Next Day Air



For some reason Grandma J was hell bent on seeing this movie. She did ponder seeing the Hannah Banana movie, but thought is was probably too juvenile....you know like the TV show or that other one....Zack and Cody. But a very knowledgeable blogger (MV where's your blog) assured Grandma J that it wasn't half bad...and actually quite good.



Someone suggested that maybe Grandma J should try a little chick flick starring Matthew McConaughey. Then another blogger said they saw Ghosts of Girlfriends Past and even though it was predictable, they liked it.



So, off to the movies it was! And because I had a generous gift card, I invited no one who needed a paid seat "I feel like a neglected stepchild" Phillip Johnny Bob.




He was so excited, that he forgot we were going out in public......and neglected to get fully dressed. Silly boy!

We got our popcorn, and nabbed our usual front row seat so we could put our feet up on the rail. I want to take a moment to thank the kind Soldier who offered to take our picture, even though he was on a date. Grandma J is always amazed the way perfect strangers are so friendly and willing to reach out.

Now for the movie....

It starts with a perpetually stoned NDA (Next Day Air) courier, delivers a parcel to the wrong apartment in a seedy part of Philadelphia. The small time hustlers (Mike Epps and Wood Harris), who sign for it immediately contact the cousin of one of theirs to sell the drugs.

Meanwhile, the Mexican drug kingpin, is constantly calling the intended recipient, a Puerto Rican thug and his GF ( Cisco Reyes and Yasmin Delez) asking if they received the box. They innocently insist they haven't received it, and when the drug lord tells them that he tracked it and it was signed for....they decide to track down the package themselves.

Now, the small time hustlers are in the process of finalizing their deal....drugs for money...but oops!



Their thug neighbor shows up with the Mexican drug kingpin and his sidekick.

Can you say, ay chihuahua?

The rest is predictable. No surprises at all throughout the movie.

The movie didn't shake Grandma J's tree at all. Comedy? bleh....not really funny enough to be classified as a comedy. Bad language? Ummm more than necessary and it got a bit boring except for the girlfriend, who was funny.

Grandma J wasn't impressed with this low budget attempt at being a racy version of Tyler Perry light...or whatever it tried to be.

For what it was worth....I give it 2 ½ parcels out of five.

One Of These Things Is Not Like The Others

Can you tell which one?

Do you remember playing that game on Mr. Roger's Neighborhood? Do you remember the little song? Well, it's been on my mind a lot lately.

You see, there's this blogger who has some of the same things I have. Really, it's true. I mean, OK, maybe not exactly the same things...but basically the same things. by basically, I mean sort of the same.....almost.

Here, I'll show you what I mean.

We both have dogs that love to lounge on the couch...like real couch potatoes. Neither one of us has a problem exposing them to Internet doggy ridicule. JJ's really my grandson.


We both have clean windows....ummmmm the difference is, Grandma J couldn't get a teenager to do hers for any amount of money!

This blogger and I both have soldiers serving in the US Army! Soldier on men.

We also have the same love for Iguanas....right?

Then of course we both have gates. My gate is to let all the loons at the Compound in....hers is to keep all the loons out.

We both have new vacuums. Hers is the envy of most, including grandma j. Mine is lighter and a zillion dollars cheaper.

Just like a couple of twins, wouldn't you say?


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THE CAISSONS GO ROLLING ALONG



Mother Nature was kind enough to give us a break in the rain so we could enjoy the Veterans Day Parade.

Killeen Texas is home to Fort Hood. Fort Hood is the largest Army base in the Country, and Killeen is a great place have a Veterans Day Parade in the older downtown area.




The 1st Cavalry Division Band leads off the parade!

My son-in-law is 1st Cav.

There are several High Schools in the Killeen ISD, but Killeen HS was the first, and they are the ROOS....well, actually, they are the Kangaroos...but be careful what you say because their pride runs deep.

Every high school has ROTC program, and they are huge....and considered a valuable presence on campus......

....every single one of them


If I had known about this guy representing the Y....

...and this guy, who represents himself, JJ would have been marching too, and he will next year!


Veterans from every war were honored



Our debt to some is enormous

The First Cavalry, First Team covered wagon has a dog....



And they ride in the Rose Parade in Pasadena CA on New Years Day...
And last but not least....

Hot cowboys soldiers on horses!


Waving at Grandma J
I loved this small town Veterans Day Parade!!


* FYI, I stood on a corner, and the formation of some of the groups look a bit askew as they made the turn.

HE TAGGED ME......

My good friend Jason, from The Jason Show......featuring Executive Producer, Diego, who wants to come see my boa constrictor, tagged me.

The subject is Values. I'm supposed to Name Six Things I Value. So here I go.

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My Family...no surprise here. The Fruit of my Looms, sprung from my womb. My four children, their spouses, and my ten grandchildren are my life.
With eighteen birthdays a year, it's not exactly a gaggle that can be ignored. They make me laugh, and cry. they make me proud, and I embarrass them. This is the order of things. This is something I value.

My Faith...Some people don't understand faith.
I have my chosen faith community, but real faith is accepting that which you believe to be true without demanding logic. Faith is not blaming God for evil and misfortunate tragedy, but believing and trusting in his plan and promise of salvation. This is something I value.

My Health....I value my health, and I'm thankful for genes that are forgiving of all my bad habits. I value the medical field that does their best to heal what it can, and make livable what it can't. Every day I tell myself I'm going to take better care of myself, but sometimes I'm hard of hearing. My health is something I value.





My Freedom.....I am proud to be an American, No other country affords it's citizens all the freedoms I have. I thank our troops daily. Literally I do. I live in a military town, and hardly a day goes by that I don't say "thank you" to a soldier. I value my freedom.

My Stuff.....You knew something superficial was coming, yes you did. But it's true, I love my stuff. I love my car, and when I realized it was seven years old, I could hardly believe it. I've never had a car more than five years. So, even though I love it, I'm looking to get a new one...so I can spread the love. I also love my laptop, camera, awesome phone and Starbucks.

My JJ. Well, he's not mine really, but I love him, and he loves me. I value God's creatures.

I'm not posting a list of things I don't value. What I don't value, others might hold dear. So, it's a matter of choice and tolerance.

Now, I'm supposed to tag six people. This meme has been around the block twice...so I leave it up to you. Let me know if you decide to do it!!

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WORLD SERIES SCHEDULE

Game 1: at Rays, PHILLIES TAKE IT 3 -2

Game 2: at Rays, RAYS TAKE IT 4-2

Game 3: at Phillies, Sat., Oct. 25, 8 p.m. ET

Game 4: at Phillies, Sun., Oct. 26, 8 p.m. ET

Game 5: at Phillies (if nec.), Mon., Oct. 27, 8 p.m. ET

Game 6: at Rays (if nec.), Wed., Oct. 29, 8 p.m. ET

Game 7: at Rays (if nec.), Thurs., Oct. 30, 8 p.m. ET

TOMORROW IS INDEPENDENCE DAY

And Grandma J wants to wish all her readers a happy, and safe 4th of July.
With plenty of good food, friends, and family as we reflect on the blessings bestowed on this great nation.

TO HONOR THOSE WHO SERVE


Today we remember those who have served and sacrificed to protect the freedoms we enjoy. Cherish the day, celebrate, and given the opportunity, thank a service man or woman. I know I will.