Today and Tomorrow
......in that order


Now that the snow has melted , it is safe for Grandma J to roam freely thoughout the town.   It's amazing how far behind a person can get when they are home bound for a couple of days....unexpectedly.

High on the list was a trip to the post office to get my way overdue mailing out......watch your mailboxes for them if you emailed me your address.

Jack was working....you remember him, don't you?   He still had his manboobs doesn't have his ponytail anymore........but he's thinkin of growing it back.

 But he did show Grandma J his newest tattoos.  Grandma J wonders if he can still get a suntan, and if he can, do the flames around the juke box turn purple?

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Tomorrow is Friday, and yes, Grandma J is going to a matinee.

She's gonna see Cop Out with Bruce ::heartthrob::  Willis and Tracy Morgan.   It's an R rated adult comedy which means it's probably sleazy like Hangover......and right up Grandma J's alley.

review to follow.

Vancouver Olympics
the out takes

Due to the lack of  qualifying credentials funds and credibility with The Canadian Broadcasting Czar, a few up and coming stars on the US Olympic team didn't get any TV coverage.

Because she's a patriot and a stage mother sports enthusiast, Grandma J wants to share with you a few photos of one of the athletes in action.

It's our own Phillip Johnny Bob......who took it upon himself to carry the torch across the international border.  For the record, this wasn't the official torch....but let's not get all caught up in details.

Like most Olympians, PJB was all geared up for his big event, the taco eating contest,  highly dangerous luge.

With the  form of a true athlete, and the muscle tone of  a fried twinky the fittest of the fittest,  Phil barreled down the mountain in no time flat.

Unfortunately, Phillip Johnny Bob and his teammate Crusty were disqualified during the doubles.   Crusty didn't think he had to wear any protective safety gear....due to the fact that he WAS MADE out of ironclad protective gear.

After all was said and done, is anyone surprised that PJB walked away with an Olympic Gold Metal despite all his challenges?   I didn't think so!

Neither Sleet Nor Snow
can make Grandma J go to the Post Office

And that was her plan.   To finally mail out all the Aba Zaba candy bars to those of you who emailed Grandma J your address.

But.....when Grandma J got up it was snowing cats and dogs!  Surely this is a real honest to goodness "snow day".   WRONG!   The schools were open.

So, Grandma J took her granddaughter to school...with snow coming down fast and furious.

It was too early for the post office so Grandma J decided to wait one more day to mail out her stuff.

One hour later, Grandma J gets a text message....

School is out.

Grandma J looks out the window......she recalls how in second grade, she used to trek to and from her school in knee deep snow, in Rhode Island.   With any luck the lady down the street, that the she referred to as Mudpie Marie, would call her in to warm her hands on the radiator.

When Grandma J snapped out of it, she knew that wouldn't be an option for her granddaughter.

 

So it was back out  to brave the elements.   Just a reminder.  Grandma J doesn't live in the same town as her granddaughter's school.

Grandma J picks up her granddaughter, and scurried back home. 

The End.

A to Z MONDAYS

...the ingestable edition

Brought to you this week by the letter
E

That's right, it's all about EGGS!   And boy, does Grandma J have a lot of baloney to tell you about eggs.  

Let's start with a walk down memory lane and take a look at a few recipes from days gone by.  If these recipes don't ring a bell, it's because you are either too young to remember them, or they caused so much cholestoral in your arteries that they clogged your memory as well. 

Either way, Grandma J wants to give you a virtual dose of Lipitor.  

Grab your chest hat and let's go!

click on all pictures to enlarge because you can't read the yummy recipes unless you're Superman.

That's right, let's get cracking with a 42 cent lunch!  With the economy the way it is you could feed a small wedding reception, or the Duggars can feed their clan, including their daughter-in-law and new grandchild for under $10.   

 

Can you hear your kids begging for this favorite combo?  Oh yeah, Spam, a meat product every vegetarian parent can appreciate. 

And Grandma J never knew about French's time saving omlet seasoning....it's probably almost right up there with Taco seasoning.

Doesn't everyone serve their Holiday guest Cambelled Eggs?   All together now.....Mm, mm, Good!

Before we get carried away with too many tasty menu ideas....let's not forget that Eggs are more than brain food.

Who amongst us doesn't mourn the demise of the Egg shampoo?  Excuse me while I get a tissue.

Grandma J has just one question. Why has this recipe been keep from her all these years?  Has anyone tried this to keep from flipping or flopping?


If this little tutorial has renewed your distain love for Eggs in a big way, this may be for you.....

That's right.  A hen that will yield 200 Eggs a year.  I knew you'd love this!

Now, for those of you who haven't flown the coop...here's an egg cartoon to brighten your day.

If you are STILL with me....please go check out some saner edible E words at A to Z Mondays.   Better yet, why not join in?

Thirty Carat Diamond

This ring is so beautiful.  I can only imagine how much this thing would cost....in the millions I'm sure.

But I think it would be hard to make a good meatloaf wearing it.

The Young Victoria
a review

I was really looking forward to seeing The Young Victoria on the big screen, and thanks to it's three Oscar nominations, it's back  in theatres.

One reason Grandma J wanted to see The Young Victoria is to disspell the image of Queen Victoria as a strict, and crotchity old bag stern unyielding, matronly monarch.

Young Victoria, starring Emily Blunt is next in line to ascend the British throne.  Victoria's uncle,  King William ( Jim Broadbent) is dying and her mother, the Duchess of Kent (Miranda Richardson) tries to control access to the young Victoria.  as a side note, Victoria banishes her mother once she becomes queen.

In the meantime, the powers that be try to arrange a romantic connection between Victoria and her Belgian cousin Albert (Rupert Friend).  She is clearly not having any of this, but agrees to stay friends with Albert and allows him to correspond with her when he returns home.

After her coronation at the age of 18, Victoria goes through  attempts to control and persuade her during a period of world-changing events.  Victoria is a fast learn of the ways of politics, relying on the advice of the Prime Minister and Albert. 

The Young Victoria takes you through a historically correct period.  She does find true love and marry....that's all Grandma J is gonna say about that!

Grandma J loved the beautiful period costumes and pageantry of this movie.  It's an artful, romantically historic biography.  Emily Blunt really brought young Victoria to life.

Yes, this is a five crown movie!   Go see it while it's back in theatres. 

T.G.I.F.

It's that time again....yep Friday Matinee.

Once again Grandma J is having a hard time deciding on what movie to see.

She's been wanting to see Young Victoria for some time now and it went away before she got a chance to see it.  Now that it's nominated for some Oscars, it's back in theatres.  It will probably be there  until after the awards, but Grandma J doesn't want to miss it again.

Then there is Valentine's Day!  This movie didn't get good reviews but it's chock full of stars.  Movie stars.

So, which one should she see?  

It's Me, Elise

Grandma J likes to spend quality one-on-one time with her grandchildren.   But some get more than their share of Grandma J's  time due to circumstances beyond their control.

Like Elise.....because she only goes to her school one morning a week.   That doesn't mean she doesn't have a full schedule that requires meals on the run.

Like  the day Grandma J took her to Der Weinerschnitzel because Grandma J doesn't have one in Texas it's a good thing to have some variety in your diet. 

  But when Elise places her order, she asks for chili fries with the chili and cheese "on the side".....and we weren't happy with the way it came.   Elise said she  could  dip her fries in the chile, but not the cheese.

The next day we decide to go back to our regular luncheon stomping grounds....

You can't go wrong with McD's.  Well, unless they give you a boy toy with your Happy Meal.  

Can Grandma J get a boy toy please?

Let's move on to Arby's where the curly fries were a big hit.

So, I'm sure all three of you are counting your blessing that your children aren't subjected to such nutritional abuse.   All Grandma J can say is, don't be so sure.

Besides, Elise burns off all those empty calories in no time flat.  

There's the ballet lessons.  It's a shame that Grandma J has to take pictures through a two way mirror. 

And, the tap lessons that look like the ballet lessons but with different shoes.

And of course Elise is a world class swimmer who will be trying out for a spot on the Ladera Liquids soon.

When Grandma J takes the grandkids to the hotel for a sleepover without parental interference, they traditionally get there buns powdered.

Princess Elise wanted her piggies powdered too.....and her wish was granted.

A time to repent and fast.

....and to take a page out a one of my Blister's book, let me share a messaging conversation between me and my granddaughter.

Scheduling Missteps

Grandma J went to California recently, but you knew that.  She has so much to tell you about her activities and non-activities while she was there.

The last time Grandma J went to California she got sick and avoided contact with old friends and co-workers.

This time, because she was scheduled as primary caretaker of her three grandchildren, she waited to contact anyone until she knew when she would have free time.

There were swimming, dance, and drum lessons.  Plus driving the kids to school and picking them up every day.   In between there were basketball practices and games, Cub Scouts and Indian Princess stuff.

Once Grandma J had everything mapped out she realized she had a window of opportunity just two days away!   She called her friend who used to be her boss....but she lost that title when she retired.  

This is NOT a picture of Grandma J's friend.   It's a picture of her friend's cat, Sally.   Grandma J would show you a picture of her friend but she can't because her friend has a very famous brother who might get jealous if his sister's picture is plastered all over the internet.  Like Grandma J's blog is "all over the internet".

Anyway, Grandma J's friend had a dental appointment with a new dentist that afternoon and she was scared to death  wanted to get there on time.  Her friend wanted Grandma J to extend her time in CA so they could get together and go to the casinos catch up on old times, like talk about their pets.  

Unfortunately that wasn't possible because Grandma J flew out using frequent flyer miles and you can't change those flights.  The next time Grandma J drives to CA she will make sure she spends time with her friend.

Now, Grandma J hasn't heard how the new dentist visit went, so as usual she used her imagination rather than ask her friend. 

But really, does this sign just not seem right?

And, does this guy seem just a tad bit too happy?  Could it be he doesn't take his job seriously?  

Grandma J wonders because when she goes to the dentist here  in Texas it's all stressful business, no fun.

On a scale of 1-10 how much fun is your dentist?