Psalm 20 - Since You Asked...

The following were questions that were asked of the musical guests for the Youth Specialties Convention this coming Fall. I imagine the purpose was for people to get a better understanding of who they were beyond what people see on stage. Since my blog is basically for that purpose as well…at least it would be if I actually told anyone that I had a blog…I thought I might as well answer the questions too. I mean, I can give useless trivial information that no one really cares about as well as the next person.

As a teenager, who was the biggest influence in your life and in what ways did he/she influence you?

I think that there were two people. One was my grandmother who protected my heart in ways that she will never know. Being my Dad’s mother, she was the one person who could intercede on my behalf against his injustices. I only wished that I had not been separated from her by our move to Arizona when I was 8. The other person was my Sunday School teacher at Bethany Bible Church, Mrs. Slenski. She was faithful to “mother” me spiritually. Her prayers, teaching and affirmation drew me to a clear understanding of what a personal relationship with Christ entailed. My spiritual journey began in her class and continues to this day because of her faithful influence.

Right now, who is the biggest influence on your creativity, thinking, theology or life and how is that influence being played out in your life?

Hummm….right now? Honestly, it is a friend and it is being played out as their influence is allowing me to discover the truth of who I truly am and I am growing through their encouragement to not fear what I was created to be and do.

Who would you like to wrestle?

That depends. For what purpose?

If you could have dinner with anybody who is alive today, who would that be and why?

Whoever it was I would want it to be a one on one conversation because I can get lost in a crowd and I would love their undivided attention. Maybe Billy Graham, but I think I might be too intimidated even though I imagine he is so incredibly gracious and humble. I think I would enjoy dinner with David Crowder because his brain is crazier than mine and I love his music, but he might intimidate me with his razor sharp wit. Perhaps, Shane B for a quiet heart to heart in one of those private booths at The Melting Pot or dessert in the revolving restaurant downtown.

If you could have dinner with anybody in history (not counting Jesus) who would that be and why?

King David because in spite of his imperfections he was described as a man after God’s own heart. I identify with that, plus his prolific writing and his love of music. We could have a harp and tambourine jam.

What drives you crazy?

Chaos…malls during Christmas shopping season….rude people…rush hour traffic…being late for a movie, I have to be there when it starts….people leaving your life, no, that hurts my heart….

Give me three words that describe you?

Honest, compassionate, introspective

With money not being an issue, describe your perfect vacation.

If money were not an issue then I would want to be able to have a different experience yearly. I don’t think that there would be just one perfect vacation. There are too many amazing places out there that I would love to experience. For lodging I love to spend time researching to find the most uniquely quaint bed and breakfasts or resorts wherever I plan to visit. I have to admit that I love comfort, and I really like to be clean, so wherever I end up at night I need a shower and a comfortable bed. I love to find restaurants that are favorites of the locals. I love the beach, so a pristine tropical isle with a room that opens to the ocean would be amazing. But then again, how fun to stay in a 5 star hotel with a view of the city in Manhattan, take a walk through Central Park, attend a Broadway show and then have ice cream at Serendipity. I have spent time on an island off of the coast of Vancouver. British Columbia and it is gorgeous. I would love to find an amazing resort or bed and breakfast on Vancouver Island. I would love to give Quebec City another try. Wherever I am, I prefer to be able to communicate…and I only speak English….unless whoever I am with is braver than myself! Honestly, for me who I am with makes all of the difference as well. Everything is twice as enjoyable shared.

What is your favorite catch phrase?

Whatever….

Choose one from each pair:
Coke or Pepsi – Pepsi, and I can pass the taste test!
Beach or Lake – Beach
Dog or Cat – Dog, one that doesn’t shed.
Italian food or Mexican food – Yes, please!
Deciduous or Coniferous – Deciduous, even though I don’t want to rake the leaves…I love the colors of fall.
Pierce or Tattoo - Pierce
Scrunch or Fold – Definitely fold…unless it is hair. I used to scrunch that.