‘Sup?
Despite writing for a living, I am no writer. I couldn’t write a story to save my life and I really just write the way I speak. It seems to be serving me just fine so I’m not complaining… Anyway, my point is I found this little survey on writing.com and, for lack of anything better to do, thought I’d fill it out. Not as a writing exercise, just as a, “Hi, I’m Cristina!” exercise. I’ve altered a couple of the questions to make more sense, since the original context of the survey was different.
Where do you live? Write a little about your area.
I live in San Jose, California. It’s a city people love to hate. It’s a city in search of an identity, despite the whole Silicon Valley thing. I was born here and, aside from the year-and-a-half I lived in New York City, I’ve lived here my whole life. I have a San Jose tattoo on my foot. I really do love it here. Plus, we have the Sharks and that’s really all anyone needs to know.
Who or what do you most admire, and why?
I admire actors and musicians and artists, because that’s what I’ve always wanted to do. It’s a difficult life, to try and fight against the odds to become successful at something artistic, and I admire that. I obviously admire those who sacrifice and do good deeds and things, but that’s a boring answer and, truly, if I’m honest, I personally have more emotional connection to artists than I do someone like Mother Teresa. Probably because it’s more difficult to fathom someone being so good. Heh.
What is your idea of perfect happiness?
Oh, lord. I have no idea. Does such a thing exist? Even people who seem like they have everything anyone could ever wants aren’t perfectly happy. I suppose there are moments - Quietly cuddling up with someone you care about. That look in their eyes when you really know and trust that they care about you just the same as you do them. Those are sort of the best times in life for me.
What is your favorite comfort food or meal?
Dinner at Henry’s Hi-Life in San Jo’. And potatoes in general. Like, a giant vat of super buttery mashed potatoes. Oh, man.
How would you describe your political beliefs? Do you socialize with people who hold opposing political views?
Of course I socialize with people who hold opposing beliefs. Granted, if someone I knew was a raging sexist or homophobe, I’d be less likely to want to be around the person, but everyone’s entitled to believe whatever the hell they want, whether I agree with it or not. Generally speaking, I’m a lower-case “L” libertarian. I almost always vote Democrat, but I really just want the government to leave us all the hell alone. I know it will sound silly, but think of South Park - nearly every point South Park makes about society, pop culture, and the government, I agree with.
Are you ever responsible for the break-up of your relationships?
I’m sure. Heh. Relationships don’t fail because of one party, even when it probably outwardly appears that way.
Be honest here: What would someone you know, who doesn’t like you, say about you?
They’d probably say I’m a bitch.
How far, approximately in miles, have you traveled from where you live now?
About 6,000 miles. To Paris.
Would you risk your own life to save a non-human life?
No.
Given that your basic needs are cared for, What would you do with the last $20.00 you had for the week; it’s only Wednesday?
Booze? Heh. Probably. Yikes.
What single thing would improve the quality of your life?
*shrug* More money wouldn’t hurt, though it would really only mean I’d spend more and want more. I don’t really think one single thing could make me any happier. Maybe better seats for my Sharks season tickets. :)
Do you have a religion?
No. Not at all.
How would you like to die?
Peacefully in my damn sleep, like everyone else.
