The Peep Dioramas: A Treat for All Ages!

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The thread discusses the cultural phenomenon of Peep dioramas, sharing personal anecdotes related to Easter traditions, and exploring the concept of "Peeps" as a marshmallow treat. The conversation includes playful exchanges about Easter celebrations and the peculiarities of Peeps, as well as a game called "Peeps Jousting." The scope is primarily informal and anecdotal, with elements of humor and nostalgia.

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Main Points Raised

  • Some participants express nostalgia for diorama projects, with one noting a missed opportunity in childhood.
  • Several participants share personal Easter memories, including humorous and light-hearted anecdotes about Peeps and Easter eggs.
  • One participant questions the nature of Peeps, describing them in a humorous and critical manner.
  • Descriptions of "Peeps Jousting" are provided, detailing the game mechanics and the playful nature of the activity.
  • There are multiple greetings and well-wishes for Easter and the Spring Equinox, indicating a festive atmosphere.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants generally share a light-hearted and celebratory tone regarding Easter and Peeps, with no significant disagreements noted. However, there is a playful debate about the nature and appeal of Peeps themselves.

Contextual Notes

Some statements about Peeps and their cultural significance may depend on personal experiences and regional variations in Easter traditions.

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Readers interested in Easter traditions, cultural discussions around food, or playful community interactions may find this thread engaging.

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I give you The Peep Dioramas...

http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-srv/photo/gallery/070402/GAL-07Apr02-69859/index.html

I was so jealous. Somehow I got though elementary school without ever getting assigned a diorama project. Always wanted to make one. :cry:

Anyway, check out #24, "Soylent Green is Peeps". :biggrin:

And here's a special little treat for Danger and Artman, you peepverts...

 
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lol that was great ..Happy Easter all.
 
We have a special Peep memory in my family. My daughter lost her first tooth biting into a yellow one!

Happy Easter!
 
Happy Easter to all, may you get lots n lots of eggs :smile:
 
arunbg said:
Happy Easter to all, may you get lots n lots of eggs :smile:

You know, back when I was eight, a neighbor kid of the same age gave me a decorated raw egg on Easter. Neither of us knew what to do with it, so I ate the thing. I'm pretty sure I never ate another egg again until I started grad school last year. Maybe that's why I only celebrate the religious part of the holiday these days...
 
Okay, those are clever and somewhat cute in a disturbing way, but it leaves one glaring question. What the hell is a 'peep'? They look like retarded Muppets.
 
Happy Easter. I ate too much meself, including a large piece of chocolate gateau. Totally worth it though. :smile:
 
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Marshmallow American 'food' apparently

From wiki - Peep jousting

The messy and largely self-entertaining game, "Peeps Jousting" is played with a microwave oven. One takes two Peeps, and licks the right-hand side of each until sticky. A toothpick is thereby adhered to each Peep, pointing forward like a jousting lance. The Peeps are then set in a microwave, squared off against one another, and heated up. As they expand, the toothpick lances thrust toward each opponent, and the winner is the one that does not pop and deflate (or fizzle and die). Both usually are eaten after the competition, however, regardless who the victor was, calling into question the nature of "winning" in such a circumstance.
 
mgb_phys said:
Marshmallow American 'food' apparently

From wiki - Peep jousting

The messy and largely self-entertaining game, "Peeps Jousting" is played with a microwave oven. One takes two Peeps, and licks the right-hand side of each until sticky. A toothpick is thereby adhered to each Peep, pointing forward like a jousting lance. The Peeps are then set in a microwave, squared off against one another, and heated up. As they expand, the toothpick lances thrust toward each opponent, and the winner is the one that does not pop and deflate (or fizzle and die). Both usually are eaten after the competition, however, regardless who the victor was, calling into question the nature of "winning" in such a circumstance.

*in awe* wow...
 
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mgb_phys said:
Marshmallow American 'food' apparently

From wiki - Peep jousting

The messy and largely self-entertaining game, "Peeps Jousting" is played with a microwave oven. One takes two Peeps, and licks the right-hand side of each until sticky. A toothpick is thereby adhered to each Peep, pointing forward like a jousting lance. The Peeps are then set in a microwave, squared off against one another, and heated up. As they expand, the toothpick lances thrust toward each opponent, and the winner is the one that does not pop and deflate (or fizzle and die). Both usually are eaten after the competition, however, regardless who the victor was, calling into question the nature of "winning" in such a circumstance.

:smile: I totally forgot about Peep jousting!
 
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Happy Spring Equinox!
 
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Moridin said:
Happy Spring Equinox!

Are you a pagan or an atheist/agnostic Moridin? :smile: Happy first weekend following the first full moon of the vernal equinox, four day weekend! :biggrin: