Random Questions

I'm about to finish the first season finale of The Tudors on Netflix (in love with this show!) then listen to some Friday night Coast to Coast AM. But before I get into that, I thought I'd kill some time with some introspection... a questionnaire, of course. One of the things I miss most about journalism is asking questions. So, I resort to answering my own. Here are some random ones I found via a quick search on tumblr:


Do you take the shampoos and conditioner bottles from hotels?
Yes, you would think I was a product of the Great Depression. I rarely even use them. I'll end up giving them to my Mom or sending them to the nursing home.

Where is your next vacation?
Going on a quick trip to Columbia, MD for Free Fest then Nashville a few days later for our annual Steelers away trip! I also might be going to Boston the week after Halloween- hope I can see Salem & all the witch trial attractions!

What is your “Song of the Week”?
Since Summer is over, "Senseless" by Portugal. The Man. I'm getting so excited to see them at Free Fest! It's been too long!

What's your favorite love movie?
Before Sunrise, Titanic or The Notebook. I love all three. Of course, there are many others. I'm such a girl.

What do you drink with dinner?
Depends on what, when and where I'm eating. Usually water, lemonade, Sprite/Ginger Ale, Diet Coke, beer or wine.

What movies could you watch over and over and still love?
Clueless, Father of the Bride, Steel Magnolias, Old School, Sixteen Candles, Teen Witch... there's a lot.

Favorite kind of sandwich?
Grilled Pepper Jack Cheese Sandwich... mmm! Also tastes great with a dash of cheddar or American cheese in the mix.

When you were a kid, what did you dress up as for Halloween?
Halloween 1989. My Dad made these pair of dice costumes for my sister and me. One of my earliest memories. I'm surprised this getup didn't give me permanent claustrophobia. I remember being terrified I was going to suffocate!

Do you have any magazine subscriptions?
Elle, Vogue, Harper's Bazaar, Whirl (Pittsburgh), Health and Details (I somehow get it sent to me for free). I used to be obsessed with my magazines but the internet makes everything seem so dated.

Dance in the shower?
If I'm in a really cheerful mood, excited about where I'm going and a good song comes on. 

Ever used a gun?
No. I hate guns.

Do you think musicals are cheesy?
Yes. With the exception of The Wizard of Oz.

Own any record albums?
Yes. Long before I used cassette tapes, CDs or MP3s, I equated music with my parents' old records. Most of my stuff is oldies (thrift stores in Pittsburgh are gold mines) with a few  contemporary favorites but I'm starting to build up a decent collection.

Ever won a spelling bee?
All the time, back in grade school. I definitely excelled at spelling.

Are you patient?
Yes. I'd say so.

Ever had plastic surgery?
No. Trying to go the "age gracefully" route.

Who was your High School crush?
Other than my boyfriends? If you're talking about 'celebrities'... hmm... I think I had a thing for Rob Thomas from Matchbox Twenty (my first concert). One of my exes actually reminded me a bit of him.

Spring or Fall?
FALL!!!!! I love everything about this time of year. It's idyllic for me. 

Summer or Winter?
Winter! I hate the heat and humidity of the summer. I love the fresh air, watching the snow fall, clothes, Christmas, my birthday, Super Bowl... there's so much more magic!

Have a favorite lyric? 
Not necessarily but here's some that I really like from TVOTR's "Wolf Like Me"...

Dream me, oh dreamer
Down to the floor
Open my hands and let them
Weave onto yours

Feel me, completer
Down to my core
Open my heart and let it
Bleed onto yours

Feeding on fever
Down on all fours
Show you what all the
Howl is for













Now Playing: "Try a Little Tenderness" by Otis Redding

5 Questions

• 1: What eye color do you find sexiest? 
  Typically, light-medium blue but I think most eye colors are beautiful if there's something special behind them.

• 2: White, milk, or dark chocolate mocha? 
  I don't like mocha but in general, I prefer dark chocolate.

• 3: If you could get a Sharpie tattoo on your back, what would it be? 
  If I had to is probably the better phrasing. Back tattoos are interesting enough but I wouldn't get to enjoy it because my eyes are in the front of my body. I feel like they're for other people. I would probably get words that mean something to me from lyrics, poetry, a book, movie, calendar date or someone's name.

• 4: Did you grow up in a small or big town? Did you like it? 
  Pittsburgh is a decent sized city (~310,000)- much smaller than the surrounding metropolitan area (about 2.3 million people total). I love it because it has the amenities and culture of a city but because of its typography and people, it feels like a small town. There's so many diverse neighborhoods and everyone knows everyone. Pittsburgh is a very close-knit place. We all love our home.

• 5: Your favorite adult as a child? (and not your parents, if they were your favorite) 
  Hmmm (thinking...). I always loved spending time with my older cousin. She's 12 years my senior so she babysat me from a young age. She's one of my best friends to this day.

Now Playing: "French Exit" by The Antlers

Random Questions

I was reading YouTube beauty guru Euchante's blog and came across this little survey. I've been a little under the weather this week, so I now find myself wide awake at 4 am- but that isn't unusual for me. Here goes!

Have you ever stolen a street sign before-
I don't think so but my Dad mysteriously has a few from our street that "fell".

Do you chew on your pens/pencils-
It's a bad habit but I do chew pens. I have a pet peeve about pens writing properly. So, to combat this problem, I try to buy ones that aren't "chewable".

What is the point of life?-
To love one another- to be a supportive friend and a good family member. To enjoy it! Many people forget to actually live. To make a difference and leave the world a little bit better than how you found it.

Do you get in trouble for things you didn't do?-
I'm sure I have but not regularly.

What do you dip a chicken nugget in?-'
Ranch dressing

Usual bedtime?-
Late. Very late. I'm nocturnal. A full-on night owl.

Legos or Lincoln Logs?-
If I had to choose, Legos. I'm not positive I know what Lincoln Logs are. When I was little, I was usually playing with Barbies, Little People or Polly Pocket. Legos were for the boys.

Ever used a gun?-
No and I have no desire to even be in the presence of one.

Cheetos or Fritos?-
Tough call. As much as I love the taste of artificial cheese flavoring, I'm gonna go with Fritos on this one.

What do you wear to bed?-
Sweats and a t-shirt, pajama bottoms and a tee, or a little pj set.

Would you hit your friend if you found out that he/she were going with your bf/gf?-
I'm not physically violent. I'd be more verbally abusive. Depending on the situation, I'd likely just move on from both relationships.

When you look in a mirror just after waking up, what thoughts runs through your head?-
Am I having a good face day- Is my skin clear, moisturized?

What's the stupidest thing you've done?-
Hmmm. My actions are usually pretty well thought out and I don't have many regrets if any at all. Nothing sticks out.

Would you talk to a stranger on the internet?-
Ofcourse. I do all the time.

What is the best lollipop flavour?-
Cherry/Strawberry types.

If you were walking down a street and somebody sprayed you with water, what would you do?-
Depending on how much water we are talking either yell or laugh it off. In college, people would throw water balloons from balconies and I just flicked them off and tried to avoid being hit.

Who’s car were you last in that wasn’t family?-
My friend Valerie's. We went shopping for my friend's bachelorette party then out for drinks. It was funny.

Are they a good driver in your opinion?-
She drove us all the way to Bonnaroo and back. She's great.

What is your favorite zoo animal?-
I love most animals but I really like the giraffes and elephants- especially the babies.

What food do you eat too much of?-
Pizza. I love it!

What kind of hairstyle do you have?-
Somewhat long, layered, thick, natural, usually parted at the side.

Whats your least favorite food?-
I'm pretty much a natural vegetarian, so the thought of eating something like meatloaf disgusts me. The smell of tuna also makes me want to gag.

What do you do on a Sunday night?-
Watch football during the season, catch up on my favorite TV shows, watch a movie or surf the web.

If you could only use one condiment on your food for the rest of your life, what would it be?-
Heinz Ketchup, ofcourse.

What color are your sheets?-
Beige/Sandy. I desperately need new sheets and a bedspread.

How big is your computer display?-
My laptop is 17.3" and I think my desktop is 20". I'm blind so the bigger the better. I sometimes have my page view setting at 150%.

Ever cried out of happiness?-
I cry at the drop of the hat- good or bad. Yes!

Go to your pictures, what is #33 of?-
My computer is still new, so most of my pictures are basically blog photos. It's a collage of emerald/green gowns worn at this year's Golden Globes.

When you need someone to talk to, who do you go to?-
Uusually my older sister.

What pair of shoes do you wear most often?-
My UGGs. My feet are so distorted that these are one of the few that don't give me many problems. They are so cozy and I think they are cute. I've worn them since before they were on every suburban teen in America and I'll continue to wear them forever. I don't care how cliche or faux paux some people say they may be.

What is your current favorite game?-
I love Scrabble but I never get to play. A good game of flip cup is always fun.

What is your favorite Thanksgiving food?-
Wine.

What is your favorite pizza topping?-
Extra cheese, parmesan on top. I also like banana peppers or a little pepperoni if the place has the kind I like (I'm pseudo, natural vegetarian, lol).

Louis Vuitton or Dooney?-
I loved Dooney in high school but it's not my style anymore. I'd love to say Louis Vuitton but I can't afford much from there. What I can is so cliche. Either it looks unoriginal or fake. LV but pretty much neither?

Do you believe in the saying, "Once a cheater, always a cheater?"-
Not necessarily. I'm very forgiving/understanding. Some people just aren't capable of being monogamous. I can tell the difference between someone who has made a lapse in judgment or a mistake and when they are just not a good person.

What's in your wallet?-
Unfortunately, not a lot of cash. My ID that is expired. I need to get that renewed ASAP! (I have an extension card). A little bit of a change, maybe a receipt and that's about it. I don't use credit cards.

Losing all your old memories, or never being able to make new ones?-
Very interesting question! I'm only 25. I like to think that many of my best memories are still to come! I'll take losing the ones I have already made. I'm fortunate enough to still have friends from my childhood and a sister that could fill me in! :)

Why do bad things happen to good people?-
God works in mysterious ways. Everything that happens to us, can be used to teach us strength and resilience. Life experience isn't always easy.

Three things you would want if you were stranded on an island?-
This question is getting really old. I'd say sunblock because I can't stay in the sun without it, a working computer w/ a battery that wouldn't die for entertainment and rescue purposes and tons of bottled water/drinks inside a cooler.

Who would you want to bring with you?-
Just for all the feminists out there- a hot man that is strong and smart. He can do everything that I can't (build a hut, find food, entertain me). Someone like Gerard Butler might be fun.

What time do you plan on waking up tomorrow?
I'll probably just stay up and take a nap in the afternoon.

What is your favorite day of the year?-
Christmas time in general is my favoirte but the best day of the year is usually a surprise

Your mom goes to college!-
lol! Sure she does. My parents weren't the college types. Things were much different back then.

Vanilla Ice or MC Hammer?-
Ice, Ice, baby

Done anything illegal lately?-
Not that I'm aware of.

Should Obi-Wan have chopped off Annikan's Head?-
I'm guessing this is some kind of Star Wars reference. That leaves me out of the discussion. I'm into astronomy and I do have nerd tendencies. Maybe I should give those films a shot?

Would you eat a cow eye for a price?-
I don't eat any parts of cows. Poor things. But if the price was very high, I would.

If you could be a mythical creature, what would you be?-
A fairy- particularly one from Hughes' painting "Midsummer Eve".

If you could be on any TV show, what would it be?-
The Office or if Summer Heights High came back and did an American version, I'd love to be a part of that. Something comedic or even a drama that takes place during the renaissance- something like the movie Ever After or The Tudors.


Now Playing: "Little Red Riding Hood" by Sam the Sham and the Pharaohs

Beauty Tag: Random Questions

1. How did you get your youtube user name?
My parents. It's just my first & middle name :)

2. If you could change your name to anything, what would it be and why?
My middle name, Selene. It's more unique and fits my personality a little better. It was going to be my first name but my Dad said it was the name of a bridge in Pittsburgh. I like to use it for my internet usernames as much as I can.

3. If you could go back in time and give your younger self advice, what would it be and why?
Hmmm. I've always been pretty sure of myself. I don't think I've changed very much since I was little. But I guess I would reinforce the importance of being yourself and not caring what others think. I wish I could get that answer today (from my future self). I'm sure I have a lot of life lessons left to learn.

4. How old were you when you first learned to blow a bubblegum bubble?
I have no clue. Probably around 5? This question is kind of lame.

5. What did you want to be when you were little?
I was always playing school and wanted to be a 1st grade teacher. As I got older, I really gravitated towards writing and the news. I wanted to be a news reporter (which is what I went to college for) or work for a fashion magazine/own a bouqtique.

6. What do you order at starbucks?
Nothing! I don't drink coffee. I don't go there.

7. What's the hardest you ever laughed?
I laugh quite easily but one instance comes to mind. I believe I was in college at the time and home for break. I was at a restaurant/diner (Eat 'N Park) with my cousin, my sister, her friend and a few others. We were there really late after leaving the bar. It was like a scene from a comedy. My cousin was drunk and proceeded to go up to the cop on duty and ask if he could take our picture- she asked him not to give her DUI because she had driven there. I only remember a few details and nothing specific but the whole situation was hilarious. A "random" person from my sister's past showed up and my drunk cousin made it unintentionally awkward for her. I don't even remember what all went down.

Another instance was in elementary school my best friend, Carley and I would sit next to each other on the bus each day. We hosted a fake talk show "The Krista & Carley Show". The premise of the show was to make fun of clunky cars that we passed and make up stories of the people who drove them. We would laugh so hard to the point of tears. We were so young yet so vain. lol.

8. If you could play any musical instrument, which would it be and why?
I'd love to play the piano because I enjoy classical music but the acoustic guitar is far more portable. It would be fun to whip one out in front of a camp fire and surprise people (that's what she said).

9. What's your favorite thing to do when you're upset?
Eat junk food, listen to good music, watch a funny movie, call a close friend.

10. What's your favorite movie?
I have a few favorites from various genres. I'd so Clueless is up there. I really think it impacted my social development- probably not for the best but it did. It's one of the reasons I'm such a girlie girl.

11. What's one food you can not live without?
French fries. They are so bad yet so good. I try to only eat them once a week now that I'm trying to drop some weight.

12. What's your favorite dessert?
French vanilla ice cream with a little bit of chocolate syrup. But I'm not a dessert person. If I go out to dinner, I'm always too full to think of eating another bite.

13. Favorite pizza topping?
Extra, extra cheese. I really like jalapenos and ranch dressing as well (on the side).

14. Would you rather have the superpower to read minds, or the superpower to be invisible?
Invisibilty! I'm a creeper like that. I'm far too sensitive to want to know what other people are thinking. Our thoughts are private for a reason.

15. What did you do for your last birthday?
My 24th birthday- I sat near the ice at the Penguins-Sabres game. My favorite player, Sidney Crosby scored a hat trick and we won! Then I went to my favorite bar. My 25th is a week away- 2/1! :)

16. If you had one personal "selfish" wish, what would it be and why?
Hmmm. Wealth- enough to live comfortably and not have to worry about work, bills, etc. When that burden is off your shoulders, you have so much more freedom to experience all of what life has to offer!


Now Playing: "Friends" by Band of Skulls