The Newbie Tag

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I was tagged by The Introverted Book Nerd for The Newbie Tag since I’m fairly new to blogging. Everyone go and check out her blog because it’s just amazing and give her site a follow while you’re at it. Now let’s get on with The Newbie Tag.

       1. WHY DID YOU START THIS BLOG?

I started out my blog mostly because I thought it would be fun to do. I do book reviews and a little bit of everything on my site. But just started doing book reviews. I do read a lot though.

      2. WHAT ARE SOME FUN AND UNIQUE THINGS THAT YOU CAN BRING TO BOOK BLOGGING?

My take on book reviews. Just being myself.

      3. WHAT ARE YOU MOST EXCITED ABOUT THIS NEW BLOG?

Making friends in the blogging community. I enjoy blogging so making friends online would be great.

      4. WHY DO YOU LOVE TO READ?

Reading helps me wind down. I’m always interested to see if the book has a good plot.

       5. WHAT BOOK OR SERIES GOT YOU INTO READING?

Nancy Drew and the Hardy Boys books and the Narnia series. When I got older I read the Bible.

6.   WHAT QUESTIONS WOULD YOU ASK YOUR FAVORITE AUTHORS?

  • Where do you get your ideas
  • What inspires you

7. WHAT CHALLENGES DO YOU THINK STARTING WILL BE THE HARDEST TO OVERCOME?

I think the hardest will be the technical aspect of blogging.

8. WHEN DID YOU START READING?

When I was real young.

9. WHERE DO YOU READ?

In my bedroom mostly.

10. WHAT KIND OF BOOKS DO YOU LIKE TO READ?

I’m flexible. Meaning I’ll read a book just to see what it’s like with the exception of horror. I probably won’t read horror.

                 IF YOU ARE READING THIS AND YOU ARE A NEWBIE BOOK BLOGGER, THEN I TAG YOU!

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THE BLUE SKY AWARD AND THE LIEBSTER AWARD

 

I would like to thank Jerri Perri for nominating me for both of these awards. It is an honor to be nominated for them. Please feel free to visit this amazing blog. If you wish to visit Jerri Perri’s blog, you can Jerri Perri . I promise you won’t be disappointed.

RULES OR PROCESS OF THE AWARD:

 

  • Pay Regards To The Person Who Nominated You.
  • List 11 Facts About Yourself.
  • Nominate Other Bloggers.
  • Inform Them Of The Nomination.
  • Give answers To All The Questions You Are Asked.
  • Ask Your Nominees Some Questions.

Once again I want to thank Jerri Perri for nominating me.

11 Facts About Myself:

  1. I’m Female
  2. I have no kids
  3. I like animals especially cats and dogs.
  4. I like flowers
  5. My sign is Sagittarius
  6. I have 1 cat
  7. I like to read
  8. I’m a country girl and love it.
  9. I love to shop.
  10. I live in a small town.
  11. I dabble in writing poetry
  12. I met Maya Angelou

Ok, I did 12 facts instead of  11. Consider the 12th fact a bonus fact.

My Blog Nominees Are:

  1. Her Lost Mango
  2. thekitchensgarden
  3. Smoky Cat and Sally Dog
  4. Rabbit Girl Crafts
  5. Animals
  6. Books, dogs and cats
  7. Life with Dogs and Cats
  8. Smorgasbord- Variety is the spice of life
  9. Miss Talkaholic
  10. Questionable TortoiseCouture
  11. Purrseidon
  12. Boston Book Reader
  13. Book Allure
  14. No Dog About It Blog
  15. Red Letters
  16. FOR JESUS FIRST LOVED ME
  17. Crystal Clear
  18. Abby’s Apparel
  19. Piglove
  20. Daughter of a bookstore Owner
  21. Home, Hugs and Huskies
  22. BRIAN AND LILY
  23. The Joyful Soul
  24. Blog de companie
  25. CRYSTAL’S PHOTO-BLOGGING SITE
  26. The Joyful Soul Creates
  27. simple Ula

My Answers To Jerri’s Questions:

  1. Why are you a blogger? I’m a blogger because of curiosity.
  2. How much have you loved and is still willing to?  I like to think I have loved a lot but and I still have love to give.
  3. What do you think about world peace? Is it possible? How? World peace would be a wonderful thing. No I don’t think it’s possible on earth but I do think it’s possible in Heaven.
  4. Has anyone ever hurt you such that you can’t forgive him/her? What was the occasion? Yes. There was one person in my college years I couldn’t forgive for the longest time but I eventually did. That doesn’t mean I have forgotten though. As for the occasion, well I hope everyone understands but I’m just not ready to talk about it yet.
  5. Can you love unconditionally? I am really not sure.

My Questions To My Nominees:

  1. Why did you start blogging and Do you like blogging?
  2. Any advice you want to give to newbie bloggers?
  3. What was the happiest day of your life and Why?
  4. What’s your favorite type of music and Why?
  5. What’s your favorite television show?
  6. Have you watched a horror movie and if so What was the name of it?
  7. What’s your favorite animal?
  8. Do you give to any charitable organizations?
  9. Where Do You Want To Be 5 Years From Now?
  10. How Old Are You and What’s Your Job?

I could ask more questions but won’t.

Thanks Again To Jerri Perri For Nominating Me.

 

The Get To Know Me Tag

Hello Everyone,

I was recently nominated for The Get To Know Me Tag by CRYSTAL’S PHOTO-BLOGGING SITE . I wasn’t familiar with this award until I was nominated. If you want to check out this amazing blog please Click Here .

RULES FOR THE GET TO ME TAG:

  1. Each nominee must the person who nominated them and does credit the creator of the tag.
  2. Must post one of your childhood photos with your nickname.
  3. Must reveal 5 funniest experiences of your childhood life.
  4. Nominate 10 bloggers to do the award

Thanks to CRYSTAL’S PHOTO BLOGGING SITE for nominating me for this tag.

Below is my childhood picture. I am the kid on the right. As for my nickname, I had several but the most common nickname I got called was Crys.DSCN0291

My 5 funniest experiences were:

  1. My 2 sisters and I played in the snow then stuck our heads in the snow bank.
  2. Watching Texas Chainsaw Massacre at an all girls slumber party.
  3. Playing with the neighborhood boys.
  4. Coming home and being surprised with a trip to Niagara Falls.
  5. Having my mother as a teacher.

Finally I have to nominate 10 blogs.

My Nominees Are:

  1. DOODLINGPANDA
  2. Your Present Blessings
  3. The Recipe Hunter
  4. Pure Glory
  5. Q T C
  6. The Canadian Cats
  7. preppy_pink_piglet
  8. weggieboy’s blog
  9. Rabbit Girl Crafts
  10. Mad Cap Dog

Thanks Again to CRYSTAL’S PHOTO-BLOGGING SITE for nominating me for this tag.

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100 Question Tag

 

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Well hello everyone, Rose of A Sun On A Cloudy Day recently nominated everyone to do do this super fun tag.

   1.) What’s your favorite season? 

My favorite seasons are Spring and Summer. I like these seasons the best because it’s supposed to be warm and I get to go swimming. Although, I like December for a couple reasons. The Birth of Christ and my Birthday.

2.) Grab the nearest book to you, turn to page 18, and find line 4.

The nearest book is my diary. Am I going to share that-I don’t think so.

3.) Who was the last person you texted?

I don’t have a phone therefore I don’t text. I have never texted in my life. Still behind          with technology.

4.) Before starting this survey, what were you doing?

Eating Supper.

5.) What’s the last thing you watched on tv?

The News at 4 O’Clock (Eastern Time).

6.) Without looking, guess what time it is?

6:30 PM Eastern Time

7.) Now look at the clock-what time is it?

6:37 PM Eastern Time Yeah!

8.) With the exception of the computer, what can you hear?

The TV

10.) Do You Like Fish?

Not really. I only like certain fish.

11.) Mac or PC?

PC. I’m on it now.

12.) Do you remember your dreams?

Sometimes. My dreams are usually strange and/or weird. A lot of times, I wake                   up before the end so I don’t know how they end.

13.) When did you last laugh?

Each day I make sure I chuckle/laugh out loud or to myself so today would be                       my answer.

14.) Do you remember why/what at?

I agree with Rose. I think we’re talking about puppies…

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Credit: From Rose’s blog A Sun On A Cloudy Day

      15.) Have you ever been to Canada?

No that I know of although I was to Niagara Falls.

16.) Shoes, Socks or bare feet?

It depends. Usually in the Spring/Summer it is bare feet. Fall is when I start                           wearing socks and Winter I wear my slipper Socks.

17.) Do you wear perfume?

Occasionally.

18.) What is the last film you saw?

Good question. I can’t remember the last film I saw. I live over 20+ miles from                       the closest movie theater.

19.) If you could live anywhere in the world, where would you live?

Ireland.

20.) If you became a multi-millionaire overnight, what would you buy?

I would put the money in my bank account then wait a few days then                                     probably go from there but some of my money would go to charity.

22.) What’s your favorite band?

Don’t know.

23.) Have you had to have surgery?

Yes, different times☹☹

24.) Do you enjoy school?

When I was in school, I hated it. Mostly because I was picked on/ bullied all                           the time.😭😭

25.) What do you think of these questions so far?

I’m having fun with them.

26.) Are you a righty or lefty?

Righty

27.) Who made the last incoming call on your phone?

Not sure but I don’t think it was me since I don’t use the phone that much.

28.) What was the last thing you downloaded on your computer?

That’s easy. It was the 100 Question Tag Award.

29.) Last time you swam in a pool?

Last year on vacation☹☹

30.) Type of music you despise most?

Heavy Metal

31.) Are you listening to music right now?

Depends. Only listening to music now if the dings on Wheel-A-Fortune                                     count as music,

32.) What’s your favorite color?

I don’t just have one favorite color. I like pastel colors and a few other                                     colors.

33.) Is there anything you’re disappointed about?

Yes. I lost my job over 2 years ago when the store closed and can’t find a                                  full time job with benefits.

34.) What was the last thing you bought?

Rent.

35.) Sun or Rain?

Sun

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Credit: Rose’s Blog A Sun On A Cloudy Day

36.) Would you rather go bungee jumping?

Neither.

37.) What’s your zodiac sign?

Sagittarius

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38.) What’s your hair color?

Red.

39.) What quote do you live by?

Take one day at a time

40.) What’s your favorite zoo animal?

A Koala because they’re so cute and an elephant they’re not only                                     cute when they’re babies but they’re big and powerful and fun to ride.

 

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41.) Do you have any pets?

Yes. 1 cat.

42.) What color are your eyes?

Blue

43.) Do you wear any kind of jewelry 24/7?

Occasionally. Don’t wear jewelry to bed.

44.) Do you turn the water off when you brush your teeth.

Sometimes

45.) Do you know to change your car’s oil?

No. Then I don’t own or have a car.

46.) Do you have any phobias?

Snakes. I hate snakes. All Bees.

47.) What’s your lucky number?

Don’t have one but 19 is my favorite number.

48.) Have you ever eaten a crayon?

No, I don’t think so.

49.) Can you solve a rubix cube?

Yes. Solved it once that’s it.

50.) What are you listening to right now?

The TV

51.) Do you like unicorns?

Yes

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52.) Do you wear the hood on hoodies?

Sometimes

53.) Is the glass half empty or half full?

Half Full. Always be positive no matter what.

54.) What’s the farthest place you’ve been?

Not sure

55.) Do you untie your shoes when you take them off?

Sometimes

56.) What’s your favorite radio station?

Don’t Know

57.) Are you allergic to anything?

Yes. Percaset, Darvocet and Bees.

58.) Were you named after someone?

MoM. I got her middle name.

59.) Do you wear glasses/contacts?

Yes. Contacts mostly but every-now-and- then I wear glasses.

60.) Have you ever walked out of a movie theater before the                                                         film was over?

NO

61.) What’s your least favorite subject in school? 

I hated all of subjects but if I had to choose it would be                                                               Math .

62.) Put your itunes library on shuffle, what song comes up?

Don’t have itunes so no song comes up.

63.) Do you wear jeans or sweatpants more?

both equally

64.) Where in the world would you like to travel?

Ireland

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65.) Are you traveling anywhere anytime soon?

Yes. In October, I’m planning to go to Treasure Lake in                                                                  Dubois, PA

66.) Have you ever built an igloo?

Yes. My 2 sisters and I tried to make one when we were                                                                kids.

67.) Best thing at Starbucks?

Don’t know. I’ve never been to a Starbucks.

68.) Do you like watching scary movies?

NO

69.) What’s the best thing about school?

GRADUATION!!

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70.) What were you doing at midnight last night?

Sleeping

71.) What’s under your bed?

Whole bunch of different stuff.

72.) How do you really feel about what you’re doing now?

Good. I’m stuffed from supper.

73.) think fast, what do you like right now? 

Wings.

74.) Are you sarcastic?

Sometimes

75.) What time do you get up?

Depends on if I have stuff planned or not. Usually get up between 7:15 and 7:30                    (Eastern Time).

76.) What was the name of my first pet?

Been so long ago I don’t remember.

77.) What color are your sheets?

Different colors. Currently I have white sheets with different color kitties on it.

78.) How are you feeling right now?

Stuffed and Happy.

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79.) What was your favorite food as a child?

🍗🍗Wings🍗🍗

81.) Can you whistle?

Not very well

82.) Do you drink soda?

Don’t have soda in the house so NO.

83.) Have you read the harry potter series?

NO

84.) Can you drive a stick shift?

NO. Don’t Drive?

85.) What’s your favorite candle scent?

Hot Fudge Sundae

86.) Have your pants ever fallen down in public?

NO

87.) Do you sing in the shower?

No but I hum.

88.) Can you speak another language?

Not really. I do know some Spanish but I’m very limited. Can’t converse in Spanish.

89.) Can you close your eyes and raise your eyebrows?

NO

90.)Dogs or Cats?

Cats

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91.) Do you make wishes at 11:11?

Didn’t know there was such a thing.

92.) What’s your favorite type of chapstick?

The kind that’s on sale.

93.) Which came first-the chicken or the egg?

The chicken. Because without the chicken there wouldn’t be an egg.

94.) What are you reading now?

Don’t know because I just finished a book last night at 11:30 PM(Eastern Time).

95.) Can you touch your nose with your tongue?

NO!

96.) Can you walk in heels? 

No

There was a time I could but not anymore. I stopped wearing heels the day I was going to work and caught my heel in a crevice and fell over in the mud. Thankfully, my skirt outfit was the same color as the mud was so I didn’t even change clothes. Never wore heels again.

97.) How many rings before you answer the phone?

Depends. Have caller ID so I check that first.

98.) Any new and exciting things you’d like to share?

Been helping DAD get stuff put into his new shed. This shed will replace the old                    shed that got damaged when the Wild Cherry Tree came down on the old shed.

99.)What is the most important thing in life?

Following God and trying my best to do what He wants me to do.

100.) What inspires you?

The Bible, music, books, poetry, nature and so much more.

I had so much fun doing this 100 Question Tag even though it took forever. I hope you enjoyed doing this tag as much as I did.

I Nominate:

ANYONE who wants to do this tag.

Bye,

Crystal(daisymae2017)

 

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