This is the first time I’ve seen Phil in action. Actually, it seems his full name is “Punxsutawney Phil.” I feel bad saying this, but it is a silly ceremony. It was snowing while they put Phil on the podium. Phil sat there, while they all looked at him. One of the guys stared him down, face to face, and before Phil could get antsy — it was determined that Phil had seen his shadow.
6 more weeks of winter…
Keep those shovel handy.
Good news for Phil. He’s got a job for life. I wonder if someone in his family takes over in the future.
WHAT? I’m just wondering. How does that all work?
Oh, when the ceremony was over they played the “Pennsylvania Polka” song. That was nice. Made me think of Oktoberfest in Munich.
I can’t get the song out of my mind, still waltzing around!
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I find it funny the German origin of this ritual used a badger, not a groundhog. Pretty sure the Germans didn’t hold the badger in their arms the way the Pennsylvanians do the groundhog. Better to watch that bad boy from a distance and simply watch whether he goes back into his hole or not. Badgers eat other animals so I’m guessing they have a pretty good mouthful of teeth!
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They probably use a groundhog now because he’s softer and won’t bite. That groundhog is cute… little old Phil!
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It is silly, but I feel like we all need a bit of silliness from time to time. I’d polka with you. 💕💗💕
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Oh good, I thought I was the only one who liked polka music. I like the German chicken dance too. Not sure what that song is called. Hey, get ready — below zero temps on Sat/Sun. Make sure you have groceries!
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Aw, I hate going to the grocery store. Unfortunately, there are a few things I need, so I’ll try to make it a quick trip. Stay warm.
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We have a Staten Island groundhog. They were afraid of the snow so they prerecorded him a few days before😆
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Ah… did he look cute?
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Very much so
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I went and saw the clip. It was funny, Chuck/ground hog said an early spring. Phil said 6 more weeks of winter. They must be ground hog cousins, covered on BOTH sides with prediction. LOL
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😉
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I watch Groundhog Day every (uhh) Groundhog Day. Well, I have for the last 5-6 years anyway.
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Good idea – love that movie! Have you ever watched, “My Cousin Vinny?” I like to watch that every year. Never get tired of it.
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Yes, I’ve seen My Cousin Vinny a time or two.
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