Haines His Way
Haines His Way => Daily Discussions => Topic started by: bk on August 14, 2013, 12:37:00 AM
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Well, you've read the notes, the notes pitched woo, and now it is time for you to post until the cows come home - they're currently pitching MOO.
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And the word of the day is: DITHER!
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"Bus and Truck" is indeed quite perky! :)
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I'm pretty sure that I have never before encountered the phrase "pitching woo."
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Glad that Sandy's show went well.
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Good morning, all! In about 15 minutes we rehearse with Annalene and Eamonn on their duet "The Touch Of Your Hand." I just came from breakfast with Jason,Glenn, Annalene, and Patrick. The butter and eggs are so much better than those in the States.
It's good to know that Sandy's show went well.
I will return after the rehearsals.
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Sounds fun, DR elmore3003! :)
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NYC's "hidden" subway station:
http://www.travelettes.net/new-york-city%E2%80%99s-hidden-subway-station/ (http://www.travelettes.net/new-york-city%E2%80%99s-hidden-subway-station/)
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Morning all.
That is all.
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Good morning, all.
Coffee!
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This morning I really need that proverbial one more hour of sleep. I think this is one of those times I'll enjoy my coffee and then drop blissfully into a short nap.
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Coffee!
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If you reverse the two initial letters of today's topic title, then you almost have this:
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Pitching woo. Does one also catch woo?
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Well, now I'm happy I didn't get to BODY DOUBLE last night. This time it makes sense to read what BK has to say in the notes, watch for these things with a critical, demanding eye, and be done with it.
I'm especially happy to read those words about DRESSED TO KILL, which, when it came out on Blu-ray a couple of years ago, I started to watch ..... and couldn't get through it! As with BODY DOUBLE, I hadn't returned to it since it opened. I do remember the great audience expectation and excitement at all of these. At least in Hollywood and Westwood. The only "Hitchcock" ones I went back to a few times were SISTERS and OBSESSION. Might Bernard Herrmann's contributions have had something to do with that? Why yes, I believe so. These other ones got the one-time "dutiful" attendance.
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:)
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I got nothing.
;)
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I got nothing.
;)
And plenty of it?
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I need me some Irish butter and eggs. STAT!
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Congrats to MR BK on the sellout - and great news about the Sandy Show. Thanks to DR KEVIN H for the on the spot report.
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There must have been Windows update last night....my start bar at the bottom of the page is now white....if I want to change it back, I will have to go into settings, I guess.
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singdaw - Re the PUFNSTUF witch: remembering this story from 2009, before PUFNSTUF was put on the back burner (IIRC, because Land of the Lost didn't do that well):
Sid and Marty Krofft Eyeing Johnny Depp For ‘H.R. Pufnstuf’ Adaptation
http://ohnotheydidnt.livejournal.com/35888541.html?thread=5082020509
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Wonderful to hear about the success all around last night!
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Good morning, all.
Have some more butter and eggs for me, Elmore. And rehearsal/recording vibes coming your way.
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Ask BK:
So, what is your favorite Alan and Marilyn Bergman song?
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Was not a fan of Body Double back in the day. Craig Wasson always seemed to self-conscious and "actor-y" in ways that I found distracting. That said, I think he's a fine reader of audio books. I know I've listened to him read a couple of Stephen King books and enjoyed those.
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Thanks, DR FJL. Did not realize that the original PUFNSTUF had only run 17 episodes!
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A WOO WOO FOR PAGE TWO!
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A Bergmans - Babs parody audio on Youtube: (of "Windmills of Your Mind" the Babs rendition)
"Swindles I Don't Mind" [about the nutty Cd pricing]
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YX0edstNkp0
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The El Ateneo Grand Splendid bookstore in Buenos Aires, Argentina. In a converted theatre.
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For other amazing bookstores, see the full link here:
http://www.buzzfeed.com/harpercollins/16-bookstores-you-have-to-see-before-you-die-9npd (http://www.buzzfeed.com/harpercollins/16-bookstores-you-have-to-see-before-you-die-9npd)
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I was SO tired last night I was asleep withing an hour after getting home.
http://www.andthisiswhatisaw.net/2013/08/montosa-canyon.html
It took me 38 shots to get that black butterfly with orange tips.
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For me, BODY DOUBLE is a guilty pleasure.
It's very enjoyable...if you take off your thinking cap.
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I like DRESSED TO KILL, but I despise DePalma's SCARFACE.
I much prefer the original classic with Paul Muni.
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"Bus and Truck" is a cute number, BK.
Have you ever considered actually writing/staging a show called BUS AND TRUCK?
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Wednesday morning greetings! It is blessedly cool here - perfect for the first day of school.
I've been up since shortly after 7, drinking coffee and finishing Salmon Fishing in the Yemen for tomorrow night's book discussion. We're having our annual potluck dinner and movie night.
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Pitching woo. Does one also catch woo?
Yes, but then you are in real trouble.
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I think that CARRIE is the only DePalma movie I have ever seen.
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MBarnum!!! Charles Phoenix has a new recipe!!!!! BAMBROSIANANA
http://www.latimes.com/videogallery/76926315/Food/Charles-Phoenix-visits-L-A-Times-test-kitchen-to-create-Bambrosinana
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Last night I watched the first 3 episodes of the Netflix series Orange is the New Black. I am hooked.
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An "Ask Bk" item:
Bruce knows all too well how students of film music (i.e. musicians AND fans) are attuned to the styles of various film music composers. We could do a "Name That Tune" contest and identify composers by two or three notes...and the scores by an additional several notes, probably.
This is not about that, but it's close to that.
Last night, I had a dream. I'm not one to relay dreams here at HainesHisWay, but this one was rather odd and I thought I'd share it with (and "ask") BK.
In my dream, I am reunited with some college friends and we're having a great deal of fun talking about old times. During this dream, one of my friends -- who has spent his life in liturgical music -- proposes we play a game sort of like "Name That Tune". The twist is that we dont' name that tune but we sing that tune.
My turn comes, my friend draws a slip of paper out of a bag, and tells me to sing "The Yarmulke Song".
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In the dream, I'm confident I know what "The Yarmulke Song" is and I begin to think of the pitch on which it starts.*
And then I woke up.
And I don't know a "Yarmulke" song.
I've never heard of one.
So, BK: I'm wondering if there is such a song.
*My best guess is that I was going to sing the Hanukkah song and substitute "Yarmulke" for "Hanukkah".
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DR singdaw:
Loved the parallel you pointed out for "pitching woo".
Now: Can you you look in a mirror and say "Witchie Poo" six times?
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DR singdaw:
Loved the parallel you pointed out for "pitching woo".
Now: Can you you look in a mirror and say "Witchie Poo" six times?
Or, just keeping it simple, can you look in a mirror six times?
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I like DRESSED TO KILL, but I despise DePalma's SCARFACE.
I love Brian De Palma's films. My favourites are CARRIE, DRESSED TO KILL, BODY DOUBLE, RAISING CAIN, FEMME FATALE and MISSION IMPOSSIBLE.
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I like DRESSED TO KILL, but I despise DePalma's SCARFACE.
I love Brian De Palma's films. My favourites are CARRIE, DRESSED TO KILL, BODY DOUBLE, RAISING CAIN, FEMME FATALE and MISSION IMPOSSIBLE.
We watched FEMME FATALE again a few months back and did like it.
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Ask BK:
So, what is your favorite Alan and Marilyn Bergman song?
Maybe You Must Believe in Spring - but maybe On My Way to You.
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An "Ask Bk" item:
Bruce knows all too well how students of film music (i.e. musicians AND fans) are attuned to the styles of various film music composers. We could do a "Name That Tune" contest and identify composers by two or three notes...and the scores by an additional several notes, probably.
This is not about that, but it's close to that.
Last night, I had a dream. I'm not one to relay dreams here at HainesHisWay, but this one was rather odd and I thought I'd share it with (and "ask") BK.
In my dream, I am reunited with some college friends and we're having a great deal of fun talking about old times. During this dream, one of my friends -- who has spent his life in liturgical music -- proposes we play a game sort of like "Name That Tune". The twist is that we dont' name that tune but we sing that tune.
My turn comes, my friend draws a slip of paper out of a bag, and tells me to sing "The Yarmulke Song".
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In the dream, I'm confident I know what "The Yarmulke Song" is and I begin to think of the pitch on which it starts.*
And then I woke up.
And I don't know a "Yarmulke" song.
I've never heard of one.
So, BK: I'm wondering if there is such a song.
*My best guess is that I was going to sing the Hanukkah song and substitute "Yarmulke" for "Hanukkah".
I don't think there is such a song. But clearly in your subconscious you're thinking about converting to Judaism. :)
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And I don't know a "Yarmulke" song.
So, BK: I'm wondering if there is such a song.
I don't think there is such a song.
I think bk should write one, pronto! I mean, he doesn't have anything else much going on. ;)
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Now: Can you you look in a mirror and say "Witchie Poo" six times?
No, I don't think I can. :)
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Or, just keeping it simple, can you look in a mirror six times?
Definitely not. ;D
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Wow, DR Laura - the butterfly shots are stunning.
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Where are those damned eggs and butter!?
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MBarnum!!! Charles Phoenix has a new recipe!!!!! BAMBROSIANANA
http://www.latimes.com/videogallery/76926315/Food/Charles-Phoenix-visits-L-A-Times-test-kitchen-to-create-Bambrosinana
I just love Charles! I think that he and I would get along very well!
I also think that DR Sandra should apply as his apprentice. They would work quite well together in the kitchen and on video.
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Lovely photos from DR LAURA.
DR RLP the Dream-O-Matic says that your dream indicates your wish to reconnect with those from your past especially those with whom you may have had conflicts or disagreements. Being chosen to sing the YARMULKE song and being sure that you know it says that you are confident in your ability to accomplish a new task or duty recently handed you with very little guidance or instruction.
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Please deposit $35 in my PayPal account.
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Tonight is the 4th performance of THE DROWSY CHAPERONE.
At intermission tonight, we will be half way through the run.
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I'm up and have been up for forty minutes - woke up too damn early.
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I also think that DR Sandra should apply as his apprentice.
Boy, would I pay to see THAT video! ;D
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THREE
The Tango Tragique!
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I wonder if this is the same Charles Phoenix?
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Despit the shenanigans and outright foolishness of certain -- ahem -- politicians, this progressive note has been struck:
#BREAKING: Department of Defense (DOD) announced its plan to extend benefits to same-sex spouses of uniformed service members and Department of Defense civilian employees: http://ow.ly/nVrUc — with Ellen Coram and James Rendon Garcia.
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A Bergmans - Babs parody audio on Youtube: (of "Windmills of Your Mind" the Babs rendition)
"Swindles I Don't Mind" [about the nutty Cd pricing]
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YX0edstNkp0
Looking forward to hearing this after work.
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Please deposit $35 in my PayPal account.
May I use my Groupon discount?
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MBarnum!!! Charles Phoenix has a new recipe!!!!! BAMBROSIANANA
http://www.latimes.com/videogallery/76926315/Food/Charles-Phoenix-visits-L-A-Times-test-kitchen-to-create-Bambrosinana
Thank you for this link.
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Tonight is the 4th performance of THE DROWSY CHAPERONE.
At intermission tonight, we will be half way through the run.
Congratulations. Any more people in the audience talking back to you?
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Please deposit $35 in my PayPal account.
You need to raise your rates, DR Jrand. Inflation, you know.
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Oh, and JRand, I keep meaning to congratulate you and the rest of the cast/crew of THE DROWSY CHAPERONE on the successful performances!
I wish that I lived close enough to Indiana to actually attend one of your shows. Maybe someday.
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Oh, and JRand, I keep meaning to congratulate you and the rest of the cast/crew of THE DROWSY CHAPERONE on the successful performances!
I wish that I lived close enough to Indiana to actually attend one of your shows. Maybe someday.
Are you thinking of moving to Indiana, MBarnum?
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Rehearsals are over for today. This morning we rehearsed Eamonn, Annalene, and Jason. Kim Criswell arrived about 1:45, so she went to lunch with Jason, Rob, and me. At 3:00 we had John Molloy, Eamonn, Annalene, Patrick, Jason, and Kim, and we read through most of the dialogue.
Tomorrow Aine, Chrissy, and Mary join us, and we will read and play through the entire show. Working all of the music and dialogue together. Jason and Kim are a lethal combination, and the laughs and insults are coming fast and furious. At break, a lot of the cast went off for a pint, and I need a lie down.
Tonight, I'm going to a concert of Irish music at the National Concert Hall, the place where we recorded EILEEN in 2011. Our concert mistress Fionnuala Hunt, her sister Una, and her niece Rachel Kelly are performing.
And now, time for a lie down.
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And now, time for a lie down.
You're becoming Irish!
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Please deposit $35 in my PayPal account.
May I use my Groupon discount?
Of course....with the discount the charge will be $40.
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Oh, and JRand, I keep meaning to congratulate you and the rest of the cast/crew of THE DROWSY CHAPERONE on the successful performances!
I wish that I lived close enough to Indiana to actually attend one of your shows. Maybe someday.
It's not exactly a vacation destination to be sure.
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I hope you are taking photos DR ELMORE!
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A small album of CHAPERONE photos with many duplicates...at the local newspaper.
http://www.bannergraphic.com/gallery/16404
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DR John G I hope your bird has calmed down. That must have hurt your feelings.
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NO MORE CAR PROBLEM VIBES FOR DR JEANNE!!!
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Are you thinking of moving to Indiana, MBarnum?
Speaking of moving, I have news to share with you all. The DH and I will, like Mary Richards, be moving to the Twin Cities. The DH has been wanting to be closer to his family for some time, and has in the past few weeks received a call to become an organist/Music Director at an Episcopal church in St. Paul, Minnesota. It is all very sudden, and he will be moving permanently next week to begin to gear up for the start of the program year. He will also continue to work his NYC job remotely.
My timeline is more uncertain, as we obviously still have obligations here, and I have no job in Minnesota. But sometime between now and next spring, I will be packing up our apartment and completing our move. It is stressful and hectic, but also an exciting opportunity. I am not looking forward to returning to "job search" mode, but we will deal with one thing at a time.
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The butter and eggs are so much better than those in the States.
LOL I must agree with you because I buy European butter and my eggs I purchase fresh from a woman down the road. Now I rarely order eggs in a restaurant anymore.
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The El Ateneo Grand Splendid bookstore in Buenos Aires, Argentina. In a converted theatre.
WOW!
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Are you thinking of moving to Indiana, MBarnum?
Speaking of moving, I have news to share with you all. The DH and I will, like Mary Richards, be moving to the Twin Cities. The DH has been wanting to be closer to his family for some time, and has in the past few weeks received a call to become an organist/Music Director at an Episcopal church in St. Paul, Minnesota. It is all very sudden, and he will be moving permanently next week to begin to gear up for the start of the program year. He will also continue to work his NYC job remotely.
My timeline is more uncertain, as we obviously still have obligations here, and I have no job in Minnesota. But sometime between now and next spring, I will be packing up our apartment and completing our move. It is stressful and hectic, but also an exciting opportunity. I am not looking forward to returning to "job search" mode, but we will deal with one thing at a time.
This is very surprising news. I wish you both the very best. Moving long distance isn't easy and more difficult when you can't always be together. I know having done it too many times.
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DR elmore I'm glad your time in Dublin is going so well and that you seem to be moving about ok.
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Sling Sling, you won't be able to stand on the corner at Dayton's anymore since Dayton's no longer exists but you already knew that. Good luck with the move and all it entails. And, since you got married in California when it was still legal, you'll be legally married in Minnesota as well!
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Thank you, DRs Jane and Ben! And yes, the marriage thing is certainly a positive. I don't know how I would have felt about moving to a state where I was suddenly un-married. :)
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Yesterday I spent a fraction of the time I've been spending on the computer, dropped a pound I've been struggling to lose and slept 7 1/2 hours which is a lot for me.
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Thank you, DRs Jane and Ben! And yes, the marriage thing is certainly a positive. I don't know how I would have felt about moving to a state where I was suddenly un-married. :)
People used to tell me I should write a book, how to move and stay happily married. No need to write a book when one sentence will do the trick. Don't be sensitive when the other person is tired, stressed, and grumpy. That works both ways. :)
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DR John G I hope your bird has calmed down. That must have hurt your feelings.
It hurt my hand more. But, yes, he's calmer. Thank you.
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Yesterday I spent a fraction of the time I've been spending on the computer, dropped a pound I've been struggling to lose
So if I stay off the computer for the rest of the year, I should come out about where I need to be, weight-wise. :)
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Thanks for that wonderful advice, DR Jane, gleaned from extensive experience.
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Are you thinking of moving to Indiana, MBarnum?
Speaking of moving, I have news to share with you all. The DH and I will, like Mary Richards, be moving to the Twin Cities. The DH has been wanting to be closer to his family for some time, and has in the past few weeks received a call to become an organist/Music Director at an Episcopal church in St. Paul, Minnesota. It is all very sudden, and he will be moving permanently next week to begin to gear up for the start of the program year. He will also continue to work his NYC job remotely.
My timeline is more uncertain, as we obviously still have obligations here, and I have no job in Minnesota. But sometime between now and next spring, I will be packing up our apartment and completing our move. It is stressful and hectic, but also an exciting opportunity. I am not looking forward to returning to "job search" mode, but we will deal with one thing at a time.
I wish you all the best.
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Four!
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NO MORE CAR PROBLEM VIBES FOR DR JEANNE!!!
A double dose!
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Thanks, DR John G.
Perhaps your next book can be on hearty delicacies of the Midwest. :)
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Thanks, DR John G.
Perhaps your next book can be on hearty delicacies of the Midwest. :)
Like lefse (which I like) and lutefisk (which I would have to be starving to eat, believe me once is enough).
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Yesterday I spent a fraction of the time I've been spending on the computer, dropped a pound I've been struggling to lose
So if I stay off the computer for the rest of the year, I should come out about where I need to be, weight-wise. :)
LOL If you stay away from munching, which I tend to do when I'm at the computer, and replace motion for sitting at the computer, yes you will. :)
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Thanks for that wonderful advice, DR Jane, gleaned from extensive experience.
With luck you will not eat do to stress, as I tend to do, and will lose some of the weight.
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Thank you, DRs Jane and Ben! And yes, the marriage thing is certainly a positive. I don't know how I would have felt about moving to a state where I was suddenly un-married. :)
People used to tell me I should write a book, how to move and stay happily married. No need to write a book when one sentence will do the trick. Don't be sensitive when the other person is tired, stressed, and grumpy. That works both ways. :)
Jane - Do you mean don't be sensitive, don't be insensitive or both?
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Best wishes to DR Singdaw & spouse!
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Thank you, DRs Jane and Ben! And yes, the marriage thing is certainly a positive. I don't know how I would have felt about moving to a state where I was suddenly un-married. :)
People used to tell me I should write a book, how to move and stay happily married. No need to write a book when one sentence will do the trick. Don't be sensitive when the other person is tired, stressed, and grumpy. That works both ways. :)
Jane - Do you mean don't be sensitive, don't be insensitive or both?
I think she means, "Don't take it personally."
Good advice, even for place-bound couples...
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Wow, DR SingSing, that is some mighty big news. Good luck with all of it, and yes, you have to take things one step at a time or you'll go totally crazy!
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Exciting news from DR SINGDAW..... Talented people always have their choice of jobs no matter where they live.
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Thanks, DRs Ginny, ChasSmith, and Jrand62! :-*
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Thanks, DR John G.
Perhaps your next book can be on hearty delicacies of the Midwest. :)
Like lefse (which I like) and lutefisk (which I would have to be starving to eat, believe me once is enough).
Ben, you forgot the casserole part. It's lutefisk casserole. Made with cream o' something soup.
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Looks like dear reader KevinH may want to book a flight to LA - just locked up Brent Barrett for the November Kritzerland show - our first ever encore show - The Sherman Brothers Album. What a cast we're assembling.
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Thanks, DR John G.
Perhaps your next book can be on hearty delicacies of the Midwest. :)
Like lefse (which I like) and lutefisk (which I would have to be starving to eat, believe me once is enough).
Ben, you forgot the casserole part. It's lutefisk casserole. Made with cream o' something soup.
Or, as it's affectionately called, hot dish.
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Thanks, DR John G.
Perhaps your next book can be on hearty delicacies of the Midwest. :)
Like lefse (which I like) and lutefisk (which I would have to be starving to eat, believe me once is enough).
Ben, you forgot the casserole part. It's lutefisk casserole. Made with cream o' something soup.
Or, as it's affectionately called, hot dish.
Yup. Or glop.
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Looks like dear reader KevinH may want to book a flight to LA - just locked up Brent Barrett for the November Kritzerland show - our first ever encore show - The Sherman Brothers Album. What a cast we're assembling.
Nice.
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(http://i1282.photobucket.com/albums/a532/singdaw1/glop_zpse126c8cf.jpg)
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GLOP in a box?
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Exciting news from DR SINGDAW..... Talented people always have their choice of jobs no matter where they live.
Skip and I send our best wishes, too!
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Thank you, DRs Jane and Ben! And yes, the marriage thing is certainly a positive. I don't know how I would have felt about moving to a state where I was suddenly un-married. :)
People used to tell me I should write a book, how to move and stay happily married. No need to write a book when one sentence will do the trick. Don't be sensitive when the other person is tired, stressed, and grumpy. That works both ways. :)
Jane - Do you mean don't be sensitive, don't be insensitive or both?
I think she means, "Don't take it personally."
Good advice, even for place-bound couples...
Sounds right!
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Are you thinking of moving to Indiana, MBarnum?
Speaking of moving, I have news to share with you all. The DH and I will, like Mary Richards, be moving to the Twin Cities. The DH has been wanting to be closer to his family for some time, and has in the past few weeks received a call to become an organist/Music Director at an Episcopal church in St. Paul, Minnesota. It is all very sudden, and he will be moving permanently next week to begin to gear up for the start of the program year. He will also continue to work his NYC job remotely.
My timeline is more uncertain, as we obviously still have obligations here, and I have no job in Minnesota. But sometime between now and next spring, I will be packing up our apartment and completing our move. It is stressful and hectic, but also an exciting opportunity. I am not looking forward to returning to "job search" mode, but we will deal with one thing at a time.
This is very surprising news. I wish you both the very best. Moving long distance isn't easy and more difficult when you can't always be together. I know having done it too many times.
Good luck!
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Greetings, BK & DR's All,
Well, I'm all in a DITHER after seeing that you watched BODY DOUBLE last night, BK. I am actually in the film for about 3 seconds, if I recall. I was a day player/glorified extra in the elevator at the Beverly Connection, when the door opens and we all see the Indian growling at the Wasson and Co. I thought the film was so bad, I only ever watched it once, even though I appeared in it.
Fun song too. I'm grateful never had to do bus and trucks. Touring was exhausting enough. Oy. ; p
I'm thrilled you'll be doing a second anniversary show, but I won't be able to make a matinee. *Pitches Boo* :D
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I'm thrilled you'll be doing a second anniversary show, but I won't be able to make a matinee. *pitches boo* :D
Is that last bit "Bitchy Poo" in HHW lingo?
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I'm thrilled you'll be doing a second anniversary show, but I won't be able to make a matinee. *pitches boo* :D
Is that last bit "Bitchy Poo" in HHW lingo?
You would know better than I. I haven't earned my HHW dictionary yet. :)
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And the word of the day is: DITHER!
And The Song Of The Day Is: I'M CALM
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Back from a patty melt and picking up the package that arrived late yesterday. Did some banking and other stuff related to upcoming Kritzerland shows. Now I'll relax for a few minutes then do a jog then maybe write.
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Greetings, BK & DR's All,
Well, I'm all in a DITHER after seeing that you watched BODY DOUBLE last night, BK. I am actually in the film for about 3 seconds, if I recall. I was a day player/glorified extra in the elevator at the Beverly Connection, when the door opens and we all see the Indian growling at the Wasson and Co. I thought the film was so bad, I only ever watched it once, even though I appeared in it.
Oh my. This poor man needs an "uncredited" credit on IMDb! :)
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But wait. What's this?
One more?
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FIVE!
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NYC's "hidden" subway station:
http://www.travelettes.net/new-york-city%E2%80%99s-hidden-subway-station/ (http://www.travelettes.net/new-york-city%E2%80%99s-hidden-subway-station/)
That's pretty amazing.
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And now I am off to the fourth performance of THE DROWSY CHAPERONE.....
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Hello All:
Goodluck with your move Singdaw, next spring. I have moved several times and it can be overwhelming.
Just remember to stay calm and start decluttering a little at a time and you'll be fine!
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DR BK,
Of all the people you have worked work which ones are the most talented and pleasant?
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A Bergmans - Babs parody audio on Youtube: (of "Windmills of Your Mind" the Babs rendition)
"Swindles I Don't Mind" [about the nutty Cd pricing]
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YX0edstNkp0 (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YX0edstNkp0)
Good one, Fred!
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It's nearly 11:00pm and time for bed. Tonight, Rob, Judy Sherman, and I went to the National Concert Hall for an evening of 19th and 20th century Irish composers, performed by Una Hunt, pianist, her sister Fionnuala, our concert mistress, and her daughter Rachel Kelly, who's now with the Royal Opera and featured on both EILEEN and DEAREST ENEMY. It was very warm in the space, and I couldn't wait to get out. The weather is cool but ridiculously humid and my clothing is sticking to me. I hate it.
There were several piano-violin pieces, and Rachel sang several Irish songs and unknown opera arias by Wallace and Balfe, closing with the glorious "I Dreamed I Dwelt In Marble Halls." We visited briefly and headed back to the Club. Tomorrow will be an intense rehearsal day. On Friday, the cast has a day off, and Judy, Rob and I are in orchestra rehearsals.
Here is one of the recordings of the Hunt sisters.
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DR Kevin,
Did you book your flight yet for November to see Brent in the Kritzerland Show?
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TOD:
DR BK,
Of all the people you have worked work which ones are the most talented and pleasant?
99% of the people I've worked with have been wonderfully talented and more than pleasant - you can read about the one percent who weren't in Album Produced By.
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DR Kevin,
Did you book your flight yet for November to see Brent in the Kritzerland Show?
Not yet! What is the date, Bruce? Is it the 3rd?
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Thanks for the Dublin reports, DR elmore!
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NYC's "hidden" subway station:
http://www.travelettes.net/new-york-city%E2%80%99s-hidden-subway-station/ (http://www.travelettes.net/new-york-city%E2%80%99s-hidden-subway-station/)
That's pretty amazing.
I'll say!
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Kevin, yes, the third of November. We've already chosen his songs, and Richard Sherman is thrilled Brent will be with us.
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Many thanks also to DR FJL (& his ever lovin' Skip), DR Jennifer, and DR Kate! :)
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We are in the process of trying to sell the DH's old car, so for now are down to one. Which meant that I had to walk an hour to get home today from a job. BUT, the weather is almost crisply fall-like, and so it was a pleasant experience.
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I am SO enjoying DR elmore3003's updates from Dublin! It's almost like being there. Fun to know the behind-the-scenes stuff.
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A small album of CHAPERONE photos with many duplicates...at the local newspaper.
http://www.bannergraphic.com/gallery/16404 (http://www.bannergraphic.com/gallery/16404)
Very nice, Jack!
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Are you thinking of moving to Indiana, MBarnum?
Speaking of moving, I have news to share with you all. The DH and I will, like Mary Richards, be moving to the Twin Cities. The DH has been wanting to be closer to his family for some time, and has in the past few weeks received a call to become an organist/Music Director at an Episcopal church in St. Paul, Minnesota. It is all very sudden, and he will be moving permanently next week to begin to gear up for the start of the program year. He will also continue to work his NYC job remotely.
My timeline is more uncertain, as we obviously still have obligations here, and I have no job in Minnesota. But sometime between now and next spring, I will be packing up our apartment and completing our move. It is stressful and hectic, but also an exciting opportunity. I am not looking forward to returning to "job search" mode, but we will deal with one thing at a time.
Congrats to your DH, Singdaw! And GOOD LUCK with YOUR job searching!!
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Sling Sling, you won't be able to stand on the corner at Dayton's anymore since Dayton's no longer exists but you already knew that. Good luck with the move and all it entails. And, since you got married in California when it was still legal, you'll be legally married in Minnesota as well!
I was wondering about that...that's great news, too!!
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Thanks so much, DR George!
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And here is our very own Man in Chair and his cohorts:
(http://i1282.photobucket.com/albums/a532/singdaw1/chaperone_zps93e9a8bc.jpg)
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Back from a three-mile jog.
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Kevin, yes, the third of November. We've already chosen his songs, and Richard Sherman is thrilled Brent will be with us.
Sounds great! Maybe my friends in the area will be able to go!
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The airfares are pretty good for November...
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Thank you, DRs Jane and Ben! And yes, the marriage thing is certainly a positive. I don't know how I would have felt about moving to a state where I was suddenly un-married. :)
People used to tell me I should write a book, how to move and stay happily married. No need to write a book when one sentence will do the trick. Don't be sensitive when the other person is tired, stressed, and grumpy. That works both ways. :)
Jane - Do you mean don't be sensitive, don't be insensitive or both?
Don't get upset by what the other person says to you if they aren't as nice as they might be. We all get a bit stressed during a move like that.
Of course opposite to that the separation does make the heart grow fonder. ;)
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We are in the process of trying to sell the DH's old car, so for now are down to one. Which meant that I had to walk an hour to get home today from a job. BUT, the weather is almost crisply fall-like, and so it was a pleasant experience.
You said you wanted to lose weight, no better way than walking :)
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Thank you, DRs Jane and Ben! And yes, the marriage thing is certainly a positive. I don't know how I would have felt about moving to a state where I was suddenly un-married. :)
People used to tell me I should write a book, how to move and stay happily married. No need to write a book when one sentence will do the trick. Don't be sensitive when the other person is tired, stressed, and grumpy. That works both ways. :)
Jane - Do you mean don't be sensitive, don't be insensitive or both?
I think she means, "Don't take it personally."
Good advice, even for place-bound couples...
Yes and true.
I could easily have gotten upset the time Keith dropped my 40th anniversary ring in front of me and stepped on it super fast. When I bent down to be helpful and pick up what he dropped he yelled "I can get it myself". Instead of a funny memory associated with the ring I would have had hurt feeling and an argument had I not shrugged off his odd behavior.
Sometimes during long stressful moves there can be a few of those "odd behavior" moments. On one end you have someone coping with a new job, and in Keith's situation no friends, while on my end I had the house and children to deal with. We just rolled with the punches and all was fine.
VIBES ALL GOES VERY SMOOTHLY FOR DR SINGDAW!!!!
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Thanks again, DR Jane! :)
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And without any further ado...
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We move along to...
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PAGE 6!!!
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(http://i1282.photobucket.com/albums/a532/singdaw1/crazycatlady_zps9cb0921b.jpg)
OH, OH ,OH I want one of these!!!
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Are you thinking of moving to Indiana, MBarnum?
Speaking of moving, I have news to share with you all. The DH and I will, like Mary Richards, be moving to the Twin Cities. The DH has been wanting to be closer to his family for some time, and has in the past few weeks received a call to become an organist/Music Director at an Episcopal church in St. Paul, Minnesota. It is all very sudden, and he will be moving permanently next week to begin to gear up for the start of the program year. He will also continue to work his NYC job remotely.
My timeline is more uncertain, as we obviously still have obligations here, and I have no job in Minnesota. But sometime between now and next spring, I will be packing up our apartment and completing our move. It is stressful and hectic, but also an exciting opportunity. I am not looking forward to returning to "job search" mode, but we will deal with one thing at a time.
Oh, I love the Twin Cities. Once you get there I'm sure you'll love it!! Congrats
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Thanks, DR John G.
Perhaps your next book can be on hearty delicacies of the Midwest. :)
Like lefse (which I like) and lutefisk (which I would have to be starving to eat, believe me once is enough).
I like lutefisk if you eat them with enough potatoes and butter.....especially butter
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Some bacon probably wouldn't hurt none, either.
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Page 6 - is there any gossip about Drowsy Chaperone?
Really enjoyed the newspaper photos!
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Thanks, George!
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I was just perusing Playbill.com and saw this article (it was on the main page...not too difficult to find ;)): Tom Skerritt Will Make Broadway Debut in A Time to Kill; Casting Complete (http://www.playbill.com/news/article/181129-Tom-Skerritt-Will-Make-Broadway-Debut-in-A-Time-to-Kill-Casting-Complete). The article also has pictures of the cast in the Washington, D.C. production right now.
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I remember one time I was at SeaTac airport and he walked by me! He was just walking the opposite direction that I was and it was pretty crowded. I even turned around to make sure that that was him. :) He lives in the Puget Sound area.
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Well, I must be off. Our rehearsal tonight doesn't start until 8:00, so I didn't have to leave as early as previous days. But now, I have to leave. We're going to work most of the second act, which I am somewhat secure on, but I have one line, a sort of tirade, that I do not yet have completely memorized. I'm sure I won't be the only one who has unmemorized lines like that. ::)
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Be back later!
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Watching a movie called "The Sniper." Old noir. Creepy fun.
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Richard Kiley has a supporting role. Really good performance. And a very old Adolphe Menjou.
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Best wishes on your move, Singdaw.
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I was just perusing Playbill.com and saw this article (it was on the main page...not too difficult to find ;)): Tom Skerritt Will Make Broadway Debut in A Time to Kill; Casting Complete (http://www.playbill.com/news/article/181129-Tom-Skerritt-Will-Make-Broadway-Debut-in-A-Time-to-Kill-Casting-Complete). The article also has pictures of the cast in the Washington, D.C. production right now.
George, the DC production was in 2011. A couple of our DRs saw it. I am planning to go to NYC to see it this fall, just don't know when yet
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Exciting and surprising news, DR Sponge Bob, regarding "the big move!"
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And here is our very own Man in Chair and his cohorts:
(http://i1282.photobucket.com/albums/a532/singdaw1/chaperone_zps93e9a8bc.jpg)
That gentleman with the mustache in the front row is quite a hottie. At least he is with make-up on.
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I was SO tired last night I was asleep withing an hour after getting home.
http://www.andthisiswhatisaw.net/2013/08/montosa-canyon.html
It took me 38 shots to get that black butterfly with orange tips.
you take such amazing ppicturews Laura thank you or sharing them
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DR Elmore, if you think about it (like you have nothing else to think about), you might mention to Jason that your friend TCB will be lunching tomorrow with his friend Sharry O'hare.
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Thanks, DR John G.
Perhaps your next book can be on hearty delicacies of the Midwest. :)
Like lefse (which I like) and lutefisk (which I would have to be starving to eat, believe me once is enough).
I like lutefisk if you eat them with enough potatoes and butter.....especially butter
And a clothespin on your nose.
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Hello vixmom!
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Hello, Cilla!
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G'night!
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Hi TCB!!!! Good night!
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Are you thinking of moving to Indiana, MBarnum?
Speaking of moving, I have news to share with you all. The DH and I will, like Mary Richards, be moving to the Twin Cities. The DH has been wanting to be closer to his family for some time, and has in the past few weeks received a call to become an organist/Music Director at an Episcopal church in St. Paul, Minnesota. It is all very sudden, and he will be moving permanently next week to begin to gear up for the start of the program year. He will also continue to work his NYC job remotely.
My timeline is more uncertain, as we obviously still have obligations here, and I have no job in Minnesota. But sometime between now and next spring, I will be packing up our apartment and completing our move. It is stressful and hectic, but also an exciting opportunity. I am not looking forward to returning to "job search" mode, but we will deal with one thing at a time.
congratulations - I hope we can have at least one more HHW meet before you leave
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Started watching "Quartet," which is just charming. Too bad I have to get to bed.
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Good night, all.
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The Vixter and I joined my brother and his wife in taking my folks out to the Miller Ale House for for dinner tonight - yesterday was their 58th wedding anniversary but today was the Lobster special
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Back from the Marilyn and Alan Bergman evening - it was ill attended (about half full) but fun. But it will be the last time I ever go to any venue run by AMPAS (the motion picture Academy), for reasons I'll explain in the notes.
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I was just perusing Playbill.com and saw this article (it was on the main page...not too difficult to find ;) ): Tom Skerritt Will Make Broadway Debut in A Time to Kill; Casting Complete (http://www.playbill.com/news/article/181129-Tom-Skerritt-Will-Make-Broadway-Debut-in-A-Time-to-Kill-Casting-Complete). The article also has pictures of the cast in the Washington, D.C. production right now.
George, the DC production was in 2011. A couple of our DRs saw it. I am planning to go to NYC to see it this fall, just don't know when yet
Obviously, I didn't read the article...I just looked at the pictures.
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Back from the Marilyn and Alan Bergman evening - it was ill attended (about half full) but fun. But it will be the last time I ever go to any venue run by AMPAS (the motion picture Academy), for reasons I'll explain in the notes.
Ooo...that sounds very intriguing!
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Tonight's rehearsal was a little short, only about an hour and a half. My big police scene was not rehearsed because my acting partner, Guy, was not there and a lot of what I do is in reaction to what he does and says. I could've said the lines, but that's about it. Guy will be at rehearsal tomorrow, so that'll be good. We're starting at our regular time of 7:00, so we'll actually be able to run the entire show at least a couple of times. I'd better finish memorizing all of my lines! :o
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