News & Notes...

Overheard ---

'It's easier if you just lift your shirt at let them blow'...

'He came to school to poop'...

Thanksgiving Break ---

I had an enjoyable week in the Minneapolis area. Some of the highlights were 2 trips to Perkins for breakfast, a trip to Dave & Buster's and an excursion to the Mall of America. It was my second visit to the 'MOA,' it is still HUGE but not nearly as intimidating as the first time.

The most shocking thing happened at the mall. The McDonald's in the food court served Pepsi products. When I ordered a large Coke and the guy said 'Pepsi?' I was stunned. He hit me with it with such a blow that I stumbled back and tripped over a tiny Mexican baby. Have no fear an email has been sent, and it went something like this -

"Hello,

I wanted to let you know that this location is serving Pepsi products rather than Coke (I know I was shocked too).

I imagine this is against some sort of McDonald's law (a felony I hope). I wanted to bring this to your attention so the issues can be addressed as soon as possible. I look forward to enjoying delicious Coke products at this location.

Thank you for your time.

Keith"

I learned a couple of other things as well.

I learned that watching 'The Backyardigans' is not just watching, but a fully immersive experience, which includes running, jumping, singing & a 'yogurt popsicle'.

I also learned that if someone asks you to read a Dr. Seuss book aloud you are better off with 'Green Eggs & Ham' than you are with 'Fox in Socks.' 'Fox in Socks is so long and quite the tongue twister. I skipped like 10 pages when my nephew wasn't looking.

Oh yes - and stay classy Minneapolis... (adult content)

A feel good story ---

Justin Weisner, 17, has been a ball boy and water boy for Newton-Conover's football team for two seasons. He was happy with those jobs – but mostly, he wanted to play.

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