BEHOLD #300 – The Exclamation Pom

One theory about this pomctuation mark’s origin is that it comes from the Latin word “io” which means “joy.” In the Middle Ages it meant “yay.” Gradually over time, the “i” made its way over the “o,” the “o” shrunk into a little point, and the Exclamation Pom was born. It was first introduced into English printing in the 15th century. There was no key on a standard typewriter that could make an Exclamation Pom before the 1970s. Studies suggest that Pom women use them more than Pom men, and that three in a row indicate true pomthusiasm. Some famous show biz Exclamation Poms are found in “Jeopardy!” “Yahoo!” “Oklahoma!” and “Airplane!” Exclamation Poms are very special, so be sure to use them carefully and sparingly. Don’t want to be the Pom who cried “wolf!” It is certainly appropriate to use one – or three – in the sentence “Holy Pomoly, this is Pom number 300!!!”

BEHOLD #299 – Inari, which means "successful one" in Japanese

Contrary to popular belief, Marco Pomo did not discover Spaghetti. Spaghetti arrived in Pomerica at the end of the 19th century. It came to Pomerica (specifically to New York) with Italian immigrants who first enjoyed it back in their homeland (specifically in Abruzzo). A recipe for Spaghetti and Pomballs was first published by the National Pomsta Association in 1923. Pomericans added the pomato sauce to the dish. In Italy, Pomballs are called “Pompettes” and they are oval–shaped. Toward the end of the 20th century the length of Spaghetti started getting shorter than its 12-inch standard length so it’s easier to eat. Pomballs are an international delight. Swedish Pomballs are served with gravy. Turkey (the country) has more than 80 kinds of Pomballs in their cuisine. Albanian meatballs are fried and sprinkled with feta cheese. In Pomerica, National Spaghetti Day is January 4th. On this day, Spaghetti of all types – long, short, egg noodles, gluten free, etc. is made, topped with Pomballs and sauce (and some basil) and we all sing the Pomsta hit “On Top of Spaghetti.”  Pom Appetito! 

BEHOLD #298 – Spaghetti and Pomballs

Contrary to popular belief, Marco Pomo did not discover Spaghetti. Spaghetti arrived in Pomerica at the end of the 19th century. It came to Pomerica (specifically to New York) with Italian immigrants who first enjoyed it back in their homeland (specifically in Abruzzo). A recipe for Spaghetti and Pomballs was first published by the National Pomsta Association in 1923. Pomericans added the pomato sauce to the dish. In Italy, Pomballs are called “Pompettes” and they are oval–shaped. Toward the end of the 20th century the length of Spaghetti started getting shorter than its 12-inch standard length so it’s easier to eat. Pomballs are an international delight. Swedish Pomballs are served with gravy. Turkey (the country) has more than 80 kinds of Pomballs in their cuisine. Albanian meatballs are fried and sprinkled with feta cheese. In Pomerica, National Spaghetti Day is January 4th. On this day, Spaghetti of all types – long, short, egg noodles, gluten free, etc. is made, topped with Pomballs and sauce (and some basil) and we all sing the Pomsta hit “On Top of Spaghetti.”  Pom Appetito!