Good Monday morning, friends! Come in, come in … I see you’re wearing jackets this morning … I guess I better drag the coatrack back out, eh? It has definitely gotten nippy out there, and I heard that someplace in Michigan had snow already this past weekend. And rawgod who lives somewhere way northier in Western Canada, had snow a month or two ago! I rather hope we get at least one decent snow this year, for last year I missed watching the kids build snow people and having snowball fights with my neighbor Ali!
So, did you all have a nice weekend? Mine was a bit hectic and frustrating, but then I tend to have less patience these days. We attended an Arabic birthday party next door on Saturday night, and I have to tell you … our Arabic friends know how to enjoy life, how to have fun, and they do it all without a smidge of alcohol or drugs! They just take pleasure in each other, in music, in camaraderie, in just being alive. We could take a lesson or two from them!
I put Jolly in charge of treats this morning, so let’s go see what he has for us …
JOLLY!!!! WHAT THE …
Oh Jolly … what have you done?
What has gotten into you?
Ahhhh … that explains it! Folks, meet Jolly’s girlfriend, Joyful. He’s never quite right when she’s around, for some reason. But now, I’m sorry, there are no treats to offer today. I’m so so sorry, and I’m sure Jolly is too. Sigh. Young love.
Location, location, location …
It is the mantra of real estate agents around the world, meaning that the value of a home depends more on its location than its construction. Last Wednesday, as most of you probably know, Canada’s ‘Cannabis Act’ went into effect, opening numerous marijuana shops in the provinces. 
Elina Childs is a 9-year-old girl scout in Edmonton, Alberta, who was selling cookies for her Girl Guides troop, and she must have been advised of that old real estate mantra, for she found the perfect location, right outside an Edmonton dispensary. Elina sold all 30 boxes of cookies she had within a matter of minutes. The line to enter the shop was long, and patrons waited as long as four hours, so … why not buy a box of cookies to munch on while you wait?
Da nose, knows …
Y’know … I actually despaired tonight, not sure whether I could pull myself into the right mindset to write Jolly Monday, but determined not to let my friends down, I persevered. Thankfully, there are enough bloomin’ eejits in the world to keep me in fodder for this gristmill, even when I’m not feeling humorous!
The headline read:
Family Pleads for Return of 50-Pound Nose Sculpture
What the … ??? The Albert family, of Portland, Oregon, had a giant nose on their porch
They came by it last October, when Mr. Albert, an advertising guru, plucked it out of the trash at his ad agency where it had been used in a photo shoot, and then discarded like so much trash. The Alberts have three children, ages 5,7, & 11, who were devastated to find the nose had disappeared overnight one morning last week. The kids initially wanted to offer a $2,000 reward, but mom & dad said any reward would be limited to whatever the kids could collect from their piggy banks. The reward stands at $6.27. I guess the piggy banks weren’t exactly overflowing.
Last Halloween, the family placed a bowl of candy beneath its nostrils with a sign that read, “pick one please.” This year, they had plans to decorate it with a mustache and pair of giant black-rimmed glasses. I wish them the best of luck in getting their nose back. The oldest son has vowed to bolt the nose to the porch if it finds its way back home.
And speaking of noses …
Winter is on its way, and there are certain body parts that just seem to get cold quicker than others. For me, it is the hands, ears and nose. A British woman, Sally Steel-Jones, has come up with a solution (and is making a bit of money for doing so). Knitted nose-warmers!
“I got the idea in 2009 when I had a genuine cold nose (is that as opposed to a fake cold nose?). Our business started small, with one nose warmer made specifically to do the job of warming up a nippy nose!”
The company is called, predictably, The Nose Warmer Company, and is based in Sheffield, UK. The nose mittens sell for about $10 each, and come in a variety of colours, 
patterns and materials.
And because I think you still need a bit of something more to bring those smiles into full bloom … take a gander at this bear cub … it is an older video, but so very heartwarming
And that’s all I’ve got for today, my friends! Please share your smiles, be compassionate toward your fellow humans this week, for it’s tough times for many of us. Keep safe and have a terrific week! Love ‘n hugs from Filosofa!
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Blended raspberry margaritas (made with Patron – yes, it IS expensive, but so darn good). Yum! I could drink them like Koolaid. LOVED that cartoon! 😀
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Well, my friend, then you just go out and have one of those blended raspberry margaritas! It will help ease the pain of reading the news (and my blog!). 😀
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Girl, your blog is never a pain to read! I’ve learned so much from them. You’re a real educator!
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Awwww … you do know that you make me blush and grin when you say such nice things, right? You have boosted my confidence by 100% with your kind words! Thank you!
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What kind words? Just stating the facts — thee REAL facts! 😉
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I remeber wearing a nosewarmer as a kid, but it never caught on. I guess the world wasn’t ready for them yet.
Elina lives in the closest big city to me, and has been all over the news. I’m surprised you heard about her down there. Actually, I’m surprised you are hearing that cannabis has been legalized up here. I thought Trump would ban that news…
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No, I cannot imagine that nose warmers are destined to become the fashion statement of the future. Frankly, I don’t give a whit about fashion, but do care about being warm vs cold. But, a nose warmer is NOT on my Christmas wish list, because I cannot stand anything over my nose or mouth. I feel like I am being suffocated!
Actually, I think I found the story about Elina on the BBC website. My first sources in the a.m. are not U.S.-based media outlets, but UK, Germany and Spain. They are far more likely to pick out the important things from the rubble, and to get it right the first time.
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Jill, combining stories, Elina sure does have a “nose” for sales. Keith
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Good one, Keith!!! 🤣
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Miss Jill may find herself incurring the wrath of young Benjamin…no pretend breakfast! Fortunately, Benjamin is home with Mommy again today and will not be here until Wednesday. Friday and Saturday were busy days. Benjamin was the ring bearer at his Godmother’s wedding on Friday evening, Mommy was a bridesmaid and Daddy a groomsman. Benjamin was too cute in his tuxedo! He came to spend the night with me, so that the parental units could party at the reception. Saturday was our search for The Great Pumpkin, along with his Auntie. We go to a fantastic place called The Farmer’s Daughter. So much to do and see, plus the apple cider donuts are yumalicious! We will return there on Saturday, Nov. 3rd, for the Pumpkin Launch. My propensity for loquacity is spurred on by everything and anything Halloween! Jolly is one lucky guy, Joyful is a vision of elfish beauty! A lovely round-up of jolly for this Monday. Thank-you!
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Benjamin was, of course, the first one I thought of when I saw what a catastrophe Jolly had made of it all! Please pass these along to him, and tell him I promise to do better next week — hopefully he will at least like the bear video! 🍩🍩🥤 And for Gem … ☕ You might also show Benjamin the video that Roger (Woebegone) included in his comment … it is a compilation of cute animal videos and I adored it!
Your Great Pumpkin venture sounds like so much fun!!! And I do wish I could have seen Benjamin in his tux!
Have a great week, my friend! Hugs to both you and Benjamin!
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Sunny, but damn cold here in the North of England. Gloves, hat, and scarf weather. ❤
Who thought it was a good idea to lagalise cannabis ~ idiots.
Hugs Jill ❤
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Idiots? People die from black market pot laced with fentanyl. They smoke it anyways, may as well give the money to government than criminals. The weed is clean, you won’t end up in jail for possessing it, and it’s still a choice. Alcohol is much more dangerous, but nay-sayers don’t seem to care about that. Pot smokers are too busy laughing to beat on each other. In my opinion, the idiots sre the ones who don’t want it legalized.
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Keep warm, my friend!
The way I see the cannabis thing … it is a relatively harmless substance, far less destructive to the body than alcohol, and the bottom line is that people go to great lengths to get it, whether legal or not. Legalizing it is very unlikely to increase the consumption, only to hopefully reduce some of the criminal elements in obtaining it. Personally, I tried it a few times in high school and didn’t like what it did to my head … I felt that I had no real control over my thought processes. I do, however, like a nice glass of wine. 🍷 Hugs Jack!!! ❤
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Wow! Two Maxines today. That more than makes up for the lack of a treat. ButI do have my decaffeinated coffee near at hand (sorry Maxine) and the week should be busy. This weekend we spent the hours trying to brace ourselves for the upcoming Winter. So it goes. Have a great week, my friend.😊
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Yes, I felt the need for a double-dose of Maxine today for some reason! Brrrrrr … I feel guilty for whining about it being between 35-50 degrees when I think about the sort of winters you get! Who knows … it may climb to 70 in January! Nothing surprises me these days when it comes to the weather. Have a great week … keep warm! ☕
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Dear Jill,
Thanks for your jolly Mondays. I loved the video of the baby bear.
Ms. Elina has a business career ahead in her future. In front of a cannibus store was the perfect place to sell Girl Scout cookies.
The case of the missing nose? Nose warmers?
Hugs, Gronda
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Yes, the baby bear captured my heart! Check out the link Roger included in his comment … it’s delightful and will definitely make you smile/laugh! Are you feeling better? I see you didn’t slow down a bit! Have a great week! Hugs!!!
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Now remember, no wandering close to the rabbit hole this week, remember what you had me do there. Make ita week of snark and laughs.
Cwtch
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Aye Aye, Capitan! I do remember, and will do my best to stay on the other side of town from the rabbit hole and will carry on with my usual snarky wit! Have a great week!
Cwtch
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Loved the video of the bear cub! Soooo cute!!!!! A fun post ! A great start to the week! Thank you!!!! 💙
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Glad you liked it! If you liked the bear cub, you should check out the link Roger sent (Woebegone but Hopeful), for it is delightful! ❤
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You have to admire Elina’s selling smarts.
What a sweet little bear cub, now there are ‘Good People’….(https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H50xQiH_w9I…..just for some happy time)
Nose warmers…The end of dignity as we know
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Thank you so much for the link!!! I watched every bit and found this to be the perfect thing to bring a smile to my face! I’m saving this one … it is a cure for what ails!
Yes, nose warmers are a bit off-putting … but think about it … dressed in snowboots, heavy coat, mittens and a ski hat is not quite dignified, so why not add a nose mitten? 🧝
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Yes I suppose, an Sheila said she’d like one, so I wisely did not pass any comments (only about sneezes)
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🙂 Well, now you have something you can get Sheila for Christmas! 🎅 🎄 🎁 👃
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I suppose so…..🤔
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Hah! I can hear the thought processes in your mind, my friend. “Will I have to go out in public with her while she is wearing that contraption?” 😀
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I think it might be more for bedtime during the very cold winter nights…. I hope 🙄
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Now Roger … at the risk of sounding a bit forward … keeping her warm on those very cold winter nights is your job! 😄
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But I can’t keep my dear wife’s nose warm by holding it, this would restrict her breathing….😉
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Sigh. Never mind, Roger … go back to writing … 🙄
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I dunno…us men…we try our best 😔…..Oh well…..tap-tap-tappity-tap…(Fribbin’ WORD!)…tippty-tap
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Poor men … so misunderstood … 😖 In the words of the late Rex Harrison in My Fair Lady, “Why can’t a woman, be more like a man?” 🤣🤣🤣
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I’m more inclined to support the French saying:
“There is only a small difference between men and women…Vive la difference!”🤗
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🤣🤣🤣 That’s a good one too!
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This is why we like The French, they have style! (And one of the best National Anthems around…. the scene ‘Casablanca’… just one of the best!)
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All great points! 🇫🇷
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And helped you get independence (Dashed clever move in our jolly on-going wars of the 18th century)…and there’s the Statue of Liberty
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Yes, well, I’m not so sure they did a good thing in helping us win our independence … just look what a mess we’ve managed to make of it! And as for the Statue of Liberty … it was beautiful, but I think we no longer deserve it, for we no longer welcome those tired and poor huddled masses, but instead we take their children, mock them, shun them, call them names, and then turn them away. So, I have proposed that we send Lady Liberty back to the French … perhaps they can find another nation more deserving. 🗽 😥
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No nation is without stains Jill. There must be a constant watch against hate, prejudice and ignorance.
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That is very true, but what discourages me most is that a large portion … not the majority, but still a large portion … of the people in this country ascribe to white supremacy, xenophobia, homophobia and all the other ‘-phobias’ you can think of. The number of those who are thus bigoted seems to have increased over the last year … and the year before that. We aren’t even heading in the right direction, and as best I can see, all those ‘reasons’ they cite are naught but excuses.
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And this is why kitties 😺😺😺😺😺😺, Uncle Woger is a grumpy ol’ socialist 🙀🙀🙀🙀🙀🙀 (Oh Gwannie, is that a bad word???). Because he thinks lots of humans, when they are mean should be locked up in Naughty Cages, for a very, vey long time 😼😼😼😼😼😼. And he wants lots of big Naughty Cages for this reason, ‘cas he thinks Humans need them!😸😸😸😸😸😸!!
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No, babes … it is not a bad word … it means everybody gets to eat, that we all share what we have, and Uncle Woger is a smart man.
😺😺😺😺😺😺 Yay!!! Uncle Woger is not puddin’ da kitties in da cages … he’s puddin’ da people dere!!! Yay! We luvs our Uncle Woger 😻😻😻😻😻😻 Don’ be gwumpy, okay Uncle Woger? Be happy like us!
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Aww, you guys 😽😽😽😽😽😽
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