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Title: SQUASH
Post by: bk on January 18, 2011, 12:44:56 AM
Well, you've read the notes, the notes spoke of both squash and Squash, and now it is time for you to post until the cows come home - they're currently playing cow Squash.
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Post by: bk on January 18, 2011, 12:45:59 AM
And the word of the day is: INTROMIT!
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Post by: Ben on January 18, 2011, 02:28:26 AM
Morning all.

That is all.
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Post by: Ben on January 18, 2011, 02:28:38 AM
Happy Birthday to Mr. Pogue
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Post by: Ginny on January 18, 2011, 04:51:21 AM
Tuesday morning greetings!  It's so foggy in Savannah this morning that we can't even see the river, much less South Carolina on the other side.  Getting ready to head to St. Augustine after maybe a little more exploring here.
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Post by: Ginny on January 18, 2011, 04:51:40 AM
Happiest of birthdays to DR Charles Pogue!
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Post by: vixmom on January 18, 2011, 04:55:37 AM
It is your Birthday Mr. Pogue- Be Happy - Be Very Happy!
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Post by: vixmom on January 18, 2011, 04:56:54 AM
Good Weather VIBES to Ginny andRichard  today on the 30th anniversay of the first day of their honeymoon
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Post by: vixmom on January 18, 2011, 04:58:16 AM
It snowed again last night - not a lot - just enough to freeze the cars up - so I must go and defrost
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Post by: vixmom on January 18, 2011, 05:01:17 AM
I have played softball, minature golf, tried "REAL" golf (I was terrible), bowling and raquetball (when I met Vixdad he had a raquetball club memeber ship - I preferred the jacuzzi to the court)
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Post by: Ginny on January 18, 2011, 05:05:37 AM
Good Weather VIBES to Ginny andRichard  today on the 30th anniversay of the first day of their honeymoon

Thanks, DR Vixmom - I'd been thinking of today as the first day of our 4th decade of marriage, but your take is much more romantic!
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Post by: ArnoldMBrockman on January 18, 2011, 05:56:06 AM
And the word of the day is: INTROMIT!

And The Song Of The Day Is:  WILLKOMMEN
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Post by: elmore3003 on January 18, 2011, 05:56:11 AM
Good morning, all! I am having lots of dreams involving dead relatives and I'm not sure what to make of it; last night's involved my grandmother's house (I think) in Appalachian Kentucky, a snowstorm, my mother in a crabby mood, my dad, others including several cousins, an adorable gray shorthaired kitten, and a heavy snow. All I remember now is the arrival of company, the fact that I was stark naked and having to walk back in the snow to the house to find some clothes, and the kitten playing in the snow and its confrontation with a large white cat. Another weird dream.

I should be doing laundry at the moment, but I have no drive to accomplish it, so I'm postponing it until tomorrow. I do have to leave here around 10 and head down to Toyland. I have several Act One edits to accomplish before I meet Mr Skip Kennon for a round of edits on the Appendix numbers.

DR cillaliz, I could use a mimosa as well.

!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Happy Birthday to our DR CharlesPogue !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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Post by: Jrand73 on January 18, 2011, 06:03:57 AM
Happiest of Birthdays to my neighbor - DR CP!
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Post by: Druxy on January 18, 2011, 06:27:02 AM
Happy Birthday, Charles Pogue.
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Post by: Druxy on January 18, 2011, 06:27:28 AM
TOD:

Like you BK, I don't play or watch sports.
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Post by: John G. on January 18, 2011, 06:33:02 AM
Mimosas to all.
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Post by: Druxy on January 18, 2011, 06:33:11 AM
We had this young couple over to the house for dinner last night.  He's a distant cousin and she's his g.f., 22-years old and a college student.

Maybe it's me.  I have no idea.  But, over the course of the evening, names like Orson Welles, Humphrey Bogart, Clark Gable, John Dillinger, Al Capone, Jesse James, Billy the Kid, Joe Biden, John Lennon and Charlie Chaplin (whose picture was on the wall) came up, and she had absolutely no idea who were were talking about.

 :'(
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Post by: John G. on January 18, 2011, 06:33:48 AM
Happy, happy, DR CharlesPogue.
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Post by: John G. on January 18, 2011, 06:35:33 AM
We had this young couple over to the house for dinner last night.  He's a distant cousin and she's his g.f., 22-years old and a college student.

Maybe it's me.  I have no idea.  But, over the course of the evening, names like Orson Welles, Humphrey Bogart, Clark Gable, John Dillinger, Al Capone, Jesse James, Billy the Kid, Joe Biden, John Lennon and Charlie Chaplin (whose picture was on the wall) came up, and she had absolutely no idea who were were talking about.

 :'(
It's odd, because you can have hit TV shows that are all about knowing the cultural references and still have a generation that knows nothing. And doesn't care about knowing anything.

Sad thing is, I've stopped caring about knowing anything about the younger generation, such as all those unknowns at the Golden Globes the other night.
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Post by: John G. on January 18, 2011, 06:36:26 AM
TOD: No interest in sports, either. Unless you are one of those who believe ballroom dancing is a sport. Then, guilty.
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Post by: John G. on January 18, 2011, 06:37:07 AM
And where has January gone? I start classes today. I think. Still trying to figure this online program out.
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Post by: John G. on January 18, 2011, 06:37:35 AM
It might be a nice day here. Temperature is already 52 degrees and, for a change in the last week or more, the sun is out.
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Post by: Laura on January 18, 2011, 06:40:48 AM
Happy Happy Birthday, Charles Pogue!
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Post by: Kerry on January 18, 2011, 06:45:15 AM
Cheers to DR Pogue!
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Post by: Charles Pogue on January 18, 2011, 07:04:41 AM
Mucho thanks, for the birthday felicitations, all! 

I'm celebrating by teaching a bunch of young aspiring filmmakers about screenwriting this week.  This morning I shall show them the beginnings of several movies...most of which none of them have ever seen.  This goes to Druxy's lament above.  I am frequently dumbfounded that younger folk have no cultural touchstones outside their own generation, particularly those who want to be in show business.  It seems to me you need to know something about the history and legacy of the trade you wish to be in.  But it's even larger than just cultural...they have no historical context in general.

TOD:  Like several others, I have little interest in sporting events.  I enjoy the aesthetics of baseball and watch it occasionally on the TV and go to a game every now and then.   But if my team...The Cincinnati Reds...is not doing well mid-way into the season, I lose interest and don't look at the sports page again until spring training.   I played some junior league baseball and some high school football and hated every minute of it..mostly did it because of peer pressure.  It frustrated a lot of coaches because I was very fast and built like Tarzan in my youth.  I was athletic, without being an athlete...but preferred non-competitive endeavours like swimming (I was a very good swimmer), walking, jogging, isometrics and other body-building programs.
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Post by: ArnoldMBrockman on January 18, 2011, 07:10:47 AM
HAP-HAP SLAP-HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO CHARLES POGUE
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Post by: Ron Pulliam on January 18, 2011, 07:11:13 AM
A Pogue-a-licious birthday to you, Charles!
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Post by: Dan (the Man) on January 18, 2011, 07:17:26 AM
! ! ! ! !  HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO DR CHARLES POGUE  ! ! ! ! ! !
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Post by: Dan (the Man) on January 18, 2011, 07:18:20 AM
Wasn't S.Q.U.A.S.H. an evil organization during the 60's?
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Post by: Dan (the Man) on January 18, 2011, 07:20:51 AM
Page Two Squash Dance:

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v130/WandaDuck/butternut-squash.jpg)
Title: Re: SQUASH
Post by: Dan (the Man) on January 18, 2011, 07:22:21 AM
* * * * *  HEALTH VIBES FOR DR LAURA'S JOSHIE  * * * * *
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Post by: Laura on January 18, 2011, 07:23:07 AM
Thank you, Dan (the Man).
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Post by: Dan (the Man) on January 18, 2011, 07:25:40 AM
Made my way through the snow, sleet and rain this morning to get to the office.  You would think that someone would put out for donuts or danish for us hardier employees who made it in on time.  But, no...
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Post by: John G. on January 18, 2011, 07:27:04 AM
Made my way through the snow, sleet and rain this morning to get to the office.  You would think that someone would put out for donuts or danish for us hardier employees who made it in on time.  But, no...
Not even squash?
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Post by: elmore3003 on January 18, 2011, 07:27:13 AM
Change of plan: Mr Skip Kennon cannot make it today for reasons of health and so I will head down to the NYPL Theatre Collection to spend some time on the Historic Newspapers Online. This is good.

I once again managed to burn a pan of boiling eggs by forgetting they were on a high boil and working on another project, in this case my subway and tax rceipts. Damn! I do this far too often.
Title: Re: SQUASH
Post by: elmore3003 on January 18, 2011, 07:27:56 AM
Made my way through the snow, sleet and rain this morning to get to the office.  You would think that someone would put out for donuts or danish for us hardier employees who made it in on time.  But, no...

I'll drink to that! Where are the mimosas?
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Post by: Dan (the Man) on January 18, 2011, 07:28:16 AM
Made my way through the snow, sleet and rain this morning to get to the office.  You would think that someone would put out for donuts or danish for us hardier employees who made it in on time.  But, no...
Not even squash?

Not even a pod...
Title: Re: SQUASH
Post by: elmore3003 on January 18, 2011, 07:28:28 AM
I have to call Gregg Edelman today. He's got some work for me.
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Post by: Dan (the Man) on January 18, 2011, 07:30:00 AM
Made my way through the snow, sleet and rain this morning to get to the office.  You would think that someone would put out for donuts or danish for us hardier employees who made it in on time.  But, no...

I'll drink to that! Where are the mimosas?

I'll run out for the donuts and danish, you set up the bar...
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Post by: JoseSPiano on January 18, 2011, 07:31:50 AM
Good Morning!

I'm up, I'm up... And my backyard looks quite nice covered in snow and sleet. -And, thankfully, I don't have to trek around in it today.
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Post by: John G. on January 18, 2011, 07:32:10 AM
Change of plan: Mr Skip Kennon cannot make it today for reasons of health and so I will head down to the NYPL Theatre Collection to spend some time on the Historic Newspapers Online. This is good.

I once again managed to burn a pan of boiling eggs by forgetting they were on a high boil and working on another project, in this case my subway and tax rceipts. Damn! I do this far too often.
And I thought I was the only one to do that.
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Post by: JoseSPiano on January 18, 2011, 07:34:06 AM
So...

Aretha Franklin does not have cancer. And, apparently, never did. Hmmm... ???
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Post by: Laura on January 18, 2011, 07:34:09 AM
I once again managed to burn a pan of boiling eggs by forgetting they were on a high boil and working on another project ...

You should bury them in the backyard. That's what DR Sandra does when she misboils eggs.
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Post by: Laura on January 18, 2011, 07:34:41 AM
So...

Aretha Franklin does not have cancer. And, apparently, never did. Hmmm... ???

Lucky for her.
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Post by: JoseSPiano on January 18, 2011, 07:36:09 AM
Change of plan: Mr Skip Kennon cannot make it today for reasons of health and so I will head down to the NYPL Theatre Collection to spend some time on the Historic Newspapers Online. This is good.

I once again managed to burn a pan of boiling eggs by forgetting they were on a high boil and working on another project, in this case my subway and tax rceipts. Damn! I do this far too often.
And I thought I was the only one to do that.

I did that once.

When I was nine. ;)

*Of course, it was my Dad who had discovered I had left a pan a boiling eggs on the stove, which, of course, had then exploded. -The eggs, that is, not the stove nor the pan.
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Post by: JoseSPiano on January 18, 2011, 07:36:42 AM
Oh...

And Regis Philbin is retiring.
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Post by: Laura on January 18, 2011, 07:37:38 AM
And Miss Franklin should not have to disclose her health ailments if she chooses not to.
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Post by: JoseSPiano on January 18, 2011, 07:38:10 AM
HAPPY BIRTHDAY DR POGUE!!!!!
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Post by: Dan (the Man) on January 18, 2011, 07:38:36 AM
We had this young couple over to the house for dinner last night.  He's a distant cousin and she's his g.f., 22-years old and a college student.

Maybe it's me.  I have no idea.  But, over the course of the evening, names like Orson Welles, Humphrey Bogart, Clark Gable, John Dillinger, Al Capone, Jesse James, Billy the Kid, Joe Biden, John Lennon and Charlie Chaplin (whose picture was on the wall) came up, and she had absolutely no idea who were were talking about.

 :'(

It's the same thing with my 19 year old nephew, though he is very much a John Lennon fan (along with the rest of the Beatles.) 

It is pretty much impossible to get him to watch any movie made before 1995.  If it's in black & white, forget it--he will not even sit in the same room.  Judging from what I read on Twitter, he's not very different from others in his generation.
Title: Re: SQUASH
Post by: John G. on January 18, 2011, 07:38:48 AM
So...

Aretha Franklin does not have cancer. And, apparently, never did. Hmmm... ???
Well, that's better than having it. I'm sure she's relieved. And in need of qualified doctors.
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Post by: John G. on January 18, 2011, 07:39:29 AM
We had this young couple over to the house for dinner last night.  He's a distant cousin and she's his g.f., 22-years old and a college student.

Maybe it's me.  I have no idea.  But, over the course of the evening, names like Orson Welles, Humphrey Bogart, Clark Gable, John Dillinger, Al Capone, Jesse James, Billy the Kid, Joe Biden, John Lennon and Charlie Chaplin (whose picture was on the wall) came up, and she had absolutely no idea who were were talking about.

 :'(

It's the same thing with my 19 year old nephew, though he is very much a John Lennon fan (along with the rest of the Beatles.) 

It is pretty much impossible to get him to watch any movie made before 1995.  If it's in black & white, forget it--he will not even sit in the same room.  Judging from what I read on Twitter, he's not very different from others in his generation.
This is why colorization is coming back. And no one seems to be speaking out against it.
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Post by: Dan (the Man) on January 18, 2011, 07:44:25 AM
On the other hand, I could see the younger generations point about some old movies--last night I watched A CONNECTICUT YANKEE IN KING ARTHUR'S COURT on TCM.  What a colossal bore!  And yet it was a hit in its initial release.  Go figure...
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Post by: Jrand73 on January 18, 2011, 07:47:17 AM
DR ELMORE check out Allison Hayes and Frances Farmer on Historic Newspapers, you may find some good reading.  Does Allison have a file at NYPL?
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Post by: Jrand73 on January 18, 2011, 07:47:35 AM
DR TCB - no rush to watch the DVD is necessary. 
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Post by: Jrand73 on January 18, 2011, 07:48:07 AM
TOD: yesterday

Atlas Shrugged

But most of the people I would like to cast are no longer active in Hollywood - or anywhere else for that matter.
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Post by: Jrand73 on January 18, 2011, 07:49:34 AM
TOD:

Played Basketball, Baseball, Football with my brothers and other relatives and friends.

Watch Hockey and MMA Fights on TV at times.

I think Hockey is my favorite sport to watch.....HD Hockey is most entertaining and I am sure it is even better in 3D but without Diffusion.
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Post by: Jrand73 on January 18, 2011, 07:49:56 AM
DR JOSE you are up early for your first relaxing day of 2011.
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Post by: Dan (the Man) on January 18, 2011, 07:50:59 AM
TOD:

In my younger days, I played baseball, basketball, volleyball and touch football.
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Post by: Dan (the Man) on January 18, 2011, 07:52:55 AM
Okay, time to dabble...
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Post by: Jennifer on January 18, 2011, 07:53:50 AM

Last night DR Jane wrote:
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Almost every visit my hairdresser asks if I want hairspray.  I always say no.  There was a time I wouldn't permit any product aside from shampoo & conditioner on my hair.  Now there are lots of styling products that don't bother my allergies & make my hair feel good, not sticky.

Jennifer thanks for the reminder not to use hair spray.


I use hairspray all the time.

Since I am very sensitive to scents I am always very careful. I would obviously never spray perfume on myself. And if I try a new hand cream I smell it carefully first (I am usually good for things that are chocolate, mint, fruit...).

I always try on make-up and handcreams at Sephora. And since my hair was unstyled I went for the hairspray. I did even smell it after one spray and I didn't smell anything. But OMG I really thought I was going to die. I couldn't believe it. My head just immediately hurt a lot. :(


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Post by: JoseSPiano on January 18, 2011, 07:54:35 AM
DR JOSE you are up early for your first relaxing day of 2011.

DR JRand - I guess I am. However, I did get a very good night's sleep last night, so... I reserve the right to take a nap later this afternoon.
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Post by: Druxy on January 18, 2011, 07:54:39 AM
We had this young couple over to the house for dinner last night.  He's a distant cousin and she's his g.f., 22-years old and a college student.

Maybe it's me.  I have no idea.  But, over the course of the evening, names like Orson Welles, Humphrey Bogart, Clark Gable, John Dillinger, Al Capone, Jesse James, Billy the Kid, Joe Biden, John Lennon and Charlie Chaplin (whose picture was on the wall) came up, and she had absolutely no idea who were were talking about.

 :'(

It's the same thing with my 19 year old nephew, though he is very much a John Lennon fan (along with the rest of the Beatles.) 

It is pretty much impossible to get him to watch any movie made before 1995.  If it's in black & white, forget it--he will not even sit in the same room.  Judging from what I read on Twitter, he's not very different from others in his generation.
This is why colorization is coming back. And no one seems to be speaking out against it.

I forgot to mention:

The topper was that neither her OR HER FATHER had ever seen a movie with John Wayne.

And, they're native Texans.

 :o
Title: Re: SQUASH
Post by: Jennifer on January 18, 2011, 07:55:59 AM
Happy Birthday to DR Charles Pogue!
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Post by: JoseSPiano on January 18, 2011, 07:56:26 AM
DR JOSE you are up early for your first relaxing day of 2011.

DR JRand - I guess I am. However, I did get a very good night's sleep last night, so... I reserve the right to take a nap later this afternoon.

Although, I did wake up right at 5:00am for a few seconds.  -Which is something that started happening while I was on board the QM2. ???
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Post by: Jennifer on January 18, 2011, 07:57:23 AM
Oh...

And Regis Philbin is retiring.

I wonder what they will do for a replacement?

I have to say that there are a few people who replace him often who I love watching with Kelly (anderson cooper, jeff probst). But there are some i really don't like watching. I just hope they don't choose one of those people.
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Post by: Jrand73 on January 18, 2011, 07:57:35 AM
DR MBARNUM you have a package on the way.
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Post by: John G. on January 18, 2011, 08:00:53 AM
We had this young couple over to the house for dinner last night.  He's a distant cousin and she's his g.f., 22-years old and a college student.

Maybe it's me.  I have no idea.  But, over the course of the evening, names like Orson Welles, Humphrey Bogart, Clark Gable, John Dillinger, Al Capone, Jesse James, Billy the Kid, Joe Biden, John Lennon and Charlie Chaplin (whose picture was on the wall) came up, and she had absolutely no idea who were were talking about.

 :'(

It's the same thing with my 19 year old nephew, though he is very much a John Lennon fan (along with the rest of the Beatles.) 

It is pretty much impossible to get him to watch any movie made before 1995.  If it's in black & white, forget it--he will not even sit in the same room.  Judging from what I read on Twitter, he's not very different from others in his generation.
This is why colorization is coming back. And no one seems to be speaking out against it.

I forgot to mention:

The topper was that neither her OR HER FATHER had ever seen a movie with John Wayne.

And, they're native Texans.

 :o
Their exit visa is waiting for them at the border.
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Post by: JMK on January 18, 2011, 08:09:27 AM
ATLAS SHRUGGED has been announced at various times.  I remember it was supposed to be a 4 hour miniseries with Faye Dunaway at some point.  It seems to me more recently Angelina Jolie was mentioned as the star of a film adaptation.
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Post by: JMK on January 18, 2011, 08:10:39 AM
Druxy, you repped Sammy Fain, didn't you?  You may be interested to know he evidently gave big IV's for AS YOU REMEMBER THEM, this silly Time Life record set I've been reacquainting myself with.  Lots of info/quotes about his various hits in there.
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Post by: JMK on January 18, 2011, 08:11:20 AM
Re:  Lennon.  Just reviewed the excellent doc LENNONYC--highly recommended.
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Post by: JMK on January 18, 2011, 08:13:07 AM
Happy Birthday to the Birthday Boy---Dannnnsssse, Charles Pogue!
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Post by: Druxy on January 18, 2011, 08:25:36 AM
Druxy, you repped Sammy Fain, didn't you?  You may be interested to know he evidently gave big IV's for AS YOU REMEMBER THEM, this silly Time Life record set I've been reacquainting myself with.  Lots of info/quotes about his various hits in there.

Yes, I represented both Sammy and his frequent collaborator, Paul Francis Webster.

They were icons and I'm very proud of the fact that I earned their trust and friendship. 

I have a chapter about them in my book.
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Post by: Jrand73 on January 18, 2011, 08:28:18 AM
Yup DR JMK - that version has been touted for about 4 years now.....hopefully it won't make it past the "announcing" stage....with Angelina.
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Post by: Jrand73 on January 18, 2011, 08:31:59 AM
Fain and Webster.......

"Love Is a Many Splendored Thing" - some songs are perfect for the movies, and are perfect otherwise as well.

Score for CALAMITY JANE.....

Favorite not so well known song - "A Very Precious Love" from MARJORIE MORNINGSTAR - even with Gene Kelly singing it....
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Post by: Jrand73 on January 18, 2011, 08:35:12 AM
Ladies and gentlemen, Miss Dorothy Collins.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r2iVSHLHHDI
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Post by: John G. on January 18, 2011, 08:40:10 AM
Fain and Webster.......

"Love Is a Many Splendored Thing" - some songs are perfect for the movies, and are perfect otherwise as well.

Score for CALAMITY JANE.....

Favorite not so well known song - "A Very Precious Love" from MARJORIE MORNINGSTAR - even with Gene Kelly singing it....
To me, Sammy Fain's best was "Flahooley." What an amazing score. So what if the book didn't work? "You, Too, Can Be a Puppet," "Who Says There Ain't No Santa Claus?" "Jump, Little Chillun'" and "Here's to Your Illusions" all work beautifully.
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Post by: Druxy on January 18, 2011, 09:15:36 AM
The funniest weather report I've ever seen:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5N1Im1xbjWQ
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Post by: Matthew on January 18, 2011, 09:16:41 AM
I'm up, the garage door repair man is here and the DD's are keeping watch.

Happy B-day DR Pogue.

That's all I got
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Post by: JoseSPiano on January 18, 2011, 09:24:51 AM
The funniest weather report I've ever seen:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5N1Im1xbjWQ


LOL!!!!!

;D ;D ;D

Consider that RT'd! (Re-Tweeted).
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Post by: Ron Pulliam on January 18, 2011, 09:43:44 AM
I once again managed to burn a pan of boiling eggs by forgetting they were on a high boil and working on another project ...

You should bury them in the backyard. That's what DR Sandra does when she misboils eggs.


Like a little funeral service??





:D
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Post by: Ron Pulliam on January 18, 2011, 09:45:37 AM
How interesting that "Atlas Shrugged" is announced for high-profile women stars....when it's John Galt who is central and should be of -- IMO -- the greatest interest to any and every one.
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Post by: John G. on January 18, 2011, 09:49:15 AM
The funniest weather report I've ever seen:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5N1Im1xbjWQ

That's great. I'm still laughing.
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Post by: Jane on January 18, 2011, 10:06:35 AM
We had this young couple over to the house for dinner last night.  He's a distant cousin and she's his g.f., 22-years old and a college student.

Maybe it's me.  I have no idea.  But, over the course of the evening, names like Orson Welles, Humphrey Bogart, Clark Gable, John Dillinger, Al Capone, Jesse James, Billy the Kid, Joe Biden, John Lennon and Charlie Chaplin (whose picture was on the wall) came up, and she had absolutely no idea who were were talking about.

 :'(

Seems your cousin has himself a young bimbo.  I can understand her not knowing the actors, but Biden & Lennon-lol.  They are in the news far to often.
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Post by: Jane on January 18, 2011, 10:10:12 AM

I'm celebrating by teaching a bunch of young aspiring filmmakers about screenwriting this week.  This morning I shall show them the beginnings of several movies...most of which none of them have ever seen. 

What a rewarding way to celebrate your birth.  I have introduced many a young person to CASABLANCA & have always been thanked for it. 
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Post by: JMK on January 18, 2011, 10:10:13 AM
How interesting that "Atlas Shrugged" is announced for high-profile women stars....when it's John Galt who is central and should be of -- IMO -- the greatest interest to any and every one.

Well, why do you think they keep asking who he is?   ;D
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Post by: Jane on January 18, 2011, 10:14:36 AM
DR Charles Pogue,

(http://www.birthdayjoys.com/glitters/birthday_glitter_graphics_09.gif)
Title: Re: SQUASH
Post by: Jane on January 18, 2011, 10:16:29 AM
Change of plan: Mr Skip Kennon cannot make it today for reasons of health and so I will head down to the NYPL Theatre Collection to spend some time on the Historic Newspapers Online. This is good.

I once again managed to burn a pan of boiling eggs by forgetting they were on a high boil and working on another project, in this case my subway and tax rceipts. Damn! I do this far too often.

Feel better vibes for Skip!

DR elmore, set a timer before you walk away from whatever you leave on the stove or in the oven!!!  ;D :-*
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Post by: JMK on January 18, 2011, 10:17:44 AM
Change of plan: Mr Skip Kennon cannot make it today for reasons of health and so I will head down to the NYPL Theatre Collection to spend some time on the Historic Newspapers Online. This is good.

I once again managed to burn a pan of boiling eggs by forgetting they were on a high boil and working on another project, in this case my subway and tax rceipts. Damn! I do this far too often.

Feel better vibes for Skip!

DR elmore, set a timer before you walk away from whatever you leave on the stove or in the oven!!!  ;D :-*

Betsy keeps telling me the same thing--after the kitchen is filled with the scent of burning food.  :)
Title: Re: SQUASH
Post by: Jane on January 18, 2011, 10:17:53 AM
So...

Aretha Franklin does not have cancer. And, apparently, never did. Hmmm... ???

Not that I'm following the story closely, however, I don't believe she ever said she had cancer.  I thought only certain news writers were reporting she had, or possibly, had cancer.
Title: Re: SQUASH
Post by: Jane on January 18, 2011, 10:18:40 AM
And Miss Franklin should not have to disclose her health ailments if she chooses not to.

So true.
Title: Re: SQUASH
Post by: Jane on January 18, 2011, 10:19:47 AM
So...

Aretha Franklin does not have cancer. And, apparently, never did. Hmmm... ???
Well, that's better than having it. I'm sure she's relieved. And in need of qualified doctors.

Having lived near her in Michigan the area is filled with top notch doctors.  Of course there are also plenty of the other kind.
Title: Re: SQUASH
Post by: Jane on January 18, 2011, 10:22:15 AM

Last night DR Jane wrote:
Quote
Almost every visit my hairdresser asks if I want hairspray.  I always say no.  There was a time I wouldn't permit any product aside from shampoo & conditioner on my hair.  Now there are lots of styling products that don't bother my allergies & make my hair feel good, not sticky.

Jennifer thanks for the reminder not to use hair spray.


I use hairspray all the time.

Since I am very sensitive to scents I am always very careful. I would obviously never spray perfume on myself. And if I try a new hand cream I smell it carefully first (I am usually good for things that are chocolate, mint, fruit...).

I always try on make-up and handcreams at Sephora. And since my hair was unstyled I went for the hairspray. I did even smell it after one spray and I didn't smell anything. But OMG I really thought I was going to die. I couldn't believe it. My head just immediately hurt a lot. :(


I've had those sudden onsets of headaches from scents.  They are not fun & of course they always happen in public.   
Title: Re: SQUASH
Post by: John G. on January 18, 2011, 10:26:28 AM
We had this young couple over to the house for dinner last night.  He's a distant cousin and she's his g.f., 22-years old and a college student.

Maybe it's me.  I have no idea.  But, over the course of the evening, names like Orson Welles, Humphrey Bogart, Clark Gable, John Dillinger, Al Capone, Jesse James, Billy the Kid, Joe Biden, John Lennon and Charlie Chaplin (whose picture was on the wall) came up, and she had absolutely no idea who were were talking about.

 :'(

Seems your cousin has himself a young bimbo.  I can understand her not knowing the actors, but Biden & Lennon-lol.  They are in the news far to often.
In 1991, I started work at the Sarasota Herald-Tribune as a copy editor. I had a desk near a woman about my age (then late 20s), who literally had no idea who the Beatles were. She wanted an explanation in a story because they were referenced and she was lost.

She was not allowed to add anything because the rest of the copy desk wanted to rise up and strike her. Calmer heads prevailed and she escaped uninjured. Physically. She was scorned for years after that.
Title: Re: SQUASH
Post by: Jane on January 18, 2011, 10:27:30 AM
How interesting that "Atlas Shrugged" is announced for high-profile women stars....when it's John Galt who is central and should be of -- IMO -- the greatest interest to any and every one.

I suppose so but it is the female lead who ties the story together, and she had better be darn believable as someone men should fall in love with & be worthy of John Galt.
Title: Re: SQUASH
Post by: JoseSPiano on January 18, 2011, 10:33:11 AM

Last night DR Jane wrote:
Quote
Almost every visit my hairdresser asks if I want hairspray.  I always say no.  There was a time I wouldn't permit any product aside from shampoo & conditioner on my hair.  Now there are lots of styling products that don't bother my allergies & make my hair feel good, not sticky.

Jennifer thanks for the reminder not to use hair spray.


I use hairspray all the time.

Since I am very sensitive to scents I am always very careful. I would obviously never spray perfume on myself. And if I try a new hand cream I smell it carefully first (I am usually good for things that are chocolate, mint, fruit...).

I always try on make-up and handcreams at Sephora. And since my hair was unstyled I went for the hairspray. I did even smell it after one spray and I didn't smell anything. But OMG I really thought I was going to die. I couldn't believe it. My head just immediately hurt a lot. :(


I've had those sudden onsets of headaches from scents.  They are not fun & of course they always happen in public.  

In related news...

A few months ago, Steve found out that he was not allergic to certain scents and oils in lotions, soaps and shampoos.  However, he did find out that he was allergic to a preservative that is used in a lot of lotions, soaps and shampoos - including some meant for "sensitive skin".  And after some research - a.k.a. Google-ing - he found out that it's quite a common allergy, and, alas, it's one that gets un- or mis-diagnosed.

It may be worth investigating.
Title: Re: SQUASH
Post by: Jane on January 18, 2011, 10:35:10 AM
The funniest weather report I've ever seen:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5N1Im1xbjWQ

That's great. I'm still laughing.

I sent it to my friend in So. California who was boasting (not really) of the warm weather there. ;D
Title: Re: SQUASH
Post by: JoseSPiano on January 18, 2011, 10:37:22 AM
As for yesterday's Topic of the Day...

I'm still waiting for "The Amazing Adventure of Kavalier & Clay"
Title: Re: SQUASH
Post by: JoseSPiano on January 18, 2011, 10:39:12 AM
So...

Aretha Franklin does not have cancer. And, apparently, never did. Hmmm... ???

Not that I'm following the story closely, however, I don't believe she ever said she had cancer.  I thought only certain news writers were reporting she had, or possibly, had cancer.

It is quite an interesting situation. I'm guessing all of those reporters are now going back to see which "doctor" and/or "close personal friend" confirmed the news back then.
Title: Re: SQUASH
Post by: JoseSPiano on January 18, 2011, 10:41:09 AM
OK...

After a nice leisurely morning, I believe I'm going to brave the cold and slush and head out for a bit to take care of some errands, as well get some fresh air.

Laters...
Title: Re: SQUASH
Post by: Jane on January 18, 2011, 10:42:15 AM

Last night DR Jane wrote:
Quote
Almost every visit my hairdresser asks if I want hairspray.  I always say no.  There was a time I wouldn't permit any product aside from shampoo & conditioner on my hair.  Now there are lots of styling products that don't bother my allergies & make my hair feel good, not sticky.

Jennifer thanks for the reminder not to use hair spray.


I use hairspray all the time.

Since I am very sensitive to scents I am always very careful. I would obviously never spray perfume on myself. And if I try a new hand cream I smell it carefully first (I am usually good for things that are chocolate, mint, fruit...).

I always try on make-up and handcreams at Sephora. And since my hair was unstyled I went for the hairspray. I did even smell it after one spray and I didn't smell anything. But OMG I really thought I was going to die. I couldn't believe it. My head just immediately hurt a lot. :(


I've had those sudden onsets of headaches from scents.  They are not fun & of course they always happen in public.  

In related news...

A few months ago, Steve found out that he was not allergic to certain scents and oils in lotions, soaps and shampoos.  However, he did find out that he was allergic to a preservative that is used in a lot of lotions, soaps and shampoos - including some meant for "sensitive skin".  And after some research - a.k.a. Google-ing - he found out that it's quite a common allergy, and, alas, it's one that gets un- or mis-diagnosed.

It may be worth investigating.

Interesting though the outcome is the same..  Are you saying he only needs to smell them to get sick?  I would expect they need to be used on the skin to cause a reaction.   

With a severe headache reaction you don't need to come in physical contact with the product, only smell it.

I know I am sensitive to many preservatives in eye products so I'm sure they could be bothersome in other products.
Title: Re: SQUASH
Post by: Dan (the Man) on January 18, 2011, 10:53:05 AM
Re:  Lennon.  Just reviewed the excellent doc LENNONYC--highly recommended.

This was wonderful!  I saw it before Christmas on PBS's American Masters and then bought the DVD.
Title: Re: SQUASH
Post by: Jane on January 18, 2011, 11:02:19 AM
My friend thought the weather forecast was hysterical. :)
Title: Re: SQUASH
Post by: Jennifer on January 18, 2011, 11:20:03 AM
Oh no poor Joshie! ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
Title: Re: SQUASH
Post by: Jennifer on January 18, 2011, 11:22:59 AM
I've never had any reaction to any shampoos or make-up. Usually it is just perfume.  I have tried some hand lotions that bothered me enough  that i would not use them. But I never got a headache from one.

I have never had a reaction to hairspray before. Btw i think the brand was Living Proof.

Interestingly when I smell hand creams, the ones that don't bother me at all are always things like milk, strawberry, banana, chocolate, vanilla, mint, candy ...


Title: Re: SQUASH
Post by: JoseSPiano on January 18, 2011, 11:43:12 AM

Last night DR Jane wrote:
Quote
Almost every visit my hairdresser asks if I want hairspray.  I always say no.  There was a time I wouldn't permit any product aside from shampoo & conditioner on my hair.  Now there are lots of styling products that don't bother my allergies & make my hair feel good, not sticky.

Jennifer thanks for the reminder not to use hair spray.


I use hairspray all the time.

Since I am very sensitive to scents I am always very careful. I would obviously never spray perfume on myself. And if I try a new hand cream I smell it carefully first (I am usually good for things that are chocolate, mint, fruit...).

I always try on make-up and handcreams at Sephora. And since my hair was unstyled I went for the hairspray. I did even smell it after one spray and I didn't smell anything. But OMG I really thought I was going to die. I couldn't believe it. My head just immediately hurt a lot. :(


I've had those sudden onsets of headaches from scents.  They are not fun & of course they always happen in public.  

In related news...

A few months ago, Steve found out that he was not allergic to certain scents and oils in lotions, soaps and shampoos.  However, he did find out that he was allergic to a preservative that is used in a lot of lotions, soaps and shampoos - including some meant for "sensitive skin".  And after some research - a.k.a. Google-ing - he found out that it's quite a common allergy, and, alas, it's one that gets un- or mis-diagnosed.

It may be worth investigating.

Oh, it's definitely a contact allergy situation, but he found that some aerosol'd products also contain preservatives, and if those get inhaled, well...
Title: Re: SQUASH
Post by: td on January 18, 2011, 11:43:34 AM
DR Jane, I thoroughly enjoyed LABYRINTH.  I think because it had to do with The Grail Legend(s).
Title: Re: SQUASH
Post by: bk on January 18, 2011, 12:20:15 PM
I have been up since nine-thirty and inundated with stuff I'd really not rather be dealing with.  I did some futzing and fixing and have managed to write a whole half page because every two seconds I am interrupted by people.  Like just now.  Singers are coming by, our rehearsal schedule for next week is now turning difficult thanks to Tuesday being Juliana's birthday and her being out of town that day - she, of course, thinks it's simple for her to come on Monday or Wednesday, but that requires the MD to come as well, and she's doing two duets so that screws up her singing partner's rehearsal.  And I will not allow only one rehearsal - that's what happened on the first two Gardenia shows and it totally does not work.  We'll see how it all plays out.

Best news is that not only will Richard Sherman be at the show, but he's now our special guest star and will be singing Feed The Birds.
Title: Re: SQUASH
Post by: Jrand73 on January 18, 2011, 12:32:43 PM
Wow!  This is excellent news.  Hopefully I will win the Powerball this week.
Title: Re: SQUASH
Post by: Jrand73 on January 18, 2011, 12:33:38 PM
DR RLP is right....DR JMK is right.....and of course DR JANE is right, too.  RE: John Galt/Atlas Shrugged

Of course NBC could do the show with the cast of 30 ROCK or THE OFFICE......
Title: Re: SQUASH
Post by: Jrand73 on January 18, 2011, 12:34:44 PM
TCM has several episodes of Screen Director's Playhouse tonight starting at 8 p.m. EST......a television series produced at the Hal Roach Studios......looks interesting.

I have written two pages today....getting started.
Title: Re: SQUASH
Post by: Ron Pulliam on January 18, 2011, 01:49:17 PM
How interesting that "Atlas Shrugged" is announced for high-profile women stars....when it's John Galt who is central and should be of -- IMO -- the greatest interest to any and every one.

I suppose so but it is the female lead who ties the story together, and she had better be darn believable as someone men should fall in love with & be worthy of John Galt.

All too often, they don't cast men who meet this qualification.

"Who is John Galt?" is one of the seminal literary catch phrases of the last 50 years.

If it was me, I'd start by finding a John Galt.  He will make or break the film (if the screenplay serves the novel correctly).  Of course, the casting of Dagny Taggart and Hank Reardon is most crucial. and their involvement/love story will be the heart of the film.
Title: Re: SQUASH
Post by: Ron Pulliam on January 18, 2011, 01:58:54 PM
Does anyone drink Oranqe Squash any more?
Title: Re: SQUASH
Post by: Ginny on January 18, 2011, 02:51:34 PM
Tuesday afternoon greetings from St. Augustine, FL, America's oldest city!  We checked out of our hotel and put our luggage in the car, which was parked in the hotel garage and where we could remain parked.  We explored some of Savannah's River Street - I did some shopping, but, alas DR Jose, the Candy Kitchen was closed for remodeling.  And, drat, I had a 15% off coupon!

We returned to the car about noon and headed south, making a lunch stop and a stop at the Jacksonville Apple Store for a new power cord for Richard's computer.  I tried to log on here from the Apple Store, but the site was blocked on their computers.  We got to our hotel about 45 minutes ago.
Title: Re: SQUASH
Post by: Jane on January 18, 2011, 03:41:44 PM
I've never had any reaction to any shampoos or make-up. Usually it is just perfume.  I have tried some hand lotions that bothered me enough  that i would not use them. But I never got a headache from one.

I have never had a reaction to hairspray before. Btw i think the brand was Living Proof.

Interestingly when I smell hand creams, the ones that don't bother me at all are always things like milk, strawberry, banana, chocolate, vanilla, mint, candy ...




Vanilla or cinnamon are scents I tend to prefer.
Title: Re: SQUASH
Post by: Jane on January 18, 2011, 03:45:43 PM

Last night DR Jane wrote:
Quote
Almost every visit my hairdresser asks if I want hairspray.  I always say no.  There was a time I wouldn't permit any product aside from shampoo & conditioner on my hair.  Now there are lots of styling products that don't bother my allergies & make my hair feel good, not sticky.

Jennifer thanks for the reminder not to use hair spray.


I use hairspray all the time.

Since I am very sensitive to scents I am always very careful. I would obviously never spray perfume on myself. And if I try a new hand cream I smell it carefully first (I am usually good for things that are chocolate, mint, fruit...).

I always try on make-up and handcreams at Sephora. And since my hair was unstyled I went for the hairspray. I did even smell it after one spray and I didn't smell anything. But OMG I really thought I was going to die. I couldn't believe it. My head just immediately hurt a lot. :(


I've had those sudden onsets of headaches from scents.  They are not fun & of course they always happen in public.  

In related news...

A few months ago, Steve found out that he was not allergic to certain scents and oils in lotions, soaps and shampoos.  However, he did find out that he was allergic to a preservative that is used in a lot of lotions, soaps and shampoos - including some meant for "sensitive skin".  And after some research - a.k.a. Google-ing - he found out that it's quite a common allergy, and, alas, it's one that gets un- or mis-diagnosed.

It may be worth investigating.

Oh, it's definitely a contact allergy situation, but he found that some aerosol'd products also contain preservatives, and if those get inhaled, well...

Inhaling can be worse than contact sometimes.  Parmesan cheese was a difficult food for me to avoid, especially at restaurants where they grate it fresh at the table.  Over the years I have developed a tolerance to it & can now eat it most of the time without a severe reaction.  If I breathe it I will have trouble breathing.
Title: Re: SQUASH
Post by: Jane on January 18, 2011, 03:47:31 PM
DR RLP is right....DR JMK is right.....and of course DR JANE is right, too.  RE: John Galt/Atlas Shrugged


;D
Title: Re: SQUASH
Post by: Jane on January 18, 2011, 03:48:50 PM
How interesting that "Atlas Shrugged" is announced for high-profile women stars....when it's John Galt who is central and should be of -- IMO -- the greatest interest to any and every one.

I suppose so but it is the female lead who ties the story together, and she had better be darn believable as someone men should fall in love with & be worthy of John Galt.

All too often, they don't cast men who meet this qualification.

"Who is John Galt?" is one of the seminal literary catch phrases of the last 50 years.

If it was me, I'd start by finding a John Galt.  He will make or break the film (if the screenplay serves the novel correctly). 

True, he has to be far better than the other guys who mustn't be slouches. :)
Title: Re: SQUASH
Post by: Ginny on January 18, 2011, 03:50:17 PM
OK, we've moved rooms because the air conditioner in our first one would have kept us awake all night.  This one is much quieter.
Title: Re: SQUASH
Post by: Jane on January 18, 2011, 03:50:39 PM
DR Jane, I thoroughly enjoyed LABYRINTH.  I think because it had to do with The Grail Legend(s).

Thank you for your feedback.  I'm very surprised you didn't have anything to say regarding WOLF HALL. 
Title: Re: SQUASH
Post by: Ginny on January 18, 2011, 03:53:08 PM
We are going to venture out for some dinner - bye for now!
Title: Re: SQUASH
Post by: Cillaliz on January 18, 2011, 04:12:08 PM
I once again managed to burn a pan of boiling eggs by forgetting they were on a high boil and working on another project ...

You should bury them in the backyard. That's what DR Sandra does when she misboils eggs.

How long does it take for the chickens to sprout?
Title: Re: SQUASH
Post by: Cillaliz on January 18, 2011, 04:21:38 PM
The funniest weather report I've ever seen:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5N1Im1xbjWQ


It's still colder than a midget in a refrigerator, lol
Title: Re: SQUASH
Post by: Cillaliz on January 18, 2011, 04:31:34 PM
The funniest weather report I've ever seen:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5N1Im1xbjWQ


She had one on the 17th too.  She cracks me up
Title: Re: SQUASH
Post by: Jane on January 18, 2011, 04:34:57 PM
The funniest weather report I've ever seen:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5N1Im1xbjWQ


She had one on the 17th too.  She cracks me up

This is the same one I watched & why I had to send it to my California friend. :)  Is there a link to the other one you saw?
Title: Re: SQUASH
Post by: Cillaliz on January 18, 2011, 04:35:21 PM
Here's the 17th...

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1f5hOXJJUYM (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1f5hOXJJUYM)
Title: Re: SQUASH
Post by: Jane on January 18, 2011, 04:37:01 PM
I thought the "personal invitation" routine was a riot. :)
Title: Re: SQUASH
Post by: Jane on January 18, 2011, 04:44:31 PM
Here's the 17th...

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1f5hOXJJUYM (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1f5hOXJJUYM)

:D 

I used to get yelled at for taking Bryan out in the winter without a coat on.  It wasn't my doing he refused to wear one.  He still rarely wears coats & it has to be freezing before he needs to bundle up.
Title: Re: SQUASH
Post by: Jane on January 18, 2011, 04:49:03 PM
I'm extremely happy with Google Chrome.  It is far superior to Firefox, at least on my computer.
Title: Re: SQUASH
Post by: Cillaliz on January 18, 2011, 04:55:48 PM
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_eR11SE0RA0 (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_eR11SE0RA0)

This is fabulous!!
Title: Re: SQUASH
Post by: TCB on January 18, 2011, 05:02:29 PM
From MOVIES UNLIMITED, Movie Fan Faire blog:

Bob Charkow says:
November 12, 2010 at 11:39 am

Quote
Irv - have you seen Jews and Baseball: An American Love Story? My nomination for Best Documentary, even though there's not a Phillie in it
Title: Re: SQUASH
Post by: Jane on January 18, 2011, 05:08:41 PM
:D TCB.
Title: Re: SQUASH
Post by: John G. on January 18, 2011, 05:13:09 PM
I have been up since nine-thirty and inundated with stuff I'd really not rather be dealing with.  I did some futzing and fixing and have managed to write a whole half page because every two seconds I am interrupted by people.  Like just now.  Singers are coming by, our rehearsal schedule for next week is now turning difficult thanks to Tuesday being Juliana's birthday and her being out of town that day - she, of course, thinks it's simple for her to come on Monday or Wednesday, but that requires the MD to come as well, and she's doing two duets so that screws up her singing partner's rehearsal.  And I will not allow only one rehearsal - that's what happened on the first two Gardenia shows and it totally does not work.  We'll see how it all plays out.

Best news is that not only will Richard Sherman be at the show, but he's now our special guest star and will be singing Feed The Birds.
Wow. Great news.
Title: Re: SQUASH
Post by: Laura on January 18, 2011, 05:22:16 PM
That was great, Cillaliz.
Title: Re: SQUASH
Post by: bk on January 18, 2011, 05:27:04 PM
Lord amighty - one interruption after another.  I've somehow managed to do three pages, but I suspect if I'm going to do any more it will be after the work session with The Singer.  But I also made some further adjustments to two other sections of the book and that involved some additions, so I've written four pages, really.  Still, I just couldn't get a flow going, which is how I work.  Every time I'd get going, the phone would ring or I'd have to respond to an e-mail or someone came by.  It was maddening.
Title: Re: SQUASH
Post by: John G. on January 18, 2011, 05:35:38 PM
That was great, Cillaliz.
It sure was.
Title: Re: SQUASH
Post by: TCB on January 18, 2011, 05:44:06 PM
Cilla, regarding yesterday's discussion, you really need to find someone who will make sure that your wishes are followed to the letter to your three babies.  MY friends Sharry and Michael are not really cat people; in fact they have four large dogs (2 Saints, a Bernise, and one something else), but they know how important Nicky is to me.  I really care less about my possessions especially after I die; but it would kill me (bad pun) to see anything terrible happen to Nick.  You really need to find someone that you can trust, and make sure that it iis all spelled out in your will.
Title: Re: SQUASH
Post by: TCB on January 18, 2011, 05:44:56 PM
The nerve of me telling a lawyer about legal matters.   ;D
Title: Re: SQUASH
Post by: John G. on January 18, 2011, 05:48:19 PM
The nerve of me telling a lawyer about legal matters.   ;D
The nerve of you to have priorities, TCB. (I feel the same way about J.B., and since he could easily live another 20 years after me, you know I made sure it was spelled out as clearly as possible. He's going to bird people in Florida where he'll be loved and protected.)
Title: Re: SQUASH
Post by: TCB on January 18, 2011, 05:51:24 PM
A very Happy Birthday to our very


infrequent poster, DR Charles Pogue.
Title: Re: SQUASH
Post by: Laura on January 18, 2011, 05:51:38 PM
Sometimes the will is not looked at until some time later. You might want to also write out your wishes regarding your pets and put it with your living will or other important papers where it will be found right away. It may not be a LEGAL document, but at least whoever is around when someone needs to make a decision about your pets would find it. Did that make sense?
Title: Re: SQUASH
Post by: John G. on January 18, 2011, 05:54:07 PM
Learned a little while ago that one of my best friends had a heart attack earlier today. He lives in Connecticut and I was hoping to see him when I went to Saratoga Springs in February. I hope can. His wife posted on Facebook that he was having an angiogram today. Don't know any more.
Title: Re: SQUASH
Post by: Laura on January 18, 2011, 05:54:41 PM
Joshie is feeling much better today. Maybe the antibiotic is making the mouth ulcers heal. Or maybe the biopsy spot has healed. He is really liking the canned food.
Title: Re: SQUASH
Post by: TCB on January 18, 2011, 05:54:54 PM
We had this young couple over to the house for dinner last night.  He's a distant cousin and she's his g.f., 22-years old and a college student.

Maybe it's me.  I have no idea.  But, over the course of the evening, names like Orson Welles, Humphrey Bogart, Clark Gable, John Dillinger, Al Capone, Jesse James, Billy the Kid, Joe Biden, John Lennon and Charlie Chaplin (whose picture was on the wall) came up, and she had absolutely no idea who were were talking about.

 :'(

It's the same thing with my 19 year old nephew, though he is very much a John Lennon fan (along with the rest of the Beatles.) 

It is pretty much impossible to get him to watch any movie made before 1995.  If it's in black & white, forget it--he will not even sit in the same room.  Judging from what I read on Twitter, he's not very different from others in his generation.
This is why colorization is coming back. And no one seems to be speaking out against it.

I see nothing wrong with colorization as long as both versions remain available.
Title: Re: SQUASH
Post by: Charles Pogue on January 18, 2011, 05:55:17 PM
Once again, thanks all for the lovely B'day wishes!
Title: Re: SQUASH
Post by: Laura on January 18, 2011, 05:55:21 PM
Prayers for your friend, John G. How scary it is getting older!
Title: Re: SQUASH
Post by: TCB on January 18, 2011, 05:55:49 PM
I once again managed to burn a pan of boiling eggs by forgetting they were on a high boil and working on another project ...

You should bury them in the backyard. That's what DR Sandra does when she misboils eggs.


How high is that mountain in your backyard?
Title: Re: SQUASH
Post by: Jane on January 18, 2011, 05:55:54 PM
Sometimes the will is not looked at until some time later. You might want to also write out your wishes regarding your pets and put it with your living will or other important papers where it will be found right away. It may not be a LEGAL document, but at least whoever is around when someone needs to make a decision about your pets would find it. Did that make sense?

Yes.  I've read horror stories of pets being taken to the pound instead of a neighbor or friend taking them.  Of course I suspect where the person lived has something to do with it. 
Title: Re: SQUASH
Post by: Jane on January 18, 2011, 05:56:34 PM
Learned a little while ago that one of my best friends had a heart attack earlier today. He lives in Connecticut and I was hoping to see him when I went to Saratoga Springs in February. I hope can. His wife posted on Facebook that he was having an angiogram today. Don't know any more.

Best of vibes for your friend!!!
Title: Re: SQUASH
Post by: TCB on January 18, 2011, 05:56:39 PM
On the other hand, I could see the younger generations point about some old movies--last night I watched A CONNECTICUT YANKEE IN KING ARTHUR'S COURT on TCM.  What a colossal bore!  And yet it was a hit in its initial release.  Go figure...


I love that movie!  In fact, I have always thought that someone should make a book out of it.
Title: Re: SQUASH
Post by: Jane on January 18, 2011, 05:56:57 PM
Joshie is feeling much better today. Maybe the antibiotic is making the mouth ulcers heal. Or maybe the biopsy spot has healed. He is really liking the canned food.

Wonderful news!!! :D
Title: Re: SQUASH
Post by: Ginny on January 18, 2011, 05:59:08 PM
DR John G - your friend is in my thoughts and prayers.  Having been there myself not long ago, I hope the damage is minimal and the procedure effective.  Please keep us posted.
Title: Re: SQUASH
Post by: KevinH on January 18, 2011, 06:00:44 PM
The weather reports were hilarious!
Title: Re: SQUASH
Post by: KevinH on January 18, 2011, 06:01:10 PM
Happy Birthday to DR Charles Pogue!
Title: Re: SQUASH
Post by: TCB on January 18, 2011, 06:01:23 PM

Last night DR Jane wrote:
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Almost every visit my hairdresser asks if I want hairspray.  I always say no.  There was a time I wouldn't permit any product aside from shampoo & conditioner on my hair.  Now there are lots of styling products that don't bother my allergies & make my hair feel good, not sticky.

Jennifer thanks for the reminder not to use hair spray.


I use hairspray all the time.

Since I am very sensitive to scents I am always very careful. I would obviously never spray perfume on myself. And if I try a new hand cream I smell it carefully first (I am usually good for things that are chocolate, mint, fruit...).

I always try on make-up and handcreams at Sephora. And since my hair was unstyled I went for the hairspray. I did even smell it after one spray and I didn't smell anything. But OMG I really thought I was going to die. I couldn't believe it. My head just immediately hurt a lot. :(





Whoops!  My apologies.  When you mentioned going to Sephora yesterday, I assumed it was some kind of Jewish meeting center.
Title: Re: SQUASH
Post by: Jane on January 18, 2011, 06:01:36 PM
Last night I finished reading NORTH & SOUTH on the Nook and the next page was the beginning of OLIVER TWIST.  Since I have only read it once I am reading it again.  I've also found out where the table of contents is ;D  I wasn't motivated enough last night to search for it limiting my book options.
Title: Re: SQUASH
Post by: Jane on January 18, 2011, 06:02:13 PM

Last night DR Jane wrote:
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Almost every visit my hairdresser asks if I want hairspray.  I always say no.  There was a time I wouldn't permit any product aside from shampoo & conditioner on my hair.  Now there are lots of styling products that don't bother my allergies & make my hair feel good, not sticky.

Jennifer thanks for the reminder not to use hair spray.


I use hairspray all the time.

Since I am very sensitive to scents I am always very careful. I would obviously never spray perfume on myself. And if I try a new hand cream I smell it carefully first (I am usually good for things that are chocolate, mint, fruit...).

I always try on make-up and handcreams at Sephora. And since my hair was unstyled I went for the hairspray. I did even smell it after one spray and I didn't smell anything. But OMG I really thought I was going to die. I couldn't believe it. My head just immediately hurt a lot. :(





Whoops!  My apologies.  When you mentioned going to Sephora yesterday, I assumed it was some kind of Jewish meeting center.

This is funny TCB.
Title: Re: SQUASH
Post by: bk on January 18, 2011, 06:10:05 PM
One Grecian Urn.
Title: Re: SQUASH
Post by: bk on January 18, 2011, 06:10:19 PM
I'm exhausted and I have no clew as to why.
Title: Re: SQUASH
Post by: bk on January 18, 2011, 06:10:44 PM
I can't seem to write more than a half a page at a time - tomorrow I will NOT allow this to happen, period.
Title: Re: SQUASH
Post by: TCB on January 18, 2011, 06:11:42 PM
So...

Aretha Franklin does not have cancer. And, apparently, never did. Hmmm... ???

Not that I'm following the story closely, however, I don't believe she ever said she had cancer.  I thought only certain news writers were reporting she had, or possibly, had cancer.

It is quite an interesting situation. I'm guessing all of those reporters are now going back to see which "doctor" and/or "close personal friend" confirmed the news back then.


Perhaps someone told her that eating would cure cancer!
Title: Re: SQUASH
Post by: TCB on January 18, 2011, 06:21:15 PM
Sometimes the will is not looked at until some time later. You might want to also write out your wishes regarding your pets and put it with your living will or other important papers where it will be found right away. It may not be a LEGAL document, but at least whoever is around when someone needs to make a decision about your pets would find it. Did that make sense?

Oh everyone knows that Sharry and Michael will be handling Nicky's adoption.  Everyone except my landlord and my minister are aware of my wishes.... And Sharry has the spare key to my apartment.
Title: Re: SQUASH
Post by: Laura on January 18, 2011, 06:21:48 PM
Joshie is feeling much better today. Maybe the antibiotic is making the mouth ulcers heal. Or maybe the biopsy spot has healed. He is really liking the canned food.

Wonderful news!!! :D

It's probably temporary. But I'm glad he's feeling better.
Title: Re: SQUASH
Post by: Laura on January 18, 2011, 06:23:45 PM
Sometimes the will is not looked at until some time later. You might want to also write out your wishes regarding your pets and put it with your living will or other important papers where it will be found right away. It may not be a LEGAL document, but at least whoever is around when someone needs to make a decision about your pets would find it. Did that make sense?

Yes.  I've read horror stories of pets being taken to the pound instead of a neighbor or friend taking them.  Of course I suspect where the person lived has something to do with it. 

Then there is the story of a neighbor who died and had in the will that the dog was to be euthanized and buried with her.
Title: Re: SQUASH
Post by: Jane on January 18, 2011, 06:24:43 PM
DR Laura vibes temporary lasts a long time!!!
Title: Re: SQUASH
Post by: TCB on January 18, 2011, 06:24:59 PM
My best wishes to DC Joshie and DR Laura.  I hope that he can remain pain free.


And health vibes to John's friend.
Title: Re: SQUASH
Post by: Laura on January 18, 2011, 06:26:59 PM
Thanks, Jane and TCB. I hope so, too.
Title: Re: SQUASH
Post by: John G. on January 18, 2011, 06:28:12 PM
Thank you, all.

And great news about Joshie.
Title: Re: SQUASH
Post by: Jane on January 18, 2011, 06:31:05 PM
Sometimes the will is not looked at until some time later. You might want to also write out your wishes regarding your pets and put it with your living will or other important papers where it will be found right away. It may not be a LEGAL document, but at least whoever is around when someone needs to make a decision about your pets would find it. Did that make sense?

Oh everyone knows that Sharry and Michael will be handling Nicky's adoption.  Everyone except my landlord and my minister are aware of my wishes.... And Sharry has the spare key to my apartment.

Your landlord should know because he/she might be the first person into your apartment.
Title: Re: SQUASH
Post by: Jane on January 18, 2011, 06:31:38 PM
Sometimes the will is not looked at until some time later. You might want to also write out your wishes regarding your pets and put it with your living will or other important papers where it will be found right away. It may not be a LEGAL document, but at least whoever is around when someone needs to make a decision about your pets would find it. Did that make sense?

Yes.  I've read horror stories of pets being taken to the pound instead of a neighbor or friend taking them.  Of course I suspect where the person lived has something to do with it. 

Then there is the story of a neighbor who died and had in the will that the dog was to be euthanized and buried with her.

I hope it was an old dog.
Title: Re: SQUASH
Post by: Laura on January 18, 2011, 06:33:15 PM
No one wanted to see it happen, Jane. (Another neighbor kept the dog, I believe.)
Title: Re: SQUASH
Post by: Laura on January 18, 2011, 06:33:27 PM
Thanks, John G.
Title: Re: SQUASH
Post by: Jane on January 18, 2011, 06:37:39 PM
No one wanted to see it happen, Jane. (Another neighbor kept the dog, I believe.)

Good, what a relief.  I could have understood if it was an old sick dog that was overly attached to the woman.
Title: Re: SQUASH
Post by: MBarnum on January 18, 2011, 06:44:09 PM
Don't leave yet DR Charles Pogue...I forgot to wish a happy birthday to ye!


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Title: Re: SQUASH
Post by: John G. on January 18, 2011, 06:49:20 PM
Great card, MBarnum.
Title: Re: SQUASH
Post by: Jane on January 18, 2011, 06:51:09 PM
Sure is.
Title: Re: SQUASH
Post by: Laura on January 18, 2011, 06:51:31 PM
LOL! Quite a card!
Title: Re: SQUASH
Post by: TCB on January 18, 2011, 07:03:02 PM
No one wanted to see it happen, Jane. (Another neighbor kept the dog, I believe.)


Did you see the news video of the dog holding vigil at his mistress's grave.  I believe it was in Argentina.  Or maybe it was Phoenix?
Title: Re: SQUASH
Post by: TCB on January 18, 2011, 07:03:39 PM





G'night!
Title: Re: SQUASH
Post by: John G. on January 18, 2011, 07:04:35 PM
G'night, TCB. I, unfortunately, have miles to go before I sleep.
Title: Re: SQUASH
Post by: Cillaliz on January 18, 2011, 07:08:03 PM
Cilla, regarding yesterday's discussion, you really need to find someone who will make sure that your wishes are followed to the letter to your three babies.  MY friends Sharry and Michael are not really cat people; in fact they have four large dogs (2 Saints, a Bernise, and one something else), but they know how important Nicky is to me.  I really care less about my possessions especially after I die; but it would kill me (bad pun) to see anything terrible happen to Nick.  You really need to find someone that you can trust, and make sure that it iis all spelled out in your will.

I know
Title: Re: SQUASH
Post by: Cillaliz on January 18, 2011, 07:09:00 PM
The nerve of me telling a lawyer about legal matters.   ;D

Yeah, well I don't have a will, so you should lecture me.   I just can't decide what I want to do with whatever is left when I'm gone.
Title: Re: SQUASH
Post by: Cillaliz on January 18, 2011, 07:09:32 PM
Sometimes the will is not looked at until some time later. You might want to also write out your wishes regarding your pets and put it with your living will or other important papers where it will be found right away. It may not be a LEGAL document, but at least whoever is around when someone needs to make a decision about your pets would find it. Did that make sense?

Yup.
Title: Re: SQUASH
Post by: Cillaliz on January 18, 2011, 07:17:46 PM
I HAVE BEEN RELEASED!!!!



from the subpoena that is...yeah I'm really glad
Title: Re: SQUASH
Post by: Jane on January 18, 2011, 07:18:33 PM
No one wanted to see it happen, Jane. (Another neighbor kept the dog, I believe.)


Did you see the news video of the dog holding vigil at his mistress's grave.  I believe it was in Argentina.  Or maybe it was Phoenix?

No but it sounds like the movie "Hachi: A Dog's Tale" based on a true story.
Title: Re: SQUASH
Post by: Laura on January 18, 2011, 07:19:00 PM
The nerve of me telling a lawyer about legal matters.   ;D

Yeah, well I don't have a will, so you should lecture me.   I just can't decide what I want to do with whatever is left when I'm gone.

When we went to do wills, we were told we didn't have enough stuff to need one. Sad.
Title: Re: SQUASH
Post by: Laura on January 18, 2011, 07:19:18 PM
Huzzah, Cillaliz!
Title: Re: SQUASH
Post by: Cillaliz on January 18, 2011, 07:50:48 PM
Thanks.  It was about 4:30 when they called me and it was snowing on top of the icy roads and single digit temps.  I was very happy that I didn't have to do the 5 hour round trip in the car tomorrow.  I would have had to leave at 6:30 am, yuck
Title: Re: SQUASH
Post by: Cillaliz on January 18, 2011, 07:52:47 PM
Last night I had a hard time getting to sleep....then at 1:30am....1:30 am....a guy came with a blade on a truck...a very noisy truck, and tool about 1/2 hour clearing my neighbors very short driveway.   I'll admit I finally yelled out the door, that people were trying to sleep... I'm sure he didn't hear me, but I felt better, although I didn't get to sleep for a couple more hours
Title: Re: SQUASH
Post by: Laura on January 18, 2011, 08:05:07 PM
1:30 a.m.?? That's crazy!
Title: Re: SQUASH
Post by: Cillaliz on January 18, 2011, 08:08:27 PM
1:30 a.m.?? That's crazy!

I KNOW!!!  I realize these guys have been working nonstop, but there is no reason that he needed to do it at 1:30 am
Title: Re: SQUASH
Post by: vixmom on January 18, 2011, 08:36:20 PM
keep falling asleep

goodnight
Title: Re: SQUASH
Post by: Cillaliz on January 18, 2011, 08:46:13 PM
Oh TOD - Sports - I like to play volleyball. Never played in school other than PE but did play intramural in law school.  I like to bowl. I even have a bowling trophy for being on a team that won our league. I also got most improved that year, haven't played in a while, but would like to again.  I like to watch college football and basketball, although I'm not as into it as I used to be.  Don't care about pro sports.  I enjoy baseball once in a while, but get a little bored watching it.   When I was in elementary school I was the only girl who played kickball at recess.  I was pretty good too!   

I started playing basketball in jr high and started track too, but I strained both of my ankles and pretty much gave up on school sports after that.  I was in pep band though and really loved being outside at the football games.  My favorite basketball was when I played in the Women's Basketball Band at KU.  It was really fun to watch them play

I liked speed ball in pe, it was like soccer, which I also enjoyed.   Never was into tennis or golf but have tried both of them.  I like sports on the Wii. 

Think that about does it
Title: Re: SQUASH
Post by: Cillaliz on January 18, 2011, 08:48:24 PM
It would be fun to find a bowling league again.  I should check it out.  The only problem is the season is REALLY long, usually September to May, too long to do something once a week.
Title: Re: SQUASH
Post by: Cillaliz on January 18, 2011, 08:49:27 PM
Growing up we used to shoot baskets in the driveway, I loved playing around the world and horse
Title: Re: SQUASH
Post by: Laura on January 18, 2011, 08:56:44 PM
My DH enjoyed the Atlanta weather reports and the synchronized swimming videos.
Title: Re: SQUASH
Post by: Laura on January 18, 2011, 08:57:10 PM
I do not play sports. Of any kind.
Title: Re: SQUASH
Post by: JoseSPiano on January 18, 2011, 09:03:29 PM
Good Evening!

So...

Over the past couple of hours...

Hot Chocolate (Dark Chocolate)
Pretzel Croissant

Malted Chocolate Chip Cookie
Root Beer Float Cookie

Sour Thai Sausage
Salted-Fish Fried Rice
Fried Morning Glory (Watercress) Seafood Salad
Fried Basil and Chicken
Roast Pork with "Gravy"

Hot Fudge Sundae (One scoop of Coffee Chip, one scoop of Raspberry)
Title: Re: SQUASH
Post by: JMK on January 18, 2011, 09:09:55 PM
I get a little kick out of watching the Amazon sales rankings spike on some of these lesser known titles I review.  I just reviewed a nice Harmonia Mundi release of the lesser known Gounod opera Mireille, and the sales rank went from 143,134, to around 15K after the review.  Of course that probably means 2 people bought it LOL.  :)
Title: Re: SQUASH
Post by: Cillaliz on January 18, 2011, 09:20:39 PM
My DH enjoyed the Atlanta weather reports and the synchronized swimming videos.

:D
Title: Re: SQUASH
Post by: George on January 18, 2011, 09:40:33 PM
A Very Happy Birthday to DR Charles E. Pogue! ;D
Title: Re: SQUASH
Post by: George on January 18, 2011, 09:43:22 PM
The funniest weather report I've ever seen:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5N1Im1xbjWQ


This is very funny!
Title: Re: SQUASH
Post by: George on January 18, 2011, 09:44:32 PM
Joshie is feeling much better today. Maybe the antibiotic is making the mouth ulcers heal. Or maybe the biopsy spot has healed. He is really liking the canned food.

Wonderful news!!! :D

It's probably temporary. But I'm glad he's feeling better.

~~~Continued Vibes for DC Joshie!!~~~
Title: Re: SQUASH
Post by: Laura on January 18, 2011, 09:47:15 PM
Thanks, George.
Title: Re: SQUASH
Post by: George on January 18, 2011, 09:49:42 PM
I have been up since nine-thirty and inundated with stuff I'd really not rather be dealing with.  I did some futzing and fixing and have managed to write a whole half page because every two seconds I am interrupted by people.  Like just now.  Singers are coming by, our rehearsal schedule for next week is now turning difficult thanks to Tuesday being Juliana's birthday and her being out of town that day - she, of course, thinks it's simple for her to come on Monday or Wednesday, but that requires the MD to come as well, and she's doing two duets so that screws up her singing partner's rehearsal.  And I will not allow only one rehearsal - that's what happened on the first two Gardenia shows and it totally does not work.  We'll see how it all plays out.

Best news is that not only will Richard Sherman be at the show, but he's now our special guest star and will be singing Feed The Birds.

Nice! 
Title: Re: SQUASH
Post by: Sam on January 18, 2011, 10:05:22 PM
Hi   ;D
Title: Re: SQUASH
Post by: Laura on January 18, 2011, 10:06:24 PM
Hi Sam.
Title: Re: SQUASH
Post by: George on January 18, 2011, 10:06:49 PM
Hello, Sam. :)
Title: Re: SQUASH
Post by: George on January 18, 2011, 10:07:20 PM
Learned a little while ago that one of my best friends had a heart attack earlier today. He lives in Connecticut and I was hoping to see him when I went to Saratoga Springs in February. I hope can. His wife posted on Facebook that he was having an angiogram today. Don't know any more.

~~~Get Well Quickly Vibes for DR John G.'s Friend!!~~~
Title: Re: SQUASH
Post by: Sam on January 18, 2011, 10:07:43 PM
Untill I get used to the new year being overwhelming in my head, i'll be a little absent in posting and keeping up during the week.  

Sending mega vibes and happiness to everyone.

 :)
Title: Re: SQUASH
Post by: Sam on January 18, 2011, 10:10:21 PM
I think i figured out my Sundays though, sleep till i wake up, listen to about 5 hrs of music, then take a walk before it gets dark.  That seemed to calm me down a lot last Sunday.   It was fun too.

I just think i can do it all.  And i can't anymore.
Title: Re: SQUASH
Post by: Sam on January 18, 2011, 10:12:26 PM
Happy birthday to Charles Pogue  8)
Title: Re: SQUASH
Post by: Sam on January 18, 2011, 10:14:15 PM
Dear John, I know what you mean about 22 yr olds, we have several at work and I just want to smack them on the back of the head sometimes, a conversation can become frustrating.
Title: Re: SQUASH
Post by: Sam on January 18, 2011, 10:22:29 PM
Hi Laura
Title: Re: SQUASH
Post by: Sam on January 18, 2011, 10:22:43 PM
Hi George
Title: Re: SQUASH
Post by: Sam on January 18, 2011, 10:24:47 PM
Sleep.   

 :) ;) ;D 8) :-[ :-*