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7. Do you eat regular meals three times a day? Or do you frequently snack?

I mostly eat regular meals, sometimes augmented by a handful of nuts.

3. Are there any athletic sports (javelin, discus, hurdles, high jump, etc) that you have tried in the past (or still take part in today)?

No. I am short (5'3.5") and have short legs and a more muscular build, so not much of a track and field athlete. I do swim and like that. I am good at it, but not super fast.

SEPTEMBER:

1. The first US bank robbery took place on this day in 1798. The Bank of Pennsylvania at Carpenters' Hall in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, was robbed of $162,821. Have you ever had anything stolen?

Not much. We have had two cars broken in to over the years. We do not keep things in our cars, so nothing was stolen, but had to pay to have a smashed window repaired on one and replace a convertible top that was cut on another.

2. When you were a teenager, what new technology were you most impressed with? Looking back, has that item been updated or become obsolete?

3. Are there any athletic sports (javelin, discus, hurdles, high jump, etc) that you have tried in the past (or still take part in today)?

4. A spice is a dried seed, fruit, root, bark, or vegetative substance used primarily to flavour, colour, or preserve food. Distinct from herbs (which are the leaves or stems of plants), spices are celebrated for their pungent, aromatic, and sometimes fiery qualities. Do you have a favourite?

5. It’s International Bacon Day! What’s your favourite bacon dish (pork, turkey or veggie)?

6. Can you think of one (or two!) things that were common in homes when you were growing up, that aren’t around now?

7. Do you eat regular meals three times a day? Or do you frequently snack?

8. If your 10-year-old self were transported to your home today, what item would surprise you the most, do you think?

9. It’s International Sudoku Day! Do you like completing Sudoku puzzles?

10. Did you have a teddy bear when you were small?

11. Have you ever slept in a bunk bed?

12. Today, in 1792, the court-martial began for instigators of the mutiny on HMS Bounty. There have been several film versions of the story – have you seen any?

13. "Scooby-Doo Where Are You" by Hanna-Barbera debuts in 1969 on CBS in the US. Did you have a favourite character from the show?

14. What is your favourite filling for a doughnut, or do you prefer them plain?

15. It’s International Day of the Dot! The children’s book The Dot (by Peter H Reynolds) tells the tale of Vashti, a pupil who thinks she can’t draw until a teacher challenges her to start with a single dot on a page. Have you ever been encouraged to try something new by someone and found you were good at it?

16. Peter Falk was born on this day in 1927. Most famous for his role as the detective, Columbo – have you ever seen him play the character?

17. RCA Victor released the first 33 1/3 rpm recording (Beethoven's Fifth Symphony performed by the Philadelphia Orchestra) in 1934. Do you own a record player and vinyl albums?

18. Have you ever won a prize for something?

19. It’s International Red Panda Day! Red pandas spend up to 55% of their day sleeping – how long (on average) do you sleep each night?

20. Have you, or someone close to you, ever suffered a concussion?

21. Have you ever played miniature golf?

22. Larry Hagman was born today in 1931 – famous for I Dream of Jeanie and Dallas. What role do you remember him from?

23. Have you ever sewn seeds and grown them successfully?

24. In 1957, "Jailhouse Rock" was released by Elvis Presley. Do you have a favourite Elvis song?

25. Do you keep physical copies of photographs you’ve taken?

26. It’s International Lace Day! Lace was first developed in Europe in the 1600s and was handmade until it was industrialised at the end of the 18th century. Have you ever owned anything made or trimmed with lace?

27. It’s World Tourism Day – are there any places you have visited as a tourist that you remember fondly?

28. What is your favourite writing instrument (pencil, rollerball, fountain pen or something else)?

29. Are you a fan of opera?

30. Do you often listen to podcasts? Do you have a favourite?

29. It’s International Cosplay Day – have you ever taken part in cosplay or seen cosplayers?

Nope, neither.

30. When you were a child, did you own a Slinky? If so, how did you play with it?

I don't think I had one as a child, but I do now. It mostly just sits on a shelf.

27. In 1955, The Guinness Book of World Records was first published. Have you, or anyone you know, ever taken part in a world record attempt?

Yes, actually. The guy who did the plumbing in our kitchen and owns the plumbing company we use is trying to break a world record for "living" underwater with a SCUBA system. I don't understand exactly why, but...

25. Have you ever bought any second-hand clothes, or do you prefer to buy new ones? Ever found a bargain in either category?

I prefer new clothes. The only times I have purchased second hand are for Halloween costumes and once, I went with a friend who I let treat me like a human Barbie doll and pick out an outfit head to toe. She loved vintage clothes, but at 6 feet never found things that fit her.

The biggest bargain I ever found was on a pair of Loeffler Randall tall leather boots. They had been returned in summer to a small store that just needed to find someone in my size to try on and sell to. They retailed for $950 and I got them for $150.

23. What was the first fandom you actively took part in?

BtVS, particularly Spuffy is really the only fandom I have been into.

21. Have you ever kept fish as pets?

No, I am more of a cuddly pet person.

9. “Hata Hata” (Oh My Goodness), it’s Talk Like Jar Jar Binks Day amongst Star Wars fans. The celebration date was decided in honour of the birthday of the actor who played Jar Jar, Ahmed Best. Are you a fan of the character?

No, not really. Having seen that movie once, it did not make me want to see the other prequels.

16. Have you ever played a wind instrument such as a recorder?

No. I wanted to lay the flute as a child, but was told that my arms were too short. (Pretty sure that was a lie.)


17. Today, in 1946, George Orwell published "Animal Farm: A Fairy Story" in the United Kingdom. There have since been stage and film adaptations. Have you ever read or seen any?
18. It’s International Delivery Driver Appreciation Day! The first celebration took place in 2023, organised by The Hungry Panda company, a specialist food delivery company in London (UK). Do you often have items delivered?
19. “Hata Hata” (Oh My Goodness), it’s Talk Like Jar Jar Binks Day amongst Star Wars fans. The celebration date was decided in honour of the birthday of the actor who played Jar Jar, Ahmed Best. Are you a fan of the character?
20. What is your favourite flavour of ice cream? Have you ever made it yourself?
21. Have you ever kept fish as pets?
22. Do you have a favourite plant-based milk, or do you stick to cow’s milk?
23. What was the first fandom you actively took part in?
24. Do you own any really sharp knives (either kitchen, pen knives or any other knife)?
25. Have you ever bought any second-hand clothes, or do you prefer to buy new ones? Ever found a bargain in either category?
26. In 1951 The film "An American in Paris," with music by George Gershwin, directed by Vincente Minnelli, and starring Gene Kelly and Leslie Caron, premiered in London. Have you ever seen any of Gene Kelly’s movies?
27. In 1955, The Guinness Book of World Records was first published. Have you, or anyone you know, ever taken part in a world record attempt?
28. It’s International Read Comics in Public Day. Launched in 2010, Brian Heater and Sarah Morean also co-created The Daily Cross Hatch, an alternative comics website. They aimed to encourage comic fans to read openly in public spaces. Do you enjoy comic books, or do you read any comic strips daily?
29. It’s International Cosplay Day – have you ever taken part in cosplay or seen cosplayers?
30. When you were a child, did you own a Slinky? If so, how did you play with it?
31. In the UK, it’s the Late Summer Bank Holiday. What is the weather forecast, and what are your plans for today?