I have a ‘nest’ in my house where I read, write, knit and watch TV. When I read or hear something funny or noteworthy, I jot it down in a small notebook — for use later.
Just this week, I read on Yahoo News: “Jennifer Aniston speaks candidly about pressures to marry and have babies on the Today Show.”
Well, I should think Jen would be reluctant to marry on the Today Show, never mind having a baby!
I know what the writer meant. But that’s not what was said.
People often make humorous malapropisms out of old familiar sayings (thus providing me with fodder for posts like this).
“That scared me out of my living daylights.”
“If I knew now what I knew then.”
“I’d stay away from that with a 10-foot pole.”
And of course, Casey Stengel gave us many good lines/laughs. “They tell me it can’t be done but sometimes it doesn’t always work.”
When I pointed out a movie goof to my #2 son, Phillip, he said, “Now you’re pulling hairs.” (Perhaps he meant splitting?)
Okay, that’s it for now. As Jane Lynch says at the end of Hollywood Game Night:
“If you had half as much fun as I did, then I had twice as much fun as you.”
P.S. New look on the blog today. Thanks to my editor, blog host, #1 son, Steve May. AldersonPress.com
Looks Great, Dot!
Surprised the heck outta me when I first saw your new “do.” [check plus plus]
Cute post! And love your new look.
Your son did great with your new blog look! BTW, I like his name, Steve. ‘Cause I’ve got a son Steve, too. 🙂 I liked finding out you have a “nest.” Fun to read your words posted here today. Enjoyed seeing you at WCCW.