NOVEMBER 2007

BEEP BEEP UH HUH!

Back w/ another edition of the Pokeno Rag. This one is all about our super swell party at Peg's house. We played fireside and had SO much “Comfort Food” that some were ready to burst & others just got gassy.

On the menu this month was Mac & Cheese, Creamy Tomato Soup, Spinach & Cheese bowls, chocolate covered pretzels (which we almost didn't get because a drunk driver drove through the store that day), Cherry Cheesecake, Bread Pudding, and Apple Crisp w/ ice cream.

Peg also had a nice selection of appetizers to keep us busy while we waited for all the people who were running late. Missy completely forgot about Pokeno. John reminded her at 5:30 while she was in the middle of making dinner. She told John hopefully the steak won't burn & ran out the door to join us. Then, Patt called and said that her & Debi were lost. Apparently, they were in Westville & couldn't find 130. But, the worst of them was poor Kate. She called to tell me she was in Delaware. That's right....Delaware. She was having so much fun driving on 295, that she continued right past Peg's exit & right onto the Delaware Memorial Bridge! Peg stayed on the phone with Kate to guide her back step by step. When Kate came in, I immediately provided her with a shot. She needed it for sure! After everyone arrived safe & sound, we finally started playing.

It was noted this month that Kate likes to hold up the cards while she is calling. This way, everyone can see the card in case they can't hear it. Which really comes in handy when the caller says “stymond”. Huh? Oh, that's a diamond... Kate also noted that showing off the cards would be much more fun if there were pictures of naked men on them.

During game play, Peg had a really good mix of dance music on. Then “Kiss” by Prince came on. Of course Patt (being such a huge fan) was the first to jump up and start dancing. Next thing you know, the rest of the table jumps up to dance & play at the same time. This was very fun. So much fun in fact that we did this a few more times throughout the evening. It's so nice to see everyone having a good time. So please, if you feel the need to get up & bust a move, go right ahead! Another fun thing to do while playing is to sing songs. Missy & Phyllis broke into a wonderful rendition of the classic “There's A Stranger In My House”.

While we were playing, I reached over to cut the cards & proceeded to knock over Peg's cup of wine. It wasn't too much of a mess, but I did manage to completely saturate the “Mystic Seahorse”. Unfortunately, due to this incident, the “Mystic Seahorse” is now in rehab, fighting off those damn paparazzi. Here's hoping he has a relaxing stay & full recovery. He's expected to be released in time for our next Pokeno party.

NOVEMBER ANNOUNCEMENTS & REMINDERS

Phyllis was responsible for the November Mystery Box. She even managed to find question mark wrapping paper for it! We drew cards to see who the winner was. First time, it was Debi. Since she just provided the mystery in October, she was given the option to pass...which she did. So, we picked again & this time, Peg was the winner. After Peg opened the box, Debi was very upset that she decided to pass up the prize. Phyllis hand-painted a watercolor picture of a cute ass little chipmunk in a log (or some type of nature setting). Everyone thought it was just adorable & were surprised to know that Phyllis had this secret talent. Now Peg will be responsible for the Christmas Party Mystery Box. I wonder what it will be...ohhhh....the suspense......

I started a new thing for the “birthday girl” of the month. Phyllis' birthday was just the other day, so she got to wear the birthday crown (see photo) for the evening. In the event that there are 2 (or more) b-days within that month, y'all can take turns wearing it. Another notable November b-day is Kate L. who turned 21. She celebrated by going to Atlantic City & not getting carded anywhere.

Reminder #1: You only get to cut the cards when it's your turn.

Reminder #2: Gardasil. I'm not sure of the spelling, and I'm not sure what it's supposed to do. But I can tell you that it is definitely NOT vagina cream.

HAVE A HOLLY JOLLY POKENO CHRISTMAS PARTY

Our annual Pokeno Christmas party will be held this year at my house. It will be held on SUNDAY, 12/16 @ 3:00. Please remember to bring your Pokeno Pollyanna gift for the December party. Hopefully you remembered who you have & what you're supposed to buying. If not, just bring $20 in a card & wait to see who's left without a gift.

WHAT ARE YOU THANKFUL FOR?

Since this Pokeno was just a few days after Thanksgiving, I figured it would be a good question to pose to everyone. I'm thankful for good friends & good times; Marge = family & friends; Phyllis = her “foxy bitches”; Patt = her health; Debi = 4-day weekend with time to chill; Kate = novelty playing cards; Peg = her home because it's a place she can share with her wonderful friends :)

So, on that note, I'm outta here. Until next time ladies, keep on livin' la vida loca....ay!