tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22055731.post8808836512858303366..comments2024-01-06T11:19:53.852+00:00Comments on Kate Walker: Great Big Blog Party 52 Samantha Storm - or maybe Chaoscat!Kate Walkerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17277223651288830541noreply@blogger.comBlogger38125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22055731.post-21757043743646470792007-08-07T00:40:00.000+01:002007-08-07T00:40:00.000+01:00An activity that expends energy, like a bike ride ...An activity that expends energy, like a bike ride first thing in the morning or an early morning swim. Then getting back home and having a tea with a good book is the best combo. At night a lovely romantic film would be ideal.pearlhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02370186251511624541noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22055731.post-87344082908280308322007-08-06T22:31:00.000+01:002007-08-06T22:31:00.000+01:00I usually call up my twin sister. She knows me so...I usually call up my twin sister. She knows me so well that she knows the right words to say. I always feel better after talking to her. Sometimes I will treat myself to some chocolate as well if it has been an extra awful day to give me an extra pick me up.Cherie Jhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16767627787231269781noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22055731.post-6953182437443442312007-08-06T22:14:00.000+01:002007-08-06T22:14:00.000+01:00I like to settle down with a good book after a ter...I like to settle down with a good book after a terrible day with some chips and dip and lose myself in the book. it is so relaxing to chill out with a great bookmammakimhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05252710887600135794noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22055731.post-41332627976438059362007-08-06T19:18:00.000+01:002007-08-06T19:18:00.000+01:00Each morning I feel I must do some sort of physica...Each morning I feel I must do some sort of physical activity, either a substantial walk out on a path near our home or a good workout routine at the gym. The activity contributes to my well being in so many ways and I know that I have to or I can get really down at times. This helps prevent the blues.annehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01790430447830950098noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22055731.post-91709511847408738002007-08-06T15:05:00.000+01:002007-08-06T15:05:00.000+01:00I like to put on some upbeat music to listen to wh...I like to put on some upbeat music to listen to while I bake a decadent dessert. After my mood lightens, I will curl up with a good book.CrystalGBhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16613282698726922126noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22055731.post-58977342415501759032007-08-06T13:46:00.000+01:002007-08-06T13:46:00.000+01:00I try and think about something other than myself ...I try and think about something other than myself ~ I bake cookies to take to my parents and send to my Son. I write a letter to my granddaughter. I clean out my husbands closet. And, if none of that works, I fix myself a cup of tea and sit and read a good book.ChristyJanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10437256752595712457noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22055731.post-54803772128312193672007-08-06T11:30:00.000+01:002007-08-06T11:30:00.000+01:00To get out of this bad day cloud, I do something a...To get out of this bad day cloud, I do something a bit strange... I open the TV and watch the news. After 5 minutes of listening about everything that is happening around the world, which is ususally quite depressing, I tell myself that my day is not that bad, comparing it to what I have just seen... and then, everything just seems fine and I end up having quite a nice day!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22055731.post-74101564991623920912007-08-06T04:14:00.000+01:002007-08-06T04:14:00.000+01:00I usually try to talk it out with my husband. He's...I usually try to talk it out with my husband. He's such a positive person and it's amazing what he comes up with. lol Or, sadly, I take a nap so I don't think about it. I have no problem sleeping and things seem better when I wake up.Kammiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00183089224990431099noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22055731.post-9662209939347978552007-08-06T02:24:00.000+01:002007-08-06T02:24:00.000+01:00I lose myself within the pages of a wonderful nove...I lose myself within the pages of a wonderful novel. This enables me to accomplish all the objectives that I have set for myself. I fell better, fulfilled and energetic as well.sharonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08851818695623544057noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22055731.post-51803371650927573152007-08-06T01:19:00.000+01:002007-08-06T01:19:00.000+01:00Huddle in bed and read a good romance!Huddle in bed and read a good romance!Jhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13654540485661620523noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22055731.post-85428285475961448962007-08-06T01:00:00.000+01:002007-08-06T01:00:00.000+01:00Hmm totally forgot about chocolate and bubble bath...Hmm totally forgot about chocolate and bubble baths. Two favorites of mine. ;-)<BR/><BR/>Samantha Storm aka ChaoscatAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22055731.post-25324578854174103772007-08-06T00:50:00.001+01:002007-08-06T00:50:00.001+01:00I lay down and either sleep or read to get rid of ...I lay down and either sleep or read to get rid of that funk. Many times I will call a friend and she will get me out of funky mood. It does not take much, then I am laughing like a loon.<BR/><BR/>I also love to watch old movies and am currently tryng to find MADAME X on DVD. It stars Lana Turner and John Forsythe.Phyllishttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13350834488372481028noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22055731.post-54687311484299302842007-08-06T00:50:00.000+01:002007-08-06T00:50:00.000+01:00I hike on the trails close to my home with my dog....I hike on the trails close to my home with my dog. The beauty of the area, the sunshine and the deep blue skies puts me in a good mood. I think that being outside is extremely beneficial and necessary to our health.joellehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09281991556254640033noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22055731.post-87569425872971645052007-08-06T00:46:00.000+01:002007-08-06T00:46:00.000+01:00I meet with a friend and we walk for miles. We ch...I meet with a friend and we walk for miles. We chat and then go for a tea. This activity which seems so simple does the trick. I can function once again and feel like I can handle anything.anniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16788884065236534315noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22055731.post-88599678490616147552007-08-06T00:42:00.000+01:002007-08-06T00:42:00.000+01:00My favorite way of dealing with this is taking a l...My favorite way of dealing with this is taking a long walk outside and gazing at the gorgeous vista where I live. The mountains and the blue skies always restore my equilibrium.elliehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00755775108285041959noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22055731.post-16762313042261990992007-08-06T00:38:00.000+01:002007-08-06T00:38:00.000+01:00Since I am a chef I cook and bake up a storm for m...Since I am a chef I cook and bake up a storm for my family. They appreciate my efforts and I can always improve my repertoire and learn from these energetic spurts.sabrinahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06658505563975610286noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22055731.post-17234609881593244062007-08-06T00:36:00.000+01:002007-08-06T00:36:00.000+01:00The most effective method for me is to excercise f...The most effective method for me is to excercise for a good hour or more. It elevates my mood and improves my outlook every time. I feel so much more productive and cheerful afterwards.jennahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07568006517443787004noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22055731.post-39835895059122022852007-08-06T00:28:00.000+01:002007-08-06T00:28:00.000+01:00I'm late but glad to be here. Hi Kate, Hi Samanth...I'm late but glad to be here. Hi Kate, Hi SamanthaPhyllishttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13350834488372481028noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22055731.post-83856616027244877262007-08-06T00:08:00.000+01:002007-08-06T00:08:00.000+01:00Hi Samantha, It's really great to see you here.I l...Hi Samantha, It's really great to see you here.I love visiting Romance Junkies,it's always got something interesting to check out.Also like Kate mentioned the contests you put together are so big and fun.<BR/> To get in a better mood it depends on the time of the day.If it's not too late I'll call my bestfriend for a pick me up. If it's later I'll put a cold cloth over my eyes for 10-15 minutes then pick up my current book and escape to another life.Like others chocolate or ice cream or both,lol,is always a good mood changer for me.Denahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02522358143170232454noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22055731.post-50037592078369681552007-08-05T23:58:00.000+01:002007-08-05T23:58:00.000+01:00Hi Samantha! Congratulations on the RJ site. It's ...Hi Samantha! Congratulations on the RJ site. It's great. Like Anne M, my favorite escape is always a good book and if life is REALLY going wrong, an old favorite is my choice. There are two books that never fail to put a smile on my face. Lord of Scoundrels by Loretta Chase and A Countess Below Stairs by Eva Ibbotson. Both of them are sunshine on paper. <BR/><BR/>Anna xAnna Campbellhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06695579361323275316noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22055731.post-62012674758558163122007-08-05T23:55:00.000+01:002007-08-05T23:55:00.000+01:00Laughter will get me out of the funk, at least for...Laughter will get me out of the funk, at least for awhile. I like comedy in movies, books or on TV.robynlhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03250071917966470701noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22055731.post-20298492057460213192007-08-05T23:15:00.000+01:002007-08-05T23:15:00.000+01:00Congrats on your 50th book, Kate! Hi Samantha!Hmmm...Congrats on your 50th book, Kate! Hi Samantha!<BR/><BR/>Hmmm, to get out of a bad mood, watching a favorite movie is definitely way up there on my things to do. Hugh in a towel is definitely up there, although, I’d probably opt for Gerard Butler in a towel. He’s my fave. LOL<BR/><BR/>List of favorite movies:<BR/><BR/>The Holiday<BR/>Working Girl<BR/>The Wedding Date<BR/>Any of the Pirates of the Caribbean movies – gotta have me some Johnny Depp or Orlando Bloom. =)<BR/><BR/>Anara BellaAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22055731.post-25764182512252024182007-08-05T22:51:00.000+01:002007-08-05T22:51:00.000+01:00Hi Samantha, lovely to see you (the two of you?) h...Hi Samantha, lovely to see you (the two of you?) here.<BR/><BR/>To get out of a funk...a good book and chocolate or a good laugh with friends. I think the latter is probably the best of all!<BR/><BR/>AnnieAnnie Westhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16804740491737358014noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22055731.post-5235947159425234812007-08-05T22:50:00.000+01:002007-08-05T22:50:00.000+01:00Oh, crap! Shows how spacey I am. :-PCongratulation...Oh, crap! Shows how spacey I am. :-P<BR/><BR/>Congratulations on your 50th release Kate!! :-Dvanessa jayehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11059178422559443067noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22055731.post-61849401843984902132007-08-05T22:49:00.000+01:002007-08-05T22:49:00.000+01:00I'm totally blanking on movies, right now, but las...I'm totally blanking on movies, right now, but last week-end I watched Singing In The Rain again for the first time in years, such great little movie. I plan to see the latest Bourne movie (loved the first 2!) At the mo' I'm slumped on the sofa watching the first Jurassic Park movie, again another movie that has stood the test of time. A couple of months ago I did a little marathon with Pride & Prejudice, Mansfield Park, and Jane Eyre.vanessa jayehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11059178422559443067noreply@blogger.com