MASTER LIST of QUESTIONS for SS ROUND JUL-DEC ‘08

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  • 07-01-2008 10:06 PM

    MASTER LIST of QUESTIONS for SS ROUND JUL-DEC ‘08

    FOOD:

     

    What do you like to snack on?

     

    Do you enjoy coffee, tea, hot chocolate?

     

    Do you visit any coffee shops such as Dunkin Donuts, Tim Hortons, Starbucks, etc?

     

    What are your favorite Chocolates, candy, or all of these? 

     

    What is your favorite meal?

     

    What is your favorite dessert?

     

    What is your favorite drink?

     

    What is your favorite soup?

     

    What is your favorite appetizer?

     

    What is your favorite sandwich?

     

    What is your favorite bread?

     

    What is your favorite ice cream?

     

    Would you accept homemade food items?

     

     In the summer, do you or your family enjoy going out for ice cream at any shops such as Friendly's or Cold Stone Creamery?

     

    Do you or your family like tom visit any of the fast food restraunts such as Mc Donald's, Wendy's, Kentuky Fried Chicken, Burger King, Taco Bell, ect.?

     

    What are your favorite fruits and do you have any food allergies!

     

    What resturants would you like to receive a Gift Card from  (This includes restaurants you might go to celebrate a birthday / anniversary / accomplishment, just go to relax, or enjoy a 'date' with your significant other)???

     

    CLOTHING / JEWELERY / ACCESSORIES

     

    Do you want things for your hair like ponytail holders or clips?

     

    Do you like PJ's? Nightgowns(short or long), pajama pants, or sets? Flannel,cotton, or silky? What size?

     

    Do you wear jewelry? What kind do you like?

     

    Do you wear scarves?  What color(s)?  Long or short?

     

    Would you like a handmade scarf?

     

    Do you like holiday socks?

     

    What size t shirt do you like?  What size would DH wear?

     

    Do you prefer to wear slippers, shoes, or socks around the house?  What size?  

     

    COOKBOOKS

     

    Would you be okay receiving a gently used cookbook or cooking magazine? 

     

    Would you mind if there were a page or two missing from the cookbook . . . if it is a very nice cookbook?

     

    How many collect cookbooks and what kind?

     

    Do you like Gooseberry Patch cookbooks? 

     

    KITCHEN / COOKING

     

    What colors would look good in your kitchen?

     

    What is your kitchen color/colors/theme?

     

    Do you like Cookie Cutters any certain ones?

     

    What about cookie stamps?  Or or cookie molds?

     

    Are there any small kitchen gadgets that you need or want?

      

    FAMILY / PETS

     

    If you have children or grandchildren, what fun things do you like to with them?

     

    Would you like anything sent for your husband, kids or grandkids? What are their likes?

     

    Do you have pets?  What kind and how many? (Don't forget to include names!)

      

    ENTERTAINMENT

     

    Do you use  iTunes?

     

    Do you play cards, dominoes, Bunco, board games, etc.?

     

    Do you watch movies?

     

    Do you have a DVD player? A VCR?

     

     What kind of movies do you like?

     

    Is there a specific movie that you've always wanted to own?

     

    What do you like to do for fun?

     

    What do you do to relax?

     

    Do you like going on family outings/day trips?

     

    Do you have a planned vacation coming up soon?

     

    Do you have a ladies night with friends?

     

    Do you have a family night?

     

    DECORATING

     

    Do you decorate for Halloween?

     

    Do you decorate for Thanksgiving?

     

    Do you like seasonal/decorative flags?  What size, small garden or larger porch/house?

     

    I was wondering what colors you decorate your home and Christmas trees with?

     

    What color schemes do you have?

     

    Do you like suncatchers? What type would you like?

     

    Do you like candles?  If so, what scents?

     

    Do you use Wick/Reed Diffusers? If so, what scents?

     

    What are your favorite scents?

     

    HOBBIES / PAST-TIMES

     

    Do you like to read?

     

    If so, who is your favorite author? 

     

    Is there a book you have on your wish list?

     

    What kind of books do you like to read?

     

    Are there any magazines you wish you subscribed to?

     

    Are you a gardner

     

    Do you like sports?  If so, what kind? 

     

    Do you ever go fishing/hunting?

     

    Do you scrapbook?  Need any specific supplies for this?

     

    Do you sew? If so, what kind of sewing do you do? (i.e., quilts, crafts, aprons, clothing, etc)

     

    Do you do any crafts? If so, what? (i.e., scrapbooking, card making, painting, knitting, crocheting, embroidery, beading, other)

     

    Are there any crafting supplies you'd like to have?

     

     PERSONAL / PAMPERING
     

     

    How do you like to pamper yourself?

     

    What is your favorite color?

     

    Do you like bath salts any certain scent?

     

    Do you use lipgloss? What flavors?

     

    Are there any fragrances that you really like or dislike?

     

    My favorite thing to receive as a surprise from my SS is_________________________.

      

     

    MISCELLANEOUS (Questions I couldn’t think of a category for!!)

     

    Are there any other special days you like to celebrate during the next six months?

     

    Do you like/use post-it-notes, note cards, bookmarks?

     

    Do you like magnets?

     

    Would you like to get homecrafted items? Like wall hangings, afghans, shawls, pot holders and such?

     

    Do you belong to the Red Hat??

     

    What stores do you enjoy shopping at for other than groceries?  You know, for things that you enjoy.  What about on-line shopping?

     

    Not everyone likes to get "religious" cards.  It does not mean that they are not believers or have faith but some just prefer not to receive these cards.  Please let us know your preference.

      Another question...would the SS prefer a movie or digital camera?  Okay, okay, this SS was just kidding!!  But, she said she thinks that would make her one of the more popular sisters!!  LOL – Yes, it you would be a popular SS if I posted which one of you submitted this one!!  Don’t worry _____ - I’m sure anybody would love to have you as a SS! 

     

     Is there anything that you DON'T need or want? Is there anything else you want your secret sister to know about you?

     

    Think 'Random Acts of Kindness' in all you do!
  • 07-01-2008 10:30 PM In reply to

    Re: MASTER LIST of QUESTIONS for SS ROUND JUL-DEC ‘08

    FOOD:

    What do you like to snack on?  nuts, raisins, dried fruit, crackers, pretzels....

    Do you enjoy coffee, tea, hot chocolate? Yes.....All of it.  I enjoy my coffee in the mornings.  Iced tea drinker all day, every day.  Relaxing with Hot tea, sometimes this takes the place of my coffee on the weekends.  Hot Cocoa a nice treat once in a while.

    Do you visit any coffee shops such as Dunkin Donuts, Tim Hortons, Starbucks, etc? Yes, Starbucks

    What are your favorite Chocolates, candy, or all of these?  Plain M&M's, dark chocolate, lately I've been craving those yellow Butterscotch disks...

    What is your favorite meal? Cheese enchiladas with pot beans and rice.  Steak with Zucchini.  Meat Lasagna with Garlic Bread

    What is your favorite dessert? Mint N Chip Ice Cream.  Rice Pudding. Cookies.  Pies.  Bundt cakes.

    What is your favorite drink? Iced Tea...Root Beer

    What is your favorite soup? French Onion, Veggie, Minestroni

    What is your favorite appetizer? spinach dip on sour dough...

    What is your favorite sandwich? tuna & egg salad

    What is your favorite bread? 12 grain & squaw

    What is your favorite ice cream? Mint N Chip

    Would you accept homemade food items? Yes....

     In the summer, do you or your family enjoy going out for ice cream at any shops such as Friendly's or Cold Stone Creamery? Yes, Cold Stone Creamery, Friendly's when in New york, & Dewer's (local), Baskin Robins

    Do you or your family like to visit any of the fast food restraunts such as Mc Donald's, Wendy's, Kentuky Fried Chicken, Burger King, Taco Bell, ect.? Yes, IN N Out, McDonald's, KFC, A&W, Del Taco, Jack in the Box, Wendy's, Johnny Rockets

    What are your favorite fruits and do you have any food allergies! No food allergies...All fruits

    What resturants would you like to receive a Gift Card from??? Applebee's, Elephant Bar, Calif Pizza Kitchen, Macaroni Grille, Subway, Sequoia's

    Susie
  • 07-01-2008 10:37 PM In reply to

    Re: MASTER LIST of QUESTIONS for SS ROUND JUL-DEC ‘08

    CLOTHING / JEWELERY / ACCESSORIES

    Do you want things for your hair like ponytail holders or clips?

    Yes...currently shoulder length with layers...I do enjoy getting out of my face with this heat

    Do you like PJ's? Nightgowns(short or long), pajama pants, or sets? Flannel,cotton, or silky? What size? Yes, XL...All of it...

    Do you wear jewelry? What kind do you like? Yes,  I love chunky, and unique jewelry. 

    Do you wear scarves?  What color(s)?  Long or short? yes, i like long and short....All pretty colors

    Would you like a handmade scarf? Yes

    Do you like holiday socks? Yes

    What size t shirt do you like?  What size would DH wear?

    Susie XL  DH XLT

    Do you prefer to wear slippers, shoes, or socks around the house?  What size?  slippers, flip flops, & slipper socks around the house...

    Susie
  • 07-01-2008 10:42 PM In reply to

    Re: MASTER LIST of QUESTIONS for SS ROUND JUL-DEC ‘08

    COOKBOOKS

    Would you be okay receiving a gently used cookbook or cooking magazine? Yes

     

    Would you mind if there were a page or two missing from the cookbook . . . if it is a very nice cookbook? No problem

    How many collect cookbooks and what kind? I love local cookbooks by organizations or local bakers/cooks, unique type of cookbooks

    Do you like Gooseberry Patch cookbooks?  Yes, I only have 1, the Gooseberry Patch Christmas # 9

    KITCHEN / COOKING

    What colors would look good in your kitchen? I love bright colors.  Herbs.

    What is your kitchen color/colors/theme? Herbs

    Do you like Cookie Cutters any certain ones? Yes...All kinds

    Are there any small kitchen gadgets that you need or want? Anything unique

    Susie
  • 07-01-2008 10:55 PM In reply to

    Re: MASTER LIST of QUESTIONS for SS ROUND JUL-DEC ‘08

    FAMILY / PETS

    If you have children or grandchildren, what fun things do you like to with them? Noone around here...

    Would you like anything sent for your husband, kids or grandkids? What are their likes? DH: fishing, hiking, Harley Davidson, collects old license plates & old signs

    Do you have pets?  What kind and how many? (Don't forget to include names!) 2 Dogs: Mandy & Buddy

      

    ENTERTAINMENT

    Do you use  iTunes? No

    Do you play cards, dominoes, Bunco, board games, etc.? Yes, Yes, Yes...we are gaming aholics..bring it on...

    Do you watch movies? Yes

    Do you have a DVD player? A VCR? both

     What kind of movies do you like? comedies, dramas, classics, period epics

    Is there a specific movie that you've always wanted to own? .....I can't think of anything...

    What do you like to do for fun? ride motorcycles, antiquing, yard sales, museums, theatre, movies, drives, go dancing, visit with friends

    What do you do to relax? read, bake, make candles, soaps

    Do you like going on family outings/day trips? yes, love drives, discovering new places

    Do you have a planned vacation coming up soon? not really

    Do you have a ladies night with friends? yes, we get together once a month at least..

    Do you have a family night? yes, Sundays

    Susie
  • 07-01-2008 11:08 PM In reply to

    Re: MASTER LIST of QUESTIONS for SS ROUND JUL-DEC ‘08

    UPDATED JULY 9, 2009!!!

     

    FOOD: 

     

    What do you like to snack on?  Crackers & Cheese, Chips & Dip, Cashews, Sugar-Free candy

     

    Do you enjoy coffee, tea, hot chocolate? Yes to all of them!  Please make sure the hot chocolate is Sugar Free!   Do you visit any coffee shops such as Dunkin Donuts, Tim Hortons, Starbucks, etc?  No   What are your favorite Chocolates, candy, or all of these?  I LOVE SUGAR FREE chocolates!  Chocolate / mint is probably my favorite, chocolate peanut butter cups, chocolate caramels, etc etc etc.  I really like black licorice, but haven’t found that in sugar free.  I have found a yummy sugar-free RED licorice!!! (Thanks to Laurie!!!)  (I’m diabetic, so it has to be sugar free!)  Please - NOT coconut or almonds or fruity-covered chocolates!! 

     

    What is your favorite meal?  Hmmm – Roast & Potatoes, Spaghetti Pie, Pizza

     

    What is your favorite dessert?  That’s a tough one, since I can’t have most deserts.  I treat myself to sugar free (SF) pudding, jello, and ice cream though!   What is your favorite drink?  SF Vanilla Crème or SF Swiss White Chocolate (General Foods – International)  Oh, AMWAY sells a SF Orange Sports drink and SF Chocolate Fudge Protein drink - YUMMY!!   What is your favorite soup?  Cheesy broccoli   What is your favorite appetizer?     What is your favorite sandwich?  Subway BMT, Rueben   What is your favorite bread?  Fresh Home-made!   What is your favorite ice cream?  Mint-Chocolate Chip!  Would you accept homemade food items?  Certainly.   

     

    In the summer, do you or your family enjoy going out for ice cream at any shops such as Friendly's or Cold Stone Creamery? We don’t have those stores – but we do go to Whiteys Ice Cream and Dairy Queen.   Do you or your family like tom visit any of the fast food restraunts such as Mc Donald's, Wendy's, Kentuky Fried Chicken, Burger King, Taco Bell, ect.?  Arby’s, Kentucky Fried Chicken, Subway   What are your favorite fruits and do you have any food allergies!  Probably strawberries    What resturants would you like to receive a Gift Card from???  Cracker Barrell, Olive Garden, Texas Roadhouse 

     

    CLOTHING / JEWELERY / ACCESSORIES    Do you want things for your hair like ponytail holders or clips?  Oh yes!  I always have my hair pulled back.   Do you like PJ's? Nightgowns(short or long), pajama pants, or sets? Flannel,cotton, or silky? What size?  Not nightgowns or nightshirts.  Pants or sets. Size 1X (or 2X if they run small) Do you wear jewelry? What kind do you like?  Yes.  I have pierced ears, but not many earings!  I wear necklaces when I can, but again, don't have many.  I’d love some that express my Christian faith!   Do you wear scarves?  What color(s)?  Long or short?  Winter scarves – any size.  Black or Grey would probably match both coats best.   Would you like a handmade scarf?  Sure!   Do you like holiday socks?  Fun socks usually aren’t warm enough for me once fall hits.  I like WARM socks!!   What size t shirt do you like?  Size 1X  What size would DH wear?  Size L   

     

    Do you prefer to wear slippers, shoes, or socks around the house?  What size?  I love knitted/crocheted socks . . . but they have to fit snug.  Slipper socks are fine too . . . the warmer the better!  I'd love to try a pair of those fleece-lined crocks! 

     

    COOKBOOKS   Would you be okay receiving a gently used cookbook or cooking magazine? I think I have plenty of cookbooks right now . . . unless it's Gooseberry Patch ... new or used, I always love those!!  

     

    How many collect cookbooks and what kind?  I collect Gooseberry Patch books.  Currently wanting the 'Christmas with Family and Friends, 'Autumn with Family and Friends,' ‘Harvest Kitchen,’  ‘Best Ever Casseroles,’ ‘Super Fast Slow Cooking,’ ‘Slow Cooker Recipes,’   There’s a couple of them out there that are either speedy or quick and easy recipes – they might be fun too! I also enjoy the cookbooklets you find at the registers . . . again . . . especially for Holidays, casseroles, crockpots, and easy family meals. 

     

    Do you like Gooseberry Patch cookbooks?  Absolutely! 

     

    KITCHEN / COOKING 

     

    What colors would look good in your kitchen?  Green or Navy, I guess 

     

    What is your kitchen color/colors/theme?    None really – no walls except between upper and lower cabinets, and above cabinets. 

     

    Do you like Cookie Cutters any certain ones?  No thank you. 

     

    Are there any small kitchen gadgets that you need or want?  I was treated to some silicone stuff from recent swaps and SS gifts . . . and I LOVE silicone stuff!  I could use a new set of Tongs (mine don't close anymore!) and I'd love one of those Pampered Chef gadgets that you use when you're cooking ground beef - to break it up!!  I love kitchen gadgets!  (I DON’T need any more spatulas!)    

     

    FAMILY / PETS 

     

    If you have children or grandchildren, what fun things do you like to with them?  DS is 19, and DD is (almost) 17.   

     

    Would you like anything sent for your husband, kids or grandkids? What are their likes?  That’s up to you … DS likes Airforce, airplanes, WWII.  DD plays flute, is in Color Guard and is very strong in her faith. 

     

    Do you have pets?  What kind and how many? (Don't forget to include names!)  One dog, part Shi-tzu and part Bichon Frise – about 12 pounds.  His name is Toby.  We also have some outside cats.  

     

    ENTERTAINMENT 

     

    Do you use  iTunes?  Well, that's a tough one.  DH just bought me an iPod Touch, but I've already gone through two trying to get it working!   

     

    Do you play cards, dominoes, Bunco, board games, etc.?  Love to play games!   

     

    Do you watch movies?  Yes 

     

    Do you have a DVD player? A VCR?  DVD.   

     

    What kind of movies do you like?  Hallmark Movies! (Movies from Christian Family Bookstores too!)   

     

    Is there a specific movie that you've always wanted to own?  I don't have a lot of movies - I usually wait until I can get them from the library, so you don't have to worry about duplicating too much!

     

    What do you like to do for fun?

     

    What do you do to relax?  Read, sit in the Jacuzzi, scrapbook, bird-watching, and I'm now learning to sew.

     

    Do you like going on family outings/day trips?  We enjoy geocaching!  The kids will never turn down skiing! 

     

    Do you have a planned vacation coming up soon?  I can't believe this, but we're actually thinking of going to Colorado over Christmas - for skiing. (I HATE the cold, so I'll probably be staying in the lodge!!)

     

    Do you have a ladies night with friends?  No - but I get together with my neighbor 3 times a week to scrapbook, sew, or stamp!   

     

    Do you have a family night?  We watch movies together sometimes - but it's tough to find time when we're all home!!   

     

    DECORATING 

     

    Do you decorate for Halloween?  More Fall than Halloween – because I can leave it out longer … but I am not opposed to Halloween . . . just not gory and/or scary!  

     

    Do you decorate for Thanksgiving?  Again, it’s usually the fall decorations – I can put them out in Sept and leave until Thanksgiving! 

     

    Do you like seasonal/decorative flags?  What size, small garden or larger porch/house?  No thanks. 

     

    I was wondering what colors you decorate your home and Christmas trees with?  First of all, the important issue is REAL or Plastic!!  (Just kidding)  Anyway, needless to say, mine are REAL!!  The tree in the livingroom is usually decorated with snowflakes (crocheted or something like that) . . . I'm HOPING to reupholster my furniture, which will be Hunter green and Burgandy (so Christmas decorations will need to go that way too!) 

     

    What color schemes do you have?  None really – I’m wanting to change things over to hunter green, burgundy, and navy … Northwoods Colors 

     

    Do you like suncatchers? What type would you like?  Yes . . . bees, pumpkins, Christmas trees, and birds!  Oh, and Christian based (crosses, praying hands, angels, etc) 

     

    Do you like candles?  If so, what scents?  You bet!  I only burn jar candles though.  Pumpkin, Evergreen, Vanilla, Firewood, and possible Lilac. 

     

    Do you use Wick/Reed Diffusers? If so, what scents?  Yes, Woodwick ones are GREAT (but expensive)! Same scents as candles!  What are your favorite scents?  Pumpkin, Evergreen, Vanilla, Firewood, and possible Lilac   

     

    I collect Charming Tails!

     

    HOBBIES / PAST-TIMES 

     

    Do you like to read?  Never used to, but Kay got me started (thanks Kay!)   

     

    If so, who is your favorite author?  Karen Kingsbury 

     

    Is there a book you have on your wish list?  Any of Karen’s newer books . . . ! 

     

    What kind of books do you like to read?  Christian inspirational, Chicken Soup for the Soul, Self-Improvement 

     

    Are there any magazines you wish you subscribed to?  Birds & Blooms, the Quick Cooking (or whatever it’s been re-named to) 

     

    Are you a gardnerNo way!  I have enough outdoor work in the trees!  lol   

     

    Do you like sports?  If so, what kind?  Is Marching Band a sport?  I’m a Marching Band mom . . . I go to all the performances and competitions and proudly support the band!! 

     

    Do you ever go fishing/hunting?  No. 

     

    Do you scrapbook?  Yes  Need any specific supplies for this? I’d like some of the bigger circle/square punches that can be used for letter blocking, tags, etc. . . corner rounders (of different corner shapes), adhesive tape rollers (I’m always running out of them!!)  I've been tempted to try some of the chalking techniques. 

     

    Do you sew? If so, what kind of sewing do you do? (i.e., quilts, crafts, aprons, clothing, etc)  I am learning to sew and enjoying it.  Eventually I'd LOVe to try a quilt, but I'm sure that WON'T be anytime soon!!  In the meantime, I enjoy simple crafts (I make tater-bakers, travel trays, etc now)  I like making things I can give as gifts!! 

     

    Do you do any crafts? If so, what? (i.e., scrapbooking, card making, painting, knitting, crocheting, embroidery, beading, other)  Besides scrapbooking, I dabble in card making – although I’m not very good.  I’d LOVE some stamps – like winter, fall, birthday, greetings, sayings, or some scripture-based stamps!

     

    Are there any crafting supplies you'd like to have?  Mentioned above.   

     

    PERSONAL / PAMPERING 

     How do you like to pamper yourself?  Soaking in the tub or Jacuzzi.  If I can bribe my DH into brushing my hair or giving me a massage, then I REALLY feel pampered!! 

     

    What is your favorite color?  the Northwoods colors … hunter green, navy, and burgundy. 

     

    Do you like bath salts any certain scent?  Sure!  Vanilla, peppermint, baby powder. 

     

    Do you use lipgloss? What flavors?  Minty! 

     

    Are there any fragrances that you really like or dislike?  PEACH – YUCK!!  I don't like anything fruity!    My favorite thing to receive as a surprise from my SS is__any surprises are fun!     

     

    MISCELLANEOUS (Questions I couldn’t think of a category for!!)

     

     

    Are there any other special days you like to celebrate during the next six months?  We will be celebrating BIG TIME when (and IF) we get to close on DH’s father’s stupid estate (it’s been going on for 2 ½ years!) 

    Do you like/use post-it-notes, note cards, bookmarks?  I think I have plenty for now!

     

    Do you like magnets?  I think I have enough magnets for now, thanks. 

     

    Would you like to get homecrafted items? Like wall hangings, afghans, shawls, pot holders and such? Of course – homecrafted items are the best!   

     

    Do you belong to the Red Hat??  No. 

     

    What stores do you enjoy shopping at for other than groceries?  You know, for things that you enjoy.  What about on-line shopping?  Kohls; Bed, Bath & Beyond; Cracker Barrell, Michaels,  

     

    Not everyone likes to get "religious" cards.  It does not mean that they are not believers or have faith but some just prefer not to receive these cards.  Please let us know your preference.  I do not mind ‘religious’ cards at all ….  We’ve had lots of struggles around here lately, so I’m trying to strengthen my Christian faith.  I also don’t mind the funny, non-christian cards.     

     

    Is there anything that you DON'T need or want? Is there anything else you want your secret sister to know about you?  I don’t need any more spatulas – I have plenty.  I am DIABETIC!

     

    Susie-Pumpkin
    Think 'Random Acts of Kindness' in all you do!
  • 07-01-2008 11:28 PM In reply to

    Re: MASTER LIST of QUESTIONS for SS ROUND JUL-DEC ‘08

    DECORATING

    Do you decorate for Halloween? Yes

    Do you decorate for Thanksgiving? Yes

    Do you like seasonal/decorative flags?  What size, small garden or larger porch/house? Yes, large & small

    I was wondering what colors you decorate your home and Christmas trees with? home is eclectic, leather furniture with reds & blues, antiques, wood floors, items picked up on travels  -  Christmas, eclectic also, decorations are all gifts..tree is the center,  ornaments are gifts or what has been picked up on travels

    What color schemes do you have? walls: blue, green, yellow, red.....getting ready to wall paper a large wall to bring together a little differently, eclectic

    Do you like suncatchers? What type would you like? Sure...You decide

    Do you like candles?  If so, what scents? Yes...all scents

    Do you use Wick/Reed Diffusers? If so, what scents? yes, fresh and clean

    What are your favorite scents? Lavendar...i enjoy all scents

    HOBBIES / PAST-TIMES

    Do you like to read? yes

    If so, who is your favorite author?  This is a dangerous question, I enjoy a wide range of authors, love discovering new authors, love a lot of small authors in their local areas....Anne Rice,  Diana Gabaldon,  Dean Koontz, James Patterson,  Janet Evonavich,  Joanne Fluke, Terry Goodkind, Ann Rule, Robert Jordan, Alison Weir, Jane Austen, Steven Brust, lots, lots more.....I love series......

    Is there a book you have on your wish list? local authors

    What kind of books do you like to read? A wide range, classics, period, history, westerns, scifi/fantasy, wity, phylisophical, mysteries, true life

    Are there any magazines you wish you subscribed to? O, Simple or Simplicity, National Geographic, Rachael Ray, Gourmet

    Are you a gardner?  yes

    Do you like sports?  If so, what kind?  yes, football, baseball, tennis

    Do you ever go fishing/hunting? yes, fishing, hunting for photography

    Do you scrapbook? NO Need any specific supplies for this? NO

     

    Do you sew? If so, what kind of sewing do you do? (i.e., quilts, crafts, aprons, clothing, etc) no

    Do you do any crafts? If so, what? (i.e., scrapbooking, card making, painting, knitting, crocheting, embroidery, beading, other) I try

     

    Are there any crafting supplies you'd like to have? nothing specific

    Susie
  • 07-01-2008 11:45 PM In reply to

    Re: MASTER LIST of QUESTIONS for SS ROUND JUL-DEC ‘08

    PERSONAL / PAMPERING 

     

    How do you like to pamper yourself? light a candle, comfy outfit, reading

    What is your favorite color? Purple

    Do you like bath salts any certain scent? Lavendar

    Do you use lipgloss? What flavors? yes, any

    Are there any fragrances that you really like or dislike? nothing i dislike

    My favorite thing to receive as a surprise from my SS is "surprise me"

      

     

    MISCELLANEOUS (Questions I couldn’t think of a category for!!)

    Are there any other special days you like to celebrate during the next six months? no...

    Do you like/use post-it-notes, note cards, bookmarks? yes, yes, yes

    Do you like magnets? yes

    Would you like to get homecrafted items? Like wall hangings, afghans, shawls, pot holders and such? yes

    Do you belong to the Red Hat?? No

    What stores do you enjoy shopping at for other than groceries?  You know, for things that you enjoy.  What about on-line shopping?

    Amazon, Coldwater Creek, JC Penney, Bed Bath Beyond, Linen N things, Borders, Barns N Noble, World Market. pier 1, Target, Bath & body Works, Michaels, Beverlys...

    Not everyone likes to get "religious" cards.  It does not mean that they are not believers or have faith but some just prefer not to receive these cards.  Please let us know your preference....anythought works with me..

      Another question...would the SS prefer a movie or digital camera?  Okay, okay, this SS was just kidding!!  But, she said she thinks that would make her one of the more popular sisters!!  LOL – Yes, it you would be a popular SS if I posted which one of you submitted this one!!  Don’t worry _____ - I’m sure anybody would love to have you as a SS!  digital Camera..hee!!hee!!

     

     Is there anything that you DON'T need or want? Is there anything else you want your secret sister to know about you? I will enjoy anything from you...

     

    Susie
  • 07-01-2008 11:46 PM In reply to

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    Edited for July 2009!

     

    FOOD:

    What do you like to snack on? nuts & jelly beans, popcorn

    Do you enjoy coffee, tea, hot chocolate? enjoy all 3, really love my coffee!

    Do you visit any coffee shops such as Dunkin Donuts, Tim Hortons, Starbucks, etc? I am a Starbucks regular.

    What are your favorite Chocolates, candy, or all of these?  love any kind of chocolate with nuts.

    What is your favorite meal? King crab legs

    What is your favorite dessert? cream puffs. cheese cake

    What is your favorite drink? chai

    What is your favorite soup?mushroom

    What is your favorite appetizer? calamari

    What is your favorite sandwich? BLT

    What is your favorite bread? oatmeal

    What is your favorite ice cream?coffee

    Would you accept homemade food items?yes

     

     In the summer, do you or your family enjoy going out for ice cream at any shops such as Friendly's or Cold Stone Creamery?no

     

     

    Do you or your family like tom visit any of the fast food restraunts such as Mc Donald's, Wendy's, Kentuky Fried Chicken, Burger King, Taco Bell, ect.? no

     

     

    What are your favorite fruits and do you have any food allergies! raspberries and no allergies

     

     

    What resturants would you like to receive a Gift Card from??? N/A

     

    CLOTHING / JEWELERY / ACCESSORIES

     

     

    Do you want things for your hair like ponytail holders or clips?yes, ny hair is getting very long now!

     

    Do you like PJ's? Nightgowns(short or long), pajama pants, or sets? Flannel,cotton, or silky? What size? I wear shorts and a tank top , large for both

     

    Do you wear jewelry? What kind do you like? I do, all types

     

     

    Do you wear scarves?  What color(s)?  Long or short? I wear winter scarves, long, black, brown or white

     

     

    Would you like a handmade scarf?sure

     

     

    Do you like holiday socks?no

    What size t shirt do you like?  What size would DH wear? large for myself and XXL for DH.

    Do you prefer to wear slippers, shoes, or socks around the house?  What size?  socks, size 8-9

     

    COOKBOOKS

     

    Would you be okay receiving a gently used cookbook or cooking magazine? yes

     

     

    Would you mind if there were a page or two missing from the cookbook . . . if it is a very nice cookbook? no

     

    How many collect cookbooks and what kind? decorating for cakes and gingerbread and cookies. love grilling books and church community ones, and chocolate or candy making ones.

     

    Do you like Gooseberry Patch cookbooks?  I have a few. 

     

    KITCHEN / COOKING

     

    What colors would look good in your kitchen?Brown, beige, black 

    What is your kitchen color/colors/theme?brown, beige, black

    Do you like Cookie Cutters any certain ones? I do not need any new ones at this time.

     

    Are there any small kitchen gadgets that you need or want? Yes, I would love one of those canning magnectic sticks you use to get the lids out of the hot water.

      

    FAMILY / PETS

     

    If you have children or grandchildren, what fun things do you like to with'them? I play cards with my DS, he is 9

    .

    Would you like anything sent for your husband, kids or grandkids? What are their likes? If you want. DS love Star Wars, Lego, and being outdoors on hios bike. DH is an outdoorsman, BBQ master, and hunter. Also likes Harley Davidson.

    Do you have pets?  What kind and how many? (Don't forget to include names!) n/a

      

    ENTERTAINMENT

    Do you use  iTunes?no

    Do you play cards, dominoes, Bunco, board games, etc.?just cards

    Do you watch movies?no

    Do you have a DVD player? A VCR? DVD

     What kind of movies do you like?n/a 

    Is there a specific movie that you've always wanted to own?no

    What do you like to do for fun? decorate Ukrainain eggs, cakes cookies, gingerbread, garden, bake, cook, exercise

    What do you do to relax?decorate Ukrainain eggs, gingerbread, garden, play on the computer

    Do you like going on family outings/day trips?yes

    Do you have a planned vacation coming up soon?not this year

    Do you have a ladies night with friends?no

    Do you have a family night?no

    DECORATING

    Do you decorate for Halloween?no

    Do you decorate for Thanksgiving?no

    Do you like seasonal/decorative flags?  What size, small garden or larger porch/house?no thanks

    I was wondering what colors you decorate your home and Christmas trees with? All colors

    What color schemes do you have?

    Do you like suncatchers? What type would you like?no thanks

    Do you like candles?  If so, what scents?yes,, love pumpkin, musk

    Do you use Wick/Reed Diffusers? If so, what scents? Crisp Linen

    What are your favorite scents?cinnmon,pumpkin, there are more, I will come back and edit.

    HOBBIES / PAST-TIMES

    Do you like to read?yes but never have enough time too.

    If so, who is your favorite author?Nora Roberts 

    Is there a book you have on your wish list?no

    What kind of books do you like to read?mysery, suspence,

    Are there any magazines you wish you subscribed to?

    Are you a gardner?  YES

    Do you like sports?  If so, what kind? 

    Do you ever go fishing/hunting?yes, we fish and DH hunts

    Do you scrapbook?  Need any specific supplies for this? no

     

    Do you sew? If so, what kind of sewing do you do? (i.e., quilts, crafts, aprons, clothing, etc)no

    Do you do any crafts? If so, what? (i.e., scrapbooking, card making, painting, knitting, crocheting, embroidery, beading, other)Pysanky, Ukrainain egg decorating. And gingerbread decorating.

     

    Are there any crafting supplies you'd like to have? Always need dyes and would love a new pattern book for doing eggs. Or a gingerbread decorating book.

       PERSONAL / PAMPERING 

    How do you like to pamper yourself?baths, do my nails

    What is your favorite color?black, dark blue

    Do you like bath salts any certain scent?yes

    Do you use lipgloss? What flavors?yes

    Are there any fragrances that you really like or dislike?do not like rose or vanilla or anything too sweet.

    My favorite thing to receive as a surprise from my SS is_________________________.

    What is your favorite color?black, dark blue

    MISCELLANEOUS (Questions I couldn’t think of a category for!!)

    Are there any other special days you like to celebrate during the next six months?

    Do you like/use post-it-notes, note cards, bookmarks?yes

    Do you like magnets?no

    Would you like to get homecrafted items? Like wall hangings, afghans, shawls, pot holders and such?no thanks

    Do you belong to the Red Hat??no

    What stores do you enjoy shopping at for other than groceries?  You know, for things that you enjoy.  What about on-line shopping?n/a

    Not everyone likes to get "religious" cards.  It does not mean that they are not believers or have faith but some just prefer not to receive these cards.  Please let us know your preference. Nothing religious please.

     

     

     

     Is there anything that you DON'T need or want? Is there anything else you want your secret sister to know about you? Do not like clutter so not into nick knacks but do collect eggs.

     

     

     

    Redawna

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  • 07-02-2008 12:11 AM In reply to

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    FOOD:

    What do you like to snack on? beef jerkey, trail mix, 3 muscateers mint

    Do you enjoy coffee, tea, hot chocolate? iced coffee and tea no hot chocolate unless its sugar free

    Do you visit any coffee shops such as Dunkin Donuts, Tim Hortons, Starbucks, etc? we have a starbucks  and a bunch of local bartista joints

    What are your favorite Chocolates, candy, or all of these?  3 muscateers mint, herseys, hot tamales, carmels

    What is your favorite meal? italian

    What is your favorite dessert? pie ( straberry or chocolate cream) or ice cream

    What is your favorite drink? water

    What is your favorite soup? tomato floritiene

    What is your favorite appetizer? nachos

    What is your favorite sandwich? grilled cheese

    What is your favorite bread? 100% whole wheat

    What is your favorite ice cream? carmel or peppermint

    Would you accept homemade food items? yes

     In the summer, do you or your family enjoy going out for ice cream at any shops such as Friendly's or Cold Stone Creamery? only have baskin robins here

    Do you or your family like tom visit any of the fast food restraunts such as Mc Donald's, Wendy's, Kentuky Fried Chicken, Burger King, Taco Bell, ect.? yes we like McD, jack in the box taco bell, KFC, Wendys, and dariy queen

    What are your favorite fruits : straberries, peaches, nectarines, pinapple, grapes

    and do you have any food allergies! YES Peppers of all kinds, peas, walnuts, pecans, anything spicy

    What resturants would you like to receive a Gift Card from??? Dennys, Sheries, Outback, Applebees, Olive Garden, Granny's or Old country buffette,

    CLOTHING / JEWELERY / ACCESSORIES

    Do you want things for your hair like ponytail holders or clips? scrunchies

    Do you like PJ's? Nightgowns(short or long), pajama pants, or sets? Flannel,cotton, or silky? What size? when i ware them  i prefure the silky long feminine type gowns

    Do you wear jewelry? some  What kind do you like? ear rings, rings and necklaces

    Do you wear scarves?  What color(s)?  Long or short? i love scarves but i never have the occasion to ware them

    Would you like a handmade scarf? sure

    Do you like holiday socks? yes but i have BIG WIDE feet  size 10-11 please

    What size t shirt do you like? well  at the moment i am in a 16-18 XL  but i am shrinking out of that  What size would DH wear? Large

    Do you prefer to wear slippers, shoes, or socks around the house?  What size?  all of the above 10-11

    COOKBOOKS

    Would you be okay receiving a gently used cookbook or cooking magazine?  yes

     

    Would you mind if there were a page or two missing from the cookbook . . . if it is a very nice cookbook?yes

    How many collect cookbooks and what kind? i collect  would love to have a betty crocker from the 1960-70s

    Do you like Gooseberry Patch cookbooks?  never had one

    KITCHEN / COOKING

    What colors would look good in your kitchen? red and balck

    What is your kitchen color/colors/theme?apples

    Do you like Cookie Cutters any certain ones? unique ones

    Are there any small kitchen gadgets that you need or want? double peeler, salad tongs, storage containers, meat thermomater

      

    FAMILY / PETS

    If you have children or grandchildren, what fun things do you like to with them? two choldren boy age 9 and girl age 4 they love the water, music, dd loves cars and ds loves trains both love Webkinz toys

    Would you like anything sent for your husband, kids or grandkids? What are their likes? DH loves eagles and knives, DS loves trains, reading and the Titanic and DD loves cars and stuffed animals is learning to read

    Do you have pets?  What kind and how many? (Don't forget to include names!) two pets  a cat who thinks she is a dog and a min poodle who thinks he is a cat toy

      

    ENTERTAINMENT

    Do you use  iTunes?no

    Do you play cards, dominoes, Bunco, board games, etc.? cards, dice and board games

    Do you watch movies? yes love all movies

    Do you have a DVD player? A VCR? DVD only

     What kind of movies do you like? we like all kinds but try to limit horror for adults only

    Is there a specific movie that you've always wanted to own? Alvin and the chipmunks  and the Indiana Jones movies

    What do you like to do for fun?  read and write sew paint and play on line

    What do you do to relax? read

    Do you like going on family outings/day trips? we do  but not alot to do round here

    Do you have a planned vacation coming up soon?no

    Do you have a ladies night with friends? when i can  KAREOKE BABY

    Do you have a family night? no  never have time

    DECORATING

    Do you decorate for Halloween? sometimes

    Do you decorate for Thanksgiving? not really

    Do you like seasonal/decorative flags?  What size, small garden or larger porch/house? no yard to put up flags

    I was wondering what colors you decorate your home and Christmas trees with? mostly blues and religious themes but i like old fashio orenments and unicorn fantacy ones

    What color schemes do you have? what color scheems house is kind of whatever

    Do you like suncatchers? What type would you like? yes fantacy ones

    Do you like candles?  If so, what scents? love candles, rose honeysuckle and cinnimon

    Do you use Wick/Reed Diffusers? If so, what scents?no

    What are your favorite scents? rose, honeysuckle, peach, suttle scents

    HOBBIES / PAST-TIMES

    Do you like to read? LOVE to read

    If so, who is your favorite author?   oh way to many to list but will list top three : piers anthoney, Anne rice robert asprin

    Is there a book you have on your wish list? i need another copy of Shogun by james clavelle  have read mine to tatters

    What kind of books do you like to read? mostly fantacy and sci fi  but love paranormal romances or anything out of the ordinary

    Are there any magazines you wish you subscribed to? rachle ray

    Are you a gardner?  NO  i have a black thumb

    Do you like sports?  If so, what kind?  i like watching sports  only  not that athletic

    Do you ever go fishing/hunting? not into fishing  but DH is  and i don't hunt  but i love venicon and elk meat

    Do you scrapbook?  Need any specific supplies for this?  yes  doing our wedding album  so blues and anything wedding

     

    Do you sew? If so, what kind of sewing do you do? (i.e., quilts, crafts, aprons, clothing, etc) yes when ihave the time

    Do you do any crafts? If so, what? (i.e., scrapbooking, card making, painting, knitting, crocheting, embroidery, beading, other) painting ceramics embrodery DH decorates cakes

     

    Are there any crafting supplies you'd like to have? sticker maker, scrapbooking cut outs and templates

     

     PERSONAL / PAMPERING 

     

    How do you like to pamper yourself? run screaming into the night  LOL  have not ever done that

    What is your favorite color? blue blue and blue

    Do you like bath salts any certain scent? do not take baths

    Do you use lipgloss? What flavors? yes  straberry, peach, apple

    Are there any fragrances that you really like or dislike? honeysuckle, babypowder, rose, cucumbermelon anything soft  no musks or overpowering scents please

    My favorite thing to receive as a surprise from my SS is__that one thing i was not expecting_______________________.

      

     

    MISCELLANEOUS (Questions I couldn’t think of a category for!!)

    Are there any other special days you like to celebrate during the next six months? 5th annivercery July 18, birthday aug 18th, DH and DD bd Dec 11,12

    Do you like/use post-it-notes, note cards, bookmarks? yes use tones of bookmarks and always need postits for my writing

    Do you like magnets? yes  but the kids love them more

    Would you like to get homecrafted items? Like wall hangings, afghans, shawls, pot holders and such?  yes love hand made things

    Do you belong to the Red Hat?? no am a volenteer with United Way

    What stores do you enjoy shopping at for other than groceries?  You know, for things that you enjoy.  What about on-line shopping? WalMart and Safeway and when i get there CostCo

    Not everyone likes to get "religious" cards.  It does not mean that they are not believers or have faith but some just prefer not to receive these cards.  Please let us know your preference. i am an ecectic christian so i like anything even wicca or no religious cards and items

      Another question...would the SS prefer a movie or digital camera?  Okay, okay, this SS was just kidding!!  But, she said she thinks that would make her one of the more popular sisters!!  LOL – Yes, it you would be a popular SS if I posted which one of you submitted this one!!  Don’t worry _____ - I’m sure anybody would love to have you as a SS! 

     

     Is there anything that you DON'T need or want?  not that i can think of
    Is there anything else you want your secret sister to know about you?  iam studying to be a writer of childrens books and could use any childrens recipies anyone can send me
     
     
    LadyUni

     

  • 07-02-2008 12:21 AM In reply to

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    FOOD:

     

    What do you like to snack on?   Popcorn, DUH!!!!  lol

     

    Do you enjoy coffee, tea, hot chocolate?  Loose teas mostly and sugar free hot cocoa yeppers.

     

    Do you visit any coffee shops such as Dunkin Donuts, Tim Hortons, Starbucks, etc?  I do  like Starbucks... and one in Sumner called Castle Perks!  

     

    What are your favorite Chocolates, candy, or all of these? I love chocolate..... but you know what.....   I really have to get serious again about losing weight..so... although I love it.... best not....

     

    What is your favorite meal?

      Hmmmmmmmm, LC's melt  in the mouth chicken, I think...but then there are tacos...  

     

    What is your favorite dessert?  Chocolate cake....

     

    What is your favorite drink? Iced tea.. and green tea... my favorite.. grapefruit orange herbal tea

     

    What is your favorite soup?  Cream of Broccoli?Baked potato soup?  love them both

     

    What is your favorite appetizer?

     

    What is your favorite sandwich?  BLT!!!!  no question there.... and BLTs will always remind me of my mommy.

     

    What is your favorite bread?  Miltons Healthy grain

     

    What is your favorite ice cream?  The butter brickle kinds... chocolate and caramel... and .. STOP>>> STOP!!!  ....

     

    Would you accept homemade food items?  for the most part....

     

     In the summer, do you or your family enjoy going out for ice cream at any shops such as Friendly's or Cold Stone Creamery? Cold Stone Creamer, Dairy Queen

     

    Do you or your family like tom visit any of the fast food restraunts such as Mc Donald's, Wendy's, Kentuky Fried Chicken, Burger King, Taco Bell, ect.?  jack in the box, wendy's, burger king, Taco Time

     

    What are your favorite fruits and do you have any food allergies!  no food allergies,... just allergic to my dog, and I kid you not...  

    Apples. cantelope, blue berry mufins,   rhurbarb crisp.. oh.. I digress.. 

     

    What resturants would you like to receive a Gift Card from???

    The OutBack, Daves Famous BBQ, Olive Garden, The Black Bear
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  • 07-02-2008 1:35 AM In reply to

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    FOOD:  What do you like to snack on?  Dried apple chips(can't get them here!Sad), nuts, especially almonds & mixed nuts, Hershey's kisses with almonds...  Do you enjoy coffee, tea, or hot chocloate?  I don't drink coffee, but I love hot green tea & hot chocolate.  Do you visit any coffee shops?  No   What is your favorite chocolate, candy, ect.?  I love plain & peanut M&Ms, my favorite store bought candy is Goo Goo Supremes, I love candy corn & mello creme candies at Halloween.  What is your favorite meal?  I love seafood & my favorite would have to be fried oysters, steamed crab legs, fired & boiled shrimp, sauteed scallops.  I also love a good steak with a loaded baked potato.  Another favorite that I amke is my chicken tetrazinni.  What is your favorite dessert?  I love brownies made with pecans, fudge made with marshmallow creme & pecans, BTS cake that my best firend makes me every year on my birthday, Divinity candy with pecans, peanut butter mouse, mile high pie, lemon bars.  What is your favorite drink?  Diet Coke, hot green tea, Sprite.  What is your favorite soup?  Oyster stew, New England Clam Chowder, Potato Soup, What is your favorite appetizer?  My own recipe for Shrimp Dip, Heart Attack Dip & Nacho Cheese Doritoes.  What is your favorite sandwich?  Open faced hot roast beef, tuna salad, shrimp dip.  What is your favorite bread?  Whole Wheat, Raisin Bread, Blueberry Muffins.  What is your favorite ice cream?  Pecan Praline, Black Walnut, Butter Pecan.  Would you accept homemade food items?  Yes!  Do you enjoy going to ice cream shops?  Yes-Baskin Robbins.  Do you go to fast food restaurants?  Yes-Taco Bell, Hardees, Wendy's, Penn's, KFC  What are your favorite fruits & do you have food allergies?  No food allergies  I love strawberries, apples, kiwis, oranges, satsumas, tangerines, grapes, blueberries, fresh pineapple, watermellon, bananas, fresh peaches.  What restaurant would you like to receive a gift card from?  Chillies, O'Charley's, Applebee's, Red Lobster.  What sores do you enjoy shopping at?  Walmart, Target, Kohl's, J.C.Penney's.  Would I like to receive religious cardsYes!  Is ther anything that I don't want or need?  Is there anything else that you want your SS to know about you?  I am a Christian.  I don't need any more cookie cutters.  I am disabled with severe neurological damage in both hands.   CLOTHING, JEWELRY, & ACCESSORIES:  Do you want things for your hair like ponytail holders & clips?  Yes, my hair is long & I like "jeweled" or velvet hairband with teeth(cannot wear the ones without teeth because they won't hold my hair), Clips, Ponytail Holders(the ouchless kind without metal).  Do you like PJ's, ect?  No thank you.  Do you wear jewelry?  Yes!  I love gold & silver jewelry, especially Native American & with gemstones.  I wear a size 7 ring, I wear necklaces, bracelets, ankle bracelets, toe rings, pierced earrings in hoop style.  The only kind of pendants that I wear are crosses.  Do you wear scarves?  No thank you.  It is too hot down here for those.  Do you like Holiday Socks?  Yes.  What size T shirt do you wear?  What about your DH?  DH does not wear T shirts.  I wear a small.  What types of shoes do you wear around the house?  I wear pretty "jeweled" or sparkly flip flops & sandals.  COOKBOOKS:  Would you be OK receiving a gently used cookbook or cooking magazine?  Yes.  I don't mind if a page or two is missing.  Do you collect any cookbooks & what kind?  I like the church or community cookbooks & Rachel Ray.  KITCHEN/COOKING:  What is your kitchen colors & thems?  My kitchen is sunflowers & black & white checks.  Black, white, & yellow would look good.  Are there any small kitchen gadgets that you need or wnat?  Anything that will help me not to cut or burn myself would be most welcome.  The nerve damage in my hands makes me drop things, ect.  I would LOVE to have a zester/grater!  Do you have pets?  I Have a very spoiled weenie dog named Miss Weenie.  ENTERTAINMENT:  Do you watch movies?  Do you have a VCR & a DVD player?  I have both a DVD player & a VCR.  I love anything with CHARLTON HESTON in it!  I like war movies, Biblical movies, good horror movies(nothing hokey), movies about real people(Ghandi for example), westerns & pioneer movies.  What do you like to do for fun?  Antiquing, treasure hunting with my metal detector, bargain hunting at local salvage store,   What do you do to relax?  Read books, watch TV, bird watching, especially hummingbirds, hand sew beads on T shirt type tops to make them unique.  Do you like going on family outings/day trips?  Yes,  DH & I love to travel, but with gas being OUTRAGEOUS I don't think that we'll be doing much of that!  Do you have a planned vacation coming up soon?  Yes.  I am leaving on July 12 to go to Nicaragua on amission trip with my church--not exactly a vacation!  LOL!  DH & I are going to Branson, MO in October.  I am going to add something:  COLLECTIONS:  Do you collect anything?  I collect crosses, especially jewelry, & I collect red weenie dog things, horse stuff, & angels.  What is your favorite color?  Purple.  Do you use bath salts?  No thank you.  Do you use lip gloss? No, but I use lip balm.  Are there any fragrances that you like or dislike?  Yes.  I love Beautiful, Green Tea, Halston, Diamonds & Emeralds for cologne & perfume.  I love cinnamon apple, sugar cookie, mulberry, sandalwood, vanilla, peach for candles & potpourri(Pine scent for Christmas).  I don't care for florals, & clean linen, ect.  My favorite thing to receive as a surprise from my SS is anything that she wants to surprise me with.  I love Post It notes, colored gel pens, pretty stationary, & cute magnets for the frig.  What kind of books do you like to read?  I love the Chicken Soup for the Soul books, books about true angel encounters & NDE's, Christian books.  I do not need any more magazines--DH says that we're "magazine poor"!  LOL!  I don't care for sports.  I sew beads on Tshirt type tops to make them look unique.  I do not scrap book.  I probably should.  LOL!  ~Jeanne 

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  • 07-02-2008 1:47 AM In reply to

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    FOOD:

     

    What do you like to snack on?  Ruffles chips or popcorn

     

    Do you enjoy coffee, tea, hot chocolate?  Iced tea or hot chocolate.  None of the flavored teas, just good old reliable liptons

     

    Do you visit any coffee shops such as Dunkin Donuts, Tim Hortons, Starbucks, etc?  No coffee for me.

     

    What are your favorite Chocolates, candy, or all of these?  Sugar free candy.  Would love some sugar-free fudge.  However, nothing is better at Christmas than divinity.   That is so light and fluffy.

     

    What is your favorite meal?  Barbequed ribs with a mild sauce

     

    What is your favorite dessert?  Lemon chiffon pie or angel food cake with strawberries

     

    What is your favorite drink? diet coke with a slice of lime (not lemon) or a strawberry daiquiri.

     

    What is your favorite soup?  My mother's homemade vegetable beef soup

     

    What is your favorite appetizer?  Nothing special

     

    What is your favorite sandwich?  philly steak sandwich, no mushrooms, just bell pepper and onions

     

    What is your favorite bread?  Homey Wheatberry

     

    What is your favorite ice cream? no sugar added vanilla or strawberry cheesecake

     

    Would you accept homemade food items? Yes, I love banana bread, zucchini pineapple bread,

     

     In the summer, do you or your family enjoy going out for ice cream at any shops such as Friendly's or Cold Stone Creamery? Just McDonald's for their small vanilla cones

     

    Do you or your family like to visit any of the fast food restraunts such as Mc Donald's, Wendy's, Kentuky Fried Chicken, Burger King, Taco Bell, ect.? All of the ones mentioned. 

     

    What are your favorite fruits and do you have any food allergies!  Watermelon, cantaloupe, strawberries.  Allergic to avocadoes, mushrooms, and cranberries

     

    What resturants would you like to receive a Gift Card from???  Olive Garden, Applebees, Hometown Buffet, Outback Steak house

     

    CLOTHING / JEWELERY / ACCESSORIES

     

    Do you want things for your hair like ponytail holders or clips? Nope

     

    Do you like PJ's? Nightgowns(short or long), pajama pants, or sets? Flannel,cotton, or silky? What size? Double x at Lane Bryant.  Prefer cotton in summer and flannel in winter.  I have a cold house if winter is cold as it is brick.

     

    Do you wear jewelry? What kind do you like?  Only Sterling Silver, no earrings.  Rings and necklaces.   I love citrine,amethyst, and blue topaz.  I wear a size 9 ring and prefer 20-22 inch chains on necklaces.  Do not like chains that are too tight around the neck

     

    Do you wear scarves?  What color(s)?  Long or short?  In the winter I need to wear a scarf to keep my neck warm.  Prefer blues and lavenders or purple

     

    Would you like a handmade scarf?Always

     

    Do you like holiday socks? Yes,  I tend to buy the ones with the non slip on the bottom.  Largest size possible

     

    What size t shirt do you like?  What size would DH wear?  3X roomier the better

     

    Do you prefer to wear slippers, shoes, or socks around the house?  What size?  Socks, the bigger the better

     

    COOKBOOKS

     

    Would you be okay receiving a gently used cookbook or cooking magazine? Cookbooks.   I would love the gooseberry cookbooks.  Also the new Deen Brothers cookbook

     

    Would you mind if there were a page or two missing from the cookbook . . . if it is a very nice cookbook?  I have a 1945 Better Homes and Gardens that was my mothers

     

    How many collect cookbooks and what kind? Many kinds.  Love the community cookbooks.  Or just a bunch of good recipes from you.

     

    Do you like Gooseberry Patch cookbooks?  Yes

     

    KITCHEN / COOKING

     

    What colors would look good in your kitchen?  Blues

     

    What is your kitchen color/colors/theme? nothing special.  I tend to go with the flow when I get new towels and pot holders

     

    Do you like Cookie Cutters any certain ones?  Have none

     

    Are there any small kitchen gadgets that you need or want? I have to think on this one.  I do not do a lot of cooking or baking since I lost my husband 2 years ago.  Difficult to cook for just one

      

    FAMILY / PETS

     

    If you have children or grandchildren, what fun things do you like to with them?  Grandson lives in Minnesota

     

    Would you like anything sent for your husband, kids or grandkids? What are their likes?  No husband, my grandson collects stuffed frogs

     

    Do you have pets?  What kind and how many? (Don't forget to include names!)

       No pets

    ENTERTAINMENT

     

    Do you use  iTunes?  no

     

    Do you play cards, dominoes, Bunco, board games, etc.?  no

     

    Do you watch movies?  only oldies on the sleuth channel, tbs, or usa television

     

    Do you have a DVD player? A VCR? VCR

     

     What kind of movies do you like?  Last movie I saw at the theater was "The Pacifier" with Vin Diesel

     

    Is there a specific movie that you've always wanted to own?  no

     

    What do you like to do for fun? read, collect Native American plates, and would like to travel to the Oregon Coast if gas was not so expensive and I had more time.

     

    What do you do to relax?  read  mysteries, thrillers, romance: Stephen King is not my friend.  Hate horror or science fiction books

     

    Do you like going on family outings/day trips?  Usually go up to the National Cemetery where hubby is buried.  Also like to walk in Lithia Park in Ashland

     

    Do you have a planned vacation coming up soon? no

     

    Do you have a ladies night with friends? no

     

    Do you have a family night? no

     

    DECORATING

     

    Do you decorate for Halloween?  no

     

    Do you decorate for Thanksgiving?  no

     

    Do you like seasonal/decorative flags?  What size, small garden or larger porch/house?  no flags, wind chimes and the spinners.  Have an American Flag to honor my husband's service in the Navy

     

    I was wondering what colors you decorate your home and Christmas trees with? Nothing special.  Only a one bedroom apartment so not much room.

     

    What color schemes do you have?  nothing special. 

     

    Do you like suncatchers? What type would you like?  anything

     

    Do you like candles?  If so, what scents?  I like the candles at Christmas that are pine scented. I think they call it glistening snow

     

    Do you use Wick/Reed Diffusers? If so, what scents?  no

     

    What are your favorite scents?  Pine or apple cinnamon

     

    HOBBIES / PAST-TIMES

     

    Do you like to read? Love it

     

    If so, who is your favorite author?  Elizabeth Lowell, Brad Thor, Vince Flynn, and many other numerous authors. 

     

    Is there a book you have on your wish list?

     

    What kind of books do you like to read?Mystery, thrillers, contemporary Romance suspense

     

    Are there any magazines you wish you subscribed to?  Guideposts or their Angel magazine

     

    Are you a gardner?  All I have are hanging planters as I am in an apartment

     

    Do you like sports?  If so, what kind?  Nascar

     

    Do you ever go fishing/hunting?  No

     

    Do you scrapbook?  Need any specific supplies for this? No

     

    Do you sew? If so, what kind of sewing do you do? (i.e., quilts, crafts, aprons, clothing, etc)  No

     

    Do you do any crafts? If so, what? (i.e., scrapbooking, card making, painting, knitting, crocheting, embroidery, beading, other)  No

     

    Are there any crafting supplies you'd like to have?  No

     

    I FORGOT TO ADD THAT  I COLLECT THE PICTURE POSTCARDS FROM DIFFERENT PLACES.  I LOVE THEM. 

     

     PERSONAL / PAMPERING
     

     

    How do you like to pamper yourself?  I would love to have time for a massage

     

    What is your favorite color? blues and lavenders

     

    Do you like bath salts any certain scent?  I use bath and body cherry scents

     

    Do you use lipgloss? What flavors? no

     

    Are there any fragrances that you really like or dislike? Sometimes the vanillas are too strong.  Cannot stand the cucumber melon.

     

    My favorite thing to receive as a surprise from my SS is___Anything is welcome 

     

    MISCELLANEOUS (Questions I couldn’t think of a category for!!)

     

    Are there any other special days you like to celebrate during the next six months?

     

    Do you like/use post-it-notes, note cards, bookmarks? yes

     

    Do you like magnets?  yes and I love Leanin tree cards

     

    Would you like to get homecrafted items? Like wall hangings, afghans, shawls, pot holders and such? Anything

     

    Do you belong to the Red Hat??

     

    What stores do you enjoy shopping at for other than groceries?  You know, for things that you enjoy.  What about on-line shopping? I do online shopping at Woman within, amazon.com and get computer cartridges at Ebay

     

    Not everyone likes to get "religious" cards.  It does not mean that they are not believers or have faith but some just prefer not to receive these cards.  Please let us know your preference.  no problem, either way

      Another question...would the SS prefer a movie or digital camera?  Okay, okay, this SS was just kidding!!  But, she said she thinks that would make her one of the more popular sisters!!  LOL – Yes, it you would be a popular SS if I posted which one of you submitted this one!!  Don’t worry _____ - I’m sure anybody would love to have you as a SS! 

     

     Is there anything that you DON'T need or want? Is there anything else you want your secret sister to know about you? I am an honest caring person that does more for other than herself.  I volunteer with the homeless men of our community and also at my church.
  • 07-02-2008 3:11 AM In reply to

    Re: MASTER LIST of QUESTIONS for SS ROUND JUL-DEC ‘08

    FOOD:

     

    What do you like to snack on?  nuts, jerky, sweet and sour gummy things...chocolate!

     

    Do you enjoy coffee, tea, hot chocolate?  no

     

    Do you visit any coffee shops such as Dunkin Donuts, Tim Hortons, Starbucks, etc?  Don't even like the smell of coffee...only made 1 pot of coffee in my 30 year marriage..and don't even know if it was good as no one showed up to drink it.....lol

     

    What are your favorite Chocolates, candy, or all of these?  chocolate covered nuts......Symphony chocolate bar with toffee bits

     

    What is your favorite meal?  Shrimp at Red Lobster  If I cooked it I guess porkchops with rice and gravy

     

    What is your favorite dessert?  something chocolate!

     

    What is your favorite drink? Diet Mt. Dew

     

    What is your favorite soup? Campbells Chicken Noodle...or Campbells Clam Chowder....the only one I've found with NO onions!

     

    What is your favorite appetizer?  chicken nuggets

     

    What is your favorite sandwich?  pastrami..no mayo or mustard

     

    What is your favorite bread?  banana nut...or cinnimon  (can you tell I can't spell?)

     

    What is your favorite ice cream?  Everything but the kitchen sink by Ben and Jerry's

     

    Would you accept homemade food items?  sure!!

     

     In the summer, do you or your family enjoy going out for ice cream at any shops such as Friendly's or Cold Stone Creamery?  WE finally got a Dairy Queen not to far away!! I also like McDonald's ice cream or Sonic's

     

    Do you or your family like tom visit any of the fast food restraunts such as Mc Donald's, Wendy's, Kentuky Fried Chicken, Burger King, Taco Bell, ect.?

      Jack-n-the -box, Sonic, Popeyes...Taco Bell, Arby's

    What are your favorite fruits and do you have any food allergies!  I like fresh fruit....don't like it cooked.  Favorite I guess would be green grapes..tangerines...pineapple. Don't like apples or strawberries.

     

    What resturants would you like to receive a Gift Card from???  Sizzler, Golden Coral, Sonic, Jack- in-the-Box , Red Lobster, Arby's . Can you tell I love to eat out????

     

    CLOTHING / JEWELERY / ACCESSORIES

     

    Do you want things for your hair like ponytail holders or clips?  I wear clips and barrettes.  Some time ponytail holders ( the ball kind)

     

    Do you like PJ's? Nightgowns(short or long), pajama pants, or sets? Flannel,cotton, or silky? What size?  I like cotton short gowns...I'm very hot natured can't wear knit.  1x or 2 x....I like them roomy!

     

    Do you wear jewelry? What kind do you like?  I love necklaces and braclets. silver...or custome  (see can't spell again!)

     

    Do you wear scarves?  What color(s)?  Long or short?  No thanks

     

    Would you like a handmade scarf? to warm for one here

     

    Do you like holiday socks?  slippers would be nice...wear them once in awhile

     

    What size t shirt do you like?  What size would DH wear? I don't wear t-shirts much....cause I'm so hot natured..I have a hard time finding cotton blouses..1x..    Son would wear L

     

    Do you prefer to wear slippers, shoes, or socks around the house?  What size?  I go barefoot all year....lol

     

    COOKBOOKS

     

    Would you be okay receiving a gently used cookbook or cooking magazine? 

    sure! I really don't use them much except for dessert books maybe.

    Would you mind if there were a page or two missing from the cookbook . . . if it is a very nice cookbook?  that would be fine

     

    How many collect cookbooks and what kind?  No

     

    Do you like Gooseberry Patch cookbooks?  I might if I knew what it was...lol

     

    KITCHEN / COOKING

     

    What colors would look good in your kitchen?  right now it's sunflowers...but that may change before Christmas.....so not sure....but probably still sunflowers since I like them so much

     

    What is your kitchen color/colors/theme?  yellow

     

    Do you like Cookie Cutters any certain ones?  odd ones would be fun

     

    Are there any small kitchen gadgets that you need or want?  I would love to try the "glove for cleaning potatos"

      

    FAMILY / PETS

     

    If you have children or grandchildren, what fun things do you like to with them?  Kids are all grown

     

    Would you like anything sent for your husband, kids or grandkids? What are their likes?  You don't have to....son will be sharing with me. He loves Superman.....and sweet and sour candy

     

    Do you have pets?  What kind and how many? (Don't forget to include names!)  4 beagles....Jenny, Candy, Girly......right now 7 new pups born June 30th

      

    ENTERTAINMENT

     

    Do you use  iTunes?  No

     

    Do you play cards, dominoes, Bunco, board games, etc.?  I do on-line

     

    Do you watch movies?  yes.....love anything baseball....comedy,

     

    Do you have a DVD player? A VCR? yes to both

     

     What kind of movies do you like?  anything baseball

     

    Is there a specific movie that you've always wanted to own?  Mickey...it's a baseball movie...I've seen it at Wal-mart  or the Majestic starring Jim Carrey....I have friends in that movie

     

    What do you like to do for fun?  shop

     

    What do you do to relax? crochet...read...watch tv...play games on-line

     

    Do you like going on family outings/day trips?  no

     

    Do you have a planned vacation coming up soon?  no..

     

    Do you have a ladies night with friends?  no

     

    Do you have a family night?   no

     

    DECORATING

     

    Do you decorate for Halloween?   no

     

    Do you decorate for Thanksgiving? yes

     

    Do you like seasonal/decorative flags?  What size, small garden or larger porch/house?  I like them but no hanger for them

     

    I was wondering what colors you decorate your home and Christmas trees with?  Don't do much decorating. Anything really...no theme

     

    What color schemes do you have? any color  I LOVE Christmas music...I could listen to it all year!!!

     

    Do you like suncatchers? What type would you like? sunflowers..wildlife

     

    Do you like candles?  If so, what scents? vanilla...sugar cookie...mint

     

    Do you use Wick/Reed Diffusers? If so, what scents? no

     

    What are your favorite scents? vanilla, coconut, mint

     

    HOBBIES / PAST-TIMES

     

    Do you like to read? yes!

     

    If so, who is your favorite author?  Kingsbury, Sparks, Macomber,

     

    Is there a book you have on your wish list? no

     

    What kind of books do you like to read? anything clean and easy reading...mostly Christian mysteries.

     

    Are there any magazines you wish you subscribed to?  maybe a crocheting magagine...Reader's Digest

     

    Are you a gardner?  NO

     

    Do you like sports?  If so, what kind?  Baseball

     

    Do you ever go fishing/hunting?  fishing once in awhile

     

    Do you scrapbook?  Need any specific supplies for this? No

     

    Do you sew? If so, what kind of sewing do you do? (i.e., quilts, crafts, aprons, clothing, etc) Don't like to sew

     

    Do you do any crafts? If so, what? (i.e., scrapbooking, card making, painting, knitting, crocheting, embroidery, beading, other) crochet....try to make cards..going to try beading.

     

    Are there any crafting supplies you'd like to have? pretty beads maybe

       PERSONAL / PAMPERING
     

    How do you like to pamper yourself? Don't get a chance to really

     

    What is your favorite color? mauve, teal, peach, aqua, yellow. Bright colors

     

    Do you like bath salts any certain scent? no...take showers

     

    Do you use lipgloss? What flavors?  no

     

    Are there any fragrances that you really like or dislike?  Victoria Secret Vanilla is my favorite.

     

    My favorite thing to receive as a surprise from my SS is_________anything________________.

     

    What is your favorite color? love bright colors

     

    MISCELLANEOUS (Questions I couldn’t think of a category for!!)

     

    Are there any other special days you like to celebrate during the next six months?  no

     

    Do you like/use post-it-notes, note cards, bookmarks? any! always looking for bookmarks!  Using a piece of toliet paper now...lol

     

    Do you like magnets? LOVE magnets

      Do you collect anything?  boy (male) dolls...deer..1976 drummer boy quarters

    Would you like to get homecrafted items? Like wall hangings, afghans, shawls, pot holders and such? Anything she made for me would be great!

     

    Do you belong to the Red Hat?? No but love hats!

     

    What stores do you enjoy shopping at for other than groceries?  You know, for things that you enjoy.  What about on-line shopping?  Wal-mart...Super 99....Dollar Tree... On-line....E-bay...half.com or Christian Book Distributors

     

    Not everyone likes to get "religious" cards.  It does not mean that they are not believers or have faith but some just prefer not to receive these cards.  Please let us know your preference.  I like varity....some Christian is great.

      What kind of music do you like? Would you except a used cd or dvd?  I like fast Southern Gospel Music. Country..Dino..Denver and the Mile High Band. Love Reba...Lonestar...Glen Campbell...Would love to have the CDs or DVDs to the Parade of Pianos from the National Quartet Convention...they go back several years. I don't have any.

    Another question...would the SS prefer a movie or digital camera?  Okay, okay, this SS was just kidding!!  But, she said she thinks that would make her one of the more popular sisters!! movie...lol

     Is there anything that you DON'T need or want? Is there anything else you want your secret sister to know about you?  I'm easy to please!!! Just hearing from you will be special! Just enjoy yourself...be crazy...be fun!! Hug  I co

     

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  • 07-02-2008 6:30 AM In reply to

    Re: MASTER LIST of QUESTIONS for SS ROUND JUL-DEC ‘08

    FOOD:

    What do you like to snack on?

    chips, pretzels, fruit, chocolate, M&M's

    Do you enjoy coffee, tea, hot chocolate?

      Yes, all three

    Do you visit any coffee shops such as Dunkin Donuts, Tim Hortons, Starbucks, etc?

      I love to drink Ice Coffee and Ice Tea and often stop at Dunkin Donuts, Tim Hortons or Honey Dew to buy it

    What are your favorite Chocolates, candy, or all of these? 

      Chocolates...especially milt chocolate truffles and M&M's (plain and peanut)

    What is your favorite meal?

      Steak, medium rare, mashed potatos, corn on cob

    What is your favorite dessert?

      grapenut custard, tapioca pudding, chocolate cream pie

    What is your favorite drink?

    sweet wine, ice tea, ice coffee,

    What is your favorite soup?

    beef barley, beef stew, chicken base soups, chowder

     

     What is your favorite appetizer?

    chiicken wings,

    What is your favorite sandwich?

    steak sandwich or homemade meatball or eggplant parm sandwich

    What is your favorite bread?

    soft white

    What is your favorite ice cream?

    chocolate, coffee, moose tracks

    Would you accept homemade food items?

    I would love to receive homemade food items

     In the summer, do you or your family enjoy going out for ice cream at any shops such as Friendly's or Cold Stone Creamery?

    yes...Friendlys, Ben and Jerrys, Cold Stone Creamery

    Do you or your family like tom visit any of the fast food restraunts such as Mc Donald's, Wendy's, Kentuky Fried Chicken, Burger King, Taco Bell, ect.?

      I love Mc Donald's Unsweetened ice tea and who doesn't love their french fries...lol Once in a while I like to have Kentuky Fried Chicken and Wendys

    What are your favorite fruits and do you have any food allergies!

      Oh gosh....my favorite fruit?  I would have to say it's a toss up between watermelon and strawberries.  I also love cantelope, seedless grapes, peaches, fruit salad...I like canned fruit as well.  I am not a big fan of eating an apple but I do love to bake with apples and I like applesauce.  As far as allergies...I cannot drink any crystal light type beverages,  I  am allergic to some type of chemical in it, not the sweetner.  I am also allergic to walnuts but I can eat any other kind of nuts...I especially love cashews and macademia nuts

    What resturants would you like to receive a Gift Card from???

      My DH and I both have very busy work schedules and don't always have time to cook dinner every night so sometimes it's easier for us to just met at the end of our days and go out to eat at a restaurant.  Here are some of our favorite places to go: Applebee'sChili'sOlive GardenTexas Road HouseT G I FridaysBoston MarketWe also have a few local favorites that we like to go to:Governor Francis Inn, Marchetti's, Greggs and the Old Grist Mill Tavern

    CLOTHING / JEWELERY / ACCESSORIES

    Do you want things for your hair like ponytail holders or clips?

      I have long hair and use head bands...they need to be sturdy ones but without teeth

    Do you like PJ's? Nightgowns(short or long), pajama pants, or sets? Flannel,cotton, or silky? What size?

    No Thank You

      Do you wear jewelry? What kind do you like?

    pierced earrings, but I can only wear 14 karat gold earrings...I need extra long posts if they have posts.  I also like hoops or dangling earrings

    Do you wear scarves?  What color(s)?  Long or short?

    yes, sometimes...any color....long

    Would you like a handmade scarf?

      Yes

    Do you like holiday socks?

      No Thank You

    What size t shirt do you like?  What size would DH wear?

      3x, very long with a v-neck or scoop neck for me....DH wears size 3x

    Do you prefer to wear slippers, shoes, or socks around the house?  What size?  

      No thank you

    COOKBOOKS

    Would you be okay receiving a gently used cookbook or cooking magazine? 

    Yes

    Would you mind if there were a page or two missing from the cookbook . . . if it is a very nice cookbook?

      No gourmet cookbooks please

    How many collect cookbooks and what kind?

      I love to collect the church/ community type cookbooks 

    Do you like Gooseberry Patch cookbooks? 

      Yes

    KITCHEN / COOKING

    What colors would look good in your kitchen?

      Yellow and light green

    What is your kitchen color/colors/theme?

      Yellow and  light green

    Do you like Cookie Cutters any certain ones?

      I love to bake cookies but I prefer not to use cookie cutters...I the love the kind you can scoop....I would love it if my sister would be willing to share any of her favorite recipes with me!

    Are there any small kitchen gadgets that you need or want?

       I love and have lots of kitchen gadgets. If my SS finds anything new and interesting, that would be great.
     

    Do you use cookie stamps? 

    No thank You

    Do you use cookie molds?

    No thank you

    FAMILY / PETS

    If you have children or grandchildren, what fun things do you like to with them?

      I have no children

    Would you like anything sent for your husband, kids or grandkids? What are their likes?

       My DH says it is not necessary but if my SS wants to include him, he loves chewing gum (the kind on the cards that you push the pieces through the foil), baseball style hats, anything homemade, cookies/bars. Oh he is also a Yankee fan, but not me...I am a Boston Red Sox fan all the way...lol

    Do you have pets?  What kind and how many? (Don't forget to include names!)

       no pets

    ENTERTAINMENT

    Do you use  iTunes?

    no, not yet

    Do you play cards, dominoes, Bunco, board games, etc.?

    I play cards

    Do you watch movies?

    yes

    Do you have a DVD player? A VCR?

      I have both

     What kind of movies do you like?

      love stories and romantic comedies

    Is there a specific movie that you've always wanted to own?

      not that I can think of at this time

    What do you like to do for fun?

      Cake decorating

    What do you do to relax?

      light a candle, listen to music

    Do you like going on family outings/day trips?

      yes

    Do you have a planned vacation coming up soon?

      not right now but DH and I love to travel, especially cruises

    Do you have a ladies night with friends?

      sometimes

    Do you have a family night?

      we play cards with family members usually every other weekend

    DECORATING

    Do you decorate for Halloween?

    no

    Do you decorate for Thanksgiving?

      no

    Do you like seasonal/decorative flags?  What size, small garden or larger porch/house?

      No thank you

    I was wondering what colors you decorate your home and Christmas trees with?

      I decorate my tree with gold garland, gold balls, white lights, small red bows and an angel tree topper.

    What color schemes do you have?

     most rooms in my house are painted yellow 

    Do you like suncatchers? What type would you like?

      yes

    Do you like candles?  If so, what scents?

      I  love to burn candles, espically Yankee Candles.  I like Macontosh Apple and hazelnut coffee or any coffee scent.  I do not like spice scents like cinnamon.  I also like the pine scents at Christmas time.

    Do you use Wick/Reed Diffusers? If so, what scents?

      no thank you

    What are your favorite scents?

    HOBBIES / PAST-TIMES

    Do you like to read?

    yes

    If so, who is your favorite author? 

      Nicholas Sparks

    Is there a book you have on your wish list?

      The lost boy (this is the sequal to "A child called it"

    What kind of books do you like to read?

      Are there any magazines you wish you subscribed to? 

    I think I subscribe to all I am interested in (all of the TOH magazines)  I usually like to purchase the special editions of TOH that they come out with 

    ARE YOU A GARDNER?As  far as gardening, my DH and I like to plant a vegetable garden

    Do you like sports?  If so, what kind? 

      Baseball.....Go Red Sox!

    Do you ever go fishing/hunting?

      I would love to go deep sea fishing

    Do you scrapbook?  Need any specific supplies for this?

    no thank you

    Do you sew? If so, what kind of sewing do you do? (i.e., quilts, crafts, aprons, clothing, etc)

    Quilts? Not since home economics in high school..lol

    Crafts? I wish...the last think I am is crafty...Sad

    Aprons? How nice a handmade apron would be...wish I knew how to make themClothing? No 

     Do you do any crafts? If so, what? (i.e., scrapbooking, card making, painting, knitting, crocheting, embroidery, beading, other)

    knitting? Nocrocheting? A little...Does anyone know how to make the kitchen towels that are crochet on the top so you can attach them on the handle of the stove or refrigerator?  My mom use to know how to make them when I was a child but she does not remember how to make them now.

    embroidery? No

    scrapbooking? Nocard making? Wish I had someone to teach me...I have received some beautiful and very creative cards from people here on the BB.  I have done a little bit of stamping at workpainting? Nobeading? NoOther? Does cake decorating count?

     

    Are there any crafting supplies you'd like to have?

    nothing I can think of

     PERSONAL / PAMPERING 

     

    How do you like to pamper yourself?

      I love to go on vacation and relax in a hot tub

    What is your favorite color?

      blue and black

    Do you like bath salts any certain scent?

      I always take showers...so I would have to say no thank you to bath salts or bubbles also no shower gels please, I only use certain ones due to very sensitive skin.

    Do you use lipgloss? What flavors?

      no thank you to lip gloss but I do like to use chap stick, minty medicated type.

    Are there any fragrances that you really like or dislike?

      As far as perfume, I wear Diamonds and Sapphires by Elizabeth Taylor.  My favorite thing to receive as a surprise from my SS is_________________________. I would have to say homemade food items or hand made items, local food items from her home state and community/church type cookbooks. Also tried and true recipes 

     

    MISCELLANEOUS (Questions I couldn’t think of a category for!!)

    Are there any other special days you like to celebrate during the next six months?

    birthday, anniversary and christmas

    Do you like/use post-it-notes, note cards, bookmarks?

      yes to all

    Do you like magnets?

      they are ok

    Would you like to get homecrafted items? Like wall hangings, afghans, shawls, pot holders and such?

      wall hanging--nno thank you
    shalls--yes
    afghans--absolutly!
    pot holders--yes
    aprons--yes

    Do you belong to the Red Hat??

      no

    What stores do you enjoy shopping at for other than groceries?  You know, for things that you enjoy.  What about on-line shopping?

      I like shop at Walmart, Sam's Club, BJ's, and The Christmas Tree Shop and Yankee Candle.  Online, I sometimes shop at amazon and Lane Bryant and Romans.

    Not everyone likes to get "religious" cards.  It does not mean that they are not believers or have faith but some just prefer not to receive these cards.  Please let us know your preference.

    I was born and raised and am still a practicing Catholic.  I also attended Catholic schools from nursery school straight through high school.  I also would prefer NOT to receive religious or scriptural cards.  I would prefer any other kind of card, funny, joke, silly, homemade.  I also would prefer not to receive any religious or spiritural wall hangings or crosses. 
     Another question...would the SS prefer a movie or digital camera?  Okay, okay, this SS was just kidding!!  But, she said she thinks that would make her one of the more popular sisters!!  LOL – Yes, it you would be a popular SS if I posted which one of you submitted this one!!  Don’t worry _____ - I’m sure anybody would love to have you as a SS! 

     

     Is there anything that you DON'T need or want? Is there anything else you want your secret sister to know about you?

    I don't care for anything very spicy ot hot...but DH likes hot and spicy

    Life is not measured by the number of breaths you take but by the moments that take your breath away!





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