casey28, posts by tag: meme 2026 - LiveJournal

My goose is a bride! :D





Daily Questions

5. Do you have a smoke and/or carbon monoxide detector in your home?
There’s a smoke detector in all of the apartments here.

6. Today is the beginning of Great British Pea Week in the UK. Do you like eating peas? Have you ever grown them?
I can’t eat them anymore, but I loved having them fresh or in a pea soup. Many years ago I grew them on my balcony garden.

7. It’s the seventh day of the seventh month, and in Japan, it’s the day of the Star Festival (Tanabata). For one day only, wishes, hopes, poetry and dreams are written onto streamers and tied to trees. What would you write on a streamer today?
Didn’t do that on the 7th, but it sounds like a lovely idea.

8. Artemisia Gentileschi was born today in 1593. She was incredibly famous during her career, but largely forgotten until the 20th century. Have you ever seen any of her paintings?
Yes! She's an amazing artist.




9. It’s World Misophonia Day. A person with this disorder has decreased tolerance for certain sounds as well as the stimuli that accompany those sounds (for example, loud chewing). Someone with the condition will experience feelings of distress, which may overwhelm them. Are there any sounds that you find irritating, even if you don’t suffer from this condition?
I’m very, very sound sensitive. Fire alarm bells bother me so much, that I carry around a set of noise cancelling headphones whenever I walk around in the building.

10. When you eat thick-cut chips/French fries, do you add a sauce such as ketchup or mayonnaise, or do you prefer a condiment like vinegar or lemon with them?
When I ate French Fries, I always had ketchup. Totally delcioius!

A pretty rose growing near my apartment...



Daily Questions

5. Have you learned anything new in the past year (a new hobby/craft/language/fact)?
I'm always learning new "facts' from youtube vids. I'd like to learn some new crafts or take up old ones I haven't done in ages (embroidery, weaving, etc, etc).

6. Can you swim? If so, what age were you when you had lessons?
I've known how to swim for as long as I can remember. I don't remember if I took lessons or not. I went to the swimming pool at my local community center or to the ocean at Brighton Beach.

7. Have you ever made pastry from scratch?
Probably did it along with my mom. We did a lot of baking together back in the 60's and 70's.

8. If you could share your life with any kind of animal (assume for a moment that the animal is tame and wouldn’t kill you, and you had the space and resources to care for it *g*), what kind of animal would be your dream companion (real or imaginary)?
A horse or unicorn! I've been told that a horse is my spirit animal, or the animal that I most take after..

9. Do you like wearing hats?
Most winter hats are too tight, so I usually wear a hoodie scarf in the cooler weather. But I do like wearing summer hats to protect my head from the sun in warmer weather.

10. Have you ever been to a horse race?
No, but I just finished watching Wildfire, which is about a young female jockey who loves horse racing.

11. Have you ever taken a first aid course? Do you know how to perform CPR?
No and no. But it would be a good skill to learn.

12. Is there any food you would never contemplate eating?
Eating prehistoric meat, like those scientists did back in 1984. 36,000 year old frozen steppe bison? No way! I mean, I'm vegetarian so I wouldn't eat it anyway, but even when I did eat meat I never would've done this!

13. If you could win a cash prize, what would be the minimum you would want to win?
A million for starters would be nice, lol. But I have won small cash prizes from playing Lotto.

14. Are there many people in your family who are left-handed?
Don't know.

15. When was the last time you laughed out loud?
Yesterday, when watching a youtube vid.

16. Do you still use paperclips?
Sometimes, but not as often as I used to.

My porch goose now has a cowgirl outfit! :D






Daily Questions for the rest of May and the beginning of June...

20. It’s International Customer Support Day. When was the last time you had to contact customer support? Were they able to help you?
I contacted Amazon and as usual they were very helpful.

21. It’s International Tea Day – do you like a cup of tea every now and again? What type of tea do you drink?
I usually drink Chamomile tea. It’s good for my IBS, calms my nerves and helps me get a few hours of sleep at night.

22. Today Vivid Sydney starts in Sydney, Australia (and continues until 13th June). Iconic landmarks and urban spaces glow with stunning light installations and 3D projections, captivating both locals and tourists with a vibrant playground of lights, music, and creativity. Have you ever seen a city light show similar to this?
https://www.vividsydney.com
I haven’t seen anything like this.

23. When is the last time you ate fresh pineapple – did you prepare it yourself?
It’s been so long, I don’t remember.

24. If you had a pet dog, what name would you give it? What’s the weirdest dog name you’ve heard?
It would depend on the type of dog and their personality, so I’d need to meet them first before naming them. But if I’d randomly pick a few dog names, then I’d choose Bear or Luna. I also love the name I gave my childhood Cocker Spaniel… Thena. The weirdest name was the official name for my Yorkie from childhood… Wedgewood Fling!

25. It’s estimated that gaming now holds around an 11% share of the global entertainment market. Have you ever played an electronic game (on your phone, computer or a game console)?
I play games on my phone all the time.

26. When you look up into the sky, can you identify any of the cloud formations, such as Cumulonimbus, Cirrus or Stratus?

Yes, though I usually think of them as plump lower clouds and thin upper clouds, lol.

27. Have you ever tried box breathing? It is an effective way to calm yourself if you are feeling panicky or overwhelmed. You can find the instructions on this page.
https://www.calm.com/blog/box-brea…
I have done breathing exercises before, but I haven’t tried box breathing.

28. Do you have a favourite cologne or perfume?
I don’t wear perfume and I try to avoid being around anyone wearing a lot of it. It can give me a headache and I don’t like anything that smells artificial.

29. When was the last time it rained where you live?
Today.

30. What is your favourite way to eat vegetables?
I mostly eat them as purees because it’s easier for me to digest them.

31. Have you ever been in a self-driving car? Would you want to try it?
No and no thanks! I don’t trust the technology.

JUNE
1. Is anything (minor or major) irritating you at the moment?
AI videos that aren’t clearly marked that they’re fake.

2. Have you ever used a photobooth? Are they still around where you live (where’s the nearest one?)
I used photobooths when I was younger. I haven’t seen one in ages.

3. Do you still pay for things with cash? Have you been somewhere recently where they don’t take cash anymore?
I occasionally pay for things in cash, if it’s small amount. Also, we have a tiny store in my building that’s open a few times a week, and they only take cash.

4. Is rain forecast for your area this week?
We'll have rain until Friday next week.

One of the residents here has this Day of the Week Clock next to her apartment door. I've never seen this type of clock before!



Daily Questions...

7. Do you take your phone everywhere, or sometimes leave it at home and not worry about it?
My phone and I are never parted, lol.

8. Henry Dunant was born today in 1828 – he was the co-founder of the Red Cross. Have you ever learned first aid? Could you resuscitate someone?
I've never learned first aid, but I think it's a good thing to know.

9. In 1896, the first horseless carriage show in London featured ten models. Do you own a car? What kind of car is it?
I don't drive.

10. Are there some colours you would never wear or use in your home?
Any color that's too bright. I mean, I like some vibrancy, but some colors literally hurt my eyes.

11. When was the last time you took a photo?
Today. *points to picture on this post*

12. It’s the International Day of Plant Health! Healthy plants mean a healthy planet! Have you ever planted something and watched it grow? Do you look after your houseplants or your garden plants diligently?
I've always loved having indoor and outdoor plants. I don't have a balcony or anywhere to do outside gardening anymore, but I still have some lovely houseplants.

13. It’s Top Gun Day! Ever seen it (and/or the sequel)?
I've seen the first one.

14. Have you ever seen a ‘mockumentary’ film or TV show? The term was coined when the 1984 “This is Spinal Tap” film was released, and notable examples on TV include “The Office”.
I've seen "This is Spinal Tap".

15. Bees are responsible for pollinating many of the plants we eat (a current estimate is that they are responsible for every three bites of food we eat). Have you seen any bees this year?
I haven't seen any bees yet.

16. Henry Fonda was born today in 1905 – have you seen any of his films?
On Golden Pond. Great movie and he was wonderful in it.

17. It’s World Telecommunications Day – have you ever learned something new online?
I learn new things in relation to my hobbies (coloring, crochet).

18. There are hundreds of different shapes of pasta – Farfalle (butterflies), Campanelle (little bell flowers), Orecchiette (little ears), Rigatoni (ridged), amongst others. Which is your favourite pasta shape to have with a sauce?
Shells or angel hair pasta.

19. How’s your gut microbiome? Your gut is linked to your immune system, so eating a large variety of plants each week (at least 30), and eating fermented foods regularly (such as live yoghurt, kefir, fresh sauerkraut and kimchi) is said to have a huge impact on your gut health and therefore your weight and immune system. Do you make an effort to do that every week?
Because I have IBS I'm on a very limited diet, so I'm not able to do this.

When I was shopping at Ace Hardware yesterday, I noticed that they had a coloring table for kids in their toy section. It's such a great idea, I wish more stores did this. :)



30. In 2018, Sweden's official Twitter account confirmed that Swedish meatballs actually originated in Turkey. Do you like Swedish meatballs? Ever had them in IKEA?
Back when I ate meat, I did like them. I’ve never had them at Ikea.

1. Have you ever contributed to something being crowdfunded? Was there an incentive to do so?
I’ve done it a few times for coloring books and once for a stuffed animal for charity.

2. Have you heard of the ‘Language of Flowers’, published in 1884? Victorian Britain and America were caught up in the concept in the 19th Century. Do you know the secret meaning of any flowers?
Yes, I’ve seen pictures of this beautiful book. I don’t remember any of the flower meanings from it.

3. Have you ever traced any of your family tree?
No, but it sounds like an interesting thing to do.

4. Today is a holiday in many countries, either to celebrate Labour Day or May Day. If you have a day off today, what are your plans?
No plans.

5. Do you like rhubarb?
I’ve had stewed rhubarb and rhubarb pie and liked it.

6. Have you ever completed a cryptic crossword, or do you stick to the easy ones?
The easy ones are hard enough, lol.

My apologies for once again getting behind on LJ stuff. I'll start catching up today.

We have some baby chicks here! There's an incubator set up in a corner of the community living room and an enclosure in the activity room. 3 chicks have hatched so far (one of them in the pictures, the rest were hiding out). They make such wonderful peeping sounds and they're so cute. :D










25. When’s the last time you had to use a plumber?
Don't remember.

26. Do you still have a landline, or do you only use your mobile phone/cellphone?
I only have an iphone.

27. What sweets/candies do you remember from your childhood? When was the last time you ate some?
Lots of chocolate (plain, with nuts, peanut butter cups, M&M’s, milk duds,malted milk balls etc, etc), fruit leather, lolly pops, candy necklaces, candy fruit slices, jelly beans, taffy. I also loved ice cream. I don't eat sweets anymore.

28. In 2004, Shrek the sheep from Tarras, Central Otago, New Zealand, was finally shorn live on TV after 6 years of avoidance; the fleece weighed 27 kg (60 lb). Do you own, or have you made anything from sheep’s wool?
I’ve knitted and crocheted scarves from wool.

29. When was the last time you received a letter (not junk mail)?
Last christmas.

I made a collage last week for our monthly craft activity. It was fun adding things randomly and watching it all come together. :)



Daily Questions

15. Leonardo Da Vinci was born today in 1452. What comes to mind when you think of Leonardo? Have you ever seen one of his works?
I think of Mona Lisa and The Last Supper. His brilliance in conceptualizing a flying machine and other things that were way before his time.

16. In 1922, Annie Oakley set a women's record by breaking 100 clay targets in a row. Have you ever been clay pigeon shooting?
No.

17. Have you ever seen bats flying in your area? Have you ever seen a bat up close or seen a bat house attached to a tree?
Not here, but I saw bats at summer camp when I was a child when they entered our cabin and flew near my head!

18. How often do you listen to the radio? If you do, what kind of things do you listen to (talk/pop/classical)?
I haven't listened to radio lately.

19. In 1934, Shirley Temple starred in her first film. Have you ever seen any of her films?
I've seen most of her movies, she was so popular when I was growing up.

20. Did you sleep well last night?
I got some sleep last night, but I never sleep well anymore.

21. If you could live anywhere in the world, where would that be?
I like where I live very much. If I'd chose anywhere else, it would be at the beach nearby (about 3 miles) or by the Washington or Oregon coast.

22. If you took part in a quiz, what would be your specialist subject?
Indoor plants, crochet, supplements, facial products.

23. In 1895, Ngaio Marsh, New Zealand detective writer and producer, was born in Christchurch, New Zealand. Have you ever read any of her detective novels? If not, who is your favourite detective novelist?
No, I haven't read any of her novels. I like the Nancy Drew books by Carolyn Keene (a pseudonym of over a dozen authors). I also like Josephine Tey's novel "The Daughter of Time"

24. It’s Barbara Streisand’s birthday – are you a fan of her music or movies?
I'm a big fan of her music and movies. One of the best singing voices ever! I especially like her in the movie "Yentl"

9. It’s National Garlic Month – are you a fan? If so, what’s your favourite recipe using garlic?
I like garlic, but I haven't eaten it in a long time.

10. Do you often see wild birds in your backyard/garden/nearby open spaces? What are the most common ones you see in your area?
Now that it's spring, I see birds quite often. I hear their bird calls starting very early in the morning. The most common ones in this area are robins, crows, starlings, pigeons, stellar jays, finches, wrens and hummingbirds. I'm sure there's more, I don't know all the names.

11. Have you ever flown a kite?
As a kid I'd fly small kites.

12. What’s your favourite breed of dog?
It's hard to choose, there's so many wonderful breeds. Mixed breed dogs are also awesome. I had a cocker spaniel back when I was a teen, so I'm especially fond of them. I've posted these pictures of her before, but I'd like to share them again. She was very sweet, friendly and playful. :)





13. Have you ever volunteered to do something long-term?
For awhile I volunteered to spend time every Tuesday with a senior who was dealing with depression. We would play a game or two of Scrabble and then we'd hang out afterwards and talk.

14. It’s International Laverbread Day. Have you ever tried it?
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lave…
I've never heard of it before. How interesting that it's made from seaweed and it's not bread!

My neighbor has had this porch goose for over 40 years! It came with sets of many different outfits.:)






1. Have you ever been fooled by an ‘April Fool’s Day’ joke?
Yes, but lately it's harder to fool me, lol.

2. Do you prefer sweet things or savoury things to eat?
I like both, it's hard to choose!

3. Do other people shorten your given name? Do you shorten your own name?
No and no.

4. Are there opportunities to go walking where you live? Do you take advantage of that?
I usually walk around my building, which is a circular loop. The back area is next to a forested park.

5. Pineapple on a pizza – yes, or no?
No! Olives, mushrooms, tomatoes, onions, peppers, yes!

6. Is there a fashion or style from your youth that you wish would come back, or are you happy with how people dress these days?
I mostly see people dressing casually and that works to me. I like hippie fashion, I wouldn't mind seeing more of that. Or anything vintage. :)

7. It’s National Robotics Week – if you could have a personal robot, what would you like it to do for you?
My dream robot would help me keep neat and organized.

8. Have you ever played card games? If so, what’s your favourite game?

I like solitaire games, especially Gaps.

I added a few Easter decorations in front of my porch goose.



Inside the Easter basket is a pretty egg that I found at a thrift store.



This egg opens up and has a lovely Easter scene inside. I found out that it's a vintage hinged Diorama Easter Egg. I've never had one before, I'm so glad I found it!



Daily Questions

23. When was the last time you ate some chocolate?
Chocolate gave me bad breakouts. The last time I ate it was during Halloween in the 1990’s and I had cystic acne for a month afterwards. I had already quit eating it by then and my skin had cleared up. I haven’t eaten any since!

24. Harry Houdini was born today in 1874. Are you a fan of magic shows? Have you ever seen someone perform close-up magic?
I've watched some magic shows on tv, but it's not something I'm interested in.

25. How often do you wash your hair? Do you style it, or just let it dry naturally?
Every week or so I wash it, but I’ve also started using Scrubbz bath and shampoo sponges. It works for hair without having to rinse. Tried it this week for the first time, and it left my hair clean and fluffy. I’m impressed, my hair looks like I used regular shampoo! I let my hair dry naturally or towel dry it (which you have to do when you use the shampoo sponges).

26. In 1484 Aesops Fables were first printed in English by William Caxton. Do you recall any of the fables, such as The Tortoise and the Hare?
The Tortoise and the Hare is my favorite. I also remember the Goose that Laid the Golden Egg, the Boy Who Cried Wolf, The Town Mouse and the Country Mouse, and the Fox and the Grapes.

27. It’s World Theatre Day – when was the last time you went to the theatre?
I don’t remember.

28. Have you ever been to a circus?
No.

29. Have you ever made anything out of clay?
In high school we had pottery classes. On the potter’s wheel I made some bowls. I also made various things by hand, including a pipe (which actually worked, lol).

30. Are you allergic, or have an intolerance, to anything?
I have IBS, so there’s a lot of foods that I don’t tolerate.

31. Do you regularly use your freezer? What do you store in there? Be honest – how often do you check what’s in there…?
I keep Rudi’s frozen Spelt bread in the freezer all the time.