TOO MUCH FOOD AND CANDY AND COOKIES AND CHOCOLATE AND TREATS.Sounds wonderful.
;D :) ;) 8)
Cillaliz, thanks for sharing the goods news about Sharon. And vibes of comfort for Paul and his family.
And the word of the day is: AVIDITY!
For DR Cillaliz:
Great news about cat sitter Sharon!
Sad news about Paul's mom.
Why was I the last to know that Jaymes, part of the Chippendale's dancer duo competing on this last season's The Amazing Race, was gay? No mention was made during the show, but still everyone I know already knew.
He was one of the nicest people I have ever watched compete on this show, I must say.
Why was I the last to know that Jaymes, part of the Chippendale's dancer duo competing on this last season's The Amazing Race, was gay? No mention was made during the show, but still everyone I know already knew.
He was one of the nicest people I have ever watched compete on this show, I must say.
Are there straight Chippendale dancers?
Good morning, all! I slept poorly again and so I slept late this morning. I had a long dream that had my parents and me involved in some way with a summer theatre but all I remember is my giving my mother the keys to my Gremlin and telling her that I needed to take their car and they could follow in mine when they were ready. And I was wearing a light blue shirt.
I think I will go to the New York Public Library today. I have some questions for the Theatre Division and I cando a bit of DEAREST ENEMY sleuthing.
DR cillaliz, I would go with the Norman Denny translaton that Penguin publishes. It's a recent one and I'm sure it will be much more entertaining than some of the morestilted 19th century English ones that Oxford University Press and other presses reprint. I've ordered a copy of the Signet/New American Library translation; it's a good, recent translation and it's the one I read about 15 years ago. I'm thinking about reading it again as well as THE COUNT OF MONTE CRISTO (only good translation by Robin Buss). I've also got another copy - I have no idea where the first one went! - of the recent ANNA KARENINA translation.
More coffee!
Why was I the last to know that Jaymes, part of the Chippendale's dancer duo competing on this last season's The Amazing Race, was gay? No mention was made during the show, but still everyone I know already knew.
Why was I the last to know that Jaymes, part of the Chippendale's dancer duo competing on this last season's The Amazing Race, was gay? No mention was made during the show, but still everyone I know already knew.
He was one of the nicest people I have ever watched compete on this show, I must say.
Are there straight Chippendale dancers?
I was being silly with that one. But there is a perception ...Why was I the last to know that Jaymes, part of the Chippendale's dancer duo competing on this last season's The Amazing Race, was gay? No mention was made during the show, but still everyone I know already knew.
He was one of the nicest people I have ever watched compete on this show, I must say.
Are there straight Chippendale dancers?
In all seriousness, yes. I know one former Chippendale (he is straight) and he vouches for others who danced at the New York club in the 80s. The group was a mix of G&S (not Gilbert and Sullivan).
Sitting in Atlanta airport for my connecting flight to San Francisco. I have a little under two hours before the estimated departure.
Why was I the last to know that Jaymes, part of the Chippendale's dancer duo competing on this last season's The Amazing Race, was gay? No mention was made during the show, but still everyone I know already knew.
He was one of the nicest people I have ever watched compete on this show, I must say.
(http://xfinity.comcast.net/blogs/tv/files/2012/08/amazing-race-21-chippendales.jpg)
TOD: Revenge (only started watching this year)
Arrow
Downton Abbey
Fringe
Why was I the last to know that Jaymes, part of the Chippendale's dancer duo competing on this last season's The Amazing Race, was gay? No mention was made during the show, but still everyone I know already knew.
He was one of the nicest people I have ever watched compete on this show, I must say.
(http://xfinity.comcast.net/blogs/tv/files/2012/08/amazing-race-21-chippendales.jpg)
Why was I the last to know that Jaymes, part of the Chippendale's dancer duo competing on this last season's The Amazing Race, was gay? No mention was made during the show, but still everyone I know already knew.
He was one of the nicest people I have ever watched compete on this show, I must say.
(http://xfinity.comcast.net/blogs/tv/files/2012/08/amazing-race-21-chippendales.jpg)
Which one is gay Jaymes? Since they both have the same name I never knew which was Jaymes and which was James.
And it's quite light. That is a must for me.
The good news is I had a great talk with Sharon my REAL cat sitter today. She's in a rehab facility in town and got to go home for the first time in three months on Christmas day. He dog went nuts! I will be visiting her sometime in the next few days.
Good morning, all! I slept poorly again and so I slept late this morning. I had a long dream that had my parents and me involved in some way with a summer theatre but all I remember is my giving my mother the keys to my Gremlin and telling her that I needed to take their car and they could follow in mine when they were ready. And I was wearing a light blue shirt.
I think I will go to the New York Public Library today. I have some questions for the Theatre Division and I cando a bit of DEAREST ENEMY sleuthing.
DR cillaliz, I would go with the Norman Denny translaton that Penguin publishes. It's a recent one and I'm sure it will be much more entertaining than some of the morestilted 19th century English ones that Oxford University Press and other presses reprint. I've ordered a copy of the Signet/New American Library translation; it's a good, recent translation and it's the one I read about 15 years ago. I'm thinking about reading it again as well as THE COUNT OF MONTE CRISTO (only good translation by Robin Buss). I've also got another copy - I have no idea where the first one went! - of the recent ANNA KARENINA translation.
More coffee!
Thanks Elmore, this helps a lot. I've never actually read Les Miz, The County of Monte Cristo or Anna Karenina. I almost hate to admit that, but I think I'm going to remedy that soon. Right now I'm reading the End of Life Book Club.
It's cold but beautiful with the moon, and everything is crystal clear and clean from the rain.
;D
Well, I have some puttering to do before we leave to do Mom's errands and head for Cincinnati for dinner at Richard's younger brother's house - bye for now!
Thursday and the roads are being cleared - things are getting better - road wise. I still think I will stay in one more day and let the roads and parking lots get even better before venturing out.
Sitting in Atlanta airport for my connecting flight to San Francisco. I have a little under two hours before the estimated departure.~~~Travel Vibes for DR Ron!!~~~
DR cillaliz, I would go with the Norman Denny translaton that Penguin publishes. It's a recent one and I'm sure it will be much more entertaining than some of the more stilted 19th century English ones that Oxford University Press and other presses reprint. I've ordered a copy of the Signet/New American Library translation; it's a good, recent translation and it's the one I read about 15 years ago. I'm thinking about reading it again as well as THE COUNT OF MONTE CRISTO (only good translation by Robin Buss). I've also got another copy - I have no idea where the first one went! - of the recent ANNA KARENINA translation.
I just heard from goddaughter Charlotte, and we will see the movie GUILT TRIP tomorrow night.
And, RIP to film and television producer Gerry Anderson who was the creator of so many wonderful TV puppet shows like STINGRAY, CAPTAIN SCARLET, and THUNDERBIRDS. He died yesterday at age 83.
(http://static.guim.co.uk/sys-images/Guardian/Pix/pictures/2012/12/26/1356538833307/Gerry-Anderson-With-Troy--008.jpg)
(http://i.telegraph.co.uk/multimedia/archive/02437/gerry-anderson2_2437060b.jpg)
I'm up. I was up at seven, actually. Last night, I put my car away at ten in the evening. I realized the gardener hadn't come and hence the trash cans hadn't been put out for Tuesday pick-up, which was obviously Christmas. And they hadn't come yesterday. I looked up and down the street - ten at night - no trash cans anywhere, so I figure they're not coming until next week or something. At seven, I hear the fershluganah trash truck, blocks away, mind you. So, I get up and take the two trash cans out to the curb. And EVERY DAMN HOUSE'S TRASH CANS ARE OUT THERE. When exactly did these cretins put them out - at midnight? At six in the morning?
Good morning, all! I slept poorly again and so I slept late this morning. I had a long dream that had my parents and me involved in some way with a summer theatre but all I remember is my giving my mother the keys to my Gremlin and telling her that I needed to take their car and they could follow in mine when they were ready. And I was wearing a light blue shirt.. Right now I'm reading the End of Life Book Club.
I think I will go to the New York Public Library today. I have some questions for the Theatre Division and I cando a bit of DEAREST ENEMY sleuthing.
DR cillaliz, I would go with the Norman Denny translaton that Penguin publishes. It's a recent one and I'm sure it will be much more entertaining than some of the morestilted 19th century English ones that Oxford University Press and other presses reprint. I've ordered a copy of the Signet/New American Library translation; it's a good, recent translation and it's the one I read about 15 years ago. I'm thinking about reading it again as well as THE COUNT OF MONTE CRISTO (only good translation by Robin Buss). I've also got another copy - I have no idea where the first one went! - of the recent ANNA KARENINA translation.
More coffee!
DR Vixmom - Sharon told me they have good insurance. Her husband works at Walmart and has a good policy from work. They also have a second policy that covers a lot of what the first one doesn't. She said there will probably be a cap on the amount for a new arm as the good ones are extremely expensive. Several friends are working on fundraiser plans, and others have quietly sent checks to help with expenses.
Sorry to read your posting about Junior's, Jane. It looks kinda like the logo of the Junior's in Brooklyn. Was there any relation that you know of?
After the big snowstorm in yesterday I thought I might not make it back home today, but I'm here.
Of course my flight was delayed for about 2 hours.
Oh, yeah, my luggage didn't arrive with me. I'm waiting for it to be delivered.
DR JANE the Anderson shows were terrific.
Especially the theme songs.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gAnm4PsLWnQ
TOD:
I am really enjoying the USA network shows Royal Pains, White Collar, Covert Affairs and Suits.
But these are four shows I love.
Good morning. Looks like LA's leftover rain might make it to us this afternoon.
So, when I first installed Mac OS 10.6.8, my computer and printer were not communicating. This morning I asked Richard to look at it before I called Apple Care. Thought I'd just run a test so he could see what happened when I tried to print and - VOILA! - they've kissed and made up. No attention from Richard and no call to Apple Care required!
Hi DR Jeanne.
Did you eat at Junior's?
DR Jeanne, that is very sad. Were they in an accident together? Even when we don't stay close to certain people their passing can hit us very hard, especially those we grew up with.
I, too, look forward to THE WELL-DIGGER'S DAUGHTER. I have to keep a window open to Netflix whenever I'm reading the Notes or posts.
DR Jeanne, that is very sad. Were they in an accident together? Even when we don't stay close to certain people their passing can hit us very hard, especially those we grew up with.
No, not an accident. Several months apart. I don't have all the details yet.
Good morning, all! I slept poorly again and so I slept late this morning. I had a long dream that had my parents and me involved in some way with a summer theatre but all I remember is my giving my mother the keys to my Gremlin and telling her that I needed to take their car and they could follow in mine when they were ready. And I was wearing a light blue shirt.
I think I will go to the New York Public Library today. I have some questions for the Theatre Division and I cando a bit of DEAREST ENEMY sleuthing.
DR cillaliz, I would go with the Norman Denny translaton that Penguin publishes. It's a recent one and I'm sure it will be much more entertaining than some of the morestilted 19th century English ones that Oxford University Press and other presses reprint. I've ordered a copy of the Signet/New American Library translation; it's a good, recent translation and it's the one I read about 15 years ago. I'm thinking about reading it again as well as THE COUNT OF MONTE CRISTO (only good translation by Robin Buss). I've also got another copy - I have no idea where the first one went! - of the recent ANNA KARENINA translation.
More coffee!
Thanks Elmore, this helps a lot. I've never actually read Les Miz, The County of Monte Cristo or Anna Karenina. I almost hate to admit that, but I think I'm going to remedy that soon. Right now I'm reading the End of Life Book Club.
DR JANE the Anderson shows were terrific.
Especially the theme songs.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gAnm4PsLWnQ
After the big snowstorm in yesterday I thought I might not make it back home today, but I'm here.
Of course my flight was delayed for about 2 hours.
Oh, yeah, my luggage didn't arrive with me. I'm waiting for it to be delivered.
At least it is on the way to you...just in case...
Safe luggage arrival vibes!!!
On Christmas Day I learned that my cousin Marion and her husband have both passed away. Marion and I had not been close in recent years, but she was the link to the part of the family that I was close to.Sorry for your loss.
On Christmas Day I learned that my cousin Marion and her husband have both passed away. Marion and I had not been close in recent years, but she was the link to the part of the family that I was close to.Sorry for your loss.
Good morning, all! I slept poorly again and so I slept late this morning. I had a long dream that had my parents and me involved in some way with a summer theatre but all I remember is my giving my mother the keys to my Gremlin and telling her that I needed to take their car and they could follow in mine when they were ready. And I was wearing a light blue shirt.
I think I will go to the New York Public Library today. I have some questions for the Theatre Division and I cando a bit of DEAREST ENEMY sleuthing.
DR cillaliz, I would go with the Norman Denny translaton that Penguin publishes. It's a recent one and I'm sure it will be much more entertaining than some of the morestilted 19th century English ones that Oxford University Press and other presses reprint. I've ordered a copy of the Signet/New American Library translation; it's a good, recent translation and it's the one I read about 15 years ago. I'm thinking about reading it again as well as THE COUNT OF MONTE CRISTO (only good translation by Robin Buss). I've also got another copy - I have no idea where the first one went! - of the recent ANNA KARENINA translation.
More coffee!
Thanks Elmore, this helps a lot. I've never actually read Les Miz, The County of Monte Cristo or Anna Karenina. I almost hate to admit that, but I think I'm going to remedy that soon. Right now I'm reading the End of Life Book Club.
I would like to read THE COUNT OF MONTE CRISTO. I will leave The COUNTY of Monte Cristo to Cillaliz. May I assume that she uses the word "county" on many legal documents?
I just lost a post.
The LA Times says that Junior's will be closing by the end of the year. Since this is December 27 that's very soon!
After the big snowstorm in yesterday I thought I might not make it back home today, but I'm here.
Of course my flight was delayed for about 2 hours.
Oh, yeah, my luggage didn't arrive with me. I'm waiting for it to be delivered.
At least it is on the way to you...just in case...
Safe luggage arrival vibes!!!
TrittoAfter the big snowstorm in yesterday I thought I might not make it back home today, but I'm here.
Of course my flight was delayed for about 2 hours.
Oh, yeah, my luggage didn't arrive with me. I'm waiting for it to be delivered.
At least it is on the way to you...just in case...
Safe luggage arrival vibes!!!
~~~DITTO!!~~~
On Christmas Day I learned that my cousin Marion and her husband have both passed away. Marion and I had not been close in recent years, but she was the link to the part of the family that I was close to.
DR Jeanne, that is very sad. Were they in an accident together? Even when we don't stay close to certain people their passing can hit us very hard, especially those we grew up with.
No, not an accident. Several months apart. I don't have all the details yet.
That is extra hard to hear the news so far after it happened.
Why was I the last to know that Jaymes, part of the Chippendale's dancer duo competing on this last season's The Amazing Race, was gay? No mention was made during the show, but still everyone I know already knew.
He was one of the nicest people I have ever watched compete on this show, I must say.
(http://xfinity.comcast.net/blogs/tv/files/2012/08/amazing-race-21-chippendales.jpg)
Which one is gay Jaymes? Since they both have the same name I never knew which was Jaymes and which was James.
Gay Jaymes is the one with blonde hair whose dad has cancer.
DR Jeanne, that is very sad. Were they in an accident together? Even when we don't stay close to certain people their passing can hit us very hard, especially those we grew up with.
No, not an accident. Several months apart. I don't have all the details yet.
That is extra hard to hear the news so far after it happened.
The last time my parents visited my mom's family in Germany, she found out that her father had died a couple of years before that. She actually had never known her dad and was never was told that he was even still alive.
I don't know the details, but she was born in Germany during WW2, so I guess that an unwed mother with children from different fathers was not all that unusual. :-\
On Christmas Day I learned that my cousin Marion and her husband have both passed away. Marion and I had not been close in recent years, but she was the link to the part of the family that I was close to.
I know it isn't Wednesday, so we can't Ask BK, but we don't have a Ask GH (Guy Haine) Day. So, may I ask if Mr. Haines has ever thought of recording the Main Theme from LOST HORIZON?
Was all set to make Moroccan Meatloaf for dinner tonight, but the ground beef didn't thaw, so I'll guess I'll have whatever I can scrape up in the fridge.
Sigh. I miss the snow. It's been in the low 60s with some rain here in LA and I'm delighted with cool temps and precip.
Nope, but it has lemon juice and fresh ginger in the meat. And a spicy, harissa-like sauce on top.Was all set to make Moroccan Meatloaf for dinner tonight, but the ground beef didn't thaw, so I'll guess I'll have whatever I can scrape up in the fridge.
Does Moroccan Meatloaf contain goat eyeballs?
DR elmore when doing a search on the unabridged version you suggested I noticed you said I could not have read the unabridged version in 2 days. Considering the speed & non stop reading I did back then I doubt another 200 pages would have made much of a difference. :)
Hi, Tom.
I don't know the details, but she was born in Germany during WW2, so I guess that an unwed mother with children from different fathers was not all that unusual. :-\
Oy! BK's neighbors must have spent weeks secretly planning and coordinating all of that, and then it backfires right in their face. :o
Oy! BK's neighbors must have spent weeks secretly planning and coordinating all of that, and then it backfires right in their face. :o
You totally lost me on this one, Chas!
I know it isn't Wednesday, so we can't Ask BK, but we don't have a Ask GH (Guy Haine) Day. So, may I ask if Mr. Haines has ever thought of recording the Main Theme from LOST HORIZON?
Whoa! :)
I do not dislike that idea. No sir, I don't.
On Christmas Day I learned that my cousin Marion and her husband have both passed away. Marion and I had not been close in recent years, but she was the link to the part of the family that I was close to.
Jeanne, my condolences to you and to your family.
Nope, but it has lemon juice and fresh ginger in the meat. And a spicy, harissa-like sauce on top.Was all set to make Moroccan Meatloaf for dinner tonight, but the ground beef didn't thaw, so I'll guess I'll have whatever I can scrape up in the fridge.
Does Moroccan Meatloaf contain goat eyeballs?
DR elmore when doing a search on the unabridged version you suggested I noticed you said I could not have read the unabridged version in 2 days. Considering the speed & non stop reading I did back then I doubt another 200 pages would have made much of a difference. :)
I do not recall ever making a comment about reading the unabridged novel in two days an impossibility or whatever I supposedly posted..
Re:UNWIELDY by elmore3003.
... it down.
DRJane, if you read the UNABRIDGED version, it would take more than 2 days, ..
OK, so I don't think this priest should be opening his mouth too much. From Rawstory.com:
A Catholic priest in Italy has created a firestorm by claiming that women bring violence on themselves by serving cold food and dressing provocatively.
Nicky says "Hi" to one and all.
He considered walking across the keyboard and typing is own message, but I talked him out of it.
DR Jeanne, that is very sad. Were they in an accident together? Even when we don't stay close to certain people their passing can hit us very hard, especially those we grew up with.
No, not an accident. Several months apart. I don't have all the details yet.
That is extra hard to hear the news so far after it happened.
The last time my parents visited my mom's family in Germany, she found out that her father had died a couple of years before that. She actually had never known her dad and was never was told that he was even still alive.
I don't know the details, but she was born in Germany during WW2, so I guess that an unwed mother with children from different fathers was not all that unusual. :-\
OK, so I don't think this priest should be opening his mouth too much. From Rawstory.com:
A Catholic priest in Italy has created a firestorm by claiming that women bring violence on themselves by serving cold food and dressing provocatively.
DR elmore when doing a search on the unabridged version you suggested I noticed you said I could not have read the unabridged version in 2 days. Considering the speed & non stop reading I did back then I doubt another 200 pages would have made much of a difference. :)
I do not recall ever making a comment about reading the unabridged novel in two days an impossibility or whatever I supposedly posted..
This is funny because I didn't remember either but I saw it when I searched "unabridged" to find the version you had suggested reading. There is was in the search:QuoteRe:UNWIELDY by elmore3003.
... it down.
DRJane, if you read the UNABRIDGED version, it would take more than 2 days, ..
The above quote came up for January 29, 2005 ;D
It happens more often than some people would care to acknowledge, George. It happened in my family and it's still considered a dark ugly secret to those of a different, older generation.
On Christmas Day I learned that my cousin Marion and her husband have both passed away. Marion and I had not been close in recent years, but she was the link to the part of the family that I was close to.
Jeanne, I am very sorry to hear about your cousin and her husband.
DR elmore when doing a search on the unabridged version you suggested I noticed you said I could not have read the unabridged version in 2 days. Considering the speed & non stop reading I did back then I doubt another 200 pages would have made much of a difference. :)
I do not recall ever making a comment about reading the unabridged novel in two days an impossibility or whatever I supposedly posted..
This is funny because I didn't remember either but I saw it when I searched "unabridged" to find the version you had suggested reading. There is was in the search:QuoteRe:UNWIELDY by elmore3003.
... it down.
DRJane, if you read the UNABRIDGED version, it would take more than 2 days, ..
The above quote came up for January 29, 2005 ;D
2005??
How is Nicky doing?
SICK to hear about Junior's. Sick of this happening. Everywhere. And I'm getting sick and tired of saying how sick and tired I am of it.
He considered walking across the keyboard and typing his own message, but I talked him out of it.
For those who missed the Kennedy Center honors last night, here's the entire show:
http://www.playbill.com/news/article/173506-THE-SCREENING-ROOM-Highlights-From-the-2012-Kennedy-Center-Honors-Video/pg14
I way I didn't stop talking about THE BOOK THIEF it amazes me everyone here hasn't read it ;)It's pretty spectacular.
I way I didn't stop talking about THE BOOK THIEF it amazes me everyone here hasn't read it ;)It's pretty spectacular.
He considered walking across the keyboard and typing his own message, but I talked him out of it.
If we can read Vixmom's typing we should be able to read Nicky's. I say Let him type!
I'm sure he doesn't find you boring and, of course, getting older is good.
DR elmore when doing a search on the unabridged version you suggested I noticed you said I could not have read the unabridged version in 2 days. Considering the speed & non stop reading I did back then I doubt another 200 pages would have made much of a difference. :)
I do not recall ever making a comment about reading the unabridged novel in two days an impossibility or whatever I supposedly posted..
This is funny because I didn't remember either but I saw it when I searched "unabridged" to find the version you had suggested reading. There is was in the search:QuoteRe:UNWIELDY by elmore3003.
... it down.
DRJane, if you read the UNABRIDGED version, it would take more than 2 days, ..
The above quote came up for January 29, 2005 ;D
2005??
DR elmore when doing a search on the unabridged version you suggested I noticed you said I could not have read the unabridged version in 2 days. Considering the speed & non stop reading I did back then I doubt another 200 pages would have made much of a difference. :)
I do not recall ever making a comment about reading the unabridged novel in two days an impossibility or whatever I supposedly posted..
This is funny because I didn't remember either but I saw it when I searched "unabridged" to find the version you had suggested reading. There is was in the search:QuoteRe:UNWIELDY by elmore3003.
... it down.
DRJane, if you read the UNABRIDGED version, it would take more than 2 days, ..
The above quote came up for January 29, 2005 ;D
2005??
Exactly.
... and, of course, getting older is good.
That's why they make toys attached to long sticks. Do you need some like that?
... and, of course, getting older is good.
WHAT??!! For wine, maybe. This kid would like to slow things down a bit! ;)
... and, of course, getting older is good.
WHAT??!! For wine, maybe. This kid would like to slow things down a bit! ;)
Perhaps she should have said that having the chance to get older was a good thing.
... and, of course, getting older is good.
WHAT??!! For wine, maybe. This kid would like to slow things down a bit! ;)
Perhaps she should have said that having the chance to get older was a good thing.
But then I couldn't have made fun of it.
DR Jeanne, that is very sad. Were they in an accident together? Even when we don't stay close to certain people their passing can hit us very hard, especially those we grew up with.
No, not an accident. Several months apart. I don't have all the details yet.
That is extra hard to hear the news so far after it happened.
The last time my parents visited my mom's family in Germany, she found out that her father had died a couple of years before that. She actually had never known her dad and was never was told that he was even still alive.
That must have been very strange for her.
I don't know the details, but she was born in Germany during WW2, so I guess that an unwed mother with children from different fathers was not all that unusual. :-\
And I guess she hadn't been overly curious to find out more about him. ??
I don't know the details, but she was born in Germany during WW2, so I guess that an unwed mother with children from different fathers was not all that unusual. :-\
Was her father's first name Adolph?
I don't know the details, but she was born in Germany during WW2, so I guess that an unwed mother with children from different fathers was not all that unusual. :-\
I can only imagine what living in Germany was like during WWII. George, have you read THE BOOK THIEF? I think you might enjoy it, especially given your family background.
I, too, look forward to THE WELL-DIGGER'S DAUGHTER. I have to keep a window open to Netflix whenever I'm reading the Notes or posts.
Sometimes I miss having NetFlix. On the upside, Keith has been recording numerous old movies we didn't used to watch.
Why was I the last to know that Jaymes, part of the Chippendale's dancer duo competing on this last season's The Amazing Race, was gay? No mention was made during the show, but still everyone I know already knew.
He was one of the nicest people I have ever watched compete on this show, I must say.
(http://xfinity.comcast.net/blogs/tv/files/2012/08/amazing-race-21-chippendales.jpg)
Which one is gay Jaymes? Since they both have the same name I never knew which was Jaymes and which was James.
Gay Jaymes is the one with blonde hair whose dad has cancer.
Too bad. I think the other one is hotter.
Sigh. I miss the snow. It's been in the low 60s with some rain here in LA and I'm delighted with cool temps and precip.
On Christmas Day, George hogged all of the snow down at his house. So we had to settle for a Wet Christmas.
I, too, look forward to THE WELL-DIGGER'S DAUGHTER. I have to keep a window open to Netflix whenever I'm reading the Notes or posts.
Sometimes I miss having NetFlix. On the upside, Keith has been recording numerous old movies we didn't used to watch.
I'm seriously thinking about dropping Netflix. I just don't watch enough to justify the monthly price. They're definately making money off of me.
Why was I the last to know that Jaymes, part of the Chippendale's dancer duo competing on this last season's The Amazing Race, was gay? No mention was made during the show, but still everyone I know already knew.
He was one of the nicest people I have ever watched compete on this show, I must say.
(http://xfinity.comcast.net/blogs/tv/files/2012/08/amazing-race-21-chippendales.jpg)
Which one is gay Jaymes? Since they both have the same name I never knew which was Jaymes and which was James.
Gay Jaymes is the one with blonde hair whose dad has cancer.
Too bad. I think the other one is hotter.
I'd take either one. :D
Good morning, all! I slept poorly again and so I slept late this morning. I had a long dream that had my parents and me involved in some way with a summer theatre but all I remember is my giving my mother the keys to my Gremlin and telling her that I needed to take their car and they could follow in mine when they were ready. And I was wearing a light blue shirt.
I think I will go to the New York Public Library today. I have some questions for the Theatre Division and I cando a bit of DEAREST ENEMY sleuthing.
DR cillaliz, I would go with the Norman Denny translaton that Penguin publishes. It's a recent one and I'm sure it will be much more entertaining than some of the morestilted 19th century English ones that Oxford University Press and other presses reprint. I've ordered a copy of the Signet/New American Library translation; it's a good, recent translation and it's the one I read about 15 years ago. I'm thinking about reading it again as well as THE COUNT OF MONTE CRISTO (only good translation by Robin Buss). I've also got another copy - I have no idea where the first one went! - of the recent ANNA KARENINA translation.
More coffee!
Thanks Elmore, this helps a lot. I've never actually read Les Miz, The County of Monte Cristo or Anna Karenina. I almost hate to admit that, but I think I'm going to remedy that soon. Right now I'm reading the End of Life Book Club.
Well, if you decide on MONTE CRISTO, the Robin Buss translation is absolutely superb, and the novel is an amazing epic I've read twice and am ready to begin again.
DR cillaliz, I would go with the Norman Denny translaton that Penguin publishes. It's a recent one and I'm sure it will be much more entertaining than some of the more stilted 19th century English ones that Oxford University Press and other presses reprint. I've ordered a copy of the Signet/New American Library translation; it's a good, recent translation and it's the one I read about 15 years ago. I'm thinking about reading it again as well as THE COUNT OF MONTE CRISTO (only good translation by Robin Buss). I've also got another copy - I have no idea where the first one went! - of the recent ANNA KARENINA translation.
Now I'm even more confused ;)
From DR elmore:
The only decent complete and unabridged translation is the one from New American Library/Signet, new translation by Lee Fahnestock and Norman MacAfee.
Are you suggesting the Norman Denny translation over the unabridged version by Fahnestock & MacAfee?
The version I purchased (Hapgood translation) I chose because it was formatted for Nook and says it is unabridged. Nook now has the Denny translation. Reviews on this complain about problems with the format.
It is all very confusing trying to figure if I'm getting the best eBook or not. DR Cilla let me know if you decide to purchase a new translation than the one you have.
I'm up. I was up at seven, actually. Last night, I put my car away at ten in the evening. I realized the gardener hadn't come and hence the trash cans hadn't been put out for Tuesday pick-up, which was obviously Christmas. And they hadn't come yesterday. I looked up and down the street - ten at night - no trash cans anywhere, so I figure they're not coming until next week or something. At seven, I hear the fershluganah trash truck, blocks away, mind you. So, I get up and take the two trash cans out to the curb. And EVERY DAMN HOUSE'S TRASH CANS ARE OUT THERE. When exactly did these cretins put them out - at midnight? At six in the morning?
LOL-probably.
Good morning, all! I slept poorly again and so I slept late this morning. I had a long dream that had my parents and me involved in some way with a summer theatre but all I remember is my giving my mother the keys to my Gremlin and telling her that I needed to take their car and they could follow in mine when they were ready. And I was wearing a light blue shirt.. Right now I'm reading the End of Life Book Club.
I think I will go to the New York Public Library today. I have some questions for the Theatre Division and I cando a bit of DEAREST ENEMY sleuthing.
DR cillaliz, I would go with the Norman Denny translaton that Penguin publishes. It's a recent one and I'm sure it will be much more entertaining than some of the morestilted 19th century English ones that Oxford University Press and other presses reprint. I've ordered a copy of the Signet/New American Library translation; it's a good, recent translation and it's the one I read about 15 years ago. I'm thinking about reading it again as well as THE COUNT OF MONTE CRISTO (only good translation by Robin Buss). I've also got another copy - I have no idea where the first one went! - of the recent ANNA KARENINA translation.
More coffee!
When you are done please let me know if you recommend it or not.
I'm pleased to hear of DF Sharon's progress. Three months is a long time to be in the hospital, even if it's rehab. It's great that she feels up to company; clearly, her spirits are good.
Good morning, all! I slept poorly again and so I slept late this morning. I had a long dream that had my parents and me involved in some way with a summer theatre but all I remember is my giving my mother the keys to my Gremlin and telling her that I needed to take their car and they could follow in mine when they were ready. And I was wearing a light blue shirt.
I think I will go to the New York Public Library today. I have some questions for the Theatre Division and I cando a bit of DEAREST ENEMY sleuthing.
DR cillaliz, I would go with the Norman Denny translaton that Penguin publishes. It's a recent one and I'm sure it will be much more entertaining than some of the morestilted 19th century English ones that Oxford University Press and other presses reprint. I've ordered a copy of the Signet/New American Library translation; it's a good, recent translation and it's the one I read about 15 years ago. I'm thinking about reading it again as well as THE COUNT OF MONTE CRISTO (only good translation by Robin Buss). I've also got another copy - I have no idea where the first one went! - of the recent ANNA KARENINA translation.
More coffee!
Thanks Elmore, this helps a lot. I've never actually read Les Miz, The County of Monte Cristo or Anna Karenina. I almost hate to admit that, but I think I'm going to remedy that soon. Right now I'm reading the End of Life Book Club.
I would like to read THE COUNT OF MONTE CRISTO. I will leave The COUNTY of Monte Cristo to Cillaliz. May I assume that she uses the word "county" on many legal documents?
I am currently trying to finish the entire Dick and Jane series. Ask me again next year.
Nicky says "Hi" to one and all.
I am currently trying to finish the entire Dick and Jane series. Ask me again next year.
Did you borrow them from Mikey?
DR cillaliz, I would go with the Norman Denny translaton that Penguin publishes. It's a recent one and I'm sure it will be much more entertaining than some of the more stilted 19th century English ones that Oxford University Press and other presses reprint. I've ordered a copy of the Signet/New American Library translation; it's a good, recent translation and it's the one I read about 15 years ago. I'm thinking about reading it again as well as THE COUNT OF MONTE CRISTO (only good translation by Robin Buss). I've also got another copy - I have no idea where the first one went! - of the recent ANNA KARENINA translation.
Now I'm even more confused ;)
From DR elmore:
The only decent complete and unabridged translation is the one from New American Library/Signet, new translation by Lee Fahnestock and Norman MacAfee.
Are you suggesting the Norman Denny translation over the unabridged version by Fahnestock & MacAfee?
The version I purchased (Hapgood translation) I chose because it was formatted for Nook and says it is unabridged. Nook now has the Denny translation. Reviews on this complain about problems with the format.
It is all very confusing trying to figure if I'm getting the best eBook or not. DR Cilla let me know if you decide to purchase a new translation than the one you have.
I got the Denny because it was mostly complaints about the table of contents not working or something like that. Anyway, it was something that didn't concern me and it was what Elmore recommended
I way I didn't stop talking about THE BOOK THIEF it amazes me everyone here hasn't read it ;)
Thanks to everyone for your vibes and prayers for both Sharon and Paul. I spoke to Paul briefly today. He sounded frazzled and was on his way to get his sister so I'll catch up with him later. The service isn't until Tuesday
I am currently trying to finish the entire Dick and Jane series. Ask me again next year.
Did you borrow them from Mikey?
He is reading the Bollywood translation.
I am currently trying to finish the entire Dick and Jane series. Ask me again next year.
Did you borrow them from Mikey?
He is reading the Bollywood translation.
The only Bollywood he can speak is "You Tarzan, Me want." And I'm sure he still screws up the grammar.
Thanks to everyone for your vibes and prayers for both Sharon and Paul. I spoke to Paul briefly today. He sounded frazzled and was on his way to get his sister so I'll catch up with him later. The service isn't until Tuesday
DR cillaliz, I would go with the Norman Denny translaton that Penguin publishes. It's a recent one and I'm sure it will be much more entertaining than some of the more stilted 19th century English ones that Oxford University Press and other presses reprint. I've ordered a copy of the Signet/New American Library translation; it's a good, recent translation and it's the one I read about 15 years ago. I'm thinking about reading it again as well as THE COUNT OF MONTE CRISTO (only good translation by Robin Buss). I've also got another copy - I have no idea where the first one went! - of the recent ANNA KARENINA translation.
Now I'm even more confused ;)
From DR elmore:
The only decent complete and unabridged translation is the one from New American Library/Signet, new translation by Lee Fahnestock and Norman MacAfee.
Are you suggesting the Norman Denny translation over the unabridged version by Fahnestock & MacAfee?
The version I purchased (Hapgood translation) I chose because it was formatted for Nook and says it is unabridged. Nook now has the Denny translation. Reviews on this complain about problems with the format.
It is all very confusing trying to figure if I'm getting the best eBook or not. DR Cilla let me know if you decide to purchase a new translation than the one you have.
I got the Denny because it was mostly complaints about the table of contents not working or something like that. Anyway, it was something that didn't concern me and it was what Elmore recommended
I recommended the Denny because the other translatin isn't available, as far as I can see, for a Kindle. I trust Penuin Books and I'm sure the Denny is qute fine. I honestly didn't know the Denny existed when I posted the comment about the Signet edition.
Thanks to everyone for your vibes and prayers for both Sharon and Paul. I spoke to Paul briefly today. He sounded frazzled and was on his way to get his sister so I'll catch up with him later. The service isn't until Tuesday
On New Year's Day? That will make it a painful anniversary every year.
Thanks to everyone for your vibes and prayers for both Sharon and Paul. I spoke to Paul briefly today. He sounded frazzled and was on his way to get his sister so I'll catch up with him later. The service isn't until Tuesday
I've been lax about this and I apologize. Some days I don't see past my own problems. I am really happy for Sharon because she's been through hell, and I am truly sorry for Paul's loss.
Thanks to everyone for your vibes and prayers for both Sharon and Paul. I spoke to Paul briefly today. He sounded frazzled and was on his way to get his sister so I'll catch up with him later. The service isn't until Tuesday
On New Year's Day? That will make it a painful anniversary every year.
No, it's Wednesday. I was wrong
Yeah, but she still died the day after Christmas and her funeral is the day after New Years. It won't be an easy time of the year. She was 95 1/2 years oldThanks to everyone for your vibes and prayers for both Sharon and Paul. I spoke to Paul briefly today. He sounded frazzled and was on his way to get his sister so I'll catch up with him later. The service isn't until Tuesday
On New Year's Day? That will make it a painful anniversary every year.
I think that will be a better idea.
No, it's Wednesday. I was wrong
Thanks to everyone for your vibes and prayers for both Sharon and Paul. I spoke to Paul briefly today. He sounded frazzled and was on his way to get his sister so I'll catch up with him later. The service isn't until Tuesday
I've been lax about this and I apologize. Some days I don't see past my own problems. I am really happy for Sharon because she's been through hell, and I am truly sorry for Paul's loss.
Yeah, but she still died the day after Christmas and her funeral is the day after New Years. It won't be an easy time of the year. She was 95 1/2 years oldThanks to everyone for your vibes and prayers for both Sharon and Paul. I spoke to Paul briefly today. He sounded frazzled and was on his way to get his sister so I'll catch up with him later. The service isn't until Tuesday
On New Year's Day? That will make it a painful anniversary every year.
I think that will be a better idea.
No, it's Wednesday. I was wrong
Elmore, I have also been remiss in wishing many vibes to you.~~~~~~~~~
Nine?
To bed!
I have to be up early for the barber. Since the shop's at Radio City, I can check out the Christmas tree as well.
Back from meeting one, which went very well. We then went to a CPK - I got some spinach artichoke dip for the table - 850 calories, and I hate half so that's not too bad.
And, RIP to film and television producer Gerry Anderson who was the creator of so many wonderful TV puppet shows like STINGRAY, CAPTAIN SCARLET, and THUNDERBIRDS. He died yesterday at age 83.
(http://static.guim.co.uk/sys-images/Guardian/Pix/pictures/2012/12/26/1356538833307/Gerry-Anderson-With-Troy--008.jpg)
(http://i.telegraph.co.uk/multimedia/archive/02437/gerry-anderson2_2437060b.jpg)
Wow, puppet shows. I must have skipped those.
I'm up. I was up at seven, actually. Last night, I put my car away at ten in the evening. I realized the gardener hadn't come and hence the trash cans hadn't been put out for Tuesday pick-up, which was obviously Christmas. And they hadn't come yesterday. I looked up and down the street - ten at night - no trash cans anywhere, so I figure they're not coming until next week or something. At seven, I hear the fershluganah trash truck, blocks away, mind you. So, I get up and take the two trash cans out to the curb. And EVERY DAMN HOUSE'S TRASH CANS ARE OUT THERE. When exactly did these cretins put them out - at midnight? At six in the morning?
LOL-probably.
I see that singer Fontella Bass has passed away at age 72. Loved her song RESCUE ME!Yeah, she had a great voice.
She was very pretty.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RJmz7UJK_CY (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RJmz7UJK_CY)