Meet the Aernies: 5/27/09

Meet the Aernies is a recurring segment in which we will answer questions provided by our small, yet faithful, contingent of readers.

1. What superhero would you be?

We were not surprised at all to see this question. Although, we aren’t sure why this type of question is always so prominent in these scenarios. Do they ask this type of question (i.e superhero, super power) in other countries or cultures?

Anyway, to the point. Jeff would choose to be Superman. Kryptonite seems like a really small downside in light of all the upsides. However, the question that plagues his mind is what Clark Kent does with his glasses? Does he leave them in the phone booth? Glasses are simply too expensive to be leaving them around in public.

Allison, on the other hand, would choose to be Batman. Jeff nearly suggested Batgirl would be a better choice, but thought better of it. Instead, he commented that Batman does not actually have any super powers, only “super” gadgets. To which Allison responded, “it’s the gadgets I like.” Touché.

2. If the three of you were stranded on a remote desert island what one item would you want to have with you?

This is a difficult question in light of the fact that we don’t have a lot of background for the scenario. How did we get on this island? Are there other people on the island (Lost pun intended)? So, we’ll answer the question in two ways. First, an object that we think would be good for survival. And second, something we would like to have with us.

Abigail:
Survival: Mom’s milk producing appendages.
Desire: Mom’s milk producing appendages.

Allison:
Survival: A hatchet. You know, because of the “awesome” Gary Paulsen novel we read in elementary school.
Desire: A bible. Frankly, a human cannot live on bread (or coconut milk) alone.

Jeff:
Survival: A metal can of Crisco shortening. Shocking and odd, he knows. However, the shortening is flammable. The can itself can be used to gather water. And the plastic lid can reflect light, which is valuable for signaling ships and aircraft. Yes, Jeff has participated in the “Rank these items for their usefulness on a stranded island” test.
Desire: A Frisbee. Since Allison answered first, Jeff figured since we already had a bible, we would need something to keep our minds off of the despair of being stranded. You know, something like a Wilson volleyball, but actually useful on an island.

Remember, no questions = no segment. So keep those questions coming.