9/7
Would you rather be a hobbit, elf, dwarf, vampire, werewolf, mermaid, magician or unicorn? I'd really rather be human, thanks.
What's your favorite pattern/print? I'm partial to stripes. Can't really manage polka dots or paisley, though.
If you could write a letter to your younger self, what would the introduction look like? "Get over yourself!" [that's the whole letter, in fact]
If you have a best friend, tell us a little about them: Yes, I do, and they are most excellent in every way.
Think back on a time when you were really really happy: can you describe your exact feelings? No. Some things can't be explained in words.
What is your favorite musical instrument? Bagpipes. Or, if I have to go with orchestral "normal" instruments, cello.
Who is your favorite fictional character? Ruth, in The Book of Ruth.
Why do people watch so much TV? Inertia and our craving for stories.
Why are there so many unsuccessful book-to-movie translations? My version of the book is going to be different from anyone else's, and you just can't explain in pictures everything that is written (or vice versa, to be fair).
Are you afraid of the dark? Nope.
If you could, would you become immortal? I guess I'm betting on being just that.
What do you like most about yourself? My wit(s).
What does it take for you to be happy? Being left to my own devices.
If it was a choice between saving a thousand people you don't know or saving your three best friends, what would you do? Gotta be the friends.
What do you hate more than anything? People's inability to do their jobs.
Would you rather never have to: sleep, eat, or breathe? Of those three, breathe.
What is a talent you'd dearly like to have? I'd like to have more 'push' in things I care about.
Compare the love you have (or would like to have) to a famous romance: There are no film crews or paparazzi in my life, thank God!
What do you think will happen to you when you die? See above. I'm betting on heaven.
Do you hate it when you think that someone's calling for your boyfriend/girlfriend across the way when it's really somebody else? What? No clue what this means.
What was the farthest place you had to travel by foot recently? Probably shopping yesterday, I dunno.
Who were the last three people of the opposite sex you hugged? Sparky, Beast, and...John? Justin? I can't remember.
Have you ever looked for something that was in your hand/nearby? Hello, welcome to my reality.
Do you remember the last thing you "aww'd" at? Baby clothes. I ended up buying something, impulse buy, for my almost-great-nephew.
Why are you feeling the way that you are feeling right now? I have no idea why I'm tired. Boredom.
When was the last time you prank called somebody? Several decades.
Have you gotten gum stuck in your hair before? Yeah. Oh boy. Never store gum behind your ear, unless you're bald.
Did you have anything to eat for lunch today? I...did. Uhm, what was it? Probably a ham salad sandwich.
What was the last movie you watched with talking animals? I hate movies like this as a rule, so it has definitely been awhile. Sparky's way past those kinds of movies.
Can you handle a relationship without amazing sex? Most of my relationships have no sex involved at all.
Have you run into a pole before? Not fully, but pretty close.
On this same month one year ago, were you single? No.
Is there anyone that you like at the moment? Yes.
Was the last animal you touched/pet a household pet? I haven't touched an animal in awhile, but I'm sure it was a pet.
What holiday do you always dread the most every year? I don't really dread any, except maybe Valentine's Day.
Who was the last person to put their arm around your shoulder? Probably Sparky.
Have you ever cried from missing somebody so badly? On a very regular basis.
What "minor problem" do you have that's been bothering you for a while? Laziness compels me to say nailbiting.
Ever walked into the opposite sex's restroom by accident? Nope. I've done it on purpose, though.
Do you have a "thing" for a celebrity? Yup.
When was the last time someone said you "looked cute with someone" while near someone? Gaaahhhggg!
Have you kissed anybody today? I kissed Sparky on the cheek at bedtime.
Is your best friend still a virgin? Uh, negatory on that, good buddy.
Where did you last order Chinese food/take-out? Wow, it's been several months.
What was your dream last night? Don't remember.
During this time right now about 24 hours ago, what were you doing? This.
Can you recite the alphabet backwards perfectly? Yup. Can even sing it.
Who is the last person you high-fived? I've moved on to terrorist fist bumping, and Sparky got one today.
What do you feel about "PDA"? There was a couple necking outside the restaurant at which I ate yesterday, very ostentatiously. Move outta the way, people!
Have you ever tried to push open a door that said pull? Occasionally.
Be honest, who do you miss at this very moment and would love to see? My sister Ellen.
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Do you get skanky when you drink? Nope. I haven't had enough to drink to do that for eons.
What are your plans for the day? If I ever finish this, I'll go to bed. Actually, looking at the length, I may call it right here and finish this another day.
9/8
When was the last time you put gas in a car? Sometime about 10 days ago, or more recently. Whoever did it didn't reset the odometer, so I think it wasn't me.
Do you like the smell of paint? Some paint, yes.
Is there something you should be doing besides this survey? Always. Thanks for the mini guilt-trip.
Do you know anyone who is an amazing dancer? Uh, haven't seen too many dancers lately...so, no.
What's the worst thing to happen to you in the last week? Multiple stupid arguments.
Could you date someone who used poor grammar? If that were his one and only flaw, I'd probably get over it.
How important is a sense of humor in a significant other? The lack of one IS a deal-breaker.
What did you last get in the mail? My Social Security earnings. If I stopped earning money today and retired at 62, I couldn't even cover rent. sigh... I will, seriously, never be able to retire.
Where will you next go? Kitchen for dinner.
It's Mardi Gras. Have you ever flashed someone for beads? Mardi Gras is emphatically NOT in September! And no. Nor would I. My price is considerably higher than cheap plastic beads.
How much would someone have to pay to see you naked? (one person, no pictures, no touching, complete stranger) A FUCK of a lot!
What station is your local rock station? I listen to Jack.
Do you prefer grape or orange soda? I haven't had grape in eons, and orange in almost as long. I like 'em both ok, but not enough to buy 'em, clearly.
Name three purple objects in the room you're in? There is probably a little purple in the papyrus paint, maybe in the fake Tiffany candle holder, and ... uh, on the TV right now.
How many people know you have a
Who gave you your last hickey? Pretty much has to be my husband, innit?
Where was it? No real clue, as if I'd tell anyway.
What was the last party you went to? Does a shower for a coworker count? If so, 9 days ago.
How many TVs are in your house? Two that work. One that doesn't.
Do you like picture surveys? What are they?
Do you immediately notice when your nipples get hard? Uhm, yeah? I think?
Have you ever met a stripper? Yup. Not what you think, and I'll only say it was at a library but it was not a library employee.
Have you ever stolen produce? Er? Not so's I remember.
Have you ever shoplifted at all? When I was young, yes.
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Are you strong enough for this survey? I'm beginning to wonder...
Have you ever taken a picture of yourself kissing someone? I'm not coordinated enough for that.
Do you want to be in a relationship with someone? I have a lot of relationships, so I guess yes? Or no, I'm good with what I've got? I dunno....
Are you someone who's an asshole because you're so honest? Quite likely. I can live with that.
Have you ever said you loved someone when you didn't mean it? I'm pretty sure I've said it meaning something quite different from what the other person thought I meant.
What is your opinion on no sex before marriage? It's not the easiest thing to accomplish, but it's doable.
Was your last kiss perfect? It was a 6 on a 10-point scale.
Have you ever wanted to never give up on someone? I think it's biologically impossible for me to truly ever give up on Sparky.
Would you push someone off a cliff if you had the chance? Can I pick whom?
Have you ever broken someone's heart? I hurt a couple of people very deeply. I'm sure they've recovered just fine, though.
Have you ever liked someone who didn't like you back? Well, duh, yeah! (kind of the way parenting feels sometimes, too)
Have you ever thought something would work out but they used you? I've been aware that I was being used, yes.
Is this survey hard for you? It's fucking LONG!
Would you ever want to be a supermodel? Not.
Do you tell white lies? Yup.
Do you scratch when and where you want to scratch? Depends on a large number of things, primarily "location."
How do you handle a break up? About as well as anyone else, I'm sure.
What was the last thing you ate? Cherry Pop-Tarts.
Have you ever accidentally eaten an insect? I've had a few fly into my mouth at inopportune moments.
Do daddy long legs freak you out? Nope. Think of all the bugs they eat!!
Have you ever cleaned up someone else's vomit? Yes. I am, after all, a mom.
Do you kiss your pets on the mouth? Dogs, yes. Guinea pigs, not so much. Birds, NO.
Would you ever work in a retirement home? Sure.
Have you ever had to dial 911 before? Yes.
When was the last time you had ice cream? Last wek.
Do you honestly hate anyone? Not for any extended period.
Do you prefer morning or night? Morning.
Do you swear a lot? More and more every damn day!
9/19
Can you whistle? Yes. Melodically even.
Could you ever picture yourself on a reality television show? It would be a shoddy Photoshop job.
What was the last movie you watched? Harry Potter #5
Do you drink more apple or orange juice? Uh, neither? Possibly more orange than apple by a factor of .02%.
Have you spoken to your Father today? Well, when you capitalize it that way, yes. I haven't spoken to my dad in 15 years, nearly.
What is bothering you right now? The usual. Not gonna get into it.
Have you ever kissed someone with braces? Not romantically, no.
When was the last time you cried? Yesterday. Bawled, wept, sobbed at my desk at work.
Where did you last go out to eat? 6 Balls.
What time did you go to sleep last night? 12:30 a.m.-ish.
Do you regret anything you've done this year so far? As we are 3/4 of the way through the year...uh, yeah of course!
What is the most fun that you've had in the past week? I enjoyed Monday's JV game. Last night's home opener wasn't so much fun. I, apparently, am a GIANT BITCH for asking the kids in front of me to sit (the fuck) down so I could see! No, of course, I didn't swear at them, and I did say please, but some woman informed me that because other people were standing, that having the kids sit down wouldn't make a difference. They did, and it did. Fuckhead.
So yeah, the JV game.
Are you waiting on anything? As I've said before when asked this question, I'm just waiting on a friend.
9/22
Do you think that you will be married within ten years? Wellllll...I'm married now, and I don't foresee a change tonight/this week/within the next month...so yeah.
Do you like waking up to new texts in the morning? I'd rather see them in the morning than be awakened by them in the night.
Are you currently angry about anything? I'm annoyed by a few things, but I think the anger is at bay.
What was your last phone conversation about and who was it with? Uh...Beast called to tell me he was on the way home about 5 tonight.
Do you feel like anyone's taking you for granted? I.am.a.mom. Of course I'm taken for granted!! And that's the tip of the iceberg.
Do you regret anything you've done this week? Yup.
Will you be up before 7am tomorrow? I will have been awake for 90 minutes by then, and out of the house for almost an hour.
Where did you buy the shirt you're wearing right now? WallyWorld. Pathetic.
Would you ever tattoo your significant other's name on yourself? Nope.
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What is on your bed right now? Two mattress pads (one electric, one plain), two sheets, four pillows in cases, and quilt.
When was the last time you threw up? I don't actually remember, so probably over a year ago. I nearly did a couple of weeks ago but it was an extremely close false alarm.
What's your favorite word or phrase? "Actually" or "Really"--take your pick.
Name 3 people who made you smile today? Beth, Beast, and ironically someone I can't stand...Gus.
What were you doing at 8 am this morning? Running around trying to make sure I was taking what I needed at work with me. I failed on that.
What were you doing 30 minutes ago? Relearning how to use my MP3, cleaning up from dinner, and checking my RSS feeds. Yes, all at once.
What is your favorite holiday? Thanksgiving.
Have you ever been to another country? Yup.
What is the last thing you said aloud? "OK." We're discussing "dress like the opposite sex day" for Sparky's school tomorrow. Uh, no--he's doing a ponytail and calling it done.
What is the best ice cream flavor? The most versatile is vanilla. But I love peppermint.
What was the last thing you had to drink? Leftover diet Pepsi from lunch.
What are you wearing right now? Shirt, clamdiggers, etc.
What was the last thing you ate? Chicken, sauce, etc.
Have you bought any new clothing items this week? Nope. Thought about it. Didn't.
When was the last time you ran? Uhhh....not recently.
What's the last sporting event you watched? Football last night, of course.
If you could go anywhere in the world, where would you go? Right now, I'd probably choose Australia.
Who is the last person you sent a comment/message on myspace? No clue. I haven't done anything at all on MySpace for a couple of years.
Ever go camping? Yes.
Do you have a tan? I have a decent crop of freckles.
Have you ever lost anything down a toilet? Not that I'm aware of.
What is your guilty pleasure? This.
Do you use smiley faces on the computer a lot? Yes, I do. Gotta problem with that??
Do you drink your soda from a straw? In a restaurant cup, yes. Usually I drink out of a bottle or can.
What did your last text message say? "Just leaving. C ya soon."
Are you someone's best friend? I think so.
What are you doing tomorrow? Bible Study, work, Study Group, dinner, bell choir...collapsing.
Where is your mom right now? Actually, I'm not sure. I'd bet on her being in a mortuary, unless my sister already picked up her ashes.
Look to your left, what do you see? The table with a lot of stuff on it: cup, watch, clippers, lip balm (2), eraser, pencil led, school planner, paper, Stabilo pack, prom picture folder, coasters....
What color is your watch? Silver.
What do you think of when you think of Australia? Red dirt and kangaroos.
Ever ridden on a roller coaster? Yes.
What is your birthstone? Topaz. Not my favorite at all. So I have earrings (from my parents), and NOTHING else.
Do you go in at a fast food place or just hit the drive thru? I usually drive through.
Do you have any friends on MySpace that you actually hate? I don't think I actually have any friends at all on MySpace.
Do you have a dog? No. {sniffle}
Last person you talked to on the phone? Beast.
Any plans today? NCIS: LA (oooooh, LL Cool J!!), bath, bed, sleep.
Are you happy? I'm not unhappy. I'd call it content.
Where are you right now? On the sofa, of course.
Biggest annoyance in your life right now? Work is bashing it out with my health. It's pretty even.
Last song listened to? "Start Wearing Purple," by Gogol Bordello. This afternoon, at work. I *heart* that song.
Last movie you saw? Still HP5.
Are you allergic to anything? It's possible I'm allergic to myself along with the other suspects: animals, pollen, mold, etc.
Favorite pair of shoes you wear all the time? I love my sparkly shoes.
Are you jealous of anyone? A little envious of my boss's shoe supply.
Are you married? So far....
Is anyone jealous of you? Who knows. Maybe?
Do any of your friends have children? I'd eyeball it as 1/3 of my Fb friends have kids. But many of my Fb friends are kids, so....
Do you eat healthy? I'm about to start focusing on it a little more.
What do you usually do during the day? Breathe. Work. Lose a little more of my eyesight.
Do you hate anyone right now? No.
Do you use the word 'hello' daily? Yes.
How many kids do you want when you're older? Just the one, unless we're counting grandchildren. ;-)
How did you get one of your scars? Let's go with surgery.
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