Tossing Salt Presents:
Ultimate X Q&A #138
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 the Ultimate X Q&A. My, how the time has flown by. It’s number 138, and I’m still standing. Let’s do this.

Do children eventually get old enough to see which parent was the problem?

Children are usually much more observant than they’re given credit for. They see all and will eventually comprehend. So, that would be a yes.

What’s an acceptable number of OREOS to eat?

In one setting, my usual go-to number would be six.

Would you rather have a massage or get a facial?

How about a massage and the conclusion is a good facial? Oops. Wrong kind of facial. My bad! Let’s go with the massage. The strong hands of a sexy man always feel good.

Name the worst place you can imagine being on your birthday.

Jail, the hospital, or here, alone at the house. Well, at least I don’t have to worry about the first two.

Is there someone you really hate?

There are people that I strongly dislike and wouldn’t piss on if they were on fire, but hate them? Hate is a wasted emotion and such a strong word. I wouldn’t go that far.

Name an animal with more beautiful eyes than yours.

Cats. Goldie used to have the most beautiful cat eyes, green with gold rings around them. And Mouthie, his eyes are reflective and draw you in with their depth and beauty. So, my cats would be the answer.

If you could change your name for a day, what would it be?

Vincent Paul Phillips. It’s my perfect alias and anyone who knows me knows why.

Have you tried flirting with a stranger online?

I have, but usually, I don’t flirt well. I’ve found that directness and being blunt works much better.

Have you fulfilled your potential?

Nope. I haven’t even come close. I’ve let my insecurities, plus the influence of others cripple my judgment and potential more often than not.

Something you tried once and instantly knew it wasn’t for you?

Dating women. I love them and some of my favorite people of all time are women, but dating them, for me, doesn’t work. I’m into the guys. I think I might be… gay.

Have you ever been kicked out of a bar?

Not because of my own actions, but as part of a group, yes. It did happen one time. But, it wasn’t my fault.

Would you rather go back ten years with all of your knowledge or get ten million dollars today?

Given how the past six or seven years have gone, that’s a tough question to answer. I think I’d go back and make a few changes. Money isn’t that important, but being happy is. I’d like to be happy again.

Do mushrooms belong on burgers?

If that is what a person likes, then so be it. But for me, the answer would be no.

Have you ever been on the receiving end of it being “paid forward “ in the drive-thru?

Not at the drive-thru, no. But I have while in the grocery store. It was very cool and sweet. And I quickly returned the favor a few days later at the ABC store for a couple of people.

Do you think there is a cure for cancer that is being hidden from the public?

Yes. If cancer, diabetes, and most major diseases are cured, the doctors are out of work and lose billions of dollars. The money is in the treatment, not the cure. And the medical industry and pharmaceutical companies love that money. They don’t want a cure. Just treatment for the symptoms.

Apparently, people online are talking about casting Tom Holland as James Bond. Who do you feel should be James Bond?

Wasn’t Tom Holland the guy who played Spider Man? He would not be a good James Bond. Hire Brad Williams instead. Or Affleck. He’s played every other role and at least looks the part.

What’s the greatest fruit spread of all time?

Strawberry Preserves.

Do you support owning a legal weapon to protect your family?

I don’t care if it’s legal or not. I will protect myself and my family, both the blood-related and the chosen ones, by any means necessary.

How many hours of sleep do you average per night?

For the entire day, probably six hours. But I don’t do it all at one time. I sleep two hours here, two hours there, etc., as the day stretches on.

Would you still talk to your friend(s) if they had different political views?

Of course. A true friend isn’t worth losing over something as petty as politics. We just won’t discuss politics and why they’re wrong. I’m sure there are plenty of other things we can talk about instead.

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 in the forest in Japan.

Ubuntu!