Wednesday, July 16, 2008

That's Nordstrom Platinum Bucket McBucket to You!

Finally home and getting back to "normal" from my whirlwind comings and goings with the fam. 

I brought my sis, Princess Juicy Shrub Hugger, & her Rock Star Boy Friend back to Tejas with me and the kids, and we hit the Nordstrom Anniversary Pre-Sale with my Platinum, VIP pass.

We were on the lookout for b-day gifts for Baby Doll's 11th birthday tomorrow!  PJSH p
urchased the Anniversary Sale Juicy necklace (not seen in the catalog) and I found a darling, hot pink Juicy purse charm, also not seen in the catalog, for under $40.  Juicy charm bracelet fans, get on it!  They'll be gone, as Mary Kate & Ashley say, In a New York Minute!

We also checked out the Ann. Sale boots, Ugg (too wide and flimsy on Baby Doll's stick legs), and these Ed Hardy's:
























Ultimately, I settled on the tall, gold metallic Uggs with faux mink lining.  And I'm saving them for Baby Doll's Christmas.
When we got home, I noticed someone had made a slight change to my kitchen chalk board's
 greeting to my fellow housewives.   
Hmmm, the handwriting looks a bit familiar, but
 not too familiar...















Ah-ha, the quiet, but devious RSBF of my sis has been up to sneaky tricks!






















But that's not the rest of the bucket story, oh no.  Far from it.

I'm not denying that I'm the Real Housewife of Bucket County, but, let's just put it this way, the First Lady of Bucket County may have lost her title last weekend...

But, more on that later.  Bucket McBucket needs her beauty sleep...

Friday, July 11, 2008

One Tequila, 2 Tequila, Bucket, then the Floor.

That about sums up last night.

Arrived in T-town last night, and hit the town with my lil' sis and crew:  
Rock Star Boy Friend (RSBF), Linda Blair & her NYC roomie, Bad Ass, and the petite, evil
 tequila pusher from Emerald City, Moose.

We hit some bar that I was not familiar with and I ordered an Italian beer.  I noticed an old school hot dog machine, like you might find at the Drive In, behind the bar. 
 
What up with that, I wondered.  According to Princess Juicy Shrub Hugger (PJSH), the bar is famous for its hot dog shots that involve hollowing out the casings and filling them with Blueberry Schnapps!  That thought alone is enough to request the vomit bucket.  But more on that later.

 Linda told us about her sister's upcoming nuptials and the fact that her sister broke her foot recently (something about drinking Saki bombers and roller skating).  She apparently plans to walk, er roll, down the aisle tomorrow night with one roller skate on.  On her good foot, I guess.

That's about the time that the 1st tequila shot arrived.  And I distinctly remember mentioning, actually warning, Moose the Tequila pusher that tequila had a dangerous, LSD effect on Scandalous Housewife.
It seemed harmless enough.  Except that the purchaser, Moose, had secretly laced it with formaldehyde and dry cleaner fluid.  Then, he did the same with the 2nd one he placed before me, a short time later, except that he added rat poison for good measure.

The rest of this tale will be "as told to me by PJSH":

After the 2nd shot, I "reeled" for a bit, told some rambling stories, then put my head between my knees and refused to move.  PJSH tried to persuade me that it was time to go home, but I protested & refused to move.  I then announced that I needed to toss my cookies.  PJSH offered 2 options:  bathroom or behind the fence of the patio we were sitting on (which happened to be closer).

I apparently refused both options, but continued the topic of needing to throw up.

Suddenly, it dawned on PJSH, the last time she was in the exact bar, only 1 year previous, her friend, Ding Dong, was passed out on bench, inside the bar, with the same tossing cookie scenario.  The bartender was kind enough to provide a bucket to stick next to her face.

At this mention, Linda retrieved said bucket from the bartender and placed it between my legs, where my head was hanging.  

I finally agreed to leave after RSBF drove the car around, through the alley, and backed it up to the fence that PJSH had previously suggested I throw up over.  After placing me in the backseat and placing the bucket next to me, I prayed a special prayer into the bucket, as PJSH held my hair.  When I had finished my bucket work, I raised up and said something about having a purse, to which PJSH responded, "Do you mean your $700 Stuart Weitzman?", and I was unable to answer.  Not to worry, she handed it to Joe in the front seat, next to RSBF.  

PJSH then waved good-bye, and phoned my bro, Johnny Knoxville,  to warn him of what was heading his way.  

"So, let me get this straight, you took sister out with your friends, got her drunk, while I stayed home with the kids, and now your sending her home with your boyfriend and a bucket of puke, and you're not even coming with her, so you can stay out partying with your friends.  Do I have that straight?", Johnny inquired.

PJSH answered, "That's correct".

WTF happened to Scandalous Housewife?  2 tequila shots and I'm in bucket-ville?  I mean, I remember my 1st introduction to tequila my Freshman year at OU.  I was at the Sigma Chi house at a function, on my birthday.  The "bartender" said, "What? It's your birthday?  How old are you?  19?  You need to take 19 tequila shots!"  

Oh yeah?  I've never had tequila shots.  How do you do it?

5 lick the salt, shoot and suck the limes later, I was buzzed, but not in need of a bucket.  Well, I was a little more than buzzed, and got in a car with my pledge sister, Desiree, and we drove to Dallas.  But hey, that's another story.  The point is the bucket part.

Oh, want to see the infamous bucket?

Good thing JK cleaned it out, or can you imagine what the hot sun would be doing?

"I'm telling you: Wine, beer, tequila, in that order, is a recipe for puking in a bucket"- Johnny Knoxville.

Thanks, Johnny.  I had wine, too?  Oh, yeah.  I did have a glass earlier that evening.

And, as luck would have it, Baby Doll woke up this morning with pink eye.

And, I was in no mood to play the role of "Mother" this morning.  But, after a quick stop at Queenies, with chin up, I headed to the minor emergency clinic and received some antibiotic drops for my baby girl.

Footnote:
While picking up the prescription at Walgreens, I noticed this Hawk, or whateves, devouring a pigeon above the front door.

Yeah, lovely.

And his other victim lay waiting at my feet.

Time for another bucket...

Wednesday, July 9, 2008

Not of Sound Mind or Good Character

Ohhhhhhh! Monday morning, 8:30 a.m. at the County Courthouse came waaaaaaaaay too early after a long week at my fam's lake house.  (More on that coming soon!)

Remember, I was held in contempt of court for missing my jury duty because of the Nordstrom 1/2 Yearly Sale.

The Judge gave me a 2nd chance and punished me by making me appear on Monday morning, after the 4th of July weekend.

I entered the Jury room, one among 500, and listened to the Bailiff read off the legal excuses for exemption from jury duty.  As I carefully pondered them all, I noticed one exemption that hit home, 'Not of Sound Mind or Good Character'.  Hmmmmm, sounds promising.

Your Honor, if it pleases the Court, I would like to make you aware that I am, in fact, not of sound mind, and, I can produce a multitude of witnesses that will testify to that fact as well as to the certainty that my character is dangerously warped.

No?  That's not flying?  Alright, enter at your own risk.

After an hour or so, the Bailiff announced 60 "chosen" ones for the initial jury panel.  And, as luck would have it, Scandalous Housewife was on the list.  Dahhh-yummm!

I entered the courtroom with my fellow panel, and met the 2 sides of lawyers, as well as the defendant:  accused of assault with a deadly weapon.  His lawyer wanted to let us all know that he also happened to be the lawyer that defended the convicted child molester in the Ashley Estell case that occurred on a local soccer field, which enacted protective legislation known as "Ashley's Law".  He also informed us that the admitted child molester he represented had recently been exonerated by DNA from the Ashley murder.

The lawyers began "educating" the jurors on certain legal terms that were going to be involved in the case, and making notes as different jurors responded.  When 12 of the group begged for mercy because of previously scheduled vacations, work situations, etc., my brain started to churn.  

First, my lil sis, Princess Juicy Shrub Hugger, is flying into my hometown today, and I planned on driving up there with the kids on Thursday.  Oh, and did I mention that my hell-on-4-year-0ld-wheels-niece (Milly Vanilly-spawn of bro Johnny Knoxville), is staying with me this week?  Yeah, Gray Fox ain't happy 'bout Scandalous Housewife sitting at the Courthouse and leaving him in charge of said niece.

With all that in mind, the defendant's lawyer suddenly inquired, "Ladies and Gentlemen, can any of you tell me some possible reasons why a defendant might not choose to testify in his own defense?".  

Without thought, I raised my hand and replied, "Because he's guilty?"

Scribbles on a paper.

"Scandalous Housewife, you're dismissed."

Readers trying to skip out of jury duty?  This is what is known as an Oprah "ahh-haa!" moment...

Tuesday, July 1, 2008

Camp Auntie Scandalous

The annual "camp" that is known as "Camp Aunt Scandalous" ended Sunday.  You see, each summer, my precious nieces, (spawn of Gambler & MJ), trek to Texas for a week at our house. We usually have so many activities packed into our week, that they started calling it C.A.S.

This year, we were a bit overwhelmed, due to Baby Doll's rehearsal and performance of 'Music Man'.  She was rehearsing at the Performing Arts Center in another city every night, then had her big, final performance on Saturday 
night.

Most of the performers were professionals from New York, but Baby Doll had an ensemble role and a big dance number center stage.

In addition to our musical shenanigans, Camp Aunt Scandalous included:









A day at the water park,





















French manicures,

Roller coaster rides!
A trip to the 5th dimension,
Deep sea diving,
A poltergeist experience,
And, finally, a trip to Gay Pair-eee!!


As is usual, MC has a great deal of trouble
 containing his excitement, but he's learning to
 cope...

We're leaving today for our annual 4th of July holiday and family reunion.

Hmmmmm.  Something's most def gonna go down there...

Stay tuned!!!

Friday, June 27, 2008

Perfect Gift Idea for SH

This is what I'm talkin' 'bout! I want someone to come to my home every morning, I mean a complete hair and make up team, and do me up before I leave the house each day. Then, if anyone takes my picture, let's say at a party, the lake house, in a swim suit, etc., I want my own, personal "photoshop" guru to make me look like I was supposed to look like. You know, in my own warped, annie-rexic-wanna-be, messed up mind!

Then, I wouldn't have to worry about by weekly annie-rexic-spoiling kryptonite: Chips and queso!!!

Gray Fox: make this happen!!!

Tuesday, June 24, 2008

PMS Orgasm

No, pervy readers!  Gray Fox wasn't involved!

And, no! My first name ain't Baby!  It's Scandalous!  Miss Housewife if you're nasty!

The orgasmic incident took place at Target, as I was checking out.  An employee had set up a table by the cashiers and motioned me to come hither.  She had a cooler filled with what looked like ice cream pints and asked if I wanted a free one.

After tackling 3 children and an elderly couple with a walker, I made it to the table.

"Coffee Chocolate Chip or Pretzel Caramel?", Target Lady inquired.

Being in an intense state of PMS, I opted for the salty/sweet combo of the pretzel alternative.  Target Lady handed me the carton, then, a plastic spoon.

I got in my car, staring at the pint and spoon.  I tore in to it in milli-seconds!  It was a hot, steamy Texas afternoon, and the ice cream had slightly melted into a cold, custard texture.  One spoonful, with a ribbon of fudge, caramel & chocolate-covered pretzels sent me into a state of
 ecstasy!

I read the label, 'Sweet & savory come together in caramel-flavored ice cream, fudge-coated sea salt (YES! They're SEA SALT!!!) pretzels with swirls of chocolate fudge and caramel'.

Holy Mother of God!  I think I shall never need sex again.  This tiny carton could be the end of procreation.







Monday, June 23, 2008

Do I Look Like a Suck-uh?

I was coerced into attending another beauty event at Neiman Marcus last week, so I brought along a few fun side kicks for entertainment: The Lush, of course!, Jazzy, & Franny.

The product was Revive (imagine an accent over the 1st "e"), and it's supposedly "Nobel Prize winning technology". The NM PR Director, Chuck E. Cheese (who compelled me to come), just raved about the products and Revive's Director, on your right:

Chuck E. Cheese went on and on about how personable and "cute" he is.

Hmmm. CEC, not so much. I think Jazzy described him best when she said, (and please imagine Jazzy's deep, Southern drawl when you say this), "Why I think he has quite a bit of sugar in his tank"!

Yes, Jazzy, it's quite obvious both "men" are motoring on the same tank.

Mr. Sugar Tank told us all about Revive, the Plastic Surgeon who founded the company, and compared the scientific technology used to rejuvenate skin to a dog licking it's wound to heal it. While it's licking, it produces some healing cells that regenerate the skin, or something.

Bottom line: Revive is made of dog saliva?

Hell, I get plenty of that daily from

Lola and Good Lovin'!












At one point, Mr. Sugar Tank pulled out the company's prized, top secret product. The creams/serums, were packed in what appeared to be some sort of crystal kryptonite.
This is the Holy Grail of Revive, so I wanted to know what the price was. Any guesses? $100? Higher! $250? Higher!!! $700?? Higher!!! Double it!

Revive's Holy Grail is $1,500!!!

Oh no you did-unt Mr. Sugar Tank!


Do I look like some kind of suckuh?

But then, Mr. Sugar Tank started to lure my vulnerable, 40-something ass into his sugared web. He talked about the "delicate skin on a woman's neck and chest" and asked if anyone needed improvement in this area from harmful sun damage.

I raised my hand and asked, "Do you mean from years of buttering up in the sun with Hawaiian Tropic Cocoa Butter and Baby Oil?".

All the women looked at me, knowingly, and waited for his response.
Exactly. Then he recited the Revive mantra: A dab a day keeps the surgeon away!

And he showed us some before and after photos:






























He then rubbed some miracle neck cream on my neck and asked me to continue it down my chest, bosom and decolletage.

Ahhhhh! It felt like buttuh! Silky, soft, rose-pedaled buttuh!

And the price? Only $130!

Was that the catch? They sticker shock you with the crystal, Kryptonited Holy Grail serums then lure you back in with the neck cream.

Again, I ask, do I look like an idiot?

Well...

I'll let you know how my new neck cream works out...