Quiz + Scrappiness

Linda tagged me, so here goes...

7 random and weird things about me...any topic, any category...

1. I love to eat corn on the cob and have big plans to go to the Corn Fest this June... I also plan to run the race so that I can get a Tshirt and a corn on the cob dressed up in a cowboy hat ;)

2. I am extremely sore from running 14 miles in the last three days...it pretty much hurts to move...boy, am I going to miss my gym starting next week!

3. My guilty pleasures are McAlister's chocolate chip cookies, scrapbook time, Dr. Pepper, and those little Neopolitan candies that I buy at the grocery store (you know, from the machines where you stick in a quarter and get 3).

4. I am pretty much grossed out by meat (like steak, BBQ, ribs, etc.) and hate to cook it because I don't like to touch raw meet. It is not that I am against eating meat...it just is not very appealing to me. (I am always sad when we have BBQ for lunch at work!)

5. I have no earthly idea what the Lord has planned for us in the future, but whatever it is, I know it will be awesome!! I am just trying to let go of worry and fear, and let God rule in my life! Matthew 6:25

6. I absolutely love dance dance revolution. I got to do it at a CBS party a few months ago and LOVED IT!! I would totally buy it if I had something to play it on (we don't have a gamecube or a PS or anything like that). I wouldn't need a treadmill if I could get DDR! :) (It would take up a lot less space, too!)

7. I miss living in the corn (somehow tons of houses are not as cute as little corn stalks or empty fields). I miss driving by really friendly people (I wave at people in our neighborhood and they look at me like I am crazy). I miss being able to look out the window and seeing God's beautiful creation (there is something so peaceful about fields of God's creation!). I miss looking up at the sky at night and seeing gazillions of stars (all the lights of the city drown out the stars). I miss the creek (we have nothing like that wonderful creek around here). I miss the quietness and solitude you can only get out in the corn (especially on warm summer nights with fireflies flying around and the scent of the mimosa tree on the breeze). One thing I do not miss; however, is the 30+ minute drive to get anywhere.

I am tagging Vicki, Amanda, MAM, Riss,& Mel!

And I thought I would post a layout I made the other night full of Creative Imaginations goodies... I LOVE KAREN RUSSELL STUFF!! :)

Felt good to create a couple of pages and use some really fun products!!

Supplies used: Creative Imaginations paper, chipboard, stickers, and clip tabs (thanks, Julie!!), Paper Studio white cardstock, and Heidi Swapp chipboard alphabet in whisper blue.

I also thought I would share my design team tryout layout with my gals because I realized I had never posted it...love you girls! :)

In case you can't read the journaling, it says:

Sharing the journey with these girls over the last 9 years has been such a joy. The five of us - friends since high school - Dayne, Mel, Riss, MAM, & Lace. They are stress relief, encouragement, camaraderie, laughter, fun, godly examples. Separated by miles but connected by facebook. Always there for each other. Always excited to catch up. Don't know what I would do without these girls. Always happy to be together.

Supplies used: Cosmo Cricket "Storytime", Bazzill cardstock, Basic Grey chipboard block alphas, Deluxe Designs brackets, Making Memories Jumbo blossom, MM Strawberries & cream paint, Bo Bunny Bodacious brads Sweet & Sour, Color Box chalk charcoal, Doodlebug Design Sew Easy rub ons, Hero Arts stamp, Staz On Ink jet black, Swatch Books Narratives Impress-ons, CK Frayed computer font, Cutter bee curvy cutter (love that wonderful tool!).

BDQOTD: "Until you believe God's grace, you can't receive it. We must receive it by faith." 9/24/06

Quizzes Galore!!

What Lacey Means

L is for Loud A is for Ambitious C is for Cheeky E is for Energetic Y is for Yummy

Your 1950s Name is:

Glenda Priscilla

You Are a Boston Creme Donut

You have a tough exterior. No one wants to mess with you. But on the inside, you're a total pushover and completely soft. You're a traditionalist, and you don't change easily. You're likely to eat the same doughnut every morning, and pout if it's sold out.

Your Personality Profile

You are pure, moral, and adaptable. You tend to blend into your surroundings. Shy on the outside, you're outspoken to your friends. You believe that you live a virtuous life... And you tend to judge others with a harsh eye. As a result, people tend to crave your approval.

Your Personality Is

Guardian (SJ) You are sensible, down to earth, and goal oriented. Bottom line, you are good at playing by the rules. You tend to be dominant - and you are a natural leader. You are interested in rules and order. Morals are important to you. A hard worker, you give your all at whatever you do. You're very serious, and people often tell you to lighten up. In love, you tend to take things carefully and slowly. At work, you are suited to almost any career - but you excel in leadership positions. With others, you tend to be polite and formal. As far as looks go, you are traditionally attractive. You take good care of yourself. On weekends, you tend to like to do organized activities. In fact, you often organize them!

You Are 88% Happy

It's unlikely that you know anyone happier than you. You know how to be happy, no matter what life throws at you.

You Are 88% Pure

You're so innocent, it's almost like you're not human. Taking this test is probably the naughtiest thing you've done in a while!

Your Ideal Relationship is Marriage

You've dated enough to know what you want. And that's marriage - with the right person. You're serious about settling down some time soon. Even if you haven't met the person you want to get hitched to!

You Are 15 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.

You Are Midnight

You are more than a little eccentric, and you're apt to keep very unusual habits. Whether you're a nightowl, living in a commune, or taking a vow of silence - you like to experiment with your lifestyle. Expressing your individuality is important to you, and you often lie awake in bed thinking about the world and your place in it. You enjoy staying home, but that doesn't mean you're a hermit. You also appreciate quality time with family and close friends.

You Will Die at Age 82

Congratulations! You take good care of yourself. You're poised to live a long, healthy life.

Your Stress Level is: 51%

You are somewhat prone to stress, especially when life gets hard. When things are good, you resist stressing over little problems. But when things are difficult, you tend to freak out and find it hard to calm down.

Your Movie Buff Quotient: 24%

You're a very typical movie goer. You like movies, but you are by no means a movie buff. You've seen many of the biggest blockbusters, but you haven't really started digging in to the classics.

You Are 8% Nerdy

You are definitely not nerdy - in fact, you probably don't know any nerds. You probably care a little too much about your image. No one will know if you secretly watch Star Trek reruns!

You Are a Bow

You don't think of it as the holiday season - you think of it as the present season!

You Would Choose Love

Money may buy a little happiness, but not the happiness of true love. You rather have a true soulmate than a private jet. And while many people may claim they would choose love too... You're one of the few who would really do it.

You Are An ENFP

The Inspirer You love being around people, and you are deeply committed to your friends. You are also unconventional, irreverant, and unimpressed by authority and rules. Incredibly perceptive, you can usually sense if someone has hidden motives. You use lots of colorful language and expressions. You're qutie the storyteller! You would make an excellent entrepreneur, politician, or journalist.

You Are 43% Addicted to the Internet

You're somewhat addicted to the internet - but who isn't? You can keep it under check, and you're by no means a hermit.

You Are Cranberry Red

Peaceful and philosophical, you are almost always at harmony with the world. You're not very social, but you always enjoy a deep, complex conversation with a friend. It's possible that you've been disappointed a lot in your life, but you've gotten over those disappointments quickly. For you, each day is new and glorious. You wake up refreshed and happy, even when things aren't going your way.

You Are a Creative Gift Giver

Your gifts are one of a kind, special, and well chosen. Whether you've made it yourself or searched all over town... There's really no one who has more of a personal touch than you.

Gummy Bears

You may be smooshie and taste unnatural, but you're so darn cute.

You Are Very Mature

Even though you may not always feel like it, you're a full fledged adult. And while everyone should be as mature as you, most people aren't!

You've Experienced 44% of Life

You have a good deal of life experience, about as much as someone in their late 20s. You've seen and done enough to be quite wise, but you still have a lot of life to look forward to.

You Should Weigh 161

If you weigh less than this, you either have a fast metabolism or are about to gain weight. If you weigh more than this, you may be losing a few pounds soon!

(Uh oh!! Hope I have a fast metabolism!!!)

What Your Face Says

At first glance, people see you as down to earth and reliable. Overall, your true self is passionate and physical. With friends, you seem dramatic, lively, and quick to react. In love, you seem energetic - almost manic. In stressful situation, you seem like you're oblivious to the stress.

Your Dominant Intelligence is Interpersonal Intelligence

You shine in your ability to relate to and understand others. Good at seeing others' points of view, you get how people think and feel. You have an uncanny ability to sense true feelings, intentions, and motivations. A natural born leader, you are great at teaching and mediating conflict. You would make a good counselor, salesperson, politician, or business person.

You Are an Oatmeal Raisin Cookie On the surface, you're a little plain - but you have many subtle dimensions to your personality. Sometimes you're down to earth and crunchy. Other times, you're sweet and a little gooey.

You Are 23% Borderline

You're a little moody, but you probably don't have a borderline personality. Everyone has their ups and downs. Just don't make too much of them.

You Are Apple Pie

You're the perfect combo of comforting and traditional Those who like you crave security

Your Values Profile

Loyalty: You value loyalty highly. You're completely devoted to your friends and family. Even if they totally screw up, you're still there for them. Just make sure they're equally loyal to you! Honesty: You value honesty a fair amount. You're honest when you can be, but you aren't a stickler for it. If a little white lie will make a situation more comfortable, you'll go for it. In the end, you mostly care about "situational integrity." Generosity: You value generosity highly. So much so that you often put your own needs last. There's nothing wrong with having a caring heart... But you may want to rethink your "open wallet" policy. Humility: You value humility a fair amount. You tend to be an easy going, humble person. But occasionally your ego takes over. You have a slight competitive streak - and the need to be the best. Tolerance: You value tolerance a fair amount. You are open to new cultures, beliefs, and ideas. You have very few prejudices that you're aware of. And while you are tolerant, you do stand true to what you believe.

You Are 28% Obsessive

You tend to have a few obsessive thoughts, but you generally have them under control. Sometimes your worries keep you up at night, though they usually don't interfere with your life.

(I definitely thought I would be higher!!!)

Your Hidden Talent

You are both very knowledgeable and creative. You tend to be full of new ideas and potential - big potential. Ideas like yours could change the world, if you build them. As long as you don't stop working on your dreams, you'll get there.

You've Changed 48% in 10 Years

You've done a good job changing with the times, but deep down, you're still the same person. You're clothes, job, and friends may have changed some - but it hasn't changed you.

You Communicate With Your Ears

You love conversations, both as a listener and a talker. What people say is important to you, and you're often most affected by words, not actions. You love to hear complements from others. And when you're upset, you often talk to yourself. Music is very important to you. It's difficult to find you without your iPod.

You Are a Learning Cook

You've got the makings of an excellent cook, and the desire to be one. But right now, you're just lacking the experience. You couldn't be a top chef yet, but you could be an apprentice.

In 1983 (the year you were born)

Ronald Reagan is president of the US Sally Ride becomes the first American woman to travel in space Marines are killed when a TNT laden suicide terrorists blows up Marine headquarters at Beirut International Airport US Marines and Rangers invade the island of Grenada and evacuate hundreds of US citizens The Soviets shoot down Korean Airlines flight 007 The Internet Domain Name System was invented by Paul Mockapetris Ronald Wilson Reagan signs a bill creating Martin Luther King Day Baltimore Orioles win the World Series Washington Redskins win Superbowl XVII New York Islanders win the Stanley Cup Return of the Jedi is the top grossing film "Every Breath You Take" by The Police spends the most time at the top of US charts The A-Team and Webster premiere

You Are: 60% Dog, 40% Cat

You are a nice blend of cat and dog. You're playful but not too needy. And you're friendly but careful. And while you have your moody moments, you're too happy to stay upset for long.

What Your Sleeping Position Says

You have a passion for everything - including sleeping. Outgoing and brash, you tend to still shock those who know you well. You tend to be selfish. You are the most likely type to hog the covers. You gravitate toward comfort and don't like extreme situations.

The Candy Heart You Should Give Is:

To: Brad From: Lacey

Your 1996 Theme Song Is: Who Will Save Your Soul by Jewel

Who will save your soul when it comes to the flower Who will save your soul after all the lies that you told, boy Who will save your soul if you won't save your own?

You Have a Choleric Temperament

You are a person of great enthusiasm - easily excited by many things. Unsatisfied by the ordinary, you are reaching for an epic, extraordinary life. You want the best. The best life. The best love. The best reputation. You possess a sharp and keen intellect. Your mind is your primary weapon. Strong willed, nothing can keep you down. Your energy can break down any wall. You're an instantly passionate person - and this passion gives you an intoxicating power over others. At your worst, you are a narcissist. Full of yourself and even proud of your faults. Stubborn and opinionated, you know what you think is right. End of discussion. A bit of a misanthrope, you often see others as weak, ignorant, and inferior.

BVOTD: "Lord, who may dwell in your sanctuary? Who may live on your holy hill?" Psalm 15:1 NIV

I've Been Tagged...

By Vicki and Julie!

1. WHO WERE YOU NAMED AFTER? I am not sure if I know? Mom and dad were friends with some people who named their daughter Lacey but I think we are about the same age...mom, can you help me out? I know my name was going to "Christopher Allan" if I was a boy, though...does that count for something??
2. WHEN WAS THE LAST TIME YOU CRIED? I am not sure. I haven't cried in a while though I am very emotional.
3. DO YOU LIKE YOUR HANDWRITING? I like it more now then when I was younger. I am starting to use it more and more on my layouts. (The only drawback is that I write so fast that people can't read it.) I think handwriting says a lot about a person's personality...and I definitely love getting hand written cards over typed any day!
4. WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE LUNCH MEAT? Honey ham (thin sliced!)
5. DO YOU HAVE KIDS? Nope, not yet. (Unless my Bible study kids count...)
6. IF YOU WERE ANOTHER PERSON WOULD YOU BE FRIENDS WITH YOU? I think so...though I am crazy and a bit annoying at times.
7. DO YOU USE SARCASM A LOT? Usually...unless I am around people who don't understand my humor.
8. DO YOU STILL HAVE YOUR TONSILS? Yup. (AND my appendix!)
9. WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE CEREAL? Well, I would say "Marshmellow Mateys" (the Malt-o-Meal version of Lucky Charms) just because I loved the name but they changed the name :( I love Rice Krispies but not as a cereal...I love Rice Krispie treats and Mrs. B's Peanut Butter Balls...Smacks are good. And Cinnamon Toast Crunch!
10. DO YOU UNTIE YOUR SHOES WHEN YOU TAKE THEM OFF? Depends on how tight they are...and if they have ties :)
11. DO YOU THINK YOU ARE STRONG? Not really. I am getting more physically strong these days though.
12. WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE ICE CREAM? Blue Bell. (They are turning 100 this year!!!!! YAY!) I like Cinnamon!, Cookies and Cream, Neopolitan,and Mint Chocolate Chip.
13. WHAT IS THE FIRST THING YOU NOTICE ABOUT PEOPLE? Their mood (good answer, Julie) and their appearance (frumpy vs not so frumpy)
14. WHAT IS YOUR LEAST FAVORITE THING ABOUT YOURSELF? That my thighs are too big to find jeans easily (and even when I find some that fit in the legs, they are too big in the stomach!)...and that being a perfectionist makes me slow at most things...the flab on my under arms...zits...and my peg tooth!
15. WHO DO YOU MISS THE MOST? My grandma...and my good friends that I don't get to see very often.
16. DO YOU WANT EVERYONE TO SEND THIS BACK TO YOU? Of course! Why else would I tag them?
17. WHAT COLOR PANTS AND SHOES ARE YOU WEARING? Jeans (that fit in the legs but are too big in the waist I might add!) with my new Adidas shoes that mom and dad gave me for Christmas :)
18. WHAT WAS THE LAST THING YOU ATE? Golden Chick (YUMMY rolls!)
19. WHAT ARE YOU LISTENING TO RIGHT NOW? Some UMHBians talk.
20. IF YOU WERE A CRAYON, WHAT COLOR WOULD YOU BE? Red or pink...probably pink!
21. FAVORITE SMELLS? Babies, chocolate chip cookies baking, fresh cut grass, cinnamon rolls, good perfume, and my boy.
22. WHO WAS THE LAST PERSON YOU TALKED TO ON THE PHONE? My cousin Liesel! :)
23. DO YOU LIKE THE PERSON WHO SENT THIS TO YOU? Yes! Both of them!
24. FAVORITE DRINKS? Dr. Pepper (I am on my second week of DP only one day a week! I get it tomorrow, yay!), Minute Maid Berry Punch juice, smoothies, unsweet tea, and water...
25. FAVORITE SPORTS TO WATCH? Gymnastics and ice skating...and sometimes skiing stuff...snow is pretty :)
26. HAIR COLOR? Brown
27. EYE COLOR? Blue/green...usually more green.
28. DO YOU WEAR CONTACTS? Umm when I have to...they are really hard to see out of!
29. FAVORITE FOOD? Mangia Pizza, Chick sandwiches & fries, potato soup from McAlisters, grilled cheese, & dessert of almost any kind :)
30. SCARY MOVIES OR HAPPY ENDINGS? Happy endings, all the way! I am a sucker for a good chick flick.
31. LAST MOVIE YOU WATCHED? Father of the Bride II...the other night waiting for Brad to come home...it really is a darn good movie!
32. WHAT TOP ARE YOU WEARING? (lol Julie, they asked about shoes earlier not tops...:) A Creating Keepsakes University shirt! :)
33. SUMMER OR WINTER? Winter (unless I don't have to work in the summer and then maybe summer :)
34. HUGS OR KISSES? Both
35. FAVORITE DESSERT? Coffee cake, molten chocolate cake from Chilis, most anything from a bakery, PIE!
36. MOST LIKELY TO RESPOND? Eh.
37. LEAST LIKELY TO RESPOND? Eh...
38. WHAT BOOK ARE YOU READING? The Bible, scrapbooking magazines (do they count as "books"?), and (sometimes) my textbooks for school.
39. WHAT IS ON YOUR MOUSE PAD? I don't have one because I have a laptop with the finger pad thing. At work I have a Napoleon Dynamite one! :) (That also doubles as a notepad...SWEET!)
40. WHAT DID YOU WATCH ON TV LAST NIGHT? Unfortunately, not American Idol :( I watched part of Deal or No Deal and Malcolm in the Middle.
41. FAVORITE SOUND? My boy's voice, quiet, favorite songs on the radio, Isaiah singing, & baby noises.
42. ROLLING STONES OR BEATLES? Neither really.
43. WHAT IS THE FURTHEST YOU HAVE BEEN FROM HOME? Grenada or Barbados.
44. DO YOU HAVE A SPECIAL TALENT? Uh, scrapping? Sometimes taking photos...as long as I shoot a BUNCH of photos and can delete a BUNCH of them!...typing fast...I don't know...
45. WHERE WERE YOU BORN? Gtown, Texas
46. WHO'S ANSWERS ARE YOU LOOKING FORWARD TO GETTING BACK? Everyones, of course!
47. WHO AM I TAGGING? MAM, Mel, Riss, Amanda, & Dayne.

BVOTD: "For the Lord is good and His love endures forever; His faithfulness continues through all generations." Psalm 100:5 NIV

Just for Fun...

A= Available~ nope...I am SO happily taken :)
B= Best Friend~ Brad, MAM, Vick & Perez.
C= Cake or pie~ Pecan pie (or Dr. Pepper cake!)
D= Drink of choice~ Dr. Pepper on DP days...mango tea from Chilis...or water
E= Essential item you use everyday~ Chapstick and my cellphone
F= Favorite color~ I love red and pink!
G= Gummy bears or worms~ I guess I will go with worms...sour ones.
H= Hometown~ The Corn!
I= Indulgences~ Scrapping time & goodies, bubble baths (but not very often), DP, those little neopolitan candies I get at HEB, and sweets!
J= January or February~ I will go with February...I love Valentine's Day and still have hope for another Valentine's Day snow!!!
K= Kids and Names~ No kids yet...but would love to be a mom...not sure about names! We are both so indecisive! We should probably be coming up with some now, huh?
L= Life is incomplete without?~ Spening time with my honey.
M= Marriage date~ July 26, 2003
N= Number of siblings~ 2 sisters, 3 sister-in-laws, and 3 brother-in-laws
O= Oranges or apples~ Umm, neither. Oranges are too acidic and I only like apples cut up with peanut butter! Bananas, strawberries, or grapes are good.
P= Phobias or Fears~ People I love dying without knowing Jesus as their Lord and Savior
Q= Favorite Quote~ Goodness...I can't even name just one. I plan on making a whole scrapbook of my favorite movie quotes!!! (I have a TON!)
R= Reason to smile~ Time with my boy, being with friends and family, time in my scraproom, & getting happy mail!
S= Season~ When I was a kid it used to be summer because I got to lay around and do nothing with Perez but now it is winter because I love the colder weather, Christmas, and time off work to spend with family!
T= Tag 3 or 4 people~ Vicki, Amanda, MAM, & Riss
U= Unknown fact about me~ I dislocated my hip (yeah, like an old person) in 8th grade while playing volleyball.
V= Vegetable you don't like~ Brussel sprouts.
W= Worst habit~ Unhealthy eating and being too lazy to go outside and run.
X= X-rays~ No thanks.
Y= Your favorite food~ Mangia pizza, Chick sandwiches & fries, mom's chicken & rice, ham, McAlister's chocolate chip cookie, and pecan pie
Z= Zodiac Sign~ Who cares?

BVOTD: "A relaxed attitude lengthens life; jealousy rots it away." Proverbs 14:30 NLT

A Christmas Quiz Just for Fun...

1. Eggnog or Hot Chocolate? Hot chocolate...definitely!! Eggnog is GROSS!

2. Does Santa wrap presents or just sit them under the tree? Wrap...he used to ring the doorbell and deliver them to the front door...

3. Colored lights on tree/house or white? White icicle lights on the outside (according to mom, we lack pizzazz!) and white garland lights on the tree! Multi-colored lights on the tv...

4. Do you hang mistletoe? Nope, never have! Wouldn't mind having some, though!

5. When do you put your decorations up? Well, the tree is up all year but we decorated it for Christmas at the beginning of December...

6. What is your favorite holiday dish (excluding dessert)? oh goodness...lots! Probably mom & dad's ham and my MIL's dressing

7. Favorite Holiday memory as a child: Being sooo excited that it was finally Christmas!! I remember getting a lil kitchen oven and being so excited...and a microphone. I thought that thing was the coolest ever. I got really cool toys when I was little! Mom and dad always made the holidays really special!

8. What is your favorite Christmas movie? I can't pick just one...Elf, Home Alone, and It's a Wonderful Life

9. Do you open a gift on Christmas Eve? My side of the family opens all of our gifts on Christmas Eve...and with Brad's side we always open on Christmas Day early afternoon...Brad and I open ours on Christmas morning...

10. How do you decorate your Christmas Tree? Snowman fabric, white ribbon, white cluster lights, rust crosses, and some assorted ornaments we have received over our last four Christmases together.

11. Snow! Love it or Dread it? Love it, just wish we got it more!

12. Can you ice skate? Not well...last time I went I bit it bad and ended up with a large bruise on my behind.

13. Do you remember your favorite gift? There are so many things that I've loved...my engagement ring was a really awesome Christmas day present! Growing up, all my toys were so cool!

14. What's the most important thing about the Holidays for you? I love being with family...love the food...giving gifts...doing nice things for others...

15. What is your favorite Holiday Dessert? I love all the Christmas baking...too many to pick just one!

16. What is your favorite holiday tradition? I have a ton! We attend many Christmas outings to see Christmas lights, pageants, etc. We bake Christmas goodies and spend time shopping and wrapping. Oh, and we watch a lot of Christmas movies!

17. What tops your tree? Just a bow...I need to get a tree topper!!

18. Which do you prefer giving or receiving? Definitely giving...I love shopping for other people.

19. What is your favorite Christmas Song? I love the Hippotpotamous song, "Baby It's Cold Outside", and almost all of the songs on the Third Day Christmas CD!!

20. What is your favorite Christmas story? Luke 2:1-20!