New hobby anyone?

Song Stuck on the Brain: You'll Always be My Baby by Mariah Carey/David Cook (love a hometown boy!)

So what's new with me? Nothing. I'm still reworking my ms Dysfunction Junction to resubmit to The Agent. I'm waiting on pins and needles for my critiques of Burning Justice from the Daphne contest and I'm conducting an interview Thursday for research on my next Work in Progress, Perilous Truth.

I did hear from an old critique partner today. Judith Mamay is published! You go, Girl! Her book, Knowing Joseph, is being released by Blooming Tree Press in hardback and is available for pre-order at BarnesandNoble.com and Amazon.com. I'm so proud to say I knew her when. I wish you all the success in the world, Judith!

Ah, I wish I had more exciting news than this, but sadly, I don't. I must make more of an effort to be exciting. :) It must be time to learn a new hobby. I'm not sure what it would be or when I would find time to do it, but I'm sure that it's time. I would like to learn to shoot. As in guns? I've always wanted to have Dad take me out to the firing range and teach me, but somehow we never got around to it and now he's not able. I think it would be fun, plus it would be fantastic research for my writing. I think it would be especially helpful in this current WIP. Off the top of my head, I'm drawing a blank on other ideas. I'll have to think about it.

Anyone have any ideas?
A.


P.S. Just for Fun...

My Peculiar Aristocratic Title is: Milady the Most Honourable April the Gnomic of Lower Beanthrop in the Hedge Get your Peculiar Aristocratic Title

Lyrically Endowed

Song Stuck on the Brain: The Birdie Song (Good Morning Song)

Way up in the sky, The little birds fly.
While down in the nest, The little birds rest.
With a wing on the left, And a wing on the right.
The little birds sleep, All through the night..
Sshhhhhhh! They’re sleeping!!
When the bright sun comes up, The dew falls away.
Good morning, good morning, The little birds say.

I open my eyes, I get out of bed,

I open my window and SMASH THAT BIRDS HEAD!

That last little verse is so demented. Some guy at junior high camp taught it to me and now I can't sing the song without adding it. The nieces and nephews like it too. It's their favorite part of the action song. They get to pound their fists on the last line.

Angel and I have a talent for spouting song lyrics at the drop of a hat - or word. (Some call it annoying, but really, it's much more a gift.) On a good day, when we're on a roll, we can sing a phrase for pretty much any sentence we hear. My oldest nephew is particularly frustrated by this. Especially when we pop up with the songs in unison. It interrupts his train of thought, and in stereo to boot.

We have kind of freaky twin like ESP thing, even though we're 11 years apart. It's uncanny how often we start singing outloud the song that the other has running through their head. Or finish each others thoughts - or just say them out loud together.

Anyway, when I saw this 44 Union cartoon, it made me think of Angel and I's wonder twin powers and I had to share it.

It's finally Friday (oh wait, I'll sing that too.) I'm so glad to see the weekend here. Have fun, ya'll.

A.

P.S. Don't forget to enter to win Michael Barrett's CD, You Alone Are Worthy. Click the cd cover on the right to email your entries. This contest ends August 15, 2007.

Tuesday Backtrack

I owe you all a post for Tuesday, I got sidetracked and never posted. SO, take a little trip in my time machine and I'll jump back a day.

Phew! Now I'm dizzy. :)

Song Stuck on the Brain: Don't Fall In Love With a Dreamer by Kenny Rogers



Did you all see the article on Yahoo! about the strange symbol found in a 175 year old brick warehouse in Manhattan? They have all kinds of people studying it, but they can't quite figure out what the symbol signifies.

I think I have a pretty good guess, but what do you all think?

Look closely now....

Yep. It's a Go'auld mothership landing.

I think the SG-1 crew used the Ancient's time traveling puddle jumper to go back and leave us clues. You know the stargate wasn't uncovered until the 1920's, but think how things could have been if they'd had a head start on solving the puzzle?

Smile... Tuesday's coming

Song Stuck on the Brain: Wind it Up by Gwen Stefani

It's Monday... in every way. So to lighten the mood and put a smile on your face, here are a few funnies to tickle your funny bone.




This one just made me think of my dad and brother. They were always giving wet willies.




This one's just priceless. My niece used to complain about wearing underware when she was about 4. She claimed they gave her "tommy wedgies" (Atomic wedgies... the ultimate in wedgihood.)




Sure does feel that way, doesn't it?


I can completely sympathize here. I miss Heroes too. Not sure I'd resort to costumes, but when season 1 hits DVD, you can guarantee I'll be first in line to re-watch it straight through. Got to be prepared for season 2's premier.

Smile, Tuesday will be here soon.
A.

A little humor to brighten your day

Just for fun...





Yeah... That's it. I've got lots of me to go around. :)



I've been tempted to do this a few times myself. :)

Tag! You're It!

I was tagged by Carolyn at Book Worm ! Thanks for visiting and inviting me to play. :)


THE RULES:



- Post your responses.
-Tag anywhere from 1-5 friends.
-Leave comments to let them know they've been tagged.
-Go back to the person who tagged you and leave a comment when your post is up.

THE GAME:

Next 5 books on your to-be-read shelf:



Oh my goodness, there are so many in my TBR stack, it's ridiculous. But here are the top picks.

Gone with the Groom by Janice A. Thompson

Mistmantle Chronicles, The: Urchin and the Heartstone by M.I. McAllister

Distant Echoes: An Aloha Reef Novel by Colleen Coble

The Marriage Spell by Mary Jo Putney

Inferno by Karen Harper

Last 4 books you've read:



Never Ceese by Sue Dent

Petticoat Ranch by Mary Connealy

Sisters Grimm: Once Upon a Crime by Michael Buckley

Primal Heat by Susan Sizemore





Last 3 books you've borrowed (library or friend):


I know this is really sad, but I seldom borrow books. I just buy the ones I want. I think the last book I borrowed was :

Buzzards Roost by Megan Day.

Before that, not sure.


Last 2 non-fiction books you've read:



The Success Principles by Jack Canfield (currently reading)

Love Smart: Find the one you want, fix the one you've got by Dr. Phil McGraw

The 1 book you wish everyone would read:


Other than the Scriptures?



The Five Love Languages by Dr. Gary Chapman - EXCELLENT book for EVERYONE

WHO's BEEN TAGGED:


Melanie at Melanie Writes Blog

Pam at Pammer's Ramblins' Blog

Amy at Spoonful of Sugar Blog

Jamie at Surviving the Chaos Blog

I'd love to see what you're reading, so feel free to leave your own lists in the comments section or link back so I can see them on your blog.


Let the game begin, er continue...

A.

Just for Fun:

They totally nailed me!

You Are 29 Years Old

Under 12: You are a kid at heart. You still have an optimistic life view - and you look at the world with awe. 13-19: You are a teenager at heart. You question authority and are still trying to find your place in this world. 20-29: You are a twentysomething at heart. You feel excited about what's to come... love, work, and new experiences. 30-39: You are a thirtysomething at heart. You've had a taste of success and true love, but you want more! 40+: You are a mature adult. You've been through most of the ups and downs of life already. Now you get to sit back and relax.

What Age Do You Act?

Time flies...

Song Stuck on the Brain: It's a Small World After All...

Aack! The three day weekend just flew by on the gossamer and fleeting wings of time. I spent a good portion of it re-watching 4400 episodes to prepare for the season 4 premier on USA on June 17th. Season 1 and part of Season 2 are already watched. Man, I LOVE that show. It gets better every time I watch it.

I also managed to squeeze in some critiques for my writing buddies and post a new chap of my own. That wasn't so easy since I managed to sleep weird on my left shoulder and dislocated 3 ribs and my rotator cuff. It HURT! Made my arm darn near unusable, but like an idiot, I kept hoping it would just go away on its own. It didn't and the chiropracter was closed until this morning, so I had 5 days of this abominable pain. Now I'm adjusted but still VERY sore. Desk sitting and typing doesn't help much. However, I couldn't leave you without posting something since I've been a little lax lately.

Here are a few of the comics I've found very appropriate for my life lately. Enjoy!

A.

I think there is a strong possibility this cartoon is based on a person of authority that I know.

The mental image this inspired had me nearly rolling on the floor.

I would't know about the car prices in '64, but filling up my gas tank has become the bane of my existence. Travel plans are nil because gas now takes up more than 50% of our travel budget. Road tripping is now available only to oil tycoons and zillionaires.

This is so close to home it almost not funny. I think if they really made this product, my family would own stock in it. Actually, maybe we just need to get the toilet paper rolling so to speak and do it on our own.

This is EXACTLY how I feel about fishing. I can't eat them and I hate hurting them, so why even do it? I'd much rather have them in my aquarium swimming happily in circles.

A little fun for your weekend

Song Stuck on the Brain: I'm Not Who I Was by Brandon Heath. Just got his complete album and I had it on repeat all day long. Love it.

Just For Fun:

You Should Get An Asian Inspired Tattoo

Mysterious and expressive You like to show off, but you also like to keep some allure

What Tattoo Should You Get?

You are a Rocker Girl!

If you don't have musical talent, you've got a talent for picking out great CD's. Music rules your life - and you've got the best MP3 collection of anyone you know. Many guys find you intimidating, but a select few think you're the catch of a lifetime. Start hanging out in more used record stores, and you'll find love with a fellow rocker!

What Kind of Girl Are You?

Your Famous Movie Kiss is from Romeo + Juliet

"Has my heart loved 'till now? Forswear it, sight! For I never saw a true beauty 'till this night."

What Famous Movie Kiss Are You?

You Are Marcia Brady

Confident yet kind. Popular yet down to earth. You're a total dream girl. You've got the total package - no wonder everyone's a little jealous of you.

What Brady Are You?

Your Love Song Is

Sitting, Waiting, Wishing by Jack Johnson "Maybe you've been through this before But it's my first time so please ignore The next few lines cause they're directed at you I can't always be waiting, waiting on you I can't always be playing, playing your fool" You've been waiting for love, and you're not going to wait any longer!

What Love Song Are You?

Star Wars Horoscope for Sagittarius

You are superbly wise and have been known to spread your wisdom widely. You are impatient and pushy when people take your teachings too lightly. And your philosophical side always peeks through. Star wars character you are most like: Yoda

What Is Your Star Wars Horoscope?

Have a great 3 day!

A.

Turtle Power = Turtle Love

Song Stuck on the Brain: The Remedy by Jason Mraz


A writing buddy emailed me the following quiz for fun. I had to laugh when mine popped up. I watched the TMNT because of April the journalist. I thought it was so cool that this chick had my name. Up to that point, April was a rare name to hear. Still isn't super popular. Anyway, I wanted to be a writer too, so it was like seeing a future, fantasy me on TV. She even has red hair and mine's kind of red (at least it has been some shade of red for the last 11 years or so).


It's nice to know that when I die, the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles will miss me. :)

Cowabunga, Dude!
A.

'What will your obituary say?' at QuizGalaxy.com

Just for Fun

Song Stuck on the Brain: I Think I Love You by the Partridge Family

I'm so psyched over Stargate's return. Friday night was awesome, but now I can't hardly wait for NEXT Friday. So, to hold me over, I visited youtube.com for some clips. I found the TV spots for both series'. I love these. Mostly because....

With a little Stargate, Anything is possible...

John Shepherd from Atlantis

Sam Carter from SG-1

Teal'c from SG-1

Rodney McKay from Atlantis

Then, just for fun, I had to see what kind of Cheescake I am. This actually sounds really yummy.

You Are a Chocolate Mocha and Orange Cheesecake

Enthusiastic and intense, there's so much you love in the world... it's hard to do it all. You are good at getting things to mix - friends, flavors, hobbies. You're the master of fusion!

What Kind of Cheesecake Are You?

Fun Stuff for a Rainy Day

I was visiting Narnia Web to check on release dates and such for Prince Caspian when I found these quizzes. I thought they were fun and decided to pass on my results and the links so you can take them too.

The Narnia Quiz:


As Prince Rilian, you are brave, noble and intelligent, but easily misguided! Just make sure you don't go after any green women.

Take the quiz yourself here:
http://www.jamiefrost.co.uk/narniaquiz/quiz.php?lang=

The Harry Potter Quiz:




Loyal and brave, as Harry Potter you may be have a hot temper at times, but you have a warm heart and a thirst to help those in need.

Take the quiz yourself here:
http://www.theharrypotterquiz.com/quiz.php

The Lord of the Rings Quiz:

You are Gandalf. Known as Gandalf the Grey as a result of his long grey robes and hat, Gandalf was the wise and powerful wizard who initiated the quest to destroy the Ring. After travelling with the Fellowship for much of the way, he fell in battle in the Mines of Moria where he encountered a Balrog... or so it seemed!

Take the quiz yourself here:
http://www.matthewbarr.co.uk/lotr/

Apparently, when it comes to Lord of the Rings, I'm a little Schizophrenic. Different quiz, different results. I was kind of hoping for Arwen, but no such luck...

You are most like Frodo. You're very friendly, and you have a great personality. Although you like to have fun, you can also be pretty serious at times. It's pretty hard to get you mad, but once you're mad...everybody better look out! Keep that temper under control and realize that you're better off than you may think.

Take the quiz yourself here:

http://www.geocities.com/mydigitalview/lotr_person.html

Enjoy, and don't forget to tell me your results.

A.