4 posts tagged “qotd”

If you had a CD or album coming out, who would you thank in the liner notes?

I believe I'd thank my God, my family, my friends, the folks involved in the production of my album, and my fans, in roughly that order, and of course those broad categories would be broken out into lots of specific mentions of people by name and the reasons why I appreciate them.  I might also like to give props to favorite restaurants and towns and web sites and other uncategorized influences, if I were given sufficient space.

A sample, for example, off the top of my head:

"B. Would Like To Thank:

My Savior and Lord, Jesus, lover of my soul, rock of truth and perfect peace. -- o -- My immediate and extended family, of whom I am not ashamed, but whose names shall not be mentioned here for the sake of our privacy. -- o -- Best friends over the years: Jason, whose simple gift at age 6 was enough to help keep my birthplace in my heart; Tony, I doubt a truer lifelong friend exists to be found in this world; Daniel, for whom for a time I was happily foil and sidekick; Billy, inspirational musician and geek extreme; Veronica, she of the fire, whose stones outweigh anybody's; Donna, beloved confidante and all-around Awesome Girl. -- o -- Danielle, Zoe, Tandi, Hallie, Megan, Maureen, Christy, Sandra, Becca, Kelli, Shay and Lisa, and everybody from Edna and The Wash. -- o -- Nicole, Ida, Clara, and Annie. -- o -- Band mates: [...] Producer and other staff: [...] -- o -- Carl's Jr./Hardee's, for great grub, and for keeping B. from starving.  Pages For All Ages and Powell's. -- o -- Special thanks to my piano teacher, Mrs. R., and to one elementary-school teacher who encouraged a young aspiring harmonica player more than he will perhaps ever know.

Thank you, especially, dear fan, for listening to our music and believing in this humble little project.  The band and I have loved being able to meet so many of you after our shows.  You're in our thoughts and prayers."

Tell us two truths and a lie about yourself.

Right; I'm guessing the goal of this is to make readers wonder which one's the ringer, so -- in no particular order:

1. I was once, briefly, married, but it was peaceably annulled.
2. I have met up with someone from my Vox neighborhood in real life.
3. My right pinky bears a distinctive birthmark.

Have at it! ;)

[Edit] -- (P.S. Heena... you don't get to play. ;D)

How do you pass the time during a flight?  What do you bring in your carry-on?

Ooh, I haven't flown for a few years, but I still remember when I used to fly here and there across the continent.  I was always sure to bring along a good read, some writing/drawing materials, a one-time-use camera, a bit of cash, minor toiletries (tissues, bandages, lip balm), and some kind of portable snack such as a granola bar.  I was also sure to bring a jacket or sweatshirt on my person, even in summertime.  I think that's about it.  Perhaps someday I'll be able to buy an iPod.  Then I'll be able to add that to my list when I resume traveling someday.

What song makes you rock the karaoke mic?
Submitted by Ann.

Every now and then, my sister's family hosts a Karaoke Revolution party.  I don't mind saying that I have become renowned at such parties for my prowess at holding the long notes of "Broken Wings" and enunciating the fast parts of "Turn The Beat Around".