I just saw this and decided to steal it as a barrier method of delaying the start of the working day.
Do you eat a lot of fast food?
I try not to, but sometimes all you really want is a burger or a kebab. Or a deep fried Mars Bar - but the mars bar only becomes a good idea when very drunk late at night in Edinburgh.
How many people have you kissed in 2008?
Three.
Have you ever streaked?
Oh no. I am actually rather shy. And I am not liking my body enough to do that sort of thing.
Are you an understanding person?
I try to understand people and why they do things. I also try to understand why I do and think the things I do. Get tied up in nots trying to check if I am being selfish or if my motives are "pure" or even slightly bad.
What was the last movie you saw in the cinema?
I can't remember! I hate cinemas. Well actually I hate the fact that they let the general public into them and that C*NT who insists on tapping his foot against the back of the chair in front ALWAYS sits behind me! I would rather get a DVD and watch the film in the comfort of my own home. Can't lounge around in your Bathrobe with a drink and some nibbles in the cinema can you. No you can't! tried it once and am still banned from all Odeons in London.
What did you last get upset about?
My Daughter.
Do you eat sweets on a daily basis?
No. I don't have much of a sweet tooth.
Does it make you happy to get letters?
The last letter I got was from a blogger, the result of a sort of challenge. It was so nice to get something someone sat down and wrote. I wanted to reply but for some reason I couldn't bring myself to do it. I think I was scared they would see my appaling hand writing and think me odd.
Who was the last person to text you?
Laura.
What are you looking forward to this summer?
Some good weather. Decorating my flat? I live in hope on both counts.
Who was the last person you ate with?
S&F last night.
Do raisins belong in cookies?
Yep.
Walking into a party, what's the first thing you notice?
How nervous I am, how much I want to hide. How much acting confident and outgoing to hide all this has got easier over the years. How well I can fool people.
Kiss on the first date?
Yeah, if they instigate it. Actually it has been years since I had a "first date" so that is a bit of dredge of the memory.
Would you rather have chicken or steak?
Steak in a place that does them well, rare and tender.
What's one thing you've learned from a good friendship gone bad?
You should be very careful who you trust.
Who was the last person you took a picture of?
Sarah.
Would you ever donate blood?
Yes. Don't like being stuck with needles but it has been done and is not that bad.
Have you ever felt replaced?
God yes. On numerous occasions. I has issues I has!
Are there deerheads covering any walls in your house?
No. The house where I reside at the moment has a fine selection of Cat pictures in various styles.
Have you ever been asked out?
I can't remember. So I will say no.
Are you good at telling jokes?
Apparently. But I don't normally tell many. I can make people laugh though and I am glad about that.
Have you ever driven without a license?
No
Do you wish you had smaller feet?
Not really, size nine is fine.
When ordering sushi, what do you get?
Whatever looks nice - no, I don't know what is called what.
Do you write in cursive or in print?
I print most of the time so other people stand a chance of reading the notes I leave them.
Who was the last person you sat next to?
Some unknown suit on the train.
What were you doing at 10 am?
it is only 09.30am now, so I will be sat at my desk working. Ahem.
Are you different now than you were six months ago?
Probably. A little maybe. Still anxious about my future, still beset by "monkeys" in da heed on occasion. But things are slowly getting better I think. I am living in "interesting times" after all.
What was the last beverage you spilled on yourself?
Red wine possibly.
How old will you be in 10 months?
46
Do you think you'll be married by then?
Oh do fuck off.
Was yesterday better than today?
Yesterday was a day of rest and today is a day of being at work. So on balance, no.
What month is your birthday in?
March. I iz an fish.
Can you live a day without tv?
Yes.
When was the last time you saw your dad?
A long time ago.
How many pets do you have?
None. My family used to have loads, always 2 dogs, a bunch of rabbits, a smattering of Tortoises, a pond of fish. I like animals but they need a lot of time and attention.
Do you prefer shoes, socks, or bare feet?
I like walking around barefoot if it is doable, normally on holiday and such. Like to be bare foot indoors.
Available?
Not as such.
What is your favorite colour?
Oh god. Erm safest bet is to say black.
What are you doing for your next birthday?
I suspect I am going to be taken to a european city for drinkies and eaties.
Do you like coffee?
Oh yes.
Do you like iced tea?
Never had it.
What are you listening to?
The dull hiss of office chatter and my mobile beeping in my pocket.
Do you sleep on a certain side of the bed?
I don't mind which side I sleep on. If it is a big bed and I am on my own I sleep in the middle.
If you could change one thing about yourself what would it be?
I would not have gone bald thanks.
Do you know how to play poker?
Nope. Well people have tried to show me how and it is a waste of time.
What are you thinking about right now?
The last time someone tried to explain how to play poker.
Any plans for next weekend?
Not yet. Need to speak to various people and see what the options are.
What were you doing at 12 last night?
Getting ready for bed.
Do you smile a lot?
I try not to at work. I have a reputation to maintain. I like smiling, I do it whenever something makes me smile obviously. Some days are much better than others.
Have you ever had a life-threatening injury?
Well my appendix nearly blew up. So I suppose yes. But that is not an injury as such.
Do you like flying or driving?
I cant drive or fly, but I don't mind being driven somewhere. I get to look more at the scenery obviously so its good. I love flying but hate air travel. Being up in the air is fantastic and looking down at the clouds and the ground far below....but air travel sucks. And they seem to allow all the people I hate from the cinema onto every flight I take.
What is your favorite thing to spend money on?
Guitar toys.
Do you wear any jewelry daily?
Yes, but it changes. Today is one ring on each hand, one goddess pendant thing round my neck. The four earings are in all the time and of course the seven silver chains that are almost always round my left wrist.
Who got you the jewelry you are currently wearing?
The silver chains were given to me by various old girlfriends mostly. The rings/earings and pendant by someone special.
Who is the funniest person you know?
Me obviously. I actually am greatful that I know some good people who can make me laugh alot. I am not ranking them on here.
How often do you remember your dreams?
Quite often, but then after you have been awake for fifteen minutes they fade away and leave you with that really annoying feeling you have forgotten something important.
What is your ringtone?
Vibrate normally.
Skim, 1%, 2%, or whole milk?
Semi skimmed
Are you mad about anything?
Guitars and guitar gadgets, F1, women.
What time did you go to sleep last night?
I don't know, if I did it would mean I was awake looking at the clock and therefore not asleep.
Where did you last sleep besides your own bed?
The bed in the spare room back at the house.
Well, that killed half an hour and probably a few of you.
It may be dull, but at least its ............dull.
Oh bollocks.
