Green Eggs and Ham...

Take note: I have changed the name of this blog.

Same author with just a more fitting blog title. :-)

Dr. Theodor Seuss Geisel (Dr. Seuss) would have celebrated his 106th birthday one week from yesterday (March 2). How do I know this? Why is this relevant?

Some of my employment duties include tending to an egg hotline. (Insert snickers here) With the doc's birthday less than a week away, I've received 4 calls today alone regarding the recipe for-you guessed it-the renowned green eggs and ham.

Caller: "How do you make green eggs and ham?"

Me: "With food coloring from a box"

Caller: "But what if I spill it on my sock?"

Me: "I would not spill it here or there, I would not color it anywhere"

Caller: "But will the green eggs make my children sick?"

Me: "Not unless you get them from a green chick"

Caller: "Will the green eggs make me fat?"

Me: "What's making you fat is that cat in your hat."

Caller: "Can you make my students green eggs and ham?"

Me: "I would not make them for a goat, I would not make them on a boat."

Me: "I would not make them at my desk because quite frankly, they're grotesque!"

You get the picture. For those of you planning to celebrate Dr. Seuss's birthday next week, here's the recipe for green eggs and ham:

Green Eggs and Ham Deluxe

Ingredients:

2-4 ounces of ham
8 eggs
2 tablespoons of milk
1/4 teaspoon of salt
1/4 teaspoon of pepper
1 tablespoon of butter or margarine

What You'll Need

knife, medium-size mixing bowl, wire whisk or eggbeater, large frying pan, spatula, serving plates

1. Cut the ham into small pieces.

2. In a medium-size mixing bowl, combine the eggs, milk, ham, salt, and pepper. Beat with a whisk until frothy.

3. Heat a tablespoon of butter or margarine in a large frying pan over medium heat until the butter begins to sizzle. Then add the egg mixture to the pan.

4. Stir the egg mixture with a spatula until the eggs are set.

5. Transfer the eggs to individual plates. Serve with toast or warm rolls.

Feeds 4 hungry green-egg lovers.

Support the Arts-Attend All-State Large Group Speech this Weekend in Ames

I recently told someone that I was headed to the Iowa High School Speech Association's All-State Large Group performances this weekend in Ames. My sister is double performing in Reader's Theater and Individual Mime--a huge accomplishment.

This person's remarks? "Sooo does everyone who participates make it to All-State?" Alluding to the fact speech and debate programs are viewed as insignificant with very few competitors. My answer: No. Much like any other competition-be it athletic or artistic-performing at the state-level is a huge honor. Annually, 40,000 students from 487 Iowa schools take part in speech extra-curriculars.

It's time art and drama programs receive the respect they deserve. Being involved in the arts stimulates creativity in problem solving, challenges perceptions, role exploration, and of course, improves communication! Those who have participated in drama activities are less likely to have difficulty speaking in public, will be more persuasive in their communications-written and oral, relate better with others, and have a more positive, confident self image.

Not to mention, speech also teaches: self control, articulation, discipline, cooperation, tolerance, and empathy.

Imagine state legislatures consisting of representatives who cannot speak, lawyers without the ability to present a convincing argument, and teachers who cannot explain a lesson concisely.

The importance of speech is abundantly clear. Iowa's speech programs provide vital life skills. Take speech away, and what you're left with is a jumble of ideas without any substance.

I encourage you all to attend a IHSSA All-State Large Group Speech performance this Saturday at the Scheman Building in Ames. You'll be impressed and proud of the students' efforts.

Check the website for performances times and see if there are performers from your high school:

www.ihssa.org

Or you can tag along with me! I'll be there from 9-12 :-)

Woman's Best Friend

Having experienced sorority/dorm life for the past four years, I've forgotten how wonderful it is to have a faithful companion by your side. There is nothing more delightful than being greeted by your dog when you walk in the door. His wagging tail says it all, "sooooo excited to see you! I thought you'd never come back!"

Dogs have a special way of understanding us two-legged hairless, talking canines. I'm amazed how they can sense human emotion and empathize with us-sometimes better than we can with each other. It doesn't take a text message or a one-on-one conversation to let them know how you feel...they just get it and respond in the best way they know how--love. It's amazing how a good dog lick or cuddle session can make all the difference in attitude.

And even when he's chewed up another sock or refuses to come inside after a pee break, it's hard not to immediately forgive that adorable face. Now if only we could train him to flush....

It's easy to love a dog because all they really need is a full bowl of kibble, someone willing to play fetch, and a good belly scratch every once in awhile. Woman's best friend-faithful fido. :-)

-Cayla

Pizza Hut = Pizza Gut

With more free time on my hands, I decided to join a local gym a few months ago and so far I really enjoy it.

Of course I try going everyday but we all know that's unlikely. I usually make it about 2-3 times a week and growing. Coming from someone who never participated in sports and visited in Lied Rec only to watch someone else play sports, it's hard to make exercise part of your routine. I commend anybody who can do that. :-)

But I have to question my gym's location--right behind a Pizza Hut. Seriously? It's hard enough to drag yourself to a gym let alone have to endure a pizza aroma while you workout. Then of course, all you can think about is pizza while you workout. Thank GOODNESS it's not a Pizza Ranch...I'd be screwed.

My favorite pizza is a toss-up (get it? :) between hawaiian and bacon cheeseburger. What's your favorite?? Please leave an appetizing comment.

Until we eat-I mean meet again,

Cayla

Life from Angie's Perspective

Angie sent this to me yesterday. Thought you'd enjoy it as much as I did!