Kikikrush's Journals

coming soon!

i know i havent been posting much! and i do apologize! i am currently writing a series of blogs, each one will deal with one of life's little lessons, i will be posting one a day starting very soon i hope!

many thanks and love for your patience,

kristen

poster of the day (8/21/09)

motivational poster of the day (8/20/09)

i know this isnt really a motivational poster, but its still funny

bizarre.......

top ten bizarre road signs

10.

motivational poster of the day (8/16/09)

lol. this actually happened to me, i mean i wasnt eaten alive by a donkey obviously but in south dakota a donkey stuck its head in my window. it was wierd.

If it can't be fixed by duct tape or WD-40, it's a female problem.

10 skills every man should have.

i thought this is super funny especially since some of my guy friends are super into being masculine, i like to make fun of them for it because they are so silly.

The definition of being a man has changed drastically over the centuries. From he who can kill the buffalo, to he who can afford the most slaves, to he who can afford the tickets on the 50-yard line. The following ten points are the most important skills a man can have to survive in modern society.

10. score a baseball game

Attention to detail and knowledge of the game are vital in the ability to properly score a game. Knowing that a runner touching home scores a run is not enough. A man should be able to document in only a few letters, numbers, and symbols everything that he sees happen from the first pitch to the final out. You should also be able to explain why “BB” means walk.

9. Build a fire

This seemingly basic skill is often overlooked by those who never joined the Boy Scouts. The skill was fine-tuned centuries ago, but one can never be sure when he will have to provide a fire for warmth, to cook, or for sheer pleasure. Start with small dry twigs in the shape of a teepee, and slowly build up to larger pieces of wood. Don’t smother it, but don’t let too much air in.

8. Tie a Tie

Imagine waking up the day of an important meeting or interview, showering, getting dressed, and then not being able to tie the tie. The open collar look might work for some of us, but for most it will simply look sloppy. There are plenty of videos on youtube to help you out. Personally I use a little cheat-sheet given to my grandfather by a department store in the ‘50s. Some things just don’t change with time. Looking good is one of them. I recommend learning the “four in hand” method as it is the simplest – the adventurous might want to try a full windsor. Be sure to have a dimple in the tie

7. Hold their own in any sport

Whether in the pool hall or a volleyball game at the company picnic, no one wants to lose. More importantly, no one wants to look like an idiot. As they say, you can’t win them all, but you can keep yourself from being embarrassed. A man should know the basic skills of every major sport, football, basketball, soccer, baseball, hockey, and various forms of non athletic games such as poker, pool, and fishing. Also, one should be able to explain the rules and basic skills of any of these competitions to any woman who asks.

6. Car Maintenance

Every man has been in this situation: On a date with a cute girl, when suddenly the car stops working. She looks at you with those wide eyes, assuming you know how to fix it. Surprise ladies, we are not all mechanics. However, a man should be able to change a tire, jump start a car, recognize any fluids in the car, and be able to get the car to someone who can fix it, while not showing weakness in front of his lady.

5. wingman

As a man, you have certain responsibilities to your friends. Possibly the most important one is to help him get laid. It may involve starting the conversation, or even distracting the less desirable friend. You should be able to accept anything short of long-term physical injury in order to help a buddy out. These acts should be rewarded for their bravery and must be re-paid.

4. Converse

A good conversation is almost an art form. The ability to be interesting and charismatic without dominating a conversation is a skill reserved for the real men amongst us. A man should have a good joke on hand, as well as a supported opinion of most current events, from the threat of Iran as a nuclear power to the Pacers’ need for a starting center.

3. Basic First Aid

CPR, the Heimlich maneuver, dressing cuts, scrapes, burns, and bruises, are all invaluable skills that could benefit you to know. It could mean the difference between life and death, or simply make you more comfortable. The possible importance of these skills can not be understated. Knowing these skills will also keep you from panicking if the situation should arise. It will keep everyone safer and can save lives.

2. Fix Things

As Clint Eastwood said in Gran Torino, “WD-40, a vice grip, and a roll of duct tape. Any man worth his salt can fix almost any problem with this stuff alone”. Most household problems, from squeaky doors to dripping faucets, can be fixed easily by anyone with a clue. Fixing things by yourself will save you money and be more satisfying than calling in a professional.

1. Cook

Long gone are the days of hunting and gathering, where any food was considered good food. A real man should know his way around a kitchen and be able to cook a good meal now and again. When in the company of others, ramen and poptarts do not count. Check out some of our previous lists for some tips and ideas.

motivational poster of the day (8/14/09)

age

im going garage saling with my mom today! yay!!

hunny pie you are making me crazy.

so i was bored and googled the top pet peeves::

10. overuse of the word actually

"I actually do actually believe what you are actually saying without you actually having to qualify it with the word actual."

9. global warming propoganda

"In the 1970’s it was the coming Ice Age. So much hysteria. So little evidence"

8. Bad service at a resturant

7. putting others down

6. thugs

"News Flash, being a "thug" is not "cool" anymore, pull up your pants"

5. Bitchy School girls

4. screaming children/ temper tantrums

3. movie talkers

2. not washing hands after using the restroom

1. mouth noises.

ok, now heres my list of pet peeves::

10. not washing your hands after using the bathroom

agreed with that one. gross.

9. h1n1

you're probablly not going to get it, you can take off that mask, you look ridiculous.

8. movie talkers

7. crooked slow walkers

walk slow, fine, but it is unnecesary to zig zag and block the whole sidewalk, control yourself

6. people who say "grow up"

usually they are the ones who need to "grow up"

5. global warming propoganda

calm down

4. 15 year olds who dress like sluts

just because you just got boobs and hips doesnt mean everyone wants to see them.

3. people who put down other people

2. people who tell "fish tales"

no, the "fish" was not that big.

1. poor phone ettiquette

if your hanging out with someone, hangout with them, dont waste their time by constantly being on your phone, your messages will be there later too.

now I want to know your top three pet peeves.........

motivational poster of the day (8/11/09)

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motivational poster of the day (8/09/09)

haha!

lazy sunday. my parents came back from vacation today. so dinner with them lata.