questionoftheday asks: Say you found yourself with storybook-type amnesia and lost your memory tomorrow, how likely do you think you'd be able to regain it just by going through your blog?

My answer:

Not at all likely. lol. Many years ago, maybe it would have been helpful. But lately not at all. I wish that I had more of an aptitude for journaling, especially in a super interesting way. But so far that has not been a good skill of mine! My favorite journaler on LJ used to be muse, but I don't know if her journal is even up any more. but she had a great way of relaying her stories, as well as including a ton of links to explain areas or thoughts, etc. I just was really in love with her style, but not good at emulating it. lol.

We'll see if this one cross posts to LJ correctly. I had to change my PW due to the reporting of a breach over there so the earlier ones from today did not work.

questionoftheday asks: Are you a cat person or a dog person? How about a bird person or a reptile person? A fish person? Why?

My answer:

Definitely an animal person, lol. As far as pets go, I do have a stronger preference for dogs. My family has always had dogs for companions. I miss my heart-dogs - Nate from many years ago and Stormy from earlier this year. So while I say my favorite is the dog, at the same time, I can't imagine life without a kitty. So it works out to live with family who have a kitty. ;)

Absolutely love horses! Life circumstances have changed so we are without any live horses, so I am enjoying my herd of model horses instead. I get to have ALL the colors and all the breeds, no feed needed, and zero poop pick up, so it's not all bad. ;D

So many wild animals that I love. My long standing favorite is the wolf. My new interest is the hyena. I am intrigued by the capybera. Love the big cats! The Crocodile Hunter changed my mind and I find them interesting now - from a distance, anyway. lol.

Distracted and not able to read this one at the moment. Tips on how to shorten time in the kitchen, and at least one really awesome sounding recipe. ;)

http://www.keeperofthehome.org/2013/01/cutting-your-kitchen-prep-time-in-half-or-more.html

German Chocolate Fudge Bites. OMG, sounds delish.
http://chocolatecoveredkatie.com/2012/02/08/german-chocolate-fudge-bites/

http://recipecorner.com/easy-and-quick-dessert-recipes_recipes/smore-brownies_recipe

Looks so good! And much easier to eat. My s'mores always fall apart on me. LOL.

We've not been very good about using our slow cooker on a regular basis. One tip that I just learned about is to put your veggies on top of the roast! That way it won't soak up all the grease and it should be amazing and steamed. Going to have to try that next time for sure.

http://crockpot365.blogspot.com/

This site was also recommended, so I'm going to have to check it out. The person recommending it said that it's a gluten-free site as well, FYI. :o)

It's absolutely lovely being able to use the dishwasher again! Have actually cooked a few things instead of just reheating things. Awesome!!

This sounds....weird, but interesting. lol.

http://www.joythebaker.com/blog/2012/01/strawberry-cucumber-smoothie/#more-7111

These pancakes sound and look absolutely delicious!

http://www.joythebaker.com/blog/2012/01/smashed-raspberry-chocolate-chunk-pancakes/#more-7065

I have discovered a lovely new cooking blog that is extremely interesting. Had seen a link for her upcoming cookbook last week, and then this morning stumbled upon her actual blog. Obviously, it was meant to be!! LOL. (She posts about more than the sweet stuff, but that's what caught my eye this morning. fyi.)

http://www.joythebaker.com/blog/2011/09/lemon-meringue-pie-milkshakes/

http://www.joythebaker.com/blog/2011/10/midnight-black-chocolate-pudding/

http://www.joythebaker.com/blog/2011/11/brown-sugar-bacon-biscuits/

http://www.joythebaker.com/blog/2011/05/chocolate-peanut-butter-cookie-dough-toasted-marshmallow-cupcakes/

http://www.joythebaker.com/blog/2011/05/spinach-and-potato-breakfast-hash/

http://www.joythebaker.com/blog/2011/05/gluten-free-toasted-coconut-waffles-with-maple-cream/

http://www.joythebaker.com/blog/2011/05/mustard-roasted-new-potatoes/

http://www.joythebaker.com/blog/2011/04/chicken-pot-pie-with-cream-cheese-and-chive-biscuits/

Dude, I don't have a wolverine icon. So it's a badger instead. ;)

http://shakespearessister.blogspot.com/2011/10/water-war.html#disqus_thread

It takes forever to watch videos at home, so I'm just putting this up for watching some other time. From the comments, it sounds like a fun little video! Water Wars. ^__^


[TW]
Adding this because I'm making too many entries today. Totally not related. I hadn't heard that this was Domestic Violence month, info and phone numbers here if needed.

http://shakespearessister.blogspot.com/2011/10/domestic-violence-awareness-month.html#disqus_thread

Another link, reasons why people stay.
http://pervocracy.blogspot.com/2011/07/why-does-she-stay-with-that-jerk.html

Having issuestyping on a netpad. lol. It's fun and has great clarity, but very small. Anyway, found an awesome sculpture made from recycled tires!

Soundgarden just announced that they have been playing together and are planning on recording an album this year!! Too utterly cool. I'm glad to hear it, because I would think creating new music together would be part of the point of reuniting the band...yes? lol.

http://www.soundgardenworld.com/news/2011-02-15/our-goal-2011-lets-make-record

Got my hair cut last night and I love it!! I'm actually going to be growing part of it out (tops/sides), but went shorter in the back. It feels great! Need to figure out how to use the flat iron so I can change it up more, though. LOL.