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Monday Mission

1. The other night my family took a walk while I stayed home
to finish some chores. I knew they would be visiting some neighbors on the other
block, but the longer they were gone, the more I got uncomfortable. As darkness
fell and no one was back, my mind just went nuts with all these scenarios that
could have happened. Of course, everything was fine and I was upset for no
reason at all. But it is amazing how the mind can really do a number on you.
Have you ever been in a situation where you were worried sick about
something/someone and your mind played out horrible outcomes? What was the
situation and what did your imagination come up with? How did it all turn out?

2. My Great Grandmother would turn her car around and drive
an extra block, if a black cat crossed the road in front of her. I used to toss
salt over my shoulder when I spilled some. Silly stuff, really. Are
there any superstitions that you believe in, or just do out of habit? Do you
feel like it makes a difference? There are things I do the same way daily
because I feel that if I don't I will have bad luck

3. Spiders, mice, insects, blood, being home alone at night...some
folks I know told me that those things really scare them. What frightens you?
being home alone at night, snakes, scorpions

4. Has there ever been a time where you were too proud to ask for help? What
was the situation, and did you ever finally ask?

5. Have you ever had, or do you have In-Laws (or the non-marriage equivalent)
that you just don't like or do things that drive you insane? What are some of
the things they've done that almost drove you over the edge? no

6. It has been said that you can tell how a man will treat his
wife/girlfriend by watching how he treats his mother. Do you think that is true?
yes

7. But then, there is the other extreme. Do you know
any men that are just a little too close to their mothers? You know the kind,
they won't make a decision on their own, can't do their own laundry and so on?
How did that relationship work out for you? Any stories to tell? I work with
someone who's son is like this.

BONUS: Radio, what's new? not much

Today's Comment Question: One of your fellow Monday Missionaries is
feeling down today. Say something to lift their spirits? keep your chin up

Monday Madness

1. Do you remember what you dream about; and if so, have you had any
recurring dreams? sometimes. being chased

2. What is the weirdest dream you ever had? I dreamt about something floating in
the air then I saw a hot air balloon the next morning but I was tired so it
scared me for a second.

3. Do you think your dreams have anything to do with what food you eat, what
mood you're in, or something that's been bothering you at the time?  yes

4. Have you ever been interested in knowing what your dreams mean, to the point
of visiting a dream analyst or reading a book about dreams? yes

This-or-That Tuesday

1) DVD or VHS? both

2) Best Literary/Movie Villan: Voldemort (Harry Potter) or Sauron (LoTR)?
voldemort

3) Meat: rare or well-done? medium

4) High Speed Internet-Cable or DSL? dial up

5) Women: 1-piece bathing suit or Bikini? 1piece

6) To be fair--Men: Boxers or briefs? either is fine with me to look at

7) Beer or Liquor/Wine? wine

8) Coke or Mountain Dew? coke

9) In honor of my 10/18/03 nuptials:  Morning or Afternoon/Night Wedding?
afternoon/night

10) Carpet or Hardwood Floors carpet

11) American cars or foreign? toyota

12) Cutest TV Twin: Mary-Kate or Ashley Olsen? neither

13) Coffee: Caffeinated or Decaf? not a coffee drinker

14) Thought-Provoking Question of the Week: Computers: Do they make life better
or worse? Why? both. they're great until their is an error due to machine or
human.

Two for Tuesday

1. Does your significant other have a cute lil name for you? Or do you guys
engage in baby talk? Some private type of communication for just the two of you?
don't have a sig. other

2. Anyone have special plans this weekend? Wassup? Where's the party at? nope

Wednesday What-Ifs

1. What if you had to choose between winning $10,000 cash or an all-expense
paid vacation, to the location of your choice, worth the same amount? take the
cash



2. What if you had to choose between backpacking around Europe for a month or
spending a month in the Carribean? Carribean



3. What if you were offered the opportunity to create your own vacation spot --
what would it be like? at the beach somewhere



4. What if you were offered the opportunity to create your own resort hotel --
what would it be like? spacious luxurious and high tech



5. What if you were offered the chance to vacation on another planet with a few
other contest winners -- would you accept?  maybe

3 for Thursday

1. What are 3 time eras you’d like to live in for a week, to see how things
really were?  not sure



2. What are 3 events in history that you would have liked to witness? dewey
creating his decimal system, women's sufferage,



3. What are 3 world or local events that have taken place in your lifetime that
has changed how you live your life – or has made you see things differently?
9-11



BONUS: If there could be one event/tragedy that has taken place in the past that
you could prevent or erase, what would it be and why? 9-11

The Thursday Thumb-Twiddler

1. Would you rather become extremely successful due to a lucky break, a
smart gamble, or hard work? a bit of all 3

2. Do you think you would be more, or less, easily corrupted by power than
your closest friend? more

3. If drinking fountains could dispense another liquid besides water, what
would you prefer it to be? soda

Thursday Threesome

Onesome: Chicken- Chicken, beef or pork? What's in the barbeque or
on the grill this summer? ...or is it just too hot and a salad is all you're up
to putting together? beef if I grilled

Twosome: Pot- Okay, really, did you inhale? I mean, what happened
to all the side dishes that were served with the meat? ...and what side dish is
essential to make your meal complete? vegies and potatoes

Threesome: Pie- Hey, are you a pie or cake kind of person? ...or is
it ice cream that 'floats' your dessert boat? all 3 sound good (just not at
once)

the friday five

1. If your life were a movie, what would the title be? not sure



2. What songs would be on the soundtrack? not sure



3. Would it be a live-action film or animated? Why? animated



4. Casting: who would play you, members of your family, friends, etc?
ourselves



5. Describe the movie preview/trailer. not sure.

 

Saturday Scruples!

1. "That was good for me. Was it good for you too?" Well it wasn't. Do
   you say so? yes and I would expect him to tell me as well


2. You lose a gold watch and are reimbursed by the insurance company. A month
   later you find the watch. Do you return the money? yes


3. You recognize your favorite movie star having a quiet coffee at a deli.
   She is incognito to avoid being bothered. Do you approach her? no unless
   somehow they invite me

Philosophical Sunday

After years of war, millions of humans dead, and those remaining barely able
to survive from day to day, you receive a message from the head of the United
Nations informing you that Earth will no longer be able to survive without
'external sponsorship'. Inhabitants from another planet are needed to help
supply Earth with natural resources that have been depleted.

To obtain this sponsorship, an Advertisement is created showing a "place" on
Earth, and a "season" for the setting, hoping to entice anothers interest in the
planet.

What could this advertisement be and why would this would be effective.
You may also like to include a 'Slogan'. not sure. something about helping the
environment at christmas time with peace on earth

Weekly Wrap-Up

 

1. Describe a childhood memory in which you sustained a physical injury.
It doesn't have to be a serious injury, only one that you remember distinctly.
What happened? I cut my arm on the trim of a neighbors car 1 week before we were
supposed to move. I needed stitches.

2. If that particular memory was not about your worst physical injury, what
was/is? What made it so bad?

3. How well do you handle pain? Have you always had a high/low tolerance? If
so, when did it change? low tolerance

4. Do you take external medicines when you are hurt? Why or why not? Do you
try/use alternative therapies? Why or why not? try not to

5. Describe a time when you were hurt and it wasn't as serious as you
thought. How did you feel before and after?

What's On ..... Right Now?

What's On your pet peeves list Right Now? not much





Participation Positives

I was able to get some files from my computer to disks that my dad can use on
his electronic keyboard

I found out how to block those annoying messenger pop-ups

I got to use my spanish at work this week.

I had a great time with my parents this week. My fish died so I bought 2
more. I am off this weekend. I will run errands and do things around the house
friday night and saturday. Sunday will be spent with the 'rents.