Tuesday 4 Meme- October Reading

 

October Reading

 Welcome to Tuesday 4 in memory of  our friend Toni Taddeo..

Most people love to read.  It opens other world's to us.  Autumn weather is often conducive to reading as weather can be chillier and rainy. Cozying up with a book can be a lovely way to spend some time.

1. How do you relax in the evening after dinner?  I watch YouTube videos or news.
2. Do you read in bed? What kind of books do you read?  no, I read in my living room.  I do not read to relax right before bed.  It is typically part of my day.
   
3. Do you have a list of books you look forward to reading?  I have a list on Goodreads.
4. What is the best book you've ever read and why?  Or.. how about the worst book you feel you wasted time reading?  This isn't the best book I ever read, I read a lot of good books..but it did make a difference in my life.  It is a teacher book called Teach Happier This School Year.  It made me focus more on me and my family.  Teachers put everything into our jobs, we want to...but this book make you change little things.  Let yourself eat out, do things with your family.  Even just once a month, get out and forget about your job for a while.  Then at school it talks about how to give a small gift to a teacher friend to help them have a good day.  Being a teacher is stressful, but we love it and love those kids.  I think this book helped me be a better teacher.  You have to take care of yourself first.  Also, The Anxious Generation book explained why kids are acting the way they are.  If you haven't read it, I highly recommend it.  It explains the affects of social media, internet, video games...what they are doing to kids.

Sunday Stealing Looks Back on September

 

Sunday Stealing Looks Back on September

In the Past Month Meme

During September, did you ...

1. Drink alcohol?  no

2. Try a new recipe?  no

3. Go shopping with friends? yes

4. Eat an entire box of cookies by yourself? no

5. Dye your hair?  no, but I have an appointment coming soon.

Saturday 9: That's So True (2024)

 

That's So True

Saturday 9: That's So True (2024)

Unfamiliar with this week's tune? Hear it here.

 
1) In this song, Gracie Abrams can't stop thinking about her ex. Who is on your mind this morning?  Always my mom.  I went to see her last night.  She was about the same, a little more confused than normal, but it was getting late in the day.  I had to visit after work.

 

2) She wonders if she should warn his new girl about him. Think of the last time someone offered you advice. Did you take it?  It would probably have been something about behavior at work, so yes, I would have taken their advice.  I will try anything within reason.

3) She concludes her old boyfriend wasn't worthy of her love and attention, and now sees him as "just another dude." What is something you regret spending time on? (It doesn't have to be a romance.)  Maybe social media.  It is a time suck and a waste of time.

 

4) On July 31, Gracie Abrams performed at Lollapalooza in Chicago. More than 100,000 attended the first day of the outdoor festival. It was sunny and 79º. Describe your perfect day (weatherwise).  Maybe more like 60's, sunny with low humidity.  I like to take a long recess when it is like that.

 

5) Gracie's father is J.J. Abrams, perhaps best known for directing the 2009 Star Trek movie and Star Wars: The Force Awakens. Would you rather watch Star Trek or Star Wars?  neither really, but I will say Star Wars.

6) She is very much a 21st century artist in that she doesn't rely on radio to introduce her music to her fans, often sharing demos on TikTok. Do you watch, or create content for, TikTok?  I try to stay off there.

7) In 2024, when "That's So True" was released, Madonna set a record. Her free concert in Brazil drew the largest audience (1.6 million) ever. What's your favorite Madonna song?  Material Girl is kind of fun.

8) Also in 2024, former President Jimmy Carter died. In addition to his work in politics and philanthropy, Mr. Carter wrote more than 30 books. Who wrote the last book you finished? Carley Fortune- One Golden Summer-very good book.

9) Random question: What sound stresses you out? the phone ringing, I always think something has gone wrong with my mom.

Sunday Stealing: Memememe -- Part 2

 

Sunday Stealing: Memememe -- Part 2

Memememe -- Part 2

11. You can build a dream house anywhere in the world. Where would it be located?

I don't know, we might just stay in Missouri, but build the house near the lake

so we have a nice view.  

12. Have you ever taken a photo in a photo booth?  yes, those are so fun, but

I do not have the photo anymore.

13. What's your favorite kind of mustard (dijon, spicy brown, bright yellow)? I 

like spicy mustard.

14. What did you do on New Year's Eve?  We don't go out, we just watch the ball 

drop and then go to bed.

15. Did your parents ever share memories of their high school days?  a few

16. What's the most famous thing to happen in your home town?  Nothing

famous happens here.  The closest is Springfield, which is maybe 30 minutes

away.  Brad Pitt is from there and premiered one of his movies there.  It was 

one he was proud to show to his mom.  I think it was Meet Joe Black.  

Fun fact- we went to church with his brother Doug and wife Lisa.  When

Josh was really little, they were sitting behind us and Josh was starting

to fuss a little.  She held him for a little bit to calm him down.  They are 

great people.  Doug started a charity that sends food home with kids in

schools that need it over the weekend.

17. Did you ever have a MySpace page?  yes, this is when I first started

finding my friends from high school and college.

18. Will you eat a cookie today?  no, but maybe a brownie.

19. Who is the last person you spoke to – not texted with – on the phone?  My son

Josh.

20. Do you play poker?  not since college.

Saturday 9- The Entertainer (The Theme from The Sting) 1973

 

The Entertainer (Theme from The Sting)

The Entertainer (The Theme from The Sting) 1973

Unfamiliar with this week's song. Hear it here.

Chosen in memory of Robert Redford: Aug. 18, 1936 - Sept. 16, 2025

1) The Sting marked the second teaming of Robert Redford and Paul Newman. The two enjoyed almost 40 years of friendship. One passion they shared was sports cars. Newman raced Porsches professionally and Redford was deft behind the wheel of a classic Karmann Ghia convertible. Think about one of your longest friendships. What did you two first bond over? we bonded over teaching special education, make-up and curly hair products.  She is my teacher bestie.

2) During their first movie together – Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid – Redford was late so often that Newman joked they should change the title to, "Waiting for Lefty." Do you have a friend who is perpetually tardy? Or are you that friend?  She is that friend...she has a little boy and is often late, I am always early.

 

3) Back in 1936, when Redford was born, baseball's Hall of Fame opened in Cooperstown. Coincidentally, two members of his high school class of 1954 are represented in the Hall: Redford, with memorabilia from his baseball film, The Natural, and his teammate on the Van Nuys Wolves, Don Drysdale. "Big D" was inducted for his stellar Dodger pitching career. Have you recently spoken to, or corresponded with, one of your high school classmates?  I talk to high school friends on facebook all of the time, but not in person very often.


4) Redford admitted he had a few run ins with law enforcement during his teen years. He specifically recalled being picked up for breaking into the neighbors' back yard and swimming in their pool. Were you a mischievous kid?  no, not at all.

5) Redford went on to CU Boulder. He confessed to being a distracted student and only lasted a year and a half. While not good in class, he was popular with his coworkers at his after school job, mopping floors and cleaning bathrooms at a restaurant called The Sink. The restaurant is still thriving, and Redford returned whenever he was in Boulder. He wore a Sink t-shirt during a national press conference in 2018 and when asked what The Sink was, he was happy to plug his former employer. Do you often wear graphic tees, decorated with a favorite band, restaurant logo, team mascot, vacation destination, etc.? I do have several t-shirts that are STL. Cardinals, KC Chiefs and the school I work at Reeds Spring Wolves.

6) When he was a struggling New York actor, he and his wife lost their first child to crib death. Redford told AARP magazine that he blamed himself, and said it's a wound that never healed. Tell us about a time you felt guilty but shouldn't have.  I am that person that feels guilty about everything.  I have no idea why I am like that, but I hate it.

7) Legendary costume designer Edith Head said she liked putting Redford in hats because they balanced his strong, square jaw. Do you take your figure flaws into consideration when you choose your clothes? definitely

8) Forever fit, Redford credited his physique on exercise and genes, not diet. He said, "Healthy food is good for the conscience, but Oreos taste a helluva lot better." What's the last cookie, candy or treat you indulged in?  I had a Whatchamacallit candy bar.

 
9) Random question: Do you prefer to bathe or shower first thing in the morning, after work, or before bed? first thing in the morning.

I LOVE The Entertainer.  It is played a lot around here where I live in Missouri at the place Josh used to work...Silver Dollar City.  It is a theme park set in the 1880's.  The Entertainer is from 1899, so close enough I guess.

Tuesday 4 meme- Autumnal Equinox

 

Autumnal Equinox

 

Welcome to Toni Taddeo's Tuesday 4... are you ready for Autumn?

Monday,  September 22 is the Autumnal Equinox, the first day of the Autumn season.  

Autumn is the name of the season and fall is the term for the time of Autumn when leaves begin to fall from the trees.   Let's discuss it.....

1. Are there pumpkins or chrysanthemums on your porch or are you planning on putting some out?  Not yet, but I will definitely be getting mums soon and hopefully a pumpkin or two.

2. Are stores around you showing Autumn clothing and decor now?  Here in New Jersey, leaves on some trees are changing slowly and temperatures are way down . What is it like in your neck of the woods?  It has been hot and dry, but this week we are supposed to get rain.

3. Do you have plans for Thanksgiving yet? no          

4 . If we can arrange an autumn trip or get away for you, where will you choose to go and why?  I would enjoy a weekend getaway to Arkansas, it is close to where I live and it is really pretty there.  Just a restful getaway with some shopping and driving around.

Sunday Stealing: Memememe -- Part 1

 

Sunday Stealing: Memememe -- Part 1

Memememe -- Part 1

1. The phone rings. Who do you want it to be?  My son Josh.

2. When shopping at the grocery store, do you return your cart?  not if I have

to take the cart to my car, I leave it at the cart return.

3. In a social setting, are you more of a talker or a listener? Listener

4. Do you take compliments well?  I get embarrassed.  I try to be thankful though.

5. Do you play Sudoku or Wordle?  I have played Wordle a few times.

6. Did you ever go to camp as a kid?  no

7. Could you date someone with different religious beliefs than you?  no

8. Would you rather pursue or be pursued?  be pursued.

9. Have you ever fired a gun?  yes, handgun and rifle

10. Would you rather dine at Olive Garden or Panera?  Olive Garden