FQF: The Federal Government, Fires, and…Eminem?
Posted in Mixed Bag and tagged with America, Color, Education, Family, Five Question Friday, Government, Music on August 6, 20101. Would you ever consider working for the government?
Sure. I mean, I do want to be a teacher in a public school. But I also wouldn’t mind working in a bureaucratic position, though I’m sure some things would drive me batty.
2. You are on a flight from Honolulu to Chicago non-stop. There is a fire in the back of the plane. You get enough time to make ONE phone call. Who would you call?
At least I got to see Hawaii before I die, right? Without question, I’d call my parents. And not only because their number is one of the few that I actually have memorized, but also because they’re the obvious choice. So please pick up, okay?
3. If you had to wear one color every day for the rest of your life, which would you choose and why?
Blue, because I look good in it and enjoy all the shades. If I had to pick a particular shade, I’d say periwinkle because it’s what I look best in and it’s my favorite.
4. What is your dream for America’s future?
I dream that we’ll recognize that we’ve allowed our federal government to grow unconstitutionally large, and have it start pulling out of things such as education. I dream that we’ll elect representives that recognize that like our own personal budgets, we have to cut spending in order to pay down debt. But I’m afraid this is all a dream.
5. What’s your favorite song of the moment?
I know this will be strange unless you’re familiar with my music tastes, but I’d have to say Eminem and Rihanna’s “Love the Way You Lie.” I can’t relate to it (I promise I’m not nor have ever been in a violent co-dependent relationship), but for some reason it resonates. Looking back at my favorite songs from the past, it’s clear I like the darker, from-the-soul type of songs. Plus I’ve always been a fan of Eminem (or at least the cleaned-up versions of his songs). Hope I don’t lose any favor in your eyes!
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August 6th, 2010 at 6:59 am
cool interview! don’t worry, i like this song too, even though it doesn’t coincide with the majority of my music :)
August 6th, 2010 at 8:42 am
Wow! I never would have thought you an Eminem fan! Of course most people don’t see me as a fan of rocker bands either…lol.
August 6th, 2010 at 9:05 am
Eminem…hmm…now I am re-figuring you in my head. :)
August 6th, 2010 at 9:13 am
Elizabeth and Cheryl: I know, right? There’s a reason I usually keep my music to myself. =)
August 6th, 2010 at 9:41 am
Never heard that song. But gotta say I dont even have my parents numbers memorized. LOL.
August 6th, 2010 at 9:45 am
Hi there,
Thanks for stopping by my blog today and leaving a comment. I read it to a friend of mine and we are both mystified about mixing cream with vinegar-doesn’t the vinegar sour the cream? Or is that the purpose so you get cucumbers in sour cream? I also prepare them with sour cream and fresh dill.
August 6th, 2010 at 9:55 am
Imperfect Momma: I have my mom’s cell memorized as it’s the same one she’s had since I was in elementary school. And their new home number was really easy. I probably could tell you my grandparents’ numbers as well, but that’s probably it for numbers that actually matter. (Okay, I also have my favorite restaurant’s call-ahead line memorized. But it’s in my home town, 1500 miles from me!)
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August 6th, 2010 at 10:53 am
I love the Eminem/Rihanna song too – glad to know I’m not alone!
August 6th, 2010 at 11:56 am
I like that song, and Eminem as well. I too prefer the cleaned up versions.
August 6th, 2010 at 4:56 pm
I’m a Detroiter so I love Eminem too!
August 6th, 2010 at 5:38 pm
I’m laughing at your love of eminem. I love his songs too (the cleaned up versions, as well). People don’t expect it from me either. My ringtone is one of his songs and the mother of one of my piano students nearly fell out of her chair from laughing when somebody called me in her presence.
August 6th, 2010 at 7:41 pm
Hmmm, you should come visit. We could show you his house (castle).
I went to the library and talked to them about the ILL thing. I had to go to a different website that they do not have linked to theirs yet. I have now requested the book and will have it whenever it gets here. I tried to choose a close location, but I haven’t lived here long enough to know the closest one! Thanks.
August 6th, 2010 at 9:27 pm
You shouldn’t lose favor in anyone’s eyes over whether you like a song or not. I like Eminem. He’s a poet, an artist.
I’m in Raleigh too. Nice to meet you. I like your blog! Thanks for stopping by mine!
August 7th, 2010 at 11:54 am
These are all great answers, and though not an Eminem fan, I do have a very eclectic mix of music on my iPod.
August 7th, 2010 at 11:01 pm
I like that song too. I just heard it. That and his ‘Not Afraid’ song are my favorites that he’s done. I too have an eclectic style of music on the ipod.
August 8th, 2010 at 11:13 am
Hello! I’m finally getting around to visiting you back after reading your lovely comments on my blog. (Sorry, it’s been a crazy week.) We do have a lot in common! And add to the list: my absolute favortie color is periwinkle! :) It’s funny though because I’ve been seriously considering writing a post about that Eminem song and the horrible message it sends to youth. But that’s mostly because I work with teenage girls who have relationships like that and seem to feel affirmed in doing so when they listen to it. (I admit though, I like the style of the song, and can usually be caught singing along.) Hope to be seeing much more of you!
August 8th, 2010 at 9:23 pm
Ack! One color for the rest of my life? I am tempted to say red (Roll Tide) but red pants? No. So I guess I would wear black. I would look terribly goth I guess but black is just so basic.
I hope that your weekend has been great!
August 9th, 2010 at 9:41 am
Okay, you all are making me feel better…I’m not alone!
Kayren: Yay! I hope you think it’s worth the (slight) trouble!
Amy: It is poetry, in a more tolerable form. But it’s so real…that’s why I like it.
Colleen: Definitely a song about a *bad* example of a relationship. That’s why I can’t really relate to it AT ALL. Still, it resonates somehow!
Jen: I dare you to wear red pants everyday!
August 9th, 2010 at 10:04 am
Yes blue! Your pic has a blue shirt and your bloggy background is blue. Never put two and two together until reading your answer! lol
And yes I enjoy Eminem too! I like that he differentiates himself from other rappers- not calling his women degrading names for the sake of it, not singing about getting them drunk and easy, etc. While many may not agree, his lyrics are for real. DISCLAIMER: Though I don’t always agree.
August 9th, 2010 at 10:10 am
Janet: I never thought about Eminem that way, but that *is* why I like him. It’s because he’s rapping real-life stuff not trashy things. Thanks for putting what I was thinking into words!
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August 9th, 2010 at 12:41 pm
I’m running off to find that Eminem song. You’ve got me curious.
August 10th, 2010 at 10:52 am
Florida Girl: Ha, not sure you’ll be impressed!
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August 16th, 2010 at 11:22 pm
Stopping by from SITS and so glad to have found your blog. I’m also single, in NC, a Christian, and enjoy some Eminem. Look forward to reading more.