"Don't Raise The Dead Deer!"

I was watching a movie the other day. It was from the "Tales of Avonlea" video series by Disney. It's a few movies about Avonlea after Anne (from "Anne of Green Gables") leaves the town. In one episode, the children's grandmother was visiting (yes, I know. I don't remember their names) and one of the little girls - ummm, we'll call her "Polly" - said in reply to Grandma, "I'll get it for you!!!" Loud.Loud.Loud. Then Grandma, being grouchy and old - excuse me, grouchy and elderly said to "Polly", "Goodness child! Don't raise the dead, dear!" But I, being the person I am, thought she meant something different than what she said. Yes, in my brain, I thought she said "Don't raise the dead DEER." Totally different. Totally. I thought it was hilarious, especially since such a refined and elderly lady was saying it, and I couldn't wait for a chance to say it myself. (I love repeating funny quotes:) I have a little sister. Three actually, and they all (especially one in particular, not mentioning any names Emma) are quite loud sometimes. So I'm always telling them to quiet down. Now I had a new way of saying that to Emma - I mean them! I was anticipating when my big moment would come. When I would get to say such a Shakespear-y line. I could just imagine saying, "Emma, dont raise the dead deer!!" But alas, all good things come to an end (or so they say) and it finally dawned on me - she said "DEAR! D-E-A-R!!!" It made so much more sense. I lol-ed (fyi, I have just decided that that means "laughED out loud). But I will still quote that line - or misquote it anyway:) Have a great week! And be sure to quote your favorite silly lines!

~Madi