I really enjoyed Jonathan Strange & Mr Norrell, have you read The Ladies of Grace Adieu and Other Stories?Quote:
Originally Posted by Buckthorn
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I really enjoyed Jonathan Strange & Mr Norrell, have you read The Ladies of Grace Adieu and Other Stories?Quote:
Originally Posted by Buckthorn
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I'm going to Cayman Brac where my family comes from-need to buy tickets.
Same question
no, staying put here for Christmas, I'm thinking I might fly off somewhere for NYE though.
What makes you happy?
Skimming across the sea with a white tail of water behind the boat.
What have you learned this year?
No I have two copies but have not read it yet (FYI Jonathan Strange is being made into a TV serial).Quote:
Originally Posted by lilimarlene
I have learned that being nice gets you further than being nasty.
Do you have any goals for next year?
(Re: JS, that's great. I just googled it to get more information. I will anxiously await that mini series!
being nice gets you further, most of the time. Just don't be so nice you get taken advantage of, be nice with an edge.)
Well I have a few at the moment. Not to be so hard on myself . Be aware that time is a very precious commodity that I shouldn't waste. I want more meaningful experiences. Appreciate what I have. Appreciate the people in my life that give it meaning and make sure they know how I feel about them. Do something that takes me out of my comfort zone. Lose 5 pounds. etc etc
same question
To be in shape enough to get a good time and try all the obstacles in the mud fears me race.
What was your first job?
Construction (child labour laws are lax here)
What was your worst job?
As Pres. Clinton would say, that depends on your definition of "job." First one working for non-family at set wage ... farm hand for Simplot Potato Farms, Howe, Idaho. Torture at the time ... great memories now.
In your mind's eye, do you see anything as your life's work?
Worst job ... church Deacon.
Yours?
Cashier at 7-11, all those pesky kids trying to bribe me to sell them beer.
Do you believe in Santa?
I do i've heard that he's very mean to the elves
What year did you get your first cell phone?
Undecided, uncertain and undone ... over the question. No doubt about my firm faith in Mrs. Clause. She'll even deliver beer to underage children every year ... no bribe required.
Seriously, did you ever take ... one of those bribes? Your secret's safe with me.
First cell phone ... not for sure ... about 1980 to 1985. Memory best served.
Been thinking about a ipad ... any recommendtions?
No, it seemed cheesy.Quote:
Originally Posted by Hawg Horse
yes, get one. My only experience is with an ipad. I would always eschew Apple then I got an ipad for christmas. Once I let go of my snobbyness I've grown to love my ipad. It doesn't replace an actual computer but you'd have to pry it from my cold dead hands to get it away from me.Quote:
Originally Posted by Hawg Horse
Do you think Starbucks would exist if the British had squashed the American revolution?
no, I think you'd be drinking tea at Bettys Café Tea Rooms instead.
What are you looking forward to this week?
Papa ... thanx for the recommendation/encouragement. Just the push I needed. On purchase, I'll probably make the world go away for a few days after, to make time with my new toy/computer.
Starbucks ... best question yet. Lili's right, Starbucks not nearly suave enough for the Brits. Tea ... now there's a drink ... for the civilized.
Looking forward ... to Christmas drinks with old friends this coming Friday. Here's hoping they don't serve eggnog.
Is blue a color by itself, or should it always have an adjective to paint the shade?
Blue balls is a very serious condition, but with proper treatment you function quite well.
When is the last time you watched the sunrise?
Last tuesday from atop the dry tower. (And I don't think you quite answered Hawgs question..)
What did you have for breakfast?
I breakfasted after lunch, which is my custom - Grilled Zucchini
Blue needs and adjective.
Does your pet prefer a certain brand of food? (What brand?)
She will eat anything made available, at the moment it is dried food for fat cats.
Do you think the world will end on December 21st?
No, well at least not my world.
Do you?
No, but I predict that Mayan civilization has ended a long time ago -and did know!
If you were the only person left in the world what would be your first self indulgence? (first of many).
I don't think I would be feeling particularly self indulgent if I was the only person left in the world.
Same question.
With all competition eliminated I would search for (soul)mates.
Do you like your work Christmas party alot?
(If you were the ONLY person left in the world, then there would be no one to mate with (soumate ,yeah right , you sound like you're looking for a harem!:hand:)
Yes, our Christmas parties are lots of fun!
Same question.
We had ours Friday, I stayed sober and was in bed by midnight. But it was still a good night (previous years have been raucous including people breaking bones and getting arrested so it was nice to have a quiet one).
What time do you start drinking Christmas Day?
Mmm, i dont drink til later on christmas day-a few glasses of champers, but we meet up christmas eve early - so it's more a christmas eve thing.
same question
I usually wake up, have breakfast (Toasted sandwich with dark chocolate peanut butter, black cherry jam & dessicated coconut and a large hot chocolate). Then have my first Cognac at about 8:30 or 9 AM. Or I shove some Grand Marnier in the hot chocolate.
What is your favourite Christmas dessert?
A toasted sandwich with dark chocolate peanut butter, black cherry jam & dessicated coconut and a large hot chocolate. Yea, I want to spend Christmas at your place.
Do you have any friends that don't celebrate Christmas?
Yes. My cousin turned Jewish a while back but he still sniffs around at Christmas to see if any gifts have his name on them.
What was your most memorable christmas present you received as a child?
I wondered if one could convert to, and be accepted into, Judaism. I thought it required a Royal Blood-line (decendants of one of the twelve tribes of Israael), like most Native American Tribes require a pedigree to be enrolled.
Most memorable ... a pup tent ... I know ... leave me be.
In your heart is there one child you adore (love) more than all others?
Yes - shirley temple, but don't tell gary coleman.
What song do you mostly sing out loud?
Diamonds are a Girl's Best Friend.
same question
The muppet song
(Mahna Mahna
Do doo be-do-do
Mahna Mahna
Do do-do do
Mahna Mahna)
Will ernie and bert ever come out?
ernie and bert are not gay, they are simply having a bromance.
Do you have a recurring dreams and if so what is it?
I've been dreaming of zombies for years.
Would ou cry to get out of a speeding ticket?
Crying men not likely to avoid the ticket, but not above it if it would work. Willing to do almost anything to keep the insurance rates down.
Back to dreams ... what emotions most vistis your dreams (Love, Fear, Lust, etc.)?
Lusty love usually on a yacht that i own- then I wake up
What is your favourite musical group? (boring question - yes. But never asked that i remember)
Michael Franti and Spearhead. Second favorite Shaggy, when he sings with Sean Paul.
Have you ever personally used weed for medicinal purposes?