Chain Mail Revisited

Trying a 2010s blog trend on for size

I recently stumbled across the blog backup files I archived in Google Drive before axing my old web host membership a few years ago. There are lots of typos, lots of philosophizing about turning 30 (cute), peak 2010s content, and friendly reminders of the franchises I built my world around. Perhaps “Words for the Week” should make a comeback. We all love a good quotation…

Vintage Instagram photo of a Note to Self Print Shop (RIP) quote by Sara Kate from Pastiche Studios

Anyway, perhaps as a level-set for who I am today, I thought a little AOL chain mail style questionnaire circa 2015 could be fun. Please feel free to leave your answers to these questions in the comments or a post of your own, I’d love to know more about you, too.

1. What is the most-played song in your music library?

The most played is probably something gym/workout-related that is not actually reflective of a favorite song… so I’m deviating. The first two are in this playlist.

This month: Come Closer by Sombr, I love his entire album, and this song has such a great beat and matches my level of cranky on a number of occasions.

This year: Let’s see if Spotify Wrapped validates this, but I think it’s Rein Me In by Sam Fender featuring Olivia Dean. Both artists are so incredible!

This decade: I’m not 100% sure, but I really love Maggie Rogers so it’s probably one of her debut album songs like Back In My Body or Light On. This album has no skips and I listen to it all the time.

2. What is your favorite thing about your current occupation or job, whatever it may be?

It’s always the satisfaction of completing a project, and seeing it hit the airwaves. I’m the first to critique it, but that’s life as a creative. We’re always thinking about what’s next, and how it can be different or better. And that’s fun!

3. City or country?

City. And I’m fortunate to have a nice mix of both with a house technically in the city, but with a yard and the niceties of fresh air and friendly neighbors.

4. What is your coping mechanism after a really bad day?

Lifting at the gym, a Peloton ride, or a brisk walk. And if it’s really bad: probably complaining to my mother, who is a great listener, empathizer, and giver of advice.

5. Favorite item in your closet right now?

These shoes. I wear them too much. And also these jeans… I don’t wear them rolled up like they have them styled—but they’re great! Trust me.

6. Skill or craft you still want to learn or work on?

Woodworking. How does one learn woodworking? But I’d be unstoppable if I could build my own shelves.

7. What is your most precious keepsake?

Probably something from my late older brother.

8. What’s at the very tip top of your holiday wish list this year?

I don’t really have any urgent desires this year. I’ve asked for a few books. I’m hoping this one will motivate me to do something meaningful with my back yard!

9. What’s your favorite spot in the town/city/state you currently live in?

My porch. Ha! No offense to North Carolina, I just like being home most of all.

Thank you for reading, I hope you play along…