March 2015 Question #5 and Question #6

Asked by guywithmonsters:

"What one book would you have everyone read if you could?"

Honestly, I don't have an answer for this one, as I've never had a book that had an overly profound effect on me. This has more to do with my reasons for reading and the type of books I go for.

Since I left college, I have made reading (outside of work) strictly an activity for pleasure. I read very little non-fiction for fun. I read to escape and they tend to be horror, mystery, and science fiction.

However, I guess if I had such a power to make people read something, I probably would have them read something outside their usual comfort zone in the hopes of expanding their horizons. For example, I would make overly religious people read a book on witchcraft or paganism, or a racist read a book by Toni Morrison or Terry McMillan.

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Asked by boobooirl:

"If you had to stay one age for the rest of your life what age would you choose?"

I guess there would be a lot of perks to say I would like to be 21 or 25 again, but as I've gotten older I realize how people my age often view the people that age. To be viewed as a adult "kid" would not be so fun.

I think I would choose "35" as my permanent age. It seems like that is a great place to be, experienced enough to have the respect of others, but young enough to still enjoy an evening out with friends. At 35, I think I was in my best shape and my work life was at a very exciting stage. If I could maintain the feeling that accompanied that year, I think it would be a great life.

What about you guys?

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