If you were the architect of one existing building, which building would you select? The tremendous Taj Mahal in Agra, Uttar Pradesh, India. Acclaimed as the jewel of Muslim art, this instantly recognizable white marble mausoleum (which was built as a tomb for the Emperor's wife) is one of the finest examples of Mughal architecture. What is …
Is your refrigerator, organized or a mess inside? An organized mess. Everything is where it should be, but there's a lot of food shouldn't be there any longer... If you could be famous for one thing, what would it be? I'd like to be famous for writing something (an article, a book, a song) that …
What is your favorite type of dog? (can be anything from a specific breed, a stuffed animal, drawing, cartoon or character in a movie or TV show) My favourite breeds are Corgis, Jack Russell Terriers, Golden Retrievers, and wiener dogs, but I really love anything with a cute face and fluffy fur. I am especially …
What makes you feel the most secure? I feel most secure when I'm listening to my music on my iPod. Songs are not just the soundtrack to my life, but trusted and faithful friends as well. If you were a shoe, what kind would you be and why? I would be a pair of ballet flats. That …
Would you rather be stuck in a small plane with mild turbulence for 2 hours or be a passenger in a car racing the Daytona 500? A passenger in a car racing the Daytona 500, because how often will you get the opportunity to fulfill that need for speed? Of course, I'd have to ensure that I'd …
Regarding animals would you prefer not having them around or having domestics pets, farm animals, or seeing them in nature or the zoo? Since I was a kid, I have always wanted a pet. We did have a tank full of fish for a while, but they were pretty much there for decoration. I wanted …
If you could make a 15 second speech to the entire world, what would you say? Worry less. Whatever it is that's troubling you, you can overcome it. Smile more. Let the world see the beauty of your light and in turn, feel joy. Embrace change. There are opportunities just waiting for you to embrace them. …
If you could go back and visit any time period, what time would you travel to and why? I would like to travel back to 1955-1965. I love the retro aesthetic/style and pop culture (especially the music and movies) of the time. I'd especially want to be there to see the explosion of Elvis Presley's career and …
What is the one word or phrase that immediately cheers you up when you hear it? Thank you. It's amazing how these two words of gratitude can instantly uplift your mood. In a time where we tend to get through our days just trudging along without feeling all that remarkable to the world outside, it's nice to …
If you could split your time evenly between two places, and two places only, which would these be? New York City, New York and Los Angeles, California I am a city girl. Always have been, always will be. I was born and raised in the 'burbs of Vancouver but constantly longed for a permanent residence in …
