2009 Genevieve's Choice Awards

1) DRINKING BUDDIES OF THE YEAR -
My BFFs Ruth, Aileen & Yvonne, plus my cousin Joseph. Even though the one who really drank was Joseph. We just enjoyed plying him with alcohol and posing for pictures with bottles of alcohol in our hands.

2) LIFETIME SERVICE AWARD (longest friends) -
My BFFs since high school are Ruth, Aileen & Yvonne, so they'll always win this award every year. I suppose I should rename this category "Honorary GRAY Member" which this year would go to my cousin Joseph.

3) NEWCOMER AWARD (newest friends) -
I have to say that 2009 was easier to handle with the help of my coworkers Christine G., Malia & Rajeana. As much as I appreciate where I work, without these partners in crime, my days at work would be simply long & arduous.

4) HIGH POINT OF THE YEAR?
Ending it on a high point.

5) LOW POINT OF THE YEAR?
Almost ending it on a low point.

6) BEST HOLIDAY IN 2009?
New Year's Eve. It was a simple family affair at my parents', but I got to witness my nephews, Gareth and Yvonne dancing to Rayman's Raving Rabbid.

7) YOUR SONG FOR 2009
Ugh. I have to pick just one? I listened to a lot of Sara Bareilles this year, but the song with lyrics that resonated at the end of this year is Kelly Clarkson's "Already Gone." But if it's just pure, unadulterated fun? BEP's "Boom Boom Pow", Shakira's "She Wolf", Lady Gaga's "Bad Romance" and Ke$ha's "Tik Tok." LoL..

8) MOVIE FOR 2009?
The one I looked forward to the most? Harry Potter. The one that made me cry? UP. The most visually pleasing? Avatar.

9) WHAT DID YOU DO ON YOUR BIRTHDAY?
Got together with my BFFs and then had a birthday breakfast with Gareth, my parents, Auntie Gay & Uncle Ben, Kuya, Yvonne & my nephews.

10) WHO DID YOU SPEND VALENTINES WITH?
My husband. Oh, and my mother-in-law..LoL. We went to Moclips Ocean Crest Resort. Beautiful & relaxing, even with the snow and crashing wave 100 feet below our room.

11) BEST RELATIONSHIP?
I reconnected with some old friends this year, and to be able to pick up where we'd left off has been truly gratifying.

12) WHAT WERE YOU FOR HALLOWEEN?
Me. I don't dress up for Halloween.

13) RESTAURANT OF THE YEAR?
Any good Thai restaurant works for me, but Thai Bistro is the closest & has such a relaxing ambiance.

14) BOOK OF THE YEAR?
Wow. Can't think of one that stood out this year. I really did not read many new books this year. Sad.

15) BEST DECISION MADE THIS YEAR?
To rid my life of unhealthy distractions and focus on only the good.

16) WHAT ARE YOUR PLANS FOR 2010?
Travel a little more. Write a little more. Make date nights really count. Work on the house.

17) MOST STUPID IDEA WHEN DRUNK..
I get enough stupid ideas without drinking. If I did get drunk, the stupidest idea would be to drive. Second would be to text someone. Have you not seen TextFromLastNight.com?

18) TV SHOW OF THE YEAR?
I still love The Office, and enjoy what I call the "surrounding" shows: Parks & Rec, Community, 30 Rock. I just started Netflixing "How I Met Your Mother" before the end of the year and I really like it. But my guilty pleasure is still SYTYCD.

19) MOST LOYAL FRIEND?
Gareth tops my list, as well as my brothers. As far as non-relatives, my BFFs...even though technically two of them are related by marriage.

20) BIGGEST CHANGE OF THE YEAR!
My cell phone number. I've had that number for a long time. But with the new year comes new beginnings.

21) BIGGEST RETARD AWARD?
Kanye West.

22) NEW YEAR RESOLUTION?
As always, to take better care of myself and appreciate my loved ones more.

Being Lazy on My Birthday

Can you fill this out without lying?
Don't see why not....

What's the last thing you put in your mouth?
Coffee

Have you ever kissed anyone named Matthew?
Don't think so...

Where was your default picture taken
In my house...the kittens were on the kitty condo...

Last person you rode in a car with under the age of 20?
My niece Michelle

Can you play guitar hero?
Yep...not well, but well enough

Last time you walked further than a block?
Last night after dinner, took a stroll with Gareth, Mum and the wee-wees on the BPA trail

Name someone that made you laugh today?
Gareth..... and Jimmy Fallon.

How late did you stay up last night and why?
11-ish... Called it a day after enjoying a lovely Friday.

If you could move somewhere else, where would it be?
Someplace warm that overlooked the ocean...

Ever been kissed under fireworks?
*Thinking* There were fireworks going off outside....does that count?

Which of your friends lives closest to you?
Ate Chie lives just down the way...

Do you believe ex's can be friends?
I do. I've managed to stay friends with my exes, but of course it's not exactly ideal for the I'm with.


Do you prefer to call or text?
Text...

How do you feel about Diet Dr Pepper?
*shrugs* wutev...

When was the last time you cried really hard?
Really hard? Last July...


Where is your biological father right now?
Probably on his way home from work...

What bed did you sleep in last night?
The big, comfy one I share with Gareth...

What was the last thing someone bought for you?
Lunch at Black Angus from my parents...

When is your birthday?
Today! Wee!!

Who took your profile picture?
I did....

Who was the last person you took a picture of?
My niece Aubrey

Was yesterday better than today?
Yesterday was quite nice, but I suspect today will be even nicer.

Can you live a day without TV?
Yup...

What are you listening to?
My husband singing song parodies

Are you mad about anything?
Nope...nothin' to be mad about....except maybe gas prices, but I vanpool, so I'm golden.

Do you think relationships are ever really worth it?
Of course.

Last time you spent the night at someone's house?
Hmmm... last July?

When was the last time you were extremely disappointed?
Extremely... I'd say October 2005 when i miscarried.

Would you take your ex back?
No, thank you...

Where do you wish you were right now?
On our Disney Cruise ....

What should you be doing right now?
Hmmm..nothin. It's my birthday and I can do whatever I want, Gareth said. So, actually, I should be getting ready soon to head out to the zoo...

Is anything bothering you right now?
A sniffly nose from allergies...

Are you a bad influence?
LoL...depends on whom you ask.

Night out or night in?
Night in...

What items could you not go without during the day?
Sunscreen, my wallet & my cell phone

Would you share a drink with a stranger?
Absolutely not.

Who was the last person you visited in the hospital?

Nanay before they let her go home...

Last hug?
My mama...

Are you more of a coffee or alcohol drinker?
Coffee

Do you ever think about any of your exes?
They cross my mind some times...


How do you feel about your life right now?
I'm happy and content. Can't complain.

How many times have you been pulled over by the police?
Three... twice for speeding, once for a broken headlight

Do you hate anyone?
I agree with Lewie-- not worth my time or energy

Do you like anyone right now?
I like lots of people....

Will you have a valentine next year?
For the rest of my life I would hope....

Anyone upset you lately?
Nope...it's my birthday, they better not....

Last person you talked to on the phone?
My mother-in-law

Can you easily tell if someone is fake?
I've got a pretty accurate fake-dar...

How's your heart?
Quite full....

60 things may not have known about me until you read this...

What color is your toothbrush?
Pink & white

What were you doing 45 minutes ago?
Baking a double stack...chocoloate pecan brownie topped with pecan chocolate chip cookie layer. For my team meeting tomorrow.


What is your favorite candy bar?
Used to be Snickers. Now it's Payday.


What is the last thing you said aloud?
I love you. To Gareth before he turned in for the night.

What is the best ice cream flavor?
A toss up between Jamoca Almond Fudge and Butter Pecan.

What was the last thing you had to drink?
Coke Zero

What are you wearing right now?
Still in jeans and t-shirt.

What was the last thing you ate?
Barbecue pork ribs, corn and mashed potatoes. Crockpots are a wonderful thing. Turned it .. I left for work and when I got home, just had to make instant mash and steam some corn and had dinner was ready in less than 30 minutes.

Have you bought any new clothing items this week?
Nopes. May do some shopping in Portland, Oregon this weekend. Tax free. Woohoo!

When was the last time you ran?
Huh. S'been a while. Does fast walking count? I was trying to make sure I got to my vanpool meeting place on time.

What is your favorite flavor of popcorn?
Just plain ol' buttered.

Who is the last person you sent a comment/message to on MySpace?
My cousin Melody.

Do you take vitamins daily?
I should. I forget. Probably because I forget to take 'em.

Do you go to church every Sunday?
No. I've done better this year than the last few years.

Do you have a tan?
A natural one.

Do you like Chinese food over pizza?
Depends on my mood.

Do you drink your soda with a straw?
Usually.

What did your last text message say?
From Mama & Papa: Please call.

Are you someone's best friend?
Yup. Three someones. Sometimes four.

What are you doing tomorrow?
Working.

Look to your left, what do you see?
Gareth's shelves of DVDs.

What do you think of when you think of Australia?
That Oceanic Flight 815 departed from there before it crashed on an island that apparently can be moved...!

What is your birth stone?
Alexandria or Pearl

Do you go in at a fast food place or just hit the drive thru?
Usually drive through.

Do you have a dog?
I love with four of 'em. Two I claim as my own.

Last guy you talked on the phone with?
My Kuya...

Last girl you talked on the phone with?
My Mama..

Have you met anyone famous?
Josh Lucas, when he was in town promoting Glory Road. Apparently he grew up in Gig Harbor, so there was a special screening of the movie. I met Jerry Bruckheimer too.

Ever go to college?
Yup.

Do you dye your hair?
Nope... Tried to highlight it a couple times, but never really took.

Last song listened to?
The lyrics to Landon Pigg's "I Can't Let Go" are running through my head, so that must be it.

Can you say the alphabet backwards?
I suppose if I took the time to try. But why would I..?

Favorite pair of shoes you wear all the time?
My Reebok or Nike sneaks are my favorite pairs, but what I wear all the time are my black or brown boots.

Are you jealous of anyone?
Honestly? All the women I know who've gotten pregnant recently. I know at least 5 women, coworkers and relatives, who are expecting within the next 6 months.

Do you love anyone?
Of course.

What do you usually do during the day?
Work from 8 to 5 with an hour commute each way.

Do you hate anyone that you know right now?
Nope. It's not right to hate.

Do you use the word 'hello' daily?
Yup.

Do you like cats?
I have no choice.

Have you ever been to Six Flags?
Yes, but it's been a while.

How did you get your worst scar?
I took on a bus while I was on a scooter in Victoria, BC. The bus won, of course. I had to have 32 stitches on my left calf. I remember being on my back on the side of the road and opening my eyes to see a bunch of Chinese people looking down at me. Apparently it was a tour bus full of Chinese tourists.

What is a meme?

I always thought these surveys were called "Memes" because they were "about me"...hence me..me. But it's not pronounced "mimi"...it's "Meme" that rhymes with dream. And apparently, without the long Darwinian explanation, it's an idea that can replicate and evolve, like a gene.

1. Are you in a complicated relationship?
Complicated in that we're two complicated individuals, but the relationship itself is strong & comfortable in its complexities.

2. Is anyone in love with you?
I would hope so....

3.Where is your second home?
My parents' house in Lakewood.

4. When was the last time you cried?
December 17, 2007 was when I had my last long cry. It would've been my maternal grandmother's 93rd birthday had she not passed away earlier that year.

5. Who's the last person who hugged you?
My niece, Aubrey.

6. Who's the last person you held hands with?
My husband, Gareth.

7. What did you do 3 nights ago?
That would've been Friday night, and the Mr. and I went out to dinner then had a nice evening in watching a DVD.

8. Ever call somebody boo?
One of our two black cats, Boo.

9. Are you happy with your life right now?
I can't say I'm totally happy with certain aspects of it, but all in all, I really can't complain.

10. Does anyone have a crush on you?
Hmmmm....I think Gareth's moved beyond the crush stage. :)

11. What were you doing in May of 1994?
Geez...I believe I was just about to graduate with my AA and start my illustrious career with the state.

12. McDonalds or Wendys?
McDonalds for fries, Wendys for the Oriental Chicken Salad.

13. Have you ever broken someones heart?
Yup.

14. Do you text message often?
I usually exchange a few during the day.

15. Do you have any scars?
Two major ones. One from a gash from my scooter vs. bus accident, and one to provide the skin for the graft to cover the gash.

16. What's the last thing you bought, and how much did you spend?
Trash bags, pet food & bread. About $10.

17. Who was the last person that texted you?
One of my brothers...I think it was Mark.

18. Who was the last person who called you?
My mother-in-law, to come fix her laptop. Yes, she called, even though she's just down the hall from me. I do that to Gareth, too, when he's in his study.

19. Who's your cell phone company?
Sprint

21. What is your favorite thing to wear?
Jeans, t-shirt and sneaks.


22. Whos your craziest friend to be with?
Ruth provides the most laughs because no topic is sacred.

23. Baseball or Football?
Football


24. Favorite type of food?
Filipino

25. Have you ever gone white-water rafting?
Nope ~ but we've been talking about it.

26. How is the weather right now?
Just had the first gorgeous weekend in a long time.


27. what are you listening to right now?
My myspace player, right now it's on She by Elvis Costello

28. Where was the last place you went besides your house?
Stopped at Fred Meyers to pick up trash bags, pet food & bread.


29. What's the most important thing you've learned so far in 08'?
That even though time seems to fly faster as we get older, life is not a race.


30. Does a hug make you feel better?
Yes.


31. What did you do today?
Just got home from an Oscar party at a friend's... my first Oscar party ever. We played Red Carpet Bingo and predicted the winners and a game where you racked up points whenever certain things happened or specific words were mentioned. It was silly, but fun!


32. How long ago did you hug someone?
Hugged my niece yesterday...


33. Did you believe that boys/girls had cooties?
Nahh....

34. Lyrics stuck in your head?
Everythings gonna be alright

35. What are you doing tomorrow?
Going to work.

36. Have you ever given money to a homeless person?
If the light's long and I have change in my coin tray...

37. What does the 14th text message in your inbox say?
Call me.

38. Do you like someone?
I like a lot of people....


39. Do they know you like them?
I would hope so....

40. Whats your middle name?
My maiden name ~ De Guzman


41. Where's your favorite place to be in the summer?
I like sun & lots of water ~ so, the pier, waterfront, Ocean Shores, Victoria, BC.

42. Whats your profile song?
I have a lot...


43. How do you feel about your life right now?
Like I said, I can't complain. There are certain things I wish & hope for but I'm a very patient person.

44. Are you scared of snakes?
Not really ~ but I've only seen them behind glass cages...if I came across one, say in my back yard, then I'd say yes.


45. What did you think about your last kiss?
It was sweet.

46. Who was the last person you rode in a car with under 18?
My nephew Andrew and my niece Aubrey when we babysat them last month.

Tag!

Here's how you play: Once you've been tagged you have to write a blog with 10 weird, random, facts, habits or goals about yourself , at the end choose 10 people to be tagged, list their names and why you tagged them. Don't forget to leave them a comment saying (You're It!) and to go read your blog. You can not tag the person that tagged you, so since you can't tag me back, let me know when you are done so that I can go read YOUR blog answers


1) I feel suffocated if I don't stick a foot out from under the comforter. Gareth calls it my snorkel-foot.

2) I think I look better with glasses than without. No one ever agrees with me, but I don't feel like me without them.

3) Right now, if I had to choose between Jack Bauer of 24 or Jim on The Office, I'd pick Jim. Until the next season of 24.

4) I'd rather shop for books or office supplies than clothes.

5) If sleeping or reading were Olympic sports, I'd win a gold medal in each.

6) My 1st grade teacher's comment on my report card: "Genevieve is very talkative." Scarred me for life. LoL...not really, but it stuck with me.

7) I am the proud owner of six Webkinz: Paddy the Google (Platypus-like), Penny the Pig, Diner the Black Bear, Budweiser the Clydesdale, Moo Baca the Cow and a yet to be named Raccoon. Yes, I play kids games online, but I feel smarter for it.

8) I'm not a very nice person when I'm deprived of rice, coffee or sleep.

9) I'm very proud of the fact even though it's been over 30 years since I left the Philippines, I can still read, understand and speak my native language. I thank my parents, grandparents, aunts, uncles & cousins who didn't let me forget. Like Verizon says, "It's the network." But Verizon has nothing on Filipinos.

10) I'm more spirtual than religious, but I have great faith and I do believe prayer works and God never gives us more than we can handle.

And now for taggage:

You!

I've Come to Realize....

1. I've come to realize that my butt;
will continue to expand to fill available space if I don't start working out again...

2. I've come to realize that when I talk;
I spend a little too much time thinking of the right words to use.

3. I've come to realize that, if I love someone;
I put their needs and welfare before my own....

4. I've come to realize that, I need;
time to myself with a good book and a cup of good coffee to wind down.

5. I've come to realize that, Ive lost;
a great deal of respect for those who only think of themselves.

6. I've come to realize that, I hate it when;
any of my loved ones are hurt, especially if they're hurt by those they love.

7. I've come to realize that, if I'm drunk;
I'm quieter than I usually am. Because either 1) I can't breathe or 2) I'm sleepy.

8. I've come to realize that marriage;
gave me someone who loves me unconditionally, someone with whom I can laugh, dream, pray and make memories.

9. I've come to realize that my faults;
are characteristics I can improve if I really wanted to.

10. I've come to realize that, I'll always be;
my mother's daughter, my father's only girl and my brothers' sister and my niece & nephew's Tita Em. And that make me happy.

11. I've come to realize that, I have a crush on;
Jim on The Office. He's got a great smile.

12. I've come to realize that, the last time I cried was;
December 17, 2007 ~ my grandmother birthday, the first birthday we weren't able to celebrate with her.

13. I've come to realize that, my cell phone is;
unfortunately indispensible, breakable and easily lost.

14. I've come to realize that, when I wake up in the morning;
it's way too early for my liking.

15. I've come to realize that, before I go to sleep at night;
I need to shower and slather myself in my favorite lotion to get a good night's sleep.

16. I've come to realize that, right now I am thinking about;
how much I have to get done at work tomorrow for the time I missed today.

17. I've come to realize that, babies are;
are the most precious gifts and to have one is one of God's true blessings.

18. I've come to realize that, when I get on Myspace;
I waste a lot of time.

19. I've come to realize that, today I will;
wonder how happy my little brother, Mark, will be to have our parents visiting him in Vegas for the weekend.

20. I've come to realize that, tonight I will;
probably go to sleep later than I should.

21. I've come to realize that, tomorrow I will;
wake up earlier than I want to.

22. I've come to realize that, I really want to;
become a mother one day and it doesn't necessarily have to be biologically.

23. I've come to realize that, the person who is most likely to repost this;
whoever feels like taking time to answer some thought provoking questions.

2007 Genevieve's Choice Awards

1) DRINKING BUDDY OF THE YEAR-
Hmm...buddy in drinking coffee? My mother-in-law. I don't really drink anything alcoholic, but if I did, it would probably be wine. And then the award would be split between Gareth & my mother-in-law.

2) LIFETIME SERVICE AWARD (longest friend) -
My BFFs since high school are Ruth, Aileen & Yvonne.

3) NEWCOMER AWARD (newest friend) -
New friends came with the new job I started last June. Of my new coworkers, Tammy's the one with whom I've connected the most.

4) HIGH POINT OF THE YEAR?
2007 was actually full of high points from virtually starting it in Disneyland, getting some of my writing published to finally finding a job I enjoy doing.

5) LOW POINT OF THE YEAR?
Losing my grandmother.

6) BEST HOLIDAY IN 2007?
I have to agree with Joseph. New Year's Eve. Karaoke mainly starring my parents and mother-in-law, being with family, my uncle's awesome prime rib and kissing Gareth at midnight.

7) YOUR SONG FOR 2007
Ugh. I have to pick just one?

8) MOVIE FOR 2007?
The one I looked forward to the most? Harry Potter. The one that disappointed me the most? Spiderman 3. The weirdest? Pirates. The most visually pleasing? 300. Funniest? Simpsons. Ironically, the ones I know I'll like but haven't put in the DVD player yet: Ratatouille, Bourne & Transformers.

Hey, Joseph, I found 8 & 9 - you had two 3s, and I looked at someone else's bulletin to get 9.

9) WHAT DID YOU DO ON YOUR BIRTHDAY?
Gareth threw me a birthday BBQ and invited family & friends over.

10) WHO DID YOU SPEND VALENTINES WITH?
My husband. We were in Disneyland, where he bought us a Disney Vacation Club timeshare.

11) BEST RELATIONSHIP?
As sad as it was to lose my grandmother, I finally was able to dedicate more time to my marriage and while no relationship is ever 100% perfect, the one I have with Gareth works for me.

12) WHAT WERE YOU FOR HALLOWEEN?
The one handing out candy to the handful of kids who came by.

13) RESTAURANT OF THE YEAR?
Hmm...the one most recently discovered and most frequented was Black Bear Diner.

14) BOOK OF THE YEAR?
The one that most moved me: Cecelia Ahearn's "Now You See Me." She also wrote "P.S. I Love You." I haven't seen the movie, but that book was great, too.

15) BEST DECISION MADE THIS YEAR?
Meeting with a fertility specialist to get serious about starting a family.

16) WHAT ARE YOUR PLANS FOR 2008?
Working on 15 is priority one. Other than that, just taking life one day at a time. We do have a Disney cruise and a week at Disneyworld booked in October.

17) MOST STUPID IDEA WHEN DRUNK..
I get enough stupid ideas without drinking. If I did get drunk, the stupidest idea would be to drive.

18) TV SHOW OF THE YEAR?
The Office. Never fails to get me ROBL. (B=bed)

19) MOST LOYAL FRIEND?
Gareth has to top my list, as well as my brothers. As far as non-relatives, my BFFs...even though technically two of them are related by marriage.

20) BIGGEST CHANGE OF THE YEAR!
Umm...my commute. Went from barely making it to work by 8:30 when my drive was 10 minutes at its longest to waking up early enough to catch a vanpool at 6:30 to make it to work by 7:30a.

21) BIGGEST RETARD AWARD?
Hmmm...tossup between Britney Spears and the dude who stole the control box that runs my Honda. The one that costs over $900 brand new. Was lucky to find a used one for 1/3 the cost, but still.

22) NEW YEAR RESOLUTION?
To take better care of myself and appreciate my loved ones more.

Just Another Survey

1. Three Names You Go By:
Gen, Embib & Babe

2. Three Things You Are Wearing Right Now:
A blue hoodie, t-shirt & pajama bottoms

Love Survey
You must answer every question TRUTHFULLY

1. Are you currently loving someone?
Absolutely....

2. Have you ever been given a rose?
Many dozens

3. What is your all-time favorite romance movie?
Hmmm...tough one. When Harry Met Sally was the first that came to mind.

5. Do you believe that everyone has a soul-mate?
I do. He or she may not come in the image or role you expected, but there is someone you'll connect with on so many levels, you can't perceive that person to be anything else but your soul-mate.

6. Whats your current problem?
Post-holiday blahs....

7. Have you ever had your heart broken?
You betcha.

8. Your thoughts of online or long distance relationships?
Online friendships, sure. That kind of long distance relationship can last. Online and long distance romantic relationships? It's not ideal. Love & romance needs presence and contact to be real and to flourish & grow. Phone conversations and instant messages only get you so far before you're just repeating yourself to keep the idea that a relationship exists.

9. Have you ever seen a friend as more than a friend?
Yup. Eventually he became my husband.

10.The person you're with right now, do you like spending time with them?
Yes.

11. How many kids do you want to have ?
As many as I can, but I will consider myself more than blessed if I can have even just one.

12. what is/are your favorite colors? Shades of blues & neutrals.

14.Do you believe you truly only love once?
Maybe for the lucky few. But I believe there'll be one or two or more, to whom you might give a greater part of your heart, but you can get it back if they don't treasure it enough and you'll get another chance to give it to someone more deserving.

15. Imagine you're 79 & your spouse just died, would you get re-married?
I don't think so but maybe, if I met someone at that time who inspires me enough to try marriage one more time.

16. how many times has your heart been broken?
Enough to appreciate what I have.

17. What song do you want played at your wedding?
I walked down the aisle to "The Prayer" played on the piano by my cousin, Joseph. My sister-in-law , Phedre, sang "Voi, Che Sapete" from Le Nozze de Figaro (the Marriage of Figaro) during the candle/cord/veil ceremony, and my Uncle Mario sang & played "The Lord's Prayer" with his guitar at it's conclusion. We marched out to our bagpiper, Seamus, playing "Scotland teh Brave." Our first dance was to Gary Valenciano's "How Did You Know."

18.Do you like anyone?
Silly question. I like a lot of people.

Being Lazy

Too lazy to write something original...sooooo survey time!

1. If your doctor told you TODAY that you were pregnant, what would you say?
"Woohoo!"

2. Do you trust all of your friends?
For the most part....

3. Would you move to another state or country to be with the one you love?
I would, but fortunately, I don't have to.

4. Do you believe that everything happens for a reason?
Absolutely.

5. Can you make a dollar in change right now?
With the change in my car probably or my desk. Or both.

6. Which one of your friends do you think would make the best doctor?
Depends on the specialty. But only my cousins who are nurses have the most interest in medicine.

7. Are you afraid of falling in love?
Used to be.

9. Is there someone who pops into your mind at random times?
Sure.

10. Whats your most favorite scar?
It's not my favorite, but my only one. I pretend it's not there, but it's kinda hard to when it looks like a shark took a bite out of my calf.

11. When was the last time you flew in a plane?
2005...to and from our honeymoon.

12. What did the last text message you sent say?
"@ Mama's" when my l'il bro asked where my other li'l bro's going away party was going to be tonight.

13. What features do you find most attractive in the preferred sex?
Eyes. Smile.

14. Fill in the blank. I love: Gareth & my family & my best friends.

15. What is a goal you would like to accomplish in the near future? Get pregnant.

16. If you were to wake up from being in a coma for an extended time who would you call?
I'd like to think that when I woke up from a coma, the people I'd want to call would already be by my bedside.

17. How many kids do you want to have?
One would be a blessing. Any more would just be icing on the cake.

18. Would you make a good parent?
I'd like to think so.

19. Where was your default picture taken?
Ocean Shores, one of my favorite places in the world.

20. Whats your middle name?
Salonga...

21. Honestly, whats on your mind right now?
I need to get out of bed and start baking for the party

22. If you could go back in time and change something, what would it be?
Keep my grandfather in the U.S,...but that's just me being selfish.

23. Who was or will be the maid of honor/ best man in your wedding?
Yvonne, my sister-in-law & Aileen my cousin-in-law as well as my bffs were my matrons of honor.

24. What are you wearing right now?
Yoga pants and a sweatshirt. Sexy.

25. Righty or Lefty?
Righty

26. Best place to eat?
I love any restaurant with a view of the water... Salty's at Redondo & Alki, Johnny's Dock in downtown Tacoma & most of the restaurants along Ruston Way.

27. Favorite jeans?
Current fave is a pair of Eddie Bauers, but that's cuz the hems aren't frayed yet. Prior to them, my Old Navys...they only got softer the more I washed them. Then I got hit by a bus and the paramedics had to cut them off. Haven't bought another pair. Bad juju... S'why I try not to get too attached to denim...

28. Favorite animal?
My chihuahuas Mahal & Prada.

29. Favorite juice?
Harry & David's Pear Juice.

30. Have you had the chicken pox?
When I was 9 years old, I think...maybe a little earlier.

31. Have you had a sore throat? Sure. But I got smart this year and got my flu shot and pnuemonia shot & I've been pretty cold-free so far.

32. Ever had a bar fighT?
Nah... I don't roll like that.

33. Who knows you the best?
My confidantes: Gareth & my best girlfriends.

34. Shoe size?
Sometimes 9.5, sometimes 10.

35. Do you wear contact lenses or glasses?
Both, but mostly glasses because I don't produce enough tears.

36. Ever been in a fight with your pet?
No...they're kinda scared of me right now because I drag them to go to puppy obedience class.

37. Been to Mexico?
Nope....close to the border but not across.

38. Did you buy something today?
Haven't even gotten out of bed yet.

39. Did you get sick today?
No...but I was getting my butt kicked by Clomid the last two days. I think my system's getting used to them now.

40. Do you miss someone today?
A lot of someones. Namely my grandparents.

41. Did you get in a fight with someone today?
Nope...Gareth's been very nice about me being lazy today, so I'm in a great mood. :)

42. When is the last time you had a massage?
This past Tuesday. We have a lady come to the office every other Tuesday for chair massages.

43. Last person to lay in your bed?
Me and the hubby.

44. Last person to see you cry?
The hubby.

45. Who made you cry?
The hubby.

46. What was the last TV show you watched?
I caught up on the last episode of Heroes last night. Mandatory viewing because the DVR was at 50% capacity.

47. What are your plans for the weekend?
Bake some dessert then go to my li'l brother's going away party.

48. Who do you think will repost this?
::: shrug ::: who knows...

49. Who was the last person you hung out with?
The hubby. We had our weekly date last night. :)

50. If your significant other asked you to marry them TODAY what would you say?
I'd say, "Hello?...I'm already married to you."

Two Things

Two Things
Current mood: sick


Two Things...

Two Names You Go By:
1. Gen
2. Em(bib)

Two Things You Are Wearing Right Now:
1. my favorite jeans
2. my husband's blue long sleeve t-shirt

Two Things You Would Want in a Relationship:
1. friendship
2. passion

Two of Your Favorite Things to do:
1. Reading
2. Writing

Two Things You Want Very Badly At The Moment:
1. My mom's arroz caldo (it's chicken soup for the Filipino soul)
2. My husband home to take care of me. :::cough cough::: sniffle sniffle:::

Two pets you had/have:
1. Mahal my chihuahua (have)
2. Dutch, family dog, a beautiful American Eskimo (had)

Two people who will fill this out:
1. Johanna.
2. Christine.

Two things you did last night:
1. Hung out with family
2. Went shopping for gifts for Gareth's coworkers

Two People that live in your house:
1. Me.
2. Gareth.

Last two things you ate:
1. Left over carnitas de res from Azteca.
2. An apple fritter for breakfast. Bad, I know. Tsk! Tsk!

Two people you Last Talked To:
1. My husband
2. Joe from Big O Tires ~ need 2 new tires on the Hyundai.


Two Things You're doing tomorrow:
1. Run errands
2. Watch advance screening of "The Good Shepherd."

Two longest car rides:
1. From Federal Way, WA to Las Vegas, NV.
2. From Federal Way, WA to Burnaby, Canada.

Two Favorite Holidays:
1. Christmas
2. Thanksgiving

Two favorite beverages:
1. Coffee
2. Coke & Water