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With stores already stocking back-to-school and Halloween merchandise, autumn appears to be falling upon us before summer's had its time to shine. What is one thing you plan to do, complete, or accomplish before the "daze' of summer have go-one?

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Lots of interstate travel this month among our group. Marlene trekked out to PA and Chris to NC for a weekend, while Sharon flew to TX and Lisa to NY, and Brian's made a trip of TX and OK. Makes me wanna travel, too!

What is one state you haven't traveled to that you would like to visit?

Quezztion of the Moment (aka ?OM or QOM)

Prezzenting the revised version of our BW?, also formerly known as the ?OW, the Quezztion of the Moment! Since our group had a split decision on whether or not to keep this feature, I've agreed to maintain a more loosely based version of it. Here's how it workzz: In keeping with our tradition, I'll begin by posting a quezztion on a Sunday and give memberzz two weeks to respond. During those two weeks, anyone can pm me with a request to post the next ?OM. This request can come in one of two forms: 1) Send me the instructions for your quezztion and I will post for you; OR 2) Let me know that you want to post the next quezztion yourself. If there are multiple requests, I will generate a waiting list on a first come first served basis. On the other hand, if I don't get any requests, I will post the next ?OM. Finally, if four ?OMs in a row go unanswered, I think we can all agree that this feature needs to be retired from our group.

Now, onto the good shtuff--the quezztion! Independence Day is just around the corner, but for the younger me, my freedom couldn't come soon enough. When did you realize you could make it on your own?

Biweekly QueZZtion, May 31, 2009

Okaay, since the last BWQ generated the cyber-sounds of crickets chirping, I'll ask another one!

What is your "uniform" at work & in life? Meaning the clothes/outfits you tend to wear the most? Sure we all try to change things up but there are just some outfits that prevail over others because we like them, they're comfortable, or because we have to! (in cases of those of you who have actual required "uniforms").

At my last job which was a casual-dress office, I probably wore casual pants (jeans or chinos of different colors ) & long sleeve tees (of different colors) probably 80% of the time. Both cut slim & flattering, but comfortably. My current job is more office-y so now I tend to wear a step up these days - trousers & different flavors of buttondown shirts. But outside of the office, I still gravitate towards that casual office combo. In the summer, it's sundresses, for work or play; the location dictates the hemline &/or the cover-up over it, if any. And I tend to wear flats most of the time... I want shoes that can comfortably take me on a 20 block walk if that's what I feel like doin'!

The clothes we gravitate towards are like good friends some days... even within a dress code, there is something comforting about wearing your "sure thing" outfits. Share a bit about your "uniforms." :)

Biweekly QueZZtion May 17, 2009

Let's have some silly fun! We're making a movie about YOU! Who would star in the following roles: you, your significant other, one of your good buddies & your ex?!

Biweekly QueZZtion April 19: Organization?

I'm going ahead and posting a question for Marsha since I haven't heard back from her. What are your favorite organization tips? If you have any please share!!!

Biweekly QueZZtion April 5: Secret (or not to secret) Vices

Share with us all your secret (or not so secret) vices. What do you love... that may or may not be good for you?

Biweekly QueZZtion, Mar. 22, 2009

Do you have any nicknames? If so, discuss what they are & how you got 'em! If not, then discuss that too - are you disappointed or relieved you don't have one?

Biweekly QueZZtion, Mar. 8, 2009

This one comes from one of our fantastic pledgezz, Jen!

What was your favorite book/story as a child?

Mine was "The Fox and The Hound" (although I always called it Tod and Copper, and for several years thought that was the actual title). When I was four or so, I used to make my mom read it to me practically every night, to the point where she pretty much had it memorized (actually, I wouldn't really be surprised if she could still recite most of it 25+ years later!). A few years ago, I bought the Disney movie version, but it's just not the same...

My second favorite was "The Aristocats" (does anyone see a theme here?!) Like the first book, we had to read it constantly, except we didn't actually own this one so we were regularly checking it out at the library!

Biweekly QueZZtion, Feb 22, 2009

Okay gang, interest in/responses to these queZZtions has been dwindling so I'm posting this FIRST Biweekly QueZZtion but I'm not creating a "Biweekly" label for it yet. If someone answers, coolio! We'll continue on a biweekly basis. If not, this'll probably be the last QueZZtion until interest is expressed again.

What are some of your memories re: LUNCH DURING ELEMENTARY SCHOOL?

Me - I remember I had a Muppets metal lunchbox at one point, & also a Tupperware lunchbox. If I didn't like what the cafeteria had scheduled, I brought my lunch - sandwiches, a thermos of Spaghettios, crackers, fruit or cookies, etc... My mom used to write cheery little notes on my napkins, sometimes w/ tiny pics she drew... telling me to have a great day & whatnot... oh how I wish I kept at least one of those napkins! They really made my day. And she'd freeze my oj/apple juice/punch cans so the drinks would be partially frozen when I got to 'em.

If I bought my lunch, it was because the cafeteria had something I liked - Frito Pie was a BIG FAVE! Did any other schools besides the ones in Texas ever have it? (Chili & cheese over Fritos!) The school pizza was odd but I ate it. Same w/ the burgers. I don't think I liked the school spaghetti though I loved non-school spag. I LOVED Fudgsicles which the caf sold.

I had a pretty healthy social life back then - I was kinda a misfit but not awfully so, I was interactive & had many friends. So lunch was pretty comfortable, plus I think assigned seats (by class before lunch) over the years avoided any kids being left out, we talked to whoever we were sat w/. I particularly remember convincing TC that I could remove the roof of my mouth & then place it back (psst, it was my retainer). He clucked & clucked & tried to do remove the roof of his mouth with all his might... "I can't do it!" he exclaimed. Heh-heh....