Vogue Parody: 73 Questions About Me

I was nominated for Vogue Parody: 73 Questions About Me by my co-blogger, Roger Peterson of mindandlove.com.  As the title implies, this is a parody, “an imitation or version of something that falls far short of the real thing.” The original version of this is the Vogue 73 Questions Series where celebrities answer 73 questions. Now, we have come up with our version, which aims to know more about bloggers like me.

So, here are my answers:

1. What is your favorite Starbucks order?

From their regular menu, I usually order Caramel Macchiato.  During Fall, I love ordering the Pumpkin Spice Latte.

2. What does your workstation look like right now?

I’d like to say that it is orderly.  I try to organize my workstation as much as possible because of the fear of losing important documents. I will lose my mind if that ever happens.

3. All-time favorite food?

Definitely, Filipino food, particularly Adobo. But, if I have to choose something else, I’ll have to say, Filete Sarandeado (Mexican Fish dish).

4. Favorite Author?

Because I love a murder mystery, and legal mumbo jumbo, my favorite is John Grisham.

5. What do you think of open relationships?

I am NOT for open relationships. I am selfish when it comes to relationships.  I do not want to share my partner.

6. What is your favorite video game?

Does Candy Crush count? Word Crossy? No. Then, I say Mario Brothers and Tetris.  Now you can guess how old I am.

7. Guilty pleasure treat?

Cakes and Chocolates.

8. Favorite Movie?

Shawshank Redemption.

9. Favorite Book?

It has to be The Client by John Grisham.  Another favorite book is A Woman of Substance by Barbara Taylor Bradford.

10. Twitter, or Instagram?

Twitter.

11. Desktop or Laptop? 

I like both. But, I do use desktop more often than a laptop.

12. Best advice you have ever received?

You have to love and respect yourself first before others can love and respect you.

13. What project are you working on right now?

I accepted a challenge to lose weight in 90 days. (Could that be considered as a project?)

14. Favorite Color?

Blue.

15. Did you get good grades at school?

Yes. It was not an easy task, but I somehow did it.

16. Dream job?

As a kid, I thought being a Flight Attendant was a cool job.  So, that was my dream job.  I still think it’s great, but I could not have been one because I am short so I won’t be able to reach those baggage overhead compartment.

17. Played any sports?

Volleyball. Although I am short, I still believe I played the sport well.

18. Do you have a degree?

Yes. I have a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration.  I also almost got a Black Belt in Tae Kwon Do. (I said ALMOST, but not quite).

19. Nationality?

American through naturalization. Filipino by heart.

20. What is your favorite kind of blog post to do?

Blog posts that are personal to me.  Writing about my own life experiences, beliefs, and thoughts are raw and powerful. Writing them comes out so naturally because it is so much a part of me.  I believe that when it is written with truth and passion, the message I am trying to convey comes across loud and clear.

21. What do you like to collect?

Coins! Collecting them gives me enough to add to my savings for some extra things that I want to get for myself.

22. Describe yourself in three words.

Passionate, Determined, Generous.

23. If you were a rapper, what would your rapper name be?

I am not into rap so I don’t think I would ever be one, even in the pretend world.

24. Who was the last person you DM’d?

My prospect for my new business.

25. What is on top of your wishlist right now?

To travel to Europe, particularly London, Spain, France, Italy.

26. Sorting house?

I am the 1% that has never read or watched Harry Potter! Sorry.

27. How many tattoos do you have?

Nada! None! Zilch!

28. What are you most grateful for this year?

I am most grateful for still being alive, healthy (as healthy as I could be given my health conditions), and active. Also grateful of my husband, children, stepchildren, grandkids, and my extended family.

29. What is the best thing that has happened to you this month?

Meeting new friends who have the same ambitions, passions, and visions in life.

30. What’s the best thing that has happened to you today?

We all woke up today! And, oh, I had my teeth cleaned, and the dentist said I have no cavity!

31. What’s the best thing ever?

The best thing ever is that I made the right decision to move from my home country to the United States.  I found my happiness when I met my husband and had our children.

32. Favorite season?

Spring.

33. Favorite fictional animal?

Does Spongebob count? He is not an animal, but he is fictional. He is my favorite. Naïve, but in his naïve way, he makes sense.

34. What fictional character do you relate to the most?

Squidward. He is very serious, but when he wants to be, he can be fun to be with and talk to.  He is very intelligent and mature.

I am not THAT serious, but one may get that impression of me in the beginning.  Once you get to know me, I can be a fun addition to your group of friends.

35. Do you like surprises?

If it’s a pleasant surprise, yes, I love them.

36. What is the biggest surprise you have ever had?

When I got pregnant with my first child.

37. What is a surprise that made you cry?

When I got pregnant with my first child.

38. What is the best surprise you have ever given?

When I gave my husband a surprise party on his 50^th birthday.

39. Do you like muffins?

Yes.

40. Do you cook often?

Not as often as I would like to.

41. What is your favorite dessert?

Anything sweet.

42. Is there a dessert you don’t like?

I don’t think so.

43. Cake or Pie?

Cake!

44. What’s your least favorite food?

Shrimps.  I am allergic to it.

45. What is your favorite condiment?

Soy sauce.

46. It’s 4 am on a Saturday night, what would you eat?

None. I am asleep at 4 a.m.

47. If you could teach a college class, what would it be called?

Assology, the study of kissing someone’s ass…that’s what they will be doing after college, on their first job.

48. Best animated film?

Finding Nemo.

49. What has a guy/girl done or said to impress you?

When he said that he was in love with me and will do anything for me…fell for it hook, line, and sinker! (Bleh!)

50. The best thing to do on a date.

Plan the night with pleasant surprises.

51. The worst thing to do on a date.

Assume that your date likes you and make a move.

52. What is the funniest pickup line a guy/girl could use on a guy/girl?

Honestly, I have not heard of any funny pick up line.

53. Best comic book character.

Archie.

54. What are three things that are always in your purse?

Wallet, Cellphone, and my Epipen.

55. Favorite drink?

Coffee.

56. If you could play a historical character, who would it be?

Maria Clara. She is a heroine in the book, Noli Me Tangere, written by Jose Rizal, the National Hero of the Philippines.

57. Kittens or Puppies?

Puppies!

58. Favorite sushi roll?

Spicy Tuna Roll.

59. What kind of lipstick do you use?

NYX brand lipstick.  Anything in brown shade or nude.

60. What kind of foundation do you use?

NYX brand foundation. Nude color.

61. Blow Dry or Air Dry?

Blow Dry.

62. Who is your fashion icon?

No one. I am my own fashion icon.

63. Favorite Disney Character.

Sleeping Beauty.

64. What are you doing tomorrow?

Work.

65. Movie you laugh the hardest through.

Some wacky Filipino comedy film. I don’t remember the title.

66. A movie that made you cry.

A Dog’s Purpose.

67. If you could sing a duet with someone who would it be?

Jennifer Lopez. I don’t want just to sing but I also want to dance. 

68. If your life was this song, what would the title be?

This is the moment!

69. Favorite animal.

Dog.

70. The person you would want to have coffee with.

Maya Angelou.

71. Favorite illustrator?

I have no idea.

72. What’s the country you wish to visit?

Italy.

73. Best way to decompress?

Play a game, get a massage, exercise, read, pray.