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post #1 of 953
6/28/12 at 6:20pm
Thread Starter 
We're starting this game over due to the length of Part One.

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Currently none.

How active are you in your community's activities?


Unfortunately, not terribly active in my community. I used to do a lot more when my boys were younger. I try to support the school's activities by attendance and monetary support.

What is your favorite forum of Basenotes?

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post #2 of 953
6/28/12 at 6:47pm
Male Fragrance Discussion

When you're at a house party with a lot of people, which room do you tend to congregate in?
post #3 of 953
6/28/12 at 10:29pm
Living room.

What is your favorite stew?
post #4 of 953
6/28/12 at 10:51pm
Lamb stew

Does the pursuit of wisdom require us to accept all points of view as valid? If so, why?
post #5 of 953
6/28/12 at 11:44pm
No, all available points of view go into the hopper of decision, so to speak. But, logic will dictate the ultimate, sensible decision and the garnered wisdom will flow naturally.

How do you deal with people who are hypocritical?
post #6 of 953
6/28/12 at 11:51pm
I simply choose not to waste my time with them relegating them to irrelevance.

What do you want to become more skilled at?
post #7 of 953
6/29/12 at 12:52am
DIY

Sq
post #8 of 953
6/29/12 at 1:08am
The vicissitudes of the economic cycle.

SQ
post #9 of 953
6/29/12 at 2:39am
Computer skills.

SQ
post #10 of 953
6/29/12 at 4:54am
My job.

What song annoys you the most?
post #11 of 953
6/29/12 at 5:48am
Do Wah Diddy Diddy by Manfred Mann

If you have peace how do you know you are achieving anything if there is nothing to struggle against?
post #12 of 953
6/29/12 at 7:06am
By reaping the fruits of your labour.

Who will win the Euro 2012 final, Italy or Spain?
post #13 of 953
6/29/12 at 7:07am
I think a person can have a feeling of peace even while struggling. Not always easy, but it's what I strive for. And for me, that in itself is achieving something.

Whoops! have to edit, I was too slow. The Euro? Haven't a clue, will leave that for someone else who follows it!

How much do you think that internet and social media has influenced the political opinions of people? eg. If you are for a cause, do you gravitate towards sites, etc., that you side with? Or try to see both sides. Naturally, this is what is best! I've just found that so many have been turning this way or that way in their opinions and often don't stop to look at the whole picture on many important issues.
post #14 of 953
6/29/12 at 7:24am
@Rüssel - Spain
@IngaMi - Has played a very big part and influenced a great deal.

Who has been your wisest teacher?
post #15 of 953
6/29/12 at 7:26am
My mistakes and a dear friend who is great at telling me when I have them or am a out to.

SQ.
post #16 of 953
6/29/12 at 11:47am
Aside from being a wonderful parent, I'd have to say my mother.

Fate or free will?
post #17 of 953
6/29/12 at 2:13pm
Free will.

Would you rather live in lust or love with somebody?
post #18 of 953
6/29/12 at 3:50pm
Love for sure, lol..there is no other way!

Favorite summer beverage?
post #19 of 953
6/29/12 at 4:55pm
Lemonade.

When baited for a confrontation by an individual and his cohorts, what would your course of action be?
post #20 of 953
6/29/12 at 5:39pm
I don't let myself fall into that trap, nor do I lower myself to their level. I simply choose to stay away from childish, moronic, mean-spirited and vindictive people.

What is your favorite type of pasta?
post #21 of 953
6/29/12 at 5:41pm
Farfalle

Do you believe in high protein diets ?
post #22 of 953
6/29/12 at 5:59pm
Mimi - I believe in any diet that takes the weight off my body!

Why is it people think about us most when we are gone?
post #23 of 953
6/29/12 at 6:22pm
Re. Diets - me too Hednic . I have to shed some weight before my travels ! High protein works but is only safe for 2 weeks .
Dammit .

Re. the question. I think it's Human nature to take things and people for granted to some extent till they are no longer there.
' Absence makes the heart grow fonder ' Syndrome .

Are you scared of death ?
post #24 of 953
6/29/12 at 6:30pm
As I get older I find I think about it more and more and as a result have become more fearful.

Who is the calming influence in your life?
post #25 of 953
6/29/12 at 6:32pm
(( Hednic )) We're all in the same boat , my friend .

My mother

SQ
post #26 of 953
6/29/12 at 6:37pm
My sister

How will you spend July 4th (for those people who recognize it as a holiday)?
post #27 of 953
6/29/12 at 6:55pm
Thread Starter 
As the 4th is just one day off in the middle of the week, we won't be doing anything special. Probably DH will grill, maybe we will go to some friends to float around in their pool. Try to soothe the dog who is afraid of the fireworks.

SQ
post #28 of 953
6/29/12 at 7:20pm
The fact that it is mid-week does throw a bit of a kink into my traditional plans, but as long as I am with family I am happy.

What can put an instant smile on your face?
post #29 of 953
6/29/12 at 7:28pm
Reminiscing.

Is blind allegiance a prerequisite to having an enduring friendship, and why?
post #30 of 953
6/29/12 at 7:31pm
Not for me. Don't want to have that type of friend.

Are there days that you waste just trying to get through them instead of enjoying and savoring the time?
post #31 of 953
6/29/12 at 8:11pm
There have been days like that in the past. I learnt a few years ago that time does fly and to pay attention to every moment of every day to the best of my ability . As one gets older, time flies even faster in ratio to one's age ...... As a psychologist friend of mine has said .

SQ
post #32 of 953
6/29/12 at 9:16pm
Sorry to say that I have been guilty of doing it also - some days I just get into a funk.

What (or Whom) do you see when you look in the mirror?
post #33 of 953
6/29/12 at 9:22pm
Eyes and nose-my mom. All the rest-my dad.

4th of July plans?
post #34 of 953
6/29/12 at 9:37pm
With the family

What percentage of your values are being met on a daily basis?
post #35 of 953
6/30/12 at 1:25am
Just the ones that matter.

What brings you the greatest joy in life?
post #36 of 953
6/30/12 at 7:44am
Various factors, but knowing simply that I reached full potential (whether personal, social, intellectual etc.) would be way up on my list.

Who or what can motivate you to do the least rational/the more unusual/the adventurous things you wouldn't normally do (whether it's an emergency/impredictable situation or just for fun, because of curiosity etc.)?
post #37 of 953
6/30/12 at 7:55am
Jim beam and jack Daniels. I steer clear of brown liquor.

Who is the most intriguing powerful leader/emperor in history?


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post #38 of 953
6/30/12 at 8:03am
Alexander The Great

When are we self-improved enough to accept ourselves?
post #39 of 953
6/30/12 at 10:53am
I can only speak for myself. And, in that regard, self-improvement is a continuum for me. Yet, I accept my flawed nature, knowing that my attempts for improvement are fruitful, even though not nearly perfected as my Savior.

SQ
post #40 of 953
6/30/12 at 11:32am
Quote:
Originally Posted by dollars&scents View Post

I can only speak for myself. And, in that regard, self-improvement is a continuum for me. Yet, I accept my flawed nature, knowing that my attempts for improvement are fruitful, even though not nearly perfected as my Savior.

SQ

Couldn't say it better myself.

Ocean or land?


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post #41 of 953
6/30/12 at 11:35am
Land.

If you were asked by a powerful military group to lead a revolution within your country for the betterment of humanity would you have the courage to accept?
post #42 of 953
6/30/12 at 12:04pm
I would accept the post of military commander and supreme leader.

Is there a style of music that you can't stand?
post #43 of 953
6/30/12 at 12:24pm
Rap music

If you could have born in a different decade than the one you were born in, which would you pick?
post #44 of 953
6/30/12 at 12:39pm
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80's. (I was born in the 70's).

Do you work to live, or live to work?
post #45 of 953
6/30/12 at 12:49pm
The former.

If you had a time machine, what ancient culture or civilization would you visit and why?
post #46 of 953
6/30/12 at 1:55pm
Various ancient civilizations, but most likely it would be the Renaissance- for the tremendous cultural and social achievements, while the Belle Epoque and the Roaring Twenties simply thanks to matters of classiness&style.

Who is the celebrity/public personality you like the least and why?
post #47 of 953
6/30/12 at 3:26pm
Joan Rivers

What is the WWW World to you?
post #48 of 953
6/30/12 at 6:15pm
I'm confused a little bit by your question, but I'll give it a go. In the good old days, the world wide web was a glorious place where people came together and shared information with each other for the benefit of human knowledge. And it was something for people for whom computers were vitally important. Nowadays, now that the plebs have taken ownership of their portion of it (and this has been the case for sometime) it is harder to find relevant information since you have to search through large portions of nonsense aimed at the casual surfer. That, and every search word put into a search engine pulls up porn somehow and other garbage. I miss the good old days, but whatever.

If you had to relocate to a different american city, which would you choose? list your top 3.
post #49 of 953
6/30/12 at 6:30pm
New York
San Francisco
San Diego

What impact are you wanting to leave on the world?
post #50 of 953
6/30/12 at 7:32pm
First & most importantly, most of all to be a good parent. On another level, I believe that those who know me well - will have memories of me being a champion of animals. Dogs, cats, donkeys, goats, horses, cows ... spaying, neutering your pets, etc. I don't belong to PETA or anything like that, I just quietly try to do what I can close to home, because that's where it works best for me.

What do you think of the word "sucks", eg " that perfume sucks"
I ask because I've always hated that expression. I know so many people find it.... useful.
post #51 of 953
6/30/12 at 8:48pm
I think that the word 'sucks' is just descriptive for me and it doesn't really bother me too much . It's a harsh word though .
I agree there are perhaps more suitable words to use .

What are your views on reality TV ?
post #52 of 953
6/30/12 at 9:22pm
I don't think they're reality at all. They're from a script written out to appear as reality.

What are your upcoming big plans?
post #53 of 953
6/30/12 at 10:01pm
To start soon housing development on ocean front land

How do we evolve into the best versions of ourselves?
post #54 of 953
6/30/12 at 10:30pm
Through constant mindful review of our behavior and our reactions / actions .

SQ
post #55 of 953
6/30/12 at 10:49pm
By continual striving to better tomorrow than we were yesterday.

Music from which instrument can lull you into a soothing and relaxing sleep?
post #56 of 953
7/1/12 at 12:41am
Oboe.

What makes people's fawning turn on a dime to hate?
post #57 of 953
7/1/12 at 1:27am
I honestly have no idea.

Who is your favorite singer?
post #58 of 953
7/1/12 at 2:27am
Engelbert Humperdinck (as of today).

Which of the four temperaments reflects your personality, and why?
post #59 of 953
7/1/12 at 6:34am
Sanguine and melancholic because I tend to teeter between the two extremes quite frequently. For instance it's not unlike me to go to a party/social gathering and willingly introduce myself to new people and mingle with them for a while and end the night on good terms, whereas the next day I could easily fall into an introverted state and just want to read for pleasure or commit myself to reading ahead on schoolwork that hasn't even begun yet, oftentimes digressing for introspection and mulling over meaning-of-life type questions.

In regard to your field of work, did you get the ideal job/career you originally set out for, or did you end up somewhere that you would've never been able to fathom seeing yourself at? And are you content where you're currently employed?
post #60 of 953
7/1/12 at 6:47am
Well, I'm not the next Van Gogh or E.M. Forster like I originally planned, but I am happy with what I do. I have discovered that I have to feel gratified by my work to really be happy with my job.

SQ
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