dlly1935's profile

Gardening, silk floral arranging, making various fruit jam, playing computer games on Pogo.com, e-messaging several of my old classmates, enjoying the peace and quiet of my rural home. And, last but not least, having coffee and talking with my hubby of 34 years.

Country western from the 50's thru the 70's, with Jim Reeves as my favorite singer. I'm not too emotional, but I cried when he died. I enjoy listening to Frank Sinatra, Tony Bennett, Nat King Cole, and singers of that era. Please don't blare the music! I like it soft and low.

PBS intrigues me with their documentaries; so does Dateline. CSI series are interesting, along with Cold Case, NCIS, and 48 Hours. I enjoyed LOST until it became so involved in flashbacks and mix-ups. I'm not sure the writers even know what's going on anymore. I no longer watch it very often. Occasionally, I enjoy Dancing with the Stars.

Oh, there are so many that I cannot begin to list them all. Frank Yerby's "Judas, My Brother, " Edna Ferber's "So Big, " Ernest Hemingway's "A Farewell to Arms, " Ayn Rand's "The Fountainhead" and "Atlas Shrugged"...and so very many more!

My own back yard has become my favorite place. I have gone enough, seen enough, done enough. Now I want to enjoy reflection of those things while relaxing in my own home.

The wild, free stallion horse is my favorite. What a magnificent animal he is.

What are you buying at the farmers market?

If it's not at the supermarket, I'm not buying it

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

My partner

Are you saving for retirement?

No, I should be fine

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

4+ years

Who in your life is going back to school?

No one

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

Old Fairy Tales

What is the most important reason for dating?

Enjoy meeting new people

Are you looking for a new job?

No, I'm retired

What is your favorite family dinner?

Roast beef, mashed potatoes and gravy, peas and carrots, followed by cake and ice cream, washed down with black coffee.

Who are your heroes?

Any person who has fought for this great nation, the only place where I really care to live.

What is your marital status?

Married

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

Rent an Italian villa with my friends and/or family

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

Help people in need

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

Yes, if you can afford it

Who is the most interesting person you have ever met?

Astronaut Dr. Harrison Hagen (Jack) Schmitt, Ph.D. civilian Lunar Module Pilot, Apollo 17, the last lunar mission. Also, Colonel John P. Stapp, who became the fastest man on earth by riding the first rocket sled in December 1954.

What's your favorite game to play at home?

Computer/electronic games

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

Just being able to stay home and enjoy peace and quiet, along with keeping busy on the computer.

How many children do you have?

2 - 3

What do you typically do on a Saturday night?

Stay at home and watch TV

What is your educational background?

High School

What is your favorite type of music?

Country Western

What is your dream vacation?

Staying home and enjoying my own back yard has been my dream vacation for years. Finally, upon retirement, I am enjoying that vacation.

What organizations do you belong to?

None. I left all of them behind when I retired.

Men look most attractive in:

Jeans & T-shirt

Where were you born?

El Paso, Texas

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

$3.56 - $4.00

What is your favorite picnic food?

Sandwiches & Chips