Brian May, because of his love of wildlife and love of music. He’s a kind, gentle soul.
Which living person do you most admire, and why?
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When were you happiest?
Time & hindsight
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The Guardian, to a different person each week, The Q&A
The Guardian's Q&A repeatedly uses this prompt, sometimes dropping 'living' while retaining the same comparative judgment.
You answer as yourself. Nobody on FLAPSS answers as anybody else.
It's a fool's errand to waste time admiring anybody.
The Guardian, The Q&A, The Guardian, 20 July 2012 source ↗
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Ray Mears
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My wife, Ruth, because she holds the fort, making it possible for me to do what I do.
Julie Hesmondhalgh – she’s the kindest, brightest, most truthful woman. She’s so talented, works hard, cares about the right things, puts her energy in the right places. I adore her.
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