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Inside the Lines
Instructions: In this game, instead of reading “between the lines”, you must read “inside” the lines to uncover a hidden word or phrase that relates to the designated search topic. The words and/or phrases may or may not be divided by spaces and/or punctuation. Correct capitalization is also not required. All answers are at least four letters long. Example: Search For: Hidden Recording Artists (group or individual)
When he went into the yard, birds were everywhere.
(NOTE: abbreviations such as “R.E.M. are not counted. Also, if the group has a “the” before it, this must be included in order for it to count (i.e. “Band” would not count, but “The Band” would.)
Search For: Hidden Recording Artists (group or individual)
Advice:
1. When you’re up against the wall, flowers are a great way to get out of trouble
2. If you try your best, the doors of opportunity will fly open
3. A great tool of the trade is to breathe from the diaphragm.
4. Always follow your heart
5. When it rains, it pours
6. Once a girl puts on one of those hideous taffeta dresses, their on ‘maiden of honor duty’ for life!
7. When all else fails, try “person to person”
8. If you never clear the air, it will always be thick with tension
9. Anything can be accomplished, as long as you work out the kinks.
10. Always have faith; hills are not mountains and speed bumps are not hills.
Search for: types of trees
The Wood Salesman
1. Customer: “I think you’re trying to sell me a pile of charred wood and sawdust”
2. Salesman: “Listen to me pal, my word is my honor; this is quality firewood”
3. Customer: “I don’t know where you think you’re going with this, but I suggest you get a map, learn how to read it, and go back home!”
4. Salesman: If I do, you will owe me a lot of money!
5. Customer: For what!? You have screwed up in every sense of the word.
6. Salesman: Now c’mon, don’t treat me like a dog. Wood of this quality is hard to come by.
7. Customer: I think the world would be better off if we gathered up all the salesmen and had them locked up in a giant cell.
8. Salesman: I am trying to make peace darn it, what is your problem?
9. Customer: My problem is, you must think I’m either a dumb hick or you think I’ve got money to burn.
10. Salesman: Have it your way. I’m gonna go make these logs into wooden nickels and go on a spending spree
Search for: Titles of TV Shows (Past and Present)
The Review
1. The movie I’m reviewing airs on network TV. It’s about a man forced to meet the pressures of living in early America.
2. In reviewing this week’s movie, I must say to the lead actor: “That wasn’t very good, Tim. Especially since you are supposed to know what you’re doing”
3. I was particularly put off by the scene in which he grabs his grandpa’s sword and starts waving it at everyone for no good reason.
4. There is also a gruesome scene in which the villain finds some stray cats. He picks them up, pets them and then tosses them out the window. Nice.
5. Even though the entire screening room looked all astounded at this display, I sensed that they enjoyed it.
6. While this movie doesn’t exactly make me proud to be an American, I dole my criticism out democratically.
7. And while it’s not exactly a masterpiece, the “at real time” factor was cool, as were some of the special effects.
8. While I think the length could have been cut by a third, watching this movie was not entirely unbearable.
9. The viewing was made more fun by the refreshments provided.
10. Of course, I still wouldn’t want to show it to my wife and kids.
Search For: Well-known American Cities (States not included)
Travelogue
1. First stop, the flower garden; very nice; smells lovely.
2. Next, the beach; where it’s important to look buff, along with looking tan.
3. Now onto the Gazebo. Is everybody following along?
4. Here we are at the tractor pull, which on a moronic level and a couple of beers, is kind of fun
5. Time for land, ocean and sky tour; hang onto your hats!
6. Now a trip to the zoo, which makes me wish Noah would build a new ark.
7. The farm is our next stop. What fun to look at hens, goats and horses!
8. A concert is next on the agenda. Since I couldn’t control the mob, I let myself become part of it.
9. Next stop, the modern art museum, with “art for dummies” as the primary theme
10. As we end our tour of the city I leave you with these three bits of wisdom: Always keep moving, never drop anchor, age is just a number.
Search for: Animals (Remember they must be at least four letters long so “cat” or “pig” would not count)
In The Ring
1. It’s going to be a very interesting night.
2. The animals are riled up and starting to go at it already.
3. They seem willing to grab, bite, kick; whatever it takes.
4. Welcome to Animal/Human Mud Wrestling! Where the animals win every time!
5. First in the ring is king of jungle, Leo. “Pardon me Leo, do you have anything to say?”
6. He merely growled, but I sensed his despair. After all, he is being forced to fight cosmetics executive, Liz Arden.
7. Leo’s as ready as he’ll ever be. Are you?
8. We can either wait for the fight to be overwith or see what’s happening behind the scenes.
9. Or we could just forget this silliness and go home. After all, a man has to have some dignity.
10. Tune in next time for Animal Bungee! See it and believe it!
Search for: food items
Tips for a Romantic Dinner:
1. Order a violin player who knows all her favorite songs.
2. Make sure the music is ready to go at mealtime.
3. Whatever you do, live and eat like there’s no tomorrow.
4. Use candles to keep the romance alive (“real” candles, not birthday candles)
5. Tell her she looks like an angel (a tiny bit of sincerity would be nice too)
6. Select a comfortable, inviting setting.
7. If you see that your tie has a spot, at once, you must rush to the men’s room and wash it off.
8. None of this “when it’s my turn, I pay” stuff. Just pay.
9. Let her pick the time and place; real men know how to defer power.
10. Above all, be “etiquette-aware” and don’t wipe your hands on your pants.
Search For: Hidden Recording Artists (group or individual)
Show and Tell
1. For today’s “Show and Tell”, Amy brought a seashell from her vacation which she kept as a souvenir. Van also brought a seashell, and so did Ricky.
2. Liza brought a “lucky charm”, in the form of a lovely pearl. Jamaica was the source of Mel’s good luck charm; he brought a Jamaican coin given to him by his father.
3. Sammy brought a postcard from his visit to Little Rock, Arkansas.
4. Ivan, Hal, Enrique and Joe all brought their favorite action figures.
5. Billy, the class clown, brought some of those nasty x-rated movies. He got in trouble.
6. Plus, after he got on the bus, he got harassed all the way home.
7. But no matter what you say about Billy, I do like him a lot.
8. There is no doubt in my mind that he will grow up to be a comedian.
9. After all, he is extremely funny!
10. I can hardly wait until Tuesday’s Show and Tell – I wonder what he’ll do next?
Search For: Cereal
The Concert Critic
1. We are here today to talk about the widely publicized “concert for charity”
2. Even in this raw heat, I estimate the turnout will be enormous
3. Although for the life of me, I don’t know why anyone would want to be here.
4. I wish I had some tickets to scalp. Habits like that are hard to break.
5. The first performer, Cara, is in brand new leather pants.
6. Her rich ex-husband is her manager.
7. The next band sings their big hit, “honey, comb your hair, you look like crap!”
8. The singer, Berry Goode, sucks. When the crowd starts to boo, Berry starts to cry.
9. He’s probably just trying to get lucky. Charm somebody who cares!
10. Finally the show is over! Although I am tempted to cheer, I ostensibly maintain my decorum.
Search For: John Travolta Movies
Self Help Advice
1.The key to life is not just staying alive, but feeling alive!
2. When you’re broke, narrow down the best alternatives to reversing that situation.
3.When you face offers of temptation, use your inner strength to resist them.
4.It is vitally important to always keep one’s word. Fishing for the truth then becomes unnecessary.
5.All of the experts agree that a positive attitude is essential.
6.Although nobody is perfect, we can all strive to be.
7.Jealousy is an evil ogre; as evil as the devil himself.
8.Always try to wear as many different “hats” as possible; beret, turban, cowboy hat, sombrero, etc.
9.No matter how irritated you are at your partner, never get short; you will only make matters worse.
10.Anyone who carries himself with confidence will succeed.
Search For: Kitchen Appliances
Time Travel
1. In order to travel through time, first, overcome your fear of the unknown.
2. If you do, traveling through time will become your true love, now and forever.
3. Of course, no matter how many portals you can open, errors are still possible.
4. This is because time is not arranged in an ordered pattern.
5. If you make an error in time travel, you’re toast; errors are not allowed.
6. Unless of course, you mix error with good luck and something incredible happens.
7. Just remember, the energy of space is neg. but the world is pos., although this has yet to be proven.
8. Still, if you run out of juice, refuel before going into space.
9. Also be sure to bring a cup of coffee; make real sure it’s not decaf – you need to be alert.
10. Final advice; Bring plenty of food, process errors immediately, and wear your seatbelt.
Search For: Flowers
The Argument
1. Frieda and Phil O’Dendron were having an argument.
2. They were arguing about buying a car. National Crisis? I think not.
3. “I risked my life for you! You can’t even let me get the car I want?” she yelled
4. When he told her to “Beg on” I absolutely lost it.
5. But she rose to the occasion and told him off.
6. The one thing you’ve got going for you, Frieda, is your nerve.
7. “I cook your dinner, I wash your pots and pans, you do nothing!” she exclaimed
8. “But I want a car that goes faster!” Phil demanded.
9. “Okay, fine, forget me. Not that what I want ever matters anyway.” Frieda began to cry.
10. Right then he knew she’d won. It was either give in, or sleep on the porch (I’d rather sleep on the porch)
Search for: Movie Titles
15 Minutes of Fame
1. Reality television is a strange phenomenon.
2. In order to analyze this situation, we must first analyze the people who participate.
3. It’s amazing that people will, for cash, allow half of America watch them undress.
4. Although that one guy was a funny lad, you have to admit.
5. The way that he jerked people around was awesome!
6. I don’t think that he masked his dark side very well though.
7. He got all bent out of shape when that girl interrupted him.
8. Then he screamed at the cameramen to get out of his face.
9. And when he got bitten by that spider, man, did he freak out!
10. Although it may seem shallow, we entertain ourselves by seeing others suffer.
Search for: Furniture
Flying Lesson?
1. When it comes to vehicles and such, airplanes are the safest way to travel.
2. So don’t be afraid to fly. Just have a cold Eskimo pie!
3. See, so far, everything is going great!
4. You can even put the Eskimo pie on my tab; let me take care of everything.
5. Once you’re in the air, you must address erroneous fears head on.
6. Soon the stewardess will bring you a Rueben, chips and a Coke.
7. But don’t get to curious about the structure of the plane.
8. If they say something you don’t want to hear, it’s too late to go back.
9. If you fly on the right nights, tandem skydiving is allowed.
10. And skydiving is more fun than winning the Lotto, man!
Search for: Fruits
Opera for Alkies
1. Going to the opera is incredibly different today; beer is now being served in the lobby.
2. The beer is on tap, please line up to the right.
3. Stay within the rope area.
4. Inside the rope, each person must be in single file.
5. Stay in single file, money in hand.
6. Once you’ve paid the man, go to the left and get out of the way.
7. If there is chaos, we may ban an alcohol at the opera for good.
8. If you get pushed, you must avert anger in every way.
9. This will help run everything smoothly.
10. There is no reason for anger to get the best of you. Thank for your patronage
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The Sermon
1. One man’s pain is another man’s pleasure
2. Always stop to help an urchin or wayward soul.
3. Even an urchin always has a soul worth saving.
4. If in landing, you falter, learn to fly again.
5. When we don’t follow our hearts, we deny our faith.
6. There are no longer many reasons not to believe.
7. Search for the truth, and whatever you find, I am sure it will make you happy.
8. Can a day pass when you don’t question your existence?
9. As long as hope runs beside you, you will never fall.
10. Faith is vital; you cannot succeed without it.
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Good Morning Farmerica
1. Our guest today is Bo Buck Benson; a goat farmer from Hammermil, KY; way down south.
2. He has brought along a tin can, a goat named “Ruth” to kick it, Katherine (his wife) and Emma Jean (his daughter).
3. Ever since she was a baby, Ruth has been Bo Buck’s favorite goat
4. From the moment she was born he knew she was like no other; she yearned for alife in the city.
5. One time she ran away and the local marshal had to bring her home.
6. She had made it all the way to 5th Avenue.
7. But almost getting hit by a car mellowed her out some.
8. She also got in mounds of trouble, which is why she is being forced to perform her today.
9. But when payday comes around, she’ll be glad.
10. After all, she’s making 100 grand for appearing today!
Search for: Sit-Com Titles (Past and Present
The Reporter
1. Today a bit of a conflict arose in Feldman’s Market.
2. A man tried to rob the store while his friend stood guard outside.
3. When the store owner pulled a gun, the robber screamed, “Go Ahead! Just Shoot Me!”
4. In an attempt to negotiate a deal, I ceremoniously offered an exclusive story to the robber.
5. If there’s one thing I’ve learned as a reporter, you can only placate locos by appealing to their egos.
6. I learned it from some wannabe witch editor I used to work for.
7. Knowing so well how to avert this theft in progress, I began to interview the robber.
8. I was right of course; he was loco; aching for media attention and affection
9. But I averted the robbery, which made me happy. Days like this make me glad I’m a reporter.
10. Signing off, this is Megan Murphy, Brownsville Tennessee.
Search for: Items of clothing
The Fashion Seminar
1. This seminar will cover all sorts of topics re: fashion
2. The first item we will address is color.
3. Red is perfect when going to the opera, playing blackjack etc.
4. While orange can set the mood ablaze, red is still the hottest color.
5. Not to skirt the issue of color, but it’s time to move onto fabric.
6. Most man-made fabrics lack sufficient elegance.
7. It is best to use an organic material, natural fiber, etc.
8. The best fashion is glamorous and also simple.
9. Just remember to find a style that suits your need.
10. After all, a bad fashion day can scar for life.
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