Welcome to my "Vacay Edition" of Weekly Roundup! While visiting my sister, we didn't get up to too many shenanigans but instead had a quiet and enjoyable visit. Here are a few hilites --
I got my ass whupped at cribbage. I only managed to win a measly couple of games.
A special treat was going for some yummy tiger tiger ice cream! This is a Canadian delicacy consisting of orange ice cream with a black licorice swirl. I've written previously about tiger tiger here.
I finally found and bought a replacement back scratcher for my old one which broke about 6 months ago! Victory is mine!
And I scored an awesome new Marvel t-shirt! (And before you ask -- no, I haven't seen the just-released Deadpool & Wolverine movie yet! I'm waiting until it streams on Disney+).
Can’t wait to see the movie. Love the shirt!
ReplyDeleteHoly moly, I've just discovered that the Blogger software has been upgraded to let me respond to individual comments! What a game changer! Thanks for liking my new tee, Marie!
DeleteI used to play Cribbage back in the day and loved it. I don't know why I stopped ...
ReplyDeleteThat looks like an industrial strength back-scratcher; should last a good long while.
I like big back-scratchers and I cannot lie.
Delete...black licorice is an acquired taste that I never acquired!
ReplyDeleteI like the sweeter versions of black licorice but not the hardcore stuff.
DeleteGlad you had a good break! Oh yes, I need a back scratcher! Clothes hangers don't work perfectly. But no, no, no, to liquorice in ice cream.
ReplyDeleteBears resort to scratching their backs against a tree. I was almost to the point of resorting to that when I found my new back-scratcher!
DeleteGood to see you back. I used to play cribbage with my Dad as a kid. I don't think I ever won a game.
ReplyDeleteI learned how to play when I was a kid too. It's a big game on the Canadian prairies. The Maritimes too, I believe.
DeleteI'm glad you had a good visit with your sister. As for cribbage, I think I've played it twice in my life. I may be a little competitive and I might hate losing:)
ReplyDeleteCribbage CAN be a blood sport, it's true, if you take it too seriously.
DeleteWelcome back! Glad you had a good time with your sister. Oh, back scratchers ... what would we do without them? We just saw the new Deadpool movie a couple of days ago. The rest of the family knows more about the whole Marvel industry than I do, but I still thought it was funny. -Jenn
ReplyDeleteIt certainly helps to know all the preceding Marvel backstories, but all you really need to enjoy Deadpool is a dirty mind and a love of cartoon violence.
DeleteAfter I saw the Deadpool/Wolverine boy band opening on YouTube, I'm itching to see this movie as well.
ReplyDeleteIt will be EPIC!
DeleteYou reminded me that I need a back scratcher! Thanks!
ReplyDeleteGlad you had fun with your sister.
You cannot survive in a dry climate without a good back-scratcher!
DeleteI am not sure why you would need a backscratcher, given the long lineup of buxom butch lesbians eager to do the job for you? Nonetheless that is indeed a rawther victorious picture.
ReplyDeleteIt's nice you were able to visit your sister in between the circuit parties.
Do you know who I can contact about obtaining that lineup of buxom butch lesbians? Help a sister out!
DeleteI am sure e would have some leads for you.
DeleteWell, in line with most modern movies Deadpool and Wolverine DOES have a few commercial ti-ins. :-)
ReplyDeleteDeadpool sex toys would be bestsellers! Disney, get on that right away!
DeleteI don't know if I realized it was licorice, but I'm sure I've had ice cream that looks like that in the past. Anyway, welcome back. You've been missed.
ReplyDeleteThanks, Kirk -- glad to be back!
DeleteI searched for Tiger Tiger ice cream in the US. No luck.
ReplyDeleteAfter gun laws, socialized medicine, and no Trump, tiger tiger ice cream is the main advantage to being Canadian.
DeleteThat is so kind of you to let your kid sister win at Cribbage. I NEED that tiger tiger ice cream. If we had that here, we both might be tempted to have it every day. My mouth is actually watering. We have telescoping back scratchers. SG couldn’t live without one. He’d love the big “hand size” of yours. I’m waiting for Deadpool & Wolverine, but will have to watch it by myself I think. And I’m sorry your vacay is over, but I’m so happy you’re back!
ReplyDeleteHow did you know I LET her win? *wink*
ReplyDeleteglad you had a nice visit. in toronto, they called that ice cream tiger tail. i hate ice cream but i really liked that stuff you you can not find it anywhere in the states. but if trump gets elected (it's not going to happen!) and i have to move back to canada, i will eat that again!
ReplyDeleteI knew an alternative name is "tiger tail" but I didn't know it was Toronto-centric! Thanks for that info, Joyce.
DeleteWelcome back!
ReplyDeleteMerci beaucoup!
DeleteI'm glad that you had a nice visit with your sister, Debra! I had some great games of cribbage while I was in Nova Scotia. Oh would I love some tiger tiger ice cream.!
ReplyDeleteMaritimes crib players are LEGENDARY!
ReplyDeleteThis is ultra fun and quirky!
ReplyDeleteQuirky is my middle name!
DeleteSounds like you had a great time!
ReplyDeleteYes, it was nice to get away for a bit of a break.
DeleteWelcome back! I had to double check just to see when you were coming back ... Just in time for this coming full moon! I think it's already affecting my sleep! Ugh!! I hate when that happens!
ReplyDeleteLooking forward to the altar and Goddess!
Yes, the Full Moon is on Monday, so see you then!
ReplyDeleteMy sister is an avid cribbage player and taught my daughters and grandchildren to play. I never was interested.
ReplyDeleteJoanne, I bet your game was poker or something like that!
ReplyDeleteYes Debra my blog has been upgraded to reply individually, it has only taken 16 years!!. Never played cribbage, 500 is my favourite game. That tiger tiger icecream looks scrumptious, most icecreams look good to me!
ReplyDeleteBig hugs
Peggy xxxx
This upgrade is like a miracle! I can't believe it!
ReplyDeleteWow, no seniors' casino junkets or alcohol of any kind to be had, eh?
ReplyDeleteI'm just too darn wholesome for my own good.
DeleteIt is so nice to have you back where you belong. We missed you. It sounds like you had a nice time with family and shopping.
ReplyDeleteYes, I'm back and full of piss & vinegar!
ReplyDeleteI am hoping to see the new DEADPOOL. How is it our backscratchers come up missing so often.
ReplyDeleteThey go missing because people steal them BEHIND OUR BACKS. . . . I'll show myself out now.
ReplyDeleteSounds like a great visit, a time to regernrate.
ReplyDeletehave fun
the Ol'Buzzard
I do feel rejuvenated, yes!
ReplyDeleteThe ice cream looks great,
ReplyDeleteit's the best to have a good time with your sister!
Yes, a back scraper is essential!
Yeah, sisters are the best, aren't they!
DeleteMy parents played crib. If my dad won is because of skill, and if my mom won it was because of luck.
ReplyDeleteLuck or skill, I'll take a crib win any way I can get it, LOL!
ReplyDeleteTiger ice cream! Hey, I learned something !
ReplyDeleteI always have a back scratcher with me, even when I travel. Joy to itch in a minute.
Back scratchers are truly indispensable.
DeleteThat is one extra superior back scratcher!
ReplyDeleteYes, it's a real Numero Uno!
ReplyDeleteWelcome back. I've not played crib in years. It was a favourite with my late father.
ReplyDeleteIt's been around since the 1700s or something.
DeleteIt's good to know that I am not alone with a sometimes itchy back in a spot that is impossible to reach - now I need a back scratcher too.
ReplyDeleteNo worries when you've got a good back-scratcher!
ReplyDeleteI've never played cribbage or had Tiger Tiger ice cream! I also remember when I didn't need a back scratcher, you know, back when the shoulders could maneuver around better. 🤣 Time with your sister sounds like a lovely respite all the way around.
ReplyDeleteCome to Canada and I'll teach you cribbage while serving you tiger tiger ice cream!
DeleteI am happy you could visit your sister dear Debra
ReplyDeleteThe ice cream looks so yummy unfortunately 😍
It was nice to see my comment on your 2016 post :)
You are a faithful reader and commenter!
DeleteOh my eldest son has watched the movie with his girlfriend and they liked it a lot
ReplyDeleteYes, everyone's raving about it!
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