Mr. Bean on the Bean Fest

Hello followers! As you know by now, the Navy Bean Fall Festival is just around the corner! Can you believe it? Well, here’s another reason I know it’s super close: my fingers are freezing as I type this, I am wearing wooly warm socks, and I am wrapped in a fleece blanket! Chilly autumn weather can only mean one thing: NAVY BEAN SOUP!!

Today I have invited a special guest to the studio for an interview, and for those of you who are already rolling your eyes, you really already knew I could NOT resist! So, guess who’s here?? Mr. Bean! Heh heh. Now you probably know Mr. Bean doesn’t really talk. That I know of anyway. So I am going to interpret what I am sure is on his mind about our beloved festival. Ready?

NB: Mr. Bean! What a pleasure to have you joining us via satellite from the beaches of Sydney! So glad you could join us! I am sure you are aware of our upcoming Navy Bean Fall Festival in Rising Sun, Indiana. What are your thoughts in general about a festival lauding the wonders of the bean?

MB: Naturally, I celebrate all that is Bean. One day, I hope to make a film about Mr. Bean visiting Rising Sun. It would be a jolly classic, I’m sure!

NB: Would you wear a turkey on your head?

MB: Well, goodness, I bloody hope not! That’s unfavorable humor these days. I was thinking something more like Mr. Bean would explore his inner artist – be part of the artist commune you blokes have in town.

NB: Really? What about playing the harp? Are you aware we have a famous harp artisan in our midst?

MB: Yes, yes I did know! And that is right sophisticated of you! But, oh crikey, no! I’m no musician, and I am right sure Mr. Rees would clobber me about the head!

NB: Ohhh! Mr. Bean! Nobody clobbers anyone here in Rising Sun! We’re pretty friendly folk!

MB: Well, yes, I’ve heard that. Rising Sunners sound like just my cup of tea! Of course, I’d like to pay a visit to that floating casino of yours. Though I’m a bit fearful of spending time at the wonderful pub of yours – by the Legion? – and then I’d end up being detained at Her Majesty’s Pleasure! Well, I guess it would be at Mayor Bill’s pleasure – crazy bloke!

NB: Oh, Mayor Bill! He’d let you out of the pokey! And unfortunately, Mr. Bean, we are out of time!  We’re so grateful you took the time to speak with us today! Enjoy your vacation!

MB: Cheerio, Nadine! Do keep in touch!!

- N. Bean

Drama Bean!

Hello followers! I hope you have bean well. (Heh heh - I love bean humor...) Today, I am going to veer off the topic of beans, but fret not! I haven’t lost my passion for the legume, I just have to tell you a quick story. Ready?

Ok, so the other day, I got an email from a family member, and it alluded to the idea that I might be a tiny bit on the dramatic side. Well, you know how they say your family really knows how to push all the right buttons? I am here to tell you – embrace their critiques! And in this particular instance, I am encouraging ALL of you to embrace your inner drama bean!

For the day, here’s what I want everyone do: If someone tells you something that gets a little under your skin, well then just agree with them. Just to see what happens! Here are some examples:

Your best friend, Lenora, says: Martha, I think you are over-reacting just a smidge. Don’t you think you are being a little dramatic?

Your answer: YES I AM! (and say it with a huge smile – that’s the best delivery.)

Your kid tells you: Mother, I am really worried about your driving. Don’t you think you are driving a bit erratically these days?

Your answer: YES I AM! (and then add that you need extra points for knocking down telephone poles or little old people – like yourself!)

The very nice officer says to you: M’am, do you know how fast you were going? You were speeding.

Your answer: YES I WAS! (and then add with a big smile, I’d like my ticket, please, I’m kind of in a hurry.)

Ok, well, you get the idea? I’d like to hear back from everyone, too. Don’t you just want to see your best friend’s face when you respond? Or your daughter or son?? Oooo - and snap a photo if you can and post it up on the Navy Bean facebook page - that would be even better. Who’s being dramatic now?!! Ha ha!!

Well my point is, sometimes we just need to embrace the moment. So instead of getting mad, show ‘em what you’re made of! There is nothing wrong with being a little feisty now and then, right? As a matter of fact, being feisty is what landed me as the Bean Queen! Who else could make the Navy Bean so much fun?

Oh, and if anyone looks at your cross-eyed and ask what’s gotten into you, tell ‘em Nadine made you do it. And if they have a problem with that, send them to THIS Drama Bean! I’ll set them straight…

-Nadine the Drama Bean

PS: I hope you like the photo. I thought it fit the dramatic theme.