If you had to be stuck in a lift with someone, who would it be and why?
I think John McClane (Die Hard) would be a good person to be stuck with – he’d be the man to get us both out quickly. If it had to be a real person, though, I’d choose my son – he’s interesting and funny and stays calm in a crisis.
What is your biggest fear?
I have a few really big, morbid fears that I won’t share but I am scared of crane flies (daddy long legs), which is embarrassing for someone who works for a Wildlife Trust.
Do you have any superstitions?
I always pick up pennies if I see them – they bring you luck.
If you could have one song on your iPod, what would it be and why?
I struggled to narrow this down but did get to two: Goody Two Shoes, by Adam Ant, and Rossini’s Thieving Magpie. If I had to choose one, though, I would go with Goody Two Shoes.
What’s the most expensive thing you’ve bought, not including property?
Probably my tent – a really nice light one for backpacking.
What is the best piece of advice you’ve been given?
It’s something I read rather than advice from a person and sounds a little morbid at first: Live your life as if you knew you could lose it at any time. It makes me appreciate what I have and the people I love and encourages me to actually do the things I want to do.
What’s your indulgence?
Staying in bed with a cup of tea and reading a good book.
What item could you not live without?
There’s nothing that I couldn’t literally live without but I do rely on my mobile phone a lot. It’s reassuring to know that I can contact someone if I need help or that my family can contact me if they need me.
If you could change one thing about yourself, what would it be and why?
I would have more confidence in myself
Where are you next going on holiday?
I’m going to Brittany in July for a couple of weeks – backpacking with my ultralight tent. I didn’t travel much when I was younger so I’m making up for it now. Can’t wait.
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