~~~excellent new motor car and money vibes~~~for bk!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Good morning! Callie woke me up by sitting by my ear and purring. I tried to ignore her and then petted her for awhile, but finally decided to just get up. So They have eaten and I'm watching tv
Good morning.
And the word of the day is: ACNESTIS!
Good morning! Callie woke me up by sitting by my ear and purring. I tried to ignore her and then petted her for awhile, but finally decided to just get up. So They have eaten and I'm watching tv
Good morning! Callie woke me up by sitting by my ear and purring. I tried to ignore her and then petted her for awhile, but finally decided to just get up. So They have eaten and I'm watching tv
All is right in the world. At least their world.
This is true, Cillaliz. I hope she's ok.
Good morning, all! DR JRand59, that is a beautifully blue tree!
I slept late, and I have little to do but work around the apartment on various and sundry projects, which is good. I may not even leave the building today.
I do recall that I had a dream last night about missing a bus - there was a really crowded subway at some point as well - because it wouldn't accept my token and then I was suddenly riding another bus whose destination was uncertain to me and it was turning off Broad Street onto first Avenue in my hometown, so I was no longer even in Manhattan.
I, too, know Michael Gruber; I met him when I was working on the Papermill Playhouse production of RED HOT AND BLUE with Debbie Gravitte. I met him again on sessons for a couple of John Yap recordings, WONDERFUL TOWN and MOST HAPPY FELLA; he's also on the complete FOLLIES recording using the Papermill cast.
And now I have things to do, like vacuum and tidy up the place.
Good morning, all! DR JRand59, that is a beautifully blue tree!
I slept late, and I have little to do but work around the apartment on various and sundry projects, which is good. I may not even leave the building today.
I do recall that I had a dream last night about missing a bus - there was a really crowded subway at some point as well - because it wouldn't accept my token and then I was suddenly riding another bus whose destination was uncertain to me and it was turning off Broad Street onto first Avenue in my hometown, so I was no longer even in Manhattan.
I, too, know Michael Gruber; I met him when I was working on the Papermill Playhouse production of RED HOT AND BLUE with Debbie Gravitte. I met him again on sessons for a couple of John Yap recordings, WONDERFUL TOWN and MOST HAPPY FELLA; he's also on the complete FOLLIES recording using the Papermill cast.
And now I have things to do, like vacuum and tidy up the place.
That's right, DR Elmore. He IS on the Papermill FOLLIES. That had completely floated out of my brain.
To Mr. Kimmel: I best be sending you excellent car-shopping and money vibes. What kind of car are you lookin' for?
I read that SHERLOCK HOLMES had the largest Christmas opening day gross in history. I had no idea folks were that eager to see it.
I am getting another Infinity - the G37.
I don't know from a Journey - is that a specific model of the G37? All I know is midnight blue and four doors.
~~~excellent new motor car and money vibes~~~for bk!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
This is true, Cillaliz. I hope she's ok.
Cal missing her meds is really why I decided to try to get home.
I was very surprised at the security when I was in Europe. I, of course, set off all the alarms with my artificial body parts. Usually in the U.S. they use the metal detector and a short pat down on me. But on both flights leaving London and the one flight leaving Barcelona; these guys went farther than I have had guys go on our first or second date.
Channel 13 is showing a wonderful new film version of LA BOHEME with Anna Nebtrebko at the moment. It's a really beautiful production.
~~~excellent new motor car and money vibes~~~for bk!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!~~~!!!!!!DITTO!!!!!!~~~
And the word of the day is: ACNESTIS!
From tcb:QuoteI was very surprised at the security when I was in Europe. I, of course, set off all the alarms with my artificial body parts. Usually in the U.S. they use the metal detector and a short pat down on me. But on both flights leaving London and the one flight leaving Barcelona; these guys went farther than I have had guys go on our first or second date.
i see my future & i'm not thrilled. i was told i need to get a card from my doctor to show at security check in. do you have one?
;DFrom tcb:QuoteI was very surprised at the security when I was in Europe. I, of course, set off all the alarms with my artificial body parts. Usually in the U.S. they use the metal detector and a short pat down on me. But on both flights leaving London and the one flight leaving Barcelona; these guys went farther than I have had guys go on our first or second date.
i see my future & i'm not thrilled. i was told i need to get a card from my doctor to show at security check in. do you have one?
I have asked several screeners if I should get a card from my doctor. The general response has been that it doesn't make much of a difference one way or another. You still get turned over to the other screener, who will ask you the same questions and go through the same routine. So, I haven't bothered getting one. The last one in London was so, uhm, meticulous that I suggested we have dinner later.
Hi, Jane. Glad you're able to reduce your meds a bit.
From tcb:QuoteI was very surprised at the security when I was in Europe. I, of course, set off all the alarms with my artificial body parts. Usually in the U.S. they use the metal detector and a short pat down on me. But on both flights leaving London and the one flight leaving Barcelona; these guys went farther than I have had guys go on our first or second date.
i see my future & i'm not thrilled. i was told i need to get a card from my doctor to show at security check in. do you have one?
I have asked several screeners if I should get a card from my doctor. The general response has been that it doesn't make much of a difference one way or another. You still get turned over to the other screener, who will ask you the same questions and go through the same routine. So, I haven't bothered getting one. The last one in London was so, uhm, meticulous that I suggested we have dinner later.
i was also glad you didn't mention you were driving home until after you had safely arrived.
Channel 13 is showing a wonderful new film version of LA BOHEME with Anna Nebtrebko at the moment. It's a really beautiful production.
Someone reviewed this quite some time ago. Of course it was harder to plagiarize this review since MattH hadn't already reviewed it.
When I go back down, I'll watch REVOLUTIONARY ROAD and maybe have time for A STUDY IN TERROR, the Sherlock Holmes film made in 1965 that I've only previously seen once. Can't wait to see it again.
Now, regarding Cillaliz's snow adventures, I am confused. Your neighbors cleared your driveway while you were away, and you cleared your front door today. But how did you get into your house when you first got home?
CONSUMER AUTO INCENTIVE INCLUDED IN FINAL STIMULUS BILL
(H.R. 1) AMERICAN RECOVERY AND REINVESTMENT ACT OF 2009
The President signed the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 on February 17th, 2009. New car buyers are permitted to deduct sales/excise tax from their yearly income tax bill for vehicles purchased before the end of this year.
What Taxes are Deductible? 1
State Motor Vehicle Sales
Local Motor Vehicle Sales
Motor Vehicle Excise Taxes
What Customers Qualify for the Deduction?
Individual customers with modified adjusted gross income of less than $125,000 or joint-filers making less than $250,000 a year in 2009 would qualify for the deduction.
Deductible as an above the line (for itemizers and non-itemizers) deduction on federal tax return.
Effective Date
New vehicle purchases shall apply to purchases on or after the date of enactment.
February 17, 2009 until Dec. 31st, 2009.
What New Vehicles Qualify for the Deduction?
Any New vehicle under 8,500 pounds gross vehicle weight.
New vehicles of any model year when the original use commences with the taxpayer.
Any vehicle sold for under $49,500 qualifies for the full deduction. Consumers may deduct sales taxes on the first $49,500 of any vehicle sold above this price.
THIS IS A GENERALIZED SUMMARY. For more specific information on eligibility, taxes and applicability, new car buyers are encouraged to consult with a qualified tax attorney or professional.
1 For purposes of this section, the term qualified motor vehicle taxes means any state or local sales or excise tax imposed on the purchase of a qualified motor vehicle.- (Text of H.R. 1)
DR Jane asked for some close-ups. After I realized that she meant close-ups of under my tree and not of me, I snapped a few...
Now, regarding Cillaliz's snow adventures, I am confused. Your neighbors cleared your driveway while you were away, and you cleared your front door today. But how did you get into your house when you first got home?
Through the garage :)
Channel 13 is showing a wonderful new film version of LA BOHEME with Anna Nebtrebko at the moment. It's a really beautiful production.
Someone reviewed this quite some time ago. Of course it was harder to plagiarize this review since MattH hadn't already reviewed it.
On December 1, in fact, and it was about as thorough as mine was!
DR Jane asked for some close-ups. After I realized that she meant close-ups of under my tree and not of me, I snapped a few...
love the close-ups :D thanks, they are wonderful.
I keep missing the beginning of this LA BOHEME everytime my local PBS station shows it. I need to have Tivo look for it this week.
I keep missing the beginning of this LA BOHEME everytime my local PBS station shows it. I need to have Tivo look for it this week.
I do keep running into THE NUTCRACKER that PBS has been running incessantly. But after THE HARD NUT, it hardly compares...
This is true, Cillaliz. I hope she's ok.
Cal missing her meds is really why I decided to try to get home.
Of course. VIBES SHE CONTINUES TO BE FINE!
i was also glad you didn't mention you were driving home until after you had safely arrived.
Channel 13 is showing a wonderful new film version of LA BOHEME with Anna Nebtrebko at the moment. It's a really beautiful production.
:) ;) 8) :-[ :-*
DR TCB, i also wonder if it would help to get the card. One would think it should. But wouldn't the screeners know?
I think i would get one.
DR TCB, i also wonder if it would help to get the card. One would think it should. But wouldn't the screeners know?
I think i would get one.
Since the screener told me that it wouldn't speed up or change the process by having a card; it seemed a bit pointless.
Then I watched 8 1/2 on Blu-ray. The image is pretty astonishing with only one black scratch and one small transition where things went a little weird image-wise. I hadn't watched my DVD in quite some time, but this will definitely take its place.
Did you give us a food report yesterday, Ron Pulliam?
DR TCB, i also wonder if it would help to get the card. One would think it should. But wouldn't the screeners know?
I think i would get one.
Since the screener told me that it wouldn't speed up or change the process by having a card; it seemed a bit pointless.
Maybe I missed this, but what is this card you guys are talking about?
I watched 2001: A SPACE ODYSSEY on Blu Ray last night - and has been mentioned and reported here - it is a most wonderful Blu Ray disk. I am glad I purchased it, even though I have it on regular DVD. Much better picture and some great extras.
Amazon is still selling the Blu Ray for $9.49! Who knows how long that price will last! It is quite the bargain.
And now I am off to work.
DR Jane - My mom has a "card" because of her heart valve, and it actually helps her get through the security screening faster. She presents it right at the initial ID check, and they pull her aside right there - usually bypassing the "regular" lines. -Get the card.
I found the fastest way to get through airport security was to be pushing a white-haired 88-year-old woman (my mother) in a wheelchair and being followed by white-haired 64-year-old woman (my sister) who was limping along in a knee brace. We got great treatment.
I've been nosing around on the Internet and Craig's List for Infiniti and found a small dealer literally five minutes from here - in fact, I've jogged by it many times over the last couple of years. They have a 2009 black four-door with 741 miles at a very nice price - full warranty, etc. I'm sure they'll come down off that price, too, maybe by 1K or 1500K. If they did, I'd have to consider that strongly. In fact, I may stop there before going to the Glendale dealer tomorrow at eleven, to see what their best price is, because it wouldn't hurt to have that info with me for Glendale.
I've been nosing around on the Internet and Craig's List for Infiniti and found a small dealer literally five minutes from here - in fact, I've jogged by it many times over the last couple of years. They have a 2009 black four-door with 741 miles at a very nice price - full warranty, etc. I'm sure they'll come down off that price, too, maybe by 1K or 1500K. If they did, I'd have to consider that strongly. In fact, I may stop there before going to the Glendale dealer tomorrow at eleven, to see what their best price is, because it wouldn't hurt to have that info with me for Glendale.
I've been nosing around on the Internet and Craig's List for Infiniti and found a small dealer literally five minutes from here - in fact, I've jogged by it many times over the last couple of years. They have a 2009 black four-door with 741 miles at a very nice price - full warranty, etc. I'm sure they'll come down off that price, too, maybe by 1K or 1500K. If they did, I'd have to consider that strongly. In fact, I may stop there before going to the Glendale dealer tomorrow at eleven, to see what their best price is, because it wouldn't hurt to have that info with me for Glendale.
Wow..how did I quote bk 3 times? His message must have been very important!
DR Jane - My mom has a "card" because of her heart valve, and it actually helps her get through the security screening faster. She presents it right at the initial ID check, and they pull her aside right there - usually bypassing the "regular" lines. -Get the card.
does your father get to go with her? i didn't realize a heart valve would be an issue.
DR Jane - My mom has a "card" because of her heart valve, and it actually helps her get through the security screening faster. She presents it right at the initial ID check, and they pull her aside right there - usually bypassing the "regular" lines. -Get the card.
does your father get to go with her? i didn't realize a heart valve would be an issue.
It's a metal - titanium, I think - heart valve. My father still had/has to go through the regular line.
DR Jane - My mom has a "card" because of her heart valve, and it actually helps her get through the security screening faster. She presents it right at the initial ID check, and they pull her aside right there - usually bypassing the "regular" lines. -Get the card.
does your father get to go with her? i didn't realize a heart valve would be an issue.
It's a metal - titanium, I think - heart valve. My father still had/has to go through the regular line.
darn, i was hoping we could both speed through.
Channel 13 is showing a wonderful new film version of LA BOHEME with Anna Nebtrebko at the moment. It's a really beautiful production.
When I go back down, I'll watch REVOLUTIONARY ROAD and maybe have time for A STUDY IN TERROR, the Sherlock Holmes film made in 1965 that I've only previously seen once. Can't wait to see it again.
I love Robert Morley as Mycroft Holmes in A STUDY IN TERROR!
When I bought my Honda many years ago I brought a friend with me to help with negotiations. Said friend is quite a hard bargainer. However, he just sat there, reading a magazine--he gets VERY engrossed--while I did all the negotiating! Pooh! But it taught me to do the negotiating myself. As it happened, my first choice was for the grey model, but they didn't have any on the lot. They did have navy blue, however, which was my second choice. They really, really wanted to sell it. I kept saying, "But I really like the grey one." I was persistent and saved IIRC $1500 by buying the blue one. The two cars were identical otherwise.
Then I watched 8 1/2 on Blu-ray. The image is pretty astonishing with only one black scratch and one small transition where things went a little weird image-wise. I hadn't watched my DVD in quite some time, but this will definitely take its place.
DR Matt H -- you're post inspired me to dig out my DVD of 8 1/2 and watch it again, this time with the commentary turned on. Most interesting. It adds so much to the appreciation of the film -- really assists in understanding the images, symbolism, and foreshadowing in a way I've never really seen or understood before. So thank you!
Where did you find the new rules, Jose? I looked on the TSA site and didn't see anything new.
I hope they don't make rules that say we can't take our laptops onboard. I do not want to check my laptop.
I hope they don't make rules that say we can't take our laptops onboard. I do not want to check my laptop.
You can bring your laptop on board. You just can't use it.
Just set the DVR to record a ton of amazing hi-def movies beginning on January 1 - several Billy Wilders, West Side Story, the Judy Garland A Star Is Born, Night Of The Hunter, Moby Dick and quite a few others - a wonderful movie start to the New Year.
I <heart> Christmasvillagetown!
DTM - thanks for sharing those great close-up photos of your Christmas Village and Nativity scenes. How wonderful that you have this tradition dating back so many years. I assume your parents had started the collection and you grew up with it being a part of your annual Christmas tradition?
DR Dan (the Man) - :)
How long does Christmasvillagetown stay up? Do the Three Wise Men eventually join the tableau?
Oh yes, Kiss My Ass!
This is true, Cillaliz. I hope she's ok.
Cal missing her meds is really why I decided to try to get home.
Of course. VIBES SHE CONTINUES TO BE FINE!
i was also glad you didn't mention you were driving home until after you had safely arrived.
So was I! We would have been very nervous for you had we known in advance. But I'm glad you were able to get home to take care of Callie.
And as for those new flying restrictions...
Most of them apply to flights coming into the US. However, there have apparently been some "random" new rules set up for domestic routes. Anyhoo...
Some of the new rules - implemented and suggested - really do seem, well... stupid. "Nothing on your lap for the last 30 minutes of the flight." Really?!?!?
I heard one carry on and it has to be kept in the overhead
I had no idea it had been released legally. I'll have to go buy that album.
Jose, sorry to inform you that you are completely incorrect - the synth version of Smile done for Samuel French, which features the majority of the B'way cast, is NOT what's on the Howard Sings Ashman CD - that's a demo recording with Hamlisch and Ashman singing all the numbers with a piano.