I had an entry planned for today but I have a UTI that is making me run for the bathroom every two minutes and I have to take Polly to her pediatrician for a physical this afternoon because she has a virus or something she can’t shake. I am seriously considering calling a cab to get there because the thought of taking two buses to get to the doctor’s office with a sick daughter and a burning desire to urinate sounds like a hell I’d rather avoid. Feel free to answer these questions and leave the answers in the comments. I’d love to get to know the readers I haven’t met yet. Or just say hi, if you’d like to.
How many keys are on your keychain? Two. One to my house and one to my Mom’s. Whoops. I was supposed to return the key to my Mom’s before the house sold.
What curse word do you use the most? Fuck.
Do you own an iPod? Yes, and that was what I really wanted to write an entry about today and I will, soon.
What time is your alarm clock set for? 6.
How many suitcases do you own? None. I don’t travel much and if I do I can borrow one from my Mom, who has dozens, literally.
Do you wear flip-flops even when it’s cold outside? No. I can’t stand the “something between my toes” feeling. I do have a pair of slip on sandals that I wear to take the garbage out, as well as a pair of trashed clogs I wear to work in the garden.
Would you rather take the picture or be in the picture? Take. I am insecure about my appearance and I hide when people pull cameras out.
What was the last movie you watched? Syriana, with Nathan. We both liked it, although I got the impression that I would need to see it more than once to really get it. This might have been because I was so tired at the time.
What CD is currently in your CD player? Foo Fighters, In Your Honor Disc 1. Good album.
Has anyone told you a secret this week? Family members are always telling me secrets.
What did you have for dinner last night? Salad with feta cheese.
Do you wear hoodies often? Yes, they are good for the crappy, dreary, rainy Portland weather. Plus they’re comfortable.
Can you whistle? Yes, but not well.
Who was the last person you spoke to on the phone? My Mom.
What is your favorite ride at an amusement park? I hate amusement parks. I hate rides. I hate anything that might trigger another panic attack. I just watch my kids ride when we go.
Do you think people talk about you behind your back? Oh yes, my family is horrible about doing this.
What area code are you in? 503
What is your biggest regret? Not getting a college degree.
What movie do you know every line to? Used to be The Rocky Horror Picture Show, now none. I don’t watch movies enough to memorize them.
When was your last plane ride? March 2006. I took Nathan and Polly to Phoenix, Arizona.
How many chairs are at your dining room table? Our house is too small for a dining room table, but we do have an outside table that seats 4. It’s great during the warmer months.
Can you speak any languages other than English? Ebonics
What color are your bedroom walls? White. I would love to change them, but I got burned out on painting my Mom’s house.
When was the last time you cried? I can’t remember.
Do you have a desktop computer or a laptop? Desktop.
Which do you make: wishes or plans? Both
Can you skip rocks? No. I’ve never been able to, but my husband and son are quite good at it.
Who was your favorite teacher? Jan Chappell (7th grade) and Sister Shaun Marie (freshman Algebra)
What two personality traits attract you most? Sense of humor, laidback calm.
What two personality traits do you most dislike? Sense of Entitlement, violent tempers.
What is your mother’s hometown? Grenfell, NSW
How many hours of sleep do you need to function? 8, but I rarely get it. I can function on way less, but I might be a crabby bitch.
Do you eat breakfast daily? Coffee, Prozac and Klonopin.
Describe your typical weekday with three adjectives. Stressful, Exhausting, sometimes boring.
Did you ever get in trouble for talking in class? All the time.
What is your favorite fruit? I love all of them, but fresh raspberries would be right at the top of my list.
Do you believe in life on other planets? I never think about it. Life on this planet is too much for me most days.
Who was the last person to piss you off? Nathan.
What do you tell yourself when times get hard? This too shall pass. Or, must step in front of a semi truck. It depends on how bad I’m feeling, depression wise.
Would you ever sky dive? Nope.
Do you sleep on your side, tummy, or back? All three. I have a bad back and I am constantly moving around, trying to get comfortable.
What character from a movie most reminds you of yourself? I can’t think of any.
Have you ever bid for something on ebay? Oh hell yes. I sell things too.
Do you enjoy giving hugs? It depends on who it is.
Would you consider yourself to be fashionable? Nope. I aim for clean and comfortable.
Does it annoy you when someone says they’ll call but never do? It depends on who it is and if I really need to talk with them. I am usually content to let someone leave me a message. I guess you could say I have hang-ups (ha!) about the phone.
What books, if any, have made you cry? Too many to count. Sophie’s Choice. Charlotte’s Web. The Lovely Bones. Leaving Las Vegas. Gone With the Wind. Of Mice and Men. Tons more I can’t think of at the moment.
Do you think you’re attractive? Nope.
What are you allergic to? Stupidity.
If you were born the opposite sex, what would your name have been? Michael