Spreading Sunshine

I’ve been tagged!

But not in the way you might think. There’s no graffiti, no paint to wash off because well, that would be weird.

What this means is that I was notified through a tag on social media that this silly blog has been given a Sunshine Award by someone I secretly admire, Brooke Takhar.  I am gobsmacked because she was an inspiration to me long before I appeared on her radar and I’m not ashamed to say that I have a girl-crush. Not only does Brooke have a rockin’ funny-assed, brilliant blog but she spreads her sunshine by writing all over the webisphere (is that a word?)

You can find her over at Blunt Moms, ‘an honest, direct and surprisingly hilarious site’ which features a collection of writers from all walks of life. You’ll find stories of bravery, tragedy and just plain funny and uncomfortably awesome topics that most of us couldn’t even bear to think about (but if the truth be told need to) never mind write it down for all the world to read.

Brooke also contributes to Modern Mama of which I am intimately connected to, being the national content curator and Community Director for the Vancouver West site.

Spreading Sunshine

So how does the Sunshine Award actually work?

By spreading it of course!

I’ll answer the 8 questions that Brooke has sent my way and in return I’ll reciprocate by tagging 8 bloggers that inspire or have moved me in some way. So here’s to keeping the love juices and hilarity flowing freely.

Here we go!

1. What’s the one book you always freak out about and demand your friends read?

What do you mean, read?

As in open a book that has pages in it? Who has time for that these days? But, back before OLM wasn’t even a twinkle in his daddy’s eyes (*cough* as in not planned) I would have to say, *’The Guide to Raising Children who don’t end up on Crack’ would be my choice.

2. You have $100 in your wallet. Where do you go to eat?

If I didn’t suffer the severe hangover that comes with eating too much junk food, it would have to be the Candy Aisle! I love reliving my childhood days when I received $.50 for allowance and blew it all on candy corn and jawbreakers.

3. Your choice: flying cars or hoverboards?

I’ve never been one to take to anything strapped to my feet so I’d have to choose the flying car. Besides, our 3.5 year old Superhero would be so stoked to have a flying car at his disposal to fight the bad guys, or fly over to one of his two girlfriend’s houses for a playdate. And if it was remote control, all the better! We could stay home and steer from there. Ahhhh. peace and quiet, and fun for our son at the same time. It’s a win-win.

4. What’s the one thing your partner does that makes DIVORCE flash behind your eyes?

Hmmm…if I admit anything here there’s a small chance he might read this. Can I remove him from my mailing list before I answer this question?

5. Best time of day to be productive – early morning or late at night?

Early morning is the best time for sure. Come to think of it, lately I’m waking up feeling like I’ve been hit by a truck so I guess I’d have to say mornings aren’t the best.

Hmmm…after dinner we usually slump down in defeat on the couch after an evening of convincing our son to eat his bloudy dinner and tame his ‘mad half hour’ sprints through the house before he’s finally tired enough to go to bed. And then we watch Coronation Street ( I know I know) or the Walking Dead or something else mindless but entertaining.

I’d have to say that 1o’clock nap time is actually the best time because when I’m sleeping it’s often the most productive.  I guess I really didn’t answer this question.

6. I am of the belief that all jeans require a belt. If you agree, you may move to the next question. If you disagree, you need to make a very good argument for it.

I agree! I have to wear a belt with jeans but not because it looks good. It’s all about functionality and safety. We all need to leave plumber butt fantasies to the professionals.

7. You fling your covers off the bed and there is a ____ on your pillow that makes you shriek long and hard. What is it?

Well a penis, of course. I haven’t seen one of those in a while. Ha ha! Ohhh…

8. If you have children: knowing FULL WELL that there is a HUGE chance it could go HORRIBLY wrong, if your child wants to pursue a career in show business, do you help them?

Yes, of course. I’ve always wanted to be a show biz mom. I’d wear a tiara and carry a can of pepper spray with me wherever I went just in case someone tries to take it from me. Careers in show biz are all about the moms, right?

And if my little guy became famous I could relax and enjoy the fruits of his labour. And, only then would I not wear a belt because I bet I would see a lot more penis.

Ok people that’s my contribution. Tag! You’re it.

Shannon at Truthfully

Eschelle Westwood at Mumfection

Lisa Corriveau at Spokesmama

Melissa Carr at The Thirties Grind

Kelly Duran at Writing Down the Bones

Rebecca Bollwit at Miss 604

And now for a couple a boys! We love ’em, right ladies?

Dai Manuel at Dai Manuel

Kyle Gest at The Lapse Storytelling Podcast

Here are your questions.

1. If you could relive one day in your life, which one would it be?

2. Chocolate or chips? Which one satisfies and why?

3. What is your biggest fear and how did you put it in its place?

4. Who is your favourite person on this earth aside from any close relatives and why?

5. You’re on a (mostly) deserted island that has only one restaurant. Which one would it be?

6. If you could choose a superpower, what would it be and how would you use it to change the world for the better?

7. Define your sense of humour in three words.

8. You see someone walking down the street towards you with no pants on. What do you do?

Pass on the love people and spread the sunshine!

*This book doesn’t exist, but it should. Wanna join me in writing it?