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One week in the life of Michelle M.

I was at a loss about what to post, so here’s a rundown of my exciting, fun-filled week.

Monday – It rained. I went grocery shopping, did laundry, ironed and watched The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills.

Tuesday – The digital arts class I wanted to take was closed, so I signed up for painting. Class started today. This is the building it’s in. We didn’t do any painting, just got our materials list. I was relieved I wasn’t the oldest one there.

Wednesday – I drove all over town looking for the supplies on my materials list. After going to four stores I finally had them all.

Thursday – Our car broke down. To the tune of $3,000. This is the rental car we’re using. In class we painted a still life of ugly bottles. We were only allowed to use burnt umber, so I ended up with an ugly brown painting of ugly bottles.

That night we went out for dinner. I had a glass of Chardonnay. The menu described it as having notes of pear, lime zest, butterscotch, honey and vanilla – none of which I could taste (wine always tastes like wine to me). Harry had a beer.

Friday – I gave blood. I wanted to have Nutter Butters, but I’m doing the non- gluten thing and had a Rice Krispie treat instead. Afterwards, we went to Wendy’s because I was craving chicken nuggets. I blame Mikey.

Saturday – I got my hair did. At least one day a month my hair does not look like a big frizzy mess. We went to Islands for dinner where I had a lovely (and potent) Mai Tai. Harry had a beer.

Sunday – We went to Las Olas for dinner (Harry had 2 beers). This is the view across the street. I love California.

Then we went to the used record store and Pizza Port for a drink. I had a hard apple cider. Harry had 2 additional beers. We rounded out the night by going to the pet store and buying a new toy for Cooper. Then I kept Adam awake ’til all hours finishing up this post.

How was your week? Was it as amazing as mine? Let me know in comments!

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Have You Ever … On A Road Trip?!

Summer is in full swing, and with the warm season comes something that we all look forward to: Summer Vacations! This week’s Have You Ever?! quiz focuses on that more-affordable vacation option: The Road Trip. Most of us have taken road trips at some point in our lives, whether it’s a trip that’s a few hours away, or a trip across the country. Whatever the length of your travels, we’re about to find out what kind of adventures you’ve had.

The rules are simple: For each question that you answer ‘yes’ to, give yourself a single point. When you reach the end of the quiz, add up your points and post your total in the comments.

Have You Ever?!

1. Have you ever ever gone on a road trip?
2. Have you ever gone on a road trip with no set destinations?
3. Have you ever taken a driving break, just to stretch your legs?
4. Have you ever sang 100 Bottles of Beer on the Wall, all the way through?
5. Have you ever made a pit stop to use some free (or stolen) wi-fi?
6. Have you ever gotten lost?
7. Have you ever driven straight through the night?
8. Have you ever spent the night at a sleazy motel?
9. Have you ever spent the night in your car?
10. Have you ever stayed at a campground for the night?
11. Have you ever camped out by the side of the road?
12. Have you ever consumed an entire meal while driving?
13. Have you ever not been able to find somewhere to eat?
14. Have you ever visited more than 3 states in a single day?
15. Have you ever visited more than 7 states in a single trip?
16. Have you ever gone days without a shower?
17. Have you ever showered at a coin-operated shower?
18. Have you ever dried laundry or towels by laying them out in the sun or hanging out the window of a moving car?
19. Have you ever peed in a container while driving?
20. Have you ever pooped on the side of the road?
21. Have you ever run out of gas or broken down?
22. Have you ever had an entire argument and then made up with your travel companion without ever leaving the car?
23. Have you ever picked up a hitchhiker?
24. Have you ever had sex with a hitchhiker or stranger that you met on the road?
25. Have you ever had sex at a rest stop or on the side of the road?

Take a break from driving and tell us your total in the comments!

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