This Tuesday, February 21st is Mardi Gras - So here's some things to know and add to your ten cent crazy book about Mardi Gras
Mardi Gras actually means "Fat Tuesday".
"Fat Tuesday" is the last big feast before (Lent) the forty days before Easter.
Lent is an Old English word that means spring
Forty days because of bible references:
Moses was on the mountain forty days.
Elijah traveled for forty days before hearing the still, small voice of God.
Jesus was in the wilderness praying, for forty days
People usually give up something for Lent - such as smoking, drinking alcohol, soft drinks or coffee, cussing, eating chocolate or any bad habit -kids can give up things like TV, video games or computer games.
The thought is that by giving up things we free ourselves from dependence on them and make ourselves better people by reminding us of the importance of spiritual growth not material growth.
In New Orleans, Mardi Gras celebrations are centered on the neighborhood known as the French Quarter.
King Cakes are large, round cinnamon rolls covered with white icing and a popular Mardi Gras tradition. Hidden inside the cake is a plastic or metal baby. The person that gets the piece of cake with the baby inside, is said to be the King or Queen and have good luck for the next year, and is obligated to buy next year’s King Cake.
Mardi Gras colors are purple for justice, green for faith and gold for power.
People line the Mardi Gras parade routes, to catch prizes of gold coins, known as doubloons and strings of beads thrown by people riding on the floats.
These prizes can be kept for souvenirs or traded for merchandise in many New Orleans businesses
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Tuesday, February 21, 2012
Sunday, February 12, 2012
Anniversary by the numbers (Post 242)
We all know someone having a wedding anniversary this year
Here's a list of gifts for your ten cent crazy book of what gifts to give - depending on how many years the marriage has lasted
Anniversary & Gift Ideas
1. Paper
Tickets for something, books, Newspaper or magazine subscription, Stationary, board games,puzzles, calendars, gift certificates
2. Cotton
Pillows, Cotton Candy Maker
3. Leather
Briefcase, belt wallet, handbag, desk set, Gloves, backpack, luggage or Organizer
4. Fruit and Flowers
Fruit baskets and Flowers
5. Wood
Bonsai Plant, wood carvings, Firewood
6. Candy and Iron
Chocolates, Fireplace accessories, an Outdoor swing or Bench, clothes iron or Cast iron cookware
7.Wool or Copper
Socks, gloves, scarf or any movie with the word seven in the title, copper vase
8. Bronze or Brass
Bookends, candleholders
9. Pottery or Willow
Vase, flower pot or picnic basket
10. Tin
Anything that comes in a tin can
11. Steel
Flatware, Knifes, or anything stainless steel for the kitchen
12. Silk or Linen
Robes, Scarf's, PJ’s, Lingerie, Ties or sheets
13. Lace
Handkerchiefs or Curtains
14. Ivory
I don't think you can buy true ivory anything any longer, so you could probably buy elephant friendly imitation ivory jewelry or anything with an elephant on it, pictures, jewelry or sculpture. Or you could just get circus or zoo tickets, or ivory colored flowers.
15. Crystal
Anything crystal, rocks, candleholders, jewelry or bowls
20. China
Anything made of china or maybe a Chinese dinner
25. Silver
Jewelry, Mirrors or picture frames
30. Pearl
Jewelry, Rosary, Tie tacks or cufflinks
35. Coral
Jewelry, bookends, candleholders, sculptures or bowls
40. Ruby
Jewelry, rings, bracelet, necklace, earrings, broach, tie clip, cufflinks
45. Sapphire
Jewelry, rings, bracelet, necklace, earrings, broach, tie clip, cufflinks
50. Gold
Jewelry, rings, bracelet, necklace, earrings, broach, tie clip, cufflinks, a watch, mirrors or picture frames
55. Emerald
Jewelry, rings, bracelet, necklace, earrings, broach, tie clip, cufflinks or dark green lingerie
60. Diamond
Jewelry, rings, bracelet, necklace, earrings, broach, tie clip, cufflinks, or a trip to Crater of Diamonds state park in Arkansas
75. Diamond ........ (I know again?) (You can't make this stuff up)
Heirloom quilts or framed family photos
On a 75th wedding anniversary
Greetings can be solicited from Queen Elizabeth II, the President of the United States, or, in other countries, the Prime Minister.
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Here's a list of gifts for your ten cent crazy book of what gifts to give - depending on how many years the marriage has lasted
Anniversary & Gift Ideas
1. Paper
Tickets for something, books, Newspaper or magazine subscription, Stationary, board games,puzzles, calendars, gift certificates
2. Cotton
Pillows, Cotton Candy Maker
3. Leather
Briefcase, belt wallet, handbag, desk set, Gloves, backpack, luggage or Organizer
4. Fruit and Flowers
Fruit baskets and Flowers
5. Wood
Bonsai Plant, wood carvings, Firewood
6. Candy and Iron
Chocolates, Fireplace accessories, an Outdoor swing or Bench, clothes iron or Cast iron cookware
7.Wool or Copper
Socks, gloves, scarf or any movie with the word seven in the title, copper vase
8. Bronze or Brass
Bookends, candleholders
9. Pottery or Willow
Vase, flower pot or picnic basket
10. Tin
Anything that comes in a tin can
11. Steel
Flatware, Knifes, or anything stainless steel for the kitchen
12. Silk or Linen
Robes, Scarf's, PJ’s, Lingerie, Ties or sheets
13. Lace
Handkerchiefs or Curtains
14. Ivory
I don't think you can buy true ivory anything any longer, so you could probably buy elephant friendly imitation ivory jewelry or anything with an elephant on it, pictures, jewelry or sculpture. Or you could just get circus or zoo tickets, or ivory colored flowers.
15. Crystal
Anything crystal, rocks, candleholders, jewelry or bowls
20. China
Anything made of china or maybe a Chinese dinner
25. Silver
Jewelry, Mirrors or picture frames
30. Pearl
Jewelry, Rosary, Tie tacks or cufflinks
35. Coral
Jewelry, bookends, candleholders, sculptures or bowls
40. Ruby
Jewelry, rings, bracelet, necklace, earrings, broach, tie clip, cufflinks
45. Sapphire
Jewelry, rings, bracelet, necklace, earrings, broach, tie clip, cufflinks
50. Gold
Jewelry, rings, bracelet, necklace, earrings, broach, tie clip, cufflinks, a watch, mirrors or picture frames
55. Emerald
Jewelry, rings, bracelet, necklace, earrings, broach, tie clip, cufflinks or dark green lingerie
60. Diamond
Jewelry, rings, bracelet, necklace, earrings, broach, tie clip, cufflinks, or a trip to Crater of Diamonds state park in Arkansas
75. Diamond ........ (I know again?) (You can't make this stuff up)
Heirloom quilts or framed family photos
On a 75th wedding anniversary
Greetings can be solicited from Queen Elizabeth II, the President of the United States, or, in other countries, the Prime Minister.
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Keeping your own (carry with you) ten cent crazy book is easy - Read post 1-4 to find out how
Friday, February 10, 2012
Candy Hearts (Post 241)
Well, we all love getting a box of those little hearts with the printed messages on them for Valentine's Day - and we should love them - they've been a part of Valentine's Day all of our life. Here's some Sweetheart info for your ten cent crazy book.
NECCO - the (New England Confectionery Company) located in the Boston area, have been making - Sweethearts Conversation Hearts for more then 100 years.They are the oldest "continuously operating" candy company in the United States.
They make nearly 8 billion Sweethearts per year - about 100,000 pounds of hearts per day - and sell out in just six weeks time.
In 2010 they abandoned the classic pastel color formula and began making softer hearts with vivid colors and new flavors.
In the 1990's the company began to update some of the heart messages for young Americans and began to retire other outdated messages.
New sayings include:
"Tweet Me"
"Text Me"
"Soul Mate"
"Love Bug"
"Me + You"
Some Traditional Expressions include:
"Puppy Love"
"Sweet Love"
"Sweet Pea"
"Love Me"
You may have received:
"Be Mine"
"Kiss Me"
"Call Me"
"Miss You"
"Email Me"
"Fax Me"
Whatever heart message you receive - Sweetheart Conversation Hearts are the most widely recognized Valentine candy. So, buy some, give some, and pick out one for that special someone.
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NECCO - the (New England Confectionery Company) located in the Boston area, have been making - Sweethearts Conversation Hearts for more then 100 years.They are the oldest "continuously operating" candy company in the United States.
They make nearly 8 billion Sweethearts per year - about 100,000 pounds of hearts per day - and sell out in just six weeks time.
In 2010 they abandoned the classic pastel color formula and began making softer hearts with vivid colors and new flavors.
In the 1990's the company began to update some of the heart messages for young Americans and began to retire other outdated messages.
New sayings include:
"Tweet Me"
"Text Me"
"Soul Mate"
"Love Bug"
"Me + You"
Some Traditional Expressions include:
"Puppy Love"
"Sweet Love"
"Sweet Pea"
"Love Me"
You may have received:
"Be Mine"
"Kiss Me"
"Call Me"
"Miss You"
"Email Me"
"Fax Me"
Whatever heart message you receive - Sweetheart Conversation Hearts are the most widely recognized Valentine candy. So, buy some, give some, and pick out one for that special someone.
Follow me for more crazy book ideas
Keeping your own (carry with you) ten cent crazy book is easy - Read post 1-4 to find out how
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