Wednesday Hodgepodge

1. Oxford's Word of the Year for 2023 is 'rizz'. Hmmm...before today had you ever heard the word? Do you know what it means? (Apparently it's short for charisma) Have you ever used the word? If you were in charge of the world, what word would you declare word of the year for 2023?

I have not heard of this word.

X  would be by word of the year.  Elon changed Twitter to X so this is my word.  X stands for the 'unknown' and I feel we are living in the unknown never knowing what to expect anymore.

2. What's one word you tend to abbreviate in your writing or speech? (as in rizz for charisma)

Administration....ADMIN.

3. Are you a Hallmark movie watcher this time of year? What's your favorite character from a holiday- themed movie, book, or TV special? 

I do watch a few Hallmark movies. My favorite character has been Kristy Swanson.  She was great in the movie, A Christmas Wish.

4. Something you look forward to eating this month? 

I just finished telling a colleague yesterday that I was tired of Christmas food!   I love how my son-in-law smokes ham.  So, I am looking forward to eating smoked ham.

5. What's the most stressful part of the holiday season for you? 

I think I have made a mistake planning this Pennsylvania/New York trip.  I told a friend I was leaving next Saturday when I am leaving this Saturday!!  Being in school till Friday and leaving Saturday. one can say right now I am a bit stressed out considering I haven't baked one thing!  But in the end, it will all be okay.

6. Insert your own random thought here.  

We took our 8th graders to Pigeon Forge Friday.  The students had a great time and were so well behaved.  It was a looong day...leaving school at 7:00 am and returning at 11:pm.  It was a long day!

Saturday, I was able to meet some ole friends.

Sunday evening was the kids Christmas Program at church.  If you are having a hard time getting into the Christmas spirit (which I do) then a children's Christmas Program will brighten your day.

My two grandsons were a sheep and a donkey.

Blake was a rapper.

We ( I) need to slow down and just enjoy this peaceful season and remember the true meaning of Christmas.

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Merry Christmas!

Wednesday Hodgepodge

 

1. What's one fun thing on your December calendar? 

I have a trip planned with grandsons, daughter, and son-in-law.  First stop, Hershey Pennsylvania to see Sesame Street and the Chocolate Factory.  Then off to New York.  Daughter and son-in-law will attend a basketball game at Madison Square Garden.  We will on go on the Polar Express and see many more things.  Leaving the day after school is out for break and returning the 22nd.  I am excited about this trip.

2. Sherwin William's Color of the Year for 2024 is Upward, described as 'a hint of silver lining', 'a breezy blissful blue' (see sample here). Benjamin Moore's Color of the Year for 2024 is Blue Nova, where 'violet and blue come together in a sumptuous hue'. (see sample here) Valspar's Color of the Year for 2024 is Renew Blue, a balanced blue with a touch of grayed sea -green' (see sample here). 

Seems like the design world is keen on the color blue for the new year. Do you have a lot of blue in your home decor currently? What shade? Of the three colors listed which one's your favorite? Do you need to paint? How likely is it you'd select one of these shades for your home? Which one? 

I do not have any blue in my home.  Of the three colors listed, I would chose 'a breezy blissful blue'. Oh, I definitely need to paint but no use right now with my house full of other people.  I can see myself purchasing a breezy blissful blue.  

3. Do you struggle with 'the seasonal blues'? What are some things you do to try to beat the blues? 

Yes!!!  I try to get outside as much as possible.

4 I. Blue jeans...love 'em or no? How many pair do you own? Are you married to a particular brand? 

I don't mind wearing blue jeans.  I do think they are not as warm as leggings.  I probably own around 10 pairs.  I am married to two particular brands...Kan kan jeans and Judy Blue Jeans.

5. In terms of holiday preparation (baking, shopping, wrapping, mailing, meal planning, etc) how far along are you? 1=haven't given it a second thought, 10=nothing left to do but wait. 

A #2!!  I have bought some presents but not wrapped any.  As far as baking, not a thing baked.  And meal planning haven't given this a second thought.

6. Insert your own random thought here.

Going to spend a night with a friend and another friend is coming in from Georgia...having a girl's slumber party.  Just wondering how long we call all stay awake; bet is nothing like the wee hours in our college days!!  

Have a great rest of the week and Enjoy Life!