General questions
What do you do for a living?
math teacher in jersey city middle school
What religions or philosophies of life do you believe in?
random acts of kindness, do unto others, live in the moment
What are your favorite books?
anything by michael cunningham, raymond carver, tom robbins, bukowski, new fiction and short stories
What type of books do you like to read?
sociology, cultural criticism, short stories, books whose characters i relate to
What type of movies or television shows do you watch?
"parfect partner" on discovery channel, "six feet under," "anna nicole"
independent and foreign films, occasional blockbuster if it is exeptional
What kind of music do you like?
punk, bluegrass, classic rock, folk, world music
What type of foods do you like to eat?
thai, indian, italian, greek, turkish, ethiopian....anything but japanese
Do you consider yourself to be more of a conservative or liberal person?
depends on the day...usually liberal
What do you like to do for fun?
roam around new york, knit, see movies, museums, cultural events, community events, skiing, loitering
What are some of your interests?
community involvement, issues in education, art, poetry, falling in love, experiencing life, passion
What achievements in your life are you most proud of?
becoming a teacher, trying to do right by my students, being strong and independent during tough times