Tuesday, June 14, 2005

Is this like a chain letter?

I have been tagged by Rich Girl. Legend has it that I must now complete five of the following statements, and then tag three others to do the same:

If I could be a musician, If I could be a doctor, If I could be a painter, If I could be a gardener, If I could be a missionary, If I could be a chef, If I could be an architect, If I could be a linguist, If I could be a psychologist, If I could be a librarian, If I could be an athlete, If I could be a lawyer, If I could be an inn-keeper, If I could be a professor, If I could be a writer, If I could be a llama-rider, If I could be a bonnie pirate, If I could be an astronaut, If I could be a world famous blogger, If I could be a justice on any one court in the world, If I could be married to any current famous political figure

NOTE: The original phrasing is “If I could be a …” but I am changing it to “If I were a…” I’ve made this change because my mama always told me I could be whatever I wanted to be – so to me it’s not a question of could. I COULD be any of these things with determination - and the right schooling, talent, connections. Though it's very hard to get into a reputable pirate school these days. Here we go:

If I were a farmer…
I would be really proud of myself for working with my hands and the earth – for doing something tangible and real. I’d feed my family with the food I grew as well as many other families. And I’d definitely run a Community Supported Agriculture farm.

If I were an architect…
I’d design a building for Philadelphia that would become the hallmark of the city skyline. It would pay homage to Colonial Philadelphia while incorporating new style and technology. And I certainly would not design in concrete – I’m no fan of Louis Kahn.

If I were a writer…
I’d write novels that introduced my readers to different places and different times – gave them a bit of history and knowledge all the while telling memorable fictional accounts of the lives and relationships of believable and touching characters.

If I were a bonnie pirate…
Avast me hearties! I’d shiver me timbers searching the briny deep for doubloons.

If I married any current famous political figure…
It would be Barack Obama. He seems like the real deal and I hope someday our country is smart enough to elect him to our highest office. Not likely, but it's a lovely dream.

And now I have to pass this tag on. Hmmm… Who will be good humored enough to answer the questions? I’m looking at you – Jen, Katy, Kelly.

3 comments:

Marksthespot said...

Under any other circumstances I'd fight like hell to keep you, but for Obama I will gracefully step aside.

Katy said...

aaaw how tender!!

Jen O. said...

"I’d feed my family with the food I grew as well as many other families."

Sounds suspiciously Sweeney Todd-like...