Wednesday, May 26, 2010

# 8 Make Pizza


I have never made Pizza myself. I can bake a frozen one without any problems but I have been terrified to ever attempt it myself. I have to say my attempt was super delicious and next time instead of using premade dough I will attempt homemade...maybe. I will add a picture later. :-)

Tuesday, May 25, 2010

#72 Read 133 books and review them-4

The Time Traveler's Wife

I really want to see the movie but I always make myself read the book first. One of my friend's recently saw the movie and said I had to see it.

I did like this book. It took a lot of focus to follow the jumps and who was what age in what year. The past, present, and future all at the same time. I look forward to seeing the movie.

Monday, May 24, 2010

#72 Read 133 books and review them-3

Mr. Monk is Miserable

I stumbled upon this series walking around our library one day. I love the tv show and decided to give the book series a chance. I have read a few others before I started this challenge. You can always look me up on Shelfari.com to see the other books I have read or plan to read.

This book takes place in Paris and although I have never been I found myself dreaming about being in Paris. Lee does a good job at describing in great detail. Reading this is almost as good as watching the show.

Sunday, May 23, 2010

#69 Watch 100 movies and review them-3, #63 Treat someone to a movie

Shrek Forever After 3D

I have been waiting for this movie to come out and could not wait to see it. Jon did not want to go with me so I decided to take one of my munchkins.

*Advertisement* Jon and I recently bought a power pass from Marbles Kid's museum IMAX for $40 each. This thing is amazing. You can see any of the documentary movies for free and any other movie for $5. One of my favorite things about the power pass though is the special line. As an example Shrek was at 5:00pm. I picked munchkin up around 4:15 and we arrived around 4:45. We went to the bathroom, got our popcorn and watched the other 60 people in line as we then became the second in line. The power pass allows you to bring one non power pass person with you in line per power pass so that is also awesome. :-)

The trailer for Toy Story 3 looks great. Rumpelstiltskin was a cool bad guy. I loved his different wigs. Puss in boots continues to be my favorite besides donkey. Everyone should go and see it.

#69 Watch 100 movies and review them-2

If Only

I love Jennifer Love Hewitt and I am addicted to Ghost Whisperer. I was browsing netflix and came across this movie and decided to add it to my queue.

This week tends to have a not your typical happily ever after ending theme. I enjoyed it but it will not be on my favorite list. I loved Jennifer as a musician and the story line was not predictable. Appreciate what you have before it is gone. If you have the chance to redo something it might still end up the same way.

Saturday, May 22, 2010

#33 Update CPR and First-Aid

I decided to give up a Saturday (8:30-2:30) to renew my certification. I talked one of my friends into going with me and that made the class go much faster. We also entertained our instructor when after doing abdominal thrusts we started swaying as if we were dancing to a slow song at prom. We had fun and we renewed our knowledge. Next May 22nd I can renew CPR but my First-Aid is good for 3 years. Yay! I plan to talk my husband into taking it later in the year.

Friday, May 21, 2010

#72 Read 133 books and review them Book 2

Water for Elephants

I have wanted to read this for awhile. I tend to shy away from books that become super popular overnight but I did think this one looked interesting. I loved this book. If you didn't see that the author was a female and much younger it read exactly like Jacob was the author and telling you a true story. I am sad that it took me so long to finally pick it up and read it. I could've sat down and read it in one day it was so good. I highly recommend it to anyone who is looking for a good read. A true life story of a traveling circus. I fell in love with Rosie. I have always wanted an Elephant.

# 69 Watch 100 movies and review them-1

Funny People

It was 2 hours and 26 minutes long. I think I would've enjoyed it if it was an hour and 26 minutes but that extra hour put it over the top. It did have a lot of funny and famous people in it. I would give it 2.5 stars if I had to rate it. It was funny but by the end I was praying someone would die so the movie would end.

Wednesday, May 19, 2010

# 72 Read 133 books and review them. Book 1

If I had started this challenge a little earlier I could've already had 30 books but I am starting with the book I read today. Girl's guide to witchcraft by Mindy Klansky.

Jane is a librarian in D.C. and when her salary is cut she moves into the house behind the library and stumbles into witchcraft. It follows her family, her love life, and her baker friend Melissa. It was a cute story that could have been written in many less pages. It was not your typical boy meets girl and happily ever after story. I look forward to reading the next one in the series but I hope she gets to the point sooner.

# 10 Start a 101 in 1001 blog and challenge

I recently came upon one of my friend's blogs and saw her list. Shortly after I saw my sister in law post her list. I then googled the day zero project and I was inspired to start my own list. After a few days of playing with my layout and comprising 101 things I am ready to go.

101 in 1001- The Challenge

I copied this from the day zero website:

About The Project
Welcome to Day Zero, the home of the 1001 Day Project. A unique challenge that inspires you to set and achieve your personal goals in life.

The Challenge:
Complete 101 preset tasks in a period of 1001 days.

The Criteria:
Tasks must be specific (ie. no ambiguity in the wording) with a result that is either measurable or clearly defined. Tasks must also be realistic and stretching (ie. represent some amount of work on your part).

Why 1001 Days?
Many people have created lists in the past - frequently simple challenges such as New Year's resolutions or a 'Bucket List'. The key to beating procrastination is to set a deadline that is realistic. 1001 Days (about 2.75 years) is a better period of time than a year, because it allows you several seasons to complete the tasks, which is better for organising and timing some tasks such as overseas trips, study semesters, or outdoor activities.

My date is May 19, 2010 to February 13, 2013.