Hodgepodge

Happy Hodgepodge Day, dear friends. Hope that you are all caught up on your shopping.  I wish I were.

1.   Many families have a story they love to tell every year around a holiday.  Does your family have one?  Are you the star of the story, or does another family member take center stage?  Share your story if you want.

When my #1 was about two years old, we hosted a Christmas party.  I let her help me greet the guests.  One of the guests was about eight months pregnant and wore a bright red dress.  

Our little loose cannon.

The minute #1 laid eyes on our guest she yelled out at the top of her lungs "You a HO!"  The woman frowned, and I had to explain to her that anyone who wore red was referred to "Ho" because that was her name for Santa.  I didn't want her to think my kid was making slanderous remarks.

That was also the year that she would scream out MICHAEL JORDAN!! whenever she saw a person of color.  Never a dull moment when we went out in public.

2.  Are you afraid to speak your own opinion?

It depends on the time and place.  At home, I am not afraid to speak my mind.  Ask the Mister. And the girls.

3.  Pantone has announced the color of the year for 2016 ad for the first time have chosen two shades - rose quartz and serenity.  Hmmmm... did you know serenity was a color?  You can read the thought behind their selection here, but essentially it's blending the warmth of rose quartz with the tranquility of a very soft shade of blue.  So what do you think?  Are these colors I'd find in your home or wardrobe?  Will you add something in these shades to either place in the new year?

You would find a paint color close to Serenity but no rose quartz.

4. If you could be in a Christmas Carol, which one would you choose?  Why?

I'm not sure I understand this question.

5.  December 9th is National Pastry Day.  Will you celebrate?  When did you last purchase something from a bakery?  What's your favorite treat that falls under the heading of pastry?  Do you make it yourself or buy from the professionals?

Whenever I try to talk the Mister into going somewhere with me, I always promise that the place sells cookies.  It works wonders.  This is the photo I put on my last post of macaroons stuffed with gelato.  I highly recommend them.

6.  When it comes to holiday decorating _____________________.

When it comes to holiday decorating, I'm always glad when it's over. 

7.  When did you last laugh so much it hurt?  Explain.

The last time that I enjoyed a good ol' belly laugh was when my buddy, Kate the Great came for a visit. I came close to buying a box of Depends that weekend.

8.  Insert your own random thought.




An oldie but a goodie.

When was the last time that you laughed 'til you hurt?


Until next time...