independent_inAK

@independent_inAK (274)

United States • Age 44

Joined myLot 18 years ago

To be happy don't do whatever you like, LIKE whatever you do!

independent_inAK's Discussions

Have you ever helped coordinate an auction fundraiser?

independent_inAK @independent_inAK (274) • United States 21 Feb 07

Just last week I was put in a position of coordinating a silent/live auction fundraiser for my son's school. The auction is at the end of March and is a very big deal. Last year the school raised $30,000! I am hoping that I do...

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Have you ever been hounded by a credit card company(HSBC)

independent_inAK @independent_inAK (274) • United States 6 Feb 07

Ok, my husband actually wanted me to start this discussion because he is wondering who all has had to deal with the same thing. We have run into some minor credit card debt...not near as much as I've heard other people getting...

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Do you eat cold pizza?

independent_inAK @independent_inAK (274) • United States 2 Feb 07

I was never a big fan of cold pizza the day after, but even when leftover pizza is warmed up it's not as good as when you first ordered it. I finally tried eating cold pizza and it wasn't that bad. I still don't eat it all the...

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How personal do you get?

independent_inAK @independent_inAK (274) • United States 2 Feb 07

I have seen a lot of goofy fun discussions here but I've also seen some serious, deep, and pretty personal issues. Are you comfortable with posting personal discussions? How personal do you get? What do you feel is too much...

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Do you listen to classical or instrumental music during the day?

independent_inAK @independent_inAK (274) • United States 30 Jan 07

I am love to listen to music and the type of music varies depending on my mood. Most of the time though, while I'm at home, I like to have soft classical or instrumental playing. It helps keep me from stressing. I have a friend...

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Do you ever end up paying late fees on library books?

independent_inAK @independent_inAK (274) • United States 30 Jan 07

I love to go to the library...there is so much information. I could spend a whole day there and still find interesting things that I want to read and learn about. I try not to get too excited and just check out a bunch of books...

YAY! I've got my star!

independent_inAK @independent_inAK (274) • United States 25 Jan 07

So last night I stayed up for a while because I was up to 90. I got up to 101 last night. Now my star just appeared and it's a 9! Thank you to those who rated me...this is a lot of fun. And thank you "myLot"! P.S. I am...

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Am I addicted to coffee?

independent_inAK @independent_inAK (274) • United States 25 Jan 07

At what point does a person get "addicted"? I used to drink coffee on occasions...when we went out to eat or something...but I could never finish a cup. My husband would find half empty mugs of coffee or mocha setting around the...

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Have you ever been a substitute teacher?

independent_inAK @independent_inAK (274) • United States 23 Jan 07

Today I was substitute for a 3rd grade class and I loved it. It was fun and the kids were great! It wasn't at a public school so the class is very small. Although I have been quite involved with my children's schools I have only...

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I am wondering why I don't have a start...

independent_inAK @independent_inAK (274) • United States 21 Jan 07

Does this mean no one has rated any of my discussions or responses? I also have not had very many responses on my last several discussions. Is anyone reading them or are they not worth responding to?:(

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What are some good gift ideas for a 5th anniversary

independent_inAK @independent_inAK (274) • United States 19 Jan 07

The traditional gift for 5th anniversary is wood. Does anyone have any creative ideas for gifts for a guy. I always want to make things myself but also want it to be practical for him. Our anniversary is next week so I'm...

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What does it take to own and operate a bed and breakfast?

independent_inAK @independent_inAK (274) • United States 19 Jan 07

I have dreamnt of having a bed and breakfast for several years now. I would LOVE to have some small cabins to rent out. I have friends who have been in the business so I've heard the pro's and con's but it seems like the pro's...

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What kind of inspiring story do you have about your family?

independent_inAK @independent_inAK (274) • United States 19 Jan 07

Do you have something inspiring that you would like to share with othere? Do you have a "blended" family that had a rough start but are working out all the kinks? Did you have misfortunate relationship that you are now out of...

What are the best places in Mexico?

independent_inAK @independent_inAK (274) • United States 18 Jan 07

My husband and I will have been married 5 years this month and we still haven't had a honeymoon. Yeah, I know, it's crazy. We will get to go someday. When we do we want to go to Mexico. I have been to Mexico once. It was only...

counting my blessings...

independent_inAK @independent_inAK (274) • United States 18 Jan 07

I am trying to get into the habit of counting my blessings more often. This month has been tough for us but I find that when I write down my daily blessings it eases my mind. Here are some for today... 1. My family is alive and...

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doing some schoolwork with my preschooler

independent_inAK @independent_inAK (274) • United States 17 Jan 07

My little girl will be 4 this summer. Her older brother goes to school and all I've heard from her since school started is how SHE is going to go to school. I signed her up at a preschool that doesn't cost anything. My son...

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homemade wine

independent_inAK @independent_inAK (274) • United States 17 Jan 07

Has anyone ever made their own wine? I have a friend who's dad makes awesome wine. I don't really like wine otherwise but his is great! I would like to give it a shot and hopefully turn out close to his. I have family who...

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The world at my fingertips

independent_inAK @independent_inAK (274) • United States 17 Jan 07

I am amazed at how much information I have access to through this box we call the computer. There is so much out there, I can learn about anything. I am fascinated! I especialy find it interesting to be here on myLot and...

magazine for women

independent_inAK @independent_inAK (274) • United States 17 Jan 07

Well, I have an ambition and maybe you can help me. I am writing a book about my story of becoming a mom when I was a teenager. I really want to get my story out and be an inspiration to as many young girls as i can. I would...

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down to business

independent_inAK @independent_inAK (274) • United States 17 Jan 07

Alright, here I am...I'm in my sweats, everyone else is in bed and I'm really gettin into this "myLot" thing. I see how some of you take it really serious and it's paying off. I thought it would be fun(and it is) but this can...

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