I would say the fear of making myself look stupid. I hate making mistakes that make me look foolish and avoid them like the plague to the extent that I do not engage in normal human interactions.

During football season, my favorite day is Sunday; otherwise, it would be Caturday.

U2's live version of "One" from Go Home:Live from Slane Castle. I can get lost in that song and just wish it would go on forever.

Anything that gets my mind racing. It does not happen often, but if I have a personal problem, a puzzle, a plot point in a movie or bookm or any other thing that I want to figure out, it can keep me from falling asleep. Oddly enough, worry is way down on that list.

I talk to my cats more than anyone else. I live alone and do not get out much, so they are my main companions. They do see, to like the attention.

Cooler weather, longer nights, and football.

Man is a very aggressive species, and conflict is hardwired into the genetic makeup, so I doubt there will ever be a time of peace. The best that can be hoped for are eras with no massive wars.

I get a kick out of watching my cats, Loki and Nuby, playing with each. Attack and counterattack, chase and ambush. Funny stuff.

I like a rip-roaring thunderstorm with gully-washer rain, heavy winds, and a dramatic temperature drop on a hot summer day.