February 2008

CAN’T YOU FEEL THE LOVE?

Our Valentine’s Party was held at Peg-a-la’s house this year. We had another pizza party. Peg provided dough & red sauce; we provided toppings. There were many different things to choose from. We had veggies, mushrooms, chicken, bacon, pepperoni, olives, and tons of cheese. Patt & Debi decided they would get all their toppings ready for when it was their turn. After they got all their stuff together & were waiting, they wound up eating most of their toppings. “Who needs carbs?” they asked. Most of us made semi-round crusts, but Missy & Phyllis got creative. Missy made a heart-shaped crust (see photo). Phyllis made a rectangular crust. All the pizzas were super-yummy! Nice work ladies. We also had lots of chocolate. I guess V-day is “chocolate time”. Phyllis made chocolate truffles & the most awesome chocolate covered cherries ever. Everyone was so hopped up on sugar that we all had sugar rushes and started acting a bit crazy.

Marge was responsible for the Mystery Box this month. I was the winner! The box had a photo theme. There were various sized frames, a photo album & disposable camera. Marge even managed to re-use some of the Mystery paper. There’s only 1 piece left now. Hopefully I’ll be able to use it again for the March Mystery.

Once again, there was lots of good music playing. We “brought sexy back”, rocked out old school with “White Lines” & “Jungle Love”. Patt & I busted into the dance made famous by Morris Day & the Time in “Purple Rain”. See, this is what I learned from my aunt…“classical” music taste & kick ass dance moves!

It was well noted that Kate G. was being a big klutz. From the time she walked in the door, she was dropping stuff & the trend kept going all night. Hopefully Peg won’t have too many chips to clean up on Sunday!

While we were playing, Debi noticed her pile of change was getting smaller. That’s when she realized that she was using change on her card instead of chips. As Patt is laughing at Debi, she almost ate what she thought was a piece of candy. It was a nickel! Good thing she started laughing & not “eating”.

At the end of the night, Peg wasn’t feeling very well. She just got back from Florida earlier in the week, and then had to run around to get things ready for our party. She was just plain exhausted. So, she decided to go lay down. While she lay down, everyone pitched in & cleaned up. We even left her a little “get well” napkin. I spoke to Peg the next morning & she wanted to apologize to everyone for punking out. She also wanted to thank everyone for helping to clean up before we left.

MARCH POKENO

We will be having our March Pokeno party at Phyllis’ house on Saturday, March 16th. Since it’s the day before St. Patty’s, this will be an “Irish” themed party. Be sure to wear your green underpants! Or just be sure to wear some green clothing. The menu so far is spiral ham, potatoes, and Peg’s famous Mac & Cheese.

ANIMALS ALL AROUND

Ladybug, ladybug, fly away home? Peg has some ladybugs in her house. That’s cool, they’re well mannered. They’re also supposed to bring good luck. Anyway, one of the bugs landed on Phyllis’ cup, and then made its way over to Missy’s side of the table. I’m not totally sure what happened, but I think Missy tried to pet it or something, and thought she squashed it. After a few minutes, we noticed the ladybug was crawling around again, so it either survived the squish, or its come back as some sort of mutant zombie ladybug. Check Peg’s head for gnaw marks next time you see her. If she starts to lunge at you saying anything about “brains…..” run quickly in the opposite direction.

Seahorse Assault! As usual, Peg had her “mystic seahorse” handy to help her during the evening. Kate G. hadn’t been doing very well, so the seahorse paid her a visit. Next thing you know, Kate hits 2 in a row. That’s when Phyllis spotted the seahorse. She snatched it from Kate & Peg, sat on it and moved her butt around. Then she handed it back to Peg. Peg accused Phyllis of assaulting her seahorse. Phyllis said, “No! He tapped my ass!!!” Hmm…who do you think was really the victim here? Take a moment to discuss amongst yourselves.

GROUNDHOG’S DAY

Feel like you’ve done that before? Well, the little rodent in a top hat saw his shadow this year. They say that means there will be 6 more weeks of winter. I know none of us are good with numbers, but if you do the math, either way spring will be here in 6 weeks or we suffer another 6 chilly weeks of winter. Think about it…

BEAUTY TIP

During the winter months, you’ll notice that your hair is probably feeling a bit dried, fried and over-all, not well. Try this all-natural super-deep conditioning treatment below:

1. Mash up an avocado with 1 tablespoon of olive oil & 1 teaspoon of baking powder (NOT baking soda…yuck).
2. Mix until very well combined & then work mixture through your hair.
3. Go surf the internet, or otherwise occupy yourself for 15 minutes and then wash it out. Voila! Soft hair once again.