My friend Jodie emailed this fun meme, so for grins I thought I'd post my answers here. I'd love to know your answers too, so if you post this on your blog please leave a comment here so I can visit your blog and read your answers!
What time did you get up this morning?
6:30 *yawn* (I get up sooooo much earlier when the Dobies are here)
Diamonds or pearls?
Neither, I'm not one for jewels
What was the last film you saw at the cinema?
Before the Devil Knows You're Dead
What is your favorite TV show?
Flight of the Conchords, The Tudors, Law & Order SVU
What do you usually have for breakfast?
My version of an Egg McMuffin: egg, ham and melted Tillamook cheddar on a toasted English muffin
What is your middle name?
Lynn
What food do you dislike?
Sushi
What kind of car do you drive?
1998 Honda Civic EX
Favorite sandwich?
Tuna with avocado and sprouts on multi-grain bread
What characteristic(s) do you despise?
Deceit, stubbornness, bigotry, a closed mind, greed, elitism, denial, melodrama
Favorite item of clothing?
A black Scottish wool cape I bought many, many years ago
If you could go anywhere in the world on vacation, where would you go?
Prague and Amsterdam
Are you an organized person?
Mostly yes, it helps me stay grounded and is one of the ways I take care of myself
Where would you like to retire to?
Right where I am! I love my house and living in Spokane, and have no desire to move anywhere else. After so many years feeling unsettled, this is a huge relief.
What was your most recent memorable birthday?
We're blessed to be alive, so every birthday is memorable for one reason or another! Last year was my first birthday as a single woman after my marriage ended. I took extra special care of myself that day.
What are you going to do when you finish this?
Read for awhile and then go to a friend's house for dinner
When is your next birthday?
October 10
Morning person or night person?
Actually I'm mostly a mid-morning to mid-afternoon person :)
What is your shoe size?
8
Pets?
Two dogs, Lucy and Silas
Any new and exciting news you'd like to share with us?
I did my first triathlon last weekend! YAY me!
What did you want to be when you were little?
A stewardess. I thought they led very glamorous and independent lives -- a traditional life including marriage and kids never held appeal for me.
How are you today?
Happy, content, grateful and still a little tired from last Sunday's triathlon
What is your favorite flower?
Lilacs, lilies of the valley and tulips
What is a day on the calendar you are looking forward to?
July 24, when I'm driving to Montana for a few days to spend with family
What are you listening to?
I'm obsessed with She Wants Revenge lately
Do you wish on stars?
Of course!
If you were a crayon, what color would you be?
Vermillion
How is the weather right now?
Gorgeous, sunny, mid-80s
Last person you spoke to on the phone?
Believe it or not, the police! (someone parked illegally on my property)
Favorite soft drink?
Black Cherry Fresca
Favorite restaurant?
Anywhere: Pier 10 in Amsterdam
Locally: Wild Sage Bistro (but honestly I don't dine out much)
Hair color?
Sometimes blonde, currently auburn
What was your favorite toy as a child?
All my Barbies!
Summer or winter?
Autumn and spring
Chocolate or vanilla?
Both
Coffee or tea?
Can't stand either, except I love chai tea
When was the last time you cried?
A week or so ago when someone tenderly and honestly shared their truth
What is under your bed?
A couple of rawhide bones Silas stuffed under there
What did you do last night?
Fixed dinner (shrimp with veggies in teriyaki sauce over rice) and watched a couple episodes of Heroes in bed
What are you afraid of?
Losing my dogs and people I love
Salty or sweet?
Almost always sweet
How many keys on your key ring?
Two
How many years at your current job?
zena moon is going on 9 years!
Favorite day of the week?
Sunday
Do you make friends easily?
Yes, but I struggle with keeping in contact like I think I should
This was fun to read. Thanks for posting it.
Posted by: Anu | Sunday, July 20, 2008 at 07:46 AM
That was fun.. I've joined in too :-)
Posted by: Carol | Monday, July 21, 2008 at 04:13 AM