08 May 2020 - Plague Journal Day 57

We all are still sheltering in place, but I'm here to keep you sane and entertained.
One could hardly ask for much more than that, now could one?

Day 57. What could that mean, other than Heinz? After all, the number 57 became so closely associated with Heinz that they used it to name a steak sauce.
It's interesting, though, that when that advertising slogan was created (57 varieties of pickles), the Heinz company already have at least 60 varieties. Apparently H.J. Heinz made up the number while riding on an elevated train, simply because he liked that number.
Regardless of its origin and accuracy (or lack thereof), I would suggest today would be a good day to enjoy something with a bit of a Heinz condiment. Perhaps some frites with some mayonnaise? some chips with some malt vinegar? I could go on for 55 more options (or so), but I don't want to waste your time.



Instead, let me point out that today is also No Socks Day. Here in Michigan, we normally would have reasonable weather for this celebration, but today is supposed to be colder than it was this past Christmas, so perhaps we should wait. Of course we realize that every day is No Socks Day in Grosse Pointe.

Keep Calm and Stay Away.
I'll be back tomorrow.

02 April 2020 - Plague Journal Day 21

We all are still sheltering in place, but I'm here to keep you sane and entertained.
One could hardly ask for much more than that, now could one?
 
Do you remember Day 19?
Really? It's only two days ago folks! (Today is Thursday. Just a public service for those of us who don't have underwear emblazoned with the day of the week ... or for those who have put on the wrong underwear.)
At any rate, on Day 19 we celebrated two special days, Crayon Day and Tater Day. The suggested family lock-down activity was making bespoke clothing for Mr. Potato Head.

That was such a success that we're proposing a similar celebration today. Well, similar in that we're combining two of today's major celebrations into one family-friendly project.

Today is National Peanut Butter and Jelly Day. (Who knew? I am not a fan, I much prefer Peanut Butter and Mayonnaise, but that's simply a matter of personal preference.)
To make things even better(?), it's also National Burrito Day!

I imagine your mind has gone straight to the place where mine has - PBJ Burritos for Dinner! (or Lunch or Supper or Brunch or Breakfast, for that matter)

We'd love to see your creations. Feel free to post them to Facebook or wherever you prefer using the hashtag #PlagueDay21. (If you made any Mr. Potato Head clothing, we'd love to see that as well, just use #PlagueDay19.)

Keep Calm and Stay Away.
I'll be back tomorrow.