I read Family Tree, the latest on Angelle's Book Tour. Here are my answers.
1. In the book, many secrets had been kept. What kind of an impact did these secrets have on the characters once they were revealed?
Once Hugh found out his grandfather was black, I think it made him more understanding. At the end of the book it seemed he was going to have a better relationship with his father after he knew the truth.
2. How would you feel if your child looked like he/she was from a race neither you or your partner showed evidence of? Would you worry about your child's future?
If my child looked like they were from a different race, I would be quizzical. I don’t think I would worry too much about my child’s future- I really don’t think looking slightly different would make a big difference. I think in the book they over exaggerated her skin color. Her great grandfather was black, so her skin color could not have been that different from her parents.
3. When Hugh discovers that Lizzie is a different race than him he questions the paternity of the child. He doesn't understand why Dana is so upset that he wants to prove he is the father. Do you feel that the faith and trust you have in your partner should be enough in this situation? Would you need to prove to other people and to yourself that you were correct?
I guess it would feel different for a guy, since the woman definitely knows it is her baby. I would hope that faith and trust would be enough. Questioning the paternity of the baby would seriously hurt the relationship. I don’t think I would need to prove to other people or myself that I was correct. I guess if everyone was questioning you though, then you would eventually start questioning yourself too.
Monday, September 24, 2007
Fall TV
Yesterday was the official start of fall, even though it is still hot here. We have gotten a few nice breezes lately though. With fall comes the new season of TV. Tonight is the Dancing with the Stars premiere. I am excited to see which celebrities are good dancers. Also on tonight is K-Ville. It started last week and was really good. On Thursday I will be watching Ugly Betty, The Office, My Name is Earl, and my personal favorite Grey’s Anatomy. Desperate Housewives should be very good this Sunday; they left many cliffhangers last season. I am also going to watch Friday Night Lights, but I don’t know how long that will be on TV since they moved it to Fridays. Some shows are getting a late start; I look forward to watching Lost and Amazing Race when they come back on.
Weekend of Birthdays
On Saturday we went to New Smyrna Beach for our friend Kim’s 30th Birthday. We went to a Jazz Fest the city was having. The festival was not very big, but we did try one of the chef’s Key Lime seasonings on fish and it was delicious. We bought some to take home and the ingredients are on the package, so we will have to recreate it once it is gone. Bob made his homemade lasagna with healthy choices and you could not tell the difference. Then, we played Rummykub, which I haven’t played in years.
On Sunday we went to Seasons 52 with my parents for my Dad’s birthday. They had their autumn menu and we had a really nice time. I got my Dad speakers for his new Ipod. I bought Rummykub for us, and we played that. The game is addicting!
On Sunday we went to Seasons 52 with my parents for my Dad’s birthday. They had their autumn menu and we had a really nice time. I got my Dad speakers for his new Ipod. I bought Rummykub for us, and we played that. The game is addicting!
Friday, September 21, 2007
Odds and Ends
* Last Friday I was waiting in line at Publix for chicken tenders, this guy comes up to me and starts mumbling and pointing to his glasses. He says someone called him a freak because of them. He puts them on and asks if he looks like a sexual predator. I said I am just here to get my chicken. So, he says I guess that means yes and walks away. He also pointed out that I am married- what does that have to do with the conversation. How gross, why does he think he can just go up to strangers and ask questions like that?
* Last Saturday I went with Sam to a Bath and Body Works special event. They had breakfast and booths set up to promote their products. We were able to use 3 coupons and got $50 worth of free stuff!
* Last Sunday we went to Paw Park. It was voted #2 out of the 10 best dog parks. The park is very nice and we like it better than our dog park. This was the first time TJ was in the all dog area. TJ went around to every dog, he is so friendly. My parents dogs, Toby and JJ, came and went into the small dog park. Toby just hid under the bench, but JJ basked in the sunshine. There was a mud puddle from a hose and TJ decided it would be fun to roll in it. Good thing they have a dog shop called Paw Park Place across the way with doggie baths. The place was awesome. Bob and I were able to be on either side of him and the shower head also dispenses the soap. They have different scents like tangerine, raspberry and apple oatmeal. We got him some gourmet doggie treats and a Gator collar for the games. We entered him to be Dog of the Week- wish him luck! I will post photos from the park when I get them on my computer.
* I ordered a library book online and got it home delivered, how convenient is that? I also saw a neat website on someone else's blog called Bookmooch You send books you don't want anymore and get points to have people send you books. I sent one and 3 are in the mail for me!
* The other night around 7:30 at night a guy came knocking at our door for an alarm system. I wanted to blow him off, but Bob started talking to him. I took TJ out back for a little while and when I came in he had invited the guy inside. I was in my pajamas so I went in my room until they were done. They kept talking and talking and then Bob comes in and says we are getting an alarm system, without even asking me! Then, the door rings and the installation guys are magically at the house- how bizarre! So, there are more strange guys in my house until 9:30 at night! At least night, we are supposedly secure. I just wish Bob didn't get suckered into it. I hope it is a decent company and not some type of scam.
* I have extra vacation days, so I took Thursday and Friday off. I was a little bummed because I didn't really get to do anything or go anywhere. Bob can't really take any time off work right now. He did mention we might go to New York for his work in November. That would be cool if they had the Christmas decorations up! I just wish I had saved my days now. Next year we have several trips planned. We are going to England and France with friends. One of our friends is from England. We also have 4 weddings to attend. So, I guess I little down time isn't too bad.
Enough ranting for now!
* Last Saturday I went with Sam to a Bath and Body Works special event. They had breakfast and booths set up to promote their products. We were able to use 3 coupons and got $50 worth of free stuff!
* Last Sunday we went to Paw Park. It was voted #2 out of the 10 best dog parks. The park is very nice and we like it better than our dog park. This was the first time TJ was in the all dog area. TJ went around to every dog, he is so friendly. My parents dogs, Toby and JJ, came and went into the small dog park. Toby just hid under the bench, but JJ basked in the sunshine. There was a mud puddle from a hose and TJ decided it would be fun to roll in it. Good thing they have a dog shop called Paw Park Place across the way with doggie baths. The place was awesome. Bob and I were able to be on either side of him and the shower head also dispenses the soap. They have different scents like tangerine, raspberry and apple oatmeal. We got him some gourmet doggie treats and a Gator collar for the games. We entered him to be Dog of the Week- wish him luck! I will post photos from the park when I get them on my computer.
* I ordered a library book online and got it home delivered, how convenient is that? I also saw a neat website on someone else's blog called Bookmooch You send books you don't want anymore and get points to have people send you books. I sent one and 3 are in the mail for me!
* The other night around 7:30 at night a guy came knocking at our door for an alarm system. I wanted to blow him off, but Bob started talking to him. I took TJ out back for a little while and when I came in he had invited the guy inside. I was in my pajamas so I went in my room until they were done. They kept talking and talking and then Bob comes in and says we are getting an alarm system, without even asking me! Then, the door rings and the installation guys are magically at the house- how bizarre! So, there are more strange guys in my house until 9:30 at night! At least night, we are supposedly secure. I just wish Bob didn't get suckered into it. I hope it is a decent company and not some type of scam.
* I have extra vacation days, so I took Thursday and Friday off. I was a little bummed because I didn't really get to do anything or go anywhere. Bob can't really take any time off work right now. He did mention we might go to New York for his work in November. That would be cool if they had the Christmas decorations up! I just wish I had saved my days now. Next year we have several trips planned. We are going to England and France with friends. One of our friends is from England. We also have 4 weddings to attend. So, I guess I little down time isn't too bad.
Enough ranting for now!
Monday, September 17, 2007
Weight Loss Goal
I have decided that I really need to put my mind on my weight loss goals. I feel I have been doing ok with diet and exercise, but my weight just stays the same. So, Bob and I are back to being really good. Wish us luck!
Monday, September 10, 2007
Dog Park
Saturday we took TJ to the Dog Park for the first time, and he loved it! At first he was the only dog there. Then, about 5 other dogs came and he had fun playing with them. One of the dogs looked just like TJ. It was a great way to wear him out! I will take pictures next time we go. We could easily make it a weekly trip.
Thursday, September 6, 2007
Labor Day Weekend
I had a great Labor Day weekend! Friday night Bob got us sushi and made shrimp and crab legs! Very yummy! TJ broke a tooth on Friday because he jumped up and hit it on Bob's wedding ring- titanium is strong! He is ok though, because it is a baby tooth.
Saturday, we went to St Augustine with Sam, Ron, Chrissy, Adam and James. We walked around St. George street and shopped. For lunch we went to The Columbia Restaurant. The food there is spanish and it is delicious. I had the 1905 salad and the Arroz con Pollo. We also went to San Sebastian Winery. The map said it was only a few blocks away, but we walked for a while and it was hot! They give free samples and there is a self guided tour. I thought most of the wines tasted woody. They don't have any vineyards on site, so that was kind of disappointing. Aftwerwards we went to the Fort called Castillo de San Marcos and got some fudge at Kilwins. That night we went to Bonefish and it was very good, except for the Sangria- I had them take it back. It did not taste very good.
On Sunday Bob and his friends fenced in the yard- yea! It was a lot of work for them, but now TJ can go outside by himself. He is pretty much housetrained now. I took TJ swimming while they were building the fence and he loved it. He kept jumping in. Sunday night we went to Sam's parents. They had a birthday party for Sam with BBQ and cake.
On Monday, we went to Tampa to see my friend Chrystal. Her sister Colette has a 7 week old chocolate lab, so we took TJ to meet her. The meeting did not go too well. Chloe was really tiny so they really couldn't play together. TJ looked so big next to her. TJ had fun though and he was great in the car. He had the whole backseat and mostly slept.
Tuesday morning I was flossing and broke part of my permanent retainer. So I had to go to the dentist to get it fixed, what a pain! TJ went to the vet, he is 31 pounds! He got his last set of shots, so we can go to the dog park soon! Hope everyone had a great Labor Day weekend!
Saturday, we went to St Augustine with Sam, Ron, Chrissy, Adam and James. We walked around St. George street and shopped. For lunch we went to The Columbia Restaurant. The food there is spanish and it is delicious. I had the 1905 salad and the Arroz con Pollo. We also went to San Sebastian Winery. The map said it was only a few blocks away, but we walked for a while and it was hot! They give free samples and there is a self guided tour. I thought most of the wines tasted woody. They don't have any vineyards on site, so that was kind of disappointing. Aftwerwards we went to the Fort called Castillo de San Marcos and got some fudge at Kilwins. That night we went to Bonefish and it was very good, except for the Sangria- I had them take it back. It did not taste very good.
On Sunday Bob and his friends fenced in the yard- yea! It was a lot of work for them, but now TJ can go outside by himself. He is pretty much housetrained now. I took TJ swimming while they were building the fence and he loved it. He kept jumping in. Sunday night we went to Sam's parents. They had a birthday party for Sam with BBQ and cake.
On Monday, we went to Tampa to see my friend Chrystal. Her sister Colette has a 7 week old chocolate lab, so we took TJ to meet her. The meeting did not go too well. Chloe was really tiny so they really couldn't play together. TJ looked so big next to her. TJ had fun though and he was great in the car. He had the whole backseat and mostly slept.
Tuesday morning I was flossing and broke part of my permanent retainer. So I had to go to the dentist to get it fixed, what a pain! TJ went to the vet, he is 31 pounds! He got his last set of shots, so we can go to the dog park soon! Hope everyone had a great Labor Day weekend!
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