What did you do yesterday?
I worked, called a friend on my way home, changed and fed Olivia, had dinner, watched Ghost Hunters, and updated my MySpace profile.
What memory do you miss the most?
Going up to camp
What memory do you want to forget?
Hmm…I once made out with a guy my friend was involved with and I knew it would hurt her but he was so obvious about being into me that it was too fun to resist.
Name something you regretted after it was done?
Well, that.
What was the last song you heard?
Elderly Woman Behind the Counter in a Small Town by Pearl Jam before I voted it down on Pandora
What was the last CD you bought?
I don’t buy CDs anymore.
What was the last time you cried?
It was a while ago. I can’t remember.
What was the last movie you saw in a theater?
Superbad!
What was the last thing you ate?
A turkey sandwich.
Who was the last person you called?
A guy from work
What color nail polish do you wear?
None these days… I’ve been shamefully neglectful.
Have you ever made a model volcano?
No, but my sister did.
When was the last time you showered?
This morning
Who was the last person who complimented you?
Margo at work said I was a great dresser
What are you listening to?
Pandora online radio
What are you wearing?
Black dress pants, a black and white polka-dot top, and cute sandals
What are you thinking?
It’s 12:19, almost lunchtime.
What are you scared of most?
Bad things happening to the people I love.
How many people are on your buddy list?
Like AIM? Only like 4 that I actually talk to.
What is your occupation?
I’m in HR communications.
What was your marriage site?
We were married in a Catholic church, under a huppah, by a deacon and a gay rabbi.
Where was your honeymoon?
We went on a Mediterranean cruise.
What is your favorite place to live?
I always think I’d like to live in the Pacific Northwest for a while, Seattle or Portland, but I’m a Bostonian through and through.
Do you want/have kids?
A daughter, and I’d like one more.
What kind of car do you drive?
A black 2007 Mercury Milan.
What are you doing tomorrow?
Working. It will be my 5th wedding anniversary!
Will there be a WW III?
Oh, you mean we aren’t in it now?
Will politics ever be truthful?
HAAAA!
Will humanity snuff itself out?
Quite possibly.
Can the government be changed?
I sure as shit hope so.
Do you believe in the devil?
Maybe. I hope he’s like the devil on South Park.
Do you believe in god?
Yes. It’s a good safety.
Do you believe in aliens?
Somewhere, you bet. Do you know how big the universe is?
Do you believe in ghosts?
Yes.
Do you believe in the spirit/soul?
Yes, but it's probably a construct of the brain.
Do you believe in soulmates?
No. Not just one, anyway.
Do you believe in reincarnation?
Vaguely, in terms of energy. Not like, “Hey, I used to be a human, and now I’m a bug! Cool.”
Do you believe in love at first sight?
It’s coincidental, but it can happen.
Do you believe in karma?
Sure, but not as a cosmic force… just as a result of getting back what you put out there.
Who and when was your first crush?
The first crush I can remember was this kid Brian from school. He was in my dream the other night – no idea why.
Do you have a crush now?
No, sadly. They’re fun.
Do you have a celebrity crush?
No strong or new ones. My go-to guys are Christian Bale, George Clooney and Eddie Vedder.
Who do you want to be with right now?
Olivia.
Whose number do you want?
Nobody. I hardly use the numbers I have.
What is something you don’t understand about the opposite sex?
There are things I don’t understand about both sexes. Both are fairly simple creatures until you put them together.
If you could go on a date with anybody, who would it be?
Maybe Eddie. Find out what he’s like.
On scale of one to ten, how romantic are you?
Like a two.
First thing you notice about the opposite sex?
The whole face-hair-eyes-teeth combo. If I can’t take your face, nothing else matters. I notice clothes, too.
What do you look for personality-wise?
The same stuff everyone looks for… sense of humor, honesty, integrity, confidence, kindness.
What is your biggest turn on?
Guys who can dress.
What is your biggest turn off?
Bad kissers.
What is something the opposite sex wears that turns you on?
I love when guys wear dress shirts with the sleeves casually rolled up, like after work, revealing strong forearms and a nice watch.
What is something the opposite sex wears that turns you off?
Jean shorts with sneakers, socks, a T-shirt and a baseball cap. I don’t know, it makes them look like overgrown 8-year-olds. There’s a right way to do casual and that’s not it.
What is the most romantic thing that has ever happened to you?
It was probably when that guy drove from Chicago to meet me. That was a thoughtful, well-orchestrated plan and I was surprised, impressed, and duly reciprocal.
What do you wear on a coffee date?
I’ve only had one coffee date in my life, and I blew it off. But if I had one now, here’s how it would go down. It would be a perfect fall day, sunny and crisp, and we would be sitting outside. We’d be in the city, but not downtown. I’m thinking of someplace like the Second Cup in Montreal, which was on a corner in this funky, arty neighborhood. I would be wearing jeans, a cute top, and pointy boots. I’d have my jacket on the chair behind me but I’d keep my scarf on. I’d have sunglasses on my head and my hair would be all highlighted in the sun. The guy would be wearing wide-wale corduroys, a button-down (sleeves rolled up) over a t-shirt, and casual shoes or boots with maybe a fleece or jacket. He’d have sunglasses too, but no baseball cap. His hair would look awesome. We’d talk about travel and career and freaky stuff and we’d bond over something random and stay too long and then take a walk and pop into bookstores and record shops and there would be that delicious sense of sexual anticipation and feeling like the most beautiful and desired person in the world. What, that’s not how most coffee dates go?
Is it right to flirt if you're taken?
I wouldn’t call it right, but a little bit is all right.
Is cybersex cheating?
Yeah, it is. Don’t try to rationalize that one.
Do you want to hug somebody right now?
The guy from my coffee date, that’s for sure.
Who would you like to take to the prom?
George! He would make the perfect date. We’d get drunk at the after-party, hook up, and pass out for a while. I’d wake up at 6:00 and find him playing basketball (sleeves rolled up—this is now a given) with some guys outside. Then we’d all go to Denny’s.
Do you know what an aphrodisiac is?
Yes
What color is your jacket?
I have a new black trench and my purple corduroy jacket from last year.
What color is your razor?
Venus colored. Aqua.
What size is your bed?
Queen.
What color crayon would you be?
Granny Smith Apple. Tickle Me Pink sounds good too.
What are your feelings on abortion?
Damn, that’s a little heavy for a survey. I think abortions should be avoided whenever possible, but the safe medical option to obtain one needs to exist.
How long does it take you to shower?
15 minutes or so.
What does your screen name mean?
It’s the name of a gas station. But it’s more like a roadtrip emblem.
Thoughts on blonde pop stars in general?
No worse than brunette or red-haired pop stars… they all mainly suck.
Who do you trust the most?
My mom.
Is cussing a necessity in life?
No, but it adds flavor.
Is the world screwed?
We’ve been saying the world is screwed for years. I’m sure mankind will continue to stumble along, marveling at the good and evil around us. As for the Earth, it will reclaim itself one way or another.
Name something you can’t live without?
Softlips lip balm. I miss the lemon flavor.
What time did you fall asleep last night?
After midnight. It was an uncharacteristically late night.
Can you live without a microwave?
Yes… I don’t use the microwave much.
What do think about death?
Well, it happens. I’d like to think that I’ll be prepared for it when it comes. I’m much less fearful of my own death than the inevitability of having to experience my parents’ deaths. There is also, of course, the unspeakable possibility of outliving one's child, which should not be dwelt upon.
Why is the sky blue?
Sun, atmosphere, something like that.
What is a good trait about yourself?
I give good advice, and I really listen.
How do you react to change?
With resistance at first, but I consciously work to become accepting of it.
Do you talk to yourself?
Not often. Sometimes I have omniscient narrative in my head, like my life is a movie.
Does being psycho appeal to you?
No
If you wrote a book, what would it be about?
It would be about people who changed each other’s lives in some completely realistic way. I know that’s vague, but it’s the ability to capture human behaviors, mannerisms, perspectives, biases, and peccadilloes with believability that make certain books amazing.
