Name Droppin
When moistened, these American styled terra cotta figurines grow within just a couple of weeks to resemble wildly hairy animals and characters. Or, an early nickname for our recent grad.
What is CH-CH-CH-CHIA (CHIA PET)?
You may find these Massela/Tellas cousins at the head of their class or standing a head above their classmates. Either way, this is their ranking in order of HEIGHT.
This place is rich in culture, the site of the D-Day invasion during World War II, and a great destination for history buffs, beach enthusiasts, and tourists like Jai-Ma, Pierre, Susie and Xav to visit.
What is NORMANDY?
Meatball-sized Jersey Shore cast member, or a term of endearment exclaimed frequently and in public by Xavier's Rockville, Indiana-raised mother.
What is SNOOKIE?
Kings, Princes, Dukes and Earls may see themselves as the longest “rulers” of the kingdom, but when Xavier puts his foot down, it measures this size, just shy of a baker’s dozen.
What is SIZE 12?
Upon their return from visiting Normandy, Jai-Ma, Pierre, Susie and Xav stopped in this quaint town for sightseeing and a meal at an African restaurant.
What is CAEN?
Lions and tigers and….. This cuddly cub is the among the list of cute pet names for Xavier. (Le nom est en Francais.)
What is (or Quel est) NOUNOURS?
In centimetres, he stretches 190.5 la tete aux pieds. On this side of the Atlantic, we call that "this many" feet and inches
What are 6 FEET and 3 INCHES?
Known for her “jammin’ salmon” and all around familial appeal, this Sri Lankan native could also rock the beat with this fictitious groove.
What is MALA (MALA DANCE)?
His mother and his Kaku both refer to Xav as this descriptive term in English. The Spanish, Italian, Portugese and French prefer hermoso, belle, bonito and beau, respectively.
What is HANDSOME?
A gentle massage of these "dogs" was offered regularly as the antidote for sleeplessness at Kaku's house
What are XAV'S FEET?
This posh and quiet low-key residential suburb on the western boundary of Paris was home to Jai-Ma and Xav for almost 3 years in the mid 2000’s.
WHAT IS NEUILLY-SUR-SEINE?
Xav, like his father, is also the namesake to his paternal grandfather. This is the abbreviated version of the nickname shared between them.
Who is SHAK?
While most kids rely on a blanky for comfort, constant tugs on this auditory auricle were always just the thing to cure what ailed Xav.
What is DADDY'S EARLOBE?
This Tonton and terrible teaser tortured Xavier to tears with his tales of an accident prone hair-lipped Prince always meeting his untimely peril.
Who is TONTON PIERRE?