Week 65: 641-650

641:  Are you reliable?

Mostly....definitely at work.

642:  If you were on Death Row, what would be your last meal?

Probably pasta.

643:  What can people count on you for?

A smile; a decent meal; comic relief

644:  Are you any good at giving massages?

Yes.

645:  How many times have you had your heart broken?

Too many times to count.

646:  If you were going to be a famous artist, who would be your muse?

Most likely the present one, ha ha!

647:  Do you try to learn something new every day?

Yes.  Keeps you mentally sharp.

648: What is your favorite party game?

Cards against Humanity

649:  Do you think smiles are contagious and do you smile more often than not?

Absolutely!  

650:  What could someone use to bribe you?

Books, music, food.

Week 64: 631-640

631:  Most important lesson learned from family?

Solid foundation in Christ

632:  Biggest piece of wisdom our elders can offer?

HISTORY!!!!

633:  Have you ever given someone bad advice? What was it?

"Marriage is wonderful!  Go for it!"

634:  Bad loser or good sport?

Good sport.

635:  Do you possess any qualities of a warrier?

Get me mad enough and Mama Bear comes out.

636:  What is one thing people buy you see as a waste of money?

Overpriced coffee or high end clothes.  Esp if you're only going to wear them once.

637:  What was your last big acheivement?

Was #1 in AP4Me and got a perfect score on LU on 4/13.  Otherwise, publishing book #45 any day now.

638:  Did you apply for any scholorships?  What kind?

A couple of times to a writing conference, or grants.  Didn't get either.

639: What keeps you balanced in life and work?

My obligations to family.

640:  If you could steal one thing without consequence, what would it be?

Books!  Or a dump trailer, to start purging things out of my 'hoarder house'.

Week 63: 621-630

621:  The biggest jerk you've ever met?

LOL...in HS, thought it was Brian!  Now, we're BFFs...

In Jr Hight, Terry or some of the girls. 

Now, probably The Idiot.

622:  What is the most serious issue facing the planet right now?

Stupidity or nuclear war

623:  What wild animal deserves our protection right now?

Polar Bear, Bees

624:  Is there something in life you'd never give up for anyone?

My desire to write, publish, and promote.

625:  What restores your faith in humanity?

When I see kids acting responsibly.

626:  Are you afraid of dying?  If so, how do you cope?

Nope; I know what's on the other side!  FAITH!

627:  If you were a Jedi in Star Wars, what would your name be?

No clue.

628:  Are you psychic in any way?

More empathetic; sometimes I can just 'sense' a need.

629:  Favorite breed of dog?

Black Labs, pit bull, Yorkies, poodles.

630:  Preferred playing piece in Monopoly?

I was always the thimble!

Week 62: 611-620

611:  Do you like comic books and if so, what's your favorite?

Right now, it's Ron Braun's Platypus from space series!  Used to love Archie, Richie Rich, and Disney ones

612:  What word do you have the hardest time spelling?

Guarantee. Or typing, 'what' 'was'.  I can spell; my fingers do not, ha ha!

613:  Have you ever played Soduku and if so, how good are you?

Once.  Bleh....I'll stick to solitaire and word searches.

614:  What's your most expensive piece of clothing?

Probably either my shoes (Sketchers, $75).  Jeans are around $50-60; Shirts around $25-30. Most expensive jewelry is my grandmother's diamond ring and necklace.

615:  What's your favorite saying?

"Huh?"  or "You're killing me, Smalls".

616:  If you started your own podcast, what would it be about and what would the title be?

I'd let someone else run it. Turn the camera on me and brain locks up, unless of course, it's a question I'm prepared to answer!

617:  How impulsive are you and with what?

Right now, inexpensive swag items from Temu. Otherwise, book-buying, or if I hit a sale at Maurices or Hobby Lobby.

618: Have you ever overheard someone saying something negative about you?  What was it?

Yes. Middle school, making fun of me.

619:  What makes you feel like a kid again?

Being at Disney World or any amusement park!

620:  Would you be a Jedi or a Sith in Star Wars?

I'd be a Jedi.  Or one of the good guys.

Week 61: 601-610

601:  When in school, who was your favorite essay or assignment about?

9th grade English; Creative Writing.  Essay about a person?  My 9th grade crush.

602:  How important is physical fitness to you?

I try to maintain a consistent weight, and I used to walk daily, but since the leg wound, I'm not allowed on my feet.

603:  How close are you to your family?

We keep in regular contact; Teen granddaughter lives with us.

604:  Can you change a flat tire?

Yes.   But do I WANT to? No.

605:  Who or what has been your best teacher?

Life; Mr. Davis (college prof); Mrs Harrell (2nd grade); Mrs Yost (9th grade English)

606: Do you support local businesses?  If so, what's your favorite?

Yes. Frank's Restaurant, Marmee's Table.

607:  How sensitive are you?

I've managed to develop thick skin since Jr. High, but sometimes criticism can really cut deep.

608:  Do you have a favorite uplifting self-help book that encourages you?

The Bible.

609:  If you were asked to create a 'Dear Abby'-like column, what would you call it?

LOL....Molly's Musings, Kenzie's Korner, and From The Stupid Files

610:  Have you ever felt trapped and if so, when?

Marriage.

Week 60: 591-600

 591:  Would you work less and do more, even if it meant less $$?

I sort of already do this....

592:  Do you think street smarts count for anything?

YES!

593:  If you saw someone drop a $10 bill, would you keep it or return it?

If I SAW them, I'd return it. But if I FOUND it, I'd keep it.

594:  If you could host anything, would it be a game show, award show, or talk show?

Only if a teleprompter was available....I'd do the award show.

595: Would you be open to preserving your body cryogenically?

Nope.

596: Do you like scary movies?

HELL NO!

597:  What is your most embarassing moment in public?

Trying to sing a song that's waaaaaay too low for me, or not knowing the words. 

Or the time I stuttered through a radio interview.....

598: How do you cheer up a friend?

Ice cream; listen to them

599:  What was the last thing you took a picture of?

The huge icicle at the corner of the house (Jan 28th)

600:  How are you evolving; is there anything specific?

I've moved from Romance to general or paranormal fiction....

Week 59: 581-590

 581:  Are you an introvert or extrovert?

Yes.  Both.  It depends on the situation and how comfortable I feel.

582:  Do you have in-laws and do you get along with them?

For the most part.

583:  Do you act different around a certain person and if so, who?

I guard my tongue when around people who don't share my political views.

584: What does your typical breakfast look like?

Home:  2 cups of coffee; bagal or cereal if I'm in the mood.

Away:  Scrambled eggs, toast or bagal; waffle; 2 cups coffee

585: Have you ever tried to change anybody?

Other than my kids' diapers, no.

586: How old do you feel?

Anywhere from 25-80, depending on health.

587: If you were to get a tattoo, what would it be?

Toss up between a zipper or needle and thread through my arm scar.

588: Do you have any family secrets?

Again, come back in 10 years and see if I'm ready to tell.

589: What is your favorite work out activity?

Walking; aerobics.  Specifically, Sweatin' to the Oldies.

590:  Who do you seek most for advice?

Personal:  Mom or Erica

Professional:  BKM or any author friends

Week 58: 571-580

 571:  What is your favorite smell/scent?

Vanilla; cucumber melon, cinnamon

572: What is your favorite popcorn topping?

Butter or caramel

573: Have you ever ridden a mechanical bull, or would you?

No, but ONLY at the LOWEST possible setting!

574: Have you ever been in a submarine?

Does the one in Chicago at the Science and Industry Museum count? Or the 27,000 Leagues Under The Sea ride at Disney?  LOL...

575: How do you march to the beat of your own drum?

Kind of badly......I've done this since I can remember.  I wanted to fit in, but just couldn't.

576:  Which song do you hate the most?

Wet P---sy.  Darling Nikki.

577:  Where do you lack discipline in your life?

Regular writing schedule; dieting.

578:  What is one thing you do you consider practical?

Pay my bills every payday, go to work.

579:  If you were in charge, what 3 items would always be in the vending machine?

PB Twix; Check Mix; Snickers or 3 Musketeers

580: Do you trust people who don't look you in the eye?

Depends on the person's personality.

Week 57: 561-570

 561: Describe war in your opinion:

Sometimes a necessary evil.

562: How good is your willpower? What do you typically use it for?

50/50:  Giving up Lent items

563: What's the most despicable thing about politics?

Mud-slinging; the lies

564: How many pairs of shoes do you own?

Tennis shoes:  2 pair

Boots:  1 pair

Sandals:  3 pair

Dress shoes:  1 pair

Crocs:  2 pair

Slippers:  1 pair

Total:  10 pairs

565:  Have you ever walked out of a movie?

Yes. We didn't realize April Fools Day was a slasher movie.  And if I driven, I'd have probably walked out of of Who Framed Roger Rabbit and Midnight Run.

566: What makes you vulnerable?

I'm sensitive; I've also got allergies.  I also put myself out there via FB and my books for public opinion.

567: A secret you've been wanting to share:

Come back in 10 years and see if I'm ready yet.

568:  What is something you've gotten a 2nd opinion on?

Health.  10 years ago, it was my thyroid; this past year it was my leg wounds.

569:  If you could collaborate on a rap with a rapper, who would it be?

Will Smith???

570:  What is the cleverest way you've asked for someone's number?

"Give me your number so I can send that picture to you"?????

Week 56: 551-560

551:  Compare your writing style to any published author:

I've been compared to Danielle Steele and Nora Roberts:)

552: Will you still celebrate your birthday the older you get?

Abso-freaking-lutely!

553: What do you have a love/hate relationship with?

Technology

554: Where is your favorite place to meditate?

Either on the beach or in Estes Park

555: What do you think is the biggest violation of privacy?

Publishing naked photos without consent, or publishing private conversations without consent.  Eavesdropping.

556: What crime would you like to investigate?

None

557: When you were a kid, did you ever ask Santa for anything?

Not really; too shy.

558:  Have you ever been kicked out of anything?

Does class count?  I had to study in the hall once....don't really remember why....

559: Who was your first crush?

3rd grade, Billy Harding.  But when I went on to 4th and he was held back, that was the end of it. My next one was Dwight Lindman, 9th grade:)

Movie-star, Harrison Ford.  

560: Could you ever be a mortician if it paid very well?

No; there was an episode of either Twilight Zone or Outer Limits which scared the bejesus out of me!

Week 55: 541-550

541:  What is one thing your friends or family never let you live down?

Hubby holds ALL my mistakes from 1991-2011 against me. I get it; I messed up.  Build a bridge and get OVER it already!

542:  What word or phrase do you say too much?

"Hello, did you find everything all right?"

"Are you a rewards member?"

"Take our survey"

543:  How did your parents meet?

Mom worked at Kreskie's lunch counter; Dad was a regular. 

Dad worked at Dairy Queen; Grandma discovered he made the best chocolate floats and took Mom to meet him.  Mom saw him and recognized him as her regular!

544:  What was something that happened to you as a kid which still scares you today?

1st ride on a rollar coaster; being forced to ride the log flume.

545:  If you had to attend a military boot camp, rename it based on your current fitness level:

Camp Couch Potato

546:  What is the quickest way to your heart?

Do or say something that shows me you 'get' me.

547:  Have you ever been scuba diving?

No.

548:  If you had to be handcuffed to someone for 24 hours, who would  it be?

Chris Hemsworth, Harrison Ford, Joe Perry, Lou Graham, or the 'one who got away'.

549:  Give your funniest answer to 'why did the chicken cross the road'

No clue

550: What have you read online recently that inspired you?

Common sense reactions to the violence in MN.....if a person treats law enforcement with respect, then you won't be treated like a criminal!

Week 54: 531-540

531:  Worst leader in history, in your opinion?

There's a bunch of them right now; Biden and Obama; Tim Waltz; Gavin Newsom; the new govorner of Virginia.  AOC and her 'squad' need to be voted out ASAP!

532:  What is your biggest debt right now?

Other than the mortgage ($20K) and my consolidated bill pay ($15K paid off by Jan 2028), hands down it's medical bills.

533:  Would you ever consider living in Iceland?

HELL NO!  I want to go someplace WARM!

534:  What eats up most of your time that you'd like to change?

Working, ha ha!

535:  What do you feel connected to?

Music

536:  How blunt are you and what's the boldest thing you've ever told someone?

Not very blunt; I try to be tactful. Although, push me too far when I've been drinking or had major surgery and I'll tell you EXACTLY how I feel!  Did this with a coworker after my gall bladder was evicted; I told her in no uncertain terms what to do with her situation and she quit whining to me every day, ha ha!

537:  What thing you've made are you most proud of?

My kids.....and my written 'babies'.

538:  Do you like your significant other's friends?

Yes

539:  Have you ever felt like a hamster in a wheel. never getting anywhere?

Back when I was trying to stay ahead of bank overdrafts....bleh.

540:  Do you have a chip on your shoulder about anything?

I honestly don't think so....I'm a fairly hunble person.

Week 53: 521-530

521:  What do you think is the biggest sign of weakness in a person?

Cowardice

522:  What potential talents do you think you might have if you worked at it?

I'd be a better musician....piano or percussion.

If I'd actually studied more in HS or college, I'd have pulled more As.  I was content with my B average.

523:  How could you expand on your creative abilities?

Maybe get my songs recorded?  Only have the two; Heart Song and Find Your Dream

524:  Have you ever owned a goldfish?

Yes, Won it at the fair.  Lasted a week.

Then in college, had one named Flash.  We managed to keep it and Dance alive for a couple of years.

525:  Have you ever tried online dating?

No; was married before it became a 'thing'.

526:  If your life were a commercial, what would your jingle say?

No clue.

527:  What do you love to do for 'me' time?

Karaoke; watch TV; read; write

528:  What's the worst career for you?

Teaching; military.

529:  Do you do your utmost for the environment?

I do a little; recycle and take it easy in the summer.

530: Do you curse? Which one do you use most?

Unfortunately; sh*t, or damn.  I try to avoid the F word.

Week 52: 511-520

 511:  What do you always lose track of, besides time?

My phone

512:  What strange thing would you like to have happen at your funeral to make people laugh?

Funny stories....or playing Pop Goes The Weasel...

513:  What is your favorite pancake or waffle topping?

Maple syrup

514:  What is your most favorite decorative piece or artwork you own?

Toss up between Grandma's Hummels or Uncle Howard's seascapes.

515:  How much money would make you happy?

Enough so I don't have to worry about pinching pennies.

516:  What famous person's memoir would you love to read?

Princess Kate's or Lou Graham.

517:  Would you rather give your money or time to charity?

Money is easier....

518:  When you die, do you want to be buried or cremated?

Cremated.  It's cheaper.

519:  Are you a clean or messy person?

Unfortunately, messy

520:  You're auctioning yourself off for charity. Why would someone pay big bucks for you?

I'll either cook them a fine meal or let them read my latest WIP.....or they can come to an event with me.

Week 51: 501-510

501:  What do you love about the internet?

Instant information, Facebook, email, and book submissions/publishing opportunities.

502:  Who was the last person to knock at your door?

Emily, the granddaughter's friend.

503:  Where is your ideal place to raise your kids or start a family?

Wherever there is a stable and safe place for kids.  We made a conscious decision to move out of the city when my oldest was ready for kindergarten; I didn't want him in the city school.  Ironically enough, we had to move again ten years later, but the school system was still small.

504:  Do you make choices based on what's best for you or what's easiest?

Whew....that's a hard one.  I'd like to say I decide what's best for everyone involved, but sometimes the choices come down to what's easier.  For instance, I chose safety over happiness; I knew I'd be a horrible single mom, so I chose to stay married in 1993. Now, it's just a matter of convenience; too much paperwork to untangle the finances.

505:  Did you ever sneak out of the house after curfew without your parents knowing?

No; we lived too far out in the country and I didn't have a car.  However, I DID stay out all night once....I worked 2nd shift and a coworker and I ended up spending the night together. I arrived home at 6:30 in the morning, thinking I could sneak back in, but my dad was already awake.  OOPS!

506:  What topic do you always give your two cents on?

Domestic violence

507:  Do you prefer blue or black inked pens?

Black ones.  Not sure why.

508:  Do you read other people's body language and if so, does it help?

Definitely!  Esp one-on-one conversations.

509:  What is your favorite take-out place?

Pizza, Chipotle, Burger King, McD's

510:  Have you ever lied your way out of a bad situation?

A couple of times.....the one in recent memory, I employed the 'technicality'.....I was asked if I'd gone to a specific place to see a specific person, and was able to answer VERY honestly, "No", since I'd seen said person somewhere else!

Week 50: 491-500

 491)  Do you think Barbie is a negative role model for girls?

Absolutely not!

492)  If you saw a unicorn in a field, what would you do?

Take a picture

493)  When you have to study for a test, what is a proven method?

Review, review, review

494)  What's a common topic at your dinner table?

Daily stuff

495)  Who is your favorite dancer?

Fred Astaire???

496)  Did you do anything special for your 16th birthday?

Went bowling with my 1st ex-boyfriend

497)  If you wrote your will right now, who would be your beneficiary?

One of my kids

498)  What talent were you gifted that comes natural?

Music, writing

499)  Have you ever been disappointed by anything you anticipated would be bigger than life?

Wedding???  Honeymoon????

500)  If you could be an explorer, what would be your expedition?

Greece!

Week 49: 481-490

481)  What's the best thing about your life?

Roof over my head, food in the pantry, regular income

482)  Have you ever needed an eye test?

Ever since I was 4 years old!

483)  Do you carry anything for self-defense when you leave your home?

No, though I probably should....

484)  If you could read minds, whose would you read first?

Granddaughter's!

485)  What weird behavior did you do as a child that you ditched as you got older?

I try to think before I speak.....

486)  What do you consider to be both a blessing and a curse?

My creativity

487)  How do you get into your creative zone and do you have any creative rituals?

It just happens....

488)  If you were entering a baking contest, what recipe would you make?

Probably cookies

489)  If you were out to dinner with no cash, how would you pay?

Paypal

490)  What is an enemy to our existance or way of life?

Extremists in any form 

Week 48: 471-480

 471)  Is there such a thing as a bad challenge in your opinion?

Yes, if it causes harm.

472)  Who do you always have to justify your actions to?

Ultimately, God, though at times I have to justify them to my family.

473)  Have you ever walked out on dinner with someone?

No, but I would have liked to!

474)  Who's someone you'd like to trade places with for a day?

Calista Flockhart....she's married to Harrison Ford, my movie boyfriend!

475)  How open-minded are you?

Very

476)  Are you any good at burlap sack races?

Nope

477)  What's the meanest thing you've said to someone?

"I can only take you in small doses"....I thought I was being tactful, but it still hurt her feelings.

478)  What would be impossible to give up:  Soda or coffee?

Chocolate!  I don't need either soda or coffee.....though admittedly, coffee would be harder.

479)  How ambitious are you?

Very

480)  Do you think opposites attract?

Yes; look at science!

Week 47: 461-470

 461)  Have you ever entered a talent contest?

No

462)  Have you ever faked your way through something and what?

1988, to get a certain someone to 'hurry up' so I could get some sleep and more recently, when I'm singing and run out of air.

463)  How long do you think you'll live?

Until the Good Lord calls me home:)  Hopefully long after I've stopped writing, and got my bills paid.

464)  If your SO went to jail, would you wait for them to get out?

It would depend on WHY he went to jail.  

465)  Have you ever turned into a detective, checking up on someone or something?

Don't think so....

466)  If you could take a street sign from anywhere, what would it be?

Either from Grandma's street in Florida or my childhood street

467)  What's the longest you've gone w/o speaking to your BFF and why?

Couple of months, maybe?  We were both busy.

468)  If you were famous, would you want a statue or a building named after you?

Maybe

469)  How do you make the most of a bad situation?

I just do.....step out in faith.

470)  What do you call your evening meal, Dinner or Supper?

Dinner

Week 46: 451-460

 451)  Have you ever eaten anything prepared by a celebrity chef?

Chef Karl at Chez Jean, circa 2005???  Don't think it was 2004....

452)  How modern are you?

Sorta kinda????

453)  Are you a 'fanatic' of anyone or anything?

I don't think so....

454)  What discovery have you made you feel is cutting edge?

Computer???  I really don't know.  Still wish someone would invent a contraption that would prevent others in the house from flushing the toilet/running water while someone is in the damn shower!  Or a homing device for children's shoes....

455)  Do you think cheerleaders are motivating or distracting at a football game?

Definitely motivating!

456)  What was the last thing you dressed in costume as?

My fairy costume

457)  What was the funniest pet name you ever heard?

No clue

458)  Are you much of a thrill seeker?

HELL no.....not by any definition!

459)  Do you wake up with a smile?

Depends on my dream

460)  What is your favorite piece of jewelry?

Grandma's ring