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You know what they say: time flies when you throw a clock across the room. You're funny bjh!
But you can take your time with . . .
Today's Unhurried Questions: The US $10 bill is going to be re-designed with a woman's portrait on it by about 2020. Whoever is selected, she cannot be a living person. With that in mind, who would you like to see on the $10 bill? ---> https://thenew10.treasury.gov/faqs ---> https://thenew10.treasury.gov/share-your-ideas I don't really care. I don't pay that much attention very often. Occasionally I like to examine printed items, but mostly with the eye of a former printer myself.
Last time anyone was removed from a US bill was the 1920s. How much will you miss Alexander Hamilton on the ten? I might miss the "old days" of having him there, but I don't have any particular opinion on him, specifically, being on the $10.
What tips do you have for coping with hot weather? Stay inside with air conditioning.
How did you spend last Sunday? Church, grocery store, little one-off tasks around the house, then an evening of TV.
Something you own that has a magnet. 6-piece extension screwdriver with telescoping magnet. One of the most nifty, useful gadgets I own!
The last thing you wrote on paper? Grocery list.
If a book was interesting, but 400 pages long, would that put you off reading it? It would honestly depend on the subject. I read the abridged version of Stephen King's The Stand, and was bored out of my skull! 844 pages, and for 842 of them, they're stuck in a cornfield in Nebraska, for cryin' out loud! Read the unabridged version of Robert A. Heinlein's Stranger in a Strange Land, and was equally bored out of my skull. I'm hoping to get much more out of Neal Stephenson's Baroque Cycle, as it is more historical.
Foodie Questions: What flavor Slurpee would you like? Lime! Lime, lime, lime, lime lime!
Have you enjoyed watermelon yet this year? Don't think I have yet, but I'm sure it's not too far around the corner for me.
If you had to grab something last minute to bring to a potluck this Thursday, food or supplies, what would you bring? Mmmm...my lentil pate, and some good crackers!
Today in History:
1928 Peyo, illustrator who created The Smurfs, born in Brussels, Belgium
1948 The Berlin airlift, officially called "Operation Vittles," began and lasted almost a year until May 1949
-----> https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Berlin_Blockade
1976 Songwriter and Capitol Records founder Johnny Mercer, died aged 66. He wrote the lyrics for "I'm an Old Cowhand from the Rio Grande", "Hooray for Hollywood", "Jeepers, Creepers!", "You Must Have Been a Beautiful Baby", "Fools Rush In", "Ac-Cent-Tchu-Ate the Positive", "Moon River", and many others.
1981 Microsoft incorporated in Washington state
Today's Quote:
"Somebody said to me, 'But the Beatles were anti-materialistic.'
That's a huge myth. John and I literally used to sit down and say,
'Now, let's write a swimming pool.'"
~ Paul McCartney, British songwriter
Today’s (Slightly Censored) Word:
cockamamie [KOK-uh-mey-mee] adjective
ridiculous, pointless, or nonsensical, ex. a cockamamie idea
Origin: Americanism, at least from 1920s, from paper strip decal with an image which could be transferred to the skin when moistened,
apparently alteration of decalcomania; sense “ridiculous” probably by association with ****-and-bull story, poppycock, etc.
Today Includes:
Bomb Pop Day
Catfish Day
Color TV Day
Day of The Seafarer
Global Beatles Day
Strawberry Parfait Day
This Week Includes:
Watermelon Seed Spitting Week
Lightning Safety Awareness Week
Mosquito Control Awareness Week
Today's Nostalgia Picture:
1927, Travel photographer visiting Washington D.C.
This has been one of my favorites for a long time, especially the expression on the dog at the far right. I always wonder about the names of the animals in photos!
Wishing you a tail-wagging-good Thursday!
Same to you bjh. Thanx for the Qs. Have a good one everyone!
You know what they say: time flies when you throw a clock across the room. The 25th is the last Thursday of June 2015, almost halfway to 2016!
But you can take your time with . . .
Today's Unhurried Questions: The US $10 bill is going to be re-designed with a woman's portrait on it by about 2020.
Whoever is selected, she cannot be a living person. With that in mind, who would you like to see on the $10 bill? Betsy Ross
---> https://thenew10.treasury.gov/faqs
---> https://thenew10.treasury.gov/share-your-ideas
Last time anyone was removed from a US bill was the 1920s. How much will you miss Alexander Hamilton on the ten? I won't
What tips do you have for coping with hot weather? Air conditioning
How did you spend last Sunday? we were at our camping place. Not sure what we'll do this weekend, our camping place got hit by a tornado Monday night.
Something you own that has a magnet. those crafty magnet things that hold up my calendar on my refrigerator.
The last thing you wrote on paper? a reminder note to myself
If a book was interesting, but 400 pages long, would that put you off reading it? no, I am reading a book right now that is 472 pages long.
Foodie Questions: What flavor Slurpee would you like? Raspberry
Have you enjoyed watermelon yet this year? yes
If you had to grab something last minute to bring to a potluck this Thursday, food or supplies, what would you bring? I would probably make some type of pasta casserole. Bring my own drinks and maybe my own chairs, plates, knapkins, and silverware.
Today's Unhurried Questions: The US $10 bill is going to be re-designed with a woman's portrait on it by about 2020. Whoever is selected, she cannot be a living person. With that in mind, who would you like to see on the $10 bill? It really makes no difference to me but Helen Keller would be my pick. ---> https://thenew10.treasury.gov/faqs ---> https://thenew10.treasury.gov/share-your-ideas
Last time anyone was removed from a US bill was the 1920s. How much will you miss Alexander Hamilton on the ten? As long as the new bills spend I won't miss him.
What tips do you have for coping with hot weather? I drink lots of ice water and wear light colored clothing.
How did you spend last Sunday? I spent it with my wonderful nephews and their families.
Something you own that has a magnet A cute mail box cover. Those are held in place with magnets.
The last thing you wrote on paper? A grocery list.
If a book was interesting, but 400 pages long, would that put you off reading it? No, if a book is a good one I like for it to be a long one.
Foodie Questions: What flavor Slurpee would you like? I've not had one for years but cherry sounds good.
Have you enjoyed watermelon yet this year? We eat watermelon at most of our meals. YUM!!!
If you had to grab something last minute to bring to a potluck this Thursday, food or supplies, what would you bring? Probably a lettuce cauliflower salad. Most everyone I know loves this stuff.
Today in History:
1928 Peyo, illustrator who created The Smurfs, born in Brussels, Belgium
1948 The Berlin airlift, officially called "Operation Vittles," began and lasted almost a year until May 1949
-----> https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Berlin_Blockade
1976 Songwriter and Capitol Records founder Johnny Mercer, died aged 66. He wrote the lyrics for "I'm an Old Cowhand from the Rio Grande", "Hooray for Hollywood", "Jeepers, Creepers!", "You Must Have Been a Beautiful Baby", "Fools Rush In", "Ac-Cent-Tchu-Ate the Positive", "Moon River", and many others.
1981 Microsoft incorporated in Washington state
Today's Quote:
"Somebody said to me, 'But the Beatles were anti-materialistic.'
That's a huge myth. John and I literally used to sit down and say,
'Now, let's write a swimming pool.'"
~ Paul McCartney, British songwriter
Today’s (Slightly Censored) Word:
cockamamie [KOK-uh-mey-mee] adjective
ridiculous, pointless, or nonsensical, ex. a cockamamie idea
Origin: Americanism, at least from 1920s, from paper strip decal with an image which could be transferred to the skin when moistened,
apparently alteration of decalcomania; sense “ridiculous” probably by association with ****-and-bull story, poppycock, etc.
Today Includes:
Bomb Pop Day
Catfish Day Spicey grilled one of my favorites.
Color TV Day
Day of The Seafarer
Global Beatles Day
Strawberry Parfait Day
This Week Includes:
Watermelon Seed Spitting Week
Lightning Safety Awareness Week
Mosquito Control Awareness Week Don't I wish!!! I always get bit.
Today's Nostalgia Picture:
1927, Travel photographer visiting Washington D.C.
This has been one of my favorites for a long time, especially the expression on the dog at the far right.
You know what they say: time flies when you throw a clock across the room. The 25th is the last Thursday of June 2015, almost halfway to 2016!
But you can take your time with . . .
Today's Unhurried Questions: The US $10 bill is going to be re-designed with a woman's portrait on it by about 2020.
Whoever is selected, she cannot be a living person. With that in mind, who would you like to see on the $10 bill? - Somebody who doesn't waste time and tax-payer Dollars to "re-design" the $10 currency note.. and focus on more important things..
---> https://thenew10.treasury.gov/faqs
---> https://thenew10.treasury.gov/share-your-ideas
Last time anyone was removed from a US bill was the 1920s. How much will you miss Alexander Hamilton on the ten? -
What tips do you have for coping with hot weather? - Go outside and get a sun tan... - Don't think about it, don't keep watching the weather forecast, and think about what benefits you can get out of the "hot" weather.. and drink plenty of water..
How did you spend last Sunday? - Church, grocery-shopping, and Father's Day family get-together..
Something you own that has a magnet. - My personality? - 5.1 Surround system speakers, and other smaller speakers around the house..
The last thing you wrote on paper? - My signature?
If a book was interesting, but 400 pages long, would that put you off reading it? - Not sure.. but I have read the Bible's Old and New Testaments...
Foodie Questions: What flavor Slurpee would you like? - I haven't had one of those since I was in my mid teens.. so I couldn't tell ya..
Have you enjoyed watermelon yet this year? - Yep..
If you had to grab something last minute to bring to a potluck this Thursday, food or supplies, what would you bring? - Potluck? Is that something that has that funny weed in it?
Wishing you a tail-wagging-good Thursday!
Hmm.. The last time I tried to "Wag" my tail in public, somebody called the police to report suspicious activity... They showed up and they put a collar on me and a leash... But at least they gave me a treat...
Thanks for the questions BJH, everyone have a Cool Thursday..
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Today's Unhurried Questions: The US $10 bill is going to be re-designed with a woman's portrait on it by about 2020.
Whoever is selected, she cannot be a living person. With that in mind, who would you like to see on the $10 bill?
---> https://thenew10.treasury.gov/faqs
---> https://thenew10.treasury.gov/share-your-ideas
Last time anyone was removed from a US bill was the 1920s. How much will you miss Alexander Hamilton on the ten?
I don't know how to answer that question. Sometimes changes are good.
What tips do you have for coping with hot weather?
When it gets too hot I remind myself to be grateful. I try to remind myself that winter is horrible, cold and dark. Days are shorter and shoveling snow sucks.
How did you spend last Sunday?
Washing my working clothes. And binge-watching Sense8 in netflix. Season2 cannot come soon enough!
Something you own that has a magnet.
Magnets! Lots of them! Z
The last thing you wrote on paper?
My journal - a part of my therapy to combat my anxiety and OCD. Aside of CBT and whatnot ofc.
If a book was interesting, but 400 pages long, would that put you off reading it?
No, it wont. I would not be able to put me down. I am a sucker for teen fiction a la Divergent trilogy, Maze Runner trilogy,the Legend trilogy etc.
Foodie Questions: What flavor Slurpee would you like?
MANGO! Without question.
Have you enjoyed watermelon yet this year?
No not yet.
If you had to grab something last minute to bring to a potluck this Thursday, food or supplies, what would you bring?
Chips and dips. That's my specialty for every pot luck because well I do not cook.
But I usually make it the best chip and dips combo out there.
Today in History: 1928 Peyo, illustrator who created The Smurfs, born in Brussels, Belgium
1948 The Berlin airlift, officially called "Operation Vittles," began and lasted almost a year until May 1949
-----> https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Berlin_Blockade
1976 Songwriter and Capitol Records founder Johnny Mercer, died aged 66. He wrote the lyrics for "I'm an Old Cowhand from the Rio Grande", "Hooray for Hollywood", "Jeepers, Creepers!", "You Must Have Been a Beautiful Baby", "Fools Rush In", "Ac-Cent-Tchu-Ate the Positive", "Moon River", and many others.
1981 Microsoft incorporated in Washington state
Today's Quote: "Somebody said to me, 'But the Beatles were anti-materialistic.'
That's a huge myth. John and I literally used to sit down and say,
'Now, let's write a swimming pool.'"
~ Paul McCartney, British songwriter
Today’s (Slightly Censored) Word: cockamamie [KOK-uh-mey-mee] adjective
ridiculous, pointless, or nonsensical, ex. a cockamamie idea
Origin: Americanism, at least from 1920s, from paper strip decal with an image which could be transferred to the skin when moistened,
apparently alteration of decalcomania; sense “ridiculous” probably by association with ****-and-bull story, poppycock, etc.
Today Includes: Bomb Pop Day
Catfish Day
Color TV Day
Day of The Seafarer
Global Beatles Day
Strawberry Parfait Day
This Week Includes: Watermelon Seed Spitting Week
Lightning Safety Awareness Week
Mosquito Control Awareness Week
Today's Nostalgia Picture: 1927, Travel photographer visiting Washington D.C.
This has been one of my favorites for a long time, especially the expression on the dog at the far right.
Library of Congress photo, in the public domain.
Wishing you a tail-wagging-good Thursday! [/quote]
Today's Unhurried Questions: The US $10 bill is going to be re-designed with a woman's portrait on it by about 2020.
Whoever is selected, she cannot be a living person. With that in mind, who would you like to see on the $10 bill? Eleanor Roosevelt is the first person who comes to mind, but I'll have to think about it.
---> https://thenew10.treasury.gov/faqs
---> https://thenew10.treasury.gov/share-your-ideas
Last time anyone was removed from a US bill was the 1920s. How much will you miss Alexander Hamilton on the ten? It will seem strange, won't it?
What tips do you have for coping with hot weather? My solution is always to go to the lake.
How did you spend last Sunday? Painted at the apartment my daughter is moving to. We still own the old farmhouse we grew up in. My brother and his wife live in half the house and my daughter & kids will have the other half. It needs a lot of work before they can move in though.
Something you own that has a magnet. I made some fridge magnets by hot gluing shells, sand dollars, etc onto small magnets.
The last thing you wrote on paper? We, our school staff, met with the two finalists for the principal position. Admin asked us to write our thoughts about each candidate. It will be the school board's final decision. There was one I definitely liked above the other, so we shall see.
If a book was interesting, but 400 pages long, would that put you off reading it? Not at all.
Foodie Questions: What flavor Slurpee would you like? Someone else can have mine....
Have you enjoyed watermelon yet this year? Haven't
If you had to grab something last minute to bring to a potluck this Thursday, food or supplies, what would you bring? Last minute..... Probably just go to the deli and see what looks good. Or maybe I'll just grab a bottle of wine.
Today's Quote: "Somebody said to me, 'But the Beatles were anti-materialistic.'
That's a huge myth. John and I literally used to sit down and say,
'Now, let's write a swimming pool.'"
~ Paul McCartney, British songwriter
Today’s (Slightly Censored) Word: cockamamie [KOK-uh-mey-mee] adjective
ridiculous, pointless, or nonsensical, ex. a cockamamie idea I can hear my dad saying, "What kind of cockameamie idaa is that?"
Origin: Americanism, at least from 1920s, from paper strip decal with an image which could be transferred to the skin when moistened,
apparently alteration of decalcomania; sense “ridiculous” probably by association with ****-and-bull story, poppycock, etc.
Today's Nostalgia Picture: 1927, Travel photographer visiting Washington D.C. Love these old photos!
This has been one of my favorites for a long time, especially the expression on the dog at the far right.
Library of Congress photo, in the public domain.
Wishing you a tail-wagging-good Thursday! Thanks, I just might! There's a free concert on the Dartmouth Green tonight with a latin dance lesson before the concert. Sounds like fun, right?
Today's Unhurried Questions: The US $10 bill is going to be re-designed with a woman's portrait on it by about 2020. Whoever is selected, she cannot be a living person. With that in mind, who would you like to see on the $10 bill? Rosa Parks
Last time anyone was removed from a US bill was the 1920s. How much will you miss Alexander Hamilton on the ten? Not at all.
What tips do you have for coping with hot weather? AC, drink plenty of water, stay inside.
How did you spend last Sunday? Recovering from my daughter's wonderful wedding; breakfast with my kids and grandkids.
Something you own that has a magnet. Fridge magnets.
The last thing you wrote on paper? Note to myself to call the cable company about a bill reminder for much more than I usually pay!
If a book was interesting, but 400 pages long, would that put you off reading it? Nope -- I'd be glad -- love long, interesting books!
What flavor Slurpee would you like? Blue raspberry please.
Have you enjoyed watermelon yet this year? Yes.
If you had to grab something last minute to bring to a potluck this Thursday, food or supplies, what would you bring? Veggie platter or a bottle of wine.
You know what they say: time flies when you throw a clock across the room. The 25th is the last Thursday of June 2015, almost halfway to 2016!
But you can take your time with . . .
Today's Unhurried Questions: The US $10 bill is going to be re-designed with a woman's portrait on it by about 2020.
Whoever is selected, she cannot be a living person. With that in mind, who would you like to see on the $10 bill? I have no idea, can't think of a single person
---> https://thenew10.treasury.gov/faqs
---> https://thenew10.treasury.gov/share-your-ideas
Last time anyone was removed from a US bill was the 1920s. How much will you miss Alexander Hamilton on the ten? Eh not really a big deal
What tips do you have for coping with hot weather? Stay inside where it's cool
How did you spend last Sunday? Drove 10 hours back from Florida
Something you own that has a magnet. erasable calendar
The last thing you wrote on paper? wrote out a check to pay a bill
If a book was interesting, but 400 pages long, would that put you off reading it? No but it might take me forever to read it
Foodie Questions: What flavor Slurpee would you like? cherry please
Have you enjoyed watermelon yet this year? no not yet
If you had to grab something last minute to bring to a potluck this Thursday, food or supplies, what would you bring? Since I'm not much of a cook I would bring plates, cups and plasticware
Today in History: 1928 Peyo, illustrator who created The Smurfs, born in Brussels, Belgium
1948 The Berlin airlift, officially called "Operation Vittles," began and lasted almost a year until May 1949
-----> https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Berlin_Blockade
1976 Songwriter and Capitol Records founder Johnny Mercer, died aged 66. He wrote the lyrics for "I'm an Old Cowhand from the Rio Grande", "Hooray for Hollywood", "Jeepers, Creepers!", "You Must Have Been a Beautiful Baby", "Fools Rush In", "Ac-Cent-Tchu-Ate the Positive", "Moon River", and many others.
1981 Microsoft incorporated in Washington state
Today's Quote: "Somebody said to me, 'But the Beatles were anti-materialistic.'
That's a huge myth. John and I literally used to sit down and say,
'Now, let's write a swimming pool.'"
~ Paul McCartney, British songwriter
Today’s (Slightly Censored) Word: cockamamie [KOK-uh-mey-mee] adjective
ridiculous, pointless, or nonsensical, ex. a cockamamie idea
Origin: Americanism, at least from 1920s, from paper strip decal with an image which could be transferred to the skin when moistened,
apparently alteration of decalcomania; sense “ridiculous” probably by association with ****-and-bull story, poppycock, etc.
Today Includes: Bomb Pop Day
Catfish Day
Color TV Day
Day of The Seafarer
Global Beatles Day
Strawberry Parfait Day
This Week Includes: Watermelon Seed Spitting Week
Lightning Safety Awareness Week
Mosquito Control Awareness Week
Today's Nostalgia Picture: 1927, Travel photographer visiting Washington D.C.
This has been one of my favorites for a long time, especially the expression on the dog at the far right.
Today's Unhurried Questions:
The US $10 bill is going to be re-designed with a woman's portrait on it by about 2020.
Whoever is selected, she cannot be a living person. With that in mind, who would you like to see on the $10 bill? Not sure, although if I have as many 10s then as I do now, I'll be seeing her a lot!
Last time anyone was removed from a US bill was the 1920s. How much will you miss Alexander Hamilton on the ten? Overall, I'm not thrilled about the change. To me it just sounds like change for the sake of change, something I generally don't like.
What tips do you have for coping with hot weather? Lots of AC! Even though it's been quite hot around here no one is complaining, after the harsh winter we had this year.
How did you spend last Sunday? Went to Savage Mill. It's an old cotton mill that's been converted into shops and restaurants.
Something you own that has a magnet. Dry erase board
The last thing you wrote on paper? Can't remember
If a book was interesting, but 400 pages long, would that put you off reading it? Probably
Foodie Questions:
What flavor Slurpee would you like? Never had one and don't care for one.
Have you enjoyed watermelon yet this year? Yes. In fact I had an interesting conversation with one of the regulars at my work: as I was taking some wine glasses back to the bar I overheard her conversation about how she's generally open to just about any kind of food but can't stand watermelon. I told her I was the exact opposite; don't care to try anything new, but LOVE watermelon!
If you had to grab something last minute to bring to a potluck this Thursday, food or supplies, what would you bring? Never been to one, no idea.
Today's Unhurried Questions: The US $10 bill is going to be re-designed with a woman's portrait on it by about 2020. Whoever is selected, she cannot be a living person. With that in mind, who would you like to see on the $10 bill? We don't need to be putting no woman on the ten dollar bill. Their place is in the kit....Oh wait, I had better stop before I get myself in trouble with the women on C-D.
Last time anyone was removed from a US bill was the 1920s. How much will you miss Alexander Hamilton on the ten? Will probably miss him a lot. Seems like I have known him all of my life
What tips do you have for coping with hot weather? Move somewhere colder
How did you spend last Sunday? Had to work
Something you own that has a magnet. Does my magnetic personality count?
The last thing you wrote on paper? A note to myself reminding me to do something. Will probably forget to do it anyway
If a book was interesting, but 400 pages long, would that put you off reading it? Probably.
Foodie Questions: What flavor Slurpee would you like? I will take a lime Slurpee. While you are at it could you add some rum to it?
Have you enjoyed watermelon yet this year? Not a fan of watermelon
If you had to grab something last minute to bring to a potluck this Thursday, food or supplies, what would you bring? I will bring a snack tray with cheese, crackers, green and black olives, green onions and radishes.
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