If you don't blog but you have journals all over your house then you'll probably like memes.

Memes are great for journals too. You might even want to start a new journal just for memes.

Talk about a great keepsake about yourself that is easy to read and enjoy.

Directions: Copy and paste into your blog and change comments after *'s. Use the title of this meme in your subject line or create your own. Feel free to tag your friends or not. A link back to this lens would be appreciated.

Seven Things that Scare Me:

*Spiders
*Lack of Control
*House Noises
*Exorcist
*The Highway in a Snow Storm
*Loss of Site
*Stephen King's imagination

Seven Things I Like:

*Chocolate
*Wind in my Face
*The Internet
*My Kitty
*Rainbows
*Aurora Borealis
*Shopping

Seven Random Facts About Me:

*I've been in 2 car accidents
*I broke my back
*I love horse riding
*I love Jane Austen's books
*I think Gerard Butler is sexy
*I have more spirit than faith
*I take forever to heal

Seven Things I want to Do Before I Die:

*Tour New Zealand
*Finish Landscaping My Backyard
*Find My Sister
*Take Up Running
*Become Self-Suffient
*Forgive More
*Complaine Less

Seven Things I Can Do Well:

*Knit
*Math (with paper and pencil)
*Daydream
*Drive
*Tai Chi
*Cook
*Complain

Seven Things I Can't Do But Wish I Could:

*Fly
*Carry on a Face to Face Conversation
*Keep the Dog from Digging
*Speak French
*Speak Spanich
*Speak Italian
*Speak Japanese

Seven Phrases I'm Known to Use:

*Eh? (I'm Canadian afterall)
*What the F*&%!
*You got to be F*&%ing kidding me?
*That's stupid!
*Sod off!
*Give me a break.
*Oh, pleaaaasssse!

Always introduce your meme before you begin; especially if it is a short one. Let your readers know where it came from. Why you chose to do it... not, because you had nothing else; why did this particular meme strike a cord with you. That kind of thing.

It doesn't have to be a long introduction. Just something to show you're present and put some more thought into the post than the answer to the questions.

Think of grade school when you ran around the play ground trying to catch some one so it would then be their turn to run around chasing.

Tagging when it comes to memes is pretty much the same idea. Except you type out a name and the person decides whether they want to follow through with the tagging.

Some people attach some horrible warning like: "If you don't do this your house will fall on you". But that's just tacky and takes the whole enjoyment out of memes.

I usually either say nothing about tagging or I say something along the lines of, "I won't tag anyone but if you feel the urge, go for it and leave a link in the comments."

Whatever you decide is up to you. It is your blog after all, you make the rules.

Of course we have to have a Meme just for Squidoo lens makers. This one highlights the basics about your lens making zest. Feel free to add any others when you blog. Tag fellow lensmasters, or not. A link back to this lens would be appreciated.

How long have you been a lensmaster?
Since July 2006. I know... scary isn't it? Where does the time go.

How many lenses do you have?
32 active, 8 in progress and so many more in my head fighting to get out.

What are your top three lenses?
My top three lenses are:
- The Write Prompts
- Curvy Chics
- Maureen

Who are your top three favorite lens makers?
At the moment:
- Daoine
- Carennedy
- Topanga

Top three favorite lenses, not your own?
- Michelangelo's David (it's awesome!)
- Indiana Jones
- Pirate Costumes

What is your favorite module?
I'd have to say the text module. You can be very creative with what you put in. Followed by the black box and poloroid which are just cool.

What is your lens making goal for this year?
I want to hit the 50 mark. I will be thrilled with 50 and will just work on upkeep from there.

Have you won any awards for your lenses?
No, not yet but anything is possible. Is it a goal? No. But it sure would feel good.

Who should make lenses?
Everyone with computer access and vision. Do you have one? Click here to make your own lens.

This is a common Meme to see in the blogosphere. Quick and simple to do when you're in a pinch. You can use any number of facts. I'm working on a 100 one in my personal lens. The fact can be short or long answer. Copy and paste and replace my answers with your own. Tag or not. A link back to this lens would be appreciated.

Random Fact about Moi #1:
I hate liver.

Random Fact about Moi #2:
I use to want to be a drag racer like Shirley Muldowney.

Random Fact about Moi #3:
I have given two bloody noses.

Random Fact about Moi #4:
I never thought I would get married.

Random Fact about Moi #5:
I like green tea.

Random Fact about Moi #6:
My favourite fruit is fresh mangoes.

Random Fact about Moi #7:
I can't swim.

Random Fact about Moi #8:
I'm loyal to those who deserve it. You know who you are.

I started this one on my myspace blog because I just couldn't think of anything to do over there. The post involves making a random list of 100 words. Over the next 100 blogs (you can blog about other stuff in between) you take a word from the list (in order) and blog about it.

I put a link at the bottom of each post to the original post so if someone randomly ends up on this page they can learn all about what I'm doing on the original post.

I'm still working through the list so I'll probably have fodder for the rest of the year.

Use the title of this meme in your subject line or create your own. Feel free to tag your friends or not. A link back to this lens would be appreciated.

There are two choices with this Meme. You can either do it all in one blog posting or break each color up for different days of the week. You could tag a different person for each color if you felt the need to be contagious. A link back to this lens would be appreciated.

Angry Red

1. Are you currently mad at someone?
Pretty much all the time.

2. Which of your family members has the worst temper?
Me mother.

3. Have you ever thrown something at anyone?
Yes, but not when I'm mad.

4. Is anyone mad at you?
Not that I'm aware of but anything is possible.

5. Are you usually mad?
Yep.

6. When you're mad do you prefer to stare angrily or yell?
Depends. I'm a brooder usually. I'm not big on yelling unless I'm alone.

Exciting Orange

1. Has anyone ever thrown a surprise party for you?
No.

2. What event is coming up that you're most excited about?
There's a sandcastle building contest in August.

3. If you won a million dollars, what would be your first thought?
Freedom!

4. If you could have anything right now what would it be?
A really good brownie (I burnt mine a couple days ago and Taste of Country was out. Life is not fair).

Yellow Belly Self

1. Name: Eva

2. Birthday: December

3. What's your main goal in life?
To have mattered.

4. Do you want to have children?
Some day's yes, some day's no. Today, maybe.

5. When do you want to die?
Hopefully by then they will have developed something so I can live forever.

Opinionated Green

1. Are you against gay marriage?
NO.

2. Lower the drinking age?
No.

3. Capital Punishment?
Yes.

4. Abortion?
Choice.

Lovely Blue

1. Do you love someone?
Yes.

2. Do you believe in love at first sight?
No. I believe in lust at first sight. Love comes after you get to know the person and accept their good and bad habits.

3. Do you believe in love?
Yes.

Purple Query

Q: How glasses of water did you have today?
A: One.

Q: What color are your socks?
A: White.

Q: Name one thing that you do everyday?
A: Check email.

Q: How much cash do you have on you right now?
A: Five bucks.

Q: Are you for or against Hillary?
A: For. But my vote doesn't count.

Q: Look to your left. What's there?
A: Fish tank.

Q: What's the last piece of clothing you borrowed?
A: I don't borrow clothing.

Q: What website(s) do you visit the most?
A: BellaOnline.com

Q: Do you have plants in your room?
A: Lots!

Q: Does anything hurt on your body right now?
A: My throat and right heel.

Q: Do you own a picture phone?
A: No.

Last but not Least, Pink

1. Person you saw: My neighbour, Monica.

2. Person you sent a text message to: Nessa.

3. Movie watched in cinema: Shrek 3.

4. Song you listened to: Hot Kiss, Juliette Lewis and The Licks (it's on my myspace)

5. Person you talked on the phone with: Scotty, the RV guy.

6. What are you doing right now?
Typing.

7. What are you doing tonight?
Battlestar!!!

8. What are you going to eat?
Cranberry meatballs and rice. Cleaning out the freezer.

This one came through a listserv I belong on. It's kind of fun is a little more interactive. Follow the directions in brackets to discover each alias. You definitely should tag with this one. A link back to this lens would be appreciated.

1. Your real name:

Maureen

2. Your Gangsta name:
(first 3 letters of real name plus izzle.)

Mauizzle

3. Your Detective name:
(fave color and fave animal)

Blue Wolf

4. Your Soap Opera name:
(your middle name and street you live on)

Eva Meadow

5. Your Star Wars name:
(the first 3 letters of your last name, first 2 letters of your first name)

Wooma

6. Your Superhero name:
(your 2ND favorite color, and favorite drink).

Red Baileys

7. Your Iraqi name:
(2ND letter of your first name, 3rd letter of your last name, 1st letter of your middle name, 2ND letter of your moms maiden name, 3rd letter of your dads middle name, 1st letter of a siblings first name, and last letter of your moms middle name)

Aoecche

8. Your Witness Protection name:
(parents middle names)

Jane Jack

9. Your Goth name:
(black, and the name of one of your pets)

Black Shelby

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1. If you could build a house anywhere, where would it be? On my private island.

2.What is your favorite article of clothing? Sweats.

3. Last C.D. you bought? Jewel - Goodbye Alice in Wonderland.

4. Where is your favorite place to be? In front of the tv.

5. Least favorite place to be? In a spider pit.

6. Are you strongest in mind or body? Neither. Pretty weak in both areas.

7. What time do you wake up? When my body says get out. Could be anywhere between 8 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. depending on the night before.

8. Favorite kitchen appliance? Dishwasher.

9. What instrument would you like to play? Cello.

10. Favorite color? Blue.

11. Sports car of SUV? How about an environmentally friendly Toyota hybrid?

12. Favorite children's book? Ferdinand.

13. Favorite season? Fall.

14. Least favorite chore? Changing the kitty litter. Sorry, Suze!

15. Favorite day? It's always been Friday.

16. Favorite food? French fries and gravy from the Bamboo Gardens. Too bad it's closed.

17. Favorite drink? Ice cold skim milk. Ice cold chocolate 1% milk comes in second.

18. Favorite word? C**T. And it ain't coot.

19. Favorite inspirational book? The Celestine Prophecy.

20. Who would you like to play you in the movie of you life? Charlize Theron.

Use the title of this meme in your subject line or create your own. Use short answer or elaborate on each one Monday - Friday. Feel free to tag your friends or not. A link back to this lens would be appreciated.

Five Jobs I've Had

1. A cashier in a corner store called the Cow Palace.

2. A house cleaning assistant for a private business. She fired me because I wouldn't let her sit on her ass while I worked.

3. A nurse in a northern hospital.

4. A lottery clerk in a department store.

4. An assistant manager/manager for a plus size clothing store.

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How many jobs have you had?
Ten. My husband likens me to a butterfly.

How many times have you been fired?
Twice. Both unjust and selfish reasons.

How many times have you quit?
Eight. Either for better employment or moving.

Did you go to school for any of the jobs you worked?
I went to college to become a registered nurse. I graduated and worked in that profession for a few years. I graduated at a time when there were few job options other than going south.

Worst job you ever had?
House Cleaning Assistant. She was lazy and when I called her on it she fired me.

Best job you ever had?
Personal aid to a mom with a newborn with birth defects.

Dream job?
Working for myself.

What are you doing now?
Working for myself.

Copy and paste to your blog and replace with your answers. This is designed to be a very short answer Meme but feel free to elaborate on your choices. You could spend a month talking about your choices and it can be looked at from two perspectives - favorites or who would win in a fight. Tag your friends or not (but they probably won't curse you for this one because it's so easy). A link back to this lens would be appreciated.

Male Against Male

1. Conan or Superman?
Conan

2. Spiderman or Silver Surfer?
Silver Surfer forever!

3. Captain America or Batman?
Batman

4. Wolverine or Cyclops?
Wolverine

5. Daredevil or The Phantom?
Daredevil

6. Hellboy or Hulk?
Hellboy

7. The Flash or Green Lantern?
Green Lantern

8. The Punisher or Blade?
Punisher

9. Zorro or Thor?
Thor

10. Blade or Spawn?
Blade

Female Against Female

1. Batgirl or Supergirl?
Supergirl

2. Elektra or Catwoman?
Elektra

3. Wonder Woman or Phoenix (Jean Grey)?
Wonder Woman forever!

4. She-Hulk or She-Ra?
She-Hulk

5. Ultra-Violet or Wildstorm?
Ultra-Violet

6. Wonder Woman or Elektra?
Wonder Woman forever!

7. Leeloo or Buffy?
Leeloo

8. Queen of Swords or Xena?
Xena

9. Red Sonja or Nikita?
Red Sonja

10. Storm or Wonder Woman?
Wonder Woman forever! :)

Female Against Male

1. Buffy or Blade?
Blade

2. She-Hulk or Hellboy?
Hellboy

3. Red Sonja or Conan?
Conan

4. Supergirl or Superman?
Superman

5. Xena or Spiderman?
Xena (sword trumps web)

6. UltraViolet or The Punisher?
Ultra-Violet

7. Queen of Swords or Zorro?
Zorro

8. Catwoman or Cyclops?
Cyclops

9. Nikita or Batman?
Batman

10. Phoenix or Silver Surfer?
Silver Surfer forever!

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When in doubt about what to write in your blog you can always turn to the blogs of others. Write about your favorite blogs - a minimum of three all the way up to seven. You can use an intro or go right into the blogs that curl your toes.

I haven't been around my own blog much. I guess that means I've actually been busy working. I started a new day planner with the new year and while it hasn't been perfect I find it has made me more productive in some areas. I thought for a change I would share some of my favorite blogs with you.

Keris Staiton - I met Keris a few years ago due to a shared interest in Christopher Eccles, who was then playing Dr. Who. She's Canadian by birth (but living in the UK) and we actually had the opportunity to meet during one of scouting missions. She's cute, witty and entertaining and so is her family.

Junkfood Science - No, it isn't about junkfood. Well not really. Sandy Szwarc, BSN, RN, CCP gives the straight dose on all the health reports out there by reading the small print.

Big Fat Deal - This blog is written by two plus size dames who go by Mo Pie and Weetabix online. They have a no nonsense attitude toward fat acceptance and the media. And they are pretty entertaining while doing it. If you ever want to bookmark a fat blog this should be one of them.

Fab Sugar - Nothing like a little celebrity envy. This blog has nothing to do with being plus size; it has a lot to do with being fashionable and a celebrity. And there is lots of votey things.

The F-Word - Yep, another fat blog. I have many. This one is written by Rachel. The first thing that attracted me to this blog is the title and Rachel's voice keeps me going back.

Copy and paste to your blog and replace with your answers. This is designed to be a very short answer Meme but feel free to elaborate on your choices. Use the last one to tag your friends or not. A link back to this lens would be appreciated.

Four Jobs I Have Had:
* Housekeeper
* Nurse
* Lottery Clerk
* Babysitter

Four Places I Have Lived:
* Fort William
* Thunder Bay
* Geraldton
* Belleville

Four Movies I Could Watch Again and Again:
* Officer and a Gentleman
* An American Werewolf in London
* Alien
* Sense and Sensibility

Four Television Shows I Love:
* Lost
* Veronica Mars
* Dexter
* CSI (the original)

Four Authors I Enjoy:
* Stephen King
* Jane Austen
* William Kowalski
* Janet Fitch

Four Places I Have Travelled To:
* Halifax
* Alberta badlands
* Jasper
* Niagara Falls

Four Website I Visit Daily:
* http://largeandlovely.bellaonline.com
* http://www.pogo.com
* http://www.myspace.com
* http://www.squidoo.com

Four Blogs I Visit Weekly:
* Junkfood Science
* Big Fat Blog
* Big Fat Deal
* Big Girl Blog

Four of My Favorite Foods:
* Rice
* French Fries
* Watermelon
* 3 Musketeer

Four Places I'd Rather Be:
* Out in the yard gardening
* Sleeping
* Reading a good book
* Watching Veronica Mars

Four People I Want to Tag:
* Gwen
* Rachel
* Vicki
* Jo-Ann

Copy and paste into your blog and change comments after. Use the title of this meme in your subject line or create your own. Feel free to tag your friends or not. A link back to this lens would be appreciated.

What have you just read?
I just finished a collection of stories by Laurie Lynn Drummond titled, Anything You Say Can and Will Be Used Against You. The story collection focuses around five female police officers in Louisiana.

What are you reading now?
I just started Lauren Baratz-Logsted book The Thin Pink Line. I consider it mature chic lit as opposed to fluffy chic lit.

Do you have any idea what you'll read when you're done with that?
I have to read a book for Once Written, When Crickets Cry by Charles Martin.

What's the worst thing you were ever forced to read?
The only thing that comes to mind at the moment is Second Sunrise: A Lee Nez Novel.

What's one book you always recommend to just about anyone?
Stephen King's The Stand. I know, I know...

Admit it, sadly the librarians at your library know you on a first name basis, don't they?
Actually, no they don't. The library closed that was near my place. I don't like the location of the new library. Lots of traffic and bad parking.

Is there a book you absolutely love, but for some reason, people never think it sounds interesting, or maybe they read it and don't like it at all?
I'm addicted to Janet Evanovich's Plum Series but people just don't seem to get it. You either love her or you hate her. I can't love her enough.

Do you read books while you eat?
Sometimes.

While you bathe?
No.

While you watch movies or tv?
I like to read during commercials. Never during a movie. That's sacrilegious.

While you listen to music?
I have a specific classical cd that I listen to while reading for long periods of time.

While you're on the computer?
I've been known to read the occasional e-book.

When you were little did other children tease you about your reading habits?
Yes, I was a terribly slow reader. It wasn't until I was 13 and I discovered Robert Zelazny's Amber series that I started to enjoy reading.

What's the last thing you stayed up half the night reading because it was so good you couldn't put it down?
Janet Evanovich Plum Series - #11.

Have any books made you cry?
Lots! Most recently that I can think of: Pomegranate Soup and The Mercy of Thin Air.

Copy and paste into your blog and change comments with your own. One word only! Use the title of this meme in your subject line or create your own. Feel free to tag your friends or not. A link back to this lens would be appreciated.

1. Where is your cell phone? Counter

2. Describe your boyfriend/girlfriend? Married!

3. Your hair? Blonde

4. Your mother? Distant

5. Your father? Who?

6. Your favourite item? Computer

7. Your dream last night? Murder

8. Your favourite drink? Milk

9. Your dream car? Functional

10. The room you are in? Office

11. Your ex? Forgotten

12. Your fear? Dismemberment

13. What do you want to be in 10 years? Alive

14. Who did you hang out with last night? Cat

15. What you're not? Model

16. The last thing you did? Eat

17. What are you wearing? Red

18. Your favourite book? Stand

19. The last thing you ate? Chocolate

20. Your life? Living

21. Your mood? Chaotic

22. Your friends? Worldwide

23. What are you thinking about right now? Back

24. Your car? Toyota

25. What are you doing at the moment? Typing

26. Your summer? RVing

27. What is on your TV? Glass

28. When is the last time you laughed? Saturday

29. Last time you cried? Today

30. School? History!

If you're into it, blog your own!

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My Foundation: Depending on the time of year and humidity I either use Loreal's Infallible or Loreal's True Match.

My Mascara: Maybelline - I try others but I always come back to it. It's affordable and it doesn't start clumping in a week. I'm partial to the pink and green tube.

My Blush: Mary Kay and a Clinique sample.

My Eye Shadow: Avon and Elf cosmetics.

My Day Cream: Yonka for oily skin.

My Lipstick: Cover Girl True Match and Clinique's sheer pink.

My Essential Beauty Product: Yonka's milk cleanser which also doubles as an eye make-up remover.

My Favorite Makeup Product: Du Wop Lip Gloss

My Perfume: Clinique's Happy. I've tried a few others over the last year but I'm back with Happy... probably to stay.

My Nails: Tips solution by Ask Cosmetics. It's amazing!

My Feet: Vaseline baby!

My Hands: Lush's Smitten

Three Products to bring on a deserted island: Vaseline, sunscreen and my lipstick (I don't do chapstick).

Woman I admire for their beauty: Isabella Rossellini (and Diane Lane).

Woman with the Best Sense of Style: Oprah Winfrey

Does beauty mean?: Being comfortable in your own skin.

My Favorite Fashion Publication: It use to be Vogue.

You're beautiful!

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Love
* What is the first thing you notice about the opposite sex?
* What excites you about the opposite sex?
* What turns you off?
* Who sleep next to you at night?
* Have you ever had a long distance relationship?
* Did it work? Why or why not?
* Have you broken someone's heart?
* Has your heart been broken?
* Have you ever been given an engagement ring?
* Have you ever broken an engagement?
* What is your longest relationship?
* Have you ever been married?
* When was your last kiss?

Friendship
* Who is your best friend?
* When was the last time you saw your best friend?
* Which friend would you call if you were in trouble?
* Which friend would you call if you were sad?
* Do you have a friend who knows something about you no one else does?
* If you were falling who would you trust to catch you?
* Do you miss any friends you haven't seen in a while? Who?

Family
* Are both of your parents still living?
* Are you closer to your mother or your father?
* Did you ever lie to your parents and then come clean about it?
* If they separated who would you want to go live with?
* Do you have any brothers and sisters?
* Did you ever lock a sibling in the closet?
* Did you ever make a sibling bleed?
* Who would you call if you needed help?