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Title: FAREWELL 2012, HELLO 2013!
Post by: bk on December 30, 2012, 11:57:25 PM
Well, you've read the notes, the notes bid a fond farewell to 2012 and a hearty hello to 2013, and now it is time for you to post until the cows come home - they're looking forward to a MOOvelous 2013.
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Post by: bk on December 30, 2012, 11:59:23 PM
And the word of the day is: NUMISMATICS!
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Post by: George on December 31, 2012, 12:36:59 AM
Happy New Year's Eve Day!! ;D
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Post by: Kerry on December 31, 2012, 04:27:57 AM
The last day of 2012.  And so it is.
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Post by: John G. on December 31, 2012, 04:43:06 AM
Good morning, all. And Happy New Year's Eve!

Feel better vibes for those needing them.

I didn't sleep well enough. The cedar pollen is heavy and it's raining outside, which seems initially just to wet it down rather than wash it away. Blech.
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Post by: Doug R on December 31, 2012, 04:47:53 AM
I'm sorry and surprised that bk didn't like "Young Adult". I thought it an exceptionally good film although I didn't consider it to be a comedy and I think it's a mistake to label it as such. I thought the script was excellent and Charlize Theron gave a perfect performance in a role which was novel and nuanced. I've watched it several since first seeing it a few weeks ago and each time I notice subtleties which were not obvious on a first viewing.
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Post by: Ginny on December 31, 2012, 04:48:16 AM
New Year's Eve morning greetings!  Richard and I have several errands to do, including going out for lunch.  We want to be home this evening to see the Broadway Live from Lincoln Center and to stay out of the snow that's predicted.
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Post by: Michael on December 31, 2012, 04:52:05 AM
good morning to all
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Post by: Michael on December 31, 2012, 04:52:41 AM
a most happy happy new year to all
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Post by: ChasSmith on December 31, 2012, 05:16:05 AM
Good last morning of 2012, all.

Coffee!
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Post by: Jrand74 on December 31, 2012, 05:16:12 AM
Last day of 2012....how can that be?

Very cold here with a bit more snow predicted to fall this afternoon.

I am going to spend my Gift Card from Meijer this morning.....if it is not too busy!  And do a bit of other shopping.  I don't have to do MAJOR shopping since I did that on Friday.

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Post by: Jrand74 on December 31, 2012, 05:16:36 AM
Vibes to the youngsters in DR LAURA's congregation.....
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Post by: Jrand74 on December 31, 2012, 05:16:57 AM
I think my sister and I are going to see LINCOLN on Wednesday.....time will tell.
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Post by: Jrand74 on December 31, 2012, 05:19:28 AM
TOD:

I would like to make a resolution that we have TERM limits for all politicians.....if you can only have a couple of terms as Representative or Senator, then you can't become so powerful or be so influenced by special interests.

AND I would like to make a resolution that if you have been elected to office, you can't become a lobbyist afterwards.....

BUT I don't expect either of those things to happen.....ever.
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Post by: elmore3003 on December 31, 2012, 05:37:38 AM
Good morning, all! I wish every DR a fantastic 2013, filled with joy, health and prosperity!

I will shortly head down to Toyland for a couple of hours. On my way home, I will stop at the market. I plan to spend tomorrow accomplishing little and being lazy.

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Post by: John G. on December 31, 2012, 06:17:01 AM
I'm sorry and surprised that bk didn't like "Young Adult". I thought it an exceptionally good film although I didn't consider it to be a comedy and I think it's a mistake to label it as such. I thought the script was excellent and Charlize Theron gave a perfect performance in a role which was novel and nuanced. I've watched it several since first seeing it a few weeks ago and each time I notice subtleties which were not obvious on a first viewing.
I liked Charlize Theron in the movie a lot, but I can't say that I cared for the script or thought much of the movie overall.
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Post by: John G. on December 31, 2012, 06:17:30 AM
Good morning, all! I wish every DR a fantastic 2013, filled with joy, health and prosperity!

I will shortly head down to Toyland for a couple of hours. On my way home, I will stop at the market. I plan to spend tomorrow accomplishing little and being lazy.


That sounds like a wonderful day.
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Post by: Druxy on December 31, 2012, 06:24:03 AM
I'm sorry and surprised that bk didn't like "Young Adult". I thought it an exceptionally good film although I didn't consider it to be a comedy and I think it's a mistake to label it as such. I thought the script was excellent and Charlize Theron gave a perfect performance in a role which was novel and nuanced. I've watched it several since first seeing it a few weeks ago and each time I notice subtleties which were not obvious on a first viewing.

I liked YOUNG ADULT, but except for the score, I've always thought HANS CHRISTIAN ANDERSEN was a total dud.
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Post by: Druxy on December 31, 2012, 06:24:38 AM
Happy New Year, everybody!
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Post by: Laura on December 31, 2012, 06:30:10 AM
Good morning. My last cup of coffee for 2012!
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Post by: Laura on December 31, 2012, 06:30:39 AM
My buddy got a new birding scope, so today we plan to go out and look at the ducks on the OTHER side of the lake.
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Post by: Laura on December 31, 2012, 06:31:15 AM
Then I will make soup for our festive New Year's Eve Party. And a cherpumple.
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Post by: ChasSmith on December 31, 2012, 06:44:37 AM
Sounds like I'd be bored with YOUNG ADULT.  One never knows, of course.  I do know I'm not rushing out to find it.  Hadn't even heard of it till reading the notes.

I also hadn't heard of the two films BK reported on yesterday, but both of those DID sound like they'd appeal to the likes of moi.  Now I have to go back to see what the hell they were!   :)
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Post by: ChasSmith on December 31, 2012, 06:49:11 AM
Re HANS CHRISTIAN ANDERSEN...  Very sorry to hear it is so disappointing in general. 

I'd really hoped (as I'll bet many are likewise hoping) that it would be one of those childhood gems that had somehow lain dormant all these years and now is a real find on Blu-ray.  Well, I shall watch it soon and appreciate all there is to be appreciated -- the music, at least, and Danny Kaye to the extent possible.  But what a shame to hear it's such a dud in so many other ways.
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Post by: Cillaliz on December 31, 2012, 07:58:53 AM
Good morning!!  I have a busy day today.  I'm getting the car serviced this morning, having ice cream with my client and his kids this afternoon and going to a party tonight.   I'll likely be back but if I'm not....HAPPY NEW YEAR to everyone celebrate sanely
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Post by: ArnoldMBrockman on December 31, 2012, 08:05:53 AM
And the word of the day is: NUMISMATICS!

And The Song Of The Day Is:  WE'RE IN THE MONEY


And A Very Happy,Healthy and Prosperous New Year To All Of The Dear Readers On This Here Site.
The Best Site On The Internet(And I'll Drink To That)
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Post by: Jrand74 on December 31, 2012, 08:24:20 AM
Indeed - and to you as well DR ARNOLDMBROCKMAN
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Post by: Jrand74 on December 31, 2012, 08:24:39 AM
Weather advisory for my county again today.
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Post by: John G. on December 31, 2012, 08:28:35 AM
And the word of the day is: NUMISMATICS!

And The Song Of The Day Is:  WE'RE IN THE MONEY


And A Very Happy,Healthy and Prosperous New Year To All Of The Dear Readers On This Here Site.
The Best Site On The Internet(And I'll Drink To That)
I wish I could drink on that. But not at work. Tonight, yes.
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Post by: ArnoldMBrockman on December 31, 2012, 08:44:28 AM
And the word of the day is: NUMISMATICS!

And The Song Of The Day Is:  WE'RE IN THE MONEY


And A Very Happy,Healthy and Prosperous New Year To All Of The Dear Readers On This Here Site.
The Best Site On The Internet(And I'll Drink To That)
I wish I could drink on that. But not at work. Tonight, yes.

Tonight It Is !!!!!
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Post by: John G. on December 31, 2012, 09:05:57 AM
Two!
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Post by: elmore3003 on December 31, 2012, 09:19:04 AM
Greetings from Toyland! I have been quite busy since I got here: meeting with Curtis on the current ROBERTA situation; we're in great shape!; search of two of the seven McGlinn external hard drives for music from SHOW BOAT. When I leave here, I'm heading back uptown to market and then to home.
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Post by: ChasSmith on December 31, 2012, 09:21:27 AM
Greetings from Toyland! I have been quite busy since I got here: meeting with Curtis on the current ROBERTA situation; we're in great shape!; search of two of the seven McGlinn external hard drives for music from SHOW BOAT. When I leave here, I'm heading back uptown to market and then to home.

SHOW BOAT music --- meaning, scores or recordings or what?
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Post by: John G. on December 31, 2012, 10:27:34 AM
Waiting for the president to speak on the fiscal cliff. Then maybe, just maybe, I'll get to go home early.
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Post by: elmore3003 on December 31, 2012, 10:43:18 AM
Greetings from Toyland! I have been quite busy since I got here: meeting with Curtis on the current ROBERTA situation; we're in great shape!; search of two of the seven McGlinn external hard drives for music from SHOW BOAT. When I leave here, I'm heading back uptown to market and then to home.

SHOW BOAT music --- meaning, scores or recordings or what?

A lot of work he did for the recording and after.
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Post by: Jane on December 31, 2012, 10:54:02 AM
From DR TCB:
Quote
You should see what being in a wheelchair has done to mine.

I can imagine :(
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Post by: Jane on December 31, 2012, 10:55:19 AM
Keith & I had Shingles Virus Vaccination.  My brother forgot I told him to get one.  He truly regrets his discussion so I didn't remind him of my advice.
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Post by: Jane on December 31, 2012, 10:56:27 AM
Thank you DR John G.  If I do get there we can have an HHW mini gathering :)
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Post by: Jane on December 31, 2012, 10:57:24 AM

DR Vixmom I believe you can get a shingles vaccination before yo are 60 but then need one again later on.  Recommendations change so it wouldn't hurt to ask about it.
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Post by: Jane on December 31, 2012, 10:59:45 AM
My buddy got a new birding scope

What does that look like?  Is it easy to carry?
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Post by: Jane on December 31, 2012, 11:00:47 AM
Greetings from Toyland! I have been quite busy since I got here: meeting with Curtis on the current ROBERTA situation; we're in great shape!;

:)
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Post by: Jane on December 31, 2012, 11:38:58 AM
I'm waiting for the carpet cleaner who will arrive any minute now.  Keith is at the gym burning off calories.  I'm jealous.
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 11:40:12 AM
Doug, certainly the way they continue to mis-sell films is a big problem.  When you're told something is a comedy then one expects - you know, a comedy.  Perhaps I'll watch it again at some point, but I just didn't like it at all, comedy or not.  The leading lady is fine as are all the actors. 
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 11:40:58 AM
Oh, and I'm up.  I got up just before ten, turned on the heat, and got right back into bed and waited till it warmed up a bit.
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Post by: elmore3003 on December 31, 2012, 11:42:06 AM
I've made my run to the corner market for tomato paste and tomato sauce. Someone on the first floor of my building is cooking pork with a lot of spices and it smells so good it is driving me mad .
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Post by: elmore3003 on December 31, 2012, 11:43:26 AM
That was my last trip for 2012. I am staying in now until Wednesday morning.
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Post by: Jane on December 31, 2012, 11:56:34 AM
I've made my run to the corner market for tomato paste and tomato sauce. Someone on the first floor of my building is cooking pork with a lot of spices and it smells so good it is driving me mad .

;D
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Post by: Jane on December 31, 2012, 11:58:15 AM
I just gave our wonderful FedX delivery guy a big hug goodbye as he is retiring.  Today was his last day.  Keith will be sorry he didn't get to say goodbye.

It isn't difficult to image how much we will miss this very good guy as he is DR MBarnum's dear brother.
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Post by: Jane on December 31, 2012, 11:58:43 AM
The new carpet guy is here.  He seems nice.
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Post by: Jrand74 on December 31, 2012, 12:20:29 PM
Retirement is a good thing.
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Post by: Jane on December 31, 2012, 12:21:41 PM
I agree :)
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Post by: Matthew on December 31, 2012, 12:31:02 PM
Hi everyone
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Post by: MBarnum on December 31, 2012, 12:38:58 PM
I just gave our wonderful FedX delivery guy a big hug goodbye as he is retiring.  Today was his last day.  Keith will be sorry he didn't get to say goodbye.

It isn't difficult to image how much we will miss this very good guy as he is DR MBarnum's dear brother.

Yep, first my sister retires, now my big brother! When is my turn, that is what I want to know!
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Post by: Laura on December 31, 2012, 12:40:15 PM
Wow. My buddy must have been a VERY bad girl this year. It's a Swarovski.
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Post by: Laura on December 31, 2012, 12:40:52 PM
The bottom and middle layers of the cherpumple are in the oven.

We stayed out birding longer than I thought we were going to, so I am behind now.
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Post by: MBarnum on December 31, 2012, 12:42:03 PM
One of my favorite supporting players of the 40s died earlier this month, at age 97! He had quite a life!

RIP Greg McClure

(I posted this photo of him yesterday on Facebook, but I think it is worth a second look!)


(http://i370.photobucket.com/albums/oo146/mbarnum/gregmcclure1_zps2d535b7f.jpg)
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Post by: Jane on December 31, 2012, 12:45:47 PM
I just gave our wonderful FedX delivery guy a big hug goodbye as he is retiring.  Today was his last day.  Keith will be sorry he didn't get to say goodbye.

It isn't difficult to image how much we will miss this very good guy as he is DR MBarnum's dear brother.

Yep, first my sister retires, now my big brother! When is my turn, that is what I want to know!

Poor DR MBarnum.  When you are their age will you be able to retire?
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Post by: Jane on December 31, 2012, 12:46:59 PM
Wow. My buddy must have been a VERY bad girl this year. It's a Swarovski.

I'm guessing this is impressive to you-lol.
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Post by: Jane on December 31, 2012, 12:48:34 PM
One of my favorite supporting players of the 40s died earlier this month, at age 97! He had quite a life!

RIP Greg McClure

(I posted this photo of him yesterday on Facebook, but I think it is worth a second look!)


97, not bad. 
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Post by: Laura on December 31, 2012, 01:02:25 PM
Wow. My buddy must have been a VERY bad girl this year. It's a Swarovski.

I'm guessing this is impressive to you-lol.

VERY impressive.
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Post by: Dan (the Man) on December 31, 2012, 01:20:54 PM
TOD:

I want Gun Control. 

I dont want a dialogue.  I don't want a debate.  I don't want a discussion.

I want Gun Control.  Period. 

Enough.
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Post by: Donald on December 31, 2012, 01:25:37 PM
HAPPY NEW YEAR everyone!   Just to let you know that the year-end special Broadway Radio Show is now up on this here website for your listening pleasure.  Tune in to hear my choices for the Top Ten Cast Recordings of 2012 along with my selections for the best Female and Male vocalists CDs.  Do my picks match yours???  Trust me, you'll be surprised by many of my picks.  Have fun and here's to a happy, healthy and prosperous 2013!
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Post by: Dan (the Man) on December 31, 2012, 01:27:28 PM
Page Three Dance:

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v130/WandaDuck/Fancy_free-Andrea-Mohin_zpsafe36e38.jpg)
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Post by: DakotaCelt on December 31, 2012, 01:27:44 PM
And the word of the day is: NUMISMATICS!

And The Song Of The Day Is:  WE'RE IN THE MONEY


And A Very Happy,Healthy and Prosperous New Year To All Of The Dear Readers On This Here Site.
The Best Site On The Internet(And I'll Drink To That)

With a stamp of approval... :-)
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Post by: Dan (the Man) on December 31, 2012, 01:31:13 PM
Spent the day so far doing productive things like paying bills, banking, laundry and transferring items to my new wallet.  For fun, I took a pile of winning lottery tickets to the 7-11 and cashed them in.  I now have $24 burning a hole in my pocket!
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Post by: Dan (the Man) on December 31, 2012, 01:39:36 PM
I'm about to perform a solemn yearly ritual--going from room to room throughout the house and taking down the 2012 calendars.  But I'll wait until tomorrow to put up 2013.

The 2012 calendars were hastily purchased and were mostly an unispired lot.  They set the pace for the entire year.  This year I took my time to get an odd and eclectic assortment in the hopes that they will help bring about a more interesting year (and hopefully interesting in a good way...)
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Post by: Dan (the Man) on December 31, 2012, 01:40:32 PM
Gosh--it's dark out already.  I thought the days were suppose to be getting longer.
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Post by: Matthew on December 31, 2012, 01:49:22 PM
In the middle of preparing the New Years Eve meal.

prime rib, Yorkshire pudding, Mac and cheese cups, grilled asparagus, salad with nuts, pomegranate seeds, crasins and goat cheese with a lemon vinaigrette, and a banana toffee pie.
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 02:14:06 PM
And a wonderful radio show it is - as always - and those who don't tune in are really missing out on Donald's unique and great show.
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 02:15:22 PM
Picked up three packages, ate some tuna pasta salad but did not finish it yet and soon I'll get ready to be on my way to the El Portal.  Now, let's get the HELL off page three and ring out 2012 in style, not absentia.  We must have a lovelier than lovely partay tonight - I'll be back around six to begin the festivities.
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Post by: vixmom on December 31, 2012, 02:22:50 PM
I wish you all a very HAPPY, HEALTHY, PROSPEROUS, and CREATIVELY SATISFYING  YEAR!!!
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Post by: vixmom on December 31, 2012, 02:23:48 PM
and I'm home!
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Post by: vixmom on December 31, 2012, 02:26:16 PM
I have some nice  rib steaks which have been marinating since last night and shrimp for shrimp cocktail  and crab cakes and our traditional sweet & spicy cocktail franks
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Post by: vixmom on December 31, 2012, 02:28:37 PM
hotdog sauce is steak sauce, catsup, brown sugar and vinegar simmer it slow add the dogs simmer slow and let them sit over night in the fridge to soak up all the flavor and then simmer them  again till  they're warm


delish!!


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Post by: vixmom on December 31, 2012, 02:29:11 PM
especially on a cracker with a nice piece of sharp cheddar
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Post by: John G. on December 31, 2012, 02:44:46 PM
I have some nice  rib steaks which have been marinating since last night and shrimp for shrimp cocktail  and crab cakes and our traditional sweet & spicy cocktail franks
I'm coming to your house. If I start walking now, I might make by New Year's 2014.
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Post by: Cillaliz on December 31, 2012, 02:47:07 PM
Happy New Year's Eve!   I had a wonderful afternoon and got to meet 5 great kids that I helped come to the USA from Somalia via Kenya.   They gave me thank you cards and a beautiful shawl/scarf.  We all met at an ice cream shop and had a great time.  They are some of the nicest and most polite kids (4th grade-10th grade) that I've ever met.  It was a joy to spend time with them
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Post by: ChasSmith on December 31, 2012, 02:47:24 PM
I have some nice  rib steaks which have been marinating since last night and shrimp for shrimp cocktail  and crab cakes and our traditional sweet & spicy cocktail franks
I'm coming to your house. If I start walking now, I might make by New Year's 2014.

I'm going to DR Matthew's.  But I'll stop at DR vixmom's for a snack on the way.
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Post by: Jane on December 31, 2012, 02:52:04 PM
  Have fun and here's to a happy, healthy and prosperous 2013!

The same to you.
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Post by: ChasSmith on December 31, 2012, 02:53:17 PM
I have some nice  rib steaks which have been marinating since last night and shrimp for shrimp cocktail  and crab cakes and our traditional sweet & spicy cocktail franks
I'm coming to your house. If I start walking now, I might make by New Year's 2014.

I'm going to DR Matthew's.  But I'll stop at DR vixmom's for a snack on the way.

Oh wait.

Rib steaks?  Crab cakes?

I may have to fill my pockets with a bunch of those.
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Post by: Jane on December 31, 2012, 02:53:26 PM
Happy New Year's Eve!   I had a wonderful afternoon and got to meet 5 great kids that I helped come to the USA from Somalia via Kenya.   They gave me thank you cards and a beautiful shawl/scarf.  We all met at an ice cream shop and had a great time.  They are some of the nicest and most polite kids (4th grade-10th grade) that I've ever met.  It was a joy to spend time with them

:D
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Post by: Jane on December 31, 2012, 02:54:33 PM
I need to go to the mailbox.  There should be a top in there for me I ordered.  I really need it to fit and look great as I am out of options for something to wear to my niece's wedding on the beach.
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Post by: elmore3003 on December 31, 2012, 02:58:01 PM
I've made in the last three hours a huge vat of chili. I do love my new stove! Sometime soon I've got to try out the oven.

I'll have some chili and cheddar cheese andcrackers for dinner, and when the pot is cool, I'll fill a lot of containers and freeze some of it.
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Post by: Cillaliz on December 31, 2012, 03:08:02 PM
New Cat sitter - victim of Ninja Boo just stopped by and dropped off the key and picked up her check.   Callie was not pleased to see her and really started hissing.    It's clear to me that Callie will need to be boarded in the future to get her meds when I'm gone.   Sharon said she'll be back some day, but in the mean time, that's the way it's going to have to be. 
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Post by: Cillaliz on December 31, 2012, 03:08:25 PM
Did I mention yesterday that I spent the afternoon with Sharon?   We had a great time
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Post by: Laura on December 31, 2012, 03:09:47 PM
I'm glad you and Sharon had a nice visit. And I think Callie and Boo are simply being loyal to Sharon by hating all other cat sitters.
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Post by: Cillaliz on December 31, 2012, 03:10:31 PM
Time to figure out when the NYE party starts tonight and to wrap my white elephant.   I was going to do a really cool one, but decided to just wrap the Hostess Fruitcake I will never eat and do that instead.
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Post by: Cillaliz on December 31, 2012, 03:11:28 PM
I'm glad you and Sharon had a nice visit. And I think Callie and Boo are simply being loyal to Sharon by hating all other cat sitters.

LOL!   That's possible.   When she's up and around I'm hoping she can come over for a visit and see the cats.   She asked me to send her photos so I did.

Actually I was with her Saturday, not yesterday
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Post by: vixmom on December 31, 2012, 03:20:32 PM
I have some nice  rib steaks which have been marinating since last night and shrimp for shrimp cocktail  and crab cakes and our traditional sweet & spicy cocktail franks
I'm coming to your house. If I start walking now, I might make by New Year's 2014.

come on up!  I'll serve the same stuff next year and maybe throw in some Lobster  dip if I know you'll be here!
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Post by: vixmom on December 31, 2012, 03:21:04 PM
Happy New Year's Eve!   I had a wonderful afternoon and got to meet 5 great kids that I helped come to the USA from Somalia via Kenya.   They gave me thank you cards and a beautiful shawl/scarf.  We all met at an ice cream shop and had a great time.  They are some of the nicest and most polite kids (4th grade-10th grade) that I've ever met.  It was a joy to spend time with them

that is lovely  What a great way to end the year!
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Post by: vixmom on December 31, 2012, 03:21:57 PM
I have some nice  rib steaks which have been marinating since last night and shrimp for shrimp cocktail  and crab cakes and our traditional sweet & spicy cocktail franks
I'm coming to your house. If I start walking now, I might make by New Year's 2014.

I'm going to DR Matthew's.  But I'll stop at DR vixmom's for a snack on the way.

Maybe we'll bring the stuff to you house then we can cozy round the fireplace and look at the lovely yard
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Post by: vixmom on December 31, 2012, 03:24:16 PM
Better yet - let's all go to Jane's -  except we'll proabably have to eat tofu and brown rice instead of  rib steaks and crab and  shrimp  :)
 
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Post by: vixmom on December 31, 2012, 03:26:14 PM
Weather advisory for my county again today.

 I read this as "country" at first!

STAY SAFE AND WARM!!
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Post by: vixmom on December 31, 2012, 03:29:36 PM
well I guess I better start the cooking process
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Post by: Jeanne on December 31, 2012, 03:43:07 PM
Hello, everyone.

AND A HAPPY NEW YEAR to ALL!!

May we all have a great year!
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Post by: Jeanne on December 31, 2012, 03:46:10 PM
Re: YOUNG ADULT:
I couldn't get through it, turned it off about 1/3 through. This is quite unusual for me. I was fine with Charlize, but didn't like her character or anything else. I guess I missed the nuances.
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Post by: John G. on December 31, 2012, 03:50:30 PM
And a wonderful radio show it is - as always - and those who don't tune in are really missing out on Donald's unique and great show.
Am currently enjoying it while I try to make dinner. I'm not into making dinner, though. Would much prefer listening. Am up to No. 6 on the list.
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Post by: Jeanne on December 31, 2012, 03:51:17 PM
It is surprisingly chilly here today. A gorgeous day with lots of blue sky, but cold. It is unusual for us to have highs in the 50s unless it's raining.
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Post by: John G. on December 31, 2012, 03:52:03 PM
Did I mention yesterday that I spent the afternoon with Sharon?   We had a great time
Great news.
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Post by: Jeanne on December 31, 2012, 03:52:17 PM
It feels like time for a nap (even though it isn't raining.)
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Post by: John G. on December 31, 2012, 03:52:50 PM
I have some nice  rib steaks which have been marinating since last night and shrimp for shrimp cocktail  and crab cakes and our traditional sweet & spicy cocktail franks
I'm coming to your house. If I start walking now, I might make by New Year's 2014.

I'm going to DR Matthew's.  But I'll stop at DR vixmom's for a snack on the way.
It is quite the toss up. My meatloaf will not measure up.
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Post by: Jeanne on December 31, 2012, 03:52:56 PM
WBBL. TTFN.
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Post by: George on December 31, 2012, 03:59:45 PM
TOD:

I want Gun Control. 

I dont want a dialogue.  I don't want a debate.  I don't want a discussion.

I want Gun Control.  Period. 

Enough.

Ditto! >:(
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Post by: George on December 31, 2012, 04:00:09 PM
I'm about to perform a solemn yearly ritual--going from room to room throughout the house and taking down the 2012 calendars.  But I'll wait until tomorrow to put up 2013.

The 2012 calendars were hastily purchased and were mostly an unispired lot.  They set the pace for the entire year.  This year I took my time to get an odd and eclectic assortment in the hopes that they will help bring about a more interesting year (and hopefully interesting in a good way...)

I used to get a daily "Get Fuzzy" calendar, but for some reason, I didn't for this year (2012).  I've been getting a Futurama wall calendar for more than 10 years, now.  I put that up at work. :D
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Post by: George on December 31, 2012, 04:03:16 PM
Picked up three packages, ate some tuna pasta salad but did not finish it yet and soon I'll get ready to be on my way to the El Portal.  Now, let's get the HELL off page three and ring out 2012 in style, not absentia.  We must have a lovelier than lovely partay tonight - I'll be back around six to begin the festivities.

I have to take a shower soon and get ready to leave.  I have to feed my friend Margo's cats, then I'm going with the family to Budd Bay Café for dinner (our annual tradition), then I've been invited to a friend's 40th Birthday/New Year's Eve party!  I'll go there right after dinner at the restaurant.  I won't be back until tomorrow...next year!
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Post by: George on December 31, 2012, 04:08:15 PM
I'm also going to record CNN with Anderson Cooper and Kathy Griffin!  They're so much fun together.  I can't wait to see what happens between them this year. ;)
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Post by: Jane on December 31, 2012, 04:09:39 PM
I'm getting tired of the "quote" not working.
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Post by: Jane on December 31, 2012, 04:11:01 PM
I've made in the last three hours a huge vat of chili. I do love my new stove! Sometime soon I've got to try out the oven.

I'll have some chili and cheddar cheese andcrackers for dinner, and when the pot is cool, I'll fill a lot of containers and freeze some of it.

New stoves are nice.  What will you make to christen your oven?
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Post by: Jane on December 31, 2012, 04:11:58 PM
New Cat sitter - victim of Ninja Boo just stopped by and dropped off the key and picked up her check.   Callie was not pleased to see her and really started hissing.    It's clear to me that Callie will need to be boarded in the future to get her meds when I'm gone.   Sharon said she'll be back some day, but in the mean time, that's the way it's going to have to be. 

I wish I could watch her for you.
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Post by: Jane on December 31, 2012, 04:12:34 PM
Did I mention yesterday that I spent the afternoon with Sharon?   We had a great time

Only that you planned to.  A great time, fantastic!
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Post by: Jane on December 31, 2012, 04:14:00 PM
Better yet - let's all go to Jane's -  except we'll proabably have to eat tofu and brown rice instead of  rib steaks and crab and  shrimp  :)
 

Tofu and white rice ;)

We make delicious eggplant rolls.
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Post by: George on December 31, 2012, 04:22:46 PM
I'm getting tired of the "quote" not working.

What's been happening?  It works perfectly fine for me.  What browser are you using?  I'm on Mozilla Firefox, version 17.0.1.
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Post by: Jrand74 on December 31, 2012, 04:23:09 PM
I have received a surprise invitation to a NYE party from my sister.....I am not sure how long I will stay.  I may be back....
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Post by: George on December 31, 2012, 04:24:58 PM
I'm getting tired of the "quote" not working.

What's been happening?  It works perfectly fine for me.  What browser are you using?  I'm on Mozilla Firefox, version 17.0.1.

And with THIS quote, I'm in Internet Explorer, version 8.0.6001.18702.
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Post by: Jane on December 31, 2012, 04:27:54 PM
DR George it sounds like a night of partying for you.  Have fun.
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Post by: George on December 31, 2012, 04:28:36 PM
Thank, Jane and good luck with the quoting!
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Post by: George on December 31, 2012, 04:30:10 PM
Well, I need to take a shower now and then leave for the evening.  I'm sorry that I won't be here, so...

HAPPY NEW YEAR, EVERYONE!!
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Post by: Ginny on December 31, 2012, 04:46:03 PM
We left here about noon, did a boatload of errands, had a lovely late lunch/early dinner at Bravo, visited Mom, and got home just as the snow moved in.  We are in for the rest of the year!
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Post by: Sam on December 31, 2012, 04:50:42 PM
 ;D
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Post by: Sam on December 31, 2012, 04:51:26 PM
HAPPY NEW YEAR'S EVE EVERYONE.

 :) ;) ;D 8) :-*
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Post by: Jennifer on December 31, 2012, 04:52:48 PM
Happy New Year's Eve!   I had a wonderful afternoon and got to meet 5 great kids that I helped come to the USA from Somalia via Kenya.   They gave me thank you cards and a beautiful shawl/scarf.  We all met at an ice cream shop and had a great time.  They are some of the nicest and most polite kids (4th grade-10th grade) that I've ever met.  It was a joy to spend time with them

That sounds wonderful!
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Post by: Jennifer on December 31, 2012, 04:54:44 PM
Sounds like DRs are eating some good food!

Glad DR Cillaliz got to visit with Sharon. Hope she continues to improve!
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Post by: Sam on December 31, 2012, 04:55:01 PM
It's been a wild ride this year.

I'm looking forward to 2013.

My motto will be "I need to get out of my own way, and the rest will fall into place"

 ;D
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Post by: Jennifer on December 31, 2012, 04:55:44 PM
I'm also going to record CNN with Anderson Cooper and Kathy Griffin!  They're so much fun together.  I can't wait to see what happens between them this year. ;)

I need to check the CNN site to see what time they are on at. My tv's listings doesn't show anything.
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Post by: Ginny on December 31, 2012, 04:56:13 PM
DR Cillaliz, you seem to have had a lovely stay-cation!
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Post by: Jane on December 31, 2012, 04:56:28 PM
(https://sphotos-a.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ash4/200440_10151142254956746_468237718_n.jpg)
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Post by: Sam on December 31, 2012, 04:57:09 PM
EXTRA SPECIAL MEGA VIBES FOR 2013 FOR EVERYONE.

EXTRA SPECIAL HUGS AND KISSES FOR EVERYONE.

 :)
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Post by: Jennifer on December 31, 2012, 04:57:11 PM
It is very cold here. And the temps are supposed to be extremely cold tonight and tomorrow. :(

I went to Costco today. And had lunch there. You can't be at hot dog and a drink for $1.50.
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Post by: Jane on December 31, 2012, 04:57:57 PM
EXTRA SPECIAL MEGA VIBES FOR 2013 FOR EVERYONE.

EXTRA SPECIAL HUGS AND KISSES FOR EVERYONE.

 :)

:)

DR Sam are you doing anything special tonight?
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Post by: Sam on December 31, 2012, 04:58:23 PM
Back to errands.

Need to get ready to leave by 6.

Hugs and kisses.

 :-*
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Post by: Sam on December 31, 2012, 05:01:01 PM
Hi Jane.

Just hanging out with the boyfriend.

And watching Matt Helm movies.

I love Dean Martin.   The movies from the 60's are so much fun.

Will try to stay awake till midnight.

Then he has to pickup his son after midnight.     8)
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Post by: Sam on December 31, 2012, 05:03:16 PM
Oh, and I played in the snow yesterday.   Just a hour or so drive from home.


 8) 8) 8)  And throwing snowballs is still the best.   ;D ;D ;D
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Post by: Sam on December 31, 2012, 05:04:44 PM
Mega happiness for New Year's eve.

 ;D
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Post by: Jane on December 31, 2012, 05:16:45 PM
Hi Jane.

Just hanging out with the boyfriend.

And watching Matt Helm movies.

I love Dean Martin.   The movies from the 60's are so much fun.

Will try to stay awake till midnight.

Then he has to pickup his son after midnight.     8)

It sounds like a good way to bring in the New Year.
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Post by: Jane on December 31, 2012, 05:16:58 PM
Oh, and I played in the snow yesterday.   Just a hour or so drive from home.


 8) 8) 8)  And throwing snowballs is still the best.   ;D ;D ;D

:)
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Post by: Jane on December 31, 2012, 05:28:14 PM
(https://sphotos-a.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-prn1/65133_4633837357795_1409893720_n.jpg)
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Post by: KevinH on December 31, 2012, 05:30:34 PM
Happy New Year's Eve!
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Post by: Matthew on December 31, 2012, 05:32:09 PM
Meat is in the oven.  Everything else is ready so when the meat comes out, other things can go in in some sort of order.  The DP has failed to start serving the cocktails, which is no surprise to me.  (trying to remember why I'm making this dinner....)
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Post by: Jane on December 31, 2012, 05:37:17 PM
DR Matthew wishes you enjoy the evening,.
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Post by: ChasSmith on December 31, 2012, 05:37:46 PM
Meat is in the oven.  Everything else is ready so when the meat comes out, other things can go in in some sort of order.  The DP has failed to start serving the cocktails, which is no surprise to me.  (trying to remember why I'm making this dinner....)

What are the cocktails?
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Post by: John G. on December 31, 2012, 05:38:22 PM
Mega happiness for New Year's eve.

 ;D
And the same to you!
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Post by: John G. on December 31, 2012, 05:39:00 PM
First gimlet of the evening is halfway gone.
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Post by: John G. on December 31, 2012, 05:39:52 PM
Finally finished the recent Broadway Radio Show. It seems I have a lot of CD buying to do. I only had three of the top 10 CDs and only one of the runners-up.
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Post by: ChasSmith on December 31, 2012, 05:41:41 PM
Oy.  I need to listen to that.
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Post by: Jane on December 31, 2012, 05:44:54 PM
First gimlet of the evening is halfway gone.

Do you make pitchers of these and serve them?  It isn't something Keith or I drink so I'm not familiar with it.  I believe they are served like martini's.

How many people do you have there?
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Post by: John G. on December 31, 2012, 05:49:34 PM
First gimlet of the evening is halfway gone.

Do you make pitchers of these and serve them?  It isn't something Keith or I drink so I'm not familiar with it.  I believe they are served like martini's.

How many people do you have there?
Not doing anything tonight. Just staying at home, so no people in my messy home.

I read an article on gin recently and its easy recipe was half gin, half Rose's Lime Juice. I'm having a double. To start with.
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Post by: John G. on December 31, 2012, 05:50:17 PM
Why copy editors are needed. The following is from an about.com article:

"Helmed by Tony winner Kathleen Turner, Nice Work If You Can Get It is a collection of the Gershwins music strung together with a plot straight out of a zany 1930's romantic comedy romp."

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Post by: Jane on December 31, 2012, 05:57:56 PM
I don't like gin.  I did have a 15 year old scotch at dinner Friday night.
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Post by: John G. on December 31, 2012, 06:02:24 PM
I don't like gin.  I did have a 15 year old scotch at dinner Friday night.
I like scotch, too, but gin is more summery, so it's more appropriate for here. And I needed a feel of summer today.  It was misty in the morning, which was beautiful, but it has turned to rain. Not really cold, but wet and depressing.

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Post by: John G. on December 31, 2012, 06:03:52 PM
By the way, some nice soul gave me a bottle of 12-year-old Abelour Scotch this afternoon. Will investigate in a day or two.
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Post by: John G. on December 31, 2012, 06:04:53 PM
The hottest of the hotties on stage this year:

http://thecraptacular.com/2012/12/the-12-hottest-onstage-hotties-of-2012-the-men/

http://thecraptacular.com/2012/12/the-12-hottest-onstage-hotties-of-2012-the-ladies/
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Post by: John G. on December 31, 2012, 06:05:01 PM
Six!
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Post by: Jane on December 31, 2012, 06:14:33 PM
By the way, some nice soul gave me a bottle of 12-year-old Abelour Scotch this afternoon. Will investigate in a day or two.

Hmmm, that is one I don't think I have tried.  I'm not sure because I can't remember the names of all the ones I've tasted.  I only know that, so far, my favorites are Dalwhinnie & Glenlivet. 

Now I'm in the mood for a few sips of Dalwhinnie.  Since it is New Year's Eve I shall have some. :)
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Post by: John G. on December 31, 2012, 06:34:07 PM
By the way, some nice soul gave me a bottle of 12-year-old Abelour Scotch this afternoon. Will investigate in a day or two.

Hmmm, that is one I don't think I have tried.  I'm not sure because I can't remember the names of all the ones I've tasted.  I only know that, so far, my favorites are Dalwhinnie & Glenlivet. 

Now I'm in the mood for a few sips of Dalwhinnie.  Since it is New Year's Eve I shall have some. :)
Sounds like a good plan.
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Post by: John G. on December 31, 2012, 06:35:21 PM
Watching a tape of the Encores! "Pipe Dream." Leslie Uggams is a wonder. The show is a mess, but the Rodgers melodies are sublime.
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Post by: Jane on December 31, 2012, 06:36:36 PM
GOODBYE 2012!

'night
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 06:41:11 PM
Home from the little Christmas show at the El Portal.  You couldn't have better talent than the four who were in this, but man, what a sort of bore the show itself is.  It's kind of a Frank Sinatra-themed Christmas show but what's the point really?  They have to shoehorn in a bunch of non-holiday Sinatra songs, the dialogue is completely without humor (oh, it tries and the poor cast has to make do) - Jason Graae told me later they cut a lot of the really lame jokes and added their own punch lines.  It was a quiet but appreciative house and I knew several people in attendance, including Jason's mom.   
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 06:41:41 PM
But best of all - I'm home for the PARTAY!  I cannot believe Jane has already said her goodnight - this is night a night to WUSSBURGER.
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 06:42:08 PM
I'm currently eating the rest of the tuna pasta salad.
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 06:42:37 PM
I don't know that I'm in the mood for watching a motion picture this evening.  I'll probably just hang out on the computer and at our festivities.
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Post by: Jennifer on December 31, 2012, 06:43:47 PM
Oh, and I played in the snow yesterday.   Just a hour or so drive from home.


 8) 8) 8)  And throwing snowballs is still the best.   ;D ;D ;D

It's not so fun when you have 4-5 feet of it everywhere!
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 06:49:03 PM
I'm sure I'll listen to a bunch of music tonight - a perfect night for catching up.
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 06:53:25 PM
Listening to a rather divine upcoming project.
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Post by: KevinH on December 31, 2012, 07:04:38 PM
Watching Anderson Cooper and Kathy Griffin.   Kathy's already making Anderson nervous.
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Post by: TCB on December 31, 2012, 07:08:53 PM
I am very fortunate that I have not seen very many smarmy films.  But I do love that word, and it does perfectly fit some books, some films, and some people!
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Post by: TCB on December 31, 2012, 07:10:24 PM
I am not sure that I understand the T.O.D.  Perhaps I will understand it better after I have read some of the other posts today.
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Post by: TCB on December 31, 2012, 07:14:48 PM
Last day of 2012....how can that be?

Very cold here with a bit more snow predicted to fall this afternoon.

I am going to spend my Gift Card from Meijer this morning.....if it is not too busy!  And do a bit of other shopping.  I don't have to do MAJOR shopping since I did that on Friday.



So you won't be doing major Menjer shopping?  What exactly is Menjer?
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Post by: TCB on December 31, 2012, 07:24:55 PM
Then I will make soup for our festive New Year's Eve Party. And a cherpumple.


We will need photos!
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Post by: Ben on December 31, 2012, 07:26:10 PM
Last day of 2012....how can that be?

Very cold here with a bit more snow predicted to fall this afternoon.

I am going to spend my Gift Card from Meijer this morning.....if it is not too busy!  And do a bit of other shopping.  I don't have to do MAJOR shopping since I did that on Friday.



So you won't be doing major Menjer shopping?  What exactly is Menjer?

It's Meijer, not Menjer and it groceries and many other things

Meijer (http://www.meijer.com/)

Oh, by the way,

Morning all.

That is all.

A little late with that, me thinks.
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 07:26:15 PM
Hey!  We're havin' a partay here.
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 07:26:34 PM
We need some of our patented merriment and mirth and laughter and legs.
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 07:26:49 PM
We need us some dancin' and singin' and levity.
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 07:26:58 PM
We need to get off this damn page.
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 07:27:18 PM
I've told people who normally don't visit the board to stop by later to partake in the fun.
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 07:27:33 PM
So, let's not sit there on our collective hands.
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 07:27:59 PM
I've had a Diet Coke and am drinking water and having a few cherry almond cluster things.
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 07:28:14 PM
They are Dark Chocolate cherry almond cluster things.
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 07:28:38 PM
Why I oughta.
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 07:28:55 PM
Will we never get to page fifteen?
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 07:29:21 PM
This should do it.
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 07:29:28 PM
Apparently not.
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 07:29:34 PM
That did it.
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 07:29:44 PM
And it did that. 
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 07:29:59 PM
Fish sticks.
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Post by: John G. on December 31, 2012, 07:30:19 PM
Oscar Hammerstein is largely to blame for the mess that is "Pipe Dream." He didn't trust Steinbeck or Steinbeck's people. It's a shame, too, because it could have been really good.
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Post by: John G. on December 31, 2012, 07:30:40 PM
Fish sticks and dark chocolate cherry almond clusters. Works for me.
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 07:30:41 PM
Does anyone still eat fish sticks?  Do they even make such a thing anymore?  Fish sticks were quite popular with the populace when I was growing up. 
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 07:31:51 PM
Steinbeck apparently said to Hammerstein: “You’ve turned my prostitute into a visiting nurse!”
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 07:32:14 PM
I think we should all turn our prostitutes into visiting nurses, don't you?
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 07:32:34 PM
Is Mrs. Paul's still around?  Whatever happened to fish sticks?
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Post by: John G. on December 31, 2012, 07:32:53 PM
Steinbeck apparently said to Hammerstein: “You’ve turned my prostitute into a visiting nurse!”
It's true and that makes it all rather embarrassing.
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 07:33:12 PM
I'm havin' a party and those who are sitting on their collective hands are party poopers with an emphasis on the latter.
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Post by: John G. on December 31, 2012, 07:33:19 PM
I think we should all turn our prostitutes into visiting nurses, don't you?
Works for me. Do visiting nurses still make house calls?
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Post by: Jeanne on December 31, 2012, 07:33:28 PM
Fish sticks and dark chocolate cherry almond clusters. Works for me.

Oy! What a combination!
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 07:33:33 PM
I'm feeling very Japanese right now on account of what I'm listening to.
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 07:33:48 PM
Jeanne, you know you want some right now.
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 07:34:04 PM
I mean fish sticks and dark chocolate almond cherry cluster things.
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 07:34:23 PM
I'm full of tuna pasta salad at the moment.
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Post by: John G. on December 31, 2012, 07:34:41 PM
They're setting off tons of fireworks next door. Glad it rained. Before today, it had been really dry.
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Post by: TCB on December 31, 2012, 07:34:42 PM
I love the first part of HANS CHRISTIAN ANDERSEN, especially the songs.  However, once he meets up with the ballerina and her husband, I truly despise the rest of the film.  [SPOILER ALERT!]  When Farley Granger locks Danny Kaye in the closet, and leaves him there so that he misses the ballet, I just about lose it.  And then the ballerina and her husband laugh it off.  [END OF SPOILER ALERT]  That is when the whole film becomes nasty, meanspirited, humiliating, and Yes, even smarmy.

Other than that, the film is fine.  And it is a dumb ballet.
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 07:34:42 PM
And I now have to go on a tuna pasta salad hiatus for about two months.
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Post by: Jeanne on December 31, 2012, 07:34:47 PM
Is Mrs. Paul's still around?  Whatever happened to fish sticks?

Fish sticks are still around. Don't know if they're Mrs. Paul's, though.
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Post by: Jeanne on December 31, 2012, 07:35:42 PM
I think we should all turn our prostitutes into visiting nurses, don't you?
Works for me. Do visiting nurses still make house calls?

 ;D

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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 07:35:47 PM
Yes, Hans Christian Andersen is perfectly agreeable up to the time he meets those wretched people.  It's hard to know what Moss Hart was thinking, other than The Red Shoes had been quite a hit.
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Post by: John G. on December 31, 2012, 07:36:02 PM
I love the first part of HANS CHRISTIAN ANDERSEN, especially the songs.  However, once he meets up with the ballerina and her husband, I truly despise the rest of the film.  [SPOILER ALERT!]  When Farley Granger locks Danny Kaye in the closet, and leaves him there so that he misses the ballet, I just about lose it.  And then the ballerina and her husband laugh it off.  [END OF SPOILER ALERT]  That is when the whole film becomes nasty, meanspirited, humiliating, and Yes, even smarmy.

Other than that, the film is fine.  And it is a dumb ballet.
Farley Granger locking Danny Kaye in a closet. Now there's a sentence Freud could have fun with.
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 07:36:21 PM
I could use a visiting nurse right about now.  That's one of my resolutions: More visiting nurses.
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 07:36:31 PM
And less prostitutes. 
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Post by: ChasSmith on December 31, 2012, 07:36:42 PM
Fish sticks are what we had in the school cafeteria every Friday throughout...I don't know how many years.  Elementary, maybe junior high, too?
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 07:37:04 PM
Not that I've ever been with a prostitute, although I don't profess to know the complete history of everyone I've ever gone out with.
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 07:37:37 PM
Yes, fish sticks were a school staple.  They were kind of vomit-inducing but I liked to make little things with them on the plate.
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 07:37:50 PM
But I could swear my mother made fish sticks.
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 07:38:02 PM
Wow, we got through page seven rather quickly.
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Post by: Jeanne on December 31, 2012, 07:38:07 PM
I mean fish sticks and dark chocolate almond cherry cluster things.

Umm...no. I was never particularly fond of fish sticks and I'm a MILK chocolate lover, not dark chocolate. I always leave the dark chocolate for you.


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Post by: John G. on December 31, 2012, 07:38:30 PM
Why would anyone purposefully make fish sticks?
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Post by: Jeanne on December 31, 2012, 07:38:30 PM
Are the dark chocolate cherry cluster things from See's?
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 07:38:35 PM
For example, I see two fish sticks just sitting there on their collective hands - Ben and elmore.  Hey boys - we're havin' a party.
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Post by: TCB on December 31, 2012, 07:38:52 PM
Greetings from Toyland! I have been quite busy since I got here: meeting with Curtis on the current ROBERTA situation; we're in great shape!; search of two of the seven McGlinn external hard drives for music from SHOW BOAT. When I leave here, I'm heading back uptown to market and then to home.

SHOW BOAT music --- meaning, scores or recordings or what?


McGlinn probably had several chorus boys from SHOW BOAT stuffed away in the (ahem) hard drive.
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 07:39:07 PM
No, the dark chocolate almond cherry cluster things are from Costco. 
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 07:39:40 PM
Why would anyone purposefully make fish sticks?

You didn't know my mother.  Read the Kritzer books and you will know all about it.
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 07:39:52 PM
For example, what was elmore's chili all about.
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 07:40:11 PM
CRANBERRIES!
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 07:40:17 PM
UNDERPANTS!
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 07:40:40 PM
MADAME BUTTERFLY.  Another prostitute-cum-visiting nurse.
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 07:41:11 PM
I love any film score that mixes the film score with Puccini, don't you?
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Post by: ChasSmith on December 31, 2012, 07:41:52 PM
http://gortons.com/product/crunchy-breaded-fish-sticks
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 07:42:01 PM
I am very relaxed, so that's good.  Except for the eight ounces of tuna pasta salad in the tummy.
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 07:42:23 PM
I think we should all buy Gorton's fish sticks and relive our youths.
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Post by: John G. on December 31, 2012, 07:42:35 PM
I love any film score that mixes the film score with Puccini, don't you?
You mean like Andrew Lloyd Webber does?
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 07:43:05 PM
I see KevinH - perhaps he'll join in the merriment and mirth and laughter and legs.  Maybe if we talk about the two B's - Brent and Barbra.
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 07:43:11 PM
And Bruce.
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Post by: TCB on December 31, 2012, 07:43:16 PM
One of my favorite supporting players of the 40s died earlier this month, at age 97! He had quite a life!

RIP Greg McClure

(I posted this photo of him yesterday on Facebook, but I think it is worth a second look!)


(http://i370.photobucket.com/albums/oo146/mbarnum/gregmcclure1_zps2d535b7f.jpg)


I can't imagine why he was one of your favorites.
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 07:43:18 PM
That's three B's.
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 07:43:46 PM
Facebook is especially sickening this evening and I will not be checking back in to that sorry place until late tomorrow. 
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Post by: Jeanne on December 31, 2012, 07:44:59 PM
No fish sticks were in attendance when I met your mother.
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 07:45:03 PM
I love any film score that mixes the film score with Puccini, don't you?
You mean like Andrew Lloyd Webber does?

Well, the Puccini in this film score is the point - and the music by the composer is equally as ravishing I have to say.  I think we have not only the album master to this, but the complete score - the original LP was only thirty-five minutes, and about ten of those minutes are Puccini.
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 07:45:36 PM
I see - elmore left without so much as a chili word.  I think a proper bitch-slapping is in order.
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 07:46:05 PM
No fish sticks were in attendance when I met your mother.

They were probably being prepared and served AFTER you left.
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Post by: Jeanne on December 31, 2012, 07:46:06 PM
http://gortons.com/product/crunchy-breaded-fish-sticks

Thank you, Chas. Those are the ones I was thinking of.
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Post by: ChasSmith on December 31, 2012, 07:47:25 PM
I haven't made a chili in a couple of years.  This situation needs to be corrected.

I love shopping for it, and spending an entire afternoon cooking it.
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 07:47:46 PM
We've gotten quite a few orders today for the oddest things.  And I have to say, the Blu and Ray of Nudie Musical continues to sell regularly.  I originally pressed 500 of them and those were all gone last July, which just amazed me.  I then printed 500 more and at least 200, maybe more, of those are gone.
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Post by: KevinH on December 31, 2012, 07:48:10 PM
I see KevinH - perhaps he'll join in the merriment and mirth and laughter and legs.  Maybe if we talk about the two B's - Brent and Barbra.




This is a perfect opportunity to encourage everyone to see The Guilt Trip--you'll love it!
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Post by: KevinH on December 31, 2012, 07:48:24 PM
Page 9!
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 07:48:42 PM
I have never made chili.  I have made beef stroganoff but not in at least five years - THAT must be rectified THIS New Year for sure.
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Post by: Jeanne on December 31, 2012, 07:48:47 PM
Perhaps so.
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 07:49:06 PM
I see KevinH - perhaps he'll join in the merriment and mirth and laughter and legs.  Maybe if we talk about the two B's - Brent and Barbra.




This is a perfect opportunity to encourage everyone to see The Guilt Trip--you'll love it!

That's one B down.
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 07:50:47 PM
I can't believe that ancient pelican elmore left without posting.  If he's not back and atoning for his wretched behavior I will make him reorchestrate the score to the Danish musical of Cyrano - for free.
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 07:50:54 PM
BUTTOCKS!
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 07:51:04 PM
Puccini again.
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Post by: TCB on December 31, 2012, 07:51:30 PM
Spent the day so far doing productive things like paying bills, banking, laundry and transferring items to my new wallet.  For fun, I took a pile of winning lottery tickets to the 7-11 and cashed them in.  I now have $24 burning a hole in my pocket!


Hmmm, a Hawaii vacation?
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Post by: Jeanne on December 31, 2012, 07:51:40 PM
I see KevinH - perhaps he'll join in the merriment and mirth and laughter and legs.  Maybe if we talk about the two B's - Brent and Barbra.

This is a perfect opportunity to encourage everyone to see The Guilt Trip--you'll love it!

That's one B down.

 ;D

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Post by: KevinH on December 31, 2012, 07:52:00 PM
I see KevinH - perhaps he'll join in the merriment and mirth and laughter and legs.  Maybe if we talk about the two B's - Brent and Barbra.




This is a perfect opportunity to encourage everyone to see The Guilt Trip--you'll love it!

That's one B down.





Okay, Mr. B's show at 54 Below, which was cancelled due to Hurricane Sandy, has been rescheduled to Feb. 20th.  Why does it have to be on a Wednesday?
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Post by: Jeanne on December 31, 2012, 07:52:35 PM
Pelican?
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 07:52:43 PM
I see KevinH - perhaps he'll join in the merriment and mirth and laughter and legs.  Maybe if we talk about the two B's - Brent and Barbra.




This is a perfect opportunity to encourage everyone to see The Guilt Trip--you'll love it!

That's one B down.





Okay, Mr. B's show at 54 Below, which was cancelled due to Hurricane Sandy, has been rescheduled to Feb. 20th.  Why does it have to be on a Wednesday?

That's two B's down.  And speaking of B2, he'll be here at the Pantages shortly in Peter and Pan.
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Post by: ChasSmith on December 31, 2012, 07:53:01 PM
Spent the day so far doing productive things like paying bills, banking, laundry and transferring items to my new wallet.  For fun, I took a pile of winning lottery tickets to the 7-11 and cashed them in.  I now have $24 burning a hole in my pocket!


Hmmm, a Hawaii vacation?

He might have to round up some soda bottles and cans for refund first, DR TCB.
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 07:53:15 PM
Does the pelican still exist?  Does it eat fish sticks and wear a chapeau?
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 07:53:27 PM
Does anyone still wear a chapeaux?
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Post by: Jeanne on December 31, 2012, 07:53:42 PM
How are you feeling, TCB? Are you comfortable driving again?
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 07:54:11 PM
This is, as always, the best partay. 
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 07:54:28 PM
The errant and truant shall RUE the day, oh, yes, they shall rue the day.
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 07:54:38 PM
One Grecian Urn.
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 07:54:46 PM
Two Grecian Urns.
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Post by: ChasSmith on December 31, 2012, 07:54:50 PM
How are you feeling, TCB? Are you comfortable driving again?

When a man is comfortable driving, he is ready to drive to Arleta.
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 07:54:54 PM
Ya wild kid, ya.
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 07:55:04 PM
Great honk!
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Post by: KevinH on December 31, 2012, 07:55:16 PM
I was thinking of seeing Cheyenne Jackson at the Kennedy Center tonight, but decided not to.  I didn't feel like heading back to DC.  Of course, if it had been one of the "B's," I wouild have done it.
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Post by: Jeanne on December 31, 2012, 07:55:38 PM
How are you feeling, TCB? Are you comfortable driving again?

When a man is comfortable driving, he is ready to drive to Arleta.

Oh?
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 07:56:04 PM
And then there are the hangers-on - our thirty-three GUESTS.  Come on in, the water's fine and you might even get a dark chocolate almond cherry cluster thing or even one fish stick or one Grecian urn.
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Post by: ChasSmith on December 31, 2012, 07:56:34 PM
We must all pick a little and talk a little.
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 07:56:48 PM
I was in Arleta recently at the DMV.  It is a steaming pit of kishka.
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 07:57:00 PM
I see Ginny.
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Post by: Jeanne on December 31, 2012, 07:57:05 PM
What's at the Kennedy Center?
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 07:57:23 PM
I see a Celt from Dakota.
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 07:57:30 PM
I see page ten.
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Post by: DakotaCelt on December 31, 2012, 07:57:33 PM
Heading off to work shortly as a person who was to work the overnight is in the hospital with a sinus infection.

I wanted to wish everyone a very happy New YEar! I hope 2013 is a good year for us all!
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 07:58:13 PM
2013 shall be the berries.
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Post by: Jeanne on December 31, 2012, 07:58:16 PM
I was in Arleta recently at the DMV.  It is a steaming pit of kishka.

I'm surprised you'd say that, Bruce, given how much you like kishka.
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 07:58:22 PM
2013 shall be aces.
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 07:58:53 PM
I love kishka, but it seemed an apt description of being in Arleta.
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Post by: DakotaCelt on December 31, 2012, 07:58:57 PM
WEnt out for supper tonight at my favorite Greek restaurant... Very full but darn the food was excellent. I even brought some back because I wanted to save room for dessert!

I had Corfu chicken with potatoes and veggies, an Italian soda and greek coffee...
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 07:59:21 PM
Of course, I shan't be having any kishka at Junior's Deli in the Wood of West and that was the only decent thing on their menu.
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Post by: DakotaCelt on December 31, 2012, 07:59:53 PM
I see the jernt is rockin'

Have a great party everyone...  I will see ya next year. "wink, wink"
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Post by: Jeanne on December 31, 2012, 07:59:59 PM
Glad you had a good time, Dakota.
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 08:00:07 PM
I cannot abide Greek or Indian food.  That's just how it is.  I can abide mostly everything else, including Ethiopian food and tacos from Jack in the Box.
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Post by: Jeanne on December 31, 2012, 08:01:06 PM
There's hopes that Junior's will reopen in a new location, hopefully not too far from the old location.
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 08:01:25 PM
Now I'm listening to the soundtrack to The Well-Digger's Daughter - very soothing and pretty.  Not a masterpiece but for a score of today it's nice to listen to.
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Post by: ChasSmith on December 31, 2012, 08:01:35 PM
I wonder if Jack in the Box still has a breakfast sandwich called (I think) the Crescent Supreme.  Eggs, ten kinds of meat, several kinds of cheese...
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Post by: TCB on December 31, 2012, 08:01:50 PM
Wow, did Audra McDonald pack on a few pounds to play Bess?
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 08:02:28 PM
Ginny left - she and elmore are probably playing Parcheesi.
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Post by: KevinH on December 31, 2012, 08:02:50 PM
What's at the Kennedy Center?




Cheyenne was appearing with the National Symphony Orchestra for New Year's Eve only, singing songs from the Mad Men era, with guest Nina Arianda.
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 08:02:56 PM
I packed on a few pounds and I didn't play Bess, although I did covet the role.
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 08:03:28 PM
I've never heard of the Crescent Supreme.  I know they still have their Breakfast Jack, which I always liked.
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Post by: DakotaCelt on December 31, 2012, 08:03:33 PM
I have had Ethiopian food... not bad...
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Post by: Jeanne on December 31, 2012, 08:04:06 PM
What's at the Kennedy Center?

Cheyenne was appearing with the National Symphony Orchestra for New Year's Eve only, singing songs from the Mad Men era, with guest Nina Arianda.

Thank you, Kevin.
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 08:04:11 PM
I hope elmore has not become comatose from eating a vat of chili.
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Post by: ChasSmith on December 31, 2012, 08:04:16 PM
I packed on a few pounds and should be exiled to Kittiwah Island until they're gone.
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 08:04:31 PM
A Vat of Chili - that's the title of my next novel, which I begin writing in the morning.
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 08:05:19 PM
I like the Ethiopian bread - it's called injera.
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Post by: Jeanne on December 31, 2012, 08:06:59 PM
Speaking of the pounds, today's soup was Butternut Azteca, a slightly southwestern take. Quite tasty.

Today's dessert is...oops.
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Post by: ChasSmith on December 31, 2012, 08:07:16 PM
Looks like they have it but it's been cleaned up a bit for today's health-conscious consumer.  And they now call it the Supreme Croissant?  I believe further investigation may be necessary.
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Post by: KevinH on December 31, 2012, 08:07:41 PM
I hear some premature fireworks.
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Post by: KevinH on December 31, 2012, 08:08:05 PM
What's at the Kennedy Center?

Cheyenne was appearing with the National Symphony Orchestra for New Year's Eve only, singing songs from the Mad Men era, with guest Nina Arianda.

Thank you, Kevin.



You're welcome, Jeanne.
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Post by: KevinH on December 31, 2012, 08:08:17 PM
Page 11!
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Post by: Jeanne on December 31, 2012, 08:09:40 PM
Kevin, does Northern Virginia have snow?
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Post by: Jeanne on December 31, 2012, 08:10:08 PM
I mean, at the moment.
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Post by: KevinH on December 31, 2012, 08:10:15 PM
I'm thinking of seeing Les Miserables tomorrow.  I like those morning showings.
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Post by: KevinH on December 31, 2012, 08:10:39 PM
Kevin, does Northern Virginia have snow?


Nope!
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Post by: TCB on December 31, 2012, 08:12:22 PM
I have some nice  rib steaks which have been marinating since last night and shrimp for shrimp cocktail  and crab cakes and our traditional sweet & spicy cocktail franks

Vixmom, I made a very large casserole of ham and noodles.  You are welcome to come over for some.  I don't think Vixdad or the Vixter would like it, because I added chopped onion.
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Post by: Jeanne on December 31, 2012, 08:12:46 PM
I gave some friends a copy of season 1 of DOC MARTIN for Christmas. I knew one of them would like it, but wasn't sure about the other. They both loved it. When I first saw it I enjoyed it, but didn't think it'd have universal appeal. Apparently it does. I've been watching it again. I think it's brilliant.
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Post by: Jeanne on December 31, 2012, 08:13:50 PM
Kevin, does Northern Virginia have snow?


Nope!

Too bad. I do miss it.
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Post by: KevinH on December 31, 2012, 08:16:39 PM
Kevin, does Northern Virginia have snow?


Nope!

Too bad. I do miss it.



You lived here?
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Post by: Jeanne on December 31, 2012, 08:17:08 PM
Bruce must have left to buy fish sticks.
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Post by: Ginny on December 31, 2012, 08:17:12 PM
Ginny left - she and elmore are probably playing Parcheesi.

Nope, just lost my Internet for a bit.

BK, you have a double working at Barnes & Noble in West Chester, OH.  He helped me with a return today and took my order for a nonfat vanilla latte.
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Post by: Jeanne on December 31, 2012, 08:18:36 PM
Kevin, does Northern Virginia have snow?


Nope!

Too bad. I do miss it.

You lived here?

Yes, I lived in Alexandria for about twenty years. I think I had returned to California just before you joined HHW.
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Post by: KevinH on December 31, 2012, 08:18:58 PM
35 minutes to go!
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Post by: Jeanne on December 31, 2012, 08:19:39 PM
Ginny left - she and elmore are probably playing Parcheesi.

Nope, just lost my Internet for a bit.

BK, you have a double working at Barnes & Noble in West Chester, OH.  He helped me with a return today and took my order for a nonfat vanilla latte.

Is he funny?
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Post by: ChasSmith on December 31, 2012, 08:20:09 PM
A doppelganger!?  In West Chester, Ohio!
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Post by: KevinH on December 31, 2012, 08:20:57 PM
Kevin, does Northern Virginia have snow?


Nope!

Too bad. I do miss it.

You lived here?

Yes, I lived in Alexandria for about twenty years. I think I had returned to California just before you joined HHW.



Wow!  Did you live in the City of Alexandria?  I live in Fairfax County, but have an Alexandria address.
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Post by: Jeanne on December 31, 2012, 08:22:21 PM
I like the idea of DRs Ginny and Elmore playing parcheesi. Does anyone still play parcheesi?
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 08:23:00 PM
I Have a Doppelganger in Ohio - that's the title of my next novel, which I begin writing in the morning.
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Post by: Jeanne on December 31, 2012, 08:23:48 PM
Kevin, does Northern Virginia have snow?


Nope!

Too bad. I do miss it.

You lived here?

Yes, I lived in Alexandria for about twenty years. I think I had returned to California just before you joined HHW.

Wow!  Did you live in the City of Alexandria?  I live in Fairfax County, but have an Alexandria address.
Smack dab in the City of Alexanria.
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Post by: Jeanne on December 31, 2012, 08:24:41 PM
I Have a Doppelganger in Ohio - that's the title of my next novel, which I begin writing in the morning.

BK will indeed have a busy morning. Three books at once?
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Post by: KevinH on December 31, 2012, 08:26:27 PM
Kevin, does Northern Virginia have snow?


Nope!

Too bad. I do miss it.

You lived here?

Yes, I lived in Alexandria for about twenty years. I think I had returned to California just before you joined HHW.

Wow!  Did you live in the City of Alexandria?  I live in Fairfax County, but have an Alexandria address.
Smack dab in the City of Alexanria.



How about that!  I used to live in the Landmark area, but I guess that's considered the West End.
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 08:27:06 PM
Had to write a long e-mail response to Juliana Hansen about her CD packaging.  She had photos taken and when I saw the packaging (the designer had already told me the photos just weren't good), I pulled the plug on the release until new photos can be taken.  She doesn't see it - all she sees is she wants it fast.  I don't care about fast.  That's how she wanted her act and I don't do fast in regards to acts either.  I do things right.  And right, unfortunately, when Kritzerland is involved, means the photos have to express what the listener can expect.  A perfect example of great photos and a great package that perfectly expresses the CD within is the East Coast Singer's Christmas album.  My job is to protect her and have this be a professional-looking package that we can all be proud of.  Then it actually serves a purpose other than having something for her to sell at the concerts she occasionally does.  Hopefully, in the end, she'll thank me for caring and doing what needs to be done. 
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 08:27:50 PM
Yes, people still play Parcheesi - they wear chapeau's when playing and they eat fish sticks.  It's very cozy.
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Post by: Ginny on December 31, 2012, 08:28:28 PM
Ginny left - she and elmore are probably playing Parcheesi.

Nope, just lost my Internet for a bit.

BK, you have a double working at Barnes & Noble in West Chester, OH.  He helped me with a return today and took my order for a nonfat vanilla latte.

Is he funny?

Not in the slightest.  He never cracked a smile.  BK is much funnier.
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Post by: TCB on December 31, 2012, 08:28:59 PM
I have some nice  rib steaks which have been marinating since last night and shrimp for shrimp cocktail  and crab cakes and our traditional sweet & spicy cocktail franks
I'm coming to your house. If I start walking now, I might make by New Year's 2014.

I'm going to DR Matthew's.  But I'll stop at DR vixmom's for a snack on the way.


What is DR Matthew serving?
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 08:29:32 PM
In less than thirty minutes it is time for the East Coast balls to drop.  But New Year is not official until midnight our time here in the City of Studio, when the big balls drop.  In less than three hours I shall go into the bedroom, turn off the lights, shut the door, and do my contemplation.  And then we shall count down to midnight when our collective balls will drop, which is not an image I like at my age.
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 08:29:59 PM
I'm thinking at least fifteen pages tonight.
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 08:30:18 PM
Ben left, too. 
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Post by: KevinH on December 31, 2012, 08:30:33 PM
One thing I was surprised about when I moved to Virginia is that there are independent cities that are not part of a county.  For example, Alexandria and Falls Church are cities that are not in a county.  Arlington is a county.  Then there's Fairfax City, which is not part of Fairfax County.

Fascinating, huh?
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Post by: TCB on December 31, 2012, 08:30:54 PM
I need to go to the mailbox.  There should be a top in there for me I ordered.  I really need it to fit and look great as I am out of options for something to wear to my niece's wedding on the beach.

A bikini?
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 08:31:30 PM
Perhaps Ben and elmore are eating a vat of chili together, playing Parcheesi, and eating fish sticks on the side - the one thing that's apparent is their collective balls will be dropping elsewhere - and I'm jiggy with that, balls dropping-wise.
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 08:32:29 PM
Now I'm listening to the soundtrack of Atlas Shrugged.
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Post by: Ginny on December 31, 2012, 08:33:16 PM
I like the idea of DRs Ginny and Elmore playing parcheesi. Does anyone still play parcheesi?

I like that idea, too, DR Jeanne!
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 08:33:36 PM
Part II of Atlas Shrugged should be to me on Blu and Ray in February.  Can anyone think of another example of a multi-part film where part two features a completely different creative team, composer, and all new cast playing roles that other actors played in part one?
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Post by: ChasSmith on December 31, 2012, 08:33:59 PM
One thing I was surprised about when I moved to Virginia is that there are independent cities that are not part of a county.  For example, Alexandria and Falls Church are cities that are not in a county.  Arlington is a county.  Then there's Fairfax City, which is not part of Fairfax County.

Fascinating, huh?

I've come across that in a few places.  A genealogist's nightmare, for those who partake in such things.
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Post by: KevinH on December 31, 2012, 08:38:32 PM
Fifteen minutes to go for the Eastern Time Zone.
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Post by: Jeanne on December 31, 2012, 08:39:16 PM
One thing I was surprised about when I moved to Virginia is that there are independent cities that are not part of a county.  For example, Alexandria and Falls Church are cities that are not in a county.  Arlington is a county.  Then there's Fairfax City, which is not part of Fairfax County.

Fascinating, huh?

I've come across that in a few places.  A genealogist's nightmare, for those who partake in such things.

I hadn't thought of it from that standpoint.

Many people assume, as I had, that ALL cities are part of a county. Many times I'd be asked which county I lived in and, of course, I didn't. "City of Alexandria", as Kevin points out, means "CITY of Alexandria."
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Post by: Jeanne on December 31, 2012, 08:40:22 PM
I suspect it mostly happens in older (as in 200 years old) areas.
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 08:41:14 PM
East Coast balls - get ready.
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Post by: ChasSmith on December 31, 2012, 08:41:55 PM
Almost time to drop 'em.
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Post by: Jeanne on December 31, 2012, 08:42:09 PM
Part II of Atlas Shrugged should be to me on Blu and Ray in February.  Can anyone think of another example of a multi-part film where part two features a completely different creative team, composer, and all new cast playing roles that other actors played in part one?

I've seen that in a TV series or two. Most annoying, IMHO.
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 08:42:53 PM
I think I'll prep the champagne bottle so that all I have to do is pop the cork.  It has been my custom for the last few years to have one tiny sip of champagne at midnight.  I don't like the taste, but I do it.  Then the bottle usually sits in the refrigerator until next New Year's, when I discard it and replace it with a fresh bottle.
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Post by: Ginny on December 31, 2012, 08:43:28 PM
Firecrackers in our neighborhood...
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Post by: ChasSmith on December 31, 2012, 08:44:19 PM
We really don't want to end this on Page Twelve, do we?
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Post by: ChasSmith on December 31, 2012, 08:44:49 PM
The East Coast will be humiliated if we end our portion on Page Twelve.
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Post by: KevinH on December 31, 2012, 08:45:35 PM
8 Minutes to go!
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Post by: Ginny on December 31, 2012, 08:46:35 PM
Via Facebook, I asked my cousin in Japan about 2013.  He said, "So far, so good!"
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Post by: KevinH on December 31, 2012, 08:47:43 PM
6!
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Post by: KevinH on December 31, 2012, 08:48:33 PM
Via Facebook, I asked my cousin in Japan about 2013.  He said, "So far, so good!"


Ginny, when are you leaving for London?
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 08:49:05 PM
Champagne is prepped.
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 08:49:28 PM
Balls are at the ready on the East Coast.
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 08:50:18 PM
And then we have three hours till the official West Coast New Year's Rockin' Eve balls drop and 2013 really begins.
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Post by: Ginny on December 31, 2012, 08:50:27 PM
Via Facebook, I asked my cousin in Japan about 2013.  He said, "So far, so good!"


Ginny, when are you leaving for London?

Day after tomorrow!
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 08:50:46 PM
Three minutes to East Coast balls dropping.
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Post by: KevinH on December 31, 2012, 08:51:20 PM
Via Facebook, I asked my cousin in Japan about 2013.  He said, "So far, so good!"


Ginny, when are you leaving for London?

Day after tomorrow!



Sounds great!
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 08:51:26 PM
Two minutes.
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Post by: KevinH on December 31, 2012, 08:52:25 PM
1 minute!
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 08:52:55 PM
One minute.
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 08:53:25 PM
HAPPY NEW YEAR EAST COAST PEOPLE!!!
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Post by: Jeanne on December 31, 2012, 08:53:36 PM
Via Facebook, I asked my cousin in Japan about 2013.  He said, "So far, so good!"


Ginny, when are you leaving for London?

Day after tomorrow!

That soon?! I didn't realize.
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Post by: KevinH on December 31, 2012, 08:53:44 PM
10-9-8-7-6-5-4-3-2-1

Happy New Year!
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 08:54:06 PM
Eat, drink, be merry and stick around for a while while we wait for the official start of 2013 in three short hours.
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 08:54:21 PM
I'm thinking fifteen pages.
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 08:54:30 PM
Fifteen pages, I'm thinking.
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Post by: Jeanne on December 31, 2012, 08:55:14 PM
I just heard some sort of fireworks HERE. It's only 9 pm here. Yes, there's more. How funny. I do hope they are fireworks.
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 08:55:36 PM
I got a New Year's e-mail from Zach's Eyetalian Cafe - 25% off the entire meal for the next week - Zach's has been off my radar but I do love it so I will definitely go.
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 08:56:07 PM
I've been very good and not had any further dark chocolate almond cherry cluster things.
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Post by: Ginny on December 31, 2012, 08:56:21 PM
Via Facebook, I asked my cousin in Japan about 2013.  He said, "So far, so good!"


Ginny, when are you leaving for London?

Day after tomorrow!

That soon?! I didn't realize.

Now I can say TOMORROW!!

Happy New Year, Everybody!
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 08:57:01 PM
elmore must be sitting with chili running out of his ancient pelican mouth instead of joining those he loves and who love him.  To which I say, phut. 
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Post by: ChasSmith on December 31, 2012, 08:57:14 PM
Happy New Year to all!
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Post by: TCB on December 31, 2012, 08:57:15 PM
(http://i1125.photobucket.com/albums/l596/Tanis32/happy-new-years-eve.gif)

to each and every dear reader
here at Haines His Way!

I love you all.
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 08:57:24 PM
Since when do the do fireworks on New Year's Eve?
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 08:57:40 PM
TCB is back. 
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 08:58:14 PM
But let's try to be festive until midnight our time here on the West Coast - hopefully Laura and Matthew will join us and maybe Kerry.
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 08:58:30 PM
Otherwise it will be a long road to fifteen pages.
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 08:58:52 PM
I wonder if Jeanne has the sand to stay up until midnight.
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 08:59:09 PM
Of course, she could take a nap and then get up just before the balls drop.
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Post by: KevinH on December 31, 2012, 09:00:13 PM
2013!  I hope it will be a lucky year for all !
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Post by: Jeanne on December 31, 2012, 09:00:31 PM
I wonder if Jeanne has the sand to stay up until midnight.

The sand? I thought the Sand Man put sand in your eyes and made you sleep.
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Post by: Jeanne on December 31, 2012, 09:00:45 PM
In any case, I doubt it.
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Post by: Ginny on December 31, 2012, 09:01:03 PM
But let's try to be festive until midnight our time here on the West Coast - hopefully Laura and Matthew will join us and maybe Kerry.

I only made it to midnight here because of the Starbucks I had at 5 pm!
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Post by: TCB on December 31, 2012, 09:01:06 PM
And a very special

(http://i982.photobucket.com/albums/ae305/blueeyed_angel44/zyixkw_thankyoubearrocking.gif)

to BK for opening his home
and sharing his life's lessons with us all.
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Post by: Jeanne on December 31, 2012, 09:01:35 PM
2013!  I hope it will be a lucky year for all !

I truly hope so.
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Post by: KevinH on December 31, 2012, 09:04:06 PM
Well, I guess it's time for me to say goodnight!  

Sorry I won't be able to join our West Coasters at midnight, so in advance: HAPPY NEW YEAR!
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Post by: Jeanne on December 31, 2012, 09:04:51 PM
I've never been one for New Year's resolutions, but I do like to think of POSSIBILITIES, ie, things that are doable.

For starters,

A great new, FULL-TIME job for Dakota Celt.
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Post by: Jeanne on December 31, 2012, 09:05:21 PM
HAPPY NEW YEAR to you, too, Kevin.
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Post by: Jeanne on December 31, 2012, 09:06:10 PM
Ginny and DS Richard's trip to London goes swimmingly.
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Post by: Jeanne on December 31, 2012, 09:06:53 PM
TCB gets very good news from the spine clinic.
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Post by: TCB on December 31, 2012, 09:07:33 PM
For  New Year's, can we all chip in and buy Josh Groban a comb?
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Post by: Jeanne on December 31, 2012, 09:07:44 PM
Ooh, I spy a VIXMOM!

HAPPY NEW YEAR, Vixmom!
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Post by: John G. on December 31, 2012, 09:08:06 PM
I packed on a few pounds and I didn't play Bess, although I did covet the role.
And I'm sure you'd have been excellent. In your way.
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Post by: Jeanne on December 31, 2012, 09:09:08 PM
Vixmom wins the lottery, quits her job, and has some money left after helping all the Hurricane Sandy victims.
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 09:09:08 PM
Sand equals grit.
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 09:09:51 PM
I will someday do my all white production of Porgy and Bess.  And no one will say boo about it because color-blind casting can't only work one way.
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Post by: ChasSmith on December 31, 2012, 09:09:58 PM
The grit that is true.
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Post by: Jeanne on December 31, 2012, 09:10:05 PM
I packed on a few pounds and I didn't play Bess, although I did covet the role.
And I'm sure you'd have been excellent. In your way.

Interesting image, eh?
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 09:10:23 PM
I gotta tell you. 
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 09:10:34 PM
Perhaps elmore is eating Rice Krispies.
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 09:10:54 PM
We'll see if Jeanne has the sand to last until midnight.
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 09:11:02 PM
I will have the sand.
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 09:11:09 PM
I AM the sand.
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 09:11:25 PM
Ever shifting and getting in people's toes.
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Post by: Jeanne on December 31, 2012, 09:11:26 PM
the chalice from the palace...
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 09:11:39 PM
I would be a magnificent Bess.
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Post by: Jeanne on December 31, 2012, 09:12:32 PM
Perhaps elmore is eating Rice Krispies.

While playing parcheesi and eating fish sticks? Maybe the Rice Krispies are for dessert.
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Post by: ChasSmith on December 31, 2012, 09:12:43 PM
They broke the chalice from the palace!
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Post by: John G. on December 31, 2012, 09:12:58 PM
Well, I guess it's time for me to say goodnight!  

Sorry I won't be able to join our West Coasters at midnight, so in advance: HAPPY NEW YEAR!
Happy New Year, Kevin.
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Post by: Jeanne on December 31, 2012, 09:13:24 PM
Why don't you sing for us?
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Post by: John G. on December 31, 2012, 09:14:46 PM
Who would be your Porgy, bk?
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Post by: vixmom on December 31, 2012, 09:15:10 PM
I have some nice  rib steaks which have been marinating since last night and shrimp for shrimp cocktail  and crab cakes and our traditional sweet & spicy cocktail franks

Vixmom, I made a very large casserole of ham and noodles.  You are welcome to come over for some.  I don't think Vixdad or the Vixter would like it, because I addedchooped onion.

chooped onion?  My favorite! Much better than chopped
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Post by: Jeanne on December 31, 2012, 09:15:16 PM
Good question.
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 09:15:23 PM
Who is John Galt?
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Post by: Ginny on December 31, 2012, 09:15:26 PM
Ginny and DS Richard's trip to London goes swimmingly.

Thank you, DR Jeanne!
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 09:15:32 PM
Porgy would be Jason Graae.
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Post by: vixmom on December 31, 2012, 09:15:46 PM
and HAPPY NEW YEAR  from  12;23 EST
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 09:16:10 PM
Ben, of course, is being Ben, of course.
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 09:16:23 PM
And FJL is being FJL.
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Post by: Jeanne on December 31, 2012, 09:16:31 PM
I have some nice  rib steaks which have been marinating since last night and shrimp for shrimp cocktail  and crab cakes and our traditional sweet & spicy cocktail franks

Vixmom, I made a very large casserole of ham and noodles.  You are welcome to come over for some.  I don't think Vixdad or the Vixter would like it, because I addedchooped onion.

chooped onion?  My favorite! Much better than chopped

I believe that chooping results in finer pieces than chopping.
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Post by: John G. on December 31, 2012, 09:16:45 PM
Porgy and Bess
Starring
Jason Graae as Porgy
and
Guy Haines IS Bess!
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Post by: vixmom on December 31, 2012, 09:16:47 PM
I gave some friends a copy of season 1 of DOC MARTIN for Christmas. I knew one of them would like it, but wasn't sure about the other. They both loved it. When I first saw it I enjoyed it, but didn't think it'd have universal appeal. Apparently it does. I've been watching it again. I think it's brilliant.

Last year Vixdad received  Season 1 - 4 of Doc Martin   this year he received Doc martin : The Movies
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 09:17:08 PM
About ninety minutes to contemplation.
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Post by: John G. on December 31, 2012, 09:17:16 PM
I think that could be an Outside the Box.
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 09:17:32 PM
Well, page fifteen is here.  Anyone for twenty?  We haven't done that in a 'coon's age.
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Post by: Jeanne on December 31, 2012, 09:18:15 PM
I've been in London in January, Ginny, and it's COLD. Of course, I was coming from California, whereas you live in the Midwest. You may find it quite balmy.
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 09:18:29 PM
One of the people I saw today was agent David Ankrum.  We have two things in common - I played Adam in the Tabitha pilot and he played Adam in the series.  I worked on Totally Hidden Video, and he joined the show in its final year.
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Post by: John G. on December 31, 2012, 09:19:01 PM
Did some house cleaning (not that anyone would notice), laundry and had a negroni while watching the first half of "Under the Roofs of Paris," a wonderful Rene Clair musical.  
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Post by: Jeanne on December 31, 2012, 09:20:48 PM
I gave some friends a copy of season 1 of DOC MARTIN for Christmas. I knew one of them would like it, but wasn't sure about the other. They both loved it. When I first saw it I enjoyed it, but didn't think it'd have universal appeal. Apparently it does. I've been watching it again. I think it's brilliant.

Last year Vixdad received  Season 1 - 4 of Doc Martin   this year he received Doc martin : The Movies

They're all fun, but I like the series the best. I presume Vixdad is enjoying the Doc and company.
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 09:21:21 PM
Will Jeanne have the sand?
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Post by: vixmom on December 31, 2012, 09:21:26 PM
(http://i1125.photobucket.com/albums/l596/Tanis32/happy-new-years-eve.gif)

to each and every dear reader
here at Haines His Way!

I love you all.

Right back atcha Tommy!!!
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 09:21:30 PM
Joel McCrea had the sand.
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Post by: Ginny on December 31, 2012, 09:21:33 PM
I've been in London in January, Ginny, and it's COLD. Of course, I was coming from California, whereas you live in the Midwest. You may find it quite balmy.

The Weather Channel app shows London 15-20 degrees warmer than it's been here recently.  I have a fabulous new coat with a quilted zip-out lining that can be worn as a coat itself.
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 09:21:52 PM
Vixmom has the sand, but where in tarnation is the Vixter?
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Post by: Jeanne on December 31, 2012, 09:22:09 PM
I think that could be an Outside the Box.

Oh, yes! Inappropriate casting! (Or appropriate.)
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 09:22:34 PM
I have received a plethora of enticing e-mail offers today, none of which I've accepted.
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Post by: ChasSmith on December 31, 2012, 09:23:57 PM
We have the sands of time.  Enough to last us a coon's age.
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Post by: vixmom on December 31, 2012, 09:24:11 PM
Via Facebook, I asked my cousin in Japan about 2013.  He said, "So far, so good!"


Ginny, when are you leaving for London?

Day after tomorrow!

That soon?! I didn't realize.

Now I can say TOMORROW!!

Happy New Year, Everybody!

Have a wonderful time Ginny! Vixdad  was born and raised in Coventry and Vixgrandad  born and raised in Norwich -  his family moved to Coventry during the war  when HIS Dad was given a choice of joining  the army or driving a bus in Coventry -  they were considered equally hazardous occupations 
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 09:24:25 PM
The all-white Porgy and Bess was going to be a first season Outside the Box episode - I wrote it and it was planned and I'd talked to Jason Daniely and Marin Mazzie about doing it.  But I finally had to not do it because using the actual Gershwin music, which would have been a must, would have been problematic.  I had a great version of the show's big duet, Bess You Are My Woman Now.
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Post by: vixmom on December 31, 2012, 09:25:26 PM
Since when do the do fireworks on New Year's Eve?

 well for at least the last 53 years  on the Island of Long ( before that I was too little)   of course they are strictly illegal here but no one seems to notice
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Post by: Ginny on December 31, 2012, 09:25:31 PM
Sorry to wuss, but I have a LOT to do tomorrow - 'night!
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 09:25:34 PM
Perhaps elmore is eating a cookie whilst dancing naked to the score of Whoop-Up.
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Post by: ChasSmith on December 31, 2012, 09:25:44 PM
I would love to have heard a rousing rendition of "It Isn't Necessarily So!"
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 09:26:08 PM
FJL is probably writing a parody of one of his parodies.
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Post by: vixmom on December 31, 2012, 09:26:54 PM
Vixmom wins the lottery, quits her job, and has some money left after helping all the Hurricane Sandy victims.

OOOH!  I hope Jeanne's resolution comes true!!!
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 09:26:59 PM
Ashley 1991 just e-mailed me to say she'd seen my Facebook profile.  All I had to do was click on the link...
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Post by: Jeanne on December 31, 2012, 09:27:05 PM
I've been in London in January, Ginny, and it's COLD. Of course, I was coming from California, whereas you live in the Midwest. You may find it quite balmy.

The Weather Channel app shows London 15-20 degrees warmer than it's been here recently.  I have a fabulous new coat with a quilted zip-out lining that can be worn as a coat itself.

I'm sure you'll be quite comfortable. The dampness does make a difference, though. When I was there one Aoril--in Weybridge, actually--I bought a couple Shetland wool pullovers and didn't need my winter coat. April is still cold to a Californian.
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Post by: Ginny on December 31, 2012, 09:27:24 PM
Thank you, DR Vixmom!  We'll be in Norwich for a week beginning on Sunday.
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 09:27:33 PM
I want the VIxter here - surely Vixmom did not let her daughter go out and get roaring drunk.
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 09:27:46 PM
And where's dear reader Sandra and Laura.
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 09:27:56 PM
Still, we're havin' us a TIME!
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 09:28:49 PM
And we've got us thirty-eight GUESTS.
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 09:28:59 PM
And we've got us sixteen pages.
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Post by: vixmom on December 31, 2012, 09:29:27 PM
I have some nice  rib steaks which have been marinating since last night and shrimp for shrimp cocktail  and crab cakes and our traditional sweet & spicy cocktail franks

Vixmom, I made a very large casserole of ham and noodles.  You are welcome to come over for some.  I don't think Vixdad or the Vixter would like it, because I addedchooped onion.

chooped onion?  My favorite! Much better than chopped

I believe that chooping results in finer pieces than chopping.

 I agree!
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 09:29:28 PM
Vixmom has gone the way of all flesh.
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Post by: Laura on December 31, 2012, 09:29:28 PM
Happy New Year to the people on the other side of the country. I stayed to wash dishes after the party at church. The cherpumple was a great success.
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 09:29:40 PM
I've gone the way of all flesh.
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Post by: Ginny on December 31, 2012, 09:30:03 PM
I've been in London in January, Ginny, and it's COLD. Of course, I was coming from California, whereas you live in the Midwest. You may find it quite balmy.

The Weather Channel app shows London 15-20 degrees warmer than it's been here recently.  I have a fabulous new coat with a quilted zip-out lining that can be worn as a coat itself.

I'm sure you'll be quite comfortable. The dampness does make a difference, though. When I was there one Aoril--in Weybridge, actually--I bought a couple Shetland wool pullovers and didn't need my winter coat. April is still cold to a Californian.

My new coat is water-resistant and has a hood.  With layers underneath, I wonder if I'll need the lining.
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 09:30:10 PM
Laura is here and best stay for the duration, baby.  And Sandra ought to post some pithy pronouncements, too.
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Post by: ChasSmith on December 31, 2012, 09:30:21 PM
My flesh has gone the way of all the other flesh.
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Post by: Jeanne on December 31, 2012, 09:30:22 PM
Vixmom wins the lottery, quits her job, and has some money left after helping all the Hurricane Sandy victims.

OOOH!  I hope Jeanne's resolution comes true!!!

WHAT??!! You don't love your job?
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 09:30:29 PM
Vixmom is back.
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Post by: vixmom on December 31, 2012, 09:30:49 PM
Vixmom has the sand, but where in tarnation is the Vixter?

She just went to bed
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Post by: ChasSmith on December 31, 2012, 09:30:57 PM
What is it, flesh?
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 09:30:58 PM
I've gone the way of all fish sticks.
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Post by: John G. on December 31, 2012, 09:31:08 PM
When does all that Gershwin music go public? He died, what?, 90 or so years ago.
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 09:31:16 PM
What does Vixmom think of fish sticks?
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 09:31:29 PM
Conversely, what do fish sticks think of Vixmom?
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 09:31:56 PM
Thanks to all the copyright extensions, not for a while, I'm afraid.
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Post by: Ginny on December 31, 2012, 09:32:07 PM
Vixmom has the sand, but where in tarnation is the Vixter?

She just went to bed

And, now, I'm going to do the same - 'night!
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Post by: vixmom on December 31, 2012, 09:32:38 PM
Vixmom has gone the way of all flesh.

Oh dear I hope not
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Post by: vixmom on December 31, 2012, 09:34:44 PM
Vixmom wins the lottery, quits her job, and has some money left after helping all the Hurricane Sandy victims.

OOOH!  I hope Jeanne's resolution comes true!!!

WHAT??!! You don't love your job?

 Of course! It would be  terrible wrench to leave but SOMEONE has to spend all that lottery money
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Post by: vixmom on December 31, 2012, 09:35:05 PM
Vixmom is back.

I was just catching up
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Post by: John G. on December 31, 2012, 09:35:21 PM
Vixmom wins the lottery, quits her job, and has some money left after helping all the Hurricane Sandy victims.

OOOH!  I hope Jeanne's resolution comes true!!!

WHAT??!! You don't love your job?

 Of course! It would be  terrible wrench to leave but SOMEONE has to spend all that lottery money
I'm glad that you're willing to make the necessary sacrifices.
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Post by: vixmom on December 31, 2012, 09:35:27 PM
What does Vixmom think of fish sticks?

bleh
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Post by: vixmom on December 31, 2012, 09:35:58 PM
I have never eaten a fish stick - I do not like the way they  look   or smell
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Post by: ChasSmith on December 31, 2012, 09:36:45 PM
I have never eaten a fish stick - I do not like the way they  look   or smell

No way.  Where did you attend grade school, DR vixmom?
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Post by: vixmom on December 31, 2012, 09:37:31 PM
What does Vixmom think of fish sticks?

they love me because I leave them to live happily in their  grocery freezer  -  they are in no fear of being cooked and eaten when I am around
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 09:37:34 PM
I am my own fish stick.
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Post by: Ben on December 31, 2012, 09:37:35 PM
Happy New Year to All and to All a Good Night!
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Post by: vixmom on December 31, 2012, 09:38:00 PM
Vixmom has the sand, but where in tarnation is the Vixter?

She just went to bed

And, now, I'm going to do the same - 'night!

Good night Ginny!! Happy New year to you and Richard!
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 09:38:04 PM
One hour and fifteen minutes to contemplation.
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Post by: John G. on December 31, 2012, 09:38:18 PM
I have never eaten a fish stick - I do not like the way they  look   or smell
They are merely a vehicle for tartar sauce or cocktail sauce.
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 09:38:19 PM
I think page twenty could just be a reality.
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Post by: vixmom on December 31, 2012, 09:38:40 PM
Vixmom wins the lottery, quits her job, and has some money left after helping all the Hurricane Sandy victims.

OOOH!  I hope Jeanne's resolution comes true!!!

WHAT??!! You don't love your job?

 Of course! It would be  terrible wrench to leave but SOMEONE has to spend all that lottery money
I'm glad that you're willing to make the necessary sacrifices.

That's what makes me so nice   ;)
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Post by: John G. on December 31, 2012, 09:38:48 PM
Happy New Year, East Coasters.
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 09:40:02 PM
The big balls have yet to drop. 
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Post by: vixmom on December 31, 2012, 09:40:36 PM
I have never eaten a fish stick - I do not like the way they  look   or smell

No way.  Where did you attend grade school, DR vixmom?

right here in the town where I live -  but MY Mommy packed my lunch every day -  in fact I never had a school lunch until high school and then only rarely when I traded my  home made lunch for someone else's school lunch
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 09:40:36 PM
I'm very relaxed.
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Post by: vixmom on December 31, 2012, 09:41:32 PM
Happy New Year to All and to All a Good Night!

 Happy New year to you and your husband, Ant!!
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Post by: John G. on December 31, 2012, 09:42:39 PM
I have never eaten a fish stick - I do not like the way they  look   or smell

No way.  Where did you attend grade school, DR vixmom?

right here in the town where I live -  but MY Mommy packed my lunch every day -  in fact I never had a school lunch until high school and then only rarely when I traded my  home made lunch for someone else's school lunch
My childhood was about the same. What did your Mom fix you? Anything good?

I remember plenty of olive-nut sandwiches, except there were no nuts, just olives and cream cheese and homemade bread.
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 09:42:48 PM
My mother occasionally made me lunch for school, especially grammar school - the usual peanut butter, tuna fish, cheese, bologna, turkey, plus chips and fruit things.  I enjoyed that for a while.  I never had a thermos or a lunch box.  I came with a brown paper bag with my name on it.  But after grammar school I began doing the school cafeteria or what they called the hash lines - I kind of liked the cafeteria food in its own way.  It was fun to move around the plate.
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 09:43:31 PM
I never had an olive on a sandwich until the Subway.
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 09:43:39 PM
Who is John Galt?
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 09:43:48 PM
Is JohnG John Galt?
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Post by: John G. on December 31, 2012, 09:44:15 PM
I had a Bonanza lunch box. It had a yellow background, as I recall. No thermos either.
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Post by: John G. on December 31, 2012, 09:44:25 PM
Is JohnG John Galt?
NO.
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Post by: Laura on December 31, 2012, 09:45:14 PM
Assembling the cherpumple:
(http://i238.photobucket.com/albums/ff302/HHWgroup/2012cherpumple1.jpg)

Serving the cherpumple:
(http://i238.photobucket.com/albums/ff302/HHWgroup/2012cherpumple2.jpg)

The cherpumple before it collapsed:
(http://i238.photobucket.com/albums/ff302/HHWgroup/2012cherpumple3.jpg)
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Post by: John G. on December 31, 2012, 09:46:01 PM
Thank you, Laura. Those pix made my night.
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Post by: Laura on December 31, 2012, 09:46:38 PM
Two people asked for the recipe. LOL.
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Post by: John G. on December 31, 2012, 09:47:00 PM
I can see the fireworks through my curtains.
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Post by: Laura on December 31, 2012, 09:47:03 PM
Last time we assembled it at home and tried to move it. Bad idea.
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Post by: John G. on December 31, 2012, 09:47:28 PM
I just want the cherry pie layer.
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 09:47:37 PM
Send some our way - and tell dear reader Sandra to EAT that thing - she could use a few pounds on her.  I'll donate some of mine.
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Post by: vixmom on December 31, 2012, 09:48:00 PM
Dinner went very well - and then the  three of us played a board game ' Arabian Nights"
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Post by: vixmom on December 31, 2012, 09:48:37 PM
at 11:59 we turned on the Tee Vee to watch the ball drop in Times Square
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Post by: Jeanne on December 31, 2012, 09:48:52 PM

I remember plenty of olive-nut sandwiches, except there were no nuts, just olives and cream cheese and homemade bread.

No wonder you became a food critic.
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Post by: vixmom on December 31, 2012, 09:49:08 PM
and now I am sipping Korbel and eating a section of a dark chocolate orange
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Post by: ChasSmith on December 31, 2012, 09:50:06 PM
An olive-cream cheese spread is a wonderful thing on, say, an everything bagel.
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Post by: vixmom on December 31, 2012, 09:50:09 PM
I have never eaten a fish stick - I do not like the way they  look   or smell

No way.  Where did you attend grade school, DR vixmom?

right here in the town where I live -  but MY Mommy packed my lunch every day -  in fact I never had a school lunch until high school and then only rarely when I traded my  home made lunch for someone else's school lunch
My childhood was about the same. What did your Mom fix you? Anything good?

I remember plenty of olive-nut sandwiches, except there were no nuts, just olives and cream cheese and homemade bread.

 peanut butter and butter and grape jelly on white bread
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Post by: vixmom on December 31, 2012, 09:50:29 PM
stuffing and cold gravy  sandwiches
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Post by: vixmom on December 31, 2012, 09:50:37 PM
tunafish on rye
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Post by: ChasSmith on December 31, 2012, 09:50:54 PM
Grape jelly is beginners jelly!
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Post by: John G. on December 31, 2012, 09:51:00 PM
What a sad, sweet movie "Under the Roofs of Paris" is. Nothing like the musicals coming out of Hollywood at the same time.
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Post by: vixmom on December 31, 2012, 09:51:05 PM
meatloaf on white
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Post by: vixmom on December 31, 2012, 09:51:26 PM
creamcheese and strawberry jelly on white
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Post by: John G. on December 31, 2012, 09:51:56 PM
I don't recall having peanut butter sandwiches in my lunches when I was a kid. And never tuna fish.
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Post by: ChasSmith on December 31, 2012, 09:52:43 PM
Somebody's ball is about to drop!
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Post by: Jeanne on December 31, 2012, 09:53:11 PM
Was DR Chas here when HHW introduced the cherpumple to the public? After all, it's not exactly well known.
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Post by: ChasSmith on December 31, 2012, 09:53:13 PM
No one here in the Central time zone?
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Post by: John G. on December 31, 2012, 09:53:33 PM
Happy New Year!
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Post by: vixmom on December 31, 2012, 09:53:36 PM
Grape jelly is beginners jelly!

ah peanut butter MUST have grape jelly
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Post by: ChasSmith on December 31, 2012, 09:53:49 PM
Was DR Chas here when HHW introduced the cherpumple to the public? After all, it's not exactly well known.

No.  I'm only picking up on the thing this very week.
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 09:54:05 PM
Yes, meatloaf - my mother made a great meatloaf and those were lunchtime sandwiches I loved.  I haven't had a meatloaf meal in, I don't know, thirty years.
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Post by: vixmom on December 31, 2012, 09:54:31 PM
No one here in the Central time zone?

Aren't Ohio and Iowa  central time?
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Post by: Laura on December 31, 2012, 09:54:40 PM
For those who care:

http://www.charlesphoenix.com/2010/10/cherpumple-monster-pie-cake-new-test-kitchen-video/

The best part is the big thud it makes when it lands on the plate.
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Post by: John G. on December 31, 2012, 09:54:52 PM
Grape jelly is beginners jelly!

ah peanut butter MUST have grape jelly
No. Not in the least. Homemade raspberry, maybe apricot.
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 09:54:59 PM
I ate nothing but grape jelly for years.  It was only much later that I discovered boysenberry jelly, which I loved, and then cherry jelly, which I also enjoy.
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Post by: vixmom on December 31, 2012, 09:55:21 PM
Yes, meatloaf - my mother made a great meatloaf and those were lunchtime sandwiches I loved.  I haven't had a meatloaf meal in, I don't know, thirty years.

 I make a nice meatloaf (if I do say so myself)-  and the Vixter does a good job too
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Post by: John G. on December 31, 2012, 09:55:29 PM
Yes, meatloaf - my mother made a great meatloaf and those were lunchtime sandwiches I loved.  I haven't had a meatloaf meal in, I don't know, thirty years.
I hadn't had in ages, until I made it for dinner tonight.
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Post by: ChasSmith on December 31, 2012, 09:55:36 PM
My mother's meatloaf was one of the three or four best things she ever made.  I have the recipe somewhere, and made it once.  It's all beef, not a mixture.

Interesting, too, how leftover meatloaf sandwiches call for plain old white bread.
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 09:55:41 PM
I will occasionally make a meal out of multiple pieces of rye toast with butter and various jellies - or English Muffins with butter and various jellies.  I'm getting hungry now.
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Post by: Jeanne on December 31, 2012, 09:56:03 PM
IIRC, we had some photos once of the whole cherpumple process. Quite interesting.
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Post by: Laura on December 31, 2012, 09:56:40 PM
I LOVE meatloaf. One of the things I miss most about the cholesterol diet.
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Post by: vixmom on December 31, 2012, 09:56:43 PM
Grape jelly is beginners jelly!

ah peanut butter MUST have grape jelly
No. Not in the least. Homemade raspberry, maybe apricot.

nope,  you're wrong.  It MUST be grape -  I am pretty sure it is a law or something

:)
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 09:56:50 PM
My mother's meatloaf was one of the three or four best things she ever made.  I have the recipe somewhere, and made it once.  It's all beef, not a mixture.

Interesting, too, how leftover meatloaf sandwiches call for plain old white bread.

Yes, all beef in our house.  I only remember her mashing up the ground beef with egg - she'd put some onions in, and ketchup, too, I think - certainly on the top.  I should make it one of these days.  I really think that's all she did to it.
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Post by: ChasSmith on December 31, 2012, 09:57:21 PM
Been there, done that, with the breads (toast) and various jellies.  
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 09:57:53 PM
What a partay - this is one of our best.  I'd imagine elmore is still eating his chili, being a curmudgeon about something, and perhaps drinking soda water.
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Post by: Jeanne on December 31, 2012, 09:58:25 PM
Ah, I see Laura posted it. You MUST watch it, Chas.
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 09:58:28 PM
I want meat loaf now.
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Post by: vixmom on December 31, 2012, 09:58:31 PM
I ate nothing but grape jelly for years.  It was only much later that I discovered boysenberry jelly, which I loved, and then cherry jelly, which I also enjoy.

 I like different kinds of jellies -  especially on  a nice toasted  Ritz cracker witha dab of cream cheese on it
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 09:58:57 PM
I have never had a meat loaf in a restaurant that I've liked.  I have had restaurant meat loaf in the past thirty years - just not homemade.
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Post by: ChasSmith on December 31, 2012, 09:59:08 PM
A little sage, too, in the meatloaf.  I remember that because it was how I first learned about sage.
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 09:59:08 PM
Twenty pages, here we come!
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 09:59:36 PM
I first learned about sage from Simon and Garfunkel.
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Post by: TCB on December 31, 2012, 10:00:16 PM
Will we never get to page fifteen?


Boy, were you wrong!
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 10:02:24 PM
I feel there is no stopping us tonight and soon we will be the most popular site on all the Internet.
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Post by: vixmom on December 31, 2012, 10:02:53 PM
my meatloaf is all beef too-  with an egg, Italian seasoned bread crumbs, an envelope of Liptons beefy  onion soup (dissolved in a small amount of  boiling water  until the onions are rehydrated) and some beef stock in the pan -  I form my meatloaf into a laof nbut do not cook it in a loaf pan - I cook it in  a roast pan so the top gets nice and brown 
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Post by: ChasSmith on December 31, 2012, 10:02:55 PM
Watching the video.

I have that turquoise Sunbeam Mixmaster.
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Post by: Jeanne on December 31, 2012, 10:03:03 PM
Does any other site do an online partay?
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 10:03:26 PM
I just received an e-mail offer for a testosterone boost.  I don't need the boost, I need the damn testosterone - at least I think I do.  But not as much as I need meat loaf.
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 10:03:47 PM
Let's all get out our Chop-o-Matics and chop something.
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Post by: ChasSmith on December 31, 2012, 10:04:10 PM
Those vintage stoves are things of beauty.
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Post by: vixmom on December 31, 2012, 10:04:12 PM
I first learned about sage from Simon and Garfunkel.

parsely
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Post by: vixmom on December 31, 2012, 10:04:18 PM
rosemary
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 10:04:19 PM
I'm sure other sites have tried to imitate our partay - after all, they've certainly ripped off everything else we do here.
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Post by: vixmom on December 31, 2012, 10:04:25 PM
thyme
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Post by: TCB on December 31, 2012, 10:04:46 PM
I love the first part of HANS CHRISTIAN ANDERSEN, especially the songs.  However, once he meets up with the ballerina and her husband, I truly despise the rest of the film.  [SPOILER ALERT!]  When Farley Granger locks Danny Kaye in the closet, and leaves him there so that he misses the ballet, I just about lose it.  And then the ballerina and her husband laugh it off.  [END OF SPOILER ALERT]  That is when the whole film becomes nasty, meanspirited, humiliating, and Yes, even smarmy.

Other than that, the film is fine.  And it is a dumb ballet.
Farley Granger locking Danny Kaye in a closet. Now there's a sentence Freud could have fun with.

And Laurence Olivier was not in the closet with him.
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Post by: Jeanne on December 31, 2012, 10:05:04 PM
I think you mean choop something.
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 10:05:38 PM
Did you know how prescient Stephen Schwartz was?  In Pippin he wrote the following line in No Time at All: Now sages tweet that age is sweet.  He predicted Twitter forty years before it came into existence.  Pretty good.
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Post by: vixmom on December 31, 2012, 10:05:40 PM
Ocean's Eleven is on the TV-  the Frank Sinatra one
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Post by: John G. on December 31, 2012, 10:06:01 PM
Mine was the Moroccan meatloaf I had mentioned earlier. It had ground ginger in the beef with breadcrumbs, ketchup, cumin and cinnamon. The sauce on top had ketchup, lemon juice, a touch of chiles and garlic. It was surprisingly good.

Mom's was always dry, despite a cross of bacon cooked on it, so it wasn't my favorite as a kid. But then again, meat was always cooked until dead done when I was growing up. They still eat it that way. When I cook for them, I take my portion out about 20 minutes before theirs.
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 10:06:10 PM
I'm assuming that once the closet is unlocked, Danny comes out.
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Post by: vixmom on December 31, 2012, 10:06:13 PM
I think you mean choop something.

for that you need the Choop-o-matic
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 10:06:51 PM
See, I don't think my mother used breadcrumbs.
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Post by: John G. on December 31, 2012, 10:07:03 PM
Would that be like the dreaded Choop-a-cabra?
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Post by: vixmom on December 31, 2012, 10:07:10 PM
Did you know how prescient Stephen Schwartz was?  In Pippin he wrote the following line in No Time at All: Now sages tweet that age is sweet.  He predicted Twitter forty years before it came into existence.  Pretty good.

 I didn't know herbs could tweet on twitter
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 10:07:39 PM
I just received ANOTHER e-mail offering me a testosterone boost.  Are they trying to tell me something?
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 10:07:51 PM
Forty-five minutes to contemplation.
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Post by: vixmom on December 31, 2012, 10:08:33 PM
See, I don't think my mother used breadcrumbs.

you need the bread crumbs if you add the egg and the soup or else it is too wet to hold together
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Post by: ChasSmith on December 31, 2012, 10:09:54 PM
Mine was not a bread crumb thing, I'm pretty sure.  So maybe it didn't have the egg?  Well, we'll find out soon enough.
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Post by: vixmom on December 31, 2012, 10:10:36 PM
TWENTY!!!!!!!!
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Post by: Cillaliz on December 31, 2012, 10:10:39 PM
Did I mention yesterday that I spent the afternoon with Sharon?   We had a great time

Only that you planned to.  A great time, fantastic!

I stayed about 3 hours or so.  In her words she's not doing "great" she's doing very good and is getting better all the time.  She won't be doing great until she can walk out and go home.    That should be in a couple weeks.  We talked and talked and talked.  It was really fun.   
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Post by: Jeanne on December 31, 2012, 10:10:47 PM
Did you know how prescient Stephen Schwartz was?  In Pippin he wrote the following line in No Time at All: Now sages tweet that age is sweet.  He predicted Twitter forty years before it came into existence.  Pretty good.

 I didn't know herbs could tweet on twitter

You know, they allow anyone these days.
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Post by: John G. on December 31, 2012, 10:11:02 PM
Yes, I left the egg out of my rundown of ingredients. Cilantro, too.
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Post by: ChasSmith on December 31, 2012, 10:11:09 PM
20!
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Post by: vixmom on December 31, 2012, 10:11:43 PM
I love the first part of HANS CHRISTIAN ANDERSEN, especially the songs.  However, once he meets up with the ballerina and her husband, I truly despise the rest of the film.  [SPOILER ALERT!]  When Farley Granger locks Danny Kaye in the closet, and leaves him there so that he misses the ballet, I just about lose it.  And then the ballerina and her husband laugh it off.  [END OF SPOILER ALERT]  That is when the whole film becomes nasty, meanspirited, humiliating, and Yes, even smarmy.

Other than that, the film is fine.  And it is a dumb ballet.
Farley Granger locking Danny Kaye in a closet. Now there's a sentence Freud could have fun with.

And Laurence Olivier was not in the closet with him.

someone's in the closet with Danny
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Post by: Cillaliz on December 31, 2012, 10:12:01 PM
Happy New Year's Eve!   I had a wonderful afternoon and got to meet 5 great kids that I helped come to the USA from Somalia via Kenya.   They gave me thank you cards and a beautiful shawl/scarf.  We all met at an ice cream shop and had a great time.  They are some of the nicest and most polite kids (4th grade-10th grade) that I've ever met.  It was a joy to spend time with them

That sounds wonderful!

It was wonderful.  I may post a photo tomorrow, haven't decided.  I didn't ask them if it was ok if I shared the photos, but they wanted them and I sent them all the photos I took, so I think they may be sharing them, so it's probably ok
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Post by: vixmom on December 31, 2012, 10:12:21 PM
Someone's in the closet I know oh oh oh
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 10:12:21 PM
She didn't use soup in the meatloaf - my memory is we mooshed together the ground beef with egg and onions and ketchup - I helped occasionally to do the mooshing and my memory is pretty good.  I simply never remember bread crumbs or soup.
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Post by: vixmom on December 31, 2012, 10:12:41 PM
someone's in the closet with Daaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaneeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee e
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 10:12:43 PM
Twenty-five pages anyone?
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Post by: vixmom on December 31, 2012, 10:13:04 PM
Strummin' on the ol' banjo
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Post by: Cillaliz on December 31, 2012, 10:13:20 PM
DR Cillaliz, you seem to have had a lovely stay-cation!

It's been great.  Interestingly every day since I didn't get the judicial position, I've run into one of my clients who has gone out of his or her way to tell me thank you.  It's been so cool and makes me thankful I didn't get the job and can continue doing what I'm doing
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 10:13:30 PM
I'm very relaxed.
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 10:13:57 PM
And I haven't had another dark chocolate almond cherry cluster thing.
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Post by: vixmom on December 31, 2012, 10:14:16 PM
Did you know how prescient Stephen Schwartz was?  In Pippin he wrote the following line in No Time at All: Now sages tweet that age is sweet.  He predicted Twitter forty years before it came into existence.  Pretty good.

 I didn't know herbs could tweet on twitter

You know, they allow anyone these days.

My friend Herbert will be pleased to learn this
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Post by: TCB on December 31, 2012, 10:14:31 PM
The "Show Tunes" channel on TV lists some interesting things.  Currently listening to THE GAME by Stephen Sondheim from SHOW BOAT. 
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Post by: vixmom on December 31, 2012, 10:14:47 PM
Did I mention yesterday that I spent the afternoon with Sharon?   We had a great time

Only that you planned to.  A great time, fantastic!

I stayed about 3 hours or so.  In her words she's not doing "great" she's doing very good and is getting better all the time.  She won't be doing great until she can walk out and go home.    That should be in a couple weeks.  We talked and talked and talked.  It was really fun.  

 iam so glad she is able to move ahead -  what a traumatic event
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Post by: Jeanne on December 31, 2012, 10:14:50 PM
Cilla, that's great that you had so much time with Sharon. Is she out of all danger now?
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Post by: John G. on December 31, 2012, 10:14:56 PM
I love the first part of HANS CHRISTIAN ANDERSEN, especially the songs.  However, once he meets up with the ballerina and her husband, I truly despise the rest of the film.  [SPOILER ALERT!]  When Farley Granger locks Danny Kaye in the closet, and leaves him there so that he misses the ballet, I just about lose it.  And then the ballerina and her husband laugh it off.  [END OF SPOILER ALERT]  That is when the whole film becomes nasty, meanspirited, humiliating, and Yes, even smarmy.

Other than that, the film is fine.  And it is a dumb ballet.
Farley Granger locking Danny Kaye in a closet. Now there's a sentence Freud could have fun with.

And Laurence Olivier was not in the closet with him.

someone's in the closet with Danny
Well, that movie "49th Parallel" that I watched the other day had the most peculiar opening. A very gay eskimo is talking to a trapper about another trapper who turns out to be Laurence Olivier. The first shot we see of Laurence is of him in a bathtub, grabbing some sort of animal skin that he proceeds to rub between his legs. Then he stands up and plays the rest of the scene (shot from the waist up) as he's dripping wet. The gay eskimo just titters in the background. But then they beat up Nazis -- or try to, at least.
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Post by: Laura on December 31, 2012, 10:16:03 PM
Those vintage stoves are things of beauty.

I love the forest green one.
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Post by: John G. on December 31, 2012, 10:16:20 PM
The "Show Tunes" channel on TV lists some interesting things.  Currently listening to THE GAME by Stephen Sondheim from SHOW BOAT. 
But of course. One of my favorites.
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Post by: ChasSmith on December 31, 2012, 10:16:33 PM
I love the first part of HANS CHRISTIAN ANDERSEN, especially the songs.  However, once he meets up with the ballerina and her husband, I truly despise the rest of the film.  [SPOILER ALERT!]  When Farley Granger locks Danny Kaye in the closet, and leaves him there so that he misses the ballet, I just about lose it.  And then the ballerina and her husband laugh it off.  [END OF SPOILER ALERT]  That is when the whole film becomes nasty, meanspirited, humiliating, and Yes, even smarmy.

Other than that, the film is fine.  And it is a dumb ballet.
Farley Granger locking Danny Kaye in a closet. Now there's a sentence Freud could have fun with.

And Laurence Olivier was not in the closet with him.

someone's in the closet with Danny
Well, that movie "49th Parallel" that I watched the other day had the most peculiar opening. A very gay eskimo is talking to a trapper about another trapper who turns out to be Laurence Olivier. The first shot we see of Laurence is of him in a bathtub, grabbing some sort of animal skin that he proceeds to rub between his legs. Then he stands up and plays the rest of the scene (shot from the waist up) as he's dripping wet. The gay eskimo just titters in the background. But then they beat up Nazis -- or try to, at least.

DR John G., are you sure that isn't a bad dream you had?
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Post by: vixmom on December 31, 2012, 10:16:33 PM
DR Cillaliz, you seem to have had a lovely stay-cation!

It's been great.  Interestingly every day since I didn't get the judicial position, I've run into one of my clients who has gone out of his or her way to tell me thank you.  It's been so cool and makes me thankful I didn't get the job and can continue doing what I'm doing

This may be a sign that this is what you are meant to be doing  now
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Post by: TCB on December 31, 2012, 10:16:51 PM
I see KevinH - perhaps he'll join in the merriment and mirth and laughter and legs.  Maybe if we talk about the two B's - Brent and Barbra.




This is a perfect opportunity to encourage everyone to see The Guilt Trip--you'll love it!

That's one B down.





Okay, Mr. B's show at 54 Below, which was cancelled due to Hurricane Sandy, has been rescheduled to Feb. 20th.  Why does it have to be on a Wednesday?

Because the 21 is a Thursday.
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Post by: Jeanne on December 31, 2012, 10:17:38 PM
The "Show Tunes" channel on TV lists some interesting things.  Currently listening to THE GAME by Stephen Sondheim from SHOW BOAT. 

Sondheim wrote SHOWBOAT? He must have been very young.
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Post by: vixmom on December 31, 2012, 10:17:55 PM
I love the first part of HANS CHRISTIAN ANDERSEN, especially the songs.  However, once he meets up with the ballerina and her husband, I truly despise the rest of the film.  [SPOILER ALERT!]  When Farley Granger locks Danny Kaye in the closet, and leaves him there so that he misses the ballet, I just about lose it.  And then the ballerina and her husband laugh it off.  [END OF SPOILER ALERT]  That is when the whole film becomes nasty, meanspirited, humiliating, and Yes, even smarmy.

Other than that, the film is fine.  And it is a dumb ballet.
Farley Granger locking Danny Kaye in a closet. Now there's a sentence Freud could have fun with.

And Laurence Olivier was not in the closet with him.

someone's in the closet with Danny
Well, that movie "49th Parallel" that I watched the other day had the most peculiar opening. A very gay eskimo is talking to a trapper about another trapper who turns out to be Laurence Olivier. The first shot we see of Laurence is of him in a bathtub, grabbing some sort of animal skin that he proceeds to rub between his legs. Then he stands up and plays the rest of the scene (shot from the waist up) as he's dripping wet. The gay eskimo just titters in the background. But then they beat up Nazis -- or try to, at least.


Now I want to see this movie
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Post by: John G. on December 31, 2012, 10:18:02 PM
I see KevinH - perhaps he'll join in the merriment and mirth and laughter and legs.  Maybe if we talk about the two B's - Brent and Barbra.




This is a perfect opportunity to encourage everyone to see The Guilt Trip--you'll love it!

That's one B down.





Okay, Mr. B's show at 54 Below, which was cancelled due to Hurricane Sandy, has been rescheduled to Feb. 20th.  Why does it have to be on a Wednesday?

Because the 21 is a Thursday.
Thank you for using logic to make the rest of understand this.
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Post by: John G. on December 31, 2012, 10:18:27 PM
The "Show Tunes" channel on TV lists some interesting things.  Currently listening to THE GAME by Stephen Sondheim from SHOW BOAT. 

Sondheim wrote SHOWBOAT? He must have been very young.
He was really prescient. He wrote it before he was born.
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Post by: vixmom on December 31, 2012, 10:18:42 PM
I do not think I have ever seen the word " a very gay eskimo" in print before
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Post by: ChasSmith on December 31, 2012, 10:19:01 PM
The "Show Tunes" channel on TV lists some interesting things.  Currently listening to THE GAME by Stephen Sondheim from SHOW BOAT. 

Sondheim wrote SHOWBOAT? He must have been very young.
He was really prescient. He wrote it before he was born.

A genius.
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Post by: John G. on December 31, 2012, 10:19:15 PM
Lucky 21!
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Post by: vixmom on December 31, 2012, 10:19:22 PM
or heard them spoken for that matter
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Post by: TCB on December 31, 2012, 10:19:31 PM
I was thinking of seeing Cheyenne Jackson at the Kennedy Center tonight, but decided not to.  I didn't feel like heading back to DC.  Of course, if it had been one of the "B's," I wouild have done it.

Hell, with the money you have paid to see them, they should show up at your house.
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Post by: Jeanne on December 31, 2012, 10:20:33 PM
DR Cillaliz, you seem to have had a lovely stay-cation!

It's been great.  Interestingly every day since I didn't get the judicial position, I've run into one of my clients who has gone out of his or her way to tell me thank you.  It's been so cool and makes me thankful I didn't get the job and can continue doing what I'm doing

This may be a sign that this is what you are meant to be doing  now

I saw it as a win-win: You get a great new job or you keep a great not-so-old job.
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Post by: John G. on December 31, 2012, 10:20:55 PM
I'm beginning to fade. J.B. is beginning to fade. All but the people setting off fireworks in the street are beginning to fade.

So, good night, all.

And happy new year, everyone!
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Post by: vixmom on December 31, 2012, 10:21:53 PM
I see KevinH - perhaps he'll join in the merriment and mirth and laughter and legs.  Maybe if we talk about the two B's - Brent and Barbra.




This is a perfect opportunity to encourage everyone to see The Guilt Trip--you'll love it!

That's one B down.





Okay, Mr. B's show at 54 Below, which was cancelled due to Hurricane Sandy, has been rescheduled to Feb. 20th.  Why does it have to be on a Wednesday?

Because the 21 is a Thursday.
Thank you for using logic to make the rest of understand this.

 I thought it was a word problem - like if you have three apples and John has three pears how many fruit tarts can you make?


I say TCB  gets an A+
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Post by: ChasSmith on December 31, 2012, 10:22:16 PM
Oy!  And I was just about to post that I am beginning to fade.

1:30 here, and I have a New Year's Day Do to go to tomorrow .... in Brooklyn.
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Post by: TCB on December 31, 2012, 10:22:55 PM
I wonder if Jack in the Box still has a breakfast sandwich called (I think) the Crescent Supreme.  Eggs, ten kinds of meat, several kinds of cheese...

Yes, they do, but I think they changed the name.
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Post by: Jeanne on December 31, 2012, 10:23:14 PM
The "Show Tunes" channel on TV lists some interesting things.  Currently listening to THE GAME by Stephen Sondheim from SHOW BOAT. 

Sondheim wrote SHOWBOAT? He must have been very young.
He was really prescient. He wrote it before he was born.

 ;D That is prescient indeed.

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Post by: vixmom on December 31, 2012, 10:23:37 PM
well it is 1:31 here and we are planning to see the Hobbit in the AM so nighty night all
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Post by: ChasSmith on December 31, 2012, 10:24:18 PM
The East Coasters are fleeing like the Russians were in Jersey!
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Post by: Jeanne on December 31, 2012, 10:24:53 PM
I do not think I have ever seen the word " a very gay eskimo" in print before

And you probably never will again.
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 10:25:22 PM
No fading on New Year's Eve!
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Post by: vixmom on December 31, 2012, 10:25:37 PM
We don't have any Jack In the Box restaurants here anymore  we had  quite a few in the 70's and early 80's but they all closed when they had that salmonella  problem and a couple of kids died -  I didn't know the chain still existed  at all
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 10:26:03 PM
While I was typing that simple six word sentence, I received five spam e-mails.
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 10:26:20 PM
Someone around here just set off a firework. 
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 10:26:45 PM
Jack in the Box is everywhere in California.
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Post by: vixmom on December 31, 2012, 10:26:51 PM
No fading on New Year's Eve!

oh stop living in the past!  That statement is so  2012!!
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Post by: vixmom on December 31, 2012, 10:26:57 PM
:):):)
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Post by: TCB on December 31, 2012, 10:27:09 PM
I hear some premature fireworks.


Premature fireworks.  Reminds me of my youth.  Which you can all read about in my next book, SVEN KRITZER.
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Post by: Cillaliz on December 31, 2012, 10:27:12 PM
Did I mention yesterday that I spent the afternoon with Sharon?   We had a great time

Only that you planned to.  A great time, fantastic!

I stayed about 3 hours or so.  In her words she's not doing "great" she's doing very good and is getting better all the time.  She won't be doing great until she can walk out and go home.    That should be in a couple weeks.  We talked and talked and talked.  It was really fun.  

 iam so glad she is able to move ahead -  what a traumatic event

She's totally beat the infection, just lots of rehab.  She still may lose a toe or two, but the color is starting to come back so she may still save them
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Post by: Jeanne on December 31, 2012, 10:27:24 PM
I'm beginning to fade. J.B. is beginning to fade. All but the people setting off fireworks in the street are beginning to fade.

So, good night, all.

And happy new year, everyone!

I faded long ago.
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Post by: ChasSmith on December 31, 2012, 10:27:27 PM
We don't have any Jack In the Box restaurants here anymore  we had  quite a few in the 70's and early 80's but they all closed when they had that salmonella  problem and a couple of kids died -  I didn't know the chain still existed  at all

It seems to be alive and well in California.

In fact, the first one I ever went to is still there, looking the same!

(Fairfax, across from the May Company building and just north of Johnnie's -- which I actually ate in.)
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Post by: Cillaliz on December 31, 2012, 10:27:51 PM
DR Cillaliz, you seem to have had a lovely stay-cation!

It's been great.  Interestingly every day since I didn't get the judicial position, I've run into one of my clients who has gone out of his or her way to tell me thank you.  It's been so cool and makes me thankful I didn't get the job and can continue doing what I'm doing

This may be a sign that this is what you are meant to be doing  now

That's exactly how I'm taking it!
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 10:28:11 PM
Wow, Jeanne has the sand so far.
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 10:28:28 PM
Color me impressed or, for KevinH, color me Barbra.
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 10:28:50 PM
We're over six hundred postings, I think.
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Post by: Jeanne on December 31, 2012, 10:29:14 PM
Oy!  And I was just about to post that I am beginning to fade.

1:30 here, and I have a New Year's Day Do to go to tomorrow .... in Brooklyn.

You can tell everyone at the Do what a cherpumple is. They'll be amazed. Awestruck. Dumbfounded. maybe some other words, too.
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Post by: Cillaliz on December 31, 2012, 10:29:18 PM
DR Cillaliz, you seem to have had a lovely stay-cation!

It's been great.  Interestingly every day since I didn't get the judicial position, I've run into one of my clients who has gone out of his or her way to tell me thank you.  It's been so cool and makes me thankful I didn't get the job and can continue doing what I'm doing

This may be a sign that this is what you are meant to be doing  now

I saw it as a win-win: You get a great new job or you keep a great not-so-old job.

It was.  What I needed most was the vacation.  Now I'm heading back with a much better attitude
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Post by: ChasSmith on December 31, 2012, 10:30:00 PM
Oy!  And I was just about to post that I am beginning to fade.

1:30 here, and I have a New Year's Day Do to go to tomorrow .... in Brooklyn.

You can tell everyone at the Do what a cherpumple is. They'll be amazed. Awestruck. Dumbfounded. maybe some other words, too.

I've already emailed them the link.
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 10:30:26 PM
I see even Arnold M. Brockman has joined us!
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Post by: ChasSmith on December 31, 2012, 10:30:39 PM
Twenty Two!

Room for one more, honey.
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 10:30:58 PM
And page twenty-two.
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 10:31:08 PM
We've gone the way of all flesh.
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Post by: ChasSmith on December 31, 2012, 10:31:58 PM
Love that movie, "The World, The Flesh, and the Cherpumple".
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Post by: Cillaliz on December 31, 2012, 10:33:36 PM
I went to a very nice NYE party tonight.  We had a very funny white elephant exchange.  I got a definite white elephant.  It was one of those pillow photo albums with a needle point thingy on the front.   I kept the box so it will be easy to take it next year.  I'm thinking about filling it with photos of some sort. 
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Post by: Cillaliz on December 31, 2012, 10:34:03 PM
The food was great, but it was missing something......I think it was the cherpumple
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Post by: Cillaliz on December 31, 2012, 10:34:38 PM
It's been 2013 for 40 minutes here.....HAPPY NEW YEAR!!!
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Post by: Cillaliz on December 31, 2012, 10:35:18 PM
I came home from the party a little early.  I was tired was ready to be home.  I like to be here when fireworks go off
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Post by: Jeanne on December 31, 2012, 10:38:33 PM
Oy!  And I was just about to post that I am beginning to fade.

1:30 here, and I have a New Year's Day Do to go to tomorrow .... in Brooklyn.

You can tell everyone at the Do what a cherpumple is. They'll be amazed. Awestruck. Dumbfounded. maybe some other words, too.

I've already emailed them the link.

 ;D

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Post by: TCB on December 31, 2012, 10:39:35 PM
Now I'm listening to the soundtrack of Atlas Shrugged.


I hope Ayn Rand didn't write the music.
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Post by: Cillaliz on December 31, 2012, 10:40:02 PM
I seem to be fading
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Post by: Cillaliz on December 31, 2012, 10:40:32 PM
tomorrow I have no plans.  I have things to do around the house, but no big plans
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Post by: Cillaliz on December 31, 2012, 10:40:57 PM
Although I think Paul may want to go see Les Miz.  If he does I'll go again
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Post by: Cillaliz on December 31, 2012, 10:41:56 PM
I started watching Downton Abbey last night.  I'm starting with episode 1 of season 1.   Maybe if I don't have to go anywhere tomorrow I'll do a marathon
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Post by: Laura on December 31, 2012, 10:42:55 PM
I SO want to make Frosty the Cheeseball Man next year.
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Post by: Cillaliz on December 31, 2012, 10:42:56 PM
I also watched the Best Exotic Marigold Hotel last night.  I really liked it
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Post by: TCB on December 31, 2012, 10:43:13 PM
I think I'll prep the champagne bottle so that all I have to do is pop the cork.  It has been my custom for the last few years to have one tiny sip of champagne at midnight.  I don't like the taste, but I do it.  Then the bottle usually sits in the refrigerator until next New Year's, when I discard it and replace it with a fresh bottle.


Thank you.  I kept meaning to ask you what you did with the rest of the bottle.
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Post by: Cillaliz on December 31, 2012, 10:43:15 PM
I SO want to make Frosty the Cheeseball Man next year.
That would be so funny!
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 10:46:02 PM
I wrote some of tomorrow's notes to get a head start so I don't post them too too late.
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 10:46:16 PM
And shortly I shall go do the contemplation thing.
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Post by: Jeanne on December 31, 2012, 10:46:24 PM
I am really fading now. Just not enough sand, I guess.

HAPPY 2013, EVERYONE!
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Post by: Laura on December 31, 2012, 10:46:34 PM
It's hard to tell if there are gunshots or fireworks.
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 10:46:56 PM
I think I'll start it a little after eleven so that I finish closer to eleven-thirty.
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 10:47:05 PM
No fading allowed!
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Post by: Cillaliz on December 31, 2012, 10:47:34 PM
I heard lots of fireworks here.  The cats usually handle it pretty well, but I still like to be here
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 10:47:38 PM
I'm guessing elmore is doing the dance of the seven veils whilst rolling around in chili.
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Post by: Cillaliz on December 31, 2012, 10:47:44 PM
Hope they are fireworks, Laura
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 10:47:58 PM
Haven't heard any fireworks since that one little thing.
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Post by: Cillaliz on December 31, 2012, 10:48:32 PM
Don't think I'll make it to Midnight Pacific time, but I can make it to Midnight Mountain time..
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Post by: Cillaliz on December 31, 2012, 10:48:39 PM
TWENTY THREE!!!!
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Post by: Jeanne on December 31, 2012, 10:48:52 PM
This is funny. I posted "Good night' and was suddenly logged off.
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Post by: Cillaliz on December 31, 2012, 10:48:57 PM
Woo and Hoo that's a good way to start 2013
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Post by: TCB on December 31, 2012, 10:49:19 PM
Now I am apparently listening to JOLLY HOLIDAY from PIPE DREAM/
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Post by: Cillaliz on December 31, 2012, 10:49:58 PM
I think I only have one 2013 calendar.  I may have to go shopping
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 10:50:07 PM
This is actually our largest posting month since February of 2011.  Who knew?
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Post by: vixmom on December 31, 2012, 10:50:11 PM
I am not going to make it to the West coast new year
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Post by: Cillaliz on December 31, 2012, 10:50:29 PM
I'm watching house hunters.  WHere do these people get all the money they do to buy these houses
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Post by: vixmom on December 31, 2012, 10:51:13 PM
Although it is the New Year in Nevada according to Sammy Davis Jr
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Post by: Laura on December 31, 2012, 10:51:26 PM
Well, seeing how I've never heard gunshots in this neighborhood, I am assuming it is fireworks. I hope they quit after our midnight -- and not continue on until California's midnight.
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Post by: TCB on December 31, 2012, 10:52:10 PM
I will someday do my all white production of Porgy and Bess.  And no one will say boo about it because color-blind casting can't only work one way.


I have already suggested that our local theater do an all-white RAISIN IN THE SUN.

My idea was voted down.
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Post by: vixmom on December 31, 2012, 10:52:19 PM
sorry  all I amgoing to bed --- night all!!!
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Post by: Laura on December 31, 2012, 10:53:52 PM
Midnight.
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Post by: Cillaliz on December 31, 2012, 10:54:28 PM
Happy New Year DR Laura!!
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 10:54:29 PM
It's only an hour away.
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Post by: Laura on December 31, 2012, 10:54:32 PM
The neighbor kids are banging on pots. Just like DR Sandra used to do when she was a little girl. I would send her over to the neighbor we didn't like to make noise.
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Post by: Cillaliz on December 31, 2012, 10:54:53 PM
Good Night
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Post by: TCB on December 31, 2012, 10:55:09 PM
I have some nice  rib steaks which have been marinating since last night and shrimp for shrimp cocktail  and crab cakes and our traditional sweet & spicy cocktail franks

Vixmom, I made a very large casserole of ham and noodles.  You are welcome to come over for some.  I don't think Vixdad or the Vixter would like it, because I added chopped onion.

chooped onion?  My favorite! Much better than chopped


What are you talking about, Vixmoom.
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 10:56:12 PM
Hey, we've got a partay goin' on.
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 10:56:58 PM
Boy, New Year's Eve must be the busy spam season - I've gotten about fifty since our little partay began.
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 10:57:12 PM
I nuke them and one minute later five more show up.
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Post by: TCB on December 31, 2012, 10:57:45 PM
Porgy would be Jason Graae.


ROTFLMAO   ;D ;D
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 10:57:45 PM
Well, I guess I'll go do my contemplation thing.
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Post by: TCB on December 31, 2012, 10:59:58 PM
One of the people I saw today was agent David Ankrum.  We have two things in common - I played Adam in the Tabitha pilot and he played Adam in the series.  I worked on Totally Hidden Video, and he joined the show in its final year.


Are you friends?
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Post by: TCB on December 31, 2012, 11:10:58 PM


Okay, okay, I confess!




I like fish sticks.
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Post by: TCB on December 31, 2012, 11:13:14 PM
Happy New Year to All and to All a Good Night!

 Happy New year to you and your husband, Ant!!


Speaking of that, it is so strange all of my gay friends that have gotten married this month.
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Post by: TCB on December 31, 2012, 11:15:56 PM
Assembling the cherpumple:
(http://i238.photobucket.com/albums/ff302/HHWgroup/2012cherpumple1.jpg)

Serving the cherpumple:
(http://i238.photobucket.com/albums/ff302/HHWgroup/2012cherpumple2.jpg)

The cherpumple before it collapsed:
(http://i238.photobucket.com/albums/ff302/HHWgroup/2012cherpumple3.jpg)


Thanks Laura!  It looks wonderful.
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Post by: TCB on December 31, 2012, 11:21:09 PM
Grape jelly is beginners jelly!

ah peanut butter MUST have grape jelly
No. Not in the least. Homemade raspberry, maybe apricot.

nope,  you're wrong.  It MUST be grape -  I am pretty sure it is a law or something

:)


That was the 13th Commandment.
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Post by: TCB on December 31, 2012, 11:23:55 PM
My mother's meatloaf was one of the three or four best things she ever made.  I have the recipe somewhere, and made it once.  It's all beef, not a mixture.

Interesting, too, how leftover meatloaf sandwiches call for plain old white bread.

Yes, all beef in our house.  I only remember her mashing up the ground beef with egg - she'd put some onions in, and ketchup, too, I think - certainly on the top.  I should make it one of these days.  I really think that's all she did to it.


No bread peices or oatmeal for filler?
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 11:24:48 PM
Ankrum and I are Facebook friends and we kind of bonded today.  He represents Heather Lee so he'll be coming to the Kritzerland show next Sunday.
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 11:25:00 PM
Can we make page twenty-five?
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 11:25:21 PM
Perhaps if we all got the way of all flesh, but it seems it's just me and TCB now.
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 11:25:43 PM
Maybe Laura and Jeanne will be back for the big balls drop.
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Post by: TCB on December 31, 2012, 11:27:54 PM
my meatloaf is all beef too-  with an egg, Italian seasoned bread crumbs, an envelope of Liptons beefy  onion soup (dissolved in a small amount of  boiling water  until the onions are rehydrated) and some beef stock in the pan -  I form my meatloaf into a laof nbut do not cook it in a loaf pan - I cook it in  a roast pan so the top gets nice and brown 


A laof nbut?  And you mock me for chooped?
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 11:28:27 PM
What, is this whole page going to be me?
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 11:28:58 PM
Thank goodness TCB isn't WUSSBURGERING.  We're only twenty-five minutes away from balls dropping.
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Post by: TCB on December 31, 2012, 11:30:13 PM
I just received an e-mail offer for a testosterone boost.  I don't need the boost, I need the damn testosterone - at least I think I do.  But not as much as I need meat loaf.


Testosterone makes your meat loaf.
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 11:30:14 PM
Getting excited for the balls dropping.
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 11:30:46 PM
Should I have another dark chocolate almond cherry cluster thing?  I'm trying very hard not to.
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 11:36:25 PM
Eighteen minutes to 2013.
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Post by: TCB on December 31, 2012, 11:36:25 PM
I love the first part of HANS CHRISTIAN ANDERSEN, especially the songs.  However, once he meets up with the ballerina and her husband, I truly despise the rest of the film.  [SPOILER ALERT!]  When Farley Granger locks Danny Kaye in the closet, and leaves him there so that he misses the ballet, I just about lose it.  And then the ballerina and her husband laugh it off.  [END OF SPOILER ALERT]  That is when the whole film becomes nasty, meanspirited, humiliating, and Yes, even smarmy.

Other than that, the film is fine.  And it is a dumb ballet.
Farley Granger locking Danny Kaye in a closet. Now there's a sentence Freud could have fun with.

And Laurence Olivier was not in the closet with him.

someone's in the closet with Danny
Well, that movie "49th Parallel" that I watched the other day had the most peculiar opening. A very gay eskimo is talking to a trapper about another trapper who turns out to be Laurence Olivier. The first shot we see of Laurence is of him in a bathtub, grabbing some sort of animal skin that he proceeds to rub between his legs. Then he stands up and plays the rest of the scene (shot from the waist up) as he's dripping wet. The gay eskimo just titters in the background. But then they beat up Nazis -- or try to, at least.


Well, I beat up Nazis.
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 11:36:40 PM
I honk for meat loaf.
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 11:37:11 PM
I may have to try and make a meat loaf this week - do you bake it in a Pyrex dish?  Or something else?
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 11:37:38 PM
Sixteen minutes to 2013.
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Post by: TCB on December 31, 2012, 11:40:39 PM
Jack in the Box is everywhere in California.


And Washington.
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 11:42:32 PM
Twelve minutes to 2013.
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 11:42:56 PM
Where's Laura, where's Jeanne?
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 11:43:07 PM
Eleven minutes to 2013.
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 11:43:29 PM
Ten minutes to 2013.
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 11:43:41 PM
And the real countdown begins.
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 11:44:35 PM
Nine minutes to 2013.
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 11:46:35 PM
Eight minutes to 2013.
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 11:46:45 PM
Seven minutes to 2013.
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 11:47:29 PM
Six minutes to 2013.
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 11:48:27 PM
Five minutes to 2013.
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 11:49:25 PM
Four minutes to 2013.
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 11:49:33 PM
Balls at the ready.
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 11:49:43 PM
Page twenty-five at the ready.
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 11:49:49 PM
BK at the ready.
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 11:49:56 PM
Meat loaf at the ready.
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 11:50:07 PM
The way of all flesh at the ready.
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 11:50:26 PM
Three minutes to 2013.
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 11:51:26 PM
Two minutes to 2013.
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Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 11:51:43 PM
Very excited here in the City of Studio.
Title: Re: FAREWELL 2012, HELLO 2013!
Post by: TCB on December 31, 2012, 11:51:48 PM
We have halted the fall off the fiscal cliff!
Title: Re: FAREWELL 2012, HELLO 2013!
Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 11:52:00 PM
Here's to the best New Year and a GREAT 2013!
Title: Re: FAREWELL 2012, HELLO 2013!
Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 11:52:29 PM
One minute to 2013.
Title: Re: FAREWELL 2012, HELLO 2013!
Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 11:53:04 PM
Thirty seconds to 2013.
Title: Re: FAREWELL 2012, HELLO 2013!
Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 11:53:37 PM
HAPPY NEW YEAR!!!
Title: Re: FAREWELL 2012, HELLO 2013!
Post by: TCB on December 31, 2012, 11:55:19 PM
Happy New Year!
Title: Re: FAREWELL 2012, HELLO 2013!
Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 11:59:16 PM
Wow, getting the champagne bottle uncorked was hard but I finally got it done, had my sip, toasted in the New Year.
Title: Re: FAREWELL 2012, HELLO 2013!
Post by: TCB on December 31, 2012, 11:59:17 PM
I may have to try and make a meat loaf this week - do you bake it in a Pyrex dish?  Or something else?


You can, or in a loaf pan.
Title: Re: FAREWELL 2012, HELLO 2013!
Post by: bk on December 31, 2012, 11:59:27 PM
Now to finish the notes.
Title: Re: FAREWELL 2012, HELLO 2013!
Post by: TCB on January 01, 2013, 12:01:58 AM
They have finished shooting the fireworks off of the Space Needle.
Title: Re: FAREWELL 2012, HELLO 2013!
Post by: TCB on January 01, 2013, 12:07:33 AM
Well, I believe my work here is done.

Happy New Year, BK.  Thank you for another lively gathering.  WUSSBURGERS NOT INCLUDED





G'night!