The Ballard Bunch

1. Currently, the only skinny thing about me are my fingers. Maybe it’s because they get a “work out” w/ all the computer time?
2. I love to cook, I hate to clean up. But I hate someone else cleaning up even more – I’m super OCD about where things go.
3. My secret goal in life is to be a wedding planner.
4. I’m the oldest of five kids, but only two of us have the same mom and the same dad. Blended family, baby.
5. I know every word to “Parents Just Don’t Understand” (DJ Jazzy Jeff & the Fresh Prince), “What’s Your Fantasy” (Ludacris), and “Supercalifragalisticexpyalidocious”. I think Connie and I paused and played a tape for an hour or so in Jr. High to memorize the last one. I can even say it backwards. Geeks.
6. I have a total freak crush on Neil Diamond. Love everything about him.
7. I’d make out with Justin Timberlake if given the opportunity. Beau knows.
8. I’ve had three kids in three years.
9. Only one of my kids has pooped in the bathtub and she’s only done it once. I feel extremely blessed. 
10. I can’t go to bed w/ a messy kitchen or living room – even if I get home from work at 2:30 in the morning, I will stay up to clean it.
11. I once ran into a deer while rollerblading. Really.
12. I’m very accident-prone.
13. I broke my arm doing push ups. Nothing will make you feel chubbier, I promise.
14. I swore I’d never live in Utah permanently. Been here 10+ years. It’s official.
15. My daughter and I have a freckle in the same spot on our bum cheek. More info than you wanted, I’m sure.
16. I’m addicted to blogging. Updating my own. Reading yours. Stalking your friends. I love it.
17. Beau likes Miracle Whip, I like Mayo. For the rest of our lives we’ll be a two jar family – neither of us will budge.
18. I only wear real clothes (ie. Jeans) when I have to go somewhere. The second I get home and up until the moment I leave, I’m in comfy pants.
19. I will wear flip flops all year long. No matter the weather. They’re just so easy.
20. No one can fold my towels the way I like them.
21. Rodents of any kind freak me out. This includes guinea pigs, gerbils, rabbits (I know), ferrets (again, I know), etc. Not just rats and mice, but they are the worst.
22. I’m currently writing a book, but it’s still in the development stages. Can’t really elaborate, but it’ll be for all you moms out there!
23. I went to high school w/ Cherie Johnson from “Punky Brewster”
24. I could kick anyone’s butt at “Saved by the Bell” Trivia. Bring it.
25. I long to go on a vacation w/ my husband and not have to worry about the kids or money.
26. I do the same thing every day. I do the same thing every day. I do the same thing every day.
27. I make a mean chocolate-butterscotch-oatmeal cookie.
28. I was born in 1977. Three years before my husband.
29. I, too make lists. And sometimes add items that I’ve already completed just so I can see something crossed off. Makes me feel accomplished.
30. I’m addicted to sewing projects lately.
31. My husband works harder than anyone I know.
32. I have the world’s cutest kids. I really think I do.
33. When I get really mad, I cry and I HATE it. I wish I was super tough in instances like that.
34. Shanna and I are not girls to cross on Black Friday.
35. I think boys are just as fun to shop for as girls. I was scared about this, but I find the cutest stuff for Layne, too! This isn’t a good thing – just makes me want to shop more.
36. I hate most of the moms at McDonalds. Three Words: Watch. Your. Children.
37. I’m obsessed w/ Big Brother and America’s Next Top Model. I have issues.
38. I use my TV as a babysitter sometimes. *shhh* But really, who doesn’t?
39. I want a professional camera, but don’t know that I’ll ever afford one (at least not right now)
40. I can get along with most anyone.
41. My husband and I met at The Gateway. If we hadn’t found a spider in Cathy’s car, we probably would have been long gone before they came out and hollered at us our their truck window. Weird to think we could have not met because of timing.
42. Writing 100 things about yourself is harder than it seems.
43. I get about 4-5 hours sleep a night. And sometimes a nap during the day, if I can time naps properly.
44. I have nursing issues. Can’t do it and it frustrates me beyond belief.
45. I’ve had the same best friend since 7th grade.
46. I love showering, but hate blow-drying my hair.
47. I gained 54 pounds w/ my first pregnancy. That explains a lot.
48. I don’t buy things, I make things. Not in a pioneer-woman kind of way (we buy clothes), but if I can make something I have a hard time paying for it. That’ my mom in me.
49. I’m an impulse buyer.
50. I love pretty packaging.
51. I like to fix my girls’ hair, but I get too frustrated when they mess it up. I usually have to do it a few times a day.
52. I love that my kids all got Beau’s dimples.
53. I love Beau’s dimples.
54. The book isn’t always better than the movie.
55. I really need a pedicure. And my nails done.
56. I wish I saw my husband more. Our schedules are opposite (for kid watching reasons) and I miss him.
57. I miss pranks w/ my roommates.
58. I’m horrible w/ money.
59. I vacuum twice a day. But I hate doing the stairs – those are grossly neglected.
60. I love me some Dr. Pepper
61. Hayden gets wicked ear infections and it stresses me out.
62. The only jewelry I really wear on a regular basis is my wedding ring. I hate things touching my neck, so necklaces are totally out, unless they’re really loose.
63. Spanx are my best friend.
64. The scale is my enemy.
65. I’ve met some of my most favorite people via my blog.
66. I never, ever want to see myself give birth. I don’t think there is anything intriguing about seeing that…no mirrors, please.
67. Tan fat is cuter than white fat. At least that’s what I tell myself.
68. I tried to avoid it, but I’m “Twilight” obsessed.
69. I like to give people things. It’s fun to see happy.
70. I love to surprise, but I hate being surprised. Totally hate it – it’s a control thing.
71. I wish my family lived closer.
72. I hate how they finished our basement, but at least it’s finished, I guess.
73. I love Banana Cream Pie Snack Packs
74. I have a really great husband. He helps, without me asking. That is seriously the biggest turn-on for me.
75. I had SO much fun at my wedding reception. I wish I could do it again.
76. When I was little, I had the best Halloween costumes in school. My mom made them every year and she rocked it.
77. I hate cleaning the bathroom – with a passion. I do it, but I hate it.
78. I love reconnecting w/ old friends.
79. I was once part of a “pretend” barbershop. This made Kendra’s list, too. A boy knocked at our door, said he was there for the haircut and we let him in. He even went home to get his own clippers because we told him everyone brought their won. For the rest of the time we knew him we called him Butch. We shaved his head.
80. I’m not a mom who can’t let her kids cry. I have no problem w/ the “cry it out” theory of sleep. Maybe that’s why all of my kids have been good sleepers. Layne isn’t to that point yet (too little to let him cry) but he’s well on his way to being a superstar like his sisters.
81. I’m afraid of the dark.
82. I refuse to watch scary movies.
83. Not a cat person.
84. I can’t stand the cartoon “Caillou”. The kid is sooooooooo whiney – makes me want to scream.
85. I love it when my kids make each other laugh.
86. I also know all the words to “The Humpty Dance”
87. I would love to take the following classes: photography, floral arranging, cake decorating.
88. I have issue w/ generic diapers, tampons & Mac & Cheese.
89. I can find almost anything for anyone online. It’s a talent, google mamma.
90. The last movie I watched was “P.S., I love you.”
91. I miss running all the time like I did before I got married. Not only because I was in good shape, but I really did enjoy it.
92. I made out with my husband on our first date. For three hours in his truck at the 7-11 parking lot. We weren’t there randomly – we met halfway because I lived in Provo and he lived in West Jordan. He was dropping me at my car and it took awhile for me to get out of the truck!
93. Lately, I’m addicted to Coldplay again. I went through a phase and now it’s back.
94. My favorite websites are: eBay, Etsy, ksl.com, Shutterfly & craig’s list.
95. I change more diapers in a day than a person should ever have to.
96. Crockpot meals are my favorite thing to make. Early prep, early clean up, easy dinner.
97. I can always take a nap. That is, if my kids aren’t running around the house. But I have no problem falling asleep at any time, really.
98. I don’t feel 30.
99. I’m not sure what 30 is supposed to feel like.
100. This was much easier than I thought it would be!

I tag anyone brave enough to try!