"Brass Monkeys"

I have definitely heard and learned my share of British colloquialisms (Cockney Slang) since I have been here, but today I was educated on "Brass Monkeys," and I am SOLD.  Let me put this in context for you.  I was talking to one of my co-workers about how cold it felt today, and she said, it is "Brass Monkeys."  Apparently, this is short for, and I apologise for any PG blog followers, "it is cold enough to freeze the balls off a brass monkey."  After I stopped laughing, I told her that I would love to hear what she had to say if she visited Minnesota for a day in January.

More importantly, Jeff and Cathy Berenz touched down safely in London this morning.  They had a full day of exploring on their own.  Ann did call in a few favors and got them an invitation to have tea with the Queen this afternoon at Buckingham Palace.  It actually worked out well because the Queen had a little fender bender this week in her Rolls, and she was looking for a good body man.  Quid Pro Quo, Senior, Quid Pro Quo!!!

The four of us are headed to a small town in Belgium tomorrow called Bruges.  It is known as the "Venice of the North."  I will be sure to have pictures and stories next week.  We are so excited to have Jeff and Cathy for the next 10 days.

Not to overshadow the arrival of my in-laws, but Cardinals 1, Rangers 0.  Let's Go Cardinals!!!

P.S. Steiny, I understand that you were responsible for a round of pints tonight.  Cheers for the beers!!!