the narcissist responds, part I

Thanks to everyone for asking questions.  I was so relieved that I wasn't the loser who did the Q&A and ended up with no Q's.  There were actually enough questions to break up th answers into a couple posts.  So, if you still have questions feel free to add them to my previous post or you can ask them in the comments below. 

I was surprised by how many of you had questions about my job/being a lawyer.  Maybe because I don't talk about work here?  Who knows, but you'll probably be sorry you asked.  Not sure it will be that interesting.  I'll answer those questions in the next post.  Unsurprisingly, one of the most asked questions was "How long before you want kids? Do you want kids? When? Are you planning on having any kiddos anytime soon?"  We'll get to that in the next post too.  :)

On to the questions!


What is your favorite city?

San Francisco.  I love so many things about SF: the weather, sourdough bread, the 49ers, cable cars, amazing chinese food, Ghiradelli Square, Fisherman's Wharf... It's just a fabulous city.  I was born there and have spent a lot of time in the city over the years but my husband has never been.  I look forward to showing him the city one day.

What is your favorite restaurant?

I could never choose just one.  There's a great local place called Dexter's which I love.  They have the most amazing brunch and a feta ranch I have dreams about. I also like Stonewood Grill - if you live in Florida give it a try.  And the best Italian meals I've had have all come from Angelo's on Mulberry in Little Italy, NYC.

Do you like Obama? If so, why? (This is mainly cause your profile says liberal! :D)

I do like President Obama.  There are many reasons but this is the latest: He recently mandated that hospitals receiving Medicaid or Medicare funding (nearly all) must extend visitation rights to the partners of homosexuals and respect patients' choices regarding who can make healthcare related decisions for them.  While it makes me sad that a mandate was even needed to assure the extension of these basic rights, I'm glad our President has addressed this issue.  There's still a long way to go.

What is your daily routine? I am fascinated by people's routines.

Me too!  There isn't much routine to my life, but I'll try to outline it for you.  My usual weekday begins sometime between 7:00 and 7:30, depending on whether I've showered before bed and whether or not I have to wash my hair.  (No hair to wash & blow dry equals at least an extra half hour of sleep.  Love these days.)  After hitting the snooze button a bunch of times I roll out of bed and hit the shower.  Then I head to the kitchen for coffee or Diet Coke.  I don't eat breakfast.  I do my hair & make-up in the guest room rather than the bathroom so that I can watch tv.  I ALWAYS watch tv on dvd in the morning.  I usually switch it up between West Wing, Gilmore Girls and Big Bang Theory. I do make-up, then hair (blow-dry then flat iron), then find something to wear, iron it and head out the door.

I make the 1 mile "commute" to my office and usually get in between 8:15 and 8:45.  Sometimes lunch is a Lean Cuisine at my desk, sometimes it's out with my husband, girlfriends or co-workers.  Other than lunch, I typically spend my entire day at my desk.  I leave the office about 6:30 most days.  But sometimes it's 5:15 and sometimes it's 7:30.  What happens next varies wildly.  If I don't have an event to attend after work, I'll go home and either make dinner or head to the gym.  (My gym is even closer than my office. I walk there.) After dinner, The Mister and I usually watch some TV together, then I'll blog for a bit or read.  I'm usually asleep by 12 or 12:30. 

Weekends have absolutely no routine, but typically involve drinks with friends, dinners out or ordered in with my husband, catching up on the previous week's shows and shopping. 

Favorite beer? 

In the great debate that is Bud Light vs. Miller Lite, I am without a doubt a Bud Light girl.  This is one of the very few things The Sister and I don't see eye to eye on.  I also like Heineken Light and Corona Light.

Where did you do your undergrad and law school?

For undergrad I went to the University of Central Florida (Go Knights!).  I went to Law school at the University of Florida (Go Gators!).

law school graduation

What part of CA did you grow up in? 

I've lived in about 13 different cities so I'll spare you the details but here's the gist: I was born in northern California just outside SF and lived in Nor. Cal. until I was about 5, then we moved to southern California - about an hour outside LA. In case you're wondering, it was nothing like "The Hills."  Just your typical suburban existence.

How did you end up in FL?

When I was about 14 my dad was transferred to Florida, so the family moved cross-country.  I just realized that I've now lived in Florida longer than I lived in California.  Guess it's time I start considering myself a Floridian. 

What was you favorite place you have ever traveled? 

I haven't traveled very extensively - just the U.S., Mexico and the Bahamas.  Some of my favorites have been Chicago, New York, Boston and Key West.  I loved my visits to Mexico & the Bahamas too, but I didn't really see anything other than the resorts I stayed at, so I don't feel qualified to comment on the destination as a whole, if that makes sense.

Favorite drink at a bar?

Vodka, sugar free Red Bull & a splash of cran - but only at my favorite bar.  Anywhere else and they actually taste like Red Bull, which I hate.  I usually order a Bud Light.  Other faves: Crown & ginger ale, sweet tea vodka with lemonade and margaritas.

Favorite place to shop? 

I'm a sucker for shoes and handbags, so I have to say Bloomingdale's. 

Do you have any brothers or sisters?

I do.  I have one of each and they're my favorite people on earth.  I'm the oldest, my sister is 13 months (!!!) younger and my baby brother is 5 1/2 years younger.

More answers to come!