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Title: ART ISN'T EASY
Post by: bk on June 07, 2014, 01:28:55 AM
Well, you've read the notes, the notes weren't easy nor were they art, and now it is time for you to post until the arty, easy cows come home.
Title: Re: ART ISN'T EASY
Post by: bk on June 07, 2014, 01:29:45 AM
And the word of the day is: SPARGE!
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Post by: Michael on June 07, 2014, 04:00:39 AM
good morning to all
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Post by: Michael on June 07, 2014, 04:04:44 AM
tod

trying to think of titles that are not as well known
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Post by: Michael on June 07, 2014, 04:09:53 AM
tod

on the 20th century
annie
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Post by: Michael on June 07, 2014, 04:12:28 AM
Quote from: bk on June 07, 2014, 01:29:45 AM
And the word of the day is: SPARGE!

now on sale for only $149.99

(http://moreflavor-pavinthewaysoftw.netdna-ssl.com/product_image/morebeer/232x170/9876.jpg)
Title: Re: ART ISN'T EASY
Post by: Michael on June 07, 2014, 04:16:37 AM
As Bruce Kimmel's close personal friend Stephen Sondheim once said:

Art isn't easy.
Even if you're smart.
You think it's all put together,
But then something falls apart
Art isn't easy.
Title: Re: ART ISN'T EASY
Post by: Laura on June 07, 2014, 05:37:44 AM
Good morning. I am up early just in case there is a little tap on my front door.
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Post by: Jrand74 on June 07, 2014, 05:48:57 AM
Marge and Anita are bringing fruit.

This sounds like a telegram that might have been sent by Noel Coward or Groucho Marx.
Title: Re: ART ISN'T EASY
Post by: Jrand74 on June 07, 2014, 05:49:33 AM
I enjoyed the notes today.

Also it was a very nice tribute yesterday written by my cast member DR TCB.
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Post by: Jrand74 on June 07, 2014, 05:51:07 AM
Last night was a good performance.  We are selling lots of tickets.  It will probably be my best Box Office performing show in a few seasons.  I have been doing plays, so I don't know how to act with an almost FULL HOUSE.
Title: Re: ART ISN'T EASY
Post by: Jrand74 on June 07, 2014, 05:52:14 AM
TOD:

How to Succeed In Business Without Really Trying
A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum

Hmmmm both of those titles have the same number of syllables AND letters, I never noticed that before.
Title: Re: ART ISN'T EASY
Post by: Ginny on June 07, 2014, 06:05:26 AM
Saturday morning greetings!  I'm running ahead of schedule and taking a little break.  In half an hour I'll heat the oven, start the coffee, and mix the punch.  The ladies are due in 90 minutes.
Title: Re: ART ISN'T EASY
Post by: Ginny on June 07, 2014, 06:06:04 AM
Quote from: Jrand63 on June 07, 2014, 05:48:57 AM
Marge and Anita are bringing fruit.

This sounds like a telegram that might have been sent by Noel Coward or Groucho Marx.

LOL!
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Post by: ChasSmith on June 07, 2014, 06:07:59 AM
Good morning, all.

'Tis a miracle I'm up and at 'em, considering I didn't get home and go to bed till after three in the morning.  I was at a friend's "home theater", spot-checking some things on a couple of films, and then watching a very entertaining movie straight through.  All great stuff.

But I had to be up for a phone call this morning, so here I am.

Coffee!!
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Post by: elmore3003 on June 07, 2014, 06:11:09 AM
Good morning, all! I nodded after I turned off the alarm at 7:15 and it was suddenly 8:30! Who knew?

I have to call my pharmacy for this month's meds, and then make a trip to pick them up. Then, at 3:30, I'm meeting a Facebook friend for a snack at 83rd and Amsterdam.  This will be our first actual meeting, so I hope we don't throttle each other.

And that's my day!
Title: Re: ART ISN'T EASY
Post by: elmore3003 on June 07, 2014, 06:11:30 AM
DR TCB, what a lovely tribute!
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Post by: elmore3003 on June 07, 2014, 06:15:32 AM
"The Ghost of Gershwin" sounds to me like the book and lyrics should be by George and Ira, another new Gershwin jukebox musical with one more insert of "Someone To Watch Over Me."

Who cares if there are a million other Gershwin songs no one knows that might fill the bill? Nope, gotta have "Someone To Watch Over Me." I'm sure it's in whatever new royalty-making scheme the Gershwins are cooking up. I'm surprised Bess didn't sing it in their last Broadway bastardization of "Porgy and Bess!"
Title: Re: ART ISN'T EASY
Post by: elmore3003 on June 07, 2014, 06:17:22 AM
Excuse me, it's now "The Gershwins' Porgy and Bess!"

I guess that's so you know it's not Sigmund Romberg's "Porgy and Bess."  Or Bock and Harnick's.
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Post by: elmore3003 on June 07, 2014, 06:19:20 AM
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ R&R and Good Health Vibes to DRs Jeanne, TCB, vixmom, and all in need! ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
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Post by: elmore3003 on June 07, 2014, 06:19:35 AM
More coffee!
Title: Re: ART ISN'T EASY
Post by: Kerry on June 07, 2014, 06:22:19 AM
Happy Saturday, Folks!!!
Title: Re: ART ISN'T EASY
Post by: singdaw on June 07, 2014, 06:42:11 AM
DR TCB - I so enjoyed reading your very moving words about your friend, Clark.


May you and his family find comfort in cherished memories.
Title: Re: ART ISN'T EASY
Post by: singdaw on June 07, 2014, 06:45:27 AM
bk, this Hollywood Hills home can be had for between 13 and 18 million. Just in case you were looking.


(http://i1282.photobucket.com/albums/a532/singdaw1/LAhome_zpsc371ce28.jpeg)


http://curbed.com/archives/2014/06/06/modern-glass-and-steel-mount-olympus-aerie-asks-18m.php
Title: Re: ART ISN'T EASY
Post by: singdaw on June 07, 2014, 06:49:23 AM
Want to read a brief but fun bit of writing? I enjoyed this hilarious review of Nicole Kidman's latest turkey Grace Kelly bio-pic:
http://goo.gl/16X4ay
Title: Re: ART ISN'T EASY
Post by: elmore3003 on June 07, 2014, 06:55:33 AM
Quote from: singdaw on June 07, 2014, 06:49:23 AM
Want to read a brief but fun bit of writing? I enjoyed this hilarious review of Nicole Kidman's latest turkey Grace Kelly bio-pic:
http://goo.gl/16X4ay

Thank you for this! It made my morning. I laughed, I did not cry!

I'm not a fan of Kidman's anyway; she always looks and acts as if she just smelled a really bad fart.
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Post by: John G. on June 07, 2014, 07:03:26 AM
Good morning, all. 
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Post by: ChasSmith on June 07, 2014, 07:08:08 AM
That review is great!   :)
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Post by: John G. on June 07, 2014, 07:16:00 AM
Tod:

Dreamgirls
A Little Night Music
Once on This Island
Title: Re: ART ISN'T EASY
Post by: John G. on June 07, 2014, 07:23:27 AM
Quote from: elmore3003 on June 07, 2014, 06:55:33 AM
Quote from: singdaw on June 07, 2014, 06:49:23 AM
Want to read a brief but fun bit of writing? I enjoyed this hilarious review of Nicole Kidman's latest turkey Grace Kelly bio-pic:
http://goo.gl/16X4ay

Thank you for this! It made my morning. I laughed, I did not cry!

I'm not a fan of Kidman's anyway; she always looks and acts as if she just smelled a really bad fart.

A joy.
Title: Re: ART ISN'T EASY
Post by: singdaw on June 07, 2014, 07:27:37 AM
Oh, let's just move this along to PAGE 2, shall we?
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Post by: elmore3003 on June 07, 2014, 07:39:25 AM
Pharmacy called. It's about time to make the trek to 68th Street.
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Post by: FJL on June 07, 2014, 07:47:25 AM
Enjoyed your mentioning Skip in the notes, BK!
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Post by: FJL on June 07, 2014, 07:57:16 AM
To the followers of literature here -  have you been keeping up with the work of Karl Ove Knausgaard, whose 6-volume book "My Struggle" seems to have taken Norway and New York by storm?

Here's the review of volume 3.

http://www.nytimes.com/2014/05/28/books/knausgaards-my-struggle-book-three-explores-fearful-past.html

He seems on his way to becoming a J.K. Rowling-size sensation here.


Title: Re: ART ISN'T EASY
Post by: FJL on June 07, 2014, 08:15:48 AM
Page 2 Pointer Sisters "HEY YOU!" dance  (a/k/a "Hey You!  Tell Me What's been Going On")

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RgZeHfPRhXE
Title: Re: ART ISN'T EASY
Post by: singdaw on June 07, 2014, 08:34:30 AM
I had not heard about Knausgaard, DR FJL.  Very interesting.  Thanks for sharing this.
Title: Re: ART ISN'T EASY
Post by: bk on June 07, 2014, 09:10:20 AM
And I'm sure some sheik will buy it at that price.  I, for one, would never buy anything with that much open glass - not for that price or any other price.
Title: Re: ART ISN'T EASY
Post by: bk on June 07, 2014, 09:10:49 AM
I've been up since six.  I really need sleep and just have too much on my mind, I guess.  I stayed in bed until nine.
Title: Re: ART ISN'T EASY
Post by: Jane on June 07, 2014, 09:53:25 AM
From DR Ginny:
Quote
We will also be celebrating the 26th anniversary of our move into this house.

Wow, that is wonderful.  The longest Keith and I have lived anywhere, including our childhood homes, is in this house.
Title: Re: ART ISN'T EASY
Post by: Jane on June 07, 2014, 09:58:23 AM
DR TCB I enjoyed your "rambling" about Clark.  You brought him to life for us.
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Post by: Jrand74 on June 07, 2014, 10:00:32 AM
That's a nice review.....for somebody ELSE to get!
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Post by: Jrand74 on June 07, 2014, 10:02:21 AM
In my mailbox today.....a brand spanking new copy of TWO ROAD un chanson du Richard M. Sherman & Bruce Kimmel ..... autographed by both gentlemen.

Most wonderful.....and such fun to have.  I may take it to rehearsal with me and see how popular it becomes with the populace.
Title: Re: ART ISN'T EASY
Post by: Jane on June 07, 2014, 10:05:55 AM
New DR lechienfou, please stop in more often.
Title: Re: ART ISN'T EASY
Post by: Jane on June 07, 2014, 10:07:18 AM
Quote from: Laura on June 07, 2014, 05:37:44 AM
Good morning. I am up early just in case there is a little tap on my front door.

:)  Was there a little tap?
Title: Re: ART ISN'T EASY
Post by: Jane on June 07, 2014, 10:09:46 AM
Quote from: elmore3003 on June 07, 2014, 07:39:25 AM
Pharmacy called. It's about time to make the trek to 68th Street.

They call when your meds are ready‽


Are you feeling better today?
Title: Re: ART ISN'T EASY
Post by: Jane on June 07, 2014, 10:12:07 AM
Quote from: bk on June 07, 2014, 09:10:20 AM
I, for one, would never buy anything with that much open glass - not for that price or any other price.

Are you concerned it isn't earthquake proof or is it the lack of privacy that bothers you ;)
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Post by: ChasSmith on June 07, 2014, 10:13:25 AM
Quote from: Jane on June 07, 2014, 10:05:55 AM
New DR lechienfou, please stop in more often.

Yes, DR lechienfou@sbcglobal.net, I meant to say that, too, when I saw last night's post.
Title: Re: ART ISN'T EASY
Post by: elmore3003 on June 07, 2014, 10:17:05 AM
This is sad news:
http://www.chicagotribune.com/news/chi-tracy-morgan-car-crash-20140607,0,1945423.story
Title: Re: ART ISN'T EASY
Post by: Jane on June 07, 2014, 10:49:11 AM
MEGA VIBES FOR TRACY MORGAN!  I'm not familiar with his work but I do wish him well.
Title: Re: ART ISN'T EASY
Post by: elmore3003 on June 07, 2014, 11:04:38 AM
Quote from: Jane on June 07, 2014, 10:09:46 AM
Quote from: elmore3003 on June 07, 2014, 07:39:25 AM
Pharmacy called. It's about time to make the trek to 68th Street.

They call when your meds are ready‽


Are you feeling better today?

No. They do not call. When I called it in, I told them i would be there in a couple of hours.

It's status quo. I'm also neurotic as hell but I feel as though I have to learn to walk again in my career since I spent 12 years working for foundations and no one knows me.  It's not easy and I'm too damned old.
Title: Re: ART ISN'T EASY
Post by: Ginny on June 07, 2014, 11:12:01 AM
The AAUW Middletown board transition brunch is history and the Mimosa Punch was a huge hit.  During the business meeting, I only had to assert once that they were welcome to impeach me.

Micro managers  :P
Title: Re: ART ISN'T EASY
Post by: singdaw on June 07, 2014, 11:20:28 AM
Back from a long visit with the vet this morning. They had no available appointments, but they squeezed us in. Poor DD Zach had stuff coming out of both ends this morning - had never had that problem before.


They couldn't find anything blatantly wrong, including x-rays, so that's good. We now have meds, and we're scaling him back to bland food for a bit. He's almost 14 - very old for a big dog - and has made it thus far with no medical issues to speak of.
Title: Re: ART ISN'T EASY
Post by: singdaw on June 07, 2014, 11:20:59 AM
I'd drink a glass of mimosa punch!!      :D
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Post by: singdaw on June 07, 2014, 11:21:51 AM
My copy of TWO ROADS also arrived in today's mail.   Love it!!!!       :)    :)
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Post by: Ginny on June 07, 2014, 11:24:14 AM
Quote from: singdaw on June 07, 2014, 11:20:59 AM
I'd drink a glass of mimosa punch!!      :D

There's plenty left over, DR Singdaw - c'mon over for a "tall cool one!"
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Post by: singdaw on June 07, 2014, 11:31:34 AM
 :-*
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Post by: ryacko on June 07, 2014, 11:44:47 AM
Greetings, all, and Happy Saturday,

BK, I'd heard a few things about the musical you mentioned seeing last night. They even called me to replace, but I passed. It was good to hear your first hand report. I just hope they get the necessary changes in there when they can. I've been involved with many readings of new musicals, and as you point out so clearly, very few seem to get them even near right.

A recent reading I did, which was shaky at best, is now asking for re-read. And since the book writer lost her collaborator and my role was severely under-written (fine by me in this case), she's sent me the revisions and asked me for feedback on the new scenes. The tough part is, there was already so much wrong with the setup, I don't know where to start.

And, BK, it's especially true with what you said about stakes. There are none in this story. She created an immortal who is described as unpredictable and lightning tempered. Then she has him chasing a girl for over a century (hello urgency?) and making absolutely no progress without any apparent obstacle of any kind. And his song in the first act is okay for set-up, but the second act song is the very same song from the first with new lyrics, but moves him not one inch forward, emotionally or in the action. Suddenly, Batman becomes Rick Moranis (and I know that's not what she meant it to be).

Tough part is, I know I'm going to have to tell her this in some kind fashion. Calgon take me away.  :D

And don't get me started on a casting shock I had this morning. In the words of BK - Oy and Vey and Vey and Oy.   ???
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Post by: ChasSmith on June 07, 2014, 11:57:10 AM
My copy arrived, too!!

(Which is great to report, after a recent CD that took a few long side trips before making its way home to Papa.)    :)

The envelope protected it perfectly, and the Mail Lady was kind enough to not force it into the mailbox.  As with occasional oversized packages, she put it into a plastic bag and tied that onto the box.
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Post by: ChasSmith on June 07, 2014, 11:58:49 AM
Excellent sheet music, too.  Great cover, enough pages to properly portray the song, etc.  Great job all around.
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Post by: singdaw on June 07, 2014, 12:09:00 PM
Tony Award preparations at Radio City Music Hall. DR Jrand63, get your speech ready!     :)


(http://i1282.photobucket.com/albums/a532/singdaw1/tonyprep_zps441acf1a.jpg)
Title: Re: ART ISN'T EASY
Post by: ChasSmith on June 07, 2014, 12:12:23 PM
Quote from: singdaw on June 07, 2014, 12:09:00 PM
Tony Award preparations at Radio City Music Hall. DR Jrand63, get your speech ready!     :)


(http://i1282.photobucket.com/albums/a532/singdaw1/tonyprep_zps441acf1a.jpg)

(BOTH of them!!)     :D
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Post by: ChasSmith on June 07, 2014, 12:15:13 PM
You know.  Just in case.  But we're sure you won't need the alternate one!   :)
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Post by: Jrand74 on June 07, 2014, 12:23:48 PM
Both have been ready since 1985.
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Post by: Ginny on June 07, 2014, 12:24:43 PM
Not only was the punch tasty, it was very pretty:

(https://scontent-b.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xpa1/t1.0-9/10435939_10152449493130049_6634150319977952043_n.jpg)
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Post by: Jrand74 on June 07, 2014, 12:25:45 PM
I am now off to work in the Box Office for a couple of hours.  I always reserve the best seats available, but there are some people who think we are keeping secret better seats until the last minute and don't want them to have good seats.....

I do not understand why they would think that.....I always say I will give them the best available....but they argue and want a seat that is already reserved/sold or belongs to a Season Ticket Subscriber......
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Post by: FJL on June 07, 2014, 12:31:55 PM
Jrand -


Break more legs, so great to hear how well everything is going!
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Post by: FJL on June 07, 2014, 12:33:37 PM
So great that you're in demand with people fighting for seats.
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Post by: FJL on June 07, 2014, 12:36:14 PM
Well, not really fighting, but at least arguing vociferously




Title: Re: ART ISN'T EASY
Post by: Ginny on June 07, 2014, 01:50:10 PM
Quote from: Jane on June 07, 2014, 09:53:25 AM
From DR Ginny:
Quote
We will also be celebrating the 26th anniversary of our move into this house.

Wow, that is wonderful.  The longest Keith and I have lived anywhere, including our childhood homes, is in this house.

Yes, DR Jane, it is wonderful, but you sure can accumulate a lot of junk in 26 years!  We are pitching, donating, and re-purposing right and left these days.
Title: Re: ART ISN'T EASY
Post by: Jane on June 07, 2014, 02:10:44 PM
Quote from: singdaw on June 07, 2014, 11:20:28 AM
Back from a long visit with the vet this morning. They had no available appointments, but they squeezed us in. Poor DD Zach had stuff coming out of both ends this morning - had never had that problem before.


They couldn't find anything blatantly wrong, including x-rays, so that's good. We now have meds, and we're scaling him back to bland food for a bit. He's almost 14 - very old for a big dog - and has made it thus far with no medical issues to speak of.

Poor Zach.  Did you double check there aren't any pieces of toys, socks, etc missing?  They don't always show up on x-rays.

BE WELL VIBES FOR DD ZACH!!!!!
Title: Re: ART ISN'T EASY
Post by: Jane on June 07, 2014, 02:20:44 PM
Quote from: Ginny on June 07, 2014, 12:24:43 PM
Not only was the punch tasty, it was very pretty:

(https://scontent-b.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xpa1/t1.0-9/10435939_10152449493130049_6634150319977952043_n.jpg)


It is pretty.
Title: Re: ART ISN'T EASY
Post by: Jane on June 07, 2014, 02:21:32 PM
Quote from: FJL on June 07, 2014, 12:33:37 PM
So great that you're in demand with people fighting for seats.

:)
Title: Re: ART ISN'T EASY
Post by: Jane on June 07, 2014, 02:22:55 PM
Quote from: Ginny on June 07, 2014, 01:50:10 PM
Quote from: Jane on June 07, 2014, 09:53:25 AM
From DR Ginny:
Quote
We will also be celebrating the 26th anniversary of our move into this house.

Wow, that is wonderful.  The longest Keith and I have lived anywhere, including our childhood homes, is in this house.

Yes, DR Jane, it is wonderful, but you sure can accumulate a lot of junk in 26 years!  We are pitching, donating, and re-purposing right and left these days.

I need to do so.   Moving is when I clean out.  I really need to move to force me to do it ;D  I did get rid of clothes that were in the guest closet when Craig moved home.
Title: Re: ART ISN'T EASY
Post by: Ginny on June 07, 2014, 02:28:27 PM
Rob & Mary Linda's move into our upstairs next month is forcing us to do some things we should have done a long time ago.
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Post by: FJL on June 07, 2014, 02:37:58 PM
Vibes for Zach that all is OK.
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Post by: Ginny on June 07, 2014, 02:56:21 PM
Quote from: FJL on June 07, 2014, 02:37:58 PM
Vibes for Zach that all is OK.

Ditto!
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Post by: singdaw on June 07, 2014, 03:23:01 PM
Thanks, everyone, for the dog vibes!  Things do indeed seem to have calmed down since this morning.
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Post by: singdaw on June 07, 2014, 03:24:03 PM
We are watching Dustin Hoffman's film Quartet, but we will have to break off to attend a dinner date with a friend.
Title: Re: ART ISN'T EASY
Post by: Jane on June 07, 2014, 04:36:43 PM
Quote from: singdaw on June 07, 2014, 03:23:01 PM
Thanks, everyone, for the dog vibes!  Things do indeed seem to have calmed down since this morning.

Good!!!  Please give us an update tomorrow.
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Post by: KevinH on June 07, 2014, 04:39:03 PM
Good evening!
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Post by: KevinH on June 07, 2014, 04:40:24 PM
Vibes for DD Zach!
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Post by: John G. on June 07, 2014, 04:50:44 PM
I could use some of that punch now, Ginny. Nice and cold.
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Post by: John G. on June 07, 2014, 04:51:10 PM
(https://scontent-b.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xpf1/t1.0-9/10453450_10201802068644335_869802546624035673_n.jpg)

Here I am waiting before the graduation.
Title: Re: ART ISN'T EASY
Post by: Ginny on June 07, 2014, 04:55:32 PM
Quote from: John G. on June 07, 2014, 04:50:44 PM
I could use some of that punch now, Ginny. Nice and cold.

We still have plenty - We'll toast your graduation!
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Post by: John G. on June 07, 2014, 05:13:50 PM
Quote from: ChasSmith on June 07, 2014, 11:58:49 AM
Excellent sheet music, too.  Great cover, enough pages to properly portray the song, etc.  Great job all around.

Mine should be there when I get home from vacation. I hope it's not folded, spindled or mutilated.
Title: Re: ART ISN'T EASY
Post by: Jane on June 07, 2014, 05:28:42 PM
Quote from: John G. on June 07, 2014, 04:51:10 PM
(https://scontent-b.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xpf1/t1.0-9/10453450_10201802068644335_869802546624035673_n.jpg)

Here I am waiting before the graduation.

It looks like you are very glad you went :)

Do you plan to do anything with your degree?
Title: Re: ART ISN'T EASY
Post by: bk on June 07, 2014, 05:57:48 PM
What a completely wacko day. At ten I go back into bed and slept two more hours.
Title: Re: ART ISN'T EASY
Post by: bk on June 07, 2014, 05:58:27 PM
Then I got up and was still too damn tired.
Title: Re: ART ISN'T EASY
Post by: bk on June 07, 2014, 05:59:22 PM
Then I got all the sheet music and got it to the singers so way ahead on that front.
Title: Re: ART ISN'T EASY
Post by: bk on June 07, 2014, 06:01:26 PM
Then I started a movie, then got ready for dinner. Began driving around five fifteen which was plenty of time to get there by five forty five.
Title: Re: ART ISN'T EASY
Post by: bk on June 07, 2014, 06:02:49 PM
Halfway there I realized that I was an hour ahead for our six forty five reservation. Senile much?
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Post by: bk on June 07, 2014, 06:03:36 PM
I did get free street parking though so that's good.
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Post by: bk on June 07, 2014, 06:04:11 PM
So here I'll sit for forty five minutes
Title: Re: ART ISN'T EASY
Post by: Jennifer on June 07, 2014, 06:04:13 PM
I felt so bad for my niece today.  They both get bitten by mosquitoes so easily.  The younger one got 5 really bad ones while i was watching her.  I don't know why but i never get bitten.  Does anyone know of any natural remedies i could try (something i might have at home).
Title: Re: ART ISN'T EASY
Post by: Jennifer on June 07, 2014, 06:06:01 PM
Went swimming for the first time this season. My nieces' pool only opens next weekend. But all the pools in my area are free this weekend and next. They one near me is always very cold.So we tried a new one. But it was freezing too.  My little niece didn't like it. But my older niece and I went swimming for around 2 1/2 hours. I will probably be sore tomorrow.

The temps this weekend have been sunny and 80s. Very nice.
Title: Re: ART ISN'T EASY
Post by: KevinH on June 07, 2014, 06:16:26 PM
Watching Suze Orman. 
Title: Re: ART ISN'T EASY
Post by: ChasSmith on June 07, 2014, 06:19:06 PM
Relaxing after two hours at a visiting carnival.
Title: Re: ART ISN'T EASY
Post by: KevinH on June 07, 2014, 06:29:51 PM
Quote from: John G. on June 07, 2014, 04:51:10 PM
(https://scontent-b.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xpf1/t1.0-9/10453450_10201802068644335_869802546624035673_n.jpg)

Here I am waiting before the graduation.






Looking good, DR JohnG!  Congratulations!
Title: Re: ART ISN'T EASY
Post by: elmore3003 on June 07, 2014, 06:40:07 PM
Quote from: singdaw on June 07, 2014, 03:24:03 PM
We are watching Dustin Hoffman's film Quartet, but we will have to break off to attend a dinner date with a friend.

I loved this film! My opera friend Diana Montague said she did not believe Maggie Smith as a retired opera singer for a moment; she held her head wrong. I wouldn't know.
Title: Re: ART ISN'T EASY
Post by: elmore3003 on June 07, 2014, 06:43:45 PM
DR John G, what a great photo! How did the ceremony go?
Title: Re: ART ISN'T EASY
Post by: elmore3003 on June 07, 2014, 06:53:48 PM
I met my Facebook friend Richard at Fred's on 83rd and Amsterdam, and five hours later we stopped talking and went our different directions. It was a lot of fun.
Title: Re: ART ISN'T EASY
Post by: Jane on June 07, 2014, 06:55:54 PM
Quote from: Jennifer on June 07, 2014, 06:04:13 PM
I felt so bad for my niece today.  They both get bitten by mosquitoes so easily.  The younger one got 5 really bad ones while i was watching her.  I don't know why but i never get bitten.  Does anyone know of any natural remedies i could try (something i might have at home).

Nothing that has worked for me.  Try googling it, there are plenty out there.

I keep Benadryl spray to use right away.  I know people who say the best thing to use after any bite is a paste made from meat tenderizer.
Title: Re: ART ISN'T EASY
Post by: Jane on June 07, 2014, 06:56:50 PM
Quote from: elmore3003 on June 07, 2014, 06:53:48 PM
I met my Facebook friend Richard at Fred's on 83rd and Amsterdam, and five hours later we stopped talking and went our different directions. It was a lot of fun.

:) :)
Title: Re: ART ISN'T EASY
Post by: FJL on June 07, 2014, 07:00:57 PM
Great photo, John G!
Title: Re: ART ISN'T EASY
Post by: FJL on June 07, 2014, 07:01:31 PM
Really nice Facebook friend report from elmore!
Title: Re: ART ISN'T EASY
Post by: John G. on June 07, 2014, 07:23:26 PM
Ceremony was OK. Taped "Pomp and Circumstance." Short speeches that said little ("Be a lifelong learner."). The reading of 240 or so names as we walked across the stage. Those of with a masters got our school shawl in the new school colors of orange and black plus a graduation medal. Diploma will be mailed. Then there were a pleasant reception afterward, which was basically a meal served on small plates.

I find it funny that I traveled from Texas to upstate New York for brisket. But it wasn't bad. It wasn't barbecue, though.

Thank you all for the good wishes.

Jane, I don't know if I'll do anything differently because I have the degree other than use the information I learned in future work and life.
Title: Re: ART ISN'T EASY
Post by: John G. on June 07, 2014, 07:24:23 PM
I did receive a Facebook advertisement from an online university offering doctorates ...

I don't have the stamina for that right now.
Title: Re: ART ISN'T EASY
Post by: TCB on June 07, 2014, 07:24:54 PM
COLLABRO has won Britain's Got Talent 2014!
Title: Re: ART ISN'T EASY
Post by: TCB on June 07, 2014, 07:26:57 PM
BK, would you not consider "Twin Soliloquies" the I Want Song?
Title: Re: ART ISN'T EASY
Post by: TCB on June 07, 2014, 07:29:33 PM
Quote from: singdaw on June 07, 2014, 06:45:27 AM
bk, this Hollywood Hills home can be had for between 13 and 18 million. Just in case you were looking.


(http://i1282.photobucket.com/albums/a532/singdaw1/LAhome_zpsc371ce28.jpeg)


http://curbed.com/archives/2014/06/06/modern-glass-and-steel-mount-olympus-aerie-asks-18m.php


I may buy that with tonight's LOTTO winnings!



Title: Re: ART ISN'T EASY
Post by: TCB on June 07, 2014, 07:31:14 PM
Thank you to those who commneted on my tribute to Clark.  I just thought it was important that people know a little bit about Clark.  He was a wonderful man.
Title: Re: ART ISN'T EASY
Post by: John G. on June 07, 2014, 07:39:08 PM
Quote from: TCB on June 07, 2014, 07:29:33 PM
Quote from: singdaw on June 07, 2014, 06:45:27 AM
bk, this Hollywood Hills home can be had for between 13 and 18 million. Just in case you were looking.


(http://i1282.photobucket.com/albums/a532/singdaw1/LAhome_zpsc371ce28.jpeg)


http://curbed.com/archives/2014/06/06/modern-glass-and-steel-mount-olympus-aerie-asks-18m.php


I may buy that with tonikght's LOTTO winnings!

Wow.
Title: Re: ART ISN'T EASY
Post by: John G. on June 07, 2014, 07:39:32 PM
Quote from: TCB on June 07, 2014, 07:31:14 PM
Thank you to those who commneted on my tribute to Clark.  I just thought it was important that people know a little bit about Clark.  He was a wonderful man.

It was a wonderful tribute.
Title: Re: ART ISN'T EASY
Post by: Laura on June 07, 2014, 07:59:46 PM
Quote from: Jane on June 07, 2014, 10:07:18 AM
Quote from: Laura on June 07, 2014, 05:37:44 AM
Good morning. I am up early just in case there is a little tap on my front door.

:)  Was there a little tap?

There was indeed. We went to the arboretum. Then in the afternoon DR Sandra and I saw The Gershwin's Porgy and Bess. I hear it is one of Elmore's favorites.
Title: Re: ART ISN'T EASY
Post by: Laura on June 07, 2014, 08:04:44 PM
Quote from: elmore3003 on June 07, 2014, 06:53:48 PM
I met my Facebook friend Richard at Fred's on 83rd and Amsterdam, and five hours later we stopped talking and went our different directions. It was a lot of fun.

That's how it was when I met DR Kerry. We talked for hours.
Title: Re: ART ISN'T EASY
Post by: vixmom on June 07, 2014, 08:14:40 PM
Ladies and Gentleman  I proudly present the Winner of the Best Decorated Table at tonight's Inaugural International Dinner at  our church

(http://i238.photobucket.com/albums/ff302/HHWgroup/Ascensioninternationaldinner011_zpsd27c257e.jpg) (http://s238.photobucket.com/user/HHWgroup/media/Ascensioninternationaldinner011_zpsd27c257e.jpg.html)
Title: Re: ART ISN'T EASY
Post by: vixmom on June 07, 2014, 08:15:43 PM
A little closer look

(http://i238.photobucket.com/albums/ff302/HHWgroup/Ascensioninternationaldinner004_zps3197cfec.jpg) (http://s238.photobucket.com/user/HHWgroup/media/Ascensioninternationaldinner004_zps3197cfec.jpg.html)
Title: Re: ART ISN'T EASY
Post by: vixmom on June 07, 2014, 08:19:11 PM
Three of her friends came to help

Her menu was shepherd's pie,(with HP sauce in case anyone wanted some)  fish and chips (with Sarson's malt vinegar) and a trifle (made with Bird's custard)

You can't see from this angle but those flaps on the side  were shingled roof eaves.
Title: Re: ART ISN'T EASY
Post by: vixmom on June 07, 2014, 08:20:53 PM
and the  grand winner for best  meal....

(http://i238.photobucket.com/albums/ff302/HHWgroup/Ascensioninternationaldinner012_zpsfaa595de.jpg) (http://s238.photobucket.com/user/HHWgroup/media/Ascensioninternationaldinner012_zpsfaa595de.jpg.html)

I made Hungarian goulash and that cake recipe I posted here the other day
Title: Re: ART ISN'T EASY
Post by: vixmom on June 07, 2014, 08:24:41 PM
that cake was terribly difficult for me --- I am more of a food assembler than an actual cook  but let me just say the person who wrote  "15 minutes prep 1 hour cook"  was a BALD FACED LIAR!!!

Title: Re: ART ISN'T EASY
Post by: John G. on June 07, 2014, 08:29:30 PM
Congratulations, Vixmom!
Title: Re: ART ISN'T EASY
Post by: John G. on June 07, 2014, 08:29:43 PM
Five!
Title: Re: ART ISN'T EASY
Post by: John G. on June 07, 2014, 08:29:50 PM
Good night, all.
Title: Re: ART ISN'T EASY
Post by: vixmom on June 07, 2014, 08:32:33 PM
the cake was really good and everyone loved the story that went with it..

Rigo Jancsi was a famous Hungarian gypsy violinist. In 1896 while in Paris, Jancsi played for Prince Josef and Princess Klara. Fascinated by his swarthy good looks, she fell in love. Klara left her husband and children to follow Jancsi who divorced his wife. The affair didn't last but the cake Rigo created with a confectioner in Klara's honor did - Sutemeny Rigo Jancsi. It remains a favorite Hungarian sweet.

I would recite the above and then end  it with " This is a typical Hungarian love story, two ruined marriages, a disastrous illicit love affair,  but all ends happily with rum and chocolate" 

:)
 
Title: Re: ART ISN'T EASY
Post by: vixmom on June 07, 2014, 08:39:03 PM
I got up at 7:30 and went to the grocery store to pick up a few last minute things  then came home and cut up 8lbs  of meat into inch  cubes... (about half the size I normally would  at home  but since everyone  would be grazing  across 16  tables I wanted to keep the portions small)   I made a marinade of dry red wine, minced garlic and beef broth and then popped it back in the  fridge
Title: Re: ART ISN'T EASY
Post by: vixmom on June 07, 2014, 08:40:22 PM
I made breakfast for Vixdad then headed out to the restaurant supply place to pick up two new jelly roll pans and cooling racks then off to church
Title: Re: ART ISN'T EASY
Post by: vixmom on June 07, 2014, 08:42:50 PM
My kitchen is not conducive to big cooking projects  and the Pastor very kindly allowed  me use of the church kitchen...

I ended up being there from  11 AM  until 10 tonight  I am bushed!


Title: Re: ART ISN'T EASY
Post by: vixmom on June 07, 2014, 08:45:04 PM
The Vixter is still there.  As the church Sexton she has the unenviable task  of being sure everything is presentable for   Pentacost service tomorrow
Title: Re: ART ISN'T EASY
Post by: TCB on June 07, 2014, 08:46:53 PM
Quote from: John G. on June 07, 2014, 04:51:10 PM
(https://scontent-b.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xpf1/t1.0-9/10453450_10201802068644335_869802546624035673_n.jpg)

Here I am waiting before the graduation.


Congratulations!
Title: Re: ART ISN'T EASY
Post by: vixmom on June 07, 2014, 08:50:55 PM
Tom,  I read your lovely description of your friend, I am  not only sorry for your loss  but kinda jealous I never  got to meet  him
Title: Re: ART ISN'T EASY
Post by: vixmom on June 07, 2014, 08:52:24 PM
Quote from: TCB on June 07, 2014, 08:46:53 PM
Quote from: John G. on June 07, 2014, 04:51:10 PM
(https://scontent-b.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xpf1/t1.0-9/10453450_10201802068644335_869802546624035673_n.jpg)

Here I am waiting before the graduation.


Congratulations!


Yes, here I am blabbing on  and on about myself  Congratulatiosn John G!  I am so glad you were able to make the trip and walk the walk!!
Title: Re: ART ISN'T EASY
Post by: singdaw on June 07, 2014, 08:55:05 PM
Love DR John G.'s graduation photo. CONGRATULATIONS!!!!!!!!
Title: Re: ART ISN'T EASY
Post by: singdaw on June 07, 2014, 08:55:52 PM
DR Vixmom - looks like International night was fun and also a great success!      :)
Title: Re: ART ISN'T EASY
Post by: singdaw on June 07, 2014, 08:56:26 PM
Thanks again for everyone who offered vibes for Zach the dog!  He seems to be doing OK right now.
Title: Re: ART ISN'T EASY
Post by: vixmom on June 07, 2014, 09:15:25 PM
I ma soory  I messed teh vibes givcing  but iam glad he is feelingf better
Title: Re: ART ISN'T EASY
Post by: TCB on June 07, 2014, 09:16:15 PM
Quote from: John G. on June 07, 2014, 07:39:32 PM
Quote from: TCB on June 07, 2014, 07:31:14 PM
Thank you to those who commneted on my tribute to Clark.  I just thought it was important that people know a little bit about Clark.  He was a wonderful man.

It was a wonderful tribute.

Thanks, John.
Title: Re: ART ISN'T EASY
Post by: vixmom on June 07, 2014, 09:31:16 PM
sorry  so exhausted  msut go tp sleep    goodnight and good vibes to all
Title: Re: ART ISN'T EASY
Post by: TCB on June 07, 2014, 09:55:34 PM
Quote from: vixmom on June 07, 2014, 08:50:55 PM
Tom,  I read your lovely description of your friend, I am  not only sorry for your loss  but kinda jealous I never  got to meet  him

Thank you, Debby.
Title: Re: ART ISN'T EASY
Post by: TCB on June 07, 2014, 10:03:29 PM
Quote from: singdaw on June 07, 2014, 08:56:26 PM
Thanks again for everyone who offered vibes for Zach the dog!  He seems to be doing OK right now.



Continued health vibes to Zach the dog!
Title: Re: ART ISN'T EASY
Post by: bk on June 07, 2014, 11:06:20 PM
Had an amazing Ruth's Chris dinner - New York steak in sizzling butter, a little lobster mac-and-cheese, a little lyonnaise potatoes and a salad, topped off with a few bites of some chocolate exploding thing.  I actually wasn't that full when it was going down, but as soon as I got up from the table I thought I was going to explode like the chocolate exploding thing.
Title: Re: ART ISN'T EASY
Post by: George on June 07, 2014, 11:46:27 PM
I've been home almost all day.  Yesterday, I got a text from Shelly, the property manager of my condo complex, asking if anyone would be willing to help with getting the pool ready for opening.  I said that I could help put together the tables that she also asked about.  She bought lunch and we put them together.  The instructions were fairly easy to understand, but it took the two of us. 
Title: Re: ART ISN'T EASY
Post by: George on June 07, 2014, 11:47:00 PM
I came home afterward (about 3:00 pm) and was going to read, but I fell asleep until about 8:00 pm.
Title: Re: ART ISN'T EASY
Post by: George on June 08, 2014, 12:01:23 AM
I've just been watching TV, ketchuping on posts, surfing the net, feeding my cat, etc.
Title: Re: ART ISN'T EASY
Post by: George on June 08, 2014, 12:02:22 AM
Tomorrow, I have to work concessions, but I have to be there by 11:00 am and my shift is scheduled to end by 3:00 or so, so I'll definitely be back in time for THE TONY AWARDS!! :D
Title: Re: ART ISN'T EASY
Post by: George on June 08, 2014, 12:03:32 AM
Quote from: Jrand63 on June 07, 2014, 05:51:07 AM
Last night was a good performance.  We are selling lots of tickets.  It will probably be my best Box Office performing show in a few seasons.  I have been doing plays, so I don't know how to act with an almost FULL HOUSE.

Great new, Jack!  Hope it continues for you!
Title: Re: ART ISN'T EASY
Post by: George on June 08, 2014, 12:04:06 AM
A local PBS station was showing a "Red Dwarf" marathon tonight and in one of the earlier episodes, Craig Ferguson was a guest.  Who new?

;)
Title: Re: ART ISN'T EASY
Post by: George on June 08, 2014, 12:04:14 AM
Just had to share.
Title: Re: ART ISN'T EASY
Post by: George on June 08, 2014, 12:04:31 AM
Quote from: elmore3003 on June 07, 2014, 06:17:22 AM
Excuse me, it's now "The Gershwins' Porgy and Bess!"

I guess that's so you know it's not Sigmund Romberg's "Porgy and Bess."  Or Bock and Harnick's.

Or "DuBose Heyword's Porgy and Bess".

;)
Title: Re: ART ISN'T EASY
Post by: George on June 08, 2014, 12:04:59 AM
Quote from: singdaw on June 07, 2014, 06:49:23 AM
Want to read a brief but fun bit of writing? I enjoyed this hilarious review of Nicole Kidman's latest turkey Grace Kelly bio-pic:
http://goo.gl/16X4ay (http://goo.gl/16X4ay)

That was a good one...review, that is.
Title: Re: ART ISN'T EASY
Post by: George on June 08, 2014, 12:05:10 AM
And since we're so close...
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Post by: George on June 08, 2014, 12:07:59 AM
PAGE SIX RED DWARF DANCE!!

(http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/en/0/0c/Terrorform_%28Red_Dwarf%29.jpg)
Title: Re: ART ISN'T EASY
Post by: George on June 08, 2014, 12:12:24 AM
Quote from: Jrand63 on June 07, 2014, 10:02:21 AM
In my mailbox today.....a brand spanking new copy of TWO ROAD un chanson du Richard M. Sherman & Bruce Kimmel ..... autographed by both gentlemen.

Most wonderful.....and such fun to have.  I may take it to rehearsal with me and see how popular it becomes with the populace.

Nice!  I had my copy sent to my work, so I won't get it until Monday or Tuesday. 
Title: Re: ART ISN'T EASY
Post by: George on June 08, 2014, 12:12:40 AM
Quote from: Jane on June 07, 2014, 10:05:55 AM
New DR lechienfou, please stop in more often.

I think DR lechienfou's name changed...not that there's anything wrong with that. ::)

;)
Title: Re: ART ISN'T EASY
Post by: George on June 08, 2014, 12:16:34 AM
Quote from: Jane on June 07, 2014, 10:12:07 AM
Quote from: bk on June 07, 2014, 09:10:20 AM
I, for one, would never buy anything with that much open glass - not for that price or any other price.

Are you concerned it isn't earthquake proof or is it the lack of privacy that bothers you ;)

Neither...would you want to clean that much glass??
Title: Re: ART ISN'T EASY
Post by: George on June 08, 2014, 12:17:19 AM
Quote from: singdaw on June 07, 2014, 11:20:28 AM
Back from a long visit with the vet this morning. They had no available appointments, but they squeezed us in. Poor DD Zach had stuff coming out of both ends this morning - had never had that problem before.


They couldn't find anything blatantly wrong, including x-rays, so that's good. We now have meds, and we're scaling him back to bland food for a bit. He's almost 14 - very old for a big dog - and has made it thus far with no medical issues to speak of.

~~~Quick Recovery Vibes for DD Zach!!~~~
Title: Re: ART ISN'T EASY
Post by: George on June 08, 2014, 12:17:33 AM
Quote from: John G. on June 07, 2014, 04:51:10 PM
(https://scontent-b.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xpf1/t1.0-9/10453450_10201802068644335_869802546624035673_n.jpg)

Here I am waiting before the graduation.

Congrats, John!  That's a great picture!
Title: Re: ART ISN'T EASY
Post by: George on June 08, 2014, 12:25:14 AM
Topic of the Day:

1776
The Brain From Planet X
Dreamgirls
Follies
Gypsy
Once On This Island
The Rocky Horror Show
Sunday in the Park with George