Home for the Holidays with Howdy - FINAL DAY - Round will stay open til event ends. Results will be posted in the CD after.
http://www.menewsha.com/img/41005/61...fbafde8f2e.png (Banner by zigbigadorlube. [:)]) Do you feel it? That chill in the air? Yes my friends, winter is coming. And you know what that means. ... No, not the Starks, silly. Winter, for those of us in the northern hemisphere [ninja], means the holidays are here again. And no matter how much we grow up, no matter how far we move away, we always go home for the holidays. And home means family. |
http://www.menewsha.com/img/43187/d4...17ebb66528.png If it seems confusing at first, don't worry. It's easy. Easier than I was on my first date with jelly. ... What could I do? She bought me cake. Each round you will be presented with a certain aspect of your return home. You will be given ten lettered options to choose from. These options range from best to worst, and carry a point value. +10 the best, down to +1 the worst. You will not know which option you've chosen until the round is over. The points will accumulate throughout the rounds and those at the end with the most win. STEP-BY-STEP HOW TO:
Only one account per person is allowed to play. The exception being staff approved charity mules, who may play for their charities. http://www.menewsha.com/img/43187/7c...2db52797c8.png Q. I've already chosen a letter, but i'd like to change my pick. What do I do? A. Just ping me, stating your new letter choice and i'll make sure it's noted. Q. I'd like to see the current score tally, but there doesn't seem to be a post for it. A. I've outsourced the tallying to elves. The kind that live in a hollow tree. They will be keeping track of scores behind the scenes. Y'know, when they're not making me cookies. --- But if you'd like to know your score, you're free to keep track of it yourself. [;)] Q. So what exactly do we win? A. My undying affection. [kiss] ... No, not really. Prizes are, for now, a secret. Q. Can I have a coookie? A. Sure, when you get your own elves. [roll] |
http://www.menewsha.com/img/43187/fc...a56a1002cb.png Night has fallen and the holiday is winding down. Tomorrow you're returning home. But before then, you'll spend the evening having quality time with your loved ones. But will this create fond memories, or ones you'd rather forget? http://www.menewsha.com/img/43187/a9...da50e357a2.jpg Copy, paste and fill out form to play. Quote:
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http://www.menewsha.com/img/43187/bc...11117a33d8.png Gift boxes lay open. Wrapping paper litters the floor. Receipts are quietly exchanged. Present time is over. Now we move on to food! Bring on the feast! But will your holiday meal be delicious or malicious? http://www.menewsha.com/img/43187/77...4523c6e026.jpg B +10 Points Now there’s home cooking and then there’s home cookin’. Your mom must be the best cook in the world, and boy does she put out quite the spread during the holidays. Turkey, ham, mashed potatoes, gravy, chestnut stuffing, roasted squash, sweet carrots and green beans and a whole host of desserts. As you sit down at the dinner table with you family, you’re filled with a warmth you just can’t find anywhere else. http://www.menewsha.com/img/43187/f0...426e326eb2.jpg I +9 Points It’s been decided that this year’s dinner will be a potluck. Mom provides the turkey. Grandma makes a sumptuous beef wellington. Dad fries up some fish he caught earlier in the week. Grandpa mixes up the eggnog. You, Melinda and Tommy work together to make the sides. Aunt Dale fills the credenza with cookies and pies, while Uncle Lewis prepares a traditional figgy pudding. Chad surprises everyone with a delicious vegetable stew and even little Tabitha makes cupcakes with help from her mom. It’s nice to see everyone contributing, it adds a special touch to your holiday meal. http://www.menewsha.com/img/43187/9d...cb3d9de8b5.jpg G +8 Points Nothin’ says lovin’ like what comes out of mom’s oven, but unfortunately Mom’s decided she’d like to take it easy this holiday season. This year’s dinner will be professionally catered. It’s quite the feast, to be sure, and undeniably delicious, but seems to lack that special, quality home cooked magic. http://www.menewsha.com/img/43187/02...eac9be9a4c.jpg C +7 Points When you think of traditional holiday meals, you tend to imagine turkey, ham and all the trimmings. But this year Mom wants to go outside tradition. She and Dad recently did some traveling, and she’d like to give dinner an international flare. Hangikjöt from Iceland. Portuguese salted cod. Slovakian kapustnica. Tabouleh and baba ganoush. A yummy looking French bûche de Noël and much more. It’s unusual and definitely not what you’re used to, but still tastes really good. http://www.menewsha.com/img/43187/c7...1599ee0069.jpg E +6 Points If there’s one time of year you shouldn’t have to worry about calories, it’s the holidays. Sadly, Mom didn’t seem to get that memo. She’s goin’ healthy this season. No creamy mashed potatoes or rich gravy. No decadent cakes or pies. Nope, this year’s meal consists of poached turkey breast with rosemary roasted potatoes. Parsnip mash and lentil salad. And a gingered angel food cake for dessert. – Now don’t get it wrong. It all tastes good, it’s just not what you were hoping for. http://www.menewsha.com/img/43187/52...f38cddf2be.jpg H +5 Points Your trip home was filled with visions of all the tasty things you were going to nom; none of which included eating frozen dinners in front of the TV. “Well, I’m just so busy this time of year, honey.” Mom explained. “I simply didn’t have time to whip up a proper meal.” Sigh. The food is unquestionably subpar, but you have to admit, there’s something special about all of you sitting round the television, watching Chilly the Snowman’s Non-Specific All Inclusive Holiday Special. It’s kinda nice. ... Kinda. http://www.menewsha.com/img/43187/59...c15bf276c9.jpg A +4 Points Your sister may be many things, but she is definitely not domestically inclined. She has a maid to clean her house, and a cook to prepare her meals. But every once in a blue moon, Melinda decides she wants to do something herself. And regrettably, for you and yours, that something is now the holiday dinner. You all approach the table like condemned men being led to the gallows. On the surface, the food appears mostly edible, but taking a bite proves slightly less so. Instinct would have you push your plate away, but Melinda was so earnest in her effort that the family simply soldiers on with a smile. http://www.menewsha.com/img/43187/d6...1cb10de90b.jpg J +3 Points Juicy turkey. Delectable ham. Rolled pork with cranberries. It all could have been yours. It should have been yours. It would had been yours… had not the refrigerator broken down and spoiled all the food inside. “We’ll just have to make do with what we have.” Mom says. This means a smorgasbord of canned goods. And try as you might, you just can’t trick your brain into thinking canned spaghetti is turkey. http://www.menewsha.com/img/43187/ad...11e852933a.jpg D +2 Points Dinner was supposed to be extra special this year. Only yesterday did they deliver Mom’s brand new stove, and she was so excited at the prospect of christening it with the holiday meal. “This is pretty fancy.” You say. “Did you read the manual?” – She chuckles. “Oh sweetie, I think I know how to work an oven.” But the stove proved more complicated than she thought, and what resulted was a burned disaster. “I guess we’ll have to order out.” Dad say. – “Oh, no!” Mom says, crossly. “I busted my back making this dinner, and you’re all going to eat it!” So dig in. It’s only marginally more flavorful than eating charcoal. http://www.menewsha.com/img/43187/7a...3c3277bad8.jpg F +1 Point You don’t know what happened. It all looked so good. It all looked so perfect! You couldn’t remember when you had a better nosh. But it started with Grandpa Frank. A loud rumbling erupted from his belly and, wide eyed, he hurried away from the table. You all wondered what the deal was, when a growl sounded from Melinda’s stomach. Then Tommy’s and Uncle Lewis’. Then it hit you, the pain. Oh god, you need to get to a bathroom, fast! It’s… It’s… It’s food poisoning! The family retreats to their respective homes and spends the next few hours glued to their respective toilets, each a sweaty, quivering mess. Entries |
http://www.menewsha.com/img/43187/69...91d6810a3d.png The first step in going home for the holidays is figuring how you'll actually get there. You have quite a ways to travel, and time is of the essence. Let's hit the road. But will your trip be enjoyable or deplorable? http://www.menewsha.com/img/43187/ba...9dbb80eba4.jpg StoryEntries |
http://www.menewsha.com/img/43187/3c...7e345a8fc4.png You've traversed the miles and made your way home. Time now to reconnect with the loved ones and discover which of your family members you'll be shopping for. But be warned, some are easier to buy for than others. http://www.menewsha.com/img/43187/60...0608a9badd.jpg StoryEntries |
http://www.menewsha.com/img/43187/73...4264ccd611.png You've crossed the distance, seen the family and now you're right knackered. You have a big day of shopping tomorrow, but before then it's time for some well deserved rest. But wait, where are you staying? ... And with whom? Roll the bones, my friend, and hope you can find a comfy bed. http://www.menewsha.com/img/43187/a9...512bc4c9e3.jpg StoryEntries |
http://www.menewsha.com/img/43187/f7...7134dc1c12.png You've had your rest and a new day has dawned. Time to break out your wallet and feed the bloated machine of capitalism. Your next destination...The mall! But returning to your hometown stomping grounds offers the opportunity to meet some old familiar faces. Will you receive a warm welcome or an icy reception? http://www.menewsha.com/img/43187/fc...6b5cd8e6c3.jpg StoryEntries |
http://www.menewsha.com/img/43187/1a...3c505d224b.png Gift giving is a two sided coin. On the one hand it's nice to make others happy. But in turn, buying them can be a real pain in the ass. Regardless, it's time to brave the crowds and do some shopping. But what will your experience be like? Are you in luck, or are you f... Uh, never mind. http://www.menewsha.com/img/43187/78...f0e6cb2bfc.jpg StoryEntries |
http://www.menewsha.com/img/43187/79...978173e847.png It's what we've been waiting for, folks. You've made your way home, withstood a raging sea of holiday shoppers and, most harrowing, dealt with your family. But the big day is finally here. And we begin the festivities with... presents! Who drew your name and what did they give you? Open it quick, we all want to see! http://www.menewsha.com/img/43187/f3...79c956ee3c.jpg StoryEntries |
http://www.menewsha.com/img/43187/00...2811430cb8.png Gift boxes lay open. Wrapping paper litters the floor. Receipts are quietly exchanged. Present time is over. Now we move on to food! Bring on the feast! But will your holiday meal be delicious or malicious? http://www.menewsha.com/img/43187/e2...3cde4162d8.jpg StoryEntries |
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Today is Day One. How will I get home?
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Today is Day One. How will I get home?
I Choose Letter: G |
Today is Day One. How will I get home?
I Choose Letter: G |
Yay, the event is up!
And i've already attracted some Halloweenies! ... Oh wait, it's not Halloween. Um... I've already attracted some Christmasses. ... Yeah, that's not so flattering. [ninja] ... [insane] |
Today is Day One. How will I get home?
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Today is Day One. How will I get home?I Choose Letter: Gizzie chooses letter G^.^
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Today is Day One. How will I get home?
I Choose Letter: D ---------- Post added 12-22-2014 at 08:31 PM ---------- Quote:
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Today is Day One. How will I get home?
I Choose Letter: E |
Today is Day One. How will I get home?
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Hi Howdy! This looks like fun! [eager]
Today is Day One. How will I get home? I Choose Letter: Capital I, Capital I |
Today is Day One. How will I get home?
I Choose Letter: E please! ♥ |
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