September 26, 2007
Fourteen Random Things
Mocha Momma participated in a meme in which she was to reveal 7 random facts, but she changed it to seven songs she was listening to.
I loved that idea so I’m a going to be a little copy cat, but with a twist. Below are seven favorite songs on my iPod that I sweat to on the elliptical machine.
But wait! Mom2Amara tagged me for the 7 Random Facts meme, so I’m including seven more really random things. It’s “All You Ever Wanted To Know About Dana” day. Lucky you!
First, the workout music:
1. Sleeping Single in a Double Bed - Barbara Mandrell. I know you all are laughing your heinies off about this one, but it’s got a great rhythm to it. I always move faster and I have to fight the urge to sing along to the song. I think the other ladies would think I’m CA-razy if I did that. You all know I am nuts, but they don’t need to know that.
2. My Style - Black Eyed Peas. The beat to this song is fab. This is the one that makes me sweat the most. Probably because I’m imagining dirty dancing with Justin Timberlake the entire time. (Why yes, he is featured in this song!)
3. Only in My Dreams - Debbie Deborah Gibson. What? This is my reality check. See song #2. Plus, it’s a little reminiscent of my elementary school years, and again, I have to fight the urge to sing it loud.
4. Memphis Soul Stew - Solomon Burke. This is a mostly instrumental soul song (Solomon does a little narration) with a great saxophone intro that reminds me of the sax player from The Muppet Show. Actually, the whole song reminds me of Dr. Teeth and the Electric Mayhem and that’s just funky.
5. Lonely Teardrops - Michael Jackson version. It’s a more upbeat rendition of the classic Jackie Wilson song. I often shake my hips a bit while working out to this one. Picture it: Me on the elliptical, hip shaking and trying to look like I’m not. Good times.
6. She’s a Lady - Tom Jones. Need I say more? Okay, I confess: I feel sexy when I work out to this tune. Can you blame me? Don’t answer that. And one more thing; when I sweat to this song, I always imagine I’m dancing the Cha Cha Cha with Maxim Chmerkovskiy. Now that’s hot.
7. You Can Leave Your Hat On - Joe Cocker. You can laugh. Go on, laugh. I’ll wait. Done? I just like this song as my cool down on the machine. It’s slower and yes, it is from the soundtrack to the move Nine 1/2 Weeks. Blame it on the inner stripper in me.
On to the seven random blurbs:
1. My husband and I will celebrate our sixth wedding anniversary on October 13. Because Doug has to work that day, I decided to spend the day with Dawson. I’m taking him to see the show Go! Diego! Go! Live! in Appleton. We’ll also visit the Fox Cities Children’s Museum and we’re going to T.G.I Friday’s for lunch. I figure I should have one choice in the day’s plans, right?
2. Next weekend I must attend a work function. It’s a meeting/company picnic and my family gets to come along. We leave Friday, October 5th and stay overnight at the Heidel House Resort in Green Lake. I’m so excited I could pee green. I’m anxious to see the fall colors and take some hikes on the fabulous trails. The work part doesn’t even bother me that much! That cool thing is that Princeton is nearby, and they have the largest flea market in Wisconsin. I’m pumped to hunt for treasures there!
3. The last few weeks, I have been in a funk — musically speaking. I’ve been searching iTunes for old music from the 50s and 60s. My parents listened to the oldies a lot when I was a kid. I’ve been in an Everly Brothers mood, and Cathy’s Clown has been in my head all morning.
4. Bill Cosby is coming to our local university on October 12. I saw him when he was here four years ago and I had the best time. I really want to go again. Mr. Cosby is just….amazing. In so many ways, he reminds me of my father. The mannerisms, the sense of humor, the great facial expressions. Maybe it’s because I watched The Cosby Show everyday after school (by the time we got cable the show was in syndication). I get teary-eyed just thinking about it. I have no idea why. I just love him. Bill Cosby is a great man.
5. I’m making coffee in our office because The Big Boss is coming here today. Normally I love, love, love the smell of coffee brewing. Today it is making me sick to my stomach. Maybe I’m just nervous because THE BIG BOSS is on his way here!
6. I teach CCD at my church and the first class was last Wednesday. I’m teaching sixth grade this year. Last year I taught eighth grade. Let me just say, 11-year-olds are far less intimidating than 13-going-on-30-year-olds. I don’t know how junior school teachers manage! Perhaps it’s the reason why they’ve got the degree in teaching. Bless them for their courage!
7. I went to bed at 9:30 last night and woke up at 6:30 this morning. In between those hours, I got up five times to pee. This blood pressure medication is also known as a diuretic — and boy, oh boy, do I have to race like a pisshorse use the facilities quite often these days.
I’m supposed to tag seven people (or 14 in this case). I’ll just tag these peeps because I know they’ll do it. That is if they haven’t already!
Liz from This Full House
Elizabeth from Table 4 Five
Shannon from Believer in Balance
Lisa from Midwestern Mommy
Mary from Mom Writes (but I think you’ve done this already, right Mary? I can’t even remember.)
Leslie from My Mommy’s Place
Amber from Crazy Bloggin’ Canuck
(I know, that’s only seven, but I got lazy after awhile!)
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September 26th, 2007 at 11:25 am, Wisconsin Mommy Says:
I love Bill Cosby too. He delivered the commencement address when I got my Masters from Boston College - of course, because I was in such a rush and did the degree in one year, I technically graduated in August rather than in June and had a class on the actual graduation day. The prof. wouldn’t excuse me from class for the ceremony and I was too much of a perfectionist to take a zero for the day, so I missed him!
And the middle schoolers scare us teacher-types too!! That’s why there are always more job vacancies in the middle and upper grades
September 26th, 2007 at 12:59 pm, Miss Says:
I’m not even going to mention the whole smells making you sick/pee thing. I do love your lists though!! I want to go on that trip with you!! It sounds perfect!
September 26th, 2007 at 1:13 pm, Liz Says:
Thanks for tagging me - this should be fun - especially, hopped up on pain pills and the fact that I’m feeling so random…and all ;o)
September 26th, 2007 at 6:58 pm, patois Says:
What does the blood pressure medicine do to your procreating abilities? And does it have any impact on a negative or a positive reading? Just wondering.
September 26th, 2007 at 7:02 pm, Dana Says:
Patois, I didn’t start the bp pills until after I took my test. I was told to make sure I’m not pregnant before I start taking it. But I still don’t have my period, so I’m thinking the stress is that problem. I’ve got a check-up next week, so I’m going to be asking a lot of questions!
September 27th, 2007 at 1:12 pm, This Full House » Thursdays Thirteen - is the new Fourteen Random Things - at our house, anyways. Says:
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September 27th, 2007 at 8:07 pm, mom2amara Says:
I can’t get Tom Jones out of my head now…
And back in the day, I taught CCD too. I had fifth graders and would bring in candy bars to “reward” correct answers…but it was really just to keep them from talking so much.
September 27th, 2007 at 9:30 pm, Dana Says:
Seriously, you rock. I bring in jolly ranchers. They can’t talk and suck on hard candy at the same time!
October 3rd, 2007 at 4:06 pm, Leslie Says:
I’m sorry it took me so long to get my butt over here. Thanks for the tag! You know I’ll do it.
And I love Bill Cosby. Bill Cosby Himself is just about the funniest thing I’ve ever seen.
The Everly Brothers? I have their greatest hits in my iPod. LOVE them.
October 20th, 2007 at 8:42 am, Believer in Balance Says:
Thanks for the tag! I’m sorry it’s taken me so long to respond!!!! Happy belated anniversary!