Ten Questions About Me!
And ten different questions for you
A few years ago, a writer on another platform—which shall not be named—asked me to answer ten questions. I thought it might be fun to share them here. And if reading my answers doesn’t sound fun, I will ask my own ten questions at the end, which will absolutely be fun. I hope you will answer them so I can get to know you better.
If you could change your first name, what name would you choose?
Phineas. Is there a finer name? I think not.
If you could live in a country other than where you are now, where would you live, and why?
Scotland. So I could wear kilts on special occasions. And find a decent bagpipe player for my band.
If you could have a kind of pet that you’ve never had before, what pet would you choose and why?
One that doesn’t poop. I think the reason is obvious.
It’s going to rain all day. How will you spend your time?
If I am off work, and my wife is not home, and I don’t have any chores to do, I would probably make music or write. Or watch a movie or TV show. Or take a nap. Probably, all of the above.
You have one week of vacation, and your boss/partner/friend is paying for a trip anywhere in the world. What would be your vacation spot?
Who is this boss/partner/friend you speak of? What kind of crazy relationship is that? Anyway, I would pick New Zealand. So I could get as far away from that relationship as possible for a while. Plus, I have never been there, and it looks like a cool place to visit. I heard there are Hobbits there.
Look at your skin. Think about its color and what that means to you. If you could change your skin to another color—any color—what color would that be and why?
Unwrinkled and not so dry. Oh, that is not a color? I try not to focus on the color of skin. To me, it is like hair color. It really shouldn’t matter.
You are in the hospital recovering from a serious illness. Your physician recommends music therapy. Whose music would you choose to listen to, and why?
A variety of musicians (variety is my jam, or peanut butter. I forget.) Why? Because I am in the hospital recovering from a serious illness and music brings me joy. Unlike hospital gowns.
You’ve been awarded a nonfiction book contract. You can write about anything you want. What would you choose?
It would probably be related to music. Nothing else interests me enough to do the necessary research. Except maybe rotary phones or gravel.
What is the most important piece of advice you would give a child?
When you’re tired of your toys, put them in the attic until you’re 45. Then sell them online and retire.
Equally important: Never try to wrap your entire face with rubber bands.
A wealthy philanthropist offers to pay your living expenses for five years if you will work for free for a nonprofit of your choice. What nonprofit would you choose?
One without a political agenda or massive overhead, like a local charity that helps less fortunate people. Or as a music therapist playing guitar at hospitals, nursing homes, mental health centers, etc. Now, how do I contact this wealthy philanthropist?
Now, here are my ten questions for you. Feel free to post your replies in a separate post or in the comments here.
If a cosmic blast of animal-matter rays hit the Earth, turning all humans into animals, what animal would you hope to become, and why?
If you could go back in time to any place, when and where would you go and why?
What is your ideal meal?
If you could be the best at any one thing, other than writing (don’t be so predictable), what would it be?
What is your favorite place, and why?
If you could pick a superpower, what would it be?
You are on a long road trip. You stop at a gas station to fill up. What “food-ish” product would you buy to snack on while you drive?
Would you mind if my wife and I stayed at your house for a week? And what weeks are available?
Do you prefer hugs or handshakes? (In case I end up staying at your house.)
If you could have any musician or band (past or present—pretend we have the technology) come to your house and give a private concert, who would it be? Unfortunately, The Beatles are away on a yellow submarine mission that day, so you’ll have to settle for someone else.
Thanks for reading and responding. You make it fun.
Mark
If a cosmic blast of animal-matter rays hit the Earth, turning all humans into animals, what animal would you hope to become, and why? An eagle. I like soaring and being at the top of the food chain.
If you could go back in time to any place, when and where would you go and why? First-century Judea and Galilee during Christ's ministry because, as a Christian, I want to follow the Boss.
What is your ideal meal? Filet Mignon, Potatoes au Gratin, Broccoli, Caesar Salad, Beer/Wine, Trifle (or just a Thanksgiving meal).
If you could be the best at any one thing, other than writing (don’t be so predictable), what would it be? NFL football quarterback.
What is your favorite place, and why? With my wife, wherever. Duh.
If you could pick a superpower, what would it be? Superspeed.
You are on a long road trip. You stop at a gas station to fill up. What “food-ish” product would you buy to snack on while you drive? Bugles.
Would you mind if my wife and I stayed at your house for a week? And what weeks are available? Sure, come on down! But space is available only in early October.
Do you prefer hugs or handshakes? (In case I end up staying at your house.) Either. Handshake first, then a hug if I like you.
If you could have any musician or band (past or present—pretend we have the technology) come to your house and give a private concert, who would it be? Unfortunately, The Beatles are away on a yellow submarine mission that day, so you’ll have to settle for someone else. My wife would ask for AC/DC, but I'm old school. Just zap ol' Mozart or Papa Haydn over. Not Beethoven--he's hard on pianos.
Great questions Mark! I am going to share some of them with my small local writing group to use as prompts. Thanks so much!