February 2009
1 post
4 miles + 12 donuts = victory →
i wrote this little blurb and cut the video and it was posted on k-eye’s news web site :) enjoy!
January 2009
4 posts
teach for america: postponed
the much anticipated day has finally come and gone. i received an email around two o’clock in the afternoon titled “Your Teach for America Application” and I sat there debating whether or not to click on it. A friend of mine happened to be passing by the computer lounge, so I had him do the honors of revealing the news.
i’ve always had this thing about me where i...
“shakespeare is like mashed potaotes. you cant get enough.”
– frank mccourt in his award-winning book, angela’s ashes
the final countdown
The countdown has begun. I will find out in the next 10 days if I will be teaching for america. If I will soon be among the masses changing lives in inner cities schools across the nation. If I will become a member of the corps who strive to make a difference in children’s lives.
Although I felt that both my interviews went quite well, I have prepared myself if I do not make it. A lot of...
December 2008
1 post
we elf'd ourselves →
this is what happens when college kids are studying for finals, it’s late at night and you’re thinking that christmas can’t come soon enough. enjoy the show!
November 2008
2 posts
just workin' on my fitness →
One of my roommates went to sign up for a Fitness Assessment at our university’s rec center and was baffled when she saw my picture on their web site! Little did we both know that someone snapped a photo of me right after an hour long workout and pasted it onto their homepage. And whats better is that this was taken over 2 years ago…and now my profile has been gracing the presence of...
how rude are you? →
For those of you that don’t take the time to read the article, it highlights 3 key points for proper behavior when dining at a restaurant.
1) Don’t talk on a cell phone at the table. Between hostessing at olive garden and waitressing at Sam’s Boat, I lost track of the number of customers I sat/greeted and a blue tooth with a glaring blue light rested just inside their ear, completely...
October 2008
5 posts
“The road to success is dotted with many tempting parking spaces.”
– unknown
“The more I think about it, the more I realize there is nothing more artistic...”
– vincent van gogh
please welcome future vice president, john mccain →
“Ladies and gentleman, help me in welcoming the next vice president of the United States, John McCain!”
Oh Jimmy. How can you even confuse the two? Biden…McCain. They don’t even sound simliar! And as Jay Leno stated, he must have praticed his two minute speech a thousand times before stepping behind that podium. Palin’s slip up’s were pretty funny too. I...
September 2008
25 posts
a taste of texas sunshine
after reading endless amounts of information about the up and coming blogosphere for a public relations course, i decided to do a little “googling” of my blog name: texassunshine.
after a few crazy dating Web site entries (trust me, i dont belong to any!), flikr accounts and quilting groups, not to mention numerous sites talking about the lovely rays of the lone star state, i stumbled...
Texas Sunshine
Ingredients:
1 1/2 c sugar
2 1/2 c water
6 lemons; juice of
2 oranges; juice of
2 limes; juice of
1 c fresh mint leaves
In a small saucepan, combine sugar and water and bring to a boil. Remove from heat and cool. Combine fruit juices and mint leaves. Pour cooled sugar syrup over juice mixture. Let stand for 1-2 hours. Strain and refrigerate. When ready to serve, mix 1 part Texas Sunshine to 2 parts water or club soda. Pour over crushed ice and garnish with fruit or fresh mint leaves.
NOTE: This makes 3 quarts fruitade - like lemonade.
“if you’re not living life on the edge, you’re taking up too much...”
AIG. Now that you own it, learn about it!
First of all – what is AIG? AIG is American International Group, the largest insurance company in the world. It’s not just an insurance company, however; its business is divided into four divisions: general insurance, life insurance and retirement services, financial services and asset management. It was started in 1919.
How did it (almost) collapse? Like many other banks, AIG lost a lot on its...
can you identify these companies by their slogan?
Think Different.
Breakfast of champions.
The Uncola.
Be all you can be.
Sometimes you feel like a nut, sometimes you don't.
Tastes so good cats ask for it by name.
Finger lickin' good.
Because you're worth it.
Betcha can't eat just one.
It melts in your mouth and not in your hands.
The world's favorite airline.
Have it your way.
When you care enough to send the very best.
Mmm Mmm Good!
A diamond is forever.
Just Do It.
Don't leave home without it.
Good to the last drop.
We try harder.
The ultimate driving machine.
The quicker picker upper.
Reach out and touch someone.
Where's the beef?
Once you pop, the fun don't stop.
Making time as a fit mom →
hello tumblrs! if you’re in the austin area, check out an awesome article by one of your fellow tumblrs : Archana!
if this mom can run a relay, SO CAN YOU!
when you dance, don't forget your pants →
Had Australian government minister Matt Brown heeded this piece of advice, he might still have his job.
Airline looking for bald people →
Air New Zealand is offering the “folically challenged” a chance to earn some extra money.
Hey, where did all my stuff go? →
Mystery Dip : Unveiled
On the coffee table sits a glass bowl overflowing with a chunky, burnt orange mixture. For the past 12 years, this Frito-friendly dip has been a staple at our family gatherings. My grandma, the creator of this satisfying appetizer, would never share her recipe, so the family dubbed it “Mystery Dip.” How original. Years went by and my curiosity got the best of me at our last family vacation to...
Mystery Dip
1 c. sour cream
1 (8 oz.) Cream cheese
1 (16 oz pkg.) Merkt cheese spread (sharp cheddar)
1 (16 oz) can ripe black olives sliced
1/2 c. blanched almonds (slivered)
Combine sour cream, cream cheese and cheese spread. Mix until smooth.
Blend in ripe olives and almonds. Grab the Fritos and enjoy!
sweet footage of mccain →
a Botox affair →
gone are the days of the traditional “tupperware” parties. now women are hosting home receptions to introduce each other to the new world of Botox.
21-month tree-sitters →
oh the california redwoods. this article talks about the 21-month protest californians have dealt with to save the redwoods. having written a paper on these beastly beauties, i understand the need to keep them alive. i hope i get to chance to see one in person.
“Fearless is not being prepared to die. Fearless is being prepared to live.”
– Anne Mathewson
Usher's one night stand
Yes ladies, that’s the name of Usher’s latest tour. And get this: scheduled to perform in 15 intimate venues across the nation, his audience will consist of ladies only.
Taking it a step further, he is now in the process of creating his own line of lingerie and men’s undergarments as well as fragrance and cologne. Personally, I’d be a little “usher-ed out” if my guy and I both wore Usher’s...
don't leave your boobs behind →
gone to texas
index and pinkie fingers erect, complemented with the middle and ring fingers folded over with the thumb crossing over them resemble one of the most recognizable symbols in america: the longhorn.
‘gone to texas’ is a huge production put on by the university of texas to get all the students (mainly freshmen) excited about the upcoming school year. the ut band, cheerleaders and a guest...
August 2008
47 posts
The Most (un)American Icons
dihard:
Have you seen the recent Budweiser “Great American Lager” commercials? You know, the ones that are oozing with everything American – football, tailgating, the Statue of Liberty, riding motorcycles, playing in a garage band, and, of course, a fat slice of apple pie. They’re trying to remind me that their All American beer is still All American. But is it? I’m pretty sure by now we all...
polar cam
check out this site: http://moourl.com/polar_cam
you get to watch polar bears play at the san diego zoo!
“Build a man a fire, and he’ll be warm for a day. Set a man on fire, and he’ll be...”
– Terry Pratchett (via affremblequotes)
favorite summer song
Do you believe in magic?
by the Lovin’ Spoonfuls
Do you believe in magic in a young girl’s heart How the music can free her, whenever it starts And it’s magic, if the music is groovy It makes you feel happy like an old-time movie I’ll tell you about the magic, and it’ll free your soul But it’s like trying to tell a stranger ‘bout rock and roll...
“Do you have any raisins? No? How about a date?
Do you eat lots of Lucky...”
– i love cheesy pickup lines.
condom ringtones →
march 9th
besides being my birthday, i share this special day with the only other blue-eyed blonde bombshell: barbie :)
in 2009 barbie will be turning the lovely age of 50 and will have never looked better.
when i’m older, i want an old school drop-top cadillac, painted hot pink with white leather interior. i’d have hydraulic switches with a pair of cherries hanging from the rearview mirror....
hey girl, can i hit you back? →
no mas bananas →
read and weep. i eat at least one banana everyday. sometimes one and a half.