2018 · accomplishment · anniversary · birthdays · Bucket List · David's Thoughts · husband · Millionaire · Random Stuff · Random Thoughts · Travel · Uncategorized

David’s Thoughts – Millionaire

So, five months after taking the initial audition test, my episode of “Who Wants To Be A Millionaire” finally aired last night. I have to say, I am pretty proud of how Jerry and I did. While I would have loved to have won more money, the $50,000 we did win was, as Chris Harrison said at the end of the episode, “Not a bad paycheck for 30 minutes work!”

Looking back, I am happy with the game I played. I used all my lifelines when I needed them, I thought through the questions, and I didn’t take any significant risks. (Of course, getting questions that happened to line up with the storehouse of weird knowledge I keep in my head helped immensely!)

Overall, the entire experience was an amazing adventure! And I have to say, we especially enjoyed meeting and working with the cast and crew of the show. From the folks that hosted the original test, to the producers that I interviewed with, to the production staff that took such good care of us at the studio, they couldn’t have been more supportive or encouraging. A lot of unseen work goes into making sure the final production looks good on the screen, and those folks deserve far more recognition and respect than they typically receive. So, to all of them, I offer my sincerest thanks.

If you ever get the chance to audition, I would highly recommend it! It was a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity, and I am so very grateful to have been able to experience it.

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2018 · anniversary · birthdays · Bucket List · family · husband · Millionaire · Random Stuff · Random Thoughts · Travel · Uncategorized

Millionaire

Back in June, WHO WANTS TO BE A MILLIONAIRE  held open auditions in Pensacola.  David took the test, and we went home.  After several skype interviews, and emails back and forth with producers, he finally got the call to go to Las Vegas for the taping of the  show in August.  We flew out and had a great time.  It ended up being over our wedding anniversary, and birthdays (our wedding anniversary is August 20, David’s birthday is August 21, and my birthday is August 22).  082018G_David_Chancellor_ _15

To quote my hubby:  “I played the game I wanted to play.”

082018G_David_Chancellor_ _09The show airs tonight (November 15) on WEAR-TV abc3 in the Mobile/Pensacola area.  Per legal, we can’t say anything until the show airs…so everyone will have to watch to see how David did.  But I have to say we met some amazing people from other contantests to staff and producers from the show that will always have a special place in our hearts.  It was an amazing experience.

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Blessings.

Bariatric Surgery - My Story · Potato · Uncategorized · Vegetables · WLS

Potatoes

David loves potatoes. Doesn’t matter how they are prepared just so long as they are potatoes.  Since it has gotten a little cooler, I don’t mind the oven being on. So roasted potatoes are super easy, and I enjoy them as well.

Three pounds of small yukon gold potatoes, washed, and quartered.  Place in a single layer on a baking sheet.Salt, pepper, and olive oil and toss to coat evenly.  Bake at 350 degrees until golden, and crispy, about 30 minutes (in my oven).I always add some salt after cooking.  I am posting more of the recipes I do a regular basis for our kids.  Simple ones, I know, but for them, a permanent record of what I cook.  Hopefully, you won’t be bored with them, and might even enjoy them as well.

Blessings.

Affirmations · Bariatric Surgery - My Story · encourage · music · Uncategorized · weight loss · WLS

Queen

Being a large woman for the majority of my life, Queen’s “Fat Bottom Girls” is almost an anthem for me.  I feel empowered when I hear this song or I should say when I sing along with this song.

https://youtu.be/VMnjF1O4eH0

This cartoon caption made me giggle. What song is your anthem or inspiration?

Blessings!

Affirmations · Bariatric Surgery - My Story · encourage · Monday · motivation · Uncategorized · WLS

Monday Motivation

Pretty simple, eh?

Yes, you can.  I can.

Blessings.

 

Arkansas · football · LSU · Uncategorized

Competition

Today is the day, in my house anyway, of the LSU and Arkansas football game.

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We are a house divided today…

Go HOGS Go!!

 

Affirmations · Autoimmune · Bariatric Surgery - My Story · encourage · Random Stuff · Random Thoughts · thoughts · Uncategorized · WLS

Believe

Blessings.

Advice · Affirmations · Bariatric Surgery - My Story · encourage · Random Stuff · Random Thoughts · Uncategorized

Lead

Some days are good, some are hard, some are just there. Stay the path…keep the faith.

Blessings.

2018 · Anxiety · Courage · Random Stuff · Random Thoughts · stuff · thoughts · Uncategorized

Election

Well…I voted. Are you happy with the results?

Blessings.

Appetizers · Bariatric Surgery - My Story · Buffalo Chicken Dip · dips · friends · party · Salmon · Uncategorized · WLS

Party Food

I had a Premier Jewelry party on Sunday.  I love having an excuse to get together with girlfriends, and trying on new bling. But I love feeding people. I like to see people happy when eating something I have prepared or made.

Although, I really didn’t make anything major as all I did was put some things together.  Meat and salami tray, pickled okra and kalamata olives.I did make the Million Dollar Dip, and had cheese chunks, grapes, Stacy’s pita chips and Ritz crackers.Also made Buffalo Chicken dip, and tortilla chips.Plated smoked salmon or Lox with cream cheese, sliced purple onions, capers, and fried capers. Oh and some toasted bread, that I had to throw some out due to burning! Ugh. It was a such fun afternoon. Some food, wine, soda, and leftover Halloween chocolate rounded out the afternoon.  I love girlfriend time, plus it gets my house clean!! Bonus!!  What did you do this weekend?

Blessings!