20 Questions
1. IF YOU COULD BUILD A SECOND HOUSE ANYWHERE, WHERE WOULD IT BE?
Someplace that's warm in the winter and on the ocean. Key West would be a possibility. A home in another country is also appealing to me, for the chance to immerse myself in a completely different culture. Unfortunately I haven't traveled abroad, so I can't name a specific locale. Of course, I might not build a second house at all, but live on a sailboat instead. The opportunity to become nomadic for part of the year is very appealing to me. Combine that with the chance to live on the water and sail on a daily basis, and I'd probably be blissful.
2. WHAT'S YOUR FAVORITE ARTICLE OF CLOTHING?
A beat-up green barn coat. It reminds me of the times I've spent outdoors, working with my hands, wandering, and taking photographs of nature.
3. THE LAST CD YOU BOUGHT?
Tidal by Fiona Apple. I don't buy many CDs anymore, because I subscribe to an online music service. For less than the price of a single CD per month, I get access to millions of songs. Sometimes I love technology.
4. MORNING OR NIGHT?
Any time I am well-rested, wide awake, and enjoying the moment. I am a night person by nature, but only because I often don't feel "done" at the end of the day, so I'm reluctant to go to sleep.
5. WHAT'S YOUR FAVORITE KITCHEN APPLIANCE?
The stove/oven, because it is the primary appliance I use when I have the time to make meals with care for myself and those I love.
6. IF YOU COULD PLAY AN INSTRUMENT, WHAT WOULD IT BE?
I played the sax a long time ago. I'd like to learn guitar and piano.
7. FAVORITE COLOR?
Cerulean blue (a bit of history). I love the sky when it's so deep and bright that it seems to be something beyond color. Also, the varied colors of water, in large bodies such as lakes and oceans.
8. WHICH DO YOU PREFER, SPORTS CAR OR SUV?
On a purely self-indulgent level, I'd prefer a '65 Ford mustang convertible on a warm spring day, to take a long drive up the lake, feel the wind in my face, and admire the sight of everything coming back to life. But given reality, I'd prefer something with much better gas mileage.
9. DO YOU BELIEVE IN AFTERLIFE?
I honestly don't know. Ask me after I die.
10. FAVORITE CHILDREN'S BOOK?
Runaway Ralph.
11. WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE SEASON?
Fall. See this entry.
12. IF YOU COULD HAVE ONE SUPER POWER, WHAT WOULD IT BE?
Instantaneous travel.
13. IF YOU HAVE A TATTOO, WHAT IS IT?
I have no tattoos, although I admire them on others when they are original. I like seeing evidence of a particular desire for expression manifested on skin.
14. WHAT'S YOUR FAVORITE DAY?
Friday or Saturday, because it's when I'm most free to do what I want, and know that I'll have a similar opportunity the next day.
15. WHICH DO YOU PREFER, SUSHI OR HAMBURGER? WHAT'S YOUR FAVORITE FOOD?
I love both, and food in general. My favorite food is that which is made with care and savored.
16. HORROR OR COMEDY?
Comedy, although I've developed more of a taste for horror recently, thanks to a good friend.
17. WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE PASTIME?
Spending time with good friends and loved ones, sailing, gardening, and being outdoors.
18. WHAT DO YOU DREAD?
Disappointing or hurting those I love.
19. WHICH IS MORE REJUVENATING - SPENDING TIME WITH PEOPLE OR WITHOUT?
Spending time with the *right* people energizes, entertains, and comforts me. Spending time alone, when by choice, does rejuvenate me, as it lets me observe and admire the world without distraction, and explore my thoughts and my creative interests. I find that both are essential for my happiness.
20. WHAT ANIMAL ARE YOU MOST LIKE?
Human, silly. What, are my tentacles showing again? Great, now I have to assimilate you... In terms of a totemic animal, I'd have to say a crow.
