I’ve got answers.
How many national anthems does [your son] know? - Almost as many as his dad does. I know the American, Canadian, and Guyanese anthems. He only knows part of the Guyanese anthem.
Do you guys sing patriotic songs at home a lot? - We sing everything at home a lot. But yes, he does like things about America, so we do sing patriotic songs a bit.
WHY does [your son] know the canadian national anthem? - Well, because he asked. We told him about how the Star Spangled Banner is the national anthem for America. So then he asked about the national anthem of Canada. I know it from several years of going to hockey games. I think he’s asked about the anthem of Mexico also, but I don’t know that one. If there are any Mexicans (or Mexican expatriates) who read this blog…
anticipated follow-up question
Why Canada and Mexico? - Because they appear on most US maps that we have.
Have you seen Napoleon Dynamite yet? - No.
How’s the weather up there? - Based on what StatCounter says, you’re more northern than I am! But since you asked, we’ve been experiencing some lovely fall weather for the past three weeks or so. The only problem with that is that it’s STILL SUMMER.
How come some states don’t allow for giveaways (like when it says “Except where prohibited”)? - I’m sure there are some legal reasons, but I’m convinced it’s because the contest coordinators have ex girlfriends/boyfriends who live in those states, and they want to stick it to ‘em.
How come my dog won’t pose for my pictures no more? - Though I’ve never had a dog, I actually know the answer to this one. It’s because he’s mad that you made him wear a bandana.
What’s up with Nicolas Cage hair? - I haven’t seen it lately, but men with receding hairlines often make desperate moves.
Did I miss any? Let me know, I’ll get a new list going.
September 9th, 2008
How did your lawn fare this summer?
September 9th, 2008
where’s my gold card?
September 9th, 2008
and cadiz’s, too…
September 9th, 2008
How are the crocs working out so far? Still comfy? Durable?
Any big plans for your upcoming anniversary?
September 9th, 2008
Argh! Where’s my creative drive? I can’t think of any questions.
September 9th, 2008
What happened to your Vole friends? Had any gay ducks in your yard lately?
September 9th, 2008
Why?
September 9th, 2008
And also: why not?
September 9th, 2008
I love it that you anticipated the follow-up question!
You should give yourself an award for excellency in blogging Omar. WHeeeee!
The Mexican National anthem is pretty long and wordy. In 5th grade we had a special class just to learn it. I realized I had been singing some parts wrong. Really wrong ;D
September 9th, 2008
Fun trivia:
Napoleon Dynamite is Napoleón Dinamita en español.
September 10th, 2008
Will the new Large Hadron Collider (particle accelerator) create a black hole capable of swallowing the planet, ending life as we know it?
September 10th, 2008
“How come some states don’t allow for giveaways (like when it says “Except where prohibited”)? ”
That is quite an intelligent question. I too have wondered the same thing (probably because I am intelligent). I tend to believe the latter of your answer…it has to be the ex-girlfriend reason.
I live in Mesa, I can easily find out the Mexican anthem.
September 10th, 2008
Comment. Comment and here comes some more comment…I even typed in my web addy to facilitate, well, anything, I suppose.
Anyway - I am glad to see the open-minded patriotism. I will ask around to find out if Mexico has a national anthem. I live in Calexico and I don’t know if I’ve heard it yet…it may be “Welcome to Hotel California” but I’m not positive…
September 10th, 2008
thanks, becky! i was wondering that myself.
September 10th, 2008
jonathan’s question scares me.
September 10th, 2008
then again, i am in the middle of a book about global alien invasion. i am scared of a lot of things right now.
September 10th, 2008
I think we’re all well aware of your European success in the fashion industry, so what I want to know is, when are you bringing your popular line of Suburban Juggernaut™ apparel state side? And more importantly, will they also come equipped with micro-chips embedded in them that play the national anthem of whichever country is on the shirt tag as sung by your son, just like their European counterparts?
I’m not afraid of the answers.
September 11th, 2008
Why haven’t you seen Napoleon Dynamite yet?
September 11th, 2008
When does your new cologne “Essence Of Omar” hit the stores? Will it be out in time for Christmas? Will you strut around in your skivvies to promote it ala David Backham?
September 11th, 2008
I know the Mexican Anthem!!
La Cucaracha, La Cucaracha………
September 11th, 2008
Why do birds suddenly appear every time you are near?
Why do fools fall in love?
Why do birds sing so GAY?
Why Can’t I Be You?<——-remnants of a former 80’s Cure zealot
September 12th, 2008
OMG Omar! I was cruising facebook when I found this thing:
http://www.new.facebook.com/group.php?gid=6279813134
Check out the group’s main photo.
Did they inadvertently (or not) steal your ninja, or are the pillow ninjas real (if so, where can I get one?)?
September 12th, 2008
I don’t know the mexican national anthem but I know the one for the Dominican Republic. Here is the link http://www.27febrero.com/HimnodeRD.mp3
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Himno_Nacional
I came to your blog from Tori’s blog.
September 13th, 2008
It has been a few days since this post Omar:
1) Have you (all of you) learned the Mexi National Anthem yet? I provided you with the link to it, so I don’t see the delay.
2) Have you (you Omar) watched Napoleon Dynamite? It’s available at all rental stores. There’s really no excuse.
3) The world had not ended yet. But it could end in 2-3 years. What are your plans for that? What will you be doing with your (old) space pen in 2-3 years?
September 14th, 2008
Do you really want to hurt me?
Do you really want to make me cry?
—X
September 14th, 2008
How do I shot web?
How is babby formed?
—X
September 15th, 2008
Happy Anniversary!!!!!!!!!