What are the origins of the word: meme? Help me out if you're so inclined.

Anyway, I got one and will run with it. Here goes.

The Rules:

• Post the rules, then list 8 things about yourself.


• At the end of the post, tag and link to 8 other people.


• Leave a comment at those sites, letting them know they’ve been tagged, and asking them to come read the post so they know what to do.

EIGHT THINGS ABOUT ME

1. My tummy troubles are back. After a week or so in The Springs, dealing with house-hunting issues and Lego problems, maybe another hospital visit and near-death experience is just what I need.

2. Moved around a lot as a kid, but Nana stayed in the same house. Though, looking back, the street was too busy, I loved that house and neighborhood, with each home just a hop, skip, and a jump from the next one. Summer vacations were fun. Barely in my teens, I'd go into the back bedroom and talk to Chris King, who lived next door, through his open window. Chris was hot. From the middle bedroom, which faced the other side, I could watch "Friday Night Videos" on Maria's television next door because she faced it toward me. Even though I was supposed to be asleep. Good times. And that's why I'm looking at homes in close-knit neighborhoods. So back the f*ck off.

3. My teeth don't overlap when I smile, like normal people. They meet. Dentist says I have a strong Irish jaw. So let's see: temper, inability to tan, temper, crazy jawline, and temper. All due to my Irish heritage. Then again, there is my taste for Guinness and middle-class neighborhoods. So it all evens out.

4. I know every word to I Am Woman. Used to stage concerts for my siblings when I was twelve and always included that song. Brother even has it on tape somewhere.

5. Speaking of performances, in high school I sang Dance Ten, Looks Three for competition and didn't censor the "tits and ass" part. Got into a bit of trouble with the drama teacher, who was insane anyway. Later that year, I ran for President of Thespians and she canceled the election. Picked the officers herself and left me off the list. So I quit the club and tried to get others out as well. A radical was born.

6. I'm vegetarian, but my mouth still waters for liver and bacon, Big Macs and chili cheese dogs. Especially if I'm hungry.

7. Until two days ago, I didn't know what a "yeti" was. And now I do. So there's that.

8. I'm the only woman in North America who doesn't think George Clooney is hot. Not even a little bit.

I'm, by nature, a rule breaker and will not, therefore, link to anyone else. However, if you so choose to tell me 8 things about yourself, feel free in comments or emails. I love to learn about you crazy cats.

h/t QuakerJono