Movie questions

1.) Mel Brooks or Woody Allen? Mel Brooks - It's good to be da King.

2.)Who is the best leading man in a Jane Austen adaptation? I haven't seen any of the movies so like Mark, I'm going to go with Lawrence Olivier. I can't imagine him doing a bad job. I thought for sure you would pick Alan Rickman since you featured him one day.

3.) Snakes on a Plane is a hit, what should the name of the sequel be? Trannies on a Train - a transexual/transvestite convention gone mad.

4.) Which current actor and actress do you think most consistently plays themself? Actor - my first choice is Jack Nicholson. Either he's playing himself over and over or he's a character actor. My second choice is Vin Diesel, only because he is so bad of an actor, that's got to be himself he's playing. For actresses, I can't think of anyone besides Julia Roberts so I'm going with her.

Lieberman/Lamont Rant

This is a little off topic but I just have to rant a little here.

Joe Lieberman won the democratic primary in the city where I live. Afterwards, Ned Lamont's campaign manager said our city is 'where the forces of slime meet the forces of evil'. A huge deal was made out of it. Our mayor called for Ned Lamont to apologize. He went on the air last week and did so. Now our Republican obsessed newspaper printed an editoral saying 'apology rejected' because his campaign manager still has his job so that means that Lamont must really feel that way about our city.

It's stupid stuff like this that gets people going. This has nothing to do with the issues but people will take this crap to the bank. Now people are writing letters to the editor saying how wonderful our city is and how crazy Lamont's campaign manager is.

Our newspaper still stands by Bush. Some months ago, they called opposing the war to be borderline treason.

I can't even begin to tell you how ticked off this newspaper makes me and the fact that people believe their editorials to be fact and not opinion.

One more off the subject rant - Connecticut is the first state to pass a civil union bill for same-sex couples without having been ordered by the court. A few months back, a couple wanted to dissolve their civil union. Our paper concluded from this that same-sex couples fought for something (civil-unions) they never really wanted in the first place. Sick - Sick - Sick. They also believe that those behind the NY Times revealing the wire taps should be arrested for treason.

Thank God the rest of the state is liberal. Sorry, just had to rant.

Still more questions

- Reveal something about yourself that we didn't know before. I love 'Lie to Me' by Johnny Lang. Plus, I love the rest of his music.

- What is the nicest thing anyone has ever said to you? It wasn't even a complement. It's too deep to get into but it was something my brother said to me about my mom.

- Is it easy for you to show affection or tell someone you love them? If I love you, you know it because I tell you it on a regular basis and that includes my family and friends. I have no problem with giving or receiving affection but I am less affectionate with those that aren't that way, as I think everyone should be.

Water Sports

What is your fave activity? Does getting a tan count? Guess not. Ok, I'll go with riding the waves.

What would you like to try once? I thought I might parasail a few months back when I was in Turks & Caicos. One of the locals tried talking me into it but instead, I talked him into drinking beer all afternoon on the beach. I saw him again the next day and same thing - I showed him our pillowcase full of beer and ice and practically had a friend for life. The third day, I told him he better start working before he got fired. Maybe next trip if I run out of beer.

What are you afraid of, if anything? Of course - sharks, jellyfish, deep water - too many things to mention.

What are you best at? Shocking people - I hate tan lines. Well, I need to watch what I write sometimes. My no tan lines only occurs in remote places, outside of the U.S., where I won't run into anyone I know. I'm not an exhibitionist, honest.

What do you like?

cool whip or can whipped cream? I'll go with cool whip - I don't think I've ever had can whipped cream.

have you've ever been in a contest? did you win? never been in one? if there was a contest that you could see yourself participating in, what would that be? I did win a dance contest many years ago.

have you ever had to fire someone? No, thankfully. I wouldn't be good at it.

jelly or jam? peanut butter or cream cheese? american cheese, yellow or white? Jelly, peanut butter, and I hate all types of cheese.

what is your favorite place on earth? Anywhere that I'm with my family or close friends.

do you have a fire extinguisher? have you ever needed to use it and where do you keep it? No, but I really should get one.

what is your favorite fruit? tell us why and describe how you enjoy eating it. i'm leaving that open, you do what you want with this question. i threw it in as a stress reliever. I think black raspberries. I just pop them in my mouth or perhaps with a little whipped cream on them.

Jon Benet/John Karr

I have to wonder about this guy. I've heard they don't have any DNA tests done yet plus this ex-wife said he was with her at the time. Normally, I might think - how could she remember that exact date but considering this was done on Christmas Eve or Christmas day, it is very likely she would remember.

Since he is so obsessed with Jon Benet, he could be admitting to something he didn't do. I've never understood why people do this but we do know that people do such things for whatever the reason.

I saw a special some time ago that told about the basement window and how easily someone could have gotten in through there. Before that special, I was certain it was the parents or the brother but after I saw that, I wasn't so certain.

What always made it seem like an inside job is knowing the 118k bonus amount and also, the practice ransom notes. Plus, it seems so unlikely that you could kill someone in a house with no one else knowing it was happening.

This guy had to know something that only the killer could have known but at the same time, if he was so obsessed with her, he may have gotten a hold of some intimate detail.

I honestly thought they would never solve this case. I hope I'm wrong.

Reword The War on Terror

From the start, I have always felt that the 'War of Terror' was riduculously worded. It's too abstract and it does not specify what we are really after.

Another thing that the Bush administration does is it lumps all of the problems that existing in that part of the world as 'The Middle East' when they are specific situations and should be addressed as such.

It's just another one of Bush's gimmicks.

Bush 10 years ago vs. the Present

http://youtube.com/watch?v=pw4Bhmm22xo

I gotta tell ya, this does video shows a very different Bush but I still betcha Bush has always been incompetent and would NEVER EVER have been governor or president if it wasn't for his daddy.

Our local Republican-leaning newspaper defends Bush by saying that it is better to fight the terrorists on their turf instead of ours. Hey kids, can you spell STUPIDITY?

I read yesterday on huffingtonpost.com that last month was the bloodiest month so far in terms of the number of Iraqis killed. Something like 3450 people died last month alone.

I know I've said this before but when Bush first became president, my first thoughts were, what's going to become of our country but never could I have imagined in my darkest dreams that things could have gotten this bad.

You can say what you want about Clinton but you can't say he isn't intelligent.

What to do when there's nothing to do

It all depends on the weather. If it's a nice day out like today then I try to work outside in the yard or on the house. I just painted the porch. I'm the only person I know who paints their porch every year. I'm also the only person I know whose porch needs to be painted every year.

If it's lousy weather, I try to do something on the inside of the house. I need to paint the two bathrooms and my spare bedroom. I want to put new banisters on the stairway. You get the idea, I always have something to do.

I always take a break for AMC and may pop on the computer. I don't turn the TV on again until after 08:00 PM because TV makes me lazy. I'm lazy enough so I don't need any encouragement.

Gots to get cleaned up now to go to dinner with a friend. I hoping to make it back before 08:00 for SYTYCD.

More people can name the Three Stooges than the three branches of government

This comes as no surprise to me. As Vivian mentioned, Jay Leno's 'Jaywalking' shows how little many Americans know.

At work one day we were going over potential questions on the U.S. citizenship test. I told my co-workers that were born here how lucky they were because they would never be able to pass the test.

What's really amusing is that they think I'm brillant because I would be able to pass the test. Most of the answers I simply recall from history class.

I'd bet some of these same co-workers think there is a connection between 9/11 & the Iraqi War. I'd also bet they can name the Three Stooges.

Tattoos, etc.

- Do you have any tattoos? Yes, I have a ring of roses around my wrist.

- Do you have any other piercings besides the usual ear piercings? No, just my ears.

- Do you wear contacts or glasses or neither? I suppose I should wear glasses. I got my first pair a few years back. Within a week, Jekyll (my pup) chewed them to pieces. I got another pair and managed to keep them away from him for several months but they eventually found their way to his mouth. No contacts, my eyes aren't that bad really.

- Do you color your hair? Um..yeah. I'm much too gray.

- Is your hair length short, medium, or long? It's shoulder length so I guess that would be medium.

- Are your fingernails long or short? Do you wear nail polish on them or on your toes? I used to polish my fingernails but now I keep them very short. I can't type fast with them long and I'm too impatient to type slow. I paint my toenails from time to time.

- Do you usually wear any jewelry? Yeah, mostly rings and bracelets - sometimes earrings.

- Finally, my usual, what are you doing for the weekend? Believe it or not, I actually have something to do this weekend. My niece is getting married so I'm off to the wedding soon. I'll hopefully catch up with you guys later. If not, I'll be back tomorrow.

more questions

Fresh vegetables or Canned Vegetables or Frozen Vegetables? I'll eat all three but I prefer fresh, next in line is frozen and then canned.

Mousse or Pudding? I have to say neither. I haven't eaten either in ions.

Blinds or Drapes or Shades? Mostly blinds & shades. It'd only be a matter of time before the pups chewed on the drapes. Plus, I don't want to encourage my asthma.

The Flintstones or The Simpsons? Flintstones

Corn Muffin or Biscuit? Corn Muffin

Fred and Ethel or Fred and Ginger? Yeah, Fred & Ginger are fun to watch but Fred & Ethel it is. Ethel is one of my favorite people in the world. Well, in the TV world, that is.

Cash or Check or Credit Card? The choice you didn't give - Debit card.

The weather is great here. Tonight it was all about the hedges. One mustn't wait until the middle of summer before giving them their first trim of the year. I was hoping my neighbor would break down and do it but apparently he has a higher tolerance than I do. Every time I trimmed one part, I'd trim too much. Then I'd go back to the other part and trim too much off that. Hedges are way too stressful, don't you think?

Have you ever gone to Disney Land/World? Yes, I have. I have been to Disney Land twice and Disney World once. I liked Universal studios way better.

Did you ever get a ticket for a traffic violation? Paleeezzzzzzzze. I have been pulled over more times than anyone I know. I've gotten tickets for driving in the left lane on the highway (failure to drive right, how funny is that?), making a U-Turn, having only one headlight, going to the right of the car at the light and taking a right turn. That doesn't sound illegal, right? Wrong, that's making an extra lane. Yep, got a ticket for that too. Of course, I've gotten the usual speeding tickets, driving through a red light (I didn't even notice the light at all), not stopping at stop sign (told the cop it was called a rolling stop). I even got a speeding ticket by having my speed clocked by an airplane in Wyoming. Who knew? I had to go to court a couple of times. Lately, I've been a pro at weaseling my way out. The last 5 times, yep, count 'em, five times, I've talked my way out. The last time I was driving like a maniac because I was trying to catch the train to NYC. The cop yelled at me about what my hurry was - so I told him I was trying to catch the train and I'd be in so much trouble if I missed it. (I was meeting my brother and he was already cranky I was an hour late. I didn't want to hear how cranky he'd be if I was two hours late). I figured I was a goner. He left then came back smiling and said ok, go catch your train but slow down. I won't bore you with the others. Yeah, I know. I shouldn't push my luck.

Have you ever broken a bone? My pinky - but I didn't realize it until it healed crooked. Also, my doctor told me I must have broken my nose because it's slightly tilted to one side. I had no idea about that one either.

Have you ever painted a room? Yes, I painted all the rooms in my house and many other ones over the years.

Have you ever won money in the lottery? Yes, but not very much or very often.
Can you change a flat tire? Technically, I know how and I suppose if I absolutely had to I could jump on the lug wrench to loosen the lugs. I have AAA but back when I didn't, strangers always miraculously came to my aid. Thankfully, it was never in a scary place late at night.

What's your most favorite day of the year? I love handing out candy on Halloween.

Can you keep a secret? I tell my friends, if you want me to keep something a secret, you have to tell me. If you tell me to keep a secret, I'll take it to my grave. Otherwise, it's open game. Of course, there are some things that you just instinctively know not to tell anyone.

Chris Murphy

Chris Murphy is running in my district. I do plan on voting for him.

Our city is overwhelmingly Democrat but our newspaper, called 'The Waterbury Republican, no less, is crazy conservative Republican. They endorse 99% of all the Republicans but they're especially brutal to Chris Murphy.

I used to vote for Nancy Johnson until I saw her on local TV praising Bush for the war. Now, it's Chris all the way for me. I hope he wins.

Joe Lieberman

With all due respect, I'd like to give my opinion. I live in CT which means that Joe Lieberman is our Senator. Years ago, when Joe first ran for the Senate, he ran against Lowell Weicker. I had never before nor have I since saw someone run a nastier campaign than Joe did. That's just an add-on but it has nothing to do with what's going on now. Here's a big reason Joe may not win. I've never heard this in the media but many CT residents know it and are upset about it. From the time that Al Gore chose Joe as his running mate until 4 years later when he bowed out of the presidential race, he travelled the country campaigning. He was absent way too much from Washington for 4 full years. How many of us can take tons of time off work for 4 years and still get paid and not get called upon for it? Every week, I check the paper and read about the bills that get passed and how each of our senators and representatives vote. Week after week, for long stretches of time, I would read next to Leiberman's name - O - which meant no vote. THAT ticks me off as well as many other residents of CT. As far as the war is concerned, Joe Lieberman wrote an editoral in our local paper speaking about how the world is better off without Saddam, the progress we've made and how right we are to be there. He wrote that at least two years after the war began. He has also chosen not to call upon the president to explain the wiretaps, saying it would be a waste of time. I thought of re-registering as a democrat just so I could vote this BOZO out of there. I pray to God he's gone tomorrow.

TV stuff

1.) Out of the three main super-heroes, Superman, Spiderman or Batman, whose power would you want to have the most? Batman for me. He was a millionaire, loved his house, he had the coolest car, but most importantly, he had the coolest enemies.

2.) Besides actor/movie star, which role would you most like to assume in the film industry? Best boy or maybe Key Grip? Kidding - just love the names. I'll go with Costume Designer.

3.) Which TV sitcom’s return are you most eagerly anticipating? Reno 911 - OK, I confess, the new season is out but I haven't seen any of them yet.

4.) Which TV drama's return are you most eagerly anticipating? 24, even though the quality goes down every year. It's so predictable now.

5.) Favorite Las Vegas movie? Vegas Vacation

illegal immigration

I feel that if you are so desperate and impoverished that you are actually willing to risk your life to come to America to better yourself, then the least we can do is let you stay.

What I've never been able to comprehend is why the U.S. does not demand changes within Mexico to advance their economy so that people will not need to flee to America.

One of the gentleman running for President proposed building an extensive highway system. I don't know if this guy won or not but I thought that was a great first step.

Another factor is Economic freedom. The more the government interferes in the economy, the less economic freedom there is. This stifles grow.

Mexico is listed as the 60th most economically free country in the world. The U.S. is listed 9th in the world. Mexico lags behind Kuwait, Croatia, Macedonia, Armenia amongst others.

This is what has to change or the problem will never go away. We don't see Canadians crossing over in such large numbers. That's because Canada is listed as the 12th most economically free country.

Why we don't get to the root cause of the problem is plain stupid. JMHO.

Around the house

1. what is the one household cleaning product that you can't live without? White vinegar. Whenever my pups have an accident (or an on-purpose), I spray it with vinegar and water. The vinegar is supposed to neutralize it so there's no odor. Otherwise, probably Windex.

2. what are some of your favorite beauty and pampering products? I use lots of facial scrubs and moisturizers - mostly clinque stuff.

3. what items do you always have on hand in your pantry? dog food & cat food

4. what items do you always have on hand in your frig? freezer? Bottled water. Sometimes have yogurt and fruit.

5. have you discovered any new products that you think are great? if so please share. I really like Goof Off. You can take most anything off with it.

6. finally, do you have any summertime recipes that don't require much or any cooking ? I virtually never cook and hardly have anything to eat in my house. I prefer to go out to eat.

- What's your first name? Carol

- What type of job do you have? One with enough free time to post here.

- What is your relationship status? Single with not a prospect in sight. How pathetic am I?

- Are you shy or outgoing or somewhere in between? Outgoing but not obnoxiously so.

- Are you a packrat? Most things that I save, I usually go back and wonder why on earth I saved it. Since it ultimately gets thrown out, I'm going with a no.

- Do you have a secret that people would be surprised to know? Uh, yeah, very surprised.

- Do you care to share it with us? You know the deal - then I'd have to kill you all.

Colors - First thing that comes to mind.

Ok, I picked the first thing(s) that came to mind. I can only wonder what Freud would have made of my responses.

Pink - breast cancer ribbons, the singer
Red - my car
Orange - sunshine
Yellow - happiness
Green - something Irish
Aqua - the ocean
Blue - my dad, it was his favorite color
Indigo - I knew a prostitute and that was her street name (no lie).
Violet - the lilac tree in my backyard
Purple - that I don't like purple
Brown - paper bag
Black - night time
Gray - a gloomy day
White - purity
Gold - jewelry
Silver - more jewelry.

Let's say you are totally indulging yourself today... taking the day off work and are on a figurative cruise looking at a calm sea of azure water, the sun is shining, and there are minions to attend to your every need...

Breakfast? Eggs Benedict or just fresh fruit, depending on my mood.

Beverage? Bloody Mary at breakfast, Cold beer throughout the day, Wine at dinner, Cordials after dinner, White Russians (or some other mixed drink) at the casino. That should cover it.

Any Lunch and Dinner plans? Late lunch, Salad would be fine. DinDin - Veal Oscar

Activities and Recreation? Morning - go to the gym so I don't feel guilty about all the food and drinks I'm going to be having. Afternoon - by the pool, Late Afternoon, probably hangout at the bar, play a little pool, Night Time - casino

What will you be reading? Perhaps a menu here and there.

My home town

I've mentioned some of this before but I've filled it in with more detail this time.

I'm from Oakville, CT, which is actually part of Watertown, CT. Watertown is the birth place of John Trumbull. I think he was a painter that lived during the Revolutionary War. That's only thing I can think of which isn't much. I lived there for the first 30 years of my life.

I now live in Waterbury, which is right next door to Oakville/Watertown. I was actually born in Waterbury since that is where the hospital is located.

We were once called the 'Brass Capitol of the World' and even though most, if not all, of the mills have closed, we still call ourselves, 'The Brass City'.

We are also known for our high taxes. We have the second highest taxes in CT.

Our true claim to fame is political corruption. It started in the 1940s, I believe. The mayor went to jail for some type of corruption.

It then picked back up in the 1980s when the mayor went to jail for financial kickbacks and whatever else.

Our next mayor was brought to trial for financial kickbacks too but he was found innocent.

Like I said, we are noted for corruption but that was near saintly behavior compared to what happened next.

The mayor after that was being investigated by the feds for the usual financial kickbacks. They bugged his phones, including his cell phone. On one of these calls, he was speaking with a woman about setting up a liasion with some other girls. This apparently happened with some regularity. The woman said that it was one of the girls' birthdays of which our sicko mayor asked, 'How old is she?'. The response, hold onto to your seat now, the response was, '10 years old'. This woman was pimping out her daughter and her niece. They were 8 and 10. I can't even begin to tell you how much that sickens me as I'm sure it sickens you too. I feel bad for his family, especially his 4 children.

You can see him here on mugshots.com's hall of shame. http://www.mugshots.com/Hall%20of%20Shame/Philip+Giordano.htm. He received a 37 year sentence. He is appealing on the grounds that the feds did not have jurisdiction as the call was made within the city. However, it bounced off a cell tower in NJ, which is the feds' reasoning. It is expected to make it all the way to the Supreme Court. Not only that, because of its precedence, the case is one that is usually studied in law school. This loser will be known nationwide for years to come.

If by chance the case gets thrown out because the feds didn't have the authority, it doesn't matter, because the state will be pursuing state charges.

Finally, our former governor, is from Waterbury as well. He had to step down as governor because he was going to away - to prison, that is. He did more of the same, financial kickbacks.
I also mentioned in my other post that some years ago, Waterbury was voted # 300 in a list of the nation's top 300 best cities to live. How sad is that?

Random questions

1. Were you named after anyone? Not a single soul. My aunt wanted to name me Vincenza, after my grandmother. Good thing because I would of had to shoot her as soon as I got old enough to handle a gun. Then I'd have to spend the rest of my life in jail which would not make for an enjoyable life.

2. Do you like your handwriting? Sometimes, if I concentrate on writing, otherwise, it's all over the place.

3. Do you keep a journal? Sort of. Every day I write what I did the day before. I write the activities, who I was with and anything noteable. I never write my feelings, in case anyone reads it.

4. What's the furthest you've ever been from home? Ireland, I think.

5. What's your shoe size? 7 1/2

6. How many rooms do you have in your house or apartment? Officially, there are 7 rooms. One is a small sunroom. The rest are the usual rooms in a 6 room house.

7. What color is your bedroom? Taupe

8. Would YOU be friends with YOU???? Yes, most definitely. I go with flow, never argue and I'm always up for anything.

No news is good news

I wish I had some news to share but my life is too booorrring. Well, I suppose I have plenty I could complain about but today's your lucky day, I'll spare you.

I'm going out to eat with a couple of friends. I meet them on Tuesday nights at a little Italian joint that's got killer food.

Years ago, I used to meet my friends at the bar. Now, we go out to eat. How's that for getting old?

1.) Who was the last person you kissed? Does it have be a person? I just kissed my kittie about 20 times. Ok, it's got to be a person, huh? You're going think I'm crazy but it was this guy I work with. He hugs & kisses me hello & good-bye every day (and tells me he loves me). I have no idea why but he's good looking, a nice guy and I love affection, so what the heck? No, he's not the stalker.

2.) What was the last gift you bought? Bought my 2 year old great niece a jean skirt & a jean jacket and some other stuff. She is soooooooooooo cute and I love her soooooooooo much.

3.) What's the best movie involving a deck of cards/card game? Can I go with TV show instead? I love when Lucy plays poker with the guys and keeps forgetting what beats what and they all keep repeating it in unison.

4.) What actor gets deluged with a particular popular quote associated with them the most? I can't forget Johnny's ' Forget about it' in 'Donnie Brasco'.

5.) Which of Johnny Depp's characters would you most want to take along to a big party? Since I just watching 'Blow' on TV the other night, I'm going to go with that druggie. I'd probably wind up in jail but hey, sometimes you got to live a little dangerously.

Speaking of stalkers, I told my co-worker to bug off, it was NEVER going to happen. He told me, 'BS, he always gets what he wants and he wants me'. We went back and forth and I told him I thought he was a stalker. He got all insulted and say he wasn't going to say anything more that might offend me. I'm safe right? A whole 5 minutes went by and he was at it again. He mouthed that he wanted me and then IM'd me that he wanted my big brown fish bowl eyes or some strange thing like that. I told him he was nuts and that I just wasn't going to talk with him. How the strangest people manage to find me, I'll never know.

- How many brothers & sisters do you have? 4 brothers & 3 sisters

- What is your birth order - first, middle, last? If your were adopted, same deal. Where do you fall in line with your brothers & sisters? I'm the youngest.

- Who are your housemates? My best friends - my two pups, Jekyll & Hyde and my most perfect kittie, Katie.

- Describe yourself in three words or less. Easy going

- If other people could describe you in 3 words or less, what do you think they would say? Easy going or always late.

- What do you do that annoys people the most? That I'm always late.

- Paper or Plastic? Plastic unless the paperbag has handles, then I'll go with the environmentally friendly paper.

Flirtation or the beginnings of a Stalker?

What makes for a certified stalker? I mean, when a flirtation becomes classified as stalking?
I work with a guy that has been borderline obsessed with me since the day he started working here. He flirts and I admittedly can't resist a good complement so I usually flirt back and have fun with it.

This guy has worked here for at least 6 months and does this to me every single day, all day long. I'm not afraid of him although when he first started working here, he seemed to pop up out of nowhere and I can only imagine he must have been waiting for me. He no longer does that plus there's usually plenty of people around and everyone knows the way he is with me.

I've told him flat out that it's never going to happen between us. Still, he IMs me all day long and I do mean all day long, telling me how beautiful I am and how he won't stop until he has me. He's even gotten down on his knees and proposed.

What do you make of someone who does this? I mean does he really think that his persistence is going to work? I really don't know what to make of him any more.