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Title: FINAL DRESS/FIRST PREVIEW
Post by: bk on November 23, 2013, 01:03:00 AM
Well, you've read the notes, the notes were dressed and previewed, and now it is time for you to post until the dressed cows come home.
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Post by: bk on November 23, 2013, 01:03:42 AM
And the word of the day is: TENUITY!
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Post by: bk on November 23, 2013, 01:07:49 AM
Dear reader George mentioned ordering things from amazon.fr that were returned to amazon without being delivered.  This is a huge problem that they don't seem willing to address - packages that are shipped via standard mail somehow get diverted to the UK and then sent back to France.  It's ridiculous.  Occasionally things get through, but more often than not, they don't.  There's only one way around it and unfortunately that way costs more.  If you choose either of the global shipping options - really fast, or slightly less fast, you get your stuff without any problem.  The faster of the global shipping is hugely expensive, but the second fastest option is much less money and, for example, my Umbrellas of Cherbourg still arrived in two days.
Title: Re: FINAL DRESS/FIRST PREVIEW
Post by: George on November 23, 2013, 01:37:48 AM
Dear reader George mentioned ordering things from amazon.fr that were returned to amazon without being delivered.  This is a huge problem that they don't seem willing to address - packages that are shipped via standard mail somehow get diverted to the UK and then sent back to France.  It's ridiculous.  Occasionally things get through, but more often than not, they don't.  There's only one way around it and unfortunately that way costs more.  If you choose either of the global shipping options - really fast, or slightly less fast, you get your stuff without any problem.  The faster of the global shipping is hugely expensive, but the second fastest option is much less money and, for example, my Umbrellas of Cherbourg still arrived in two days.

I hadn't thought about that.  I selected the cheapest option, which is what I usually do.  I'll definitely keep this in mind if my order is returned.
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Post by: FJL on November 23, 2013, 01:42:40 AM
Thank you's from yesterday to Jane, to KevinH, and to Cilla!
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Post by: FJL on November 23, 2013, 01:43:19 AM
It is early here, about 4:45 AM.  But not early enough to be first after BK.  :)
Title: Re: FINAL DRESS/FIRST PREVIEW
Post by: Ben on November 23, 2013, 02:55:15 AM
Morning all.

That is all.
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Post by: ChasSmith on November 23, 2013, 04:39:59 AM
Good morning, all.

Cats got me up a little too early, but what are you gonna do.

Coffee!
Title: Re: FINAL DRESS/FIRST PREVIEW
Post by: ChasSmith on November 23, 2013, 04:46:40 AM
The once or twice I've ordered from Amazon France, there was no problem receiving the goods.  But it just happens that I hesitated and almost chose that middle option yesterday...and then didn't.  I really would like to have Umbrellas ASAP, too.  Merde!

I wonder if I can change it now.  I'll try.
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Post by: Jrand74 on November 23, 2013, 04:54:29 AM
TOD:
Since I can't remember one, I guess I don't have one.
Title: Re: FINAL DRESS/FIRST PREVIEW
Post by: Jrand74 on November 23, 2013, 04:55:01 AM
Today is a work day - oh well.  And we have finally reached the day when the temperature is in the 20's.
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Post by: Druxy on November 23, 2013, 05:10:24 AM
TOD:

Fajitas
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Post by: Druxy on November 23, 2013, 05:11:24 AM
Now, me with a stiff back, is off to the Comic Con again.

 :-\
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Post by: KevinH on November 23, 2013, 06:00:20 AM
Good morning!
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Post by: Ginny on November 23, 2013, 06:24:59 AM
Saturday morning greetings!  Early (noon, EST) Michigan kickoff today, so I'm up and about.  We're expecting somewhere between 17 and 21 here for Thanksgiving dinner, so I'd also better start getting this house in shape.
Title: Re: FINAL DRESS/FIRST PREVIEW
Post by: Jennifer on November 23, 2013, 06:27:51 AM
DR Jane, glad your goggles were in your home garage. I hate swimming without goggles.

Speaking of swimming, I am going to see my niece at her swim meet today. Supposedly this pool is hot, little parking, little seating. But hopefully if we go early we can get good seats.  For some reason I am nervous for her.
Title: Re: FINAL DRESS/FIRST PREVIEW
Post by: ArnoldMBrockman on November 23, 2013, 06:38:02 AM
And the word of the day is: TENUITY!

And The Song Of The Day Is: TENDER IS THE NIGHT
Title: Re: FINAL DRESS/FIRST PREVIEW
Post by: elmore3003 on November 23, 2013, 06:58:36 AM
Good morning, all! At 10:00 last night, I was exhausted, and three hours later I was still awake. As a result, I did not get up when the alarm rang at 6:30, and slept in until 9. As a result, I will not be visiting Toyland today. I'll aim for tomorrow and spend today here finishing up the Moross bass part.

Last night, the director and cohort-in-crime on "Christmas Up The Holler" sent me mp3 files of the two songs written for the show. They were recorded last month as demos with David Lutken, Julie Foldesi who's in NEWSIES and Ben Hope, standby for the lead in ONCE.   I couldn't be at the session because of my health, but I am very pleased with the rough mixes.  I love the comedy number, but I think the ballad is really, really charming.

BK, did I miss reading how the show went with the invited audience?
Title: Re: FINAL DRESS/FIRST PREVIEW
Post by: Michael on November 23, 2013, 07:07:52 AM
Good morning to all
Title: Re: FINAL DRESS/FIRST PREVIEW
Post by: Michael on November 23, 2013, 07:09:46 AM
Today the 50th Anniversary broadcast of Doctor Who is being broadcast and depending where you are in the world you will be seeing it at the same time as everyone else. So people in Australia will be seeing it tomorrow while we are seeing it today in North America.
Title: Re: FINAL DRESS/FIRST PREVIEW
Post by: Michael on November 23, 2013, 07:17:04 AM
Two mini episodes that lead up to The Day of the Doctor

The Night of the Doctor with Paul McGann who played the doctor in the one shot tv movie made in the US

http://youtu.be/-U3jrS-uhuo (http://youtu.be/-U3jrS-uhuo)

The Last Day

http://youtu.be/Eem2Ehq_xBI (http://youtu.be/Eem2Ehq_xBI)
Title: Re: FINAL DRESS/FIRST PREVIEW
Post by: Kerry on November 23, 2013, 07:43:24 AM
"some guacamole for the table" - the title of my next book
Title: Re: FINAL DRESS/FIRST PREVIEW
Post by: MBarnum on November 23, 2013, 08:51:04 AM
TOD:

I don't have a most memorable Mexican meal, but my favorite Mexican dish is Chili Rellenos.
Title: Re: FINAL DRESS/FIRST PREVIEW
Post by: MBarnum on November 23, 2013, 08:52:52 AM
Somehow I got sidetracked and missed HHW yesterday. Must not go back and ketchup.
Title: Re: FINAL DRESS/FIRST PREVIEW
Post by: Jane on November 23, 2013, 09:25:48 AM
DR George I enjoyed your DOCTOR WHO commentary.
Title: Re: FINAL DRESS/FIRST PREVIEW
Post by: Jane on November 23, 2013, 09:26:13 AM
DR Jennifer I hope the swim meet went well and it wasn't too hot in there.
Title: Re: FINAL DRESS/FIRST PREVIEW
Post by: KevinH on November 23, 2013, 09:32:20 AM
It's laundry day in Fairfax County, VA
Title: Re: FINAL DRESS/FIRST PREVIEW
Post by: vixmom on November 23, 2013, 10:21:52 AM
thank you all for the vibes - I am well and truly in the grips of this stuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuupid cold which has decided to divide and conquer - it now has control of  my head, throat and chest

I have given up the fight and succumbed to sleeping  whenever I can  hence my e & t ness


Title: Re: FINAL DRESS/FIRST PREVIEW
Post by: vixmom on November 23, 2013, 10:23:18 AM
my plans for the day have been jettisoned in favor of watching Dr WHO in the recliner dressed in my comfy sweats and under a nice warm blankie
Title: Re: FINAL DRESS/FIRST PREVIEW
Post by: vixmom on November 23, 2013, 10:24:05 AM
hot tea and chicken soup are my plans for meals later today
Title: Re: FINAL DRESS/FIRST PREVIEW
Post by: bk on November 23, 2013, 10:25:03 AM
Page one?  Really?  When we're down everyone seems to come, get annoyed that they can't log on, etc.  When we're up, where in tarnation IS everyone?
Title: Re: FINAL DRESS/FIRST PREVIEW
Post by: bk on November 23, 2013, 10:25:12 AM
Speaking of up, I'm up.
Title: Re: FINAL DRESS/FIRST PREVIEW
Post by: Ginny on November 23, 2013, 10:32:11 AM
Almost halftime: Michigan 21, Iowa 7

I've also been in another Safari tab emailing people with Thanksgiving sidedish assignments and on my phone texting with my niece in Illinois about her contribution and travel plans.
Title: Re: FINAL DRESS/FIRST PREVIEW
Post by: Michael on November 23, 2013, 10:39:16 AM
Looking forward to see An Adventure in time and space.

I had the good fortune of meeting Waris Hussein who directed the very first Doctor Who episode. We chatted about the movie he was working on which I had been working on as an extra and then about the Doctor. The next day gave me something extra to do in the film and I got to work with Angela Lansbury because of it.

Title: Re: FINAL DRESS/FIRST PREVIEW
Post by: Ginny on November 23, 2013, 10:53:57 AM
DR Vixmom - please take it easy this weekend and feel better soon!
Title: Re: FINAL DRESS/FIRST PREVIEW
Post by: George on November 23, 2013, 11:38:08 AM
The once or twice I've ordered from Amazon France, there was no problem receiving the goods.  But it just happens that I hesitated and almost chose that middle option yesterday...and then didn't.  I really would like to have Umbrellas ASAP, too.  Merde!

I wonder if I can change it now.  I'll try.

Mine is already "En préparation pour expédition," so it's too late for me to change it.
Title: Re: FINAL DRESS/FIRST PREVIEW
Post by: George on November 23, 2013, 11:40:28 AM
Today the 50th Anniversary broadcast of Doctor Who is being broadcast and depending where you are in the world you will be seeing it at the same time as everyone else. So people in Australia will be seeing it tomorrow while we are seeing it today in North America.

I'm watching it RIGHT NOW!
Title: Re: FINAL DRESS/FIRST PREVIEW
Post by: George on November 23, 2013, 11:45:39 AM
Looking forward to see An Adventure in time and space.

I had the good fortune of meeting Waris Hussein who directed the very first Doctor Who episode. We chatted about the movie he was working on which I had been working on as an extra and then about the Doctor. The next day gave me something extra to do in the film and I got to work with Angela Lansbury because of it.

That's so cool, Mike!
Title: Re: FINAL DRESS/FIRST PREVIEW
Post by: KevinH on November 23, 2013, 11:49:29 AM
Feel better vibes for DR vixmom!
Title: Re: FINAL DRESS/FIRST PREVIEW
Post by: KevinH on November 23, 2013, 11:50:05 AM
Just watched Whoopi Goldberg's special about Moms Mabley. Lots of laughs.
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Post by: elmore3003 on November 23, 2013, 11:50:17 AM
I've finished my edits on the bass and sent an invoice, My favorite part of the job.

I think I will watch parts 4-6 of THE FADES.After I have some lunch.
Title: Re: FINAL DRESS/FIRST PREVIEW
Post by: elmore3003 on November 23, 2013, 12:11:08 PM
I just got a nice email from Rob Berman. I guess the recording of YANK! went well this week, and now he's off to conduct the Kennedy Center honors.
Title: Re: FINAL DRESS/FIRST PREVIEW
Post by: Ginny on November 23, 2013, 12:21:51 PM
 :P  Iowa 24, Michigan 21

Time for Brady Hoke to move on...
Title: Re: FINAL DRESS/FIRST PREVIEW
Post by: Ginny on November 23, 2013, 12:22:59 PM
Snow flurries at our house.
Title: Re: FINAL DRESS/FIRST PREVIEW
Post by: Jane on November 23, 2013, 12:33:19 PM
I had the good fortune of meeting Waris Hussein who directed the very first Doctor Who episode. We chatted about the movie he was working on which I had been working on as an extra and then about the Doctor. The next day gave me something extra to do in the film and I got to work with Angela Lansbury because of it.

 8)
Title: Re: FINAL DRESS/FIRST PREVIEW
Post by: bk on November 23, 2013, 01:22:57 PM
Back from some bacon and eggs and picking up one package.
Title: Re: FINAL DRESS/FIRST PREVIEW
Post by: bk on November 23, 2013, 01:23:03 PM
Now to relax.
Title: Re: FINAL DRESS/FIRST PREVIEW
Post by: George on November 23, 2013, 01:31:19 PM
And it's over!  I thoroughly enjoyed the 50th Anniversary episode of Doctor Who called "The Day of the Doctor."  Matt Smith, David Tennant and John Hurt all played The Doctor at different times of his life and they all came together for one big adventure.  The whole episode was about 1 hour and 17 minutes and there were no commercial interruptions, which was great.  They did have AT&T advertising bugs in the corner, but they weren't too obtrusive. 
Title: Re: FINAL DRESS/FIRST PREVIEW
Post by: George on November 23, 2013, 01:32:54 PM
Now, I'm going to record to my DVD burner the "Doctor Who 50th Live Pre-Show" show.  I didn't get my DVD burner set up in time to record it to that as I was watching it.  I did get it recorded to my DVR, so there was no problem there.  I do have to say that the pre-show show was not too exciting or interesting, but I'll keep it. ::)

Did anyone else watch it?  It's going to be rebroadcast quite a bit, I'm sure.
Title: Re: FINAL DRESS/FIRST PREVIEW
Post by: KevinH on November 23, 2013, 02:23:47 PM
Waiting for my mail.  I can't believe it's been delivered lately.  I ordered the Time-Life Carol Burnett DVD set.
Title: Re: FINAL DRESS/FIRST PREVIEW
Post by: KevinH on November 23, 2013, 02:24:11 PM
I'm meeting friends at the Macaroni Grill.  We always enjoy it there.
Title: Re: FINAL DRESS/FIRST PREVIEW
Post by: KevinH on November 23, 2013, 02:29:08 PM
Anybody else watch Super Fun Night with Rebel Wilson?  I had to laugh when they said she was from Tonawanda, New York ( a suburb of Buffalo).  I'm enjoying the show.
Title: Re: FINAL DRESS/FIRST PREVIEW
Post by: George on November 23, 2013, 02:32:42 PM
Anybody else watch Super Fun Night with Rebel Wilson?  I had to laugh when they said she was from Tonawanda, New York ( a suburb of Buffalo).  I'm enjoying the show.

I watch it, and I really like it, too.
Title: Re: FINAL DRESS/FIRST PREVIEW
Post by: George on November 23, 2013, 02:34:56 PM
Well, I'm off to my parents' house for dinner.  But first, I must (finally) take a shower and get dressed. :)

Be back later!
Title: Re: FINAL DRESS/FIRST PREVIEW
Post by: Jane on November 23, 2013, 02:43:04 PM
I'm feeling quiet today.  A dog I loved died from bloat last night :(
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Post by: elmore3003 on November 23, 2013, 03:47:44 PM
This is ridiculous.
Title: Re: FINAL DRESS/FIRST PREVIEW
Post by: elmore3003 on November 23, 2013, 03:47:58 PM
Where the hell is everyone?
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Post by: elmore3003 on November 23, 2013, 03:48:25 PM
Most peculiar.
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Post by: elmore3003 on November 23, 2013, 03:48:46 PM
Once i get us to Page Three . . .
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Post by: elmore3003 on November 23, 2013, 03:49:22 PM
I'm signing off for the rest of the night.
Title: Re: FINAL DRESS/FIRST PREVIEW
Post by: elmore3003 on November 23, 2013, 03:49:46 PM
So, where are we now?
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Post by: elmore3003 on November 23, 2013, 03:51:03 PM
!!! 3 !!! 3 !!! 3 !!! 3 !!! 3 !!! 3 !!! 3 !!! 3 !!! 3 !!! 3 !!! 3 !!! 3 !!! 3 !!!

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Post by: elmore3003 on November 23, 2013, 03:51:19 PM
My work is finished.
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Post by: Jeanne on November 23, 2013, 03:54:13 PM
Hello, everyone.
Title: Re: FINAL DRESS/FIRST PREVIEW
Post by: FJL on November 23, 2013, 03:54:44 PM
I'm feeling quiet today.  A dog I loved died from bloat last night :(


I'm so sorry to hear that, Jane.
Title: Re: FINAL DRESS/FIRST PREVIEW
Post by: Jeanne on November 23, 2013, 03:59:46 PM
I was up early today for a 9am eye exam. I felt like Vixmom. In fact, I think I have a bit of her cold. Just a bit. I was feeling feverish last night and just wanted to get through today's appointment, because this optometrist is difficult to schedule with. She dilated my eyes, plus we're making a small change to my new reading glasses. So I'm back to my back-up readers. Ugh.
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Post by: Jeanne on November 23, 2013, 04:01:38 PM
I saw Cillaliz's commercial(s). Very well done, Cilla! Brief, professional, and direct. YOu sound VERY fluent in Spanish.
Title: Re: FINAL DRESS/FIRST PREVIEW
Post by: Jeanne on November 23, 2013, 04:03:35 PM
Bruce, the theatre with the Newley/Bricusse show doesn't include it on their calendar. Just an oversight?
Title: Re: FINAL DRESS/FIRST PREVIEW
Post by: Jeanne on November 23, 2013, 04:04:21 PM
Now to catch up.
Title: Re: FINAL DRESS/FIRST PREVIEW
Post by: Jeanne on November 23, 2013, 04:04:44 PM
Oh, TOD:

avocado burritos
Title: Re: FINAL DRESS/FIRST PREVIEW
Post by: bk on November 23, 2013, 04:17:07 PM
It will be on their calendar as soon as they get their art.  I don't profess to know and frankly I don't care how they do things - I can't figure any of it out and I just roll along - they have a subscription base of over 2500 people and we'll be sold out for the entire run just from them.  Any of my folks who need to see it will be fine - I'll do those arrangements.
Title: Re: FINAL DRESS/FIRST PREVIEW
Post by: bk on November 23, 2013, 04:17:52 PM
You know, if we were down (heaven forbid) my inbox would be filled with people saying they couldn't get on.  But we're not down (thank heaven) and no one can be bothered to be here?  Wow.
Title: Re: FINAL DRESS/FIRST PREVIEW
Post by: Jeanne on November 23, 2013, 04:28:32 PM
It will be on their calendar as soon as they get their art.  I don't profess to know and frankly I don't care how they do things - I can't figure any of it out and I just roll along - they have a subscription base of over 2500 people and we'll be sold out for the entire run just from them.  Any of my folks who need to see it will be fine - I'll do those arrangements.

OK. I couldn't figure out why it wasn't showing up.
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Post by: Jeanne on November 23, 2013, 04:29:11 PM
Belated birthday wishes to DR Kevin!  Sorry I missed it.
Title: Re: FINAL DRESS/FIRST PREVIEW
Post by: Jeanne on November 23, 2013, 04:30:04 PM
Fred, such good news on VIVA MAX! How exciting! Congrats to you and Skip and Julie!
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Post by: Jeanne on November 23, 2013, 04:36:19 PM
Continued doze-in-the-recliner and hot-soup vibes to Vixmom!
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Post by: Jeanne on November 23, 2013, 04:37:55 PM
TTFN, kids.

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Post by: FJL on November 23, 2013, 04:39:28 PM
Thank you, Jeanne!
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Post by: Jane on November 23, 2013, 04:41:11 PM
I'm feeling quiet today.  A dog I loved died from bloat last night :(


I'm so sorry to hear that, Jane.

Thanks.
Title: Re: FINAL DRESS/FIRST PREVIEW
Post by: Jane on November 23, 2013, 04:42:52 PM
To distract myself while I do laundry I have been researching books to possibly read.  Two lists came out with recommendations.
Title: Re: FINAL DRESS/FIRST PREVIEW
Post by: Jane on November 23, 2013, 04:43:53 PM
I finished this list: http://www.theguardian.com/books/2013/nov/23/mantel-franzen-catton-writers-critics-best-books-2013
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Post by: Jane on November 23, 2013, 04:44:20 PM
And have this one to browse: http://flavorwire.com/425953/50-books-that-define-the-past-five-years-in-literature/view-all/
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Post by: Jane on November 23, 2013, 04:45:55 PM
In-between, my brother sent me an email recommending a book he couldn't finish but thinks I would like as a book group pick, "The Infatuations" by Javier Marias.  Has anyone read it?
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Post by: ryacko on November 23, 2013, 05:49:00 PM
Good evening, everyone!

I'm popping on especially to wish BK and the cast a great preview tonight!! I hope it goes brilliantly.

I've been lost in the Dr. Who 50th Anniversary special today, and lovely things surrounding it. Yes, I am a Whovian.
Interesting to see that a half century ago, we lost JFK; the Brits bore The Doctor and 007.  Quite the year then, wasn't it?

I have Kritzerland work to do as well now. I hope everyone has a lovely weekend!
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Post by: Jennifer on November 23, 2013, 05:49:12 PM
Came home from my niece's swim meet. Odd pool. They only had one 25 m pool. My pool has 3 X 25m. Where my niece does swim team they have at least 4 to 6 X 25 m pools.

They didn't have the results up by the time we left. So only saw how my niece did in 1 out of 4 events.

It is also interesting how they do the races. Boys and girls go against each other (but the placements are tallied separately). You're never really racing again the people you are swimming against. They just list the competitors by their times after everyone is finished.

In the summer swim meets each race is a race. The best swimmers swim first heat (the heat that counts in the totals). But in every race you get a ribbon 1st-6th. I think it's more exciting to watch this way.

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Post by: Druxy on November 23, 2013, 06:25:39 PM
Back from day 2 of the Wizard World Austin Comic Con.

Tired again.

Back tomorrow for the final day.
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Post by: ChasSmith on November 23, 2013, 06:30:37 PM
My goodness.  Page three.  Are we setting some kind of a record here?  At 9:30 in the PM in the eastern time zone?
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Post by: ChasSmith on November 23, 2013, 06:31:08 PM
So what's my excuse?

Been out and about all day.  Doing who knows what.  You know how it goes.
Title: Re: FINAL DRESS/FIRST PREVIEW
Post by: ChasSmith on November 23, 2013, 06:32:17 PM
Not a Whovian, but I watched along with a couple of friends in my Inner Sanctum on the Good Plasma and the Big Speakers.  I enjoyed the spectacle.  They got the thrills.
Title: Re: FINAL DRESS/FIRST PREVIEW
Post by: ChasSmith on November 23, 2013, 06:33:53 PM
"some guacamole for the table" - the title of my next book

The title of my next LIFE.
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Post by: ChasSmith on November 23, 2013, 06:35:58 PM
Vixmom is but a shadow of the person we supped with at Artie's only last week. 

How the mighty fall.  Tsk.    :)

TAKE IT EASY AND GET WELL, VIXMOM!   
Title: Re: FINAL DRESS/FIRST PREVIEW
Post by: ChasSmith on November 23, 2013, 06:40:12 PM
The once or twice I've ordered from Amazon France, there was no problem receiving the goods.  But it just happens that I hesitated and almost chose that middle option yesterday...and then didn't.  I really would like to have Umbrellas ASAP, too.  Merde!

I wonder if I can change it now.  I'll try.

Mine is already "En préparation pour expédition," so it's too late for me to change it.

So was mine.  Or just about.  I could still have cancelled and re-entered the order, then I thought "oh the heck (HELL) with it."  For one thing, it'll probably get here in perfectly good time like they always do.  And if not, we do it again.  Big deal.  I just would have LOVED having it to watch, like, tomorrow!  :)
Title: Re: FINAL DRESS/FIRST PREVIEW
Post by: ChasSmith on November 23, 2013, 06:44:29 PM

Interesting to see that a half century ago, we lost JFK; the Brits bore The Doctor and 007.  Quite the year then, wasn't it?


No sh kidding, man.  One of the two best years ever.  (1962 & 1963)

Or:  One of the five or so best years ever.  (1958-1963)
Title: Re: FINAL DRESS/FIRST PREVIEW
Post by: Jane on November 23, 2013, 06:46:10 PM
DR Jennifer it seems odd to me the swimmers don't compete against each other at the same time.  I'm glad you find it interesting since you are the one watching ;)
Title: Re: FINAL DRESS/FIRST PREVIEW
Post by: Michael on November 23, 2013, 07:20:40 PM
Now, I'm going to record to my DVD burner the "Doctor Who 50th Live Pre-Show" show.  I didn't get my DVD burner set up in time to record it to that as I was watching it.  I did get it recorded to my DVR, so there was no problem there.  I do have to say that the pre-show show was not too exciting or interesting, but I'll keep it. ::)

Did anyone else watch it?  It's going to be rebroadcast quite a bit, I'm sure.

thought it was a crashing bore.

But the 50th Anniversary special was very well done. I also like there were no commercial breaks.
Title: Re: FINAL DRESS/FIRST PREVIEW
Post by: Michael on November 23, 2013, 07:24:25 PM
Then I sort of watch the new TV series Atlantis.

It's sort of like the Adventures of Hercules with Kevin Sarbo (sp?)

There was Jason (as in Jason and the Argonauts perhaps?) there was Pythagoras (the triangle guy) and Hercules portrayed as an overweight, boozing, egotistical wannabe hero.
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Post by: Cillaliz on November 23, 2013, 08:48:25 PM
:P  Iowa 24, Michigan 21

Time for Brady Hoke to move on...

Oh Yeah! Had no idea we won.  Haven't watched a game in years
Title: Re: FINAL DRESS/FIRST PREVIEW
Post by: Cillaliz on November 23, 2013, 08:49:31 PM
I saw Cillaliz's commercial(s). Very well done, Cilla! Brief, professional, and direct. YOu sound VERY fluent in Spanish.

Thanks Jeanne!
Title: Re: FINAL DRESS/FIRST PREVIEW
Post by: TCB on November 23, 2013, 08:49:58 PM
It is the late TCB, having just crawled home after a seven and a half rehearsal, checking in with all of my HHW family.  If I manage to get up before it is time to leave for rehearsal, I will try to post.  If not, I will check in on Monday.  Or, who knows, we may actually get home early tomorrow evening.
Title: Re: FINAL DRESS/FIRST PREVIEW
Post by: Cillaliz on November 23, 2013, 08:50:45 PM
I'm feeling quiet today.  A dog I loved died from bloat last night :(

Oh my! I'm so sorry to hear that
Title: Re: FINAL DRESS/FIRST PREVIEW
Post by: Cillaliz on November 23, 2013, 08:52:17 PM
Hi TCB!  Hope rehearsals are going well
Title: Re: FINAL DRESS/FIRST PREVIEW
Post by: John G. on November 23, 2013, 08:55:09 PM
Drove more than 600 miles today and am tired.
Title: Re: FINAL DRESS/FIRST PREVIEW
Post by: John G. on November 23, 2013, 08:55:26 PM
But the barbecue was good. And bad. But mostly really good.
Title: Re: FINAL DRESS/FIRST PREVIEW
Post by: George on November 23, 2013, 08:56:16 PM
I'm feeling quiet today.  A dog I loved died from bloat last night :(

I"m so sorry, Jane.
Title: Re: FINAL DRESS/FIRST PREVIEW
Post by: John G. on November 23, 2013, 08:56:30 PM
TOD: There are too many dishes to name.

Could it be a whole fish cooked with more garlic than could ward off a whole army of Draculas?
Title: Re: FINAL DRESS/FIRST PREVIEW
Post by: Cillaliz on November 23, 2013, 08:57:07 PM
This morning it was only 40 degrees in the laundry room.  I had already put plastic on the window and door so I spent the day trying to seal it up even better.  We'll see if it worked
Title: Re: FINAL DRESS/FIRST PREVIEW
Post by: John G. on November 23, 2013, 08:57:38 PM
Guacamole made tableside while drinking a margarita alongside the River Walk?
Title: Re: FINAL DRESS/FIRST PREVIEW
Post by: George on November 23, 2013, 08:57:50 PM
You know, if we were down (heaven forbid) my inbox would be filled with people saying they couldn't get on.  But we're not down (thank heaven) and no one can be bothered to be here?  Wow.

I'm back.  I went to my parents' house for dinner (vegan stir fry...it was okay) and we played Scrabble.  I lost...no surprise there. ;)
Title: Re: FINAL DRESS/FIRST PREVIEW
Post by: John G. on November 23, 2013, 08:58:05 PM
Fish in a Veracruz sauce with olives, capers and white wine?
Title: Re: FINAL DRESS/FIRST PREVIEW
Post by: John G. on November 23, 2013, 08:59:55 PM
This morning it was only 40 degrees in the laundry room.  I had already put plastic on the window and door so I spent the day trying to seal it up even better.  We'll see if it worked

That's about the high here today. I was not happy. But I'm glad I didn't go to the Panhandle, because that's where Willie Nelson's band's bus had an accident that was said to have been caused by ice. Yuck.
Title: Re: FINAL DRESS/FIRST PREVIEW
Post by: Cillaliz on November 23, 2013, 08:59:58 PM
Vibes for VIXMOM!!!
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Post by: John G. on November 23, 2013, 09:01:41 PM
Brisket tacos heaped high with cabbage, pico de gallo and green chile ranch dressing rates high.
Title: Re: FINAL DRESS/FIRST PREVIEW
Post by: John G. on November 23, 2013, 09:02:19 PM
Shrimp or beef fajitas with plenty of cooked onions and peppers.
Title: Re: FINAL DRESS/FIRST PREVIEW
Post by: Cillaliz on November 23, 2013, 09:02:19 PM
This morning it was only 40 degrees in the laundry room.  I had already put plastic on the window and door so I spent the day trying to seal it up even better.  We'll see if it worked

That's about the high here today. I was not happy. But I'm glad I didn't go to the Panhandle, because that's where Willie Nelson's band's bus had an accident that was said to have been caused by ice. Yuck.

Oh it was only about 15 today outside.  My laundry room is an add on room and it isn't insulated very well. So every year I battle with keeping it warm.  It's also not on the main furnace but has a small heater built into a cabinet.  I'm thinking about checking on getting a better heater out there, but I can't really afford that right now
Title: Re: FINAL DRESS/FIRST PREVIEW
Post by: John G. on November 23, 2013, 09:03:04 PM
This morning it was only 40 degrees in the laundry room.  I had already put plastic on the window and door so I spent the day trying to seal it up even better.  We'll see if it worked

That's about the high here today. I was not happy. But I'm glad I didn't go to the Panhandle, because that's where Willie Nelson's band's bus had an accident that was said to have been caused by ice. Yuck.

Oh it was only about 15 today outside.  My laundry room is an add on room and it isn't insulated very well. So every year I battle with keeping it warm.  It's also not on the main furnace but has a small heater built into a cabinet.  I'm thinking about checking on getting a better heater out there, but I can't really afford that right now
Can the pipes freeze?
Title: Re: FINAL DRESS/FIRST PREVIEW
Post by: John G. on November 23, 2013, 09:03:24 PM
Vibes for VIXMOM!!!

An extra dose.
Title: Re: FINAL DRESS/FIRST PREVIEW
Post by: George on November 23, 2013, 09:03:31 PM
I ate earlier today not knowing that my parents were expecting me for dinner. ::) So, I really didn't eat too much.  When I left after losing at Scrabble, I actually went to a local IHOP and had quesadillas and a layered crepe cake.  It was all pretty good and not too much. :)
Title: Re: FINAL DRESS/FIRST PREVIEW
Post by: Cillaliz on November 23, 2013, 09:06:20 PM
I did order another new watch on sale on Amazon.  Its really cool.  I love watches and decided to wrap it and  stick it under the tree with my name on it and not say anything and then act surprised.  I don't usually have as many gifts to unwrap as the others, which is fine, I don't have kids an grandkids, but I thought it might be fun to just stick a couple under the tree from the cats.
Title: Re: FINAL DRESS/FIRST PREVIEW
Post by: Cillaliz on November 23, 2013, 09:07:32 PM
I ate earlier today not knowing that my parents were expecting me for dinner. ::) So, I really didn't eat too much.  When I left after losing at Scrabble, I actually went to a local IHOP and had quesadillas and a layered crepe cake.  It was all pretty good and not too much. :)

Hope you didn't leave because you lost at Scrabble ;)
Title: Re: FINAL DRESS/FIRST PREVIEW
Post by: Cillaliz on November 23, 2013, 09:08:54 PM
This morning it was only 40 degrees in the laundry room.  I had already put plastic on the window and door so I spent the day trying to seal it up even better.  We'll see if it worked

That's about the high here today. I was not happy. But I'm glad I didn't go to the Panhandle, because that's where Willie Nelson's band's bus had an accident that was said to have been caused by ice. Yuck.

Oh it was only about 15 today outside.  My laundry room is an add on room and it isn't insulated very well. So every year I battle with keeping it warm.  It's also not on the main furnace but has a small heater built into a cabinet.  I'm thinking about checking on getting a better heater out there, but I can't really afford that right now
Can the pipes freeze?

Yes, it's possible, but it hasn't happened since I've been here.
Title: Re: FINAL DRESS/FIRST PREVIEW
Post by: Cillaliz on November 23, 2013, 09:10:04 PM
Is this page 5?
Title: Re: FINAL DRESS/FIRST PREVIEW
Post by: Cillaliz on November 23, 2013, 09:10:17 PM
Whew!   Ok, onward to page 6
Title: Re: FINAL DRESS/FIRST PREVIEW
Post by: John G. on November 23, 2013, 09:10:58 PM
Came home from 6 barbecue meals and am watching two barbecue movies that came in the mail from Netflix today, "Texas Chain Saw Massacre" and the documenary, "Barbecue: A Texas Love Story."
Title: Re: FINAL DRESS/FIRST PREVIEW
Post by: Cillaliz on November 23, 2013, 09:11:02 PM
I'm addicted to Word Battle on Facebook. 
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Post by: John G. on November 23, 2013, 09:11:30 PM
Yee haw! Let's move this!
Title: Re: FINAL DRESS/FIRST PREVIEW
Post by: Cillaliz on November 23, 2013, 09:11:39 PM
John G, I was wondering today if you ever get tired of Barbecue
Title: Re: FINAL DRESS/FIRST PREVIEW
Post by: John G. on November 23, 2013, 09:12:05 PM
I'm addicted to Word Battle on Facebook. 

And that is why I haven't played it yet. Don't need another addiction right now.
Title: Re: FINAL DRESS/FIRST PREVIEW
Post by: Cillaliz on November 23, 2013, 09:12:10 PM
I like barbecue, but I can only eat so much of it
Title: Re: FINAL DRESS/FIRST PREVIEW
Post by: Cillaliz on November 23, 2013, 09:12:31 PM
I really like barbecue chicken, but it's hard to find it around here. 
Title: Re: FINAL DRESS/FIRST PREVIEW
Post by: Cillaliz on November 23, 2013, 09:12:56 PM
Tonight I decided to warm up the kitchen and made an apple pie
Title: Re: FINAL DRESS/FIRST PREVIEW
Post by: Cillaliz on November 23, 2013, 09:13:36 PM
I think maybe it's rested long enough....time to eat a piece of pie!
Title: Re: FINAL DRESS/FIRST PREVIEW
Post by: John G. on November 23, 2013, 09:14:14 PM
I think maybe it's rested long enough....time to eat a piece of pie!

Sounds wonderful.
Title: Re: FINAL DRESS/FIRST PREVIEW
Post by: John G. on November 23, 2013, 09:15:55 PM
I'm surprised at how much I'm not getting tired of barbecue -- except for the last meal of a long day. But the next day I can start all over again.
Title: Re: FINAL DRESS/FIRST PREVIEW
Post by: Cillaliz on November 23, 2013, 09:28:51 PM
That's a good thing JohnG. 
Title: Re: FINAL DRESS/FIRST PREVIEW
Post by: Cillaliz on November 23, 2013, 09:31:14 PM
The pie was good. :)
Title: Re: FINAL DRESS/FIRST PREVIEW
Post by: John G. on November 23, 2013, 09:37:36 PM
Good night, all.
Title: Re: FINAL DRESS/FIRST PREVIEW
Post by: TCB on November 23, 2013, 09:42:08 PM
Just checking my e-mails before passing out.  A friend just sent me this story.

http://www.broadwayworld.com/seattle/article/Tom-Birkeland-Returns-to-Stage-in-Tacomas-ITs-A-WONDERFUL-LIFE-20131123


Title: Re: FINAL DRESS/FIRST PREVIEW
Post by: Cillaliz on November 23, 2013, 09:47:34 PM
Just checking my e-mails before passing out.  A friend just sent me this story.

http://www.broadwayworld.com/seattle/article/Tom-Birkeland-Returns-to-Stage-in-Tacomas-ITs-A-WONDERFUL-LIFE-20131123


Great Story!!
Title: Re: FINAL DRESS/FIRST PREVIEW
Post by: George on November 23, 2013, 09:56:03 PM
Just checking my e-mails before passing out.  A friend just sent me this story.

http://www.broadwayworld.com/seattle/article/Tom-Birkeland-Returns-to-Stage-in-Tacomas-ITs-A-WONDERFUL-LIFE-20131123

Congrats, Tom!!
Title: Re: FINAL DRESS/FIRST PREVIEW
Post by: George on November 23, 2013, 09:57:27 PM
I ate earlier today not knowing that my parents were expecting me for dinner. ::) So, I really didn't eat too much.  When I left after losing at Scrabble, I actually went to a local IHOP and had quesadillas and a layered crepe cake.  It was all pretty good and not too much. :)

Hope you didn't leave because you lost at Scrabble ;)

No...we were all leaving.  But I decided to have the IHOP quesadilla appetizers in honor of today's Topic of the Day.  I didn't know that IHOP had them, but I thought why not?  They're not necessarily my favorite Mexican food, but I do like them.  And these were not too bad.
Title: Re: FINAL DRESS/FIRST PREVIEW
Post by: George on November 23, 2013, 10:47:33 PM
Then I sort of watch the new TV series Atlantis.

It's sort of like the Adventures of Hercules with Kevin Sarbo (sp?)

There was Jason (as in Jason and the Argonauts perhaps?) there was Pythagoras (the triangle guy) and Hercules portrayed as an overweight, boozing, egotistical wannabe hero.

I recorded "Atlantis."
Title: Re: FINAL DRESS/FIRST PREVIEW
Post by: bk on November 23, 2013, 11:45:52 PM
Home from our first preview and a bite to eat after.  Most of the show played very well indeed, and what didn't was not the fault of the show.  I will refrain from details because they will serve no purpose at this time - just some flubs and stuff - hopefully first performance jitters that will be gone tomorrow.