the Herman Dictionary

There are many words in the English language, and when you add them up with all the other words in all the other languages, you will not even begin to be able to keep track.

But....Herman has a language all of his own.  And if you have ever received a text or BBM from him, you know or are learning to decipher his very creative spelling techniques.

Spelling isn't everything...that's why we have spell-check!  But Herman is also really good at making up his own vocabulary - and no one knows how to spell those words except for him!

The first word in the Herman Dictionary is :

Woolly-Wootz

Not quite sure what it is, but the word is used to describe someone who has done something odd or wrong.  Example:  "not like that woolly-wootz"

What other words would you like to add to the Herman Dictionary?

The Red Rocket

This is the Red Rocket

The Red Rocket was a Corsica that Herman bought for a really good deal - low kilometers and good price!  And he drove it forever...almost into the ground actually.  The Corsica travelled from Saskatchewan to Ontario (back and forth on the 401 a million times) then on to Halifax and back to Saskatchewan again.

But the real story is how the Red Rocket is loaded...with nothing!!  No air conditioning, no FM radio and if you are fortunate enough to drive in the August heat with Herman on the 401 (or anywhere really) you must do so with the vents blowing and the windows closed because he doesn't like the noise.

PS - no that is not Herman's house in the background!

Herman Food List - the Potato Family

Potatoes have long been a staple food in the life of Herman. Actually, Herman, the self-proclaimed 'farm boy from Saskatchewan' would have potatoes every meal if his wife would let him....

Here is the list of the favoured potato styles of Herman in no particular order:

The French Fry

with salt and ketchup...never, ever, ever with vinegar.

Oh yes, and don't let them touch the other food in case some juices spill over.

Perogie

Boiled and then fried so they are crispy...without sour cream...with lots of pepper!  Homemade with his mom's recipe...there is always a battle between the sister's about who makes better perogie!

The Roasted Potato...especially with roasted chicken!




Last but not least...the Mashed Potato ...with turkey or roast beef

Herman does like potatoes...even playing with them!

The Middle Child

Herman is the middle of 7 children.  The exact middle.  It goes like this:

Brother, Brother, Sister, Herman, Sister, Brother, Brother

Did you know there is a middle child syndrome?  And Herman was crazy enough to marry a middle child like himself!

Check out this great blog I found on middle children called Middle Child Personality.

What is your birth order?  Calling all middle children to share what they know about their personality.  Or better yet, check out the blog above and do the quiz and let us know what your issues are - very interesting!!

Roughriders...from Saskatchewan

Rider-Pride!

Get your mind out of the gutter...it's a CFL Team.  The Saskatchewan Roughriders is Herman's favourite Canadian Football League team. I am pretty sure Herman does not have a favourite NFL team. He likes Canadian Football even though I still do not understand why they have  2 - 50 yard lines.  Herman also says Canadian Footballs are 'bigger'.  Does that even make sense?  And what is with 3 downs, not 4? 

They have very funny costumes when they play....

Oh...these are fans - Herman keeps threatening to wear one but we have yet to see it! 

When Were You Born

If you know Herman, and even if you don't, you will know he was:

Born at night, not last night

 

When were you born?  Herman was actually born on December 18, 1962.

Does this describe Herman?

Optimistic and freedom-loving

Jovial and good-humored

Honest and straightforward

Intellectual and philosophical

and on the side we don't want to see so much....

Blindly optimistic and careless

Irresponsible and superficial

Tactless and restless

What sign are you?  How do you compare to Herman?  Are you an Archer too?  What are the traits that stand out to you the most?

The Weather Creaps In

Time to add to the story of Herman!!

"Don't snow a snowman!" 

I am sure that you have heard that saying.  Whether it is a 'weather' term or one that you just simply shook your head because he said it many times with disdain in his voice....you know what I am talking about.

Herman will say "Don't snow a snowman" when he thinks that you are trying to put one over on him or just trying to get away with something..anything. 



The saying is especially useful in work environments where there are many people (or types of technology) that can be blamed. 

Trust me, Herman ALWAYS figures it out!

There are more sayings and stories out there...do you have one to share?

Herman Food List

We all know that one of Herman's favourite foods is Pizza!  Do you know his favourite toppings?  Or his favourite place to order pizza from on a Saturday nite?  Or when he is visiting in Saskatoon?
Let us know what you know!

There are lots of other favourite foods - or special ways he orders his food.  Share your insights on the Herman Food List!

TV Show References

"I may not be a lawyer, but I have seen the odd episode of Matlock!"  Herman says.

This is usually followed by some very lawyer-ly advice.

Calling All Herman Fans

Ok Everyone!

Here it is...the blog you have been waiting for!

I know there are many stories and sayings out there that we have all heard.  Heck, even my kids say them.  Anywhere from "handy as pockets in your underwear"...to how he eats his hamburger...plain!

Tell your story here - share memories, accounts of how you first heard his saying and what it meant to you.  Tell us if you still use it today.

My list is pretty long after knowing him for 14 years - can you believe that?  And I have a few stories to tell.  Read below for how to use this blog.

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