1. These questions aren’t ones that people frequently ask me... instead, they come from those “get to know you” quizzes that friends send me via email...

  2. I figure if they are interested, you might be also...

  3. Send me a quiz, and I’ll answer your questions too!

Sent to Swestie by Jennifer Hurt


Wrapping paper or gift bags?

Wrapping paper. I think gift bags are a cop out... not that I never use them, though...


Real tree or Artificial?

Real. No question.


When do you put up the tree?

When I get tired of my kids asking, “Mom-mmmeeeee! When are we going to put up the Christmas tree?” I would prefer to follow the German tradition of waiting until Christmas Eve to put up a tree.


When do you take the tree down?

My husband usually does this, so I get no say so... but I do prefer it up through New Year’s Eve. I love the crossover deco effect.


Do you like eggnog? 

Yes! And I love making it too!


Favorite gift received as a child? My adoption doll, Susan Alice. She came to me all of the way from Xavier Roberts in Cleveland, Georgia, yellow pigtails and all. Her dress said, “Mon Amour,” and her eyes were blue. I dressed her, fed her and performed surgery on her. She was the best.


Hardest person to buy for?

My Dad.


Easiest person to buy for?

My kids.


Do you have a nativity scene? 

Yes, several... one made of olive wood... several as Christmas tree ornaments... one as a snow globe... this is what you collect from parishioners when your husband is a priest!


Mail or email Christmas cards?

Handmade, snail mail cards, although not always at Christmas... sometimes for the New Year.


Worst Christmas gift you ever received?

Well, it’s not the worst (I can’t think of what that would be), but it is the funniest... a giant box of 42 gourmet hot cocoas in seven delicious flavors. We liked to have never gotten rid of those things!


Favorite Christmas Movie?

Charlie Brown, Holiday, When Harry Met Sallie (oops) Sally


When do you start shopping for Christmas? 

November.


Have you ever recycled a Christmas present?

If I did, I don’t remember.


Favorite thing to eat at Christmas?

Homemade toffee.


Lights on the tree?

Uh, I could be wrong, but isn’t that the whole point of a Christmas tree? Jesus is the light of the world, and you light the candles (electric lights) on the longest, darkest night of the year to signify that fact... So yes, lights on the tree. Non-negotiable.


Favorite Christmas song? 

Lo, How a Rose Ere Blooming


Travel at Christmas or stay home?

I want to be happy in a million ways, for the holidays it’s home sweet home!


Can you name all of Santa's reindeer's?

Yes: Dasher, Dancer, Prancer, Vixen, Comet, Cupid, Donder and Blitzen... and don’t forget his most famous reindeer of all... Rudolph! (And I didn’t even cheat!)


Angel on the tree top or a star?

Angel, for now.


Open presents on Christmas Eve or morning?

Christmas morning


Most annoying thing about this time of the year? 

The song “Blue Christmas” by Elvis; it is the back up singers that kill this one for me! Wouldn’t you agree?


Favorite Ornament theme or color?

I love and collect Christopher Radko ornaments. It is my desire to one day have a large tree full of them! I don’t have the Beetle one shown at right... if anyone sees it in a store, will you let me know so I can get one?


Favorite for Christmas dinner?

Finger foods... good for snacking on all day long.


What do you want for Christmas this year? 

See my list of desires from September 18, 2008.


Who is least likely to respond to this?

My friend who sent me these questions said I was least likely to respond... well, I’ve given her a pleasant surprise! Thanks, Jennifer!

Sent to Swestie by Nancy Chafin


If you could build a house anywhere, where would it be?
Let’s see... I’m a city girl, so I would choose NOT to build, but instead renovate a building in a bustling area that has about four stories and a storefront on the bottom, with cute display windows. It is my dream to just walk downstairs to work. The renovation of the living space would include shiny wood floors, exposed brick walls, an open floor plan, and modern furnishings... like the one in this photo - Cargo Portside Grill in Brunswick, Georgia. 






What's your favorite article of clothing?
A sweater I got (myself) for my birthday.









What's the last CD that you bought?
I don’t buy CDs anymore - I’m completely digital now... but the last music I purchased on iTunes was a bunch of random tracks from the ‘90s to recreate a (the best ever) mix tape I ever made... it included songs by Pearl Jam, Soundgarden, Drivin’ & Cryin’, Natalie Merchant, Tracy Chapman and Dave Matthews.



Where's your favorite place to be?
Edisto Beach, South Carolina. Click here to see photos from my vacation on the old Swestie blog.















Where's your least favorite place to be?
Need I say more?













Strong in mind or strong in body?
I’m really working toward achieving a good balance of both, but for now, I would say body.












What time do you wake in the morning?
5:30-6:00











  What's your favorite kitchen appliance?
My mixer. I wanted to take it on vacation with me1













What makes you really angry?

I can not tolerate intolerance. (=    































If you could play any instrument, what would it be?
Well, I already play fiddle and piano.. I’ve dabbled in guitar, mandolin and French horn... if I were going to master something new, it would be guitar and then banjo. Find out about the band I’m in by clicking on the logo.






 

Favorite color?
One favorite? Ha! Some of these favorites this season are.. 


Which do you prefer, sports car or SUV?
Sports car, baby! Well, that is until they invent a convertible SUV... oh, that’s a Jeep isn’t it? Maybe for the next car...


















Do you believe in afterlife?
Yes. But how do I illustrate that?






What is your favorite season?
Summer. Sunshine...warmth... vacations... long, light-filled days...









If you could have one super power, what would it be?
to be invisible

 


Can you juggle?
Not balls, but I’m good with a schedule!










What's in the trunk of your car?
Yoga mat, books, reusable grocery bags, iPod, purse... etc, etc, etc.










Which do you prefer, sushi or hamburger?
Sushi, arigatou gozaimasu.







Please note: all original images on this web site are subject to copyright, 2008, by Sallie West.