These are the thoughts and observations of me — a woman of a certain age. (Oh, my, God, I'm 65!) I'm single. I'm successful enough (independent, self supporting). I live just outside Chicago, the best city in the world. I'm an aunt and a friend. I feel that voices like mine are rather underrepresented online or in print. So here I am. If my musings resonate with you, please visit my blog again sometime.
Monday, November 05, 2007
"Give Me 5 Monday"
Here's my first entry in a new meme by Becca. I'll let her describe it in her own words:
The 'Give Me Five' Monday meme is designed to share fun information with each other in a simple short list! Here's how it works. Each week, I will put out a random topic from my list of topics and you share 5 answers of your choice on the given topic and link back here! You can add photos, links or stories or just a simple list of your own of 5 things that relate to the topic as it pertains to you and your life experiences. It doesn't have to be in any order of importance unless otherwise specified.
Today's topic: Give Me 5 Smells That Remind You of Childhood
1) Hot chocolate. My oldest friend's dad used to take us sledding and then to a local restaurant for hot chocolate. It's a dear memory.
2) Cinnamon. I used to hate oatmeal (I'm still not a big fan), so my mom would make Cream of Wheat instead and add a liberal amount of cinnamon.
3) Avon Skin-So-Soft Bath Oil. I remember that smell lingering in the steam after my mother took her bath.
4) Sweet Honesty by Avon. The kids' cologne I was allowed to wear when I was in grammar school. Does Avon still make it?
5) Chlorine. Swimming lessons! How accomplished I felt the first time I swam the length -- not the width, the LENGTH -- of the pool!
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Just another Manic Monday
Describe yourself in one word: Lazy
What is your favorite kitchen utensil and why? My paring knife. It must be my favorite because it gets the most use. Even on those days when all I have for dinner is a Lean Cuisine, I use the paring knife to slit the cover.
What is the one thing that frightens you the most about growing old? Losing my independence.
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What is your favorite kitchen utensil and why? My paring knife. It must be my favorite because it gets the most use. Even on those days when all I have for dinner is a Lean Cuisine, I use the paring knife to slit the cover.
What is the one thing that frightens you the most about growing old? Losing my independence.
For more information, or to join in yourself, visit Manic Monday.