Questions, Questions & More Questions

In the past few months, I've received a few blog awards but failed to respond in a timely manner. (sorry) Even worse, I've forgotten exactly who gave them to me. (double sorry) In an attempt to make amends, and because I am lacking ideas for the letter Q today, I have reconstructed a long (incomplete) list of questions I was supposed to address. Having answered all 20, I apologize in advance for doing so... ;)

If you could have any superpower, what would it be? 
Being able to stop time, get a bunch of things done, and then be able to insert myself back into “real time” without having lost a minute.

Where is your most favorite place on this earth? Wherever my home is at any given time. I love being in my own home best because I can create the environment there.

What is the best present you have ever received? I can't single one out, but my most valued presents have been (1) wooden boxes with meaningful little notes and tokens inside and (2) books with the giver’s written words added in the margins to personalize them to me.

If you could change the world what would you do? I would give everyone a strong desire to show love and respect for others.

Do you believe in ghosts? No, but I believe the spirits of departed loved ones are not far from us.





What do you think the greatest invention in your lifetime is and why? Probably antibiotics and vaccinations because of all the lives saved. (Computers and the internet rank high with me, too!)

What do you think the secret to a good life is? Knowing how to show people you love them.




What would be your dream job? Planning special moments for families that would create an atmosphere conducive to bonding and sharing. (I’ve had this job in my own family, and I love it…but I didn’t answer “homemaker” because I’d happily ditch several domestic aspects of that job!)

What is your most cherished item? My mother’s diamond ring she gave to me, because she has worn it every day for most of her life.



If you could have three wishes granted, what would they be? That every member of my family would always have enough well-being to love and appreciate life. That my parents, kids, and siblings would live within five miles of me. That war and violence would be a thing of the past.





If you could live anywhere in the world, where would you choose? A place with mild winters; views of trees, mountains, and/or the ocean; and my kids nearby. (I have most of this, but two of my kids live six hours away.)


What do you dream about at night? Often my dreams consist of a problem presenting itself and me struggling to overcome it. I think I frequently use my dreams to work out subconscious issues.




If someone were to ask you, “What is your dream in life?” what would you tell them? Other than having a happy family, to write or say things that positively impact people around me.

If you could go on a road trip with any person 
(dead or alive), who would you choose and where would you go? My husband, and we would explore all of the eastern states. (We are really going to do this after he retires!)

What is the craziest thing you have ever done? I don’t do crazy things like bungee jumping or skydiving, though I surprised myself by parasailing once. Putting myself at physical risk is not my idea of fun. The crazy things I do are generally related to my personality…being willing to confront people others would not, doing funny things in public, saying something outrageous, etc.

What is the best thing about your family? They’re mine. And they love me as much as I do them.

When are you most frustrated? When someone blames me or others for things unjustly. When misunderstandings don’t get cleared up. I can’t even watch movies where people are falsely accused or where miscommunication causes problems that a simple conversation could resolve. Drives me nuts!

What did you get in trouble for when you were a kid? Reading in bed at night or hiding somewhere to read in the day when I was supposed to be doing something else.

Which is the one event that has had the biggest impact on you and your life? Becoming a mother.

If you are not doing anything what are you most likely to think about? My joys or sorrows, usually in a spiritual context. People I care about. Ideas that interest me.

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