Rory O'Connal: Questionnaires 31-35
Questionnaire #31 -- Skills (take two)
Can you ride a bike?
Yes, taught by my Dad at an early age. I taught my litte brother, but we both prefer horses.
Can you drive? If so, what?
Yes, I drive a Range Rover (getting rather old now), a people carrier or a horse box. It's a good thing I do, because my wife can't drive at all.
Can you swim?
Yes. My father and grandfather taught me at the beach when I was about six.
Can you fly?
Only with someone else as the pilot.
Can you fight?
Yes, I was a bit taller than a lot of my age group and I used to protect smaller kids from bullies. Later I got into a lot more fights, with huntsmen and arrogant types. I've calmed down a lot in the last ten years.
Can you lead?
Yes, you have to when you run a stableyard.
Questionnaire #32 -- Either/Or take two
Would you rather...
1. Eat an endless amount or photosynthesize?
Eat, I suppose. I love colcannon.
2. Hold your breath indefinitely or make yourself turn blue?
Wouldn't that be the same thing?
3. Learn sign language or talk without moving your lips?
Sign language.
4. Keep your eyes open without blinking or be able to turn off your hearing?
The eyes.
5. Fly or walk through solid matter?
Fly.
6. Live forever and stay young or be reincarnated with your old memories?
Neither appeals, but definitely not reincarnation.
Questionnaire #33 -- Money
Are you poor, rich, or in between?
Rich. I married a millionairess (for love, before you jump to any conclusions)
Growing up were you poor, rich or in between?
We had enough. We were comfortable.
Is money important to you?
No. All I need is enough to pay the bills.
How do you acquire money?
I married a good share, but I work hard at the stableyard.
What is your most valuable possession?
No idea.
What is your most valued possession?
My wedding ring.
Questionnaire #34 - Work, rest and play
Do you nap frequently? Where is your favourite place to do so?
No, not frequently, but when I do, a hayloft is good.
Are you lazy, or active? Somewhere in between?
Very active.
What time do you do your best work?
Around dawn.
Would you rather work, play, or relax?
My work is riding, so I can do al three at once.
What is your favourite way to relax?
Snuggling with my wife.
What is your favourite play activity?
Emma and I play pirates or do other silly things. I love it.
Questionnaire #35 -- Random (2)
Have you ever touched a dolphin?
Yes, Fungi in Dingle Bay some years ago.
Do you like the feeling of silk?
Yes. I love it when Emma wears silky things.
What's your favourite fruit?
Apples. A child of our acquaintance wanted us to live "appley ever after" after our wedding. She hid apples in our luggage. Every bite of apple reminds me of our wonderful honeymoon.
What's your favourite movie? (Favourite story/tale if you live in a world where there are no movies)
Evelyn. It's all about a man's legal battle to keep his children. Profoundly moving.
What is your favourite type of storm (ie, hurricane, thunderstorm, etc)?
Thunderstorm. Emma and I both love to be outside during a storm.
Have you ever been so tired you fell asleep sitting or standing? What circumstances led to this?
Yes, usually when staying up all night taking care of a horse, or Emma.
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