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Title: THE PROOF IS IN THE PROOFING
Post by: bk on February 02, 2019, 12:30:45 AM
Well, you've read the notes, the notes were proofed, and now it is time for you to post until the proofed cows come home.
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Post by: bk on February 02, 2019, 12:31:34 AM
And the word of the day is: SIRENIC!
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Post by: bk on February 02, 2019, 12:32:33 AM
And a happy birthday to dear lurker Iris, who occasionally posts when the fancy strikes her.
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Post by: George on February 02, 2019, 01:03:54 AM
First post after BK!
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Post by: George on February 02, 2019, 01:06:00 AM
A Very Happy Birthday to (occasional) DR Dear Lurker Iris!!
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Post by: George on February 02, 2019, 01:12:28 AM
Last night I ushered for I Ought To Be In Pictures.  It was really good!  I had only seen the movie, and that was years ago, so I didn't remember anything about it.  The three actors (one man and two women) were all very good.  I'm glad I got to see it.
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Post by: George on February 02, 2019, 01:15:53 AM
And now, I'm off to bed.  I didn't get much sleep last night, so I want to sleep more tonight.

Have a good day, all!
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Post by: elmore3003 on February 02, 2019, 04:09:30 AM
Good morning, all!
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Post by: elmore3003 on February 02, 2019, 04:10:55 AM
I lost all of yesterday for my taxes, so I hope to finish up today anbd have tomorrow for any extra needed work.
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Post by: elmore3003 on February 02, 2019, 04:11:27 AM
If I can keep Annabelle under control.
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Post by: Druxy on February 02, 2019, 05:04:13 AM
Chester, my lab mix, goes to the groomer today.

That should be fun.

 ::)

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Post by: ChasSmith on February 02, 2019, 05:59:25 AM
Good morning, all.
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Post by: ChasSmith on February 02, 2019, 06:03:02 AM
Ah, Saturday.

The feline contingent allowed me to sleep in -- or rather, rest in bed -- a little longer than usual, and that felt good.

Coffee has been had, a couple of ugly bills have been paid, and I must get down to the Cat Clinic to pick up Poe's prescription food this morning before they close at noon.
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Post by: ChasSmith on February 02, 2019, 06:04:40 AM
If I can keep Annabelle under control.

Excerpt from Annabelle's diary:

Lots to accomplish today in the house reorganization department.
If I can keep the Maid under control.
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Post by: Jane on February 02, 2019, 06:22:20 AM
Good morning.
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Post by: ChasSmith on February 02, 2019, 06:23:14 AM
So, last night...at long last...TALES THAT WITNESS MADNESS.

I'm happy I went in with low expectations because it turned out not to be as bad as I'd been led to expect. It's just not, you know, "great". I guess one can blame the writing because the cast, the look and feel of the film, etc., are all fine. But somehow, Freddie Francis and the non-Amicus producers dropped the ball in elevating this one to the next level. The framing story rather lamely imitates that of ASYLUM, and the first three stories contain no real surprises. The fourth, however, could succeed on Kim Novak's presence alone. Fifteen years after the VERTIGO and BELL BOOK & CANDLE era she's as drop dead gorgeous and commanding as ever, and her on-screen time is generous and worth the price of admission.
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Post by: John G. on February 02, 2019, 06:25:33 AM
Good morning, all.
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Post by: John G. on February 02, 2019, 06:25:49 AM
A Very Happy Birthday to (occasional) DR Dear Lurker Iris!!

Happy birthday!
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Post by: John G. on February 02, 2019, 06:26:29 AM
If I can keep Annabelle under control.

Excerpt from Annabelle's diary:

Lots to accomplish today in the house reorganization department.
If I can keep the Maid under control.


Ha!
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Post by: John G. on February 02, 2019, 06:27:03 AM
So, Vixmom, is two screens better than the new workplace?
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Post by: KevinH on February 02, 2019, 06:33:57 AM
Good morning!
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Post by: KevinH on February 02, 2019, 06:34:28 AM
And a happy birthday to dear lurker Iris, who occasionally posts when the fancy strikes her.



Happy Birthday, DR Iris!
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Post by: elmore3003 on February 02, 2019, 06:49:06 AM
If I can keep Annabelle under control.

Excerpt from Annabelle's diary:

Lots to accomplish today in the house reorganization department.
If I can keep the Maid under control.


It's all too true!
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Post by: Jrand73 on February 02, 2019, 06:49:45 AM
Grooming vibes for DR DRUXY and Chester.
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Post by: Jrand73 on February 02, 2019, 06:49:56 AM
Book Fair vibes for MR BK.
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Post by: Jrand73 on February 02, 2019, 06:50:07 AM
DR FJL keep the appointment.....
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Post by: Jrand73 on February 02, 2019, 06:50:29 AM
It is supposed to be in the 40's temp wise today.  We shall see.....
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Post by: Jrand73 on February 02, 2019, 06:51:41 AM
I watched a couple of episodes of Documentary Now! on IFC.  They were pretty funny, although Bill Hader is not my cup of tea.

It is said that they do a parody of the documentary of the filming of the recording of the COMPANY cast album to be broadcast on February 20....I hope I remember to watch it.
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Post by: Jrand73 on February 02, 2019, 06:52:11 AM
My favorite was SANDY PASSAGE a spot on replica of GREY GARDENS......
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Post by: Jrand73 on February 02, 2019, 06:52:32 AM
Congrats to MR BK on his generous residual.....
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Post by: Jrand73 on February 02, 2019, 06:53:07 AM
Saturday Night Live used to be very satirical.....now it is very hit and miss.....
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Post by: Jrand73 on February 02, 2019, 06:53:17 AM
Page Two
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Post by: Michael on February 02, 2019, 07:30:49 AM
Good morning to all
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Post by: William F. Orr on February 02, 2019, 08:29:14 AM
Good morning and happy birthday to DR Iris wherever you are
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Post by: Ginny on February 02, 2019, 09:27:08 AM
Saturday afternoon greetings!  Today's winter weather phenomenon - freezing fog - kept Richard home from a church thing he was supposed to attend in the Dayton 'burbs.
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Post by: ChasSmith on February 02, 2019, 09:32:44 AM
We're getting all the up to freezing today.  YAY!!!  :)
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Post by: ChasSmith on February 02, 2019, 09:34:32 AM
I had to stop at the supermarket for a few things, and the parking lot was full. I thought maybe I missed a few months and it was the day before Thanksgiving. Nope, just people getting out and doing things for the first time all week.
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Post by: Jane on February 02, 2019, 09:46:31 AM
Dear Lurker Iris,

(https://i.pinimg.com/originals/b3/2e/88/b32e8852da0047f9df2946035c791315.jpg)
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Post by: elmore3003 on February 02, 2019, 09:52:51 AM
!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!  Happy Birthday, DR Iris  !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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Post by: elmore3003 on February 02, 2019, 09:53:39 AM
The taxes are nearly finished!  I took a break to give Annabelle and Thatch a treat.
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Post by: TCB on February 02, 2019, 10:54:15 AM
Good afternoon.
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Post by: TCB on February 02, 2019, 11:02:10 AM
Back in the cabin after having a large salad for lunch.
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Post by: John G. on February 02, 2019, 11:05:30 AM
Happy Chinese New Year!
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Post by: John G. on February 02, 2019, 11:06:00 AM
Celebrated with dim sum in Austin. 
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Post by: bk on February 02, 2019, 11:16:54 AM
I'm up, I'm up - a bit over seven hours of sleep.
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Post by: bk on February 02, 2019, 11:17:22 AM
No book fair for me - it is pouring rain here and I'm not driving that distance in this rain.
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Post by: bk on February 02, 2019, 11:17:50 AM
Instead I will start entering fixes after I proof the twenty remaining pages.
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Post by: Jane on February 02, 2019, 12:42:09 PM
DR TCB enjoy your last day at sea.
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Post by: George on February 02, 2019, 01:23:02 PM
If I can keep Annabelle under control.

Excerpt from Annabelle's diary:

Lots to accomplish today in the house reorganization department.
If I can keep the Maid under control.


:))
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Post by: bk on February 02, 2019, 01:24:01 PM
Braved the rain to pick up two packages and get some Taco Bell.
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Post by: George on February 02, 2019, 01:24:02 PM
I watched a couple of episodes of Documentary Now! on IFC.  They were pretty funny, although Bill Hader is not my cup of tea.

It is said that they do a parody of the documentary of the filming of the recording of the COMPANY cast album to be broadcast on February 20....I hope I remember to watch it.

I heard about that episode and I really want to see it!
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Post by: bk on February 02, 2019, 01:26:43 PM
Came home to the news that Grant's mom passed away this morning - totally expected.  99 years old, she'd stopped eating a few days ago, and when old folks do that it is saying clearly that they want to pass.  We were hoping she'd make it to 100 in August, because she would have come to Kritzerland that night, whose hundredth show that will be.  And of course, without her there would be no GEE, as she was the inspiration for the character in the first half of the book.  It's not about her life or anything, but if you read the first three words of the book, that is totally her and was what made me want to do the book.
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Post by: George on February 02, 2019, 01:30:03 PM
Came home to the news that Grant's mom passed away this morning - totally expected.  99 years old, she'd stopped eating a few days ago, and when old folks do that it is saying clearly that they want to pass.  We were hoping she'd make it to 100 in August, because she would have come to Kritzerland that night, whose hundredth show that will be.  And of course, without her there would be no GEE, as she was the inspiration for the character in the first half of the book.  It's not about her life or anything, but if you read the first three words of the book, that is totally her and was what made me want to do the book.

Oh, no. :( BK, my condolences to you, and to Grant and her family.  But 99 years is a very impressive run.
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Post by: George on February 02, 2019, 01:31:39 PM
And on an annoying note, I was flipping channels last night and saw this:
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Post by: elmore3003 on February 02, 2019, 01:32:35 PM
The taxes are finished.  As an added bit of luck, the last 1099 I was waiting on arrived in today's mail.  That was a nice surprise.
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Post by: John G. on February 02, 2019, 01:35:52 PM
My sympathies to Grant, his family and all who loved his mom.
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Post by: ChasSmith on February 02, 2019, 01:44:27 PM
Sorry to hear that news.
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Post by: KevinH on February 02, 2019, 01:55:55 PM
Sorry to hear about Grant's Mom.
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Post by: ChasSmith on February 02, 2019, 02:05:26 PM
In addition to losing MGM-HD, the relative number of HD movie channels on Comcast/Xfinity is shockingly low. Browsing through them, sometimes it feels like I’ve taken a trip back ten or fifteen years.

Our internet and phone service with them are exceptional. I wouldn’t even dream of shopping around in that regard. But there are times when I feel like their television offerings were better in the past.
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Post by: TCB on February 02, 2019, 02:08:06 PM
It was a beautiful sunny day today in the Gulf of Where ever we are.
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Post by: TCB on February 02, 2019, 02:09:09 PM
Page 3 at 5:00 p.m.
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Post by: TCB on February 02, 2019, 02:09:32 PM
Page 3?  Really?
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Post by: TCB on February 02, 2019, 02:10:07 PM
We are the first off the ship tomorrow morning.
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Post by: TCB on February 02, 2019, 02:10:37 PM
We should be called at 8:30 a.m.
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Post by: George on February 02, 2019, 02:10:43 PM
Hi, Tom.
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Post by: TCB on February 02, 2019, 02:11:42 PM
I guess I will have to be up at teh crack of dawn if I want to have coffee and breakfast.
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Post by: TCB on February 02, 2019, 02:12:32 PM
Then we board a bus for a sightseeing tour of Tampa.
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Post by: TCB on February 02, 2019, 02:13:56 PM
At the end of the tour, they will dump us at the airport where we will sit around and wait for our plane that leaves at 5:30.
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Post by: William F. Orr on February 02, 2019, 02:14:31 PM
Condolences to Grant, but congratulations to his mom for making it as far as she did and from what you said, apparently with her mind intact.
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Post by: TCB on February 02, 2019, 02:14:59 PM
We should arrive in Seattle between 8:00 and 8:30.
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Post by: TCB on February 02, 2019, 02:15:25 PM
Hopefully home by 10:00.
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Post by: TCB on February 02, 2019, 02:16:12 PM
Hi, George.
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Post by: TCB on February 02, 2019, 02:16:43 PM
Hello, WFO.
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Post by: elmore3003 on February 02, 2019, 02:28:27 PM
My sympathies to Grant, his family and all who loved his mom.

Ditto!
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Post by: Jeanne on February 02, 2019, 02:41:13 PM
Hello, everyone.
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Post by: Jeanne on February 02, 2019, 02:41:37 PM
Happy Birthday to Dear Lurker Iris.
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Post by: Jeanne on February 02, 2019, 02:42:42 PM
belated birthday wishes to DR Michael Shayne, along with mega health vibes. Glad to hear that your prognosis have improved.
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Post by: Jeanne on February 02, 2019, 02:43:03 PM
Condolences to Grant and his family.
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Post by: Jeanne on February 02, 2019, 02:43:30 PM
Congrats to Larry on having all his tax prep together.
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Post by: Jeanne on February 02, 2019, 02:46:28 PM
Much of last week was spent dealing with a thorny--and completely unexpected--tax issue. I had to dig deep into the document archives, but I think I found most of what I need. The problem isn't over yet, but it is progressing.
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Post by: Jeanne on February 02, 2019, 02:47:35 PM
Belated birthday wishes to Donald Feltham, too.
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Post by: Jeanne on February 02, 2019, 02:48:46 PM
If I can keep Annabelle under control.

Excerpt from Annabelle's diary:

Lots to accomplish today in the house reorganization department.
If I can keep the Maid under control.


 :)

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Post by: FJL on February 02, 2019, 02:49:13 PM
Thanks to Jane and Jrand for the vibes and advice.
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Post by: George on February 02, 2019, 02:49:48 PM
Well, I need to be going.  This evening, I'm working concessions for the 2019 Pizza Klatch Gayla (https://pizzaklatch.org/2019-pizza-klatch-gayla-information/).  It'll be a fun evening. ;D
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Post by: George on February 02, 2019, 02:50:25 PM
Be back later.
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Post by: Jeanne on February 02, 2019, 02:50:57 PM
DR FJL keep the appointment.....

I agree. If it turns out to be something easily correctable you'll be kicking yourself for not doing so. I believe strongly in nipping things in the bud.
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Post by: FJL on February 02, 2019, 02:54:19 PM
The annual deductibles are done so oddly.  It seems there's an amount they charge for a visit that's "full price" if the patient pays it but the insurance company has bargained a lower amount that the providers normally accept as their full payment if payment is coming from the insurance company.  There is no such strangeness if you can make sure your dedcbitble for the year is taken up by prescriptions, which though it's one deductible, is a different corporation which accepts then same amount whether the patient pays the full amount or the pharmaceutical insurer pays it.

!!!!!
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Post by: Jeanne on February 02, 2019, 02:54:28 PM
In addition to losing MGM-HD, the relative number of HD movie channels on Comcast/Xfinity is shockingly low. Browsing through them, sometimes it feels like I’ve taken a trip back ten or fifteen years.

Our internet and phone service with them are exceptional. I wouldn’t even dream of shopping around in that regard. But there are times when I feel like their television offerings were better in the past.

I think you're the first person I've ever heard say that. Usually, as soon as Comcast is mentioned people immediately say how horrible it is.
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Post by: FJL on February 02, 2019, 02:56:53 PM
Jeanne, I may try to convert it into a physical, which Im entitles to "free" once a year, since I have no symptoms from this now.
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Post by: Jeanne on February 02, 2019, 03:00:37 PM
The annual deductibles are done so oddly.  It seems there's an amount they charge for a visit that's "full price" if the patient pays it but the insurance company has bargained a lower amount that the providers normally accept as their full payment if payment is coming from the insurance company.  There is no such strangeness if you can make sure your dedcbitble for the year is taken up by prescriptions, which though it's one deductible, is a different corporation which accepts then same amount whether the patient pays the full amount or the pharmaceutical insurer pays it.

!!!!!

It's enormously complicated. Some medical providers will take less if you offer cash (vs insurance), but that doesn't help in many cases.
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Post by: Jeanne on February 02, 2019, 03:02:03 PM
Jeanne, I may try to convert it into a physical, which Im entitles to "free" once a year, since I have no symptoms from this now.

I think that's a very good idea. They like physicals. Do it soon!
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Post by: Jeanne on February 02, 2019, 03:08:40 PM
As BK mentioned, it's been raining heavily here. I had an appointment Thursday morning. It was just pouring, with flooded streets. Rain is in the forecast non-stop through Tuesday. We can't handle it. Fortunately, it doesn't usually rain non-stop; we do get breaks, which are badly needed. I do feel that the weather forecasters tend to give us the worst case, knowing that otherwise people won't take it seriously.
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Post by: Jeanne on February 02, 2019, 03:13:19 PM
Fred, I'm interested in your feedback on the new tax laws. You mentioned something the other day about people only itemizing if they have large medical or charitable deductions. The NYT covered some of this not too long ago, but I'll be interested in what you see as the months go by.
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Post by: Jeanne on February 02, 2019, 03:14:19 PM
Back to cleaning--and the tax books.

TTFN.
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Post by: ChasSmith on February 02, 2019, 03:37:12 PM
In addition to losing MGM-HD, the relative number of HD movie channels on Comcast/Xfinity is shockingly low. Browsing through them, sometimes it feels like I’ve taken a trip back ten or fifteen years.

Our internet and phone service with them are exceptional. I wouldn’t even dream of shopping around in that regard. But there are times when I feel like their television offerings were better in the past.

I think you're the first person I've ever heard say that. Usually, as soon as Comcast is mentioned people immediately say how horrible it is.

You are totally right, they do indeed, and I try to be selective and clear about the things I'm praising. I've had Comcast since my earliest days in CT and I've been through every technological change with them. For many years it was indeed horrible. Even through the first "digital" years (I'm thinking early 00's) the quality could be great one day, terrible the next, and it would take forever to get something fixed satisfactorily. Somehow, though, the local branch has gotten its act together, and I must knock wood while simultaneously typing this, but they knock themselves out to keep things working properly.

The current crop of modems is good and we're on a higher level of internet speed than whatever the basic is, and it really performs. (Still knocking wood.) We've been on their phone service for something close to a year now, and it's beautiful. It's even more solid than the original landline we swore we'd never give up, but which over the past few years had become as unreliable as anything else.

So, I have reason to praise, but not 100%, and I absolutely know it's the luck of the draw. I could move to a different town serviced by the same company and find myself in total hell. It's also ridiculously expensive.
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Post by: Jane on February 02, 2019, 04:25:01 PM
Came home to the news that Grant's mom passed away this morning - totally expected.  99 years old, she'd stopped eating a few days ago, and when old folks do that it is saying clearly that they want to pass.  We were hoping she'd make it to 100 in August, because she would have come to Kritzerland that night, whose hundredth show that will be.  And of course, without her there would be no GEE, as she was the inspiration for the character in the first half of the book.  It's not about her life or anything, but if you read the first three words of the book, that is totally her and was what made me want to do the book.

This is very sad.  I always thought my grandfather would make it to 100 and he died a few month shy of his birthday.  I think I was just as sad that he didn't make it as I was he had died.

My condolences to Grant and his family, to you and all who loved her.
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Post by: Jane on February 02, 2019, 04:26:14 PM
The taxes are finished.  As an added bit of luck, the last 1099 I was waiting on arrived in today's mail.  That was a nice surprise.

That is a pleasant surprise.

I hope your accountant can do your taxes quickly and you have a nice refund.
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Post by: Jane on February 02, 2019, 04:27:04 PM
It was a beautiful sunny day today in the Gulf of Where ever we are.

Were you able to sit outside and enjoy the weather?
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Post by: Jane on February 02, 2019, 04:27:44 PM
We are the first off the ship tomorrow morning.

What time is your flight home?

Nevermind, enjoy your tour :)
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Post by: Jane on February 02, 2019, 04:33:24 PM
At the end of the tour, they will dump us at the airport where we will sit around and wait for our plane that leaves at 5:30.

In Auckland we were not happy that after the tour they took us to a hotel to sit around for a long time and would not let us leave for the airport until our number was called for the bus.  We finally took a taxi.

It was ok at first and they had good Anzac cookies for us to eat.  Some people were happy to eat at the hotel, not us.  An hour would have been fine but not hours. 
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Post by: Jane on February 02, 2019, 04:34:29 PM
Hopefully home by 10:00.

Does Ken live near you or did you drive separately to the airport?
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Post by: Jane on February 02, 2019, 04:35:16 PM
Much of last week was spent dealing with a thorny--and completely unexpected--tax issue. I had to dig deep into the document archives, but I think I found most of what I need. The problem isn't over yet, but it is progressing.

Good vibes it is taken care of to your satisfaction!
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Post by: FJL on February 02, 2019, 04:36:32 PM
Jeanne, I suspect their research must show them that overall, people at least getting their blood work done every year saves money for the insurance company in the long run. 
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Post by: Jane on February 02, 2019, 04:36:44 PM
In addition to losing MGM-HD, the relative number of HD movie channels on Comcast/Xfinity is shockingly low. Browsing through them, sometimes it feels like I’ve taken a trip back ten or fifteen years.

Our internet and phone service with them are exceptional. I wouldn’t even dream of shopping around in that regard. But there are times when I feel like their television offerings were better in the past.

I think you're the first person I've ever heard say that. Usually, as soon as Comcast is mentioned people immediately say how horrible it is.

We have heard the same, however, overall we have been pleased.
Title: Re: THE PROOF IS IN THE PROOFING
Post by: Jane on February 02, 2019, 04:37:29 PM
Jeanne, I may try to convert it into a physical, which Im entitles to "free" once a year, since I have no symptoms from this now.

Then you would have to postpone the appointment?  I hope it isn't early in the morning.
Title: Re: THE PROOF IS IN THE PROOFING
Post by: Jrand73 on February 02, 2019, 05:49:12 PM
Tax vibes for DR JEANNE.

Congrats to DR ELMORE on his tax completion.....yes mine are done as well....I started to work on my mom's - we shall see how far I get.
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Post by: Jrand73 on February 02, 2019, 05:49:38 PM
Condolences to Grant and his family and MR BK and all the other friends of the fine lady......
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Post by: Jrand73 on February 02, 2019, 05:51:21 PM
I just checked on my system and the MGM HD channel is also gone on my Comcast list....the same notice is there....too bad.
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Post by: Jrand73 on February 02, 2019, 05:51:44 PM
Hockey on NBC.....but not particularly a game that I am interested in.
Title: Re: THE PROOF IS IN THE PROOFING
Post by: Jane on February 02, 2019, 06:00:18 PM
Tax vibes for DR JEANNE.

Congrats to DR ELMORE on his tax completion.....yes mine are done as well....I started to work on my mom's - we shall see how far I get.

Doing your mother's must be difficult.  Sending hugs.
Title: Re: THE PROOF IS IN THE PROOFING
Post by: Jane on February 02, 2019, 06:49:45 PM
Thank goodness I found what I was looking for.  It was something I needed to take to "compliment" my grain free, vegetable free, fruit free diet today.  I have to repeat it tomorrow and then I go on a liquid diet on Monday.
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Post by: bk on February 02, 2019, 06:54:33 PM
I've entered two-thirds of my fixes and will mush on and finish the rest this evening. 
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Post by: TCB on February 02, 2019, 07:06:50 PM
I am back!
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Post by: TCB on February 02, 2019, 07:08:15 PM
But since I forgot to sign out, I guess I never left.
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Post by: TCB on February 02, 2019, 07:09:34 PM
The day is done, our bags are stacked in the hall, and I guess it is time to get ready for bed.
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Post by: TCB on February 02, 2019, 07:12:38 PM
Jane, I did recline in a lounge chair this afternoon so I could soak up some sun.
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Post by: TCB on February 02, 2019, 07:13:59 PM
It was very warm, so I didn’t stay there too long.
Title: Re: THE PROOF IS IN THE PROOFING
Post by: TCB on February 02, 2019, 07:14:57 PM
I very foolishly forgot to give our new friends my email address.
Title: Re: THE PROOF IS IN THE PROOFING
Post by: TCB on February 02, 2019, 07:16:39 PM
Since I don’t know their last name or cabin number, I can only hope we see them in the morning.
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Post by: TCB on February 02, 2019, 07:18:48 PM
I would hate to not keep in contact with them, but I guess some cruise friendships aren’t meant to go beyond the cruise.
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Post by: TCB on February 02, 2019, 07:19:35 PM
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Post by: TCB on February 02, 2019, 07:23:57 PM
We watched BOHEMIAN RHAPSODY last night.  We both really enjoyed it.  Rami Malek was extremely charismatic as Freddy Mercury.  I would certainly say he would be a worthy Oscar winner.
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Post by: FJL on February 02, 2019, 07:27:10 PM
Jeanne, I may try to convert it into a physical, which Im entitles to "free" once a year, since I have no symptoms from this now.

Then you would have to postpone the appointment?  I hope it isn't early in the morning.

That sounds like I should give her receptionist the choice and just say the problem seems to be over since it took so long  get in to see her.  :)   I wonder if that happens a bit - because you have to wait so long (unless it's a real emergency), if people just get over whatever it is while they're waiting. 
Title: Re: THE PROOF IS IN THE PROOFING
Post by: TCB on February 02, 2019, 07:32:51 PM
This evening we watched LIFE OF THE PARTY starring Melissa McCarthy.  I really enjoyed it.  It was very sweet and there were several laugh out loud moments.  Ken had seen it before, so he fell asleep.
Title: Re: THE PROOF IS IN THE PROOFING
Post by: TCB on February 02, 2019, 08:04:05 PM
The TV channel selection on this ship is really poor.  There is no TV schedule available; so, although there is usually two movies available each day, there is no way to know what movies they are or what times they start.
Title: Re: THE PROOF IS IN THE PROOFING
Post by: Jane on February 02, 2019, 08:06:27 PM
Jane, I did recline in a lounge chair this afternoon so I could soak up some sun.

Oh good 😊
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Post by: TCB on February 02, 2019, 08:06:49 PM
Other than that, we have FOX News, MSNBC, CNN, ESPN, and a couple of other strange channels.
Title: Re: THE PROOF IS IN THE PROOFING
Post by: Jane on February 02, 2019, 08:07:56 PM
Since I don’t know their last name or cabin number, I can only hope we see them in the morning.

Good luck!
Title: Re: THE PROOF IS IN THE PROOFING
Post by: Jane on February 02, 2019, 08:09:10 PM
I would hate to not keep in contact with them, but I guess some cruise friendships aren’t meant to go beyond the cruise.

I know how you feel.
Title: Re: THE PROOF IS IN THE PROOFING
Post by: John G. on February 02, 2019, 08:54:14 PM
It's been a very long day and my head is so congested that it hurts when I move it. I hope sleep is not going to be hard. Damn allergies.
Title: Re: THE PROOF IS IN THE PROOFING
Post by: John G. on February 02, 2019, 08:54:52 PM
Very strange and eerie that Facebook is now suggesting that I befriend Nick Redman.
Title: Re: THE PROOF IS IN THE PROOFING
Post by: John G. on February 02, 2019, 08:55:04 PM
I am off to bed soon.
Title: Re: THE PROOF IS IN THE PROOFING
Post by: John G. on February 02, 2019, 09:11:06 PM
Good night, all.
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Post by: Jane on February 02, 2019, 10:17:09 PM
It's been a very long day and my head is so congested that it hurts when I move it. I hope sleep is not going to be hard. Damn allergies.

I am sorry you suffer so with your allergies.
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Post by: Jane on February 02, 2019, 10:17:41 PM
Very strange and eerie that Facebook is now suggesting that I befriend Nick Redman.

 :(
Title: Re: THE PROOF IS IN THE PROOFING
Post by: Jane on February 02, 2019, 10:19:03 PM
Wishing DR TCB a good last day tomorrow and easy travels home.
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Post by: Jane on February 02, 2019, 10:19:33 PM
I hope DR Vixmom's drive home is going well.