Reading, politics, gardening, sharing time with my sons and the light of my life, my grandson.

John Mayer, Bob Seger, ELO, Queen, CCR, Collective Soul, Nickelback Billy Joel, Matchbox 20, Smashmouth, Phil Collins; just about anything classic rock; adult alternative (Adam got me hooked here); Classical; Country off and on (George Strait and Josh Turner in particular); good saxaphone (Kenny G) love Lily was here. I really think I like just about all music. I have even listened to Gregorian Chant and liked it. Rap would probably be the only one I would say no to, but again Adam has had me listen to a few he likes and I found it tolerable, short term. Music keeps depression away.

House, Medium, Criminal Minds, Star Trek 2nd Generation, Star Trek Voyager, SG-1, Stargate Atlantis, CSI, CSI Miami, NCIS

I am America, Stephen Colbert; Trinity, Leon Uris; Dean Koontz, All; Patricia Cornwell, All; Robin Cook

Albert Einstein The intuitive mind is a sacred gift and the rational mind is a faithful servant. We have created a society that honors the servant and has forgotten the gift./// John W. Gardner The society which scorns excellence in plumbing because plumbing is a humble activity, and tolerates shoddiness in philosophy because philosophy is an exalted activity, will have neither good plumbing nor good philosophy. Neither its pipes nor its theories will hold water.

Robert, Michael, Adam

Outer Banks, North Carolina

Who is the first person you would tell if you won $500?

My kids

Are you saving for retirement?

Yes, regularly

What are you buying at the farmers market?

Seasonal fruits & vegetables

Do you own a cell phone? If yes, how long have you owned one?

1 to 3 years

Who in your life is going back to school?

My children

If you were a contestant on Jeopardy what would be your dream trivia category?

1960s Music

Who are your heroes?

Robby, my son, following his dreams, succeeding because he persists and has the great gift of zoning out the nay sayers.

Are you looking for a new job?

No, I'm good where I am

What is your favorite family dinner?

Roast chicken, garlic mashed potatoes, fresh string beans, homemade bread, chocolate cake, fresh made iced tea.

What kind of trip would you love to take in Italy?

A week long walking tour of Tuscany

What is your marital status?

Married

What would you buy if money wasn't an object?

Travel the world

Who is the most interesting person you have ever met?

My brother-in-law Jim. He was the most intelligent, kindest, compassionate person I have ever known.

What's your favorite game to play at home?

Monopoly or other board games

Do you think it's a good idea to pay for a child's college education?

Yes, if you can afford it

How many children do you have?

2 - 3

What is your educational background?

Bachelor's/Associate's Degree

Now that you are over 50, what are you doing that you never thought you would?

Changing my opinions and pretty much the way I live, and getting excited about all the changes and actually thinking change is fun.

What is your favorite type of music?

Rock/pop

Men look most attractive in:

Jeans & T-shirt

How is your garden doing this season?

Blooming & gorgeous

What is your dream vacation?

Ireland...where my roots are and to visit with relatives I never knew I had until just recently.

How much are you paying for a gallon of gas this week?

$3.00 - $3.25

Where were you born?

Bethesda Naval Hospital in Maryland

What is your favorite picnic food?

Grilled chicken & pasta salad