Gemma at Helloit'sGemma asked if she could tag me - I responded in the affirmative however I think she may have been taking the piss out of me as I couldn't see myself mentioned in her post.
Whatever, she can't stop me now.
This meme is based on the Guardian mags questions to celebrities, so for the next five minutes just pretend I'm famous and you're interested.
Which living person do you most admire, and why?
Camillia Batmanghelidjh - a) for all the work she does with the amazing Kids Company and b) because she has 'Batman' in her name.
When were you happiest?
Swimming in the sea in Byron Bay.
What was your most embarrassing moment?
Climbing into bed with my then boyfriends parents after a heavy night out. Eek.
Aside from property, what’s the most expensive thing you’ve bought?
A car
What is your most treasured possession?
My engagement ring which was handed down to me by my grandmother, who received it from her great aunt. Plus my boxes of photos.
Where would you like to live?
Where I am - but in a nice big posh old house.
What’s your favourite smell?
Coffee or my kids musty hair. Mmm.
Who would play you in the film of your life?
Winona Ryder. It's the klepto tendencies...
What is your favourite book?
The Ground beneath her feet by Salmon Rushdie or Paradise Lost by F. Scott Fitzgerald. Really, I'm not making that up.
What is your most unappealing habit?
Disorganisation and procrastination in equal measures.
What would be your fancy dress costume of choice?
Squaw, I'm sure I have a photo somewhere...
What is your earliest memory?
Weeing behind the piano in my bedroom (well I'm hoping this was a very early memory)
What is your guiltiest pleasure?
Eating a whole box of French Fancies in one go.
What do you owe your parents?
Compassion, security and a whole heap more.
To whom would you most like to say sorry, and why?
To anyone reading this for the five minutes they will never get back.
What or who is the greatest love of your life?
My children of course, oh and a good Barolo.
What does love feel like?
A big hug with a giant teddy bear.
What was the best kiss of your life?
University and a sparkling water shower. I will say no more on the matter.
Which words or phrases do you most overuse?
'Where's your other sock?'
What is the worst job you’ve done?
Washer-upper at 15 (not the restaurant, the age).
If you could edit your past, what would you change?
I'd omit all my unnecessary worrying.
What is the closest you’ve come to death?
Driving in Australia when a tyre blew and we coasted across the freeway. The angels were circling.
When did you last cry, and why?
Can't remember. That's good right?
How do you relax?
Relax? What's that?
What single thing would improve the quality of your life?
An 'off' switch for each of the kids.
What is the most important lesson life has taught you?
Never lose your way in the dark in an unfamiliar house.
Tagging the very talented Reluctant House Dad. Enjoy.
