Updated Saturday, 6 October 2012
Do you like s'mores and s'mores-flavored things?
Adore them! Things that smell like them, things that taste like them, things that look like them! Takes me right back to Girl Scouts. Campfires and burnt marshmallows! Heaven!
What's the neatest freebie you've gotten? It can be cool or thoughtful or just totally unexpected, and not limited to BPALdom.
Well, it goes without saying that BPAL forumites are the most generous folks on the planet! I was blown away truly, and can only hope to return all the kindnesses. On a nonBPAL front, a silver artist from etsy once sent me sterling silver dragonfly earrings out of the blue. A truly unexpected and touching gift, as we had been conversing on how dragonflies carry messages from beyond, and my grandmother had just died.
Would you enjoy receiving cute but useful items like colorful kitchen utensils/gadgets, or bento supplies? (boxes, chopsticks, accessories, etc?) What about things like spice mixes (homemade, or Penzey's for example)
Definitely love chopsticks! Both for eating, and for my hair! And I am laughing about this question, because I had already indicated my desire for new measuring spoons on my SW questionnaire. So yes! Lol! Also love spices and mixes of all kinds.
Do you like cute, seasonal or fluffy PJ bottoms? Like they sell at Target, Old Navy (they have had cute Halloween ones!) If so, what size do you wear?
I wear 16/18 bottoms, so I am not sure target pj bottoms would fit me. If they are stretchy, I would LOVE some. I spend four hours a month hooked up to an IV getting immunoglobulin, so I love comfy things to lounge in.
What kind of chocolate do you like? Nuts, no nuts, white,dark, etc?
I adore chocolate of all kinds, but in particular the dark stuff! Nuts, no nuts, fruit, coffee, and especially chili pepper are amazing in chocolate!
I live near a Whole Foods, Trader Joe's, and Penzeys! What does your little heart desire from any or all of these places?
I am lucky to live about half a mile from Trader Joe's myself, but not the other two. I particularly love organic teas and chocolate.
Are home made foods acceptable or does the idea of eating strange mailed food disturb you?
The strangest mailed food I ever had was some kind of Easter bread with dyed Easter eggs embedded in it from my ex-husband's Greek father, so I say bring it on! Lol!
I just gave you $20 and sent you into a "has everything" store ala Walmart and told you that you have to come out having spent it all, and none of it on anything you need. What would you buy? Be as specific as possible!
An assortment of greeting cards, all holidays and occasions, because I never seem to have them when I need them.
What kind of cuisines do you like? (I mentioned this in my ?aire but curious what my witch may like)And, what are your favorite restaurants?
Italian is probably my ultimate fave(pasta!!!), but I am also a huge fan of Japanese, Thai, Vietnamese, and Mexican.
Do you have an eReader and if so which one?
Kindle Touch with lighted cover, and also an iPad. Am trying to restrain myself from buying the new Kindle Paperwhite.
Do you like candles, or tart burners, or something? If so, what's your favorite scent to burn?
Yes, yes, and yes. This time of year I am going for the more autumnal scents, but nothing that smells too much like real food because my roommate claims they make him hungry! Ha ha! .
I'm from Canada - is there anything specifically a witchee might like that is only available here?
Did someone mention Maple??? Mmmmmmmm.
what are your "fandoms" and would you like a t-shirt from TeeFury if an appropriate one came up?
Wonder Woman, Tarot Witch of the Black Rose, Cherri Creeper, Snow White, tees in XL
Marzipan
Yum, yum, yum! Marzipan = Magic!
Would you be interested in washable/reusable muslin “paper” towels (basically muslin squares hemmed around the edge)? Maybe in some sort of box to put on your kitchen or bathroom counter?
Yes! Sounds great. Some people think it’s gross, but I have recently switched to handkerchiefs from Kleenex. So much softer on the nose! I could bleach these along with those!
Do you drink alcohol and if so, would you be OK with your witch sending you homemade infused vodka? Also, does your state allow alcohol to be shipped through the mail?.
I don’t think Ohio allows it…
If you get me (or a fellow Aussie, if there are any playing this round) as a witch or witch's minion, would you like to try some Australian specialties, such as TimTams (delicious chocolately cookies), Caramello Koalas (koala shaped chocolates filled with gloopy caramel), Australian native spices or anything like that?
Never tried any of it, so yes!
If your witch is a knitter, crocheter or sewer, is there a particular type of garment you would love to receive (hat, scarf, wrap, cowl, socks, fingerless gloves, arm warmers etc)?
Fingerless gloves sound amazing!!!
Is there anyone else in your house (kids, pets, partner) that would really appreciate a small gift being included for them in the switchwitchy haul so they don't feel left out?
My two Pomeranians Lucy and Jessie love to chase tennis balls, and as we are always losing them, would love more (I swear all of the furniture in my house has at least ten tennis balls under it!)
How would you feel about a taste of (insert witch location here) box?
That would be lovely!
Since it's been mentioned several times, and I've also offered to nacho witch some, would you you like to receive wild rice and or maple syrup? I promise to include recipe ideas with the wild rice.
Oh yummy yes!
I have 5 bushels of tomatoes sitting in the kitchen right now that are supposed to turn into red sauce tomorrow, so would anyone like a basic red sauce (spaghetti sauce) to make its way to them?
I would swoon with happiness!
Would you be interested in having a bat adopted in your name?A bat or any other animal! My mother adopted me a manatee!
Some of your favorite artists? Classic and modern? Renoir, Cirro Marchetti
If you could have an image or certain subject painted for you on any type of "canvas" (on a box, on paper, on a canvas, and so on) - could you point your witch to some of these images? Mermaids or Red-tailed hawk
Is there a GC scent that's been on your list for ages but keeps falling off the bottom of your order because of the LEs? Ages for me is only a matter of months! Titania is the one I hope to get next!
I've been getting into indie nail polish brands recently. What's your favorite indie brand of nail polish? Or what's your favorite mainstream brand of nail polish? Or are you not big on polish? It is my passion and obsession! Any and all!
Would you be interested in beer, wine, or other specialty beverages from your Witch's area? Not sure it’s allowed in Ohio!
Are there any crafts/skills you've wanted to learn but haven't gotten around to? And if so, would you be interested in supplies and tutorials? I full to the brim with things I never have time to make due to work driving me crazy! I am stocked up for retirement (if it ever comes!)
Do you Ravelry? And if so, what's your handle over there? Would you be interested in gift patterns from your queue?
Who likes Pumpkin Spice Hershey Kisses? Those sound like a mouth orgasm! Yes please!
What does your kitchen look like? Colors/style? A disorganized mess!
Witchee, what are your favorite quotes? “Shoot for the moon. Even if you miss, you will land among the stars.”
Put your iPod/MP3 player/what-have-you on random and list the first 10 songs it plays! 1. Montego Bay-Bobby Bloom 2. The Hard Way-Mary Chapin Carpenter 3. Love in Action – Todd Rundgren 4. Echa Pa’Lante-Thalia 5. Sound of Freedom-Gary Pine and Dollarman 6. It Won’t Be the Same This Year – Vince Gill 7. Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas – Michael Bolton (two Xmas songs in a row? How does this happen?) 8. That Voice Again-Peter Gabriel 9. My Mistake-Marvin Gaye 10. I Want to Give it All – Air Supply
What's one random thing you really like and one random thing you really dislike?
Like:
Dislike: Cheese! Especially cheddar and American. Go figure. I think I am the only person on the planet. Also celery. Which often comes with Cheese. Blecch. But I am guessing my witch is unlikely to send me celery. ☺
Are there any herbs that you haven't been able to lay hands on that I could send you? There's an herbal shop I really like here in NYC called Flower Power that has quite a wide selection. Any and all herbs!
If there are no "witchy" shops near you, is there anything I can pick up for you from Enchantments? Thank the Goddess I have a lovely “witchy” shop nearby, but new stones are always welcome!
Hey Witchee! I want to send you a delivery. It could be cupcakes from a local bakery, it could be a singing hugging bear-a-gram, it could be a bouquet of flowers. But it will be something that you need to be there to receive.
a) Are you OK with "special deliveries"? I work 9-5 on a place that requires special access to get into ☹
Is the address in your questionnaire the best place to reach you for said deliveries? No, sorry
c) If the delivery requires a phone number (as say, some florists do) would you be OK with that information being tracked down by your Witch or asked of you anonymously? I wish I could! Great idea, witch!
What are some things you are OK with receiving gently used or homemade, and some things you absolutely do not want if they are gently used or homemade I am okay with any gifts anyone is kind enough to give!
Do you have any Fall or Halloween traditions? Sitting on the front porch, with all the neighbors on their front porches, handing out candy and talking to each other across the yards while the sun slowly sets
Are you a gamer (of any sort - video, casual, tabletop) and are there any games you want? Nope!
Do you like coffee? If so, what kinds? Flavored, fancy, basic? Beans or ground? Ground, any flavor, any kind!
Would a Starbucks gift card make you happy or do you prefer your local place? I’d be berry happy!
Would you be interested in BPTP CANDY? Yes, please!
CUSTOM-Made Pottery?? yea or nay? coffee mugs, rustic or more elegant? a set of bowls? soap dish? bird feeder? something alltogether different? and lastly, good colors for glazes...? butter dish with a handle on the lid (requested by my roommate!) Burgundy/hunter green would be good.
Songs that you keep meaning to buy but never get round to it? Buying all on iTunes these days! Latest Pink album!
Movies that you love but forgot to put in your questionaire?I don’t remember what I put in my questionnaire! LOL! Roman Holiday, GWTW, Stage Door, The Sound of Music, Monty Python’s Holy Grail, Best in Show, Steel Magnolias, Cinderella, Sleeping Beauty, Princess and the Frog, Avatar, Last of the Mohicans, Sabrina… is that enough??? I have LOTS of faves!
Name one movie you keep meaning to buy, but just never get around to getting? Stage Door with Katherine Hepburn and many other wonderful actresses!
Any favorite Bath & Body Works scents/products? Trying to get away from them!
Haus of Gloi is offering custom perfumes - would you like one? What would your ideal blend be? Don’t know yet! BPAL is overwhelming enough! So far I am loving honey scents the most, but don’t know what an “ideal” blend would be
Any Bath, Body or nutritional type items you would love to try from a Natural and Organic food store (similar to Whole Foods) that you don't buy because they are a bit too pricey?
Would love more pink sea salt or organic coconut oil
Tell me of your taste preferences. Dry/sweet? Red/white? Lager/ale/porter/stout? Fruit? Spice? Hops? Sour (brettanomyces, etc)? Sweet, fruity, no hops, no sour!
are there any if MeiLin's books (e-book or print) you'd be interested in? ooooh sounds wonderful! Never read any. Thanks for turning me on to her!
I'm about to be near a Lush store next week, is there anything you might like from there? Oooh, Honey I Shrunk the Kids soap!!!
Witchee, will you be gone from your normal mailing address at any point during the round? Nope! I’ll be here!
Are you a Disney fan or does even thinking about Disney make your head hurt? If you're into Disney, would you like something from the Happiest Place on Earth? Love ANYTHING related to a Disney Princess (Cinderella, Sleeping Beauty, Snow White especially)
dear witchee, would you, could you use an electric candle warmer? Yes!!!
Do you lust after some new socks/tights? Sox are always appreciated!
You are meeting up with someone on a casual lunch/early afternoon thing. This person is someone you want to impress/look good for (for whatever reason, not necessarily romantic, and not necessarily for business either). What would you look like, given the contents of your wardrobe/etc? Long flowy burgundy skirt, pumpkin colored v-neck sweater and suede boots.
You are to be let loose in a clothing store of your choice, to pick a full outfit, down to the shoes, the accessories, etc. and things would be altered to fit you if needed. What store would that be, and what would you look like? I would look like Stevie Nicks in something from a vintage thrift store. All black and purple and turquoise lace with legwarmers and black granny boots.
You open a box from the post office to reveal the 3 things you want most right now. What are they? (caveats: size doesn't matter, but they have to be tangible/buyable).
New summer tires for my car, homemade shoes from Soft Star, new clogging shoes for my roommate/best friend who is competing for Miss Gay America next month!
WHAT MAKES YOU LAUGH YOUR ASS OFF!!! movies, comedians, black humor, your partner, a comic strip? what?
Britcoms, especially Keeping Up Appearances and As Time Goes By. Also the movies Office Space and Monty Python’s Holy Grail
Candy Corn? Yes, yes, yes, yes!!!!!
I live in Japan. Anything you would be interested in from there? Anything that doesn’t cost too much for you to ship! Rice candy!
If you have cats, do they like catnip toys? If you have doggies, would they like a super-reinforced canvas toy with a squeaker in it? Yes to both!
If you have kids, what are they into? Just furbabies of the canine and feline kind. And they are into EVERYTHING ☺
How do you feel about wearable knitted lace? Shawls, wraps, and the like? OMG I would wear something like that everyday!
Looking at the warehouse, I notice that our lovely Greenwoodtree is able to do chart readings and/or forecasts at a very reasonable rate. Is this something you would want? Would LOVE a reading of my Natal Chart. November 16, 1965, 8:07 PM in Melbourne, Florida
Do you have a forum buddy? Someone who knows you and/or your tastes well enough to answer questions on your behalf? Too new! LOL! But I am not picky in the slightest! I like everything that doesn’t bite me first! And even THAT might be interesting…
If you are on Livejournal, would you appreciate LJ stuff like paid time, custom userheads, stuff like that? If you are NOT on LJ but are on other sites that have similar paid-for services (Flickr, for example?) would you, and what are those sites/etc? Not on LJ or anything else. All my time is spent playing SW Ketchup! LOL!
if you are into tarot, what is your favorite card? Depends on the day! Today it’s the Queen of Wands. I want to be her!
would you like your own set of handmade rune stones or worry stones? Ohmygoodness handmade rune stones!!! I wold swoon!
Coffee, tea, hot chocolate, cider, or none of the above? Love all of it!
Gum, hard candy, soft candy, or none of the above? Yes, yes, and yes please!
Loose tea or tea bags? Do you need anything for your loose tea? (Filters, presses, etc.) Filters would be loverly! I used bags and loose.
Do you do Goodreads or LibraryThing or a site like that? If so, can I see your to-read list, please? My Kindle is stocked with enough reading material to last my entire life! LOL!
What is your holy grail "I'd kill to just have one drop in an imp" bpal scent? I don’t know! Too new! Perhaps some of this fabulous aged Snake Oil that I keep hearing about and years away from aging myself!
Are there any existing Weenies that you have your eye on, but haven't gotten around to getting? Still waiting on my decants to know which ones I like! Will edit if they arrive.
if you wear earrings, do you have pierced ears? Yes, four holes. Three in one ear.
HAUNT - don't have any experience with the brand, so don't feel pressure to go out of your way.
GODIVA - if you want to, BRING IT ON!
NYCC - Would LOVE to try Nymphes de Pave!
California: Love any and all Disneyanna, particularly Snow White, Cinderella, & Sleeping Beauty. And Alice in Wonderland. And Princess and the Frog... And...
IngenuiTEA: Sounds interesting!
Fusion Sweets: Sounds yummy and I love supporting Etsy vendors (altho I have NO IDEA how to make a wishlist there! I looked! I promise!)
Comics: Too many to list here!!! LOL! And I'm trying to cut back! Running SERIOUSLY short of storage space!
Are you dressing up for Halloween, Witchee? If so, is there anything you're looking for to complete your costume?
I have a lovely black velvet cape lined in purple satin in which I sit on the front porch and hand out candy and wave to neighbors. A matching hat would be lovely, but not required! Sooo much fun!
Do you need any accessories for your smartphone (case, skin, etc)?
While everyone else is upgrading, I downgraded! Talking and text only. I figured with an iPad, a Macbook, a Kindle, a GPS in my car and my PC at work, why pay for the extra connectivity? Loves me lil Dumbphone! Altho when my contract is up next year, I may be sorely tempted by the iPhone danggit. Apple design beckons like a seductive Siren's call...
