What three words would you use to describe yourself?
I would use charming, intelligent or genius, but that would be a lie. Others would say weird, stubborn and funny.
What was the last book you read?
A map book – my GPS stopped working and I had to go “Old School”.
What do you do on Sundays?
Cycle and drink wine (not at the same time, though it could make for an interesting trip).
What would you say you are best at doing?
I would like to say something interesting like dragon-slaying; spell conjuring or teaching goldfish to mow the lawn, but I am going to be boring and say writing.
What could you do as a child that you can’t do now?
Sleep late; wear my superman outfit and have people think I am cute; boss people around; live rent free…..the list is endless!
Were you named after anyone?
Strangely, I have never asked my folks that question.
Do you like your handwriting?
No - my handwriting resembles hieroglyphics. Centuries from now archaeologists are going to uncover my old school books and think they are journals written by an ancient tribe with an undiscovered language.
If you were another person, would you be friends with you?
Probably – I’m quite an amiable person (unless you cut me off in traffic in which case I could hurl abuse at you in several dialects).
Do you untie your shoes when you take them off?
No – who has that kind of time? I also like the challenge of trying to force my feet into my shoes the next day.
What do you like most about yourself?
I am a pretty optimistic person. I choose to be happy rather than be miserable.
What is the first thing you notice about people?
Whether or not they have a sense of humour.
Do you like roller coasters?
Not particularly – I was not meant to be flailed around and turned up-side down while suspended high above the ground on a ‘death-train’ operated by an over-worked, under-paid amusement park worker. There is nothing amusing about feeling nauseous now is there?
What’s on your mouse pad?
Dust.
Favourite sounds?
Laughter, rain and the sound an ATM makes just before it spits out cash.
Rolling Stones or Beatles?
Tough call, I am a big fan of both. I listen to the Beatles when I am in the mood for good old sing-along songs, and pop the Stones into my CD player when I am in the mood for something a bit edgier. I am also going to presume we are only comparing 60’s era Stones music to the Beatles.
Do you have a special talent?
Yes – no matter how much tequila I consume I never have memory lapses after a night out on the town. I remember each and every bad dance move, every failed attempt to chat up girls, and remember each time I tripped, fell and made an idiot of myself. Ironically, when my system is tequila-free my memory is quite poor! Right now, however, I can’t even remember what the question was. Maybe I should crack open a beer...
One thing most people don’t know about you?
That I DJ and instruct spinning classes in my spare time (not that I have much spare time these days).
How do you like your eggs?
Poached - soft.
Everybody has a band or artist that they are reluctant to admit to liking. What or who is yours?
I am a pretty big fan of 80’s pop, so Erasure, Culture Club, Duran Duran and the Human League are on my list of shame.
What did you last splash your cash on?
Groceries
What meal do you typically choose when visiting a restaurant?
I am a simple person when it comes to food. I don’t need a meal with tons of fancy ingredients and intricate preparations. I need a steak. A big one.
What is your favourite book?
I have a few. Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas is one of them. I am also a fan of the classics by authors such as Jules Verne, Jack London or HG Wells. As a kid I loved The Famous Five, but never got into the Hardy Boys.
Biggest phobia?
I'm with Indiana Jones on this one - snakes.
Most embarrassing moment?
It’s a toss up between two experiences.
1. While doing a radio show at varsity I once used the ‘F’ word by accident. Luckily the show was only broadcast on campus.
2. My second stand-up comedy performance was also a shocker. I invited my friends, then all but got booed off-stage. I still cringe when I think about it.
Favourite item of clothing?
It would just sound weird if I said my lycra cycling shorts, so I will go with my sunglasses. They are rather large and not too dissimilar to the ones worn by Johnny Knoxville in Jackass.
Do you make your bed when you get up?
If by ‘make my bed’ you mean leave the blankets where they are, then yes, I make my bed.
How many cups of coffee do you drink a day?
It varies, but about four cups a day. I am trying to switch to decaf though.
What one thing do you never leave the house without?
I am a practical person, so my cellphone and medical aid card.
Worst edible item ever created?
Avocado.
How many times a day do you look in the mirror?
Not more than I need to. It’s tough shaving without one though, trust me!
Favourite chocolate bar?
Tempo. Hands down.
