A Peek at Karen's World: Happy SITSmas!

What I Just Watched at the Theater

Alice in Wonderland--You know it's Tim Burton from the very first frame. Looks great, the story's great, Helena and Johnny are HILARIOUS and there are plenty of recognizable voices to the CGI characters. Just wasn't thrilled with the casting for Alice. She was too shy and quiet. But overall, I liked it and I'm going to see it again when I'm more awake.
Avatar--Stunningly beautiful. The story was fairly generic, but the characters and the visual effects were so great that the nearly three hours passed in a blink.
The Imaginarium of Dr. Parnassus--Heath Ledger's final film is weird. But beautiful and surreal and fun. And, if you HAPPEN to know anyone else who's seen it, rejoice. Because you're going to want to talk about it.
Valentine's Day--It's no Love, Actually but I still thoroughly enjoyed it. I laughed. I cried. It was better than...well...Bradley Cooper is pretty!

Stuff I Just Watched From the Comfort of My Own Couch

Brick--I am a huge fan of noir and I love this combo of noir/90s teen drama. Joseph Gordon-Leavitt is a compelling actor to watch and the story draws you in. Loved it.
Confessions of a Shopaholic--Predictable, but cute. And Isla Fisher actually didn't annoy me.
Fever Pitch--Not the BoSox-heavy Jimmy Fallon version, but the original Colin Firth version. I loved it. It's a little more raw, and a little less cutesy, and I really liked it.
House Bunny--Completely cheesy, but Anna Faris is just so funny!
Seems Like Old Times--Cheesy Chevy Chase/Goldie Hawn flick, but fun and silly and not a bad way movie to have on in the background while doing other things.

What I Just Finished Reading

Ghost Hunting by Jason Hawes and Grant Wilson--An insightful look into the world of T.A.P.S. This book explains how the team came to be and highlights some of their more memorable experiences. It was great to get a more in-depth look at some of the cases I remember watching on ScyFy.
These Is My Words by Nancy Turner--Beautiful, rich story written in journal form and telling about 20 years in the life of Sarah Prine, a strong and capable woman living in the Arizona Territory at the end of the 19th Century. It's difficult and sad, but beautiful.
Body Surfing by Dale Peck--I really didn't enjoy this book. At all. You can check out my full review, which is not flattering.

65 in 365: 2010

1. Read 30 books. 4/30
2. Renew my passport.
3. Sing in public (at church or something).
4. Go to a film festival.
5. Finish current novel.
6. Query at least 10 agents.
7. Go to the gym an average of 3X per week.
8. Organize a Blogger Meet Up.
9. Attend a blogging or writing conference.
10. Organize my bedroom.
11. Paint bedroom furniture.
12. Change my hair.
13. Buy new running shoes.
14. Finish raising/saving money for H4H.
15. 100% Visiting Teaching EVERY month. 2/12
16. Back up all photos and print some of them.
17. Finish mission scrapbook.
18. Finish Utah scrapbook.
19. Try rock climbing.
20. Go to 10 Angels games.
21. Ride the train to LA for a day trip.
22. Go to one of Little Sis's basketball games.
23. Wear size 12 jeans.
24. Mail birthday cards to at least 5 friends.
25. Organize and participate in Single Adult Family Home Evening.
26. Throw or attend an Oscar party.
27. Get the sibs together for an updated family photo.
28. Save up for a DSLR.
29. Replace the windshield on my car.
30. Find out names of great-grandfather Herman's parents.
31. Donate to a political campaign.
32. Decide who to support for CA Governor.
33. Walk in a park.
34. Watch 25 movies from my Netflix list. 9/25
35. Visit a museum.
36. Take The Nephew somewhere fun--just the two of us.
37. Organize Girl's Night Out 4 times. 1/4
38. Visit Kelli in St. George.
39. Learn the rules and play D&D.
40. Go to a TV show taping.
41. Buy 4 gifts from Etsy shops.
42. Buy and wear more professional work clothes.
43. Go to the dentist.
44. Read scriptures 30 mins a day for 30 days. Restart at 0 if I miss a day. 1/30
45. Bake a pie entirely from scratch.
46. Pedicures every other month.
47. Get CPR certified.
48. Donate blood twice.
49. Go camping.
50. See the Grand Canyon.
51. Buy a golf bag and go to the driving range 6 times.
52. Change the oil on my car--myself.
53. Save $1000 without spending it.
54. Sew a skirt and wear it in public.
55. Complete a 500 piece puzzle.
56. Give $$ to a panhandler.
57. Open Roth IRA account.
58. Wash/vacuum car once a month. 0/12
59. Clean out closet and donate clothes that don't fit.
60. Get new glasses.
61. Have my hearing checked.
62. Run a 5K.
63. Organize a Pride & Prejudice viewing party.
64. Invite my family over for dinner.
65. Donate $5 for every item not completed. (Readers choose the charity.)

Tuesday, December 8, 2009

Happy SITSmas!

Hello friends and SITStas!

Today's an exciting and fun-filled day full of Christmas spirit and friends and prizes!

If you want to know what this whole SITSmas thing is all about, check it out here.

So part of the fun today is in posting our Christmas cards. I've been thinking about the whole Christmas card thing, what with the big holiday being a mere two and a half weeks away. I haven't sent a single card yet, but I thought I'd send the holiday love to all of my blog friends with a fun little musical, courtesy of Jib Jab and Office Max. Enjoy!

Send your own ElfYourself eCards

29 comments:

Seth M. Ward said...: That was borderline creepy.....

lol

But anywho.....

Merry Christmas....

Oh snap.....

I'm not suppose to say that......; December 8, 2009 2:15 AM
Just Playin' said...: I did this same card last year. It's a hoot!; December 8, 2009 3:54 AM
singedwingangel said...: I love ELFYOURSELF Merry SITSmas to you as well..; December 8, 2009 4:00 AM
Julie said...: Merry SITSmas! What a great way to celebrate with ElfYourself! I did that last week on my blog... and it was very much enjoyable! :)

Blessings!; December 8, 2009 5:20 AM
Chrissy MacCEO said...: Merry SITSmas!; December 8, 2009 5:24 AM
Shorty said...: Gotta love Jib Jab! (I haven't mailed any cards either. I think I'm using the excuse of 'going green' and not wasting paper this year. Think that will save me?); December 8, 2009 5:24 AM
Lyn said...: Awesome!; December 8, 2009 6:49 AM
Kristina P. said...: You look adorable!; December 8, 2009 8:10 AM
Jennee said...: That elf look is good for you. Ever consider a career change?!?!? That was funny!; December 8, 2009 9:28 AM
Queenie Jeannie said...: Merry SITSmas!!!; December 8, 2009 9:30 AM
Shell said...: Merry SITSmas! I keep trying to "elf" my family, but I can't seem to find pics where our faces would work.; December 8, 2009 10:03 AM
2 Toddlers and Me said...: This is awesome! I did this with my kids and their cousins. They thought it was a riot!; December 8, 2009 10:58 AM
The Only Girl said...: Merry SITSmas to you! Hope you win something!; December 8, 2009 10:59 AM
Joy said...: Wishing you a very merry SITSmas Karen!; December 8, 2009 10:59 AM
Sara said...: Two and a half weeks? You just made my head explode a little.
Oh well, Merry SITSmas anyway! :); December 8, 2009 11:11 AM
sandy said...: Have a very Merry SITSmas!; December 8, 2009 12:39 PM
Lori said...: There's a whole lot of Elfin goin on with you today!; December 8, 2009 4:17 PM
chrisy said...: Cute ELFin card! Merry SITSmas!; December 8, 2009 5:04 PM
Shelley said...: Hey Karen,

MERRY SITSmas.; December 8, 2009 5:33 PM
Midday Escapades said...: Oh, I remember those elf cards. They are fun. Merry SITSmas!; December 8, 2009 6:22 PM
Christina said...: These are awesome Merry SITS-mas!; December 8, 2009 7:06 PM
Hanneke Nelson said...: Merry SITSmas!; December 8, 2009 8:07 PM
saltsays said...: Happy SITSmas!!! :); December 8, 2009 8:33 PM
Shannon said...: These "elf yourself" cards are too funny!

Merry SITSmas to you :); December 8, 2009 8:37 PM
KK said...: Merry SITSmas!; December 8, 2009 9:43 PM
Veronica Lee said...: Merry SITSmas!! Lovely blog.; December 9, 2009 6:34 AM
~*Michelle*~ said...: very cute!!!!!!

Merry Christmas, er SITSmas, my friend!!!; December 9, 2009 7:21 AM
Andi said...: Been visiting you for a few weeks, love your blog. Sorry I am late, but I am making my way through the entire SITSmas list, I want to visit everyone to wish everyone happy holidays! So Merry SITSmas!; December 9, 2009 7:35 PM
Sarafree said...: Merry SITSmas! I think I might just skip the holiday cards this year. I'm so behind!; December 10, 2009 5:59 PM