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Well, you've read the notes, the notes were romantic and pink, and now it is time for you to post until the romantic cows come home.
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And the word of the day is: AMATIVE!
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That's what I'M talkin' about.
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No one in the jernt to do a screen shot of the new plateau I just achieved - 35,000 postings.
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And a very happy haineshisway.com birthday cheer to dlevy!
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Where in tarnation IS everyone?
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I'm the only one in the jernt.
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Well, me and the four GUESTS.
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How can I get randy with anyone when I'm the only one in the jernt?
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I can always tell the story of The Randy Vicar and the Fruit Compote.
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Well, I guess I shall toddle off to the bedroom environment.
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But first, let me tell the story of The Randy Vicar and the Pudding Cup.
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DR MBarnum, really enjoyed hearing of your tales and doings in LA. :)
The pictures weren't bad, either! ;)
Any shots of the mini-HHW gathering to share?
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Don't have a favorite Valentine's day-there was a traumatic one in 2nd grade when my huge valentine to a Miss anonoymous was falsely claimed by another 2nd grader. The only thing that has made up for this in years hence, was learning the song MY FUNNY VALENTINE, 1st on an album my godmother gave me, Mary Martin Sings Richard Rodgers plays, and other recordings by Eileen Farrell, babs, and a 2nd by Miss M. Those have all consoled me for my 2nd grade trauma.
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Since it was named after a saint and being of the jewish faith I was not allowed to do anything. As I grew up I didn't really care about as it has become another commercial day
HISTORY
There are varying opinions as to the origin of Valentine's Day. Some experts state that it originated from St. Valentine, a Roman who was martyred for refusing to give up Christianity. He died on February 14, 269 A.D., the same day that had been devoted to love lotteries. Legend also says that St. Valentine left a farewell note for the jailer's daughter, who had become his friend, and signed it "From Your Valentine". Other aspects of the story say that Saint Valentine served as a priest at the temple during the reign of Emperor Claudius. Claudius then had Valentine jailed for defying him. In 496 A.D. Pope Gelasius set aside February 14 to honour St. Valentine.
COMMERCIALIZATION
Gradually, February 14 became the date for exchanging love messages and St. Valentine became the patron saint of lovers. The date was marked by sending poems and simple gifts such as flowers. There was often a social gathering or a ball.
In the United States, Miss Esther Howland is given credit for sending the first valentine cards. Commercial valentines were introduced in the 1800's and now the date is very commercialised. The town of Loveland, Colorado, does a large post office business around February 14. The spirit of good continues as valentines are sent out with sentimental verses and children exchange valentine cards at school
OTHER COUNTRIES
In Wales many people celebrate Dydd Santes Dwynwen (St Dwynwen's Day) on 25 January instead of or as well as St Valentine's Day. The day commemorates St Dwynwen, the patron saint of Welsh lovers.
In France, a traditionally Catholic country, Valentine's Day is known simply as "Saint Valentin", and is celebrated in much the same way as other western countries.
In Denmark & Norway Valentine's Day (14 Feb) is known as Valentinsdag. It is not celebrated to a large extent, but a lot people take time to eat a romantic dinner with their partner, to send a card to a secret love or give a red rose to their loved one. In Sweden it is called Alla hjärtans dag ("All Hearts' Day") and was launched in the 1960s by the flower industry's commercial interests, and due to influence of American culture. It is not an official holiday, but its celebration is recognized and sales of cosmetics and flowers for this holiday are only bested by those for Mother's Day.
In Finland, Valentine's Day is called Ystävänpäivä which translates into "Friend's day". As the name says, this day is more about remembering all your friends, not only your loved ones.
In Slovenia, a proverb says that "St Valentine brings the keys of roots," so on February 14, plants and flowers start to grow. Valentine's Day has been celebrated as the day when the first works in the vineyards and on the fields commence. It is also said that birds propose to each other or marry on that day. Nevertheless, it has only recently been celebrated as the day of love. The day of love is traditionally 12 March, the Saint Gregory's day. Another proverb says "Valentin - prvi spomladin" ("Valentine — first saint of spring"), as in some places (especially White Carniola) Saint Valentine marks the beginning of spring.
In Romania, the traditional holiday for lovers is Dragobete, which is celebrated on February 24. It is named after a character from Romanian folklore who was supposed to be the son of Baba Dochia. Part of his name is the word drag ("dear"), which can also be found in the word dragoste ("love"). In recent years, Romania has also started celebrating Valentine's Day, despite already having Dragobete as a traditional holiday. This has drawn backlash from many groups, reputable persons and institutions[25] but also nationalist organizations like Noua Dreaptǎ, who condemn Valentine's Day for being superficial, commercialist and imported Western kitsch.
In Turkey, Valentine's Day is called Sevgililer Günü which translates into "Sweethearts' Day".
According to Jewish tradition the 15th day of the month of Av - Tu B'Av (usually late August) is the festival of love. In ancient times girls would wear white dresses and dance in the vineyards, where the boys would be waiting for them (Mishna Taanith end of Chapter 4). In modern Israeli culture this is a popular day to pronounce love, propose marriage and give gifts like cards or flowers.
In Brazil, the Dia dos Namorados (lit. "Day of the enamored", or "Boyfriend's/Girlfriend's Day") is celebrated on June 12, when couples exchange gifts, chocolates, cards and flower bouquets. This day was chosen probably because it is the day before the Saint Anthony's day, known there as the marriage saint, when many single women perform popular rituals, called simpatias, in order to find a good husband or a boyfriend.
In Colombia, the Día del amor y la amistad (lit. "Love and Friendship Day") is celebrated on the third Friday and Saturday in September, because of commercial issues. In this country the Amigo secreto ("Secret friend") tradition is quite popular, which consists of randomly assigning to each participant a recipient who is to be given an anonymous gift (similar to the Christmas tradition of Secret Santa).
In Venezuela, the Día del amor y la amistad(lit. "Love and Friendship Day") is also celebrated but this one does happen the 14th of February. The Amigo secreto ("Secret friend") tradition is also popular in Venezuela.
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Good morning, all! I was out of bed around 6:30 today; I had some laundry I wanted to finish by 9:30, and it's now in the washer. In another 10 minutes I'll amble down the street and put it in the dryers, come back here and mop the place with Steri-Fab.
After all that, I'll head down to Toyland for a bit and then stop off to the NYPL. I think that's the end of today's errands.
Much as I like one of the designers on PROJECT RUNWAY, I thought Johnny One-Note should have been sent home.
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Good morning all.
We plan on indulging in What's Up Doc this evening after dinner.
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GOOD MORNING, ONE AND ALL!
As for the TOD, I think that Tony Bennett said it best,
"The best is yet to come."
:-*
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We plan on indulging in What's Up Doc this evening after dinner.
Watching it with a whole group of people should be a real blast! :)
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DR dlevy!![/color][/size]
Whomever/wherever you may be! :)
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Good Morning!
I'm up, I'm up... And... Well.. Oh..
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How many bullets are left, Chino? How many, and still have one left for the set designer?
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*And, yes, it has becoming overtly commercial over the years, but what "holiday" hasn't? In any case, I still get a kick out of watching people exchange knowing glances as well as actually Valentine's Cards. It's always nice noticing the extra Love in the air. ;)
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And now I must dash off to play for some dancing coal miners. -Ain't that a grand way to spend part of Valentine's Day! ;)
Laters...
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I'm listening to
Bryn Terfel Sings Rodgers and Hammerstein
It's a nice way to spend the morning on Valentine's Day
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Valentine's Day greetings!
TOD - 1985, a snowy Feb. 14 in SW Ohio. Richard and I drove to Oxford, OH, for an appointment with my obstetrician. During an ultrasound, we heard and saw the beating heart of our DS Rob. What a valentine!
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Happy birthday to Mr. dlevy!!!
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Good morning, fellow Dear Readers. We don't celebrate Valentine's Day. We celebrate Arizona' birthday, which is 96 years old today. I think I'll celebrate by going for a walk!
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Chocolate for everyone!
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Chocolate for everyone!
But not for me (a Gershwin reference).
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My favorite Valentine's Day story involved meningitis.
Anyone out there want to hear a story about meningitis?
:P
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And the happiesst of birthdays to my Dearest nephew Wilson (who is a smart and wonderful human being). DR Music Guy (Wilson's other uncle) helped raise him and treated him like a smaller adult while my sister was attending school-- probably the most fulfilling period in my life.
He is 14 (so they say), but I could have sworn he was born just a few years ago. Although he proved it the last time he visited me that he was at the special age by being entranced by the photos of wonderful starlets from the 50's and 60's. So, I KNOW he's 14! And a sweet kid!
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Der Brucer and I don't really bother with Valentines Day.
Joe, in the meat department, and his husbear Bill don't really bother with Valentines Day, either.
Larry, who is two days older than I, is still aching over his David passing away last August.
Ed (customer service) can't be bothered. Neither can Jeff (deli).
So that's five out of five at the store who don't celebrate Valentine's Day. Or seven out of seven, depending on how you count.
On the other hand, it snowed last night, and the ground is whitened and pretty. But it won't last.
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Happy Birthday[/size][/color] to DR Kerry's DN Wilson!!
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I don't think that folks are nearly as interested in celebrating Valentine's Day as the merchants are.
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Happy Birthday, Wilson!
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And the word of the day is: AMATIVE!
And The Song Of The Day Is: ALL OF YOU
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Happy 14th birthday to Wilson, dear nephew of DR Kerry.
Today is also the birthdate of
Nancy Harkness Love (http://www.pbs.org/wgbh/amex/flygirls/peopleevents/pandeAMEX03.html)
Local author Sarah Byrn Rickman has written the first biography of this renowned aviator and this afternoon a co-worker and I are going to a book event at the Engineers Club.
Dayton's a big aviation history town, you know.
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And To ALL OF YOU
HAPPY VALENTINE'S DAY
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Chocolate for everyone!
Now THAT'S the kind of Valentine's Day wish I can get SOLIDLY behind.
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Good morning!
The rain of the past two days is gone, and it's a bright, clear, and cold morning, warming to the upper 40s-low 50s. Beautiful day, and as I'll be going out to lunch later, I'll be enjoying the fresh air some.
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I've been in two long-term relationships in my life, and though we did do things for each other on Valentine's Day, I can't remember anything especially memorable.
I do remember the last Valentine's Day that Frank and I celebrated, we had reservations at one of the swankiest restaurants in the city, and as we were getting dressed, we talked about trying to enjoy food in fancy clothes and decided then and there to cancel the reservation, call for take-out, and enjoy the dinner comfortably and where we could be intimate without disapproving eyes of onlookers around us.
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TV Reminders!
LOST. New. Tonight.
New ELI STONE tonight as well.
SURVIVOR and APPRENTICE have new episodes.
SMALLVILLE and SUPERNATURAL have new episodes!
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Once again (second time in three weeks), I'll get to see SMALLVILLE in HD, but then SUPERNATURAL is preempted by a basketball game and delayed until early in the morning hours (where the broadcast is SD rather than HD). BOO!
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Today I'll be watching the controversial 1985 film WALKER with Ed Harris. This is one of those films that critics either love or despise. Maltin loathes it, but other critics have voiced great support for its outlandish motifs. I've never seen it, so I go in not knowing what to expect and ready for anything.
It's by the director of SID AND NANCY, so I know it won't be easy going.
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Spoo! Forgot that LIPSTICK JUNGLE is also new tonight.
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[move=up,scroll,6,transparent,100%]HAPPY VALENTINE'S DAY to all![/move][/glow]
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My Valentine's recommendation to all: get the Herbie Hancock Joni Mitchell CD. Wowza!
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Happy Birthday to DR KERRY's Nephew Wilson.
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Congratulations to MR BK on 35,000 posts!
And he can ask Mr BIG why he never cast Miss Allison Hayes in any of his movies. 8)
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Thanks for the reminder, DR JRand57. I was remiss in forgetting to CONGRATULATE[/color] bk on his lofty new plateau.
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Congratulations to MR BK on 35,000 posts!
And he can ask Mr BIG why he never cast Miss Allison Hayes in any of his movies. 8)
Possibly because she was egregiously untalented as an actress?
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Last night's "Project Runway":
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I agree with Larry about Rami Kashou. He has consistently shown us the same thing over and over. Very much in the vein of last season's "Ule" and her tie-dyed flowing garments.
I agreed with Christian's comment to the camera about Chris doing that collar...AGAIN. He could have had a large collar without doing the left-shouldered exaggeration. That said, I think Roberto Cavalli's comments assured Chris of an opportunity to do a collection.
May the best man win out when they do the three-strongest-looks walk-off before fashion week.
I think Christian pretty much has this competition sewn up. Jillian is a close 2nd....she has exquisite taste and workmanship. Christian has creative imagination, flair and fabulousness. Hmmmm....which WILL the judges pick?
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Happy VALENTINE's Day, All!
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Today is "my" Friday.
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My favorite Valentine's Day story involved meningitis.
Anyone out there want to hear a story about meningitis?
:P
What the heck. YES!
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I am looking forward to tonight's TV....SO MANY SHOWS I LOVE! And ALL NEW!
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Today is "my" Friday.
The world is your oyster, eh? :D
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DITTO! (What festive graphics for Love Day, DR SingingValentine)
Or as I like to say:
Happy, Happy Heart Day! :-*
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The world is your oyster, eh? :D
More like my "lobster".
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Der Brucer and I don't really bother with Valentines Day.
Joe, in the meat department, and his husbear Bill don't really bother with Valentines Day, either.
Larry, who is two days older than I, is still aching over his David passing away last August.
Ed (customer service) can't be bothered. Neither can Jeff (deli).
So that's five out of five at the store who don't celebrate Valentine's Day. Or seven out of seven, depending on how you count.
On the other hand, it snowed last night, and the ground is whitened and pretty. But it won't last.
What a sad story. If I were there, I'd come drop off a little valentine for each of you. EVERYONE (even if it has become an exploited-for-finanical-gain kind of day) should get a valentine on Love Day. It's not about what it's become, but what it stands for -- L-O-V-E !
Feel the Love!!! Yeah, baby!!
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How many bullets are left, Chino? How many, and still have one left for the set designer?
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This from our beloved Singdaw? That sweet, lovable pussycat? I don't know what to think. ;)
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I guess I should say GOOD MORNING! while it's still morning.
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AGAIN!
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I haven't seen PROJECT RUNWAY yet, but I like Rami. Yes, he has dipped his toes into the draping well too many times, but his clothes are always wonderfully crafted and fit the models like gloves. I would love to see a collection of his designs. I hope he gets to go to Fashion Week.
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Well, the Leonard Cohen track leaves a little to be desired (IMHO), but the *rest* of the Hancock Mitchell CD is faboo.
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Now I must head down and get cleaned up for lunch out with friends.
WBBL.
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I'm here with my DR MATTH hat on, doing laundry, having stripped all my bedding.
I believe it was DR JANE who so posted so sagely, THERE IS ALWAYS LAUNDRY.
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For those not in the mood, here's a little heartglow for you:
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Yep, we get a few of these at the store.
Speaking of which, I've got to get going.
Maybe der Brucer will regale everyone with his meningitis on Valentines Day story.
Or maybe not.
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Chocolate for everyone!
I second that!
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Tonight I am looking forward to SURVIVOR, APPRENTICE and LOST.
And i actually watched the first 2 episodes of ELI STONE this past weekend. I was not necessarily expecting to like it. But i really did.
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I adore MY FUNNY VALENTINE. One of my very very most favorite songs.
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Gotta scam -- but may you all feel the love today (and many more!)
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All of my valentines have been sent and received. (Given my experiences with the USPS that is some sort of achievement.)
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More like my "lobster".
Pink and wrinkly? ;)
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PROJECT RUNWAY SPOILER QUESTION
Haven't they allowed four lines in fashion week before? I'm hoping they call it a draw between Rami and Chris, simply unable to decide, and allow them both to go to Fashion week.
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having stripped all my bedding.
Someone needs a valentine... if it's resorted to that ... ;)
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Valentine's Day greetings!
TOD - 1985, a snowy Feb. 14 in SW Ohio. Richard and I drove to Oxford, OH, for an appointment with my obstetrician. During an ultrasound, we heard and saw the beating heart of our DS Rob. What a valentine!
Yes, what a memorable valentine!
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OMG such interesting stuff is happening in real time in the big brother house.
I am quite happy about one development!
http://www.hamsterwatch.com/
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By the way, Valentines Day and Easy-Scan do not mix very well.
All of the balloons, and a lot of the flowers, have little tags the Floral Shoppe has written on, instead of the usual bar codes.
The tags include a PLU number and a price.
The poor customers try to scan the tags, instead of putting in the PLU number.
And even if they do put in the PLU number, it still doesn't work correctly with the Easy Scan registers, because the price has to be put in by the attendant.
That's how I spent most of my red-shirt day yesterday.
Today, I'm wearing standard register lincoln green.
I wonder if it would be correct to ask some of those hapless guys, who will come to my register bearing flowers, balloons, cards and candy - "Does she really put out for chocolate?"
Because if she doesn't, that's a lot of money being spent on what, exactly?
Valentine's Day brings out the cynic in me.
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Gotta scam
Is that a Freudian slip? 8)
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On the other hand, it snowed last night, and the ground is whitened and pretty. But it won't last.
Lucky you, DR SWW! We didn't get no stinkin' snow--I'd forgotten it was in the forecast. Snow is soooo pretty!
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Continuing with my Hancock Mitchell monologue ;): Tina Turner really does a superb job on "Edith and the Kingpin." I didn't even realize it was her until I looked at the CD cover. I think it's my fave track, though Norah Jones' "Court and Spark" is also exceptional.
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HAPPY BIRTHDAY to DR KERRY's DN WILSON!
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CONGRATS to BK on his new plateau!
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Where'd that MISS KAREN go? I always miss her. She leaves just as I get here. Hum...
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For those not in the mood, here's a little heartglow for you:
;D
Thank you, Ron!
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Time to get ready to skate over to the Engineer's Club. Sidewalks were pretty icy this morning - hope co-worker Nancy and I don't end up doing a throw triple axel or anything.
Bye for now!
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BK, One of the first professional screenwriting assignments I had was re-writing a FRANKENSTEIN script by Bert I. for Sy Weintraub. It is a very good script. I thinnk they went off and began to shoot it with Bert I. directing, but it closed down after a few days. Bert I. and I should revive it.
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Pink and wrinkly? ;)
Have you ever SEEN a lobster? It's not like your butt!!!
No...the world is like a lobster. It requires hard work to reach the sweetest rewards. Add a little buttah, and it's nirvana!
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Where'd that MISS KAREN go? I always miss her. She leaves just as I get here.
DR Jeanne - I wouldn't take it personally! 8)
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That's our DR RLP: getting to the meat of the matter! :D
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PROJECT RUNWAY SPOILER QUESTION
Haven't they allowed four lines in fashion week before? I'm hoping they call it a draw between Rami and Chris, simply unable to decide, and allow them both to go to Fashion week.
Traditionally, it was three, but last year they sent all four: Michael, Laura, Ule and Jeffrey.
I'm not sure whether it was because all four were considered too strong NOT to send, or what.
This year, I think they've been a bit impressed by Rami's skills but a bit flustered by his draping-draping-draping everything he touches.
Chris was one of the first "auf'd", but was brought back when Jack had to leave the show because of illness. As Chris was the last to leave at that point, he got the return ticket. Since then, he's been pretty consistently on-the-beam, and was the reason Christian got the win in their team effort, and won for his own design last week (the "tackiest challenge", in Chris's own words).
I personally thought Chris should have been the third selection with Rami auf'd, especially given his sentiments expressed during the show pooh-poohing everyone else's attempt to go all out. The judges critiqued him for not having gone all out, as it turns out, and thatta shoulda been thatta.
Still...there's a balance that has been struck. If both men return with "wow" looks and the judges decide to "deadlock" again, they could both go and four lines will again compete.
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Thank you, Ron!
You're most 'wekkum!
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Where'd that MISS KAREN go? I always miss her. She leaves just as I get here. Hum...
You lucky "you"!
I'm going to have to study your posting patterns and adjust mine to coincide with yours.
;D
(Just kidding around, Miss Karen! I'd rather spar with you online than have to play catch-up!)
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I'm up and ready for a smooch. There, I just gave myself one.
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The writer's, as I said they would be last weekend, are back at work - they were, in fact, back yesterday when the WGA overwhelmingly voted to accept the deal that was presented to them last weekend. Since it was basically known at both the East and West coast meetings that the deal was acceptable, the strike was over then, but for the people who like to have their i's dotted, it's over now, although the actual vote is happening now, I believe.
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Thanks for the Project Runway analysis, Ron. Well-summarized.
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Welcome eight GUESTS - be our Valentine.
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OMG such interesting stuff is happening in real time in the big brother house.
I am quite happy about one development!
http://www.hamsterwatch.com/
Please post a SPOILER Warning and tell us what you mean. I hope it's not because one of last night's evicted allegedly returned. I missed a bit of what went down and why Jacob and his ex were the first to leave but I don't think either should get a second chance without the other getting one, too.
Also, Adam is one of my favorite people in the house. And I can't believe how rude, arrogant and totally misguided that 47-year-old has been about him. I mean, she HAS looked in a mirror, hasn't she??????? He's got her beat in the looks department by several MILES!
Actually, you don't want me to get started on her at all. When she complained about his smoking and told one of the other girls how gross it was for the show to expect her to kiss a smoker. What does she think the show is for? Does she think it's an orgy house? Why would she think ANYone there would want to KISS her? She acted like she was being forced to marry/have sex with the guy. All the show did was tell her that he was her partner for the show. He's among the strongest men in the house. If she was smart, she'd make peace and work with him to win as much and as many competitions as possible. She's a sad, sorry individual in my book -- the mother of a 16-year-old boy carrying on like a "slut-in-heat" whose dreams weren't fulfilled by the Prince Charming fairy.
Well....I said you didn't want to get me started on her. And I've not said half of what I might have. :D
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Will we never get to page five?
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Have answered a plethora of e-mails.
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http://www.maniacworld.com/frozen-in-grand-central-station.html
this is really cool. Was anyone there to see it? Have you seen this anywhere else?
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http://www.maniacworld.com/frozen-in-grand-central-station.html
this is really cool. Was anyone there to see it? Have you seen this anywhere else?
I haven't been able to take part in any of their stunts yet (they do far too many of them on Saturday), but the masterminds behind this project belong to a group called Improv Everywhere (http://www.improveverywhere.com). This one (http://www.improveverywhere.com/2005/12/10/suicide-jumper/) is still my favorite.
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Thanks for the Project Runway analysis, Ron. Well-summarized.
'wekkum! My pleasure!
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I'm listening to
Bryn Terfel Sings Rodgers and Hammerstein
It's a nice way to spend the morning on Valentine's Day
Or any day! *swoon*
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Chocolate for everyone!
Is it milk chocolate? ;)
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I haven't been able to take part in any of there stunts yet (they do far too many of them on Saturday), but the masterminds behind this project belong to a group called Improv Everywhere (http://www.improveverywhere.com). This one (http://www.improveverywhere.com/2005/12/10/suicide-jumper/) is still my favorite.
Thanks for the info, Elan. I thought the Grand Central was fabulous. The jumper was good too
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Valentine's Day greetings!
TOD - 1985, a snowy Feb. 14 in SW Ohio. Richard and I drove to Oxford, OH, for an appointment with my obstetrician. During an ultrasound, we heard and saw the beating heart of our DS Rob. What a valentine!
WOW! I can't think of a better Valentine's Day. :)
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TOD, I don't really have any memorable Valentine's Days....except the one where I decided that I was going to divorce my husband...in the long run, I guess that was a very good day :)
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From Matt H:
DR Edi told us the other day that THE CLOSER would return in July.
Thank you. I checked Edi’s last 500 posts (as much as I can ever pull up) and didn’t find it.
Since DEXTER is moving to CBS, and season 1 will be airing beginning Sunday, we shall be watching.
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Is it milk chocolate?
COW-ABUNGA![/size]
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I, too, loved DR Ginny's Valentine's Day story. :)
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I can't view it as I'm at work, but I believe DR JoseSPiano posted the "Frozen Grand Central" video link last week.
And yes, it IS cool! :)
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I'm here with my DR MATTH hat on, doing laundry, having stripped all my bedding.
I believe it was DR JANE who so posted so sagely, THERE IS ALWAYS LAUNDRY.
;D Yes, that was me. I'm not doing laundry at the moment, I should be but I'm not.
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Actually, you don't want me to get started on her at all. When she complained about his smoking and told one of the other girls how gross it was for the show to expect her to kiss a smoker. What does she think the show is for? Does she think it's an orgy house? Why would she think ANYone there would want to KISS her? She acted like she was being forced to marry/have sex with the guy. All the show did was tell her that he was her partner for the show. He's among the strongest men in the house. If she was smart, she'd make peace and work with him to win as much and as many competitions as possible. She's a sad, sorry individual in my book -- the mother of a 16-year-old boy carrying on like a "slut-in-heat" whose dreams weren't fulfilled by the Prince Charming fairy.
Well....I said you didn't want to get me started on her. And I've not said half of what I might have. :D
I got a kick out of your rant.
I'm not following this, but I've been rather curious how they figure people are "soul mates" & why they mismatched the age so much, unless the guy likes older women & she likes younger men. If they are matching people, then you don't put a non-smoker with a smoker.
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Oh, cute. That's clever. ::)
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I hate doing laundry and always procrastinate, but I feel guilty when all I have to do is walk down to the basement; whereas some of our city-dwelling DRs have to walk down the block to do it! :-\
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DR MBarnum, really enjoyed hearing of your tales and doings in LA. :)
The pictures weren't bad, either! ;)
Any shots of the mini-HHW gathering to share?
I failed to bring my camera's connector dohicky, so I am unable to upload the photos to my laptop...but once back at home I shall post photos for everyone's enjoyment!
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Oh, cute. That's clever.
Must stick up for the cows! :D
By the way, have you met DR chickens?
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Interesting and Informative note-
MY FUNNY VALENTINE was from a Rodgers and Hart Musical called BABES IN ARMS. In the show a character named Billie Smith sings the song to a man named VALENTINE LAMAR.
So- The song so long identified with Valentine's Day is really addressing a Character in the show. But give credit to the genius of Larry Hart to write a lyric that has Universal Meaning Today.
The Verse -Seldom sung because it needs to be sung by a woman goes as follows
"Behold the way our fine feathered friend
His virtue doth parade
Thou knowest not my dim-witted friend
The picture thou hast made
Thy vacant brow and thy tousled hair
Conceal thy good intent
Thou noble upright truthful sincere
And slightly dopey Gent.
You're my funny Valentine........."
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Today I will celebrate Valentine's day by checking out of the motel in Glendale and checking in to the hotel in Burbank. Isn't that festive!
Happy Valentine's day to you all....I'd kiss ya, but I just washed my hair.
(http://i11.ebayimg.com/05/i/000/da/0f/44a1_1.JPG)
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Happy Valentine's Day to All!
Happy Birthday to All whose birthday is today!!
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Must stick up for the cows! :D
By the way, have you met DR chickens?
Yes, they're the reason we're here, actually. They were really clucking about this place & we thought we'd see for ourselves. It's unfortunate that they don't post much.
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I'm at home now. I'm sick. I'm all congested and it hurts when I cough and my head aches and I feel like crap. :P I went to bed last night before 11:00 pm (which is early for me ::)) and I probably didn't sleep more than a half hour at a time. AARRGGHH!! I hate being sick.
Pity me.
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The only good thing about being home is that I now have time to watch last week's "Lost" before tonight's episode comes on. :)
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So I hope everyone has a better day than I'm having.
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Until later. :)
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Oh, DR George, that's awful. I'm so sorry!
***FEEL BETTER PRONTO VIBES***
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(http://www.bloganything.net/wp-content/uploads/2007/04/cows-eat-chicken.jpg)
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MBarnum, I too have been enjoying your L.A. stories. I hope the rest of your stay is just as wonderful.
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Luncheon plans:
I shall "Be Italian" today.
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Dear Cows: I found this portrait, and I wonder if it's of you....
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The only thing better would be portrait of DR RLP, reposing on the cowskin rug... :)
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BK, if you go tonight to set up at the Ray Courts Show (as many of the celebs do), just check where you are seated and if you do not like, do as Laurie Mitchell does and switch places with someone who has not set up yet!
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It is now time to pack up! Oh, and the sun is back out. Hurray!
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I shall "Be Italian" today.
You rapscallion! :D
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Cows are soooo cute! We would have one if it could live in the house. I saw a miniature cow once but they wouldn't sell it to me.
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And now I must dash off to play for some dancing coal miners. -Ain't that a grand way to spend part of Valentine's Day! ;)
Laters...
Step, kick, twirl, kick!
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Possibly because she was egregiously untalented as an actress?
I think you just may receive a bitchslap all the way from Indiana!!!!!
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Must stick up for the cows! :D
By the way, have you met DR chickens?
Don't feed the animals. 8)
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Actually, we were thinking people should eat more lamb. Doesn't this make you hungry? Come on, you know you're salivating right now for a lamb filet or a nice fat rack of chops.
(http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2219/2265577560_f6d246c69f.jpg?v=0)
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I've never set up the night before - what time do they do it?
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DR George, feel better soon. I have a mild cold, but it is the Benadryl I took last night that has me spending this Valentine’s Day wanting to crawl back into bed-too sleep.
I must admit, the romance seems to have gone out of this day for us. Don't worry, only in the day, not the marriage :)
We have been apart on far too many Valentine’s Days, so just being together is special. Although separation had its advantages, Keith used to send me beautiful flower arrangements.
I kept the first special card I ever received, from my boyfriend in 4th grade. He only signed it from….., still it was a nice card. I'm sorry to say I don't know what happened to the first cards Keith gave me. Considering how many years I went without a special card, between 4th grade to 12th, it was very special.
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Dear Cows: I found this portrait, and I wonder if it's of you....
No Dear, that's what happens to the boy cows who aren't studly enough. ;)
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Actually, we were thinking people should eat more lamb. Doesn't this make you hungry? Come on, you know you're salivating right now for a lamb filet or a nice fat rack of chops.
(http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2219/2265577560_f6d246c69f.jpg?v=0)
NO! NO! NO! Admittedly they taste better but Lambs are just as cute as you are.
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That photo is too cute.
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Aww, DR Jane, you are so sweet.
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Michael S- It has become such a non-religious holiday I’m surprised you didn’t celebrate Valentine’s Day. Were you orthodox?
I emailed Craig and asked him about the tradition in Romania & if he celebrated either day.
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Aww, DR Jane, you are so sweet.
I would love to give you a big kiss on your cute face.
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I've never set up the night before - what time do they do it?
In the Wee Small Hours of the Morning...
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I saw a miniature cow once
Like this?
(http://www.littlemoos.com/images/F.jpg)
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From Michael S:
In Romania, the traditional holiday for lovers is Dragobete, which is celebrated on February 24. It is named after a character from Romanian folklore who was supposed to be the son of Baba Dochia. Part of his name is the word drag ("dear"), which can also be found in the word dragoste ("love"). In recent years, Romania has also started celebrating Valentine's Day, despite already having Dragobete as a traditional holiday. This has drawn backlash from many groups, reputable persons and institutions[25] but also nationalist organizations like Noua Dreaptǎ, who condemn Valentine's Day for being superficial, commercialist and imported Western kitsch.
Craig said "Yeah, that is accurate. But for the most part, younger people take the opportunity and celebrate both. We included."
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LOL Singdaw. It was a dwarf cow, about the size of that baby.
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You think Keith will show more enthusiasm for this day if I get dressed & make myself look presentable? ;D I might also have the same reaction.
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I think you just may receive a bitchslap all the way from Indiana!!!!!
I can take it. It's the price one pays sometimes for saying truth!
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You think Keith will show more enthusiasm for this day if I get dressed
I would think just the opposite! 8)
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The only thing better would be portrait of DR RLP, reposing on the cowskin rug... :)
I only do that on bare skins.....
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I would think just the opposite! 8)
Sometimes, the most fun is imagining what's underneath and then unwrapping the package...!
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No Dear, that's what happens to the boy cows who aren't studly enough. ;)
There aren't any "boy cows'.
As the picture "was" of a cow hide, perhaps it wasn't a very nice cow.
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(http://www.gifs.net/Animation11/Everything_Else/Love/valentines_day.gif)
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LOL Singdaw & Ron. Let me reword that, out of my pj's & into something more form fitting & attractive.;)
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I would love to give you a big kiss on your cute face.
So would we!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ELGSPY7Y5Kc
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZDI4f13fF04
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June
I have a moo cow
A new cow,
A true cow
Named Caroline
Louise
Moo, moo, moo, moo
June
She's an extra-special
Friend of mine
Louise
Moo, moo, moo, moo
June
I like everything
About her fine
Louise
Moo, moo, moo, moo
June
She likes to moo in
The moonlight
When the moody moon appears
And when she moos in the moonlight
Gosh, it's moosic
To my ears
she's so moosical
She loves a man cow,
A tan cow
Who can cow her
With a glance
Louise
Moo, moo, moo, moo
June
When he winks at her
She starts to dance
Louise
Moo, moo, moo, moo
June
It's what grown-ups call
A real romance
Louise
Moo, moo, moo, moo
June
But if we moooved
To the city
Or we settled
By the shore
She'd make the mooove
'Cause she
Loves me more!
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out of my pj's & into something more form fitting & attractive.
I guess that rules out a Moo-moo...
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;D ;D For sure!
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(http://www.gifs.net/Animation11/Everything_Else/Love/many_hearts.gif)
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There aren't any "boy cows'.
You're trying to argue semantics with a farm animal. :o
Since he's been castrated, a steer might as well be a cow, eh? ;)
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Got milk?
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You're trying to argue semantics with a farm animal. :o
You're taking me to task for arguing with a cow that has access to a computer and can type?
;D
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So would we!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ELGSPY7Y5Kc
Keith will have to watch this one, he will love it. Keith loves cows more than I do.
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You're taking me to task for arguing with a cow that has access to a computer and can type?
;D
ROTFLOL!
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Tomorrow is a big day for our boys.
Craig has an exam for an extremely competitive fellowship program he wants very much. It would be a wonderful opportunity.
And Bryan has an interview at another university in Chicago.
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Will we never get to page seven?
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So it is written, so it shall be done - page seven.
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Will we never get to page eight?
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I gotta tell you.
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Future-determining vibes for both sons of DR Jane and her DH Keith!
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Thank you DR Ginny.
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Song for the cows
(to the tune of "Five Foot Two")
Four-foot two, eyes of blue
But oh what those four feet could do
Has anybody seen my cow?
Runny nose, hooves for toes
Heifer, yes sir, one of those
Has anybody seen my cow?
But if you run into a four foot two
sporting some horns
Evil eyes, batting flies
You can bet your life no calves were born
But oh the milk,
Oh the cream
Fastest cud you've ever seen
Has anybody seen my cow?
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Cute Matthew. :)
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Thanks for all the laughs & helping me wake up.
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Has anyone gone to Cow's website? If not, you should do so. ;D
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(http://www.bloganything.net/wp-content/uploads/2007/04/cows-eat-chicken.jpg)
;D
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Dear Cows: I found this portrait, and I wonder if it's of you....
;D
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FEEL BETTER SOON VIBES to DR GEORGE!
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Sorry you're not feeling well, DR George - do you like chicken soup?
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I've been having a nice day. I did three loads of laundry--not fun, but needed--read lots of posts, then took a walk. The sun is out--it's a bit chilly, but dressable. I bought a cute birthday card for a friend, had lunch, and browsed a local bookstore.
A sign I spotted: I LOVE YOU MORE THAN CHOCOLATE.
And, yes, I had a bit of chocolate.
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Interesting and Informative note-
MY FUNNY VALENTINE was from a Rodgers and Hart Musical called BABES IN ARMS. In the show a character named Billie Smith sings the song to a man named VALENTINE LAMAR.
So- The song so long identified with Valentine's Day is really addressing a Character in the show. But give credit to the genius of Larry Hart to write a lyric that has Universal Meaning Today.
The Verse -Seldom sung because it needs to be sung by a woman goes as follows
"Behold the way our fine feathered friend
His virtue doth parade
Thou knowest not my dim-witted friend
The picture thou hast made
Thy vacant brow and thy tousled hair
Conceal thy good intent
Thou noble upright truthful sincere
And slightly dopey Gent.
You're my funny Valentine........."
Thanks for the info, Arnold. I shall have to add BABES IN ARMS to my viewing list.
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Yes, they're the reason we're here, actually. They were really clucking about this place & we thought we'd see for ourselves. It's unfortunate that they don't post much.
Word really gets around, doesn't it? The chickens don't seem to have much to say. I've always felt that cows were MUCH more intelligent.
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Sounds like a nice day so far, DR Jeanne! :)
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You're trying to argue semantics with a farm animal.
Stranger things have happened on HHW. :P
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***VIBES OF SUCCESS***[/size][/color]
to DR Jane's DSs, Craig & Bryan!![/size][/color]
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The only thing better would be portrait of DR RLP, reposing on the cowskin rug... :)
He wouldn't have to be recognizable, of course. He could even take another name--one from a favorite film.
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bK, you should be able to set up around 6 pm on as that is when I go to scout out movie materials (early birds can get in tonight to do that). All the vendors will be setting up this evening.
Now, am I to presume you are not joining me at Bollywood Cafe? You have not returned my phone message that I left you earlier today. I am heading there right now 'cause I is hungry!
DR Cows, do not fret...I shall eat none of you...but perhaps your cousin Goat, instead.
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Actually, we were thinking people should eat more lamb. Doesn't this make you hungry? Come on, you know you're salivating right now for a lamb filet or a nice fat rack of chops.
(http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2219/2265577560_f6d246c69f.jpg?v=0)
I think that's an ad for vegetarianism.
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Thanks for the info, Arnold. I shall have to add BABES IN ARMS to my viewing list.
Warning Jeanne, Babes in Arms, the movie is a different animal from the Broadway musical. Many changes were made including the removal of many of the Rodgers and Hart songs
Babes in Arms the Movie (http://www.jgdb.com/arms.htm)
It's certainly fun to watch but it's not what you might have expected.
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Someone may have already submitted this, but it was a big part of my childhood (i led a deprived childhood :'(--no not depraved, well, atl east until not later in life):
I never saw a purple cow;
I never hope to see one.
But I'd rather see one than to be one.
Actually a purple cow would be kind of neat!
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DR MBarnum - thanks for letting us all accompany you on your LA adventure! Looking forward to the photos when you get home.
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DR Ben - have fun seeing What's Up Doc? tonight. I find the elevator joke very funny.
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Cows and chickens said there was good grazing over here.
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You're taking me to task for arguing with a cow that has access to a computer and can type?
Yes, I was wondering about the typing part. Archy the cockroach jumps on the keys. But that was YEARS ago. Now there's software. Cows, do you use special software, such as speech recognition software?
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It's a pig, it's a pig, it's a house-breaker pig!!!
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Song for the cows
(to the tune of "Five Foot Two")
Four-foot two, eyes of blue
But oh what those four feet could do
Has anybody seen my cow?
Runny nose, hooves for toes
Heifer, yes sir, one of those
Has anybody seen my cow?
But if you run into a four foot two
sporting some horns
Evil eyes, batting flies
You can bet your life no calves were born
But oh the milk,
Oh the cream
Fastest cud you've ever seen
Has anybody seen my cow?
;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D
Where else but at HHW??
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Sounds like a nice day so far, DR Jeanne! :)
My little walks around my 'hood don't compare to Jose's, of course, but I like them.
One thing about living on the East Coast--I appreciate a nice, sunny day!
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Warning Jeanne, Babes in Arms, the movie is a different animal from the Broadway musical. Many changes were made including the removal of many of the Rodgers and Hart songs
Babes in Arms the Movie (http://www.jgdb.com/arms.htm)
It's certainly fun to watch but it's not what you might have expected.
thanks for the warning, Ben. I've been watching lots of old musicals lately and will watch BABES IN ARMS, if only for historical value, but I am glad you let me know. And MY FUNNY VALENTINE was in another film--was it PAL JOEY? I knew it wasn't new to that film.
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PROJECT RUNWAY SPOILER QUESTION
Haven't they allowed four lines in fashion week before? I'm hoping they call it a draw between Rami and Chris, simply unable to decide, and allow them both to go to Fashion week.
They did last year, for the first time, I believe. I was also0 hoping they'd go that way this year, especially after the first elimination who I have always through didn't deserve to be that far along in the competition. Alas, they didn't do it.
The finals will still be fun.
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Someone may have already submitted this, but it was a big part of my childhood (i led a deprived childhood :'(--no not depraved, well, atl east until not later in life):
I never saw a purple cow;
I never hope to see one.
But I'd rather see one than to be one.
Actually a purple cow would be kind of neat!
Isn't there a drink called a Purple Cow? (Where are all our foodies?)
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From Matt H:Thank you. I checked Edi’s last 500 posts (as much as I can ever pull up) and didn’t find it.
Since DEXTER is moving to CBS, and season 1 will be airing beginning Sunday, we shall be watching.
Sorry you didn't find it, but she did say (type) it. The only thing I had read about THE CLOSER was that it would return this summer. Edi was the one who mentioned July specifically.
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I'm so sorry to read that you're under the weather, DR George.
I hate being sick at any time, but for me, being sick in the winter is THE WORST.
So, here's hoping you feel better soon!
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PIGS!! We have PIGS now??
Oh, my!! The farm is certainly well-represented today!
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Lunch ran long so I didn't have enough time to watch any complete movies this afternoon.
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I finished TORCH SONG which I had watched about 1/3 of last night. This must have been a three-strip Technicolor movie because there are a few scenes that have hideous registration and focus problems. The rest looks fine.
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Yes, Luke and Noah did have a segment on the special Valentine's Day edition of AS THE WORLD TURNS. Not nearly as romantic as I was hoping, but at least they were represented.
I forgot to check the previews for tomorrow, but the show is still on the DVR so I'll check later when I fire up the cable box again.
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The farm is certainly well-represented today!
All we need now is old man MacDonald! :)
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And I ended the afternoon watching PROJECT RUNWAY. After reading the comments here, I wasn't really surprised or dismayed by the results. Looking at the last creations, I'd have to say the judges probably did pick wisely to have the most interesting and creative Fashion Week representatives.
I'm very curious to see what these three people come up with for their fashion lines.
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All we need now is old man MacDonald! :)
It wouldn't surprise me a bit if he showed up since the rest of his farm seems to be represented.
::)
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In the mail today were two review copies: the Sean Penn-directed INTO THE WILD and the already in release THE INVASION on Blu-ray. Since it has already streeted, I'll watch THE INVASION tonight.
INTO THE WILD doesn't come out until the first week of March, so there's plenty of time to watch that and still beat the release date.
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Good Afternoon!
<giggle, giggle, giggle, giggle, giggle, giggle>
;D
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Here's the latest on NBC and Fox's plans for later in the season:
The Peacock on Wednesday said it would begin rolling out new episodes of existing shows on April 3, when Thursday laffer "My Name Is Earl" returns with an hourlong seg; "30 Rock," "The Office" and "Scrubs" will return a week later, on April 10, along with "ER."
"Law & Order: SVU" returns to firstrun status on April 15, while the "L&O" mother ship returns to orbit on April 23. Peacock drama "Medium" began a run of original segs last month.
NBC also made official what's long been expected: Newcomers "Chuck" and "Life" have been renewed for next season, but they won't air any more original segs this season. "Heroes" has also been picked up for next season and is also being delayed until fall, when it will air only originals.
As for Fox, net will bring drama "Bones" back with between four and six originals starting Monday, April 14, at 8 p.m. (paired with newbie "Canterbury's Law").
Also, Fox has indeed asked "House" to shoot four or five more episodes this season, although those airdates have not yet been determined.
Comedy "Back to You" still has two segs left in the can, while "'Til Death" has one more; Fox has made no decision yet on whether either will produce any more this season.
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<giggle, giggle, giggle, giggle, giggle, giggle>
;D
And what music, praytell, do farmers and cowmen coal miners dance to? :P
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Step, kick, twirl, kick!
That and so much more!
The dance call for Billy Elliott was very cool, very physical, very athletic and very viscreral. -And, consequently, very sweaty too. It really was an amazing way to start the day. It was like 42nd Street, Stomp, Tap Dogs and "American Gladiators" all wrapped into one. In fact, they even had to modify the combination after the choreographer's assistant "footed" a hole in the wall of the rehearsal studio. OOPS!! ;)
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All we need now is old man MacDonald! :)
Oh, yes! Where IS that old coot?
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...And then after my audition session, I went ahead and headed on down to Chelsea Barber to get my hairs cut. I got another great cut, and, best of all, there was no wait for a free chair when I got there. :)
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after the choreographer's assistant "footed" a hole in the wall of the rehearsal studio.
A friend of mine once did that at the gym during a step class! :D
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Then I just decided to walk up to 72nd Street since it actually turned out to be quite a nice, sunny day. :)
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Where IS that old coot?
Oooh! Ooooh! I so want to go there, but I'm not gonna get myself in trouble.
Oh yes, I'm reticent!
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And as for my <giggles>, well...
When I got to the studio, I had a text on my cellphone wishing me a Happy Valentine's Day. I really wasn't sure who it was from, but the number looked familiar, so I went ahead and texted back, "Same to you." Then I got another text... And so on and so forth. Well, after a couple of exchanges - through which I found out the person I was texting back and forth with was in London(!?!?!?) (his number was being routed through a New York office) - it turned out the person had somehow "programmed" his phone to send out a greeting to everyone in his cellphone's phone book. He was one of the assistant's assistant for a project I worked on last summer. He was the one who called me to confirm the time and venue. Very strange, very funny, confusing and giggle-inducing. At least for me. ;)
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I'm sure there are many double meanings in these posts that I miss. In fact, at first I'd try to correct any double meanings I found in my own posts. Then I decided "WTH" and let them be used as fodder for others.
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MBarnum - didn't get your message until just now - sorry. But I will be setting up this evening - that way I don't have to get there too early in the morning tomorrow.
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I did some errands.
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As for Improv Everywhere... I also like the Abercrombie & Fitch stunt. And, of course, their annual "Underpants Subway Ride" is a classic. ;)
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Gotta scoot. Hope to see ya again, cows!
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My co-worker and I had a delightful time at the book event. She invited me to be her guest at the Engineer's Club beforehand for lunch and it was nice to be in a downtown venue that's not a homeless shelter.
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WOW! My blog is getting enough daily hits to "incur" spam! HOO and RAY! ;)
*Thankfully, Wordpress.com has built in software to catch and screen it all.
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I picked up my mail and there was a really lovely fan letter from a fellow in Texas, whose favorite film is - wait for it - Spaceship, aka The Creature Wasn't Nice. Go know. He sent me two photos to sign, which I did. The included letter was very sweet and heartfelt.
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As for "Project Runway", well... All I can say is that it's very hard having a friend who works for the publicity department for Bravo. :-X
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He wouldn't have to be recognizable, of course. He could even take another name--one from a favorite film.
Like what? "Meet Joe Black"?
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And I ended the afternoon watching PROJECT RUNWAY. After reading the comments here, I wasn't really surprised or dismayed by the results. Looking at the last creations, I'd have to say the judges probably did pick wisely to have the most interesting and creative Fashion Week representatives.
I'm very curious to see what these three people come up with for their fashion lines.
I'm very curious to see all four lines. Quite possibly, they'll all show in competition just as four folks were given the go-ahead to develop a collection.
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I'm so sorry to read that you're under the weather, DR George.
I hate being sick at any time, but for me, being sick in the winter is THE WORST.
So, here's hoping you feel better soon!
My worst "colds" were the summer kind.
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~~~~~GET WELL VIBES FOR DR GEORGE~~~~~
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HAPPY BIRTHDAY, WILSON!!!!!
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DR singdaw - Hmmm... Chik-Fil-A :)
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WOW! Is it really past 5:00pm here on the East Coast already? I guess I must have wandered to and fro for a bit longer than I thought.
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I am still SO disappointed that I won't get SUPERNATURAL in HD. Last week's show in HD was such a masterful use of cinematography, and I hate missing out on what could be a great HD episode.
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Anyway, I guess I'll head down now and clean the bedroom areas before settling in with THE INVASION (one of bk's most raved-about recent movies - NOT) and then prime time TV.
WBBL.
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I am still SO disappointed that I won't get SUPERNATURAL in HD. Last week's show in HD was such a masterful use of cinematography, and I hate missing out on what could be a great HD episode.
I shall endeavor to relish it for both of us, then...!
:(
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OOOOHHH!!!!
JetBlue starts service between LAX and JFK in May! Special fares from $129 each way! Hmm.... And HHmmm... again. :)
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Tomorrow is a big day for our boys.
Craig has an exam for an extremely competitive fellowship program he wants very much. It would be a wonderful opportunity.
And Bryan has an interview at another university in Chicago.
Vibes to the two sons of the dearest DR Jane.
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Well, well, well, Who Knew? (http://www.usnews.com/articles/business/best-careers/2007/12/19/librarian-executive-summary.html)
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BK, what does the "I" stand for in Bert I. Gordon? Ignatz?
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For any collectoholics and soundtrack fans - I have just listed a humungous number of Oscar Promo CDs I've gotten over the years - I just have no room for these and I never listen to them. There are some extremely rare items that have never had official score releases, many have more music than their commercial counterparts.
It's over at
http://www.filmscoremonthly.com/board/posts.cfm?threadID=48347&forumID=2&archive=0
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For any collectoholics and soundtrack fans - I have just listed a humungous number of Oscar Promo CDs I've gotten over the years - I just have no room for these and I never listen to them. There are some extremely rare items that have never had official score releases, many have more music than their commercial counterparts.
It's over at
http://www.filmscoremonthly.com/board/posts.cfm?threadID=48347&forumID=2&archive=0
And why didn't you just send these all to DR Ron Pulliam directly? ;)
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Good Evening!
Well, I had entertained the idea of heading down to Chelsea Clearview Cinemas myself tonight to catch "What's Up Doc?" on the big screen, but... Then a friend of mine thought he had an extra ticket for Joshua Bell's concert tonight at Carnegie Hall - accompanied by the amazing Jeremy Denk - but then his partner ended up getting back into town this afternoon from an emergency business trip (a day early), so... And just now, for reasons which will most likely remain unknown, I decided to do a "bottle check and clear" of some of the stuff in the fridge door... -Yes, beer does go bad. -Yes, champagne does go bad. -And just how many bottles of salad dressing can one have at one time?!?! And, Yes, bottled horseradish does go BAD! :-\ But at least now there's a bit more room in the fridge door.
And all I want to do now is sit down and veg and watch TV. -Besides, I also have a full day of Billy Elliott dance calls tomorrow, so...
Ah, well...
....And that's what Valentine's Day means to me.
;)
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I think that's an ad for vegetarianism.
The first meat I stopped eating, was also my absolute favorite meat.....made from these cuties.
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HA!
I just received a...
HAPPY SINGLES DISCRIMINATION DAY
card from a friend of mine.
;D
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Hello new DR Pig. If Keith had his way a cute pig like yourself would be part of our family.
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Sorry you didn't find it, but she did say (type) it. The only thing I had read about THE CLOSER was that it would return this summer. Edi was the one who mentioned July specifically.
I knew she said something, I couldn't find any mention of it. That of course doesn't mean it wasn't there, just didn't show up in the last 500 posts when I did a CLOSER search.
Thanks for letting me know.
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Good Afternoon!
<giggle, giggle, giggle, giggle, giggle, giggle>
;D
;D It has been a fun day. :)
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Good day one and all!
Happy Valentines day to one and all
Happy Singles empowerment day for those of us who are single that singledom can be just as glorious!
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And as for my <giggles>, well...
And I thought your giggles were from reading todays posts, adding to the confusion. ;D
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And Happy Old Marrieds Day, for those of us who have been married too long to worry about a marketing holiday!
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And I thought your giggles were from reading todays posts, adding to the confusion. ;D
Well, that too. It looks like HHW is turning into a Virtual Zoo.
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DakotaCelt, your inbox is full.
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Well, well, well, Who Knew? (http://www.usnews.com/articles/business/best-careers/2007/12/19/librarian-executive-summary.html)
You are appreciated!
And you enjoyed your workday. How very nice. :)
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And Happy Old Marrieds Day, for those of us who have been married too long to worry about a marketing holiday!
;D ;D Now I don't feel so bad we pretty much let this holiday slide.
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Thank you very much DRs Singdaw & TD. It is all very exciting, and nerve racking, at the same time.
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The included letter was very sweet and heartfelt.
Very nice :)
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Tomorrow is a big day for our boys.
Craig has an exam for an extremely competitive fellowship program he wants very much. It would be a wonderful opportunity.
And Bryan has an interview at another university in Chicago.
~~~Vibes of Success for Jane's DSs Craig and Bryan!!~~
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Thanks Singdaw, Jane, Jeanne, Ginny, Matt H., and Jose. :) I'm feeling a little better, but the headache seems to come and go. I wish it would just go. :P
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Sorry you're not feeling well, DR George - do you like chicken soup?
Actually, I don't like chicken soup. My bad. ::)
;)
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Thank you DR George. Vibes your headache stays away.
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...I did call Steve earlier to wish him a Happy Valentine's Day. I wanted to leave a message on his machine, however, it turned out he was home sick today. So... We had a nice chat, and it was just nice to talk to each other again and catch up in person and not via voicemail and instant messages.
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AH! So that's what they meant by an "enhanced" episode of "Lost". ;)
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Good news and disappointing news regarding “Life”
I’m looking forward to Bones returning.
Thanks for the update DR Matt H.
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Hello new DR Pig.
What is this, Strange Cargo all of a sudden?
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Please don't forget Jessica Lange as "Frances, the Talking Mule" in our new menagerie. :)
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This little one was in our paper today. She was born not to far from Ashland.
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Hmm... I'm feeling sleepy already... ???
-Just sayin'.
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Try again Laura...
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Cute picture Jane
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re: big brother
Please post a SPOILER Warning and tell us what you mean. I hope it's not because one of last night's evicted allegedly returned. I missed a bit of what went down and why Jacob and his ex were the first to leave but I don't think either should get a second chance without the other getting one, too.
Also, Adam is one of my favorite people in the house. And I can't believe how rude, arrogant and totally misguided that 47-year-old has been about him. I mean, she HAS looked in a mirror, hasn't she??????? He's got her beat in the looks department by several MILES!
Actually, you don't want me to get started on her at all. When she complained about his smoking and told one of the other girls how gross it was for the show to expect her to kiss a smoker. What does she think the show is for? Does she think it's an orgy house? Why would she think ANYone there would want to KISS her? She acted like she was being forced to marry/have sex with the guy. All the show did was tell her that he was her partner for the show. He's among the strongest men in the house. If she was smart, she'd make peace and work with him to win as much and as many competitions as possible. She's a sad, sorry individual in my book -- the mother of a 16-year-old boy carrying on like a "slut-in-heat" whose dreams weren't fulfilled by the Prince Charming fairy.
Well....I said you didn't want to get me started on her. And I've not said half of what I might have. :D
Okay i will post another post with a spoiler of what i meant. Although there was a one paragraph blurb in the link i posted which summarized it.
Actually, though re: what you said about adam and his older soulmate. I could actually not disagree with you more.
I loathe adam so much. He disgusts me. ANd i cannot stand a single second he is on.
I will grant you that the woman handled things wrong. She should not have said how much he disgusted her. But come on, there is no way that they could have had matching test scores. To me they are complete opposites.
I honestly just think sheila was so shocked that CBS would match them as soulmates. Maybe her reaction was overboard. But i disagree with you. I find adam to be lacking in every way. But i think she is quite beautiful for her age. I believe she was some type of model. And i really like her.
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Thanks very much for the PROJECT RUNWAY spoilers. WE are about 6 weeks behind. And right now i have absolutely no idea who is left (i just really hope i will not find out F3 or who wins).
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Cute picture Jane
Thanks DR Dakota. I think the photo was put in the paper just for all us DR's today. ;)
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Very cute cow, Jane.
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RE: BIG BROTHER
LIVE FEED SPOILERS
FOR DR RonP
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I have not read what has happened yet today.
But there had been huge developments last night.
Actually one might upset you. The guy Neil (the brown haired guy in the gay couple) abruptly left the show. I think he had a family emergency.
apparently his partner got to choose his new partner and he chose sharon. The reason i am so happy is because i just loved her. And was really sad at how stupid they made things (power couple choosing which team went, HATED THAT).
Anyhow not sure if you know but the twist that jen and ryan are dating got out. I surely hope his partner did not blab. But i suspect she did. She is so dumb if she did. I don't get why she was so upset he had a gf. It was like she was jealous. I would have been thrilled to know i had a guaranteed alliance of 4 that could not turn on me.
Anyhow because of her stupidity (or whoever outed them) the two couples are now up for eviction.
If she did blab then i hope she gets the boot.
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Oh and another BIG BROTHER SPOILER FOR RONP:
SPACE
SPACE
SPACE
I think sheila and adam are getting along now. She made him breakfast this morning and sat on his lap and told him she was glad they were partners!
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Thank you DR Laura.
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It's great, I can read all about Big Brother without having to watch it.
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http://www.maniacworld.com/frozen-in-grand-central-station.html
this is really cool. Was anyone there to see it? Have you seen this anywhere else?
Interesting... ;D
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Lovely new avatar Elan
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Welcome to DR Pigs and DR Cows.....
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GEt well vibes for George
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Jane, they wanted to make their presence known!
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Like this?
(http://www.littlemoos.com/images/F.jpg)
Singdaw,
There is such a thing as miniature cow. I have seen them before
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Actually, we were thinking people should eat more lamb. Doesn't this make you hungry? Come on, you know you're salivating right now for a lamb filet or a nice fat rack of chops.
(http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2219/2265577560_f6d246c69f.jpg?v=0)
What a sweet lamb...
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DR JAne, re: your BIG BROTHER comment.
Actually a lot of people read about the show online (some actually get the live feeds and watch).
It's weird, but i don't do spoilers for any reality show cause those shows have already happened. But i find for BB since it's happening live that reading what is going on on the live feeds really enhances the experiences.
I have not found too many good sites this year.
But i love http://www.hamsterwatch.com
This guy, dingo, summarizes the major occurances in one paragraph!
I also like the television withoutpity spoiler thread. There isn't that much to read so it goes fast.
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Oh and here is another BIG BROTHER LIVE FEED SPOILER
SPACE
SPACE
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SPOILER
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apparently jen and ryan (who have been boyfriend and girlfriend outside the house for 9 months) had sex in the bathroom. I wonder if they will show anything.
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Thanks Jennifer. I looked at some of the live feeds after I posted. I really only glanced, without opening them. There sure is a lot of stuff out there on the show.
I was also curious if I could find my cousin's name in the production listing but I failed-LOL.
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'night
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Sad news from Northern Illinois University today... When will it stop?
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To answer Jane's question from earlier.
No I was not orthodox.
It was when I was younger I was a strong believer and since Valentine's Day was named after a saint I rejected the concept of the day. When I started to question my beliefs by that time Valentine's Day was just another day to me.
I also have never celebrated Mardi Gras.
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Sad news from Northern Illinois University today... When will it stop?
The shooter was a coward. He took his own life. I wish they wouldn't so they suffer for the rest of their lives over what they did. I think that would be a better punishment.
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LOST tonight.
I love Naveen Andrews.
I might have to watch THE ENGLISH PATIENT soon, since I watched a lot of BRIDE & PREJUDICE last night.
This show just continues to astound me.
And the preview for next week's episode. . . .hmmmmm.
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Sad news from Northern Illinois University today... When will it stop?
I agree Jose... I have wondered the same thing. Since I work at night I sometimes wonder if something like that could happen here.
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Well, that too. It looks like HHW is turning into a Virtual Zoo.
who said anything about virtual?
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Really sweet cow, Jane.
I meant to send vibes to Bryan and Craig, too. So: vibes to Bryand and Craig.
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If DRs chickens, cows, and pigs will be regulars here--and I certainly hope they will--then I wonder if we should give our Official HHW Wardrobe Mistress, ie Miss Karen, a heads-up. You know, we may need some specially fitted togas.
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Good night.
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Well... Time for me to Wussburger...
Goodnight.
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Back from a nice dinner at Stanley's and then setting up at the Hollywood Collector's Show. Am I glad I went down there - there'd been a screwup with where I was sitting - I originally told them to seat me next to Bert I. Gordon, but my name tag wasn't there. A couple of days ago the fellow whose musical I'm mentoring said he'd asked them to seat him and Steve Kanaly near me so we could shmooze. So they'd moved me next to Kanaly in no man's land. I found Ray Courts and got him to move me back to Bert, so I'm now between Bert and Mackenzie Phillips, who I know and adore. So, that should be fun. MY table is all set up.
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Miss Channing was there and while I do adore her as a performer she just is so annoying, as always. I courteously went over and said hello, introducing myself as the person who'd produced the revival Dolly album. I could see her mind working (even though she's a bit elderly she's till sharp) and she said, "Yes - we never finished the album." I looked at her, smiled, and said, "Well, actually we did - it was nominated for a Grammy." The women she was with looked at her and said, "Isn't that GREAT? That's wonderful." Carol couldn't really say any more, so she said, "I had no idea, that's very nice." And I walked away as quickly as I could.
It's going to be a good show, though - George Kennedy and Frank Stallone, both of whom I worked with, Peter Falk, Ed Asner and the Lou Grant cast, Ernest Borgnine, Molly Bee, Stella Stevens, Carol Lynley, Pamela Sue Martin and lots of others. But I also think there are some no shows, as there were about seven tables sans name tags.
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I began my evening with THE INVASION on Blu-ray. I didn't dislike it as much as bk did. I actually thought the set-up was a marvelous variation on the original plot. But as the movie proceeded, it did run off track and completely fell apart by the end (like the screenwriter tired of the project and just wrapped it up quickly to be done with it). So, I found it overall very disappointing.
Marvelous cast though. Lots of big names, and a nice surprise seeing Veronica Cartwright since she was in the 70s version as well.
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And the Blu-ray was 90% spectacular. In certain light motifs, the picture went totally flat and dead, but most of it was dimensional, colorful, and razor sharp. The Dolby Digital TrueHD soundtrack was also superb.
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Quiet tonight here at the library... Most of the week has been a zoo!
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Nasty weather yesterday... Today was cold...
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bk, didyou get my pm?
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I watched the bonus features for THE INVASION. Three crummy little love-fests with cast and crew running a total of less than 10 minutes. There was also a 19 minute piece on the kinds of subtext that the "invasion" has represented in three of the four versions of the story. It was of adequate interest but not great.
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SMALLVILLE had one of my least favorite episodes of the season tonight. I really found it pretty tedious going.
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As for LOST, DR td was absolutely correct - another astounding episode. These writers are simply amazing coming up with these reveals and surprises.
I will say that I was one step ahead of them with the girl in the flash forward. But otherwise, they surprised me throughout tonight's episode.
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ELI STONE had a wonderful episode tonight, really involving and with some excellent surprises.
I have to say that I don't care much for that junior lawyer who keeps inflicting herself on Eli. Obviously, they're setting her up as a potential love interest down the road, but she irritates me instead of being endearing as I assume the writers want her to be.
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Tomorrow I'll have SUPERNATURAL (most likely in SD) to watch while I cook and eat lunch.
And then I'll probably watch Criterion's WALKER that I had originally planned to watch today.
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I have only seen a few episodes of Lost and it is not a bad show. However, I will admit that I do not keep up with the show enough to understand the full story.
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Well, I have some writing to take care of, so I'll take my leave for now.
Good night!
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Page Twelve Tin Man Dance!!!
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And now I'm REALLY going!
Good night!
;D
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Have a good evening Matt...
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I saw in the newspaper today that David Groh passed away. He was my favorite thing about the show RHODA, and I remember not being happy when he left the series.
(http://www.rhodaonline.com/rhoda_s1_ep1.jpg)
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My hotel room at the Marriott is fabulous!!! The hotel has been remodeled since I was last here and the rooms, especially, have improved 100%! It really looks like a 200 dollar a night room now (of course I got a special of $109 because I am attending the Ray Courts show here).
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After eating lunch at the Bollywood Cafe in Studio City I then spent the afternoon at Eddie Brandt's Saturday Matinee looking through tons of movie stills, selected several goodies which I will go back and get tomorrow...I still have a few titles to look for there.
Then tonight I wandered through the ballroom at the Marriott where all the vendors and celebrities will be located. Many of the vendors were open for business this evening for us early birds and again I found a few much needed movie stills.
I also visted the dashing BK and the ever beautiful DR Adriana who, as BK mentioned above, came to make sure they were sitting where they should.
I am looking very forward to seeing all of the celebrities tomorrow and Saturday.
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Have fun at the Ray Courts show MBarnum
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Thank you DakotaCelt, I am certain that I will!
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GEt well vibes for George
Thanks, Dakota. I'm still feeling sick so I think I'll take tomorrow off from work, also.
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I'm watching "Eli Stone" right now, and right after, I'm going to bed. So, good night, all.
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finished watching a motion picture on DVD.
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No one in the jernt but li'l ol' me.
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Where in tarnation IS everyone?
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I gotta tell you.
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Will we never get to page thirteen?
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I still have to get up pretty early tomorrow - have to shave and shower and do the do, and then I want to get to the hotel by nine-fifteen, otherwise parking will be difficult.
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What am I, doing a monologue?
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At the show tonight, there were lots of early birds buying from the dealers.
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I will single-handedly take us to page thirteen.