If you said, "Cheddar is better!", then I'd be right there along with you. Does cheese get much better than cheddar? From mild to extra extra sharp, sign me up.
I had some high hopes with the Kraft Macaroni & Cheese Cheddar Explosion flavor. A completely new experience, cheddar pasta exploding in your mouth? It'd be the meal-in-box version of Pop Rocks.
Sadly, I was disappointed as soon as I opened the box. Spirals? Really? But, wait they're bigger than the normal spirals. Yeah, that didn't help. There's something about eating food in the shape of a corkscrew that doesn't appeal to me.
But what about the flavor of the Cheddar Explosion? Umm, not so good. Definitely edible, but out of the other 9 boxes I taste-tested, it had the worst flavor... or maybe my tastebuds didn't know how to process the Cheddar Explosion?
Back in January I went grocery and happened upon a sale on Kraft Macaroni & Cheese. 10 for $10. Well, how could I pass that up? Especially when I could buy 10 different kinds and taste test them, rank them and then blog about about it. Remember, it's the simple things.
The 10 different boxes are as follows in no particular order:
1. Veggie pasta original flavor
2. Phineas and Ferb shapes
3. Original
4. Veggie pasta three cheese
5. Thick & creamy
6. Spongebob shapes
7. Whole grain original
8. Cheddar Explosion
9. Madagascar shapes
10. Spirals
I know, I left out the shell pasta. I've tried this kind in the past and was frustrated by how the shells would suction to my bowl or plate. Since I couldn't be unbiased, I left it out of the running.
I'm guessing you haven't heard of the reality show Event Goers, and neither have I. During my last road trip, a 5 hour trek to Louisville, KY to see P!nk, my mind was wandering. I know, hard to imagine.
It seems like there is a reality show for every walk of life, but if someone came knocking on my door, what would me reality show be about?
Colorado 2011
Picture it, me traveling and road tripping across the nation, near and far to take in concerts, sporting events, tv show tapings, and the occasional roadside attraction.
AZ, Spring Training 2004
Some trips would be solo and others would bring in some series regulars from my friends and family. If you've been on a trip with me, watch out... I'll be knocking on your door.
2007 Birthday at the Chiefs
Not wanting to leave Sparky and Jinkies at home, I would have to get an RV for the road trips. They might just become the most well traveled dog and cat this world has ever seen.
Jinkies helping pack 2005
Special guest stars? Yep, we'll have those. It will start out with the typical meet and greet at a concert. I'll join every fan club, look for behind the scene tours, and enter contests to earn that extra edge.
Sugarland meet and greet 2008
With the help of this crazy thing called social media, I'll be able to interact with the 7 people that will be out there tuning in to the zaniness that is sure to ensue during each episode of Event Goers. Maybe even make some direct connections to those at my events.
St. Louis, Skating Nationals 2006
How will the series start? Well, how about a solo trip to SoCal where I hit the San Diego Zoo & Safari, The La Brea Tar Pits, stop in on a former coworker, hike around Vasquez Rocks Park, watch a taping of The Exes, explore the haunted Whaley House, cheer on the San Diego Padres, witness a shark feeding at Birch Aquarium, and take my first redeye flight home. (Not necessarily in that order. Events subject to change.)
Ball of Twine 2004
While I'm out and about, we'll check in with parents who have been tasked to take of the rambunctious Sparky and my brother who stops in to make sure Jinkies hasn't dismantled his automatic feeder.
Sparkster 2010
But would this put an end to my blog? Chances are we'll never know.
I had quite the busy weekend which started Thursday night when I saw David Nail and Little Big Town with my Mom, Cheryl, Kristin, Jim and Theresa. LBT's on their first headlining tour call Tornado! Yes, they've headlined shows I've seen before, but this tour has a name, a set and an awesome light show. The only downside to the evening is that I forgot to bring my camera. My cell phone just doesn't cut it.
I woke up Friday with the goal the following goals; visit the Louisville Slugger Bat Museum and catch Pink in concert for the first time. Despite the time change I hadn't factored in, I had time to do both and stop at a Schimpff's candy shop to pick up some sugar free treats for Grandpa.
People had told me the Louisville Slugger museum was cool, but by the time I got there I wasn't in the best museum state of mind. I'm glad I went, but could have done without the overly energetic softball team that ended up on my tour. I guess 5 hours in a car will do that to you.
They had a special exhibit at the museum and it featured Legos. Here are what I would consider the two coolest items in the collection: 1. Wrigley Field, 2. Stan Musial portrait.
After the museum I checked myself in to my hotel and searched out dinner. Actually, it wasn't a hard decision at all, there was a Waffle House within walking distance. After LBT talked about Waffle House and the Scattered, Covered and Smothered hash browns during their show the night before, I knew I couldn't pass up my first Waffle House experience.
I stopped back to my room to make sure it was no longer 78 degrees. I keep my house at 66 in the winter, so this was a tad warm for me. I had it knocked down to 70, and the fresh air was helping the stale smell in the room.
Off to the concert I went! Against my dislike for parking garages, I did the smart thing and parked in the one that had a crosswalk to the venue (KFC Yum! Center). It was my safest option and I could leave my coat in the car. I scoped out the venue and bought a P!NK souvenir, and soon enough The Hives were on stage. Their music isn't quite for me, but they put on very entertaining show. Those Swedes know how to work a crowd and draw everyone in.
Nest up, P!NK! Words can't explain just how amazing and awesome Pink's show was. I felt like she invited myself and the other 18,000 people (her closest friends) to come party with her while she rocked out on her playground. Definitely a show I wish I could go to twice. Once to take in the spectacular event and the second to capture it on film. I'll admit, it was a bit difficult to do both.
After the show, I was stuck in a parking deck for a good half hour. You would think the wait and drive back to the hotel would help bring me down off of my concert high, but not so much. I don't recall when I actually fell asleep, but I know I woke up earlier than planned (thanks to the dog left alone by his owners in the room across the hall).
It was a rude awaking, but not the end of the world. This allowed for time to drive to Marengo, IN to take a tour of a cave. It would take me a good hour out of the way, plus the exploration time. I'm glad I went off the beaten path. The backgrounds were a nice change of pace and the Dripstone Trail cave tour was a sight to see.
Here's some water in the cave, only about 3 to 6 inches deep. Doesn't look too cool with my flash on.
How's about I don't use a flash? I've never seen such a clear reflection before.
Here's me in the cave. I did learn that even though I'm the shortest one in my family, I'm still too tall for a cave. Glad I only hit my head once.
The part of the cave was the most fun. I don't know why it ever started or why they continue to do it, but the top of the cave in this area is covered with mud and they let people try to get pennies stuck in it. I grabbed 7 lucky pennies from the car and got 3 or 4 to stick.
It was a long and very eventful weekend. So glad Mom and Dad wore out Sparky for me and that I had Sunday to recover from my lack o' sleep.
Oh yeah, here's my little bat friend from the Marengo Caves.
Today was the 2013 fantasy baseball draft for the Sweet Swings of Summer League. We've never drafted our teams this early, so it will be interesting to see which players will still be healthy for the season opener in about a month.
There are some returning Mai Guys and several newcomers that will need to prove themselves. I'm looking forward to the new season to see Mai Guys in action with their current hairdos and teams.
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