NaNoWriMo is upon me!

Hey all! I've been getting myself prepared for what is going to be a fantabolous adventure! I am going to participate in writing 50k words with in 30 days. It is a lot of words but I am up for it! I've been practicing with this blog by attempting to write every single day! Not always, but with NaNoWriMo I have to write a min of 1667 words a day, so I do not have the time to slack off. For those who don't know what this awesome thing is about, well click here for more info!

As I do have a writing diary of sorts I will be updating my ups and downs of trying to complete a novel in 30 days! If you want to read about it follow me here!

With that said, I will also continue to update this blog, but I may not hit it everyday, but I will try to update the stuff that just seems to find me, like any crazy story, or any wacky emails that comes my way. I also have my book review site, which I will update 2-3 times a week, as I am a fast reader.

This also means I will slow down on the Link Referreal and the Entre Cards. While I absolutely love going to other blogs, I will have to slow down, but just for the month of November. I won some more awards and I have to make sure I give out to those blogs I've come across and like and that post should being go up soon.

So as you can see I will be very busy in November, but no worries, as I am hoping to write my masterpiece! Thanks for stopping by!

Are you doing NaNoWriMo? Let's be buddies! http://www.nanowrimo.org/eng/user/503144

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Winners for the two Giveaways from Uprinting!

Thanks to all the participants of these giveaways. I am not ashamed of the shameless begging and the help of Puss n Boots! =D So Here is the winner chosen randomly of a set of Free 250 stickers/labels from Uprinting is:

Melissa from Outnumbered 3 to 1 Blog!

The two winners chosen randomly for the set of 100 Postcards from UPrinting is:

Melissa from Outnumbered 3 to 1 Blog!

and

Alice Audrey!

Please help me in congratulating them on this auspicious win! Stay tuned for the next giveaway to be listed soon!

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Neva Eva Touch a Black Woman's Hair!

This is PSA (public service announcement) of sorts. Today I almost witness the fury of a black woman who would have been within her rights to go ballistic.

The Situation.

A young black woman, just had her hair did (translation, had a new weave put in) and it was looking fierce.

The Ignorant One.

A woman who is not black, tried to pay a compliment, but in doing so, she seriously, attempted to pet the young woman's hair.

The Outcome.

The young woman swooped away in the nick of time and said thank you.

Here is the worst case scenario.

Let's say the Ignorant One actually touched said hair? Well I can imagine that it would not have been pretty. The girl with the weave would have turned into a hair-ninja and hair-slap the idiot. Now that would have been something to see.

So a word to the wise. See a black woman with fabulous hair? First instinct is to pet the hair? You might want to think before you act.

This PSA has been brought to by "Oh no she didn't!" and "B**** Please!"

Satire is funny. Picture courtesy of loveisntenough.com

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President Obama vs the Tea Party Gang: Who really has our best interest at heart?

FYI- Sorry this post is a bit long, and it is a rant, so I thank you in advance for reading!

Last night I had my eyes opened up further to the extreme stupidity of some Americans. It is about a movement, a Tea Party Movement that “seems” to be gaining in popularity and people opposing the Obama Administrations Health Care Plan, any increase in taxes, and the POTUS himself. Apparently it is a 2009 thing, because I don’t recall seeing this movement in the past 8 years. Hmm.

What prompted this post?

Well this Tea Party Movement is going on a 38 city tour in the U. S. of A. and they started in San Diego yesterday per the news story here. I looked on in dismay as the people held signs up that were not friendly or nice, but geared to act as hate-filled mini billboards to showcase their “growing” horror at the Obama Administration Healthcare reform. Or anything the administration tries to deal with.

Case in point, a little 10 year old girl being interviewed said “People who aren't having jobs are just sitting there and they're giving the people who are sitting the money, and the people who are working aren't getting anything." Wow. I was in awe of the fact that she could not quite get out the rhetoric yet there she was with her sign that said “I don’t need a savior, I need a president.” Parents please, stop putting your ideas and agendas on your kids! She is 10, she should be in a park playing, being carefree, not out and about protesting things, I am quite sure she does not fully understand!

Correct me if I’m wrong, but when did it mean that uninsured Americans translated into unemployed Americans? I had a job once that just could not afford to provide healthcare to its employees, so point blank I was uninsured. And the whole “it’s my money, why do I have to pay for others?” phrase is getting real old. Hmm isn’t that what taxes are for? Or did people just recently realize that is what taxes were for? Hmm makes me wonder who is getting played here.

Then I heard a term that one of the people heading the tour, a Deborah Jones, Tea-Party Express Vice Chairman, said that the “Democrats calls us astroturfers and we are not.” At this point I had to rewind my DVR because that was the first time I ever heard this word used in such a fashion as I am not even a casual observer of politics.

So here is a definition: “Campaigns & Elections magazine defines astroturf as a ‘grassroots program that involves the instant manufacturing of public support for a point of view in which either uninformed activists are recruited or means of deception are used to recruit them."(Astroturf)

From my observation alone, I can agree with the whole “uninformed activist” part as the people they interviewed seemed ass-backwards in their response as to why they are part of the movement. How does the average citizen allow themselves to get caught up in the frenzy of this mess? Apparently with “unbiased” claims such as these:

- telling old people that the president plans to kill them

- telling people they won’t be able to choose their doctors

- telling people that a universal system would encourage terrorist attacks

- telling people that a universal system would make this country a communist nation (---> FYI- I saw this info in the comments of this blog here)

When I looked at the news program, I will admit it seemed to be either the elderly or the very young at the rallies who were speaking out on these issues and these were some of the things that they were spouting out as well as what was on their signs they were holding up.

From what I understand is that people do not want government to run healthcare, but aren’t they already running a portion of it? I think it is called Medicaid and Medicare, but maybe I’m wrong. Or maybe these people are just selfish and only want healthcare for some and not all. I know if I lose my job, my healthcare options are COBRA or nothing. As it stands now, I don’t qualify for Medicare or Medicaid, so I’d be S.O.L.

So my question is this: Am I not seeing the big picture? Or am I not the group this is intended for? Or maybe the world (Americans) has gone crazy and I haven’t had a sip of the coo-coo juice yet. Because I read the Healthcare Plan that Obama is proposing and the one thing that jumps out to me? That no matter what, I will still have healthcare. Is that wrong?

Photo courtesy of Fox5 News in San Diego

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Don't you like FREE?

Hi! I am really trying to get into these giveaways, but it seems I still can't get the participation. So I am asking for at least 1 entrant in this giveaway here and here.

I want to continue doing these because I like the payout myself, the free item given away. I have a set of 250 biz cards coming to me, and I can't wait to review them. So I ask that someone just enter and I can go to sleep happy.

And I get my free item to boot! =D

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Clutter me this!

Hi all. I’ve been getting some love from Link Referral. Great place to put your blog or website. Totally free. Though you can pay, but who wants to? But the reason I am even talking about this again (talked about it in another post) I received two reviews about my site being too “cluttered.”

Well to that all I can say is yeah it is. I am one of those people who need every space filled. Hmm that sounds like a double entendre which was not what I intended, but on this blog it feels complete to me. Then this made me think about my “real” world spaces, and I realize that I am the same way.

I have a need to have "empty"spaces filled. It just makes me complete. I've always been like that. When stuff surrounds me all is right in my world. But to some folks all those spaces filled is a bit much. I am not uber neat, neat enough. At work I have organized chaos and I am fine with that. I've tried to "clean" my space at work but I feel absolutely "nekkid".

So I guess what this post is all about is that no matter what I am the same person, whether online or in real time. Nice.

p.s. Don't forget to enter the giveaways I'm doing here and here

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I need a Man

Well that is what my kids tell me. And apparently they aren't the only ones. On facebook I am being bombarded with ads of single men from interracial dating sites, black males, mature males and millionaires.

All I can say is wth? Why do I need my boys and facebook to tell me I'm single? Hek I know I am and I am fine with that. If I meet a lovely gentleman who I find interesting, then hallelujah I'd be happy!

I mean I am funny, quirky, can talk about almost anything, I mean why wouldn't a man want all of this? Apparently they don't hence my single status. I'm not picky. All I want is a man who is taller than me, muscular, flipping hot, and can talk to me about anything. Oh wait, that is a fantasy man from my many romance novels I read. Hmm I see a pattern.

Maybe I am picky. Though I don't think I am asking for much. I could go on with my list but I don't really put my dirty side here. That is what my erotic blog is for. No shame in the plug, thank you very much. Hek even the three hotties in the pic would need to be tried out on a trial basis.

Well nothing for it. My boys will have to deal. I am happy. I've already been married. Been there done that. Now I am not getting any younger, but at the same time, I am special and any man would be happy to hang with me. Thanks for reading.

p.s. Anyone know where I can find those hunky firemen? Seriously. =D

p.s.s Don't forget to enter the giveaways I'm doing here and here

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Win 100 Postcards from UPrinting (10/27)

Hi and welcome! Another giveaway and this one is featuring Postcards! Just another name for business cards in my book! These postcards can be used for anything. I personally think that you can use these as a way to promote your blog or business. These postcards are also invitations, thank you cards, note cards and more! How about getting your own set for free?

Well Uprinting is giving away 1 set of 100 Postcards for two readers of this blog! That’s right 2 winners! And for posting this giveaway, Uprinting will also give me my own set of 100 Postcards!

Giveaway Prize:

Size: 4x6; Paper: 14pt Cardstock Gloss; Printing: Full color both sides

Shipping: FREE UPS Ground Shipping in the US (Canadian residents pay shipping and taxes. Offer not available to residents outside of the US and Canada)

How to enter:

Leave one comment for one entry. More than one comment will be additional entries.

First mandatory entry:

In comments please tell me what you would use your business card for if you won?

Additional entries:

Must complete mandatory entry first!

1. Blog about this giveaway, linking to this and get 2 entries, let me know in the comments.

2. Tweet about this giveaway - Can do this once a day. 1 entry each day. Just copy and paste "Win 100 Postcards: #Giveaway at Zesty Nachos Blog! One winner! Ends 10/27 @nettagyrl @Uprinting http://snipurl.com/smzf3"

3. Subscribe to this blog or become a follower (1 entry each) Please let me know in the comments. If you currently are doing this just let me know as it counts!

4. Follow me on Networked Blogs (1 entry) let me know in the comments.

5. Add my link to your blog roll or grab my badge (1 entry each) let me know in the comments.

To make this easy on me, put your email in the comments, so if you are the winner I will be able to contact you. Just leave your email like this: myname (at) whatev (dot) com. To avoid pesky spammers!

The deadline to enter is October 27, 2009, 11:59pm PST. Open to U.S. residents with free UPS ground shipping and to Canada residents who must pay shipping and taxes. One winner will be randomly selected (random.org) and notified by e-mail. They will have 48 hours to get back to me, or alternates will be chosen. A coupon code will be e-mailed to the winners on November 6, 2009 directly by the sponsor.

Good Luck!

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Wordless Wednesday - Darius R.I.P 1992-1993

See other participants here

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Tuesday Random Thoughts

Random Tuesday Thoughts. I like memes. What does the word meme mean? I've been seeing it around and I looked it up: n. A unit of cultural information, such as a cultural practice or idea, that is transmitted verbally or by repeated action from one mind to another. Interesting.

I think movie critics suck. They only seem to give awesome reviews to movies that most will never gravitate too and if I like, say Transformers 2, then I am the idiot. Hmm I know it is a bunch of giant robots. That is fine. I have an imagination thank you very much and I quite enjoy it!

My hair is growing and as much as I want to chop it off, I am going to let it to continue to grow. Did you know that hair is actually dead? Can you imagine if it was still alive once out of your head? My god the stuff I've done to it in the past 20+ years, I believe it would kill me. No lie.

See who else is playing here

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Music Monday - Ludo "Love Me Dead"

What can I say about this song? The first time I heard it, I was struck by the lyrics and how funny and powerful they are. And the video is probably one of the few videos I’ve ever seen that is absolutely literal to the lyrics, which makes this a unique find, at least in my book. I also write to the song, as it just evokes emotions and thoughts conducive to whatever I’m working on. Plus it is just an overall kick butt song!

Come join Music Monday and share your songs with us. One simple rule, leave ONLY the actual post link here. You can grab this code at LJL Please note these links are STRICTLY for Music Monday participants only. All others will be deleted without prejudice.




PS: Because of spamming purposes, the linky will be closed on Thursday of each week at midnight, Malaysian Time. Thank you!

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Winner for the 250 Business Cards from UPrinting

Hello and welcome! My first giveaway is done and closed and I finally picked a winner! Yay! As there were only three entrants there was basically a 1 in 3 chance of a winner! Talk about some good odds!

And the winner is:

Rachel from http://quirkymomma.com/

Please help me in congratulating her on this auspicious win! She has 48 hours to respond to me or another will be chosen! Please check out the next giveaway I'm doing here.

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Win 250 Stickers/Labels from UPrinting! (10/26)

Hi and welcome! Stickers/labels can be used for anything. I personally think that you can use these as a way to promote your blog, business, or anything. Got a wedding? Use them as a thank you with both your names for all the awesome gifts you got when you send out your thank you letters. Or just use them for your own personal label for when you're mailing out letters. Got a new baby? Send out a very unique birth announcement!

These are just some ways to use stickers/labels and the beauty of these stickers/labels is the uses for them are darn near endless!

How about getting your own set for free? Well Uprinting is giving away a set of 250 stickers/labels for one reader of this blog! And for posting this giveaway, Uprinting will also give me my own set of 250 stickers/labels!

Giveaway Prize:
250 Stickers/Labels for One (1) lucky winner
Sizes: 2” x 3.5”, 2” x 4”, or 3” x 3”
Paper: 70 lb Label Matte
Specifications: Full color front, blank back; 4 Business Day printing

How to enter: Leave one comment for one entry. More than one comment will be additional entries.

First mandatory entry:
In comments please tell me what you would use your business card for if you won?

Additional entries:
Must complete mandatory entry first!

1. Blog about this giveaway, linking to this and get 2 entries, let me know in the comments.
2. Tweet about this giveaway - Can do this once a day. 1 entry each day. Just copy and paste "Win 250 stickers/labels: #Giveaway at Zesty Nachos Blog! One winner! Ends 10/26 @nettagyrl @Uprinting http://snipurl.com/skosj"
3. Subscribe to this blog or become a follower (1 entry each) Please let me know in the comments. If you currently are doing this just let me know as it counts!
4. Follow me on Networked Blogs (1 entry) let me know in the comments.
5. Add my link to your blog roll or grab my badge (1 entry each) let me know in the comments.

To make this easy on me, put your email in the comments, so if you are the winner I will be able to contact you. Just leave your email like this: myname (at) whatev (dot) com. To avoid pesky spammers!

The deadline to enter is October 26, 2009, 11:59pm PST. Open to U.S. residents with free UPS ground shipping and to Canada residents who must pay shipping and taxes. One winner will be randomly selected (random.org) and notified by e-mail. They will have 48 hours to get back to me, or alternates will be chosen. A coupon code will be e-mailed to the winners on November 6, 2009 directly by the sponsor.

Good Luck!

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Wow! Two more Blog Awards!

I have received 2 more blog awards and I can tell you that I feel light as air. Not that I am or anything, but it is such a nice feeling knowing that what you love, other’s “get”what you’re all about!

The first award is the One Lovely Blog award. This was given to me from the lovely Angela who has been a little under the weather. You should drop by her blog and see why she received the award. She is truly inspiring.



So here are the rules of receiving this “lovely” award: I am to pass it on to 15 other bloggers I’ve newly discovered. Well because of that it has taken me almost two weeks. Now I read on another blog, the person who won this award, he thought this was like spam, but I don’t see it that way. I have to go on other blogs and look at their sites. I just thinks it gives new blogs and opportunity to get traffic. =D

So in no particular order, these are some blogs who caught my eye when blog-walking:

http://travelwithmarie.blogspot.com/

http://ariazink.blogspot.com/

http://beautifulmomentsbykris.blogspot.com/

http://www.dointheworkingmomthing.com/

http://mariescozycorner.blogspot.com/

http://www.parentingnotes.info/

http://www.redheadranting.com/

http://www.junkdrawerblog.com/

http://www.sharonblog.com/

http://jenniferbeckerlandsberger.blogspot.com/

http://theroaditravelon.blogspot.com/

http://momoftweenshelp.blogspot.com/

http://www.spicybugz.com/

http://www.mahoganymade.com/

http://www.ilovehateamerica.com/

Now for the other blog award I received I must thank Stacie who is truly wonderful blogging about her life while Raising an autistic child as well as raising awareness. Truly inspiring, and I really thank her for the award.



The rules are to pick 5 blogs that are new and that I am happy I found. Here they are in no particular order:

http://www.sharonblog.com/

http://theredheadriter.blogspot.com/

http://www.ilovehateamerica.com/

http://www.allena83.com/

http://www.crabbyblogginglady.com/

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Thursday Thirteen - DVD's I Own

I am looking at the DVD's I own and 1. I need to clean my book shelf, but more importantly I am a certified Nerd. So in no particular order here you go!

1. Shark Boy and Lava Girl - I have kids, but I admit I watch and enjoyed it!
2. Kangaroo Jack - Love this movie
3. Ghostbusters 1 & 2 - Classic, though the effects r funny to see
4. The Wiz - Ease on down the road...
5. Benchwarmers - I am a 13 yr old boy. Sometimes I like the funny guy movies!
6. Escape from L.A. - Again deep down, I am a boy. lol This movie is just plain FUN!
7. Big Trouble in Little China - LOVE Kurt Russell. Plus Kim Cattrall is in this. WAY funny!
8. The House Bunny - Ok sometimes I'm a girl, and this is just a cute little movie.
9. Welcome to Mooseport - Ray Romano is HILARIOUS.
10. The Neverending Story - Because I have a crazy collection of 80's movie.
11. The Princess Bride - "As you wish" LOVE that phrase.
12. Shrek - This movie is not for kids. lol
13. Buffy - Because this movie started my LOVE for like the most awesome slayer EVER!

See who else is participating here

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Are you a Photographer?

Well I'm not. At least not a serious one. I have been thinking about taking it on as a hobby but honestly it seems like to much effort. Is it? I have a simple digital camera, and lately things have just been popping out at me so to speak. I've taken a couple of pictures of the sky and this freaky looking tree. I think they are ok, but when I see people who really take the hobby to heart, well mine looks like crap. o_O

Well here are some of the pics I've taken. I will tell you this. These pics inspire me to want to write a scene to the scene so to speak.


This tree was super cool. I like how it grew up around the post.




Here is another shot of the crazy tree. I also got a good angle on the rest of trees. Looks like soldiers.


And this was just a cool cloud cover pic.

How are you with the camera?

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