The latest craze on YouTube are videos posted as parodies of specific segments of our population under the heading: ‘S**t Boys, Girls, Postmen, Dog Owners etc. Say’. So I’ve decided to do one of my family without the video. Use your imagination … (more…)
Archive for February, 2012
S**t My Family Says …
Friday, February 24th, 2012A Tribute to My Toes …
Friday, February 17th, 2012Ok fine I’ll say it. I have ugly toes. They are without beauty and rarely warrant a comment like “you have great toes.” Most often it’s “wow, you have interesting toes.” We all know what that means. However, the optimist in me admits at least they provide me with a good grip on our land.
Picture a peanut in a shell. Now picture a rare one that has been blessed with an extra nut. There you have it … my toes look like peanuts in a shell with the extra nut. We refer to them as ‘bertuzzi toes’ a genetic trait inherited from my Dad. (more…)
You can call me crazy, but don’t call me …
Friday, February 10th, 2012I have answered to a plethora of monikers extending way beyond the christened Carole or even Carole Ann, generally reserved for Aunts and Uncles. I was never in love with my name but I am pleased that it at least can be differentiated as ‘Carol with an e’.
The nicknames varied. The earliest was Michalina Mantle after the famed star of the ball diamond. The most common one was Bert, shortened from the surname and one that was pinned on almost every other relative blessed with the name. In high school Italian class I was Carabella; to my Nona, I was Cara-figlia; and to my brother I am ‘fi’. (more…)
Not Nice to Laugh … but
Friday, February 3rd, 2012Most of us know better than to laugh at others’ misfortunes. It’s not nice. As a humourist, I do my best to follow that code. I try to refrain from openly commenting about something I see involving someone less fortunate, whether related to physical ability, intelligence or appearance. Besides, I have often been on the other end so I understand the sting. (more…)
