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Fun July 6th, 2010
While searching online for voodoo dolls at lunch today, a co-worker friend walked into my cubicle with a laptop she wanted me to configure.
We exchanged pleasantries, I unboxed the laptop and then casually mentioned I’m looking for a voodoo doll. Specifically, one from New Orleans, where you can get authentic ones blessed by a real voodoo practitioner.
Discriminating, I am.
I go on to explain that I don’t want to spend too much money on my doll. Wanting a voodoo doll is a little insane, but spending fifty bucks plus shipping is insanier.
So my friend, who totally gets me and doesn’t think it’s odd I am in want of a modestly-priced voodoo doll, grabbed her cell phone and got tapping.
She texted a friend of hers who happens to be visiting New Orleans this week.
She told her I was in the market for a voodoo doll and could she please shop for one.
The friend, finding the request not the least bit disturbing, says she can and asks Looking for anything special?
No, just keep it under $20.
Male or female?
Unisex.
Done.
I love that I have friends who have friends who can acquire voodoo dolls at a moment’s notice. I love that I had such luck with timing. I love the technology that made it possible to grant my wish in two minutes flat.
But I especially love that I have readers who won’t ask me why I want a voodoo doll.
Don’t worry. Hand to God, I’ll only use it for good. Unless you accuse me of witchcraft or something. Then you’ll get a pin in your eye.
Stumble it!
July 6th, 2010 at 7:06 pm
Okay. I won’t ask but I’m staying on your good side! 🙂
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July 6th, 2010 at 7:23 pm
You know, I just LOVE co-workers that go along with your madness just because it beats the hell out of working. I’ve got Irene, who sits in the cube behind me–Dang, that girl is up for anything! It helps pass the day, doesn’t it? And to think yours has connections! Wow.
Happy Voodooing!
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July 6th, 2010 at 7:47 pm
Oh! THIS is one of my favorite posts!… Followed quickly by I can’t wait to see what you do with said Unisex Voodoo Doll!
So. Are you going on the Bloggers Cruise 4? I am! Be there or be square!
Details at my blog. The more, the merrier! Pass the word! And DO pack your Voodoo Doll. What better place to have your very own Voodoo Doll than the Eastern Caribbean!
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July 6th, 2010 at 7:49 pm
I love this post for the word “insanier” alone!
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July 6th, 2010 at 7:55 pm
if i ask why you want a voodoo doll will i be the the intended target of said voodoo doll?
fine, i will sit on my hands and wait to hear why you need a unisex voodoo dooll that cost under 20 dollars.
waiting patiently,
puglette
:o)
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July 6th, 2010 at 8:30 pm
I would like a voodoo doll too. In fact, I think I would like one in a dog shape.
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July 6th, 2010 at 8:31 pm
Don’t worry – Sparkle is definitely NOT getting a dog-shaped voodoo doll. And I have hidden her AmEx card (yes, she really has one!).
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July 6th, 2010 at 8:40 pm
I think a voodoo doll would be cool to have. I am quite curious why you want one though. World domination, perhaps?
July 6th, 2010 at 9:40 pm
Well, okay. I guess a voodoo doll would be more interesting than a cabbage patch doll (do they even have those anymore?). Do voodoo dolls come with needles and potions, or are those separate? I’m hoping we’ll hear more about this later – but I’m not asking, mind you!
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July 6th, 2010 at 10:19 pm
Kathy, Kathy, Kathy…what a FUN post!
“Unless you accuse me of witchcraft or something. Then you’ll get a pin in your eye.”
HAHAHAHAHAAHAHAHAHA!
Hey listen, one time Borders Bookstore had voodoo dolls for sale, I kid you not. They came in a little box with pins and a booklet that taught you how to use it. And don’t think for a minute that I didn’t actually consider purchasing one.
For some reason, I thought all voodoo dolls were unisex.
Please keep us posted on how WELL it worked, okay?
*wink*
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July 6th, 2010 at 10:34 pm
LOL!! I have a friend that lives in N’awlins. I so bet I could get her to send me a voodoo doll too.
Now I want one.
Who am I kidding…I want to GO to New Orleans and get my own VooDoo Doll. And see the French Quarter. And…And…And…
ooops…was that drool…
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July 6th, 2010 at 10:54 pm
You can use a voodoo doll for good? Who knew? Oh, and no questions here – I don’t want to find out how well it works. 😉
July 6th, 2010 at 11:37 pm
Owning a doll of any sort is perfectly sane.
July 7th, 2010 at 2:28 am
I don’t think that wanting an authentic voodoo doll, blessed by a voodoo practitioner is insane. I am pretty sure I can find plenty of “good” uses for it myself.
What I do think is insane is you only wanting to spend $20 on it. If I was a voodoo doll manufacturer, I’d automatically curse the buyers of any doll who pay less than $1000 per doll, because they’re being cheap.
It’s a specialty item for a unique niche market. The real deal should cost a minimum of $1000. Anything less than that, and you should rather poke your own eye out.
If you want to pay only $20 for it, buy some cheap Hong Kong knock off, but don’t expect it to work.
July 7th, 2010 at 4:25 am
Beth Zimmerman — No worries. Everybody’s safe here!
Lin — Me too! My co-worker friend doesn’t work in my building, but I wish she did. She’s crazy and fun and yes, doesn’t she have the best connections? Isn’t Irene the gal who wore Mickey ears all day once?
Bart at WillThink4Wine — If I win the lottery, you’ll know it. Do you know you can buy voodoo dolls with a “lottery X” on it? That’s where you stick a pin if you want to win money. It could pay for a cruise! That’s so cool. Are you guys all really going?
Daisy the Curly Cat — I liked it too. It’s a little bit Daisyesque, isn’t it? You may use it.
puglette — Possibly. Yes. Maybe.
Sparkle — Uh oh. Run away, dogs! Run away!
Janiss — Your cat has an American Express card? Does she work for a living? Hey, if she does, I say let her go shopping. My cats don’t do anything to earn their keep.
Regan — World domination? That sounds hard. Maybe just eastern seaboard domination.
C Lanctot — Oy. Remember those? I’m glad I was past that craze. Those things were weird! I think the “how to” manuals and potions cost extra. I love that they even have instructions at all. Not sure if my friend of a friend will pick one up. I may have to wing it.
Ron — You should have! They’d make an interesting conversation piece, wouldn’t they? And probably make a few people nervous, too. There are both men and woman voodoo dolls. The women ones look pretty scary, sort of like Joan Rivers on a bender.
Laura — You know, I’ve never been there. I’m surprised, too. My BIL and his wife loved it. Stayed right on Bourbon St. Only way to experience it, they said.
Linda — Yep. Most people think they are for casting revenge spells, but many dolls have specific concentration points for wealth, love and financial success. See? Not so scary.
DrowseyMonkey — Said the woman with the most famous doll in the blogosphere. Good to see you back in action, Drowsey!
Richard Catto — Hey, it’s the economy. If the voodoo doll brings me financial fortune, I’ll pay more for my next one, OK?
July 7th, 2010 at 4:50 am
Yes, it really is Bloggers Cruise 4 on Carnival Cruise Lines -February 27, 2010 to the Eastern Caribbean! Apparently, it’s the 4th such bloggers cruise! Doh!
Already booked and confirmed are 10 bloggers that I’ll finally get to hug in person! It’s going to be so cool!
Think of it Kathy… Bacon Room Service 24/7 for 7 days!
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July 7th, 2010 at 5:40 am
Hold the phone. There are people who won’t ask why you want the voodoo doll? Um, I am not in that camp; spill, sister.
Second, is that an actual photo of your doll because I love it and I’m thinking of making one that looks like that. I like the eyes and the rope on the right leg.
Of course it won’t have the authentic mojo from NO, but I think it’ll do.
And it’s incredibly awesome that you have people who can make this happen — it’s like Mafia Friends.
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July 7th, 2010 at 6:34 am
I read freakin’ tarot cards. I’m not going to judge.
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July 7th, 2010 at 6:45 am
I saw an episode of “Gilligan’s Island” that featured voodoo dolls when I was about six. It made me spend the next year or so in sheer terror that someone was going to try to perform some sort of voodoo on me.
I am extremely curious as to why such a seemingly mild-mannered sort as yourself would require a NO-sanctioned voodoo doll, but I will refrain from asking.
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July 7th, 2010 at 6:59 am
Mental note – never tick off a woman who can get Voodoo Dolls at the snap of a finger…
Hahaha!!
M
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July 7th, 2010 at 7:24 am
Well, I am not at all satisfied with not knowing why you want a voodoo doll, so I will risk the pin in my whatever. I want to know why!
Here’s the funny thing. I won’t even have anything that resembles a corn dolly in my home, let alone a voodoo doll. Please don’t ask me why but both give me the eeby jeebies.
Please be careful where you stick that pin.
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July 7th, 2010 at 7:32 am
I had this biting comment to put here but this stabbing pain in my wrist is keeping me from…
Oh. You bitch.
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July 7th, 2010 at 7:35 am
And why shouldn’t I ask what its for? Knowing you, it should be something cool!
July 7th, 2010 at 10:09 am
I always thought it was best to make your own Voodoo doll out of discarded bits of the person you want to voodoo (nail and hair clippings, ear wax, whatever you can get) and their unwashed clothes.
I mean, that’s the way I’ve always done it and do you see any enemies all up in my junk? Jes’ sayin’ that’s the way I’ve always done it but if you want to get one of those storebought dolls, I guess that’s okay, too.
Probably.
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July 7th, 2010 at 11:17 am
I want a Voodoo doll now, too. Most likely though I wouldn’t bother with sticking pins in it, I may just beat the person over the head with it. =/
July 7th, 2010 at 12:48 pm
I hope yours works better than mine. I bought mine at Barnes and Noble, because doesn’t everyone get their voodoo dolls there? At least the people who don’t have connections like you do.
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July 7th, 2010 at 1:18 pm
I have some little clowns from New Orleans, wonder if they would work….remind me to always remain gracious on your blog too…….
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July 7th, 2010 at 2:08 pm
I got me one of those but I don’t know how to get a picture of it here….oh well – it’s cool tho. Me brother loves Nawlins and brought it back to me for a present.
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July 7th, 2010 at 2:16 pm
I’m with cardiogirl.
What’s the story anyway? For whom are you getting the voodoo doll? Spill.
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July 7th, 2010 at 2:39 pm
Great friends! And I’m staying on your good side, too! 🙂
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July 7th, 2010 at 3:58 pm
I really need more friends to offer random favors like this. Who wouldn’t like a souvenir from the friend of a friend? What are you going to name the doll, or does that depend on who has earned your wrath?
July 7th, 2010 at 4:48 pm
I always wished I had a voodoo doll at my last job. It would have made for great stress relief. I agree though, $50 plus shipping is very insanier! And since your friend’s friend is already there, you are guaranteed free shipping! I can’t wait to see what she finds for you. Because of course you’ll post pictures of it here, right?
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July 7th, 2010 at 6:07 pm
Barb at WillThink4Wine — Rut-roh. It’s expensive! Would need to start a fund. I’m glad you’re going, though. There’s really nothing so fun as meeting bloggers in person. Happy for you.
cardiogirl — Don’t you just love that doll? That’s the one I want. I found out the woman who bought me a doll spent under five bucks, so it might not be as elaborate. Plus I may need to use my own pins. I love my Mafia Friends (and my friend loves to know that that’s what we consider her now).
Stephanie Barr — LMAO.
absepa — Aw, poor little six year old absepa. “Seemingly mild-mannered”. Yep, seemingly.
Mishelle — Seriously. I have people now.
Babs Beetle — No, you cannot know. Or then I’d have to stab you. [Note to self, send Babs only kitty cat gifts. No voodoo dolls. Check.]
mooooog35 — I laughed my ass off when I read your comment. Sorry about that. Pin must’ve slipped.
Fifthmarch — You can ask, but I won’t tell.
Tracy — See, now I had no idea about the personal bits thing. I’m going to have to do more planning now. I’m a very good snoop. I can be mysterious and sneaky. I will get that locket of hair if it kills me. I didn’t realize you were a professional. Thank you for the voodoo you do.
Phunnieone — LMAO again. My coworker split a gut after reading your comment. You are very practical.
Jen — What the hell? Why is B&N in the voodoo doll business? Calendars and bookmarks, I can see selling on the side. But voodoo do not make any sense whatsoever.
TC — Only mean-looking clowns with one eye hanging out of its socket.
Grace — I loved that doll! Your brother has very good freak doll taste.
Unfinished Rambler — Can’t spill. Sorry. Nope. Can’t do it.
Anna — No kidding. I’m pleased as punch that she showed up when she did and connected with her friend in such a short amount of time. It was amazing to watch.
Nutrition Degree — I know! It was awesome! The doll will be named multiple people, depending on how I feel on any particular day. Please tell me that’s how these things work.
Surfie — Everyone should have a voodoo doll at work. What a great stress-reliever and for cheap! If I like the doll, I’ll post about her/him/it. If I accidentally kill someone, I won’t be writing about that at all.
July 7th, 2010 at 6:15 pm
won’t ask.
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July 7th, 2010 at 6:44 pm
Well after Kathy’s recent post I became curious. Then this morning I noticed some of my hair was missing. I became paranoid and started snooping around a little. I found this box with black candles, lighter fluid a knife and pins and some chalk. Do you think I have anything to worry about?
July 7th, 2010 at 7:31 pm
@Kathy’s Husband (love that you own your moniker, btw) You would have been fine if you *only* found:
missing hair,
a box with black candles,
lighter fluid,
a knife,
and pins.
The fact that you found chalk in there… well, it’s not good.
You better sleep with one eye open.
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July 7th, 2010 at 9:19 pm
Kathy, have I told you recently that you are the very best blogger in the history of blogging? I haven’t? How remiss of me! I do apologize! You are the very best blogger in the history of blogging.
@Kathy’s husband – run. now.
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July 7th, 2010 at 11:23 pm
@Kathy’s Husband — Nice to meet you! Now run! But not through the closed door!
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July 8th, 2010 at 12:23 am
Oh boy, I hope this pays off. Alfred Hitchcock once said, “If you introduce a bomb in the first scene, that bomb better go off before the last scene is over”.
Also? Awesome opening line.
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July 8th, 2010 at 7:22 pm
That was a fantastic opening line, Kathy! Now, uhum, why do you want a voodoo doll? I mean, it’s fine, and I know it’s fine, but why? Oh why ask why? It could be for the same reason I looked for Jimmy Hoffa’s bones.
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July 9th, 2010 at 9:33 am
IF your voodoo doll exchange falls through, let me know…I am heading there next Friday.
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July 11th, 2010 at 10:48 pm
I loved reading this and the ensuing comments. Since I am the “friend of a friend” who happened to be visiting the Big Easy, I feel the weight of responsibility in regards to the now famous doll… After having purchased a cheap one, and read Kathy’s blog post, I realized it would not do. So my mom suggested she could keep the cheap one as a souvenir (or so she says…) and I found a more legitimate one at the voodoo cultural center, handcrafted in New Orleans, with pins and instructions included. I will try to connect with our mutual friend as soon as possible so that the doll reaches its final destination soon! It was fun to be a part of this adventure.
July 12th, 2010 at 5:05 am
Ahhh… sweet, sweet instant gratification. 🙂 Please don’t stick a pin in my eye. I think you’re a very nice lady. 😀
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July 12th, 2010 at 5:09 pm
I promise I wont ask either and I promise NEVER to get on your bad side!
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