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Title: I'D WALK A MILE FOR A CAMEL
Post by: bk on July 20, 2012, 01:27:11 AM
Well, you've read the notes, the notes walked a mile for a camel, and now it is time for you to post until the cows come home - they're currently walking a mile for a camel.
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Post by: bk on July 20, 2012, 01:28:25 AM
And the word of the day is: QUALIA!
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Post by: Ben on July 20, 2012, 02:22:37 AM
Morning all.

That is all.
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Post by: Danise on July 20, 2012, 03:31:10 AM
Morning all!

Today the AC people are coming to fix it so I won't have to drain it every 2 weeks.  Hoo and Ray!  That also means I get to leave work at twelve thirty!  Double Hoo and Ray!

Vibes to Cilla to get the check so she can get her new car!

Vibes to DR Elmore for his move.

SUPER PAIN FREE VIBES for DR TCB. 

DR Vixmom you need to stop working so hard!!!

Vibes to each and everyone of you Dear People and our lurkers.  I guess we shall have to start to refer to them as DL --Dear Lurkers.

Have a wonder filled Friday all!

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Post by: elmore3003 on July 20, 2012, 04:24:36 AM
Good morning, all! I have been up for some time, dealing with emails, banking and laundry. I wanted to use this free morning to do the week's laundry, and this weekend I may have another round depending how dirty this move out goes today.

When the laundry is finished, around 9AM, I will get myself ready for the day, stop at the post office on my way downtown and post a few corrected scores to Dublin. I meet Skip Kennon around 2 at Toyland, and I hope that he and I can move a few items of furniture about to empty one of the rooms.

I expect the movers any time between 4:30 and 5:00, and I hope this evacuation is painless and easy.

Keep them vibes coming!
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Post by: elmore3003 on July 20, 2012, 04:34:21 AM
I'm still awaiting word on when the move in occurs. Part of my weekend will be spent packing and sealing cartons here that I want the movers to cart down to the office for me: reference books and music that I can use there. We've got another week to accomplish that, but I want to be ready for the movers ASAP.

Well, Skip just sent me an email that he is in bad health, so there will be no moving furniture today. I will ponder my next plan of attack.

TOD:
DVD:  Brit series MONDAY MONDAY, THE MENTALiST (Seasons 1 &2)
CD:  EILEEN, BBC MY FAIR LADY broadcast
VCR: Oy!
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Post by: elmore3003 on July 20, 2012, 04:36:00 AM
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~  Good Happy & Healthy Weekend Vibes To All the DRs! ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
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Post by: Jrand73 on July 20, 2012, 04:44:22 AM
Continued moving and carting vibes for DR ELMORE.

Happy Birthday to MISS KAREN.
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Post by: Jrand73 on July 20, 2012, 04:44:40 AM
Loved Miss Laura's pictures from Oklahoma!/Arizona
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Post by: Jrand73 on July 20, 2012, 04:45:29 AM
Last night's audience was the most responsive we have had during the run.  And of course that inspired the cast to be even better.

Hopefully we will have an equally responsive crowd tonight.

It is Friday, but I only have to work a half day.  Hurray!!!
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Post by: Jrand73 on July 20, 2012, 04:45:57 AM
Oh well.
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Post by: Jrand73 on July 20, 2012, 04:49:12 AM
TOD:

CD - One Man, Two Gov'ners

DVD - Expresso Bongo

And of course.....since MR BK was talking about LAWRENCE....LAWRENCE OF ARABIA....in the notes.....one of the young thieves to whom L of A takes a liking Farraj,  was played by Michel Ray, who starred in the equally prestigious SPACE CHILDREN.
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Post by: John G. on July 20, 2012, 04:50:23 AM
Good morning, all.

Happy, happy, Miss Karen.

Vibes for TCB, Cillaliz and those in need.

And happy weekend vibes for all.
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Post by: John G. on July 20, 2012, 04:51:55 AM
TOD:

DVD: Attack of the Puppet People, Game of Thrones

CD: Victor Herbert

Car CD: Show Boat revival, Christiane Noll, Liz Callaway

Title: Re: I'D WALK A MILE FOR A CAMEL
Post by: ChasSmith on July 20, 2012, 04:52:07 AM
Good morning, all.
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Post by: Jrand73 on July 20, 2012, 04:52:48 AM
Of course today, Michel, through his banking career and his marriage to Catherine, the heir to the Heineken brewing fortune, is worth about 4.2 billion dollars.
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Post by: Jrand73 on July 20, 2012, 04:53:05 AM
the new car of DR CILLA LIZ sounds fantastic!!!
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Post by: John G. on July 20, 2012, 04:54:33 AM
DR Laura, I, for one, will never tire of beautiful photos, be they of butterflies, birds or this world.
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Post by: John G. on July 20, 2012, 04:57:08 AM
What a horrible story coming out of Aurora, Colo., this morning about the shooting at the show of the new Batman movie.
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Post by: ChasSmith on July 20, 2012, 04:57:41 AM
Jealous (or is it envious?) of seeing Lawrence at the Samuel.  Not to mention Arabia at the Goldwyn.

CD:  Seems to be empty at the moment.

DVD:  WHAT'S THE MATTER WITH HELEN? last night, WHOEVER SLEW AUNTIE ROO? tonight.  Also, some Marx Brothers.
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Post by: ChasSmith on July 20, 2012, 04:58:24 AM
Nice pictures taken near Aunt Eller's farm, DR Laura.
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Post by: ChasSmith on July 20, 2012, 05:00:08 AM
Continued (apparently for the rest of our natural lives) moving and carting VIBES for DR Elmore.
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Post by: ChasSmith on July 20, 2012, 05:05:16 AM
Loving the change in weather.  Yesterday was the first day in I Don't Know How Long that the a/c was off all day, windows were open, and nary a fan was turned on.  Woke in the middle of the night to the most beautiful, perfect sound of a soft but solid steady rain...which continues even now.  Most perfect sound and temperature for sleeping, ever.
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Post by: elmore3003 on July 20, 2012, 05:09:36 AM
Continued (apparently for the rest of our natural lives) moving and carting VIBES for DR Elmore.


Well, God love our DR FJL! He just called me  to volunteer to come to Toyland this afternoon and help me out. He and Skip are two of the best. He also alerted me to the news about the shooting in Denver. WTF?
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Post by: Ben on July 20, 2012, 05:13:17 AM
I'm sure if Anthony was here he would help you also. He's on Long Island this weekend and I'm headed there after work. I have an appointment with the optometrist tomorrow morning and then we are attending a surprise 75th birthday party for Anthony's aunt-in-law. He saw the eye doctor yesterday and he will be getting new glasses. I don't expect to get new glasses, since I got new ones last year.
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Post by: ChasSmith on July 20, 2012, 05:38:44 AM
I'm still a day behind.  Since the world insists on this being Friday, I have no choice but to play along. But I KNOW it's Thursday, dammittohell.
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Post by: Dan (the Man) on July 20, 2012, 05:48:00 AM
*  *  *  *  *  PAIN RELIEF VIBES FOR DR TCB  *  *  *  *  *
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Post by: Dan (the Man) on July 20, 2012, 05:50:06 AM
!  !  !  !  !  HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO MISS KAREN  !  !  !  !  !
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Post by: FJL on July 20, 2012, 05:56:42 AM
Happy birthday, Karen!
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Post by: elmore3003 on July 20, 2012, 06:01:58 AM
Happy birthday, Karen!

Ditto!

I sent her an ecard.
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Post by: Dan (the Man) on July 20, 2012, 06:03:06 AM
Rainy, rainy morning here in Conshocken.

I think it's nice that Dunkin Donuts is hiring hearing-challenged individuals.  True, my clearly stated order for a large black coffee and two chocolate cake donuts resulted in a coffee with cream and sugar and two chocolate frosted donuts, but that is besides the point, correct?
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Post by: Dan (the Man) on July 20, 2012, 06:06:57 AM
Page Two Camel Dance:

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v130/WandaDuck/CamelDance.jpg)
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Post by: Dan (the Man) on July 20, 2012, 06:08:41 AM
...or if you prefer...

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v130/WandaDuck/hamill2.jpg)
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Post by: Dan (the Man) on July 20, 2012, 06:10:48 AM
Very disappointed that Krysten Ritter did not receive an Emmy nom for DON'T TRUST THE BITCH IN APT 23.  I thought she was hilarious in the funniest comedy on TV all year.
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Post by: Druxy on July 20, 2012, 06:15:58 AM
Happy Birthday, Karen!
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Post by: Druxy on July 20, 2012, 06:18:55 AM
For any of you folks who listen to Gregg Hunter's net radio show on Sunday night's, I will be a guest this Sunday (22) at about 9 pm West Coast Time (11 pm MY time).  So, if you're up, please listen.
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Post by: Druxy on July 20, 2012, 06:19:36 AM
TOD:

MAYTIME
NAUGHTY MARIETTA
SMILIN' THROUGH
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Post by: Kerry on July 20, 2012, 06:41:12 AM
Well, Howdy y'all!
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Post by: elmore3003 on July 20, 2012, 06:45:26 AM
This bit of information from the shooting in Colorado bothers me: what fool takes a 3-month old baby to a midnight movie?
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Post by: John G. on July 20, 2012, 07:07:20 AM
TOD:

MAYTIME
NAUGHTY MARIETTA
SMILIN' THROUGH

I should drive up to your house. Been jonesing for some Jeanette MacDonald since I heard some of these movies were finally available on DVD. Too bad I have to watch a reality show being filmed here all weekend.
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Post by: John G. on July 20, 2012, 07:08:48 AM
This bit of information from the shooting in Colorado bothers me: what fool takes a 3-month old baby to a midnight movie?
I had the same thought. Yet an ignorant mother who needs some air conditioning or just a change of scenery  might. I had a friend who did likewise, but that was 30 years ago, when 20-year-olds had all the answers. Apparently they still do.
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Post by: elmore3003 on July 20, 2012, 07:18:24 AM
This bit of information from the shooting in Colorado bothers me: what fool takes a 3-month old baby to a midnight movie?
I had the same thought. Yet an ignorant mother who needs some air conditioning or just a change of scenery  might. I had a friend who did likewise, but that was 30 years ago, when 20-year-olds had all the answers. Apparently they still do.

There were apparently a  lot of kids there, but why would any theatre management allow a 3-month old baby into a movie theatre? I doubt it qulifies as a Child so they're most likely not making money on a seat, they know if the kid starts crying it will disturb everyone else, so WTF?
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Post by: Miss Karen on July 20, 2012, 07:34:33 AM
Yes, I know, most E and T. Hey, blame it on the very thing that brought me to this here site -- no, not DR ELmo, but theatre. Long story and I'll be back to explain when I have more time -- but the theatre beckons again this morning. The little kids' closing program for their workshop at noon, so need to go set out the set stuff that Cason created for them, and I need to finish the chrome paint on the car for the teen's summer stock of Grease. A thespian's work is never done...
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Post by: Miss Karen on July 20, 2012, 07:37:05 AM
Thanks for remembering my BD, even if you don't remember who the heck I am after being so E and T.
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Post by: Miss Karen on July 20, 2012, 07:40:51 AM
I will be back and will see if I can figure out how to post a photo or two from Cabaret -- that just closed 2 weeks ago and then you can have some visuals that can explain part of my E and T behavior.
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Post by: MBarnum on July 20, 2012, 07:41:59 AM
A very happy birthday to you DR Miss Karen, it is always great to see you here if even  for just a moment!


I hope you aren't afraid of clowns!


(http://img.auctiva.com/imgdata/1/5/2/1/7/3/6/webimg/589744986_o.jpg)


(http://img.auctiva.com/imgdata/1/5/2/1/7/3/6/webimg/589745004_o.jpg)
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Post by: Miss Karen on July 20, 2012, 07:43:15 AM
Well, gotta scram but thought I'd pop in and leave a mini-posting frenzy for DR Ronnie P since he loves them so -- although it's been so long he probably doesn't remember my MO and how he loves my multi-posts and me so much....
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Post by: Miss Karen on July 20, 2012, 07:48:57 AM
EEEEEEEEkkkkkkkkkkk!! (that's a loud, terrified scream since I have an accute case of coulrophobia -- now I'm traumatized on my BD, well, for life). Guess I'll have to go spend my BD money with my therapist...thanks a lot, Mikey!

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Post by: Miss Karen on July 20, 2012, 07:51:25 AM
Just kiddin'! Clowns are only mildly creepy -- I'm in therapy because of mimes, so as long as you don't post any BD cards with mimes, I'm okay...

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Post by: Miss Karen on July 20, 2012, 07:55:48 AM
Now, I'm serious, I've got to hit the road. I've got a pirate ship to put together...albeit very stylized, so not too complicated...I hope...May your July 20 be as special as mine!
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Post by: ArnoldMBrockman on July 20, 2012, 08:12:33 AM
And the word of the day is: QUALIA!

And The Song Of The Day Is:  A QUIET THING
Title: Re: I'D WALK A MILE FOR A CAMEL
Post by: Druxy on July 20, 2012, 08:23:00 AM
This bit of information from the shooting in Colorado bothers me: what fool takes a 3-month old baby to a midnight movie?

I was thinking exactly the same thing.
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Post by: bk on July 20, 2012, 08:34:24 AM
I'm up, I'm up.  Five hours of sleep - not enough.
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Post by: ChasSmith on July 20, 2012, 08:38:14 AM
Back from dropping Mikey the cat off at the vet for his annual checkup and a little dental work.
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Post by: FJL on July 20, 2012, 08:59:00 AM
I'm up, I'm up.  Five hours of sleep - not enough.

Definitely not enough.   Take a nap, before you get cranky.
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Post by: Matthew on July 20, 2012, 08:59:41 AM
Up this morning to find a mini Miss Karen frenzy!!   That's what I'm talking about!
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Post by: Matthew on July 20, 2012, 08:59:51 AM
Raspberries! 
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Post by: Matthew on July 20, 2012, 09:04:07 AM
Opening night went well.  Few "fixes" to do during vocal warm ups today.  Our Amneris is quite the air head.  Even with a black Egyptian wig, she is still blonde and feels like the show revolves around her.   Has trouble being aware of things around her, etc. Other than that, it was a great show.   
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Post by: Matthew on July 20, 2012, 09:06:13 AM
Today, I'm off to get the DP's cousin who is coming in for a few days from Lancaster, PA.  We are very excited.  She, of course, is in on the surprise party on Sunday.  Should be a great weekend.  Probably one without much sleep!!!   

TOD:

Les Miserables 25th Anniversary recording
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Post by: elmore3003 on July 20, 2012, 09:07:22 AM
Opening night went well.  Few "fixes" to do during vocal warm ups today.  Our Amneris is quite the air head.  Even with a black Egyptian wig, she is still blonde and feels like the show revolves around her.   Has trouble being aware of things around her, etc. Other than that, it was a great show.  

I do hope that as part of the educational process you are educating the cast on how much superior is Verdi's score to the opera that this musical kicks in the ass.
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Post by: John G. on July 20, 2012, 09:20:07 AM
Opening night went well.  Few "fixes" to do during vocal warm ups today.  Our Amneris is quite the air head.  Even with a black Egyptian wig, she is still blonde and feels like the show revolves around her.   Has trouble being aware of things around her, etc. Other than that, it was a great show.   
In other words, typecasting?

Congrats on a great opening night.
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Post by: John G. on July 20, 2012, 09:20:18 AM
Page Three!
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Post by: John G. on July 20, 2012, 09:38:16 AM
I feel as if I've just been punched in the stomach. Just learned that one of the interns for the board that I serve on was one of the victims at the movie theater shooting last night.
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Post by: MBarnum on July 20, 2012, 09:46:36 AM
How awful, DR JohnG!
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Post by: elmore3003 on July 20, 2012, 09:50:15 AM
I feel as if I've just been punched in the stomach. Just learned that one of the interns for the board that I serve on was one of the victims at the movie theater shooting last night.

That's terrible news! I am so sorry to hear this.
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Post by: Matthew on July 20, 2012, 09:53:30 AM
Opening night went well.  Few "fixes" to do during vocal warm ups today.  Our Amneris is quite the air head.  Even with a black Egyptian wig, she is still blonde and feels like the show revolves around her.   Has trouble being aware of things around her, etc. Other than that, it was a great show.  

I do hope that as part of the educational process you are educating the cast on how much superior is Verdi's score to the opera that this musical kicks in the ass.


LOL - I wish there was time, Larry.  Although, they do know the opera does exist as there was a posting on our Facebook page from one of the kids of the Triumphant March from the opera.   Many were confused, but the young lady playing Aida set them straight.  How I wish there were time.

On that subject, I do plan to do a compare and contrast in the classroom at some point!
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Post by: Matthew on July 20, 2012, 09:54:30 AM
I feel as if I've just been punched in the stomach. Just learned that one of the interns for the board that I serve on was one of the victims at the movie theater shooting last night.

Oh wow, that's just the worst horrible ever.   Sorry for your loss.
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Post by: Ben on July 20, 2012, 09:56:14 AM
So sorry to hear that John.
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Post by: bk on July 20, 2012, 10:10:30 AM
Everybody read the new Filichia on Friday?
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Post by: Matthew on July 20, 2012, 10:19:41 AM
Don't judge me by this question.... but is there an English language recording of Verdi's Aida out there? 

Elmore?
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Post by: elmore3003 on July 20, 2012, 10:46:08 AM
Don't judge me by this question.... but is there an English language recording of Verdi's Aida out there? 

Elmore?

Yes, indeed, there is, DR Matthew, as part of the Opera In English series from the British label Chandos, with Dennis O'Neill and Jane Eaglen. It's available through Amazon. I'm not judging you at all. I think it's a great idea to interest your students.

Have you ever seen the old 1954 stop motion of the opera HANSEL & GRETEL, with Anna Russell as the voice of the Witch? It's also quite wonderful, but a little silly. It has its scary moments.
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Post by: John G. on July 20, 2012, 10:55:00 AM
Don't judge me by this question.... but is there an English language recording of Verdi's Aida out there? 

Elmore?
There should be. I don't know that it's been recorded, but I think the first time i saw it was in English.
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Post by: John G. on July 20, 2012, 10:56:19 AM
Thanks for the notes, all. Jessica Ghawi had moved to Denver about a year ago after living here. Odd thing, according to the news reports, is that she had survived a shooting only a few weeks ago.
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Post by: John G. on July 20, 2012, 11:06:21 AM
Yes, BK,  Filichia on Friday was great today. I really want to see "Dogfight."
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Post by: Matthew on July 20, 2012, 11:08:04 AM
Don't judge me by this question.... but is there an English language recording of Verdi's Aida out there? 

Elmore?

Yes, indeed, there is, DR Matthew, as part of the Opera In English series from the British label Chandos, with Dennis O'Neill and Jane Eaglen. It's available through Amazon. I'm not judging you at all. I think it's a great idea to interest your students.

Have you ever seen the old 1954 stop motion of the opera HANSEL & GRETEL, with Anna Russell as the voice of the Witch? It's also quite wonderful, but a little silly. It has its scary moments.

Thanks!!!  It's on iTunes.  Now in my library.
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Post by: TCB on July 20, 2012, 11:09:51 AM
What kind of world are we living in?
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Post by: bk on July 20, 2012, 11:11:02 AM
I see dear reader Laura and her daughter are the latest Facebook obsessives.  Instead of posting here about what she might like for lunch, where people would actually find that interesting or amusing, now it's Facebook.  Note to Laura: More people are seeing your post here than there.  Fact.
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Post by: Matthew on July 20, 2012, 11:13:36 AM
What kind of world are we living in?

What kind of world do you want?  (Foo-Fighters lyric from the song "World")
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Post by: George on July 20, 2012, 11:23:51 AM
A Very Happy Birthday to DR Miss Karen!! ;D
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Post by: George on July 20, 2012, 11:26:59 AM
Well, Skip just sent me an email that he is in bad health, so there will be no moving furniture today. I will ponder my next plan of attack.

~~~Feel Better Vibes for Skip!!~~~
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Post by: George on July 20, 2012, 11:27:13 AM
This bit of information from the shooting in Colorado bothers me: what fool takes a 3-month old baby to a midnight movie?

That's not a practice unique to Colorado. ::)

:P
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Post by: George on July 20, 2012, 11:27:38 AM
I feel as if I've just been punched in the stomach. Just learned that one of the interns for the board that I serve on was one of the victims at the movie theater shooting last night.

John, I'm so sorry!  That's horrible.
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Post by: George on July 20, 2012, 12:23:52 PM
And for something completely different:  'The Girl from Ipanema' turns 50 (http://xfinity.comcast.net/articles/entertainment/20120720/LT.Brazil.Girl.From.Ipanema/)!

:)
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Post by: George on July 20, 2012, 12:27:41 PM
Sadly, they neglect to mention, "The Boy From... (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zdNkvByFVvI)".

;)
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Post by: TCB on July 20, 2012, 01:28:58 PM
Rainy, rainy morning here in Conshocken.

I think it's nice that Dunkin Donuts is hiring hearing-challenged individuals.  True, my clearly stated order for a large black coffee and two chocolate cake donuts resulted in a coffee with cream and sugar and two chocolate frosted donuts, but that is besides the point, correct?


First thing I had to learn whn I moved to the East  Coast was that a "regular" coffee meant with cream and sugar.
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Post by: TCB on July 20, 2012, 01:30:48 PM
This bit of information from the shooting in Colorado bothers me: what fool takes a 3-month old baby to a midnight movie?

Exactly!  That was my first one of my first questions.
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Post by: TCB on July 20, 2012, 01:34:33 PM
(http://i791.photobucket.com/albums/yy196/Butterflywings55/Birthday%20Greetings/cake.jpg)

DR Miss Karen!
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Post by: TCB on July 20, 2012, 01:37:38 PM
This bit of information from the shooting in Colorado bothers me: what fool takes a 3-month old baby to a midnight movie?
I had the same thought. Yet an ignorant mother who needs some air conditioning or just a change of scenery  might. I had a friend who did likewise, but that was 30 years ago, when 20-year-olds had all the answers. Apparently they still do.

Some movies it might be okay to take a three month old; but this movie is full of explosions and car crashes.  It isn't like the child will sleep thru this movie.
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Post by: TCB on July 20, 2012, 01:40:03 PM
This bit of information from the shooting in Colorado bothers me: what fool takes a 3-month old baby to a midnight movie?
I had the same thought. Yet an ignorant mother who needs some air conditioning or just a change of scenery  might. I had a friend who did likewise, but that was 30 years ago, when 20-year-olds had all the answers. Apparently they still do.

There were apparently a  lot of kids there, but why would any theatre management allow a 3-month old baby into a movie theatre? I doubt it qulifies as a Child so they're most likely not making money on a seat, they know if the kid starts crying it will disturb everyone else, so WTF?

Whatever happened to the "crying rooms" that they had in all the theaters when I was kid?
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Post by: TCB on July 20, 2012, 01:41:39 PM
Yes, I know, most E and T. Hey, blame it on the very thing that brought me to this here site -- no, not DR ELmo, but theatre. Long story and I'll be back to explain when I have more time -- but the theatre beckons again this morning. The little kids' closing program for their workshop at noon, so need to go set out the set stuff that Cason created for them, and I need to finish the chrome paint on the car for the teen's summer stock of Grease. A thespian's work is never done...

Is that because I am a thespian?
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Post by: TCB on July 20, 2012, 01:47:21 PM
Page four!
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Post by: TCB on July 20, 2012, 01:48:37 PM
Just kiddin'! Clowns are only mildly creepy -- I'm in therapy because of mimes, so as long as you don't post any BD cards with mimes, I'm okay...



(http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u271/actr2000/mime.jpg)
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Post by: John G. on July 20, 2012, 01:49:11 PM
Here's a story on Jessica that's on USAToday's website:

http://www.usatoday.com/sports/story/2012-07-20/jessica-redfield-ghawi-sports-journalist/56369600/1
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Post by: Ginny on July 20, 2012, 01:52:00 PM
Friday afternoon greetings!  I've been home about an hour from my 30-hour trip to Lima for the 3rd annual synod of the Anglican Province of America Diocese of Mid-America.  The meetings went well and the ladies of the church did a fantastic job with the hostessing.  Looking forward to not having to be charming for a while...
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Post by: Cillaliz on July 20, 2012, 01:52:20 PM
Good afternoon
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Post by: TCB on July 20, 2012, 01:52:46 PM
I feel as if I've just been punched in the stomach. Just learned that one of the interns for the board that I serve on was one of the victims at the movie theater shooting last night.


I am so sorry, John.
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Post by: Cillaliz on July 20, 2012, 01:52:57 PM
DR John G So sorry to hear about Jessica and all the others in Aurora....Vibes to all their families and friends and speedy recovery to the injured
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Post by: Ginny on July 20, 2012, 01:53:02 PM
Here's a story on Jessica that's on USAToday's website:

http://www.usatoday.com/sports/story/2012-07-20/jessica-redfield-ghawi-sports-journalist/56369600/1

I'm so sorry to hear that this tragedy has struck so close to home, DR John G.  The victims and their loved ones were prayed for during this morning's Synod Eucharist.
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Post by: ChasSmith on July 20, 2012, 01:53:09 PM
Rainy, rainy morning here in Conshocken.

I think it's nice that Dunkin Donuts is hiring hearing-challenged individuals.  True, my clearly stated order for a large black coffee and two chocolate cake donuts resulted in a coffee with cream and sugar and two chocolate frosted donuts, but that is besides the point, correct?


First thing I had to learn whn I moved to the East  Coast was that a "regular" coffee meant with cream and sugar.

That was a shock because, to me, "regular" meant NOT DECAF.  Now I know what they mean by it, but I refuse to use the term, preferring to describe precisely what I want.
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Post by: Cillaliz on July 20, 2012, 01:53:32 PM
BK, I really don't like to see you picking on DR Laura.  She's here all the time. 
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Post by: Cillaliz on July 20, 2012, 01:54:46 PM
Went to my doctor for a follow up today.  She said I'll be sore and tired for about 4-6 weeks, but that I'll be fine.   I tried to work, but only lasted a couple hours and had to come home.   About ready to fall asleep right now.
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Post by: Cillaliz on July 20, 2012, 01:55:40 PM
I hate cream and sugar in my coffee.  I would be very unhappy to get that by mistake
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Post by: Cillaliz on July 20, 2012, 02:00:12 PM
Callie is most pleased that I am home today
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Post by: Ginny on July 20, 2012, 02:09:32 PM
Callie is most pleased that I am home today

As am I - please take care of yourself, DR Cillaliz!
Title: Re: I'D WALK A MILE FOR A CAMEL
Post by: Laura on July 20, 2012, 02:16:12 PM
I have a Costo pizza -- my first Costco purchase.

And Sandra really hardly ever posts on Facebook. Only three posts in July.
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Post by: Laura on July 20, 2012, 02:29:54 PM
There are 98 days of summer left.
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Post by: Laura on July 20, 2012, 02:34:54 PM
And it looks like a storm might be headed my way.
Title: Re: I'D WALK A MILE FOR A CAMEL
Post by: Laura on July 20, 2012, 02:38:02 PM
This pizza is a disappointment.
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Post by: John G. on July 20, 2012, 02:41:20 PM
This pizza is a disappointment.
Thank you. I shall avoid them in the future.
Title: Re: I'D WALK A MILE FOR A CAMEL
Post by: TCB on July 20, 2012, 02:43:23 PM
Rainy, rainy morning here in Conshocken.

I think it's nice that Dunkin Donuts is hiring hearing-challenged individuals.  True, my clearly stated order for a large black coffee and two chocolate cake donuts resulted in a coffee with cream and sugar and two chocolate frosted donuts, but that is besides the point, correct?


First thing I had to learn whn I moved to the East  Coast was that a "regular" coffee meant with cream and sugar.

That was a shock because, to me, "regular" meant NOT DECAF.  Now I know what they mean by it, but I refuse to use the term, preferring to describe precisely what I want.


Much safer that way.
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Post by: Ginny on July 20, 2012, 02:45:11 PM
Happiest of birthdays to DR Miss Karen!
Title: Re: I'D WALK A MILE FOR A CAMEL
Post by: TCB on July 20, 2012, 02:48:33 PM
There are 98 days of summer left.


98 days??
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Post by: TCB on July 20, 2012, 02:52:07 PM
This pizza is a disappointment.

You should have gotten a Costco hot dog.  They are the best.
Title: Re: I'D WALK A MILE FOR A CAMEL
Post by: George on July 20, 2012, 02:53:56 PM
This pizza is a disappointment.
Thank you. I shall avoid them in the future.

I've always liked them...maybe your Costco pizzas just aren't as good as my Costco's pizzas.

;)
Title: Re: I'D WALK A MILE FOR A CAMEL
Post by: Laura on July 20, 2012, 03:02:54 PM
I was looking forward to a veggie pizza -- mushrooms, olives, onions, green pepper. They didn't have it. So I got a margherita pizza.
Title: Re: I'D WALK A MILE FOR A CAMEL
Post by: Laura on July 20, 2012, 03:03:37 PM
My programmable thermostat is set to turn off about a week before Halloween -- when it cools off enough to have it off.
Title: Re: I'D WALK A MILE FOR A CAMEL
Post by: TCB on July 20, 2012, 03:06:31 PM
I hate cream and sugar in my coffee.  I would be very unhappy to get that by mistake


That was my reaction.
Title: Re: I'D WALK A MILE FOR A CAMEL
Post by: TCB on July 20, 2012, 03:07:35 PM
My programmable thermostat is set to turn off about a week before Halloween -- when it cools off enough to have it off.

So, Laura, you only have two seasons a year?
Title: Re: I'D WALK A MILE FOR A CAMEL
Post by: Druxy on July 20, 2012, 03:11:32 PM
I feel as if I've just been punched in the stomach. Just learned that one of the interns for the board that I serve on was one of the victims at the movie theater shooting last night.

So sorry to hear that.
Title: Re: I'D WALK A MILE FOR A CAMEL
Post by: Laura on July 20, 2012, 03:15:53 PM
Yes, TCB. Summer and Not-Summer. It is currently Summer.
Title: Re: I'D WALK A MILE FOR A CAMEL
Post by: Laura on July 20, 2012, 03:16:38 PM
I'm so sorry to hear about your friend, John G. Indeed, ALL of the victims.
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Post by: Druxy on July 20, 2012, 03:18:01 PM
There's a movie coming out this fall, GANGSTER SQUAD, about Mickey Cohen, played by Sean Penn.

I saw the trailer on imdb a couple of months ago, and there is a scene in which a bunch of goons are behind a movie screen and start firing machine guns through the screen into the audience.

I see that that trailer has now been taken down.

I wonder if the scene itself will be cut from the movie.
Title: Re: I'D WALK A MILE FOR A CAMEL
Post by: bk on July 20, 2012, 03:33:07 PM
I've never partaken of Costco food in the store.  They do have good chicken salad that you can take home.
Title: Re: I'D WALK A MILE FOR A CAMEL
Post by: bk on July 20, 2012, 03:34:14 PM
Back from various and sundried errands and whatnot, eating a bacon cheeseburger and fries, picking up no packages and an important envelope, doing more banking, paying more bills and I think I'm done until I start writing the contextual commentary, which I like to do in the evening.
Title: Re: I'D WALK A MILE FOR A CAMEL
Post by: bk on July 20, 2012, 03:34:48 PM
The Mac Mail program was going berserk today, so Apple Care had me do some weird restart to the computer and that seems to have fixed the damn thing.
Title: Re: I'D WALK A MILE FOR A CAMEL
Post by: TCB on July 20, 2012, 04:05:56 PM
Our local news just had a woman on for an interview that was a survivor of Columbine, but now lives in Seattle.  She said something that is so true.  She said that we have always gone to movie theaters because were so safe.  I added the word "movie" because I guess lincoln wasn't to safe in a theater.

Icalled my friend Sharry and said that hearing the  news about Colorado must have brought back memories of her time performing in OUR AMERICAN COUSIN.
Title: Re: I'D WALK A MILE FOR A CAMEL
Post by: Laura on July 20, 2012, 04:06:03 PM
Outside my front window just moments ago:

http://andthisiswhatisawtoday.blogspot.com/
Title: Re: I'D WALK A MILE FOR A CAMEL
Post by: TCB on July 20, 2012, 04:14:13 PM
Outside my front window just moments ago:

http://andthisiswhatisawtoday.blogspot.com/


How cool!
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Post by: Jeanne on July 20, 2012, 04:19:06 PM
Hello, everyone.
Title: Re: I'D WALK A MILE FOR A CAMEL
Post by: Jeanne on July 20, 2012, 04:20:01 PM
My condolences to DR JOHN G on the loss of his friend.

Also to DR ELMORE's friend.
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Post by: Jeanne on July 20, 2012, 04:20:39 PM
HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO MISS KAREN.
Title: Re: I'D WALK A MILE FOR A CAMEL
Post by: Jeanne on July 20, 2012, 04:21:46 PM
Media check:

DVD: DOC MARTIN Season 5
         DOWN THREE DARK STREETS
Title: Re: I'D WALK A MILE FOR A CAMEL
Post by: Jeanne on July 20, 2012, 04:25:38 PM
Yesterday was the first hot day in my 'hood. My apartment stays comfortable until we reach 80 degrees outside, then it get insufferable. Thankfully, it has a small window AC unit. Noisy, but it does cool things down.
Title: Re: I'D WALK A MILE FOR A CAMEL
Post by: George on July 20, 2012, 04:25:49 PM
Outside my front window just moments ago:

http://andthisiswhatisawtoday.blogspot.com/


How cool!

It is!
Title: Re: I'D WALK A MILE FOR A CAMEL
Post by: George on July 20, 2012, 04:26:22 PM
I was looking forward to a veggie pizza -- mushrooms, olives, onions, green pepper. They didn't have it. So I got a margherita pizza.

Yeah...that's the drawback.  You only have three choices for Costco pizza.
Title: Re: I'D WALK A MILE FOR A CAMEL
Post by: Jane on July 20, 2012, 04:31:03 PM
From DR Cilla:
Quote
My arm is really sore and red where I got my tetanus shot

I've been pestering Craig to get his booster tetanus for 3 months now.  I might have to go with him to get it before he moves.
Title: Re: I'D WALK A MILE FOR A CAMEL
Post by: Jeanne on July 20, 2012, 04:32:41 PM
Today I was crossing the street in Santa Monica, which is usually fairly pedestrian-friendly, when I heard someone yelling. I turned to look and saw a young man in a pick-up truck yelling at me, "Lady, get across the street already!" I wasn't walking particularly slowly. But his actions were rather counter-productive, as my turning to look slowed my pace, as I mumbled, "You idiot!" The irony is that I had waited to let several cars pass before stepping into the street. Had I known that The Idiot was turning, I probably would have waited, but as he didn't use his turn signal, I thought he was going straight. If such a small thing as a "slow" pedestrian upsets him, he must be upset most of the time! I see much worse "infractions" daily!
Title: Re: I'D WALK A MILE FOR A CAMEL
Post by: Jane on July 20, 2012, 04:33:05 PM
DR Laura I never tire of your photos, I do however forget to check your link.  Thank you for sharing it again.  My favorite photo is of the bird.  I should know but can't be sure.  What is it?
Title: Re: I'D WALK A MILE FOR A CAMEL
Post by: Laura on July 20, 2012, 04:36:07 PM
Which date? Yesterday? The red one?
Title: Re: I'D WALK A MILE FOR A CAMEL
Post by: Jeanne on July 20, 2012, 04:36:42 PM
Went to my doctor for a follow up today.  She said I'll be sore and tired for about 4-6 weeks, but that I'll be fine.   I tried to work, but only lasted a couple hours and had to come home.   About ready to fall asleep right now.

Glad to hear you got checked out and received good news. Vibes for speedy healing.
Title: Re: I'D WALK A MILE FOR A CAMEL
Post by: Jeanne on July 20, 2012, 04:41:20 PM
George, do you know if Costco takes requests for new food selections? They clearly buy in very large volume, which gives them clout with their suppliers, and they seem quite customer-oriented.
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Post by: Michael on July 20, 2012, 04:41:40 PM
Good evening to all
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Post by: Michael on July 20, 2012, 04:42:00 PM
I had Costco pizza for lunch
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Post by: Michael on July 20, 2012, 04:46:31 PM
I have been watching video of the 2nd preview of the original Broadway production of Merrily We Roll Along. I saw the the 4the preview. I then compared it with video of the show after it officially opened. Interesting to see the changes. Although it has been about 30 years since I saw it, there are still moments that I remember that weren't in the 2nd preview or in the version that opened.
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Post by: Laura on July 20, 2012, 04:46:46 PM
I hope it was better than mine, Mike.
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Post by: George on July 20, 2012, 04:47:52 PM
George, do you know if Costco takes requests for new food selections? They clearly buy in very large volume, which gives them clout with their suppliers, and they seem quite customer-oriented.

I don't know if they take requests.  You could check out their website www.costco.com and look around.  You might have to go to their customer service desk and ask there.  I've never heard of anyone submitting requests.
Title: Re: I'D WALK A MILE FOR A CAMEL
Post by: Jeanne on July 20, 2012, 04:48:12 PM
There's an article today on THE NEW YORK TIMES website about the noise level in many restaurants, bars, and gyms (!) being "potentially dangerous." I never thought about the implications to one's health, only that  if I must shout to talk to my companion, it is just too loud!
Title: Re: I'D WALK A MILE FOR A CAMEL
Post by: Jeanne on July 20, 2012, 04:52:18 PM
George, do you know if Costco takes requests for new food selections? They clearly buy in very large volume, which gives them clout with their suppliers, and they seem quite customer-oriented.

I don't know if they take requests.  You could check out their website www.costco.com and look around.  You might have to go to their customer service desk and ask there.  I've never heard of anyone submitting requests.

I don't have a Costco membership--I just don't buy enough to make it worthwhile--but I do occasionally go there with friends. Virtually all my friends are members. I was just curious.
Title: Re: I'D WALK A MILE FOR A CAMEL
Post by: TCB on July 20, 2012, 04:53:21 PM
Who was it that recently purchased EVERYTHING WAS POSSIBLE?  I hope you got a good price on your copy.  Playbillstore.com has the medium softcover copy on sale for $13.95.
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Post by: KevinH on July 20, 2012, 04:55:27 PM
Happy Birthday to Miss Karen!
Title: Re: I'D WALK A MILE FOR A CAMEL
Post by: KevinH on July 20, 2012, 04:58:22 PM
I feel as if I've just been punched in the stomach. Just learned that one of the interns for the board that I serve on was one of the victims at the movie theater shooting last night.






So sorry to hear this, DR John G.
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Post by: Jane on July 20, 2012, 04:58:31 PM

Vibes to Cilla to get the check so she can get her new car!

Vibes to DR Elmore for his move.

SUPER PAIN FREE VIBES for DR TCB. 

DR Vixmom you need to stop working so hard!!!

Vibes to each and everyone of you Dear People and our lurkers.  I guess we shall have to start to refer to them as DL --Dear Lurkers.


Ditto on everything you said.  I like DL.
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Post by: KevinH on July 20, 2012, 05:00:38 PM
We have a flash flood warning--up to 2 inches of rain expected.
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Post by: Jane on July 20, 2012, 05:00:47 PM
Continued (apparently for the rest of our natural lives) moving and carting VIBES for DR Elmore.


Well, God love our DR FJL! He just called me  to volunteer to come to Toyland this afternoon and help me out. He and Skip are two of the best.

:)

I hope Skip is already feeling better.

LOL DR ChasSmith.
Title: Re: I'D WALK A MILE FOR A CAMEL
Post by: TCB on July 20, 2012, 05:01:21 PM

Vibes to Cilla to get the check so she can get her new car!

Vibes to DR Elmore for his move.

SUPER PAIN FREE VIBES for DR TCB. 

DR Vixmom you need to stop working so hard!!!

Vibes to each and everyone of you Dear People and our lurkers.  I guess we shall have to start to refer to them as DL --Dear Lurkers.


Ditto on everything you said.  I like DL.

Or Damn Lurkers.
Title: Re: I'D WALK A MILE FOR A CAMEL
Post by: Jane on July 20, 2012, 05:03:44 PM
(http://i7.glitter-graphics.org/pub/2640/2640687b4ludqq43m.gif)
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Post by: Danise on July 20, 2012, 05:03:56 PM
Good evening all!  I am horrified by what happened today in Colorado.  My deepest condolences to all who have any connection to those hurt or killed.
Title: Re: I'D WALK A MILE FOR A CAMEL
Post by: Jane on July 20, 2012, 05:04:16 PM
Rainy, rainy morning here in Conshocken.

I think it's nice that Dunkin Donuts is hiring hearing-challenged individuals.  True, my clearly stated order for a large black coffee and two chocolate cake donuts resulted in a coffee with cream and sugar and two chocolate frosted donuts, but that is besides the point, correct?

;D
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Post by: elmore3003 on July 20, 2012, 05:04:58 PM
The move took about an hour and 15 minutes. the crew was great, boxing and taping like mad. They ended up with 32 large cartons and it was over.

Our DR FJL was a wonderful help this afternoon and I was grateful for his company and his aid. It was nice to get some catchup time with him. Fred, thank you so much!

I've been home around 45 minutes and I am ready for bed. Tomorrow I shall do little except pack and seal the 18 cartons sitting here going to the office, Sunday I am doing nothing, and on Tuesday we move the new office in.

And I am off to bed.
Title: Re: I'D WALK A MILE FOR A CAMEL
Post by: Danise on July 20, 2012, 05:05:30 PM
(http://i7.glitter-graphics.org/pub/2640/2640687b4ludqq43m.gif)
  And I ditto this. :)
Title: Re: I'D WALK A MILE FOR A CAMEL
Post by: TCB on July 20, 2012, 05:06:43 PM
Jane, I don't think I explained myself very well yesterday.  It was not a matter of being assertive with my doctor.  My doctor was in surgery yesterday afternoon, he doesn't work on Friday, and he only works evey sixth or eighth Saturday.  There are six other doctors and two PAs at the clinic.  If I call when my doctor is not in, the call automatically goes to the triage nurse who is instructed to tell anyone that calls that they need to be seen before anything can be done about their medication.
Title: Re: I'D WALK A MILE FOR A CAMEL
Post by: Jane on July 20, 2012, 05:06:45 PM
This bit of information from the shooting in Colorado bothers me: what fool takes a 3-month old baby to a midnight movie?

Maybe one with a baby that can sleep through anything.;)

I only read the headline on that & don't know the full story. 
Title: Re: I'D WALK A MILE FOR A CAMEL
Post by: Jane on July 20, 2012, 05:08:09 PM
If the baby doesn't sleep well how else can a new parent stay awake for a midnight showing.
Title: Re: I'D WALK A MILE FOR A CAMEL
Post by: Jane on July 20, 2012, 05:10:34 PM
This bit of information from the shooting in Colorado bothers me: what fool takes a 3-month old baby to a midnight movie?

I was thinking exactly the same thing.

I was also rather startled when I read the headline, but then I'm always startled to see babies in movies, especially loud movies.
Title: Re: I'D WALK A MILE FOR A CAMEL
Post by: Jane on July 20, 2012, 05:11:18 PM
Today, I'm off to get the DP's cousin who is coming in for a few days from Lancaster, PA.  We are very excited.  She, of course, is in on the surprise party on Sunday.  Should be a great weekend.  Probably one without much sleep!!!  


Have fun!
Title: Re: I'D WALK A MILE FOR A CAMEL
Post by: Jane on July 20, 2012, 05:12:23 PM
I feel as if I've just been punched in the stomach. Just learned that one of the interns for the board that I serve on was one of the victims at the movie theater shooting last night.

Oh... :'(
Title: Re: I'D WALK A MILE FOR A CAMEL
Post by: Jane on July 20, 2012, 05:14:23 PM
Thanks for the notes, all. Jessica Ghawi had moved to Denver about a year ago after living here. Odd thing, according to the news reports, is that she had survived a shooting only a few weeks ago.

I read some of her story earlier today. :(
Title: Re: I'D WALK A MILE FOR A CAMEL
Post by: Jane on July 20, 2012, 05:16:27 PM
This bit of information from the shooting in Colorado bothers me: what fool takes a 3-month old baby to a midnight movie?
I had the same thought. Yet an ignorant mother who needs some air conditioning or just a change of scenery  might. I had a friend who did likewise, but that was 30 years ago, when 20-year-olds had all the answers. Apparently they still do.

There were apparently a  lot of kids there, but why would any theatre management allow a 3-month old baby into a movie theatre? I doubt it qulifies as a Child so they're most likely not making money on a seat, they know if the kid starts crying it will disturb everyone else, so WTF?

Whatever happened to the "crying rooms" that they had in all the theaters when I was kid?

?  ?  I've never seen a "crying room".  I've hear about them in churches.
Title: Re: I'D WALK A MILE FOR A CAMEL
Post by: Jane on July 20, 2012, 05:17:52 PM
Rainy, rainy morning here in Conshocken.

I think it's nice that Dunkin Donuts is hiring hearing-challenged individuals.  True, my clearly stated order for a large black coffee and two chocolate cake donuts resulted in a coffee with cream and sugar and two chocolate frosted donuts, but that is besides the point, correct?


First thing I had to learn whn I moved to the East  Coast was that a "regular" coffee meant with cream and sugar.

That was a shock because, to me, "regular" meant NOT DECAF.  Now I know what they mean by it, but I refuse to use the term, preferring to describe precisely what I want.

And stating BLACK should be enough whatever "regular" means. 
Title: Re: I'D WALK A MILE FOR A CAMEL
Post by: Jane on July 20, 2012, 05:18:19 PM
BK, I really don't like to see you picking on DR Laura.  She's here all the time. 

I was just about to say something. :)
Title: Re: I'D WALK A MILE FOR A CAMEL
Post by: Jane on July 20, 2012, 05:19:25 PM
Went to my doctor for a follow up today.  She said I'll be sore and tired for about 4-6 weeks, but that I'll be fine.   I tried to work, but only lasted a couple hours and had to come home.   About ready to fall asleep right now.

"Only" 4-6 weeks.  Your ribs not be as bad as I thought, which of course pleases me. 
Title: Re: I'D WALK A MILE FOR A CAMEL
Post by: Jane on July 20, 2012, 05:20:01 PM
Callie is most pleased that I am home today

As am I - please take care of yourself, DR Cillaliz!

DITTO!  And I think canceling your trip was an excellent idea.
Title: Re: I'D WALK A MILE FOR A CAMEL
Post by: Jane on July 20, 2012, 05:21:23 PM
I hate cream and sugar in my coffee.  I would be very unhappy to get that by mistake


That was my reaction.

I hate coffee even with tons of cream & sugar, unless it has enough to call it ice cream.
Title: Re: I'D WALK A MILE FOR A CAMEL
Post by: Jane on July 20, 2012, 05:22:29 PM
Outside my front window just moments ago:

http://andthisiswhatisawtoday.blogspot.com/

:)
Title: Re: I'D WALK A MILE FOR A CAMEL
Post by: Jane on July 20, 2012, 05:23:48 PM
Which date? Yesterday? The red one?
Yes.  Is it read & blue?
Title: Re: I'D WALK A MILE FOR A CAMEL
Post by: Jane on July 20, 2012, 05:24:48 PM
George, do you know if Costco takes requests for new food selections? They clearly buy in very large volume, which gives them clout with their suppliers, and they seem quite customer-oriented.

I don't know if they take requests.  You could check out their website www.costco.com and look around.  You might have to go to their customer service desk and ask there.  I've never heard of anyone submitting requests.

I've never been told that they do, only that they don't always know what will come in.
Title: Re: I'D WALK A MILE FOR A CAMEL
Post by: Jane on July 20, 2012, 05:25:22 PM
There's an article today on THE NEW YORK TIMES website about the noise level in many restaurants, bars, and gyms (!) being "potentially dangerous." I never thought about the implications to one's health, only that  if I must shout to talk to my companion, it is just too loud!

Interesting.

I'm glad the idiot only yelled at you instead of running you over.
Title: Re: I'D WALK A MILE FOR A CAMEL
Post by: George on July 20, 2012, 05:25:44 PM
Who was it that recently purchased EVERYTHING WAS POSSIBLE?  I hope you got a good price on your copy.  Playbillstore.com has the medium softcover copy on sale for $13.95.

I ordered the paperback for $16.97 ($12.98 + $3.99 shipping).  Playbillstore.com would charge $7.95 for shipping.  But thanks for the info. :)
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Post by: Jane on July 20, 2012, 05:26:40 PM
Jane, I don't think I explained myself very well yesterday.  It was not a matter of being assertive with my doctor.  My doctor was in surgery yesterday afternoon, he doesn't work on Friday, and he only works evey sixth or eighth Saturday.  There are six other doctors and two PAs at the clinic.  If I call when my doctor is not in, the call automatically goes to the triage nurse who is instructed to tell anyone that calls that they need to be seen before anything can be done about their medication.

I meant on Monday to be assertive to speak to your doctor vs having to make an appointment.
Title: Re: I'D WALK A MILE FOR A CAMEL
Post by: George on July 20, 2012, 05:31:06 PM

Vibes to Cilla to get the check so she can get her new car!

Vibes to DR Elmore for his move.

SUPER PAIN FREE VIBES for DR TCB. 

DR Vixmom you need to stop working so hard!!!

Vibes to each and everyone of you Dear People and our lurkers.  I guess we shall have to start to refer to them as DL --Dear Lurkers.


Ditto on everything you said.  I like DL.

Or Damn Lurkers.

They're on the Down Low. ;)
Title: Re: I'D WALK A MILE FOR A CAMEL
Post by: Jane on July 20, 2012, 05:31:14 PM
DR Danise did the new air pan arrive as promised?
Title: Re: I'D WALK A MILE FOR A CAMEL
Post by: Laura on July 20, 2012, 05:32:47 PM
Jane, it is red and black. I tried to fix the color because it was in the shade and the camera didn't like the lighting.

It is a vermillion flycatcher -- a nice summer bird here if you know where to look.
Title: Re: I'D WALK A MILE FOR A CAMEL
Post by: Danise on July 20, 2012, 05:45:23 PM
DR Danise did the new air pan arrive as promised?
No.  It was rescheduled for next Monday but when I got home there was an email from the contractor stating he wants to come out on Thursday.  Now I may have call and see if I can have the AC date changed to then so I can get both done with out missing to much time at work.
Title: Re: I'D WALK A MILE FOR A CAMEL
Post by: ChasSmith on July 20, 2012, 05:45:49 PM
Who was it that recently purchased EVERYTHING WAS POSSIBLE?  I hope you got a good price on your copy.  Playbillstore.com has the medium softcover copy on sale for $13.95.

I ordered the paperback for $16.97 ($12.98 + $3.99 shipping).  Playbillstore.com would charge $7.95 for shipping.  But thanks for the info. :)

I'm the one who had lucked out on a beautiful hardcover copy for practically nothing.  Probably from a library book sale, which are abundant in this part of the world.  In fact, I'm getting up tomorrow at dawn's crack to go to one of the good ones.
Title: Re: I'D WALK A MILE FOR A CAMEL
Post by: George on July 20, 2012, 05:48:23 PM
Who was it that recently purchased EVERYTHING WAS POSSIBLE?  I hope you got a good price on your copy.  Playbillstore.com has the medium softcover copy on sale for $13.95.

I ordered the paperback for $16.97 ($12.98 + $3.99 shipping).  Playbillstore.com would charge $7.95 for shipping.  But thanks for the info. :)

I'm the one who had lucked out on a beautiful hardcover copy for practically nothing.  Probably from a library book sale, which are abundant in this part of the world.  In fact, I'm getting up tomorrow at dawn's crack to go to one of the good ones.

Nice!
Title: Re: I'D WALK A MILE FOR A CAMEL
Post by: Jane on July 20, 2012, 05:48:36 PM
Jane, it is red and black. I tried to fix the color because it was in the shade and the camera didn't like the lighting.

It is a vermillion flycatcher -- a nice summer bird here if you know where to look.

It is beautiful.  I don't believe we have them here.
Title: Re: I'D WALK A MILE FOR A CAMEL
Post by: Jane on July 20, 2012, 05:49:13 PM
DR Danise did the new air pan arrive as promised?
No.  It was rescheduled for next Monday but when I got home there was an email from the contractor stating he wants to come out on Thursday.  Now I may have call and see if I can have the AC date changed to then so I can get both done with out missing to much time at work.


Darn!  Did you still leave work early?
Title: Re: I'D WALK A MILE FOR A CAMEL
Post by: Jane on July 20, 2012, 05:49:34 PM
Who was it that recently purchased EVERYTHING WAS POSSIBLE?  I hope you got a good price on your copy.  Playbillstore.com has the medium softcover copy on sale for $13.95.

I ordered the paperback for $16.97 ($12.98 + $3.99 shipping).  Playbillstore.com would charge $7.95 for shipping.  But thanks for the info. :)

I'm the one who had lucked out on a beautiful hardcover copy for practically nothing.  Probably from a library book sale, which are abundant in this part of the world.  In fact, I'm getting up tomorrow at dawn's crack to go to one of the good ones.

Nice!

Ditto!
Title: Re: I'D WALK A MILE FOR A CAMEL
Post by: Jane on July 20, 2012, 05:51:42 PM
Craig had plans to see DARK NIGHT tonight. 
Title: Re: I'D WALK A MILE FOR A CAMEL
Post by: Jane on July 20, 2012, 05:52:18 PM
Since we didn't hear from Craig today I'm rather sure he didn't find an apartment.  I hope tomorrow is his lucky day.
Title: Re: I'D WALK A MILE FOR A CAMEL
Post by: FJL on July 20, 2012, 06:02:48 PM
So sad about that connection, JohnG, and for all the victims in Colorado.
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Post by: FJL on July 20, 2012, 06:03:27 PM
Thank you, Laura, for that brightness in your link.
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Post by: FJL on July 20, 2012, 06:08:13 PM
Lovely to see you, Larry.  Glad to be of whatever help I could be, and for me it was an added bonus to visit with you and get to see the office for my first time - i guess I'd never visited you there before. 
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Post by: FJL on July 20, 2012, 06:10:48 PM
Jeanne, sorry that guy was such a nudge, but also glad he wasn't a lunatic!
Title: Re: I'D WALK A MILE FOR A CAMEL
Post by: Ginny on July 20, 2012, 06:22:23 PM
DR Elmore - glad the move went smoothly!  Thanks for your help, DR FJL!
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Post by: bk on July 20, 2012, 06:24:45 PM
Sorry to hear that, JohnG.
Title: Re: I'D WALK A MILE FOR A CAMEL
Post by: George on July 20, 2012, 06:25:53 PM
Well, I'm off to rehearsal...I'll just be watching again.  It went fairly well last night (although long).  There certainly are good actors in the show.

Until later!
Title: Re: I'D WALK A MILE FOR A CAMEL
Post by: Jennifer on July 20, 2012, 06:31:04 PM
I've never partaken of Costco food in the store.  They do have good chicken salad that you can take home.

I've eaten hotdogs there a lot. They have a big hot dog and drink for like $1.50.
Title: Re: I'D WALK A MILE FOR A CAMEL
Post by: Jennifer on July 20, 2012, 06:32:35 PM
George, do you know if Costco takes requests for new food selections? They clearly buy in very large volume, which gives them clout with their suppliers, and they seem quite customer-oriented.

I don't know if they take requests.  You could check out their website www.costco.com and look around.  You might have to go to their customer service desk and ask there.  I've never heard of anyone submitting requests.

I don't have a Costco membership--I just don't buy enough to make it worthwhile--but I do occasionally go there with friends. Virtually all my friends are members. I was just curious.

Here you don't need a membership to eat at the food court. You don't need your membership card to go to that part of the store.
Title: Re: I'D WALK A MILE FOR A CAMEL
Post by: Jennifer on July 20, 2012, 06:34:30 PM
This bit of information from the shooting in Colorado bothers me: what fool takes a 3-month old baby to a midnight movie?

Maybe one with a baby that can sleep through anything.;)

I only read the headline on that & don't know the full story. 

I agree with DR Jane. That was my first thought. Although i wouldn't take a baby to the movies. However here they have movies that are specifically for moms and babys (i guess the babys sleep thru it).

I would imagine the baby was going to sleep through the whole movie. ANd if it woke up the mom would have left. But i also didn't read the story.
Title: Re: I'D WALK A MILE FOR A CAMEL
Post by: Jane on July 20, 2012, 06:36:56 PM
DR Elmore - glad the move went smoothly!  Thanks for your help, DR FJL!

DITTO!
Title: Re: I'D WALK A MILE FOR A CAMEL
Post by: Jane on July 20, 2012, 06:52:48 PM
'night
Title: Re: I'D WALK A MILE FOR A CAMEL
Post by: Ginny on July 20, 2012, 06:55:21 PM
'night!
Title: Re: I'D WALK A MILE FOR A CAMEL
Post by: John G. on July 20, 2012, 06:55:39 PM
Just in from one of the food truck parks. A Cooking Channel show called "Eat Street" was filming at the Alamo Street Eat park. They interviewed me as if I were the oldest friend of the owner of the truck, Tapa Tapa. I met him a year ago this weekend and probably a couple more times since, and only for a brief interval each time. Then I had to talk on camera about his food as if I were an expert on it. This is something I generally do only at my keyboard, writing and rewriting until it's right.

But the food was delicious. Rodolfo made an oatmeal cream pie that he topped with peanut butter and jelly, then he added a slab of foie gras on top. It was like a dream treat for someone who's got a bad case of the munchies from smoking a little too much happy stuff.

He also had a great and easy treat to make: Cubes of watermelon and mint leaves topped with Pop Rocks that just sort of dances around in your mouth.

I have to go to filmings on Saturday and Sunday, too. And it's hot. Who knows how much weight I'll gain.
Title: Re: I'D WALK A MILE FOR A CAMEL
Post by: John G. on July 20, 2012, 06:57:02 PM
Watching Cristopher Walken in a children's musical version of "Puss in Boots." Very strange, very low budget, but Ann Criswell did the score and it's not bad, just not very well presented.
Title: Re: I'D WALK A MILE FOR A CAMEL
Post by: Cillaliz on July 20, 2012, 07:08:49 PM
Callie is most pleased that I am home today

As am I - please take care of yourself, DR Cillaliz!

thanks Ginny.   I slept for a few hours after getting home from the doctor and then went downtown and had a pulled pork sandwich with some friends.  I was worn out and came back home.   I've been sleeping a lot this week - 12-14 hours a day.  My doctor said that's normal so I feel better about it
Title: Re: I'D WALK A MILE FOR A CAMEL
Post by: Cillaliz on July 20, 2012, 07:12:20 PM
Went to my doctor for a follow up today.  She said I'll be sore and tired for about 4-6 weeks, but that I'll be fine.   I tried to work, but only lasted a couple hours and had to come home.   About ready to fall asleep right now.

Glad to hear you got checked out and received good news. Vibes for speedy healing.

thanks.  I was pretty sure that I was progressing normally, but decided to check with my doctor before finalizing anything with the insurance co
Title: Re: I'D WALK A MILE FOR A CAMEL
Post by: Cillaliz on July 20, 2012, 07:12:53 PM
We don't have a Costco at all
Title: Re: I'D WALK A MILE FOR A CAMEL
Post by: Cillaliz on July 20, 2012, 07:16:02 PM
Thanks for the notes, all. Jessica Ghawi had moved to Denver about a year ago after living here. Odd thing, according to the news reports, is that she had survived a shooting only a few weeks ago.

I read some of her story earlier today. :(

They just did a piece about here on Dateline.  So sad. She looks like an amazing person
Title: Re: I'D WALK A MILE FOR A CAMEL
Post by: FJL on July 20, 2012, 07:16:05 PM
DR Elmore - glad the move went smoothly!  Thanks for your help, DR FJL!

DITTO!

Ooh, that's so nice, thank you guys for saying that, too, Jane and Ginny. :)   
Title: Re: I'D WALK A MILE FOR A CAMEL
Post by: Druxy on July 20, 2012, 07:16:49 PM
I know that this changes by the hour, but at the moment, my recently published stage play, HAIL ON THE CHIEF, is #16 in comedy titles on Amazon.   

http://www.amazon.com/Hail-Chief-Comedy-Three-Acts/dp/1478108177/ref=sr_1_2?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1341512576&sr=1-2&keywords=hail+on+the+chief+druxman
Title: Re: I'D WALK A MILE FOR A CAMEL
Post by: Cillaliz on July 20, 2012, 07:20:31 PM
Congrats on completing your move, DR Elmore and glad FJL could help you
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Post by: Cillaliz on July 20, 2012, 07:26:22 PM
the trip to Nashville is officially cancelled.
Title: Re: I'D WALK A MILE FOR A CAMEL
Post by: FJL on July 20, 2012, 07:37:54 PM
the trip to Nashville is officially cancelled.

I'm so sorry, Cilla.  Continued vibes to you.
Title: Re: I'D WALK A MILE FOR A CAMEL
Post by: FJL on July 20, 2012, 07:39:20 PM
Saw this on DataLounge, and it made me chuckle.  We were a little more accepting of TV logic back then, weren't we?  :)

"The Weirdness of I LOVE LUCY

I've been putting on episodes at night when I lay down. This is a very weird show. If these were real people, they'd get handicapped parking.

Anyway, one funny thing I've noticed is that sometimes Lucy can actually hide from Ricky in PLAIN SIGHT! All she has to do is put on a hat. Or speak with an accent. In one episode all she had to do was roll up her pants and sleeves.

And Ricky will look right at her and not know its her!!! Yeah, eventually he gets a clue, but stil ... Plus the fact that Lucy believes/knows this will work.

It's so weird.

Any other weirdness? Like the fact that Lucy go out and buy a goat and bring it back to the apartment just for decoration, or that weirdly huge book called How To Keep Your Honeymoon From Ending that was very specific and despite being enormous quickly answered its title in a matter of sentences."
Title: Re: I'D WALK A MILE FOR A CAMEL
Post by: John G. on July 20, 2012, 07:48:11 PM
DR Elmore - glad the move went smoothly!  Thanks for your help, DR FJL!

DITTO!

Ooh, that's so nice, thank you guys for saying that, too, Jane and Ginny. :)   
And more thanks. We could all tell Elmore was breathing much easier having a friend to pitch in.
Title: Re: I'D WALK A MILE FOR A CAMEL
Post by: John G. on July 20, 2012, 07:49:15 PM
the trip to Nashville is officially cancelled.

I'm so sorry, Cilla.  Continued vibes to you.
An extra batch.
Title: Re: I'D WALK A MILE FOR A CAMEL
Post by: Cillaliz on July 20, 2012, 07:55:03 PM
the trip to Nashville is officially cancelled.

I'm so sorry, Cilla.  Continued vibes to you.

Honestly, I'm relieved.  I didn't think it would be this difficult to bounce back, but I'm realizing that I'm just going to be exhausted for a while and need to just take it easy until I'm 100 %.  I think it will be better for me to just stay home and watch the Olympics.
Title: Re: I'D WALK A MILE FOR A CAMEL
Post by: FJL on July 20, 2012, 08:21:19 PM
DR Elmore - glad the move went smoothly!  Thanks for your help, DR FJL!

DITTO!

Ooh, that's so nice, thank you guys for saying that, too, Jane and Ginny. :)   
And more thanks. We could all tell Elmore was breathing much easier having a friend to pitch in.

:)  :)
Title: Re: I'D WALK A MILE FOR A CAMEL
Post by: FJL on July 20, 2012, 08:25:14 PM
I know that this changes by the hour, but at the moment, my recently published stage play, HAIL ON THE CHIEF, is #16 in comedy titles on Amazon.   

http://www.amazon.com/Hail-Chief-Comedy-Three-Acts/dp/1478108177/ref=sr_1_2?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1341512576&sr=1-2&keywords=hail+on+the+chief+druxman


Wow, congratulations, Druxy.  Did you make sure to take an image of that page while your ranking was so great?
Title: Re: I'D WALK A MILE FOR A CAMEL
Post by: John G. on July 20, 2012, 08:49:58 PM
Night, all.
Title: Re: I'D WALK A MILE FOR A CAMEL
Post by: bk on July 20, 2012, 09:01:52 PM
I'm rank but I didn't post about it today.
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Post by: bk on July 20, 2012, 09:02:39 PM
Watched the last two Varg Veum films, both very good.  I suppose they'll release the next three at some point, along with the next three Maria Wern films.  Still have a couple of Beck TV shows left, though.
Title: Re: I'D WALK A MILE FOR A CAMEL
Post by: FJL on July 20, 2012, 10:14:04 PM
I'm rank but I didn't post about it today.

LOL!