Okeedoke, here goeth:

1. what is your age range? 39

2. gender? yes. ;) female

3. Do you have a favorite color? turquoise or teal

4. favorite authors/ type of book? science fiction, especially folklore-related (Wellman, Kuttner, Card)

5. what books have you really been wanting? books about folk music; books by Richard feynman

6. what type of music do you like? traditional from anywhere, especially Appalachian, Celtic, and English

7. what cds have you really been wanting?Richard feynman playing bongos (if such is available); 'catter or home-grown recordings :)

8. What movies (vhs is in the price range) have you been wanting? none

9. what is your t-shirt size? medium-large

10. do you collect anything? if so, what? dolphins; kitties (one kitty is real :) )

11. what are some of your other hobbies? computer, writing poetry, musical toys

12. do you prefer gold-tone or silver-tone jewelry? silver (and natural stones)

13. please include anything else you feel is important that would help your secret santa know what you would like Hmmm, I love to be surprised; I'm curious and go: "ooooh, shiny!" very easily :)

Remember that "negative hints" such as allergies might also be helpful. I'm allergic to nickel. Also, I cannot read print, as I'm blinder'n a bat. :)