Here's my sample entry for the Ken & Tammy Funniest Vacation Video contest. As you can see, it doesn't matter if you vacation at home like me.
LAKE JULIAN
First time visiting since becoming a daddy. We highly recommend a picnic and play day at Lake Julian.
SOMETHING FISHY
We had a great time taking the little girl to the Georgia Aquarium in Atlanta - which, did you know, is the world's largest aquarium? One thing that puzzled me on our ticket, though. It clearly states "FISHING POLES ARE PROHIBITED". You know there's got to a reason they've got to print that disclaimer!
KEN'S kOBBLER
I don't fancy myself the chef, but my wife and I went to the WNC Farmers Market and got some blackberries, and I made my very first blackberry cobbler. I was amazed at how easy it was too, thanks to Paula Deen's step-by-step instructions. NOTE - instead of peaches, I find it works better to use blackberries in your blackberry cobbler. Take 2 cups of berries, a cup of water and a cup of sugar. Bring to a boil, then simmer 10 minutes before spooning onto the cobbler mixture. You'll have extra syrup - don't use it all, or your cobbler will be too runny. Here's a picture. Yeah, I know most of it's gone. That means it's good.
WHAT TO DO IF YOU SEE BIGFOOT
A man in Cleveland County thinks he spotted Bigfoot (or Knobby, as he calls him). More from the Shelby Star here, including what to do if you see Knobby too.
OOOH, TOMATO!
To those of you who thought my Topsy Turvy Deluxe (as seen on TV) was a waste of money, and that it would be just as easy for me to grow tomatoes the old fashioned way - BEHOLD!
SPLASHVILLE!
We had a great day taking Abby to the new Pack Square Pack. The Splashville splash pad was a huge hit, with plenty of room on the McGuire Green to run around for drying off. Mayor Bellamy calls the park Asheville's living room - I gotta get one of these installed at my house.
TOY TROUBLE
Like many kids her age, my little girl loves Handy Manny. Not being so handy myself, I find I'm learning a lot of things too - like the difference between a wrench and a doohickey. Anyway, the other reason I think it's a great show is that is introduces kids to the Spanish language, and it's been proven that the earlier kids start, the easier it is for them to learn . So we got her "Flicker the Flashlight", but I'm having trouble understanding some of his words. With four years of high school Spanish under my belt, I'm pretty good at recognizing the words meant for pre-schoolers. But Flicker keeps saying something that sounds like "Beyonce!". Either I'm not hearing it correctly, or Flicker's a huge fan of the former Destiny's Child singer. I've tried changing the batteries, and it still sounds like "Beyonce! Beyonce!". If you have this toy, and any suggestions of what word (English or Spanish) Flicker might be saying, please let me know.
MEET A GOAT
Abby and I went to the WNC Nature Center. If you haven't been in a while, it's time for a return trip. We saw the new otter, and Abby helped a goat with an itch. Remember, we give away passes on the air every Friday morning.
ABBY'S IMPRESSIONS
Daddy had a rainy day with the little girl, so I taped Abby doing her best animal impressions, including one of my goofy buddy Eric.
TUESDAY IN THE PARK WITH ABBY
Perfect Daddy-Daughter Day in Fletcher Park.
PARADE OF PLAYHOMES
Thanks to everyone who visited during the WNC Home Expo with the Asheville Home Builders' Association at the Ag Center. Abby had a great time hanging out in those amazing creations that were part of the Parade of Playhomes Auction. It raised $8.400 for the United Way of Asheville-Buncombe County!
WALK A MILE IN HER SHOES
I was quick to point out to News 13's Jason Boyer that boys who dress like him get well-deserved reputations, but at least he was supporting the cause. Thanks to everyone who came out to Prichard Park for Walk A Mile In Her Shoes, supporting Our Voice, the rape crisis center.
PARROT CAN CRY LIKE A BABY
Because I don't hear enough of this at home. Enjoy!
SCARY BIRHTDAY CLOWN
Never want your kid to sleep again? Some parents are hiring this scary clown for children's birhtdays. Not only does he do parties, he spends a week leaving threatening voice mails and post-its, and tries to throw a pie in their face. If he doesn't succeed, the kid gets a free non-in-your-face-pie.
KEN & TAMMY TV
So my buddy Dave at ABC13 shot and produced this 30 second masterpiece. And Mix 96.5's Mike Berlak directed it. Thanks to neither one of those guys for noticing my wonky shirt collar. Anyhoo, sign up for your shot at the Ashley Furniture Key to the Store
EGG HUNT
She searched. She found. She conquered the egg.
DO THESE SHOES MAKE MY BUTT LOOK BIG?
Finally, I'm a pin-up boy! Here's the poster for Walk A Mile In Her Shoes, Me, Asheville Police Chief Bill Hogan, County Commission Chairman David Gantt, City councilman Cecil Bothwell and others will be joining me in high heels April 24th for Our Voice Rape Crisis Center. Get more info here, and vote for which shoes you want me to wear from Tops For Shoes.
ALPHABET PEOPLE
An interesting and slightly disturbing way dancers are teaching us the alphabet. See them form all the letters here.
ABBY BLANKET HEAD
My little girl learned a new trick!
SLIDE RIDE
Abby & Daddy play day on a sunny Sunday in Henderson County.
Tell me what argument you'd take to Jerry Seinfeld's celebrity experts. And follow this link to the Citizen-Times article about a local couple appearing on the show.
MIKE TYSON ON ITALY'S DANCING WITH THE STARS
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WORST VALENTINE'S GIFT EVAR!
Who needs a hug?
SMOKING SNAKE
Some guy who obviously doesn't have a kid, a long honey-do list, or a fear of snakes, taught his reptile to smoke. Smoking's still not cool, kids!
BABY NAME SURVEY
Here's what Parents magazine learned about baby names, after studying the names of youngsters born in 2009.
MY FA VORITE VERSION OF PANTS ON THE GROUND - TO DATE
Performed by DeAngelo Williams of the Carolina Panthers.
WEDDING DRESS AND CAKE IN ONE
If you have one of these at yoru wedding, PLEASE invite me!
SADDEST TOY EVER, OR IMPORTANT EDUCATIONAL PLAYTHING?
Check out the TSA Airport Checkpoint. Would you let you child play with this? Is it an important learning toy because of the state of the world today, or just really sad? (I'm going with answer "b".)
WHAT ARE THE KIDS LISTENING TO?
So after watching Disney Channel's Imagination Movers, I told my wife I thought our daughter might enjoy listenign to some of their songs while we're in the car. But I secretly bought the CD for me. These guys credit their influences as everything from R&B to REM, with lyrics reminding me to be nice to my neighbors and how to make a healthy snack. Can't wait for the next tour. Do you have any of the kids' stuff that's got you hooked? Send me an email, and I'll check it out.
MINISTER FAKES HIS FUNERAL TO EAT CHIPS
Vote for the best home made Doritos commercial that'll air in the Super Bowl. Among your choices - the one from the minister we talked about, who created a spot about a fake funeral.
UKELELE KID
I've got to get my kid a ukelele!
THEY GROW UP SO FAST
My little girl is driving!
HO x 3!
Great to see you at the Asheville Holiday Parade! This is what happens when you refuse to let Tammy ride shotgun!
TRICK OR TREAT
One of these days, my little girl will get me back for this. I'll be in 102 years old, still muttering some Hollywood Trash item about Britney Spears as she's adjusting my antennae on top of my head. Until then, all the fun is mine!
DAISY HEAD
Aunt Tammy bought Abby some festive headgear. She looks thrilled.
BIRTHDAY GIRL
Thanks for your suggestions on how to celebrate my little girl's first birthday. We followed the overwhelming sentiment of keeping it simple - just grandparents, aunts and uncles. And of course, we got the obligatory "Abby Smashing Cake" shot.
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