saturday 9: Manic Monday

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1) In this song, Bangles lead singer Susannah Hoffs sings that “it’s 6:00 already.” What time did you wake up this morning?

0510. My alarm was set for 0545, but I can’t remember I slept long enough to wake up to an alarm. Insomnia is fun.

2) She’s running late for work and she wishes her bed was already made so she wouldn’t have to spend time doing it. Do you ever leave the house without making your bed?

It happens. I don’t sweat it. I used to, but really… there are more important things to stress over.

3) She sings that it would take an airplane to get her to work on time. Are you usually early, on time, or late? 

I’m generally early for EVERYTHING. A fallout from my Army days, I guess, when ten minutes early was late.

4) Since Monday is the start of her hectic workweek, she wishes it was Sunday because that’s her “fun day.” What’s your favorite day of the week?

Saturday. It’s the day when I have the least responsibilities! A chill day.

5) “Manic Monday” was written by Prince. What’s your favorite Prince song?

It’s a toss-up between a couple…

6) In 1985, when this song was a hit, Sears promoted sleepwear with characters on them in their children’s department. GI Joe pajamas were popular. When you were a kid, did you have a favorite pair of pjs?

Oh, wow. Probably Strawberry Shortcake. I loved her and Holly Hobbie.

7) A fashion tradition dating back to the early 1900s states that you should put your white slacks, shoes, jackets and belts away after Labor Day. Do you follow that rule?

Nope. Never did, never will. But my grandmother sure did.

8) Traditionally Labor Day marks the moment when fans turn their attention to the NFL and NCAA football. Will you be rooting for a particular football team this season?

No. Everyone forgets the NHL, which also begins in the fall. Preseason starts on the 21st, so it’s all New York Rangers for me!

9) According to the auto insurance industry, the average American spends 52 minutes (26 each way) behind the wheel every day traveling to and from work. How do you while away the time when you’re stuck in traffic?

I work from home, so I rarely get stuck in traffic. My husband, however, listens to symphonic rock while he is in traffic.