We wrap up 2005 with the Saturday Six, and bring in 2006 with the Sunday Seven. How’s that for a double whammy??
For those who’d like to join in on the fun, playing is simple: you can either answer the questions in this journal or you can answer them in your own blog and leave a link. It is strongly recommended that you answer the journals in your blog and post the link…since several of the people who are playing have relocated away from AOL, it’s important that …

When I was in school, I’d have been just as happy with an “A-” as I would be with an A. In this case, I’m not so sure…

You Have A Type A- Personality

A-

You are one of the most balanced people around
Motivated and focused, you are good at getting what you want
You rule at success, but success doesn’t rule you.
When it’s playtime, you really know how to kick back
Whether it’s hanging out with friends or doing something you love!
You live life to the fullest – encorporating the best of both …

So last week I let Tuesday go by without even realizing it. This week, I’m making up for it with a double edition of the Tuesday Two.
First, though, it’s time to recognize the person who was first to answer last week’s special challenge edition. That distinction goes to Hoppers of “Hoppers Happenings.” Congratulations!The rules, for those of you who are visiting for the first time, are simple: I offer you two questions related to a single topic. Choose one question (and only one) and answer …

One of the things I won’t miss when my AOL account converts itself into an AIM account will be those false-news headlines that appear on AOL’s welcome screen. Sometimes, it’s as if they were really hurting for something to talk about.
A recent one asked whether it was too early to judge Bill Clinton‘s presidency from a historical perspective. I was curious about what this controversy was all about, since most people don’t think twice about attempting to judge George W. Bush‘s presidency from a historical perspective before it’s even over.
The …

People like to blame today’s retail merchants for inflicting the custom of Christmas gifts upon us, but historians don’t agree on that assumption. They would point to ancient Rome, where the exchange of small gifts among family members was part of their year-end celebrations.
I’m sure it was a lot easier back then, despite modern technology.
There were no shopping malls, but this meant that there were no traffic jams. There were no Christmas sales, but this meant that there were no long lines to checkout. There were no …

The greatest Christmas movie, according to those who responded to the December poll, is “A Christmas Story.” The tale of little Ralphy, who was desperate for a BB rifle despite warnings that he’d shoot his eye out, received 27% of the vote.
The second most popular Christmas movie was my own favorite, “Miracle on 34th Street.” Though it has been remade several times, nothing compares, in my opinion, with the original 1947 version. Edmund Gwenn just looks and acts like Santa should, and that expression on little Natalie …

I hope all of you found that Santa had left just what you wanted under the tree this year. More about that in a moment.
But first, it’s time to recognize the first to play last week. Angelia Rian of “A Fallen Angel Under A Dark Moon” was first to answer last week’s question! Congratulations!
On to the challenge!
THIS WEEK’S QUESTION:
List up to seven Christmas presents you received this year. If you don’t celebrate Christmas or don’t exchange gifts for Christmas, then list up to seven gifts you received for your birthday …

Wil of “The Daily Snooze” asked if he’d missed a note about this week’s Tuesday Two being postponed. Until he asked, it had completely slipped my mind, which should give you an idea of the kind of week I’ve had. But, at least I remembered the Saturday Six!
For those who’d like to join in on the fun, playing is simple: you can either answer the questions in this journal or you can answer them in your own blog and leave a link. It is strongly recommended …

I have to give it credit: for only three questions, this one agrees with what the more complicated tests I’ve taken say.
(Although the looks bit is off.)

Your Personality Is

Guardian (SJ)
You are sensible, down to earth, and goal oriented.
Bottom line, you are good at playing by the rules.
You tend to be dominant – and you are a natural leader.
You are interested in rules and order. Morals are important to you.
A hard worker, you give your all at whatever you do.
You’re very serious, and people often tell you to lighten up.
In …

This could be a difficult question for you to answer, because most of you probably grab the remote when your favorite program takes a commercial break. But we’ll give the topic of television commercials a try anyway. A few years ago, TV Guide compiled a list of the 50 Greatest Television Commercials. There have been plenty of contenders since then, but it’s good for idea starters.
But first, it’s time to recognize the first to play last week. It was the second week in a row that …

Sorry I’m a bit late with this, but better late than never!
For those who’d like to join in on the fun, playing is simple: you can either answer the questions in this journal or you can answer them in your own blog and leave a link. It is strongly recommended that you answer the journals in your blog and post the link…since several of the people who are playing have relocated away from AOL, it’s important that everyone knows where your new (or temporary) blogging homes are, so …

“Don’t worry about the world coming to an end today. It’s already tomorrow in Australia.”
-Charles M. Schultz
You may have seen this before, but it made its way to my inbox again, so I thought I’d post it for those who’ve managed to miss it so far.
This is the philosophy of Charles M. Schultz, creator of Peanuts. Schultz admitted to battling depression and anxiety, and ended up folding many of his own insecurities into the character of Charlie Brown, making him a sort of Everyman.
You don’t have …