that's probably reasonably balanced as a snack in fact! starch (bread), I think there's a bit of protein in the peanuts, and lettuce for some - erm - vitamins.

Not particularly odd, I like banana and peanut butter, maybe with a smear of honey. Or camembert and cranberry sauce which is slightly odder.

What's your favourite quick meal (not a sandwich) when you are cooking for yourself ?

but one could just as easily remove the lettuce from the sandwich for consumption at a later date, and still get the - erm - vitamins.

a fried egg. (that's really all i can "cook"). otherwise i just graze on whatever is raw and lying around.

what would be one thing/subject that you would never study, even if you were paid to?

I would like to learn to play baroque bassoon.




Have you ever won a competition?

Yes, my claim to fame is that I once (years ago) won the Sunday Times Brainteaser competition.

If you had to be reincarnated as a pet, which animal would you be?

a cat. then you have a better chance of escaping if your family is terrible.

have you ever had an out-of-body experience?

yes, when I was having my first child

when was the last time you lost consciousness ?

(don't mean going to sleep !)

A couple of months ago.

what was the last programme you watched on the tv?

I can't remember - don't watch much tv!

what was the last concert you went to ?

I went to see The Drifters a few weeks ago. Very good they were too! (Last Classical Concert was in February, in Brighton).

Can you do a handstand without falling over?

No chance!

What is your favourite flower?

I doubt it! I could when I was 12 though...

Do you do handstands regularly?

No to Dulciana.
And my favourite flower is a freesia

When was the last time you sent/received a bouquet of flowers?

I'm just about to send some!!!!!!!

Do you have a DAB radio?

Yes..

When did you last get drunk?



**My favourite flowers are peach roses...and I have to buy my own... **

24 days ago!

What colour is your living room ceiling?

White...

Do you ever wear white socks with sandals?

Erm yes.

Do you own a cowboy hat?

Yes!!! I wore it in Leeds....as you do!!


You are down to your last pound coin. What would you do with it?

No, in fact the only hat I have is one I use for sun protection when hiking.

Have you got any of those awful 'Crocs' shoes ?

No way, Croc shoes are ugly. I like my feet to look nice!

DC- I would buy a chocolate bar, most probably!

What's your favourite salad item?

Beetroot!!

Do you like tomato soup?

Yes , probably my second favourite to mushroom. ######-a-Leekie next.

If you have a piano , when was it last tuned ?

Oh dear!

Erm, last tuned in February/March this year I think. Need to get it done again really, but I'm still pretending that it's June so shhh!

Does blowing up balloons make you feel dizzy/faint?

only if I do it for quite a long time, and not at all if I use one of those pump things.

What's your favourite bit of coastline ?

skagen (the northernmost point of denmark where the kattegat and skaggerak seas meet - the waves collide in a line).

what superpower would you most wish to have?

None, quite happy as I am- but if I had to choose then I would say flying.

If you were a colour, what would you be?
I think I would be a leafy green with the sun shining through it

Definitely a deep purple.

Do you swear more when you are driving ?

I don't drive much - maybe because it makes me swear ...

Do you prefer a bath or a shower ?

Had a shower this morning in my hotel, at home now I ususally have shower, but sometimes I'll have a bath if Ive plenty of time in the evening.

Do you clean your teeth before or after breakfast ? I guess most people like me do it before, but my dentist always says do it after breakfast.

I clean mine before breakfast too..but then I don't always eat breakfast

When was the last time you were embarrassed...and why?

Just now, when I complained Jenny had posted 'Classic Star' as well as mine, but Digby had posted one even earlier !


I had a meal in an oriental restaurant last night (mixture of Thai ,Malay, Singapore, Philippine, Chinese food), and I have travelled many times to these Far Eastern countries. But I cant get the hang of using chopsticks ! Surprising as I obviously have some finger dexterity, being a pianist. One of my school nicknames was 'Fingers'. (No snide comments, thanks)

Are you an expert with chopsticks, eg can you pick up a single peanut with them ?

**Oh, yes, Fingers, I see what you mean! Never mind..these things happen!**

I'm not an expert, but I do try to use chopsticks when I can.

How do you eat Spaghetti Bolognese? Demurely with a spoon and fork, or do you dribble it down your chin?

You'll find out on Saturday.

Do you like Apple crumble?

Yes I do!!!

Shall I bring some custard or cream?

Custard.

Should I send Emma a bunch of flowers?

Of course. Always send a lady flowers (PS Who is Emma?)

Do you enjoy cryptic crosswords?

Yes..they can be frustrating though...

Have you ever started to run a bath..gone off to do other things..and then find you have to paddle through your bathroom to let the water out..? (Like I just have!!! )


**Custard powder, or packet custard?**

Just some drop-dead-georgeous chick I'm trying to woo.


No.

ferrero Roche or After eights?

*Packet!*

ferrero rocher yuk! after eights any day.

(Do they still make the lemon ones or was that a limited line? wasn't sure about those.)

Cognac or port ?

after eights...


Oops...port...


How long does it take for a carpet to dry out?

*Make sure the flowers are nice and bright! Pastel colours are lovely..**

no time at all if you don't wet it.

would you rather encounter a dragon or an enraged elephant-seal?

Err..an elephant seal, probably..

I don't know what to have for lunch..what are you having or what have you had?

I had a smoked salmon sandwich , and a few Kettle Chips (the best crisps in the world). Oh, and some tea.

What are you going to have for dinner ?

I had some vegetable soup, a roll and some melon. Didn't fancy anything really....

What age were you when you first used a computer?

We got a Sinclair Spectrum when they first came out, I'm guessing 1985 ish ? So I'd be 38 !!
We did have fun playing 'Manic Miner' The kids were 7 and 9. I actually managed to write a program in 'Basic' for them to practise their 'times tables'.

How far can you swim without stopping ? (Swimming is Im afraid another weakness of mine!)

I can swim for as long as i like I love to be in the water, in fact my Dad told me I am more confident in water than I am in public.

Have you got half term next week?

Yes - so only working half a week !

Have you got your winter woollies out of the cupboard yet ?

I have been wearing them for most of the summer!

Do you dry your washing in a drier or on an out of doors line?

I put it out on the line as far as possible..or I dry it on the radiators..

What is the latest time your nearest shop stays open to?