Wednesday, 17 April 2013

What The L Klahanie Jests.

I know, I know, what the "L" am I doing a challenge in reverse for?  Because I'm not actually participating in the "A to Z Blogging Challenge."   Of course, the co-hosts 'begged' me to participate.  However, I would never commit my site to an entire month of such a challenge.  No, not me.
"L" is for "Learner."  Did you know that in Britain you have to have a licence for your TV?  It took me ages to finally pass my test.  Most annoying having to have a learner sticker stuck on the screen until I finally passed my test.  The test entailed watching fifty hours of cooking shows and you can never watch enough cooking shows.  It also required watching  fifty hours of idiots who giggled, jumped around a lot and said, "Oh my God!", in every other sentence.  Yes indeed, fifty hours of "reality" TV.

Note Penny the Jack Russell dog and modest internet superstar posing with the "L" sticker that was removed from my TV when I passed the test for my TV licence.
"L" is for Leek, Staffordshire, England.  Not to be confused with Leek, Holland.  I moved to Leek in England because I always wanted to live in a town named after an onion.  And speaking of leek, our friend Hilary at this site, did an informative posting on the legendary leek.  If you have never visited Hilary, here she is :  Positive Letters....inspirational stories....
"K" is a special letter to me.  Kinda' kompletely konsumed konsequences konsidering klahanie.
"K" is for "K-Y Jelly."  After using said jelly, "Kleenex" may come in handy.
"J" is for "Jack rabbit."  A jack rabbit wearing a jacket.  I think it's a jack rabbit.  Then again, maybe I'm just splitting 'hares'.
"J" is for "Jack Rabbit."  "Jessica Rabbit" is so jealous!  
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  1. Alex J. Cavanaugh17 April 2013 at 20:12

    I wouldn't have survived that test.
    Now if that's Jack Rabbit in a man's suit and you are Jessica Rabbit... what does that make Penny?
    I've always wanted to live in a town named after a car. Preferably a sports car. Need to see if there is a Bugatti somewhere...

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    1. klahanie19 April 2013 at 00:59

      Hi Alex,

      You certainly wouldn't if it was reruns of Friends or help, Glee Club!

      Penny is actually the only real character on here. You, I'm reasonably sure, are a clone.

      Let me know if you find Bugatti.

      Jack Rabbit...

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    2. Alex J. Cavanaugh20 April 2013 at 00:50

      Still looking for Bugatti...
      However, I invite you to visit tomorrow for a special surprise for you and Penny!

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    3. klahanie20 April 2013 at 01:14

      Okay, Alex. I just love surprises and Penny just loves surprises. Thanks and we both shall duly visit.

      Jack Rabbit oops, Gary

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  2. Laura Eno17 April 2013 at 20:26

    I can answer Alex's question. Penny is the Wizard of OZ, passed the TV test by osmosis (that's why she gets to wear the sign), and now does Jack Rabbit impersonations.
    What do I win, Jessica?

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    1. klahanie19 April 2013 at 01:02

      Hi Laura,

      Congrats, you have won a Jessica Rabbit doll. Penny is the Wizard of Snoz, complete with a wet nose.

      Kind regards,

      Jack Rabbit...

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    2. Alex J. Cavanaugh20 April 2013 at 00:50

      Laura's good!

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    3. klahanie20 April 2013 at 01:15

      She sure is and now she's the proud owner of a Jessica Rabbit doll :)

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  3. PT Dilloway17 April 2013 at 20:32

    Here in America we're pretty much born watching TV so we don't need any learner's permit.

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    1. klahanie19 April 2013 at 01:03

      Hi PT,

      In America you are raised on watching reruns of "I Love Lucy" and "Hee Haw!"

      Jack Rabbit..

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  4. Eat To Live17 April 2013 at 20:36

    I just ate leeks today on my salad. Hows that for Leek!! If I had to take a test to watch TV, I would probably flunk it... although I do watch a lot of reality TV...

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    1. klahanie19 April 2013 at 01:06

      Hi Terry,

      What a healthy meal. You can always watch TV with somebody who has passed their test. They have to sit beside you and make sure you're watching correctly and not fiddling with the remote control.

      Jack Rabbit.

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  5. Annalisa Crawford17 April 2013 at 20:38

    My kids started young, so they've got full licences for the TV already... Kind of wish they hadn't because they do choose rubbish to watch. I wonder if it can be revoked?

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    1. klahanie19 April 2013 at 01:08

      Hi Annalisa,

      You can have their TV licence suspended. In fact, get the TV clamped and the remote control hidden.

      Jack Rabbit...

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  6. Pat Hatt17 April 2013 at 20:46

    Not sure Jessica would be that jealous though
    And feel the need to take a leak now at my show
    That could not be helped at my sea
    And what you have to do for a learners permit sounds scary

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    1. klahanie19 April 2013 at 01:10

      Jessica Rabbit sees me with envy
      Sees my hair so wild and free
      Take a leak in your leek
      Rub the leek and hear it squeak

      Rhyming is a habit
      For Jack Rabbit...

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  7. Old Kitty17 April 2013 at 20:47

    Red suits you. :-)

    I love that there's a place called Leek! LOL! And well done you for passing your TV licence!!

    Take care
    x

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    1. klahanie19 April 2013 at 01:13

      Hi Old Kitty,

      Thank you and it brings out my eye colour :)

      Think how thrilled I was when my dream of living in a place named after an onion became a reality. It was such a relief to remove the "L" sticker from my TV :)

      Jack Rabbit
      x

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  8. Anonymous17 April 2013 at 20:52

    Dear god!!! Love the wig, Gary ... but 'please' don't tell me you have matching accessories???

    Love it :)

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    1. klahanie19 April 2013 at 01:14

      Gidday Wendy,

      Wig? I have a red purse and red earrings :)

      Jack Rabbit...:)

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  9. Suzanne Furness17 April 2013 at 20:58

    Now isn't that wig just lovely!

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    1. klahanie19 April 2013 at 01:15

      Hi Suzanne,

      It's my 'real' hair :)

      Jack Rabbit...

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  10. shelly17 April 2013 at 20:58

    Gary, you are a hoot!

    Hugs and chocolate,
    Shelly

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    1. klahanie19 April 2013 at 01:17

      Hi Shelly,

      Ah yes, now I'm an owl :)

      Thank you for the hugs and chocolate.

      Jack Rabbit...

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  11. Anonymous17 April 2013 at 20:59

    There's much strange going on's in the UK as you discovered about the TV license, loved the pics and the post.

    Yvonne.

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    1. klahanie19 April 2013 at 01:28

      Hi Yvonne,

      I couldn't believe you need a TV licence. I think it should be a choice. Thanks for your kind words regarding the pics and post :)

      Jack Rabbit...

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  12. Al Diaz17 April 2013 at 21:07

    I don't think I love the TV that much to suffer reality shows just to get a licence. I would rather face 200 dragon hunters. And you look well as a red head, hahaha.

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    1. klahanie19 April 2013 at 01:30

      Hi Al,

      I bet you would rather face 200 dragon hunters. In the meantime, I shall send you a repeat episode of St. George and the Dragon, to watch over and over and over....

      Jack Rabbit :)

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  13. Lisa17 April 2013 at 21:15

    So you aren't doing the A to Z challenge, eh? Right, we believe you! Thank you so much for your kind words in the comment you left on my blog. I love this post!!! You have to have a License for TV in France too, at least you have to pay a special tax for it. Ugh. Great photos by the way! This post helped to cheer my day...

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    1. klahanie19 April 2013 at 01:35

      Hi Lisa,

      No, not me. Mine's a satirical, sometimes cynical, mostly good natured take on the A to Z. You wont see my name on the list of participants. My pleasure to comment on your blog. And thank you for your nice words regarding this posting :) A TV licence in France! I'm surprised there isn't revolution over such an outrage.

      If I can cheer your day, that's a positive outcome. Thank you :)

      Jack Rabbit...

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  14. Lisa17 April 2013 at 21:16

    By the way, what does Klahanie mean?

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    1. klahanie19 April 2013 at 01:40

      Aha, the meaning of "Klahanie" was mentioned in a previous posting in the challenge I'm not doing.

      Here's a quote from that posting, "Nature and respecting the balance that is essential to all life. I nurture my appreciation of nature's natural balance. I rejoice in the magic that is "klahanie". Klahanie is a word from the Chinook tribe who reside in the Pacific Northwest of North America. The definition of klahanie is generally accepted as meaning, "the great outdoors." The spirit of the noble indigenous First Nation's people lives within my heart and soul."

      In peace,

      Gary

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  15. Anonymous17 April 2013 at 21:41

    Three letters in one..not only can you march through the alphabet upside down and backwards, you can multi task. I've Learned about Leeks, Kidded about Klahanie and Jumped with the Jacket Rabbits. The rest of us are just heading into "P" and you're almost back at the beginning of the end.

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    1. klahanie19 April 2013 at 01:43

      Hi Delores,

      I'm rather forward going backwards. Leek and leeks. Special K and the konnotations. A Jack Rabbit wearing a jacket. When you reach the end, I shall reach the beginning :)

      Jack Rabbit...

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  16. Rawknrobyn.blogspot.com17 April 2013 at 22:33

    You look dazzling with red hair, Gary. And I like that kind of jelly with a nutty sandwich. Did I write that? No, no, it was my cat Mojo. Robyn would never write something naughty.

    Thanks for the giggles, as always.
    xoRobyn

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    1. klahanie19 April 2013 at 01:53

      Hi Robyn,

      Very kind of you to notice :) Hey, if you like that sort of jelly with a couple of nuts in a sandwich, all I can say is, enjoy! :) Yeah, blame it on your Mojo :) I'm convinced you would never be naughty?

      Thank you for giggling :)

      Jack Rabbit...x

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  17. Robin17 April 2013 at 22:58

    You are "J"oking about the License for the TV in Britain? That is Insanity. Please tell me you are "K"idding about this, because I don't think I can stand it if it is true. The rules and regulations that government is imposing on people are flat-out ridiculous. And this might be one of those most ridiculous yet (if it is true). Egads.

    You are quite a sight as a redhead;)

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    1. klahanie19 April 2013 at 01:57

      Hi Robin,

      I wish I was Joking about the British TV licence. What the "L", eh. They Krack me up with the insanity of it all. The TV licence has been around for a long time. Way before the most evil government I've ever known came into power. Egads, indeed.

      Thanks, I hope Jessica doesn't read your comment :)

      Jack Rabbit...

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  18. middle child18 April 2013 at 03:14

    Penny is the perfect model.
    Jack rabbit is pretty hot.
    Notice how I didn't even go near the "hers and mine" k-y. I am working hard to stay out of the gutter.

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    1. klahanie19 April 2013 at 02:04

      Hi middle child,

      Penny posing just for the "L" of it.
      Jack rabbit is pretty hot wearing that jacket.
      Well done for making no reference to the jelly :)

      Jack Rabbit...

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  19. Rum-Punch Drunk18 April 2013 at 05:48

    I guess I'm still one 'L' of a learner then. I need to watch more TV :)
    When you mentioned Leeks, it reminded me of your previous posts of how much water you had to drink to pee for your tests in the hospital, and the danger of being stuck in traffic wanting to use the loo on the drive home.
    Loved the photo with the red hair, looks real cool. What shampoo do you use? ha ha ha.

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    1. klahanie19 April 2013 at 02:08

      Hi Rum-Punch Drunk,

      Yes, to speed up the process and get the "L" off your TV screen, you can substitute 50 hours of Corrie instead of 50 hours of cooking shows.

      Oops, thanks for the reminder of that posting. I think I'd um better go now...

      I use a shampoo recommended by the dude from Simply Red :)

      Jack Rabbit...

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  20. Ida Thought18 April 2013 at 08:51

    I never forget when we called the chief officer on board a ship and told him there was a leak in the roof and somebody pee'd on the floor. When he came down he saw a leek plastered to deck head and a bag of peas on the deck... He didn't think it was funny at all - anyway that 's my leek story for you Special K.. also here's another great story I found on L day about a Leek named Lucy I hope you don't mind that I post it here, I haven't asked her permission either, but you know I should have a big L on my new blogger butt too - and sharing is caring and her leek story is funny :) and and and I like Hilary's post too :)

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    1. Ida Thought18 April 2013 at 08:53

      The link is under the third Leek :)

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    2. klahanie19 April 2013 at 02:13

      Hi Ida,

      Neat, a reply to yourself :) Thanks for the leak, leek ship story. No mention of the um "poop deck" :)

      I have visited Mel and "Lucy Leek". I'm sure she was fine with it as so am I. Most folks are grateful for the sharing, caring aspects of the blogging community. Hilary is one heck of a nice lady.

      Jack Rabbit...

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    3. Ida Thought19 April 2013 at 07:09

      I knew you wouldn't mind... you do bring out a lot of and, and, and thoughts... (and your not even a duck) I see we both change OMG to OM-Goodness - have you ever seen a poop deck? It's not something I ever want to mention, because then I have to think about the time I .... :)

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    4. klahanie19 April 2013 at 23:08

      Hi Ida,

      OM, let me meditate on that thought. Yes, I typed, meditate. I think of myself as a duck, actually. I can be rather 'fowl' :)

      Must go now and swab the decks, me hearty...ooh aah...

      Jack Rabbit...

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  21. Elephant's Child18 April 2013 at 08:58

    The L plate you have Penny wearing obviously stands for lovable.

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    1. klahanie19 April 2013 at 02:14

      Hi Elephant's Child,

      "L" is for lovable Penny posing in one of those rare moments of British sun shining down on her :)

      Jack Rabbit...

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  22. Manzanita18 April 2013 at 11:12

    Congratulations on passing your TV Lic. test. Did Penny help you study for it. I bet she's glad to get the L off of her. Gary, red is your color. Wear more of it. Did you ever jump over a "jack-leg fence" wearing a Jack-et and red hair? I'm going to go and watch cooking shows, cause I'm thinking of moving to Leek, GB.
    Love and Peace,
    Manzanita

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    1. klahanie19 April 2013 at 02:19

      Hi Manzanita,

      Thank you very much. I'm very proud to have a full TV licence. Penny did indeed help me study the test. Although, if we accidentally changed channels and she saw horses...well yikes!

      Red suits me, for sure. Never did jump over a jack-leg fence wearing a Jack-et. However, I once wore a Jacket potato. Yes, in Britain, potatoes wear jackets :) Please give me advance warning of your arrival in Leek. I'll get the parade in your honour (honor) organised! :)

      Jack Rabbit...

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  23. Cat and DOG Chat With Caren18 April 2013 at 12:55

    OMG you are too funny!! Lovin' the red hair! lol

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    1. klahanie19 April 2013 at 02:21

      Hi Caren,

      Oh My Goodness, thank you :) I think I shall stick to keeping my hair red. Hope you are feeling better.

      Jack Rabbit...

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  24. Elizabeth Seckman18 April 2013 at 14:05

    I have to go google, or ask Annalisa or Kyra if you really have to get a license to watch tv. Yes, I am either extremely gullible or extremely unconvinced that you are being serious.

    And since serious is waaaaayyyy over rated, I am happy to visit. And I believe Jessica Rabbit is not only jealous, but shaking in her stilettos.

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    1. klahanie19 April 2013 at 02:25

      Hi Elizabeth,

      You will have discovered that I mostly told the truth about the TV Licence. You can get a reduced price on the licence if you are legally blind. Unbelievable!

      You know neither one is a big fan of serious. Thus, that's why I wont participate in that darned A to Z! :) Jessica Rabbit offered me her stilettos. Alas, they were way too small.

      Jack Rabbit...

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  25. Mark Means18 April 2013 at 14:11

    I think Jessica Rabbit has seen -much- better days!! :) Take care, Gary!

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    1. klahanie19 April 2013 at 02:26

      Hi Mark,

      And Jack Rabbit's days just get better and better. Have fun, Mark.

      Jack Rabbit...

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  26. cleemckenzie18 April 2013 at 14:48

    I've flunked my TV test I'm afraid. However, I find staring at the L on my screen quite meditative and calming. The hair does wonders for you and the sporty jacket is perfect for the bunny, er, jack rabbit.

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    1. klahanie19 April 2013 at 02:30

      Hi Lee,

      It seems the "L" has cast a spell. Never mind about the test. You might give the radio licence test a go. You have to listen to DJ Alice Cooper on "Planet Rock", for an entire month. Good luck with that.

      Yes, my natural blonde locks look better in red. Jack bunny, that would be funny.

      Jack Rabbit...

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  27. Joylene Nowell Butler18 April 2013 at 15:36

    L is for lovely as in lovely, lunatic. LOL. I would never even come close to getting my TV license. Which means I'd have to find something else to do while I was doing nothing. Hmm.

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    1. klahanie19 April 2013 at 02:33

      Hi Joylene,

      Just think, if you needed a TV licence and kept failing, you'd be unable to watch "Hockey Night in Canada", eh. What would you do, I wonder. You could make loads of pancakes and top them with a truckload of maple syrup. Gosh, n' stuff.

      Jack Rabbit...

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  28. Optimistic Existentialist18 April 2013 at 15:52

    Ok if I would have to watch 50 hours of cooking shows then I would never ever ever get a TV license. I reckon I would stick to books!!

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  29. rhymeswithplague18 April 2013 at 19:07

    I really don't want to hear about your K-Y jelly and Kleenex, but I'll bet that after you posted that fetching photo of yourself with the curly red locks, sales of both skyrocketed.

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    1. klahanie19 April 2013 at 02:37

      Hi rhymeswithplague,

      Very good and how are your shares in K-Y jelly and Kleenex doing? Nothing to sneeze over, I reckon.

      Jack Rabbit..

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  30. Elise Fallson18 April 2013 at 22:59

    I failed my TV license which is why we don't get tv reception at our house. I'm kinda happy about it because at least we don't have to pay the tv tax. And I must say, red is your color. I'm so jealous. Also, KY, leeks, and Kleenex. In that order. :P

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    1. klahanie19 April 2013 at 02:41

      Hi Elise,

      I'm glad you're kinda' happy failing your test. Red is the colour that enhances my obvious beauty :) Let's get this straight. You rub K-Y jelly on your leeks and then wrap your leeks in Kleenex. Okay, Elise :)

      I hope you passed your test for your computer licence....

      Jack Rabbit...

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    2. Elise Fallson22 April 2013 at 09:02

      LOL! (;

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    3. klahanie23 April 2013 at 01:44

      Jack Rabbit is sleeping. LOL, Penny the Jack Russell dog and modest internet superstar! :)

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  31. Susan Kane19 April 2013 at 01:01

    Have you decided to go red, Gary? It is a good look for you...

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    1. klahanie19 April 2013 at 02:42

      Hi Susan,

      Due to overwhelming popular consensus, I may stick with the colour red.

      Jack Rabbit...

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  32. lotta joy19 April 2013 at 01:12

    I'm proud of you striving for something as noteworthy as your television License. I fear for your shrunken head, for I know that is NOT a stuffed rabbit. I wouldn't mind having some of that K-Y Jelly for a sandwich, and red is NOT your color. But please, don't insist Penny participate in such a humiliating fashion.

    (sorry for the CAPS)

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    1. klahanie19 April 2013 at 02:48

      Hi lotta joy,

      I'm very proud to have passed my TV licence. The rabbit has come all the way from Charlotte, North Carolina. I think you would enjoy a K-Y jelly sandwich. Red is my "colour". You must learn to spell in proper English. Thank you. Penny was lying in the warm sun that was shining through the bedroom window. She is perfectly content and not humiliated.

      Jack Rabbit...

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  33. klahanie19 April 2013 at 01:59

    Hello Al Penwasser,

    And to make matters worse, your TV is widescreen and a bitch to fit into the TV parking space. Mind your cable...

    Jack Rabbit...

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  34. River19 April 2013 at 07:37

    I like your reverse A-Z choices so far, you have a wicked sense of humor.

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    1. klahanie19 April 2013 at 22:49

      Hi River,

      Thank you for that. I always try to think outside the 'blog' :)

      Enjoy your weekend.

      Jack Rabbit...

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  35. Hilary Melton-Butcher19 April 2013 at 09:10

    Hi Gary - thanks so much for mentioning me .. I got here eventually! You squeeze me in with KY Jelly ... Hardwick ..... might have something to say about that?!

    I'd never have a tv if that was the qualification ...

    If you're in need of something to do - you need to see Elise's P post! http://elisefallson.blogspot.co.uk/

    Happy days in leek ... London leaked ice-balls yesterday ... Hilary

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    1. klahanie19 April 2013 at 22:53

      Hi Hilary,

      It was my pleasure to mention you and it all tied in nicely to you very kindly mentioning me on your superb blog. You'd better be careful with the K-Y! And mind Hardwick.

      Ah yes, Elise. I checked out her "P". Hope that sounded okay. I commented on her posting yesterday. Put it this way, I'm staying well clear of a certain museum in Iceland!

      Ice-balls to London and now time to check out Leek:)

      Pleasant weekend to you, Hilary.

      Jack Rabbit...

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  36. Unknown19 April 2013 at 11:52

    lol, your post is brilliant, well done, I got confused at first then realised, your doing this backwards...cudos.

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    1. klahanie19 April 2013 at 22:56

      Hi The Wicked Writer,

      That's very kind of you. I'm the, and I quote, "The official anti A to Z spokesman." Z to A, all the way! :)

      Thank you and have a peaceful weekend.

      Jack Rabbit...

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  37. Anonymous19 April 2013 at 18:37

    Yes, I suppose it would be fun to live in a town named after an onion! Have a wonderful weekend, Gary! :)

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    1. klahanie19 April 2013 at 22:58

      Hi M.J.

      Living in a town named after an onion almost brings a tear to my eye. Tears of joy, of course.

      May you also have a wonderful weekend.

      Jack Rabbit...

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  38. MunirGhiasuddin20 April 2013 at 00:14

    I love Hilary's blog. She has mentioned so many places that my husband and I used to go. I feel a special kinship with her.
    I did not know that you had to have a license to watch TV. That is strange to me.
    Thanks a bundle for stopping by my daughter's blog. She is over whelmed with gratitude. As soon as she gets a break from her job, she wants to look at different blogs from people.
    Like Hilary would say "Cheers". Take care of yourself.

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    1. klahanie20 April 2013 at 23:51

      Hi Munir,

      I think that's so positive that through shared interaction, you feel a special kinship with Hilary. She does indeed do a fascinating, informative blog.

      Imagine my surprise when I found out about needing a licence to watch TV. Thankfully, I now have a full licence :)

      I was glad to welcome your daughter, along with your dear self, to the world of blogging. Which reminds, me when time allows, I shall come and visit your lovely blog. Cheers and you enjoy the rest of the weekend.

      Jack Rabbit...

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  39. Jeff Hargett20 April 2013 at 03:04

    Why does it make me nervous that you're splitting hares? Of course, fifty hours of reality TV could drive a man to split just about anything--including his TV.

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    1. klahanie20 April 2013 at 23:59

      Hi Jeff,

      Hey, it makes me nervous that somebody might mistake "Jack Rabbit" for a hare :) Watching the Prime Minister of Britain on the screen for fifty seconds makes me want to split my TV to shreds. Then again, I'd be paying a licence for a TV that doesn't work. See you on this year's best reality TV show, "Blogger's Got Talent!"

      Jack Rabbit...

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  40. Unknown20 April 2013 at 04:06

    You are brilliant! A to Z in reverse. I wish I'd have thought of that. What an amazing twist. Seriously, hats off to you for being so creative. :)

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    1. klahanie21 April 2013 at 00:05

      Hi Julia,

      Lovely to see you here. Thank you. Z to A, all the way :) Of course, being a non-conformist, I'm not actually participating. If they have the challenge next you, I would love to see total chaos and anarchy. Your comment is very kind. My baseball cap atop my long red hair, I take off to you :)

      Jack Rabbit...

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  41. M.J. Fifield20 April 2013 at 11:02

    Doing A to Z backward is brilliant and, like Julia before me, I wish I'd done that too. Maybe next year.

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    1. klahanie21 April 2013 at 00:12

      Hi M.J. Fifield,

      Backwards and even ǝpısdn uʍop :) Yes, start a revolution. Julia, your good self and Jack Rabbit, going from Z to A! Where are you Arlee Bird? Thank you, my friend.

      Jack Rabbit...

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  42. Mina Burrows20 April 2013 at 12:57

    I love your theme. :) I have two JRTs. One is named Fred and he's the best. I've had him for almost 14 years. And I just got a new JRT puppy and his name is Spike. My doggies are slowly adjusting to one another but I bet they would be friends with Penny. :)

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    1. klahanie21 April 2013 at 00:16

      Hi Mina,

      Why thank you. Most kind. Jack Russell dogs are quite something. Penny is close to 13 and as zippy as ever. Fred and Spike will be just fine together, I'm sure. "Penny, meet Fred and Spike!" "Arf! Arf!" Thank you, Mina :)

      Jack Rabbit...

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  43. Tina20 April 2013 at 14:42

    Oh dear, just spit tea on my keyboard. You got me with the KY jelly...and the jack-rabbit, and your general awesomeness. Make sure you hit Alex's place today...just sayin'...
    Tina @ Life is Good
    Co-host, April 2013 A-Z Challenge Blog
    @TinaLifeisGood, #atozchallenge

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    1. klahanie21 April 2013 at 00:21

      Hi Tina,

      Oh dear, zap! :) I got you with the K-Y jelly? Ahem, moving on...The jack rabbit in the jacket is your friend. Wow, how awesome is Alex! I hit Alex's place. I did clean up before I left, though.

      Always good to hear from the alternate alphabet challenge at the A to Z! :)

      Thanks Tina, you rock!

      Jack Rabbit...

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  44. Michael Offutt, Phantom Reader20 April 2013 at 16:55

    I once met a man that had a leek tattoo. I asked him about it. He responded, "When was the last time you saw anyone with an onion tattoo?"

    It was so hot. We may have used some of that KY you are talking about too.

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    1. klahanie21 April 2013 at 00:26

      Hi Michael,

      What a great idea that guy had. I'm rather jealous. Then again, I'm living the dream, residing in a town named after an onion.

      Have fun if you decide to use some K-Y jelly. When you're hot, you're hot.

      Jack Rabbit...

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  45. Intangible Hearts20 April 2013 at 18:10

    Very informative post about the TV license and all. Also I had never heard of Leek. Penny is a cutie--but you know that.

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    1. klahanie21 April 2013 at 00:32

      Hi The Desert Rocks,

      Always glad to bring a public service announcement :) Indeed, there's a Leek in England and Holland. Penny just read your comment and she smiled. Yes, she's a cute dog. Thank you, my friend.

      Jack Rabbit...

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  46. Sassy 20 April 2013 at 18:17

    Thank goodness you got your license and sticker removed, imagine not having a clear view of the idiots jumping up and down. Great post, Gary!

    Madison:)

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    1. klahanie21 April 2013 at 00:36

      Hi Madison,

      Oh yeah, that "L" sticker on my TV screen really hampered my view of all those 'talented' folks on the 'reality' shows! Oh my god! Thank you, Madison.

      Gary um, Jack Rabbit...

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  47. Jocelyn Rish20 April 2013 at 19:47

    I think that photo of the jacket-wearing rabbit might haunt my dreams tonight.

    Love the picture of Penny with the letter L because I am using all my family's dogs to highlight the letter of the day. They were not patient about posing, but we all made it through unscathed.

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    1. klahanie21 April 2013 at 00:39

      Hi Jocelyn,

      Oh no. I hope the jack rabbit wearing a jacket wont be in your dreams tonight or any other night :)

      What an imaginative theme you have. Amazing how just when you have them posed the way you like, dogs have this knack of moving out of the frame. I shall have Penny come and visit your site. Sounds intriguing :)

      Jack Rabbit...

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  48. Christine Rains20 April 2013 at 20:07

    That last photo is fabulous! Jessica Rabbit would be speechless. Hello to Penny with her L! Have a lovely weekend.

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    1. klahanie21 April 2013 at 00:42

      Hi Christine,

      I take that as a great compliment! Thank you :) "Hey Penny! Christine says L O :)" Thank you and may your weekend be lovely.

      Jack Rabbit...

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  49. Kimberly Gabriel20 April 2013 at 21:15

    Clever way of fulfilling this challenge! And no - I didn't know you need a license for your TV - that's crazy!

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    1. klahanie21 April 2013 at 00:47

      Hi Kimberly,

      Thank you and the beauty of this is I do it any old way I like :) At one time, we also needed a licence to listen to the radio. Weird, eh.

      Jack Rabbit...

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  50. Sherry Ellis20 April 2013 at 22:03

    You are too funny! I would have never thought to do the challenge in reverse!

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    1. klahanie21 April 2013 at 00:49

      Hi Sherry,

      Very kind of you. Ah yes, the challenge I never signed up for :) Z to A, all the way. Thank you, Sherry.

      Jack Rabbit...

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  51. Mina Lobo21 April 2013 at 00:39

    Red is definitely your color, Gary. (Yeah, it's "color" in Noo Yawk, as is right and proper.) ;-P
    Some Dark Romantic

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    1. klahanie21 April 2013 at 00:55

      Hi Mina Lobo,

      Gosh, I know, red goes very well with my eye "colour" :) "Noo Yawk"? Really? Get outa hea! LOL

      Jack Rabbit...

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  52. All Consuming21 April 2013 at 11:02

    Will you be my stunt double? ;p x

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    1. klahanie22 April 2013 at 00:17

      Hi Michelle,

      My silly human has gone to bed and yay, I'm replying to you! Which picture do you mean? I'm so kidding. Arf! Arf!

      Pawsitive wishes and doggy kisses,

      Penny the Jack Russell dog and modest internet superstar! xx

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  53. Julie Flanders21 April 2013 at 18:56

    Hi Gary,

    I just learned of your blog thanks to Alex. So glad I did! It's great to meet you and Penny both. What a little cutie she is. :)

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    1. klahanie22 April 2013 at 00:20

      Hi Julie,

      Ah yes, Alex, one of my adoring, starstruck fans. I noted your comment on human Alex's site and I thank you for visiting. On behalf of my sleeping human, a pleasure to meet you. Oh yes, I'm a little cutie! :)

      Pawsitive wishes and doggy kisses,

      Penny the Jack Russell dog and modest internet superstar! xx

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  54. Jemi Fraser21 April 2013 at 23:30

    Love the way your brain works Gary! I bet the town named after the onion is proud to have you & Penny! :)

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    1. klahanie22 April 2013 at 00:23

      Hi Jemi,

      Oh, sometimes Gary's brain works :) I know his brain is inspired by my doggy wisdom. The town named after an onion has a yearly parade in our honour! You believe me, I know you do.

      Enjoy the hints of spring, my human friend.

      Pawsitive wishes and doggy kisses,

      Penny the Jack Russell dog and modest internet superstar! xx

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  55. Unknown22 April 2013 at 10:08

    Thanks for letting me know Alex had posted about me. (Sometimes I can't keep up.) Good luck on the reverse A-Z!

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    1. klahanie23 April 2013 at 01:38

      Hi Lexa,

      It can be extremely difficult to keep up. So much so that I've taken over commenting for my human. He's asleep. Glad you realised that Alex, my starstruck fan, had posted about your good self. And congrats again on getting an agent. The Z to A, all the way.

      Penny the Jack Russell dog and modest internet superstar! :)

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  56. Gina Gao22 April 2013 at 16:09

    This was a really interesting post! Thanks for sharing.

    www.modernworld4.blogspot.com

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    1. klahanie23 April 2013 at 01:40

      Hi Gina,

      Thanks for that. Good to share! :)

      Penny the Jack Russell dog and modest internet superstar!

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  57. Patricia Stoltey24 April 2013 at 04:38

    That part about getting a TV licence was especially fun. To really make it difficult, I'd add a requirement to watch 50 continuous hours of world news. Torture!

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    1. klahanie24 April 2013 at 23:06

      Hi Patricia,

      It was a lot of fun once I got to remove the "L" sticker off my TV screen. I shall pass on your great idea to the TV licencing department :)

      Gary

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I do try to comment back to each commenter individually. However, I might have to shorten my replies or give a group thank you. That way, I can spend more time commenting on your blogs. Thank you and peace, my friend.

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