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My writing's been very slow as of late (~300 words a day -- highly inefficient), so I thought I'd engage in a little meme-itude, see if that doesn't prime the pump. Does that sound as dirty to you as it does to me?

Leave a comment saying "resistance is futile."
1. I'll comment back with five questions.
2. Update your journal with the answers
3. Post these rules (or some variation)
**If you want to ask me more questions, feel free to do so in the comments

Questions given to me by [livejournal.com profile] andieshep

1. A tape is leaked out with Zachary Quinto and Chris Pine having sex, and it's up to you whether to show it to the world, or respect their privacy... what do you do?

I respect their privacy. SO FOR ALL YOU KNOW, I AM IN POSSESSION OF THIS TAPE, AND I WILL NEVER TELL YOU! BWAHAHAHA! It should be noted, however, that my definition of "respect their privacy" includes watching it several times a day. If for some reason I couldn't watch it without also releasing it to the world... damn, that would be a tough thing to turn down, but I like to think I'd keep my mouth shut. Knowing of the existence of such a tape would be gratification enough. Well, almost enough.

2. You're stuck in an elevator with a person you can't stand, and little hope of getting out for at least a few hours... what do you do?

Well, I always carry a book with me, so that would be Plan A. However, I assume whatever malevolent being trapped us in this elevator in the first place has removed all manner of distractions from my person. Also, the most annoying people I know are also chronic talkers, so silence is probably not a viable option. Then... hmm... I guess I'd start a conversation about puppies. Hard to get annoyed when you're thinking about cute, fluffy puppies! If the person hates puppies, then s/he is obviously evil, and I would have no qualms about dispatching him/her to the afterlife with a quick, merciful blow to the back of the head.

3. What is your favorite book?

So many to choose from! The answer I usually give is C.S. Lewis' Perelandra, which is about a man who travels to Venus. The only person on the planet is the Green Lady, who is in the same position as Eve before the fall. Another man from Earth arrives on Venus and plays the role of the devil. And, wow, this little summary is not doing it justice, but there are philosophical arguments and fistfights and rides on the backs of giant fish. Some people would probably think it's preachy and the ending is just fucking weird, but it's really thought-provoking and I feel like I learn something new every time I read it.

Rounding out the top ten (in no particular order): Frankenstein by Mary Shelley; The Poisonwood Bible by Barbara Kingsolver; The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy by Douglas Adams; The Witches by Roald Dahl; Something Wicked This Way Comes by Ray Bradbury; A Prayer for Owen Meany by John Irving (anything by Irving, really); Geek Love by Katherine Dunn; Narcissus and Goldmund by Hermann Hesse; and The Handmaid's Tale by Margaret Atwood.

4. Have you ever wanted to be someone else? If so, who?

Well, if you count "anyone who is not me," then yes, frequently. But as far as a specific person? I have one of those friends for whom everything always seems to work out perfectly, plus guys are always throwing themselves at her feet, so I'd be interested in knowing what any of that is like, if only for a little while. I desperately want Bill Bryson's career, but not so much to be him. As far as actresses go, maybe Parker Posey. She's done some weird, fun stuff. And as for the No Shit answer, I'd have to say Zoe Saldana. I WOULD HIT ALL OF THAT. TWICE.

5. In school were you the geek, the freak, or somewhat popular?

A little from column A, a little from column B. I went to the same private school from K-12, which made for an unusual social situation in general. Popularity didn't work the same way there as it seems to on TV, but either way, I was pretty much immune to whatever squabblings went on. I was a Theater Person, and I think everybody else was too afraid to fuck with us. I was well known as a smart kid, though no one ever gave me shit for it. I think I just would've laughed. People complain about high school, but really, I think I had it pretty good.

In only somewhat-related news, I once saw a bumper sticker that said "I am Dyslexic of Borg. Futile is resistance. Prepare to have your ass laminated." Shoulda bought it.

Also, if you did not participate in my DVD commentary meme but would like to, please do! I love to talk about my writing! So much that it borders on pathology!

Date: 2009-11-24 06:23 am (UTC)
From: [identity profile] andieshep.livejournal.com
Dude! Absolutely love your answers! :D

Date: 2009-11-24 11:13 am (UTC)
From: [identity profile] ewinfic.livejournal.com
I'm a HUGE fan of Lewis' Space Trilogy. The part in Perelandra where the Devil keeps calling Ransom's name in the dark just to annoy him is maybe one of the most awesome things I've ever read on the nature of evil, ever. :)

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