Thursday, October 16, 2025

Week 39: 381-390

381:  Who do you trust the most in your life?

Erica, Kyle.



382:  Have you ever had a strange encounter that you can't explain, or are scared to share?

My ESP at the party in 1986; if I hadn't demanded we leave, I'd have been in jail that night.



383: What questions would you ask older residents of a nursing home?

"Tell me your story."



384:  Have you ever camped under the stars without a tent?

Does sleeping in the car count?



385:  Do you read the labels on the food you buy, or just buy what you like?

Buy what I like.



386:  What is the craziest thing you've asked Siri?

I don't have an IPhone, but I've heard my oldest son ask some weird questions!

"Siri, I love you."

"I don't understand the question."



387:  In what way do you pamper yourself?

Extra-long showers, taking myself to lunch or the bookstore.



388:  Do you like rap music and if so, who's your favorite?

In moderation....Will Smith.



389:  If you were a psychologist, whom would you love to have on your couch for conversations?

No clue.



390: Would you rather have a chauffer or private chef for a month as a gift?

Private chef!

Thursday, October 9, 2025

Week 38: 371-380

371:  Too much is never enough of....?
CHOCOLATE!


372:  Which is better, violin or piano?
Since I play piano, I'm a little biased, lol...but in the right hands, a violin makes beautiful music!


373:  Is there something missing from your life?
More bookshelves; romance; respect from spouse


374:  Do you have a secret place you go when you want to be alone?
Work, lol!


375:  What's the funniest thing you've ever done to your parents?
Our Rock Of Ages rendition on Christmas Eve, 1983...


376:  Did you go to the prom?
YES!  Had to bribe a friend, but I was there....


377:  What's your favorite season?
It used to be fall, when the kids went back to school. Now it's Con season!


378:  Do you like energy drinks and if so, which one's your favorite?
Nope. Can't stand 'em.


379:  Could you fire someone you're friends with, if it was your job?
Not sure....


380:  How many people have you dated?
'Date' is a relative term....the one's I've actually GONE OUT WITH:  7
Actual boyfriends:  11
Friends with benefits:  6
F* Buddies:  7

Thursday, October 2, 2025

Week 37: 361-370:

361: What is your favorite thing to celebrate?

Used to be Christmas.  Now it's my birthday, release days, and 4th of July.


362:  What lies do you often tell yourself?

"I'll remember that; no need to write it down."  WRONG!


363:  Have you ever snuck in somewhere you shouldn't have been?

Twice:  1980, I cut across the factory floor at the opening of Frito Lay, just b/c I was in a hurry and didn't want to 'push upstream' through the line, as I was heading to the front office to deliver a message.

Then again in 1988 or 89, I was late getting to a show, and since I was supposed to meet my BFF, whom I later found out HADN'T BEEN ABLE to get inside, joined a group of others at the stage door. We said we were with the Sig Eps; they let us all in; we turned right instead of left and went into the audience!



364:  What dish, served hot, do you think is better cold?

?????  Hubby would say my parm-garlic wings from BW3.



365:  What's the worst thing your parents ever said to you?

Mom was never impressed with my HS boyfriend, and never wanted to talk about it.


366: What was your worst nightmare?

Being caught in a web of lies.



367:  Do you hold a grudge?

Not normally; but I have a tendancy to never forget.



368: Have you ever crashed a wedding?

No, but I have crashed a bridal shower!



369:  In your opinion, what is the most toxic personality trait?

Entitlement


370:  How are you quirky?

I'm a writer with a sense of humor.  It can be twisted at times.....I also learned to stop trying to pleasing everyone and just be myself.

Thursday, September 25, 2025

Week 36: 351-360

351:  Have you ever seen a tornado up close?

Sort of....was maybe 2 miles away?  Otherwise, only on TV


352:  Do you have a scar and if so, how did you get it?

Chin:  Age 9 or 10. Fell on the ice, then fell out of bed six months later.  6 stitches

Forehead:  2000; bee got in van and I went off the road and into a tree.  Split my forehead open when airbag didn't deploy, and hit the steering wheel.

Left arm:  2021:  Fell in room at Hampton Inn, Lafayette.



353:  Has anyone ever mistaken you for someone else?

Christmas, after 1st semester of college....


354: How tech savvy are you?

Not very.



355:  Have you ever dated two people at the same time?

Yes....1985-1990.  Steve, my AF pilot, was always #2.



356:  3 things about where you live you find beautiful:

Leaves, the Memorial, our downtown.




357:  If you were to remain single the rest of your life, do you think you'd be happy?

YES!



358: What's the worst thing that could happen on a date?

Kidnapped, raped.....or just ZERO chemistry!


359:  Do you sleep with the TV or radio on?

I used to....


360:  What are you candid about?

I've been brutally honest on this particular blog.

Thursday, September 18, 2025

Week 35: 341-350

341:  What would you do if you came face-to-face with a huntsman spider?
Run the other way!


342:  What song is your favorite to slow-dance to?
Make It Real
Need You Now
I Want To Know What Love Is


343:  What character flaw of yours is both good and bad?
Creativity


344:  Have you ever gotten yourself into trouble and not able to get yourself out? Who did you ask for help?
$$$....had to fess up.


345:  What is something you've just been able to get over, even as time passes?
Loss of a parent and loss of a good friend


346:  Have you ever drawn on a sleeping person?
No, but have witnessed it.


347:  What do you want written on your tombstone?
Devoted mother and prolific author


348:  Have you ever had a blessing in disguise and what was it?
Moving to current town.


349:  Have you ever done anything that was forbidden?
Speeding, being on my phone at work....


350:  Would you risk being late to work or being fired due to an injured dog?
Esp if it was my own!

Thursday, September 11, 2025

Week 34: 331-340:

331:  What black and white movie is your favorite?

Original Miracle on 34th St


332:  Do you play any games on your smartphone, and if so, which is your favorite?

Not on my phone, but play Solitaire on my Kindle:)


333:  Do you have any family heirlooms?

My Hummels, furniture, books.


334:  If you had to lose one of your 5 senses, which one would you give up?

Maybe smell???  I've already given up a lot of my hearing.


335:  Have you ever gone through a transformation and if so, what did it involve?

Becoming a believer in Christ


336:  Are you a role model for anyone in your life?

My kids and grandkids


337:  What book have you read multiple times?

Little Women


338:  Is there a good time to be confrontational?

When it's needed.


339:  What is your smartphone missing that you wish the designer would add?

Not sure....maybe an app that hones in on toddler's shoes???


340:  Have you ever worn clothing with the label still attached?

Once.

Thursday, September 4, 2025

Week 33: 321-330

321:  Do your dreams ever tell you to do anything?
Get up and write it down....song, story, dialogue.


322:  If you were going to poison someone, how would you do it?
Do you honestly think I'd mention it here?


323:  What would you do in world war situation?
Pray constantly


324:  Do you operate better at night or during the day?
I'm definitely a night owl!


325:  Would you ever become a CIA agent and why?
Oh HELL no.  I'm bad at keeping lies straight, long-term.


326:  What relationshio or friendship do you regret ended?
Several ones from college.


327:  Have you ever bought someone jewelry?
Bought one b/f an ID bracelet.


328:  What was the worst hairstyle you ever had?
When I went red in HS 


329:  Who knows you better than anyone else?
God and Jesus


330:  Have you ever licked a battery?
NO!

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:  Wh...