I’ll Go On Loving You in General

Weird headspace. I was testing my ForeFlight/iPad combination today.

Foreflight is a pretty cool program. Combined with a GPS enabled device it can tell you how to get to where you are going. Ridiculously accurately.

I made a flight plan that took me from the airfield I work out of, to the big green water tower in ‘Salem’s Lot to White’s beach (where I once was a lifeguard) and back to home. And yes I put Audrey’s’ house in there, But I didn’t go there.

It was incredible. Technology is going to make human beings obsolete.

Weather is still not cooperating. Gonna try to get 2 hours on Thursday. Maybe another 1.5 on Friday.

I’ve lost my writing voice. So as an experiment I will do a survey.

Survey (Stolen from Sorica)

What is your secret guaranteed weeping movie?

The Grave of the fireflies.

If you could have plastic surgery, what would you have done?

If I was a chick it would probably be a boob lift. I mean I am 55. But since I am not a chick. Dunno.

Do you have a completely irrational fear?

Papercuts. And blood draws. Neither hurt for more than a millionth of a second but both kinda freak me out.

What is the little physical habit that gives away your insecure moments?

Looking away.

Are you a pyromaniac?

Nope. I like fire as much as any guy, but I’m not burning down anyone’s barn anytime soon.

Do you have too many love interests?

Love is too broad a subject. I have many crushes if that helps.

Do you know anyone famous?

My Uncle was once a famous DJ in Chicago.

Who would play you in a movie?

At 22, Slider from Top Gun. Now, Slider after too many sliders.

Do you know how to play poker?

Video only. Once won $500 in Mississippi.

What do you carry with you at all times?

Just me.

What do you miss most about being a kid?

The idea of endless possibilities.

Are you happy with your given name?

I wasn’t crazy about it as a kid, but i’ve grown into it. Plus I wanted to be called “Mike” and unfortunately I had four cousins already named “Mike.” I have a fairly unique name, So it works for me now.

How much money would it take to get you to give up the Internet for good?

Ten Grand.

What color is your bedroom?

Walls are white, bed treatments are mostly scarlet, drapes are forest green. The lights are never on in there any way.

What was the last song you were listening to?

“I’ll Go on Loving You” Alan Jackson.

Have you ever been in love?

Shit. I don’t even know what that word means anymore. I must have been in love with X1 and X2. I’m pretty sure I was in love with Audrey. But honestly, I don’t know. Your heart takes so many hits that it finally stops caring.

Do you talk a lot?

I am the original chatty Cathy. I was very shy when I was a kid. Something about a military career makes you able to talk to anyone. Sometimes i think I should shut up. The Phlebotomist at my doctors office is a total doll. Combination of me not liking needles and her being cute probably tripled my word count for the month.

Do you like yourself and believe in yourself?

For the most part I like myself. Within reason there is almost nothing I can’t do. I mean I’m not going to be going to BUDS in this lifetime, or get a job as a linebacker – 30 years ago that might have been a possibility.

Do you consider yourself a nice person?

I try to be. I am certainly a polite person, to a fault. But I have a slow burning temper.

What is your ideal marriage location?

Not that it is ever going to happen again, but either the beach or in the Quaker Church my parents were married in.

Which musical instrument do you wish you could play?

Piano.

Favorite fabric?

Why is that a question? Cotton, I suppose.

Something you love and hate?

Winter.

What kind of bedding do you use?

High thread count Egyptian cotton sheets and a heavy comforter.

What smell do you find sexy?

Caesar’s Woman. It smelled best on X1. Gawd did she smell good.

What’s the one language you want to learn?

French. But since I started with Spanish in High School maybe I should direct my attention that way.

How do you eat an apple?

One bite at a time.

What do you order at a bar?

Chicken wings.

Have you ever pierced your body parts?

Nope. That’s just stupid. But I do find pierced nipples on very attractive women somewhat compelling.

Do you have tattoos?

Nope, That is just completely stupid. With few exceptions I think ink is ugly, like shitting ona work of art.

Do you drive a stick?

Intuitively.

What’s one trait you hate in a person?

Snootiness.

What kind of watch do you wear?

Garmin Fitness Watch. Creepy little bastard is constantly watching me.

Do you consider yourself materialistic?

Fuck no. I’m a Spartan.

What do you cook the best?

Grilled steak. But my Carne Asada is killer, and I make mean chicken enchiladas. I mean marriage proposal level chicken enchiladas.

Favorite writing instrument?

0.5MM mechanical pencil.

Do you prefer to stand out or blend in?

I would prefer to not even be noticed until I am ready to say something.

Would you ever go out dressed like the opposite sex?

What the fuck kind of question is that?

What’s one car you will never buy?

Pruis.

What kind of books do you like to read?

Horror, military fiction and historical fiction.

If you won the lottery, what would you do?

Buy a house with a fireplace. And an airplane.

Burial or cremation?

The VA is going to roast my bones and dump me off a ship out of Norfolk Done deal.

How many online journals do you read regularly?

Not as many as I used to.

What’s one thing you’re a loser at?

Going to the gym.

If you don’t like a person, how do you show it?

Don’t talk to them.

Do you cry in front of your friends?

Once, and that will never happen again.

What kind of first impression do you think you give to people?

Shrek.

What’s one thing you like to do alone?

Watch TV and eat ice cream.

Are you a giver or a taker?

Ask someone else.

When’s the last time you cried?

Years ago.

Favorite communication method?

Face to face or telephone.

Do you think you’re cute?

Dunno. Been married twice. Someone must have thought I was cute.

Do you have problems changing clothes in front of friends?

Honk honk! Naval Aviator here. Ever seen sixteen guys getting out of drysuits?

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Last updated June 05, 2018