I'm quitting smoking due to a recent ruling by the doc that I should because I have asthma. So to take my mind off it, how bout some terrible questions with only slightly better answers?
Yay!
I know it's a little unorthodox, but let's start with the good shit first. Here are 5 Questions that were asked of me back on my old blog in 2007. Time for an update on the answers.
1. If a place like Lacuna Inc. in External Sunshine actually existed and could erase bad memories, and you got a voucher in the mail for a free bad memory wipe, what would you etch-a-sketch shake away?
While I think this is a good question, because it forces you to dig really deep into your past to find something truly awful and painful enough to want to erase, what I came away from Eternal Sunshine with was the notion that every moment, every event no matter how big or small, happened in force to shape us each as the people we've become. Hopefully you are happy with the person you've become, and I'm pretty darn happy being me so I wouldn't want to erase any of it. If I did, it could change my entire being after the fact (did we learn NOTHING from Back to the Future?!). The memories sting, but they help keep me in check in the seldom (and solemn) moments when I do think of them. They remind me of a few things, of where I came from and what I've been through and what I've learned along the way. There are some things I've seen happen to other people that I wish I could wash away, but again they're all learning experiences, aren't they? So, I wouldn't erase anything. I'd stick to being the person I am, and keep the people (and memories of them) I've got.
2. Last meal on death row before they make you a literal electrogirl... what do you have?
When I last answered this I opted to give you a 4 course feast. I think it's only fair to do the same - and it's what I would hope for were it really my last meal!
Appetizer: Pomme Frites french fries with ALL dipping sauces. Man I have to grab some of them before I leave town...
Pre-Main Course: A shack burger from Shake Shake, with cheese (obviously - why do they even ask?)
Main Course: Crab stuffed lobster tail, claws on the side, garlic and butter drenched mashed potatoes and heaps of grilled asparagus drizzled with olive oil
Dessert: a tower of soft, gooey, chewy chocolate chip cookies and banana ice cream on the side (Ben and Jerry's Chunky Monkey)
3. What are the last CD and DVD you bought?
Last CD: I haven't bought a CD in a while, what with all the digital music, honestly I think the last one I picked up was in a thrift store nearly two years ago (Gerling- Bad Blood!!!)- but to make up for it I've bought vinyl, which is far more precious to me anyway. Of course it was Random Access Memories - Daft Punk
Last DVD: IT WASN'T FOR ME IT WAS FOR MY SISTER. It was the last installment of Twilight. There's nothing more I can say here so I'm just not going to - EXCEPT I never buy DVDs because who does that anymore anyway? I seriously did it for the kid! Ugh, whatever.
4. Do you get along well with your family, or is there too much bad history?
I get along with most of them now. They're my family, I didn't pick them but they're mine and they're all right most of the time (it helps that I'm not around them most of the time, I'm sure). I understand that I can't change them, so I'm just accepting them. When strange things happen that I can't explain as the fairly sane, level headed person that I am, I try to shake it off and stop wishing they were different. They are who they are, I am who I am - and they're kind of lucky that I'm not more like them. My sister is awesome. My mom is a nut, but she means so well and tries so hard. She's come a long way. Can't be mad at that.
5. IF YOU COULD BE A TREE, WHAT KIND OF TREE WOULD YOU BE?
I know it's a little unorthodox, but let's start with the good shit first. Here are 5 Questions that were asked of me back on my old blog in 2007. Time for an update on the answers.
1. If a place like Lacuna Inc. in External Sunshine actually existed and could erase bad memories, and you got a voucher in the mail for a free bad memory wipe, what would you etch-a-sketch shake away?
While I think this is a good question, because it forces you to dig really deep into your past to find something truly awful and painful enough to want to erase, what I came away from Eternal Sunshine with was the notion that every moment, every event no matter how big or small, happened in force to shape us each as the people we've become. Hopefully you are happy with the person you've become, and I'm pretty darn happy being me so I wouldn't want to erase any of it. If I did, it could change my entire being after the fact (did we learn NOTHING from Back to the Future?!). The memories sting, but they help keep me in check in the seldom (and solemn) moments when I do think of them. They remind me of a few things, of where I came from and what I've been through and what I've learned along the way. There are some things I've seen happen to other people that I wish I could wash away, but again they're all learning experiences, aren't they? So, I wouldn't erase anything. I'd stick to being the person I am, and keep the people (and memories of them) I've got.
2. Last meal on death row before they make you a literal electrogirl... what do you have?
When I last answered this I opted to give you a 4 course feast. I think it's only fair to do the same - and it's what I would hope for were it really my last meal!
Appetizer: Pomme Frites french fries with ALL dipping sauces. Man I have to grab some of them before I leave town...
Pre-Main Course: A shack burger from Shake Shake, with cheese (obviously - why do they even ask?)
Main Course: Crab stuffed lobster tail, claws on the side, garlic and butter drenched mashed potatoes and heaps of grilled asparagus drizzled with olive oil
Dessert: a tower of soft, gooey, chewy chocolate chip cookies and banana ice cream on the side (Ben and Jerry's Chunky Monkey)
3. What are the last CD and DVD you bought?
Last CD: I haven't bought a CD in a while, what with all the digital music, honestly I think the last one I picked up was in a thrift store nearly two years ago (Gerling- Bad Blood!!!)- but to make up for it I've bought vinyl, which is far more precious to me anyway. Of course it was Random Access Memories - Daft Punk
Last DVD: IT WASN'T FOR ME IT WAS FOR MY SISTER. It was the last installment of Twilight. There's nothing more I can say here so I'm just not going to - EXCEPT I never buy DVDs because who does that anymore anyway? I seriously did it for the kid! Ugh, whatever.
4. Do you get along well with your family, or is there too much bad history?
I get along with most of them now. They're my family, I didn't pick them but they're mine and they're all right most of the time (it helps that I'm not around them most of the time, I'm sure). I understand that I can't change them, so I'm just accepting them. When strange things happen that I can't explain as the fairly sane, level headed person that I am, I try to shake it off and stop wishing they were different. They are who they are, I am who I am - and they're kind of lucky that I'm not more like them. My sister is awesome. My mom is a nut, but she means so well and tries so hard. She's come a long way. Can't be mad at that.
5. IF YOU COULD BE A TREE, WHAT KIND OF TREE WOULD YOU BE?
I still stand by my original answer: "I'M A FUCKING SHRUB, OKAY?"
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Have you ever betrayed your best friend? According to old blog, I did when I was a kid. I haven't since then, no.
Have you ever flirted with a guy just to get something? Maybe a long time ago, but I get my own shit now.
Are you wearing deodorant right now? *sniffs pit* yep, I remembered today.
Have you ever kissed someone of the same sex, more than just a peck? Kaitlin knows the story, I don't (too much alcohol)
Have you ever done something you regret while drunk? If memory serves correctly...probably?
Have you ever cheated on a boyfriend? No
Are you a virgin? Yes. And by yes, I mean no.
Should you exercise more? Yes.
Is your family messed up? Oh yes, terminally.
Are your parents divorced? The classic American family. Yes.
Are you good looking? Yes.
Do you brush your teeth everyday? Mmmhmm, squeaky clean!
What size bra do you wear? 38B. Niddlers. *sigh*
What size pants do you wear? 12/14
Do you hate anyone? Hate... is such a strong word. YES.
Who? Michelle Bachmann, all members of the Westboro Baptist Church, Amanda Bynes
Are you judgmental? Yep.
Are you a bitch? Sometimes, but only if you deserve it.
What religion are you? None.
Do you believe in abortion? I believe in reproductive rights.
Do you talk badly about people behind their backs? Again, only if you deserve it!
Do you lie often? I can not tell a lie.
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1. Where did your last kiss take place? I don't remember.
2. Who knows a secret or two about you? I don't have many secrets, I'm kind of an open book. Anything I don't want someone to know, they don't.
3. Have you ever burned yourself? I burn myself on my curling iron all the time. Doesn't even hurt anymore.
4. Would you date someone a lot poorer than you? A lot poorer than me is TOO poor (homeless poor), so my rule of thumb is... if you have a roof over your head and you earn a living, you're good.
5. One best friend or 10 acquaintances? One best.
6. Do you believe that your first love never dies? "I believe that what you think was your first love, probably wasn't...so no, in that respect...but when you finally do land that true love, that - that never dies." Well said 2007 Jess!
7. When did your last relationship end? Few weeks ago.
8. Does your crush like you back? Yes.
9. Who can you always turn to? My sister. D.
11. What do you want? Cookies. And love.
12. What made you smile today? D music, coming up with the new blog
13. Are you scared to fall in love? Nope.
14. What is your relationship status? It's...complicated!
15. Has one of your friends ever stabbed you in the back? No
16. Have you ever skipped school? I used to, sure.
17. Has anyone ever cheated on you? Yes.
18. Who is the last person you spoke with on the phone? Mom.
19. Do you and your best friend act alike? Sometimes, but we set each other apart in a lot of ways.
20. Who is in your house right now? No one.
21. Have you been to the movies in the last 5 days? Yes, WWZ!
22. Who do you want to be with right now? *sigh* ya know
23. Are you listening to music right now? My Starred playlist on Spotify - "I Believe" Simian Mobile Disco
24. What is on your mind? Sex.
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1. What's the last mistake you made? Yikes, I don't know... Something at work probably.
2. Is the sun shining? It's trying to.
3. Can you successfully blow up and tie a balloon? Yes, I'm an accomplished balloon tier
4. Do you like text messaging? Haha this question is showing it's age... Yes, it gets the job done.
5. Are you having a good/bad hair day? I did nothing to it this morning because I CBF, it looks fine ... I have no one to impress today.
6. What was your last purchase? A bag of mixed nuts -- oh hey I have a bag of mixed nuts! Score :)
7. Are you wearing any make-up right now? "no, i have no one to impress here." (answer from 2007, true then and true today)
8. What are your plans for later? Lots of things involving the internet.
9. What is your favorite DDR song? They have names?
10. Is there any drama within your life? Meh, apart from the usual family shit... oh right, the breakup. So yeah, but I'm good at deflecting that ish.
11. What is a song they need to stop playing on the radio? Anything by Bruno Mars? Or Katy Perry... I don't know, not familiar with the top 40 right now.
12. Are you content with life right now? YES.
13. Does anyone like you? Yes.
14. What is your current obsession? Learning about Australian life, RAM, Yeezus, ...Like Clockwork (music, as always)
15. Do you have your license? Yep
16. Ever been kissed under mistletoe? Nuh uh.
17. Would you ever smile at a stranger? I do that!
18. Ever done a random act of kindness? Oh yeah, you know, here and there - I like to hold the subway door open for people who run to catch the train like I do.
19. Do your toenails have nail polish on them? Yep, neon green.
20. When's the last time you wore eyeliner? Yesterday.
21. Last curse word you said was? Fuck.
22. Are your lips chapped? Nope, "Damn your lips very sof..." That's me.
23. Are you currently jealous? No
24. Do you own an ipod? iPhone
25. Did you have a dream last night? No dreams. Day dreams today.
26. Are you mad at anyone? Nah.
27. Who is the most random person you know? My mother.
28. What's going on this weekend? Moving in with Gram, possibly a funeral. :(
29. Done any spring cleaning lately? Yeah, packing forces you to do that kind of thing.
30. Anything bothering you? Time!
33. Do you drink coffee on a regular basis? Yeah I tried to give it up, but I gave up on that.
34. Do you wish you were someone else? No way dude, I am awesome.
35. What jewelry are you wearing? Two rings, that's all.
36. Ate any exotic food lately? I had rabbit last weekend. Delicious!
37. How many contacts do you have on MSN? N/A
38. Are you easily amused? Yep Jgigglesalot is my "DJ" name
39. Can you lick your elbow? I can't test that right now because I'm at work but also I don't want to know what my elbow tastes like?
40. Do you know this song, "we stay fly no lie you know this"? ...No
41. What piercings do you have? Now I only have ears. At one time I was all pierced up, nose, eyebrow, and tongue.
42. Do you have a crush right now? YEAH!
43. What are your plans over the summer? AUSTRALIA :D
44. How's life going for you? So good.
45. What is on your mind just this second? I have to pee!
This one sucked. Maybe there will be better ones in the future.
