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!