Survey - 01.07.14 in Your Face

I pinched this from one of my bookmarks - I can't remember the last time I did one of these.

Where were you born? Coffs Harbour, NSW Australia

Do you still live there? No way. In fact, I have lived in 13 places since then. I've moved more times than that, but that was to and from my mother's house in between trips overseas, so it's 13 locations, but more like 18 moves (in 29 years!).

Where would you want to live, ideally? I really liked West Nyack, NY. I saw a lot of nice places in NY, actually.

How old were you when you lost your virginity? 15.

Was it good? Not really. I remember turning my face away because I feel awkward, and focusing on a poster of the Australian cricket team that said, "Go Aussie, Go!", so that was kind of appropriate.

Are you still with that person? Heck no. We were far too young and emotionally invested in a relationship that would never have a future. He started cross dressing towards the end of our relationship, and I have never ever mentioned that to anyone prior to this entry, and I only mention it know because I know that he is guaranteed anonymity. He's happily married.

Have you ever eaten fruit right off the tree/vine/bush? I ate a couple of mulberries once, then decided it was way more fun to squish them on my skin so that the juice looked like blood. I'm not really a fruit person.

Do you have or wish to have a garden? I like the idea of a garden, but do not have the patience or dedication.

Do you like to fly (on airplanes)? Like it? Not really. I've done an awful lot of it, so unfortunately it no longer has that sense of excitement or anticipation for me.

Do you have any siblings? Three, all older. My eldest brother is the one with the three kids, my second brother is the one that lives at mother's house with me and just had shoulder surgery, and my sister is the love of my life.

Do you get along? Yes. My second brother is a pain, and we'll all a bit irritated with him at the moment, but that doesn't stop us loving one another. We often gang up on mother when she's being a weirdo, which helps.

Do you own a smartphone? Yes! It's new. Heslop gave me his old one and it's my first foray into the smartphone world. I know I'm behind the times, but it has never been a priority for me. The biggest excitement for me is having a functional camera and being able to keep an eye on my email when I'm away from my laptop (M and I correspond via email).

Have you ever sent anyone nudies? Yes. I sent one to my husband just the other night.

Has anyone ever sent you nudies? Yes, my husband sent me quite a few saucy snaps during our "courtship", ha.

If you could be with one celebrity of the same sex who would it be (or opposite if gay)? Good question. I'm not really sure. I think Nicole Richie is absolutely adorable.

Have you ever had a dream about work? Oh yes, I used to on a regular basis. Not even exciting ones, I would dream about working on files and sending emails, and by the time I woke up, I was exhausted and ready to cry at the idea of going to work for the day, after feeling as though I had been there all night.

Have you ever done something creative you've received genuine praise for? I don't think so. I'm not very creative. People tend to think my jokes are very funny, but to be honest, they are mostly borrowed from cartoons, movies and song lyrics.

Are you submissive or dominant sexually? Submissive. I like my husband to run the show, he's very good at it and knows what he wants.

More of a giver or a receiver? I giver, I think. That applies regardless of whether this question refers to sex life or other.

Do you have sex regularly? I don't really want to answer this. I mean, no, of course not when my husband and I are in separate countries. Prior to him leaving, however, I was in a really bad state emotionally, and I am afraid we didn't get into it for at least two months before he left.

Have you ever had it unprotected? Yes. Plenty of times. And, come on. I'm married. He bought it.

Have you ever done any drugs? If so what? Yes, I smoked pot less than five times when I was around 18 or 19 years old. Didn't really enjoy it. I have never tried anything else, because it just doesn't interest me. I will smoke and drink, though.

What possession have you owned the longest? Not really sure, but a contender would be a large, original Polly Pocket play set.

Do you want/have kids and how many? No, none. And before you start in with, "You'll change your mind one day", save your breath. I'm 29 and haven't yet had the slightest inkling that I should procreate. My husband and I are in agreement that we will not be having children. He is 40 and has zero desire. We have different plans for our life together, and we give, and will continue to give, to society in other ways.

What is your opinion about love? Love is hurting me right now, but I wouldn't change a thing. I am lucky to have found it.

What is your opinion about chivalry? I like it, but it should go both ways.

What is your opinion about same-sex marriage? I don't see what the big deal is. A union between two persons ought to be recognised. The courts will recognise the dissolution of a same sex couple when it comes to division of assets, so why not recognise the marriage?

Do you cry at movies? Oh yes. Particularly in my present hyper-emotional state.