Tossing Salt Presents:
Ultimate X Q&A #93
Random Questions from the Land of Tweets
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Doug Maynard

Every day, my Twitter feed is filled with dozens of random questions. This is where I provide the answers. It’s Ultimate X Q&A. Let’s do this.

What’s the root of all evil?

Some say it’s money. Some say it’s power. Some say it’s greed. I say it’s midgets. Midgets and bunny rabbits. Satan’s spawn on earth. It’s true! It’s damn true!

What kind of car did you learn to drive stick in?

A 1978 Toyota Corolla. It was my Dad’s car and became mine when I turned 17.

Would you rather play a game, visit a relative, watch a movie, or read in the evening?

Given these options, I’ll watch a movie or read. I’m not big on games and I’m not big on visiting people or socializing, unless it’s my bro or my future ex-husband. Yeah, pass me a good story to read instead.

Do you believe that pets can detect bad people?

If an animal doesn’t like a person, then neither do I because the dogs and cats know. I trust them far more than any humans.

Are you the most sarcastic person in your family?

Have you met my family? Sarcasm is as much a part of us as breathing, having pets, or being annoyed by others. I’m pretty good, but I live among a family of pros.

Why do people go back into parking spots?

In my working days, I would back into the parking spot in order to make a quick escape when it was time to leave and get off work. That was my reason. Why anyone else does it, I have no idea.

What’s one thing you had as a kid that you wish you had now?

Friends, fun, energy. That’s three things and not just one, but I miss them all equally.

Which artist would have impacted music the most had they not died prematurely?

Bradley Nowell, the lead singer of Sublime. He died of a drug overdose just a short time before the release of the major league debut album of the band. The man had a great voice and so much creativity, as evidenced by the unreleased music and underground recordings that have surfaced since his death. The guy had talent and skills but passed away far too soon due to the stupidest of reasons. It was a major loss to music.

What’s the best way to eat cole slaw?

On a hot dog or a BBQ sandwich is cool. Otherwise, I’m not a big fan of the slaw.

Name 3 things you are most passionate about.

Wrestling, music, and my damn cat.

What song do you think would be the perfect soundtrack for your life?

This lovely ditty by Puddles Pity Party and Haley Reinhart, Mad World.

No sex for two years, and you get 700 million dollars. Could you do it?

I’d be extremely grouchy, but I could do it. Are we talking about real sex or the Bill Clinton version of sex where some actions don’t count? If it’s the latter, I’ve got this one in the bag. If it’s the prior, I could still do it, but would I really want to?

Are there any upcoming movies you’re eagerly waiting to watch?

Right now, I’m trying to get through the series, Shameless, on Netflix. I don’t have time to worry about any movies. I’ll be interested when the Avengers: Doomsday movie comes out, and maybe The Thunderbolts. I guess those are the main two.

Do you rock out to Queen or The Beatles?

I’m versatile. I listen to both and enjoy both. Neither is quite Alice, but they’re both still pretty awesome.

And there you go. Thanks for reading. Comments, thoughts, and any questions are welcome and appreciated. Be sure to like, share, and subscribe. And with that, let’s close up the shop today. Take care and be well, my friends. I’ll see you at the library.

Ubuntu!