Topic: SO FAR, SO GOOD (Read 32684 times)

Jane · « **Reply #240 on:** November 08, 2005, 06:04:20 PM »

TPunk, congrats on a successful & fun evening.

Cillaliz, keep up the good work.

Ann good ear vibes and good sleeping vibes to both you and Jed.

Vibes to my Craig who is applying for a job at his local Marriott.

And vibes to everyone I missed that needs them.

Jane · « **Reply #241 on:** November 08, 2005, 06:06:17 PM »

Joy, we were seventeen and the photo was taken at the Santa Monica Pier.

MBarnum · « **Reply #242 on:** November 08, 2005, 06:10:22 PM »

Just saw that actress Jean Carson passed away at age 82.

JRand55 will remember her as the deep voiced best friend of the tormented Gloria Talbott in I MARRIED A MONSTER FROM OUTER SPACE...others might recall her from her appearances on THE ANDY GRIFFITH SHOW as the raspy voiced "fun girl" Daphne on 3 episodes.

I met her at a couple of the Ray Courts Shows...she was very sweet...her voice was even more raspy as she puffed away on many a cigarette outside the convention center!

Oddly enough I just saw her on an episode of LOCK UP last night.

Joy · « **Reply #243 on:** November 08, 2005, 06:11:29 PM »

Quote from: Jane on November 08, 2005, 06:06:17 PM

Joy, we were seventeen and the photo was taken at the Santa Monica Pier.

Oh my goodness... that just brought a sentimental tear to my eye. That is the sweetest thing I've ever heard. And you're still together? Er, I assume?

MBarnum · « **Reply #244 on:** November 08, 2005, 06:12:21 PM »

My avatar is a photo that was taken about 5 or 6 years ago by a friend who was taking a photography class. He needed a subject and I volunteered.

I probably should update it one of these days.

JoseSPiano · « **Reply #245 on:** November 08, 2005, 06:13:34 PM »

DR Joy - My pic falls under the category of "Things To Do During Long Book Scenes". ;-)

More precisely, during Camelot. The pit at Arena Stage is totally under the stage, so we're not seen at all by the audience. So... After turning off the flash, setting the shutter for a long exposure, and setting the self-timer... Voila!

I actually just ordered some prints of the photo in various sizes and croppings. I think I'm gonna use it as one of my press/promo pics.

-And I'll be be sure to say HI to Michelle for you tomorrow!

TCB · « **Reply #246 on:** November 08, 2005, 06:17:48 PM »

Quote from: elmore3003 on November 08, 2005, 02:06:17 PM

I received two fascinating books in the post today: HOW SONDHEIM FOUND HIS SOUND and Matthew Modine's diaries from FULL METAL JACKET. I want to relax and read but I have to work on Mario's concert!

Perhaps, if Mario would agree to come over and sit in front of you naked, while you work on his concert, you might be more motivated.

Jane · « **Reply #247 on:** November 08, 2005, 06:20:58 PM »

Joy you are so sweet. We have been married 36 years and are still very much in love.

Congratulations on your successful casting session and may 2006 be a fantastic year for you.

Jane · « **Reply #248 on:** November 08, 2005, 06:22:48 PM »

MBarnum you look the same but if you do change your avatar, how about one with your cute smile.

Jane · « **Reply #249 on:** November 08, 2005, 06:23:56 PM »

Jose that is a great story, and a great photo!

JoseSPiano · « **Reply #250 on:** November 08, 2005, 06:24:15 PM »

And before I forget...

The true highlight day was seeing our stage manager, Sue, again. She was our SM for South Pacific and she was supposed to be our SM for Camelot, but due to a bout with cancer she had to bow out of that production. Thankfully, she's in very good health right now, and it's been five months since her last chemo session. Her hair has grown back, including her eyebrows! -And she'll be with us for Damn Yankees.

But through it all, her spirit and sense of humor never waivered. And her hugs feel even stronger and more welcoming than ever.

And the whole "family" is back together again - director, assistant director, choreographer, assistant choreographer, music director, assistant music director and stage manager.

Joy · « **Reply #251 on:** November 08, 2005, 06:24:44 PM »

I just realized I have a bunch of catching up to do from yesterday! I'll start with DR SWW:

You can't let fear of failing be the reason you don't try something. I've been wanting to be a casting director, but I have been telling myself to take it slow, I'm not ready to do it by myself yet. And I never wanted to try to do anything about my weight because I was so worried that I wouldn't make it, that I would screw it up. So I held myself back, made all kinds of excuses. But then I just decided to go for it, to put myself out there... and it didn't happen overnight, I just started to slowly convince myself to take it one day at a time and to take control of my life, to start acting like a success. To make small choices and change attitudes.

I'm a long way from the finish line, but I feel more in charge of my life than I have in a long, long time... maybe ever. So the moral of the story, SWW, is this: Stop looking for reasons why you can't teach that cooking class. Turn "I can't, I won't, I didn't" into "I can, I will, I did". WE all know you can do it, professional CHEFS know you can do it; the only one who remains unconvinced is you.

And now, I step down from the podium. Thank you.

Jane · « **Reply #252 on:** November 08, 2005, 06:25:10 PM »

Our email doesn't seem to be receiving. I wonder if it's sending. MBarnum I'm going to send you a test email. Please let me know if you receive it.

Joy · « **Reply #253 on:** November 08, 2005, 06:28:16 PM »

Oy, that was intense.

Now to lighten it up a little:

Dan, your Comic Book Guy impression yesterday was spot-on amazing.

George · « **Reply #254 on:** November 08, 2005, 06:29:01 PM »

And speaking of "Desperate Housewives"...today is Alfre Woodard's birthday! Just had to share.

Jane · « **Reply #255 on:** November 08, 2005, 06:29:48 PM »

Joy, it is such a delight you have returned.

Joy · « **Reply #256 on:** November 08, 2005, 06:30:33 PM »

DR Ron: With extra-lean non-antibiotic ground beef or lean steak, reduced-fat cheddar, fresh chopped or chopped canned tomatoes, and kidney beans, there's no reason that chili can't be a delicious AND healthful treat.

I've been reading a LOT of weight-watcher type magazines lately. Can you tell?

elmore3003 · « **Reply #257 on:** November 08, 2005, 06:31:46 PM »

Quote from: MBarnum on November 08, 2005, 06:12:21 PM

My avatar is a photo that was taken about 5 or 6 years ago by a friend who was taking a photography class. He needed a subject and I volunteered.

I probably should update it one of these days.

Your face is much shinier these days.

Jane · « **Reply #258 on:** November 08, 2005, 06:32:45 PM »

Darn, MBarnum left before reading my post.

elmore or George did you receive my email?

elmore3003 · « **Reply #259 on:** November 08, 2005, 06:33:42 PM »

Quote from: TCB on November 08, 2005, 06:17:48 PM

Perhaps, if Mario would agree to come over and sit in front of you naked, while you work on his concert, you might be more motivated.

In your dreams, maybe. I want to read my new books!

Joy · « **Reply #260 on:** November 08, 2005, 06:34:56 PM »

DR Dan - ITA (I Totally Agree, in Internet lingo) with you about Botox. It is really getting freaky. That woman, what's her name, who hosted "So You Think You Can Dance"? She doesn't even look HUMAN. I couldn't stand to watch her. And it's not just TV personalities; it's "real", live women all around us! What do they see when they look in the mirror in the first place that makes them do these awful things to their faces? And what do they see afterwards that makes them think this looks okay? It looks disgusting! It is so obvious and horrible! *shudder*

elmore3003 · « **Reply #261 on:** November 08, 2005, 06:35:01 PM »

Quote from: Jane on November 08, 2005, 06:32:45 PM

Darn, MBarnum left before reading my post.

elmore or George did you receive my email?

I did.

Joy · « **Reply #262 on:** November 08, 2005, 06:36:13 PM »

Quote from: Jane on November 08, 2005, 06:29:48 PM

Joy, it is such a delight you have returned.

Jane · « **Reply #263 on:** November 08, 2005, 06:41:12 PM »

Thanks elmore.

George · « **Reply #264 on:** November 08, 2005, 06:41:38 PM »

Quote from: Jane on November 08, 2005, 06:32:45 PM

Darn, MBarnum left before reading my post.

elmore or George did you receive my email?

Let me check!

Jane · « **Reply #265 on:** November 08, 2005, 06:42:25 PM »

Wow Joy, your beautiful avatar appeared while I was watching. That was so cool!

George · « **Reply #266 on:** November 08, 2005, 06:46:02 PM »

I got your e-mail, Jane and replied.

Joy · « **Reply #267 on:** November 08, 2005, 06:48:43 PM »

Quote from: Jane on November 08, 2005, 06:42:25 PM

Wow Joy, your beautiful avatar appeared while I was watching. That was so cool!

I want to be a horsie.

Jane · « **Reply #268 on:** November 08, 2005, 06:48:43 PM »

Thanks George. Your response was the first email we received since earlier today.

Joy · « **Reply #269 on:** November 08, 2005, 06:49:09 PM »

George, don't THINK you're getting out of the Avatar game.

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