Unconventional Pets
This black and white animal makes a great pet, as long as you have their scent glands removed. They're easy to care for (and enjoy eating cat food with their oddly human-like hands) and can keep themselves entertained for hours.
What is a skunk?
When you get up from the table, Emily Post says you should leave this fabric square on your seat. But when you are done eating, you should leave it on the table, next to your plate. Not on your plate, ew . . . that's gonna stick to your food remnants and make a mess.
What is a napkin?
This spice, one of many in the "pumpkin spice" family is often grated on top of savory pasta dishes and egg nogs. This state is also one of the unofficial nicknames of Connecticut, because in the late 18th century, spice merchants brought it in from their travels.
What is Nutmeg?
For this move, face your partner, step past each other passing right shoulders and without turning around step back to back then back up passing left shoulders until you are in front of your partner again.
What is a do-si-do?
The car of the people, this brand's most iconic automobile is the Beetle (or Slugbug, if you'd rather). But they also have Jettas, Tiguans, and my favorite, the Microbus.
What is Volkswagen?
Originating from parts of Europe, Asia, and Africa, these nocturnal H-word pets have found their way into homes across the globe. They have a distinctive appearance that is characterized by sharp quills, button-like eyes, and snuffling nose, makes them stand out. Their quills are a defense mechanism, but doesn't stop them from being curious little friends.
What are hedgehogs?
In the US, if you are attending a dinner party, is it customary to pass all shared dishes in this direction, to insure that everyone gets fed without causing a nasty food traffic jam.
What is Right (or counter clockwise)
This is the most commonly used spice in the world, followed closely by pepper. I know you're thinking "It must be salt, right!, but no, technically, salt is a mineral (NaCl, as they say). But take this one, grind it up and put it on your hot dogs. Yumm!
What is mustard seed?
A pretty simple one, in this maneuver, all 8 dancers in the square hold hands and move clockwise.
What is a left circle?
Before you enter first grade, you attend this for a year, where you learn vital concepts like sharing, counting and how to take care of the class goldfish.
What is kindergarten?
This animal in the Fennec version, is the smallest of its kinds and takes on traits that both cats and dogs are known for, both independent and playful. The fennec lacks the big bushy tail of its cousins, but are more sociable and less likely to be hunted by British dudes on horses.
What is a fox?
If you are going to do this 4 letter thing, its best to be courteous and attend the event. If you are not interested in attending the event, you should actually decline rather than not doing the 4 letter thing. If you did and then can't attend, let your host know as soon as possible.
What is RSVP?
This spice, a staple in Hungarian food, is made of ground up dried bell peppers. It can be hot, smoked or sweet and a reddish orange in color.
What is paprika?
Couples in a skater's position, men on the ladies left side, and slightly behind her, take hands and walk together in a counter clockwise circle until you reach your home position. Also, if you go to the Eastern one of these in Portland, you can go for a nice stroll.
What is a promenade?
Thanks to Wayne Newton, we all know that Danke Shoen is Thank you in German. This B word is the German equivalent of "You're welcome."
These crustaceans are a low-commitment pet. They are great for living in small spaces since they make no noise, are hypoallergenic, and low-maintenance. An excellent starter pet, they are interesting to watch; moving from one shell to another. You'll need a 10 gallon tank and a bunch of moist sand to make them feel at home.
What is a hermit crab?
This no-no is a portmanteau, recently coined and mostly seen in a public transportation setting. Similar to not using a second seat on a bus for your purse, this is something men often do, taking up all the space they can.
What is Man-spreading?
Liking this spice can be genetically predetermined. If you like it, you don't have the gene that makes it taste like soap. Its also known as coriander.
What is cilantro?
Couples in a ballroom dance position, circling in a clockwise direction a full 360 degrees or until facing the line of dance. Man twirls the lady under his arm to finish the call. Also, its own kind of dance, including but not limited to the jitterbug. (and the best part of any playground . . . )
What is swing?
This Lyft alternative gets its name from the German word for above and beyond.
What is Uber?
The Skinny Pig is the hairless version of this popular elementary school classroom pet. They both have similar needs in terms of food and care, but the Skinny one needs more food to maintain body heat. Their sensitive skin is similar to human skin.
What is a guinea pig?
In modern parlance, this is a test people use to see if you are a good person (and not a sociopath . . .) If you return this item to the corral rather than leave it floating around the parking lot, you're one of the good ones.
What is a shopping cart?
Made from the crimson stigmas of a crocus flower, this is the most expensive spice in the world. Fortunately, a little goes a long way when adding this to your rice, kulfi or paella.
What is Saffron?
Everyone face their partner, and taking right hands, walk past each other, then alternate hands with the people that come to you, until you meet your partner. Stop when you come to your partner.
What is Right and left grand?
Merriam-Webster calls this Z word “the general intellectual, moral, and cultural climate of an era.” Another definition is the spirit of an era. That thing that you can't help but know about 'cuz everyone is talking about it.
What is Zeitgeist?