December 2007 Archives

You know what we’re wearing tonight? Black Tuxedos! All of us! With tails and white shirts. I’m telling you, Jug and I have never looked so good!

You know the best part? It’s winter, right? So, Ronnie got us all Under Armour (thin cold weather gear) to wear under our tuxedoes so we don’t freeze while we’re playing! Ronnie, you’re the best. J

This is gonna be GREAT!

Have a SAFE New Year’s Eve, Everybody! I’ll see you all next year (actually that’s tomorrow.)

Hey BBs

I am so sore... I guess you all heard what Archie did.  I mean, it was a good thing and all, but I wish he would have asked me before he volunteered the both of us. I didn't have anything going on, but I might have said no anyway… (I’ll bet that's why he didn't ask.)  You know physical labor and Juggy are kind of like water and oil.  

Archie's car will never be the same. Do any of you know how sticky an old Christmas tree is? Tree sap – Ugh! All sorts of things are stuck to Arch’s car – soda cans, fast food wrappers, leaves - it looks like a moving trash can. 

Well I'm going to take a hot shower, eat a hot meal, and then hit the couch for a LONG NAP.

Hi Gang

Juggy and I had a busy day and we are BUSHED (pardon the pun).  HeHeHe!  Oh, back to what we did - the local hatchery (the place that raises fish) was looking for volunteers to ride around town and collect after-Christmas trees.  The real ones – not the fake - those you can store in the attic.

I thought this sounded like fun, so I volunteered me and Jug.  I mean, all we've been doing since Christmas is practicing for the New Year's Eve gig.  I thought getting outside and doing our community a service would be a good thing. 

So, we rode around town and picked up trees that were sitting by the curb. Then we hauled them all back to the hatchery. Then THEY will put them in boats, drive them out to the middle of the lake and then sink them for fish habitat. Pretty cool. 

I hope someone got a picture of my car.  At one time, we had seven trees tied to it.  It looked like a moving forest.

We did have a great time; all our gas was paid for plus we both got a $10 gift certificate to Pop's, which always comes in handy.

Well time to leave... band practice!

Here's Hoping You Have A HAPPY NEW YEAR. 

Your Pal

Archie

Jug and I ran into Ronnie at the mall (where else would you find Ronnie after Christmas?!?) Guess what? She’s booked us to play Riverdale’s First Night Celebration! We’re the featured attraction, too!

This is gonna be a blast, but she’s right. We do have a TON of work to do. Jug and I are taking care of rounding up the crew today. Reggie and Betty are choosing material. And Ronnie? What do you think Ronnie is doing? She’s shopping for something for us to wear! LOL

It’s gonna be an exciting weekend in Riverdale! What do you have planned? LMK

It was an awesome Christmas. I think fun was had by one and all.

I do have to say Archie’s Gift was the best ever. Everyone seemed to enjoy my popcorn – and the cookies I baked. They were delicious; good thing for me I baked extra.

I think I’ll head to the mall. The Christmas candy should be marked down by now. Think I’ll pick some up… and maybe one of those cheese and sausage baskets, too. My work is never done.

 This might have been my best Christmas ever! I got some really great gifts. Juggy’s Cookies were simply the best ever. I even got a very cool pair of red and green striped socks from Reg which was a total surprise, since he already gave me a CD at my Movie Party.

I hope YOUR Christmas was a nice as mine. So, what’d ya get? LMK.

Sunday night was Wonderful… with It’s a Wonderful Life.

Everyone had a great time… I was in heaven with Betty snuggled up to me on one side and Ronnie on the other.

They laughed, they cried and sang… Plus we all had a lot of Christmas goodies.

Jughead’s popcorn was THE BEST.

The whole thing was so much fun we ran the movie twice… and it’s a long movie.

Merry Christmas to all my Bloggy Buddies Your Pal

Archie

P.S. Thanks, Jayanna, for catching that!

 I’m making huge batches of like 12 different cookies based on the 12 days of Christmas. Plus I’ve been popping a ton of popcorn. (The first 3 batches got consumed by me, so I had to make more. J) I have buttered, cinnamon, caramel, chocolate, and kettle popcorn, all ready for Archie on Sunday night.

I’m not sure what it’s all about. He asked me not to read his comments but assured me I would have a great time.

Well back to Baking.

So here are the details of my Gift to the Gang:

This Sunday night I’m renting the Riverdale Movie Theater for a private showing of "It’s a Wonderful Life". (I also had to find and rent the movie in large screen format.)

Jughead will pop a ton of Gourmet Popcorn, and there will be free soda and special Christmas candy for all.

I’ll be hosting and sitting front row center with Betty on one side and Ronnie on the other… everyone else can sit where the like.

Wish me luck. I’m hoping everything goes smooth.

I thought I was going to have to give you another clue, but after reading your comments, I don’t think you’re gonna need it! Anyone else want to venture a guess? Go ahead. You still have time…

Archie

Hi Blogger Buddies

I know, I know… Betty usually covers “all things recipe” – but hey, I’m a food connoisseur, so technically this falls in my area of expertise, too.

I’m searching for the perfect Christmas Cookie Recipe. That’s what I’m giving everyone for Christmas this year, a BIG platter of Christmas Cookies.

Now I already know a few good Christmas Cookie recipes – we made several batches last week in my Gourmet Cooking class. Here are a couple of my favorites:

Almond Cream Spritz

Makes about 60

1 cup butter, softened
1 (3-ounce) package cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 teaspoon almond extract
1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups all-purpose flour
finely chopped almonds

Preheat oven to 375 F. Beat butter and cream cheese in a large mixing bowl with an electric mixer on medium speed for 30 seconds. Add sugar, almond extract, and vanilla; beat till combined. Stir in flour. Cover and chill dough for 30 minutes or until easily worked but not too stiff. Pack dough into a cookie press. Force dough through press onto ungreased cookie sheets. Sprinkle with almonds. Bake 8 to 10 minutes or until edges of cookies are firm but not brown. Allow to cool on baking sheet one minute then remove to wire racks to cool completely.

Whipped Shortbread

1 pound butter
1 cup powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla
pinch salt
1/2 cup cornstarch
3 cups all-purpose flour

Preheat oven to 350 F. Cream together butter, icing sugar, vanilla and salt. Gradually add cornstarch and flour. Whip with an electric mixer until fluffy. Place into a cookie press and press out cookies on cool baking sheet. Decorate with candied cherries if desired. Bake 12-15 minutes. Let cool for 2 minutes on baking sheet, then remove to wire rack to cool completely. Store in an airtight container at room temperature.

I know some of you are great – borderline brilliant – cooks, so I thought you might like to help me. I’m looking for that perfect cookie recipe - one that screams “Merry Christmas” – so if you have it, send it to me. I’ll make them for all my friends – and my Gourmet Cooking class, too.

Thanks

Juggy

I just wanted to thank you guys for all your support. It’s been, well… kinda weird around here this week. You know, I like to keep a low profile, so being the center of attention – make that controversy – is new for me.

I did an interview for the newspaper, and 2 of the local TV stations this week. And the mayor has proclaimed next Tuesday, The Original Jughead Jones Day here in Riverdale. I hope there’s not a parade, but I wouldn’t turn down a free meal.

I’m ready to get back to normal stuff – like Christmas. Speaking of Christmas, Archie has asked for my help. He wants me to pop several different types of gourmet popping corn for next weekend.

That’s all he would say. Sorry, I tried to weasel the details out of him but he was tight-lipped as a clam.

Oh well, if Arch is planning it, I bet it will be fun.

Juggy

You guys are getting warmer. Here is your next hint:

It will not be at anyone’s house.

Hint #1: It will happen Sunday Night, December 23.

Hint #2: It is something my friends are being invited to.

Hint #3: There is going to be some kind of food... and it will POP.

Hint #4: It’s an old Christmas Movie.

Hint #5: It won’t be at anyone’s house. That’s the biggest piece of the puzzle.

Your Pal

Archie

That’s what I think about all this “dynamic new Jughead flap.” Yeah, I saw it; I’ve been following the trades all week. In case you’ve been asleep in a cave somewhere and missed it, I’m talking about the big announcement over on the News Blog

So, last night we (the whole gang) had an informal little chat at Pop’s. You ALL remember the hysteria last year that ensued when SOMEONE over at Corporate decided to give Betty & Veronica a brand new look. Poor girls, they were upset for MONTHS. (You all remember that, too.)

After carefully weighing the situation and remembering how all of our loyal fans (YOU) responded to B&V’s ordeal, I’ve decided to take the high road and simply not let this announcement get me down. That’s right, I’m going to ignore the whole thing until it goes away. And it will… eventually.

I have many many other positive things going on in my life to think about other than how some artist chooses to portray me. Like gourmet cooking class, and Christmas, and food. Mostly food.

So everyone chill – for I, Jughead Jones, will always be here.

Jug

P.S. You know, we never did find out who that sneaky rat was at Corporate who started this whole makeover mess…

Hi guys! Arch here.

Boy, some of you are getting real close. J

First, I will let you know the things you’ve guessed right. These are just partial guesses; no one has guessed the whole can of worms yet.

It is a party of sorts.

We will have popcorn.

Here is your next hint: 

It does have to do with a movie. But which one? Bonus hint: It’s an old one and it is Christmassy.

Hint #1: It will happen Sunday Night, December 23.

Hint #2: It is something my friends are being invited to.

Hint #3: There is going to be some kind of food... and it will POP.

Hint #4: It’s an old Christmas Movie.

Have Fun!

Your Pal

Archie

I've got the food and drinks all lined up. That's your next hint:

There will be food… of a sort.

Hint #1: It will happen Sunday Night December 23^rd.

Hint #2: It is something my friends are being invited to.

Hint #3: There is going to be some kind of food... bonus hint: it will POP.

Your Pal 

Archie 

Betty told me to think outside the box this year for Arch’s birthday, so that’s exactly what I did. You guys inspired me with all sorts of help, too, which I’m going to put to good use for Christmas.

So, this is what I did for Archie’s birthday. You know how he likes to run cross country. Well, he runs around Riverdale even after cross country is over, right on through winter.

So, I got him a hat and some socks to wear when it’s freezing. They’re made out of some new hi-tech material Dilton told me about that totally blocks the cold. I put them on and stood in Pop Tate’s walk-in freezer for 15 minutes. They really work!

Arch loved them. He said he’s gonna try them out tomorrow morning; it’s supposed to be 19 degrees in Riverdale. Brrrrrr! I’m stayin’ indoors.

Have a great weekend,

Jug

Yeah, it’s my birthday. Thanks for all the good wishes! This must be one of the reasons blogging is so popular – everyone stops by to say “HI” on your birthday!

I got my first present early this morning – before the sun was even up! Betty drove over here before school to give it to me. You know what it was? A Hawaiian shirt with coconut shell buttons! COOL!! She got it for me when she and Ronnie went to Hawaii last summer and she’s had it this whole time.

I have it on good authority that someone else has a birthday today, too. I’ll bet you thought I forgot. Not a chance!

Happy Birthday, Pureheart!!!

I hope YOUR day is as good as I know mine is going to be.

Another Year Young,

Archie

Okay, so my first clue was kinda vague. Let’s see if this helps:

I am writing special Christmas Gift Invitations tonight.

That’s right – my gift is something I'm inviting my friends to.

Hint #1: It will happen Sunday Night December 23.

Hint #2: It is something my friends are being invited to.

Your Pal

Archie 

 
Hi Gang
 
You know I’ve been struggling with what to get Betty & Veronica for Christmas this year. (Of course you know – you’ve been giving me great gift ideas.)

You will be happy to know that inspiration struck me last night. I KNOW WHAT TO GET THEM! Today, I’m going to start putting together the perfect Christmas gift - not only for Betty & Veronica - but the whole gang! 

I will be dropping hints for the next week or so about my gift. Everyone who guesses it correctly will get a personal Bloggy Christmas Card from me. :)
 
Here is the first hint:
Everyone will get my gift Sunday night, December 23.
 
Oh yeah, I’m feeling that old Christmas spirit now!

Your Pal
 
Archie
 
PS. Watch my blog for more hints!

Hi All! Juggy here. 

I don't mind telling you – since we’re all Bloggy Buddys - that I'm having a very hard time finding the right birthday gift for my best friend, Archie.  I mean, it’s right here on the eve of Christmas and everything.  The timing is really bad. I already have a Christmas gift for him but I'm coming up blank for a birthday gift.

I talked to Betty. She told me to “think outside the box.” I’m not even thinking INSIDE the box this year, so any help would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks Ahead of Time.

Jughead 

 Hi Blog Buds

The dessert Gaston showed me how to make was the best ever.

AND NOW…

… I know how to make it. I’m way too excited about this. I can’t wait to dazzle my fellow chefs-in-training with my culinary prowess.

It is so cool to love food as much as I do. A few months ago I never would have dreamed that I, Jughead Jones, would be learning to make the best on earth. Funny the surprises a year can hold.

Jughead.