Confession: I am a wee bit obsessed with those "surveys" you fill out online. You know the ones; a lot of questions about what makes you tick that you answer because you may or may not be some kind of exhibitionist. I love them. So after I make a real effort to say something intelligent, I'll put one here. Awesome.
I did end up going running last night at the dark track. It was kind of awesome. I really wish I had a longer amount of time I could run without feeling like I'm going to die, but I'll work up to it one of these days. I just like knowing I'm getting actual exercise while having the opportunity to listen to whatever music I want however loudly I want without worrying about bothering someone. Running, I guess, could be a group activity, but I see it as kind of a solitary thing, you know? I don't have to talk to anyone and I can just do my own thing. I'm looking forward to when I can get up to "going for a run" rather than "hobbling on a run."
Secondly, I found this thing in a Cosmopolitan magazine that really disturbed me. I don't read Cosmopolitan as a general rule, but my best friend Nate was up here earlier this week and we like to buy them and read them while laughing at how asinine some of the stuff is.
But really? I think I've found one that takes the cake.
Apparently, there's this. . .what's the nice term for them? Marital aid? There's this little, egg-shaped marital aid that women can place in their. . .area in which a marital aid would be used. And it just kind of stays there. But the kicker is, the thing vibrates whenever a cell phone within 10 feet of the user rings.
Really? Really?
That disturbed me so much. And that's not even really the best (worst?) part.
The best part is that, me being me, I decided to go to the Web site the magazine provided to check this thing out for myself. (Don't worry; it's nothing immediately obscene.) Holy hell, you guys. It goes so much further than just the phone-activated kick in the pants (so to speak.) They also have ones activated by calls made to and from your particular phone or, and this blew my mind, ones you can attach to your iPod. Yes. That innocuous little provider of music? Is now a sex toy.
I'm appalled. I'm never going to look at my iPod the same way again. Or anyone answering a cell phone. Technology is a scary, scary place sometimes. And that place? Vibrates.
On to the survey!
((Survey))
Have you ever kissed anyone whose name started with J?
Yes. At least 2 people.
Has anyone ever told you that they want to spend the rest of their life with you?
Yes. Lies, incidentally.
Are you moody?
Incredibly.
What's bothering you right now?
The fact that I have to go into work in a little while to finish this effing grad tab.
Do you believe that you can change for someone?
Why would you want to be with someone who wanted you to change? I mean, sure, you could probably do it, like if your person wanted you to stop smoking or something. But the question still stands, why would you want to be with someone who requested you change? Are they changing for you? Also, if we're just talking about changing clothes, then sure. I would change.
Do you drink coffee?
Absolutely.
Do you get along with girls?
Less than I did 3 months ago, more than I did 10 years ago.
Do you crack your knuckles?
Occasionally.
Do you like surprises?
Not generally. I mean, if I were to walk up to my desk one day and there was a big bouquet of flowers then I'd be like, "Whooooo!!!!" That's an acceptable surprise. But I don't like the unknown, so when the unknown springs itself on me, I'm not a fan. I also don't like people jumping out at me. Blame that on childhood trauma.
Plans for this weekend?
Working. Cleaning. All those lame grown-up things you don't take into consideration when you're dying to graduate high school and college.
Have you ever been to California?
No. I'd like to, though. My brother lived there, and my S-dad visited him a few times, and I was really jealous.
Who was the last person you laid in a bed with?
Nate.
Have you cried this week at all?
No? No. . .I don't think so. I may have been on the verge at one point, but I don't think I ever did.
Where were you at 8:00 this morning?
Sleeping in bed.
What were you doing 3 hours ago?
I think I was still asleep.
What is your brother's name?
John.
What color is your hairbrush?
Two of them are purple and one is green.
Are you ticklish?
A little.
Are you typically a jealous person?
Yes. It has, in the past, proven to be a problem.
What’s the next concert you're going to?
No clue. I may go see Roger's wife perform tonight, but that's not really a concert, per se.
Are you afraid of falling in love?
Afraid of it? No? I don't really know how to answer this question.
What’s your current mood?
It's fairly good.
Do you like anyone?
I hate this question. Are you asking me if I have fond feelings toward people or if I'm interested in anyone? Because the answers, respectively, would be not usually, and yes.
What color is your room?
Generic Tan.
What was the last thing you ate?
Leftover fries.
Who was the last person you hung out with?
Well, I was at work ALL DAY yesterday, so if you want to be technical about it, the last people I "hung out" with were co-workers.
Do you think you're approachable?
You know, I think I am, but I also think other people don't think so. I think that once people do approach me, they realize I'm approachable, but I've been told that I give off a "don't mess with me" vibe, so people might not realize that I'm not actually that bad.
Regret doing anything in the past week?
No. . .it was actually a decent week. There are things I regret NOT doing, but it's been a good week.
Do you have a dirty mind?
I do. I'm not proud of it, but despite the Christian school upbringing, I have a surprisingly dirty mind. I just don't usually share what I'm thinking with people because, for one, it might freak them out, because I don't strike a lot of people as a dirty-minded person and, for another, due to the aforementioned upbringing, I have a really hard time talking about "dirty" things. It's like a mental block. It's not that I can't find the words; I just can't make myself say them. But I do say "That's what she said" a lot.
Have you been pressured to do anything recently?
Not in a bad way. I was working and Allison "pressured" me to go out for a couple of drinks instead. (It was after-hours. Don't worry.)
Do you think it's OK to live with your parents as an adult?
Sure. You probably shouldn't do it for your entire life, though. I had an aunt that lived with my grandparents until she died a couple years ago, and I just never understood it. I mean, I can't judge, because it's not my life, but, much as I love my parents, I don't think I'd want to live with them into my 50's. I'm also pretty sure they wouldn't want me to be around all the time into my 50's.
Do you like your name?
No. Both my first and middle names are tragically boring, and few people can correctly pronounce and/or spell my last name on the first try. I've had some really interesting variations, though.
Do you hate anyone?
I have some people that I have a great, great deal of disdain for, but I'm not sure I would go so far as to invoke the "hate" word.
Did you go to college?
Your mom goes to college. (Stupid movie references aside, yes. I did.)
What's your worst habit?
I have a whole plethora of bad habits.
Are you listening to any music? What song?
Yes. "Over You" by Chris Daughtry.
Do you still talk to the person you last dated?
I do.
Do you love someone?
There's another one of those questions. I love choice family members, how about that?
What would you do if you found out your ex is engaged today?
Two of my exes are married and the other one, I don't really have an opinion as to what he does in terms of marriage. He just got out of a three-year relationship, though, so I don't think he's going to make that jump any time soon.
What is your favorite color?
I can't pick just one. They are purple-red-pink-black. Like Valentine's Day.
Do you like competition?
I don't like it necessarily, but I'm an extraordinarily competitive person.
Would you ever stay with someone, just because you didn't want to break their heart?
I'd like to say no, but I've not been in that situation, so I don't know. I did end a dating-thing with a guy once (we weren't in a relationship, but we went out fairly regularly) that I knew was really into me. So I guess I wouldn't stay with someone to break their heart. No, I don't know. Next question.
Have you ever taken anyone/anything for granted?
Every day, probably.
Do you hate being alone?
I'm not fond of it, but I'm used to it. I adapted.
Has anyone ever broken your heart?
Yes.
Who was the last person to send you a text message?
Someone from work, telling me that my boss really liked something I did.
Last time you went swimming in a pool?
Probably last summer.
How do you feel about your hair?
I have an extreme, antagonistic, love-hate relationship with my hair. I love how it looks when it's cooperating, but in order for it to cooperate, I have to put forth effort, and I'm extremely lazy. Dilemma.
Last time you were hugged?
Yesterday.
AIM or MSN?
AIM.
Do you miss anyone right now?
When I throw things at them. I have bad aim.
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