Carl, thanks for finding some time in you busy schedule to look back on 2011. We interviewed Josh just a few hours ago and Wow did he blow our festive socks off!
CS - Thanks, yeah that Josh is one incredible guy and a huge part of the success of Buddhistcatnaps. Before I forget I hope the fans of Buddhistcatnaps had a wonderful 2011 with big dreams for 2012.
GQ – Anything exciting happen in 2011?
CS – If you call getting engaged, then Married followed up with a new Job (shhh big top secret like the last jobs) then yeah I guess you can say it was an exciting 2011.
GQ - Wow Carl, sounds like 2011 was the year of CPS?
CS - Yeah no complaints, it couldn’t have been any better. Well that reminds me 2011 was the year of many car accidents. I’ve never been in an accident but this year was filled with them. One being my fault (but not really my fault) and the others were minor fender benders. Looking back the good thing was I learned the insides of the Auto Insurance industry.
GQ - How so? Happy with the service or dissatisfied?
CS – Surprisingly very happy, everything went smooth, no lawsuits. Checks in the mail just days after the accident, it’s a well oiled machine that auto insurance. Maybe It’s the Auto insurance Company I’m with but no complaints from me. Again a well oiled machine!
GQ - That’s great to hear, usually you don’t get that type of perspective from that industry. Anything else exciting this past year?
CS - Hmmm let me think…. Oh ofcourse, 2011 was the year of the mushroom. I became enthralled with Mushrooms so much so I joined a local club and harvested some impressive finds this year.
GQ - Like hallucinogenic varieties…?
CS - I came across some but that’s a big part of becoming a mushroom expert is being able to identify all types of mushrooms and to know which ones to avoid. I’m more interested in finding the medicinal and edible mushrooms. Found some great Maitakes in New Hampshire this Summer. Have you ever had Maitake? Its like Shitake times 100. Google it!
GQ - Did you just all of a sudden want to become a mushroom expert?
CS - I’m far from an expert. My grandparents were into edible mushrooms. I remember picking puff balls with my grandmother and frying them in butter. My friends think I’m nuts but I don’t let that bother me. It a new hobby. Let me ask you this would you rather see me sitting infront of the TV playing video games..?!
GQ - Good point, we don’t write about video games in GQ, we look for things that make men MEN and you and Josh are prime examples.
CS - Thanks
GQ - Have you been following the GOP republican candidates?
CS - I have been, but I don’t openly talk about my political views.
GQ – Not even your favorite or who you think will win?
CS - Alright twist my arm. Ron Paul will win Iowa followed by NH and South Carolina and then becoming President!
GQ - I thought you were an avid Obama supporter?
CS - Yes I was, I’ve done a complete 180. I kind of had this awakening in April 2011 and woke up to the corruptness of Obama. Am I ashamed that I was such a fan and now back stabbing him…? Not at all.. proud to admit my mistakes. I do wish I could get my money back for going to see Obama’s inauguration.
GQ - Any plans for New Years Eve?
CS - Keeping it low key but filling the belly. Having some friends over for some good appetizers, cheese and wine/drinks and then we have dinner plans in Harvard Square at the Russell House Tavern. Actually I have to go.
GQ - We understand, well thanks for spending some time with us today.
CS - My pleasure, I hope the readers enjoy it. Happy Near Year!
