Archive for December, 2005
Oldest is sad
Oldest cried when she went to bed, but not for what you would think. She is sad because this is the last day of December, her favorite month – her birthday month. And she does not want it to be over. She was crying and you could tell she was so sad. It made my heart ache.
I think I will go check on her.
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Blog Design Rates Put On Hold
Update: I have put charging and making this an offical business on hold. I just don’t have the time do put into it. I also understand why most places charge so much. It takes time to get a blog to look like the blogger likes it. From figuring how to get the code right, figuring how to make it do what the bloggers want, and going through several revisions on the graphics. Knowing that I am only going to make $25 is disheartning. But I love doing it!!! So I will continue to do them for FREE!!! Right now I am working on a few so don’t get to excited if you are not on my list. Plus I have a few things related to my everyday life that will be taking up time soon. So send me an email if you are interested in a blog redo or design help send me an email to get on the list. Who knows, I may be able to sneak you in. But no promises.
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Pricing:
$ 25: Basic Blog: Includes graphics, section headers, basic template customization
$ 15: Graphics only: Headers and section headers
I offer additional services like install plugins, major cutomization, or anything special at rates similiar to above depending on the task.
Looking at other blogs designers, their services range from $50 to $200. I also don’t think I am at the level to charge those prices. Not yet! But my target is the casual blogger who just wants a nice blog that is personal.
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PreGame Summary – University of Southern California
updated on 12/31/2006 with more info.
January 4th, Texas plays USC at the Rose Bowl in Pasadena, CA. On the line is the National Championship with USC ranked #1 and Texas #2. This is very exciting, but it has to be much more so for my hubby and other Texas fans who know more about this whole football thing than I do. So lets begin a PreGame Summary of USC.
Nickname/Mascot: USC are called the Trojans:
Up to that time, teams from USC were called the Methodists or Wesleyans and neither nickname was looked upon with favor by university officials. Athletic Director Warren Bovard, son of university president Dr. George Bovard, asked Los Angeles Times sports editor Owen Bird to select an appropriate nickname.
“At this time, the athletes and coaches of the university were under terrific handicaps,” Bird recalled. “They were facing teams that were bigger and better-equipped, yet they had splendid fighting spirit. The name ‘Trojans’ fitted them.
“I came out with an article prior to a showdown between USC and Stanford in which I called attention to the fighting spirit of USC athletes and named them ‘Trojan’ all the time, and it stuck.
“The term ‘Trojan’ as applied to USC means to me that no matter what the situation, what the odds or what the conditions, the competition must be carried on to the end and those who strive must give all they have and never be weary in doing so.”
USC’s mascot is a white horse named Traveler:
Side note: The Rose Bowl will be the current riders last game.
Colors: Cardinal and gold. Could not find any history on this. Before 1895, USC’s official color was gold. At that time the College of Liberal Arts had its own color—cardinal. In 1895, both colors were adopted as USC’s official colors. (Thanks for the info, CalTechGirl!!!)
Location: USC’s two primary campuses are located Los Angeles, CA.
Main Rival: UCLA. They have a Victory Bell for the winner of the game.
Unique Tradions/Misc: USC has quite a few tradtions. You can check them all out here, but below are a few I thought worth mentioning. Update: Here is a link from CalTechGirl with more info.
Here is a great story about USC’s Super Fan. He even has a super quote:
Famous Players: Reggie Bush, who won the Heisman this year. (Related post here.) Matt Leinhart is their quarterback who won the Heisman last year and was in the running this year. If you want to know more about them visit here.
Spread: +8 (If you bet with a spread on Texas, USC has to beat Texas by 8 points for you to win.)
How they have been playing: Uh, well.. they are ranked #1. So I guess you could say good. (hehe)
What we have to watch for: Quoted from hubby, “Pretty much their whole offense.” This is a huge game that will not be easy. If we play like we can and avoid turnovers, then we could win.
My comments: OMG! We are going to the Rose Bowl to play in the NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP!! This is as good as Texas football has been since I have been a fan and I will be there. WOOOO HOOOOO!!!!!
Update on Tradions: CalTechGirl mentioned Tusk in the comments.
I had no clue what Tusk was. Looks like the Docherty Family are big USC fans.
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(caltechgirl on Dec 30, 2005 10:56 PM) you forgot Tusk. The Trojan Marching Band played on the album, and ever since then it’s USC’s unofficial anthem (U-C-L-A SUCKS!)
Also, re: the colors:
Colors
Cardinal and Gold. Before 1895, USC’s official color was gold. At that time the College of Liberal Arts had its own color—cardinal. In 1895, both colors were adopted as USC’s official colors.
Lots more traditions and history here.
I love New Year's Jokes
like….
I don’t have to go into work until next year.
I will probably only take 5 more showers this year.
I won’t see my parents until next year.
I will not eat turkey again until next year.
…I could go on. Just wait until AFTER the new year!!!
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Name that Cookie Cutter
We just finished making a huge batch of sugar cookies. I rolled and cut the cookies, the girls and Hubby decorated, and Grandma baked and moved the cookies trays around. Good system but it wears you out…
I found some cookie cutters on sale at Target, 4 for $1. (I really have not real reason to put the price, but just wanted to point out there are 4, I love a good sale, and I am cheap!) On the package it listed the following: Christmas Tree, Santa, Gingerbread House, and Reindeer.
Can you match them? Can you see them all being their shape? Or do you have an active imagination like my Dad?
Click here to play the matching game!
After you are done, see my comments in the extended entry…
Continued reading Name that Cookie Cutter…
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(PrimoDonna on Dec 24, 2005 4:10 PM) I can’t figure it out, but what do you expect for a quarter?!
(letti on Dec 25, 2005 9:07 PM) MERRY CHRISTMAS! GO COWBOYS!@
Have lights?
Taking a break before I get back to Christmas dinner pre-work. I was looking for an old post and found one that had a link to a guy who lets you control the Christmas lights on his house.
He’s still around and trying to raise money for Celiac Disease Research. He has added more webcams this year:
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(vw bug on Dec 30, 2005 8:21 AM) Wow. Thanks for the link. Hope you are having fun over the holidays.
It's Blogcess #30
Again brought to you the one and only meme endorsed by Prochein Amy. One of the reasons I like it is no tagging…just linky love!!! Here we go, Blogcess #30!
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Over the past week I’ve noticed more and more people have their houses decorated for Christmas. I love to decorate – – this week’s “It’s Blogcess” is about decorating for the holidays.
1) Do you agree with the phrase – – The more lights the better?
No.
2) If you answered yes, why? If you answered no, why?
I like simple and easy. Leaning more towards the easy!
3) When did you put up your Christmas tree?
We put our tree up the 2nd Saturday in December. We have no set date, just as our schedule and my anti-Father In Law permits since we need his truck to pick up the tree.
4) The final touch to any Christmas tree is the topper – – What do you put on the top of your tree?
We have a star that is just like one my husband had growing up. He found one two years ago on eBay and mostly paid for the sentimental value.
5) Time to spread some “Blogcess” linky love. Here are a few blogs full of holiday cheer:
PrimoDonna
Rocket Jones
AllanThinks
Want to learn more about Blogcess?
Click here
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Many Moments of Bliss mixed with a Birthday Bash
Hubby is watching football in our room. My parents are watching Batman in the living room. My daughters are sleeping in mini teepees that were given to them for the Oldest’s birthday. Very cute.
Yesterday was Oldest’s birthday, but we had the full celebration today. Off to Rainforest Cafe and then back home for presents and ice cream cake.
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(Christina on Dec 23, 2005 9:49 PM) Awww.
Happy Birthday to your Oldest baby!!
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Special children were born on the 22nd!
Quote of the Day
“You can’t handle my driving and I can’t handle you not handling my driving.”
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(Orikinla Osinachi on Dec 23, 2005 10:00 AM) You can’t stand my blogging.
And I can’t stand your not been able to stand my blogging.
(jill on Dec 23, 2005 11:02 AM) Are you related to Yogi Berra? Hook ‘um Horns!
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