Week 43: 421-430

 421)  Do you ever watch movies with subtitles?

No, but now I watch them with the closed captioning....sometimes I don't catch all the words anymore.

422)  If you were in a band, what instrument would you play?

Drums/percussion, keyboards, or vocals

423)  What is something you never thought you'd do?

Be outgoing; working at Lowe's

424)  Working _ hours is too much for me:

I'm basing this on my Evening Job, so 40+.  I prefer to stay around 30 per week, not counting my Mom job, the Author Job, the Promotion Job, etc.

425)  What is the weirdest food combination craving you've ever had?

Not a combination, but while pregnant with my 1st born, I requested saurkraut. That craving only lasted one taste.  While pregnant with #3, my tastebuds fell in love with a Creamy Itallian Dressing poured over cooked noodles.  After W was born, I made it again.....then threw away the recipe!  Kids and hubby were VERY thankful!

426)  Have you ever had to make a big decision w/o all the info, and if so, what did you do?

Don't think so.

427)  If you were having lunch with the Queen of England, what would you talk about?

Probably our kids....(Kate only.  I would NOT sit down with Camilla, Queen Consort).

428)  What reoccurring lie did you ever tell your parents or teachers?

"I'm fine" or "No homework; I did it in study hall/class"

429)  Do you still watch cartoons?  Which ones?

Disney movies, if they count....

430)  Can you use chopsticks when you eat, or have you tried?

Certain foods, like Broccoli. Noodles, nope.

Week 42: 411-420

I know; I missed two weeks.  In my defense, I was busy at the Indpls Christmas Gift and Hobby Show, then last week I was in recovery mode.

411) How much affection do you need to feel happy?

I'm fine with the current amount; from my dogs and youngest grandkids, and my kids.

412) How would you do as a contestant on Survivor?

I'd either be the 1st one voted off, or never be chosen as a contestant

413)  Who is your favorite author beginning with the letter R?

Nora Roberts 

414)  Who do you think you should stop spending time with?

Hubby (lmao!)

415)  Would you ever become a missionary?

No

416)  Do you believe it's a 'dog eat dog' world, or do you have a different view?

No clue

417)  What do you think about the vagabond lifestyle?

If I were an empty nester, I'd love to travel the US!  Esp if I had the funds to do so.

418)  What 3 things would you leave in a time capsule for people to open in 50 years?

One of my books, a CD, and my journal

419)  Would you raise your kids the way your parents raised you?

Already did!

420)  Does time heal all wounds or is that just a saying?

Time definitely heals all hurts....if you let it.

Week 41: 401-410

401:  What was/is your favorite movie based on a book?

As a kid:  Island At The Top Of The World

Now:  Little Women, Soirse Ronan version

402:  What's your favorite thing to challenge people to?

If something is $1.07, give the cashier $20.10 and watch their 'deer in the headlights' look.  

403:  Have you ever been hypnotized?

Twice:  Once in HS and once at a convention

404:  Where is your favorite place to take a nap?

Bed

405  What do you not take seriously enought?

Hubby's mortality; my health:

406:  Have you matured through the years?

Definitely....until I get alcohol in me and the twisted sense of humor rears its head, ha ha....

407:  Would you rather take a long train or plane ride?

Train

408:  Do you have an area of your life you're not satisfied with?

Choice of Life Partner or book sales

409: What do you think should be more regulated?

Don't we have enough Red Tape to cut through?

410:  How independent are you?

Very, until it comes to household chores or needing repairs

Week 40: 391-400

391:  Best message you got in a fortune cookie:

In six months, something wonderful will happen 

(I don't remember if it ever did, lol!)

392:  What is the worst smell you've ever smelled?

Dad's office at the water plant and Frito-Lay; skunk

393:  What is the most memorable class you've taken in HS or college?

HS:  Probably my World History class, or my Independent Study in Band, which led to me performing with Percussion Ensamble.  Or nearly getting kicked out of my History class by singing the Preamble to myself during a quiz....

College:  Most likely the class where we had to do video interviews.  I interviewed Billie, as we pretended she was being abused by her boyfriend.  1st vid, I was delaying too much; 2nd was better; 3rd was WAY too short!

394:  Scariest place you've ever been stuck or trapped?

Relationship hell of 1990.

395:  In your opinion, is anything lacking from music today?

Talent

396:  What would you do if you made a mistake and someone died?

I would most likely have an issue with forgiving myself.

397:  Have you ever had an adventure while babysitting?

Yes; the time I took the kids to the park on bikes.  (shudder)

398:  How shy are you when you meet new people?

Very, but I've learned to overcome it.

399:  What's your favorite accent?

British

If we're talking decoration, then my wax warmer. If we're talking clothing....my earrings.

400:  How fast can you say the alphabet?

As fast as my tongue will let me???

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!

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

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.