La Kooka Rancha
Feb. 7, 2008
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Six Non-Important Things
Katie tagged me to post six miscellaneous things about myself.
The Rules for this meme are:
*Link to the person that tagged you.
*Post the rules on your blog.
*Share six non-important things/habits/quirks about yourself.
*Tag six random people at the end of your post by linking to their blogs.
*Let each random person know they have been tagged by leaving a comment on their website.
Ok, so here goes...
1. When I was 3 or 4 years old I realized on my own that Santa was not real. My parents never really tried to make me believe in Santa, but society in general did. I remember being very offended that anyone would think I was so gullible. All the 'santas helper's' walking around did nothing to impress me either. Why did they have to try and wear the same red suit anyway? :-)
2. Even though I really try to serve healthy foods and I buy organic etc... one of my favorite snacks is Jalapeno Kettle Chips. Yummy! It's hard for me to stop eating them...which is why I don't buy them very often-- too much temptation.
3. I have always been very sensitive to loud noises. I can barely stand it when people shout suddenly (like when a friend of mine in high school hid in my back seat and jumped out and roared -- I almost knocked him out in my startled state of mind). When I was a young bride I hated to vacuum or use blenders or mixers or anything that makes loud noise. When turning on the blender I would always quickly cover my ears. Most of the time I would just use a hand beater though.
4. As a child, my favorite place to do homework was in a tree. I had a favorite climbing tree on my uncle's farm. There were two large branches spaced just right. I could take my work and stay there for hours. I often took a good reading book up there too!
5. Some of my very best memories of childhood include the long drives we took as a family. We had limited funds in those days (daddy was the pastor of a small church) so for fun, daddy would tell us to pile into the car and off we would go. We would explore back roads and valleys, hilltops and farms. It was always great to see what was just over the next hill. Sometimes we would go all the way to the state line before turning around to go home.
6. My dream house is not a new house. (although I don't think those are bad ;-)) I dream of having a big old house with lots of character including nooks and crannies and a little (or a lot) of history. :-)
Well, there you go, six random things about me. Now the rules say to tag six people...hmmmm... I guess I'm going to break the rules and just let you choose to be tagged by me. I know that probably isn't as fun, but I have used more than my share of time on the computer today. I need to get off and do something else. If you read this consider yourself tagged! Leave me a comment when you post yours. I love reading about other people!
** I know many of you have been tagged for these things several times in the past or some of you may not want to participate, so please don't feel obligated....this is for pure fun! |
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Nov. 7, 2006
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Vote, blogging, hugs and notes
Election Day
Today is the day to exercise your right to a voice in this country.
It's election day! Get thee to the polls!
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About Homeschool Blogging
It has recently come to my attention through an unnamed source that certain of my friends and relatives have not been commenting on my blog because they feel like 'outsiders'. I thought they just weren't interested. In fact I didn't even know any of them were reading my blog at all...
Well, I have a thing or two to say about that! There are no outsiders here! This blog is here to share with friends and family whether you homeschool or not. Homeschoolblogger is simply a great base for my blogging because I homeschool. It is in no way restrictive in readership! Please comment here! I love you people (you know who you are).
Besides all that, if you are in any way interested in homeschooling: a wannabe, a grandparent, or just interested in it...this would be a great place for you to blog, as well.
Please, please be nice to me and leave a note now and then. It would mean so much to me! Thank you!
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About relatives and friends who need hugs:
You know who are! Why don't you write or call when you need a prayer or someone to talk to? I'm so sorry I didn't know what you were going through sooner.....Here are some hugs and love sent your way! ((((hug))))
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About my new 'Bulletin Board'
I've added a chat box to this page. Scroll down a bit and look on the right hand side. I labeled it Ranch Bulletin Board. To leave me note all you have to do is type in your email address or web address and your name. Then you just type in a little message and click go. Your message will instantly appear in the box.
See, isn't that easy and fun?
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Ok, I think that sums up my thoughts for this morning. I've got to sign off and get myself to the polls while the babies are still in their happy morning mood! :-)
I'll be back to check in on some of my blogging friends later. Have a beautiful day!
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Oct. 18, 2006
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Another fun quiz!
Oct. 11, 2006
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Highschool Homecoming
Well, it's been twenty years since I happily walked up to recieve my high school diploma. I remember the bittersweet emotions I had about parting with my safe, familiar, little world and facing the great unknown future...
It all seems so long ago now. At one time I really wanted to see all those old friends and show off my handsome husband and beautiful children. But as time has passed and my pounds have increased I've become less and less interested in any sort of reunion. After all, I already keep in touch with the friends that I'm still friends with...if you know what I mean.
A couple of weeks ago I got a call from my cousin (he was a member of my senior class). He wanted to encourage me to attend the homecoming football game so we could reconnect with some old friends there. The plan was to start getting a list together of all members of our class in order to plan a reunion for next year (one year late---long story). Anyway, I hem-hawed around and tried to ignore it but eventually curiosity won out and I decided to go with hubby and 4 of the 5 children in tow (11 yo DD was at a birthday slumber party).
I probably don't need to tell you how the rest of the 2 days before the event went. I spent every waking moment trying to figure out how to look like someone else...younger, thinner, prettier, hipper (is that a word?). I called my dear friend (cousin's wife) and asked her what she was wearing...she too was in a panic. We decided we needed to do some shopping and hair makeovers. Forget about housework, etc...I hit the stores. I bought a magazine so I could familiarize myself with what people wear these days.(honestly...people expect me to wear things like that?) I also looked over some hair style magazines.(you've got to be kidding...that's an actual style?!)
With a tight budget I opted to start my shopping trip at Target. They seem to stay fairly trendy. Of course, the next step is to actually know what to try on. I haven't tried on a modern pair of jeans in a long time...they come in such unusual shapes these days. It can be very confusing.
I took all the kids with me and all 5 of them waited outside the dressing room. When I found what I thought was a good combo I stepped out and let the kids vote. I had a hit! My 16 yo DS gave me a thumbs up and a smile. My kids were surprised to see that I could look modern and kinda cute . ;-)
My dear hubby gave me some pretty nice compliments that evening, as well.
I never did do anything spectacular to my hair. I just bought a new curling iron. Did you know that modern technology has really improved those things? I mean instant heat and 25 heat settings! Wow! (mine was about 12-14 years old).
Well, it turns out I had all that panic for nothing..It seems that other people age too! In fact, some of those guys looked really old! Are we really the same age?
It was pleasant to see old acquaintances and we had a great time visiting after the game. I won't dread a full fledged reunion quite so much now. It might be fun.
Sunydazy
P.S. If you want to read a very funny story about a high school reunion, just visit my friend TC and read her post called My underwear (mis)adventure. Be prepared to laugh until your sides hurt! |
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Sep. 14, 2006
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What kind of yarn are you?
What kind of yarn are you?
You are Merino Wool.You are very easygoing and sweet. People like to keep you close because you are so softhearted. You love to be comfortable and warm from your head to your toes.
Take this quiz!
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Hmmmm...I know a few people who would disagree with this result! Not dear hubby, of course! ;-)
Why do I always get misunderstood? And why am I such a confused person?
I should make a quiz of my own. It should be all about having great intentions but people assuming the worst about you because your mouth is not set just right....or something. :-) Anyway... I thought this was a fun quiz. Try it, if you like, and let me know what yarn you are!
Sunydazy |
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Jun. 15, 2006
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Where I'm From
Joy in the Morning is having a contest.
I learned about it from Tammy at Hutcheson Happenings.
She’s collecting “Where I'm From” poems, and the contest winners will get a prize. I decided to try my hand at this.
It's fun ... so many memories!
WHERE I'M FROM
by Sunydazy/D. Johnson
I am from iced tea,
From peanut butter and hand me down clothes.
I am from the little mobile home on the farm, always peaceful,
Where praise music flowed from the stereo and laughter ruled every meal.
I am from the wheat, the bluebonnets and the juniper trees,
The irises and hay bales.
From sweet smelling sage and giant grasshoppers.
I am from the heat you can see like waves coming up from the road.
I am from praying always and loyalty to friends,
From Sturtevant and Adams and Grandma Dee:
Always prayerful, always tender, never complaining.
I am from fellowship,
From long visits with dear friends,
And spontaneous drives to see what's over the next hill.
From "stand up and look people in the eye",
And "God will provide our every need".
I am from Daddy preaching with his whole heart Sunday mornings,
Unplanned midnight prayer meetings, and joyful singing in the car.
I am from old fashioned traveling evangelists and Argentine missionaries.
I am from Texas and the South, roast beef and pecan pie.
From the land of cowboy and indian games and itchy hay stuck to sweaty skin,
From slip-n-slides and dirt bike rides.
From hikes along the creek; we took the dog in case of snakes.
I am from the daddy with a huge vision for the world,
And the mama with the same for her children.
From family devotions every day
And the knowing that I was made for a purpose.
I am from old photos in a treasured shoe box
And mama's handwritten journals hidden in the drawer beside her bed.
Sunydazy
Where Are You From?
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Jun. 5, 2006
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What Kind of English Do You Speak?
OK...Just for fun! I've just taken a little quiz. It seems that I use general english as my 'language' with only 20% of 'Dixie speak' thrown in.
I was born and grew up in Texas so I do have a bit of a drawl to my speech, but my mother was raised with heavy Northeastern influence. My grandmother still calls the couch a davenport...and the front porch is the front stoop, etc... Also, my hubby and I have done a lot of moving. He is originally from Washington State and we have lived in Texas, Washington State, California, Colorado and Nevada (this particular house is our 19th place of residence-maybe I'll post more on our adventures sometime). So I guess I've been influenced by various parts of the country. What kind of English do you speak? Try the quiz and find out!
http://www.blogthings.com/whatkindofamericanenglishdoyouspeakquiz/
| Your Linguistic Profile: |
| 75% General American English |
| 20% Dixie |
| 0% Midwestern |
| 0% Upper Midwestern |
| 0% Yankee |
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May. 17, 2006
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I Am, I Can
I Am, I Can
I have been tagged! A little about me!
I am - saved by grace, through faith.
I want - to be holy, even as God is holy.
I pray - that my children would do great and mighty things for the Lord.
I hate - sin in my own life.
I miss - sleeping at night :-).
I hear - crickets outside my window at night! What a peaceful sound!
I wonder - how hard will it be to keep up with 2 year old twins?.
I regret - not knowing 20 years ago what I know now.
I am not - doing what I planned right now--checkbook and bills.
I dance - with my children, as we celebrate the gifts God has given us!.
I sing - to my babies and while doing dishes...as many different styles of music as possible that still truly glorify the Lord.
I cry - when watching nearly every Michael Landon production.
I am not always - full of enough energy to get up and do anything except sit.
I make - almost everything from scratch, including grinding my own grains, preparing LOTS of fresh fruits and veggies daily, and even making totally healthy, delicious desserts.(this is a recent renewal for me...I took some time off when the babies were born)
I write - what I wish I had known when I was younger.
I confuse - my husband! ;-).
I need - to lose weight and get back into shape.
I should - excercise more.
I start - sewing projects, organization projects, crafts, gardening, and probably other projects that are on my "to do" list for years and years and years.
I finish - almost everything by a deadline (so-and-so is coming over).
I forget - people's names and what I've told whom.
I dream - of having a place in the mountains someday...and of being a grandmother.
I hope - that my everyday life is pleasing to the Lord.
I read - very few books, at the moment, not enough time.
I practice - improving my outlook on life and smiling at my children.
I study - nutrition and health.
I love - to work side by side with my children.
I expect - little from others (outside of my children); that way I'm never disappointed.
I fear - God's wrath, yet I know He has saved me from it. I fear it for those who don't trust in Him.
I yearn for - more time, more energy, more fresh air, more sunshine, more exercise!
I tag - Anyone who reads this is tagged! Feel free to post here if you don't have your own blog, or better yet, start your own blog! |
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About Me
Here you can visit our happy little acre, where we homeschool our 5 children. We believe in love of God, simplicity of life, sense of humor, and love of learning. I hope you will find encouragement while you are here.
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Sunydazy Days
Once upon a time, when things were not so complex...there was a handsome
farm boy (college boy) from the great woods of the Northwest
who came to the south on his
white stallion (White Honda Civic)
and won Buttercup's (Sunydazy's) heart.
He laid his heart at the foot of
her dress and said "Our love can be
like a storybook story. Will you be my bride?"
She accepted and they began talking
and dreaming of their perfect future
together.
Since that time they have together endured
fire swamps, ROUS's, the pit of despair
and yes, they have even teetered on
the edge of the cliff's of insanity (tee hee!)
Though their future was not quite what
they expected they still believe
in True Love.
This blog is all about the rest
of their lives where they are living
'Happily Ever After' in the land
of La Kooka Rancha.
They love to say 'you keep using
that word...I do not think it means
what you think it means.' and
'Hallo, my name is Inigo Montoya'
...but their favorite phrase is
'As you wish'....
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