Q1: If you were granted the power to create and then use a "Panic"/"Stop" button, what are three things you’d use it for?
The easiest answer: I'd use it to stop the planes from crashing into the World Trade Center on 9/11.
Second, I'd use it to stop Mark David Chapman from assassinating John Lennon. (yes, I was around in the 1980s)
Third, I'd use it to pause the death of Ray Charles, at least long enough so that I could see him in person.
Q2: If you could afford it, would you take a ride into space before the end of 2005?
Without hesitation! I'd love to regale my descendants with stories of that trip.
Q3: If you were given the talent to be considered "world-class" at something which you currently know little to nothing about, what would it be?
That would most likely be being able to play jazz saxophone or clarinet. It would be great to be able to play the jazz music I love.
Q4: Has anyone ever called you by the wrong name, like a clueless co-worker or a family member? If so, have you corrected them or just let it go? What was your reaction and how did it make you feel?
Folks have often mis-spelled my last name, BOWMAN instead of BOMAN.
It bothered me for a long time, and I did always try to correct it. Now, I just leave it. If I can't win, what's the point?