More memeage.
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How many keys are on your keychain?
Too many. Actually, I don't know without counting them and they're in the kitchen downstairs. Next.
What curse word do you use the most?
Fuck. It's a very bad habit. I forget that to most people it's a very naughty word and I shouldn't use it much.
Do you own an iPod?
No I fucking don't. Anyone who has an iPod should look at the stats for Archos and feel ashamed of themselves for being fashion victims.
What time is your alarm clock set for?
About 5:45. Must change it.
How many suitcases do you own?
Two. And probably a couple more knackered ones in the loft. And about a gazillion other bags.
Do you wear flip-flops even when it's cold outside?
Never wear flip flops. I have large ankles - and I totally agree with a quote I read once, which is that girls with fat ankles should always wear boots. Even in the shower.
Where do you buy your groceries from?
Mostly Tesco, but i buy all my meat from the local butcher because I do have a conscience.
Would you rather take the picture or be in the picture?
Despite knowing that I look bloody awful in pictures I'd rather be in it. I keep hoping someone's going to take one that catches the essence of 'me'. One I can show people and gop - yeah, that's me. Hasn't happened yet.
What was the last movie you watched?
Can't remember. Don't watch many movies.
Do any of your friends have children?
Sadly, yes. And then they mostly lose interest in things not child related - understandable, really - and boom, that's me out of the frame. I find it hard to get excited about friends having babies these days.
If you won the lottery, what's the first thing you would buy?
My house. And then I'd throw Slay out.
Has anyone ever called you lazy?
Yeah, but not recently.
Do you ever take medication to help you fall asleep faster?
No, but I probably should do.
What CD is currently in your CD player?
None - I either listen to music via the computer, or on the Archos. Although I do have Gamma Ray's No World Order in my clock radio/CD player.
Do you prefer regular or chocolate milk?
To drink, chocolate. In tea, ordinary!
Has anyone told you a secret this week?
No.
When was the last time someone hit on you?
So long ago that it's depressing. Good couple of years.
What did you have for dinner?
Two pieces of flapjack. (Oh, be quiet. I'm not hungry, OK?)
Do you wear hoodies often?
I only own one, so no.
Can you whistle?
Yes, but not as loudly as I'd like to be able to.
Have you ever participated in a protest?
No, but got into a few fights in my time.
Who was the last person to call you?
Jaynie, telling me she and Mandy were nearly home and missed me. *Sob*
What is your favourite ride at an amusement park?
Nemesis at Alton Towers, but only if I can sit at the front.
Do you think people talk about you behind your back?
Probably, but I don't let it worry me.
What area code are you in right now?
Who wants to know? Assmonkey.
Did you watch cartoons as a child?
Yup. The violence in classic Tom and Jerry cartoons could keep me entertained for hours - still can. Only I giggle evilly even louder these days.
How big is your local mall?
It isn't, I'm English. Someone really ought to come up with a non-American one of these things.
How many siblings do you have?
One. Younger sister. Nothing like me, in case you were wondering.
Are you shy around the opposite sex?
Only if I really, really fancy them! Because then I care about what they think of me and it makes me nervous.
What is your biggest regret?
Let's not go there, eh?
When was the last time you laughed so hard your sides hurt?
Several times this weekend. I love the girls I go Leppard stalking with.
What movie do you know every line to?
None. I do, however, know every line from every episode of season one of Red Dwarf, and pretty much all of Blakes Seven.
Do you own any band t-shirts?
Just a few, yeah. *Snort*
When was your last plane ride?
April, coming back from Italy.
How many chairs are at your dining room table?
None, don't have one, dining room too full of crap.
Do you read for fun?
I most certainly do, although not nearly as voraciously as I once did.
Can you speak any languages other than English?
I can swear a bit in Italian, say thank you in Icelandic, a few words and phrases in German. I can understand signs and directions in Portugese, Spanish and French - for the most part, that is. And I used to be able to order a beer in Serbo Croat, but now I just remember the word for beer, which is Pivo.
Do you do your own dishes?
You can have my dishwasher when you pry it from my cold, dead fingers... in other words, not if I can help it, pal.
What colour is your bedroom painted?
Yellow and blue.
Do you have a desktop computer or a laptop?
Desktop, but I want a laptop too.
Which do you make, wishes or plans?
I wish a lot. Then I make plans. Then I throw them out the window, re-examine what's actually possible, make more plans. But I never expect anything to go to plan and am rarely disappointed!
Are you always trying to learn new things?
Holy fuck yeah. The day you stop learning is the day you die. Or at least it's the day you should die.
Do you shower on a daily basis?
I try to, but often only have time for a quick wash.
Are you currently wanting any piercings or tattoos?
*Falls off chair laughing*
Not so much piercings - although there's a few I'd like - but tatts? Er, yeah. Still got lots of acreage to cover....
Do you believe that the guy should pay on the first date?
I believe you should let him if he wants to.
Can you skip rocks?
Yes. being taught how to do it by my dad is one of my happiest childhood memories - all the sweeter because, on the whole, my childhood was not a happy place to be.
Have you ever been to Jamaica?
Nope, never felt the urge to either.
What to snack on at the movie theatres?
Salted popcorn! Oh yes.
Who was your favourite teacher?
Hmm. Probably my English teacher in the fourth year who first encouraged me to write. She said I had the storytelling talent and the skill. To my chagrin I can't remember her name.
ETA: Yes I can, she was called Mrs Wright. She was great.
Have you ever dated someone out of your race?
It's people that matter, not race.
What is the weather like?
Muggy and warm. Yuk.
Would you ever date someone covered in tattoos?
Well duh. Yeah, I think so. *Eyes own arms and snorts*
Do you have an online journal?
No. (Ask a stupid question....)
What was your favourite class in high school?
Art and English were probably the two I hated least!
Do you enjoy travelling via airplanes?
I do, yes. Despite the cramp and the boredom the surge of power when it takes off and lands still thrills me - and I do love to travel.
What personality trait is a must-have in your preferred gender?
Patience...!
Have you ever been attracted to someone physically unattractive?
Define physical attractiveness.
When was the last time you slept on the floor?
Saturday, outside Sheffield Arena while queueing!
What is your favourite alcoholic drink?
Don't really have one - but I am very fond of Singapore Slings, Bloody Marys and the sort of Margaritas you get in America.
Does your closest Starbucks have a drive-thru?
No. Damn, there are such things? Jesus. Decadence like that brought down the Romans, you know.
Do you like your living arrangement?
Not really. If I didn't have to share my house I'd like it better.
What is your mother's hometown?
Kingston Upon Hull, East Yorkshire. Something we are both proud of.
How many hours of sleep do you need to function?
Depends - but I usually get about four. I can't actually sleep for more than two or three hours at a time, so it depends how many two hour chunks I can fit in.
Do you eat breakfast daily?
Yes. Or I turn into an even worse psycho hosebeast than I am already.
What was the last thing to scare you?
Good question. I can't actually remember - I startle easily, but scared? Not often. I guess being scared of loneliness, really.
Are your days full and fast-paced?
Sometimes. Other times they're slow and dull. Long and exhausting. But sometimes? Yes.
Did you ever get in trouble for talking in class?
I used to get into trouble for everything at school. Was always afraid of breaking rules but could never seem to help myself!
What is your favourite fruit?
Strawberries! Oh yes, yum yum.
Do you pay attention to calories on the back of packages?
Never.
How old will you be turning on your next birthday?
36. (How the fuck did that happen?!)
Are you picky about spelling and grammar?
Yes. My entire family uses me to check anything they write, be it reports or whatever.
Do you believe in life on other planets?
Yes, but not UFOs.
Have you ever been to Six Flags?
No. We definitely need a European one of these!
Who was the last person to piss you off?
The woman at breakfast who was sarcastic to me. Cow. Don't glare at my ink and ask for my room number as though you don't think I can afford to stay there, bitch.
Do you believe that God has a gender?
God who? Next question.
What was the last thing you ate?
Two pieces of flapjack.
Do you get along better with the same or opposite sex?
Gender is unimportant - I get along with most people, I think.
What did you dress up as for your first Halloween?
English, remember? I didn't, in other words.
How did your parents pick your name?
A friend of my dad's was married to someone called Andrea, and they thought it was unusual and pretty. And a friend of my mum's was called Catharine (note spelling) and they couldn't decide between the two. That's why I've got them both.
Do you like mustard?
Love it. Especially a good strong, hot English mustard with a well flavoured ham...*drools a bit*
What do you tell yourself when times get hard?
Killing yourself would be very stupid. Hold tight, this too shall pass...
...and it does. Eventually.
Would you ever sky dive?
Fuck off would I. *Shudder* NO.
Do you sleep on your side, tummy, or back?
Side, usually. Otherwise I snore really badly.
What character from a movie most reminds you of yourself?
None. Am not that interesting!
Have you ever bid for something on eBay?
Yup! And I hate being outbid I try and avoid it, going for the 'buy now' option whenever I can.
What do you think of Angelina Jolie being pregnant?
Couldn't give a shit. Next question.
Do you enjoy giving hugs?
Only to certain people. I have to like someone a lot to overcome my reluctance to touch and be touched.
Would you consider yourself to be fashionable?
Pardon me while I die laughing, would you?
Own a digital camera?
Nope. Don't have the patience. Camera belongs to husband.
If someone you had no interest in dating expressed interest in dating you, how would you feel?
I would think well isn't that just my fucking luck and probably give it a go for the sheer novelty value of being chased rather than doing the chasing.
What celebrities have you been compared to?
Sandi Toksvig. Could have been worse. Oh, and Victoria Wood. Anyone knowing me and/or these two ladies may make comment.
Who is your favourite Star Wars character?
Han Solo. I love a rogue....
Does it annoy you when someone says they'll call but never do?
Nope. If I want to speak to them that badly I'll call them.
What books, if any, have made you cry?
A Man Rides Through, by...shit, what's his name...the guy who wrote the Thomas Covenant books. It's a short series of two books (Mordants Need) and they're both wonderful - but the ending of the second book brings tears to my eyes every time.
Do you think you're attractive?
Hell no. Striking, yes.
What are you allergic to?
Relationships...?! In all seriousness, nothing.
Are you a jealous person?
I think I can be. Which is not something I'm at all proud of.
What's your opinion on sex without emotional commitment?
Yes please!
Do you ever feel guilty after eating meat?
Nope.
If you were born the opposite sex, what would your name have been?
Caleb. (First person to laugh gets a smack.)
How'd I do? Did I pass?
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kraftpistole:How many keys are on your keychain?
Too many. Actually, I don't know without counting them and they're in the kitchen downstairs. Next.
What curse word do you use the most?
Fuck. It's a very bad habit. I forget that to most people it's a very naughty word and I shouldn't use it much.
Do you own an iPod?
No I fucking don't. Anyone who has an iPod should look at the stats for Archos and feel ashamed of themselves for being fashion victims.
What time is your alarm clock set for?
About 5:45. Must change it.
How many suitcases do you own?
Two. And probably a couple more knackered ones in the loft. And about a gazillion other bags.
Do you wear flip-flops even when it's cold outside?
Never wear flip flops. I have large ankles - and I totally agree with a quote I read once, which is that girls with fat ankles should always wear boots. Even in the shower.
Where do you buy your groceries from?
Mostly Tesco, but i buy all my meat from the local butcher because I do have a conscience.
Would you rather take the picture or be in the picture?
Despite knowing that I look bloody awful in pictures I'd rather be in it. I keep hoping someone's going to take one that catches the essence of 'me'. One I can show people and gop - yeah, that's me. Hasn't happened yet.
What was the last movie you watched?
Can't remember. Don't watch many movies.
Do any of your friends have children?
Sadly, yes. And then they mostly lose interest in things not child related - understandable, really - and boom, that's me out of the frame. I find it hard to get excited about friends having babies these days.
If you won the lottery, what's the first thing you would buy?
My house. And then I'd throw Slay out.
Has anyone ever called you lazy?
Yeah, but not recently.
Do you ever take medication to help you fall asleep faster?
No, but I probably should do.
What CD is currently in your CD player?
None - I either listen to music via the computer, or on the Archos. Although I do have Gamma Ray's No World Order in my clock radio/CD player.
Do you prefer regular or chocolate milk?
To drink, chocolate. In tea, ordinary!
Has anyone told you a secret this week?
No.
When was the last time someone hit on you?
So long ago that it's depressing. Good couple of years.
What did you have for dinner?
Two pieces of flapjack. (Oh, be quiet. I'm not hungry, OK?)
Do you wear hoodies often?
I only own one, so no.
Can you whistle?
Yes, but not as loudly as I'd like to be able to.
Have you ever participated in a protest?
No, but got into a few fights in my time.
Who was the last person to call you?
Jaynie, telling me she and Mandy were nearly home and missed me. *Sob*
What is your favourite ride at an amusement park?
Nemesis at Alton Towers, but only if I can sit at the front.
Do you think people talk about you behind your back?
Probably, but I don't let it worry me.
What area code are you in right now?
Who wants to know? Assmonkey.
Did you watch cartoons as a child?
Yup. The violence in classic Tom and Jerry cartoons could keep me entertained for hours - still can. Only I giggle evilly even louder these days.
How big is your local mall?
It isn't, I'm English. Someone really ought to come up with a non-American one of these things.
How many siblings do you have?
One. Younger sister. Nothing like me, in case you were wondering.
Are you shy around the opposite sex?
Only if I really, really fancy them! Because then I care about what they think of me and it makes me nervous.
What is your biggest regret?
Let's not go there, eh?
When was the last time you laughed so hard your sides hurt?
Several times this weekend. I love the girls I go Leppard stalking with.
What movie do you know every line to?
None. I do, however, know every line from every episode of season one of Red Dwarf, and pretty much all of Blakes Seven.
Do you own any band t-shirts?
Just a few, yeah. *Snort*
When was your last plane ride?
April, coming back from Italy.
How many chairs are at your dining room table?
None, don't have one, dining room too full of crap.
Do you read for fun?
I most certainly do, although not nearly as voraciously as I once did.
Can you speak any languages other than English?
I can swear a bit in Italian, say thank you in Icelandic, a few words and phrases in German. I can understand signs and directions in Portugese, Spanish and French - for the most part, that is. And I used to be able to order a beer in Serbo Croat, but now I just remember the word for beer, which is Pivo.
Do you do your own dishes?
You can have my dishwasher when you pry it from my cold, dead fingers... in other words, not if I can help it, pal.
What colour is your bedroom painted?
Yellow and blue.
Do you have a desktop computer or a laptop?
Desktop, but I want a laptop too.
Which do you make, wishes or plans?
I wish a lot. Then I make plans. Then I throw them out the window, re-examine what's actually possible, make more plans. But I never expect anything to go to plan and am rarely disappointed!
Are you always trying to learn new things?
Holy fuck yeah. The day you stop learning is the day you die. Or at least it's the day you should die.
Do you shower on a daily basis?
I try to, but often only have time for a quick wash.
Are you currently wanting any piercings or tattoos?
*Falls off chair laughing*
Not so much piercings - although there's a few I'd like - but tatts? Er, yeah. Still got lots of acreage to cover....
Do you believe that the guy should pay on the first date?
I believe you should let him if he wants to.
Can you skip rocks?
Yes. being taught how to do it by my dad is one of my happiest childhood memories - all the sweeter because, on the whole, my childhood was not a happy place to be.
Have you ever been to Jamaica?
Nope, never felt the urge to either.
What to snack on at the movie theatres?
Salted popcorn! Oh yes.
Who was your favourite teacher?
Hmm. Probably my English teacher in the fourth year who first encouraged me to write. She said I had the storytelling talent and the skill. To my chagrin I can't remember her name.
ETA: Yes I can, she was called Mrs Wright. She was great.
Have you ever dated someone out of your race?
It's people that matter, not race.
What is the weather like?
Muggy and warm. Yuk.
Would you ever date someone covered in tattoos?
Well duh. Yeah, I think so. *Eyes own arms and snorts*
Do you have an online journal?
No. (Ask a stupid question....)
What was your favourite class in high school?
Art and English were probably the two I hated least!
Do you enjoy travelling via airplanes?
I do, yes. Despite the cramp and the boredom the surge of power when it takes off and lands still thrills me - and I do love to travel.
What personality trait is a must-have in your preferred gender?
Patience...!
Have you ever been attracted to someone physically unattractive?
Define physical attractiveness.
When was the last time you slept on the floor?
Saturday, outside Sheffield Arena while queueing!
What is your favourite alcoholic drink?
Don't really have one - but I am very fond of Singapore Slings, Bloody Marys and the sort of Margaritas you get in America.
Does your closest Starbucks have a drive-thru?
No. Damn, there are such things? Jesus. Decadence like that brought down the Romans, you know.
Do you like your living arrangement?
Not really. If I didn't have to share my house I'd like it better.
What is your mother's hometown?
Kingston Upon Hull, East Yorkshire. Something we are both proud of.
How many hours of sleep do you need to function?
Depends - but I usually get about four. I can't actually sleep for more than two or three hours at a time, so it depends how many two hour chunks I can fit in.
Do you eat breakfast daily?
Yes. Or I turn into an even worse psycho hosebeast than I am already.
What was the last thing to scare you?
Good question. I can't actually remember - I startle easily, but scared? Not often. I guess being scared of loneliness, really.
Are your days full and fast-paced?
Sometimes. Other times they're slow and dull. Long and exhausting. But sometimes? Yes.
Did you ever get in trouble for talking in class?
I used to get into trouble for everything at school. Was always afraid of breaking rules but could never seem to help myself!
What is your favourite fruit?
Strawberries! Oh yes, yum yum.
Do you pay attention to calories on the back of packages?
Never.
How old will you be turning on your next birthday?
36. (How the fuck did that happen?!)
Are you picky about spelling and grammar?
Yes. My entire family uses me to check anything they write, be it reports or whatever.
Do you believe in life on other planets?
Yes, but not UFOs.
Have you ever been to Six Flags?
No. We definitely need a European one of these!
Who was the last person to piss you off?
The woman at breakfast who was sarcastic to me. Cow. Don't glare at my ink and ask for my room number as though you don't think I can afford to stay there, bitch.
Do you believe that God has a gender?
God who? Next question.
What was the last thing you ate?
Two pieces of flapjack.
Do you get along better with the same or opposite sex?
Gender is unimportant - I get along with most people, I think.
What did you dress up as for your first Halloween?
English, remember? I didn't, in other words.
How did your parents pick your name?
A friend of my dad's was married to someone called Andrea, and they thought it was unusual and pretty. And a friend of my mum's was called Catharine (note spelling) and they couldn't decide between the two. That's why I've got them both.
Do you like mustard?
Love it. Especially a good strong, hot English mustard with a well flavoured ham...*drools a bit*
What do you tell yourself when times get hard?
Killing yourself would be very stupid. Hold tight, this too shall pass...
...and it does. Eventually.
Would you ever sky dive?
Fuck off would I. *Shudder* NO.
Do you sleep on your side, tummy, or back?
Side, usually. Otherwise I snore really badly.
What character from a movie most reminds you of yourself?
None. Am not that interesting!
Have you ever bid for something on eBay?
Yup! And I hate being outbid I try and avoid it, going for the 'buy now' option whenever I can.
What do you think of Angelina Jolie being pregnant?
Couldn't give a shit. Next question.
Do you enjoy giving hugs?
Only to certain people. I have to like someone a lot to overcome my reluctance to touch and be touched.
Would you consider yourself to be fashionable?
Pardon me while I die laughing, would you?
Own a digital camera?
Nope. Don't have the patience. Camera belongs to husband.
If someone you had no interest in dating expressed interest in dating you, how would you feel?
I would think well isn't that just my fucking luck and probably give it a go for the sheer novelty value of being chased rather than doing the chasing.
What celebrities have you been compared to?
Sandi Toksvig. Could have been worse. Oh, and Victoria Wood. Anyone knowing me and/or these two ladies may make comment.
Who is your favourite Star Wars character?
Han Solo. I love a rogue....
Does it annoy you when someone says they'll call but never do?
Nope. If I want to speak to them that badly I'll call them.
What books, if any, have made you cry?
A Man Rides Through, by...shit, what's his name...the guy who wrote the Thomas Covenant books. It's a short series of two books (Mordants Need) and they're both wonderful - but the ending of the second book brings tears to my eyes every time.
Do you think you're attractive?
Hell no. Striking, yes.
What are you allergic to?
Relationships...?! In all seriousness, nothing.
Are you a jealous person?
I think I can be. Which is not something I'm at all proud of.
What's your opinion on sex without emotional commitment?
Yes please!
Do you ever feel guilty after eating meat?
Nope.
If you were born the opposite sex, what would your name have been?
Caleb. (First person to laugh gets a smack.)
How'd I do? Did I pass?
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Date: 2006-06-20 04:58 pm (UTC)Yes, they should. Then I'd get to pester you Europeans with questions as I answer it.
Decadence like that brought down the Romans, you know.
All empires eventually fall. Actually, I read in U.S. News [a magazine] a few days back that India and China may just emerge as new world powers if the US doesn't watch itself. Sommat about the US growing lazy due to no longer needing to struggle. Heh.
I have to like someone a lot to overcome my reluctance to touch and be touched.
:D
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Date: 2006-06-20 10:08 pm (UTC)And you have such lovely tatts, Andy. I'm trying to work up the nerve to get one of my own...target date: July 14th. We'll see.
Wow, though, I love this meme because it is so insightful. I learned a lot about you, Andy, and we do have several things in common. I don't think I want to sky dive either. I'd rather take up scuba-diving and visit with the sharks first!