Good 33º clear morning.
Yesterday we stayed clear and sunny and topped at 72º.
10-15 is a radio code for "prisoner in custody"
Picture of the Day .... want to live on this street? 
Interesting....
On October 13th in 1792, the cornerstone of what is now known as the White House was laid in the nation’s new capital city of Washington, D.C. In honor of the anniversary of this momentous event, here are 6 interesting facts about the White House. that you probably didn't know.
It Didn't Always Have an Official NameThe stone exterior of the building was first painted with a lime-based whitewash in 1798 to protect it from the elements and freezing temperatures. The term "White House" first appeared in newspapers before the War of 1812, according to the White House Historical Association. But it was President Theodore Roosevelt, who, in 1901, designated the official name of the residence of the U.S. president to be the White House. (Previous names included the Presidents' House, the Executive Mansion, the Presidential Palace, and the Presidential Mansion.) It's also known as "The People's House."
It Isn't The Original White HouseThe British burned down the White House during an invasion in 1814. Only 14 years after the original construction was finished, the same architect, James Hoban, was tasked with rebuilding. The White House 2.0 was completed in 1817, though Hoban would return on occasion in the following years to add porticos to the north and south sides.
The White House Didn't Have Electricity for Nearly a CenturyThe White House was entirely lit by gas lights until 1891, when electricity was first installed. And as electric lighting was still a relatively new concept, the current president at that time, Benjamin Harrison, was skeptical of the dangers and worried he would be shocked if he touched a light switch. His solution? He never once touched one himself.
Room Is Free, But Board Is NotThough it comes with a few perks like living in the White House, traveling in Air Force One, and the $400,000 annual salary — not everything is included as part of the job. Though the White House comes with its own chef, presidents and their families must pay for their own food. In fact, the presidents is also responsible for paying their own dry cleaning, hair and makeup, and all private events (and the wages for those working the private events). As such, many presidents have left the White House in serious debt.
It's Been Home To Many AnimalsThe White House has seen its fair share of cats and dogs, but it's also housed a number of more unusual pets. When the Coolidge's were sent a raccoon to cook for Thanksgiving dinner, they opted instead to keep it as a pet, naming her Rebecca.
President Harrison kept two opossums named Mr. Protection and Mr. Reciprocity.
The craziest pets, though, were a pair of tiger cubs gifted to President Van Buren.
The White House Has Been Home to Several DeathsPresidents William Henry Harrison and Zachary Taylor both died in the White House. Three First Ladies—Letitia Tyler, Caroline Harrison, and Ellen Wilson—passed away there, too. To date, ten people have died within the confines of the White House.
From Mr. Food... for Halloween or Thanksgiving...
You're going to love this seasonal version of our favorite poke cake recipe. The creamy vanilla pudding, delightful whipped topping, and the delicious pumpkin flavor make this easy poke cake recipe our most decadent way to enjoy fall time desserts. Our Pumpkin Spice Poke Cake is perfect through-and-through!
Poke cakes are one of those desserts that everyone is happy to see on the table. Whether you're making it for your spouse and kids, or whether you're bringing it to a big group gathering, you can be sure that this pumpkin poke cake will satisfy. We love the combination of the creamy vanilla pudding with the rich spices in the cake. It's a combination that might go out of season, but it never goes out of style.
We also love that this recipe is super easy to make. It requires a little advanced planning, since you have to let the cake chill, but the hands on time is nice and short. This pumpkin poke cake is so easy to make that you won't even mind if your family asks you to make a second one!
- 1 (15.25-ounce) package spice cake mix
- 1 (15-ounce) can pure pumpkin
- 2 eggs
- 3/4 cup water
- 2 (4-serving size) packages instant vanilla pudding mix
- 1 1/4 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
- 3 1/2 cups milk
- 1 (12-ounce) container frozen whipped topping, thawed
- Preheat oven to 350º. Coat a 9- x 13-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
- In a large bowl with an electric mixer, beat cake mix, pumpkin, eggs, and water until thoroughly combined. Pour into baking dish.
- Bake 25 to 30 minutes, or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Let cool. Using the handle of a wooden spoon, poke 25 to 30 holes in cake.
- In a large bowl, whisk pudding mix, pumpkin pie spice, and milk until slightly thickened. Pour mixture into holes and spread evenly over top of cake. Spread whipped topping on top, cover, and refrigerate at least 4 hours or until ready to serve.
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All I know. Nuff said. Have a good Friday. Ciao.
xo Sue Mom Bobo
National Grouch Day on October 15th sends out notices to all the grouches of the world to be their truest grouch. If you are a grouch, today is your special day. According to Sesame Street Magazine, the day celebrates all grouches and their way of life.
Sometimes grumps give backhanded compliments. “Your house looked horrible until you painted it.” Other times they don’t give them at all. Noise, silence, general activity makes a grouch generally unpleasant.
As per the Merriam-Webster dictionary, a grouch is described as:
- a person who complains frequently or constantly
- a habitually irritable or complaining person
It seems that a grouch may be happy (although they would never admit it) only when others are unhappy and grouchy. It is then that they feel most comfortable with having others share in their grumpy, cantankerous, surly world with them.
This Sesame Street-inspired holiday has been celebrated since at least 1976 and celebrates the grouch’s way of life.
Grouch FAQ
Q. Who were some famous grouches?
A. Most famous grouches are fictional. They include names like Oscar the Grouch, Archie Bunker, and the Grinch.
Q. What word is the opposite of grouch?
A. A person who is a happy camper is someone who is generally joyful and satisfied.
