July 16, 2004
Lots of Memes!
These are all from yesterday:
This week sees the opening of the film adaptation of Isaac Asimov's classic "I, Robot" starring Will Smith.
1) Who or what is your favorite movie robot?
It would have to be HAL from the movie 2001. Poor HAL. As paranoid and ruthless as he became I felt a little sorry for him when Dave pulled the plug on him and he regressed to the point of singing “Bicycle for Two” and beyond.
2) Will we ever see the day where walking, talking robots truly become a part of every day life?
I would say yes although the idea gives me the heebie jeebies
3) Should a robot ever be programmed to kill a human?
No no no no no!!!!
BONUS) If you had a personal robot, what would you call it? What would you like it to do for you?
If I had a personal robot I would call it Hazel and I would have it do all my boring household chores.
1. What's the longest distance you've had to commute? Was it worth it?
The longest commute in terms of mileage was 17 one way. In terms of time, it was over an hour. The money was good so I suppose I shouldn’t complain
2. If you have a commute, what mode of transportation do you use? What do you do during it?
Most of the time I’d drive a car because there’s no reliable transportation. I’d play my radio real loud! When public transportation is available I tend to use it.
3. How important is commute distance when choosing a job?
Having been a part of commuting nightmares for years, I would say it is very important.
Bonus Question for Comments: What do you think of carpooling? Does it work? Why/Why not?
I like carpooling! Any time I’ve participated, the time has passed swiftly. I saved on gas and on aggravation. It’s especially nice if the car pool works in the same place.
::State Fair and Rodeo::
Onesome- State: What state (or territory) do you live in? Have you lived in any other(s)? Where would you like to live? And as a bonus: Any idea what year your state became a state? *grin*
Right now I am living in New Jersey. I’ve also lived on Long Island in New York and in Maryland. I would live with TB wherever he is … it’d be nice if we wind up somewhere along the Jersey shore or the eastern shore of Maryland, or in the Carolinas. When did NJ become a state? Beats me! I'd have to cheat and look it up! 
Twosome- Fair: Or amusement parks: Did you enjoy them as a kid? What was your favorite ride? How do you feel about them now? Ready to go wander around one again, sampling funnel cakes and corn dogs and riding rides until you're sick or would you rather just enjoy the entertainment or stay home and avoid the crowds?
I loved amusement parks when I was a kid! My favorite ride was the ferris wheel. It wasn’t as boring as the merry-go-round but also not as scary as a roller coaster! I still enjoy amusement parks and fairs although my joints start aching when I walk around a lot. I loved the theme parks in Orlando. We went to Universal Studios and to Walt Disney World. I’d do it again in a New York minute!
Threesome- And Rodeo: Have you ever been to or watched a rodeo on TV? Did you enjoy it or consider it a barbaric spectacle? If you liked it, what was your favorite event? Ever tempted to race barrels or ride a bull yourself?
I’ve seen rodeos on TV. I thought it was pretty exciting although I would never ever do what those cowboys do. My favorite event is when the cowboys try to ride a bull.