Wednesday, September 25, 2013

Falling Into the Hodgepodge

Welcome to the Wednesday Hodgepodge! Add your link at the end of my post and then be a good neighbor and go say hi to the bloggers linking around you. Here are my answers-


1. What's one thing that's still the same about you as when you were young?

Two things came immediately to mind...a) I'm an eternal optimist, always have been, always will be, and b) if an airplane, boat, or amusement park ride are on the agenda I'll be needing that Dramamine.  

2. What's more important-history or science?  Why?

It's a tough call.  I think most disciplines are interconnected, but if I'm forced to choose I'll say history. Science is powerful, but history is what helps us use that power wisely.    

3. Lima, kidney, string, garbanzo, black, or pinto-your favorite bean?

I like all beans, but string (green) beans are my favorite. 

4. What's something people come to your town to do?

Hmmm...not a lot happening in our little town. You kinda need to go somewhere else if you actually want to do things.  There's a lake, but you can't just pull up and dump your boat in.  You might come here to sit by the lake, get an ice cream cone, or watch the water ski team practice or perform. 

5. When was the last time you were in a meeting? Sum it up for us in five words or less.

As it happens a meeting is happening at my house this morning, but since I answer the HP on Tuesday and the meeting is on Wednesday I can't summarize.  

Did that sentence make you feel like you'd stepped into some kind of time warp?  

I was in a meeting of sorts yesterday (and by yesterday I do mean Tuesday)-my women's bible study.  Does that count?  Since I make the rules I'm going to say yes, it definitely counts.  To summarize-
I'm loving the story of Ruth. 

I realize that's six words, but I needed every single one.  Is anyone surprised that my five word answer is now paragraphs long?  

6. What special event would you like a VIP pass to attend?

The Olympics, Wimbledon, or a concert by one of my favorite bands.  

7. What's one piece of advice you'd give a writer?

Use your own voice.

8.  Insert your own random thought here.

Have you seen this video of the Star Spangled Banner that's been making it's way around various sites? I normally hate it when a singer messes with the anthem in any way, shape, or form, but I have to say I love their rock and roll version of the song. 

I went to their website to see what else they do, and they talk about loving America which is kind of refreshing. They perform at a lot of veterans events, and it turns out they're local boys. Hubs and I might have to check them out in person one of these days.  







32 comments:

  1. I'm with you on the Olymipics! Of course, as cold-natured as I am, I'd have to choose the summer games. I definitely get very queasy on amusement park rides...worst feeling in the world! I love how that band performs the "Star Spangled Banner"...awesome job! So glad you shared it! Enjoy your Wednesday, Joyce!

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  2. I wondered what you would say about Sparta. Ha! Perhaps the mines around there and the connection with Thomas Edison might interest history people. Beyond that, head for the city! ( :

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  3. WOW! I love that version of the USA anthum! Thanks for sharing. We have a small town as well and it has ponds and lakes so boating is a big thing around here.

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  4. How cool is it that the band is local for you? :)

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  5. "I love the Book....Ruth" [that's five words, lol] You and I have the same bean preference, but like 'em all.

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  6. Kinda like that version of the Star Spangled Banner-never heard of this group before today.

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  7. I love the story of Ruth too. We talked about her being in Christ's lineage just last week at BSF in our study of Matthew. She was a way cool Gentile!

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  8. I really like your answer for #7. This year, I am "officially" teaching writing to my 10th graders, who must take a state writing assessment in February. One of the items that will be critiqued is voice. I believe that every writer has his/her own voice, and that it's nearly impossible not to use your own, but I also think that sometimes, people try to imitate others' voices. Part of what makes a writer so unique is the "sound" of his/her own voice. That's what draws us to certain writers.

    I will say that your voice is a beautiful one, and I am thankful that you share it with all of us. :)

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  9. I said the Olympics too :) And it was sooo hard for me to pick history or science! I love them both!!

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  10. Well the Olympics would have been my choice as well! I loved that performance of the Star Spangled Banner,,,loved it! And Ruth has always been one of my favorite studies. Enjoy your day!

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  11. I'd choose Wimbledon too, if William & Kate were in the royal box! :) I wouldn't even watch the match... I'd be staring at them :)

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  12. Ice cream always tastes better beside the water :)

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  13. Love your answer to #2. Awesome rendition of the Star Spangled Banner.

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  14. I'm not shocked that you exceeded the five word limit summary. You are not alone however, I mean, lawyers write a 50,000 word document and have the temerity to call it a brief. I also like the VIP ticket to a concert by a favorite band or performer. Thanks again for the Hodgepodge!

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  15. Had not heard that group or song before. I am not into viral videos.

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  16. Oh, me too, got have Dramamine or something like it if curves or up and down motion is involved. Fun questions today and now I'm off to listen to the National Anthem. Happy Wednesday!

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  17. Great questions. I had fun coming up with answers.

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  18. Boy do I like that version of Star Bangle Banner. And you and I picked the opposites for subjects - funny. So do make these great questions up?

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  19. Great answer for #2 (concerning history and science)! Thanks for providing another great set of questions :)

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  20. another fun hodgepodge ... as always, thank you for hosting!

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  21. Great answer for history and science. I didn't even notice "string", I like them too! I eat green beans several times a week. The video is amazing, thank you for sharing it.

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  22. I don't really like having our National Anthem messed with either, but this rock version didn't make me cringe. They do seem to be a good group. Let us know when you get a chance to see them in person, please!!

    Thanks again for hosting Hodgepodge. I enjoy it so much!

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  23. I never even thought about the Olympics. I would really enjoy watching luge or curling during the winter Olympics.

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  24. That rendition of the SSB surprisingly gave me goosebumps .Such passion. They song always puts a lump in throat unless someone botches it. I used your five word dare to create my HP answers this week--ALL ARE FIVE WORDS ONLY. CAn you believe it? Me neither!
    Book of Ruth--love it.

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  25. We enjoy the rendition of our National Anthem that you shared! It sounds lovely to sit by your lake and enjoy ice cream. I hope you get to hear the band play soon!

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  26. Serious goosebumps here. I'll head to their site. Thank you so much.

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  27. When Miss K.A. was in high school, I mentioned that she should not have any trouble with her religion class as it was basically a bible study and she'd had her fair share already. She replied... 'yeah, but the Jewish girls have Ruth down good." ha ha.

    I have seen that video. Goosebumps every time! Love it.

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  28. I'm pretty sure lima beans are from the devil. Given that I like all other beans I think they should be stricken from the category.

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  29. I must agree with you regarding the song. That video rocks.

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  30. At least you have a lake. We don't even have that. My little town is ----- ummm.... little. hahahaha
    Thank you for hodgepodge. It's been fun.

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  31. Oh my gosh, LOVE this version of our national anthem!.. But my very favorite is by Whitney Houston.. What a crying shame she is gone. )0:
    What a gifted, talented singer she was. ~tina

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