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I watched a programme last night that was, of all things, about the number one. It was very fascinating and stuff, what with the history of how the Sumerians came up with this fabulous number, but about all I can recall is that what makes us so great is we can count to whatever number and make up stupid bloody rules such as those of Pythagaros with which to torment small schoolchildren whilst other animals can only count to three or four.
I swear Amy can count to four, but then she's a border collie so she's the Carol Vorderman of animals.
1. Name someone with the same birthday as you:
Elijah Wood. Same year, though he probably looks younger than me.
2. Where was your first kiss?
In the park, with a local boy called Lee. I think I was about eleven. It didn’t mean anything at all—it never does at that age—but I was very happy.
3. Have you ever seriously vandalised someone else's property?
No.
4. Have you ever hit someone of the opposite sex?
I grew up with two brothers. Of course I have.
5. Have you ever sang in front of a large number of people?
No, and I never would.
6. Whats the first thing you notice about the preferred sex?
Eyes. I love soulful eyes.
7.What really turns you on?
Battle of wits. And big words.
8: What do you order at Starbucks:
A cappuccino with an infusion of hazelnut. I never ask for “Tall.” How can it be tall if there is no standard or small to compare the drink to? It’s always small cappuccino for me.
9. What is your biggest mistake:
Regrets, I’ve had a few…
10: Ever hurt yourself on purpose.
No.
11. Say something totally random about you:
I have small feet.
12. Has anyone ever said you looked like a celebrity?
Yes. A famous American actress about my age. I’m not saying whom.
13. Do you still watch kiddy movies or tv shows?
Yes.
14. Did you have braces?
No.
15. Are you comfortable with your height?
I wish I was a couple of inches taller.
16. What is the most romantic thing someone of the opposite sex has done for you?
Not telling.
17. When do you know it's love?
Oh, I’m still pondering that. It always seems to be lust.
18. Do you speak any other languages?
Yes. French very well, Spanish conversationally, Tourist!Italian and Greek and I can understand Latin.
19. Have you ever been to a tanning salon?
Yes. I really don’t like them, but I’ll go on them infrequently during the dark, horrid English winter.
20. What magazines do you read?
Those that come with the papers. I don’t really do magazines much now. Sometimes Empire for films and Paris Match to brush up on my French.
21. Have you ever ridden in a limo?
No.
22.Has anyone you were really close with passed away?
My grandmothers.
23.Do you watch MTV?
No. It’s only ever about doing bloody cars up or some dire singer’s home. I like VH2, though.
24.What's something that really annoys you?
Stupid people.
25. What's something you really like?
Seeing another country for the first time. Snow. The love of a dog.
26.Do you like Michael Jackson?
No.
27.Can you dance?
Sort of.
28.What's the latest you have ever stayed up?
I’ve done all-nighters frequently with Chris. I miss the student life. :(
29.Have you ever thought that you were honestly going to die?
Yes, a few times. Once when I had an extremely bad asthma attack—my lips were blue, I could barely draw in any breath—the ambulance driver gave me a long lecture for not calling them sooner. Another time when I was swimming in the sea off a Greek island, only to be caught in very strong current. The water was too shallow for me to swim against the waves, and I couldn’t put my feet on the sea bed because the rocks were jagged and sharp. I was pulled under again and again and couldn’t believe the irony that I was going to die mere metres away from my family, who didn’t realise what was going on. Of course, I didn’t.
30.Have you ever been rushed by an ambulance into the emergency room?
Yes. The old asthma attack bit.
31. Do you actually read these when other people fill them out?
Yes, I do. I like memes where people have to think rather than just getting an automated answer on what kind of virus they’d be.
Does anyone know what on earth one does with a butternut squash? I bought one from ace Euro supermarket Lidl on a whim, but now I'm worried as to how I'm going to do anything for this scary monster of a vegetable...thing.
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Date: 2005-09-29 12:17 pm (UTC)no subject
Date: 2005-09-29 12:20 pm (UTC)It's kind of ironic that they call it that, what with it being so damned heavy and hard. It'd be good for hitting sarcastic people over the head, you know.
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Date: 2005-09-29 12:32 pm (UTC)no subject
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Date: 2005-09-29 12:48 pm (UTC)(NB, this is my mum's recipe, I've never actually made it.)
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Date: 2005-09-29 12:55 pm (UTC)no subject
Date: 2005-09-29 12:59 pm (UTC)Squash.....
Date: 2005-09-29 01:52 pm (UTC)1: Soup. Peel the thing, scoop, chop and simmer it in a bit of stock, maybe some onions and garlic and peppercorns. Puree it, maybe a tad bit of cream added. Variations: This basic puree can be eaten as a bisque alone, or you can add some herbs, curry and/or masala powders, corn kernels and diced carrots to it for texture. The puree can also be used as a lovely base for a risotto! couple with some good seared beef and mushrooms in the deglazed sauce, or roasted portabellas...
2: roasted: Slice the thing in half lengthwise (if you cant manage it, chop it in half, and then halve it.) scoop out the seeds and place it in your roasting pan, cut side up. in the cavity, put a big dallop of butter squished together with minced garlic, sprinkle it all with a bit of salt. Roast if for a good 45minutes to 1hr. Alot of folks just roast it as is, slather it with butter or even maple syrup (its sweet alredy). You really could just put it on your plate, season it, and scoop it into your mouth...lol
For those who are wierd about squash in general. This is generally how i have to cook the thing for Sean: I roast it, as per usual. I prepare a hot griddle or stovetop grill, grease it a bit with some cooking spray. scoop out the squash in large pieces and throw them on to the griddle, mashing them just slightly into rough cakes or clumps. just basically let them get a bit of grill on them, toss them up, etc. i serve them up with a bit of paprika or mild chili powder, and even a drizzle of olive oil. you can mash it with your fork on your plate or whatever. it takes away from the pumpkin flavor, if it bothers you. kids dont notice it.
oh...eat with cheap red wine :P
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Date: 2005-09-29 02:03 pm (UTC)no subject
Date: 2005-09-29 01:54 pm (UTC)no subject
Date: 2005-09-29 02:02 pm (UTC)Anyway, butternut squash. Peel it, cut it into chunks, boil it and mash it up (much like mashed potatoes) adding creamy butter and top with cinnamon. Yum!
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Date: 2005-09-29 02:04 pm (UTC)Thanks for the tip! With these ideas, I'm going to have to be getting me some more squashes.
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Date: 2005-09-29 07:17 pm (UTC)1. Cut the bottom out of it
2. Scoop the insides out
3. Paint a lovely pattern on the outside
And hey presto you've got yourself a nice new hat that's niftier than Taylor Hanson's!
Brilliant!
Date: 2005-09-29 08:10 pm (UTC)You're insane!
Re: Brilliant!
Date: 2005-09-29 09:00 pm (UTC)