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Have you filed your taxes yet?
All filed and refund is back. No, I'm putting it off until the last minute. No rush, I have to pay.

Is the economy turning around yet?
A little bit, let's think positive! Not even close. Definitely, things are improving. Elsewhere, but not here.

Has there been too much attention over Michael Jackson?
Way, way too much. Maybe, but it's OK. No way, he's the 'King of Pop!' Michael who?

With whom would you like to dine in heaven?
Michael Jackson Farrah Fawcett Ed McMahon Billy Mays

Any TV problems after the D-TV transition?
Nope, smooth sailing. Yes, a few TVs still to go. None of my TVs are working. Never watch it.

Do you support Obama's choice for Supreme Court?
Yes, she's a wonderful choice. No, she's not right for the court. I'm waiting for the hearings. It really doesn't matter anyway.

How many jobs do you expect to have in your lifetime?
It's good to change every 10 years or so. I change about every year or two. I'm a "lifer" at my profession. I just want to get ONE job!

Do you plan to attend Memorial Day services?
Wouldn't miss it. That's a good idea, maybe I'll try. Nope, too busy already. Never been there, never will.

How soon to the recession ends?
Sometime this year, for sure! Probably not till next year. I really don't think it's a true recession. I see no end in sight.

How far will you travel for a summer vacation?
We're staying close to home in Iowa. We'll venture around the Midwest. Hope to go 1,000 a miles of more! No vacation, no way, not this year.

Are you worried about the flu?
Not at all. Not any more than usual. Well, it is a bit scary. What flu?

How do you rate Obama's first 100 days?
A - He's great! B - Mostly doing well. C - Nothing special, nothing terrible. D - How much longer are we stuck with him?

Is tough interrogation the same as torture?
Yes, it's just as bad. No, not at all. I really don't care. Maybe, but it's necessary to protect America.

So, how much did you pay in taxes this year?
About the same as last year. Yipee, I paid less this year! Are you kidding, I paid more! Didn't file, don't pay.

What do you use most often?
Cell phones are great, but I still want a land line. Just a land line is still fine for me. Cut the cord, cell phone is only way to go!

What would help most to create jobs county-wide?
Cut electric rates. Lift zoning rules to help small business. Cut property taxes. Tax abatement for new business.

What would be a good use for the old hospital?
Public Health, free clinic, medical offices. Tear it down and expand cemetery. Convert to housing. Convert to retail space.

Has your employer?
Layed off workers. Frozen or reduced wages. Furloughed workers. One or more of the above. None of the above.

When should school start?
After Labor Day. Fourth Monday in August, or later. No rules, let school boards decide. I want year-round school!

How many dogs is too many dogs?
There's no such thing as too many dogs! Anything more than two dogs. Anything more than four dogs. One dog is too many for me.

How often are you on the cell when driving?
Every time I drive. Maybe once a day. A few times a week. Never, or almost never.

Are you saving more these days?
No way, nothing left over. Saving about the same. Definitely, saving for hard times ahead. Not a saver anyway.

How clean is your house?
Martha Stewart is jealous. Patridge Family: live in our vehicle anyway. Sanford and Son - some treasures, some trash. I could be Carol Brady if we could afford Alice.

Chose some 'alternate' names for the Thanksgiving turkeys:
Tender and Juicy Roasted and Stuffed Potatoes and Gravy Blessed and Thankful

Choose some 'alternate names' for the Thanksgiving turkeys:
Tender and Juicy Roasted and Stuffed Potatoes and Gravy Blessed and Thankful

How often do you work from home?
Every day, it's great! Once a week or more. A few times a month. I never work from home.

What president from the past would you like back?
We need FDR for times like these. Reagan, we need an optimist to lead us. Clinton, Clinton, Clinton. I long for the Kennedy years.

How long could you last jobless?
Not even a week. Only about a month. Two to three months. Six months without a problem.

With whom would you want to shipwrecked on a tropical island?
My good and faithful pet. My sweet and loving spouse. No one, let me be alone!

Do you support the Second Amendment?
Yes, guns are both a tool and a protection device. No, we should outlaw all guns. Guns are OK, but with some restirctions.

Where does your pet sleep?
In a crate or dog bed. In my bed! Anywhere it wants in the house. Anywhere, as long as it's outside.

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