Imitation is the sincerest form of flattery. Or in my case, laziness. So here are some ideas that were stolen inspired by some of my favorite bloggers.
Knitting and gorgeous photos can be found onCabezelana. I don’t know how to knit, so I hopped on a plane and headed for Mel’s future home, Iceland, to see what all the fuss is about.
I Deny You the Nidus! has a macabre little game called “Guess That Grave.” FDot gives three clues, but I couldn’t narrow it down. Who knew dead people could be so fascinating?
This person:
set an equine high jump record that stood for more than 25 years
originally wanted to be a math (yuck) professor.
had an aversion to any kind of profanity, noting that it was a waste of time. No off color stories were allowed to be told in his presence.
suffered intense migraine headaches which were sometimes reported as bouts of drunkenness.
was tone deaf and could not recognize any of the light airs of the time; military music was especially annoying to him.
abhorred red meat of any kind, and the sight of blood made him ill. Consequently, he insisted on his meat being cooked on the verge of being charred. He would not eat any kind of fowl, but was fond of pork and beans, fruit, and buckwheat cakes.
Tam’s Reads has book reviews galore (interspersed with photos of hot guys!). Here is my book report of Tina Fey’s Bossypants:
This book is filled with sarcastic, self-deprecating humor – from the picture on the front to the blurbs on the back. It’s a fast read that touches on Tina Fey’s work and personal life. I wish she had gone into a little more depth regarding Mean Girls (and her other movies), her years at SNL, and her experiences at 30 Rock. And there was no dish about the celebrities she has worked with. I demand gossip! But bonus points for including unflattering photos of herself. I would recommend this book – but not enough to buy it. Borrow it from a friend or from the library.
Enrico at Hotel Tuesday posts the most adorable journal entries from his childhood. I don’t have any schoolwork saved from my childhood, but I did find this “ghost in the attic” tucked in a book. I think I was in 2nd or 3rd grade at the time:
Social butterfly VUBOQ blogs about his wonderful pottery, yummy cocktails, ironing, blobbing and hanging out with letters of the alphabet. I can’t stand clay under my nails, so here I am ironing and enjoying a martini. Later I blobbed on the couch with H.
Xi_Heather and TwoPi have a math blog,360. Like Barbie, I am allergic to math. I do have a nifty calculator with sparkly buttons, though.
Marry, F*ck or Kill on Jere’s blog, Blind Prophecy is a fun and thought provoking game. You must pick one person you would marry, one you would make sweet love to and one you would meet in the conservatory with a lead pipe. Here is the “all grown up” edition.
Choice One: Brian Austin Green (Beverly Hills 90210, Terminator: The Sarah Connor Chronicles)
Choice Two: Jason Bateman (Silver Spoons, Arrested Development)
Choice Three: Mark Paul Gosselaar (Saved By the Bell, Bangers and Mash)
Perspectologist often contains thoughtful explorations of Chris D.’s life/feelings (with bonus nudie pics). But I don’t have feelings. And you do not want to see me without clothes. TRUST. So we’ll just move along.
Cocky & Rude‘s Mikey and YouTube videos go hand in hand. Here is a video that made me cry kawaii tears. Forget puppies, I want Asian twins for Christmas!
Craig’s debates at Puntabulous are both controversial and hysterical. Here, Harry and I debate dark chocolate (yuck!) vs. milk chocolate (delicious!). Who do you think makes the most convincing argument? (Don’t forget who can paste your head on something unfortunate).
David P. atSomeone in a Tree has a weekly tent pitch. So I found a tent pitch of my own to share.
And here are David’s answers to the C&R Studio (better late than never). Fave word: vacation Least fave word: sorry Turn on: muscles Turn off: slovenliness Sound likes: harmony Sound dislikes: car alarms Vocation like to try: actor Vocation least like to try: sanitation worker If heaven exists, what would he like God to say: “Thank you for all your hard work.”
Paul at Where The Parkway Ends (is he ever going to start blogging again?) posts catchy little tunes for your drive to and from work. Here is my boppy little “Friday Morning Commute Sing-a-long Song.” What Do All the People Know is a one-hit wonder from the San Diego band, The Monroes:
John doesn’t have a blog, but he does have a Question of the Day he poses on Facebook. The trend these days seems to be for marines to ask celebrities to the Marine Corp Ball. Mila Kunis and Justin Timberlake have already accepted. Betty “Heartbreaker” White declined (luckily, Linda Hamilton came to the rescue). Anywayzle, here is my QOTD: If you were a marine, which celebrity would you invite to the ball?
Mush atGoblinbox is a bento magician. She really makes the most mouthwatering bento boxes. This is my first foray into bento-ing. Those little tortilla people are Mikey and Adam.
Don’t they look delicious?
Adam likes to live on the edge. Here is a gross/dangerous game he likes to play on Cocky & Rude. But why should he have all the fun? How many goldfish crackers (Xplosive Pizza!)* do you think Harry can cram into his mouth?
*I will never eat goldfish crackers again.
I’ll give the grave and mouth cram answers in the comment section at the end of the day. Thanks for all the entertainment/humor you have provided through your blogs – you guys are the best!
Welcome to Cocky & Rude Fight Club! The rules to the game are simple. Each week we’ll introduce our fighters. We’ll do the leg work and help you analyze their strengths and weaknesses. Then we’ll put the results to vote. You’ll pick which combatant will decimate their opponent in the knock-down, drag-out brawl of Cocky & Rude Fight Club! Let’s meet this week’s fighters…
RAGGEDY ANN & ANDY
Date of Birth: Raggedy Ann was created in 1915 as a doll and first appeared in a book in 1918. Her brother, Raggedy Andy first appeared in a book in 1920. Place of Birth: the mind of Johnny Gruelle Hair Color: bright red Current Residence: The playroom Relationship Status: siblings Occupation: friendly dolls Height & Weight: probably less than a pound each Hobbies: singing, dancing, playing, adventuring, being nice Favorite Yarn Color: bright red Favorite Yarn Creation: each other! Favorite Outfit: dress & apron; sailor suit & hat Favorite Author: Johnny Gruelle Favorite curse word: darn!
Raggedy Ann and her brother Raggedy Andy are fictional characters created by American writer Johnny Gruelle (1880–1938) in a series of books he wrote and illustrated for young children. The two siblings have appeared in countless books, a few television cartoons, and a feature film since 1918. Raggedy Ann and Andy are considered to be in the public domain, and there are countless versions of the dolls — both mass-produced and handmade in existence. In an unofficial C&R poll, we found that every grandmother in the United States owns at least one of the dolls. While you may think that these two unassuming dolls are weak and defenseless, you are wrong. Their secret weapons include a constant smile in the face of opposition, black dead button eyes, an army of countless clones (ready to hold your grandma hostage at the drop of a thimble), the willingness to cannibalize your clothes for body parts, opposable thumbs on mitten-style hands, and the utter lack of a soul.
MEL
AKA / Alias: Cabezalana Date of Birth: 02 Apr 1969 Place of Birth: Newberry, SC Hair Color: Brown Current Residence: Kittery Point, ME Relationship Status: Gay-married with furchildren Occupation: Veterinarian and Bringer of Doom Height & Weight: 5’11″ & less than Kirstie Alley Hobbies: Knitting, Dreaming of moving to Iceland Favorite Yarn Color: Blue Favorite Yarn Creation: My Icelandic lopapeysu Favorite Outfit: Jeans & t-shirt, except when I wear my kilt Favorite Author: David Sedaris Favorite curse word: Fuck
Everyone’s favorite yarn-loving veterinarian from Maine is none other than Mel! C&R asked Mel for a few fun facts about himself, and here’s what he had to say: “I’m obsessed with eating enough fiber, I once pulled porcupine quills out of Stockard Channing’s dogs, I have never sent anyone a pic of my junk, I love spicy foods, drinking alcohol gives me a headache (which is why I only drink really good beer), buying lottery tickets at the 7-11 is one of the most lowbrow things I do, and I’ve been an ovolacto vegetarian for over 16 years.” His secret weapons include a kung-fu grip, quick tweeting fingers, a southern charm, razor sharp knitting needles and a seam-ripper, and top-notch culinary skills with a specialty in kickass salads.
Who will win in the battle of YARN PEOPLE vs. YARN LOVER? Will Raggedy Ann & Andy tag-team Mel and hold his elder relatives hostages? Or will Mel stab the smiling siblings with knitting needles and tear them apart? There’s only one rational way to decide which fighter will win this battle. We’re putting this no-holds-barred fight to a vote. The poll will be open for approximately 24 hours, and you may vote as many times as you want.That’s right — we’re not blocking repeat votes, so vote now and vote often for your favorite Cocky & Rude Fight Club opponent.
Check back on Sunday for the results!
Thanks to Mel & Michelle M. for your assistance with this post!
Welcome to Cocky & Rude Fight Club! The rules to the game are simple. Each week we’ll introduce our fighters. We’ll do the leg work and help you analyze their strengths and weaknesses. Then we’ll put the results to vote. You’ll pick which combatant will decimate their opponent in the knock-down, drag-out brawl of Cocky & Rude Fight Club! Let’s meet this week’s fighters…
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