Killing time.
Hello from NYC! I have a few hours to kill while Tex is in his GMAT class, so I'm mostly attempting to amuse and entertain myself. I'm fairly certain that in about an hour or so, I'll be napping with a book over my face. Note to self: you are not allowed to fall asleep until your toenails are both painted and dry. Tonight is the big swanky party thing, and my dress made the trip beautifully-- thank god for anti-wrinkle fabric.
I stayed with my parents last night, and got to meet the evil stepbrother's 4 month old infant who is... just the most adorable baby I've ever seen, honestly. I am not generally a child-friendly person, mostly because I have no idea what to do with them and thus always feel awkward and like I'm vaguely doing something wrong. But this kid was just totally chill and very inquisitive and one day I will thank him immensely for not squalling furiously the moment he was placed in my arms.
In the interest of killing time, I present you with two memes I stole from
whisperwords.
55 Questions
1. do you have a dirty mind?
Very much so.
2. what would you do if you found out your ex is engaged?
For most of 'em, I'd be really happy and excited. I'm cool with most of my exes, and on good terms. But everybody has an extra-special douchebag of an ex, and if it were his case, I'd have to steal Teija's answer and say I'd hope that one or both of 'em were infertile, because christ, the world doesn't need that much fug.
3. have you ever done something you told yourself you wouldn't do?
I'm sure I have, but nothing immediately comes to mind.
ETA: I told myself I would never date an actor. Jesus tapdancing christ, I should have listened.
4. have you ever really wanted something so bad and got it?
Yeah. When I really set my mind to something, I generally get the job done.
5. what would you do if you saw a person fall down a flight of stairs?
You mean like I did this morning? Hah. I am so graceful. I'd help 'em up and/or call for help if needed. You know, basic human decency. And then I'd tell 'em don't worry, I saw nothing!
6. are you aware of what happens around you?
Unless I'm really focused on something, yes.
7. when is your next road trip?
I'm on it, I think.
8. would you ever consider having a long distance relationship?
Long-distance dating is fine, but I don't think I could have a serious, committed long-distance relationship.
9. do you have any friends that you've known for 10 years or more?
My four nearest and dearest!
10. do you need to know everything about some one's past?
No. Though if I were in a serious relationship with someone, I'd want them to make sure I know everything that I would need to know or that would affect our relationship. I suppose if I asked about something specific and he or she talked around it, it would be shady, but in general, I don't have to know everything.
11. what do you look forward to most in the next 2 months?
Finally having some downtime to get my jewelry business back on track.
12. do you know how to drive a stick shift?
Nope.
13. anything hurt on your body right now?
No, not really.
14. have you done anything bad recently?
Define "bad." I splurged on a box of Godiva truffles last night.
15. who is the last male you rode in a car with?
Tex.
16. who is the last person to make you laugh? When?
Tex, because he laughs girlishly when tickled.
17. have you ever been stalked?
I don't know if this counts as stalking, but someone once created a Myspace and pretended to be me. That was pretty creepifying.
18. last time you were shocked by something good?
I've gotten a lot of fun unexpected packages lately!
19. do you have any strange or odd things in common with your best friend?
We both bellydance? We used to date? That's kind of strange, I guess.
20. do your best friends know each other?
Yep.
21. do your best friends know your family?
For the most part.
22. do you think you will be married by the time you are 35?
Maybe. I used to think definitely yes. Now, I've decided to let life show me a bunch of different options, and I'll pick whatever feels right. So I am making no plans.
23. is there something you're doing tonight?
Fancy schmancy formal soriée, then possibly an afterparty in Brooklyn.
24. would you rather someone be honest and hurt you or lie and save your feelings?
Tell me the truth. This is the single most important component in my friendships and relationships. Just be honest and don't waste my time.
25. have you told anyone you love them this week?
Yes.
26. last four things you drank?
OJ, coffee, more coffee, water.
27. next thing you will do?
Paint my toenails, take a nap.
28. what is something that you find fun, that most other people wouldn't?
I like creating spreadsheets. I love Excel.
29. do you like roses?
Yes, especially interestingly-colored ones.
30. would you ever date someone 10 years older than you?
Would and have.
31. do you have any "friends with benefits"?
Yes.
32. what is your favorite kind of hot drink?
Hot jasmine tea.
33. what are some names that you particularly like?
Isabella, Dylan.
34. what was the last thing you procrastinated doing?
Packing.
35. what is something about you that someone probably wouldn't guess?
I was a jock for years, and I was always cut from dance numbers in school because I was told I couldn't dance. Hah.
36. what would you do if you got stuck in an elevator?
I'd call for help, then sit down and wait it out, probably text messaging everyone I know, or something.
37. do you watch TV or listen to music more?
Neither a whole lot these days, though I do tend to have TV on in the background while I do other things, like beading.
38. did you ever intentionally vomit?
Nope. I absolutely hate vomiting and avoid it at all costs.
39. would you rather your mate have gorgeous eyes or a gorgeous smile?
I'd notice the eyes first, but a gorgeous smile just seals the deal for me. So I'm going to go with the smile.
40. if someone cheated on you, what would you do?
Break up with him or her, and avoid contact at all costs. I don't have time in my life for deceitful little shits, and why do I want to hang on to something like that? Especially if he only lasts four mediocre minutes in the sack anyway?
41. what month is your birthday in?
September.
42. what is your favorite kind of gum?
Cinnamon.
43. would you consider yourself a bad or good influence?
I'm mostly a good influence, unless you're on a diet. I have a notorious sweet tooth.
44. who sits next to you in math?
LOL. Pass.
45.do you like A Shot at Love with Tila Tequila?
I've never watched it, thankfully. I feel like I might get herpes just looking at that unfortunate hosebeast.
46. would you rather have an apple or an orange?
Apple!
47. do you enjoy watching other people trip?
No, mostly I just feel embarrassed for them and pretend like I didn't see it.
48. would you ever get a tattoo?
I have one, and am sure to get more.
49. if you could choose to live without any emotion, would you want to?
No, what's the point in that? I don't want to be a Camus character brought to life.
50. what time is it?
3:16pm.
51. who do you love?
My friends, who are the best in the world. My roommate and extended family. Tim Gunn.
52. who can't you stand?
George W. Bush and all of his fundie cronies, bigots, the virulently childfree (basically, anyone who uses language like "crotch droppings") egocentric lying hypocrites, bitches who are fakely saccharine sweet, people who enforce double-standards, girls who think it's cute to be stupid, and Ann Coulter. Also, people who talk at the theater.
53. how much does someone have to weigh for you consider them fat?
It's all relative, isn't it? I think we should all strive to have a healthy BMI, but "fat" is totally dependent on height and body structure.
54. do words hurt you?
Rarely, but occasionally, yes.
55. do you like wearing leather?
God yes.
Two Things Meme!
Two names you go by:
--- Chris
--- Ruby
Two things you are wearing right now:
--- Comfy purple socks
--- A long, soft mauve scarf
Two longest car rides:
--- Baltimore to Orlando, FL
--- Baltimore to Centreville, Ohio
Two of your favorite things to do:
--- Dancing
--- Making jewelry
Two things you want very badly at the moment:
--- For the WGA strike to be resolved
--- Fatchance Bellydance DVDs
Animals you have had or have:
--- Lady, the best terrier goalie in the world
--- A series of betta fish; the current two are Wasabi and Miso.
Two people who will fill this out:
--- I have
--- no clue
Two things you ate today:
--- A waffle smothered in blueberries and strawberry butter
--- Perfectly-made bacon
Two people you last talked to:
--- Carly
--- Tex
Two things you're doing tomorrow:
--- Having brunch
--- Heading back to Baltimore
Two favorite holidays:
--- Valentine's Day (all your chocolate are belong to me!)
--- Halloween (see above, re: chocolate)
Two favorite beverages:
--- Hot jasmine tea
--- Fresh coffee
I stayed with my parents last night, and got to meet the evil stepbrother's 4 month old infant who is... just the most adorable baby I've ever seen, honestly. I am not generally a child-friendly person, mostly because I have no idea what to do with them and thus always feel awkward and like I'm vaguely doing something wrong. But this kid was just totally chill and very inquisitive and one day I will thank him immensely for not squalling furiously the moment he was placed in my arms.
In the interest of killing time, I present you with two memes I stole from
whisperwords.55 Questions
1. do you have a dirty mind?
Very much so.
2. what would you do if you found out your ex is engaged?
For most of 'em, I'd be really happy and excited. I'm cool with most of my exes, and on good terms. But everybody has an extra-special douchebag of an ex, and if it were his case, I'd have to steal Teija's answer and say I'd hope that one or both of 'em were infertile, because christ, the world doesn't need that much fug.
3. have you ever done something you told yourself you wouldn't do?
I'm sure I have, but nothing immediately comes to mind.
ETA: I told myself I would never date an actor. Jesus tapdancing christ, I should have listened.
4. have you ever really wanted something so bad and got it?
Yeah. When I really set my mind to something, I generally get the job done.
5. what would you do if you saw a person fall down a flight of stairs?
You mean like I did this morning? Hah. I am so graceful. I'd help 'em up and/or call for help if needed. You know, basic human decency. And then I'd tell 'em don't worry, I saw nothing!
6. are you aware of what happens around you?
Unless I'm really focused on something, yes.
7. when is your next road trip?
I'm on it, I think.
8. would you ever consider having a long distance relationship?
Long-distance dating is fine, but I don't think I could have a serious, committed long-distance relationship.
9. do you have any friends that you've known for 10 years or more?
My four nearest and dearest!
10. do you need to know everything about some one's past?
No. Though if I were in a serious relationship with someone, I'd want them to make sure I know everything that I would need to know or that would affect our relationship. I suppose if I asked about something specific and he or she talked around it, it would be shady, but in general, I don't have to know everything.
11. what do you look forward to most in the next 2 months?
Finally having some downtime to get my jewelry business back on track.
12. do you know how to drive a stick shift?
Nope.
13. anything hurt on your body right now?
No, not really.
14. have you done anything bad recently?
Define "bad." I splurged on a box of Godiva truffles last night.
15. who is the last male you rode in a car with?
Tex.
16. who is the last person to make you laugh? When?
Tex, because he laughs girlishly when tickled.
17. have you ever been stalked?
I don't know if this counts as stalking, but someone once created a Myspace and pretended to be me. That was pretty creepifying.
18. last time you were shocked by something good?
I've gotten a lot of fun unexpected packages lately!
19. do you have any strange or odd things in common with your best friend?
We both bellydance? We used to date? That's kind of strange, I guess.
20. do your best friends know each other?
Yep.
21. do your best friends know your family?
For the most part.
22. do you think you will be married by the time you are 35?
Maybe. I used to think definitely yes. Now, I've decided to let life show me a bunch of different options, and I'll pick whatever feels right. So I am making no plans.
23. is there something you're doing tonight?
Fancy schmancy formal soriée, then possibly an afterparty in Brooklyn.
24. would you rather someone be honest and hurt you or lie and save your feelings?
Tell me the truth. This is the single most important component in my friendships and relationships. Just be honest and don't waste my time.
25. have you told anyone you love them this week?
Yes.
26. last four things you drank?
OJ, coffee, more coffee, water.
27. next thing you will do?
Paint my toenails, take a nap.
28. what is something that you find fun, that most other people wouldn't?
I like creating spreadsheets. I love Excel.
29. do you like roses?
Yes, especially interestingly-colored ones.
30. would you ever date someone 10 years older than you?
Would and have.
31. do you have any "friends with benefits"?
Yes.
32. what is your favorite kind of hot drink?
Hot jasmine tea.
33. what are some names that you particularly like?
Isabella, Dylan.
34. what was the last thing you procrastinated doing?
Packing.
35. what is something about you that someone probably wouldn't guess?
I was a jock for years, and I was always cut from dance numbers in school because I was told I couldn't dance. Hah.
36. what would you do if you got stuck in an elevator?
I'd call for help, then sit down and wait it out, probably text messaging everyone I know, or something.
37. do you watch TV or listen to music more?
Neither a whole lot these days, though I do tend to have TV on in the background while I do other things, like beading.
38. did you ever intentionally vomit?
Nope. I absolutely hate vomiting and avoid it at all costs.
39. would you rather your mate have gorgeous eyes or a gorgeous smile?
I'd notice the eyes first, but a gorgeous smile just seals the deal for me. So I'm going to go with the smile.
40. if someone cheated on you, what would you do?
Break up with him or her, and avoid contact at all costs. I don't have time in my life for deceitful little shits, and why do I want to hang on to something like that? Especially if he only lasts four mediocre minutes in the sack anyway?
41. what month is your birthday in?
September.
42. what is your favorite kind of gum?
Cinnamon.
43. would you consider yourself a bad or good influence?
I'm mostly a good influence, unless you're on a diet. I have a notorious sweet tooth.
44. who sits next to you in math?
LOL. Pass.
45.do you like A Shot at Love with Tila Tequila?
I've never watched it, thankfully. I feel like I might get herpes just looking at that unfortunate hosebeast.
46. would you rather have an apple or an orange?
Apple!
47. do you enjoy watching other people trip?
No, mostly I just feel embarrassed for them and pretend like I didn't see it.
48. would you ever get a tattoo?
I have one, and am sure to get more.
49. if you could choose to live without any emotion, would you want to?
No, what's the point in that? I don't want to be a Camus character brought to life.
50. what time is it?
3:16pm.
51. who do you love?
My friends, who are the best in the world. My roommate and extended family. Tim Gunn.
52. who can't you stand?
George W. Bush and all of his fundie cronies, bigots, the virulently childfree (basically, anyone who uses language like "crotch droppings") egocentric lying hypocrites, bitches who are fakely saccharine sweet, people who enforce double-standards, girls who think it's cute to be stupid, and Ann Coulter. Also, people who talk at the theater.
53. how much does someone have to weigh for you consider them fat?
It's all relative, isn't it? I think we should all strive to have a healthy BMI, but "fat" is totally dependent on height and body structure.
54. do words hurt you?
Rarely, but occasionally, yes.
55. do you like wearing leather?
God yes.
Two Things Meme!
Two names you go by:
--- Chris
--- Ruby
Two things you are wearing right now:
--- Comfy purple socks
--- A long, soft mauve scarf
Two longest car rides:
--- Baltimore to Orlando, FL
--- Baltimore to Centreville, Ohio
Two of your favorite things to do:
--- Dancing
--- Making jewelry
Two things you want very badly at the moment:
--- For the WGA strike to be resolved
--- Fatchance Bellydance DVDs
Animals you have had or have:
--- Lady, the best terrier goalie in the world
--- A series of betta fish; the current two are Wasabi and Miso.
Two people who will fill this out:
--- I have
--- no clue
Two things you ate today:
--- A waffle smothered in blueberries and strawberry butter
--- Perfectly-made bacon
Two people you last talked to:
--- Carly
--- Tex
Two things you're doing tomorrow:
--- Having brunch
--- Heading back to Baltimore
Two favorite holidays:
--- Valentine's Day (all your chocolate are belong to me!)
--- Halloween (see above, re: chocolate)
Two favorite beverages:
--- Hot jasmine tea
--- Fresh coffee