You might be wondering, “So what the heck is this Monday Poll thing anyway?”
Well, it isn’t much of a poll. It’s more just a constantly evolving (devolving?), somewhat random list of questions I’ve been putting out to readers every Monday morning for the past seven years. I’ve always enjoyed reading your answers in the comments, and I hope you enjoy reading mine.
- Have you ever owned a Caboodle?
YES, and I still have it, LOL! My grandma bought it for me many moons ago. It’s mint green and pink, and I keep old costume jewelry in it from my teen years that I don’t wear anymore but can’t part with.Funny thing is…I don’t think I ever kept makeup in it. I’ve always used it for jewelry and knick-knacks.
- What’s the first thing you do when you get to work?
Well, the workday here at Tabs the Cat Industries, LLC, starts early. First, I make a pot of coffee, and then clean off my desk, which isusuallyalways a mess from the day before. - What’s the bravest thing you’ve ever done?
Hmm… Well, the first thing that comes to mind was when I left a secure job working in the legal department for a big company to pursue freelance writing some years ago.Thank goodness for El Hub…because without his encouragement, I don’t think I would’ve done that on my own.
- How often do you entertain?
Rarely, but not because I don’t want to. I just don’t ever feel like I have enough time to get it together to invite people over, plan a meal, then clean and cook. - What’s one of your mottos?
“Please leave your crazy at the door.” - How many hours of sleep do you get a night?
Around 7-8, which is enough for me to function, but not enough to be my best. I think I do my best when I get — no kidding — 10-12 hours of sleep. - We’re rollin’ up to In-N-Out for lunch! What would you like?
A grilled cheese with grilled onions, tomato and lettuce (cut in half please). Also, fries and a vanilla shake.I’ll run it all off later (I hope).
- What three things never fail to make you smile?
When men hold and coo at babies, watching kittens (especially tabbies) play, seeing something I’ve been wanting to buy go on sale (YES!). - What mascara are you wearing today?
MAC Extended Play Gigablack Lash. We fell out of love for a while, but we’re back together again. - When was the last time you saw a rainbow?
It has been a while, but then we haven’t seen much rain here in California this year…May 2012, I think?
Now it’s your turn. Just copy and paste the following questions into a comment with your answers. I look forward to reading ’em! 🙂
1. Have you ever owned a Caboodle?
2. What’s the first thing you do when you first get to work?
3. What’s the bravest thing you’ve ever done?
4. How often do you entertain?
5. What’s one of your mottos?
6. How many hours of sleep do you get a night?
7. We’re rollin’ up to In-N-Out for lunch! What would you like to order?
8. What three things never fail to make you smile?
9. What mascara are you wearing today?
10. When was the last time you saw a rainbow?
Happy Martin Luther King Jr. Day, everyone. Are you taking the day off? Things are proceeding as usual here at Tabs the Cat Industries, LLC. Tabs figures that jumping right back into the regular work schedule will help distract us from the heartbreak of the 49ers losing the game yesterday (he doesn’t want to talk about it).
Hope you’re having a nice day so far. I’m about to make a second cup of coffee. Would you like one, too?
Your friendly neighborhood beauty addict,
Karen
Ruchita says
1. Have you ever owned a Caboodle?
Yes! I had the exact same mint green and pink one. I’m not sure what happened to it. I hope it’s still in my parent’s basement somewhere.
2. What’s the first thing you do when you first get to work?
Get a cup of hot chocolate or tea.
3. What’s the bravest thing you’ve ever done?
Get married. There was some family tension about my decision, but things are good now.
4. How often do you entertain?
We don’t formally entertain, but we’ll have people over a couple of times a month. It’s very casual. Everyone brings food and my husband mixes drinks.
5. What’s one of your mottos?
This too shall pass.
6. How many hours of sleep do you get a night?
I get about 5-6. I want more like 8-10. Seriously, I love to sleep. Saturday mornings are the best.
7. We’re rollin’ up to In-N-Out for lunch! What would you like to order?
I have never been to In-N-Out. I’ve heard it’s awesome!
8. What three things never fail to make you smile?
1. Fluffy kitty belly – especially when it’s Mingy sleeping flat on his back.
2. Pretty much any scene from Bridesmaids, which was just on TV last night.
3. Freshly frosted cupcakes that I’ve just finished baking.
9. What mascara are you wearing today?
Maybelline Mega Plush
10. When was the last time you saw a rainbow?
I think it was last year – maybe late summer or fall.
Happy Monday!
Ashley H. says
1. Have you ever owned a Caboodle?
No, I usually go for train cases and bags made of fabric. Mine are all leopard print.
2. What’s the first thing you do when you first get to work?
I like to set up my desk for the day, look at what needs to be done, organize, etc. I am also OCD about checking email, so I do that too.
3. What’s the bravest thing you’ve ever done?
Nothing serious, I love rollercoasters. The steeper and faster the better. I am not usually a risk taker.
4. How often do you entertain?
Every once in a while, not as often as I’d like. I just finished school so it took up most of my time.
5. What’s one of your mottos?
Where there’s a will, there’s a way.
6. How many hours of sleep do you get a night?
About 6-9 (hopefully), but sometimes that number can drop to 3 or 4.
7. We’re rollin’ up to In-N-Out for lunch! What would you like to order?
There are no In-N-Outs where I live, so I’ll pretend its McDonald’s. When I’m hungry I go for Premium Chicken and Ranch Wrap with Fries and a Coke.
8. What three things never fail to make you smile?
Happy babies playing or laughing. Getting a deal on something I want. Anything funny like videos, jokes, etc.
9. What mascara are you wearing today?
MAC In Extreme Dimension
10. When was the last time you saw a rainbow?
A long time ago, perhaps elementary school. I remember the rainbow not when I saw it if that makes sense.
Donna N says
1. Have you ever owned a Caboodle?
–yes, and we still have it, although my husband repurposed it to store little bits and pieces of computer parts, so it’s in his workroom area of our basement–it’s bright blue and green with a neon pink handle and closure—VERY MANLY–LOL!!!
2. What’s the first thing you do when you first get to work?
–ditch my coat, hat and gloves, turn on my computer and then go make a big cup of tea!!
3. What’s the bravest thing you’ve ever done?
–when I was younger (and QUITE naive of the dangers of the world), I chased after a shoplifting duo that I had witnessed in a United Colors of Benetton store that doesn’t even exist anymore. Needless to say, in today’s violent climate, I would not do the same…..
4. How often do you entertain?
–rarely ever….we’re QUITE the homebodies and rarely go out—I think it’s because of the toddler in our midst—she occupies most of our free time!
5. What’s one of your mottos?
–“easy-peasy lemon squeezy”….my daughter giggles when I say it 🙂
6. How many hours of sleep do you get a night?
–I try for a minimum of at least 6hours—during the work week I have to get up by 5am so I can get myself ready PLUS the munchkin, so we can be out the door and in the car by 7:25am at the latest!!
7. We’re rollin’ up to In-N-Out for lunch! What would you like to order?
–well, a cheeseburger (NO lettuce or onion, please) and a root beer–thanks for offering! 😉
8. What three things never fail to make you smile?
–my daughter’s giggle, hugs from my husband and a good cup of tea!
9. What mascara are you wearing today?
–based on your review, I’m trying the dual-ended CoverGirl BOMBSHELL VOLUME by LashBlast mascara in Very Black…I’ve been wearing it now for about a week and while the first day was a bit brutal (my eyes itched to HOLY HECK!), I’ve since gotten used to the formula and love that it wears and doesn’t rub off—I even accidently slept in it one night and didn’t have my usually RACCOON eyes the following morning, like with other brands—so far so good!
10. When was the last time you saw a rainbow?
–I would have to say October, just before it started to get really cold here on the east coast.
Twyla says
1. Have you ever owned a Caboodle? Yes! a hot pink one.. in fact its still in my closet!
2. What’s the first thing you do when you first get to work? Turn on the computer and lights
3. What’s the bravest thing you’ve ever done? I moved half way across Canada knowing no one to start a new job. I learned to eat dinner alone & go to the movies alone until I met people. great learning experience to discover your own self
4. How often do you entertain? 0. maybe twice in 7 years lol
5. What’s one of your mottos? Live for today as tomorrow may not come..
6. How many hours of sleep do you get a night? 5-6 max..but thats not solid sleep, more like toss & turn sleep
7. We’re rollin’ up to In-N-Out for lunch! What would you like to order? one of everything as I’ve never had it before!!!
8. What three things never fail to make you smile? Kitties! Nature! & vacation planning
9. What mascara are you wearing today? “Yes they’re Real”
10. When was the last time you saw a rainbow? last year…
thebeautybadger says
Hi Karen,
These look like fun ones for the day! Thanks for always having these to start my week with a smile!
1. Have you ever owned a Caboodle? Actually yes, when I was a lot younger I had a small purple one.
2. What’s the first thing you do when you first get to work? First thing I do is start up my computer and then go get a coffee.
3. What’s the bravest thing you’ve ever done? I went para-sailing in the Bahamas and it was pretty cool but a little scary.
4. How often do you entertain? Usually once a weekend we have some friends over before we go out, but nothing like a dinner party or anything.
5. What’s one of your mottos? ‘You don’t know what you don’t know’
6. How many hours of sleep do you get a night? Usually about 6 hours even though I would like 8
7. We’re rollin’ up to In-N-Out for lunch! What would you like to order? A veggie burger if they had one!
8. What three things never fail to make you smile? My kitties, yummy candles, and my best friends.
9. What mascara are you wearing today? None right now actually, I’m about to go to the gym so I didn’t want to look like a raccoon.
10. When was the last time you saw a rainbow? Oh wow quite a while ago.
Happy Monday everyone, enjoy the day 🙂
Rikki Poynter says
1. Have you ever owned a Caboodle?
I have!
2. What’s the first thing you do when you first get to work?
Turn on the computer.
3. What’s the bravest thing you’ve ever done?
Lived.
4. How often do you entertain?
When I upload YouTube videos and blog.
5. What’s one of your mottos?
I don’t have one!
6. How many hours of sleep do you get a night?
Anywhere from 5 to 9, usually.
7. We’re rollin’ up to In-N-Out for lunch! What would you like to order?
I’m stepping back from meat, but if I got something there, it’d be the cheeseburger but without pickles and the thousand island sauce it comes with and fries.
8. What three things never fail to make you smile?
Makeup, kittens, Brian Joo.
9. What mascara are you wearing today?
Some emcosmetics one.
10. When was the last time you saw a rainbow?
It’s definitely been a while!
fgirl says
1. Have you ever owned a Caboodle?
Of course I had one (child of the 80s, teen of the early 90s). It was a peachy pink, which I don’t think was my first choice, but they were hard to find.
2. What’s the first thing you do when you first get to work?
I check my email.
3. What’s the bravest thing you’ve ever done?
I moved to Chicago without a job right after lawschool. I eventually got a job, but that was a long summer.
4. How often do you entertain?
Exactly what you said.
5. What’s one of your mottos?
Perception is key.
6. How many hours of sleep do you get a night?
Not enough. Usually 5 or 6. I need about 8.
7. We’re rollin’ up to In-N-Out for lunch! What would you like to order?
A cheeseburger. Animal style. And fries. So wish we had this on the east coast.
8. What three things never fail to make you smile?
Snuggly kitties, hugs from my nephews, when my mom brings me starbucks.
9. What mascara are you wearing today?
L’Oreal Butterfly lash. I hated all drugstore mascara until I tried this one. Love it.
10. When was the last time you saw a rainbow?
Not sure, probably a few months ago when I was traveling for work.
Julia Alkaseltzer says
Happy Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, Karen! I’m actually home sick so I had to use a sick day today. 🙁 But I am convincing myself that I can use this day to relax and not be so stressed. I’ll start by filling out this poll! 🙂
1. Have you ever owned a Caboodle?
I haven’t actually. I’ve had other sorts of makeup cases, given to me when I was younger. I don’t remember brands.. but I loved them!
2. What’s the first thing you do when you first get to work?
I head to the break room and put my lunch in the fridge, and I fill up my water bottle, while checking to see if there is anything new and exciting in the vending machines.
3. What’s the bravest thing you’ve ever done?
A tie between studying/living in England for a year and moving to Arizona. Both involves me living without family and friends and being completely out of my comfort zone.
4. How often do you entertain?
I’ve never actually done that. The closest I’ve entertained was with my parents who held family get togethers. I do dream of it whenever I’m at BevMo, buying all the nifty party favors and holding a cocktail party.. oh the dream. XD
5. What’s one of your mottos?
Go where the wind takes you.
6. How many hours of sleep do you get a night?
8-9 hours of sleep. I love sleep.
7. We’re rollin’ up to In-N-Out for lunch! What would you like to order?
Cheeseburger animal style! Fries and a drink too, please 😀
8. What three things never fail to make you smile?
People helping people. When I am offered food. Babies smiling and laughing!
9. What mascara are you wearing today?
I lack mascara today.. though should I put on my Lancome Hypnose Star mascara to be sick in style?
10. When was the last time you saw a rainbow?
A rainbow I remember was last March or April? I believe it was a double rainbow, it was a dreary Sunday and upon entering the mall, I saw people scattered around the parking lot and staring toward one direction. Oh, those rainbows..
Kellie says
1. Have you ever owned a Caboodle? Yes!!! I had a sparkly blue one during my teen years. I actually miss that thing.
2. What’s the first thing you do when you first get to work? Boot up my computer, check my email, check voicemails and make a list of any clients I need to call. Usually a Starbucks run soon after 🙂
3. What’s the bravest thing you’ve ever done? Fall in love!
4. How often do you entertain? Never. I think once in the last two years we had family over for Christmas. Our kitties were mad, lol.
5. What’s one of your mottos? Everything happens for a reason.
6. How many hours of sleep do you get a night? 6-9. I do my best with 9-12, same as you Karen! I need lots of sleep to feel normal.
7. We’re rollin’ up to In-N-Out for lunch! What would you like to order? I always look forward to visiting Cali, just for the In and Out! I will take a single patty cheeseburger, fries, and a diet coke please!
8. What three things never fail to make you smile? My cats being weirdos, my husband making a joke, and a sunny day.
9. What mascara are you wearing today? Buxom lash mascara.
10. When was the last time you saw a rainbow? I think a few years ago! We have them a lot here, but I just never seem to be outside when they happen! Stupid work! Lol
Gloria says
1. Have you ever owned a Caboodle?
No, but I’ve always wanted one! Though nowadays I want a train – it just looks so cool to have your makeup in one.
2. What’s the first thing you do when you first get to work?
Sip coffee. I need coffee in order to function.
3. What’s the bravest thing you’ve ever done?
I think quitting my job and moving to NYC was and still is the bravest thing I’ve ever done. But not only do I have the support and encouragement of family and friends, so many people in this loving beauty industry are uber supportive, too.
4. How often do you entertain?
I haven’t since moving to NYC. I need to furnish my apartment before I can really have guests over. The last time I had a friend over we just watched YouTube videos and took a nap.
5. What’s one of your mottos?
Stop trying and just do it. My sister instilled that motto in me when I was 13 and whining about trying.
6. How many hours of sleep do you get a night?
On a good night I get 7-8 hours, but usually I get 5-6 hours. Even if I do go to bed early, I wake up in the middle of the night for a while. Last night I found a headboard for my bed at 4 am!
7. We’re rollin’ up to In-N-Out for lunch! What would you like to order?
Cheeseburger with whole grilled onions and chopped onions, animal style fries and a lemon-up.
8. What three things never fail to make you smile?
Puppies, kitties and Scott Eastwood shirtless (sorry Ryan, you’re just not doing it for me anymore).
9. What mascara are you wearing today?
Covergirl Lash Blast Clump Crusher. It’s the ish.
10. When was the last time you saw a rainbow?
A few months ago I believe. Hmmm…
Katherine M says
1. Have you ever owned a Caboodle?
~Can’t say I have.
2. What’s the first thing you do when you first get to work?
~I’ve had about 2 totally different jobs now, but in the ER I used to like to get there early and check out what was going on. I also had a routine down for the mornings (usually stocking needed to be done, or else we wouldn’t have what we needed for the day). In my other job, we had PT (physical training) first thing in the morning on the day schedule.
3. What’s the bravest thing you’ve ever done?
~For me, maintaining a positive attitude and being self-motivated when all the odds have been against me. It helps when you have support at home when you are taking a big leap from a “safe” job to one where you aren’t sure what will happen. It’s hard to be positive when there are some people in this world who are determined to make you feel horrible about things beyond your control. It’s hard to help others when you aren’t sure about things yourself, but I’ve done it.
4. How often do you entertain?
~Not very often…like you, I feel like there isn’t enough time to plan, cook, and clean. I think I like it in theory more than I actually like doing it.
5. What’s one of your mottos?
~one of my mottos is now one of husband’s “you are in charge of how you feel.” I love that one because it reminds me that someone can try to make me feel bad, but only I can decide if it will get to me. I’m human, I want to be liked and get along with everyone just like the rest of us, but I also realize that there are just some people out there that can’t play nice no matter what.
6. How many hours of sleep do you get a night?
~5 to 8, but also like you I need about 10 to 12 to feel well rested.
7. We’re rollin’ up to In-N-Out for lunch! What would you like to order?
~Hmmmmm….what all is at In N Out? We don’t have any of those around here. We do have a Steak N Shake in Virginia that has some awesome shakes and burgers. I like the Salted Caramel Pretzel Shake with the Wisconsin Butter Burger.
8. What three things never fail to make you smile?
~puppies, a good run/workout, and getting things organized.
9. What mascara are you wearing today?
~None, because I will be going for a run in the balmy 50 degree weather we are having here today. And yet tomorrow we are supposed to be in another “polar vortex” and have 5 to 8 inches of snow. Go figure, this is life in MD lately.
10. When was the last time you saw a rainbow?
~Not since some of the thunderstorms we had last summer.
Yogirl says
1. Have you ever owned a Caboodle? No.
2. What’s the first thing you do when you first get to work? Start the laptop.
3. What’s the bravest thing you’ve ever done? I can’t remember…
4. How often do you entertain? Maybe once a year…
5. What’s one of your mottos? I got new ones this year: You are never too old to try something stupid (from a luggage tag) and Nothing changes if nothing changes (from The Following Season 1)
6. How many hours of sleep do you get a night? 5-6,5 during the week 7-8 on weekends.
7. We’re rollin’ up to In-N-Out for lunch! What would you like to order? Some Thai or Mexican food, really spicey please, and I don’t mind desert (any kind after it).
8. What three things never fail to make you smile? Sunrise/sunset, my niece, call from a friend
9. What mascara are you wearing today? Chanel Inimitable intens, I like the rubber brush.
10. When was the last time you saw a rainbow? A couple of weeks ago, they make me smile as well…
Happy Monday everyone!
Leah says
1. Have you ever owned a Caboodle? YES. It’s purple and it’s in my basement for old time’s sake.
2. What’s the first thing you do when you first get to work? I make my oatmeal. 🙂 I wait as long as possible to actually start working. My brain does not work prior to 9:00 or 9:30am but I have to be there at 8:30 so I make my breakfast first.
3. What’s the bravest thing you’ve ever done? Any of our hikes in Iceland were pretty darn brave. 🙂
4. How often do you entertain? every day. Oh, you mean how often do we have others for dinner or a party? We do this a lot in my neighborhood but the next time to host a big dinner for us is not until St. Patty’s Day (it’s a big deal here in Boston). We also had a friend for fondue on New year’s like it was 1975! 🙂
5. What’s one of your mottos? Travel well.
6. How many hours of sleep do you get a night? 8-9
7. We’re rollin’ up to In-N-Out for lunch! What would you like to order? I don’t know what that is but it sounds like a burger joint?
8. What three things never fail to make you smile? My husband. A nice winter hike in the wintery woods on a day off like today. 🙂
9. What mascara are you wearing today? None. Hiking day and I just baked a lemon cake and I have dinner in the crockpot. Heading out to see American Hustle in a few so might put on lip gloss… 🙂 Today is a no makeup day…it’s a lazy Monday holiday off (to honor the great MLK of course!)
10. When was the last time you saw a rainbow? I think last week? The last show of lots of rainbows was heading on a trip north a few months ago. 🙂
Silk Mandel says
1. Have you ever owned a Caboodle?
YES and I loved it!!! My grandma bought me one when I was a teenager. Miss her 🙁
2. What’s the first thing you do when you first get to work?
Wash my hands and drink my Starbucks
3. What’s the bravest thing you’ve ever done?
Flew on a plane. If you knew how afraid I was then you’d understand.
4. How often do you entertain?
About 5-10 times a year.
5. What’s one of your mottos?
Do unto others as you would have done unto you.
6. How many hours of sleep do you get a night?
7ish
7. We’re rollin’ up to In-N-Out for lunch! What would you like to order?
Grilled cheese with grilled onions and the works. Fries…hmmm let’s make that Animal Style fries!
8. What three things never fail to make you smile?
My tabbys for sure!
9. What mascara are you wearing today?
None I’m makeup free today!
10. When was the last time you saw a rainbow?
In July on a road trip. We were driving through Utah and we saw 2 beautiful rainbows!
Natasha says
1. Have you ever owned a Caboodle?
No. I have lusted, but never owned.
2. What’s the first thing you do when you first get to work?
Open all the blinds to let in the light.
3. What’s the bravest thing you’ve ever done?
Snorkelling in the open ocean after having a panic attack. I was fine when I could see the shore, but as soon as we took a boat to our snorkel destination, I started having trouble breathing and really had to face my fears. In the end, as soon as I put my face in the water, I forgot about being far away from land and had a great time.
4. How often do you entertain?
Rarely.
5. What’s one of your mottos?
Would you like glitter with that?
6. How many hours of sleep do you get a night?
7ish.
7. We’re rollin’ up to In-N-Out for lunch! What would you like to order?
Nom! Cheeseburger with no sauce or onions. Iced tea with lemon and those yummy fries!
8. What three things never fail to make you smile?
Kittens and puppies, a gorgeous day, flowers
9. What mascara are you wearing today?
Naked lashes today!
10. When was the last time you saw a rainbow?
Last November it rained buckets and then the sun came out and there was a glorious double rainbow arcing across the freeway. Unfortunately, I was driving at the time and unable to take a photo.
Wish I had the day off today! But oh well. I’ll have lots of days off really soon! We leave for a 3-month sabbatical on Feb 3.
Laurels! says
1. Have you ever owned a Caboodle? I did own a Caboodle many moons ago. I think my sister still has it.
2. What’s the first thing you do when you first get to work? Put my bag down and go get the food cart (I work at a preschool).
3. What’s the bravest thing you’ve ever done? The bravest thing I’ve ever done is giving love a chance. My husband was living in the UK and I was living in PR and we never met and he BEGGED to come and see me. I was so unsure, but I accepted and we’ve been together ever since.
4. How often do you entertain? I almost NEVER entertain but when I do, it’s in the summer and we’re having a grill out.
5. What’s one of your mottos? I don’t think I have one.
6. How many hours of sleep do you get a night? About 6. If I sleep anymore I walk around like a Zombie and somewhat exhausted.
7. We’re rollin’ up to In-N-Out for lunch! What would you like to order? Probably a cheeseburger and some fries.
8. What three things never fail to make you smile? 1) My husband giving me the “I told you so” look 2) My cat hiding underneath the covers 3)
9. What mascara are you wearing today? Lancome Hypnose. I love it! It’s been a long time since a high end mascara has caught my attention.
10. When was the last time you saw a rainbow? Wow, it’s been a while. Probably during Tornado season 2013.
Erin says
1. Have you ever owned a Caboodle?
Oh, yes. Two, actually, and one was in the same lovely pink and mint shades as yours. I just loved that thing.
2. What’s the first thing you do when you first get to work?
Big pot of tea. I’m a therapist, so I pray for my clients and for myself to be guided well as I help them.
3. What’s the bravest thing you’ve ever done?
I don’t know if it’s the bravest thing, but a big scary Viet Nam vet was making racist slurs/swearing at the server at Subway (who was doing a good job and being super polite the whole time), and no one else said anything, and I started an argument with him, defending the server, who seemed to be an immigrant from Asia. It doesn’t sound that brave, but I’m a girl and this guy had many inches and many pounds on me, and he actually pushed me a couple of times after I started trying to talk to him.
4. How often do you entertain?
Maybe six times a year for big parties, and several more for tea or dinner for friends.
5. What’s one of your mottos?
“I have a program for that.”
6. How many hours of sleep do you get a night?
About 8-9, but I’m also in the area of wanting 11-12.
7. We’re rollin’ up to In-N-Out for lunch! What would you like to order?
Just a chocolate malt or milkshake.
8. What three things never fail to make you smile?
thunderstorms, my husband’s bad jokes, and a pretty manicure
9. What mascara are you wearing today?
L’Oreal voluminous
10. When was the last time you saw a rainbow?
a few months ago in the fall, and (!) it was a double rainbow!
Tori says
1. Have you ever owned a Caboodle?
– Of course! I had several when I was a kid. I believe they were all pink!
2. What’s the first thing you do when you first get to work?
– After turning off the alarm and turning on all the lights – I boot up my computer and make my “To Do List” for the day!
3. What’s the bravest thing you’ve ever done?
– Moving to Iowa for school at 18. I didn’t know anyone – I was the only one from my high school who went there.
4. How often do you entertain?
– I have one on one time with friends at my place – but as far as a dinner party or something, never!
5. What’s one of your mottos?
– Enjoy Life, This is not a dress rehearsal!
6. How many hours of sleep do you get a night?
– Between 6 – 8. I do better with more…10 hours is probably my ideal!
7. We’re rollin’ up to In-N-Out for lunch! What would you like to order?
– Cheeseburger with onion, fries and a vanilla shake!! YUM! Just had it the other night!
8. What three things never fail to make you smile?
– My 3 year old “twin” Tillie, cupcakes and Lily Cat!
9. What mascara are you wearing today?
– Perfekt Beauty
10. When was the last time you saw a rainbow?
– November 17th. My grandfather had passed away the weekend before and we just had his funeral. I like to think that it was him watching over us!
Stephanie Smith says
1. Have you ever owned a Caboodle? YES! I also still own it! It’s peach, and I keep my nail polish in it.
2. What’s the first thing you do when you first get to work? I don’t work outside the home, I’m a stay at home Mom.
3. What’s the bravest thing you’ve ever done? Have kids.
4. How often do you entertain? Once a week, people over or over at other people’s places. I think it’s important to keep relationships up.
5. What’s one of your mottos? “Girls rule, boys drool.” I have two daughters, and I want them to know that they can do anything!
6. How many hours of sleep do you get a night? 6-7, I prefer 8, but I like having some quiet in the evenings too.
7. We’re rollin’ up to In-N-Out for lunch! What would you like to order? A single with cheese, fries, and a soda. Haven’t had In-N-Out in a while, now I think I may need some!
8. What three things never fail to make you smile? My kids being goofy, a Frappuccino at Starbucks, when the 2nd graders in my younger daughters’ class come up for morning hugs.
9. What mascara are you wearing today? I’m not wearing any makeup today. I had a playdate at the park, so no reason to put anything on if I was going to sweat it off!
10. When was the last time you saw a rainbow? I don’t remember, but whenever we see one, we stop and take pictures and occasionally go on the hunt for leprechaun gold. No luck on that one yet, bummer!
Trude says
1. Have you ever owned a Caboodle? Didn’t we all? 🙂 Def had one when I was in junior high when I was first allowed to wear mascara and barely-tinted lip balm.
2. What’s the first thing you do when you first get to work? Fire up the computer and get email running, make a cup of creamer with some coffee (okay, maybe like half creamer) and start my daily report.
3. What’s the bravest thing you’ve ever done? It would have to be breaking up with my boyfriend of 3.5 years a month after I was laid off, moving back in with my parents and essentially starting my adult life over. It was rough, but of course the best thing in the end.
4. How often do you entertain? We have groups of friends over about once a month, individual buddies for dinner a bit more than that. I love hosting because it gives me a reason to really clean and I don’t have to drive home! 🙂
5. What’s one of your mottos? To paraphrase e.e. cummings, A day without laughter is wasted.
6. How many hours of sleep do you get a night? About 6-7, although I love more!
7. We’re rollin’ up to In-N-Out for lunch! What would you like to order? Cheeseburger with grilled onions and a vanilla shake. Mmmmmm…
8. What three things never fail to make you smile? Baby + dog videos, my boyfriend’s smile and eye crinkles, a pretty sunset
9. What mascara are you wearing today? Aveda Mosscara + Benefit They’re Real! on top. My perfect combo!
10. When was the last time you saw a rainbow? Maybe a month ago, when we had quite a bit of rain (for once).
Madeline Richmond says
1. Have you ever owned a Caboodle?
No. I’m a German Shepherd-only gal.
2. What’s the first thing you do when you first get to work?
Sit in my comfy chair and wait for kiddos to arrive. (I work at a daycare.)
3. What’s the bravest thing you’ve ever done?
Hmm. I don’t know.
4. How often do you entertain?
Not often. I don’t like parties.
5. What’s one of your mottos?
Don’t worry; be happy.
6. How many hours of sleep do you get a night?
7 to 8.
7. We’re rollin’ up to In-N-Out for lunch! What would you like to order?
I’ve never been there!
8. What three things never fail to make you smile?
My boyfriend, my dog, and a good nap.
9. What mascara are you wearing today?
Not wearing any makeup today, but yesterday I wore Too Faced BTS mascara.
10. When was the last time you saw a rainbow?
Summer.
Madeline Richmond says
*Have you ever owned a Caboodle?
Nope. For some reason I skimmed this first question and thought it said “have you ever owned a poodle?” Lol.
Alice Ann says
1. Have you ever owned a Caboodle? No, they were really cute, though.
2. What’s the first thing you do when you first get to work? Put my things away and take a deep breath.
3. What’s the bravest thing you’ve ever done? Came to the US by myself when I was 11.
4. How often do you entertain? Infrequently, but I’d like to do it some more when the weather warms up again.
5. What’s one of your mottos? Give it time.
6. How many hours of sleep do you get a night? Around 8, I really need it.
7. We’re rollin’ up to In-N-Out for lunch! What would you like to order? Grilled cheese with lettuce, tomato, and pickles, mustard and ketchup. I steal some of my girlfriends fries, and share an arnold Palmer.
8. What three things never fail to make you smile? Cat on roomba video, Jonathan Ames short stories, pets in windows.
9. What mascara are you wearing today? I’m not, I’m having a stay at home day off.
10. When was the last time you saw a rainbow? Several months ago, as I was driving over the bay bridge.
Alicia says
1. Have you ever owned a Caboodle? yes!! When I was 11 and I just bought one last yr because it made me smile!
2. What’s the first thing you do when you first get to work? Figure out camera settings for the area.
3. What’s the bravest thing you’ve ever done? hum bungee jump…or maybe giving birth without a epidural 😛
4. How often do you entertain? Not often
5. What’s one of your mottos? It’s a collection not an addiction!
6. How many hours of sleep do you get a night? 7-8 🙂
7. We’re rollin’ up to In-N-Out for lunch! What would you like to order? Never been to one! What am I missin? :O
8. What three things never fail to make you smile? My kids…a package in the mail…glitter
9. What mascara are you wearing today? chanel and marc J
10. When was the last time you saw a rainbow? Last week 🙂
kristen @ glambunctious says
1. Have you ever owned a Caboodle? Ha ha! Yes! I stored stickers and markers in it – my most prized possessions at the time!
2. What’s the first thing you do when you first get to work? Check my email and get to steppin’. I am really laser focused in the morning at work so I’m not huge on “How was your weekend?” chitter chat. I save that for the afternoons when I’ve gotten my work done.
3. What’s the bravest thing you’ve ever done? Fallen in love. 🙂
4. How often do you entertain? Not that often because we live in an apartment and don’t want to have a bunch of people over rocking over our very nice {quiet} downstairs neighbors.
5. What’s one of your mottos? “You can’t worry about how people will feel at the expense of how you feel.”-Steve Harvey I worry about everyone TOO MUCH and this quote has really helped me remember when I need to focus on how a situation is making me feel. I love Steve Harvey.
6. How many hours of sleep do you get a night? 6-7.
7. We’re rollin’ up to In-N-Out for lunch! What would you like to order? Ooh! Anything cheeseburger-ish! We don’t have In-N-Out in the South and I’ve always wanted to try it!
8. What three things never fail to make you smile? Good friends, a good book, and a new lipstick.
9. What mascara are you wearing today? L’Oreal Butterfly. It’s been a total love.
10. When was the last time you saw a rainbow? About a month ago! I always feel special when I get to see a rainbow. 🙂
Melissa says
1. Have you ever owned a Caboodle?
Yes, several! In fact I still have one now. It’s one of their train cases, and it has black lace all over it.
2. What’s the first thing you do when you first get to work?
I don’t work. I go to school. But the first thing I do is sign in and grab warm-ups for everyone at my table.
3. What’s the bravest thing you’ve ever done?
Took a chance on a long distance relationship. We’re now happily married. (:
4. How often do you entertain?
Never haha. I just don’t have the time!
5. What’s one of your mottos?
“It is what it is.” When things happen, I just try to let it go and not dwell on it. You can’t reverse it so I don’t want to let it kill my day.
6. How many hours of sleep do you get a night?
Not nearly enough. My eyes have been so dark lately, and every one at school keeps telling me I look tired all the time! Eeek. So I picked up some Nars Radiant Creamy Concealer today and am hoping it will help.
7. We’re rollin’ up to In-N-Out for lunch! What would you like to order?
A double animal style, fries well-done, and a coke please!
8. What three things never fail to make you smile?
New clothes, new purses, and new makeup! Haha, wow, that sounds bad. But I love getting stuff haha.
9. What mascara are you wearing today?
Mayebelline Full N Soft Mascara.
10. When was the last time you saw a rainbow?
Ooooh wow, I don’t remember. I do remember that it was in Lafayette right above the Panda Express haha.
Sylirael says
1. Have you ever owned a Caboodle?
I don’t even know what that is, LOL. I had to Google it 😛
2. What’s the first thing you do when you first get to work?
Start in on answering some of the 60 emails that have arrived since I last checked them at 4am :-S
3. What’s the bravest thing you’ve ever done?
Started my PhD, probably. You underestimate the damn things…
4. How often do you entertain?
Once in a while. It’s kind of hampered by the fact that we have a miniscule apartment! We are having people over tonight, though!
5. What’s one of your mottos?
Don’t let the bastards grind you down
6. How many hours of sleep do you get a night?
Between 3 and 6. I’d *like* to have more like 8-10, but grad school hates you and your sleep 😛
7. We’re rollin’ up to In-N-Out for lunch! What would you like to order?
Uh (*quick Google search t9o find out what they are/what their menu is*)…french fries, probably!
8. What three things never fail to make you smile?
My husband, stuffed animals by NICI and Gronkh (a German YouTuber)
9. What mascara are you wearing today?
Benefit’s ‘They’re Real’. I prefer Dior Iconic Overcurl, but I have a sample of the Benefit I’m trying out!
10. When was the last time you saw a rainbow?
I can’t remember 😛 I spend a lot of time these days in a windowless basement in the dark (a.k.a grad school). I’m actually not joking…
Chris25 says
1. Have you ever owned a Caboodle?: My sister did. I had to use a whole drawer for MY makeup.
2. What’s the first thing you do when you first get to work?: I pull out my rags and check out the place I’m gonna clean.
3. What’s the bravest thing you’ve ever done?: Decide to volunteer at the NY Aquarium when I was a painfully shy teen.
4. How often do you entertain?: Depends. If it’s myself, all the time!
5. What’s one of your mottos?: There’s nothing worse than a fool who thinks he’s a genius.
6. How many hours of sleep do you get a night?: 7-8
7. We’re rollin’ up to In-N-Out for lunch! What would you like to order?: French fried and a chocolate shake.
8. What three things never fail to make you smile?: Cute cats/children, a handwritten note from my high school mentor that I saved and way cute guys look at me when they think I’m pretty.
9. What mascara are you wearing today?: Rimmel Sexy Curves.
10. When was the last time you saw a rainbow?: Haven’t seen a real one in ages.
Rebecca R. says
1. Have you ever owned a Caboodle? Of course! It was pink and blue. I used to dance and perform and all the way until college I used it to bring my makeup for performances. And then, like everything cool that I used to have, I got rid of it. I actually have a black and silver train case for makeup made by Caboodle now but it’s definitely not as cool.
2. What’s the first thing you do when you first get to work? I sit down and look at how crazy busy the day is going to be with patients and want to cry.
3. What’s the bravest thing you’ve ever done? Go on Match.com after my boyfriend passed away. But I met my hubby so it worked out…
4. How often do you entertain? Pretty much never and that’s how I like it.
5. What’s one of your mottos? Be yourself!
6. How many hours of sleep do you get a night? Usually around 7-8 but I really need 9-10.
7. We’re rollin’ up to In-N-Out for lunch! What would you like to order? Double double animal style!
8. What three things never fail to make you smile? Animals playing, my hubby’s laugh, Christmas lights.
9. What mascara are you wearing today? Benefit They’re Real…
10. When was the last time you saw a rainbow? About a month or 2 ago. I lived in California my whole life up until 11 months ago when I move to Washington state. I’ve probably seen more since I’ve been here than my whole 40 years in California. 🙂
Petra says
1. Have you ever owned a Caboodle? Never even heard of this before now (google is your friend) so no
2. What’s the first thing you do when you first get to work? Get the computer going, get a cup of coffee and get cracking at my to-do-list for the day
3. What’s the bravest thing you’ve ever done? Maybe decide to get a divorce and start a new life with me as the main attraction
4. How often do you entertain? Not too often but I try to do SOMETHING a couple of times a year at least (but I keep it small)
5. What’s one of your mottos? It will work it self out for the best, somehow
6. How many hours of sleep do you get a night? I really try to get 7-8. Less than that and its not good
7. We’re rollin’ up to In-N-Out for lunch! What would you like to order? never been there so I would totally trust your recommendation
8. What three things never fail to make you smile? Kittens, my friends, and my mom
9. What mascara are you wearing today? Clinique Lash Power long wearing formula mascara. this is my fall back and total favourit
10. When was the last time you saw a rainbow? can’t even remember that… long and dark swedish winters…
Kylie says
1. Have you ever owned a Caboodle?
No! I’m pretty sure I had a generic-branded one, though.
2. What’s the first thing you do when you first get to work?
Check my email
3. What’s the bravest thing you’ve ever done?
Hmm, not sure! I’m not the bravest person. Transferring colleges after sophomore year was pretty scary, though.
4. How often do you entertain?
All the time! We have the largest house of all of our friends and love to cook and drink. We especially love throwing theme parties!
5. What’s one of your mottos?
Don’t stop thinking about tomorrow, don’t stop, it’ll soon be here (Fleetwood Mac) 🙂
6. How many hours of sleep do you get a night?
Usually between 7-8. I get into bed at 10 during the week and read/watch TV until 11 or a bit later. And I get up between 7-7:30.
7. We’re rollin’ up to In-N-Out for lunch! What would you like to order?
I’m on the east coast– no In-N-Out here!
8. What three things never fail to make you smile?
When I’m having a busy day and an interviewee cancels on me, when we get a snow day at work, and when an item rings up lower than expected at the cash register.
9. What mascara are you wearing today?
Clinque High Impact. I’m really liking it as a daytime mascara!
10. When was the last time you saw a rainbow?
Maybe two or three months ago– it was a gorgeous double rainbow!