TJBM questions have been wildly successful, let's try answering one question by the jelly above you.

No…but I do keep a box fan running to cut down on extraneous noise…
How much do you sleep on average a night?

It depends on my thyroid medication. Between 7–9 hours.
Do you speak English as a second Language?

May I propose, as an additional provision, that each responder let at least 5 or 6 posts go by before posting again?—so it doesn’t just become a dialogue?

Yes. My first language was Russian and it was very hard for me to learn English.

Do you have a subscription to any magazines?

Yes. Wired and Newsweek.
Have you any pets?

Yes, I have a dog and two pot-bellied pigs. My parents have a dog and three cats.

What is something you truly want to accomplish before this year is over?

I want to create a website. I started to, but the web designer did not work out, and I have to find someone else.

What is your hobby?

Singing and screwing around with weapons.

What is your favorite sandwich?

It is really boring. Cheese, ham and tomato on soy and linseed bread.

If someone were to plant a tree in your honour, what sort of tree should they plant?

A red maple, somewhere in New England.

Do you prefer to surround yourself with wood and fabric or chrome and glass?

I actually like a mixture of both, although instead of chrome, I prefer a brushed or low luster finish on the metal.

If you could go anywhere in the world, what would your choice be for your next holiday/vacation.

Well, my next vacation is to see Lucille in the summer and I’m pretty excited about that. :D

What did you name your favorite stuffed animal as a child?

I didn’t have stuffed animals as a child.

What is your favorite kind of drink?

Right now, whisky, lemon and honey because I have a horrible cold and a sore throat. Otherwise, it varies. apart from water which I drink all the time, I like a glass of wine and sometimes, very rarely, I like a Long Island Iced Tea.

Who (a person you actually know) has been the most inspirational person in your life so far?

My adoptive mother has been the most inspirational person EVER. She helped me every step of the way when I first came to America and she has always worked hard to keep me on track.

What is your fondest childhood memory?

Sugaring off.

Could you be a contestant on Survivor?

Never make in.

Where would you go to find quiet and solitude?

My room…
What does “TJBM” mean?

TJBM means The Jelly Below Me.

I really miss some of the oldtimers – I hope Zebra, the Hipster and Dworkin would come back, don’t you?

Sure, the more, the merrier, even though I don’t actually know these people.
How long have you been on Fluther?

A year and three months.
What’s your fondest Easter memory or memories?

Sitting around the breakfast table, eating hard boiled, dyed Easter eggs with my family, also going to a sunrise service at a local park…
What are you doing this Easter?

You all realize that this is TJBM, right?

We are having my in-laws over for linner. 2PM, ham, mac & cheese, salad, green beans, jello thingie, angel food cake with various available toppings for anyone who wants to join us.

What color are your socks?

White (boring, huh?)
Do you think that there’s anything to the theory that when a guy likes a girl they will fidget with their socks (just read this somewhere yesterday)?

I’ve never heard of this theory, it seems a random thing for a guy to fiddle with in the presence of an attractive girl.

What is your favourite breed of dog?

I like Yorkies!
Have you ever had a cat?

Yes, I grew up with three cats, but have never owned a pet as an adult.

What do you do to live a “greener” life?

I recycle.

I could just kill jellies that hijack threads – couldn’t you?

Hey I only hijack in social. I don’t hijack in general, so no I wouldn’t kill them under those rules.
Have you ever been arrested?

Never.

Does your SO fluther also?

Don’t have one, just a potential candidate…so no.
Does your’s Fluther?

I don’t have an SO. :/

Are you single?

Yes…but I know someone who I’d like to have change that…
Are you single?

Yes. Could you two get a room – there’s a lovely chat button at the top of your screen.

Do you know any martial arts?

Not personally.

What’s your favorite dessert?

Cheesecake, strawberry shortcake or peach upsidedown cake.
Do you have trouble making decisions?

Yes. It is rare I know for sure what I want, and when I do, please just let me have it.

Where did you go on your last vacation?

To the mountains…
Do you prefer the beach or the mountains?

The penguin is pretty good if you like dirty jokes.

Do you like to go out dancing?

sex ed XD

What is your favorite color?

White, but Grey is nice, too. you stole my question
Do you think I am dong this right? I still don’t understand…

Yes, you are doing it right.

What TV show are you watching right now?

Weeds, with the hubby while the kiddo is out of town for the week.

What are you most looking forward to this weekend?

Relaxing, getting my apartment somewhat organized, reading…seeing him next week again…
Will you go to church this weekend?

No.
Does your family have any unusual Easter traditions?

When I was a child what was unusual was we actually dyed easter eggs and received easter chocolate bunnies. We were not allowed to have a tree in the house for Christmas, although we did sometimes go to a friends house for Christmas. It seems inconsistant. Doesn’t it? I’m Jewish by the way.

What is your favorite Italian dish?

…a certain guy, lol!... No, I like linguine in any sort of lighter sauce, preferably with seafood…
What is your favorite type of Chinese food?

Oh yeah… mostly my AP chemistry teacher in high school and my English literature professor in college.

What was the most memorable class you’ve ever taken?

my Physics class last year…sigh…
Are you still taking classes?

Green tree frogs. They are so cute.

Do you garden and if so, what is your favourite plant to grow?

I am not. I hope my future partner is, though.
What are some of your expectations of a partner?

Kind, treats me right, sense of humor would be good…
What’s more important to you, looks or personality?

Personality.

Is it raining where you are right now?

No, but the weather is turning cooler…
What’s your favorite season?

Spring when it’s warm, Fall when it’s warm. Warm is key.
How important is colour to you?

Immensely important. More so than I realised up until recently when I had to plan some things for work and found myself using heaps of colour and shapes to demonstrate how this thing works. I tend to buy a lot of red too and hot colours. I love colour.

Are you an artist and if so what medium to you love to work in most?

No. But many on my mom’s side of the family are. Kind of ironic my father is color blind.

What is you favorite ice cream flavor?

Sherbet (Is this really ice cream?)
What’s your favorite kind of cake?

It’s called a “Turtle Cake” from Kroger. Best damn chocolate cake ever.
Are you ashamed to admit that you like smut romance novels? :P

:-) No, because I don’t. I did once harbour this desire to write romance novels (purely for the money though). I went to the library and borrowed a big pile of Mills & Boon books and almost wished I had a brown paper bag. (I think @seazen_ was going to answer this. Romance novelist?)

If you could write a novel, what genre would you choose?

So many… pancakes, eggs, bacon, cornflakes, fruit salad, cheeses….
Time for coffee – want some?

fall and winter-no coffee for me…
do you put salt on your food?

No.
Have you made several responses to questions on this thread, without leaving a gap of more than two or three posts?

No.

Where do you keep all your important paper? (Safe at home or bank vault or safety deposit box…..)

In my bra. ;)

What time is it where you are? It’s 7:46 AM, here.

3 pm

What’s the sexiest item up for bids?

I don’t know, but I want to go to that auction with you.
Where do you find the sexiest item auctions?

Sotheby’s antique lingerie – one night only.

Are you going to hell?

Violating the rules, but I don’t believe in heaven and hell, but if I have to go to hell, it’ll have one helluva of a rockin roll band.
How many rock concerts have you attended?

Yes… 3 half siblings and 2 adopted. I just found out about one of the biological sibs a couple of years ago.

Do you prefer salty or sweet??

Both I just discovered one of those new snacks – you know – like a power bar – it’s both sweet and salty. I love it.

Aer you in the mile high club?

Not.
What do you grow in your garden?

Tomatoes. Love a home grown tomato.
What meal says summer to you?

Watermelon.

Do you like water sports?

No, I don’t swim very well.
Have you tried growing watermelon in your garden? (my mother has)

Nope.

Do you have an unusual pet?

I had a female Northern Bobwhite quail that stayed on my porch all winter. She slept in a planter at night. I was filling the feeder one time and looked down and she was standing between my feet eating the bird seed that spilled. My dogs adopted me, so I guess she did the same.
Does that qualify as an unusual pet or do you have a better one?

I wouldn’t consider that a pet, per se – but I don’t have a better one.

Do you like poetry and can you recite some by heart?

Not really, but some I like.
One example is my favorite poem, given the title “Morning has broken”. It was written by Eleanor Farjeon and I can recite it, just not sure how the stanzas go:

“Morning has broken
Like the first morning.
Blackbird has spoken
Like the first bird.
Praise for the singing,
Praise for the morning.
Praise for the springing,
fresh from the word.”

There are more verses but that’s the most popular.

Did you like that poem?

Yes, we sing it in church sometimes.
Do you go to church regularly?

No. Probably less than 20 times in a church or temple in my life including weddings.

Do you vote in every election?

No, I’m an irresponsible citizen
Do you want Obama to be president for another term?

I still want Hillary to be president. Probably I will wind up voting for Obama, for lack of another reasonable choice. Jury is still out though, need to see what happens.

Do you have a passport?

No, never got to travel…
Have you taken a cruise?

No, but I really want to when I finish grad school.

What is your favorite movie?

Baltimore Oriole, of course
Favorite baseball team?

SF Giants. Local love… and some Tim Lincecum love too (if he’d let me).

What’s your biggest fear?

That someone will hurt one of my kids and I’ll have to go to prison.

What is your favorite snack food?

Not very organized, but I can be if I have to.

Coke or Pepsi?

Coke, always.

What is your favorite movie based off of a book?

The Lord of the Rings Trilogy.

How close do you live to the town in which you were born?

Coke.

What car do you drive?

I don’t drive yet, legally at least but my parents drive blue and black cars, whie my brother drives a white one. What model is your car(s)?

A 10 year old Toyota Camry. I may weep when I have to give up this car, I love it so!

How was your day?

Great! Went shopping in the city. Had a free overpriced scone at Panera with my MyPanera Card. I suggest getting one, all it does is give you freebees! I also bought new shoes I have an obsession with shoes haha. I tried looking for a new fountain pen, but no luck. Oh well.
I’ll ask this again since I answered two things in a row and wanted to answer this question and because I can’t think of anything else…
How was your day?

Quite good. I worked from 9am-5pm and it was the last day before our Easter break which, thanks to the Royal wedding and the time of year that Easter falls, is longer than usual. My boyfriend was here when I got home from work so I spent an hour with him before going to my evening job, Ann Summers party organiser where I made £60 commission for 2 hours, fun work.

What is your favourite TV programme?

Is programme alternate spelling for program or something? I’ve been seeing it a lot recently…

@dxs It’s how we spell it in the UK.

Dcotor who

what’s your favorite book?

@Leanne1986 I kinda figured it’d be along those lines, escpecially British

If I have to choose but one – which is hard – I’d go with a certain dictionary I’ve had for ages.

What’s your favourite film this year?

I can only choose one? Can I go for 2010, not seen anything that has left me awestruck this year. I had to look through my IMDB profile but I think The King’s Speech is probably the standout. Followed by Animal Kingdom and a British film Another Year.

Do you still own a toy from your childhood and if so, what is it and why is it special?

I’VE RUN OUT OF QUESTIONS AND THIS THREAD IS TOO LONG AND TAKES FOREVER TO LOAD.

WOULD SOMEONE JUST ASK IT AS A PART TWO OR SOMETHING – I DON’T CARE ABOUT THE LURVE – YOU GET IT. THANKS.

@seazen_ Don’t count your chickens before they hatch :T
@Mz_Lizzy YES I have a stuffed animal beaver that my grandmother gave me. He’s always been my favorite (and one of my first) stuffed animals. He’s still in my room on my library. It is even more special now because my grandmother is dead now and she gave it to me almost ten years ago.
For the sake of seazen, I’ll dead end this thread by not asking another question. Do you think that’s a good idea? ;)

For the sake of me, you could just copy/paste this question, write part two.

[mod says] Sorry to spoil the fun, but part II has to be asked next week.

NP babes.

@augustlan When can this question be posted again (what day next week)? I enjoy questions like these so if no one else does, I am happy to continue part 2.

@Leanne1986 Doesn’t have to be a specific day, just so long as they’re about a week apart.

@augustlan Thank you

I’ve just started part 2 here.