Silliness

Lately, some friends and I have been speaking in a British accent. Once we get going it’s REALLY hard to stop…and what makes it funnier is that when we go get coffee or ice cream, the people behind the counter join us!

Need an example?

Mimi (with a British accent and a cheesy smile): May I have a small cup of hot chocolate?
Taylor the Latte Boy (with a British accent and a pirate look on his face): Would you like to add some Gray Poupon to your order?

HA HA. We're just spreading the cheer - don't be annoyed. :)

The Art of Communication

Speak Properly, and in as few words as you can, but always plainly; for the end of speech is not ostentation, but to be understood.

William Penn

Many of us can learn from this, no?

A Wednesday Word: making wednesday worthwhile

bal·ly·hoo (bāl'ē-hōō') Pronunciation Key
n. pl. bal·ly·hoos

1. Sensational or clamorous advertising or publicity.
2. Noisy shouting or uproar.

Recently, advertising conversations have been frequent in my world (I'm taking a break from politics, ha ha).

• First, a friend of mine is shocked when she sees a billboard that reads: Jesusdoesnotcare.com. To which I responded, "Yeah, it's probably one of those church websites. You know - Jesus doesn't care...where you've come from, how you dress, if you're rich or poor..." Turns out that it is a billboard from her church! It caught our attention for sure. You should check it out!
  
• Second, coming up 59 north, there is a billboard that reads: moonvertising.com. It has this big moon thing sticking out and there's green light stuff all over it and I think..."What are they trying to be - BATMAN?" Yes, curiosity had me. You should check it out!
• And last, but certainly NOT least, I spoke to another friend about The Real Men of Genius, Bud light commercials. I think these are considered ballyhoos. Whoever is on this brainstorming team really is a genius! I mean, who comes up with stuff like (yes click and listen. You should check them out!):
  
• Mr. Hair Gel Overgeller
• Mr. Underwear Inspector No. 12
• Mr. In the Car Nose Picker
• Mr. Really Loud Cell Phone Talker Guy
• Mr. Silent Killer Gas Passer
• Mr. Fancy Coffee Shop Coffee Pourer

Edit: Go here if the links don't work.

Notes on being a Mimi

This is more of a warning than anything. If you so choose to name your child Mimi or a name with the corresponding nickname Mimi, beware of what your child will endure any time she meets new people (specifically in a group setting):

• This is funny, because the person saying it is trying to not be offensive!
  

"Oh that name reminds me of this really funny lady on this really funny show!"
"The Drew Carey Show? Mimi?"
"Yeah how did you know?"
"Uhm, I've seen the show. And I dressed like her once for Halloween!"

• "Your name is MIMI???? OMG, That's what I call my Gramma!"
• ♫♪Mi-mi-mi-MIIIIIIIIII!!!!!!!!!!♫♪

• "OMG! have you ever seen the movie/show RENT? OMG, it's the best! The main character is Mimi!! Your name CANNOT be MIMI MARQUEZ!!! (insert the mimi song for the next 20 minutes)

It's fun to play along! However, when the singing doesn't stop - God SPARE US! Wow.

25 is the magic number...

:-)