What does a blogger do when she can’t think of a damned thing else to talk about but needs to post something up in order to keep a regular and diverse stream of available content?
With about 75 seconds of research, I’ve come upon Meme.
What is a meme? I had to google it a while back to figure it out. My conclusion: I’m still not sure.
Seemingly, a meme can be anything from a silly captioned photo to a slogan to a list of personal attributes. I’m still a bit stumped on this one, but of late ‘meme’ appears to be the term used for those survey things we used to do on MySpace in the olden days. For the most part, they’re vain and self-serving (two things which I think get a bad rap), but are at the very least an insight into trivial things you may not have otherwise known about a person.
For all the above stated excuses, I give you – ripped from the pages of my friend Erica’s blog – this ridiculous ‘meme’.
– Dana
The phone rings. Who do you want it to be?
My favorite caller – Wrong Number.
When shopping at the grocery store, do you return your cart?
My fella returns the cart with 100% efficiency.
In a social setting, are you more of a talker or a listener?
If you can get me to shut up, I’m a great listener.
Do you take compliments well?
I never look a gift compliment in the mouth.
Are you an active person?
I wouldn’t run if someone were chasing me, but otherwise am generally active.
If abandoned alone in the wilderness, do you survive?
Not for five seconds. I am a complete wimp. First I’d plop down in the middle of the wilderness and cry. Then I’d probably eat something poisonous and croak. (The above answer is Erica’s, but because it is so profoundly succinct I’ve decided to steal it. I, too, would die almost immediately if not sooner.)
Did you ever go to camp as a kid?
Once. I still cannot believe that I was allowed away for that weekend camp, and with good reason. I was SUCH a misbehaver!
What was your favorite game/s as a kid?
Anything that could be played outside and shoeless; preferably involving lawn darts or some other wildly dangerous 1970’s toy.
A sexy person is pursuing you, but you know that he/she is married, would you?
Never.
Are you judgmental?
Yep. Everyone is, about something. I’m judgmental about littering, kicking puppies, shoving old ladies….lotsa stuff, really.
Do you like to pursue or be pursued?
Both.
Use three words to describe yourself.
Intent Upon Contentment
If you had to choose, would you rather be deaf or blind?
Weird question…I’m going with deaf, since ASL is cool.
Are you continuing your education?
I’m always learning, but am not currently paying anyone (with interest) to teach me.
Do you know how to shoot a gun?
Better than you’d think..
How often do you read books?
Every day. (Me too, Erica.)
Do you think more about the past, present or future?
I don’t think I think much about the present, because I’m in it and it’s happening. Past and future are probably neck and neck.
What is your favorite children’s book?
Where the Wild Things Are
Where is your ideal house located?
Someplace with grass and big trees and a huge yard with a little garden and three fat chickens.
Boxers, briefs, thongs, panties or grannies?
Yes, please.
Last person you talked to?
He’s right….here.
Have you ever taken pictures in a photo booth?
Yep. (Another kindof wasteful meme moment, don’t you think?)
What are your keys on your key chain for?
The things a person needs keys for. Duh moment.
Where was the furthest place you traveled today?
Since I arrived home from my most recent trip after midnight, I’d have to say about 1800 miles.
Where is your current pain?
I feel no pain.
Do you like mustard?
Yep.
Do you prefer to sleep or eat?
Eat. Always eat. I can sleep anytime.
Do you look like your mom or dad?
Definitely my dad.
How long does it take you in the shower?
I don’t shower unless I’m in a hotel and don’t want to float in a much-used tub. Otherwise, I’m an hour-long soaker.
What movie do you want to see right now?
I could re-watch Birdcage…
What did you do for New Year’s?
Went to bed at ten, just like most other nights.
What was the cause of your last accident?
I cannot recall an accident in recent memory. I did once slam into a coworker’s brand new jeep while backing out of my parking space, but that was years ago.
(laughing) These things are addictive, aren’t they? Superficial, silly, and addictive. I used to be rather hooked on them on MySpace. Although sometimes the questions are beyond ridiculous (e.g., What’s your favorite planet?). I tend to skip those.
Erica,
I did a good number of these things on Myspace too, but then they were just called surveys.
What is a meme, by the way? Ha!
Dana,
I like memes because they can be funny even though I don’t understand what they are either. Memes are common on a site called, Palringo. The Grumpy Cat Memes are my favorite. One such meme is where the cat is dressed in a Santa suit and does not smile, and the caption reads, “HO, HO, NO!”. I have a bunch of pics of them on my iPhone. I think you’d get a kick out of them too. I’ll have to email you some.
Tsk! Tsk! Dana. “Stealing” Erica’s post like that! :)
It is fun to get some insight into what our long distance friends like and dislike.
Oh my God! The co-worker’s jeep?! One you like or disliked? LOL
I agree about the bathing vs shower preference but too often I find myself opting for the shower route when in a work routine. I DON’T feel as refreshed as I do from soaking in a hot bath.
If you’re looking for writing topics, any travel misadventures are always entertaining reads here.
Could “meme” be a derivation from “me, me”? Or maybe it’s French for “Oh! Oh! Please call on me! I know!”
In your 75 seconds of research, did you learn how it’s pronounced?