Yes, this is going around the Blogosphere, again - so I thought this time around I'd participate.
The wonderful, Ms. Caroline interviewed the other day. Here are my responses.
1. If you could live anywhere, where would it be and why?
I've traveled around and think the US is an absolutely lovely place. The diversity and beauty from State to State amazes me. Although I think there are great places to visit, I'm quite content living here in the Pacific Northwest. Why? Well, mostly it's all about the weather. Sure, it rains a lot in the winter but for the most part, it is never too hot nor too cold. And when it does get hot or cold, it doesn't last long. I can hang outside in the middle of summer and not overheat. I can play outside in the winter and not get frostbit. Plus, here in Western Oregon the mosquitoes are few, not a poisonous snake to be heard from, and the word "drought" is rarely used.
The wonderful, Ms. Caroline interviewed the other day. Here are my responses.
1. If you could live anywhere, where would it be and why?
I've traveled around and think the US is an absolutely lovely place. The diversity and beauty from State to State amazes me. Although I think there are great places to visit, I'm quite content living here in the Pacific Northwest. Why? Well, mostly it's all about the weather. Sure, it rains a lot in the winter but for the most part, it is never too hot nor too cold. And when it does get hot or cold, it doesn't last long. I can hang outside in the middle of summer and not overheat. I can play outside in the winter and not get frostbit. Plus, here in Western Oregon the mosquitoes are few, not a poisonous snake to be heard from, and the word "drought" is rarely used.
2. Is there a part on your body that you
would change if you could?
Yes, of course! FIrst, my butt - littler please. Then my stomach - flatter please. My feet - smaller and shorter toes. And finally my scaly elbows. Oh - I'd want longer fingers so I could play the piano better (but, of course, that means I'd actually need to practice).
Yes, of course! FIrst, my butt - littler please. Then my stomach - flatter please. My feet - smaller and shorter toes. And finally my scaly elbows. Oh - I'd want longer fingers so I could play the piano better (but, of course, that means I'd actually need to practice).
3. Is there any part of your life you would
change?
Speak of the devil - I'm working on that - trying to exercise more (which has been difficult for some reason to get my butt out the door) and lose the weight. Also - I haven't spoken to my other sister for 2 months due to a misunderstanding. (all very stupid) Actually, she isn't talking to me - but I haven't done anything to try and resolve the situation. I wasn't going to blog about that - but there you have it.
Speak of the devil - I'm working on that - trying to exercise more (which has been difficult for some reason to get my butt out the door) and lose the weight. Also - I haven't spoken to my other sister for 2 months due to a misunderstanding. (all very stupid) Actually, she isn't talking to me - but I haven't done anything to try and resolve the situation. I wasn't going to blog about that - but there you have it.
4. If you went to work, what kind of job
would you be interested in?
At one time I did work - I was a Research/Scientist in the Pulp&Paper Industry. For more on that topic - Read HERE.
Ultimately, I'd love to become a full-time writer. I have two books written and about 5 more inside my head waiting to be told. The written books need major editing and re-structuring before I try and get them "out there". If I could supplement our family income as a writer, I'd be one happy lady. I just need to get off my butt (much like exercising!)
5. Do you believe in Aliens?
Yes, I do. This universe is a pretty big place - so big our minds can't even wrap around the idea of its hugeness. To think we are the only life is pretty arrogant. And as for those religious beliefs that think we are - who is to say God didn't make other life on other worlds.
I don't necessarily think we'll ever meet any Aliens - Even with advanced technology, the distance in space is infinite. Thousands of light years is a lot of distance to cover in a lifetime. I recently read a great quote about the stars. I can't remember the quote exactly but in essence: Watching the stars is witnessing history from a million years ago. Imagine that - the light from some of those stars is from a million years ago. Incredible and mind boggling.
Thanks Caroline for some great questions.
Anyone wishing to participate must follow the directions below.
1. Leave me a comment saying, "Interview me."
2. I will respond by emailing you five questions. I get to pick the questions.
3. You will update your blog with the answers to the questions.
4. You will include this explanation and an offer to interview someone else in the same post.
5. When others comment asking to be interviewed, you will ask them five questions.
At one time I did work - I was a Research/Scientist in the Pulp&Paper Industry. For more on that topic - Read HERE.
Ultimately, I'd love to become a full-time writer. I have two books written and about 5 more inside my head waiting to be told. The written books need major editing and re-structuring before I try and get them "out there". If I could supplement our family income as a writer, I'd be one happy lady. I just need to get off my butt (much like exercising!)
5. Do you believe in Aliens?
Yes, I do. This universe is a pretty big place - so big our minds can't even wrap around the idea of its hugeness. To think we are the only life is pretty arrogant. And as for those religious beliefs that think we are - who is to say God didn't make other life on other worlds.
I don't necessarily think we'll ever meet any Aliens - Even with advanced technology, the distance in space is infinite. Thousands of light years is a lot of distance to cover in a lifetime. I recently read a great quote about the stars. I can't remember the quote exactly but in essence: Watching the stars is witnessing history from a million years ago. Imagine that - the light from some of those stars is from a million years ago. Incredible and mind boggling.
Thanks Caroline for some great questions.
Anyone wishing to participate must follow the directions below.
1. Leave me a comment saying, "Interview me."
2. I will respond by emailing you five questions. I get to pick the questions.
3. You will update your blog with the answers to the questions.
4. You will include this explanation and an offer to interview someone else in the same post.
5. When others comment asking to be interviewed, you will ask them five questions.
Dear Karmyn. Ohh where on earth did you get the time to write books, as well as have three kids? Do you write all night and be a mum during the day? I think you must be a superwoman (I've got a WHOLE new appreciation for parents now!)
Posted by: Little Miss Moi | January 29, 2009 at 06:59 AM
Interview me... fun!
Posted by: angela | January 29, 2009 at 07:23 AM
No poisonous snakes?! Dang! I should move back!
Posted by: Desert Songbird | January 29, 2009 at 07:51 AM
How fun....thanks for the view inside your brain! Oh, and I simply must visit the Pacific Northwest at some time in my life!
Posted by: iPost | January 29, 2009 at 10:20 AM
Interview me!
And if you need some butt-kicking about editing your stuff, I'm happy to oblige.
Posted by: Ian | January 29, 2009 at 11:15 AM
Get those books out there!
But before you do that, interview me!
Posted by: Heather | January 29, 2009 at 11:30 AM
I believe in aliens too. Probably not a surprise to many people but, like you, I think it's pretty arrogant to think we are the only ones in the universe. And...I'm pretty boring but you can interview me if you would like.
Posted by: Joy T. | January 29, 2009 at 12:09 PM
Wow that sounds beautiful where you live, for temps that would suit me down to the ground - not to mention the lack of snakes! :)
I loved your questions and answers though...good read. Get moving on those books woman LOL
hugs,
Wendy aka gcgal
Posted by: wendishness | January 29, 2009 at 12:54 PM
I totally believe, too. I certainly hope to see you in print someday (soon!). Cool post!
Posted by: Sabrina | January 29, 2009 at 01:21 PM
we're considered Pac NW... and we do have rattlesnakes. I think it's just west of the Cascades that enjoy freedom from them.
Posted by: Pamela | January 29, 2009 at 01:31 PM
You did a great job with this.
Someone else did this a while back and I said they could interview me and then nothing, natta, not a word. I do think it is a very cool idea.
Posted by: Beckie | January 29, 2009 at 06:18 PM
Thanks for participating Karmyn and really great answers!
Oregon sounds great!
And i do believe in Aliens and according to Sylvia Browne we will see them more in 2010...so lets see if she's right.
Thanks again...
Posted by: caroline | January 29, 2009 at 07:48 PM
Interview ME!!
Posted by: Amanda | January 29, 2009 at 08:08 PM