I was born and raised in Saginaw, MI, where I graduated high school and
community college, held a bunch of crappy jobs, and eventually met the
man who (I thought) was the love of my life at the ripe old age of 27
and followed to Colorado.
After a couple of crappy jobs in Colorado, I landed a job in a box
factory and eventually married said love of my life in 1995. In 1998, he
passed away, and I stuck it out in Colorado on my own. I went back to
college, met the (real) love of my life in 2001, and earned an English
degree in 2003, which was when I started looking for a nice white-collar
job somewhere.
Apparently my company did not want to lose me, and it happened that the
girl who worked in accounting was getting promoted to another plant, so
I became the Senior Accounting Associate (read: ONLY Accounting
Associate) in 2003. By 2004, I had forgotten how shitty going to school
full time and working full time was, and went back for my accounting
degree, which I earned in 2007. I then got promoted to Plant Accountant,
and that’s where I’m at career-wise.
Life-wise, I’m still with the love of my life, and “mother” to my
cat-brat, Pixel. I like to hike, bike, rollerblade (I’m learning), read,
write, watch indie films and remodel my 1974 condo, which is 95% done as
of this writing (well, at least until I can afford some
gut-remodeling!). I don’t collect anything because I am a compulsive
neat freak and I don’t like to spend a lot of time dusting.
My first Stephen King book was The Shining, which I read when I was
thirteen. It scared the hell out of me, and I was hooked. Every year for
my birthday and Christmas I would ask for Barnes and Noble gift cards so
I could fill my King library. During this time I ran across The
Gunslinger, and I was one of the ones who had to wait for all the books
to come out – it was truly painful. Totally worth the wait, however!
"People, especially children, aren't measured by their IQ. What's important about them is whether they're good or bad, and these children are bad." ~ Alan Bernard
"You needn't die happy when your day comes, but you must die satisfied, for you have lived your life from beginning to end and ka is always served." ~ Roland Deschain
I actually have two. Michael Whelan, and Michael Goddard.
Where in the world, that you haven't already been, would you most like to go hiking?
Hmmm. That's a tough one. I think I'd like to hike around Scotland.
Does being an accountant and being a neat freak really go hand in hand?
Oh, no. My old area controller was the messiest person I know.
Why oh why do you like china dolls?
I don't particularly. That sig and av I had up were from a Deviant Art search for Gunslinger pictures, and I just thought they were cute. The fact that they freaked you out was a bonus.
"People, especially children, aren't measured by their IQ. What's important about them is whether they're good or bad, and these children are bad." ~ Alan Bernard
"You needn't die happy when your day comes, but you must die satisfied, for you have lived your life from beginning to end and ka is always served." ~ Roland Deschain
Are you a true redhaired lady or does your red come in a bottle?
If your Irish comes in a bottle, what brand?
If your Irish is real, what's your favorite brand of bottle?
If you choose not to answer these questions, fine! Be that way!
Margaret Emmie Mackey Catoe, you are, have been, and always will be my soulmate, and I love you.
Con todo mi corazon, por todo de mis dias. And I always will, in this life and into the next.
Do you ever get teased or ridiculed, as I do, for being such a neat freak?
Ironically, not as much as you would think. No one wants me to help them clean out their garages or anything, though.
Do you like burritos from Chipotle?
I'm on a low-carb diet (well, I cheat like hell when it comes to beer ) so I can't eat them. But, I'm not a big fan of Chipotle, anyway.
Do you have a favorite TV show?
Mad Men. I totally love it! DBF bought me the first season on DVD for my birthday.
What is the longest book you've ever read?
That's a good question. I think The Stand is the longest. And I've read both versions.
"People, especially children, aren't measured by their IQ. What's important about them is whether they're good or bad, and these children are bad." ~ Alan Bernard
"You needn't die happy when your day comes, but you must die satisfied, for you have lived your life from beginning to end and ka is always served." ~ Roland Deschain
What's your first name? Or is that classified info?
What, you don't like calling me Barbara?
It's Ann. I just don't like it so I prefer to use my screen name on here.
Have you ever thought about having kids?
Yeah, for about two seconds. I am NOT a kid person.
Will I ever catch you in the Online List?
It's not looking that way!
What is your first name?
See above.
What foreign countries have you been to?
Canada and Ireland.
Any phobias?
No, not really. At least, I can't think of any.
"People, especially children, aren't measured by their IQ. What's important about them is whether they're good or bad, and these children are bad." ~ Alan Bernard
"You needn't die happy when your day comes, but you must die satisfied, for you have lived your life from beginning to end and ka is always served." ~ Roland Deschain
Did you like studying English in school or did you get burned out with academic side of it?
I did love studying English for the most part, but it did ruin pleasure reading for me for awhile. It's hard to turn off the analytical part of it, you know?
Would you consider listening to Elliott Smith?
Depends on what kind of music he plays. But I'd probably give him a try.
Are you going to tell Pixel
Spoiler:
that Santa isn't real
?
Well, she's only five. I thought I'd keep the illusion for her for another year or two. It's horrible to ruin their childhoods like that.
Do you consider your present job crappy like the previous or is it better somehow?
Working on the shop floor was crappy - cold in the winter, hot in the summer, and just all around physically demanding. Now I have an office with a mountain view, a really cool boss, and I don't have to work very hard, really.
I absolutely love my job.
Can you give me the solution to the human condition?
Valium in the drinking water? I truly don't know.
"People, especially children, aren't measured by their IQ. What's important about them is whether they're good or bad, and these children are bad." ~ Alan Bernard
"You needn't die happy when your day comes, but you must die satisfied, for you have lived your life from beginning to end and ka is always served." ~ Roland Deschain
Oh honey, if I knew the answer to that I'd be a MUCH mellower person.
Are you still going to open the pub in Ireland or is the present job just too sweet?
That's still my dream retirement job. But I don't think I'll ever be able to afford it.
And, can I still serve drinks at the said pub?
Absolutely!
"People, especially children, aren't measured by their IQ. What's important about them is whether they're good or bad, and these children are bad." ~ Alan Bernard
"You needn't die happy when your day comes, but you must die satisfied, for you have lived your life from beginning to end and ka is always served." ~ Roland Deschain
Darkers (Darkthoughts) started it. Probably because everyone mispronounces my screen name.
Where do you see yourself in 10 years?
I don't look that far ahead. I can only do one or two days at a time. I'm pretty sure I'll be doing what I'm doing right now, more or less.
What is your favorite flavor of Popsicle?
I don't eat popsicles, but I guess if I did I would have to say grape.
Favorite cartoon growing up?
All the old Roadrunner cartoons. I'm a Wile E. Coyote fan.
"People, especially children, aren't measured by their IQ. What's important about them is whether they're good or bad, and these children are bad." ~ Alan Bernard
"You needn't die happy when your day comes, but you must die satisfied, for you have lived your life from beginning to end and ka is always served." ~ Roland Deschain
Ask not what bears can do for you, but what you can do for bears. (razz)
When one is in agreement with bears one is always correct. (mae)
bears are back!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
If you had to (and let's pretend you do) pick a favorite album what would it be?
Phobia - Breaking Benjamin
Do you play music? If so, how long have you been playing? If not, what one instrument would you like to learn if you could?
I took guitar lessons for 3 years back when I was 16 or so, but I never got very good at it. I've been toying with the idea of picking it back up. That, or the violin. But I suspect I'll never be really good at it.
What is the best live music experience you've had (a favorite concert for instance)?
I haven't gone to many concerts, but back when (and this will date me ) Prince did his Purple Rain tour I went - and it was an awesome concert.
Do you have a talisman?
I have a St. Christopher's medal that my mother gave my father when they were first dating. It's a stick pin type that he always had in headliner of his car. When he passed away, I inherited it and I've had it in all my cars ever since. As a matter of fact, before they towed my beloved Bluie away, I got the medal out of the car so it wouldn't get stolen.
If you were an animal, who would it be?
I would be a tiger.
"People, especially children, aren't measured by their IQ. What's important about them is whether they're good or bad, and these children are bad." ~ Alan Bernard
"You needn't die happy when your day comes, but you must die satisfied, for you have lived your life from beginning to end and ka is always served." ~ Roland Deschain
Hey there. I am really lovin this Q&A with the staff...Hope I like it as much when it's my turn
On to the questions:
1) As a fan myself of Wile E. Coyote, did you (like me) watch that show hoping that the Road Runner would get caught at least once?
2) Of the Dark Tower series, which book is your favorite and who is your favorite character?
3) If you were to cheat on your husband, would it be for Roland or Eddie?
4) what is your perfect way to relax?
Thanks in advance!!!!
Dragline : Nothin'. A handful of nothin'. You stupid mullet head. He beat you with nothin'. Just like today when he kept comin' back at me - with nothin'.
Luke : Yeah, well, sometimes nothin' can be a real cool hand.
I took guitar lessons for 3 years back when I was 16 or so, but I never got very good at it. I've been toying with the idea of picking it back up. That, or the violin. But I suspect I'll never be really good at it.
I would love to learn how to play violin as well. There are just certain tones that a violin/fiddle can get that are so unique to that instrument and so beautiful.
Originally Posted by Daghain
What is the best live music experience you've had (a favorite concert for instance)?
I haven't gone to many concerts, but back when (and this will date me ) Prince did his Purple Rain tour I went - and it was an awesome concert.
Prince rules. You're lucky to have gotten to see him. Not all of his music is stuff I like, but his guitar-playing is just plain sick and I have a tremendous amount of respect for anyone who can play as many instruments as he can. Not to mention, he played with Miles Davis so that makes him special in my book.
1) As a fan myself of Wile E. Coyote, did you (like me) watch that show hoping that the Road Runner would get caught at least once?
Of course! Even though I knew darn well it wasn't going to happen. I blame the Acme Company.
2) Of the Dark Tower series, which book is your favorite and who is your favorite character?
The Drawing of the Three is my absolute favorite, and Roland my favorite character. I think I fell in love with him reading DotT - you really get a feel for his personality in that one.
3) If you were to cheat on your husband, would it be for Roland or Eddie?
Well, if I were married, I would never cheat on my husband, but since I think you were going for the hypothetical here, I'd say it would be Roland, no question.
4) what is your perfect way to relax?
Sitting on my deck with a vodka martini and a good book.
If you ever had the chance to hike the Catsill Mountains, would you?
Sure!
What is your favorite food?
BBQ pork ribs. MMMMMMM.
Originally Posted by R_of_G
Prince rules. You're lucky to have gotten to see him. Not all of his music is stuff I like, but his guitar-playing is just plain sick and I have a tremendous amount of respect for anyone who can play as many instruments as he can. Not to mention, he played with Miles Davis so that makes him special in my book.
Yeah, I think he started to lose it not long after Purple Rain, but some of his stuff is pure gold.
"People, especially children, aren't measured by their IQ. What's important about them is whether they're good or bad, and these children are bad." ~ Alan Bernard
"You needn't die happy when your day comes, but you must die satisfied, for you have lived your life from beginning to end and ka is always served." ~ Roland Deschain
I so envy you that Prince concert!
I'd say he went downhill after Sign O'The Times - do you like that album?
What's your all time favourite Prince track?
Did he play it when you saw him?
Daghain
Let’s see…where to begin…
Cool! I've been waiting for your turn 
Originally Posted by Daghain
