I’m very pleased to be introducing a new blog feature: The Fluther Interview.

Every couple weeks, we’re going to select a member of the collective and ask them a few questions about themselves so that we can all get to know each other a little better.

In the very first installment, we decided to interview a new user, Valhalla30.

Why did you decide to join Fluther?

I saw some really interesting questions that I had also wondered about and thought it would be a great way to learn new things and spread around some of my own expertise!

What was the first question you asked?

I asked how I could tell whether or not my friend was addicted to Xanax. I got some great feedback and even some private comments addressing my concern. Being so new, I thought it was great that members reached out to communicate with me.

How did you feel when you got your first answer?

I was SO excited! I was watching it and it said that a user was “crafting a response” and I loved how it was happening in real time. I was like, “Wow someone has a response! This is great!” It was great knowing that there were others out there interested in satisfying the curiosity of others.

What was your proudest moment on Fluther?

I started a thread asking what we were all doing home on a Saturday night. It created quite the busy thread! That was fun.

Were you aware that it received more responses than any question asked on Fluther to date (currently 134)?

Oh my gosh! I had no idea! That is just great. That was my first day on Fluther. I am thrilled everyone got so involved.

Why do you think it sparked so much discussion?

I think everyone wanted to defend their reason for being home on a Saturday night!

Which Fluther user do you most look up to?

johnpowell. I enjoy his replies and he asks interesting questions that are very thought provoking.

What other websites do you regularly visit?

The Onion, Cute Overload, The Superficial

If you were a jellyfish, what color would you be?

I would be a translucent, electric blue because I think that fits my personality. Bright and easy to read.

Thanks so much for your time!