Archive for March, 2009

• Does Twitter need a curator? – http://bit.ly/JPIjy #
• Great read … Understanding the Psychology of Twitter – http://bit.ly/jMAgb #
• RT @jiedash: Developing Your Personal Brand: Why You Need More Than A Resume – http://tinyurl.com/cubohg #
• RT @ScotMcKay: This is pretty useful. Twitoria lets you sort through inactive Tweeters you are following: http://is.gd/puv2 #
• @Eurquin Howdy, how is it going? in reply to Eurquin #
• @scott_nicholson help, take a look @ your top Twitter friends – http://bit.ly/ICzlm – I’m doing a write up & need feedback on accuracy thnx in reply to scott_nicholson #
• @tacanderson – this is a crazy – check out your top Twitter friends – let me know if this is accurate, I’m doing a write up, & need feedback #
• Need help with article, take a look at this – http://bit.ly/YJy1Q – then DM me with how accurate it is, mine was WAY off, U get credit/help #
• @masscontrolkern too bad you didn’t get a video of the VW bus valet, that would have been a hoot to watch. in reply to masscontrolkern #
• @blueplanetphoto See if this will work for you – http://bit.ly/XhqF – you can sect which Twitter posts go to your FB page in reply to blueplanetphoto #
• RT @Schlanghole: Update Facebook & Twitter at same time, but more selective, this app may be a better solution http://is.gd/lV46 – SWEEEEET! #
• RT @GeorgeSeybold: I would like to make a new country and name it “Other” .. it seems like I get a lot of traffic from there already – LOL! #
• @CraigMJamieson can’t send U DM until you follow me … rough draft of your background – http://twitter.com/etweeple – Still needs work #
• @JenHarris09 Yes I’d be happy to create a background for @idahoCaddis, still in process with @craigmjamieson ’s background btwn kid patrol in reply to JenHarris09 #
• @repressd This may be late, but the Boise # for CableOne – 375-8288 how sad is that, used to work for them and still remember the # in reply to repressd #
• Just learned about http://Yudu.com frm @bcritchfield- if U want a unique way of creating media U can sell check them out. #
• ROFLMAO at my wife @SprockGirl – she’s had her 5th 16oz beer, watching a scary movie, while I try and write an article for eTweeple.com #
• Some great Tweeps at Social Networking 201 – follow @DestinyBaxter brand new to Twitter #
• http://twitpic.com/2foqz – Google says this is where the WaterCooler is located, is this an old PIC ??? #
• RT @jasonmitchener: Until http://twibes.com comes up with a better interface, I’m not going through 140 pgs of followers to pick 10 – BRAVO #
• @joshuamcclure Thanks for the follow Joshua, interesting background too, I like the tag style list of obsessions in reply to joshuamcclure #
• @scott_nicholson How’s the parking at the WaterCooler, trying to decide if I should walk or drive in reply to scott_nicholson #
• @MediaWorksGroup Saying hi to followers sends a nice touch, but can be tough when you start to get tons of new followers. in reply to MediaWorksGroup #
• Just read a great article on understanding how marketers are using social media – http://bit.ly/dl9Fo #
• RT @FirstClassRide: Just created an awesome presentation through IWorks 09. Keynotes. – LOVE LOVE LOVE Keynote #
• Another great article about using Twitter right, it’s an old article but still very relevant – http://bit.ly/EFPZO #
• @scott_nicholson I was thinking the same thing, since it’s still new, I thought it’s a good chance to be high on a top 10 list 4 a while in reply to scott_nicholson #
• Just added myself to the http://wefollow.com twitter directory under: #Blogger #Entrepreneur #Boise #
• @Urban_Lindsay Do the iTunes duplicates have different add dates? If you need me to I can call you and walk you through the fix? in reply to Urban_Lindsay #
• @KTVB An FYI, the tweep behind @nascar is Steve Poland former writer for TechCrunch and not anyone from NASCAR – congrats to Brian Scott tho in reply to KTVB #
• @Urban_Nick Noooooo, not a meltdown, what Mac ailments are you suffering from? in reply to Urban_Nick #
• @Idaho_Airships Nope .. no SEM here, just a bunch of electrical panels and huge water supply tanks. in reply to Idaho_Airships #
• @lilivonshtupp Even us die-hard Mac users have needed something Windows based, running Windows on a Mac is cooler anyway #myfirstmac in reply to lilivonshtupp #
• Top 10 Time Lapse Videos of Nature at Work – http://bit.ly/tPd8m #
• Ditch Google For a Day – 10 alternate search engines – http://bit.ly/15xuX9 – they forgot http://searchme.com #
• Happy belated birthday Twitter: http://is.gd/olkO (via @twitturly) #
• For those w/difficulty understanding ‘WHY’ Twitter – Great article on why your ‘BRAND’ should be on Twitter – http://bit.ly/Yoavn #

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• @lilivonshtupp from @errorik In case you’re not sure what the dashboard is, hit F12 , you’ll see it, very handy dashboard is #myfirstmac #
• @tobinrogers @lilivonshtupp Thanks for that, and I just found it is the ‘fn’ key lower left corner … whooo hoooo #myfirstmac #
• @lilivonshtupp Good to hear always willing to help new Mac converts #myfirstmac in reply to lilivonshtupp #
• @Urban_Lindsay & @Urban_Nick thanks for a great party … You guys ROCK !!!! in reply to Urban_Lindsay #
• @lilivonshtupp I think there’s an app that can re-structure your keys to mimic Windows, I’ll have to do some research to find it #myfirstmac in reply to lilivonshtupp #
• @lilivonshtupp and your Macbook Pro doesn’t have an actual delete key, you will have to use arrow to jump ahead & use backspace #myfirstmac in reply to lilivonshtupp #
• @lilivonshtupp #myfirstmac Copy text with the apple key (next to space bar) +C the apple key is used instead of ctrl in reply to lilivonshtupp #
• Twitter Time Machine is available. Presented at #IgniteBoise by @brandmilitia (Justin Foster) & @JohnHardesty – http://bit.ly/vzPE6 #
• #IgniteBoise #ib1 Posted a list of the presenters, plz help me fill in the gaps by leaving comments & your Twitter ID http://bit.ly/jSfq3 #
• RT @Urban_Lindsay: Don’t forget The Urban Agent Team Brokerage/Website Launch party tonight: http://bit.ly/2uDSWB Please Retweet! #
• RT @tweetmeme eTweeple.com » Blog Archive » #IgniteBoise Was a Smashing Success – Ignite Boise #ib1 http://bit.ly/DouBK #
• @tacanderson Hey Tac, very inspiring preso tonight, do you mind if I use your marquee pic of the Egyptian in a blog post, I forgot to snap 1 in reply to tacanderson #
• RT @slfisher: My take on #igniteboise. http://tinyurl.com/dboorn – Great article, can’t wait for IB2 #
• @KTVB did we miss the segment of the news regarding #igniteboise … caught the news a little late in reply to KTVB #
• Had a great time at #IgniteBoise especially @TacAnderson, I just had a door closed today, and now I see the one that has opened. THANK YOU! #
• #igniteboise #ib1 It’s been easy to miss the names of the presenters, future spkrs place your name on each slide they go so fast #
• #igniteboise #ib1 Stop Talking When They’re Not Looking …. James Hayworth #
• #igniteboise #ib1 Mike Shipman’s presentation reminds me of Robin Williams in The Final Cut … creating remories #
• #igniteboise #ib1 video is being shot in HD … plans to get that up soon for those who couldn’t attend #
• #igniteboise #ib1 I need a new camera .. mine can’t capture the screens arrrrrrrrgggg #
• #igniteboise #ib1 email users that think BCC is only for the British … classic #
• #igniteboise #ib1 Erik Goodlad is next … web developer … #
• #IgniteBoise … each slide only lasts 15 seconds … what a way to keep it on track … lol #
• @brandmilitia #igniteboise Where you at ??? will look for ya and say hi before the night is out … upper level, MacBook Pro in reply to brandmilitia #
• igniteboise … first up is Wyat Werner (spelling? sorry) #
• #IgniteBoise is filling up fast … #
• @EHSchierman funny I’m in the balcony too, front row, right on MacBook in reply to EHSchierman #
• To my fellow Boise tweeps, I’l be tweeting from Ignite Boise for as long as my battery will hold out … Stop by the upper right and say hi #
• @SprockGirl Tweeting to you from Ignite Boise, I have WiFi access … whoo hooo! … check your gmail in reply to SprockGirl #
• Looking forward to http://igniteboise.eventbrite.com tonight, hope to see some of you there #
• RT @tweetmeme eTweeple.com » Blog Archive » Tweep Of The Day – @jenstar http://bit.ly/NicNV #
• @Idaho_Airships Sweeeeeet! Keep me updated ! in reply to Idaho_Airships #
• @Idaho_Airships That is such an amazing shot! Let me know the next time you’re above us, I’ll jump out and wave in reply to Idaho_Airships #
• @michellegalvin YW! and thank you for the ReTweet. in reply to michellegalvin #
• When in doubt w/ Twitter glitches, check out their status page – http://status.twitter.com – explains why the backgrounds are having issues #
• My newest favorite Twitter related site – http://retweetist.com #
• RT @Boise_Tweetup: Everyone welcome @jennthompson to Boise from Ventura, CA! … Congrats on the move! I transplanted in ‘97, LOVE it here #
• Anyone else having trouble uploading custom backgrounds? Just tested an account with a background already in use and it didn’t work. #
• http://twitpic.com/26c7s – This is a custom Twitter background created for @brewtopian by eTweeple.com #
• @garyvee Know anyone who needs a free Twitter background? High quality, custom made – http://eTweeple.com in reply to garyvee #
• Anyone know how Twitter sorts the ‘following’ avatars displayed on your profile page? #
• Great tips – Finding the right “Brand Voice” on Twitter – http://bit.ly/16Il4m #
• Researching for an article and came across – http://twit.pix.ly/ – highly addictive and a huge time suck, you’ve been warned #
• Viewing http://twit.pix.ly #
• RT @tweetmeme How to Find Twitter Twits to Retweet Your Tweet! http://bit.ly/JcxTS #
• @nique22 Reminds me of why I left Portland 12 years ago why can’t it be like this on the weekdays, stop messin with my weekends lol in reply to nique22 #
• http://twitpic.com/24zhr – Wouldn’t you know it … typo on misspelled !!!!!! #
• http://twitpic.com/24zhr – Rats … I miss-spelled Bogus Basin, and there’s no edit feature, uggggg! #
• http://twitpic.com/24zhr – Enjoy a pic of the Boise Foothills and Bogas Basin taken a few days ago. This is our view from the Idanha #
• @timothyodell LOL … I couldn’t eat both burgers, and the chicken fried steak pic has been our newest fav meal, inexpensive and TASTY! in reply to timothyodell #
• @timothyodell Nice! We’ve been using olive oil with sea salt and pepper, 15 min in the oven, but I love the idea of using the GFG, yummmm in reply to timothyodell #
• http://twitpic.com/24yca – @timothyodell mentioned asparagus on the GFG, we’ve been roasting them in the oven (15 min) but will have to … #
• @timothyodell I’ll have to try that out, in fact Winco has asparagus for $1.98/lb, just picked some up today. Watch for the next pic in reply to timothyodell #
• http://twitpic.com/24xxn – Just made the best burgers EVER! with my George Foreman Grill, no need to go to Carls JR now. Beer was a bonus! #
• @renu4u You’re officially part of eTweeple – http://bit.ly/2mjlHF – leave us a comment explaining the increase in followers in reply to renu4u #
• @renu4u Bio? keep it simple, share your interests, or ask a friend what they would write about you in a one line bio in reply to renu4u #
• @renu4u You should fill in your profile info with your website, it was tough finding your biz, I guess I could have asked in reply to renu4u #
• @renu4u I noticed that … I was making a mention of your followers in my post, went to check and saw you had jumped, congrats! in reply to renu4u #
• @renu4u too funny, I’m working on it right now, will send you a link when it’s done in reply to renu4u #
• @renu4u LOL … we’re still working on the glossary of terminologies – do you mind if I mention your biz http://renumedispa.com ? in reply to renu4u #

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I recently launched a new website aimed at the Twitter crowd. Ever since I closed down TPRweb I have been trying to find something that interests me, something that can keep me writing and engaged online.

I still had a desire to make something of the knowledge I have with eBay which is why I decided to launch MyAuctionLife.com. As much as I tried to get excited about the site, it was easy to put it off, much like I did with TPRweb in the last months of it’s life.

After noticing how much I was getting involved with Twitter, and how main stream it has become, I decided to see if there was something I could contribute to the Twittersphere.

That’s when the thought of a site geared towards the people who use Twitter, not just a tips site (as if we need another) but rather a site that showcases Twitter users. Thus the site http://eTweeple.com was created.

In celebration of the eTweeple launch, I have decided to create professional Twitter backgrounds free of charge in exchange for people helping me spread the word about eTweeple. I’m not talking about some easy templated background you see offered for free all over the net, I’m talking about professional grade one of a kind backgrounds. You can see examples of the ones I have created so far at eTweeple.

If you know of any Twitter users that the world should know about, leave a comment on any post at eTweeple and we’ll take a look.

See you at eTweeple … Scott

• @renu4u YW – Do you mind if I profie you for my new website? – http://eTweeple.com – Your tweets are great and you’re doing Twitter right in reply to renu4u #
• @renu4u If I had to pick, I would say I’m a messenger, none of the others fit – RT @renu4u Twitter personality http://tinyurl.com/avrf7o in reply to renu4u #
• @RobertNelsoninc House is full of all 9 kids at the moment … I might have to claim a street corner come monday in reply to RobertNelsoninc #
• @ joebuddejr – hey Joe, you were picked for the first “Tweep Of The Day” post at http://eTweeple.com – let me know what you think #
• @eTweeple I just #TweepleSmacked @SprockGirl – http://etweeple.com/tweeple-smack #
• I’m looking for a few Tweeple who want to be the first twitter users profiled over at – http://www.eTweeple.com – could go viral #
• @SprockGirl check out Tweeple Smack from @eTweeple – http://etweeple.com/tweeple-smack – You’ve just been #TweepleSmacked in reply to SprockGirl #
• Choose a twitter plugin for wordpress http://tinyurl.com/dj3xhu from: @justinparks #
• @ambermacarthur liuvit 2 – Safari 4 locks up every time I use Wordpress to add a link in my blog plus I can’t get multi-touch to work right in reply to ambermacarthur #
• @Idaho_Airships Good thing I didn’t have soda in my mouth – it would have shot through my nose and onto my MacBook Pro in reply to Idaho_Airships #
• @natlitter Send me the pic you want for Twitter and I will reduce it for you. Send me a direct message after you follow me, I’ll DM my email in reply to natlitter #
• Does anyone know how YouTube determines what frame to dsiplay your video’s on? They’re not always the most flattering choice. #
• How to be a youtube star! – http://bit.ly/p8w1r #
• @halushki Did you play with the controls? If you grab the spider legs you can pull it around, space bar puts bugs on the screen? in reply to halushki #
• Totally CREEPY! not for the faint at heart, best use of flash in a long time – http://bit.ly/4bYNb #
• Very Interesting … A Decade Of Web Design In Pictures – http://bit.ly/PnaZG #
• @johnreese You have something there John … I manage a 6 story building with nothing on the rooftop but pigeons … hmmmmmm? in reply to johnreese #
• RT @greggrunberg: If u know anyone w/store, restaurant, etc. http://getyowza.com I’ll be pimping the first hundred retailers who sign up. #
• If you’re new to Twitter – this is a must read, will help you do Twitter right – http://bit.ly/oSY8u #
• @ScottAllen: I was checking @MrTweet. noticed you’re following me, Thank you, looking forward to your tweets #
• @rizencreative oooohhh … I forgot, I have some in the freezer … thanks for the reminder in reply to rizencreative #
• @rizencreative Heck YA! .. my fav is Phish Food, used to be Karmal Sutra .. and we have a Ben & Jerry’s openning up right across the street in reply to rizencreative #
• @mariaandros *Jealous* You got to see BlueMan Group??? I missed them when they were here in Boise. in reply to mariaandros #
• RT @garymccaffrey has a crazy idea. 19,530 new twitter followers in 30 days? Check it out http://tweetergetter.com/ScottProck #
• RT @SprockGirl: I saw this on http://PopJam.com Pretty cool. What does one TRILLION dollars look like? http://bit.ly/cxVls #
• @RobertNelsoninc ok … I didn’t leave any information, just that I was calling to chat. in reply to RobertNelsoninc #
• RT @joelcomm: The word of the day is “poobah” – http://twitpwr.com/wotd – #wotd #
• The Tweet to Beat – Paying $3 per Twitter follower: http://bit.ly/tweet-to-beat #
• @RobertNelsoninc possibly 2, left many voice mails, and have to make some follow ups. This stuff ROCKS !!!! in reply to RobertNelsoninc #
• I’m attending Ignite Boise – http://tinyurl.com/8r8dd3 – thanks @jessflynn for the heads up on free tickets #

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Here’s another quick video for you … I talk about a suggestion made by John Reese and show you the Boise skyline from the top of the Idanha.

Enjoy … Scott

So the big buzz word online right now is “Attraction Marketing” where you attract people to you instead of chasing after them. I have to say I like the concept a lot better. This is just a quick little video to introduce myself and to see how this whole attraction thing works.

Enjoy … Scott

There’s an experiment I just launched, and I’m really hoping it won’t come back to bite me!

I’m all about growing my Twitter numbers naturally, but I have to be honest, I HATE the 2000 limit on who I can follow until my followers reach 2000. Don’t get me wrong, I completely understand why Twitter placed the limitation. The bad people ruined it for the good, too many people were gaming the system to gain a huge number of followers and then they would unfollow.

If anyone reads my Twitter posts they will see that I’m not the type to post spam, I don’t even talk about my businesses on Twitter. I’m of the opinion if people want to know more about me or what I’m all about they will visit my blog.

So why is it that I want to get past the 2000 followers mark? It’s very simple … I want the freedom to follow anyone that I want without worrying about hitting Twitters limit. You see … currently I have to think and chose those I follow carefully so I don’t hit that 2000 mark. I had it happen a couple of times before I realized there was a limit. On several occasions I wasn’t able to follow key people with similar interests as I.

So naturally when I saw a post that claimed to be able to add more than 19,000 followers to my Twitter account I was curious. After looking things over, I decided to give it a shot.

If you’re curious like I was take a look at TweeterGetter.com and I will post my results in the comments each day to let you know if my followers have increased or not. Sound fair?

Enjoy … Scott

• I ? TwitterKeys ? http://twitterkeys.com/ ? … Too bad it doesn’t work in TweetDeck #
• Tweetdeck API calls are depleeting at a record rate with #startagain … gota LOVE great conversations #
• #startagain Stoped worrying about people not following me back. I followed them for a reason, but “not” to get them to follow me. #
• #startagain … need to check my RT’s to make sure they were set up right before hitting the send button #
• RT @shellykramer: @unmarketing I would read all bios of followers and try to get to know them-following is smthg to be respected #startagain #
• @tkpleslie has a great example of Twitter avatar that’s not pixelated in Tweetdeck, great job on the pic #startagain in reply to tkpleslie #
• @unmarketing #startagain Twitter avatars … I still need to update mine, it could use better quality. I noticed when I saw better pics #
• RT @unmarketing: #startagain I would of not cared when someone unfollowed me. … I second that, I no longer watch my unfollows #
• #startagain something that is still overlooked .. Twitter avatars, higher quality pics look better in Tweetdeck too many still pixelated bad #
• @mvavrinak #startagain Once I realized the mistake I couldn’t follow ppl I “really” wanted to follow, growing naturally I get less unfollow in reply to mvavrinak #
• Also I would have started with screen name I have now, my 1st account was when Twitter was just a week old, but my name didn’t reflect me #
• I would have let my followers grow naturally instead of following 2000 people first, I have since corrected that #startagain #
• RT @unmarketing: If u could go back to when u started using twitter, what would u do different? (pls use #startagain) RT pls #
• Oooh Ooooh … we have a Ben & Jerry’s ice cream shop moving in right across the street … what’s your fav flavor? Mine’s Phish Food #
• Are there any good store bought wines at Winco? #
• @mommy_wins Too funny, I can relate … our 2yr old will dive under the toddler table when he sees one of us coming with a new diaper in reply to mommy_wins #
• @JenniRyan Ouch! … Funny thing, after I told him “don’t touch” he poked the computer as to say touch touch touch, I’m touching the puter in reply to JenniRyan #
• @kid_disco You’re not in kansas anymore … LOL … More like a Twitter twilight zone huh? in reply to kid_disco #
• @SprockGirl: Congrats Babe! your DBI is 2.21 You ROCK! http://tweetsum.com #DBI #
• Definition of anxious … my 2yr old between me and my MacBook Pro with sticky apple fingers … Don’t TOUCH the computer! #
• Why is it bread never survives the trip home? Anyone up for inventing a way to restore squished bread? #
• @CrissyW a great place to learn how to use Twitter the right way – http://tinyurl.com/cekzx2 #
• @chrismessina First glance at your avatar I thought you were Chuck Norris – is that good or bad? in reply to chrismessina #
• @ChrisSpagnuolo Portland ‘IS’ an unhappy place, always rainy, dark and gloomy, but it’s beautiful when the sun shines. I escaped in ‘97 in reply to ChrisSpagnuolo #
• RT @joestump: Check out twimailer at http://twimailer.com for MUCH nicer follower emails. Fantastic product! (via @julek). – COOLEST APP! #
• RT @CleverClogs: There will be a web-only version of @PowerTwitter – no installation of add-ons: http://sn.im/powertwitter_webonly_coming #
• Great place to find local tweeps in your own city, you may be shocked how many locals are on twitter – http://chirpcity.com/ #
• @chirpcity Test the placement of the button, many people may not see it at the bottom of the pages, just a suggestion in reply to chirpcity #
• Must see video if you’re new to Twitter http://bit.ly/3pgd3 from @Ann_Sieg & @MikeKlingler #
• Tweet-a-Watt – a modified kilowatt usage meter that tweets your kilowatt usage – BRILLIANT! – http://bit.ly/19QdDP #
• Any fellow mac users using Blogo? http://www.drinkbrainjuice.com/blogo … What do you think of it? #
• Whoo Hoo, I’m liking Twitter.Grader.com better higher scores are better there lol #
• @ScottProck got a grade of 98.9/100 on @grader. Check it out: http://twitter.grader.com/ScottProck #
• Getting ready to watch NASCAR – wishing I could be at Las Vegas watching it live. Go Tony! #
• Not liking my score at TweetSum and I hope I haven’t been one of those annoying Twitter users as my score would suggest #
• @barbieprincess looks like I was mistaken according to the TweetSum FAQ http://tweetsum.com/faq the higher number is not good #
• @barbieprincess regarding #DBI … I believe it’s supposed to be higher, at least that is the way they are sorted at Tweetsum in reply to barbieprincess #
• My DBI is 93.60 Find yours and manage your followers at http://tweetsum.com #DBI #

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I found this little distraction extremely funny, so I thought I would share it with you.

“What is your name?”…

When you find you’re having a stressful day or week, perhaps some silliness can break up the day, here’s a little dose:

Here’s an excerpt from a children’s book titled, “Captain Underpants and the Perilous Plot of Professor Poopypants” by Dave Pilkey.

In the book there’s an evil professor who forces everyone to assume a new name.

Following the instructions below you can now find your new name.

Use the third letter of your first name to determine your new first name:

a = poopsie
b = lumpy
c = buttercup
d = gidget
e = crusty
f = greasy
g = fluffy
h = cheeseball
i = chim-chim
j = stinky
k = flunky
l = boobie
m = zippy
n = pinky
o = goober
p = doofus
q = slimy
r = loopy
s = snotty
t = tulefel
u = dorkey
v = squeezit
w = oprah
x = skipper
y = dinky
z = zsa-zsa

Use the second letter of your last name to determine the first half of your new last name:

a = apple
b = toilet
c = giggle
d = burger
e = girdle
f = barf
g = lizard
h = waffle
i = cootie
j = monkey
k = potty
l = liver
m = banana
n = rhino
o = bubble
p = hamster
q = toad
r = gizzard
s = pizza
t = gerbil
u = chicken
v = pickle
w = chuckle
x = tofu
y = gorilla
z = stinker

Use the fourth letter of your last name to determine the second half of your new last name:

a = head
b = mouth
c = face
d = nose
e = tush
f = breath
g = pants
h = shorts
i = lips
j = honker
k = butt
l = brain
m = tushie
n = chunks
o = hiney
p = biscuits
q = toes
r = buns
s = fanny
t = sniffer
u = sprinkles
v = kisser
w = squirt
x = humperdinck
y = brains
z = juice

As an example, President Barack Obama’s new name is Loopy Toilettushy.

Please respond in the comments with your new name, and remember that children laugh on average 146 times a day, adults laugh on average 4 times a day.

Put more laughter in your life!!

Enjoy … Scott

I have to say this was one of the best meals my wife and I cooked up EVER!!!!

As a kid, I can remember anytime my parents took us out to a restaurant I would order chicken fried steak. It’s been one of my favorites ever since.

Several month ago, I wanted to try to make chicken fried steak. As I do any time I want to make the perfect “enter food item” I looked to the web in search of the best recipe.

I settled on a combination of a couple of recipes based on the ingredients I had on hand, and my first attempt was amazing.

The breaded mixture had saltine crackers in it, something that hadn’t been a part of the steaks I had eaten in my youth, but it sounded like a good mix.

Each time I made this favorite meal I got better, except for the time when I wanted to cook for my Mother-In-Law. Let’s just say I wish I had a do over button that night. Despite practically burning the steak, and ruining the gravy, my wife helped me salvage what we could and the dinner wasn’t a total loss.

Tonight was the redemption I wish I could have displayed for my Mother-In-Law. My wife and I teamed up to make sure the dinner went smooth. Not only did it turn out smooth, but we got it done in record time. We make a great team!!!

The best addition to the recipe was the baked asparagus. A recipe my wife found on PioneerWoman.com which has resulted in our decision to NEVER eat asparagus from a can again.

So … enjoy the pics of our ultimate dinner treat.

Enjoy … Scott