Revised!!! In January, 2009. Finally Answered Questions.

This is PART TWO!

NEWER FAQs here. Even older..PART THREE!!

The usual stuff:

Are you still unmarried?

Not exactly. I got married as of April 2005. My new last name will be Jones. [Update: Married April 16th, 2005, visit CatheJones.com for updates!]

Can I have your autograph? Or an autographed photo?

I'm sure you can. Of me? Oh, uhm, sure. Today I was suprised that several people at the restaraunt had recognized me. It's been awhile since I had my show in Los Angeles, but these folks had seen it several times. I find it really funny when people recite my material to me. If you see me, don't be afraid to come up and say howdy. Chances are, I'll say it right back to you. The woman had me sign her purse, of all things.

I saw on a newsgroup that you are a fan of "____insert whomever here___".

I enjoy quite a few performers, and artists. Robert Williams is one of my favorite painters. Henry Rollins is one of my favorite writers. Kate Bush is my favorite female singer..no Bjork..no Cecilia Bartolli..no... uhm, we'll get back to that. I have been to private screenings of John Waters and Russ Meyers films. I even have an autograph from Russ which gives me permisson to see his work. I've been lucky enough to work with some amazing animators, and effects artists. Joanne Priestley and the Alexiefs are some of my favorite animators. The glass paintings, pinboard work, and whitespace make all the difference. Jan Svankmeyer is a personal animation hero, and I'm quoted in a book about him. I also like the Henson Creature shop, and would love to spend a month just learning their craft.

I've been doing websites for celebrities, and I enjoy all of these people. I used to spend quite a bit of time in the subways in Boston just staring at the artists there. Some of my favorite performers are at Renfaires, or at Fanueill Hall, or at airports having deep discussions about the tips of sneakers.

What is your religion?

Okay, if you've read any of the books you know that I'm a devout atheist. I'm also in love with cultural events. I do go to native american events. By the same token, yes I've read the bible, I keep getting asked if I "found" jesus, but you know, I didn't think he was lost. We're electrical beings. I'm fascinated by the medical world and the forensics of the human body. I get alot of emails around xmas time asking me to reconsider. I had a few years on that crutch, but I'm fine walking on my own now. I find my "religion" is enjoying all of the sense I have, and noting each of the times during the day one of those senses gives me a new thing to ponder.

Where do you hang out?

I got this question once or twice last year, and about a dozen times just in the month of May this year. I'm not sure why there is a sudden interest in my physical location. Perhaps it is that I'm now living in Las Vegas, and more of you are visiting here this year? I work quite a bit. I spend hours on the computer, or writing, or drawing, or doing the "music thing". When I take breaks, I like to enjoy a nice lunch somewhere. I like galleries, and I like taking leisure drives. I tend to escape in my car, with a cd playing loudly, just to see what I can find. In Las Vegas, during the week, I will visit a casino mall if I need to see some artwork, or some new books or music. Also, the antique stores here carry some wonderful clothing from the Swing Era, and you know I enjoy wearing the clothes of the dead. I hate shopping, and I am not one of those who will hang out in crowds. Go to a pow-wow, and you may run into me.

I saw you in a wheelchair, and my sister saw you with a cane...what gives?

I've written about this several times. BUT, I have Ehlers-Danlos syndrome. It's a connective tissue disorder which makes it so that my joints dislocate quite often. It's painful, and at times, I cannot stand up for more than a few moments. These are the times you will see me in a wheelchair. My cane is for every day life. When you don't know if your knee is going to fall out from under you, it's a good thing to have. Also, I am on several medications. I'm not a big fan of not being clear headed, so I take them as little as possible. This also may leave me too weak, and I will use the chair then.

What are you favorite foods? (See Nancy D. from Winnetka, Ca., I do read your emails!)

A perfect meal for me would be a nice four hour sit down event. I like a lot of different types of food. I don't eat a lot of sugar, but I've yet to turn down a home made chocolate chip cookie. I don't like fried or heavy foods. Yes, that means if you and I are in McDonald's, Nancy, YOU get the french fries. BUT, if you have fried clams with bellies, I get the bellies, because that is one of my favorites.

How are the rats?

The rats are just dandy. We lose one or two every few months. That's hard, but most of the time they are healthy and happy. The show Pet Star, on Animal Planet, recently featured the critters in a "gross out the judges" moment. That was a lot of fun, and it's really a good chance that we'll go ahead and do the show again. [Update- YouTube carries some videos under CatheJ!]

What happened to the album?

Yes, this is the most asked question. The real world happened, I'm afraid. Between physical illness, and schedules, there seems to be a terminal delay. I did hear Anna playing on a few stations. That was really exciting. I'm still posting lyrics on this site, though, and you can read them anytime.

Was that you at a Renfaire? SciFiCon? Pow-wow? Other comics show?

Yes. I love science fiction, especially when written by Ricky Manning. I've been going to renaissance faires for about twenty years now. I even have my own rapier, and know how to use it. I also believe in supporting up-and-coming comics, or seeing old friends. Dennis Blair was kind enough to introduce me to George Carlin. Geez, and who can miss Scott Thompson? I also have been seen at motown shows, old blues heroes shows, and have been invited to see some musicians at the House Of Blues here in town. Yes I got to see Lou Reed tell people to fuck off, and the very next night, capped the week with Weird Al.

So, here are the FAQ's for 2003. The more personal ones? They're here.