I have been trying to watch more new (to me) movies. I really like rewatching my favorite B movies because I know them well enough that I can still read (heh).
But, watched Dropbear (2025), which seemed at first really stupid, but then was pretty interesting by the end. Also, the main dopbear is a dude in a koala suit. And all but one of the koalas in the movie were either CGI or stuffed toys. But it works!
Also watched Apex (2026) on Netflix. Not bad. Somewhat creepy. Gorgeous scenery.
1. Is anything (minor or major) irritating you at the moment?
So many things. lol Lately I've been a bit more pessimistic than usual, which is annoying.
2. Have you ever used a photobooth? Are they still around where you live (where’s the nearest one?)
Used one of the older ones many years ago. Maybe in med school?
3. Do you still pay for things with cash? Have you been somewhere recently where they don’t take cash anymore?
At times, like restaurants where they charge you extra for using credit card (talk about annoying). Yes, MotoMedi doesn't take cash.
4. Is rain forecast for your area this week?
Currently raining. We absolutely needed it.
5. Have you learned anything new in the past year (a new hobby/craft/language/fact)?
Nothing unusual. I keep up on CME, science podcasts, podcasts about weed shit.
6. Can you swim? If so, what age were you when you had lessons?
Yes. I don't know. I was told I had lessons, and I kind of remember, but not really.
But, watched Dropbear (2025), which seemed at first really stupid, but then was pretty interesting by the end. Also, the main dopbear is a dude in a koala suit. And all but one of the koalas in the movie were either CGI or stuffed toys. But it works!
Also watched Apex (2026) on Netflix. Not bad. Somewhat creepy. Gorgeous scenery.
1. Is anything (minor or major) irritating you at the moment?
So many things. lol Lately I've been a bit more pessimistic than usual, which is annoying.
2. Have you ever used a photobooth? Are they still around where you live (where’s the nearest one?)
Used one of the older ones many years ago. Maybe in med school?
3. Do you still pay for things with cash? Have you been somewhere recently where they don’t take cash anymore?
At times, like restaurants where they charge you extra for using credit card (talk about annoying). Yes, MotoMedi doesn't take cash.
4. Is rain forecast for your area this week?
Currently raining. We absolutely needed it.
5. Have you learned anything new in the past year (a new hobby/craft/language/fact)?
Nothing unusual. I keep up on CME, science podcasts, podcasts about weed shit.
6. Can you swim? If so, what age were you when you had lessons?
Yes. I don't know. I was told I had lessons, and I kind of remember, but not really.
26. When you look up into the sky, can you identify any of the cloud formations, such as Cumulonimbus, Cirrus or Stratus?
Not really.
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.
Not that particular technique, but something similar. It helps some. I also try tapping on my hand or chest, which can help.
28. Do you have a favourite cologne or perfume?
No. Perfumes, and most colognes today and I don't get along. OTOH, some of the musk colognes on men-yummy.
29. When was the last time it rained where you live?
Last Tuesday we had our monthly allotment of rain. So much rain. Before that had been weeks.
30. What is your favourite way to eat vegetables?
Mostly raw.
31. Have you ever been in a self-driving car? Would you want to try it?
No and no thanks.
Not really.
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.
Not that particular technique, but something similar. It helps some. I also try tapping on my hand or chest, which can help.
28. Do you have a favourite cologne or perfume?
No. Perfumes, and most colognes today and I don't get along. OTOH, some of the musk colognes on men-yummy.
29. When was the last time it rained where you live?
Last Tuesday we had our monthly allotment of rain. So much rain. Before that had been weeks.
30. What is your favourite way to eat vegetables?
Mostly raw.
31. Have you ever been in a self-driving car? Would you want to try it?
No and no thanks.
I'm back on LJ. Ended up getting NortonVPN to be able to get LJ on my computer. Kind of side effect is more safety. lol When I looked at Nord, I had to go through way too many steps to find the actual price, which concerned me even though they had a good recommendation. Nord told me with one click. Also, they've been around forever.
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As of yesterday morning my computer at home won't go to LJ. I've tried chrome instead of safari, clearing my cache, restarting my router. I have no idea what happened. Sigh. This morning it still wouldn't load, so will have to troubleshoot over the weekend. Any ideas? It's an older macbook air.
I was doing better early in the year, but I'm catching up. :D
9. It’s National Garlic Month – are you a fan? If so, what’s your favourite recipe using garlic?
OMG yum! Pizza, red sauce.
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?
I have so many birds. I don't mow my lawn much, and I have water sources.
pigeons, doves, killdeer, hawks. a blackbird of some sort. starlings, I think. little sparrows.
11. Have you ever flown a kite?
yes, a long time ago. wind is too strong here.
12. What’s your favourite breed of dog?
currently German Shepherd Dog. Although I also love a livestock guard dog.
13. Have you ever volunteered to do something long-term?
Define long term. I have been on the church choir since 2010. I spent several years helping out with my Arab club's horse shows.
14. It’s International Laverbread Day (here’s the Wiki entry). Have you ever tried it?
Never heard of it
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?
Chapel paintings. Never seen one in person.
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?
I have shot a 22 target shooting, but nothing else.
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?
Never up close that wasn't in a zoo.
18. How often do you listen to the radio? If you do, what kind of things do you listen to (talk/pop/classical)?
We listen to the radio at work-80's music. I listen to a lot of podcasts otherwise-talk, jazz, horror, science.
19. In 1934, Shirley Temple starred in her first film. Have you ever seen any of her films?
No.
20. Did you sleep well last night?
Yes. :)
21. If you could live anywhere in the world, where would that be?
Hard question. I like my little farm and the people here, TBH. Would do some work on it, though.
22. If you took part in a quiz, what would be your specialist subject?
Not sure. I know I'm not great at politics or current famous people
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?
I haven't. The Liturgical Mysteries are great! The main character is an Episcopal organist who is also the town sheriff and also happens to be independently wealthy. Very good mysteries, but hilarious a hell.
24. It’s Barbara Streisand’s birthday – are you a fan of her music or movies?
Honestly, no. She's okay, and I recognize she's a great singer and actor, but not my thing.
25. When’s the last time you had to use a plumber?
umm...maybe a year ago I had one fix my kitchen sink line and change out my sand filter.
26. Do you still have a landline, or do you only use your mobile phone/cellphone?
Cell phone only.
27. What sweets/candies do you remember from your childhood? When was the last time you ate some?
wax teeth/fangs/soda bottles, candy necklaces, Bit-o-honey, Hubba bubba.
Not for a while.
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?
Oh wow! I don't think I have anything made of wool anymore. I am allergic to wearing wool.
29. When was the last time you received a letter (not junk mail)?
Do Christmas cards count?
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?
No way. lol I have not ever had them.
9. It’s National Garlic Month – are you a fan? If so, what’s your favourite recipe using garlic?
OMG yum! Pizza, red sauce.
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?
I have so many birds. I don't mow my lawn much, and I have water sources.
pigeons, doves, killdeer, hawks. a blackbird of some sort. starlings, I think. little sparrows.
11. Have you ever flown a kite?
yes, a long time ago. wind is too strong here.
12. What’s your favourite breed of dog?
currently German Shepherd Dog. Although I also love a livestock guard dog.
13. Have you ever volunteered to do something long-term?
Define long term. I have been on the church choir since 2010. I spent several years helping out with my Arab club's horse shows.
14. It’s International Laverbread Day (here’s the Wiki entry). Have you ever tried it?
Never heard of it
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?
Chapel paintings. Never seen one in person.
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?
I have shot a 22 target shooting, but nothing else.
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?
Never up close that wasn't in a zoo.
18. How often do you listen to the radio? If you do, what kind of things do you listen to (talk/pop/classical)?
We listen to the radio at work-80's music. I listen to a lot of podcasts otherwise-talk, jazz, horror, science.
19. In 1934, Shirley Temple starred in her first film. Have you ever seen any of her films?
No.
20. Did you sleep well last night?
Yes. :)
21. If you could live anywhere in the world, where would that be?
Hard question. I like my little farm and the people here, TBH. Would do some work on it, though.
22. If you took part in a quiz, what would be your specialist subject?
Not sure. I know I'm not great at politics or current famous people
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?
I haven't. The Liturgical Mysteries are great! The main character is an Episcopal organist who is also the town sheriff and also happens to be independently wealthy. Very good mysteries, but hilarious a hell.
24. It’s Barbara Streisand’s birthday – are you a fan of her music or movies?
Honestly, no. She's okay, and I recognize she's a great singer and actor, but not my thing.
25. When’s the last time you had to use a plumber?
umm...maybe a year ago I had one fix my kitchen sink line and change out my sand filter.
26. Do you still have a landline, or do you only use your mobile phone/cellphone?
Cell phone only.
27. What sweets/candies do you remember from your childhood? When was the last time you ate some?
wax teeth/fangs/soda bottles, candy necklaces, Bit-o-honey, Hubba bubba.
Not for a while.
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?
Oh wow! I don't think I have anything made of wool anymore. I am allergic to wearing wool.
29. When was the last time you received a letter (not junk mail)?
Do Christmas cards count?
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?
No way. lol I have not ever had them.
Made it through Holy Week. We had practice Wed evening. Thursday evening was Maundy Thursday service with foot washing, then the shipping of the alter. I always stay after an hour to meditate, so home late. Friday noon Good Friday service. Saturday evening Easter Vigil service starting in darkness with candlelight, then ringing bells, bell choir added, and high notes :D. Lasts a loooong time, but it's my favorite service. Then Sunday morning Easter service followed by a brunch. Then sleeeeeeeep. Also, I had a sinus infection through all of it. (getting better finally, but still tried and autonomically off).
25. How often do you wash your hair? Do you style it, or just let it dry naturally?
Every morning. It goes up in a bun or double pony tail after towel drying and leave in conditioner.
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?
Yeah, but not very many.
27. It’s World Theatre Day – when was the last time you went to the theatre?
Last went to the opera a few years ago, a play was much longer.
28. Have you ever been to a circus?
A regular one when I was a kid. Cirque du Soleil maybe 10 years ago.
29. Have you ever made anything out of clay?
No. I have done the cleaning and painting of pre molded clay when I was in ?junior high?
30. Are you allergic, or have an intolerance, to anything?
Nature hates me. I take three allergy meds, and still have an itchy nose. I am the 20% allergy shots don't work for. :/
Now I also am allergic to fresh citrus, kiwi, pineapple, mango, nectarines. Midly, at least.
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 use it most for ice for the drinks I take to the barn. Ice cream, frozen meals for weekday lunch, ice packs. lol
1. Have you ever been fooled by an ‘April Fool’s Day’ joke?
Not recently. Not a fan of pranks.
2. Do you prefer sweet things or savoury things to eat?
Depends on my mood.
3. Do other people shorten your given name? Do you shorten your own name?
Close friends from when I was younger do. Sometimes I shorten it when I talk to myself. ;)
4. Are there opportunities to go walking where you live? Do you take advantage of that?
In my neighborhood there's only bar ditches. Big canyon 20 miles away, but I'm not really a hiker anymore (have barn work now. lol)
5. Pineapple on a pizza – yes, or no?
Sure.
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 did like neon.
7. It’s National Robotics Week – if you could have a personal robot, what would you like it to do for you?
Rosie the Robot!!
8. Have you ever played card games? If so, what’s your favourite game?
Solitaire app count? Bullshit was fun. Poker is interesting, but I hate losing money. lol Other ones I've played as a kid.
25. How often do you wash your hair? Do you style it, or just let it dry naturally?
Every morning. It goes up in a bun or double pony tail after towel drying and leave in conditioner.
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?
Yeah, but not very many.
27. It’s World Theatre Day – when was the last time you went to the theatre?
Last went to the opera a few years ago, a play was much longer.
28. Have you ever been to a circus?
A regular one when I was a kid. Cirque du Soleil maybe 10 years ago.
29. Have you ever made anything out of clay?
No. I have done the cleaning and painting of pre molded clay when I was in ?junior high?
30. Are you allergic, or have an intolerance, to anything?
Nature hates me. I take three allergy meds, and still have an itchy nose. I am the 20% allergy shots don't work for. :/
Now I also am allergic to fresh citrus, kiwi, pineapple, mango, nectarines. Midly, at least.
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 use it most for ice for the drinks I take to the barn. Ice cream, frozen meals for weekday lunch, ice packs. lol
1. Have you ever been fooled by an ‘April Fool’s Day’ joke?
Not recently. Not a fan of pranks.
2. Do you prefer sweet things or savoury things to eat?
Depends on my mood.
3. Do other people shorten your given name? Do you shorten your own name?
Close friends from when I was younger do. Sometimes I shorten it when I talk to myself. ;)
4. Are there opportunities to go walking where you live? Do you take advantage of that?
In my neighborhood there's only bar ditches. Big canyon 20 miles away, but I'm not really a hiker anymore (have barn work now. lol)
5. Pineapple on a pizza – yes, or no?
Sure.
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 did like neon.
7. It’s National Robotics Week – if you could have a personal robot, what would you like it to do for you?
Rosie the Robot!!
8. Have you ever played card games? If so, what’s your favourite game?
Solitaire app count? Bullshit was fun. Poker is interesting, but I hate losing money. lol Other ones I've played as a kid.
Had a good riding lesson today. It's always good to hear it doesn't look as bad as I think it does. lol
16. How often do you eat out?
Lunch 2-3 times a week. Dinner once a week during choir.
17. It’s Kurt Russell’s birthday – a child actor who grew up. Have you seen any of the Disney films in which he acted (he played the college student Dexter Riley)?
I checked IMDB, and it looks like I didn't really see anything of his until the 1980's.
18. Which flowers or trees are blooming where you live now?
um....the white trees? lol I've heard they are pear.
19. If you had the space (and the time), would you like to keep chickens?
No way, Jose. I have no problem with other people's chickens, but not a fan of domestic birds.
20. Was learning a new language part of your education when you were at school? Can you still remember any of it?
We learned a tiny bit in elementary. Then nothing until college. I learned a little bit of Japanese, but have forgotten most of it. Actually got my credit requirement through choir-we sang in so many languages (fun!).
21. It’s National California Strawberry Day. What is your favourite way to eat strawberries?
chocolate covered. :)
22. Do you still buy physical books, or do you tend to buy e-books these days? Does it depend on the type of book (i.e. fiction or non-fiction)?
Still prefer to have physical books. Have gotten e-books if it's way cheaper or I am impatient, but often wish I had a real book. Don't mind reading fanfic on the phone or computer, though. Weird.
23. When was the last time you ate some chocolate?
Yesterday I had a Riesen.
24. Harry Houdini was born today in 1874. Are you a fan of magic shows? Have you ever seen someone perform close-up magic?
When I was younger I had a cousin who did magic. I also did a little myself about that time.
Yes, I know it's all sleight of hand, but it's still impressive what they can do.
16. How often do you eat out?
Lunch 2-3 times a week. Dinner once a week during choir.
17. It’s Kurt Russell’s birthday – a child actor who grew up. Have you seen any of the Disney films in which he acted (he played the college student Dexter Riley)?
I checked IMDB, and it looks like I didn't really see anything of his until the 1980's.
18. Which flowers or trees are blooming where you live now?
um....the white trees? lol I've heard they are pear.
19. If you had the space (and the time), would you like to keep chickens?
No way, Jose. I have no problem with other people's chickens, but not a fan of domestic birds.
20. Was learning a new language part of your education when you were at school? Can you still remember any of it?
We learned a tiny bit in elementary. Then nothing until college. I learned a little bit of Japanese, but have forgotten most of it. Actually got my credit requirement through choir-we sang in so many languages (fun!).
21. It’s National California Strawberry Day. What is your favourite way to eat strawberries?
chocolate covered. :)
22. Do you still buy physical books, or do you tend to buy e-books these days? Does it depend on the type of book (i.e. fiction or non-fiction)?
Still prefer to have physical books. Have gotten e-books if it's way cheaper or I am impatient, but often wish I had a real book. Don't mind reading fanfic on the phone or computer, though. Weird.
23. When was the last time you ate some chocolate?
Yesterday I had a Riesen.
24. Harry Houdini was born today in 1874. Are you a fan of magic shows? Have you ever seen someone perform close-up magic?
When I was younger I had a cousin who did magic. I also did a little myself about that time.
Yes, I know it's all sleight of hand, but it's still impressive what they can do.
8. It’s International Women’s Day – can you name any famous female artists, musicians, scientists or authors?
Marie Curie! I kind of suck at remembering names. Author-Seanin McGuire, musician-Pat Benatar, artist-the chick from New Mexico that I got some cool pop art from.
9. As it’s ‘Check Your Batteries Day’, when was the last time you checked your stock of batteries? Or, do you just buy them when you need them?
I try to keep some of each available. Had to buy AA today.
10. It’s International Wig Day – have you ever worn a wig or a hairpiece?
A wig for a short amount of time. They make me itch *so much*.
11. How organised are you with household paperwork (or is everything just in one big pile)?
Both. I keep it in a pile for a while, then log and file when I feel like it. Can be a few weeks, or a few months.
12. When was the last time you vacuumed the floor?
bwaaa hahahaha. I mean, I just swept the living room floor tonight. (see #15)
13. It’s International School Meals Day. Did you ever have school meals, and what dish still sticks in your memory if you did?
Yes. I had institutional food until I was 28. (gotta love school). I know I had favorites, but don't remember what they were. I did learn to mix cereals in college, though.
14. International ‘Ask Me A Question Day’. Go ahead – ask me a question!
I'm pretty sure this means you ask me a question.
15. What’s the weather like today?
OMG, so shitty. Was 80 yesterday and so nice. Today it's in the 50s, with feels like in the 20s. Sustained wind over 30 mph with gusts to 45. Dirt is ***everywhere**. Also, the wind is coming from the north, which has no wind block. At least the barn is okay, since the stalls open to the south.
Marie Curie! I kind of suck at remembering names. Author-Seanin McGuire, musician-Pat Benatar, artist-the chick from New Mexico that I got some cool pop art from.
9. As it’s ‘Check Your Batteries Day’, when was the last time you checked your stock of batteries? Or, do you just buy them when you need them?
I try to keep some of each available. Had to buy AA today.
10. It’s International Wig Day – have you ever worn a wig or a hairpiece?
A wig for a short amount of time. They make me itch *so much*.
11. How organised are you with household paperwork (or is everything just in one big pile)?
Both. I keep it in a pile for a while, then log and file when I feel like it. Can be a few weeks, or a few months.
12. When was the last time you vacuumed the floor?
bwaaa hahahaha. I mean, I just swept the living room floor tonight. (see #15)
13. It’s International School Meals Day. Did you ever have school meals, and what dish still sticks in your memory if you did?
Yes. I had institutional food until I was 28. (gotta love school). I know I had favorites, but don't remember what they were. I did learn to mix cereals in college, though.
14. International ‘Ask Me A Question Day’. Go ahead – ask me a question!
I'm pretty sure this means you ask me a question.
15. What’s the weather like today?
OMG, so shitty. Was 80 yesterday and so nice. Today it's in the 50s, with feels like in the 20s. Sustained wind over 30 mph with gusts to 45. Dirt is ***everywhere**. Also, the wind is coming from the north, which has no wind block. At least the barn is okay, since the stalls open to the south.
3. If you visit somewhere special, do you buy a small memento to bring home (such as a fridge magnet, keyring, ornament or something else)?
I like to get t-shirts if I can.
4. Have you ever been in a road traffic accident (either as a driver, pedestrian or on a bike)?
Yes. A few little bumps, one where my truck needed a new door, and then one that totaled my Totoya celica (and lead to the truck).
5. How many local birds can you name?
3 or 4.
6. Have you ever seen a dinosaur skeleton?
One of my favorite museums.
7. Do you embrace technology or prefer things the way they used to be (or a bit of both)?
A bit of both.
I like to get t-shirts if I can.
4. Have you ever been in a road traffic accident (either as a driver, pedestrian or on a bike)?
Yes. A few little bumps, one where my truck needed a new door, and then one that totaled my Totoya celica (and lead to the truck).
5. How many local birds can you name?
3 or 4.
6. Have you ever seen a dinosaur skeleton?
One of my favorite museums.
7. Do you embrace technology or prefer things the way they used to be (or a bit of both)?
A bit of both.
26. When you leave your home, what essentials do you have with you?
My bag: keys, phone, wallet, chapstick. And then other stuff I could probably do without, but have anyway. lol
27. Have you received a letter recently?
Last was a Valentine's Card from enchanted_jae. :)
28. Do you own many notebooks? What do you use them for?
I have a few. The fancy ones stated as journals, but only have a few pages done. lol
1. Since 1990, Clean Up Australia Limited has sponsored a yearly Clean Up Australia Day. Have you ever taken part in a ‘clean up’ initiative where you live?
We don't really have them where I live. Companies can 'adopt' sections of highways. It's pretty flat, and there's a lot of wind here, so even if something was cleaned, a few days later there will be trash. Or vice versa. ;/
My bag: keys, phone, wallet, chapstick. And then other stuff I could probably do without, but have anyway. lol
27. Have you received a letter recently?
Last was a Valentine's Card from enchanted_jae. :)
28. Do you own many notebooks? What do you use them for?
I have a few. The fancy ones stated as journals, but only have a few pages done. lol
1. Since 1990, Clean Up Australia Limited has sponsored a yearly Clean Up Australia Day. Have you ever taken part in a ‘clean up’ initiative where you live?
We don't really have them where I live. Companies can 'adopt' sections of highways. It's pretty flat, and there's a lot of wind here, so even if something was cleaned, a few days later there will be trash. Or vice versa. ;/
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Oh, I'll bet those one ways would drive them crazy.
I think we get ID photos at the local pharmacy chains or possibly the post office.