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May. 10th, 2009

Happy

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I'm still here, just haven't had a lot of time to be on LJ in a while.  If you've done something cool, or there was something big, could you let me know?

I had a great time yesterday at Crown.  It was really very nice to see friends and relax.  I was so happy to see  [info]bds_duncan elevated to the Order of the Pelican, and it gave me great pleasure to be able to speak on his behalf during the ceremony.

I also love my new userpic, courtesy of [info]barondietrich .  Thank you!! :)

Sep. 26th, 2007

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Yahoo is eating my mail

For some reason, I have not been getting some of my mail to my Yahoo account.  If you have sent me something over the last month and I have not responded, please let me know.  I can give you a different account also.

Of course, all the spam crap is coming through just fine. 

Sep. 15th, 2007

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I find it very amusing that [info]baron_larry is downstairs cooking bacon and our kitten Bo is upstairs begging me for it.   Hmmm...where is the weak link in this family?

Now, if this darned cold would go away, I'd be very happy.

Jul. 31st, 2007

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While I should have been packing...

I baked tonight!   Really, really baked.  I haven't done any serious baking in ages.  But tonight, two loaves of cranberry bread and what started as a carrot cake and turned into a carrot, golden raisin, walnut, coconut concoction.  Yum!

Jul. 12th, 2007

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Thursday fluff

After a conversation yesterday about Chef-Boyardee, I started thinking about some of the odd food combinations I still eat. Although I definitely have a more discerning palate now, there are still some favorite combinations that I will go back to every once I a while. Here are some of mine:

Bread and butter pickle chips and cheddar cheese (yes, together)
McDonalds fries dipped in a vanilla shake.
Scrambled eggs and ketchup

So, what strange food/food combinations do you like?

Jun. 22nd, 2007

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Birthday :)

Even though I may need to add another year to my age today, I still have the best friends. Thanks for all the birthday wishes. You all really have made the day very special!

Jun. 3rd, 2007

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Event wrap-up

What an awesome event yesterday!  The site was fantastic and there were plenty of activities for all to enjoy.

 I had such a great time in the fencing scenarios and truly appreciate all the fencers letting me join them.  I don’t remember the last time I laughed so hard at an event, especially in the last scenario when I actually started using the dagger I was holding…surprise :)  It was so much fun that I think you guys may have me hooked!  One of the amusing aspects was that Don Nigel had areas set aside for the spectators where they could throw “rocks” at the fencers.  Unbeknownst to me,[info]baron_larry snuck up and threw a rock, hitting me and quickly ending the second round of the day.  That’s ok dear, I think it may be time for me to get qualified as a combat archer:)

 There was an archery tournament during the day. [info]lanome shot beautifully and won the tournament, even if she did torture poor Mickey in the process.  It was a joy to watch all of the archers.

 For the first time, we had equestrian activities at one of our Barony’s events.  We really appreciated all the time and effort put into the travel and organization to make this possible.

Court went really well. [info]weezeld did a fantastic job as herald, eloquent as ever. [info]siobhan1214's calligraphy was beautiful on the scrolls and we were most grateful for the delicious cranberry wine as well as[info]merricke’s fabulous ale. 

 
 It was a wonderful day to catch up with old friends as well.  A couple from our household came down for the day, as well as a long-time friend we don’t get to usually spend enough time with.

 It was truly a great event and I am most thankful to all who worked and participated in the event.  Hopefully we can do this again next year.

 

 

 

 

 

May. 23rd, 2007

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Alignment test )

May. 1st, 2007

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Imagine that, it's one of my favorites...


I am a
Snapdragon


What Flower
Are You?


Apr. 22nd, 2007

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What a surprise...

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What American accent do you have?
Created by Xavier on Memegen.net

Mid-Atlantic. This is what everyone calls a Philadelphia accent although it's also the accent of south Jersey, Baltimore, and Wilmington. Well, everyone that lives near there, that is. Outsiders can tell you talk differently from them even though they can't tell what your accent is.

Take this quiz now - it's easy!
We're going to start with "cot" and "caught." When you say those words do they sound the same or different?



Apr. 17th, 2007

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Scribal night *CANCELED* for tonight

Iron Bog Notice:

For anyone not on the Iron Bog list, Scribal night is canceled for tonight.  Shelby just went into full stomach virus mode and I don't want to expose anyone else to it.  [info]ownedbytwins we can commiserate if you need ;)

Katherine

Apr. 6th, 2007

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I've been defeated

Shelby and I went out for dinner last night. One of my pet peeves is that she tries to lie down while at a restaurant, knowing of course that it pushes my buttons. Last night I gave her the “Mommy Look of Doom”. Now, while I have been told many of my looks are hard to read, this certainly isn’t one of them. This is the conversation that occurred:
 
Me: “Shelby, sit up” (with appropriate “Mommy Look of Doom” in full force)
Shelby: Giggle
Me: “Shelby, I’m using the “Mommy Look of Doom” I mean it”
Shelby: “Yeah, but the Mommy Look of Doom is funny”
Me: Broke up laughing
Shelby: “Well, that took care of that problem”
 

Mar. 29th, 2007

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One of those great SCA things

I've done Kingdom scrolls for a few years.  I do AOAs and other miscellaneous award scrolls because i enjoy doing them.  I've received a few verbal "thank you"s and one written note over the years, and that is enough to make me happy to know the recipients enjoy them.   Today, I got a package in the mail.  I had done a scroll for an AOA for Mudthaw and the individual who wrote in the recipient sent me a thank you note and a present.  Too cool!
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Hubby has decided to be part of the collective.  I warned him, but he chose the red pill anyway :)

So, without further adieu, hi [info]baron_larry.

Mar. 26th, 2007

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Anyone use Time Matters 7.0? I'm having an issue with chains that my rep can't help with...

Feb. 18th, 2007

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Bridge to Terabithia

Today we took Shelby to see Bridge to Terabithia.  The advertising of the movie definitely is not what the movie is about.   There were a few very difficult elements in the movie to explain to a seven year old.  I should have checked more on the story before taking her as I had never read the book. 

For any interested in the story line before going, the following is a good link.  Warning, it is a spoiler though.  http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bridge_to_Terabithia
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Winter Brawl

Winter Brawl was fantastic yesterday.   It was great to see so many come out for the event.  All the tournaments, which included three divisions of youth combat, and a novice and regular tournament for both heavy and rapier, went really well.  I had a great time watching all the tournaments and having the honor to select the most chivalrous from each, with much thanks to all my assistants in that endeavor. 

Mild chaos ensued during the day.  We passed out inflatable dragons to the kids to play with.  Ok, a few of them didn’t quite make it to the kids.  Also, a returning baronial member gave me a most exciting present.  It’s always fun to receive implements to encourage good behavior ;)

Our court was filled with excitement.  We once again caught that rascally pirate with His Excellency’s personal coronet.  One would think that after he tried to abscond with it twelve years ago, he would have learned :)   G was a good sport about it and I’m sure it will lead to many future follies.  Much thanks to our fabulous herald for keeping court organized and moving along in style and our illustrious signet for such beautiful calligraphy on all the scrolls awarded.

Joel and I were both greatly appreciative of the generosity of one of the winners of the tournaments donating his prize to the Barony.  Thank you; it really is a wonderful and most needed addition for our new fighters.

 The combined efforts of House Serpentius, House Wilmot, TOAD and Iron Bog made this event an overwhelming success.  We look forward to doing this event again next year.

Feb. 4th, 2007

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Laser pointers and kittens are too much fun

The new additions:

This is bo

Ginger

Feb. 2nd, 2007

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Friday morning question

How many cats can you have in your house before becoming the crazy cat woman?

Jan. 16th, 2007

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table border='0' cellpadding='5' cellspacing='0' width='600'><tr><td></td><td> You scored as champagne. you are champagne! bright, bubbly and fun, you are a person with class and style, but can get along with everyone. you have lots of friends and just love having a good time.

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champagne

92%

midori

92%

vodka

79%

rum

79%

daiquaries

75%

wine

75%

absinthe

71%

beer

63%

bourbon

58%

whiskey

29%

what alcoholic drink are you (pictures)
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