The good news today is that Hilco, who own HMV Canada, have bought and saved the HMV chain in the UK.
Yes, for my first time ever. Shocking, I know -- and apologies to DR KevinH, but I never had an interest in this version of DOLLY, what with all the various points of departure from the original concept. And I still might not exactly love it, but I can't wait to revel in the transfer and to let it do its thing with the sound cranked up. I do not expect to be disappointed.
We are having a rash of obituary burgleries in Western Washington. The thieves scan the obits and then break in to the house during the funeral. I am shocked that people would do this to people.
I'll choose Seth Rogan.
We are having a rash of obituary burgleries in Western Washington. The thieves scan the obits and then break in to the house during the funeral. I am shocked that people would do this to people.
And here I am, across the road from the cows -- who are alive and well and home, thank you very much.
I asked about them and was told there are "about twenty-five head". It's an old established family farm that's still going strong.
I'll try to get a picture, even though the sun isn't in my favor.
Cows, man. Gotta love 'em.
I vote Lincoln Center - you may see a celebrity on the way....or an old friend you haven't seen for a long time.
I made a technology purchase recently and guess what, it actually works. It does what it's supposed to do and it's simple to set up and I may actually subscribe to Netflix because of it.
I bought this little techno wonder
TV to PC Converter (http://sewelldirect.com/pc-to-tv.asp?ad_source=GoogleAdWords&ad_medium=PPC&ad_term=vga%20to%20rca&ad_campaign=14683743&ad_group=2074884363&ad_network=search&ad_creative=11348574843&gclid=CIOOxbKAxrUCFZOe4Aod_xcAVQ)
Attach it to your laptop (I'm talking PC here, I don't know if it works with Apple) and then attach it to the television and bingo, your screen is now on your television screen.
We watched a couple of programs on Acorn TV last night without problem. We also watched an old YouTube video of an interview with
Joan Crawford (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=klXrxeO9dvI)
It's from 1966 done by the BBC (it's in 3 parts, about 14 minuest each). It's much more fun to watch it full screen on the television than on the computer screen.
I'm thinking I may sign up for a free trial of Netflix Streaming to see what kind of movies they have. If I like it we may take the plunge and not use the library as much for DVDs.
Speaking of Netflix Streaming, does anyone know if Stepping Out, the Liza Minnelli movie from 1991 is on Netflix Streaming. We've been trying to see that (since Anthony has been taking tap, it's become a bit of holy grail for him). I've found people who sell VHS to DVR transfers and VHS copies on Ebay and Amazon but no DVD copies. If' it's on a streaming network we could actually watch it.
We have watched programs on the laptop in the past but neither of us like it. It's uncomfortable and the screen is hard to see (it's a 15 inch laptop). If it's OK for one of us, the other has a slight problem. This device takes care of the problem It's on our television screen and all is well. It's an old television (from 2000) so it's not an HD picture but we don't care. It's a very good picture (depending on what's being streamed from the computer) and the sound is good. That's all I want. I'm not a cinephile so color saturation, etc. means nothing to me. I just want to see the movie. This looks like it can do the job.
We will finish Mildred Pierce tonight and then tomorrow we will watch an old VHS of Sunny (1930) with Marilyn Miller.
Good morning, all.
Up early this morning, to take the car in for its 140,000 mile checkup, oil change, etc. Let's all give some vibes they don't find a way to turn it into an $1800 job this time, shall we? Very much appreciated.
Oy! Coffee!
Good morning, all!
I was asleep by 9pm last night and I heard not a peep from the neighbor above me. I slept quite well until 7:30 this morning, when his (and hers?) stomping and wandering about woke me. Now that I'm on my second cup of coffee, I plan to putter around the apartment, perhaps do laundry, and visit the NYPL at noon. I want to learn when the show title GOWNS BY ROBERTA was changed to ROBERTA.
DR Chas Smith, I liked the film of JURASSiC PARK,especially the moment when the tyrannosaurus tears apart the men's room and devours the person hiding there. I read the novel just before it was published, since my Drama Book Shop employers brought it back for me from the ABA convention, and they knew my fascination with dinosaurs. The children in the novel were so whiny and obnoxious I prayed the dinosaurs would eat them; their behavior - and characterizations - were changed for the film.
TOD
DVD: Kinky Boots, several Netflix items
CD: Dearest Enemy, Roberta (several), Guy Haines, Bach cantatas
VCR: short art films on adult themes
Good morning, all.
Up early this morning, to take the car in for its 140,000 mile checkup, oil change, etc. Let's all give some vibes they don't find a way to turn it into an $1800 job this time, shall we? Very much appreciated.
Oy! Coffee!
Auto vibes to Chas!
DR TCB wrote:QuoteWe are having a rash of obituary burgleries in Western Washington. The thieves scan the obits and then break in to the house during the funeral. I am shocked that people would do this to people.
I've heard of this happening before. That is why you are supposed to have someone at the house while you are at the funeral. It is sad though. Imagine just coming back from a funeral and then finding your house ransacked. Some people are truly horrible.
Hi all! I wanted to let you know the the tear down went smooth--it barely took them an hour to do it because there were so few cabinets. They decided to get a start on the install instead of waiting until tomorrow.
Jackie Calloway from 28 news was here as well. It was very nice to see her again. She remembered me and my story. She is soooo happy for me. The story will run on Thursday she said. I don't know how to record it so it can be on a DVD. Is there anything I can do?
I have lots of photos to share when things calm down.
Gotta scoot!
Oh, how could I forget, there was a plumbing company here that is going to give me a whole new septic tank system! Can you BELIEVE it?! I guess good things DO happen to those who wait.
DR TCB wrote:QuoteWe are having a rash of obituary burgleries in Western Washington. The thieves scan the obits and then break in to the house during the funeral. I am shocked that people would do this to people.
I've heard of this happening before. That is why you are supposed to have someone at the house while you are at the funeral. It is sad though. Imagine just coming back from a funeral and then finding your house ransacked. Some people are truly horrible.
Jennifer, the woman last night on the news had just lost her husband, and then came home to find the crooks had stolen all of the jewelry that her husband had given her over the years.
I once saw a production of "Stepping Out" at the Berkshire Theater Festival in Stockbridge. Marge Champion directed. Just a wonderful piece of uplift in the theater. The movie lost a lot of the magic, but I'd still like to see it again, too, for the same reasons you mention, Ben.
DR TCB wrote:QuoteWe are having a rash of obituary burgleries in Western Washington. The thieves scan the obits and then break in to the house during the funeral. I am shocked that people would do this to people.
I've heard of this happening before. That is why you are supposed to have someone at the house while you are at the funeral. It is sad though. Imagine just coming back from a funeral and then finding your house ransacked. Some people are truly horrible.
Jennifer, the woman last night on the news had just lost her husband, and then came home to find the crooks had stolen all of the jewelry that her husband had given her over the years.
Jackie Calloway from 28 news was here as well. It was very nice to see her again. She remembered me and my story. She is soooo happy for me. The story will run on Thursday she said. I don't know how to record it so it can be on a DVD. Is there anything I can do?
DVD:
Not sure what I might watch or if I will have time to watch anything on DVD this weekend (since my DVR seems to be full of stuff), but I did get a nice package of Punjabi films yesterday, so might find some time to view at least one...or at least watch a couple of song picturizations.
Here is the trailer to one of the flims, KABADDI, ONCE AGAIN..a film that will appeal to sports fans and/or fans of muscle bound heroes who spend most of a movie shirtless: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Tjx1MrRbJbA (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Tjx1MrRbJbA)
Great news from DR DANISE.
Continued car and tire vibes for DR CHAS SMITH.
I hear there is an "American" version of the play STEPPING OUT that is available....I may look for it.....
Oh, how could I forget, there was a plumbing company here that is going to give me a whole new septic tank system! Can you BELIEVE it?! I guess good things DO happen to those who wait.Congratulations.
Good morning, all!
I was asleep by 9pm last night and I heard not a peep from the neighbor above me. I slept quite well until 7:30 this morning, when his (and hers?) stomping and wandering about woke me. Now that I'm on my second cup of coffee, I plan to putter around the apartment, perhaps do laundry, and visit the NYPL at noon. I want to learn when the show title GOWNS BY ROBERTA was changed to ROBERTA.
DR Chas Smith, I liked the film of JURASSiC PARK,especially the moment when the tyrannosaurus tears apart the men's room and devours the person hiding there. I read the novel just before it was published, since my Drama Book Shop employers brought it back for me from the ABA convention, and they knew my fascination with dinosaurs. The children in the novel were so whiny and obnoxious I prayed the dinosaurs would eat them; their behavior - and characterizations - were changed for the film.
TOD
DVD: Kinky Boots, several Netflix items
CD: Dearest Enemy, Roberta (several), Guy Haines, Bach cantatas
VCR: short art films on adult themes
elmore, will you be going to see the musical version of KINKY BOOTS?
No, I guess there isn't.....
Oh that's what I was thinking DR BEN.....but I can only find the other version at Samuel French. ???
No, I guess there isn't.....
Oh that's what I was thinking DR BEN.....but I can only find the other version at Samuel French. ???
Hi all! I wanted to let you know the the tear down went smooth--it barely took them an hour to do it because there were so few cabinets. They decided to get a start on the install instead of waiting until tomorrow.
Jackie Calloway from 28 news was here as well. It was very nice to see her again. She remembered me and my story. She is soooo happy for me. The story will run on Thursday she said. I don't know how to record it so it can be on a DVD. Is there anything I can do?
I have lots of photos to share when things calm down.
Gotta scoot!
Oh, how could I forget, there was a plumbing company here that is going to give me a whole new septic tank system! Can you BELIEVE it?! I guess good things DO happen to those who wait.
Jackie Calloway from 28 news was here as well. It was very nice to see her again. She remembered me and my story. She is soooo happy for me. The story will run on Thursday she said. I don't know how to record it so it can be on a DVD. Is there anything I can do?
George, did you see my request the other day for you to extend good wishes and "Break a leg" to my dear friend, Dana, who plays Jo in the all-female cast of RD?
Good morning, all.
Up early this morning, to take the car in for its 140,000 mile checkup, oil change, etc. Let's all give some vibes they don't find a way to turn it into an $1800 job this time, shall we? Very much appreciated.
Oy! Coffee!
DR TCB wrote:QuoteWe are having a rash of obituary burgleries in Western Washington. The thieves scan the obits and then break in to the house during the funeral. I am shocked that people would do this to people.
I've heard of this happening before. That is why you are supposed to have someone at the house while you are at the funeral. It is sad though. Imagine just coming back from a funeral and then finding your house ransacked. Some people are truly horrible.
No, I guess there isn't.....
Oh that's what I was thinking DR BEN.....but I can only find the other version at Samuel French. ???
I thought there was an American version of the play as well. I guess I'm mistaken. It's just the movie.
Break a leg vibes for DR GEORGE on his Opening Night!
Good morning, all.
Up early this morning, to take the car in for its 140,000 mile checkup, oil change, etc. Let's all give some vibes they don't find a way to turn it into an $1800 job this time, shall we? Very much appreciated.
Oy! Coffee!
As soon as I (finally) do my income tax return and get my money, I'll get my 15-year old car serviced. I haven't taken it to the dealer in a couple of years, but I've only driven about 12,000 miles during the last two years, so there wasn't much to do other than oil changes. I just rolled over 146,000, so it'll be one of the "big" servicings. Hopefully, it won't be more than I can afford. :-\
DR TCB wrote:QuoteWe are having a rash of obituary burgleries in Western Washington. The thieves scan the obits and then break in to the house during the funeral. I am shocked that people would do this to people.
I've heard of this happening before. That is why you are supposed to have someone at the house while you are at the funeral. It is sad though. Imagine just coming back from a funeral and then finding your house ransacked. Some people are truly horrible.
They should set up a sting and have police hidden at the house! >:(
Tap dancing and stripping. Yes, I often get those two confused. ;)No, I guess there isn't.....
Oh that's what I was thinking DR BEN.....but I can only find the other version at Samuel French. ???
Maybe you were thinking of the British/American versions of "The Full Monty."
;)
Break a leg vibes for DR GEORGE on his Opening Night!
Thanks, Jack!
And the word of the day is: MALAPERT!
DVD:
Not sure what I might watch or if I will have time to watch anything on DVD this weekend (since my DVR seems to be full of stuff), but I did get a nice package of Punjabi films yesterday, so might find some time to view at least one...or at least watch a couple of song picturizations.
Here is the trailer to one of the flims, KABADDI, ONCE AGAIN..a film that will appeal to sports fans and/or fans of muscle bound heroes who spend most of a movie shirtless: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Tjx1MrRbJbA (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Tjx1MrRbJbA)
I couldn't understand a word they were saying!
Tap dancing and stripping. Yes, I often get those two confused. ;)No, I guess there isn't.....
Oh that's what I was thinking DR BEN.....but I can only find the other version at Samuel French. ???
Maybe you were thinking of the British/American versions of "The Full Monty."
;)
Break a leg vibes for DR GEORGE on his Opening Night!
Thanks, Jack!
Same from us!
DVD:
Not sure what I might watch or if I will have time to watch anything on DVD this weekend (since my DVR seems to be full of stuff), but I did get a nice package of Punjabi films yesterday, so might find some time to view at least one...or at least watch a couple of song picturizations.
Here is the trailer to one of the flims, KABADDI, ONCE AGAIN..a film that will appeal to sports fans and/or fans of muscle bound heroes who spend most of a movie shirtless: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Tjx1MrRbJbA (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Tjx1MrRbJbA)
I couldn't understand a word they were saying!
TCB, you need to brush up on your Punjabi.
DVD:
Not sure what I might watch or if I will have time to watch anything on DVD this weekend (since my DVR seems to be full of stuff), but I did get a nice package of Punjabi films yesterday, so might find some time to view at least one...or at least watch a couple of song picturizations.
Here is the trailer to one of the flims, KABADDI, ONCE AGAIN..a film that will appeal to sports fans and/or fans of muscle bound heroes who spend most of a movie shirtless: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Tjx1MrRbJbA (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Tjx1MrRbJbA)
I couldn't understand a word they were saying!
TCB, you need to brush up on your Punjabi.
Break a leg vibes for DR GEORGE on his Opening Night!
Break a leg vibes to George and both casts of RD!And more.
Break a leg vibes for DR GEORGE on his Opening Night!Ditto!
TOD: I don't need a television. The entire outdoors is my television.Beautiful. I particularly love the cardinal.
http://www.andthisiswhatisaw.net/2013/04/needle-rock-in-april.html
Break a leg vibes to George and both casts of RD!
TOD: I don't need a television. The entire outdoors is my television.
http://www.andthisiswhatisaw.net/2013/04/needle-rock-in-april.html
Break a leg vibes to George and both casts of RD!
Break a leg vibes for DR GEORGE on his Opening Night!Ditto!
Greetings from beautiful downtown Newark, Ohio!
TOD: I don't need a television. The entire outdoors is my television.
http://www.andthisiswhatisaw.net/2013/04/needle-rock-in-april.html
George is either Christian or Scott Brown in the show?
Break a leg vibes for DR GEORGE on his Opening Night!Ditto!
Break a leg, George!
George is either Christian or Scott Brown in the show?
Christian plays Mr. Orange.
Don't tell anyone...he's the undercover cop! But you actually find that out fairly quickly in this version.
Scott Brown is not in this show. I don't think he auditioned for it.
George is either Christian or Scott Brown in the show?
Christian plays Mr. Orange.
Don't tell anyone...he's the undercover cop! But you actually find that out fairly quickly in this version.
Scott Brown is not in this show. I don't think he auditioned for it.
If you get a chance, tell Christian to "Break a Leg."
George is either Christian or Scott Brown in the show?
Christian plays Mr. Orange.
Don't tell anyone...he's the undercover cop! But you actually find that out fairly quickly in this version.
Scott Brown is not in this show. I don't think he auditioned for it.
If you get a chance, tell Christian to "Break a Leg."
I will! The men go on first tonight at 7:30 and the women are at 10:00. Tomorrow, they switch times.
George is either Christian or Scott Brown in the show?
Christian plays Mr. Orange.
Don't tell anyone...he's the undercover cop! But you actually find that out fairly quickly in this version.
Scott Brown is not in this show. I don't think he auditioned for it.
If you get a chance, tell Christian to "Break a Leg."
I will! The men go on first tonight at 7:30 and the women are at 10:00. Tomorrow, they switch times.
How many double shows do you have? It isn't a problem for the casts, but the crew has a big chore.
TOD: I don't need a television. The entire outdoors is my television.Beautiful. I particularly love the cardinal.
http://www.andthisiswhatisaw.net/2013/04/needle-rock-in-april.html
CONGRATS DR DANISE!!!!!! Hopefully the station will post the story on their website
Beautiful, Jane!They are, indeed.
I made a technology purchase recently and guess what, it actually works. It does what it's supposed to do and it's simple to set up and I may actually subscribe to Netflix because of it.
I bought this little techno wonder
TV to PC Converter (http://sewelldirect.com/pc-to-tv.asp?ad_source=GoogleAdWords&ad_medium=PPC&ad_term=vga%20to%20rca&ad_campaign=14683743&ad_group=2074884363&ad_network=search&ad_creative=11348574843&gclid=CIOOxbKAxrUCFZOe4Aod_xcAVQ)
Attach it to your laptop (I'm talking PC here, I don't know if it works with Apple) and then attach it to the television and bingo, your screen is now on your television screen.
We watched a couple of programs on Acorn TV last night without problem. We also watched an old YouTube video of an interview with
Joan Crawford (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=klXrxeO9dvI)
It's from 1966 done by the BBC (it's in 3 parts, about 14 minuest each). It's much more fun to watch it full screen on the television than on the computer screen.
I'm thinking I may sign up for a free trial of Netflix Streaming to see what kind of movies they have. If I like it we may take the plunge and not use the library as much for DVDs.
Speaking of Netflix Streaming, does anyone know if Stepping Out, the Liza Minnelli movie from 1991 is on Netflix Streaming. We've been trying to see that (since Anthony has been taking tap, it's become a bit of holy grail for him). I've found people who sell VHS to DVR transfers and VHS copies on Ebay and Amazon but no DVD copies. If' it's on a streaming network we could actually watch it.
We have watched programs on the laptop in the past but neither of us like it. It's uncomfortable and the screen is hard to see (it's a 15 inch laptop). If it's OK for one of us, the other has a slight problem. This device takes care of the problem It's on our television screen and all is well. It's an old television (from 2000) so it's not an HD picture but we don't care. It's a very good picture (depending on what's being streamed from the computer) and the sound is good. That's all I want. I'm not a cinephile so color saturation, etc. means nothing to me. I just want to see the movie. This looks like it can do the job.
We will finish Mildred Pierce tonight and then tomorrow we will watch an old VHS of Sunny (1930) with Marilyn Miller.
Good morning, all.
Up early this morning, to take the car in for its 140,000 mile checkup, oil change, etc. Let's all give some vibes they don't find a way to turn it into an $1800 job this time, shall we? Very much appreciated.
Oy! Coffee!
I posted this on the HTF yesterday, re the HELLO, DOLLY! Blu-ray released this week:
I guess it was too much to ask for Best Buy, Target, Walmart or Costco to have any interest in stocking such an obscure, family-unfriendly title as this one upon its firstheraldedunheralded Blu-ray release. So...
Helloooooo, Amazon!
Seriously, I just don't get it. Or didn't yesterday. But get it I shall, and sadly, none of these good people will make a sale from my getting it. The Amazon delivery is on its way and is supposed to happen today. It shipped from Indiana and they had two days to get it here, but UPS departure-scanned it at Poughkeepsie, where I hope they aren't just picking their feet, so it is but an hour away from being put on a truck right here, brought to my door, and handed to me on a little satin pillow. (To clarify, the Blu-ray should be the one on a little satin pillow -- not me.) In theory. We'll see how it goes.
But I do look forward to seeing this film straight through from beginning to end for my first time ever.
Yes, for my first time ever. Shocking, I know -- and apologies to DR KevinH, but I never had an interest in this version of DOLLY, what with all the various points of departure from the original concept. And I still might not exactly love it, but I can't wait to revel in the transfer and to let it do its thing with the sound cranked up. I do not expect to be disappointed.
So, God willing, this post should be considered Part I of the TOD.
With sadness, I note that New Milford Volkswagen, the oldest VW dealership in the country (still an exceptionally good one, and still out by itself on a country road), has been brought more into the corporate fold and their website no longer carries their familiar slogan "across the road from the cows".
Yes, the cows.
Unless the cows didn't come home?? Oh my god. Well, I'm about to find out.
Hi all! I wanted to let you know the the tear down went smooth--it barely took them an hour to do it because there were so few cabinets. They decided to get a start on the install instead of waiting until tomorrow.
Jackie Calloway from 28 news was here as well. It was very nice to see her again. She remembered me and my story. She is soooo happy for me. The story will run on Thursday she said. I don't know how to record it so it can be on a DVD. Is there anything I can do?
I have lots of photos to share when things calm down.
Gotta scoot!
Oh, how could I forget, there was a plumbing company here that is going to give me a whole new septic tank system! Can you BELIEVE it?! I guess good things DO happen to those who wait.
Tap dancing and stripping. Yes, I often get those two confused. ;)No, I guess there isn't.....
Oh that's what I was thinking DR BEN.....but I can only find the other version at Samuel French. ???
Maybe you were thinking of the British/American versions of "The Full Monty."
;)
TOD: I don't need a television. The entire outdoors is my television.
http://www.andthisiswhatisaw.net/2013/04/needle-rock-in-april.html
I'll take you!
I am back to watching GRIMM on a regular basis. I think I missed this episode the first time around.
It looks like the Portland Tourism Board has jumped onto the GRIMM bandwagon.
Sorry Jack posted a link toa Donny & Marie episode w featuring Paul Lynde, Cindy Williams and Bruce somebodyoranother and I got myself sidetracked :)Did you read about the family that got kicked off a plane because they objected that the movie in flight was PG-13 and their kids shouldn't be watching? The flight's response was to stop in Chicago, en route from Baltimore to Denver, if I recall correctly, and then boot the entire family off. I think charges are also going to filed against them. Meanwhile, they're talking about suing the airline.
Nice trip down memory lane -- back when you coudl turn the TV on and not worry about the kids seeing it
T.O.D.Isn't "Eileen" wonderful? I listen to it about once a week. That overture, "Ireland, My Sireland," I even listen to it while working out.
CD's
Victor Herbert's EILEEN - What am incredibly beautiful recording!
LES MISERABLES - The unmovie version (OBC)
Sorry Jack posted a link toa Donny & Marie episode w featuring Paul Lynde, Cindy Williams and Bruce somebodyoranother and I got myself sidetracked :)Did you read about the family that got kicked off a plane because they objected that the movie in flight was PG-13 and their kids shouldn't be watching? The flight's response was to stop in Chicago, en route from Baltimore to Denver, if I recall correctly, and then boot the entire family off. I think charges are also going to filed against them. Meanwhile, they're talking about suing the airline.
Nice trip down memory lane -- back when you coudl turn the TV on and not worry about the kids seeing it