Topic: ONE ADAM 12 - SEE THE MAN (Read 12723 times)

JoseSPiano · « **Reply #30 on:** March 23, 2010, 08:04:25 AM »

WELCOME TO PAGE TWO!!

JoseSPiano · « **Reply #31 on:** March 23, 2010, 08:07:00 AM »

PAGE TWO AKIRA KUROSAWA DANCE!!*

*Who would have turned 100 today! Happy Birthday!

MBarnum · « **Reply #32 on:** March 23, 2010, 08:14:49 AM »

BK, I am on the side of keeping the Vilanch blurb.

Having his name on your book is not a negative, that is for sure.

Your book will be in the entertainment section of any bookstore, as JMK said. People perusing the entertainment section of a bookstore are very likely to know the name Bruce Vilanch.

As for blurbs, how many people actually put much stock in them when buying a book. No one is going to have a negative blurb on a book. What gets me to buy a book is the info on either the back cover or the inside jacket. This is where you will catch my interest. The blurbs are just an extra.

Put yourself in the mind of a bookstore browser and go from there. Does a blurb make you buy or not buy a book? Is that the first thing you look at? Do you even look at the blurbs?

JoseSPiano · « **Reply #33 on:** March 23, 2010, 08:21:21 AM »

Oh... And apparently Con Edison is having issues in NYC today. Well, at least for five buildings on my block - including mine. Well...

My brother's power seems to be working fine down here in Fairfax, VA.

JoseSPiano · « **Reply #34 on:** March 23, 2010, 08:32:17 AM »

I just read of the passing of Jerry Adler, the harmonic virtuoso, who was featured on the soundtracks of "High Noon", "Shane" and "Mary Poppins" among others. He died back on March 13.

JoseSPiano · « **Reply #35 on:** March 23, 2010, 08:38:50 AM »

OK... I slept in, and now I need to get the rest of my day in gear.

Laters...

JMK · « **Reply #36 on:** March 23, 2010, 08:40:43 AM »

I am listening to NIPPON GIRLS, recently recommended by MBarnum. I'm beginning to have a whole new understanding about MBarnum's mind's inner workings.

JMK · « **Reply #37 on:** March 23, 2010, 08:42:06 AM »

I also think people are over analyzing and/or stressing WAY too much about the Vilanch blurb. It's not your typical "fawning" blurb, which is what makes it so funny. I think Vilanch is better known than Pogue gives him credit for being. If MBarnum knows who he is, chances are the rest of Salem does, too (in a metaphorical sense).

John G. · « **Reply #38 on:** March 23, 2010, 08:45:23 AM »

Part two of the series on Africa has been posted at www.where2nowmag.com.
This is a cute little hornbill who was checking out the leftovers after our breakfast.

JMK · « **Reply #39 on:** March 23, 2010, 08:53:48 AM »

Wow! The Nippon Girls' AME AGARI NO SAMBA manages to quote both Dindi and Watch What Happens, without outright plagiarizing either of them.

JMK · « **Reply #40 on:** March 23, 2010, 09:14:53 AM »

The Nippon Girls are like a trip down memory lane--the lane of long forgotten 60's and 70's US hits which the Girls just slightly tweak in their own "originals". Many of their tunes sound like themes to 60's tv shows (which is part of their appeal to MBarnum, I imagine), including SECRET AGENT and, believe it or don't, THE MUNSTERS. One of their other tunes could be the little sister of Cher's GYPSIES, TRAMPS and THIEVES--exact same middle eight, it's really quite amusing.

bk · « **Reply #41 on:** March 23, 2010, 09:34:40 AM »

I'm up, got a pretty good sleep, and have spent the last thirty minutes cleaning off my plate for the day (answering e-mails, etc) and now it's on to reading/proofing. Vilanch did just e me and say the change I want to make is fine, so I'm still pondering.

Jane · « **Reply #42 on:** March 23, 2010, 10:47:52 AM »

Quote from: Dan (the Man) on March 23, 2010, 07:11:20 AM

TOD:

Comedies:
ALL IN THE FAMILY
THE MARY TYLER MOORE SHOW (with Valerie Harper and Cloris Leachman)
NORTHERN EXPOSURE

Dramas:
ST ELSEWHERE
PICKET FENCES
THIRTYSOMETHING

Variety:
THE CAROL BURNETT SHOW
SATURDAY NIGHT LIVE (with the original cast and writers)
ROWAN AND MARTIN'S LAUGH-IN

You obviously like quirky shows. I can't remember, have you seen DOC MARTIN?

Jane · « **Reply #43 on:** March 23, 2010, 10:49:45 AM »

Quote from: JoseSPiano on March 23, 2010, 08:01:54 AM

OH!

Remember, it's Free Pastry Day at Starbucks and Free Cone Day at Ben & Jerry's today!

I have never had a pastry from Starbucks I have liked.

Jane · « **Reply #44 on:** March 23, 2010, 10:53:23 AM »

DR John G thanks for the entertaining photo of the cute, funny bird.

Jane · « **Reply #45 on:** March 23, 2010, 10:54:18 AM »

DR Vixmom, congrats on the new car. May you have a very enjoyable 3 years with it.

CONGRATULATIONS ON BECOMING AN AUNT!!

PET SCAN VIBES!!!!

elmore3003 · « **Reply #46 on:** March 23, 2010, 11:02:34 AM »

Back from my morning errands, I'll take a walk for about an hour, purchase a new strap for my wristwatch, stop at the market for some apples and celery, and be home for Judge Judy at 4.

Jane · « **Reply #47 on:** March 23, 2010, 11:14:30 AM »

DR elmore, now that the concert is over I hope you will find a way to let go of the pain & negativity you are experiencing. I worry as this isn't good for you.

VIBES OF COMFORT & PEACE!!!

VIBES YOU GET SOME SLEEP!!!

Laura · « **Reply #48 on:** March 23, 2010, 11:38:07 AM »

Oh, good! DR JohnG is posting photos today. Great shot.

Ginny · « **Reply #49 on:** March 23, 2010, 11:39:50 AM »

Back from the dentist's office, where I survived without needing a transfusion.

I have precooked the chicken for the enchiladas I'm making for dinner and have toasted the pecans for the brownies I'm about to bake.

JMK · « **Reply #50 on:** March 23, 2010, 11:50:01 AM »

Quote from: Ginny on March 23, 2010, 11:39:50 AM

Back from the dentist's office, where I survived without needing a transfusion.

I have precooked the chicken for the enchiladas I'm making for dinner and have toasted the pecans for the brownies I'm about to bake.

MMMM....

Betsy insists nuts ruin chocolate, I insist quite the opposite.

George · « **Reply #51 on:** March 23, 2010, 11:57:13 AM »

Quote from: JRand59 on March 23, 2010, 05:35:24 AM

Super-est of vibes to DR VIXMOM for her Doctor Visit today.

Loved reading about the Vixter's activities AND DR VIXMOM's brand new CAR!!!!

~~~Ditto!!~~~

and Ditto!!

Ben · « **Reply #52 on:** March 23, 2010, 11:59:50 AM »

While out on Long Island this weekend I bought more walnuts and I also bought pecans. I thought I would try them in the morning oatmeal. A little cinnamon, some raisins, some pecans and maybe a banana if I'm feeling peckish. Sounds good to me.

Jane · « **Reply #53 on:** March 23, 2010, 12:06:06 PM »

Quote from: Ginny on March 23, 2010, 11:39:50 AM

Back from the dentist's office, where I survived without needing a transfusion.

George · « **Reply #54 on:** March 23, 2010, 12:06:21 PM »

Quote from: JMK on March 23, 2010, 11:50:01 AM

Quote from: Ginny on March 23, 2010, 11:39:50 AM
Back from the dentist's office, where I survived without needing a transfusion.

I have precooked the chicken for the enchiladas I'm making for dinner and have toasted the pecans for the brownies I'm about to bake.

MMMM.... Betsy insists nuts ruin chocolate, I insist quite the opposite.

You are correct, JMK...Betsy is quite wrong.

George · « **Reply #55 on:** March 23, 2010, 12:06:41 PM »

Quote from: Matt H. on March 23, 2010, 07:17:51 AM

BTW, I read that LOST goes over the hour by 6 or more minutes tonight, so if your cable guide hasn't already prepared for that contingency, be sure to set your recorders to go well past the hour.

I saw that last night but since I'm also going to watch "V," it won't be a problem.

Jane · « **Reply #56 on:** March 23, 2010, 12:06:45 PM »

Quote from: JMK on March 23, 2010, 11:50:01 AM

Quote from: Ginny on March 23, 2010, 11:39:50 AM
Back from the dentist's office, where I survived without needing a transfusion.

I have precooked the chicken for the enchiladas I'm making for dinner and have toasted the pecans for the brownies I'm about to bake.

MMMM.... Betsy insists nuts ruin chocolate, I insist quite the opposite.

Unless it is toasted almonds I agree with Betsy.

George · « **Reply #57 on:** March 23, 2010, 12:28:38 PM »

Quote from: Jane on March 23, 2010, 12:06:45 PM

Quote from: JMK on March 23, 2010, 11:50:01 AM
Quote from: Ginny on March 23, 2010, 11:39:50 AM
Back from the dentist's office, where I survived without needing a transfusion.

I have precooked the chicken for the enchiladas I'm making for dinner and have toasted the pecans for the brownies I'm about to bake.

MMMM.... Betsy insists nuts ruin chocolate, I insist quite the opposite.

Unless it is toasted almonds I agree with Betsy.

Horseracing.

Jennifer · « **Reply #58 on:** March 23, 2010, 12:34:56 PM »

Quote from: MBarnum on March 23, 2010, 08:14:49 AM

BK, I am on the side of keeping the Vilanch blurb.

Having his name on your book is not a negative, that is for sure.

Your book will be in the entertainment section of any bookstore, as JMK said. People perusing the entertainment section of a bookstore are very likely to know the name Bruce Vilanch.

As for blurbs, how many people actually put much stock in them when buying a book. No one is going to have a negative blurb on a book. What gets me to buy a book is the info on either the back cover or the inside jacket. This is where you will catch my interest. The blurbs are just an extra.

Put yourself in the mind of a bookstore browser and go from there. Does a blurb make you buy or not buy a book? Is that the first thing you look at? Do you even look at the blurbs?

I do look at blurbs. And often I will see an author i recognize saying they like the book. IT gives the book more credibility. I think having a well known name writing a blurb makes a difference.

Jennifer · « **Reply #59 on:** March 23, 2010, 12:37:33 PM »

Quote from: George on March 23, 2010, 12:06:41 PM

Quote from: Matt H. on March 23, 2010, 07:17:51 AM
BTW, I read that LOST goes over the hour by 6 or more minutes tonight, so if your cable guide hasn't already prepared for that contingency, be sure to set your recorders to go well past the hour.

I saw that last night but since I'm also going to watch "V," it won't be a problem.

V is just a recap show so i'm not going to record it. I like the show just okay.

I wonder what CTV (the canadian channel that shows Lost) will do as it is showing it from 7-8pm. I'm guessing is they will just have less commercials hopefully.

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