That's when they grab you by the nape of your neck like a little kitten. Ancient chinese secret! Usually people purr when you do that and then lick themselves all over.
I finally had to tell Jude I just don't like playing Star Wars the Clone Wars. I couldn't do it anymore. I was tired of being Asoka (or whatever her name is) and fighting invisible droids and Jabba of the Hut- that's what Jude calls him. I told him it can be a special game he plays with his dad. So now we play deep sea diver which is basically the same thing only we save smaller marine life from larger predators. I am going crazy.
I already have ideas about Mary Ellan and Nance and Ed ( godson gift). However, if any of you on the Milbrath list would like to make some suggestions, please feel free.
I have never been able to stand playing kid games. I think Candyland was invented by a mom-hating sadist. Liberate yourself, Emily. Beyond taking interesting walks and going to the library and providing family excursions, etc. you are not responsible to entertain your kids. If they complain about being bored tell them to mow the lawn or clean out the garage. (kidding! kind of.)
"The funny thing is I didn't know there were chairs there. I figured they were going to catch me, but then I forgot that that was Michigan State. I jumped up and they scattered really quick, and it was the ground hitting me hard." -- WR Golden Tate, who fell into Michigan State band members after catching a touchdown pass.
I had never been in an Aldi store before. I had seen the incredible advertised prices before but had never been near one with time to go in. Yesterday I had time.
An unfamiliar thing these stores. A clean, bare bones, no glitz shopping venue. Not much variety within a given item. But canned corn is canned corn, right?
The brands were also unfamiliar. So much so that it felt like I might have been shopping in a different country. I mean who ever heard of "Jumpy's" corn snacks? The variety pack came in 4 different flavors. Chicken, Cheese, Hot Dog, and the last escapes me....maybe Clsssic?
The pricing on all items was pretty remarkable except the meat items. Which I don't mind. I guess I'm glad they are not sourcing meat from rock bottom suppliers. Or maybe they are and are taking advantage of the margin....?
Anyway it was also odd in that I perused the aisles stocked with computers next to peanut butter. Wheelchairs next to knockoff Gatorade. Cheap wine next to laundry soap.
Milk and other staples are incredibly cheap.
I was befuddled by the whole shopping cart thing. I ended up procuring one that appeared to be abandoned. Also, no grocery bags. They just dump it in your cart and send you on your way.
YEs, you put in a quarter and you are able to unlock one. When you return it your quarter comes back out. It was the same way in the Macedonian grocery stores. Also, they do have shopping bags, but you have to pay for them.
Just cash and debit cards...ALDI is Mike's favorite...Started by 2 bros. from Germany I think, and in the beginning there was a relationship with Trader Joe's grocery. The Winking Owl at ALDI is the same as 2 Buck Chuck from Trader's.
Dinner last night...homemade pizza with spaghetti, the sauce had been cooking for 3 days, tomatoes from friends gardens plus sweet basil...the sauce was good, I have to say. Only Betty noticed that the pasta was whole wheat...Dad had an afternoon dinner meeting so Don, Mom, Joe3 and Betty (just home from Notre Dame) came over for dinner.
Back in the day I always found it irksome that the refills for my macho "Gilette Mach 3 shaving system" were so expensive. Sometimes as much as 3 bucks everytime you change out the razor.
I've tried and am very happy with the cheap Bic disposable razors. For around 3 bucks you can get a pack of 10 or 12 razors. They provide a close shave and last nearly as long as the Mach 3s. I do notice the shave isn't quite as close because if I skip a day shaving it is a much thicker growth on Day 2 than with the Mach 3. But if you need to shave everyday it's a non factor.
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I don't trust him...it sorta looks like Ninja handwriting...I think he's got the girl and they're not paying the ransom.
Is that a wanted poster or a missing person poster by his knees?
We rented "The Soloist" last night. Good movie. Tonight we are keeping all three Richardson kids overnight. It's Oscar's first sleepover.
Those wacky ninjas. They're always up to some hijinks.
His girlfriend was KIDNAPED not KIDNAPPED. What does that mean?
Monica
That's when they grab you by the nape of your neck like a little kitten. Ancient chinese secret! Usually people purr when you do that and then lick themselves all over.
ARRRGH! Happy Talk Like A Pirate Day.
Tom
So Ed, what did the game have to say about today's game?
I think he deserves some money for creativity.
Maybe he's secretly looking for an advertising job and is hoping to be discovered.
lisa
The Christmas exchange list is on the lower right of screen. Giver on the left and giftee on the right.
Emily - I didn't simulate the game because I was disgusted with Charlie Weiss last week.
That was the WORST CALL EVER.
Half time score:
ND: 16
Mich St: 17
officials: 6
OK, the penalties are criminally stupid. Get control already.
I'm feeling much better.
Hey Mary has Mary and Mary has Mary.
p
Francis,
What would you like for Christmas?
I just bought plane tickets home for xmas. So I can see monica open up her wallpaper scraper in person!
Did you really? I can't wait to see you open your gently used swimming suit.
Jim, I would like the money I could be saving with Geico.
Thanks,
Tom
http://www.cbsnews.com/stories/2009/09/16/ap/strange/main5315832.shtml
I finally had to tell Jude I just don't like playing Star Wars the Clone Wars. I couldn't do it anymore. I was tired of being Asoka (or whatever her name is) and fighting invisible droids and Jabba of the Hut- that's what Jude calls him. I told him it can be a special game he plays with his dad. So now we play deep sea diver which is basically the same thing only we save smaller marine life from larger predators. I am going crazy.
Frank,
Go visit Emily
So long Mchael Floyd.
I am so excited about Christmas.
I already have ideas about Mary Ellan and Nance and Ed ( godson gift). However, if any of you on the Milbrath list would like to make some suggestions, please feel free.
Lisa
Today is World Alzheimers Day.
I have never been able to stand playing kid games. I think Candyland was invented by a mom-hating sadist. Liberate yourself, Emily. Beyond taking interesting walks and going to the library and providing family excursions, etc. you are not responsible to entertain your kids. If they complain about being bored tell them to mow the lawn or clean out the garage. (kidding! kind of.)
Emily...put on a bikini and then chain yourself to Jabba of the Hutt (the couch)...he'll never ask you to play again!
Hungarian Goulash at Mom and Dad's last night was delicious!!
Who had the worst dress on the red carpet??
I love Hungarian goulash. How is it made?
http://www.southwestiowanews.com/articles/2009/09/20/around_the_region/doc4ab3871052edc118243838.txt
Dad is the Hungarian chef...he must answer that one!
"The funny thing is I didn't know there were chairs there. I figured they were going to catch me, but then I forgot that that was Michigan State. I jumped up and they scattered really quick, and it was the ground hitting me hard." -- WR Golden Tate, who fell into Michigan State band members after catching a touchdown pass.
I had never been in an Aldi store before. I had seen the incredible advertised prices before but had never been near one with time to go in. Yesterday I had time.
An unfamiliar thing these stores. A clean, bare bones, no glitz shopping venue. Not much variety within a given item. But canned corn is canned corn, right?
The brands were also unfamiliar. So much so that it felt like I might have been shopping in a different country. I mean who ever heard of "Jumpy's" corn snacks? The variety pack came in 4 different flavors. Chicken, Cheese, Hot Dog, and the last escapes me....maybe Clsssic?
The pricing on all items was pretty remarkable except the meat items. Which I don't mind. I guess I'm glad they are not sourcing meat from rock bottom suppliers. Or maybe they are and are taking advantage of the margin....?
Anyway it was also odd in that I perused the aisles stocked with computers next to peanut butter. Wheelchairs next to knockoff Gatorade. Cheap wine next to laundry soap.
Milk and other staples are incredibly cheap.
I was befuddled by the whole shopping cart thing. I ended up procuring one that appeared to be abandoned. Also, no grocery bags. They just dump it in your cart and send you on your way.
Tom
They used to be cash only. No checks or credit cards. Are they still?
Monica
I've only been to an Aldi's once... I think you have to "rent" the grocery cart...
lisa
YEs, you put in a quarter and you are able to unlock one. When you return it your quarter comes back out. It was the same way in the Macedonian grocery stores. Also, they do have shopping bags, but you have to pay for them.
Just cash and debit cards...ALDI is Mike's favorite...Started by 2 bros. from Germany I think, and in the beginning there was a relationship with Trader Joe's grocery. The Winking Owl at ALDI is the same as 2 Buck Chuck from Trader's.
Dinner last night...homemade pizza with spaghetti, the sauce had been cooking for 3 days, tomatoes from friends gardens plus sweet basil...the sauce was good, I have to say. Only Betty noticed that the pasta was whole wheat...Dad had an afternoon dinner meeting so Don, Mom, Joe3 and Betty (just home from Notre Dame) came over for dinner.
Consumer tip....
Back in the day I always found it irksome that the refills for my macho "Gilette Mach 3 shaving system" were so expensive. Sometimes as much as 3 bucks everytime you change out the razor.
I've tried and am very happy with the cheap Bic disposable razors. For around 3 bucks you can get a pack of 10 or 12 razors. They provide a close shave and last nearly as long as the Mach 3s. I do notice the shave isn't quite as close because if I skip a day shaving it is a much thicker growth on Day 2 than with the Mach 3. But if you need to shave everyday it's a non factor.
Tom
So Chicago has 150 intersections with cameras to catch people running a red light and they are adding 220 more.
Guess the city needs money.
Oh - also - the tax on a can of soda and like stuff was raised. It is 13.25%.
Ed...tell how much a pack of cigs is in downtown Chicago.
In Chicago its $9.50 but if you drive outside of Cook County you can get packs for under $5.
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