Vodka, One the world’s most popular spirits, goes way back. It is said that as early as the Middle Ages, Vodka has been enjoyed “neat” (straight up). Vodka also has a long history of use as medicine, having been sold by druggists to cure everything from infertility to colic and the plague. While some of those … Continue reading Odd (stupid) Uses for Vodka
Odds and Ends
Pit Proud:The History Of The Pit Bull
Another great video from Dog Files, Kenn Bell. Pit Proud, will educate you, soften your heart, and open your mind. It will help you understand why breed bans are never the answer. Blame the deed not the breed; promote responsible dog ownership and punish irresponsible dog ownership. Most importantly spend time, energy and money educating … Continue reading Pit Proud:The History Of The Pit Bull
Twinkies: A Big Delight in Every Bite
Twinkies! Can we talk? I’m eating a Twinkie. Really. Why? Because I had a craving for a Twinkie. I haven’t eaten a Twinkie in years and when I saw a box on the grocery shelf, I thought, “I must have that Twinkie.” So bought it, I’m eating it, and it’s good. Kind of good. In … Continue reading Twinkies: A Big Delight in Every Bite
Odd but Cool Video’s!
Irish Hand Dancing, A Twist on Break Dancing, Parkour, Ninja Women and last but by no means least a Walrus Doing Sit-Ups. It's true, it is all about finding the right exercise program! Really! Forget what you think you know about Irish Dancing (Michael Flatley and curly-haired wigs), and check the Irish Dance stylings of … Continue reading Odd but Cool Video’s!
Cow Tipping In Topeka
This past weekend I made a trip to Topeka, Kansas. As I left the Kansas City airport, I noticed a lot of gift shops carrying t-shirts and hoodies that read, “Nothing Tips Like a Cow.” Really? Honest to God, I had never, ever considered tipping a cow. My friends on Facebook were somewhat useful when … Continue reading Cow Tipping In Topeka
A Dog Breed For Everyone!
Cole and I keep a list of the different breeds of dogs that have camped with us over the years. Last night we updated our book and reminisced about some of our odder Happy Campers. Sybil was our first and only Xoloitzcuintli. Her family moved to Portland, Oregon and we were sad to see Sybil … Continue reading A Dog Breed For Everyone!
We, The People
We, the People. While Odd and politics certainly have a lot in common, I would have probably steered clear of this post, if the blog post, Tsk, Tsk Mr. President. Are You For Us Or Against Us? on They Call Me Jane, had not riled me up and poured me a cup of courage. I heard … Continue reading We, The People
Ashes to Vinyl-Joe a Groovy Kind of Guy
So many ways to go … When Joe’s dad died, Joe called me from Florida and asked me to talk to the cremation parlor. He felt confused. I understood immediately when I asked the employee helping me what hours they were open, and she answered, “We are open 24/7, but never on the weekends and … Continue reading Ashes to Vinyl-Joe a Groovy Kind of Guy
Happy Michaelmas! Courage,Initiative,Steadfastness
Happy Michaelmas! “It is true that spring is fair, and it is a fine capacity of the human soul to perceive the beauty of the spring, the growing, sprouting, burgeoning life. But to be able to perceive also when the leaves fade and take on their fall coloring, when the animals creep away — to … Continue reading Happy Michaelmas! Courage,Initiative,Steadfastness
Celebrating Johnny Appleseed’s Birthday with Apple Kuchen!
Happy Birthday Johnny Appleseed!! An Odd Dude. Some say Johnny Appleseed was a pioneer but I picture him more as an 1800’s hippie. He wore coffee sacks with holes cut out for his arms, rarely wore shoes even in the winter he could walk over the ice and snow barefooted and the skin was so thick … Continue reading Celebrating Johnny Appleseed’s Birthday with Apple Kuchen!