Sunday Sixpack - 01/03/10

Refugee · January 3, 2010

1. Currently, are there any babies in your family or circle of friends?

2. Are you one of those people who use a high-pitched, sing-song voice when talking to babies and small children?

3. If you were standing in line next to a *very* pregnant stranger at the bank or grocery store, what would you say to her?

4. Similarly, what do you say or do near babies in public?

5. When walking through a store, are you the sort of person who can go by the baby clothes without even a glance or do you have to stop to ooh and ahh?

6. Take this quiz - What's Your Friendship Style?

WildflowerNJ · January 3, 2010

Sunday Sixpack - 01/03/10

1. Currently, are there any babies in your family or circle of friends?

Yes..

2. Are you one of those people who use a high-pitched, sing-song voice when talking to babies and small children?

No..

3. If you were standing in line next to a *very* pregnant stranger at the bank or grocery store, what would you say to her?

Not sure what we would talk about but things come up..

4. Similarly, what do you say or do near babies in public?

5. When walking through a store, are you the sort of person who can go by the baby clothes without even a glance or do you have to stop to ooh and ahh?

If I am shopping for them for a family member I would stop...if not, no...

6. Take this quiz - What's Your Friendship Style?

Your Friendship Style is Empathetic

You deeply care about each person you're friends with. For you, friendship is all about the personal connection.

You tend to know everything about your friends' lives... and they know everything about yours. Your friends are your confidants.

You are always there for your friends. You celebrate their successes and support them in their times of need.

You are as loyal as they come. And you expect the same loyalty and understanding from your friends in return.

You and another Empathetic Friend: Have a amazing friendship, when it works. You care for each other deeply, but you often end up with hurt feelings and drama.

You and a Gregarious Friend: May have a bit of a one sided friendship. You adore your Social Friend, but you sometimes feel a bit neglected.

You and an Independent Friend: Struggle a bit. You are very interested in your Independent Friend's life, but your friend often needs more space.

You and a Philosophical Friend: Respect one another. You love to learn about your Philosophical Friend's brilliant ideas.

Echosoftom · January 3, 2010

1. Currently, are there any babies in your family or circle of friends?

Yes, my granddaughter! We also have a family friend with a 3 month old girl.

2. Are you one of those people who use a high-pitched, sing-song voice when talking to babies and small children? - I don't think so. I try to talk to them in my normal voice.

3. If you were standing in line next to a *very* pregnant stranger at the bank or grocery store, what would you say to her? - If we are already talking, I might ask her when she is due, the sex of the baby and because I'm a nurse, where is she delivering? But I don't strike up a conversation with women just because they are pregnant.

4. Similarly, what do you say or do near babies in public? - I probably talk to them if they're looking at me and smiling. It depends on the baby. Some couldn't be bothered while others love the attention.

5. When walking through a store, are you the sort of person who can go by the baby clothes without even a glance or do you have to stop to ooh and ahh? YES! Especially since my granddaughter has arrived. There's so many cute things for little baby girls, lol.

6. Take this quiz - What's Your Friendship Style?

Your Friendship Style is Independent

You love your friends, but you don't always need them as much as they need you.

You like to do your own thing. Sometimes this means taking a break from your friends and carving your own path.

As long as your friends give you the space you need, you are happy to be there for them whenever you can.

Your friends lean on you for advice and problem solving. You tend to be "the rock."

You and an Empathetic Friend: Go well together. Your Empathetic Friend understand and accepts you... but may be too needy sometimes.

You and a Gregarious Friend: Get along well, as long as your Gregarious Friend is happy to only see you occasionally.

You and another Independent Friend: Have a love / hate thing going on. When you agree, things are blissful. However, more often than not, you butt heads.

You and a Philosophical Friend: Are somewhat a matter of opposites attract. You're both thinkers, but you think very differently.

Katie · January 3, 2010

1. Currently, are there any babies in your family or circle of friends? Not in my very close circle, but EVERYONE I went to high school with is having babies.

2. Are you one of those people who use a high-pitched, sing-song voice when talking to babies and small children? Sometimes its appropriate.

3. If you were standing in line next to a *very* pregnant stranger at the bank or grocery store, what would you say to her? If we had made contact somehow before, I would ask her when she is due. But only if it is blatently obvious that she was pg.

4. Similarly, what do you say or do near babies in public? I smile and sometimes play pick-a-boo with them. I don't ever touch them unless I've been talking with the parents and they are ok with it.

5. When walking through a store, are you the sort of person who can go by the baby clothes without even a glance or do you have to stop to ooh and ahh? Sometimes I can ignore them, but I frequently find myself stopping and fawning over them.

SingsInFrench · January 3, 2010

1. Currently, are there any babies in your family or circle of friends?

No

2. Are you one of those people who use a high-pitched, sing-song voice when talking to babies and small children?

Not sing-song, but my voice and face become more animated

3. If you were standing in line next to a *very* pregnant stranger at the bank or grocery store, what would you say to her?

I would smile and say hello

4. Similarly, what do you say or do near babies in public?

If the baby seems interested, I will smile and say hi

5. When walking through a store, are you the sort of person who can go by the baby clothes without even a glance or do you have to stop to ooh and ahh?

no

6. Take this quiz - What's Your Friendship Style?

Your Friendship Style is Empathetic

You deeply care about each person you're friends with. For you, friendship is all about the personal connection.

You tend to know everything about your friends' lives... and they know everything about yours. Your friends are your confidants.

You are always there for your friends. You celebrate their successes and support them in their times of need.

You are as loyal as they come. And you expect the same loyalty and understanding from your friends in return.

You and another Empathetic Friend: Have a amazing friendship, when it works. You care for each other deeply, but you often end up with hurt feelings and drama.

You and a Gregarious Friend: May have a bit of a one sided friendship. You adore your Social Friend, but you sometimes feel a bit neglected.

You and an Independent Friend: Struggle a bit. You are very interested in your Independent Friend's life, but your friend often needs more space.

You and a Philosophical Friend: Respect one another. You love to learn about your Philosophical Friend's brilliant ideas.

Softanimal · January 3, 2010

1. Currently, are there any babies in your family or circle of friends?

My stepsister has got a boy, aged one.

2. Are you one of those people who use a high-pitched, sing-song voice when talking to babies and small children?

No. I use a normal voice when talking to my nephew.

3. If you were standing in line next to a *very* pregnant stranger at the bank or grocery store, what would you say to her?

Nothing. We do not talk much to complete strangers in this country.

4. Similarly, what do you say or do near babies in public?

Mmmm... Nothing special...

5. When walking through a store, are you the sort of person who can go by the baby clothes without even a glance or do you have to stop to ooh and ahh?

I can go by without noticing. The time will come, when it comes.

6. Take this quiz - What's Your Friendship Style?

Doesn't work today...

Edited January 3, 2010 by Softanimal

Pawie · January 3, 2010

1. Currently, are there any babies in your family or circle of friends?

No.

2. Are you one of those people who use a high-pitched, sing-song voice when talking to babies and small children?

I guess I can be very cootchie, coo with babies...

3. If you were standing in line next to a *very* pregnant stranger at the bank or grocery store, what would you say to her?

"First baby? Did you take prenatal classes?" Just kidding. I leave them alone.

4. Similarly, what do you say or do near babies in public?

If they look at me I use to try to make them smile..

5. When walking through a store, are you the sort of person who can go by the baby clothes without even a glance or do you have to stop to ooh and ahh?

I like to look because baby clothes are usually so cute, but no oohhh's or ahh's.

6. Take this quiz - What's Your Friendship Style?

Your Friendship Style is Empathetic

You deeply care about each person you're friends with. For you, friendship is all about the personal connection.

You tend to know everything about your friends' lives... and they know everything about yours. Your friends are your confidants.

You are always there for your friends. You celebrate their successes and support them in their times of need.

You are as loyal as they come. And you expect the same loyalty and understanding from your friends in return.

wild1forever · January 3, 2010

1. Currently, are there any babies in your family or circle of friends? No, but my niece is due in May.

2. Are you one of those people who use a high-pitched, sing-song voice when talking to babies and small children? Not usually.

3. If you were standing in line next to a *very* pregnant stranger at the bank or grocery store, what would you say to her? If I say anything, I would ask when she's due.

4. Similarly, what do you say or do near babies in public? I might wave to a baby.

5. When walking through a store, are you the sort of person who can go by the baby clothes without even a glance or do you have to stop to ooh and ahh? I walk right by.

6. Take this quiz - What's Your Friendship Style?

Empathetic.

Starfish · January 3, 2010

1. Currently, are there any babies in your family or circle of friends? Yes, my niece had a baby in October. My friends' kids are all in college and high school now, guess the next babies in my circle will be grandkids.

2. Are you one of those people who use a high-pitched, sing-song voice when talking to babies and small children? Babies, yes - with children, I use my normal voice.

3. If you were standing in line next to a *very* pregnant stranger at the bank or grocery store, what would you say to her? I have to be 100% absolutely sure the person is pregnant before I'll ask about it... one of my friends has a bit of a belly and has been asked many embarrassing times if she's pregnant, I would hate to do that to anyone. But if I'm sure, I'll ask when she's due, how she's feeling, etc.

4. Similarly, what do you say or do near babies in public? I smile at them, and talk to them if they smile back at me, and try not to make any sudden moves to freak out their parents. I don't touch them. It used to drive me nuts when people wanted to put their grubby hands on my babies.

5. When walking through a store, are you the sort of person who can go by the baby clothes without even a glance or do you have to stop to ooh and ahh? I must look, lol. I love baby clothes.

6. Take this quiz - What's Your Friendship Style?

Your Friendship Style is Independent

You love your friends, but you don't always need them as much as they need you.

You like to do your own thing. Sometimes this means taking a break from your friends and carving your own path.

As long as your friends give you the space you need, you are happy to be there for them whenever you can.

Your friends lean on you for advice and problem solving. You tend to be "the rock."

You and an Empathetic Friend: Go well together. Your Empathetic Friend understand and accepts you... but may be too needy sometimes.

You and a Gregarious Friend: Get along well, as long as your Gregarious Friend is happy to only see you occasionally.

You and another Independent Friend: Have a love / hate thing going on. When you agree, things are blissful. However, more often than not, you butt heads.

You and a Philosophical Friend: Are somewhat a matter of opposites attract. You're both thinkers, but you think very differently.

Refugee · January 3, 2010

1. Currently, are there any babies in your family or circle of friends? - My local friends, no. Long distance friends, yes, a few of them have grandkids now. As for my family, no.

2. Are you one of those people who use a high-pitched, sing-song voice when talking to babies and small children? - No. I use my normal voice. I can't stand that high-pitched baby voice some people use.

3. If you were standing in line next to a *very* pregnant stranger at the bank or grocery store, what would you say to her? - Depends on how bored I am in line. I might strike up a conversation about when is she due, does she know the sex of the baby yet, mom stuff.

4. Similarly, what do you say or do near babies in public? - Depends on my mood.

5. When walking through a store, are you the sort of person who can go by the baby clothes without even a glance or do you have to stop to ooh and ahh? - I tend to oooohhh and ahhhhh, lol.

6. Take this quiz - What's Your Friendship Style? -

Your Friendship Style is Gregarious

You love being with people, and you find it easy to make friends.

Hanging out with your friends gives you a real charge, and you tend to be busy every night of the week.

You enjoy interesting conversations and shared activities with your friends. Your motto is: "The more the merrier"

While you love your friends, you don't love it if they put demands on you. You don't think that friendship should be about obligation.

You and an Empathetic Friend: get along best one on one. Your Empathetic Friend loves talking about your social circle but may feel left out when the whole gang is around.

You and another Gregarious Friend: Are a perfect match.

You've finally found a friend who's as outgoing and fun loving as you are.

You and an Independent Friend: Are well suited for each other. You don't put too demands on your Independent Friend, and your Independent Friend finds you fascinating.

You and a Philosophical Friend: Are pretty different. You're high energy. Your Philosophical Friend is more cautious. You'll have to meet in the middle and learn from one another.

KansasPettyFan · January 3, 2010

1. Currently, are there any babies in your family or circle of friends? No.

2. Are you one of those people who use a high-pitched, sing-song voice when talking to babies and small children? No.

3. If you were standing in line next to a *very* pregnant stranger at the bank or grocery store, what would you say to her? Probably just hello.

4. Similarly, what do you say or do near babies in public? Depends. Usually just smile at them.

5. When walking through a store, are you the sort of person who can go by the baby clothes without even a glance or do you have to stop to ooh and ahh? Just a glance, no stopping.

6. Take this quiz - What's Your Friendship Style?

Your Friendship Style is Gregarious

You love being with people, and you find it easy to make friends.

Hanging out with your friends gives you a real charge, and you tend to be busy every night of the week.

You enjoy interesting conversations and shared activities with your friends. Your motto is: "The more the merrier"

While you love your friends, you don't love it if they put demands on you. You don't think that friendship should be about obligation.

You and an Empathetic Friend: Are get along best one on one. Your Empathetic Friend loves talking about your social circle but may feel left out when the whole gang is around.

You and another Gregarious Friend: Are a perfect match. You've finally found a friend who's as outgoing and fun loving as you are.

You and an Independent Friend: Are well suited for each other. You don't put too demands on your Independent Friend, and your Independent Friend finds you fascinating.

You and a Philosophical Friend: Are pretty different. You're high energy. Your Philosophical Friend is more cautious. You'll have to meet in the middle and learn from one another.

HeartbreakerFan · January 3, 2010

1. Currently, are there any babies in your family or circle of friends? Yes, I have two grandsons--Braedyn who is almost 3 and Colten who is 2 1/2 months old.

2. Are you one of those people who use a high-pitched, sing-song voice when talking to babies and small children? Unfortunately

3. If you were standing in line next to a *very* pregnant stranger at the bank or grocery store, what would you say to her?

Depends on the situation

4. Similarly, what do you say or do near babies in public?

If babies are happy, I just smile and basically don't want to bother them.

5. When walking through a store, are you the sort of person who can go by the baby clothes without even a glance or do you have to stop to ooh and ahh?

Since I have two grandsons, I look at baby clothes. I don't ooh and ahh very much unless they are on sale, but I usually note how cute all those little pink outfits that I don't get to buy are.