An interview with MaryD.
*Why are we doing this interview thing?*
Can’t see any reason why I shouldn’t.
*Are you sure you want to do this?*
Sure why not
*Who killed Roger Rabbit?*
I don’t know, but when you find him… Send the murderer my way, I have a list of people I want to knock off…
*Whose footprints would you find in the fridge?*
Mine. I’m the only one who’s game enough to open the door. Everyone knows in my home, the person who opens the fridge door is the one who has to do all the cooking. I’m such a push-over
*So, how old are you?*
Didn't your mother ever tell you that it's rude to ask a lady her age?
*If you had a personal theme song what would it be?*
The Fool on The Hill by the Beetles
*Are you male or female? *
I had trouble answering that question last year. I think it was fem… Mal… Oh golly why are these questions so hard. Wait, I know… Let me check. Mmhmm, I would say Female. Unless the standards for females have changed lately.
*What makes you keep coming back to the Forum?*
Alcohol… Every time I log on, I take a sip.
*Are you happy with the way things are here?*
Meh, can’t complain.
*If you could change one thing about the LitNet, what would that be?*
Don’t hate me… But some of the crazies that come on here… You know the type. Hey…. Stop staring at me.
*What was the inspiration for your LitNet username?*
Oh, well it’s just one of my many names.
Should JBI get an + beside his name?
Never said two words to him… So wouldn’t know.
*Which countries have you visited?*
None, yet… But I’m coming… Be there soon, lock all your doors. (Scared, ha?)
*Which languages do you speak?*
I’d like to say I speak English. Some Italian and a language all of my own… Hee hee, I think I drive my kids berserk with all my fake accents. Hee hee
*How do you like your home town?*
Same as last year… Nothing ever changes, though I do have a new neighbour… Lovely girl.
*If you could live somewhere different, where would it be and why?*
Again, same as last year France. Have always wanted to live there. My dream.
*Do you have any pets?*
Oh that is a sad question for me. Last year we had two animals more than this year. Now we only have our King Charles Cavalier and a big, fat, ugly, hairy, bird eating spider… I still quiver every time I look into its lair, as I type… Darn thing sits beside my treadmill as well.
*What makes you happy?*
My children.
*Would you choose a desperate Hope or an unknown Faith?*
A desperate hope… Don’t ask!
*Do you feel comfortable in your walk with God/atheism? *
Aww, I’m afraid to answer this question, I’ll have all the religious posters after me. I guess the man upstairs looks after me. I should be grateful for that.
*Which actor should play you in a movie based on your life?*
Last year it was Merryl Streep, this year it should be Cher.
Who is your favourite Beatle?
It’s a cross between John Lennon and Paul
McCartney.
*How do you like your coffee? *
Perfect or it goes down the sink… My kids are the only ones who know how to make it
*Given the option, what animal would you choose to be?*
My recently departed cat.
*What's the biggest fish you've ever caught?*
Um, well the line is still dangling… Waiting… Waiting… Waiting…
*What makes you feel great about yourself?*
Can you rephrase the question.
*How did you meet your significant other?*
At work.
*Who inspires you most?*
Last year I said Nelson Mandella… Nothing’s changed.
*What are you naturally good at? (Skills, abilities, gifts etc.)*
The only skill, ability and gift I have is the ability to love… Even one who has hurt...
*What is the one thing you must do before you die?*
My views on this subject have changed. Last year I wanted my manuscript published, this year I don’t. Now all I want to do before I die, is live.
*If you had to teach something, what would you teach?*
Love – And here it is… “Because it has the ability to make you feel good and yet challenged at the same time.”
*What would you regret not fully doing, being or having in your life?*
I try not to regret much these days… The thought is too depressing.
*If you were to be stuck at a particular time in your life, which one would you choose and why?*
Only two days… The day each of my children were born.
*Do you get tired living life?*
What are you talking about; I haven’t even started living…
*Do you have a tasty recipe for life that you could share for a reasonable price? … Is it REALLY tasty?*
No… Just love… If you can’t share it, then allow others to…
*What method do you cherish above all others, as means to improving your life?*
I try hard, at almost everything. If I fall, I get up, put on a brave face and try again. It's only been through a very recent lesson in life, that I have learnt how to do that. I guess no matter how old one gets, we are always learning. (And some of us are always trying!)
*What one thing would you NEED to have on a deserted island if you didn't have to worry over food and water? *
Same as last year… My soul mate. Believe it or not, I can live without the internet. No, really…
*If you were a king/queen for a day, what would you do?*
I’d banish the word “hate” from all dictionaries around the world. (What? You never said I had to be practical.)
*What’s the stupidest forum argument you’ve ever had?*
I try to avoid the arguments… I don’t like to hurt anyone. I guess… But I got very nearly close this week… Phew!
*What song is in your head at the moment?*
If I Can Turn Back Time by Cher
*Which book are you reading at the moment?*
My girlie gifted me a book that I have always wanted, since high school. Great Expectations by Charles Dickens. So happily reading that right now.
*What is your favourite quote?*
"We loved with a love that was more than love."
Edgar Allan Poe
*Favorite avatar on the Forum?*
Beautiful's... It's so mesmerising. Those eyes.
*Favorite threads?*
It use to be the games threads… Then the personal poetry section… Now I am all over the place, so no favourite threads.
What's your favorite sandwich?
Avocado and egg sandwich, no salt, no pepper and has to be healthy bread.
*What is your answer to the ultimate question of life, the universe, and everything?*?
Golly if I had an answer I would be quite the genius… No answer I am afraid. I guess I am just like everyone else. I live day to day and spread as much love as possible and hope that maybe the odd person cares enough to spread love as well.
*What are you wearing at the moment?*
Again, like last year… You never said I had to answer these questions wearing clothes… Hahaha… No, no, not true. I’m wearing a hair towel… No, no, I’m wearing sandals. No, no, I’m wearing my birthday suit. Oh alright, I am wearing clothes… Just toying with you. A pair of knee length, beige shorts, an orange blouse, white slip-on sandals… And the hair towel…
*Favorite poem?*
I’m not really into one favourite poem. But from Litnet poets, give me PrinceMyshkin, Haunted, Hillside, Jerry, Hawkman and Delta any day of the week.
*First novel you remember reading on your own?*
Champion Dog Prince Tom a true story by Jean Fritz and Tom Clute
*What era do you find most of the books you read are from?*
Apart from Dicken’s work, usually modern.
*Favorite TV shows?*
Sorry hated the idiot box last year and hate it this year.
*Which Forum members would you like to meet in person?*
Oh… This year I will only list my very closest litnetter’s. Dear Haunted, Maximilianus, Herzog
and two past members that no longer post.
*Last words you said out loud?*
It happens!
*Last person you hugged/kissed?*
Had a group hug with my kids. Have to love the group hugs.
*What do you do (for a living) to be able to keep your LitNet addiction going? And are you happy with your chosen profession?*
“Wannabe Writer.” No am not happy, would be if I was a “Real Writer”
*Would you rather be an educated fool or an ignorant fool?*
An ignorant fool… Because if I we as ignorant I wouldn’t know I was a fool.
*What would you like to be if you could change your profession?*
I’d like to work in children’s services as a local social worker. I wish I could save all the children in need.
*Which one of the seven dwarves are you and why?*
Dopey
*What is your most outstanding feature?*
I think I said smile last year. But this year I will say my eyes.
*If you could change one thing about the way you look, what would that be?*
Darn it, only one thing. Ah well, my nose.
*Which book do you wish you had written?*
Great Expectations by Charles Dickens.
*What book would you recommend to others of all types and ages as a must read?*
Harry Potter… J. K. Rowlings is one clever lady.
*What should you be doing at the moment instead of answering these questions?*
A workout… I should hurry up now. The treadmill is staring at me.
*Describe your ideal day, please.*
Wake up… Kiss the children… Work out, shower, write for 3 hours eat, read for an hour, Go for a walk with the children and the dog, come home eat dinner. (That somebody else cooked for a change) Some internet time. Then kiss the kids goodnight, snuggle on the couch under my favourite blanket with a glass of sweet red wine and a good book.
*Favorite movie?*
My Fair Lady
*Last movie you watched?
The new Gulliver’s Travels, with Jack Black.
*How are you going to pick just one favourite painting?*
Odd question…
*Favorite painting?*
Don’t have a favourite
Bowie, yay or nay?
Yay, love David Bowie…
*Wonderful Superman or depressing Batman?*
Superman all the way… Love a jolly man…
*Something you want to forget but you never can?*
Sigh…
If you could relive one moment in your life whenever you wanted to, what would it be?
The moment where both of my kids said they love me, for the first time. A moment to treasure.
What was the best thing that happened to you during this year?
As this year has had only 8 days, I'll have to say surviving the New Years festivities.
*If you could send one thing to the Room 101, one would that be?*
Since I have no idea what Room 101 is, I am not at liberty to say.
*Are you mostly happy with life or are you still in pursuit?*
Some days yes, some days no…
*Which care bear are you and why?*
Love-a-lot Bear
Tell us something scandalous about yourself.
“You can’t handle the truth!!!”
*How long did it take you to answer all of these questions?*
Not sure really, I did most of them in 30 minutes, the rest I completed over a span of 3 days. With a few minutes here or there.
*One final word of wisdom for LitNet users?*
Love your fellow man, for remember he bleeds red blood and cries salty tears to.
*What question would you like to ask to the person to be interview after you?*
Why? Why? Why?
Originally Posted by Maryd.
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