We’re trying out a fun and quick interview series called “Four in Hand,” named after the four-horse carriages driven by a solo driver. Here’s how “four in hand” works here.
The interviewee receives a list of a dozen or so horse-related questions. Of those questions, said interview subject picks four to answer. Not all require deep horsey knowledge. And most are fun. You’ll see.
Author Jennifer Fusco
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1. The Kentucky Governor has invited you to join him and the First Lady in their box at the Kentucky Derby. Tell us about your outfit.
Well, it’s more about the hat than the outfit, isn’t it? My hat is pink, flamingo pink, with feathers and a pink satin bow. It is big and blocks the people’s view behind me, but I don’t really care because I’m sitting in box seats with the Governor and his wife. I imagine my dress as an eggshell white to tone down my pinky pink hat. But pink pumps, of course!
2. Your escort for Royal Ascot will be a Mr. Bond – James Bond. Which Bond do you want to accompany you?
My goodness, what a tough question! For me, it’s a toss-up between Sean Connery and Pierce Brosnan. If we’re talking modern day though, I’m choosing Brosnan, as long as he wears a tux!
3. Do you have a horse? (Name, breed – if known, color, most memorable experience)
I don’t have a horse. I live inside city limits. If I did, I’m sure it would the situation would resemble that of Chestnut on the CBS TV Show, “Two Broke Girls.”
4. Did you have a horse or pony in childhood? (Name, breed – if known, color, most memorable experience)
I did, actually, I had 3 horses. They all lived at my Grandmother’s house in North Carolina. All of them were brown and named Peanut, Major and Tobey. Peanut, was of course, my favorite, until I fell off him one day. My biggest mistake was never getting back on. Even today, I don’t ride horses, but I watch them from a distance. What beautiful animals!
Thanks for the drive, Jennifer!
The latest, the third, MARKET OR DIE book by Jennifer Fusco
Even if you’re not an author wanting to sell a book, you might be selling/promoting something, so you might be interested in the MARKET OR DIE books. (FWIW, her exercises and lessons don’t sound as dire as the title might suggest.)
To order books and keep up with the MARKET OR DIE doings, especially free mini lessons on the blog, check the MOD website at http://www.marketordie.net/index.html
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Tags: 2 Broke Girls, Four in Hand, Jennifer A. Fusco, Jennifer Fusco, Kentucky Derby, Market or Die, marketing for authors
January 25th, 2012 at 8:59 am
I agree with you on the James Bond choice. Don’t get me wrong, I think
Daniel Craig is yummy, but he’s already shorter than you, even without the pumps and big pink hat. I’d make him look like a midget. I’m thinking you might want to go with this one:
http://tinyurl.com/6rodwth
January 25th, 2012 at 9:16 am
Love the hat, Toni. Great choice. I’m wearing it already.
January 25th, 2012 at 9:18 am
Ooh, nice hat, Toni. At Royal Ascot, Mr. Bond will be attired in a top hat, too, so he might have a chance to “catch up” a bit, if Jennifer wears kitten heels.
January 25th, 2012 at 9:49 am
Hi Jennifer, Hi Rhonda!
What a fun interview. I’d vote for Sean Connery as my date. Can’t resist his Scottish burr among other things.
Did you all hear about the new dress code at Ascot? Fascinators are no longer permitted. Don’t know what Princess Beatrice will do!
Have a great day!
~Laura
January 25th, 2012 at 9:51 am
Love how you paint the picture! I’ll take Connery! Giddyapp!
January 25th, 2012 at 10:07 am
Hi, Laura – Thanks for the heads-up (ha!) on Ascot’s changing dress code. My entire outfit hinges on the fascinator, less stark Princess Beatrice’s wedding hat because of the feathers. Doggone it! This ruins everything! Now what will I wear????
(PS – Thanks for chiming in.)
January 25th, 2012 at 10:10 am
Hi, Kathleen – Another vote for Connery! Poor Daniel Craig. Or Timothy Dalton. Or Roger Moore. Let alone David Niven (yes, “Casino Royale” of 1967) (Ya know, I originally typoed that date as “1867″ -:-o
) Anyhoo, thanks for stopping by and saying “hello.”
January 25th, 2012 at 6:37 pm
Jennifer, are you sure Grissom doesn’t count as a small pony? I love your choice of Ascot headgear. And as far as James Bond, tough to chose that one, but I’d have to go with Pierce, though I do love Sean Connery’s accent. Daniel Craig is pretty nice to, but he kind of scares me (I think its that intent stare).
Rhonda – you missed a bond – George Lazenby – On Her Majesty’s Secret Service!
January 25th, 2012 at 6:37 pm
What fun! I love this post!
Piece Brosnan for me and he can wear whatever he wants.
Great choice on the hat. I would wear something in blue, and maybe a bird in it too.
January 25th, 2012 at 6:58 pm
Casey – Yikes! I DID miss a Bond. Or two. Including – egads! – Pierce. What’s my penance? A Bond film marathon?
Katy – Blue is a great Derby/Ascot color. Apologies for having forgotten Pierce. My shame is great.
January 25th, 2012 at 7:03 pm
Hi Casey, Katy and Laura:
Nice to see you here and thanks for dropping by. I see Katy and I have the same choice in men…guard that husband, girl. **snort**
Kathleen, you better stop posting on blogs on GE time….Immelt will get his revenge. HA!
What fun guys! Thanks for stopping by!