Topic: THE ANNIVERSARY (Read 24005 times)

bk · « **on:** November 09, 2009, 12:00:27 AM »

Well, you've read the notes, the notes were festive and gay, and now it is time for you to post until the festive and gay cows come home. They're currently celebrating the anniversary of not coming home for eight years.

bk · « **Reply #1 on:** November 09, 2009, 12:03:11 AM »

And the word of the day is: MONOPHTHONGAL!

DERBRUCER · « **Reply #2 on:** November 09, 2009, 12:31:00 AM »

Quote from: bk on November 09, 2009, 12:03:11 AM

And the word of the day is: MONOPHTHONGAL!

MONOTHONGAL - an enervating affliction common among students; it is believed to be caused by the sharing of scanty underwear; it is sometimes called "the wedgie disease".

der Brucer

George · « **Reply #3 on:** November 09, 2009, 12:33:24 AM »

Happy Anniversary to BK and our very own HHW!!

George · « **Reply #4 on:** November 09, 2009, 12:33:52 AM »

Quote from: DERBRUCER on November 09, 2009, 12:31:00 AM

Quote from: bk on November 09, 2009, 12:03:11 AM
And the word of the day is: MONOPHTHONGAL!

MONOTHONGAL - an enervating affliction common among students; it is believed to be caused by the sharing of scanty underwear; it is sometimes called "the wedgie disease".

der Brucer

EW!!

George · « **Reply #5 on:** November 09, 2009, 12:58:11 AM »

...funny, but ew!

DR Iris · « **Reply #6 on:** November 09, 2009, 01:43:11 AM »

Happy Anniversary, BK and HHW!
I don't post often, but I do love to lurk and read the delightful posts. What a terrific group of people.
It's strange, but I do catch myself mumbling, This will NOT do, oh, no, this will not do....guess that's the HHW catchphrase that has taken up permanent residence in my brain.
Party on!

DR Iris · « **Reply #7 on:** November 09, 2009, 01:48:22 AM »

If you ask me, I don't think those poor fershlugunah cows are EVER coming home at this point. I DO think that they are all wearing pointy party hats today, however.

DAW · « **Reply #8 on:** November 09, 2009, 02:24:37 AM »

HAPPY ANNIVERSARY TO HAINESHISWAY!!!!!!!

And cheers to our founder and host, bk, who makes it all possible. And to all the lovely Dear Readers, the wonderfully various and sundried denizens.

DERBRUCER · « **Reply #9 on:** November 09, 2009, 02:30:13 AM »

SO SAD TO BE OLD AND POOR:

ASSOCIATED PRESS

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Michael Jackson's Father Seeks Allowance From Son's Estate

LOS ANGELES (AP) -- Michael Jackson's father is seeking an allowance from his son's estate to help cover expenses that exceed $15,000 a month, according to court documents filed Friday.
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An itemized list of expenses says Joe Jackson spends $1,200 a month on rent for his Las Vegas home; $2,500 to eat out; $1,000 on entertainment, gifts and vacations; $2,000 on air travel and $3,000 on hotels.
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der Brucer

DAW · « **Reply #10 on:** November 09, 2009, 03:40:53 AM »

Quote from: Dear Lurker Iris on November 09, 2009, 01:48:22 AM

I DO think that they are all wearing pointy party hats today, however.

Michael · « **Reply #11 on:** November 09, 2009, 03:41:59 AM »

happy anniversary to bruce, guy and haines his way.

As for memories.

I think we look upon people on HHW as an extended family.

We have shared good times and bum times.

But for the most part we are all still here

I think we can trust one another

Ben · « **Reply #12 on:** November 09, 2009, 04:16:27 AM »

Morning all. I'm working on the Ford Foundation and listening to Songs from the Shows with Alex Hall on BBC Radio Tees.

Maureen Lipman is doing the Conga from Wonderful Town.

I have many fond memories of my time here.

Thanks to Bruce for bringing us all together.

Kerry · « **Reply #13 on:** November 09, 2009, 04:41:36 AM »

Quote from: DAW on November 09, 2009, 02:24:37 AM

And to all the lovely Dear Readers, the wonderfully various and sundried denizens.

DAW, I grew up in the desert and often quite parched, but I refuse to be categrized as sun-dried! What am I-- a raisin?!?!?!!?

Kerry · « **Reply #14 on:** November 09, 2009, 04:42:39 AM »

Happy Anniversary to all and one and also to one and all!!!!!

DAW · « **Reply #15 on:** November 09, 2009, 04:51:54 AM »

Quote from: Kerry on November 09, 2009, 04:41:36 AM

What am I-- a raisin?!?!?!!?

Dare to be more. Be a craisin!

DAW · « **Reply #16 on:** November 09, 2009, 04:54:14 AM »

Traditional 9th wedding anniversary presents have a theme of Pottery and Willow.
A contemporary or modern 9th anniversary present has a theme of Leather.
The flowers associated with the 9th anniversary are Poppies

Druxy · « **Reply #17 on:** November 09, 2009, 04:54:43 AM »

Happy Anniversary to HHW...from a relative newcomer.

Laura · « **Reply #18 on:** November 09, 2009, 05:06:38 AM »

Thank you, BK, for keeping this wonderful web site going all these years. So many of us have made wonderful friendships here, and said friendships have been life-changing for some of us.

DAW · « **Reply #19 on:** November 09, 2009, 05:20:09 AM »

Quote from: Laura on November 09, 2009, 05:06:38 AM

said friendships have been life-changing for some of us

You didn't mention if that was in a good or a bad way.

DAW · « **Reply #20 on:** November 09, 2009, 05:25:20 AM »

So many HHW memories, too numerous to delineate.

I do love having bk's showbiz insidery glimpses and opinions and windows into the creative process.

Two of the most moving continuing 'stories' for me have been DR elmore3003's loss of his father and DR vixmom's successful struggle against cancer. I am in abject awe of their ability to open up and share these personal life-shaking events with the rest of us.

Also, the incredible generosity and beautiful souls of just about everyone here.

ArnoldMBrockman · « **Reply #21 on:** November 09, 2009, 05:27:28 AM »

Quote from: bk on November 09, 2009, 12:03:11 AM

And the word of the day is: MONOPHTHONGAL!

And The Song Of The Day Is: HAPPY TALK

(And Isn't that what we have here at HHW. HAPPY ANNIVERSARY TO ALL OF US Happy Talkers and Especially to a GUY named BRUCE)

DAW · « **Reply #22 on:** November 09, 2009, 05:33:55 AM »

One of the members over at CASTRECL has commented that he has proofed a forthcoming 2 volume collection of Stephen Sondheim's lyrics, put together by bk's close and personal friend, Mr. Sondheim himself.

Apparently there will be an introduction, a foreword (on his philosophy of rhyme), a preface, and then two chapters for every Sondheim show. The first chapter is about the show - how it came about, the experience, the collaborations, etc. The second chapter will contain all the lyrics for that show - including cut songs - with commentary and anecdotes interspersed. It looks like the first volume will go from "Saturday Night" through "Night Music" [the first volume does include "West Side," "Gypsy," and "Waltz," but does not include non-stage works like "Evening Primrose" or individual lyrics he contributed to others shows, such as "Don't Laugh" for "Hot Spot" - these will be included in the second volume along with the post "Night Music" shows.]

Can't wait!!!

Laura · « **Reply #23 on:** November 09, 2009, 05:35:44 AM »

I wouldn't still be here if it wasn't in a good way.

Jrand73 · « **Reply #24 on:** November 09, 2009, 05:49:19 AM »

I hear this place has been around on the inner web for NINE years! That's longer than some relationships and longer than most people keep their cars!

That's some accomplishment.

MR BK's notes detailed the why's of the beginnings - which were painful - but the site is indeed unique and euphonious.

Why? Because of MR BK's sense of humor and his interesting writing - and the collection of persons who post here nearly everyday - and those who drop by now and then.

I of course love being "in the know" in the show business world and MR BK, DR ELMORE, DR JOSE, sometimes DR RODZINSKI, DR CP, DR MATTHEW, DR EDISAURUS, and others here who tell us how things are going and what to look forward to and what to overlook.

I also love reading from those DR's who now and then do a show - as I do - Way Off Broadway - DR GEORGE and DR td.

I like reading DR MATTH's tv and movie musings - and of course DR JMK and DR MBARNUM always have a tidbit or two to add. DR LAURA, DR JANE, DR GINNY, DR CILLA LIZ, DR JEANNE, and DR VIXMOM are always a delight. DR TCB, DR DAW, DR MS, and others also always brighten my day and darken my towels.

I know I am leaving out many, many people, because each and every one of you writes about life in a unique and interesting way,

So thanks to everyone - happy anniversary - but of course most of all thanks to MR BK for giving us this lively playpen.

Jrand73 · « **Reply #25 on:** November 09, 2009, 05:51:32 AM »

Miss Annette Funicello says Happy Anniversary to Bruce Kimmel and HHW!

Jrand73 · « **Reply #26 on:** November 09, 2009, 05:55:35 AM »

Since our avatars are so small now, let's all post a recent picture of ourselves to celebrate our community!

Here I am at work. Ignore the indicator card.

Jrand73 · « **Reply #27 on:** November 09, 2009, 05:57:14 AM »

And now I am off to do some Monday things.

Charles Pogue · « **Reply #28 on:** November 09, 2009, 06:18:51 AM »

The Lovely Wife and I raise a glass to our special, much-loved, much-missed pal BK and to Guy Haines and all the posters who have made this the most welcoming and entertaining site for so many years. Congratulations! Happy Anniversary! Long May You Reign! I'm having ham and cheese chunks, diet coke, and dancing the Hora, as well as the Mashed Potatoes, The Twist, The Pony, The Hully Gully, The Watusi, and The Limbo (How Low Can You Go)!

Matt H. · « **Reply #29 on:** November 09, 2009, 06:21:04 AM »

Good morning!

Another beautiful morning, but I fear it's our last for several days. Rain is supposed to move in starting tomorrow.

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