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Title: IN THE THROES
Post by: bk on May 22, 2008, 12:12:53 AM: Well, you've read the notes, the notes were in the throes, and now it is time for you to post until the cows come home - they, too, are in the throes of not coming home.
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Post by: bk on May 22, 2008, 12:14:33 AM: And the word of the day is: LONGANIMITY!
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Post by: bk on May 22, 2008, 12:14:53 AM: Stay tuned for a wonderful book cover image (not mine).
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Post by: George on May 22, 2008, 12:33:38 AM: Okay, I'm waiting. :)
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Post by: bk on May 22, 2008, 12:36:17 AM: I found this wonderful paperback book whilst rummaging through a bookstore I frequent. I knew you'd want me to get it and to share its marvelous cover. Those who've read How To Write A Dirty Book and Other Stories know my love for this period of sleazy books. And isn't it time for those who haven't read How To Write A Dirty Book and Other Stories to get it and read it? I think it is.
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Post by: bk on May 22, 2008, 12:36:47 AM: Isn't that faboo?
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Post by: bk on May 22, 2008, 12:37:17 AM: Maybe when I get up in the morning, I'll do some more of my great sleaze paperback covers for you.
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Post by: bk on May 22, 2008, 12:37:31 AM: I gotta tell you.
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Post by: George on May 22, 2008, 12:40:23 AM: That is one faboo cover, BK...except, why is he hugging a woman?? If he's a hot pants homo, shouldn't he be shown hugging another man? ;)
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Post by: George on May 22, 2008, 12:47:46 AM: I'm just sayin'.
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Post by: George on May 22, 2008, 12:51:28 AM: Well, I need to get to bed so that I may get up early to drive to Tacoma to pick up Tom (TCB) and then we'll drive to Issaquah to meet Fred (FJL). I don't know if Skip will be available, but we'll find out. Good night, BK. I'm sure that both TCB and I will have reports, afterwards. :D
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Post by: bk on May 22, 2008, 01:09:45 AM: Make sure FJL gets some computer access so we can hear all about what's happening.
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Post by: Tomovoz on May 22, 2008, 01:35:16 AM: Lucheon greetings to the ISSAQUAH diners from DP Colin and myself.
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Post by: Tomovoz on May 22, 2008, 01:39:47 AM: TOTD:

The John le Carré books that have been filmed or made into TV series:

A Perfect Spy, The Little Dummer Girl, The Russia House, Smiley's People, The Spy Who Came In From the Cold etc.

Also from TV - "Cambridge Spies".

and "Spooks" (the first three series) (MI5 in the USA)
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Post by: singdaw on May 22, 2008, 01:41:19 AM: Last night DR George wrote:
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this one moment when one of the chorus guys comes out

Funny, I don't remember that moment in Man of La Mancha!! ::)
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Post by: singdaw on May 22, 2008, 01:52:55 AM: A safe arrival for DR FJL! :) :)

Can't wait to hear lunch reports later today. And - I hope - photos!
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Post by: singdaw on May 22, 2008, 01:54:06 AM: That IS quite a fun book cover, bk! :D
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Post by: Tomovoz on May 22, 2008, 01:54:55 AM: Good morning DR FerrisWheel

There is that movie with the zithers.
(not to be confused with the movie in which they sang "if I Had My Zithers")
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Post by: singdaw on May 22, 2008, 03:05:24 AM: bk's book appears to be pretty rare, as well. You may have a real find there, bk!
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Post by: S. Woody White on May 22, 2008, 03:25:18 AM: Quote from: George on May 22, 2008, 12:40:23 AM
That is one faboo cover, BK...except, why is he hugging a woman?? If he's a hot pants homo, shouldn't he be shown hugging another man? ;)
Drag queens were much more thorough back then, don'tcha know.
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Post by: S. Woody White on May 22, 2008, 03:27:34 AM: Quote from: Tomovoz on May 22, 2008, 01:39:47 AM
TOTD:...
and "Spooks" (the first three series) (MI5 in the USA)
"Spooks" having an unfortunate other meaning here in the U of S of A.
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Post by: S. Woody White on May 22, 2008, 03:30:32 AM: TOD

Somehow, this has me hankering for another viewing of Casino Royale. The one with David Niven, not the one with Daniel Craig.

Dumb. Silly. It would have been mindblowing if their minds hadn't already been blown.

Great score, of course.
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Post by: S. Woody White on May 22, 2008, 03:32:52 AM: Time to get to work.

Today is Employee Appreciation Day. That means we all get to go to a meeting for an hour and hear how much regional management appreciates our work.

And next week we'll get a memo from regional management asking how come our productivity was an hour short.

::)

Hasta.
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Post by: Michael on May 22, 2008, 03:40:57 AM: To add some of the other films already mentioned:

Our Man & In Like Flint
The Harry Palmer movies with Michael Caine
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Post by: TCB on May 22, 2008, 04:46:59 AM: Quote from: Tomovoz on May 22, 2008, 01:35:16 AM
Lucheon greetings to the ISSAQUAH diners from DP Colin and myself.

Thank you Tom and Colin

From George and Tomb
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Post by: TCB on May 22, 2008, 04:51:00 AM: Hmmm. Ben must be washing his oatmeal bowl; and perhaps it is better not to speculate what Coleslaw may be doing. ::) ::)
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Post by: singdaw on May 22, 2008, 05:06:00 AM: I heard that, DR TCB! :)
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Post by: elmore3003 on May 22, 2008, 05:15:05 AM: Good morning, all! I woke up refreshed and ready to face whatever occurs today. This morning, Jo and I are going to run some errands and stop someplace for a huge breakfast. At noon, I'm lunching with my dad's attorney and we'll discuss the house situation as well as what needs to be done to close down the estate.

Randy last weekend finally put up a for sale sign on the property, I was happy to learn, and when I thanked him, he essentially said that if he hadn't done it, it never would have happened. I gather all the Macbeths want, kind of like Great Britain in 1775, all they can bleed from the colonies. I'm reading the McCullough bio of John Adams, so I'mn heavy into 1775 politics.

I may later see my cousing Sue Ellen and my Uncle Bob, who's my mother's youngest brother. Sue is the daughter of my mother's oldest sister, and she keeps an eyre out for him and runs errands fr him since he's her/our only living uncle. He's been in frail health for a couple of years, I believe he's around 77 now, and I fear that this is my last chance to see him.

Jo and I are off to play now. Back later.
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Post by: singdaw on May 22, 2008, 05:23:11 AM: Great news about the house, DR elmore3003.

Now: ***SALES VIBES!!!!***
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Post by: singdaw on May 22, 2008, 05:24:48 AM: Today, I offer you this gem of a lyric from the new stage musical, Saved, adapted from the film of the same name:

Life is screwy-
So grab on to a life buoy!

:)
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Post by: singdaw on May 22, 2008, 05:25:15 AM: I think that is my new philosophy.
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Post by: Ben on May 22, 2008, 05:36:22 AM: Morning all.
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Post by: Ben on May 22, 2008, 05:36:40 AM: And now I must dash since things are crazy here.
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Post by: singdaw on May 22, 2008, 05:42:50 AM: It appears that the final Broadway performance of RENT may be broacast live to some movie screens, much as the Metropolitan Opera does now.

Interesting...
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Post by: singdaw on May 22, 2008, 05:43:26 AM: Bye, DR Ben! :)
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Post by: Jrand73 on May 22, 2008, 05:56:10 AM: La de DAH de dah dah.
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Post by: Jrand73 on May 22, 2008, 05:57:24 AM: Sometimes when you are trying to block a play, the actors suddenly forget that they have ever been onstage before, and can't figure out that we are blocking for a thrust stage and SO they shouldn't read the stage directions for a proscenium play.

Just listen to me and WRITE IT DOWN. We are running Act One again this evening.
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Post by: Jrand73 on May 22, 2008, 05:58:45 AM: TOD:

Foreign Correspondent, Notorious

Kaleidoscope

North By Northwest

Hong Kong Confidential

A few more to be named later.

Very nice Brain review.

Hot Pants Homo.....I think it should be a musical, now.
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Post by: JoseSPiano on May 22, 2008, 06:00:51 AM: Good Morning!

I'm up, I'm up.... And... And....

Laters...

(Whew!)
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Post by: JoseSPiano on May 22, 2008, 06:01:13 AM: *Nothing like an early morning rain to induce a "bout" of over-sleeping.
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Post by: William E. Lurie on May 22, 2008, 06:11:35 AM: BK---
Just thought you'd like to know that all the proofreading you do is worth it. I have every book you've written to date and I have never found a typo or other error. So many books I read have numerous errors and in non-fiction books factual errors that it is refreshing to find books that are not only well-written and enjoyable, but are also error free. Keep up the good work. Your readers appreciate it.
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Post by: ArnoldMBrockman on May 22, 2008, 06:16:35 AM: Quote from: bk on May 22, 2008, 12:14:33 AM
And the word of the day is: LONGANIMITY!

And The Song Of The Day Is: I WANNA BE AROUND TO PICK UP THE PIECES
(WHEN SOMEBODY BREAKS YOUR HEART)
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Post by: Ginny on May 22, 2008, 06:36:41 AM: Thursday morning greetings! I'm off to a meeting at a nonprofit and will be back about lunchtime.

TOD - I rarely know what's going on in international intrigue movies, but I do like The Hunt for Red October, Patriot Games, and Clear and Present Danger. Do Air Force One and Traffic count?
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Post by: Ginny on May 22, 2008, 06:38:07 AM: DR Elmore - I'd noticed that For Sale sign on your Dad's property on my way home last Saturday and knew you'd be relieved.
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Post by: Matt H. on May 22, 2008, 07:34:52 AM: Quote from: George on May 22, 2008, 12:40:23 AM
That is one faboo cover, BK...except, why is he hugging a woman?? If he's a hot pants homo, shouldn't he be shown hugging another man? ;)

I agree completely. Would have worked a lot better for me if he had been hanging on to a man.
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Post by: Matt H. on May 22, 2008, 07:36:28 AM: Good morning!

Another cool enough morning to open things up and let the attic fan cool down the house. Love mornings like this. It's going to get into the 80s today.
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Post by: Matt H. on May 22, 2008, 07:37:06 AM: TV Reminders:

UGLY BETTY (season finale)!

GREY'S ANATOMY (2 hour season finale)!
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Post by: Matt H. on May 22, 2008, 07:38:58 AM: Favorite spy pics:

all the Sean Connery James Bond films

THE SPY WHO CAME IN FROM THE COLD

THE IPCRESS FILE

THE BOURNE IDENTITY

THE MAN WHO KNEW TOO MUCH

NOTORIOUS

THE 39 STEPS

THE LADY VANISHES (1938)
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Post by: Matt H. on May 22, 2008, 07:40:18 AM: I have two shows from last night to watch (LAW & ORDER and BOSTON LEGAL), but I don't feel in any great hurry to watch either, especially BOSTON LEGAL.

I'll be starting EXES AND OHS today, and will likely give the afternoon over to it. Then, I'll probably watch LAW & ORDER to lead into tonight's prime time line-up.
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Post by: Ron Pulliam on May 22, 2008, 07:43:59 AM: Quote from: TCB on May 22, 2008, 04:46:59 AM
Thank you Tom and Colin

From George and Tomb

Uh-oh! TCB is in a grave mood today.
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Post by: elmore3003 on May 22, 2008, 07:50:31 AM: Back from errands with Jo, and I'm soon off to lunch with the estate's attorney. It's more social than business, but I need to address issues such as closing the estate account, the settlement of an insurance claim, and, if my brothers continue the rental nonsense, which I now doubt, my asking for a buy-out. I'm also curious to learn what the price of land around my dad's property is currently going for. We've had a request from the State/City to buy the strip of land in front of the house to widen the highway.

Since I doubt the Macbeths won't exert any energy into maintaining the property, I do think the rental agenda may be a passing fancy.

As for the remainder of the day, I have some Brain surgery I carried with me.
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Post by: Ron Pulliam on May 22, 2008, 07:56:14 AM: Last night's "AI": I find it most peculiar, odd and exceedingly strange that any records might have been set in the voting when viewership is down.

And I find it very hard to comprehend that Cook beat Archuleta by 12 milliion votes!

I read an interesting story online yesterday afternoon about how the Idol producers "wanted" Cook to win because he would be an easier talent to manage than would be Archuleta. David A. was, to them, someone who would come with some unmanageable baggage (i.e., his father) and that David C. would be a more comfortable fit.

I hope they do better by David C. than they did by any of the previous winners, none of whom had great success with the Idol-management-produced CD debuts.

Did anyone else think Carrie Underwood looked a bit like street trash? She's taken on a "hard" look. I barely recognized her voice, either.

I only saw Underwood and part of Gladys Knight's number with the stupid trio backups. Very unfunny stuff, IMO. Knight was, as always, superb.

Simon's "seemed-like-an" apology to David C. was a bit much. The damage was done. There are times when the producers ought to take the judges "out" of the competition and keep them silent. That included last night, too, I feel.
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Post by: Ron Pulliam on May 22, 2008, 08:02:17 AM: Quote from: singdaw on May 22, 2008, 05:25:15 AM
I think that is my new philosophy.

Those "new philosphies" seem to be blowin' in the wind these days. At least you're "regular" about them. ;D
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Post by: DearReaderLaura on May 22, 2008, 08:04:14 AM: A beautiful gray cloudy day here, with nice temperatures.
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Post by: Matt H. on May 22, 2008, 08:06:35 AM: The only way I can account for the suspicious vote totals was that they gave four hours over to voting. I haven't voted for the finale choices in several years, but I don't remember it being four hours for voting during the Aiken/Studdard contest.
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Post by: Matt H. on May 22, 2008, 08:08:44 AM: We're doing a bit earlier lunch today than usual (good; more time for afternoon viewing), so I need to head down now and get ready.

WBBL.
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Post by: singdaw on May 22, 2008, 08:11:49 AM: Quote from: Ron Pulliam on May 22, 2008, 08:02:17 AM
At least you're "regular"

I attribute that to Metamucil.

;D
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Post by: Jennifer on May 22, 2008, 08:18:23 AM: On tv for me tonight:

the finale of UGLY BETTY

and the premiere of SO YOU THINK YOU CAN DANCE.
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Post by: Jennifer on May 22, 2008, 08:20:41 AM: DR Jose re: IDOL going over. I was not surprised. They did the exact same thing last year!

I just really wish that they could start announcing the winner at 9:45pm and then things wouldn't feel so rushed at the end. I know they want to drag it till the very end. But i would love to see the reactions. Tonight I will record IDOL EXTRAS to see all that.
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Post by: Jennifer on May 22, 2008, 08:22:45 AM: Oh and DR MattH re: IDOL again and simon's recanting of his comments the night before.

Wow we seem to be on opposite ends of everything these days. Because I was really delighted by his remarks. I thought that he had done a huge disservice to David Cook the night before. ANd I was very pleased that when he watched back the show he realized what he had done and corrected things.

It is possible that he was gently nudged in that direction. But i still feel the apology was warranted.
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Post by: Jennifer on May 22, 2008, 08:26:45 AM: Yes i think the higher voting totals for IDOL could have been due to the 4 hour voting periods. And did they always have multiple lines for each contestant? (i think they did last year).
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Post by: MBarnum on May 22, 2008, 08:33:35 AM: HOT PANTS HOMO.......

I wish someone would do a book or a documentary on the artists and models who were responsible for all of those fantastic book covers in the 40s and 50s!
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Post by: Jennifer on May 22, 2008, 08:33:45 AM: Here is a funny story about IDOL.

Yesterday morning after i emailed my mom and her co-worker the dialidol results which are accurate if they say they know who won (which they did). My mom's friend called her mom and made a bet with her on who was going to win last night's show. :)

It was only $2. But my mom thought this was pretty funny!
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Post by: Jeanne on May 22, 2008, 08:42:35 AM: Hello, everyone.

I shall meet with a real estate agent today and show her my house. Thus I must finished cleaning and tidying and such. Thankfully, I'm not a messy person, but I HATE having to put EVERYTHING away!
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Post by: Jeanne on May 22, 2008, 08:45:09 AM: TOD:

39 STEPS
THE LADY VANISHES
FOREIGN CORRESPONDENT

TV:
MI-5
WISH ME LUCK (British mini-series)

I may think of others later.
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Post by: Jeanne on May 22, 2008, 08:45:51 AM: Back to the house...
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Post by: MBarnum on May 22, 2008, 08:51:46 AM: TOD:

I love, love, love (that is 3 loves) the Italian espionage films...India also made some really fun ones...below are my 3 top favorites.

(http://www.moviegoods.com/assets/product_images/1020/216162.1020.A.jpg)

(http://www.davidjdeal.com/images/Secret%20Agent%20Fireball%2027A.jpg)

(http://imgs.inkfrog.com/pix/Mustafa/Inkfrog_1490.jpg)
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Post by: George on May 22, 2008, 08:59:26 AM: Quote from: singdaw on May 22, 2008, 01:41:19 AM
Last night DR George wrote:
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this one moment when one of the chorus guys comes out

Funny, I don't remember that moment in Man of La Mancha!! ::)

Welcome to Capital Playhouse!

;)
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Post by: George on May 22, 2008, 09:08:21 AM: Topic of the Day: I liked a few of the James Bond movies, but other than those, I couldn't say. :-\
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Post by: George on May 22, 2008, 09:10:59 AM: Well, I need to take a shower, get dressed, print directions to where I'm picking up TCB, then pick up TCB for our mini-PNW HHW Gathering 2008! :D I'm bringing my camera.

Have a good day, all!
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Post by: Edisaurus on May 22, 2008, 09:16:44 AM: Brenda's kitty on THE CLOSER gets a little "face time" in today's dailies:
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Post by: TCB on May 22, 2008, 09:22:27 AM: George, read your e-mail!!!
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Post by: Ron Pulliam on May 22, 2008, 09:45:07 AM: Quote from: Matt H. on May 22, 2008, 07:34:52 AM
I agree completely. Would have worked a lot better for me if he had been hanging on to a man.

I suspect that the cover is what worked best for the times in which it was printed. The title was the giveaway, but the art work made it easier/more acceptable for a closeted male, married or single, to take the book to the cashier of the drugstore in the town where he is known by the store's staff. It's a curiousity item, but the male-female cover made it "okay".
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Post by: Ron Pulliam on May 22, 2008, 09:46:26 AM: Quote from: TCB on May 22, 2008, 09:22:27 AM
George, read your e-mail!!!
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TCB, is George in trouble??
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;D
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Post by: bk on May 22, 2008, 09:57:26 AM: Quote from: William E. Lurie on May 22, 2008, 06:11:35 AM
BK---
Just thought you'd like to know that all the proofreading you do is worth it. I have every book you've written to date and I have never found a typo or other error. So many books I read have numerous errors and in non-fiction books factual errors that it is refreshing to find books that are not only well-written and enjoyable, but are also error free. Keep up the good work. Your readers appreciate it.

Much appreciated!
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Post by: bk on May 22, 2008, 09:58:45 AM: I got up at nine, and then decided to re-get up at nine-forty-five.
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Post by: bk on May 22, 2008, 09:59:10 AM: The sky is blue and I am groggy.
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Post by: JMK on May 22, 2008, 10:09:49 AM: Nice synchronicity title o' the day, as I just posted a review of the BBC miniseries Cranford, wherein I quote Imelda Staunton's town gossip: "We are in the throes of an emergency of the highest order."
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Post by: JMK on May 22, 2008, 10:11:48 AM: Quote from: MBarnum on May 22, 2008, 08:33:35 AM
HOT PANTS HOMO.......

I wish someone would do a book or a documentary on the artists and models who were responsible for all of those fantastic book covers in the 40s and 50s!

There is one about one of the artists which I just saw and I can't for the life of me remember where. It may have been an extra on a DVD I reviewed. I'll have to think on it--I remember very clearly them showing the different versions of covers through the years as the guy adapted his style to different eras.
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Post by: JMK on May 22, 2008, 10:27:26 AM: Arrrgh--now it's driving me crazy (a short, scenic excursion). I think this illustrator was from SF, he was quite old in the interview segments and they showed his cover art going back to the 40s or 50s. I'm pretty sure now it was an extra on a DVD but for the life of me I can't figure out what it was.
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Post by: Ginny on May 22, 2008, 10:43:07 AM: Quote from: MBarnum on May 22, 2008, 08:33:35 AM
HOT PANTS HOMO.......

I wish someone would do a book or a documentary on the artists and models who were responsible for all of those fantastic book covers in the 40s and 50s!

This book might come close, DR MBarnum:
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Post by: MBarnum on May 22, 2008, 11:12:43 AM: That looks like a wonderful book DR Ginny...although it looks to deal with the writers of those novels, rather then the cover artists or models....but still a book I may just need to buy!! Thanks for posting it!
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Post by: Jeanne on May 22, 2008, 11:47:11 AM: Well, well, well. Said new real estate agent was supposed to call me at 1:00, so we could set up a time for her to see my house. No call. I phoned her, only to learn that she'd been on the phone chatting with my friend (and real estate agent) Sue, in LA.
(Do I sound like BK?)
Haruummmpphh!
(Now I sound like Sing, though I can't sing like Sing.)

In any case, I've been ketsing up on posts while waiting.
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Post by: Jeanne on May 22, 2008, 11:48:47 AM: How come we're still on page 3?
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Post by: bk on May 22, 2008, 12:02:50 PM: That is the question o' the day - how can we still be on page three. Not just because FJL is in absentia - a LOT of people are in absentia these days.
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Post by: DearReaderLaura on May 22, 2008, 12:25:33 PM: Ive been in a meeting all morning.
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Post by: bk on May 22, 2008, 12:27:05 PM: Well, then how about Ben, Cilla, Ginny, vixmom, and others?
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Post by: bk on May 22, 2008, 12:27:40 PM: It's not exactly a holiday, is it?
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Post by: bk on May 22, 2008, 12:27:52 PM: Where is Jane?
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Post by: bk on May 22, 2008, 12:28:18 PM: Where is page four?
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Post by: bk on May 22, 2008, 12:28:37 PM: I gotta tell you.
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Post by: bk on May 22, 2008, 12:28:51 PM: Well, no one can say we didn't get to page four.
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Post by: elmore3003 on May 22, 2008, 12:29:36 PM: Reporting back from a nice luncheon with the attorney! I had Polish sausage, sauerkraut, beets and a salad, all quite wonderful, with a glass of wine. I've been playing at the computer with JoAnn, who's given my MySpace page a wonderful background and, when I'm back in Manhattan, she will help me do a slide show for the page.

DR Ginny, I hope I left a message on your phone!

BK, I meant to mention as well that I liked the new cover. I think that when sales start up on Kritzerland, I'll buy the first one as well and read them back to back, maybe front to front, too.
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Post by: Ginny on May 22, 2008, 12:31:46 PM: I'm here, BK, but my work internet just got real wonky. Seems to be OK now.
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Post by: Ginny on May 22, 2008, 12:33:34 PM: Quote from: elmore3003 on May 22, 2008, 12:29:36 PM
...
DR Ginny, I hope I left a message on your phone!
...

You did, indeed, and I've been waiting for you to return from lunch (sounds like you went to The Meadows). I'll call you soon.
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Post by: singdaw on May 22, 2008, 12:51:45 PM: Sorry - work is very, very busy today. :(
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Post by: singdaw on May 22, 2008, 12:52:34 PM: Quote from: elmore3003 on May 22, 2008, 12:29:36 PM
I had Polish sausage, sauerkraut, beets and a salad

Sounds like you'll be orchestrating the Toot Suite tonight! :D
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Post by: singdaw on May 22, 2008, 12:54:38 PM: DR Jeanne - sorry to hear that. Real Estate agents, like contractors, can be a tricky thing. ***VIBES*** that all will work out in the end!
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Post by: Ron Pulliam on May 22, 2008, 12:56:08 PM: It's nearly Memorial Day Weekend....a lot of folks are getting an early start.

That may "partially" explain why things here are so quiet.
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Post by: singdaw on May 22, 2008, 12:58:25 PM: Quote from: Ron Pulliam on May 22, 2008, 12:56:08 PM
It's nearly Memorial Day Weekend....a lot of folks are getting an early start.

Yeah...my boss is letting me go a whole EXTRA HOUR early tomorrow afternoon! ::)
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Post by: Ginny on May 22, 2008, 12:59:51 PM: Just got off the phone with DR Elmore. We could have talked a lot longer, but I'm at work. He's coming over for dinner on Sunday.
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Post by: Edisaurus on May 22, 2008, 01:16:01 PM: Quote from: George on May 22, 2008, 12:40:23 AM
That is one faboo cover, BK...except, why is he hugging a woman?? If he's a hot pants homo, shouldn't he be shown hugging another man? ;)

Well, on the cover it does state that he takes on men AND women...
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Post by: Matt H. on May 22, 2008, 01:20:18 PM: Quote from: Edisaurus on May 22, 2008, 09:16:44 AM
Brenda's kitty on THE CLOSER gets a little "face time" in today's dailies:

I love Kitty!
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Post by: Edisaurus on May 22, 2008, 01:21:32 PM: Watching the handlers, she seems like a very mellow kitty. And she gets lots of treats!
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Post by: Matt H. on May 22, 2008, 01:24:51 PM: I spent all afternoon with the Logo series EXES AND OHS. It's a kind of THE L-WORD Lite in that it IS all about lesbians and their emotional and professional relationships, but, of course, they don't have Showtime money to shell out for big stars like Marlee Matlin, Cybill Shepherd, and Jennifer Beals.

The six episodes in the set were perfectly pleasant, OK little dramedies, but nothing outstanding. Of course, I'm sure lesbians, like gay men with QUEER AS FOLK, were delighted to have ANYTHING that portrayed facets of their lives, even if the drama was fairly predictable and the comedy was routine.
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Post by: Matt H. on May 22, 2008, 01:25:51 PM: Quote from: Edisaurus on May 22, 2008, 01:21:32 PM
Watching the handlers, she seems like a very mellow kitty. And she gets lots of treats!

One of my favorite things about Kitty is how Brenda continues to refer to Kitty as a "he," even though "he's" given birth.
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Post by: Matt H. on May 22, 2008, 01:27:30 PM: There are a good many bonus features on EXES AND OHS. I watched the six deleted scenes. The five leading actresses are each interviewed, and I'll be starting on those when I go back downstairs.
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Post by: Matt H. on May 22, 2008, 01:29:58 PM: The UPS man arrived just before I came upstairs. Today's mail brought FIVE review copy TV box sets!

THE ODD COUPLE - Season 4

THE FUGITIVE - Season 2, Vol. 1

HAWAII FIVE-O - Season 4

7TH HEAVEN - Season 6

WEEDS - Season 3
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Post by: Edisaurus on May 22, 2008, 01:31:23 PM: Quote from: Matt H. on May 22, 2008, 01:25:51 PM
One of my favorite things about Kitty is how Brenda continues to refer to Kitty as a "he," even though "he's" given birth.

As of this season, she still does!

One of my favorite things is that kitty isn't cute at all---she kind of looks sort of mean and scraggly!
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Post by: Ron Pulliam on May 22, 2008, 01:51:51 PM: Quote from: singdaw on May 22, 2008, 12:58:25 PM
Yeah...my boss is letting me go a whole EXTRA HOUR early tomorrow afternoon! ::)

That's more than generous.

I'm taking the entire day off.

;D
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Post by: Edisaurus on May 22, 2008, 01:51:55 PM: This video was posted on the Randy Newman group's list. but I thought the DR's might enjoy it. Great choreography and directing!
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Post by: Edisaurus on May 22, 2008, 01:52:16 PM: Here's the link: http://blip.tv/file/926252/
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Post by: DearReaderLaura on May 22, 2008, 01:52:42 PM: Weeds - Season 3? I don't believe I've heard of that show.
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Post by: Edisaurus on May 22, 2008, 01:53:10 PM: I had no idea 3rd Rock had such occasionally elaborate production numbers. And it was fun to see Randy Newman's cameo, too!
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Post by: DearReaderLaura on May 22, 2008, 01:54:51 PM: Oh, what a lovely day! Gray, windy, we just had a light sprinkle. I wish the skies would just open up and let it POUR.
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Post by: bk on May 22, 2008, 01:58:44 PM: elmore, I think you'll enjoy these two books, at least I hope so. The reaction to the first was really nice, and I like the second one even better, in a way.
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Post by: bk on May 22, 2008, 01:59:20 PM: I have to shower and then be on my way to a walk-through at the Wilshire Ebell Theater.
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Post by: bk on May 22, 2008, 01:59:36 PM: Will we never get to page five?
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Post by: bk on May 22, 2008, 01:59:57 PM: Will this be our lowest posting day ever? And, if so, why?
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Post by: Matt H. on May 22, 2008, 02:06:06 PM: Quote from: DearReaderLaura on May 22, 2008, 01:52:42 PM
Weeds - Season 3? I don't believe I've heard of that show.

It's on Showtime with Mary-Louise Parker and Elizabeth Perkins. A suburban mom sells pot to help makes ends meet with the rising cost of things.
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Post by: Matt H. on May 22, 2008, 02:06:52 PM: Quote from: bk on May 22, 2008, 01:59:57 PM
Will this be our lowest posting day ever? And, if so, why?

Your post tied the all-time low (118 posts), and with many hours left in the day, there is no cuase to worry.
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Post by: Matt H. on May 22, 2008, 02:10:12 PM: Page Five Scarecrow, Tin Man, and Dorothy Dance!!!
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Post by: Matt H. on May 22, 2008, 02:13:45 PM: I'm going to head back down to finish watching (if possible) the bonus features on EXES AND OHS.

Around 7 p.m., I'll switch over to last night's LAW & ORDER.

WBBL.
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Post by: singdaw on May 22, 2008, 02:17:47 PM: Tonight is choir night, so...

Later, gators!
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Post by: Michael on May 22, 2008, 02:52:14 PM: I glad to see the news about Ellen's upcoming marriage. It will be the largest Lesbian wedding since Liza Minnelli married David Guest!
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Post by: Ron Pulliam on May 22, 2008, 03:20:37 PM: Quote from: Michael S on May 22, 2008, 02:52:14 PM
I glad to see the news about Ellen's upcoming marriage. It will be the largest Lesbian wedding since Liza Minnelli married David Guest!

LOL! ;D
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Post by: Ron Pulliam on May 22, 2008, 03:26:49 PM: I'll go my way by myself
No one else here but me!

I'll try to apply myself
Alone at twenty past three!
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Post by: Jane on May 22, 2008, 03:56:49 PM: Quote from: Edisaurus on May 22, 2008, 09:16:44 AM
Brenda's kitty on THE CLOSER gets a little "face time" in today's dailies:

Sweet :)
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Post by: Jane on May 22, 2008, 04:03:52 PM: Quote from: Matt H. on May 22, 2008, 01:25:51 PM
One of my favorite things about Kitty is how Brenda continues to refer to Kitty as a "he," even though "he's" given birth.

Very funny, I'm pleased to hear the gag will continue in the new season. I think Kitty is cute.
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Post by: bk on May 22, 2008, 04:42:00 PM: I'm back from the walk-through - too damn much traffic out there.
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Post by: JoseSPiano on May 22, 2008, 04:46:22 PM: Good Evening!

I'm back from a full day of auditions... Whew!

-Of course, we ended up in the smallest room at Equity today - the one with no windows, one small ventilation vent, and a pole in the middle of the room which always makes it quite interesting when setting up the room. The talent turnout today was pretty decent - even DR Ben's ever-lovin' Ant showed up today! - but I have to say, when I got out of there at 5:35, I was quite tired and drained. And I'm still feeling a bit 'small'. -But I know part of that is the cooler/colder weather. As Genevieve asks in The Baker's Wife: Where is the warmth?
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Post by: JoseSPiano on May 22, 2008, 04:47:44 PM: As for "Weeds" - I like "Weeds". However, I do not like "weed", and, in fact, I believe I'm actually allergic to it, but have never been around it long enough to find out just how reactive I am/would be.

::)
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Post by: ArnoldMBrockman on May 22, 2008, 04:48:37 PM: I am on my way tomorrow at 5:00 AM to Nashville for a Wedding. I will not be back until late Monday Afternoon. Therefore,there will be no Songs of The Day on Friday,Saturday or Sunday. I wish all Our DR's a Wonderful Memorial Day Weekend.
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Post by: JoseSPiano on May 22, 2008, 04:49:14 PM: Quote from: JRand57 on May 22, 2008, 05:57:24 AM
Sometimes when you are trying to block a play, the actors suddenly forget that they have ever been onstage before, and can't figure out that we are blocking for a thrust stage and SO they shouldn't read the stage directions for a proscenium play.

Just listen to me and WRITE IT DOWN. We are running Act One again this evening.

I had a stage manager once who would start off all run-throughs by making everyone chant:

My brains will not go out my ass.
My brains will not go out my ass.
My brains will not go out my ass.
My brains will not go out my ass.
My brains will not go out my ass.
My brains will not go out my ass....
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Post by: JoseSPiano on May 22, 2008, 04:50:17 PM: Quote from: ArnoldMBrockman on May 22, 2008, 04:48:37 PM
I am on my way tomorrow at 5:00 AM to Nashville for a Wedding. I will not be back until late Monday Afternoon. Therefore,there will be no Songs of The Day on Friday,Saturday or Sunday. I wish all Our DR's a Wonderful Memorial Day Weekend.

Safe travels, DR ArnoldMBrockman! Have a wonderful time at the wedding!

*And be sure to bring back some Goo-Goo Clusters and Tipsy Cake! :)
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Post by: Jane on May 22, 2008, 04:50:29 PM: Matt H, now that we have watched HOUSE and BONES I did as I said I would and read your comments.
As for BONES…..Keith just stated the quality of the show this season was such high quality and to end with this terrible episode is very disappointing. We completely agree with you.

SPOILERS AHEAD:

Knowing Zach as we did, it just isn’t plausible. I just read an interview with Eric. (http://community.tvguide.com/blog-entry/TV-Show-Blog/Tv-Previews/Bones-Eric-Millegan/800039999)
During the interview he references episodes that didn’t happen, due to the strike, regarding Zack’s post traumatic stress on his return from Iraq. These would have offered more understanding to the why of what happened. While the episodes would have been interesting, I don’t buy that as an explanation either.
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Post by: JoseSPiano on May 22, 2008, 04:51:11 PM: Quote from: Matt H. on May 22, 2008, 07:34:52 AM
I agree completely. Would have worked a lot better for me if he had been hanging on to a man.

Well... Considering how good some of the drag queens are here in NYC, he could very well be holding a man on that book cover. ;)
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Post by: Jane on May 22, 2008, 04:53:52 PM: Quote from: JoseSPiano on May 22, 2008, 04:47:44 PM
As for "Weeds" - I like "Weeds". However, I do not like "weed", and, in fact, I believe I'm actually allergic to it, but have never been around it long enough to find out just how reactive I am/would be.

::)

Years ago, before we had children, we went to a birthday party and didn't want to insult the party boy when most of the guest began smoking. By the time we got home I could hardly breathe and was sick for two days.
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Post by: Jane on May 22, 2008, 04:55:27 PM: DR ArnoldMBrockman,

SAFE AND EASY TRAVEL VIBES!

AND HAVE A GREAT TIME![/b]
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Post by: Jane on May 22, 2008, 05:05:17 PM: As for HOUSE:

WOW! We thought the two part season finale was fantastic. DR Matt H-I agree with your comments, still-great episode. We just sat there for a few minutes after it was over. And then we watched BONES-big mistake.
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Post by: bk on May 22, 2008, 05:14:55 PM: What weird weather we're having today. It started with sunny blue skies, and cooler than it's been. Then gray skies, then blue, then gray, then blue, now blue/gray. Then we had about five minutes of rain. That was the Valley.

On the other side of the hill it was sunny and muggy and disgusting. In other reports, certain outlying parts of Orange County are having hugely heavy rain, I mean like one inch in thirty minutes - flooding everywhere. In Pasadena - hail. Back in the City of Studio - loud thunder, despite the half-sunny skies.

Perhaps it's the end of the world.
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Post by: bk on May 22, 2008, 05:15:32 PM: The girls and musical director will be here in about forty minutes. I think we'll only work about a half-hour or an hour, then I'll go get something interesting to eat.
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Post by: Jane on May 22, 2008, 05:30:24 PM: It seems banks are making it difficult to get loans to purchase a house, even for buyers who have excellent credit. Bryan could use some vibes-still no closing as the second lender is now hesitant.
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Post by: Ginny on May 22, 2008, 05:41:09 PM: Real estate vibes for Bryan!

And for DR Jeanne!

And for DR Elmore!
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Post by: Edisaurus on May 22, 2008, 05:49:51 PM: What do you think of the Wilshire Ebell theatre, bk? Is it as cool on the inside as it looks on the outside?
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Post by: Edisaurus on May 22, 2008, 05:50:14 PM: And did you ask Mr. Geissman for his snail mail address?
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Post by: elmore3003 on May 22, 2008, 06:00:13 PM: Randy and I ran an errand to an RV place in Hamilton, OH, for Joann. It was fun: we played amongst all the RV paraphernalia and things for sale and then Randy made me go through all of the display RVs; the best one cost $247,000 and it was reduced to $191,000. Who can afford these gas eaters?

So, on the way to Hamilton, Randy told me that Macbeth asked if that red car parked in his driveway was mine, and Randy said yes. He also told M that his house was only a short walk away. M's response was that I knew where he lived.

I doubt I'll see the Macbeths this visit. Max the male german shepherd has been getting frisky with Mattie, so we think there's a dog in heat in the neighborhood. Tonight, Max climbred on Mattie and Jo ordered him to stop. I said, "Max, if you want to hump a bitch, Lady M's next door." Jo laughed. Randy didn't.
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Post by: Jane on May 22, 2008, 06:23:27 PM: I'm laughing.
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Post by: Jane on May 22, 2008, 06:26:06 PM: Thank you DR Ginny, so close to closing and all these hassles and delays. It should have closed a week ago today.
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Post by: singdaw on May 22, 2008, 06:45:29 PM: [size=8]PAGE 5???[/size]

I go away for hours and hours, and we're STILL on PAGE 5????????? To quote Zaneeta: "Ye Gods!"

This will simply not do.

;D
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Post by: singdaw on May 22, 2008, 06:46:56 PM: ***VIBES OF FORTITUDE*** to DR elmore3003!

***REAL ESTATE CLOSING VIBES*** to DS Bryan!

***SAFE & EASY TRAVEL VIBES*** to DR ArnoldMBrockman! And have fun at the wedding! :D
Title: Re:IN THE THROES
Post by: singdaw on May 22, 2008, 06:48:02 PM: I spy me a DR TCB. But I'm afraid I'm too exhausted to stay up to find out how the lunch went today. :(
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Post by: TCB on May 22, 2008, 06:48:59 PM: Quote from: MBarnum on May 22, 2008, 08:51:46 AM
TOD:

I love, love, love (that is 3 loves) the Italian espionage films...India also made some really fun ones...below are my 3 top favorites.

(http://www.davidjdeal.com/images/Secret%20Agent%20Fireball%2027A.jpg)

Strange as it may seem, I believe I actually saw this movie - in a theater!
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Post by: TCB on May 22, 2008, 06:50:26 PM: Quote from: singdaw on May 22, 2008, 06:48:02 PM
I spy me a DR TCB. But I'm afraid I'm too exhausted to stay up to find out how the lunch went today. :(

The lunch was wonderful. Fred and Skip are real treasures. Sadly, I am not doing well. The most severe case of MRSA that I have had yet.
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Post by: Jane on May 22, 2008, 06:52:33 PM: DR Singdaw, thank you.

DR TCB-Thank you for the lunch news and I'm especially glad you didn't miss this special day.
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Post by: Jane on May 22, 2008, 06:54:30 PM: DR TCB-

MRSA BEGONE VIBES!!!!

FEEL BETTER SOON!
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Post by: JoseSPiano on May 22, 2008, 06:55:20 PM: Quote from: singdaw on May 22, 2008, 06:46:56 PM
***VIBES OF FORTITUDE*** to DR elmore3003!

***REAL ESTATE CLOSING VIBES*** to DS Bryan!

***SAFE & EASY TRAVEL VIBES*** to DR ArnoldMBrockman! And have fun at the wedding! :D

Umm... That could have been three posts instead of one. ;)
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Post by: JoseSPiano on May 22, 2008, 06:58:27 PM: DR TCB - I'm so glad you were able to meet Fred and Skip today. And I really do hope that your MRSA does not keep you from attending The Last Starfighter, or from doing anything else.
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Post by: TCB on May 22, 2008, 07:02:27 PM: Quote from: Jane on May 22, 2008, 06:54:30 PM
DR TCB-

MRSA BEGONE VIBES!!!!

FEEL BETTER SOON!

MY doctor suggested a witch doctor to remove the curse.
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Post by: TCB on May 22, 2008, 07:04:25 PM: Quote from: Jane on May 22, 2008, 06:52:33 PM
DR Singdaw, thank you.

DR TCB-Thank you for the lunch news and I'm especially glad you didn't miss this special day.

I was lucky. The numbing agent didn't wear off until we were eating. He gave me quite a bit, because he had to lance my whole armpit.
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Post by: TCB on May 22, 2008, 07:06:49 PM: Quote from: JoseSPiano on May 22, 2008, 06:58:27 PM
DR TCB - I'm so glad you were able to meet Fred and Skip today. And I really do hope that your MRSA does not keep you from attending The Last Starfighter, or from doing anything else.

Your name came up qute often during lunch, Jose. Only nice things were said.
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Post by: JoseSPiano on May 22, 2008, 07:13:39 PM: Quote from: TCB on May 22, 2008, 07:06:49 PM
Your name came up qute often during lunch, Jose. Only nice things were said.

Awww, thanks. Although... Define "nice". ;)
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Post by: Jane on May 22, 2008, 07:14:51 PM: Quote from: JoseSPiano on May 22, 2008, 07:13:39 PM
Define "nice". ;)

Jose. :)
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Post by: Jane on May 22, 2008, 07:16:32 PM: Quote from: TCB on May 22, 2008, 07:04:25 PM
I was lucky. The numbing agent didn't wear off until we were eating. He gave me quite a bit, because he had to lance my whole armpit.

Oh :(

You must have needed a number of shots to numb such a large area-those hurt too. Poor baby!
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Post by: TCB on May 22, 2008, 07:18:07 PM: Quote from: JoseSPiano on May 22, 2008, 07:13:39 PM
Awww, thanks. Although... Define "nice". ;)

To be honest, a lot of names were brought up during lunch; and all of the talk was very nice. In fact, we were being so damn nice; you would have sworn we were auditioning for a remake of Polyanna.
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Post by: Ginny on May 22, 2008, 07:21:21 PM: DR TCB - Sorry to hear you're having a recurrence. Hope today was good for your spirits!
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Post by: TCB on May 22, 2008, 07:23:25 PM: I am sure that Fred and Skip would appreciate a few vibes sent their way. While we were at lunch, Skip received a phone call from the director of STARFIGHTER informing him that their leading man's (he plays Alex) father had suffered a stroke. Hopefully, everything will work itself out, but the first performance is tomorrow night.
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Post by: Edisaurus on May 22, 2008, 07:25:33 PM: TCB, I cursa da MRSA! I hope it improves quickly!
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Post by: Edisaurus on May 22, 2008, 07:31:57 PM: Vibes to Fred and Skip, and the whole Starfighter crew!
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Post by: TCB on May 22, 2008, 07:33:17 PM: Quote from: Edisaurus on May 22, 2008, 07:25:33 PM
TCB, I cursa da MRSA! I hope it improves quickly!

If Fred was online, he could probably the write the song.

Thanks for the kind thoughts Edi, Ginny, Jane, and Jose.
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Post by: Jane on May 22, 2008, 07:33:52 PM: Vibes to Skip & Fred, and to the leading man's father.

'night
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Post by: Ginny on May 22, 2008, 07:44:30 PM: Quote from: Jane on May 22, 2008, 07:33:52 PM
Vibes to Skip & Fred, and to the leading man's father.

Ditto

Quote
'night

Ditto
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Post by: Ben on May 22, 2008, 07:45:35 PM: Well, I'm doing something new and exciting. I'm posting from a laptop in the living room.

Yes, we now have a laptop thanks to George W. Bush. I spent my enticement on a Dell Vostro and it came this afternoon. I set it up and it has a built in wireless card so I decided to see what would happen. Lo and behold there are a few (low power) unsecured networks in my neighborhood and I'm on the net!

Ant will be taking this with him to Wisconsin but he's not leaving until the end of July. Until then we will play with the new toy. Signals seem to be better in the living room than the bedroom and on the dining room table but not by the window. Weird. Oh, well, at least it works. Hoo and Ray!

It's past my bedtime. Night, folks.
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Post by: TCB on May 22, 2008, 07:57:45 PM: Quote from: Ben on May 22, 2008, 07:45:35 PM
Well, I'm doing something new and exciting. I'm posting from a laptop in the living room.

Yes, we now have a laptop thanks to George W. Bush. I spent my enticement on a Dell Vostro and it came this afternoon. I set it up and it has a built in wireless card so I decided to see what would happen. Lo and behold there are a few (low power) unsecured networks in my neighborhood and I'm on the net!

Ant will be taking this with him to Wisconsin but he's not leaving until the end of July. Until then we will play with the new toy. Signals seem to be better in the living room than the bedroom and on the dining room table but not by the window. Weird. Oh, well, at least it works. Hoo and Ray!

Ben, I think you and Ant need to work on the signals in the bedroom. They can be the key to a happy relationship.
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Post by: TCB on May 22, 2008, 07:58:15 PM: Quote from: Jane on May 22, 2008, 07:33:52 PM

'night

Ditto!
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Post by: Cillaliz on May 22, 2008, 08:08:36 PM: Good evening. I got online earlier today and then got distracted so although I was signed in, I was no where near the computer. Anyway, it's been a long week lots and lots of good things happening work wise and lots and lots of work on the murder case. I took tonight off to watch UGLY BETTY and GREY'S ANATOMY. I'm glad I did
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Post by: Cillaliz on May 22, 2008, 08:14:08 PM: I am very sleepy now. I'm working tomorrow but have no appointments or court hearings, so I'll have a chance to go to the jail and catch up pn some other things that have falled through the cracks a little
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Post by: Cillaliz on May 22, 2008, 08:15:37 PM: Vibes to all who need them
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Post by: Matt H. on May 22, 2008, 08:16:19 PM: Quote from: Jane on May 22, 2008, 05:05:17 PM
As for HOUSE:

WOW! We thought the two part season finale was fantastic. DR Matt H-I agree with your comments, still-great episode. We just sat there for a few minutes after it was over. And then we watched BONES-big mistake.

Yes, HOUSE was an expert episode, but I watched it at the worst possible time after just watching BONES. (And CSI: MIAMI, which I watched after that, was a complete downer, too; so much so that I have given up on the series.)
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Post by: Cillaliz on May 22, 2008, 08:16:52 PM: Congrats to DR Samantha for going back, working very hard and graduating from high school. She took a little time off for awhile but went back and finished with straight As. You go girl!
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Post by: Cillaliz on May 22, 2008, 08:17:38 PM: I'd buy her a drink, but she's still not old enough :)
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Post by: Cillaliz on May 22, 2008, 08:18:17 PM: Well, here we are in page 7 heaven
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Post by: Cillaliz on May 22, 2008, 08:18:32 PM: I'll let someone else post a page 7 dance
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Post by: Matt H. on May 22, 2008, 08:19:31 PM: I spent some time finishing up the bonus features on EXES AND OHS. There was one interview that I had seen when I watched THE BIG GAY SKETCH SHOW's bonus features.

Anyway, now all I have to do is write it up.
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Post by: Cillaliz on May 22, 2008, 08:20:16 PM: What I learned today in reading a statement in one of my non-murder cases..... "Josh just sat and ate spaghetti" For some reason that cracks me up.
Title: Re:IN THE THROES
Post by: Matt H. on May 22, 2008, 08:21:02 PM: I had read some bad press about UGLY BETTY's season finale, but I found it very good. Yes, there's a stupid cliffhanger, but I enjoyed the show otherwise.

I just love Betty's father, and Eddie Cibrian as Hilda's potential new boy friend - YUM!
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Post by: MBarnum on May 22, 2008, 08:21:24 PM: TCB, glad you had fun with Fred and Skip, they are such great guys...and that Fred has such as sence of humor...he just cracks me up!

And mega vibes to you regarding that MRSA! I am so sorry it is back :(
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Post by: Cillaliz on May 22, 2008, 08:21:29 PM: It's supposed to be a rainy weekend. Funny, I couldn't believe that today was actually Thursday and now I keep thinking tomorrow is Saturday. Go figure. I think we may close at noon tomorrow.
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Post by: Cillaliz on May 22, 2008, 08:22:01 PM: Fun with Fred and Skip.....hmmm
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Post by: Matt H. on May 22, 2008, 08:22:16 PM: GREY'S ANATOMY had a crowded and very enjoyable set of stories on its two hour season finale. One of the most satisfying season finales I have seen this year.

Can't wait to see what LOST comes up with next week.
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Post by: Cillaliz on May 22, 2008, 08:23:34 PM: This is the first day this week I haven't worked about 12-16 hours (at least) it feels great to relax
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Post by: Cillaliz on May 22, 2008, 08:24:11 PM: Quote from: Matt H. on May 22, 2008, 08:22:16 PM
GREY'S ANATOMY had a crowded and very enjoyable set of stories on its two hour season finale. One of the most satisfying season finales I seen this year.

Can't wait to see what LOST comes up with next week.

I felt the same way about GREY'S ANATOMY. I really enjoyed it.
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Post by: MBarnum on May 22, 2008, 08:24:13 PM: And TCB, it is no wonder SECRET AGENT FIREBALL stuck in your mind...here is the star of the film, Richard Harrison!

(http://images.auctionworks.com/hi/44/43919/richard_harrison_1_shirtless.jpg)
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Post by: Cillaliz on May 22, 2008, 08:26:17 PM: There is the dumbest commercial here for Screen Builders...they have a sort of prefab screened in porch thing. It's this couple going out on to their porch like it's a vacation. He comes in and says "Hey, Honey" she says in a very whiny voice "I hate that shirt" he says "I always wear this on vacation"

I think, sheesh! What a nasty way to treat someone
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Post by: Cillaliz on May 22, 2008, 08:26:57 PM: Vibes to those in the paths of the tornados in Colorado...
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Post by: Cillaliz on May 22, 2008, 08:27:22 PM: We're getting close to 200
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Post by: Cillaliz on May 22, 2008, 08:27:56 PM: La-La-La- LA...... just singing, don't mind me
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Post by: Cillaliz on May 22, 2008, 08:28:28 PM: I'm usually a news junkie, I haven't had time this week...boy am I learning things on the news tonight
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Post by: Cillaliz on May 22, 2008, 08:29:03 PM: I think I'm going to go to bed early tonight
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Post by: Cillaliz on May 22, 2008, 08:29:21 PM: Oh Drumroll ;dofihnflgviuhfnglvjhfgnlducjgnlfjcngn
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Post by: Cillaliz on May 22, 2008, 08:29:37 PM: POST 200
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Post by: Cillaliz on May 22, 2008, 08:29:49 PM: My work is done
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Post by: Cillaliz on May 22, 2008, 08:30:14 PM: Hi Michael....good to see you
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Post by: Cillaliz on May 22, 2008, 08:31:33 PM: You know....I really did like Grey's Anatomy. I found it quite satisfying...
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Post by: Cillaliz on May 22, 2008, 08:34:32 PM: Ok, that does it for me....night all
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Post by: Matt H. on May 22, 2008, 08:40:06 PM: Quote from: MBarnum on May 22, 2008, 08:24:13 PM
And TCB, it is no wonder SECRET AGENT FIREBALL stuck in your mind...here is the star of the film, Richard Harrison!

(http://images.auctionworks.com/hi/44/43919/richard_harrison_1_shirtless.jpg)

Whoa! Sorry I missed him even if the movie didn't measure up to the man himself!

;D
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Post by: Cillaliz on May 22, 2008, 08:40:08 PM: YOUNG AT HEART will be at our local movie theater starting tomorrow. I'm looking forward to seeing it this weekend. Maybe even a Friday matinee
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Post by: Matt H. on May 22, 2008, 08:40:38 PM: Got to do a little writing, so I'll sign off for the evening.

Good night!
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Post by: JoseSPiano on May 22, 2008, 08:44:08 PM: OK... Me sleepy. Me have long day of auditions tomorrow. Me need to go to bed.

Goodnight.
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Post by: Adriana Patti on May 22, 2008, 08:53:53 PM: Hello all - Sorry I have been Errant and Truant and Absent. Glad life is going well for those who are happy - and Super Vibes for those who need them.
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Post by: Adriana Patti on May 22, 2008, 09:03:07 PM: I saw Indiana Jones today at the "The Dome". I had not been there in a while and forgot just how impressive it was. I sat in the 4th row center and was very happy :)

For those who haven't seen it and are worried about the tales you have been hearing about how far out there the plot is - remember - the other movies weren't exactly believable either.

Yes, there is a lot of CGI - only a minor portion of it really sticks out though. Yes, you see where all the plot points are going from the very beginning. Yes, the stunts have crossed into the realm of the entirely unbelievable, like most action movies these days. But mostly the movie is fun and funny and filled with Indy jokes.
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Post by: Adriana Patti on May 22, 2008, 09:03:21 PM: oooh, page 8 - how exciting!
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Post by: Adriana Patti on May 22, 2008, 09:04:33 PM: Wow, I came on and it seems like everyone else left >.<
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Post by: Adriana Patti on May 22, 2008, 09:06:28 PM: Page 8 Cinerama Dome Dance
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Post by: Adriana Patti on May 22, 2008, 09:07:53 PM: One more picture - just because I love the inside.
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Post by: bk on May 22, 2008, 09:37:39 PM: We had a wonderful work session with Miss Jenna Green and Miss Emily Rozek - how fun it was to see Emily again and to meet Jenna. We decided on the program for the event and it's going to be really swellegant. We have to do one more little work session next week, then we don't get together again until the band rehearsal the day before.
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Post by: bk on May 22, 2008, 09:38:46 PM: The Dome is impressive, but the way they show movies is not. The projection is too dim and it is foolish to show 35mm scope on a Cinerama-sized screen designed for 70mm - I simply will not go there. I have a screening of Indy on Monday at the DGA - that's where to see movies.
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Post by: bk on May 22, 2008, 09:38:59 PM: Will we never get to page nine?
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Post by: bk on May 22, 2008, 09:39:58 PM: I ate some chicken for dinner, whilst watching a Charlie Chan movie - unfortunately the power in the den crashed four times, which was very annoying. Clearly there is a short somewhere between the breaker and that section of the house that involves the den and the guest bathroom.
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Post by: bk on May 22, 2008, 09:40:11 PM: I gotta tell you.
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Post by: bk on May 22, 2008, 09:40:26 PM: Oh, that's right - it's after nine - WUSSBURGER time.
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Post by: George on May 22, 2008, 09:52:26 PM: Quote from: TCB on May 22, 2008, 09:22:27 AM
George, read your e-mail!!!
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Got it. ;) I'm home...and have been for a couple of hours. Most is well and the lunch with TCB, Skip and Fred was delightful. :D
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Post by: George on May 22, 2008, 09:53:18 PM: I need to ketchup with all the posts first...so, back to Page 4.
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Post by: George on May 22, 2008, 10:07:00 PM: Quote from: Edisaurus on May 22, 2008, 01:51:55 PM
This video was posted on the Randy Newman group's list. but I thought the DR's might enjoy it. Great choreography and directing!

Quote from: Edisaurus on May 22, 2008, 01:52:16 PM
Here's the link: http://blip.tv/file/926252/

I remember watching this episode! It was wonderful. I bought the 3-D video...it came with 2 pairs of 3-D glasses. I still have it. :D
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Post by: bk on May 22, 2008, 10:08:47 PM: Why wasn't I at this lunch. Oh, yeah, I'm here in LA.
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Post by: George on May 22, 2008, 10:14:32 PM: ~~~Travel Safely Vibes for Arnold M. Brockman!!~~~
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Post by: George on May 22, 2008, 10:15:16 PM: Quote from: bk on May 22, 2008, 10:08:47 PM
Why wasn't I at this lunch. Oh, yeah, I'm here in LA.

You could've flown up...we're going to meet again on Saturday. We'd love to see you! :D
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Post by: George on May 22, 2008, 10:18:25 PM: ~~~VIBES ALL AROUND TO EVERYONE WHO NEEDS AND/OR WANTS THEM!!~~~

;D
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Post by: George on May 22, 2008, 10:20:30 PM: Quote from: TCB on May 22, 2008, 07:18:07 PM
To be honest, a lot of names were brought up during lunch; and all of the talk was very nice. In fact, we were being so damn nice; you would have sworn we were auditioning for a remake of Polyanna.

True, very true. :)
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Post by: George on May 22, 2008, 10:30:05 PM: Quote from: Adriana Patti on May 22, 2008, 09:06:28 PM
Page 8 Cinerama Dome Dance

(http://www.haineshisway.com/community/attachments/Cinerama_Dome.jpg)

There is a Cinerama theater in Seattle. We saw "Star Wars" there years ago, when it was re-released.
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Post by: George on May 22, 2008, 10:30:24 PM: Quote from: Matt H. on May 22, 2008, 08:21:02 PM
I had read some bad press about UGLY BETTY's season finale, but I found it very good. Yes, there's a stupid cliffhanger, but I enjoyed the show otherwise.

I just love Betty's father, and Eddie Cibrian as Hilda's potential new boy friend - YUM!

Did you ever see the movie, "But I'm a Cheerleader!"? He's in that and he's VERY yummy! ;)
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Post by: George on May 22, 2008, 10:32:55 PM: Quote from: TCB on May 22, 2008, 07:23:25 PM
I am sure that Fred and Skip would appreciate a few vibes sent their way. While we were at lunch, Skip received a phone call from the director of STARFIGHTER informing him that their leading man's (he plays Alex) father had suffered a stroke. Hopefully, everything will work itself out, but the first performance is tomorrow night.

That definitely was some unexpected news. :-\
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Post by: George on May 22, 2008, 10:42:46 PM: Well, I was able to take a few pictures, but no portraits. Anyway, here's the theater marquee in Issaquah, Washington:

(http://i238.photobucket.com/albums/ff302/HHWgroup/Marquee1.jpg)

And yes, the theater really is that narrow.
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Post by: George on May 22, 2008, 10:48:05 PM: I don't remember the name of the restaurant where we ate, but here is one of the appetizers that we got. It's (what's left of) bruschetta (and was very good):

(http://i238.photobucket.com/albums/ff302/HHWgroup/Bruschetta.jpg)

Fred also ordered some coconut shrimp appetizer, but I didn't get a picture of that...nor did I eat any. To me, seafood = :P
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Post by: George on May 22, 2008, 10:48:47 PM: I had the Asian chicken salad. I really enjoyed it:

(http://i238.photobucket.com/albums/ff302/HHWgroup/GeorgesFood.jpg)
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Post by: George on May 22, 2008, 10:50:01 PM: I don't remember what TCB, Skip or Fred had, but here are pictures of what they had. First is TCB's meal:

(http://i238.photobucket.com/albums/ff302/HHWgroup/TCBsFood.jpg)
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Post by: George on May 22, 2008, 10:50:29 PM: Next, here's Skip's:

(http://i238.photobucket.com/albums/ff302/HHWgroup/SkipsFood.jpg)
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Post by: George on May 22, 2008, 10:51:22 PM: And finally, Fred's:

(http://i238.photobucket.com/albums/ff302/HHWgroup/FredsFood.jpg)
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Post by: George on May 22, 2008, 10:54:13 PM: At least, I think I attributed the pictures to the correct eaters. ;)
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Post by: George on May 22, 2008, 10:54:43 PM: Well, BK will be a bit happier. Since we're so close...
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Post by: George on May 22, 2008, 10:55:08 PM: PAGE NINE DANCE!!
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Post by: George on May 22, 2008, 11:11:10 PM: Anyway, after lunch, TCB and I drove back to his work in Tacoma where he left his car. I dropped him off and headed back south. One of the reasons that I was thinking about postponing today's lunch (other than saving gas) was that tonight was the volunteer appreciation dinner at the Washington Center for the Performing Arts, here in Olympia. But I decided to go ahead with the lunch with TCB, Skip and Fred and I'm glad I did. :)
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Post by: George on May 22, 2008, 11:13:38 PM: But fortunately, I was able to get to the dinner shortly after it started. It was mostly finger food, so had a few pieces of cheese, some carrots and a small piece of carrot cake and a very small (and I mean small) brownie. It all tasted good, but everything small. I'm glad I ate before I got there. ;)
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Post by: George on May 22, 2008, 11:17:51 PM: They announced their next season and the two shows that I can remember are the touring companies of Gilligan's Island: The Musical with Greg Brady himself, Barry Williams(!) and Moving Out, The Twyla Tharp/Billy Joel dance musical.
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Post by: George on May 22, 2008, 11:19:36 PM: The one BIG performer that I'm VERY excited about is...
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Post by: George on May 22, 2008, 11:19:57 PM: ...wait for it...
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Post by: George on May 22, 2008, 11:20:21 PM: LINDA EDER!! :D
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Post by: George on May 22, 2008, 11:27:18 PM: Evidently, the major sponsor went to the Washington Center with the idea. I CAN'T WAIT!! I saw her in concert a few years ago in Seattle with Michael Feinstein and she was incredible!
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Post by: George on May 22, 2008, 11:28:30 PM: When I saw her in Jekyll & Hyde in 1995 (I think), she was riveting when she stood there and sang. When she just "acted"...not so much. ::)

;)
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Post by: bk on May 22, 2008, 11:44:29 PM: Little BK, happy at last.
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Post by: George on May 22, 2008, 11:53:34 PM: Every year at the volunteer appreciation dinner, they have door prizes. This year, I won two tickets to Harlequin Productions' production of "Antony and Cleopatra" in October! Value=$66! It was the big prize! If I had gotten there on time, I wouldn't have gotten the ticket that I got and I wouldn't have won. So it's a good thing, all around!
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Post by: George on May 23, 2008, 12:22:34 AM: I'm sorry, BK, but I just can't hang on anymore. After all that driving and eating and excitement today, I'm just not able to keep my eyes open. So, good night. I'm doing the Wussburger.

Good night, guests, also.