Introduce Yourself: Answer Some Personal Questions
- Thread starter Giverny
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Hi all! My name is Viv and I’ve just been diagnosed with type 2 diabetes a month ago. I’m 39 turning 40 this April and have a BMI of 27. Both my parents passed away of Diabetes and my eldest brother 2 years ago also due to complications of diabetes, he was only 56. Two of my other brothers have diabetes too. I’ve been really struggling to keep my sugar within normal range as I just love my sugary and high carb foods. I’m in 2g metformin a day but it seems it’s not working. I’ve been trying hard to cut down on my carbs and sugar but some days are really difficult. I think I’m addicted to these types of food lol. My HBA1C was 92 and my liver function test is around the 80’s as well. I’m feeling really down about my condition and hopeless.
PaulDK
Member
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- 9
- Type of diabetes
- Type 2
- Treatment type
- Diet only
- Dislikes
- Pontificating know-alls
Hi Viv ... It's a struggle but I am sure you can do it ... remember that all our tastes (except mother's milk) are acquired tastes and what you have acquired, you can un-acquire ... all it takes is will power. Raising enough will power depends on motivation and with your sad family history I am sure you have plenty of motivation, so when you find it hard to resist that sugary cake you can use your personal experience of loss to help you quell the urge,
Sugar by the way is addictive (so are fats) which is why we get so much in processed foods ... it is designed to make us addictive and thus sell more. Though it is not an opiate, recent experiments show that sugar stimulates the release of opiates within the brain and these opiates, in turn, trigger the release of dopamine which generates feelings of pleasure ... in much the same way (but not as strongly) as recreational drugs such as alcohol, cocaine, and tobacco. The craving for sugar goes beyond sugar itself and can appear as a craving for foods that release sugar into the bloodstream quickly (foods with a high GI) such as biscuits, crackers, white bread and potatoes.
Best of luck ... it is a mighty struggle but one you can win and the rewards are worth it ... believe me, if you stick at it, the craving will eventually disappear
Sugar by the way is addictive (so are fats) which is why we get so much in processed foods ... it is designed to make us addictive and thus sell more. Though it is not an opiate, recent experiments show that sugar stimulates the release of opiates within the brain and these opiates, in turn, trigger the release of dopamine which generates feelings of pleasure ... in much the same way (but not as strongly) as recreational drugs such as alcohol, cocaine, and tobacco. The craving for sugar goes beyond sugar itself and can appear as a craving for foods that release sugar into the bloodstream quickly (foods with a high GI) such as biscuits, crackers, white bread and potatoes.
Best of luck ... it is a mighty struggle but one you can win and the rewards are worth it ... believe me, if you stick at it, the craving will eventually disappear
Barb McD
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Pick’n’mix - find what works for you. You can do it, but do it gently
good luck & kind thoughts your way. Barb
Tim56
Newbie
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- 1
- Type of diabetes
- Type 1
- Treatment type
- Insulin
- Dislikes
- high & low bgl/
Name; Tim
I live in Sydney Australia, about 15mins from beach; play tennis, swim & gym with yoga; ex musician play piano & woodwinds; studied music, religion & science; married 1 son 2 steppies; fav TV programmes Get Smart, F Troop, Nature docos, Travel docos; travelled to a lot of places last trip to West Coast USA & Canada / Alaska; planned trip to Japan late March; fav city probably Sydney because of harbour & beaches, Vancouver close 2nd, love the Canucks; retired but still practising science & music.
Diagnosed Type 1 IDD at 17yrs 1964, life expectancy then about 40-50 yo, still going 56yrs later; Diabetes Meds are Humalog before each meal & Lantus, use a Freestyle Optimum Neo which i feel very comfortable with accuracy of readings, have a Freestyle Libre on loan for 14 days ending tommorow, accuracy of this was very similar to blood readings for 10 days, after that some highly variable readings from the Freestyle up to 20% difference to blood meter, overall about 10% lower than blood meter check.
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Captain Crunch
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- 187
- Type of diabetes
- Type 2
- Treatment type
- Tablets (oral)
A bit late to the party here, but here goes anyway... 
What is your name?
Ed
How old are you?
60
Are you male or female?
Male
Which country are you from?
England
Which city/area do you live in?
London/Essex border. Essex postal address, London borough and phone number.
Are you religious?
No
Pick three words to describe your personality.
Introverted
Generous
Loyal
Do you have any pets?
A cat
Microsoft or Apple?
Microsoft. Apple products are overpriced for what they are IMO.
Which sport(s) (if any) do you like/play?
None!
Do you get angry easily?
Yes
Do you have any tattoos or piercings? If so, where?
No
List your five favourite musicians/bands.
Sex Pistols
AC/DC
Cardiacs
Jethro Tull
The Jam
What would you say your favourite music genre is?
Heavy Rock
What is your favourite flag?
St. Pirran's flag (Cornwall)
Ever gone camping?
No
Ever been in love?
Yes
Ever used fake tan?
No
Which countries have you visited?
England, Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Spain, France, USA, Mexico.
Favourite city?
Liverpool
List your five favourite TV programmes.
Friday Night Dinner
Bad Move
Red Dwarf
Men Behaving Badly
The Comic Strip Presents...
List your five favourite films.
This is Spinal Tap
Life of Brian
The Shining
Mon Oncle
Monsieur Hulot's Holiday
Are you wealthy?
Reasonably comfortable I'd say. At least there's some disposable income left at the end of the month.
Do you work? If so, as what?
Yes. TV News Broadcast Technician
List the subjects you study/have studied.
I wouldn't say 'study', but I have a keen interest in archaeology - primarily stone circles and standing stones.
What do you like most about yourself?
I'm very conscientious when I apply myself to a project (work or personal).
What do you like least about yourself?
I tend to see things as black or white. Shades of grey don't sit easily with me. When I was diagnosed with T2, I immediately cut out all carbs. I've relaxed that a little now with the aid of self-monitoring.
What is your name?
Ed
How old are you?
60
Are you male or female?
Male
Which country are you from?
England
Which city/area do you live in?
London/Essex border. Essex postal address, London borough and phone number.
Are you religious?
No
Pick three words to describe your personality.
Introverted
Generous
Loyal
Do you have any pets?
A cat
Microsoft or Apple?
Microsoft. Apple products are overpriced for what they are IMO.
Which sport(s) (if any) do you like/play?
None!
Do you get angry easily?
Yes
Do you have any tattoos or piercings? If so, where?
No
List your five favourite musicians/bands.
Sex Pistols
AC/DC
Cardiacs
Jethro Tull
The Jam
What would you say your favourite music genre is?
Heavy Rock
What is your favourite flag?
St. Pirran's flag (Cornwall)
Ever gone camping?
No
Ever been in love?
Yes
Ever used fake tan?
No
Which countries have you visited?
England, Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Spain, France, USA, Mexico.
Favourite city?
Liverpool
List your five favourite TV programmes.
Friday Night Dinner
Bad Move
Red Dwarf
Men Behaving Badly
The Comic Strip Presents...
List your five favourite films.
This is Spinal Tap
Life of Brian
The Shining
Mon Oncle
Monsieur Hulot's Holiday
Are you wealthy?
Reasonably comfortable I'd say. At least there's some disposable income left at the end of the month.
Do you work? If so, as what?
Yes. TV News Broadcast Technician
List the subjects you study/have studied.
I wouldn't say 'study', but I have a keen interest in archaeology - primarily stone circles and standing stones.
What do you like most about yourself?
I'm very conscientious when I apply myself to a project (work or personal).
What do you like least about yourself?
I tend to see things as black or white. Shades of grey don't sit easily with me. When I was diagnosed with T2, I immediately cut out all carbs. I've relaxed that a little now with the aid of self-monitoring.
Montrealer
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Montrealer
Active Member
- Messages
- 29
Jacques
61
Male
Canada
Montreal
No
Old Hippie
6 cats
Apple
Golf now.....but Hockey,baseball,football in my youth
No
No
Beatles,Stones,pink Floyd,Skynard,and copious bands from the 60s and70s
Maple Leaf
Yes
No
Yes
Most of the Caribbean,US,SPAIN
PORTUGAL,Canary islands,Mexico
Montreal
Blacklist.
Anything Star Trek,red Dwarf,Father Ted....did I mention everything Star Trek
Braveheart ,Shawshank,Exorcist,Star Trek,platoon
but I’m debt free and enjoying retired life and travel often......comfortably I guess
38 years as a pressman in printing....retired.......now Irrigation Specialist at a golf course(April to October) in
Astrolgy,archeology,Planet Earth,political science
Free Spirit,Hippie and I treat my fellow man better than religious people
Being where I am today with the onset of Diabetes and letting myself get here as an Athlete
N
61
Male
Canada
Montreal
No
Old Hippie
6 cats
Apple
Golf now.....but Hockey,baseball,football in my youth
No
No
Beatles,Stones,pink Floyd,Skynard,and copious bands from the 60s and70s
Maple Leaf
Yes
No
Yes
Most of the Caribbean,US,SPAIN
PORTUGAL,Canary islands,Mexico
Montreal
Blacklist.
Anything Star Trek,red Dwarf,Father Ted....did I mention everything Star Trek
Braveheart ,Shawshank,Exorcist,Star Trek,platoon
but I’m debt free and enjoying retired life and travel often......comfortably I guess
38 years as a pressman in printing....retired.......now Irrigation Specialist at a golf course(April to October) in
Astrolgy,archeology,Planet Earth,political science
Free Spirit,Hippie and I treat my fellow man better than religious people
Being where I am today with the onset of Diabetes and letting myself get here as an Athlete
N
Hi!
- What is your name? Leslie
- How old are you? 42
- Are you male or female? female
- Which country are you from? USA
- Which city/area do you live in? Georgia
- Are you religious? yes, Baptist
- Pick three words to describe your personality. loyal, determined, picky
- Do you have any pets? yes, an 11 year old female cat
- Microsoft or Apple? Apple
- Which sport(s) (if any) do you like/play? love watching american football, lacrosse, and soccer
- Do you get angry easily? eh...sometimes...lol
- Do you have any tattoos or piercings? If so, where? just ear piercings, no tattoos...but just found one i want
- List your five favourite musicians/bands. yacht rock, post malone, halsey, stone temple pilots, journey
- What would you say your favourite music genre is? rock
- What is your favourite flag? American Flag
- Ever gone camping? yes, once for a college class
- Ever been in love? yes
- Ever used fake tan? yes
- Which countries have you visited? England, Ireland, Switzerland, Korea, Canada, Mexico
- Favourite city? love Lahaina, Maui
- List your five favourite TV programmes. law and order (svu), house hunters, snapped, the office, the bold and the beautiful
- List your five favourite films. It's a Wonderful LIfe, Love and Other Drugs, American Made, Twilight, Grease
- Are you wealthy? no, but comfortable
- Do you work? If so, as what? yes...inside sales
- List the subjects you study/have studied. BBA Marketing
- What do you like most about yourself? my eyes
- What do you like least about yourself? my stomach
- What is your name? Leslie
- How old are you? 42
- Are you male or female? female
- Which country are you from? USA
- Which city/area do you live in? Georgia
- Are you religious? yes, Baptist
- Pick three words to describe your personality. loyal, determined, picky
- Do you have any pets? yes, an 11 year old female cat
- Microsoft or Apple? Apple
- Which sport(s) (if any) do you like/play? love watching american football, lacrosse, and soccer
- Do you get angry easily? eh...sometimes...lol
- Do you have any tattoos or piercings? If so, where? just ear piercings, no tattoos...but just found one i want
- List your five favourite musicians/bands. yacht rock, post malone, halsey, stone temple pilots, journey
- What would you say your favourite music genre is? rock
- What is your favourite flag? American Flag
- Ever gone camping? yes, once for a college class
- Ever been in love? yes
- Ever used fake tan? yes
- Which countries have you visited? England, Ireland, Switzerland, Korea, Canada, Mexico
- Favourite city? love Lahaina, Maui
- List your five favourite TV programmes. law and order (svu), house hunters, snapped, the office, the bold and the beautiful
- List your five favourite films. It's a Wonderful LIfe, Love and Other Drugs, American Made, Twilight, Grease
- Are you wealthy? no, but comfortable
- Do you work? If so, as what? yes...inside sales
- List the subjects you study/have studied. BBA Marketing
- What do you like most about yourself? my eyes
- What do you like least about yourself? my stomach
Montrealer
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Live long and prosper
Bones (version 2.0), Crusher and Joe - fix us all day long. Jean Luc, by sheer determination - we’re fixed. Possibly Janeway but the conversation would be sparkling.
Welcome
Barb
“Live Long and Prosper”
- What is your name?
Michelle
- How old are you?
45 (just)
- Are you male or female?
Female
- Which country are you from?
Wales
- Which city/area do you live in?
Norfolk
- Are you religious?
Hell no!
- Pick three words to describe your personality.
Friendly, loyal, kind
- Do you have any pets?
No, but I love animals
- Microsoft or Apple?
Both
- Do you get angry easily?
It takes a lot as I totally lose it when I get angry
- Do you have any tattoos or piercings? If so, where?
Ears pierced (boring)
- List your five favourite musicians/bands.
REM, Snow Patrol, Florence & the Machine, white Stripes, Foo Fighters and loads more
- What would you say your favourite music genre is?
I like all music
- What is your favourite flag?
Welsh Flag
- Ever gone camping?
Yup
- Ever been in love?
Yup
- Ever used fake tan?
No, pale and interesting....
- Which countries have you visited?
Spain, Norway, USA, Russia, Finland, Denmark, Sweden, Germany, Estonia.....
- Favourite city?
New York
- List your five favourite TV programmes.
American Horror Story, Masterchef, Great British Bake off, Picard, The Crown
- List your five favourite films.
Too many to mention....
- Are you wealthy?
Haha haha no...
- Do you work? If so, as what?
Yes, in Insurance (Rock.And.Roll)
- List the subjects you study/have studied.
Lots, favourite is English
- What do you like most about yourself?
Eyes
- What do you like least about yourself?
Everything else
Michelle
- How old are you?
45 (just)
- Are you male or female?
Female
- Which country are you from?
Wales
- Which city/area do you live in?
Norfolk
- Are you religious?
Hell no!
- Pick three words to describe your personality.
Friendly, loyal, kind
- Do you have any pets?
No, but I love animals
- Microsoft or Apple?
Both
- Do you get angry easily?
It takes a lot as I totally lose it when I get angry
- Do you have any tattoos or piercings? If so, where?
Ears pierced (boring)
- List your five favourite musicians/bands.
REM, Snow Patrol, Florence & the Machine, white Stripes, Foo Fighters and loads more
- What would you say your favourite music genre is?
I like all music
- What is your favourite flag?
Welsh Flag
- Ever gone camping?
Yup
- Ever been in love?
Yup
- Ever used fake tan?
No, pale and interesting....
- Which countries have you visited?
Spain, Norway, USA, Russia, Finland, Denmark, Sweden, Germany, Estonia.....
- Favourite city?
New York
- List your five favourite TV programmes.
American Horror Story, Masterchef, Great British Bake off, Picard, The Crown
- List your five favourite films.
Too many to mention....
- Are you wealthy?
Haha haha no...
- Do you work? If so, as what?
Yes, in Insurance (Rock.And.Roll)
- List the subjects you study/have studied.
Lots, favourite is English
- What do you like most about yourself?
Eyes
- What do you like least about yourself?
Everything else
Montrealer
Active Member
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- 29
Welcome
No spoilers for Picard - another Trek fan, it’s getting REALLY good in here
Can’t wait for 7 of 9 to tell us what she’s up to
MyMeltingBrain
Member
- Messages
- 8
- Type of diabetes
- Type 2
- Treatment type
- Diet only
Hello everyone. I thought I'd leap into this thread to start off with.
Include a photo here if you wish to.
What is your name?
David
How old are you?
52
Are you male or female?
Male
Which country are you from?
England
Which city/area do you live in?
Brighton
Are you religious?
Nope
Pick three words to describe your personality.
Introverted, empathetic, impulsive
Do you have any pets?
No but I would have cats if I had the space/lifestyle
Microsoft or Apple?
Apple at home, Microsoft at work.
Which sport(s) (if any) do you like/play?
Tennis (watching)
Do you get angry easily?
It has been known
Do you have any tattoos or piercings? If so, where?
One ear pierced four times, used to have a nose piercing – considering getting it done again. One small, cliched tattoo on my right arm
List your five favourite musicians/bands.
Unkle, Kraftwerk, Nils Frahm, Ólafur Arnalds, Yello
What would you say your favourite music genre is?
Electronic/Contemporary classical
What is your favourite flag?
Jolly Roger
Ever gone camping?
Yes, unfortunately
Ever been in love?
Of course
Ever used fake tan?
Nope
Which countries have you visited?
Germany, Czechoslovakia, France, Iceland
Favourite city?
Reykjavík
List your five favourite TV programmes.
Subject to change: Scrubs, The Marvelous Mrs Maisel, Killing Eve, Umbrella Academy
List your five favourite films.
Also subject to change: Ace Ventura: Pet Detective, Parasite, Terminator (1 & 2), Robocop, Blade Runner
Are you wealthy?
Ha!
Do you work? If so, as what?
Yes. ICT Analyst in digital development
List the subjects you study/have studied.
English, art, French, software engineering, customer services
What do you like most about yourself?
My wit and creativity
What do you like least about yourself?
Everything apart from my wit and creativity
Start your engines.
Include a photo here if you wish to.
What is your name?
David
How old are you?
52
Are you male or female?
Male
Which country are you from?
England
Which city/area do you live in?
Brighton
Are you religious?
Nope
Pick three words to describe your personality.
Introverted, empathetic, impulsive
Do you have any pets?
No but I would have cats if I had the space/lifestyle
Microsoft or Apple?
Apple at home, Microsoft at work.
Which sport(s) (if any) do you like/play?
Tennis (watching)
Do you get angry easily?
It has been known
Do you have any tattoos or piercings? If so, where?
One ear pierced four times, used to have a nose piercing – considering getting it done again. One small, cliched tattoo on my right arm
List your five favourite musicians/bands.
Unkle, Kraftwerk, Nils Frahm, Ólafur Arnalds, Yello
What would you say your favourite music genre is?
Electronic/Contemporary classical
What is your favourite flag?
Jolly Roger
Ever gone camping?
Yes, unfortunately
Ever been in love?
Of course
Ever used fake tan?
Nope
Which countries have you visited?
Germany, Czechoslovakia, France, Iceland
Favourite city?
Reykjavík
List your five favourite TV programmes.
Subject to change: Scrubs, The Marvelous Mrs Maisel, Killing Eve, Umbrella Academy
List your five favourite films.
Also subject to change: Ace Ventura: Pet Detective, Parasite, Terminator (1 & 2), Robocop, Blade Runner
Are you wealthy?
Ha!
Do you work? If so, as what?
Yes. ICT Analyst in digital development
List the subjects you study/have studied.
English, art, French, software engineering, customer services
What do you like most about yourself?
My wit and creativity
What do you like least about yourself?
Everything apart from my wit and creativity
Start your engines.
MyMeltingBrain
Member
- Messages
- 8
- Type of diabetes
- Type 2
- Treatment type
- Diet only
BeatriceB, I'm 59, female, live in England , not religious.
Open, Chatty, Good listener.
One dog owner.
Apple.
Angry easily, yes and no
No tattoos or piercings.
Favourite music- Flight of the conchords
, too numerous to mention them all
Camping, yes but am a little more high maintenance now ( MOTORHOME)
Visited, USA, Barbados , Bahamas. Portugal, Spain, Italy, Tu Isis , Canary Islands, Greece, France, Belgium, Luxembourg, Germany ,Netherlands, Denmark, England, Wales, Scotland,
In love twice.
Fake tan yes
Favourite city Florence or Amsterdam
Favourite tv programmes, easier to say what I don't follow. Not a fan of soaps,
Favourite films ,Amelie,
Not wealthy , have enough.
Don't work but dabble in selling
Most like about myself. I'm generous .
Least like, Over sensitive
I'm not diabetic and want to learn how to follow a low carb diet, before I get diabetic.
I've lost 5lb already and have bought diabetes uk carbs and calorie counter book,but haven't really looked at it yet.Already been using Livelife half the carbs bread for some time.Have to buy ten loaves at a time and freeze ( the bread )
My partner often works away and I have to then cook for one, which is a pain, so I generally cook for two, and have the other portion the next day.
I know the benefits of batch cooking, but I prefer the taste of freshly cooked food.
Is there any uk food subscription service where you can choose low carb meals?
Trying to eat healthier and take more exercise.
Have a couple of questions please.
Is there an app you can use to count carbs ?
Can you point me in the direction of the right threads to look at for newbies
Thanks
Open, Chatty, Good listener.
One dog owner.
Apple.
Angry easily, yes and no
No tattoos or piercings.
Favourite music- Flight of the conchords
, too numerous to mention them allCamping, yes but am a little more high maintenance now ( MOTORHOME)
Visited, USA, Barbados , Bahamas. Portugal, Spain, Italy, Tu Isis , Canary Islands, Greece, France, Belgium, Luxembourg, Germany ,Netherlands, Denmark, England, Wales, Scotland,
In love twice.
Fake tan yes
Favourite city Florence or Amsterdam
Favourite tv programmes, easier to say what I don't follow. Not a fan of soaps,
Favourite films ,Amelie,
Not wealthy , have enough.
Don't work but dabble in selling
Most like about myself. I'm generous .
Least like, Over sensitive
I'm not diabetic and want to learn how to follow a low carb diet, before I get diabetic.
I've lost 5lb already and have bought diabetes uk carbs and calorie counter book,but haven't really looked at it yet.Already been using Livelife half the carbs bread for some time.Have to buy ten loaves at a time and freeze ( the bread )
My partner often works away and I have to then cook for one, which is a pain, so I generally cook for two, and have the other portion the next day.
I know the benefits of batch cooking, but I prefer the taste of freshly cooked food.
Is there any uk food subscription service where you can choose low carb meals?
Trying to eat healthier and take more exercise.
Have a couple of questions please.
Is there an app you can use to count carbs ?
Can you point me in the direction of the right threads to look at for newbies
Thanks
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This thread will hopefully let us to get to know one another better and allow us to see which users we might share similarities with. I've listed a set of questions below that you can answer to tell us more about yourself. By no means do you have to answer all of them, and if you feel like adding further information, feel free.
- Include a photo here if you wish to.
- What is your name?
Ana Julia
- How old are you?
27
- Are you male or female?
Mujer
- Which country are you from?
Fracia
- Which city/area do you live in?
Saint-martin-le-beau
- Are you religious?
Poco
- Pick three words to describe your personality.
cheerful, spontaneous, free
- Do you have any pets?
Cat
- Microsoft or Apple?
Apple
- Which sport(s) (if any) do you like/play?
football
- Do you get angry easily?
No
- Do you have any tattoos or piercings? If so, where?
I have a tattoo on my back
- List your five favourite musicians/bands.
I really like them all
- What would you say your favourite music genre is?
balads
- What is your favourite flag?
That of my country
- Ever gone camping?
Yes
- Ever been in love?
Yes
- Ever used fake tan?
No
- Which countries have you visited?
None
- Favourite city?
Paris
- Are you wealthy?
No
- Include a photo here if you wish to.
- What is your name?
Ana Julia
- How old are you?
27
- Are you male or female?
Mujer
- Which country are you from?
Fracia
- Which city/area do you live in?
Saint-martin-le-beau
- Are you religious?
Poco
- Pick three words to describe your personality.
cheerful, spontaneous, free
- Do you have any pets?
Cat
- Microsoft or Apple?
Apple
- Which sport(s) (if any) do you like/play?
football
- Do you get angry easily?
No
- Do you have any tattoos or piercings? If so, where?
I have a tattoo on my back
- List your five favourite musicians/bands.
I really like them all
- What would you say your favourite music genre is?
balads
- What is your favourite flag?
That of my country
- Ever gone camping?
Yes
- Ever been in love?
Yes
- Ever used fake tan?
No
- Which countries have you visited?
None
- Favourite city?
Paris
- Are you wealthy?
No
