tidbit's blog

tidbit's weight loss
Last week, I posted requesting advice/ suggestions on a photographer and why I was looking for one. Several of you posted asking how I was able to lose over 240 + lbs. So here's the blog I promised....
Nov. 2, 2009

need photogropher advice
OK, here's the deal.  I need some advice. As I've mentioned a couple of times, I've lost 240+ lbs now. Sandra had an awesome blog last week that really hit home with me - "self image". ...
Oct. 29, 2009

halloween? or is it christmas already?
WTF?     So I'm out yesterday running some errands. It was my first "outing" since my surgery and the complication that followed (since Sept 1).   While...
Oct. 11, 2009

aug 26th - national dog day
Yes - that is probably the worst hack job of editing a photo.  But yes, those are my two babies.  Meeko on the left - Husky/ Shep is the dog we recently took in back in April. Meeko...
Aug. 19, 2009

just curious....
You know, I'm very curious about several things that are going through my head.  Forgive me, but my mind really thinks like this ... like a snowball - it starts on one thing and moves quicly...
Aug. 14, 2009

white house - reality check (part ii)
White House: Reality Check  As a 'right wing freak' who has 'manufactured anger' and all that other BS being said....  I've taken...
Aug. 14, 2009

why are you here?
Holycow has had me missing home, on the gulf coast and all the wonderful food and interestingly enough, I've been having this conversation with my husband over the last two weeks. So, I'm taking...
Aug. 13, 2009

whitehouse - reality check
As an opponent of the current Health Bill, even I've been angered by some of the commentary I've seen coming from other people who oppose the bill.  I've even called a conservative radio talk show...
Aug. 10, 2009

what are the nc representatives doing during their break??
Ok, most of you know, I suck at writing. I have a hard time getting my point across in a few words. Everyone has something they suck at and explaining my views/ points in writing (or even in conversation)...
Aug. 6, 2009

tid's health care rant (repost w/ edit)
I've been doing a lot of watching/ reading of multiple media and blog commentary trying to keep up with people and their ideas. I've gotten really frustrated and for the most part - fed up. Someone...
Aug. 3, 2009

another tidbit rant (long)
I don’t rant often. But it’s a rainy Friday afternoon, I’m on the downside of working 70+ hours a week for the last several months (my nasty project is on the final stages) and I’m...
Jul. 31, 2009

...it's only.....
You know.... there is a prhase that I'm truly sick and tired of hearing...... and it always starts with: "It's only...." I've never claimed to be conservative or liberal because I'm...
Jul. 13, 2009

town hall questions abc would never allow the president to be asked
Mr. President:  As part of your talk on health care, you have mentioned on more than one occasion about the exorbant costs of the care itself, which has in turn driven up costs in insurance. Your...
Jun. 26, 2009

a tidbit rant: a rare occasion
Ok.. so this isn't really a "rant".  But something in our society really bothers me.  I'm very sensitive to elderly.  YES, it has everything to do with the fact I still feel...
Jun. 19, 2009

actor david carradine found dead in bangkok
Actor David Carradine found dead in Bangkok By GRANT PECK –   BANGKOK (AP) — Actor David Carradine, a born seeker and cult idol who broke through as the willing student...
Jun. 4, 2009

i admit, i don't know it all and i need help
OK, so it's summer (err almost?) and it's HOT/ humid already. And as if I wasn't already having to deal with a lot of other issues like fixing my wall of termite damage, college expenses of child,...
May. 29, 2009

some info re: blog from yesterday on ss# & insurance copanies
I cannot find the blog from yesterday, but someone posted a blog about a letter they got from BCBS asking to verify their SS for members over 45. The primary point (I think) of the blog was regarding...
May. 28, 2009

just another gay marriage blog.....
Yes, another (most likely meaningless) gay marriage blog.  But some things were said today that just put me in compete and total shock.  I mean, I know there are people who are against it...
May. 26, 2009

need advice.....
So the newest member of my family, while being very loved and well taken care of.. is causing me problems. My wallet can't keep up with his mouth. He's a husky mix, and I've done tons of research and...
May. 20, 2009

exposing health care myths
I read this interview and I had to say, I'm really interested in reading the book - curious more...
May. 8, 2009

reflection
With all the blogs on Mothers and Mother's Day, it is always something that is uncomfortable to me. It never fails that this time of year makes me a little sad. My mother died when I was two....
May. 5, 2009

pot meet kettle...
Pot meet Kettle..  Last Friday in another blog one of our GOLOers made a comment that made me do a double blink followed by a “Huh?”.  The comment came on...
May. 4, 2009

hate being angry first thing on a friday morning
So I'm reading this article this morning while having my coffee. In the midddle of this article re: Halifax Co....
May. 1, 2009

newest member to my family
This is the newest member of my family.  Very unexpected. He's an abandoned pup we found and picked up from SPCA. We'd been trying to get him for a while, but he was so skittish.  He's currently...
Apr. 14, 2009

new healthy eating & lifestyles group
I've posted some of the receipes of items I make often as part of my eating healthier routine. I've gotten questions about putting them up in a group.  I tried to find some groups already existing,...
Apr. 14, 2009

tidbit's recipes (healthy collection) taco salad
Tidbit’s Taco Salad (Yup – it is actually healthy).  OK,  with all my weight loss and such, Mexican is one of my weaknesses (aside from seafood and Italian and Greek and…...
Apr. 10, 2009

tidbit's recipes (healthy collection)
Shrimp Supreme:  Makes 4 servings 1  package mushroom and wild rice mix 3 ounces light cream cheese (or fat free) 2 stalks celery, sliced 1...
Apr. 9, 2009

how i've lost weight
As some of you have seen me post, I have lost a lot of weight since Aug of 2007.  As of Saturday, 04/04/09, I’ve lost 191 lbs.   I get a lot of emails when I talk about this or...
Apr. 8, 2009

if those 4 below are bad... this must be your ideal
This must be so much better
Mar. 24, 2009

teach the tidbit! (unions)
First - ignore the Wal-mart on the image. I just loved the picture as a whole, this blog will not deal with "wal-mart" - nor do I care what you think of Wal-mart. Second - The sole...
Mar. 20, 2009

jobless hit with bank fees on benefits
Has anyone read (I mean seriously read) this article on MSN? http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/29286993   I have to say - this whole...
Feb. 19, 2009

save my ballot campaign
Join Americans for Prosperity North Carolina Chapter along with Senator Richard Burr and Congressman Howard Coble for the ...
Feb. 16, 2009

picking battles
First, Thank you Chill0913 for your "When to give up" blog. I really enjoyed it.  It made me think of something I keep tagged at work, a copy at home and even in my wallet to remind myself...
Feb. 12, 2009

final push! let's do this!!!!!!!!
  At 2PM TODAY, your NoStimulus.com petitions (which at the moment number 395,047) will...
Feb. 12, 2009

no stimulus! we're not defeted yet!!!!
Just minutes ago in the U.S. Senate we suffered a difficult defeat as the $838 billion senate version of the Pelosi-Reid-Obama spending bill passed with 61 votes.  While today's vote is a...
Feb. 10, 2009

no stimulus campaign updates
UPDATES FOR 02/09/09    The final fate of the Pelosi-Reid-Obama trillion dollar spending bill (when you add in the $300 billion in interest payments you get to a trillion) will...
Feb. 9, 2009

tidbits from tidbit
Is “Cleanliness Next to Godliness?”   Guess who really stank it up?  Our forefathers as they signed the Declaration of Independence probably could have brought tears...
Feb. 9, 2009

no stimulus! keep up the good work!
Just to keep you up to date on how the "NO Stimulus" campaign is going I thought you might like this information.  There is an important quote in here that I personally find extremely...
Feb. 8, 2009

take action against the so-called-stimulus bill
 This is an email I get, that I'm happy to get! But if you are against the Stimulus, then follow the link below and sign a petition!! You are an American Citizen. YOU Hired these people,...
Feb. 6, 2009

tidbits from tidbit
Where did the idea for underwear come from?   The use of "underwear" has been recorded as far back as 3000 B.C. Generally, just a narrow band around...
Feb. 5, 2009

your thoughts on stimulus - have a tax question
I've seen the alleged layout plan that has left the House and now headed for the Senate. Some of those items, I DO NOT expect to be taken out, if anything either left alone or increased. Such...
Feb. 2, 2009

tidbits from tidbit
Tidbits from Tidbit   It’s February, Valentine’s Day will be here soon.  How did this day start and how did it become associated with love/...
Feb. 2, 2009

what are you doing to speak up???
Most people paying attention to what our government is doing, knows that this stimulus bill HEAVILY backed by Obama and being "quickly pushed through" is a slap in the face to the intellegence...
Jan. 29, 2009

"man-made global warming" not!
I’m no scientist, but I do love science (and history).  So for me, the “man-made” global warming issue has held my interest for some time. What I have found in my own studies...
Jan 27, 2009

whites need not apply
I know Tmedlin did a blog earlier, but I just got home and DAG NABBIT I'm PIZZED!!!!! NOW I want to state for the record, I do not blame Obama. I hope he knows about it now, with all the coverage...
Jan 22, 2009

are you against the "stimulus"?
THIS IS AN EMAIL I got from American's for Prosperity. While I don't always agree...
Jan 22, 2009

completely distracted
OK, so yes, I'm telecommuting and working from home.  But I have to be honest and say that I'm pretty much distracted.  Having spoken with othe co-workers who are also working from home, I...
Jan 20, 2009

why i became homeless
To try and keep this short, I'm not going to go into a step by step walk through of my life, but I am going to try and give enough to make a point I was trying to make with another blogger in another...
Jan 15, 2009

going through withdrawls!!!!!!!
I'm going through withdrawals. While I was in Seattle over the holidays I got to experience my very first ever crumpet and OMG was it the most mouth watering things I've ever had. The first one...
Jan 14, 2009

fyi: schip rears it's ugly head ...again..
Tax hikes for the poor Friday, January 2nd 2009 Phil Kerpen Washington Times Friday, January 2, 2009 President-elect...
Jan 13, 2009

need help/ suggestions from wine aficionados
I need some suggestions from the wine aficionados out there! I'm planning a nice dinner for a close friend of mine who did me a huge favor (other than just being my friend). So I wanted to do...
Jan 8, 2009

eeeeeey doggie! got 'dat holiday spirit!
http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/27955316 Yeah buddy! Love that human kindness.  Earlier, the article included in the headline...
Nov 28, 2008

snowing in garner
So I have NO IDEA why I'm even up. I didn't go to bed till 1:30am.  But alas, I took the trash out and it was snowing. Looks like it rained some first, the ground is wet - OR it's been snowing...
Nov 21, 2008

obama election spurs race crimes around country
You know - I don't doubt it, every race has a small group that we'd like to remove from the gene pool. But articles like this one on WRAL Piz me off. The sole purpose of the article and others like...
Nov 16, 2008

need some advice from wii owners
I am getting my husband a Wii for Christmas. But like all grossly expensive things that end up collecting dust around the house, I know that just by purchasing the Wii, I won't be buying enough. Questions...
Nov 15, 2008

need your creativity!
Well, it is that time of year again! Gifts. I have to have mine done especially early because I'm leaving for Washington (state) mid December and won't be back till after New Years. So...
Nov 10, 2008

at&t customer warning!
AT&T : CUSTOMER’S BEWARE!!!!  I’m the person who likes to live within my means.  That means, I don’t go out and spend $6-10 every single morning stopping for a...
Nov 5, 2008

not surprised - but disappointed
So clearly most of North Carolina wants "hope and change". It does't matter that no one can "give you hope". Non the less you want the government to give you everything... But...
Nov 5, 2008

even australia gets it.....
One of my favorite political cartoons from, surprisingly from an Austrilian newspaper.  I'll post my 2nd favorite from them tomorrow.
Oct 22, 2008

unc chancellor's house gets $900k makeover
http://www.wral.com/news/news_briefs/story/3761761/   Well, I see another 6-10% tuition increase this next year. Greasley...
Oct 18, 2008

i just don't get it.......
OK. You can all me stupid, you can stereotype me (most liberals will), you can say anything you want. I'm far from stupid. I'm anything but the stereotype of anything (not even the "normal...
Oct 15, 2008

gals! buyer beware - customer service nightmare story
BEWARE PURCHASING FROM JUNONIA.COM Long Story- but you should read before you EVER purchase anything from Junonia My Dad gave me 2 Amex Gift cards for my birthday. Junonia is the only...
Oct 8, 2008

if i had needed another reminder.....
Had I needed another reminder of exactly how unqualified and unready Obama is to be President, the bailout legislation is definately the final proof I think that people should pay close attention to. I...
Sep 25, 2008

re-post - thought we could use some humor today
I posted this Saturday, but thought it was funny and we could use the humor today.  People - it is only meant to be humor - you shouldn't get your panties in a wad.  Just relax a little and...
Sep 17, 2008

need some green thumb advice
First, I want to state upfront. I DO NOT have a green thumb. I've been trying to learn things here recently. About 3 years ago, my husband planted a Cimmaron Ash tree in the back yard (on part...
Sep 15, 2008

typical liberal media... can't tell the truth
So on MSN today - here is one of the major headlines you will see - Greenspan: We can't afford McCain's tax cuts...
Sep 14, 2008

i don't care who ya are.. that's funny
LOL So don't get your panties in a wad this morning. It's just humor.
Sep 13, 2008

what about that bridge to nowhere?
“Bridge Politics”   While this author/writer is clearly...
Sep 12, 2008

democratic politicians are not for the poor.....
With the hard core biases running rampant through the media, you have to go to all kinds of sources to get small pieces of facts to them together like a jigsaw puzzle to get the actual truth. While...
Sep 11, 2008

opec to entertain idea of cutting production
OPEC to entertain idea of cutting production   And alas, here is where the majority of the democrats and some republicans...
Sep 8, 2008

pot calling the kettle...
You know. I've always been proud to be an Independent, more of a Libertarian. I've never held to the social conservative beliefs for the most part (illegal immigration being the exception).  I...
Sep 4, 2008

no bias in the media eh?
So for weeks before the Democratic convention, we were barraged everyday with constatant reminders by the media when it starts, who was speaking when. When I say barrage, I mean constant reminders....
Sep 3, 2008

example: why conservatives say mccain is not
Because he doesn't always think like a conservative where it counts: MY WALLET.  My bottom line - It is not the job of the government to legislate morality nor is it the responsiblity of...
Aug 22, 2008

nc gov't overstepping bounds again
With election time coming up, I have found it important to help people make good decisions. I'm not doing these blogs such as "Obscure Positions You...
Aug 22, 2008

dole hasn't done squat for nc?
I received several emails requesting me to repost this - so here it is.  Apparently I posted it a little late yesterday Liddy hasn’t...
Aug 21, 2008

elizabeth dole hasn't done squat for nc....
Liddy hasn’t done squat for NC….     I hear this a lot from people. And then I ask them, what are you basing this on? The primary response I get? “You never...
Aug 20, 2008

obscure positions you vote on
When we go to the polls in November, pretty much everyone will know (for the most part) which candidate they are going to vote for President.  You all will know who you want for Governor. Most...
Aug 20, 2008

gubernatorial debate
So did anyone catch last nights Gubernatorial Debate from Durham? 1st..  Gubernatorial .. now that's a funny word. Guber - too close to Goober to me.. which is exactly how I saw one of the...
Aug 20, 2008

more mis-information
So, I've been seeing this political ad saying that Dole was ranked 93rd in effectiveness.  While it was absolutely hillarious because, visually they intentionally put all Democrats at the top of...
Aug 18, 2008

censorship cracks me up
LOL so I'm posting on one of the stories on Wral's main page right? I ask a question. of course you dont' see your post immediately since they "review" it.   I pop back later...
Aug 15, 2008

environment and politics
I don’t usually cut and paste (as some seem to think it is reprehensible to cut and paste). But I did it here b/c there is no way I could have possibly said this any better. I’m not...
Aug 15, 2008

political ads - hate 'em or love 'em?
Political Ads…  Does anyone actually watch them and go “Yeah! That’s what I’m talkin’ about! How true!”.  Seriously?   Before I start...
Aug 14, 2008

repost: legal vs illegal
THIS IS AN OLD BLOG I did a while back.  But some on here just doesn't understand and keep making the same comments that "there is no legal way to become a citizen".  As...
Aug 13, 2008

oh the cravings!!!
Ok.. this week has been a challenge. I think I went back to work too soon after surgery.  hindsight is always 20/20 eh? For specific reasons I stay on an interesting diet. Considering how...
Aug 8, 2008

something i'm sick of....
OK... you know what. People need to get a grip. First off Every single race has racist ignorant people in it who we all consider an embarassment to our race. The MAJORITY of white people...
Aug 7, 2008

i owe an apology to someone
I can't find the blog that the comments were in, but in a thread within the last few days I made a comment that Americans were not stupid.  Someone counteracted me and stated that actually by far,...
Aug 6, 2008

it's party time!
Mexican-born killter put to death in Texas   It's party time!  One more demon scum...
Aug 6, 2008

this is beyond disgusting...
Lawyers for Mexican says Execution violates treaty So he's a big bad gang member. Scary! Be afraid...
Aug 5, 2008

9 charged in death of disabled teen
Original Story Here ".... District Attorney Lynne Abraham said any of the nine could have...
Aug 1, 2008

tidbit's back.. but not really
Gallbladder removed ;o( They made me stay overnight since I had sleep apnea, they wanted to monitor me. Turned out not to have an issue with that (other than not being able to sleep since they...
Jul 29, 2008

europe has an economics lesson for obama
I thought this was a very well written opinion piece out of the Wall Street Journal.  Pretty much dead on of things I have been saying all together. YOU CAN'T Tax Corporations to Death then...
Jul 25, 2008

censorship at it's best!!!! rock on!
Someone made my day today! I was having a bad day - in a lot of pain. Can't take the pain meds at work, so just working through it. Someone posts a blog asking for explanations and information....
Jul 24, 2008

and we wonder what's wrong with america???
In discussing the Federal Minimum Wage Tax increase:  "It will help out a little," said Jasper, who with his fiancee support a family of seven, and who earns the minimum plus commissions...
Jul 23, 2008

repost: calling all joss whedon fans!
calling all joss whedon fans!   Dr. Horrible's Single A Long Blog CALLING ALL JOSS WHEDON FANS! You...
Jul 19, 2008

fear mongering
So in a previous blog I was challenged by Jerry-75 with the following statement:  "Not to be too argumentative, but I think that repubs do hold the marketing on fear mongering. PRove...
Jul 18, 2008

the tidbit.......
I'm 5'9 brown hair Brown eyes (really dark almost black when I'm angry) and yes it's because I'm full of s... super happily married to the most wonderful, patient, sexy, intellegent...
Jul 17, 2008

the real me
I'm the sister.... everyone says I look like my brother..   You'll have to excuse me, I went to the salon and asked for a lip and eyebrow wax..  I think they tried to take my whole...
Jul 17, 2008

global warming policy costs
I heard this interview earlier today. Found the transcripts. Thought it was VERY interesting to those of you who are VERY upset about the cost of gas BUT want alternatives anyway.  Knowing...
Jul 11, 2008

foreclosure rescue to pass senate; house next
By JULIE HIRSCHFELD DAVIS Associated Press Writer Posted: Today at 4:31 a.m. Updated: 13 minutes ago WASHINGTON — Struggling homeowners who can't afford their...
Jul 11, 2008

speaking of mis-speaking
LOL and look who else is having problems with misspeaking!  McCain criticizes adviser's ‘whiners’ remark...
Jul 10, 2008

you can't make up stuff this good!
ROFL I almost peed myself when I heard about this: "Unaware that his microphone was on during a break for a Fox News program last Sunday, Jackson used a slang reference to wanting to cut...
Jul 10, 2008

cost of txt messaging going up
"The Rising Cost of Texting"The rising cost of textingBy Marguerite Reardon, CNET News.com If...
Jul 9, 2008

yet another shining example ....
.... of a Politician who DOESN'T LISTEN to the PEOPLE of this country: In a speech today:  For eight long years, we've had a president who made all kinds of promises to Latinos...
Jul 8, 2008

what's good for the goose??
Wittig Fired for Travel Mary Easley's Travel...
Jul 3, 2008

indonesian shrimp dish
LOL Ok yeah - first off - the image IS NOT the dinner LOL I just wanted to look at shrimp - I love shrimp Second, I don't know where my friend got this but she made it for me once, and I've been...
Jul 2, 2008

raleigh taking advantage of eminent domain
http://www.wral.com/news/local/story/3135345/ I read this story, and while I might not have gotten out of it what I was suppose to...  here...
Jul 2, 2008

help educate the tidbit
Ok, so I've been mulling something around in my mind that is bothering me and I'm going to go ahead and break down and admit ignorance. The Constitution of the United States does not give the...
Jul 2, 2008

anyone ever felt like this?
Bones’ “live forever?” post got me going again on something that has been really nagging at the back of my mind for a while. I’m very curious to know if I’m the only one...
Jun 30, 2008

cat nap revisited
I'm tired... it's friday and it's been a long week.....
Jun 27, 2008

well that was lame
So I'm a little disappointed. I'm just getting back from a meeting, so I couldn't say anything earlier about how fast my cute kitten dissapeared. Considering all the pictures I see on Fridays...
Jun 26, 2008

illegal immigration isn't green
Something I am honestly confused about. I am not going to go into lines about hypocrisy or any of that mess. This is truly something I am trying to wrap my head around and understand.   Illegal...
Jun 24, 2008

it friday! want some resturant discounts?
I enjoy eating out, but it is only a rare ocassion for me. Perhaps once a month. But a friend showed me something I'd thought I'd share for those of you who don't know about it. ZSpotlight.com They...
Jun 20, 2008

legal vs illegal
When discussing immigration there are two arguments I see from people who are ok with illegal aliens being in our country.  This blog is going to be a little lengthy, for that I apologize, but...
Jun 20, 2008

repost: raleigh immigration rally today
JUST AN FYI:  Raleigh Immigration Event on June 18th Immigration Reformers and Concerned Citizens, Join Immigration Reform and Enforcement Groups for a Historic Rally...
Jun 18, 2008

raleigh immigration rally - june 18th
JUST AN FYI:  Raleigh Immigration Event on June 18th Immigration Reformers and Concerned Citizens, Join Immigration Reform and Enforcement Groups for a Historic Rally...
Jun 17, 2008

stimulus check notification statement concern....
So most everyone has gotten their stimulus check? There are those of us who didn't. Even though we were told that if we have to pay taxes - go ahead and fill out the direct deposit form on the...
Jun 16, 2008

new group - re post from this weekend
Follow the bouncing ball...... Ok no, seriously, I have started a new group on something I truly enjoy - MOVIES! Everyone is welcome.  You can see the original post HERE If...
Jun 16, 2008

new group - mad about movies
Movie buffs - this is for all of you. I've put together a movie group called "Mad about Movies" I love movies - ALL Kinds...
Jun 15, 2008

politicians really just don't get it..
From Questions to Gov Easley: Would you consider looking into how the "average" person makes it day to day? With aging parents to take care of, children to raise, bills to pay,...
Jun 11, 2008

"big evil oil and congress"
***WARNING: TIDBIT IS FEELING PARTICULARLY SARCASTIC AND CHALLENGING TONIGHT - READ AT YOUR OWN RISK********  EASILY OFFENDED _ PLEASE READ NO FURTHER AND CLOSE THE BLOG  I...
Jun 10, 2008

easley - lottery - education
Taken from 10 Questions asked of Gov Easley : Gov. Easley, do you think pushing for a lottery in N.C. has been worth the trouble...
Jun 10, 2008

voodoo beer shrimp
VooDoo Beer Shrimp  (goes well with Crab Stuffed Tomatoes <-- link to recipe) Ingredients: 1 Tbsp. fennel seeds 1...
Jun 6, 2008

crab stuffed tomatoes
WOW It is hot outside! I was going walk outside to take a break from work for a bit, but ended up doing it inside! So it's made me think of something cold - When it gets hot like this, I prefer...
Jun 6, 2008

so what we've proven today...
So what we've proven today, in a "get your boots on, it's gonna get deep" sort of way, is that neither of the President candidates are worthy of the Presidency by any standard or stretch of...
Jun 5, 2008

the best gas/ energy article i've read yet....
THIS article is the best article I've read yet ....  talk straight forward. ...
Jun 5, 2008

angels on horseback (oyster appetizer)
Here is a recipe I got off Emeril – BAM! But with the help of a friend, and learning seasonings (which I’m bad at) we changed it up some. Plus, I don’t like fried food, which Emeril’s...
Jun 5, 2008

looking for a specific marinade
In chatting some with Bones, she reminded me of something I've been looking for, for almost 2 years now. I've hunted the internet up and down, chatted with chefs, etc. I'm looking for a marinade...
Jun 4, 2008

crab dip - cajun style
For Mrkagain! I've never been a dip sort of person (yeah there's a couple of jokes in that statement)  so I had to make a call to get this one.  Hope you enjoy Mrkagain! I was...
Jun 4, 2008

crabby patties!!!
Aha! No, this is not another crab cake recipe. This is something a little different. Perfect for snacks or appetizers.  I can't remember where in the world I got this recipe. I have had it on an...
Jun 3, 2008

ginger's fish casserole
Forgot my seafood recipe today!!!!! Here's a SUPER fast easy (my favorite) recipe. Take about 35 min total. Serves 2 4 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided 1 medium onion,...
Jun 2, 2008

clinton wins puerto rico
OK...  I have a question. I'm not being stupid, but how does Puerto Rico impact our national election.  I know it is a "commonwealth in association with the US".  But I did...
Jun 2, 2008

raleigh / wake county citizens- we need your help!
SPEAK UP! BE SEEN! BE HEARD!   PROPERTY REVALUATIONS, AND NOW THIS……   Wake County is poised to raise...
Jun 2, 2008

this gives "going for a ride" a whole new meaning!
Have a really fun weekend and  since it is suppose to rain and storm...  perfect time to cuddle if you can, relax, and slow down the pace a little.. Lord knows life sometimes is...
May 30, 2008

tilapia recipe
In the spirit of yesterday's Seafood post, someone asked me if I had the recipes for some of the things I had mentioned I liked. While I don't, because I got them in resturaunts, I do have some...
May 30, 2008

conservatives are mean!
Yesterday, in what I thought was a good/ interesting blog regarding Christianity and Political beliefs, I noticed a “theme” of opinions I felt were very interesting. It’s not something...
May 30, 2008

seafood!
Ok so the previous blog about fast food actually got me thinking... now I'm hungry!!!! I have a very serious restrictive diet. I can't eat anything with a lot of fat or any refined sugar or I...
May 29, 2008

help! elcid89! where are you?
Help Elcid89!!  I've been looking - not for that long actually and I'm about to head to the library to look some more, but I'm wondering if you could point me in the right direction of where to...
May 27, 2008

the "other" story
So, in lieu of a specific blog this morning, it got me thinking... I've seen many blogs on here were people are bashing fat people. "How disgusting fat people are", "how pathetic...
May 27, 2008

anyone in golo land own a calibur?
So I've been looking to buy a Dodge Calibur.  I'm planning on buying a car at the end of the month and trade in my 12 year old Cavalier.  I had it down to 3 cars.  I was lucky enough...
May 20, 2008

madder than a.. i don't know what....
I'd love to know if anyone else has had this experience.... I absolutely cannot stand my primary care doctor. Not her - but her assistance and her office. I've lost all confidence there so I moved....
May 15, 2008

tomorrow is friday!!!
WOOT! Tomorrow is Friday!  I don't know what, but my Hubby has something up his sleeve. Monday is my birthday and he mentioned this morning that he can't wait for this weekend because it...
May 15, 2008

jobs american's won't do????
Every time I see an “illegal alien” blog, ultimately, without fail, there is someone who says “They are only taking jobs American’s won’t do.”.   I find...
May 15, 2008

wake still open to sales tax increase
Wake Still Open to Sales Tax Increase You know. I know I may be in the minority...
May 14, 2008

so what is your idea?
Ok, so I think we ahave all beat a dead horse even more and I think everyone knows what everyone's opinion is of the gas prices. I also know that I'm in a very clear super minority since I am...
May 13, 2008

tidbit's welfare reform
Here is my plan/suggestion to rework state welfare: Anyone on current public assistance - i.e. welfare, who is not proven to be disabled (exam at the health department by an actual dr), will be...
May 9, 2008

caption this
Uhmmm......
May 8, 2008

it's almost friday!!!!
So I'm telecommuting tomorrow. Lord knows if it is a rainy day like today there is the potential for that image being me. FRIDAY FRIDAY .. COME ON FRIDAY.  
May 8, 2008

what is the weirdest thing you have ever eaten?
OK, I have a friend who is Vietnamese. Some of the things he likes to eat can't even be sold here in the country. We love to joke around with him about the ants or the processed cow blatter... ...
May 8, 2008

here we go again.....
Housing aid bills face veto from President Bush Well I have to say this is about the first thing I've seen that I...
May 8, 2008

happy hump day
Hope everyone has a good Wednesday. I don't know about you but I'm exhausted. Between the never ending parade of politician calls (yesterday there were 7 messages on my machine) and people knocking...
May 7, 2008

my thoughts on today's primaries
Nuff said
May 6, 2008

what am i missing? how can obama have won?
How could Obama have already been announced as the winner?? MSN and WRAL are saying he's the winner. When I left the polling station by my house at 6:45 it was 300+ people deep still waiting and there...
May 6, 2008

allow me to have a stupid moment
So in the Wral article: Early Voters Turn out Big for Democrats It was stated:   RALEIGH, N.C. —...
May 5, 2008

tidbit's weekend adventure with an obama supporter
So Sunday, I'm super busy trying to cook a million things. I like to pre-prep stuff for my breakfast and lunch during the week (lets me sleep later), plus have a shin-dig at work had to cook for......
May 5, 2008

child tax credit beef
Tell you what I think is a HUGE jip!  My daughter is 18. she lives at home - graduating this year and we're paying for college. I.E We completely support her. 1) we no longer get a tax credit...
May 2, 2008

free health care really free?
healthcare would be free. (we are the only nation where it isn't free, so it does work.)-bluedvl I was really amazed at this comment. I hear it every day, from the people at work,...
May 1, 2008

dead dog beach
With all the hub-bub going on in the news lately on animal abuse - as recently as the officer training video, I thought I would share with some of you who are animal lovers, like me, one of the the...
Apr 30, 2008

a simple guide to reading those political report cards
A friend sent me this article...  A simple guide...
Apr 29, 2008

could use some advice...
I could really use some advice from anyone who may have more experience than me in this arena - which won't be hard because I'm 100% clueless in this. I have decided to buy my daughter a digital...
Apr 28, 2008

never understood blocking anyone until now
You know, I never haver ever believed in blocking anyone. I thought it was wrong. But I stand corrected. I finally had to break down and do it. Why, I'm an adult. I will not tolerate being called...
Apr 25, 2008

little red monkey! weeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee
Look at the Monkey - Funny Monkey OK.. it is almost Friday. Clearly it doesn't take much to...
Apr 24, 2008

rabbit season! duck season!
Now an ice age? WTF Ok seriously...  It's like watching a tennis match. When I was in high school (1985-1989)...
Apr 23, 2008

elcid and steve got me thinking...
This is totaly unrelated to the medical issue - but it started me thinking onto another path. Freedoms - This great nation of ours was built on the ideas of freedom. Anyone who knows their...
Apr 20, 2008

need a special bakery in raleigh or cary
Ok I need some help. My husband is really upset that he cannot get me a Birthday Cake for my birthday.  Honestly, I could care less. The problem is that I cannot have any refined sugar,...
Apr 18, 2008

question on the media
Ok, I have a serious question. Why is it everytime a liberal minded person refers to a conservative minded person in asking where they get their "sources" - before a person can answer...
Apr 17, 2008

if your tired of reading about the war - don't read
Something I have been thinking about lately that bothers me.... Everyone is so hot to "get the military out of Iraq"... "Get them out NOW" "Bring our boys home!" You...
Apr 15, 2008

the saddest thing i had to teach my daughter
SO what is the saddest thing I've had to teach my daughter? How to get ahead at work and be the best.  I'm sure you are thinking HUH?  Well see, here...
Apr 15, 2008

crime and poverty
Everyday, all day (Just look at the pages of WRAL now) what is it we see articles on the most?  Crime.. crime.. crime. Someone killed someone else, someone killed their spouce/ children then themseleves,...
Apr 15, 2008

driver's licences for illegals
I'm taking this little "match making" thing that Wral put out for the local govenor's race.  So many candidates! I was happy to see that across the board there was only 1... just...
Apr 10, 2008

tell it to the hand!
SO I got shut down last night... by my 8 year old nephew. He called me last night with a question: "Aunt Jenny, How come Canadians (honesly he didn't say canadians - it was cadiens) and...
Apr 10, 2008

gas/ mpgs/ hybrids
So I did a lot of research last night because something was really bothering me. I kept asking myself: Why is it that other countries have vehicles that get 65, 70, even 80 MPGs and yet we can...
Apr 9, 2008

my comments on the olympic protests and darfur
Something has been really bothering me since Stephen Speilburg went back on his commentment for the piece he had been commisioned by China to work on for The Olympics.  He had a right, so be it.. But...
Apr 9, 2008

taxes, taxes, taxes....
Possibility of increasing Wake Co Property Taxes by 20% I have to say, this is rediculous. BEYOND rediculous. Especially...
Apr 8, 2008

serious question on religion and politics
This is a real, serious question. I would like a civil discussion please. No name calling, no back biting. I'm asking this, because I want REAL input to clear - possibly my own confustion or...
Mar 27, 2008

creepy? or cool?
Electronic tattoo display runs on blood  Jim Mielke's wireless blood-fueled display is a true merging of technology...
Mar 26, 2008

and yet again, to me, more proof of how universal health care will hurt not help america
For me, this is just more evidence that Universal Health care is exactly where WE should not go.  MSN Article: New Warnings About Entitlement Shortfalls If...
Mar 25, 2008

universal health care? help me understand (with facts)
Currently there is a large belief being held by the US population that somehow we need government health care intervention. Apparently we need Universal Health Care (called socialized health care by...
Mar 25, 2008

just when i thought americans could be more narrow minded and shallow.. they prove me wrong
Of course, one of the people interviewed in this article are from California.. so there is a "Well duh" it figures someone from Cali could be this shallow. But the fact that a media outlet...
Mar 21, 2008

no shirt, no english, no service!
I'm actually happy that things went in this owner's favor. I never thought this was racist or descrimintarory. Geno's Steaks in Philly  It...
Mar 20, 2008

raleigh city water bills
FYI - I just received a bill for my property - only to open it and find that it is not NOT my property or my name  or my account # either.  However it was "addressed" to me....
Mar 18, 2008

want a peep show?
Thought I'd give you a little peep show for this Saturday afternoon
Mar 15, 2008

stupid newbie question
Ok, can I ask a stupid newbie question?  the images we put on our blogs. Can other people change them? Or is a moderator doing it? Just wondering. there have been a couple of times, the images...
Mar 14, 2008

knot knot joke
Three strings walk into a bar. The bartender throws them out, yelling "Can't you read the sign?! I don't serve strings." The strings try again, and again the bartender kicks them out....
Mar 14, 2008

should government get paid?
I've been doing some thinking.. most likely too much (it's a dangerous job but someone has to do it) I've been thinking that Federal government positions such as Congress and POTUS should be non-paid...
Mar 13, 2008

since we are all letting out steam!!!
I took a long lunch last week (really need a break away from work). I went to see a movie. The parking lot was empty save a few cars, predominantely employees.  I always park as far away from stores,...
Mar 13, 2008

racism and politics
FIRST - I've never deleted anyone's comments on a blog before that posted on my topics. BUT BE WARNED I WILL TODAY: I will not tolerate hate spew on this topic.  If you need to spew your swill...
Mar 13, 2008

conservative enlightenment
Recently this morning I read a lengthy but well written blog. However, as always there has to be someone who has to be demeaning and point fingers to conservatives as all being incomeptant, illiterate,...
Mar 10, 2008

current wral poll
Currently there is a poll on WRAL to ask "How would you like to pay for Road Construction and Maintenance?" You know - they are seriously missing a very important answer in their list...
Mar 9, 2008

entertainment vs. politics
China Stricter After Bjork's Tibet Chant This article above is so much like many things I've been seeing (or really noticing more as I get older?). I'm...
Mar 7, 2008

conservative non republican?
So, I have been recently challenged by being told it is IMPOSSIBLE for me to be conservative because I have 1 view point that does not fall into the standard conservative beliefs.  I was told it...
Feb 19, 2008

friday blues
I'm sitting here at my desk and I absolutely cannot focus. I'm not really in any mood. Though there is some residual from yesterday (not good).  But I'm an IT analyst LOL My job is all about...
Feb 15, 2008

hurricanes fans: stillman/ commodore traded
http://hurricanes.nhl.com/team/app/?service=page&page=NewsPage&articleid=353098 ACK! I'm...
Feb 11, 2008

tired of politics? (then don't read) lol
So, I'm sitting in my cube at work and I over hear a conversation across the way.  Mind you, my bottom line politics are this "I don't give a flip what you do inside your home - just stay...
Feb 6, 2008

i'm fed up with foreclosure nonsense
RUN! OMG  WE'RE ALL DOOMED! OMG OMG OMG HELP ME GOVERNMENT! I'm so sick of the foreclosure issue and the huge deal that media and lawmakers are making this out to be. Bottom line - it's not...
Feb 5, 2008

a good article from slate
This is such a good article. I don't normally like Slate. I find it to be very biased - mostly left leaning biases. This also has some slant, to the right. It really depends on who writes the article. ...
Jan 28, 2008

sick and tired of raleigh officials....
OK... I'm sick of hearing about rail system for public transportation.  Now we've got a story that's all OH OHOH Look Look Look -Charlotte shoved it down it's taxpayers throats and it's working!!!!.  ...
Jan 26, 2008

famous quotes - i'm bored
"If you don't read the newspaper you are uninformed, if you do read the newspaper you are misinformed." Mark Twain I contend that for a nation to try to tax itself...
Jan 25, 2008

can someone help me understand
Ok. I'm not being sarcastic and I'm not trying to start something. But can someone really help me understand this?  "To address the mortgage crisis, the package also raises the limits...
Jan 24, 2008

in one woman's opinion...
I'm not as elegant in my writing as many I have seen here, but please bare with me. Something has been bothering me for far too long and I generally don't talk about it much except to my closest...
Jan 24, 2008