Tell me it’s not true First a Velveeta Shortage and now a Velveeta Recall—the world may never be the same.
Did you know that Velveeta was developed in 1928 by Kraft and according to Delesh.com was approved by the AMA in 1931 and released in 1937. Oh by the way there was a shortage the year it was released TOO–in Germany–where it was, I’m told, in great demand. Original Kraft’s serving suggestions included melting 1/2 lb of the product with 1/4 a cup of milk and serving it “over toasted sandwiches of peanut butter and sweet pickle relish”. And it still survived—amazing.
I checked for Velveeta collectibles and found a few. These included 2003 Kurt Bush and Jeff Burton (NASCAR drivers for the non-fan) Velveeta Tins (something I missed in my collection) My favorite is the Kraft Velveeta 110 camera (described as very rare–I can believe that) in a Velveeta Shell Cheese Dinner box. Honest: check out e-bay if you don’t believe me. The most expensive (under $20) was a Tupperware Velveeta 2 lb. cheese keeper with knife. No idea on the year that was produced. Even Amazon is in on the Velveeta thing with a trading card of Jeff Burton Velveeta Driver no less.
OK I promised to review some of my weird inclusions. First I thought the Snicker’s Ghost shaped Halloween candy container, but then I spied the Godzilla 1998 cup holder. These were given out as toys (not for use with hot drinks is clearly printed in the inside) by Taco Bell. All part of the promotion for the Godzilla movie released in 1998 (one of a long line of movies either about or inspired by the original 1954 Japanese conceived monster who’s original name seems to have meant something like gorilla whale?) starring Matthew Broderick which was poorly received by critics and viewers alike, though it still shows up on TV from time to time.
OK enough weird for the day, which includes me. Plan to work on organizing again. Don’t forget to let others know I’m out here and I’m looking for participants. Will feature more weirdness—I’m the Dragon Lady what else could I do—from the world and my collection alike–tomorrow.
Today is a new day–begin it well, keep you spirits high and your old burdens subdued and make the most of what the universe gives you. Oh and stay weird of course, the world would be so boring if everyone was NORMAL.