I just read an article about Americans’ non-work related Internet use. In a survey of 2,513 adults (average age 48 years), reseachers found that 68.9 percent were regular Internet users and that: 13.7 percent found it hard to stay away from the Internet for several days at a time; 12.4 percent stayed online longer than intended very often or often; 12.3 percent had seen a need to cut back on Internet use at some point; 8.7 percent tried to hide nonessential Internet use from family, friends and employers; 8.2 percent used the Internet as a way to escape problems or …

According to The Super Hero Quiz, I’m (80%) Spider-Man.  I have to admit, I’m a bit disappointed.  I wanted to be Wonder Woman.   My results: You are Spider-Man Spider-Man 85% Iron Man 80% Superman 75% Green Lantern 70% Supergirl 68% The Flash 65% Wonder Woman 63% Hulk 60% Batman 55% Robin 52% Catwoman 35% You are intelligent, witty, a bit geeky and have greatpower and responsibility. Click here to take the Superhero Personality Test

Last month was Seattle’s wettest month in 115 years.  We had 16.63 inches of precipitation.  Three weeks ago, we got hit with a snow storm.  Today we’re being blasted with high winds, which has resulted in closed bridges, massive power outages and more. Ah…. mother nature.

My new favorite blog is The Sartorialist. It’s full of photos of fashion on the streets of New York City. I highly recommend. 🙂

Cork’d: a somewhat ingenious little site to swap wine recommendations.  If you join, add me!

Some of the funniest videos I’ve seen… The Daily Show & CIA Director Hayden The Daily Show & CIA Director Goss The Daily Show & Dick Cheney the Hunter

…but I just couldn’t resist.  I’m going to a family wedding in Harrisburg this weekend.  Guess my only full day in Pennsylvannia?  

So, after much reluctance, i’ve decided to keep a small blog. I’m leaving for thailand later this week, and I thought it would be nice to be able to share stories and pictures. (Note: since I’m still using a film camera, the uploading of pictures will probably take a while ) Karen p.s. I’ve also determined that of all the themes that wordpress offers, I like the default the best. I am so boring. p.p.s. Oh…. and Merry Christmas!