Monday Mission! (courtesy of the delightful Kathryn Lively

1. Have you ever felt like you were expected to set a good example for others? Yep. Particularly when driving a car, where most people are consistently at their worst and most dangerous.

2. What keeps you on the right path? For example, why do you think you turned out the way you did as opposed to the nut ball sniper out there? I’ve got a deep appreciation for the brevity of life. Don’t want to waste it.

3. Sometimes things seem different than they really are. When was the last time you believed something to be one way only to learn you had it all wrong? Just yesterday. It seemed like Dad had completely lost his senses and gone around the bend. Turns out he was just being a little clumsy.

4. Can you recall a time when being alert and observant kept you safe? Driving through the mountains last Friday, had to maneuver quickly to avoid a weaving speeding oversized pick-up truck.

5. Who in your personal circle of relationships do you think is smarter than you? Are they smarter in just one area, or overall? How do you feel about that? How do they interact with you? Sad to say, not really anybody. I’d like to associate more with some people of greater intellect. It would probably be good for my thinking and definitely for combating my pride.

6. Let's daydream a little: Describe in detail the most perfect lazy day, start to finish. Can’t do that. I don’t like lazy days.

7. Are you dressing up for Halloween? If so, what as? If not, how come? What is the most favorite costume you ever had? Probably will wear the King of Hearts costume to the office. Two faves: Santa’s evil twin (2 years ago) and Captain America (around age 7).

BONUS: Come on baby tell me what’s the word? Aeolian