Seven For ‘07: Comments « A Chicken In Every Granny Cart

Seven For ‘07: Comments

December 30, 2007 at 9:00 pm · Filed under cooking, food, living, reading ·Tagged Brooklyn, comments, food, New York, random

I hope everyone had a nice break, whether it included a visit from that jolly old elf or not.

Apparently I’m terrible at this whole “Best Of” thing. I had seven lists planned, but this second one took so long to gather up that my “best of seven” might just be a “best of two.” But, there’s good reason for this, and yes, it’s you guys.

You all seem to think my writing is oftentimes clever, and sometimes downright funny. I appreciate that. But what I find even more wonderful is your reactions to the words I manage to string together early in the morning. You guys make me laugh. That’s the real reason I keep picking away at this keyboard.

And so, as we stare into the unknown void of the next twelve months we’ll soon know as the year 2008, I’d like to take a moment to look back at the comments I’ve known and loved, the comments that have made coffee shoot out of my nose, the words that have warmed my heart.

And so, without further ado, let’s get on to the good stuff!

Shooting rice out of your nose is not fun!!

Ulterior Epicure

I! I impulse-buy ham hocks. Clearly we’re twin souls. I mean , really, who on EARTH buys ham hocks on impulse?

lobstersquad

Just quietly I was a bit concerned regarding the sparrow being eaten!

Tim

To me, parsley is the flavor of blue. This only works because my first conscious taste of a substantial amount of fresh cilantro made me think simply, “green.” So by default, parsley = blue.

Little Bouffe

Okay, so I’m thinking a home rendition of the pickle juice martini is a great idea, especially if you use some of the juice from that there pinkified cauliflower. It would look like a cosmo, but it would so not be a cosmo. Psych.

Mary

Oh no. Life is too short. I substitute canned baby lima beans. If I am going to foodie hell for that, then so be it.

Luisa

Also, I think I’ve had your R guy in the morning (wow, that didn’t sound quite right…) once. I was in a hurry, and natch we were c-r-a-w-l-i-n-g from Brooklyn through lower Manhattan. He announces the uncoming City Hall stop, forgets (or “forgets” - not sure) to shut off his PA system, belches horribly, then, in disgust AT HIS OWN BELCH, says, “Ah, GAAD!”.

Amanda

I’m dying to give Ms. X49 a kiss on her fuzzy little forehead, between her floppy ears.

Tiny Banquet Committee

I’m such a huge dork for the fennel…

Jenblossom

Cajeta is another way that goats far surpass cows.

Susan in Italy

I love this! And I’m with Luisa, but I’m actually banging my fork and knife rudely on the table, “Me want sausages!”

Deb

The Rockies may be bigger, but the Adirondacks are prettier, greener, and have that great piney-woods smell. Plus I think they have fewer strip malls.

Julie

My word in high school was “actually”–Aaaaactually, that’s an interesting point…” “Aaaactually, I, too, enjoyed the film.” “Sara, I’m aaaaactually planning to do the same…” Man, I was annoying.

Erin

Should I have written that Grgich is GrGOOD? That would have been funnier.

Christina

If you’re worried about a fishy smell, you could always bake a cake for dessert.

Lisa (Homesick Texan)

I have a permanently stained, striking (and attractive), shocking violet wooden spoon too!!

Kevin

The mint has a spirit that will not die. Do you know how hard it is to kill mint?

Mary

I always keep my mouth shut when my hubby offers to cook. Now, if only he were a soup master…

Lydia

I only learned yesterday that a Granny Cart is a real thing. I sincerly thought you had come up with the funniest, most random blog name ever…and yet, it actually makes sense!

Rachel

You can actually re-cork wine? Whodda thunk?

S’kat

Hey, where’s the picture of the chicken foot sticking up out of the stock pot?

Julie

I get a surprising number of people looking for “nude woody allen pics.”

Liz

Good luck with your plan, Ann.
I’m a big fan
You have elan
And you can make flan

Anne

So, here I am, Sunday night, half-heartedly writing a paper on Samuel Pepys and I got an email, letting me know I had a pingback on one of my posts. I read as far as the URL and I actually squealed with glee.

Kristen

Now I am thinking of your blog as “Tales of the Beet Queen.” :-)

Ann

It looks absolutely like some alien spawn, biding its time in the fridge, waiting for the right moment to take over the household.

TerryB

So, thank you one and all for a great 2007. I hope that this second to last year of “The Noughties” will be full of happiness, health and hilarity for you and yours.

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Julie said,

December 30, 2007 @ 10:40 pm

Great idea for a post. I had some good chuckles over those.

Hope your holiday was merry and bright and best wishes for 2008. I’m looking forward to reading lots more of your posts in the coming year.
Lydia said,

December 31, 2007 @ 8:32 am

Wonderful post! I’m looking forward to another year of seeing New York through your eyes, and laughing along with you over coffee in the morning. Happy New Year!
Jennifer Hess said,

December 31, 2007 @ 11:10 am

Ha ha ha! This is great!

Best wishes for a wonderful New Year!
Homesick Texan said,

December 31, 2007 @ 1:25 pm

Thank you, my friend, for the laughs! And hopefully we can all get together soon, now that the holiday party season is drawing to a close. Happy Happy New Year!
Ann said,

December 31, 2007 @ 1:33 pm

YAY! You’re baaaaaack! Happy New Year!

And I know what you mean about lists. I just spent THREE hours compiling 50 things I’ve learned in 50 years. Let me tell you it was not easy. Apparently I do not know as much as I thought I did.
Clumsy said,

January 1, 2008 @ 5:31 pm

Haha, great post! Gave me a nice laugh to help nurse my New Year’s Eve hangover—Thanks!
Mary said,

January 1, 2008 @ 6:09 pm

“If you’re worried about a fishy smell you can always make a cake for dessert.”

I love it! See, that’s the kind of quote I’d like to have on my epitath.
wildschwein said,

January 2, 2008 @ 7:32 am

~*~* Happy New Year from the crazily food-obsessed penguins at Space Wildschwein!!!! We love your blog and look forward to reading about new adventures over the coming year. Best wishes for 2008! *~*~
ann said,

January 2, 2008 @ 8:07 am

Julie — Good! I was hoping everyone would take it in the spirit it was given :-) I hope you have a great 2008 too!

Lydia — Thanks, that’s as much encouragement as I need! Happy New Year!

Jennifer — Back at you! I hope it’s wonderful, happy and healthy!

Lisa(ht) — That’s such a good idea! What a great way to start off the new year :-)

Ann — Eep! I don’t think I could do that! I’ve forgotten so much!

Clumsy — I will always do everything I can to ease the pain of hangovers. It’s my mission in life ;-)

Mary — That Lisa, she’s a smart lady!

Wildschwein — Happy New Year down under! I can’t wait to see what crazy things you guys think up to cook in the new year!
mary said,

January 2, 2008 @ 9:10 am

Happy New Year! Thanks for all of the fun and inspiration this year.
Christina said,

January 2, 2008 @ 5:25 pm

Happy New Year back at you! Reading this list made me participate in a little coffee-nose-spurting myself.
Terry B said,

January 2, 2008 @ 5:32 pm

Ann—Happy new year to you! I am so looking forward to more great stories, great pictures, great food from you. And I’m not just saying that because I made the list.
ann said,

January 3, 2008 @ 8:53 am

mary — I’d say that’s a circular compliment! Happy New Year to you too.

Christina — Oooh! Glad to share the fun! Happy New Year to you guys, too.

Terry — Thanks! I knew flatter would get me everywhere ;-)
kickpleat said,

January 3, 2008 @ 2:33 pm

haha, love your post! happy new years to you!
Erin said,

January 3, 2008 @ 5:02 pm

Thanks! Finally on break from school–I’m devouring (harhar) all the foodblog reading (and the cooking!) I neglected throughout the semester. You will keep me busy for hours!!
Toni said,

January 4, 2008 @ 1:21 am

Thanks for a year of laughs, great photography, and yes, even some great recipes! I don’t always read all the comments, so this post is terrific! Thanks for “summing it up” for us!

I’m so looking forward to another year of reading your terrific blog, Ann!
Glenna said,

January 4, 2008 @ 9:32 am

I’m liking the idea of the pickle juice martini except I’m thinking to be truly hardcore it should be jalapeno juice…and lime vodka? I’m thinking that could work!
Mercedes said,

January 5, 2008 @ 8:14 pm

Only someone funny could inspire such hilarious comments. Happy new year!
Will B said,

January 5, 2008 @ 10:25 pm

A most happiest of new years! But what do I do with all this onion soup made with the stock left from all those standing rib roasts? Maybe there’s something to be said about that jalapeno juice and lime vodka…
ann said,

January 6, 2008 @ 11:37 am

Kickpleat — Thanks! Happy New Year to you too.

Erin — What a great way to spend your break (cooking and reading). Enjoy it!

Toni — Thanks, thats a huge compliment! I have so much to share all backed up. It seems 2008 feels the need to be just as busy as 2007 was. *sigh*

Glenna — Mmmmmmm… That sounds awesome. I’ve had spicy margaritas before and they’re delicious!

Mercedes — Awh, that’s so sweet! Thanks!

WillB — The happiest of new years to you too! You could send some onion soup to us! That’s what we’re having for dinner tonight too!
Luisa said,

January 6, 2008 @ 1:15 pm

HA! That was hysterical. Happy New Year!
annulla said,

January 7, 2008 @ 2:56 pm

Happy New Year to you. Love the horse-fitti.