found I was somehow related to them. Hopefully Im everyones favorite cousin and not the one you want to avoid in the family.
I take to shortening the names of most people in my life. I think there are very few that I call by their full names. It adds to a familiarity and closeness, thats just fun. On that note, HAPPY FRIDAY!
love,
Lis, Lisers, Lisy, CL, WOOHOO
Thursday, August 4, 2011
the year of the thirty
In an effort to stop being so lamesauce about updating my blog, I decided to search for some inspiration via the Internets. The below is what I would thought would solve some serious writer's block. So knowing myself, I will likely only be blogging on the weekdays, so bear with me friends. Here goes the complete list.....
30 DAY BLOG CHALLENGE
Day 1: Recent picture of yourself, 15 interesting facts.
Day 2: Nicknames.
Day 3: Your first love.
Day 4: Your parents.
Day 5: What song inspires you.
Day 6: Pet peeves.
Day 7: What makes you happy.
Day 8: A place you’ve traveled to and where else you want to travel.
Day 9: A favorite picture of your best friend.
Day 10: Something you’re afraid of.
Day 11: A quote you love.
Day 12: Something you don’t leave the house without.
Day 13: Goals.
Day 14: Look up your horoscope for today and tell us how accurate you think it is.
Day 15: Death row meal.
Day 16: What’s the nicest thing anyone has ever said to you?
Day 17: Put your iPod on shuffle, first 10 songs.
Day 18: Something you miss.
Day 19: Things you want to say to an ex.
Day 20: Something you wonder “What if…?” about.
Day 21: Something you’re proud of.
Day 22: What do you want your future to be like?
Day 23: Favorite Movies and TV Show.
Day 24: Something you’ve learned.
Day 25: Something you are looking forward to.
Day 26: Your Dream Wedding.
Day 27: Photo of your city.
Day 28: What stresses you out?
Day 29: Who is you hero?
Day 30: A picture of yourself this day and 5 good things that happened since you started the challenge.
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Day 1: Recent picture of yourself, 15 interesting facts.
This picture was taken in the beginning of July pre-the gaggers gross heatwave. What a lovely evening spent with some girlfriends in Dupont Circle.
15 Interesting Facts (I've done a 25 version of this, so apologies if I've had to dig a bit to find something new)
1. I love wearing the right shade of the color yellow, it really makes my day brighter as corny as that sounds.
2. I am mad jealous of early risers- Im talking about pre 6am'ers. Try as I might I can never be consistent with this. My deepest REM occurs between 5-7am.
3. Recently I won a bake-off at work with my Oreo Truffles care of a recipe from one Sibster. Never having made desserts before, upon hearing my name being called as the winner, I had a little Ms. America "ohmygawd" crown moment. World peace for all.
4. I hope to write the next great Bridget Jones one day, or at least a warm little story that will make you smile.
5. Going to the movies is one of those activities that still makes me feel like a little kid, even with the $18 ticket price. I like the smell of the popcorn, picking the right seat, watching all the previews, and settling back as the opening credits come on-screen, waiting to be transported for an hour or two. It reminds me that imagination still moves me.
6. As a good karma move, I try to always let someone into my lane during rush-hour even though they may or may not deserve it.
7. I sometimes worry about certain professions or industries that might cease to exist when all the old people retire. Woodmaking? Botany? Ancient Greek studies?
8. Currently foodie obsession: Trader Joes' Cinnamon Almonds
9. My next big purchase will most definitely be a DSLR camera in the fall. I'm certain my life will never be the same after I peer behind that lens.
10. I miss my Ammachi fiercely and often wonder about what she is thinking as the night settles in, and she sips her evening tea on the front stoop where she raised her children and grandchildren who are all thousands of miles away. Just writing this can make me tear up.
11. As God blesses me with another year on this Earth, I try to take time to be appreciative of it all. Especially on the days where I start on a path of self-pity. Lately after sharing a laugh with my parents, or driving home after a long day. I'll stop what I'm doing, look into the sky, close my eyes and give my thanks. It helps.
12. My feet are itching to travel and soon, domestically and abroad. I also just want to take a week of work and just do nothing.
13. I love home design blogs, especially before and after rooms.
14. I want to try to get more involved in the community this year, both professionally and through service.
15. I am so so sad Borders is closing, how could they do this to me and WHY!?
30 DAY BLOG CHALLENGE
Day 1: Recent picture of yourself, 15 interesting facts.
Day 2: Nicknames.
Day 3: Your first love.
Day 4: Your parents.
Day 5: What song inspires you.
Day 6: Pet peeves.
Day 7: What makes you happy.
Day 8: A place you’ve traveled to and where else you want to travel.
Day 9: A favorite picture of your best friend.
Day 10: Something you’re afraid of.
Day 11: A quote you love.
Day 12: Something you don’t leave the house without.
Day 13: Goals.
Day 14: Look up your horoscope for today and tell us how accurate you think it is.
Day 15: Death row meal.
Day 16: What’s the nicest thing anyone has ever said to you?
Day 17: Put your iPod on shuffle, first 10 songs.
Day 18: Something you miss.
Day 19: Things you want to say to an ex.
Day 20: Something you wonder “What if…?” about.
Day 21: Something you’re proud of.
Day 22: What do you want your future to be like?
Day 23: Favorite Movies and TV Show.
Day 24: Something you’ve learned.
Day 25: Something you are looking forward to.
Day 26: Your Dream Wedding.
Day 27: Photo of your city.
Day 28: What stresses you out?
Day 29: Who is you hero?
Day 30: A picture of yourself this day and 5 good things that happened since you started the challenge.
****
Day 1: Recent picture of yourself, 15 interesting facts.
This picture was taken in the beginning of July pre-the gaggers gross heatwave. What a lovely evening spent with some girlfriends in Dupont Circle.15 Interesting Facts (I've done a 25 version of this, so apologies if I've had to dig a bit to find something new)
1. I love wearing the right shade of the color yellow, it really makes my day brighter as corny as that sounds.
2. I am mad jealous of early risers- Im talking about pre 6am'ers. Try as I might I can never be consistent with this. My deepest REM occurs between 5-7am.
3. Recently I won a bake-off at work with my Oreo Truffles care of a recipe from one Sibster. Never having made desserts before, upon hearing my name being called as the winner, I had a little Ms. America "ohmygawd" crown moment. World peace for all.
4. I hope to write the next great Bridget Jones one day, or at least a warm little story that will make you smile.
5. Going to the movies is one of those activities that still makes me feel like a little kid, even with the $18 ticket price. I like the smell of the popcorn, picking the right seat, watching all the previews, and settling back as the opening credits come on-screen, waiting to be transported for an hour or two. It reminds me that imagination still moves me.
6. As a good karma move, I try to always let someone into my lane during rush-hour even though they may or may not deserve it.
7. I sometimes worry about certain professions or industries that might cease to exist when all the old people retire. Woodmaking? Botany? Ancient Greek studies?
8. Currently foodie obsession: Trader Joes' Cinnamon Almonds
9. My next big purchase will most definitely be a DSLR camera in the fall. I'm certain my life will never be the same after I peer behind that lens.
10. I miss my Ammachi fiercely and often wonder about what she is thinking as the night settles in, and she sips her evening tea on the front stoop where she raised her children and grandchildren who are all thousands of miles away. Just writing this can make me tear up.
11. As God blesses me with another year on this Earth, I try to take time to be appreciative of it all. Especially on the days where I start on a path of self-pity. Lately after sharing a laugh with my parents, or driving home after a long day. I'll stop what I'm doing, look into the sky, close my eyes and give my thanks. It helps.
12. My feet are itching to travel and soon, domestically and abroad. I also just want to take a week of work and just do nothing.
13. I love home design blogs, especially before and after rooms.
14. I want to try to get more involved in the community this year, both professionally and through service.
15. I am so so sad Borders is closing, how could they do this to me and WHY!?
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