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Do you like to read? If so, what’s your favorite book?
I do like to read, but I don’t do a whole lot of it anymore. I used to read classics but these days I prefer non-fiction: tales of adventure (“In to Thin Air”, Jon Krakauer), politics (“Confessions of an Economic Hit Man”, John Perkins), history (“A People’s History of the United States”, Howard Zinn), war (“The Rape of Nanking”, Iris Chang), political strife (“First They Killed My Father”, Loung Ung; “Shake Hands with the Devil”, Lt. Gen. Romeo Dallaire). You know, real feel-good stuff. I’d rather be moved by a book than simply entertained.
The book that had the most impact on me was probably “Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance” by Robert Pirsig. It’s been at least 10 years since I’ve read it though, so maybe it just came along at the right time.
Of course right now I could use something light and comedic. So… anyone have a copy of Sarah Palin’s book that I could borrow?
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Star Trek or Star Wars?
Star Wars, I guess? I work on computers for a living (linux no less-completely geeky) and I know I’m supposed to play video games, read comic books, love me some sci-fi, live in my parent’s basement and never get laid, but I’m a terrible geek because none of that applies to me. Well, except the part about never getting laid, that applies.
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I could ask something flippant. But what a waste, right? So tell me, Jeb Ro: are you the consistently mellow, friendly guy you seem, or are there times when you tear at the walls?
No, I’m pretty even-tempered (read: boring) and it’s not often I’ll get so upset over something that you wouldn’t want to be around me. I’m a master of keeping things pent up and releasing them little bits at a time, like farts when in mixed company. That being said, it’s hell to be me in my head when I’m upset about something, which again isn’t often. I think I’m secretly Canadian.
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You’re awesome! Truth! Not a question. Oops.
Not sure how to respond, since I’m most definitely not awesome. But thanks, I like you already. Truth be told, I’m sure I like you anyway; I’m so infatuated with everyone I follow on Tumblr, yet I hardly ever spend time on it.
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What’s the weirdest thing you’ve ever eaten?
Maybe bamboo worms (http://www.flickr.com/photos/rothwerx/3018571492/in/set-72157608808751670/) or roasted crickets in Thailand? I didn’t do the live shrimp -I couldn’t handle the thought of my food actually hopping around in my mouth in pain(?) because of the lemon juice poured on it.
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What celebrity would play you in a movie about your life?
The Taco Bell Chihuahua.
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Who inspires you the most?
Does it matter that they’re not living? My grandma (Oma) would have to be the person who inspires me most. She’s been gone for a few years, but she was definitely the person who shaped me into the person I am today. I know she wouldn’t be happy with many of my decisions, but I also know that she was a woman of great wisdom and would also be understanding.
I don’t have someone living who I can say the same thing about. Many people inspire me; anyone who cares enough to make a difference. People with conscience, people who care more for the well being of others more than themselves.
Also, your mom.
