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Title: DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: bk on September 05, 2008, 12:19:37 AM
Well, you've read the notes, the notes did a half gainer, and now it is time for you to post until the cows come home - they're currently doing a half MOOtzi Gaynor.
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Post by: bk on September 05, 2008, 12:20:56 AM
And the word of the day is: RESSENTIMENT!
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Post by: bk on September 05, 2008, 12:22:02 AM
And a happy haineshisway.com birthday to duskglow, whoever he/she may be.
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Post by: George on September 05, 2008, 12:30:58 AM
And a happy haineshisway.com birthday to duskglow, whoever he/she may be.

His real name Russell and on October 22, 2003 at 3:10:54 AM, his first post was this:

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Hi, I just thought I'd introduce myself really quick, I've been working behind the scenes with Mark getting this software set up - I'm the tech guy. :) I was responsible for restoring the site from backup, getting it back up and running, and installing movable type and this board, etc, so mark could take over and design it.  I really didn't know this community existed before the crash and subsequent rebuilding and found it rather interesting.  I'm no stranger to musicals myself - I've accompanied the local community theater (I know, I know, midwestern Iowa is a far cry from New York, but still).  Thinking of writing my own someday but we'll see how that goes.

Let's see, to stay on topic, I need to ask a question of Bruce or the readers.  Hmm, a question, a question.  OK, here's a really simple one for both Bruce and the readers.  If there was one place in the world that you could live without regard for money, where would it be?  I think I'd live in East Asia somewhere.  I like the family ties and simplicity of life in china or thailand.  We seem to have lost that here.

Well, nice meeting you all, perhaps I'll check back here from time to time to see how everyone is and make sure the board is working right.  "ta-ta".

--Russell

He only made nine posts total and his last was on October 22, 2003 at 4:59:02 PM.

A Very Happy Birthday to Duskglow (aka Russell)!
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: bk on September 05, 2008, 12:50:57 AM
Welcome eight GUESTS.
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Post by: bk on September 05, 2008, 01:03:01 AM
I spy a singdaw.
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Post by: singdaw on September 05, 2008, 01:12:00 AM
Hello there, bk!   :)
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Post by: singdaw on September 05, 2008, 01:12:36 AM
No, I did not leave in a huff!    :)
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Post by: singdaw on September 05, 2008, 01:13:27 AM
I'm sure there are lots of gems in the HHW archives, just waiting to be re-discovered!
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Post by: singdaw on September 05, 2008, 01:15:13 AM
***SAFE & EASY TRAVEL VIBES***[/size][/color]
for DR JoseSPiano today![/size][/color]
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: bk on September 05, 2008, 01:15:16 AM
I suppose I should get some sleep right about now.
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Post by: singdaw on September 05, 2008, 01:15:44 AM
Sleep is good.
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Post by: Michael on September 05, 2008, 01:47:44 AM
No, I did not leave in a huff!    :)

You can leave in a taxi. If you can’t get a taxi, you can leave in a huff. If that’s too soon, you can leave in a minute and a huff.
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Post by: Michael on September 05, 2008, 02:10:12 AM
FOR TCB:

From yesterday.

I do remember a Place to Stand. I saw it several times and was one of my favorite short films of all time. It was at the Ontario Pavillion at Expo 67 and I think it also played during Man and His World 68 ( A off shoot of Expo 67)

The theme song was so popular a 45rpm (remember those?) was released

(http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/en/d/d5/0_Ontario_Pavilion_Expo67_-_A_Place_to_Stand.jpg)

and to this day I remember three lines from the song. (They were repeated several times)

And we will build Ontario
A place to stand, a place to grow
Ontari-ari-ari-o !

Norman Jewison freely admits that the film was inspiration for the multiple screens he used in The Thomas Crown Affair.

The film won an oscar for Best Live Action Short

Below is a picture of the Ontario Pavillon at Expo 67

(http://farm1.static.flickr.com/156/428303802_65a1c3d896.jpg?v=0)
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: JoseSPiano on September 05, 2008, 04:00:52 AM
Good Morning!

I'm up, I'm up... And I'm about to head to the airport.
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Post by: JoseSPiano on September 05, 2008, 04:01:49 AM
Thanks Again (and As Always) for all those Patented HHW Vibes of the Travel Variety!!!!

:) :)  :)
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Post by: JoseSPiano on September 05, 2008, 04:05:19 AM
As for the Friday Media Check....

Hmm...  About the same as last week, however...

"An Invitation" - Inara George with Van Dyke Parks
Spring Awakening "LIVE from SoHo"

*And in preparation for this coming weekend, I've given cursorily "review" listens to The Last Five Year, Thoroughly Modern Millie, Parade, Songs for a New World, Wicked, Little Women, Spring Awakening, etc., etc., etc.  ;)
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Post by: JoseSPiano on September 05, 2008, 04:05:54 AM
Well, that's all for now until I get to the airport in about an hour and a half (I hope).

Laters...
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Post by: FJL on September 05, 2008, 04:52:33 AM
Travel vibes To Jose
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Post by: singdaw on September 05, 2008, 04:57:54 AM
Patented HHW Vibes

Every time they're invoked, bk gets a little check...

[move=left,scroll,6,transparent,100%](http://tbn4-beta.google.com/images?q=tbn:_U6-3XkDkhCpgM:http://es.woodbrass.com/images/woodbrass/VIBRAPHONE%2BMUSSER%2BM55.JPG)[/move]
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: singdaw on September 05, 2008, 04:59:15 AM
TOD:

CD player:
Michael Feinstein: The Sinatra Project
Patti's Gypsy
Flanders & Swann
Nicole Henry: The Very Thought of You
Simone Dinnerstein:  The Berlin Concert
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: singdaw on September 05, 2008, 05:01:55 AM
Mitzi knows why the caged bird sings...

(http://imagecache2.allposters.com/images/pic/73/039_42955~Mitzi-Gaynor-Posters.jpg)
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Post by: Ben on September 05, 2008, 05:02:50 AM
Morning all.
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Post by: Ben on September 05, 2008, 05:05:19 AM
Don't know what I'll listen to during the day.

I'll tape the BBC program My Hero so we can watch it when Anthony returns. I have no plans for the weekend. It's supposed to rain tomorrow and Sunday. I may just stay in and put information into the computer calendar (old information from a couple of years ago) and then back it up again so my life is kind of backed up. I'll listen to CDs as I do it and that will be nice.

I must begin riding the exercise bike again. I've been lazy since Anthony left. I must stop being lazy.
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: Ben on September 05, 2008, 05:06:03 AM
Work is still insane and it's after 8am so I must return to work.

Later, gaters.

P.S. Good travel to Dear Jose.
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: singdaw on September 05, 2008, 05:07:47 AM
First Prize for Most Imaginative Use of Brown Sprinkles:
(http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_wGr8njEWjtI/SLxjLUNWglI/AAAAAAAAAX4/Mgye9AQc-tY/s400/Janet+T.jpg)
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: FJL on September 05, 2008, 05:22:46 AM
Is it time for a PLAY MITZI FOR ME reference again?  
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Post by: elmore3003 on September 05, 2008, 05:26:54 AM
First Prize for Most Imaginative Use of Brown Sprinkles:
(http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_wGr8njEWjtI/SLxjLUNWglI/AAAAAAAAAX4/Mgye9AQc-tY/s400/Janet+T.jpg)

They misspelled DR MBarnum's name!

Good morning, all!  I'm very sleepy this morning, but i have a lot to accomplish today. I need to run down to the NYPL at Lincoln Center and make a stop at my pharmacy to fill a prescription, and I have a lot of editing to do.  I'm editing the new score and parts to Jerme Moross' wonderful score to HUCKLEBERRY FINN.

TOD:
   DVD: the Netflix picks from last week are still sitting here unopened
   CD:  compilations of CDs of songs from the 1930s, 1940s, etc
   VCR:  Not tonight, Josephine
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Post by: elmore3003 on September 05, 2008, 05:37:18 AM
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~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~  Safe Travel Vibes for Our DR Jose! ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~


[/move]
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: Ben on September 05, 2008, 05:56:03 AM
The picture on the cake looks like Tom Selleck in his Magnum PI days.
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Post by: Ben on September 05, 2008, 05:56:15 AM
And on that note, Welcome to Page 2
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: Ben on September 05, 2008, 05:56:27 AM
And now, goodbye, for now.
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Post by: elmore3003 on September 05, 2008, 06:02:03 AM
The picture on the cake looks like Tom Selleck in his Magnum PI days.

Or Harry Reems.
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: JoseSPiano on September 05, 2008, 06:30:23 AM
Good Morning, once again!

I felt like I left my apartment a little later than I should have - I just started taking care of one little thing after another, and so on and so on. But I hopped on the M60 bus a little after 8:00, and was at LGA about 30 minutes later and through security about 15 minutes after that. It's a very slow and quiet airport "experience" this morning.

*Which, of course, meant that some of the security people were getting really picky and anal about people's carry-on baggage. I got through OK, but the two gentlemen in front were firmly asked to check their very slightly "too big" bags.  

**Oh, and I would like to thank the TSA screened who let me go through the first checkpoint with my recently expired driver's license. It expired on my birthday - and I didn't bring my passport with me this time. Spoo!
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Post by: JoseSPiano on September 05, 2008, 06:45:14 AM
And greetings from my exit row seat. :)
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Post by: JoseSPiano on September 05, 2008, 06:46:37 AM
OK, they're about to close the cabin door, so...

Laters...
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Post by: singdaw on September 05, 2008, 06:46:55 AM
**Oh, and I would like to thank the TSA screened who let me go through the first checkpoint with my recently expired driver's license. It expired on my birthday - and I didn't bring my passport with me this time. Spoo!

And may you have an equally understanding screener on your return trip!   :P
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: JoseSPiano on September 05, 2008, 06:53:56 AM
Oh!

DR Cillaliz et al - "Legally Brown" went up yesterday!  :)
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Post by: Jeanne on September 05, 2008, 07:07:25 AM
The picture on the cake looks like Tom Selleck in his Magnum PI days.

Yes, it does!

And good morning, everyone.
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: Jeanne on September 05, 2008, 07:10:28 AM
We're expecting a lot of rain from Hanna, maybe high winds, too. I'll do a run to Trader Joe's today, just in case things get nasty. Of course, that assumes that TJ's has anything left on their shelves.
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Post by: Jeanne on September 05, 2008, 07:12:31 AM
Media check:

DVD:  SOMEWHERE IN THE NIGHT
CD:    Sammy
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Post by: Matt H. on September 05, 2008, 07:22:33 AM
First Prize for Most Imaginative Use of Brown Sprinkles:
(http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_wGr8njEWjtI/SLxjLUNWglI/AAAAAAAAAX4/Mgye9AQc-tY/s400/Janet+T.jpg)

That is a VERY sexy cake! I wouldn't have minded getting THAT for my birthday (cake or the man who modeled for it!)

;D
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: Matt H. on September 05, 2008, 07:24:36 AM
Good morning!

It's cool and sunny out right now, but we should be hearing from Hannah in the early morning hours tomorrow. Couldn't be a more pleasant September morning right now.
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: Matt H. on September 05, 2008, 07:26:26 AM
Friday Media Check:

CD - A LITTLE NIGHT MUSIC (OCR)

DVD - KILL BILL, Volume 2 (Blu-ray)
          THE EARRINGS OF MADAME D... (Criterion)
          CRIMINAL MINDS - Season 3

DVR - WITNESS TO MURDER
          KID GALAHAD (Robinson/Davis)
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: Matt H. on September 05, 2008, 07:27:41 AM
I'm still concerned about the Blu-ray of GREY'S ANATOMY not yet showing up since it comes out on Tuesday. If it comes today, I'll start on it after I watch KILL BILL 2, but if not, I'll have to be in touch with the Buena Vista folks about why the review copy didn't get to me.
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Post by: Matt H. on September 05, 2008, 07:30:35 AM
About those THE MEN THAT MADE THE MOVIES documentaries. I do love them, but I've been wondering why they have replaced the original narration by Cliff Robertson with Sydney Pollack. The words are the same, so maybe Robertson wanted too much money or something to have them rebroadcast
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Post by: Matt H. on September 05, 2008, 07:31:42 AM
On TV tonight:

new episodes of PSYCH and MONK.
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Post by: Ginny on September 05, 2008, 07:39:11 AM
Friday morning greetings!  We have the tail end of Hurricane Gustav providing some much-needed rain here in SW Ohio.

TOD:

CD(car) - I can't stop listening to South Pacific and remembering what a glorious time we had a week ago tonight!

DVD - The 39 Steps - finally!!!
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: Ginny on September 05, 2008, 07:40:28 AM
Belated travel vibes to DR Jose!  And, a big thank-you for making a housecall to DR Elmore yesterday!
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: elmore3003 on September 05, 2008, 07:42:04 AM
I've heard from JRand58; his computer is down and he may be without it untl Monday.
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Post by: MBarnum on September 05, 2008, 07:46:08 AM
Thanks for the info on JRand58, DR Elmore. I was getting a bit worried as he had not responded to my e-mail of yesterday.
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Post by: MBarnum on September 05, 2008, 07:47:35 AM
And I hope that I was not offensive in any of my political discussions yesterday. I try not to be.... and I like both main contenders, for the most part.
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Post by: singdaw on September 05, 2008, 07:48:13 AM
his computer is down

I hate it when that happens!     :P
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: singdaw on September 05, 2008, 07:51:25 AM
Until the past few days, I had not ventured into political waters on HHW.  I shall return to my "mute" status.
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Post by: Druxy on September 05, 2008, 07:52:10 AM
DVDs this weekend?

I just got the "Ultimate Collector's Edition" of HOW THE WEST WAS WON for review, so I'll definitely be watching that one.

I saw it when it first came out in Cinerama.  The train robbery sequence at the end of the movie is one I've never forgotten.  In fact, it was so dangerous to shoot, it cost one of the stuntmen (Yvonne DeCarlo's husband) his leg.

I've also got some Columbia oldies that I'll be watching: THE GARMENT JUNGLE, AFFAIR IN TRINIDAD, THE NEW CENTURIONS, DOLLARS and THE ANDERSON TAPES.

Plenty to watch.
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: MBarnum on September 05, 2008, 07:56:57 AM
DR Druxy,

I noticed that you are responsible for bringing Roger Corman to the next Ray Court's show? How wonderful! Perhaps I missed it, but do you still work as a publicist?

Also, you had mentioned Diana Darrin was one of your first, who were some of the others that you represented back in the day? I am most curious!
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: DearReaderLaura on September 05, 2008, 07:57:53 AM
I never discuss politics. I am one of those people who are too stupid and should not be allowed to vote.
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Post by: MBarnum on September 05, 2008, 07:58:33 AM
OH, and PS: Tell Mr Corman that he still has not paid Anne Kimbell for playing the lead in MONSTER FROM THE OCEAN FLOOR back in 1954! LOL!

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Post by: MBarnum on September 05, 2008, 08:00:59 AM
TOD:

Lots of stuff on my DVR...THE BUCCANEER....more episodes of THE NAME'S THE SAME (I guess I am the only one here who watches this game show, but they sure do have a lot of Broadway people on it!)....several other movies that I had totally forgotten I taped.

CD:
Soundtrack to the Bollywood film RACE
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: Matt H. on September 05, 2008, 08:03:55 AM
I am really looking forward to the Blu-ray release of HOW THE WEST WAS WON next week. It can't get here fast enough. I, too, saw it in its original Cinerama splendor and have never forgotten it. I think Newman's score is absolutely magnificent, and with that rather dismal previous nonanamorphic DVD as the only way to see it, any new issues either on DVD or Blu-ray have to be improvements.
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Post by: MBarnum on September 05, 2008, 08:04:03 AM
I also just heard from JRand58 via his computer at work. He will be back soon...he hopes!

vibes for computer fixage.
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: Matt H. on September 05, 2008, 08:06:18 AM
I guess I need to head down now and get cleaned up so I can run my usual Friday errands.

WBBL.
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: elmore3003 on September 05, 2008, 08:09:29 AM
And I hope that I was not offensive in any of my political discussions yesterday. I try not to be.... and I like both main contenders, for the most part.

Good ol' wishy-washy MBarnum!
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: Jennifer on September 05, 2008, 08:11:46 AM
DRs MBarnum and RonP, did you watch Big Brother last night?

What did you think of who won hoh?
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: Jennifer on September 05, 2008, 08:13:03 AM
re: the term canadian bacon (ham).

I cannot for the life of me figure out why people call that canadian bacon. Here ham is ham. And regular bacon is bacon. The first time i heard someone from the US use the term "canadian bacon" i was wondering what the heck it was.  And do people think we think ham is bacon???
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Post by: Jennifer on September 05, 2008, 08:14:23 AM
Oh i'm guessing nobody here watched the 2 hour premiere of the new 90210.

I actually really liked it.

We had brenda and kelly from the old series. And Rob Estes and Lori Laughlin played the parents of the new Walsh like family. I really liked them and their kids.   And it was much more enjoyable than i was expecting.
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Post by: DERBRUCER on September 05, 2008, 08:30:06 AM
Until the past few days, I had not ventured into political waters on HHW.  I shall return to my "mute" status.

But all your posts were reasonable and "gentlemanly put" - I think bk's concern was not topic but tenor. (And since you're a baritone....)

der Brucer
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: Ginny on September 05, 2008, 08:34:10 AM
***Big Deep Breath***

Well, I've alluded to this several times this week and can now announce that, effective January 1, 2009, I will be retired from public employment in the state of Ohio.

;D 8) ;D
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Post by: MBarnum on September 05, 2008, 08:34:46 AM
Congrats DR Ginny!
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Post by: Ginny on September 05, 2008, 08:35:58 AM
Thanks, DR MBarnum!
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: bk on September 05, 2008, 08:44:23 AM
But all your posts were reasonable and "gentlemanly put" - I think bk's concern was not topic but tenor. (And since you're a baritone....)

der Brucer

Correct :)
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: bk on September 05, 2008, 08:45:08 AM
Glad to hear Jrand is okay - hopefully he'll get his computer fixed and will be back post haste and will be in a haste to post.
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: DERBRUCER on September 05, 2008, 08:46:11 AM
re: the term canadian bacon (ham).
 And regular bacon is bacon. .. And do people think we think ham is bacon???

No, we think you have two kinds of bacon, strip and peameal.
We refer to the later as Canadian Bacon.
Canadian Bacon is generally round in shape, not a strip, slices of which fit nicely on a toasted English muffin.

der Brucer

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Post by: ArnoldMBrockman on September 05, 2008, 08:46:12 AM
And the word of the day is: RESSENTIMENT!

And The Song Of The Day Is:  MR CELLOPHANE
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: elmore3003 on September 05, 2008, 08:46:16 AM
re: the term canadian bacon (ham).

I cannot for the life of me figure out why people call that canadian bacon. Here ham is ham. And regular bacon is bacon. The first time i heard someone from the US use the term "canadian bacon" i was wondering what the heck it was.  And do people think we think ham is bacon???

You do need to improve your research skills:
http://www.canadianbacon.com/
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: bk on September 05, 2008, 08:48:13 AM
I'm up, after some more peculiar dreams.  The only thing I can remember is that I was at some Jerry's Deli in Tarzana or Canoga Park or somewhere, and waiting for my breakfast partner.  For some reason, I got there three hours early.  And my eating partner hadn't shown up at the appointed time so I ordered breakfast, then spoke to the eating partner who hadn't even left, then I left the restaurant.  I didn't have my car (I don't know why), so I began walking.  Then I realized I hadn't jogged, so I began jogging, only I wasn't wearing the right shoes so I stopped.  
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: Ginny on September 05, 2008, 08:50:25 AM
Glad to hear that DR JRand is OK, but sorry to hear that his computer is not.
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: Jeanne on September 05, 2008, 08:51:24 AM
Congrats to Ginny. What plans do you have for glorious retirement? Working with the homeless?? (Just kidding.)
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: DERBRUCER on September 05, 2008, 08:51:35 AM
***Big Deep Breath***

Well, I've alluded to this several times this week and can now announce that, effective January 1, 2009, I will be retired from public employment in the state of Ohio.

;D 8) ;D

Wonderful! Soon you can show up late, resplendant in Laura Bradley, and socialize with your indigent friends ;D

der Brucer
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: Jeanne on September 05, 2008, 08:52:14 AM
Must go do more work.
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: singdaw on September 05, 2008, 08:55:22 AM
Fantastic news for you, DR Ginny!  :)    CONGRATULATIONS!!!!!!
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: elmore3003 on September 05, 2008, 09:04:43 AM
***Big Deep Breath***

Well, I've alluded to this several times this week and can now announce that, effective January 1, 2009, I will be retired from public employment in the state of Ohio.

;D 8) ;D

They finally decided to get rid of you, huh? Or is it vice versa?

This means you and Richard will be persons of liesure?
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: Ginny on September 05, 2008, 09:16:32 AM
Thank you, DRs Jeanne, der Brucer, Singdaw, and Elmore.  

What I'm hoping is that some free lance opportunities present themselves.  The only thing I know for sure is that I don't want to work with the general public - ever again.
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Post by: DERBRUCER on September 05, 2008, 09:17:27 AM
WONDERFUL  >:(

(http://weather.myfoxtampabay.com/maps/WTVT/custom/tropical/trackmap2.jpg)

Sat night we have the eye in our backyard!

der Brucer
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: DERBRUCER on September 05, 2008, 09:21:58 AM
They finally decided to get rid of you, huh? Or is it vice versa?

This means you and Richard will be persons of liesure?

I'm sure you meant "leisure", unless you are attacking their veracity. Remember the rule: "i" before "e" except after "c" - and all the exceptions that make us feel like dunces.

der Brucer
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: Jane on September 05, 2008, 09:22:38 AM
A Very Happy Birthday to Duskglow (aka Russell)!
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Post by: Jane on September 05, 2008, 09:23:34 AM
And may you have an equally understanding screener on your return trip!   :P

My thoughts exactly!
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Post by: Jane on September 05, 2008, 09:25:04 AM
re: the term canadian bacon (ham).

I cannot for the life of me figure out why people call that canadian bacon. Here ham is ham. And regular bacon is bacon. The first time i heard someone from the US use the term "canadian bacon" i was wondering what the heck it was.  And do people think we think ham is bacon???

That's funny :D
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Post by: bk on September 05, 2008, 09:25:47 AM
Got a nice e-mail from Jrand, who can't wait to get back.
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Post by: DERBRUCER on September 05, 2008, 09:25:54 AM
Thank you, DRs Jeanne, der Brucer, Singdaw, and Elmore.  

What I'm hoping is that some free lance opportunities present themselves.  The only thing I know for sure is that I don't want to work with the general public - ever again.

You could write "Grant Basics - the Musical"

der Brucer

Or publish a calendar of nude librarians
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Post by: FJL on September 05, 2008, 09:27:58 AM
Reasonable-minded-screener vibes to Jose for the trip home
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Post by: Jane on September 05, 2008, 09:28:48 AM
DR Ginny,

(http://www.popcornpapa.com/data/congratulations3d.jpg)


Wishing you interesting freelance opportunities in the new year!
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Post by: Jane on September 05, 2008, 09:30:29 AM
DR Singdaw, thank you.  I somehow think I beyond quick, I’ll be happy if this doesn’t last more than another week.


COMPUTER VIBES FOR DR JRAND!
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Post by: JoseSPiano on September 05, 2008, 09:31:21 AM
Good Afternoon!

Greetings from the land of DR MattH!

Oh... We're already at my hotel. That was a fast taxi ride.


Hmmmm.. What's for lunch? ;)

Laters...
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Post by: JoseSPiano on September 05, 2008, 09:44:48 AM
And now Greetings from my quite spacious and roomy room at my hotel. -Although the way this hotel is set up, all the rooms are spacious and roomy.   Not that I've been in all of them, that is.  
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Post by: Ginny on September 05, 2008, 09:46:15 AM
Thank you, DR Jane!
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Post by: singdaw on September 05, 2008, 09:46:23 AM
Not that I've been in all of them, that is.

;D

Only most of them?
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Post by: JoseSPiano on September 05, 2008, 09:47:40 AM
Reasonable-minded-screener vibes to Jose for the trip home

Thanks, DR FJL - Actually my DL can still be used for a year. They will just keep reminding/nagging me about it. In the meantime, I'll be sure to bring my passport with me when I travel.
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Post by: singdaw on September 05, 2008, 09:47:56 AM
I inspected a packet of Jelly Bellys at the store - didn't buy them, though.

But I actually wrote down the flavor assortment to share with all you DRs:

Skunk Spray
Rotten Egg
Ear Wax
Booger
Baby Wipes
Pencil Shavings
Toothpaste
Vomit
Moldy Cheese
Black Pepper.



Yum!!
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Post by: DERBRUCER on September 05, 2008, 09:48:46 AM
And if this keeps up - the Gulf Coast could be in for it again.

(http://weather.myfoxtampabay.com/maps/WTVT/custom/tropical/trackmap3.jpg)

I don't even want to consider the scenario of trying to re-evacuate areas that have not yet re-settled!

der Brucer
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Post by: JoseSPiano on September 05, 2008, 09:48:53 AM
So I guess you had a good meeting the other day, DR Ginny!

Congratulations!
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Post by: Ginny on September 05, 2008, 09:49:58 AM
You could write "Grant Basics - the Musical"

der Brucer

Or publish a calendar of nude librarians

LOL!  When Calendar Girls was released, my coworkers and I had great fun planning a librarian calendar, each of us deciding which "coffee table" book we would use as our cover, and where.
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Post by: JoseSPiano on September 05, 2008, 09:52:11 AM
I inspected a packet of Jelly Bellys at the store - didn't buy them, though.

But I actually wrote down the flavor assortment to share with all you DRs:

Skunk Spray
Rotten Egg
Ear Wax
Booger
Baby Wipes
Pencil Shavings
Toothpaste
Vomit
Moldy Cheese
Black Pepper.



Yum!!


Ah! The new assortment of Harry Potter beans must be out. -I actually like some of those flavors. -The Black Pepper ones have real black pepper in them, and I keep waiting for them to show up on "Iron Chef". ;)
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Post by: elmore3003 on September 05, 2008, 09:52:30 AM
And now Greetings from my quite spacious and roomy room at my hotel. -Although the way this hotel is set up, all the rooms are spacious and roomy.   Not that I've been in all of them, that is.  

At least not this trip. Yet.

So, I got my diabetes bracelet, and I cannot figure how to fit it over my hand! I hate jewelry.
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Post by: Ginny on September 05, 2008, 09:52:59 AM
So I guess you had a good meeting the other day, DR Ginny!

Congratulations!

Thanks, DR Jose!

Yes, the meeting went even better than I expected on Tuesday.  My mouth was dry and my palms were sweaty, but I've recovered and feel quite comfortable with the decision.  Shock waves continue to reverberate throughout my "sphere of influence," though.
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Post by: JoseSPiano on September 05, 2008, 09:53:59 AM
;D

Only most of them?

Well, this is my tenth or so stay here. As a registered guest, that is.
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Post by: elmore3003 on September 05, 2008, 09:54:52 AM
Well, this is my tenth or so stay here. As a registered guest, that is.

And the others were as an interloper? A euphemism, to be sure.
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Post by: JoseSPiano on September 05, 2008, 09:57:03 AM
DR elmore - So did you at least call your doctor this morning to see exactly when and how often you should test your blood sugar level?  **You're covering the plane ticket - First Class! - if you need me to fly back to NYC early!  :P
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Post by: singdaw on September 05, 2008, 09:57:08 AM
I cannot figure how to fit it over my hand!

Maybe you're supposed to wear it on another appendage entirely.
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Post by: bk on September 05, 2008, 09:57:25 AM
I sent our contract comments to the powers that be - they're all fine and when the lawyer returns on the 17th we'll get our final contract for signing - oh, boy!
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Post by: bk on September 05, 2008, 09:57:53 AM
I've been on the telephone, and am getting a very late start on the jog.  So, I must away.
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Post by: elmore3003 on September 05, 2008, 09:58:44 AM
Maybe you're supposed to wear it on another appendage entirely.

As long as it doesn't interfere with the VCR.  
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Post by: JoseSPiano on September 05, 2008, 09:59:07 AM
And speaking of blood sugar levels, I really do need to head out and get some lunch, especially since I didn't have much of a breakfast. So...

Laters...
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Post by: MBarnum on September 05, 2008, 10:01:28 AM
And now Greetings from my quite spacious and roomy room at my hotel. -Although the way this hotel is set up, all the rooms are spacious and roomy.   Not that I've been in all of them, that is.  


Yet!
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Post by: MBarnum on September 05, 2008, 10:03:03 AM
At least not this trip. Yet.

So, I got my diabetes bracelet, and I cannot figure how to fit it over my hand! I hate jewelry.

That is good. Now if you start acting strange (due to a sudden drop in blood sugar), people will know why.
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Post by: MBarnum on September 05, 2008, 10:05:48 AM
At least 4 times a day for testing blood sugar, or two hours after each meal...or more.
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Post by: MBarnum on September 05, 2008, 10:06:27 AM
And don't call me Ernie!
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Post by: DERBRUCER on September 05, 2008, 10:21:35 AM
At least 4 times a day for testing blood sugar, or two hours after each meal...or more.

What good is testing if elmore doesn't know how to interpret the results; and lacking an interpretation, how can he adjust his food intake correctly?

der Brucer
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Post by: Druxy on September 05, 2008, 10:32:15 AM
DR Druxy,

I noticed that you are responsible for bringing Roger Corman to the next Ray Court's show? How wonderful! Perhaps I missed it, but do you still work as a publicist?

Also, you had mentioned Diana Darrin was one of your first, who were some of the others that you represented back in the day? I am most curious!

I haven't worked as a publicist for 15-20 years.  I decided that I just wanted to write, and working almost exclusively for Mr. Corman gave me a very nice living for many years.

Frankly, I go to these autograph shows with former clients (Steve Kanaly, Michael Ansara, Diane McBain, Bridget Hanley, the late Dan O'Herlihy) and friends because writing is a lonely business and this activity let's me get "back in the action," so to speak.  It also gives me the opportunity to see old friends who I haven't seen in years.

Other clients?

The list is SOOO long.  In no particular order:  Christine Lahti, Barbara Hershey, John Williams, Ernest Gold, Henry Darrow, Paul Francis Webster and Sammy Fain, Abe Vigoda, Pat Harrington, Maurice Jarre, Gale Gordon, Jack Carter, Jessica Walter, Conchata Ferrell, John Russell, Edward Dmytryk, Howard Keel, Kathryn Grayson, George Sherman, etc., etc.
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Post by: Jennifer on September 05, 2008, 10:32:57 AM
No, we think you have two kinds of bacon, strip and peameal.
We refer to the later as Canadian Bacon.
Canadian Bacon is generally round in shape, not a strip, slices of which fit nicely on a toasted English muffin.

der Brucer

I know that what you call canadian bacon is the round thing that is like ham.

My point is that i live in montreal. And i have never seen or heard of it here.
And i would be surprised if many canadians knew what it was. Unless it's a regional thing that i am not aware of.
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Post by: Druxy on September 05, 2008, 10:43:35 AM
This is a picture of myself with Paul Francis Webster and Sammy Fain.  Together they wrote such songs as "Love Is a Many Splendored Thing" and "Secret Love," both Oscar winners.

I feel very fortunate to have known them.  They were very classy gents and they were very kind to me.
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Post by: DERBRUCER on September 05, 2008, 10:57:09 AM
I know that what you call canadian bacon is the round thing that is like ham.

My point is that i live in montreal. And i have never seen or heard of it here.
And i would be surprised if many canadians knew what it was. Unless it's a regional thing that i am not aware of.

So, you've never seen or heard of the "round thing that is like ham"? If so what do you call it?

der Brucer

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Post by: singdaw on September 05, 2008, 10:57:45 AM
This is a picture of myself with Paul Francis Webster and Sammy Fain.  Together they wrote such songs as "Love Is a Many Splendored Thing" and "Secret Love," both Oscar winners.

I sometimes perform Sammy Fain's very humerous "The Gown My Mother Wore," transcribed from a recording of Sammy delivering it.
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Post by: DERBRUCER on September 05, 2008, 11:02:07 AM
I sometimes perform Sammy Fain's very humerous "The Gown My Mother Wore," transcribed from a recording of Sammy delivering it.

I presume you perform it in appropriate eponymous attire.

der Brucer
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Post by: Druxy on September 05, 2008, 11:03:22 AM
I sometimes perform Sammy Fain's very humerous "The Gown My Mother Wore," transcribed from a recording of Sammy delivering it.

I'm not faamiliar with that one.

I did handle their last Oscar campaign together.  It was for the song, "A World That Never Was."  Nobody saw the movie (HALF A HOUSE), thank God.  There was no commercial recording, so we used Sammy's demo and started a campaign, "Dial-a-Song".  People would phone in and hear Sammy's demo on an answering machine.

We got nominated.  Eddie Albert sang the song on the Oscar show...but we lost to Streisand's "Evergreen."

 :'(
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Post by: JoseSPiano on September 05, 2008, 11:10:03 AM
I will eat some non-fried food while I am in Charlotte.
I will eat some non-fried food while I am in Charlotte.
I will eat some non-fried food while I am in Charlotte.
I will eat some non-....

Well, Red Velvet Cake is non-fried, is it not?

;)
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Post by: Ginny on September 05, 2008, 11:10:10 AM
DR Druxy - I was an undergraduate at The University of Michigan with your former client, Christine Lahti.  She wouldn't remember me, but I sure remember her performances in Student Lab Theater productions!
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Post by: JoseSPiano on September 05, 2008, 11:11:37 AM
Although, if Mert's has the Caramel Cake...
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Post by: JoseSPiano on September 05, 2008, 11:14:59 AM
DR Druxy - I was an undergraduate at The University of Michigan with your former client, Christine Lahti.  She wouldn't remember me, but I sure remember her performances in Student Lab Theater productions!

...And she was very kind to me during an audition a few months back.  Classy.
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Post by: DERBRUCER on September 05, 2008, 11:15:27 AM
I will eat some non-fried food while I am in Charlotte.
I will eat some non-fried food while I am in Charlotte.
I will eat some non-fried food while I am in Charlotte.
I will eat some non-....

Well, Red Velvet Cake is non-fried, is it not?

;)

Wouldn't Paula Dean have a recipe for Deep Fried Red Velvet Cake?

der Brucer
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Post by: JoseSPiano on September 05, 2008, 11:18:04 AM
DR Matthew - Do you have any relatives who live in Ohio? And is a photographer? I just walked through the photography museum/exhibit here, and there were works on display by someone with your surname.
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Post by: JoseSPiano on September 05, 2008, 11:21:29 AM
Wouldn't Paula Dean have a recipe for Deep Fried Red Velvet Cake?

der Brucer


Probably.  She deep-fry bagels and cannollis on one of her recent shows.
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Post by: bk on September 05, 2008, 11:23:47 AM
Back from a surprisingly pleasant long jog.  Must now do some errands.  I will say I have to wear different jeans shorts because these are now literally falling off me and I have to keep hiking them up.  Isn't that grand?  That means I've lost over an inch from my waist, maybe even an inch and a half.
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Post by: JoseSPiano on September 05, 2008, 11:23:56 AM
Damn!

I'm going to miss the New South BBQ Bus Tour next week!

www.museumofthenewsouth.org
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Post by: JoseSPiano on September 05, 2008, 11:25:49 AM
Back from a surprisingly pleasant long jog.  Must now do some errands.  I will say I have to wear different jeans shorts because these are now literally falling off me and I have to keep hiking them up.  Isn't that grand?  That means I've lost over an inch from my waist, maybe even an inch and a half.

Just get a belt and cinch it.

*One of my favorite SNL skits.
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Post by: singdaw on September 05, 2008, 11:32:19 AM
I presume you perform it in appropriate eponymous attire.

Diaphanous!   :)  
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Post by: Kerry on September 05, 2008, 11:32:30 AM
TOD:  
The First Nudie Musical (which  enoyjedl but stil can't figure out how you'll adapt it for the live stage--how unseemly will it be?)

The Notebook -Gena Rowlands and Jim Garner were as brilliant  as you'd expect them to be (even despite the fact that I had figured out the film within the first 5 minutes)
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Post by: Cillaliz on September 05, 2008, 11:34:41 AM
Oh!

DR Cillaliz et al - "Legally Brown" went up yesterday!  :)

Thanks!
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Post by: Cillaliz on September 05, 2008, 11:36:19 AM
I never discuss politics. I am one of those people who are too stupid and should not be allowed to vote.

You can vote for any reason you want....even if it's the color of their tie, a flip of a coin, the number of letters in a name....it's great to be an American!
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Post by: Cillaliz on September 05, 2008, 11:37:25 AM
***Big Deep Breath***

Well, I've alluded to this several times this week and can now announce that, effective January 1, 2009, I will be retired from public employment in the state of Ohio.

;D 8) ;D

CONGRATS Ginny.  Want to go to New York in January?  I'm thinking about it
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Post by: Ginny on September 05, 2008, 11:39:37 AM
CONGRATS Ginny.  Want to go to New York in January?  I'm thinking about it

Thanks, DR Cillaliz.

Well, DR Richard and I do have these MetroCards with money on them that have to be used before August 31, 2009, and we have a wedding anniversary in January...
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Post by: Cillaliz on September 05, 2008, 11:39:58 AM
WONDERFUL  >:(

(http://weather.myfoxtampabay.com/maps/WTVT/custom/tropical/trackmap2.jpg)

Sat night we have the eye in our backyard!

der Brucer

It must be very dark at your house, what with that giant red thing floating in the sky over you ;)
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Post by: DearReaderLaura on September 05, 2008, 11:40:38 AM
You can vote for any reason you want....even if it's the color of their tie, a flip of a coin, the number of letters in a name....it's great to be an American!

I vote for the person who does not call my telephone and interrupt dinnertime. Also, I vote for the person who does not clutter up the town with campaign signs.
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Post by: Cillaliz on September 05, 2008, 11:40:54 AM
I'm sure you meant "leisure", unless you are attacking their veracity. Remember the rule: "i" before "e" except after "c" - and all the exceptions that make us feel like dunces.

der Brucer

or when sounded as "a" as in neighor or weigh.
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Post by: DearReaderLaura on September 05, 2008, 11:43:03 AM
Well, the game warden has inspected and left and did not find any crawdads. He asked about turtles, which I denied having.
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Post by: Cillaliz on September 05, 2008, 11:45:46 AM
Ok, I think I missed it, what is the story on the crawdads?
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Post by: Cillaliz on September 05, 2008, 11:47:23 AM
Hmmmm looks like I may be planning a trip to San Diego next summer. What fun that Rupert has another Broadway bound musical already

First Wives Club Musical Will Premiere in San Diego in 2009; Zambello Directs

http://www.playbill.com/news/article/121042.html
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Post by: DERBRUCER on September 05, 2008, 11:50:17 AM
TOD:  
The First Nudie Musical (which  enoyjedl but stil can't figure out how you'll adapt it for the live stage--how unseemly will it be?)

I think he'll call it "art".

der Brucer
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Post by: Cillaliz on September 05, 2008, 11:56:44 AM
I just received an email with this subject "TeenyWeenyLittlePeeny?"  does anyone need me to forward it to them?  ;)
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Post by: DERBRUCER on September 05, 2008, 12:01:07 PM
I just received an email with this subject "TeenyWeenyLittlePeeny?"  does anyone need me to forward it to them?  ;)

Does the product have a Michael Phelps endorsement?

der Brucer
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Post by: singdaw on September 05, 2008, 12:10:01 PM
***STORM PROTECTION VIBES***[/size][/color]
for DRs Edisaurus & clan, Matt H., SWW, and dB!![/size][/color]

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Post by: JoseSPiano on September 05, 2008, 12:16:16 PM
Good Afternoon!

Well, I'm back in hotel room where I'm sure I will be taking a nap sometime sooner rather than later.  And since it looks like the rain is starting to move in, well...
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Post by: singdaw on September 05, 2008, 12:20:54 PM
and DR JoseSPiano!  :)  [/size][/color]
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Post by: JoseSPiano on September 05, 2008, 12:32:51 PM
***STORM PROTECTION VIBES***[/size][/color]
for DRs Edisaurus & clan, Matt H., SWW, and dB!![/size][/color]



I just saw the news report here where they said that Hannah could most likely become a Hurricane again before it makes landfall over the next couple of hours.  Thankfully(?), it looks like Charlotte is far enough inland where it won't get too much "stuff", however, for the coastal areas... :-\

*One of my roommates is supposed to head down to Miami on Tuesday for a week's vacation with her boyfriend.  Of course, Ike is due there at that time too.  I wonder if the storms are following us... or finding us.  ;)
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Post by: JoseSPiano on September 05, 2008, 12:34:58 PM
DR MattH - What's up with all the new construction here in Downtown/Uptown Charlotte?!?!  ;)

There are some new buildings going up around the hotel that most definitely weren't going up last year when I was here.  However, it was nice to see that some more businesses and restaurants have opened since then too.  Now if they could just stay open on the weekends too instead of just during "regular banking hours".
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Post by: JoseSPiano on September 05, 2008, 12:41:22 PM
...And since I knew that my dining and shopping choices would be quite limited after 5:00 this afternoon, I went ahead and found the mini-Rite Aid and stocked up on some bottled water and Cheer Wine(!).  :)  It also turned out that a small farmer's stand was set up on the plaza outside the hotel today, and I bought some peaches and plums there too.

*There are a good number of restaurants around the hotel, however, most of them tend to be open only during the weekdays - and the remaining ones are not exactly meant for a "cheap, quick meal" on the weekends.  Finding a place to grab a lunch on Sundays has always been a problem during the fall auditions here in Charlotte.
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Post by: DearReaderLaura on September 05, 2008, 12:45:45 PM
Jose, are you and MattH going to get together while you are there?
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: MBarnum on September 05, 2008, 12:46:35 PM
I haven't worked as a publicist for 15-20 years.  I decided that I just wanted to write, and working almost exclusively for Mr. Corman gave me a very nice living for many years.

Frankly, I go to these autograph shows with former clients (Steve Kanaly, Michael Ansara, Diane McBain, Bridget Hanley, the late Dan O'Herlihy) and friends because writing is a lonely business and this activity let's me get "back in the action," so to speak.  It also gives me the opportunity to see old friends who I haven't seen in years.

Other clients?

The list is SOOO long.  In no particular order:  Christine Lahti, Barbara Hershey, John Williams, Ernest Gold, Henry Darrow, Paul Francis Webster and Sammy Fain, Abe Vigoda, Pat Harrington, Maurice Jarre, Gale Gordon, Jack Carter, Jessica Walter, Conchata Ferrell, John Russell, Edward Dmytryk, Howard Keel, Kathryn Grayson, George Sherman, etc., etc.

How wonderful! I have interviewed Diane McBain...what a beautiful gal she is! And always liked John Russell...would love to have met him and always wondered what he was like in real life. Some of those I have interviewed that worked with him thought he was rather cold, but perhaps he was just shy.

Did you ever work with Joi Lansing by chance?
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Post by: MBarnum on September 05, 2008, 12:49:51 PM
Back from a surprisingly pleasant long jog.  Must now do some errands.  I will say I have to wear different jeans shorts because these are now literally falling off me and I have to keep hiking them up.  Isn't that grand?  That means I've lost over an inch from my waist, maybe even an inch and a half.

That is wonderful BK! I feel (not literally) that your buns of steel will soon be back on display in no time.
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Post by: Jane on September 05, 2008, 12:51:32 PM
I vote for the person who does not call my telephone and interrupt dinnertime. Also, I vote for the person who does not clutter up the town with campaign signs.

So you don't vote at all ;)
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Post by: elmore3003 on September 05, 2008, 12:51:56 PM
And don't call me Ernie!

Sorry, Emma.
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Post by: elmore3003 on September 05, 2008, 12:53:42 PM

 And always liked John Russell...would love to have met him and always wondered what he was like in real life.


Oh, God! Another euphemism with red hot lust all over it.
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: elmore3003 on September 05, 2008, 12:54:31 PM
That is wonderful BK! I feel (not literally) that your buns of steel will soon be back on display in no time.

Thank you for that image, DR MBarnum.
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: MBarnum on September 05, 2008, 12:54:33 PM
One of my Indian Ebay sellers sent me a nice list of press books that he has for sale...what a mother-lode!

Here are two that I must get


From 1933:

(http://i291.photobucket.com/albums/ll293/bollywoodbaazigar/press%20books/03-09-2008/DSC00226.jpg)


From 1929:




(http://i291.photobucket.com/albums/ll293/bollywoodbaazigar/press%20books/03-09-2008/DSC00232.jpg)


Proof that India really did make the best movies! LOL!
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: Jane on September 05, 2008, 12:55:10 PM
Bruce, congrats on the loss of inches.
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: Jane on September 05, 2008, 12:57:16 PM
DR elmore, if you stop at a bead store, or anywhere they make jewelry, they might be able to fit the bracelet for you.  I suppose a jewelry store could also do it.
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: JoseSPiano on September 05, 2008, 12:58:10 PM
Jose, are you and MattH going to get together while you are there?

I think that all depends on the number of DVD boxed sets he has to watch and review this weekend.
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: JoseSPiano on September 05, 2008, 01:01:21 PM
DR MBarnum - If you hop on a plane tonight or tomorrow, you could head to Charlotte for...

14th Annual Festival of India (http://indiafestival.net/index.html)

And since it runs from Noon-7:00p.m... And since it's actually being held next to where the auditions are being held... I'm pretty sure I'll be checking it out.  -Do you need any Bollywood movies? Or a new kurta?  ;)
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: JoseSPiano on September 05, 2008, 01:03:09 PM
DR MBarnum - If you hop on a plane tonight or tomorrow, you could head to Charlotte for...

14th Annual Festival of India (http://indiafestival.net/index.html)

And since it runs from Noon-7:00p.m... And since it's actually being held next to where the auditions are being held... I'm pretty sure I'll be checking it out.  -Do you need any Bollywood movies? Or a new kurta?  ;)

....I just checked out the vendors list on the website... Hmm... Not that many listed... But Barnes & Noble will be there!  ;)
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: JoseSPiano on September 05, 2008, 01:05:22 PM
What good is testing if elmore doesn't know how to interpret the results; and lacking an interpretation, how can he adjust his food intake correctly?

der Brucer

Well, now that he started monitoring his blood sugar levels, he can then present them to his doctor at his next visit, who can then interpret them and then provide further counsel.
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: JoseSPiano on September 05, 2008, 01:05:41 PM
And, yep... I need a nap...

Laters...
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: MBarnum on September 05, 2008, 01:07:55 PM
DR MBarnum - If you hop on a plane tonight or tomorrow, you could head to Charlotte for...

14th Annual Festival of India (http://indiafestival.net/index.html)

And since it runs from Noon-7:00p.m... And since it's actually being held next to where the auditions are being held... I'm pretty sure I'll be checking it out.  -Do you need any Bollywood movies? Or a new kurta?  ;)


What fun! Wish I could be there, but feel free to hand out my phone number as you see fit.
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: bk on September 05, 2008, 01:08:17 PM
The Loss Of Inches - that's the title of my next novel.
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: MBarnum on September 05, 2008, 01:08:18 PM
...for the purposes of cultural awarness, of course.
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: bk on September 05, 2008, 01:11:39 PM
Back from errands.  I went to pick up the Meredith Willson book in Hollywood.  When I told the owner who I was, he said "You're going to hate me..."  I knew that was the end of that.  When I called yesterday, I gave him the catalogue number for the book and he looked it up on his computer and it showed as being available and there.  Apparently, he went to find it and it wasn't there - which means one of his helpers sold it and didn't mark it down, or he's misplaced it.  If you saw this store you'd probably surmise the latter - it's one of the messiest, most disorganized stores ever, and always has been.  I know he wasn't pulling a fast one - the guy is over eighty and has always been very honorable.  So, I'm still without the bloody book and I'll have to keep looking for a reasonably-priced copy - the only copies available are way too much.
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: bk on September 05, 2008, 01:13:18 PM
I have an idea what the next Kritzerland limited edition may be - but it will require some major surgery by my mastering engineer and as good as he is I don't know if he'll be able to fix the problems.  However, it's so rare and so good that if he can minimalize the probs I'll probably do it - it's actually two titles on one CD and one is in excellent condition in terms of sound and tape quality.
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: Matt H. on September 05, 2008, 01:14:21 PM
I'm happy for you, DR Ginny. I have loved my retirement from day one. And every year, when I read all of the "Back to School" ads in the newspaper, I just smile and am grateful I'm not going "Back to School."
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: Matt H. on September 05, 2008, 01:17:36 PM
Much as I'd love to visit with DR Jose on this trip, my work load is just too intensive. I can't really spare even an hour for a meal which is why I'm cooking in all weekend.
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: Matt H. on September 05, 2008, 01:18:30 PM
***STORM PROTECTION VIBES***[/size][/color]
for DRs Edisaurus & clan, Matt H., SWW, and dB!![/size][/color]



Thank you. Having survived Hugo, I am not taking this lightly even if it is offshore. I take NOTHING for granted any more after that.
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: Ginny on September 05, 2008, 01:19:35 PM
Thanks, DR MattH - I'm looking forward to the first snowy morning that I don't have to play the game of trying to decide whether or not to attempt my 25-mile drive.
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: Matt H. on September 05, 2008, 01:20:50 PM
While I cooked and ate lunch, I watched Kyra Sedgwick's Emmy-nominated performance from the CLOSER - Season 3 set. It was a very wise choice on her part since we get not only the procedural stuff and the life in danger finale, but the doctor's office visit and the proposal, too.

Everyone's saying Glenn Close is a shoo-in for the award, and I'm not saying she won't win, but the last time she was a shoo-in, she lost to Patricia Arquette for MEDIUM.
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: Matt H. on September 05, 2008, 01:21:36 PM
Page Seven Scarecrow and Dorothy Dance!!!


Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: Matt H. on September 05, 2008, 01:23:48 PM
Thanks, DR MattH - I'm looking forward to the first snowy morning that I don't have to play the game of trying to decide whether or not to attempt my 25-mile drive.

Ah, yes. I don't miss that either (I had a 37-mile drive to work.) I'd have to get up extra early on days it snowed trying to find out if we were having school because I'd have to drive slower to get to school and thus needed to leave home earlier.
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: Matt H. on September 05, 2008, 01:26:42 PM
Then I watched KILL BILL Volume 2 this afternoon. It has a completely different vibe from Volume 1 even though it's a continuation of the same story, and frankly, I liked it better. Most fanboys dislike part II because it doesn't have the uber-violence and over the top chock-socky stuff that part I had, but for me, all that evisceration got old quickly. This is much more studied and enjoyable. The set pieces are more stately in direction and tone. It's a richer experience, I think.
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: Matt H. on September 05, 2008, 01:28:54 PM
I also watched the one deleted scene on the disc which was a deleted sword fight not involving Uma Thurman.

I still have the "making of" documentary and a musical performance lasting 11-minutes to watch on the disc.

Then, I will decide if I'm going to start another TV box set to review or watch something else. Not clear yet if there will be time to do an entire movie. I do want to watch PSYCH at 10.
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: Druxy on September 05, 2008, 01:32:58 PM
How wonderful! I have interviewed Diane McBain...what a beautiful gal she is! And always liked John Russell...would love to have met him and always wondered what he was like in real life. Some of those I have interviewed that worked with him thought he was rather cold, but perhaps he was just shy.

Did you ever work with Joi Lansing by chance?

Diane has been a dear friend for 30 years.  

I represented Russell only briefly...about the time that PALE RIDER was released.  Nice man.  Very reserved.  I attended his funeral at the veteran's cemetery in Westwood.  [I do have a picture with him.  I'll see if I can post it.]

Never met Joi Lansing.
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: Druxy on September 05, 2008, 01:38:01 PM
Here's the John Russell photo.  It was taken when Leonard Maltin interviewed him for "Entertainment Tonight".

Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: bk on September 05, 2008, 01:40:22 PM
Apparently there is a big load of nothing at the mail place, so I don't have to waste a trip there like I did to the book store.  The book store guy did take my number and said he'll continue trying to find the book.
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: Druxy on September 05, 2008, 01:41:50 PM
Here's something else I just came across.

This is an ad that I had Paul Francis Webster and Sammy Fain take in the trade papers when we were doing the Oscar campaign for "A World That Never Was".

Too bad that song has never had a commerial recording.  It's a very touching piece.

[Are you listening BK?]

 ::)

Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: bk on September 05, 2008, 01:57:35 PM
I called the number and I didn't hear anything but "Sam's Hermaphrodite Parlour."
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: bk on September 05, 2008, 01:58:17 PM
Welcome twelve GUESTS.
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: Matt H. on September 05, 2008, 02:02:47 PM
Guess it's time to hop off-line and do some writing.

WBBL.
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: Druxy on September 05, 2008, 02:15:55 PM
I called the number and I didn't hear anything but "Sam's Hermaphrodite Parlour."

Was that today or in 1977?

 ;)
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: Ginny on September 05, 2008, 02:22:11 PM
Time to get ready to go home.

Bye for now!
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: MBarnum on September 05, 2008, 02:39:40 PM
DR Druxy, I will be sure to let you know when the Diane McBain interview is published...as soon as I have time to trascribe it first!

Which reminds me, I sure to heck wish Warner Bros would release SURFSIDE 6 to dvd!
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: MBarnum on September 05, 2008, 02:41:03 PM
So no one had any comment of on FAIRY OF PUNJAB.

Perhaps more people ignore my posts then I thought  8)
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: elmore3003 on September 05, 2008, 02:46:55 PM
So no one had any comment of on FAIRY OF PUNJAB.

Perhaps more people ignore my posts then I thought  8)

It's the only way to preserve one's sanity.
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: George on September 05, 2008, 02:53:39 PM
~~~Quick Fix Vibes for JRand's Computer!!~~~

;D
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: George on September 05, 2008, 02:54:38 PM
***Big Deep Breath***

Well, I've alluded to this several times this week and can now announce that, effective January 1, 2009, I will be retired from public employment in the state of Ohio.

;D 8) ;D

CONGRATULATIONS!  You've EARNED it!! ;D

I've got 25 years left. :-\

:)
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: Kerry on September 05, 2008, 02:58:31 PM
How wonderful! I have interviewed Diane McBain...what a beautiful gal she is! And always liked John Russell...would love to have met him and always wondered what he was like in real life. Some of those I have interviewed that worked with him thought he was rather cold, but perhaps he was just shy.

Did you ever work with Joi Lansing by chance?

Tell me mre about Ms. McBain.  And please tell me more about what you learned (and the troubles she encountered) of Ms. Molly Bee.  PLEASE!?!?!?!?
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: MBarnum on September 05, 2008, 03:09:20 PM
DR Kerry,

The first time I met Diane McBain was the very first time I attended the Ray Court's Show, back when it was held at the Beverly Garland Hotel in North Hollywood, back in the late 90s. She was so beautiful, even still. I was amazed. At that time I was not that familiar with her.

Some years later when GoodLife Network began showing a lot of the old Warner Bros tv shows from the 50s and 60s I noticed that  she was on a LOT of them, and then I caught some of her movies and finally decided to see if she would do an interview.

The interview was great. I had a wonderful time chatting with her. It has been a few years since the interview and so I have forgotten a lot of what we talked about other then she dated Troy Donahue for a time...and and Joan Crawford refused to let her be in the same frame as her when they were making a movie together.

I need to get that one transcribed soon.
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: MBarnum on September 05, 2008, 03:12:12 PM
My recollection of Molly Bee is that she had quite a drinking problem. Maybe a drug problem too. I think Kenny Miller talks about it in his book. They were very close friends back in the day.

She was very sweet when I saw her at the last Ray Courts Show in Burbank, but she looked like she had been through a lot in her life though and she gave me a snap shot of herself with Kenny, which I gave to Kenny when I saw him.
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: Jennifer on September 05, 2008, 03:29:08 PM
So, you've never seen or heard of the "round thing that is like ham"? If so what do you call it?

der Brucer



We call it ham. I have never heard anyone use the term canadian bacon here.
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: George on September 05, 2008, 03:44:36 PM
I sent our contract comments to the powers that be - they're all fine and when the lawyer returns on the 17th we'll get our final contract for signing - oh, boy!

Great news, BK!  
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: Michael on September 05, 2008, 04:00:45 PM
Here's something else I just came across.

This is an ad that I had Paul Francis Webster and Sammy Fain take in the trade papers when we were doing the Oscar campaign for "A World That Never Was".

Too bad that song has never had a commerial recording.  It's a very touching piece.

[Are you listening BK?]

 ::)





This is one of my missing songs from my Collection of Oscar winning songs. Four years only they were also nominated for "Strange Are the Ways of Love" from "The Stepmother" Both films were "What Film Were They Nominated For????????"

As good as they are I surmise that they were nominated 1) Because they are recognizable name 2) The music branch of the Academy had as it members (at that time) members of the old guard and wanted to nominate one of their own.

The other nominees that year were "Ben from Ben",  "Come Follow Follow Me from The Little Ark" (Another song that never has had commercial recording except for an instrumental version recorded by BK.), "Marmalade, Molasses and Honey" from The Life and Times of Judge Roy Bean" and the winner The Morning After from the Poseidon Adventure whose actual name according to the film credits was "The Song From The Poseidon Adventure"

A World That Never Was was also in competition with Ava Santani (The Omen). Come To Me (The Pink Panther Strikes Again), Gonna Fly Now (Rocky)
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: Ginny on September 05, 2008, 04:08:00 PM
CONGRATULATIONS!  You've EARNED it!! ;D

I've got 25 years left. :-\

:)

Thanks, DR George!

And hang in there - I'll have 30.08 years of service credit that it took 35+ years to earn!
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: DERBRUCER on September 05, 2008, 04:10:39 PM
Bruce, congrats on the loss of inches.

Few man would say "Thank-you"!

der Brucer
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: George on September 05, 2008, 04:16:27 PM
In my CD player right now:

Jay McShann's The Big Apple Bash (http://www.amazon.com/Big-Apple-Bash-Jay-McShann/dp/B0012CJMAE/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&s=music&qid=1220656073&sr=1-1)

(http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/51sXk3nbK5L._SS500_.jpg)
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: George on September 05, 2008, 04:17:01 PM
I got this because Janis Siegel of The Manhattan Transfer sings on track #5, "Ain't Misbehavin'" :D
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: Jane on September 05, 2008, 04:22:02 PM
Here's something else I just came across.

This is an ad that I had Paul Francis Webster and Sammy Fain take in the trade papers when we were doing the Oscar campaign for "A World That Never Was".


Cute  :)
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: Jane on September 05, 2008, 04:24:08 PM
We call it ham. I have never heard anyone use the term canadian bacon here.

The first time I saw "Canadian bacon" I wondered WHY the Canadian's called it that. ;D  It is kind of nice to know that you don't.
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: TCB on September 05, 2008, 04:31:37 PM
FOR TCB:

From yesterday.

I do remember a Place to Stand. I saw it several times and was one of my favorite short films of all time. It was at the Ontario Pavillion at Expo 67 and I think it also played during Man and His World 68 ( A off shoot of Expo 67)

The theme song was so popular a 45rpm (remember those?) was released

(http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/en/d/d5/0_Ontario_Pavilion_Expo67_-_A_Place_to_Stand.jpg)

and to this day I remember three lines from the song. (They were repeated several times)

And we will build Ontario
A place to stand, a place to grow
Ontari-ari-ari-o !

Norman Jewison freely admits that the film was inspiration for the multiple screens he used in The Thomas Crown Affair.

The film won an oscar for Best Live Action Short

Below is a picture of the Ontario Pavillon at Expo 67

(http://farm1.static.flickr.com/156/428303802_65a1c3d896.jpg?v=0)


That would be the one, Michael.  Thank you very much.  There was period after it won the Oscar that it was shown between features at almost every theater in town.  A great film and a catchy theme song.
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: bk on September 05, 2008, 04:32:10 PM
Listening to CDs today.  I put on Once On This Island - I really don't care for the recording at all - it's very brittle, is all over the place volume-wise, and has no oomph.

I've also listened to two Danilo Perez CDs - he's really a terrific jazz pianist - I didn't like the two CDs as much as the current one with orchestral backing by Claus Ogerman, but they're still fun and very well produced.
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: elmore3003 on September 05, 2008, 04:34:19 PM
Few man would say "Thank-you"!

der Brucer

Thanks for the spelling correction on leisure, but shouldn't that be few men?
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: bk on September 05, 2008, 04:35:05 PM
I ate a nectarine (not so good) and about twenty of those little rice cake chips, Quakes - so under 175 calories so far (probably already burned from the long jog), so I can eat without fear tonight - I have the feeling it will be akin to the night I tried to be good at Skip and Fred's - there will be some fattening things, but I'll just eat normal portions and I'm sure I will not gain anything, just as I didn't when dining at Skip and Fred's.  I'm also sure Margaret will have baked something yummilicious and I'll have a small piece of whatever it is, just as I had a small piece of Skip's cheesecake without any problem.
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: bk on September 05, 2008, 04:37:19 PM
I got the first report on the new LA Opera commission, The Fly.  The person I spoke to is a composer, and he loathed every minute of it.  He said he could not understand one word anyone was singing (it's in English!) and that the music is just droning, non-melodic, and lacking color.  

My guess is that the completely moronic and inept LA critics will eat it up because they fawn at the feet of anything that reeks "Hollywood" just as I think they'll rave over the opera debuts of William Friedkin and Woody Allen.  It's just so "with it."
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: TCB on September 05, 2008, 04:40:01 PM
***Big Deep Breath***

Well, I've alluded to this several times this week and can now announce that, effective January 1, 2009, I will be retired from public employment in the state of Ohio.

;D 8) ;D



You've been fired?
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: DERBRUCER on September 05, 2008, 04:42:42 PM
We call it ham. I have never heard anyone use the term canadian bacon here.

The cut we are referring to is not ham! Ham comes from a pig haunch, regular strip bacon (streaky bacon) comes from a pork belly, and back bacon  and peameal (called Canadian in the US), comes from the back. In both the US and Canada, the stuff we have for breakfast is usually strip bacon.

A proper serving of Eggs Benedict in Canada would have neither ham nor strip bacon, but rather a round smoked cut of pig from the back.

der Brucer
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: DERBRUCER on September 05, 2008, 04:45:37 PM
Thanks for the spelling correction on leisure, but shouldn't that be few men?

Yes.

der Brucer

Payback is a bitch.
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: JoseSPiano on September 05, 2008, 04:45:39 PM
Good Evening!

Yep, that was a good nap.  And, frankly, I think I may just head out and grab a small bite to eat, and then just come back here and head back to bed.

*Although, I do have to wonder when the construction - and construction noises - will stop across the street?  Although, it looks like they're trying to secure anything that's loose due to the coming weather.  :-\
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: TCB on September 05, 2008, 04:46:14 PM
At least not this trip. Yet.

So, I got my diabetes bracelet, and I cannot figure how to fit it over my hand! I hate jewelry.



Think of it as a tiara for your wrist!
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: Jane on September 05, 2008, 04:48:23 PM
While I cooked and ate lunch, I watched Kyra Sedgwick's Emmy-nominated performance from the CLOSER - Season 3 set. It was a very wise choice on her part since we get not only the procedural stuff and the life in danger finale, but the doctor's office visit and the proposal, too.

Everyone's saying Glenn Close is a shoo-in for the award, and I'm not saying she won't win, but the last time she was a shoo-in, she lost to Patricia Arquette for MEDIUM.

I hope she wins.  I wish the show could win every award possible.  Monday night's episode was an engrossing, intelligent, & well acted episode.  Jon Tenney didn't always have much to say yet his expressions, IMHO, were priceless.

Unlike THE CLOSER the season premier of BONES completely disappointed us.  Throughout the show we kept making comments such as "STUPID, out of character, doesn't make sense, STUPID!"  And it lasted for two hours.  If this is an indication of the direction the show is taking we won't be watching much longer.
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: DERBRUCER on September 05, 2008, 04:49:20 PM
..it looks like they're trying to secure anything that's loose ...

Sounds like they are tethering the hookers to hydrants :D

der Brucer
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: Jane on September 05, 2008, 04:50:50 PM
I'll have 30.08 years of service credit that it took 35+ years to earn!

That doesn't seem right.  Did you take a few breaks during that time, such as having a baby?
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: DERBRUCER on September 05, 2008, 04:52:01 PM
Unlike THE CLOSER the season premier of BONES completely disappointed us.  Throughout the show we kept making comments such as "STUPID, out of character, doesn't make sense, STUPID!"  And it lasted for two hours.  If this is an indication of the direction the show is taking we won't be watching much longer.

I had no problem with the London segments, it was all the crapola going on back in DC that was a problem.

der Brucer
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: Sigerson Holmes on September 05, 2008, 04:56:35 PM
The "half Mitzi Gaynor" theme reminds me . . . City Lights is going ALL OUT with a Mitzi DVD set, due in November.  Saw this on YouTube:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hFKdSzktJLE

Looks like a must-have.  (Sorry if this is a re-reminder.)
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: George on September 05, 2008, 04:58:48 PM
The first time I saw "Canadian bacon" I wondered WHY the Canadian's called it that. ;D  It is kind of nice to know that you don't.

But then we have American cheese...why can't they have Canadian bacon??

;D
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: DERBRUCER on September 05, 2008, 04:59:01 PM
Mr Newsman tells me Hanna is heading to Long Island!

der Brucer
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: TCB on September 05, 2008, 05:00:22 PM
Back from a surprisingly pleasant long jog.  Must now do some errands.  I will say I have to wear different jeans shorts because these are now literally falling off me and I have to keep hiking them up.  Isn't that grand?  That means I've lost over an inch from my waist, maybe even an inch and a half.


Maybe you are just sweating so much, that they are sliding off your thighs.
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: JoseSPiano on September 05, 2008, 05:03:45 PM

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Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: FJL on September 05, 2008, 05:08:15 PM
Jose is getting close to post 32500.  Is that a milestone?
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: TCB on September 05, 2008, 05:14:08 PM
So no one had any comment of on FAIRY OF PUNJAB.

Perhaps more people ignore my posts then I thought  8)


I adore your bod posts.  You were just fishing for compliments
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: TCB on September 05, 2008, 05:17:04 PM
We call it ham. I have never heard anyone use the term canadian bacon here.


Well, of course, no one in Canada is going to call it Canadian Bacon!  You call it peameal bacon.
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: Matthew on September 05, 2008, 05:18:24 PM
TOD - or in regards to the TOD - there was a post here on Wednesday about posting about listening/viewing non-commercial media.  It's been bugging me for a few days now, while I realize the poster's concern is valid.I felt it was a little out of place on this forum of theatre/movie people who will go at lengths to satisfy their love for the art.

While I am extremely guilty of possessing such items, (and proud of it BTW!) it dawned on me that nothing was mentioned the sharing TV shows, whether on VHS or ripped off the DVR and burned on a DVD and shared with others was not mention in the posters concerns.  Or even movies "copied" and shared, I see no difference.  Also, what about watching things on DVR, it's technically a recording a device storing data that is to be watched later, which is the definition of what is prohibited when recording shows, orchestrations, etc... I see no difference here.

That's all...

Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: TCB on September 05, 2008, 05:19:04 PM
I got this because Janis Siegel of The Manhattan Transfer sings on track #5, "Ain't Misbehavin'" :D


George, are you going to go see them at the Puyallup Fair?
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: George on September 05, 2008, 05:21:23 PM
George, are you going to go see them at the Puyallup Fair?

Maybe...hopefully. :) Are you?
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: Jane on September 05, 2008, 05:24:51 PM
I had no problem with the London segments, it was all the crapola going on back in DC that was a problem.

der Brucer

London was beautiful to look at.

SPOILER!!!!























Bone's counterpart didn't seem to do much except flirt with her.  
The American girls murder seemed very strange, kill one child you didn't know about to protect the other one?  
I never like when Booth gets too off the wall, such as his attitude with the FBI badge.

Silly, silly stuff was happening in DC.  What the heck is the psychiatrist doing there and of all the dumb reasons to break up.  She didn't look all that upset either.  
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: Jane on September 05, 2008, 05:27:11 PM
Well, of course, no one in Canada is going to call it Canadian Bacon!  You call it peameal bacon.

 ;D  Whatever you call it, it doesn't look like bacon.

Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: TCB on September 05, 2008, 05:29:18 PM
TOD - or in regards to the TOD - there was a post here on Wednesday about posting about listening/viewing non-commercial media.  It's been bugging me for a few days now, while I realize the poster's concern is valid.I felt it was a little out of place on this forum of theatre/movie people who will go at lengths to satisfy their love for the art.

While I am extremely guilty of possessing such items, (and proud of it BTW!) it dawned on me that nothing was mentioned the sharing TV shows, whether on VHS or ripped off the DVR and burned on a DVD and shared with others was not mention in the posters concerns.  Or even movies "copied" and shared, I see no difference.  Also, what about watching things on DVR, it's technically a recording a device storing data that is to be watched later, which is the definition of what is prohibited when recording shows, orchestrations, etc... I see no difference here.

That's all...




But they are not legal!
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: elmore3003 on September 05, 2008, 05:29:30 PM
;D  Whatever you call it, it doesn't look like bacon.



Well, I think it's one of the dumbest threads ever started since a Google search would have clarified everything; now let's discuss British terms:
"crackers" vs "cookies"
"nappies" vs "diapers"
"knock up" and "pay a visit"
more?

Oy!
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: TCB on September 05, 2008, 05:30:57 PM
Maybe...hopefully. :) Are you?


I would rather sit thru a Patti LuPone marathon.
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: DakotaCelt on September 05, 2008, 05:31:53 PM

(https://su2c.secure.miisolutions.net/images/img_su2c_logo.gif) (https://www.standup2cancer.org/)

Hopefully someday a cure can be found.... Feeling a bit sad watching that....

I may pop in some music to get my spirits up....

I am glad my freind CAssie called today... Her daughter is a cancer survivor. Today she has an one good eye and is a little spitfire. Fearless.
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: George on September 05, 2008, 05:31:54 PM
Well, I think it's one of the dumbest threads ever started since a Google search would have clarified everything; now let's discuss British terms:
"crackers" vs "cookies"
"nappies" vs "diapers"
"knock up" and "pay a visit"
more?

Oy!

Serviettes vs. napkins! ;)
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: DakotaCelt on September 05, 2008, 05:33:06 PM
Media check:

CD player: Les Miz, Liz Callaway
Video: Search for tomorrow
DVD: Under the Tuscan Sun
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: DakotaCelt on September 05, 2008, 05:35:30 PM
Beautiful smile Ben!
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: George on September 05, 2008, 05:37:01 PM
The "half Mitzi Gaynor" theme reminds me . . . City Lights is going ALL OUT with a Mitzi DVD set, due in November.  Saw this on YouTube:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hFKdSzktJLE

Looks like a must-have.  (Sorry if this is a re-reminder.)

Speaking of Mitzi...THREE letter words (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PxIRTZK3tJ0)?? :-X
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: Druxy on September 05, 2008, 05:37:25 PM
DR Kerry,

The first time I met Diane McBain was the very first time I attended the Ray Court's Show, back when it was held at the Beverly Garland Hotel in North Hollywood, back in the late 90s.

If you met Diane at Ray Courts show, we probably met there also, because I'm the one who brought her in.

 
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: DakotaCelt on September 05, 2008, 05:37:41 PM
FOR TCB:

From yesterday.

I do remember a Place to Stand. I saw it several times and was one of my favorite short films of all time. It was at the Ontario Pavillion at Expo 67 and I think it also played during Man and His World 68 ( A off shoot of Expo 67)

The theme song was so popular a 45rpm (remember those?) was released

(http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/en/d/d5/0_Ontario_Pavilion_Expo67_-_A_Place_to_Stand.jpg)

and to this day I remember three lines from the song. (They were repeated several times)

And we will build Ontario
A place to stand, a place to grow
Ontari-ari-ari-o !

Norman Jewison freely admits that the film was inspiration for the multiple screens he used in The Thomas Crown Affair.

The film won an oscar for Best Live Action Short

Below is a picture of the Ontario Pavillon at Expo 67

(http://farm1.static.flickr.com/156/428303802_65a1c3d896.jpg?v=0)

I actually saw this one time when I was a kid. I remember wondering about what Canadian bacon was and what their police officers were wearing red coats. Keep in mind I was only 5 years old and the local station was airing in the 1970s.
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: Ben on September 05, 2008, 05:38:24 PM
Thank you Dakota. It's because I'm with two beautiful people (who were cropped out of the photo   ;)) that I'm smiling.
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: DERBRUCER on September 05, 2008, 05:39:13 PM
You were just fishing for compliments

Is that what you're doing in that boat?

der Brucer
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: bk on September 05, 2008, 05:39:43 PM
Sliding Off My Thighs - that's the title of my next novel.
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: bk on September 05, 2008, 05:40:12 PM
I shall now be on my way to the Jones's - must run a quick errand first.  I'll be home not too late.
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: Ben on September 05, 2008, 05:40:31 PM
Ginny, congratulations on your great news! I have at least 10 more years, depending on the state of the "bustling American economy" (a How Now Dow Jones reference).

So when you come to New York again you can drop by the Center as a guest instead of a seminar participant.
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: DakotaCelt on September 05, 2008, 05:41:42 PM
HOpe to see Jrand back soon...
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: DakotaCelt on September 05, 2008, 05:42:25 PM
Congrats DR Ginny!
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: DakotaCelt on September 05, 2008, 05:43:54 PM
Ride the storm and stay safe vibes to everyone in the southeast!
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: George on September 05, 2008, 05:54:04 PM
I would rather sit thru a Patti LuPone marathon.

Bitch.

;)
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: JoseSPiano on September 05, 2008, 05:54:17 PM
TOD - or in regards to the TOD - there was a post here on Wednesday about posting about listening/viewing non-commercial media.  It's been bugging me for a few days now, while I realize the poster's concern is valid.I felt it was a little out of place on this forum of theatre/movie people who will go at lengths to satisfy their love for the art.

While I am extremely guilty of possessing such items, (and proud of it BTW!) it dawned on me that nothing was mentioned the sharing TV shows, whether on VHS or ripped off the DVR and burned on a DVD and shared with others was not mention in the posters concerns.  Or even movies "copied" and shared, I see no difference.  Also, what about watching things on DVR, it's technically a recording a device storing data that is to be watched later, which is the definition of what is prohibited when recording shows, orchestrations, etc... I see no difference here.

That's all...




DR Matthew - All I will say is that lurkers come from all walks of life.  Some may even happen to be composers, lyricists and/or licensing agents.

*In fact, one person I know here in NYC happens to have quite the "library" - and really should not(!!!) have quite that big(!!!) a collection.  Discretion is the key word here.  Many DRs have become quite adept about being not so direct about their "lengths to satisfy their love for the art".
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: elmore3003 on September 05, 2008, 05:55:13 PM
It's Crabby Appleton, rotten to the core, back for a moment. I think my eyes are beginning to unblur. I can see most of the image on the tv again.
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: JoseSPiano on September 05, 2008, 05:56:54 PM
DR Matthew - So, any further word on your recent "situation" at work - in regards to changes and edits?
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: JoseSPiano on September 05, 2008, 05:59:00 PM
OH!

Apparently, there's some sort of reception I'm supposed to be at right now...

Laters...
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: George on September 05, 2008, 06:00:11 PM
I just read this article:

Palin church promotes converting gays (http://www.comcast.net/articles/news-politics/20080906/Palin.Gays/).

:P
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: DERBRUCER on September 05, 2008, 06:03:00 PM
It's Crabby Appleton, rotten to the core, back for a moment. I think my eyes are beginning to unblur. I can see most of the image on the tv again.

In the spirit of congeniality, I will refrain from inquiring about the unbluring of your mind ;)

der Brucer
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: Matthew on September 05, 2008, 06:04:36 PM
DR Matthew - So, any further word on your recent "situation" at work - in regards to changes and edits?

A measure here and there, pieces of dialogue, pages of dialogue, one small vocal section, lines from "other" productions added.  If you knew they were there, you would miss them, if you don't, it seems to work.  It's not as bad as had been predicted.
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: td on September 05, 2008, 06:07:45 PM
I want to come to NYC and see SOUTH PACIFIC.
I could care less about Patti's GYPSY - I would have rather liked to have seen Lenora Nemetz do the role the day before the recording sessions.
Those are the two cds which have been in my cd player this week.
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: George on September 05, 2008, 06:10:17 PM
I have an idea what the next Kritzerland limited edition may be - but it will require some major surgery by my mastering engineer and as good as he is I don't know if he'll be able to fix the problems.  However, it's so rare and so good that if he can minimalize the probs I'll probably do it - it's actually two titles on one CD and one is in excellent condition in terms of sound and tape quality.

BK, were these two title originally released together or are you combining them because they have the same performer/composer?

Good luck!
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: DERBRUCER on September 05, 2008, 06:13:09 PM
I just read this article:

Palin church promotes converting gays (http://www.comcast.net/articles/news-politics/20080906/Palin.Gays/).

:P

I am uncomfortable holding any candidate responsible for each and every position or sermon associated with their church. I suspect many parishioners do not hold common ground with some of the ideas they get in church and are naturally reluctant to advertise the fact. This "renounce" your preacher bit is off-base.

If one side is going to dump on  Palin and the Assembly of God, then expect the other side  to dump on Biden for the Catholic Church's preachings on abortion and birth control.

"Gay conversion" is certainly not an yet an issue in this campaign, and I hope it does not become one.

der Brucer

Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: TCB on September 05, 2008, 06:16:47 PM
Speaking of Mitzi...THREE letter words (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PxIRTZK3tJ0)?? :-X


Three letter words?

I think I preferred the Captain Jack naked Anything Goes better.











Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: DERBRUCER on September 05, 2008, 06:17:18 PM
BK, were these two title originally released together or are you combining them because they have the same performer/composer?

Good luck!

Maybe he's combining them becasue he doesn't want to get beat-up for releasing a 25 minute CD.

der Brucer
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: Jane on September 05, 2008, 06:17:40 PM
Well, I think it's one of the dumbest threads ever started since a Google search would have clarified everything; now let's discuss British terms:
"crackers" vs "cookies"
"nappies" vs "diapers"
"knock up" and "pay a visit"
more?

Oy!

 ;D

I've heard that crackers are cookies but I have never known anyone who didn't say biscuit for cookies.

My cousin seems to come from an area of England that calls all candy toffee.  Her husband explained that to me so she & I could communicate.  He doesn't get the toffee for candy thing either.  She calls toffee soft toffee.
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: Jane on September 05, 2008, 06:19:40 PM
It's Crabby Appleton, rotten to the core, back for a moment. I think my eyes are beginning to unblur. I can see most of the image on the tv again.

YES! YES! YES!

 :D :) :D :) :D :) :D

EYE VIBES!!!!
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: George on September 05, 2008, 06:21:14 PM
Three letter words?

I think I preferred the Captain Jack naked Anything Goes better.

Who wouldn't?? :D
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: TCB on September 05, 2008, 06:21:44 PM
;D

I've heard that crackers are cookies but I have never known anyone who didn't say biscuit for cookies.

My cousin seems to come from an area of England that calls all candy toffee.  Her husband explained that to me so she & I could communicate.  He doesn't get the toffee for candy thing either.  She calls toffee soft toffee.


Yeah, and the kid next door called all peanut butter, Skippy, no matter what brand.  Of course, he was weirder than me!
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: TCB on September 05, 2008, 06:22:37 PM
YES! YES! YES!

 :D :) :D :) :D :) :D

EYE VIBES!!!!


I think Eye Vibes would hurt.
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: TCB on September 05, 2008, 06:23:51 PM
I would love to see SOUTH PACIFIC on Broadway.  Of course, Tacoma Musical Playhouse is opening with that show, so why bother to go to NY?
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: elmore3003 on September 05, 2008, 06:24:15 PM
In the spirit of congeniality, I will refrain from inquiring about the unbluring of your mind ;)

der Brucer

Glass houses, dear . . .
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: DearReaderLaura on September 05, 2008, 06:29:25 PM
I can see most of the image on the tv again.

My sympathies.
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: DearReaderLaura on September 05, 2008, 06:30:15 PM
I was going to comment on the "converting gays" thing, but I thought better of it.
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: Cillaliz on September 05, 2008, 06:34:11 PM
I just read this article:

Palin church promotes converting gays (http://www.comcast.net/articles/news-politics/20080906/Palin.Gays/).

:P

George, she personally doesn't believe in gay marriage, but as a Governor vetoed a bill that would have denied benefits to employees in same-sex relationships.  I'm just saying sometimes actions speak louder than words
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: TCB on September 05, 2008, 06:37:47 PM
I watched Sen. McCain's speech last night.  I think he is a wonderful man, but he is not much of a public speaker.


** That is not meant as a political comment.  I have yet to decide who I will vote for in November
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: DERBRUCER on September 05, 2008, 06:42:20 PM
I watched Sen. McCain's speech last night.  I think he is a wonderful man, but he is not much of a public speaker.

Certainly not in a scripted affair! He comes off much better if given a mike and allowed to hold town-meeting type forums.

der Brucer
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: DERBRUCER on September 05, 2008, 06:44:42 PM
"Nope, no turtles here. Those are rocks."

Very slowly moving rocks!

der Brucer
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: George on September 05, 2008, 06:46:55 PM
George, she personally doesn't believe in gay marriage, but as a Governor vetoed a bill that would have denied benefits to employees in same-sex relationships.  I'm just saying sometimes actions speak louder than words

True, but according to the article:

Palin's conservative Christian views have energized that part of the GOP electorate, which was lukewarm to John McCain's candidacy before he named her as his vice presidential choice. She is staunchly anti-abortion, opposing exceptions for rape and incest, and opposes gay marriage and spousal rights for gay couples.

I'm just sayin'.
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: DERBRUCER on September 05, 2008, 06:54:05 PM
She is staunchly anti-abortion, [/i]opposing exceptions for rape and incest,

I've never understood why the "rape and incest" issue keeps being raised. If abortion is wrong, and it is child-killing, then all abortion is wrong; and both doctor and mother should be held accountable. Now that is a position with which a strongly disagree, but it is at least logically consistent.

der Brucer
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: Ginny on September 05, 2008, 06:58:29 PM
You've been fired?

 ;D

Nope, but there's still time for that...
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: elmore3003 on September 05, 2008, 06:58:56 PM
DR Nursie, yep, I was wrong! It's biscuits that are cookies. I have no idea where crackers came from.

Tonight's episode of MONK was really wonderful.
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: Ginny on September 05, 2008, 06:59:46 PM
That doesn't seem right.  Did you take a few breaks during that time, such as having a baby?

You got it, DR Jane.  I "pulled into the slow lane" for 12 years, but earned 4.5 years of retirement credit by teaching and working part time.
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: Jane on September 05, 2008, 07:00:54 PM
I see your point that it is logically consistent. Still, there is that grey area where the woman shouldn't be accountable for the actions of someone else.
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: Cillaliz on September 05, 2008, 07:02:27 PM
It isn't about being held accountable if you belive that it is killing a child.  I'm pro choice, but I agree if it's killing, it's killing
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: Ginny on September 05, 2008, 07:03:22 PM
Thank you, DRs Ben and DakotaCelt!
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: Jane on September 05, 2008, 07:03:36 PM
You got it, DR Jane.  I "pulled into the slow lane" for 12 years, but earned 4.5 years of retirement credit by teaching and working part time.

That is a good number of years.  Are you still going to the October meeting & will it be in NY again?
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: TCB on September 05, 2008, 07:04:04 PM
;D

Nope, but there's still time for that...


Congratulations, Ginny.  I am thrilled for you.

I have four years and 25 days to go.  Unless the Republican candidate is elected governor.  If that happens my days are really numbered.
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: Ginny on September 05, 2008, 07:04:09 PM
DR Elmore - do you suppose the improvement in your vision means that your sugar levels are stabilizing somewhat?
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: TCB on September 05, 2008, 07:05:56 PM
DR Elmore - do you suppose the improvement in your vision means that your sugar levels are stabilizing somewhat?


Or he stopped using fairy dust?
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: Jane on September 05, 2008, 07:06:00 PM
Congratulations, Ginny.  I am thrilled for you.

I have four years and 25 days to go.  Unless the Republican candidate is elected governor.  If that happens my days are really numbered.

That is scary, for you & for all the children you help.
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: Ginny on September 05, 2008, 07:08:02 PM
Thank you, DR TCB!

I do still have to do some information-waitressing days - like tomorrow - so I'm crashing.

'night!
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: elmore3003 on September 05, 2008, 07:09:16 PM
DR Elmore - do you suppose the improvement in your vision means that your sugar levels are stabilizing somewhat?

The doctor told me that, as the glucose level decreased, the fluid would drain from my corneas, and today my readings have been 185 (7:00 am), 155 (6:00 pm) and 149 (just now).  When I was released frm the ER on Thursday night, it was 392, and it was just under that on Tuesday, when I saw the doctor.  It's going down and I suspect the new meds are a major reason for it.
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: elmore3003 on September 05, 2008, 07:10:04 PM
Or he stopped using fairy dust?

I think you've been sniffing too much of it.
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: JoseSPiano on September 05, 2008, 07:13:56 PM
;D

I've heard that crackers are cookies but I have never known anyone who didn't say biscuit for cookies.

My cousin seems to come from an area of England that calls all candy toffee.  Her husband explained that to me so she & I could communicate.  He doesn't get the toffee for candy thing either.  She calls toffee soft toffee.

And most Italian cookies - in Italy - are called "biscotti" - whether they are twice-baked or not.
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: JoseSPiano on September 05, 2008, 07:18:06 PM
Oh, and I'm back from the "Welcome To Charlotte and SETC Reception".  It was actually quite a nice little gathering.  Well, it started off as a little gathering, and then there was a big rush of people after about 30 minutes.  -And that's when I started my "I'll see you in the morning's".

*And they even had decent food (wish I had known about the food before I went out to get a slice of pizza), and an open bar too.
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: JoseSPiano on September 05, 2008, 07:18:34 PM
DR elmore - Great news!  -Are you still taking the Bilberry too?
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: Jane on September 05, 2008, 07:19:29 PM
Biscotti for all cookies, I didn't remember that.

DR elmore, impressive numbers.

'night
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: TCB on September 05, 2008, 07:19:34 PM
That is scary, for you & for all the children you help.

I don't think even Republican candidate Dino Rossi would dare mess with the social workers jobs in Children's Services.  However, there are only 40 of us across the state that do the job that I do.  Those are the types of jobs that Mr. Rossi wants to privatize.
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: Jane on September 05, 2008, 07:20:29 PM
DR elmore - Great news!  -Are you still taking the Bilberry too?

What about lutein with that billberry?
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: JoseSPiano on September 05, 2008, 07:20:40 PM
PAGE 11 FAIRY DUST DANCE!!!

(http://images.elfwood.com/art/t/a/tamma/fairy_dust_3.jpg)
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: Jane on September 05, 2008, 07:21:23 PM
I don't think even Republican candidate Dino Rossi would dare mess with the social workers jobs in Children's Services.  However, there are only 40 of us across the state that do the job that I do.  Those are the types of jobs that Mr. Rossi wants to privatize.

That seems like so few jobs.  Good Luck!
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: DearReaderLaura on September 05, 2008, 07:22:54 PM
The neighborhood crazy lady is sitting outside knitting.
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: DakotaCelt on September 05, 2008, 07:25:56 PM
For some odd reason I have a song from Spamalot running through my head.

I am not yet dead....
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: Cillaliz on September 05, 2008, 07:26:50 PM
The neighborhood crazy lady is sitting outside knitting.

That sounds like fun  ;D
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: DearReaderLaura on September 05, 2008, 07:28:54 PM
She just went into the house where the people have a restraining order against her.

DerBrucer can correct that sentence, but you know what I mean.
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: DearReaderLaura on September 05, 2008, 07:29:29 PM
For some odd reason I have a song from Spamalot running through my head.

I am not yet dead....

That sounds like a cheerful song.
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: TCB on September 05, 2008, 07:29:29 PM
That seems like so few jobs.  Good Luck!

Well, if I l lose my job, the cats and I will hitchhike to New York and take up residence on elmore's fire escape, in the hope that DR Barnum will come to visit!
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: Cillaliz on September 05, 2008, 07:29:51 PM
So it's about to get interesting on your street, DR Laura
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: DakotaCelt on September 05, 2008, 07:29:53 PM
Glad you are feeling better Elmore...
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: DearReaderLaura on September 05, 2008, 07:30:45 PM
I hope not.
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: DakotaCelt on September 05, 2008, 07:31:19 PM
that sounds like a plan tcb
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: DakotaCelt on September 05, 2008, 07:32:17 PM
I hope nothing happens laura
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: JoseSPiano on September 05, 2008, 07:36:40 PM
Hmm... The construction is still going on across the street.  The jack-hammering and the bright(!) lights are a bit distracting to say the least.  I wonder if they're just trying to get the work in tonight that they were supposed to do tomorrow.
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: DearReaderLaura on September 05, 2008, 07:37:37 PM
Me too.
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: Tomovoz on September 05, 2008, 07:38:20 PM
Much as I'd love to visit with DR Jose on this trip, my work load is just too intensive. I can't really spare even an hour for a meal which is why I'm cooking in all weekend.

Each to his own priorities.

I'd regret that opportunity missed.
IMHO Work is never is a substitute for life!
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: TCB on September 05, 2008, 07:38:38 PM
Hmm... The construction is still going on across the street.  The jack-hammering and the bright(!) lights are a bit distracting to say the least.  I wonder if they're just trying to get the work in tonight that they were supposed to do tomorrow.


Try undressing in front of the open window.  That ought to get rid of them!
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: Cillaliz on September 05, 2008, 07:38:44 PM
I am ready for this election to be over.  From the time I first floated the idea of voting for McCain, I have been called names, have had someone who I thought was a dear friend stop talking to me and start telling everyone how insane I am for voting for McCain and have had so many of these "change" and "inclusive" Obama people be the meanest and most narrow minded people I have ever seen.   I am so sick of the way that I have been treated that there  is no way I will ever vote for Obama.    Beyond that, I think I'm done talking politics.  
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: JoseSPiano on September 05, 2008, 07:42:10 PM
Try undressing in front of the open window.  That ought to get rid of them!


And you know that works from personal experience?


Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: TCB on September 05, 2008, 07:42:16 PM
I am ready for this election to be over.  From the time I first floated the idea of voting for McCain, I have been called names, have had someone who I thought was a dear friend stop talking to me and start telling everyone how insane I am for voting for McCain and have had so many of these "change" and "inclusive" Obama people be the meanest and most narrow minded people I have ever seen.   I am so sick of the way that I have been treated that there  is no way I will ever vote for Obama.    Beyond that, I think I'm done talking politics.  


Just let these so-called friends that you are far too intelligent to cast your vote strictly down party lines.  Let them know that you prefer to study the candidate.
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: DearReaderLaura on September 05, 2008, 07:43:35 PM
I've been ready for this to be over for about six months. I just can't stand to listen to any of it any more.
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: Tomovoz on September 05, 2008, 07:43:36 PM
Just for DRElmore!

Biscuits not cookies in Australia.
Crackers are fireworks.

The term "Candy" is rarely used here. Lollies or Sweets. Toffee is I think what N America would call taffee.

"Crackers" if used in the "Biscuit" sense would be non sweet ones used with Cheese of Paté!

Cotton Candy = Fairy Floss
(Just a reference to the fact that I do read Michael's Punjabi Posts).
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Post by: JoseSPiano on September 05, 2008, 07:46:28 PM
Quote from:  link=board=4;threadid=1863;start=msg498843#msg498843 date=

Quote



Hmm... Did a post get deleted?

;D

If if did not, then my response would have been....

Well... Nevermind.  ;)
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: DearReaderLaura on September 05, 2008, 07:51:13 PM
I am also ready for summer to be over. But I don't want to sound whiny.
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: Cillaliz on September 05, 2008, 07:52:59 PM
Just let these so-called friends that you are far too intelligent to cast your vote strictly down party lines.  Let them know that you prefer to study the candidate.

Thanks TCB.
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: Cillaliz on September 05, 2008, 07:54:34 PM
I am also ready for summer to be over. But I don't want to sound whiny.

It's 55 degrees here right now, the highest temp in the next few days will be 70 degrees.  Want to come visit?
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: George on September 05, 2008, 07:55:35 PM
Well, it's time for me to leave work. ;D I got all my time in and I don't have to work tomorrow...which is unusual for me. ;)
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: George on September 05, 2008, 07:59:51 PM
Until later!
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: Jeanne on September 05, 2008, 08:06:01 PM
It must be very dark at your house, what with that giant red thing floating in the sky over you ;)

 ;D
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: Jeanne on September 05, 2008, 08:06:56 PM
I vote for the person who does not call my telephone and interrupt dinnertime. Also, I vote for the person who does not clutter up the town with campaign signs.

That doesn't leave many candidates, does it? I can see why you don't often vote.
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: Matt H. on September 05, 2008, 08:45:37 PM
I had no problem with the London segments, it was all the crapola going on back in DC that was a problem.

der Brucer

My thoughts exactly. I found the London side of the adventure fun. The D.C. side was irritating throughout as I mentioned the other night. Yes, Dr. Sweets seemed to be hanging around far too much. I'd think he'd have a practice to run.
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: Matt H. on September 05, 2008, 08:52:02 PM
Each to his own priorities.

I'd regret that opportunity missed.
IMHO Work is never is a substitute for life!

Deadlines are deadlines, Tom. It isn't even a difficult decision for me.
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: JoseSPiano on September 05, 2008, 08:53:10 PM
OK...  It's been a long day, and I have an early start tomorrow, so...

Goodnight.
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: Matt H. on September 05, 2008, 08:53:50 PM
I began by watching the bonus features on the KILL BILL Volume 2 disc. A "making of" documentary did a very nice job explaining why the feel and tone of the second part is so radically different from the first part.
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: Matt H. on September 05, 2008, 08:55:41 PM
Next, I had a few minutes so I opened THE OFFICE - Season 4 box set and watched the one episode from the season which I had missed due to a tornado warning preempting all programming the night it aired. It was a funny episode, and there were some hilarious deleted scenes with it.
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: Matt H. on September 05, 2008, 08:57:10 PM
I was thinking that CRIMINAL MINDS was the next box set slated to be started, but I was wrong. It was actually CSI: MIAMI which I began tonight.

I was very unenthusiastic about this past season of the show (and am not planning on even watching it this season), so rewatching these episodes isn't going to be the fun experience that NCIS or MEDIUM or LIFE have been for the past two weeks.
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: Matt H. on September 05, 2008, 08:58:41 PM
And I ended my evening with PSYCH. An OK episode which suggests the writers are going to start developing a fictional romance between Shawn and Jules to mirror the real-life romance between Roday and Lawson.
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: Matt H. on September 05, 2008, 08:59:21 PM
I'll look forward to watching MONK tomorrow while I cook and eat lunch. Then, it'll be back to CSI: MIAMI.
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: Matt H. on September 05, 2008, 09:28:21 PM
OK, writing finished and posted, and now I'm heading down to get ready for bed.

Good night!
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: Cillaliz on September 05, 2008, 09:42:04 PM
Just heard there was an earthquake 14 miles east of Oakland, CA>.....Ron P? Are you shaking?
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: bk on September 05, 2008, 09:45:42 PM
BK, were these two title originally released together or are you combining them because they have the same performer/composer?

Good luck!

Same composer and the CD would be too short if I didn't combine the scores and may be too short in any event.
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: Cillaliz on September 05, 2008, 09:46:57 PM
Guess it wasn't too bad
Quote
Earthquake rattles SF Bay area during Giants' game
14 minutes ago

SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — A light earthquake has rattled the San Francisco Bay area and was felt during the Giants' game with the Pittsburgh Pirates on Friday night.

Many felt the temblor — with a preliminary report as a 4.0-magnitude from the U.S. Geological Survey — at the Giants' waterfront ballpark, but there was no interruption of the game. During the 1989 World Series here between the Giants and Oakland Athletics, a 6.9 earthquake interrupted play during Game 3 and postponed the finish.

The quake hit just after 9 p.m. and could be felt throughout the region.

The temblor's epicenter was near Alamo, about 28 miles east of San Francisco.

Contra Costa County Sheriff's spokesman Jimmy Lee says there are no immediate reports of damage or injuries in Alamo or surrounding communities
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: bk on September 05, 2008, 09:50:41 PM
Dinner was lovelier than lovely.  I was very concerned about the caloric content, but it was not so bad at all - we had a little steak with sauteed onions and mushrooms. some red potatoes, baked, with a tiny bit of olive oil on them (excellent!), and some vegetables, plus a little salad with very light dressing.  No bread or rolls.  So, nothing really terrible.  For dessert, she served root beer floats - one scoop of vanilla ice cream in A&W root beer.  It was quite good and a lot better, calorie-wise, than if she'd made one of her usual pies or cakes.  
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: Cillaliz on September 05, 2008, 09:52:29 PM
Sounds yummy, BK
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: Cillaliz on September 05, 2008, 09:53:00 PM
Well, I have to go to the office in the morning, so I better sign off and get some rest.
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: FJL on September 05, 2008, 10:31:41 PM
Taking the train to D.C. tomorrow afternoon; hoping the weather cooperates.
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: DERBRUCER on September 05, 2008, 10:41:10 PM
Just for DRElmore!

Biscuits not cookies in Australia.
Crackers are fireworks.

The term "Candy" is rarely used here. Lollies or Sweets. Toffee is I think what N America would call taffee.

"Crackers" if used in the "Biscuit" sense would be non sweet ones used with Cheese of Paté!

Cotton Candy = Fairy Floss
(Just a reference to the fact that I do read Michael's Punjabi Posts).

And don't forget this problem called Australian Rules Football - bouncing the ball on the ground - really!

der Brucer
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: DERBRUCER on September 05, 2008, 10:53:15 PM
Taking the train to D.C. tomorrow afternoon; hoping the weather cooperates.

And when do you sleep?

der Brucer
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: bk on September 05, 2008, 11:08:56 PM
Welcome fifteen GUESTS.  
Title: Re:DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR
Post by: bk on September 05, 2008, 11:53:18 PM
Make that sixteen GUESTS.  Notes are written and will be posted right on time.