Haines His Way

Haines His Way => Daily Discussions => Topic started by: bk on January 11, 2017, 01:19:13 AM

Title: CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE TUESDAY KIND
Post by: bk on January 11, 2017, 01:19:13 AM
Well, you've read the notes, the notes had some close encounters, and now it it time for you to post until the close cows come home.
Title: Re: CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE TUESDAY KIND
Post by: bk on January 11, 2017, 01:20:07 AM
And the word of the day is: GAMBOL!
Title: Re: CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE TUESDAY KIND
Post by: FJL on January 11, 2017, 02:30:05 AM
Really?   First after BK!
Title: Re: CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE TUESDAY KIND
Post by: FJL on January 11, 2017, 02:30:30 AM
That hasn't happened in ages, or at least a long time.
Title: Re: CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE TUESDAY KIND
Post by: Michael on January 11, 2017, 04:53:44 AM
Good morning to all
Title: Re: CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE TUESDAY KIND
Post by: Michael on January 11, 2017, 04:54:31 AM
ASK bK

Have you thought about doing an Indiegogo to do more Out Of The Box episodes?
Title: Re: CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE TUESDAY KIND
Post by: vixmom on January 11, 2017, 05:08:28 AM
W a cure having a hat wave !  41 degrees the snow is fading away
Title: Re: CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE TUESDAY KIND
Post by: vixmom on January 11, 2017, 05:08:59 AM
Let's all coordinate for New Yorker tickets  , please.
Title: Re: CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE TUESDAY KIND
Post by: vixmom on January 11, 2017, 05:09:23 AM
What is best Elmore, Friday, Saturday?
Title: Re: CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE TUESDAY KIND
Post by: Ginny on January 11, 2017, 05:32:02 AM
Wednesday morning greetings!  Rob and I are going soon to help move the AAUW book sale from our storage unit to the 2017 sale venue.  He's doing the heavy lifting and I'm providing a vehicle that is more spacious than it looks.
Title: Re: CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE TUESDAY KIND
Post by: Ginny on January 11, 2017, 05:33:31 AM
What is best Elmore, Friday, Saturday?

We have another commitment Saturday evening, so I'd prefer Friday or a Saturday matinee, if there is one.
Title: Re: CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE TUESDAY KIND
Post by: elmore3003 on January 11, 2017, 05:52:48 AM
Good morning, all!
Title: Re: CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE TUESDAY KIND
Post by: elmore3003 on January 11, 2017, 05:54:31 AM
What is best Elmore, Friday, Saturday?

I do not have an answer, but it's been my observation from seeing so many Saturday matinees and the talkback after that by Saturday the show's in pretty good shape by then.  You might want to consider the Saturday matinee.  The talkbacks after are a lot of fun.
Title: Re: CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE TUESDAY KIND
Post by: Jennifer on January 11, 2017, 05:54:35 AM
W a cure having a hat wave !  41 degrees the snow is fading away

We are too. But we still have lots of snow. I think it is high 30s here.
Title: Re: CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE TUESDAY KIND
Post by: elmore3003 on January 11, 2017, 05:55:48 AM
I overslept, but I'm blaming it on my being out for dinner and getting to bed later than usual.
Title: Re: CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE TUESDAY KIND
Post by: ChasSmith on January 11, 2017, 05:56:04 AM
Good morning, all.
Title: Re: CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE TUESDAY KIND
Post by: elmore3003 on January 11, 2017, 05:57:33 AM
I am heading back down to City Center this morning.  I don't know if Joshie will need me, but I would like to be there to offer any help for tomorrow's orchestra reading that I can.  I also need to stop by the post office for stamps and a subway station to refull my Metrocard.
Title: Re: CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE TUESDAY KIND
Post by: ChasSmith on January 11, 2017, 05:57:44 AM
Woke to the sight of a completely thawed and cleared driveway.  A lovely vision.
Title: Re: CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE TUESDAY KIND
Post by: ChasSmith on January 11, 2017, 06:00:13 AM
We're up to 50 today, and 54 tomorrow.  And do you hear me complaining?  Why, no sir!
Title: Re: CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE TUESDAY KIND
Post by: ChasSmith on January 11, 2017, 06:10:27 AM
I believe tickets go a bit faster for the Saturday matinee with talkback (I have yet to be there for one, myself) -- so if we're going to try to coordinate for that performance, let's do it now.

http://www.nycitycenter.org/tickets/ReserveSingle.aspx?performanceNumber=9813
Title: Re: CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE TUESDAY KIND
Post by: John G. on January 11, 2017, 06:38:09 AM
Good morning, all.
Title: Re: CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE TUESDAY KIND
Post by: John G. on January 11, 2017, 06:38:54 AM
The Saturday matinee with the talkback sounds wonderful.
Title: Re: CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE TUESDAY KIND
Post by: John G. on January 11, 2017, 06:40:06 AM
Ask BK:

Have you ever recorded any symphonic works? Are there any you'd like to do?
Title: Re: CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE TUESDAY KIND
Post by: John G. on January 11, 2017, 06:43:51 AM
It's supposed to get into the 80s today, but the pollen is so bad that being outdoors tonight for the Cocktail Conference isn't sounding too good.
Title: Re: CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE TUESDAY KIND
Post by: Jane on January 11, 2017, 07:01:30 AM
Woke to the sight of a completely thawed and cleared driveway.  A lovely vision.

I know the feeling.  Last night I was thinking we need to shovel our little back patio.  Keith reminded me we don't have to use it.  What a nice feeling it is to know we can wait until the snow melts, no matter how long that takes :)
Title: Re: CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE TUESDAY KIND
Post by: Jane on January 11, 2017, 07:03:00 AM
It's supposed to get into the 80s today, but the pollen is so bad that being outdoors tonight for the Cocktail Conference isn't sounding too good.

Sorry.
Title: Re: CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE TUESDAY KIND
Post by: Jrand74 on January 11, 2017, 07:52:41 AM
i love a good talkback at a show!
Title: Re: CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE TUESDAY KIND
Post by: Jrand74 on January 11, 2017, 07:53:49 AM
Inaugural vibes for DR GEORGE.....he will get to see everyone all dressed up!

I watch Muse Margaret's father in a movie last night that I had never seen....Red Skelton and Jean Hagan in "Half a Hero"......a young married couple move to the suburbs....sort of a Mr. Blandings light.......
Title: Re: CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE TUESDAY KIND
Post by: Jrand74 on January 11, 2017, 07:54:07 AM
Continued writing vibes for MR BK.
Title: Re: CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE TUESDAY KIND
Post by: John G. on January 11, 2017, 08:13:13 AM
Vibes for DR Kerry. I wonder what time he'll be home today.
Title: Re: CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE TUESDAY KIND
Post by: John G. on January 11, 2017, 08:13:22 AM
Two!
Title: Re: CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE TUESDAY KIND
Post by: Ginny on January 11, 2017, 08:42:37 AM
I believe tickets go a bit faster for the Saturday matinee with talkback (I have yet to be there for one, myself) -- so if we're going to try to coordinate for that performance, let's do it now.

http://www.nycitycenter.org/tickets/ReserveSingle.aspx?performanceNumber=9813

Done - Mezzanine Left, Row K, Seats 1 & 3

Now all we need is a hotel reservation and plane tickets...
Title: Re: CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE TUESDAY KIND
Post by: Ron Pulliam on January 11, 2017, 09:25:35 AM
Happy Wednesday.

I left work at 1:30 p.m. on Monday and was out all day yesterday.

I slept and slept and slept and slept.

I feel ever so much better today and am back at work.
Title: Re: CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE TUESDAY KIND
Post by: ChasSmith on January 11, 2017, 09:26:50 AM
That's excellent, DR Ron.
Title: Re: CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE TUESDAY KIND
Post by: ChasSmith on January 11, 2017, 09:27:18 AM
I believe tickets go a bit faster for the Saturday matinee with talkback (I have yet to be there for one, myself) -- so if we're going to try to coordinate for that performance, let's do it now.

http://www.nycitycenter.org/tickets/ReserveSingle.aspx?performanceNumber=9813

Done - Mezzanine Left, Row K, Seats 1 & 3

Now all we need is a hotel reservation and plane tickets...

Also done -- and I did something a little different and special this time:

Mezzanine Left, Row K, Seat 5 -- right next to Ginny and Richard.     :)     Woo hoo!
Title: Re: CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE TUESDAY KIND
Post by: Ginny on January 11, 2017, 09:33:49 AM
I believe tickets go a bit faster for the Saturday matinee with talkback (I have yet to be there for one, myself) -- so if we're going to try to coordinate for that performance, let's do it now.

http://www.nycitycenter.org/tickets/ReserveSingle.aspx?performanceNumber=9813

Done - Mezzanine Left, Row K, Seats 1 & 3

Now all we need is a hotel reservation and plane tickets...

Also done -- and I did something a little different and special this time:

Mezzanine Left, Row K, Seat 5 -- right next to Ginny and Richard.     :)     Woo hoo!

Fun!

We now have plane and hotel reservations, too!
Title: Re: CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE TUESDAY KIND
Post by: vixmom on January 11, 2017, 09:51:40 AM
Ok boys and girls I just bought a ticket for March 25 2 pm grand tier seat
Title: Re: CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE TUESDAY KIND
Post by: vixmom on January 11, 2017, 09:53:23 AM
B20.  I bought before I saw your post or I would have tried to get in row k as well

Title: Re: CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE TUESDAY KIND
Post by: vixmom on January 11, 2017, 09:54:07 AM
Maybe John can join me

Title: Re: CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE TUESDAY KIND
Post by: Ginny on January 11, 2017, 09:56:40 AM
B20.  I bought before I saw your post or I would have tried to get in row k as well



It's sounding like a party!
Title: Re: CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE TUESDAY KIND
Post by: bk on January 11, 2017, 10:05:57 AM
ASK bK

Have you thought about doing an Indiegogo to do more Out Of The Box episodes?

I've thought about it - that ship may have sailed, although I do have another season pretty much ready to go and have had for over three years.
Title: Re: CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE TUESDAY KIND
Post by: bk on January 11, 2017, 10:06:56 AM
Ask BK:

Have you ever recorded any symphonic works? Are there any you'd like to do?

Not actual symphonic works, no.  I'm not sure how much interest that would hold for me.
Title: Re: CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE TUESDAY KIND
Post by: bk on January 11, 2017, 10:07:26 AM
I'm up, I'm up - a bit over seven hours of sleep.
Title: Re: CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE TUESDAY KIND
Post by: Jane on January 11, 2017, 10:26:15 AM
Happy Wednesday.

I left work at 1:30 p.m. on Monday and was out all day yesterday.

I slept and slept and slept and slept.

I feel ever so much better today and am back at work.

Wonderful to hear.  Now stay well!!!
Title: Re: CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE TUESDAY KIND
Post by: Jane on January 11, 2017, 10:26:49 AM
I believe tickets go a bit faster for the Saturday matinee with talkback (I have yet to be there for one, myself) -- so if we're going to try to coordinate for that performance, let's do it now.

http://www.nycitycenter.org/tickets/ReserveSingle.aspx?performanceNumber=9813

Done - Mezzanine Left, Row K, Seats 1 & 3

Now all we need is a hotel reservation and plane tickets...

Also done -- and I did something a little different and special this time:

Mezzanine Left, Row K, Seat 5 -- right next to Ginny and Richard.     :)     Woo hoo!

 8)
Title: Re: CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE TUESDAY KIND
Post by: Jane on January 11, 2017, 10:27:52 AM
B20.  I bought before I saw your post or I would have tried to get in row k as well



It's sounding like a party!

It sure is :)
Title: Re: CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE TUESDAY KIND
Post by: Jane on January 11, 2017, 10:28:18 AM
I have been told we have 8" of snow.
Title: Re: CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE TUESDAY KIND
Post by: John G. on January 11, 2017, 10:38:20 AM
I have been told we have 8" of snow.

Blech
Title: Re: CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE TUESDAY KIND
Post by: John G. on January 11, 2017, 10:38:36 AM
Great news, Ron.
Title: Re: CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE TUESDAY KIND
Post by: FJL on January 11, 2017, 10:39:38 AM
Ron - so glad to hear the healing value of sleep and that you're back at work!  So good that you"re doing well.
Title: Re: CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE TUESDAY KIND
Post by: FJL on January 11, 2017, 10:39:53 AM
HHW vibes do their job!
Title: Re: CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE TUESDAY KIND
Post by: vixmom on January 11, 2017, 10:41:27 AM
Health vibes for ron!
Title: Re: CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE TUESDAY KIND
Post by: John G. on January 11, 2017, 10:41:39 AM
I'm not getting a good connection to buy a ticke. Vixmom, it says grand tier is sold out.
Title: Re: CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE TUESDAY KIND
Post by: elmore3003 on January 11, 2017, 11:01:15 AM
I'm not getting a good connection to buy a ticke. Vixmom, it says grand tier is sold out.

I saw two seats in the Grand Tier on the far sides.  the Mezzanine has plenty of good seats.
Title: Re: CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE TUESDAY KIND
Post by: vixmom on January 11, 2017, 11:03:15 AM
I'm not getting a good connection to buy a ticke. Vixmom, it says grand tier is sold out.
[/qu
I'm not getting a good connection to buy a ticke. Vixmom, it says grand tier is sold out.

I had trouble with the link I called and there were a few available in grand tier
Title: Re: CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE TUESDAY KIND
Post by: vixmom on January 11, 2017, 11:03:49 AM
Mine is side but she said it was a good view
Title: Re: CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE TUESDAY KIND
Post by: George on January 11, 2017, 11:05:06 AM
W a cure having a hat wave !  41 degrees the snow is fading away

It's snowing (lightly) in Tumwater!

(http://i238.photobucket.com/albums/ff302/HHWgroup/0111171002_zpsln1mzzdg.jpg)

:D
Title: Re: CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE TUESDAY KIND
Post by: George on January 11, 2017, 11:05:20 AM
Inaugural vibes for DR GEORGE.....he will get to see everyone all dressed up!

Thanks, Jrand!  It should be fun and interesting.  I've never worked coatcheck before, and this event isn't at the WCPA, it's at the actual Capitol Building.
Title: Re: CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE TUESDAY KIND
Post by: George on January 11, 2017, 11:05:32 AM
Happy Wednesday.

I left work at 1:30 p.m. on Monday and was out all day yesterday.

I slept and slept and slept and slept.

I feel ever so much better today and am back at work.

Very good news, Ron!
Title: Re: CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE TUESDAY KIND
Post by: John G. on January 11, 2017, 11:05:40 AM
I am having a problem with my network connection. I'll get a ticket. I tried to get one near you, Vixmom and the network went out.

The wind is blowing. That may be the problem
Title: Re: CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE TUESDAY KIND
Post by: elmore3003 on January 11, 2017, 11:05:49 AM
Ad I am home from City Center.  I assembled all the full scores for me and Joshie (one set) and a set for the copyist.

I must admit I am going into tomorrow's orchestra reading of the scores so far with the same enthusiasm and trepidation I do on every project: I'll be fired before the day is over. I felt the same way at Liz Callaway's first recording session with BK in 1994.  Some neuroses never change.
Title: Re: CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE TUESDAY KIND
Post by: elmore3003 on January 11, 2017, 11:06:27 AM
!!!   3   !!!
Title: Re: CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE TUESDAY KIND
Post by: George on January 11, 2017, 11:07:40 AM
Ad I am home from City Center.  I assembled all the full scores for me and Joshie (one set) and a set for the copyist.

I must admit I am going into tomorrow's orchestra reading of the scores so far with the same enthusiasm and trepidation I do on every project: I'll be fired before the day is over. I felt the same way at Liz Callaway's first recording session with BK in 1994.  Some neuroses never change.

~~~Vibes of All Kinds for DR Elmore!!~~~
Title: Re: CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE TUESDAY KIND
Post by: Ginny on January 11, 2017, 11:15:16 AM
You'll be fine, DR Elmore, but I'll send some vibes anyway...
Title: Re: CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE TUESDAY KIND
Post by: Jane on January 11, 2017, 11:41:47 AM
I have been told we have 8" of snow.

Blech

We don't have snow boots anymore ;D 
Title: Re: CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE TUESDAY KIND
Post by: Jane on January 11, 2017, 11:42:21 AM
I am hoping to get out for a short walk once they plow.  We have to wait until they do the hospitals first.
Title: Re: CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE TUESDAY KIND
Post by: Jane on January 11, 2017, 11:44:02 AM
You'll be fine, DR Elmore, but I'll send some vibes anyway...

DITTO!
Title: Re: CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE TUESDAY KIND
Post by: ChasSmith on January 11, 2017, 12:18:19 PM
You'll be fine, DR Elmore, but I'll send some vibes anyway...

DITTO!

TRIPLICATTO!
Title: Re: CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE TUESDAY KIND
Post by: FJL on January 11, 2017, 12:23:06 PM
You'll be fine, DR Elmore, but I'll send some vibes anyway...

DITTO!

TRIPLICATTO!


From here, too!!
Title: Re: CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE TUESDAY KIND
Post by: FJL on January 11, 2017, 12:36:51 PM
I'm not getting a good connection to buy a ticke. Vixmom, it says grand tier is sold out.

I saw two seats in the Grand Tier on the far sides.  the Mezzanine has plenty of good seats.

Thanks, Larry!  I got one and I'll be there.
Title: Re: CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE TUESDAY KIND
Post by: John G. on January 11, 2017, 01:01:53 PM
You'll be fine, Larry. I finally got my ticket. Row C of the Grand Tier.
Title: Re: CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE TUESDAY KIND
Post by: John G. on January 11, 2017, 01:02:50 PM
All sorts of wonderful people coming to the show!
Title: Re: CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE TUESDAY KIND
Post by: elmore3003 on January 11, 2017, 01:25:08 PM
Well, this is exciting!  And thank you, all, for the ego boost tomorrow.  I always go through stage fright before the first whatever: will it sound as I imagined? Did I paint myself into a corner? Will the folk who hired me feel secure about what I've done? Can I repair any messes I've made before they sack me? If I can't look brilliant, can I at least come off as competent or adequate?
Title: Re: CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE TUESDAY KIND
Post by: John G. on January 11, 2017, 01:26:27 PM
I feel that way during dance competitions.
Title: Re: CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE TUESDAY KIND
Post by: elmore3003 on January 11, 2017, 01:36:22 PM
I feel that way during dance competitions.

I go through this on every job!
Title: Re: CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE TUESDAY KIND
Post by: Laura on January 11, 2017, 01:48:34 PM
Kerry is home.
Title: Re: CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE TUESDAY KIND
Post by: Jrand74 on January 11, 2017, 02:04:38 PM
Hurray!
Title: Re: CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE TUESDAY KIND
Post by: Ron Pulliam on January 11, 2017, 02:16:53 PM
I am having a problem with my network connection. I'll get a ticket. I tried to get one near you, Vixmom and the network went out.

The wind is blowing. That may be the problem

reminds me of that song Doris Day sings in "Please Don't Eat the Daisies":

"Any way the wind blows, any way the wind blows..."
Title: Re: CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE TUESDAY KIND
Post by: Jane on January 11, 2017, 02:24:19 PM
A polar bear and a few other residents at the Oregon Zoo are enjoying the snow.
http://q13fox.com/2017/01/11/polar-bear-seals-are-having-the-best-time-playing-in-the-snow-at-oregon-zoo/
Title: Re: CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE TUESDAY KIND
Post by: Jane on January 11, 2017, 02:25:20 PM
Kerry is home.

 :) :) :)

How is he feeling? 
Title: Re: CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE TUESDAY KIND
Post by: Laura on January 11, 2017, 02:32:36 PM
I haven't talked to him yet today. I heard from his friend.
Title: Re: CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE TUESDAY KIND
Post by: bk on January 11, 2017, 02:49:29 PM
Had a very slow start to the day, due to a visit from Jason Graae, who picked up some CDs.  I hadn't seen him in a while so we talked for about thirty minutes.  Then I did a little futzing and finessing - about half, then I went and had a bacon cheeseburger and no fries or onion rings, then picked up a tiny package and came home.
Title: Re: CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE TUESDAY KIND
Post by: bk on January 11, 2017, 02:50:14 PM
I futzed and finessed the rest, adding two new pages as I did so, so I've written two new pages and will try to write an additional five right now, after which I'll take a break.
Title: Re: CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE TUESDAY KIND
Post by: Jane on January 11, 2017, 03:03:01 PM
I haven't talked to him yet today. I heard from his friend.

Thanks.  I expect he is tired after his trip home.
Title: Re: CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE TUESDAY KIND
Post by: Jane on January 11, 2017, 03:06:44 PM
Our downtown.

(http://16749-presscdn-0-94.pagely.netdna-cdn.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/Snow_in_Vancouver_02-1024x686.jpg)
Title: Re: CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE TUESDAY KIND
Post by: John G. on January 11, 2017, 03:07:20 PM
Doris Day has the answer for everything.
Title: Re: CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE TUESDAY KIND
Post by: Jane on January 11, 2017, 03:07:22 PM
I would have preferred a photo before the street was plowed.
Title: Re: CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE TUESDAY KIND
Post by: John G. on January 11, 2017, 03:07:52 PM
That is so not what I want to see, Jane.
Title: Re: CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE TUESDAY KIND
Post by: Jane on January 11, 2017, 03:08:34 PM
I looks as if we had at least 11 inches  :o
Title: Re: CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE TUESDAY KIND
Post by: Jane on January 11, 2017, 03:10:40 PM
That is so not what I want to see, Jane.

;D
Title: Re: CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE TUESDAY KIND
Post by: Jane on January 11, 2017, 03:11:00 PM
We would have gone for a walk except we don't have snow boots anymore.
Title: Re: CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE TUESDAY KIND
Post by: elmore3003 on January 11, 2017, 03:11:22 PM
Kerry is home.

Excellent!
Title: Re: CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE TUESDAY KIND
Post by: Laura on January 11, 2017, 03:11:28 PM
The snow is beautiful. However, you may have it.
Title: Re: CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE TUESDAY KIND
Post by: Jane on January 11, 2017, 03:14:15 PM
This is off of facebook so I am not sure everyone can see it.  It is of Esther Short Park that we often walk to.
(https://scontent.fsnc1-5.fna.fbcdn.net/v/t31.0-8/15936340_10154896738081506_94681287638245926_o.jpg?oh=c00c1ff3b46e5b9f73dbf4234cde99ce&oe=58D60C4E)
Title: Re: CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE TUESDAY KIND
Post by: Jane on January 11, 2017, 03:18:04 PM
The snow is beautiful. However, you may have it.

I agree, in that I would rather not have it anymore.  I liked it best in Ashland when I could see it up in the mountains above us.
Title: Re: CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE TUESDAY KIND
Post by: Jane on January 11, 2017, 03:19:05 PM
I just hope it isn't icy tomorrow when I go to the clubhouse to work out.  If it is bad maybe I can get the manager to drive me in his little golf cart type car. 
Title: Re: CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE TUESDAY KIND
Post by: vixmom on January 11, 2017, 03:23:43 PM
Yay for kerry being home
Title: Re: CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE TUESDAY KIND
Post by: vixmom on January 11, 2017, 03:24:19 PM
Yay for all the tickets for the new New Yorkers being bought
Title: Re: CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE TUESDAY KIND
Post by: vixmom on January 11, 2017, 03:25:16 PM
Will Ben and Anthony and FUL be able to.join.us as well?
Title: Re: CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE TUESDAY KIND
Post by: vixmom on January 11, 2017, 03:25:30 PM
FJL
Title: Re: CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE TUESDAY KIND
Post by: vixmom on January 11, 2017, 03:25:56 PM
Typing on the phone is even harder than the iPad
Title: Re: CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE TUESDAY KIND
Post by: George on January 11, 2017, 03:37:37 PM
Kerry is home.

That's great!
Title: Re: CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE TUESDAY KIND
Post by: George on January 11, 2017, 03:37:59 PM
A polar bear and a few other residents at the Oregon Zoo are enjoying the snow.
http://q13fox.com/2017/01/11/polar-bear-seals-are-having-the-best-time-playing-in-the-snow-at-oregon-zoo/

That's so cute! ;D
Title: Re: CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE TUESDAY KIND
Post by: George on January 11, 2017, 03:38:11 PM
Our downtown.

(http://16749-presscdn-0-94.pagely.netdna-cdn.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/Snow_in_Vancouver_02-1024x686.jpg)

Nice picture, Jane!
Title: Re: CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE TUESDAY KIND
Post by: bk on January 11, 2017, 03:42:26 PM
Only three pages so far but I'm really happy with what I just wrote and it also fixed something that was driving me batty.  I have chapter titles for this book - I haven't done that since the Kritzer books - and I really am happy with them so far, except the one for the current chapter I'm on - I went through three or four and hated all of them, but just couldn't think of anything that made me happy.  And then I wrote a paragraph that ended with a really good line and I knew instantly that was the chapter title - and I didn't even take a shower. :)  But I will later.  Now I'll try to at least bang out one more page, maybe two, before I take a break.
Title: Re: CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE TUESDAY KIND
Post by: vixmom on January 11, 2017, 03:54:32 PM
Calming vibes for Elmore

You'll be swell you'll be great
Title: Re: CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE TUESDAY KIND
Post by: vixmom on January 11, 2017, 03:55:50 PM
Clear the decks  Clear the tracks you've got nothing to do but relax
Title: Re: CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE TUESDAY KIND
Post by: bk on January 11, 2017, 03:57:33 PM
Wrote another page and will break now and then do seven more over the course of the evening.  At least that's the goal.
Title: Re: CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE TUESDAY KIND
Post by: Jane on January 11, 2017, 04:17:34 PM
Our downtown.


Nice picture, Jane!

Thanks.  I only stole it off of the newspaper website.
Title: Re: CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE TUESDAY KIND
Post by: Jane on January 11, 2017, 04:18:46 PM
FJL

He said he got a ticket.
Title: Re: CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE TUESDAY KIND
Post by: Jane on January 11, 2017, 04:20:04 PM
On days like this is is nice not to walk half a mile to the mailbox.  Ours is completely sheltered.  I did put a coat on as it is a bit chilly out.  There are skylights with planters under them.  The trees in the planters look very pretty covered in snow.
Title: Re: CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE TUESDAY KIND
Post by: George on January 11, 2017, 04:28:55 PM
Only three pages so far but I'm really happy with what I just wrote and it also fixed something that was driving me batty.  I have chapter titles for this book - I haven't done that since the Kritzer books - and I really am happy with them so far, except the one for the current chapter I'm on - I went through three or four and hated all of them, but just couldn't think of anything that made me happy.  And then I wrote a paragraph that ended with a really good line and I knew instantly that was the chapter title - and I didn't even take a shower. :)  But I will later.  Now I'll try to at least bang out one more page, maybe two, before I take a break.

Nice.  I noticed that not a lot of books have chapter titles anymore.
Title: Re: CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE TUESDAY KIND
Post by: Laura on January 11, 2017, 04:33:11 PM
Joshie is crying the saddest, most pitiful cry. He sounds like he is in terrible pain.
He is sitting by and pawing at the "Greenies" bag.  He loves his Greenies.

https://www.chewy.com/greenies-feline-oven-roasted-chicken/dp/38832?utm_source=google-product&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=f&utm_content=Greenies&utm_term=&gclid=CNGOkLqtu9ECFQRsfgodTIEKKA&gclsrc=aw.ds

He's been doing this since Christmas.
Title: Re: CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE TUESDAY KIND
Post by: George on January 11, 2017, 04:39:59 PM
Well, I must be off.  It's time for me to head to the ball!  The Governor's Inaugural Ball, that is.  I hope I can find a parking space easily!

Be back later!
Title: Re: CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE TUESDAY KIND
Post by: Jrand74 on January 11, 2017, 05:05:48 PM
DR JANE's photo is best viewed at a distance.
Title: Re: CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE TUESDAY KIND
Post by: Jrand74 on January 11, 2017, 05:06:09 PM
Becalmed vibes for DR ELMORE.

Sounds like NYC is going to be the place to be....
Title: Re: CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE TUESDAY KIND
Post by: Laura on January 11, 2017, 05:09:47 PM
DR JANE's photo is best viewed at a distance.

Like from Arizona.
Title: Re: CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE TUESDAY KIND
Post by: elmore3003 on January 11, 2017, 05:15:54 PM
Becalmed vibes for DR ELMORE.

Sounds like NYC is going to be the place to be....

I wish you were coming, Jack, along with several others!
Title: Re: CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE TUESDAY KIND
Post by: vixmom on January 11, 2017, 05:20:24 PM
FJL

He said he got a ticket.


Ah I must have missed it it's hard to read in the phone as well.  Also Saturday matinee?
Title: Re: CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE TUESDAY KIND
Post by: John G. on January 11, 2017, 05:42:50 PM
DR JANE's photo is best viewed at a distance.

Amen. It's 74 degrees at 7:45. Conference time.
Title: Re: CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE TUESDAY KIND
Post by: Jane on January 11, 2017, 06:01:22 PM
Joshie is crying the saddest, most pitiful cry. He sounds like he is in terrible pain.
He is sitting by and pawing at the "Greenies" bag.  He loves his Greenies.

https://www.chewy.com/greenies-feline-oven-roasted-chicken/dp/38832?utm_source=google-product&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=f&utm_content=Greenies&utm_term=&gclid=CNGOkLqtu9ECFQRsfgodTIEKKA&gclsrc=aw.ds

He's been doing this since Christmas.

Aww, poor guy :)
Title: Re: CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE TUESDAY KIND
Post by: Jane on January 11, 2017, 06:01:58 PM
DR JANE's photo is best viewed at a distance.

Wow, you're right.
Title: Re: CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE TUESDAY KIND
Post by: Jane on January 11, 2017, 06:02:56 PM
DR JANE's photo is best viewed at a distance.

Like from Arizona.

;D

I think we need a second home in Arizona and become snow birds.
Title: Re: CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE TUESDAY KIND
Post by: Jane on January 11, 2017, 06:03:35 PM
FJL

He said he got a ticket.


Ah I must have missed it it's hard to read in the phone as well.  Also Saturday matinee?

I figured as much.  I hope so, he didn't say.
Title: Re: CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE TUESDAY KIND
Post by: bk on January 11, 2017, 06:25:20 PM
Finished with my viewing and my break and now I must buckle down, Winsocki and write many pages.
Title: Re: CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE TUESDAY KIND
Post by: FJL on January 11, 2017, 06:29:11 PM
Great to hear that Kerry is home!!!
Title: Re: CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE TUESDAY KIND
Post by: FJL on January 11, 2017, 06:30:23 PM
FJL

He said he got a ticket.


Ah I must have missed it it's hard to read in the phone as well.  Also Saturday matinee?

Yes, I think I'm in your section.
Title: Re: CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE TUESDAY KIND
Post by: John G. on January 11, 2017, 07:41:31 PM
Home from the conference opener. It was a showcase for the Girl Scouts. Cocktails were paired with cookies. Got to try the new S'mores. Nice. Very sweet.
Title: Re: CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE TUESDAY KIND
Post by: John G. on January 11, 2017, 07:51:51 PM
Watching the 1956 Peter Pan broadcast with Mary Martin. It may not be in color but it's wonderful stuff.
Title: Re: CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE TUESDAY KIND
Post by: bk on January 11, 2017, 09:00:14 PM
Have done nine-and-a-half pages, so I'll take a hot shower shortly and do the other page and a half after that.  Hoping to finish the chapter I'm on.
Title: Re: CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE TUESDAY KIND
Post by: Jane on January 11, 2017, 09:06:23 PM
Home from the conference opener. It was a showcase for the Girl Scouts. Cocktails were paired with cookies. Got to try the new S'mores. Nice. Very sweet.

That is a new way to sell cookies.
Title: Re: CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE TUESDAY KIND
Post by: John G. on January 11, 2017, 09:28:33 PM
Starting the 1955 broadcast of Peter Pan, which is on the same Blu and Ray. The quality may be a little less than the 1956 but, in the first scene at least, some of the closeups and camera shots are actually better and a little more interesting.

There's nothing like Mary Martin in either version.
Title: Re: CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE TUESDAY KIND
Post by: vixmom on January 11, 2017, 09:29:46 PM
FJL

Excellent!

He said he got a ticket.


Ah I must have missed it it's hard to read in the phone as well.  Also Saturday matinee?

Yes, I think I'm in your section.
Title: Re: CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE TUESDAY KIND
Post by: vixmom on January 11, 2017, 09:30:03 PM
FJL

Excellent!

He said he got a ticket.


Ah I must have missed it it's hard to read in the phone as well.  Also Saturday matinee?

Yes, I think I'm in your section.



Excellent!!
Title: Re: CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE TUESDAY KIND
Post by: vixmom on January 11, 2017, 09:31:05 PM
Home from the conference opener. It was a showcase for the Girl Scouts. Cocktails were paired with cookies. Got to try the new S'mores. Nice. Very sweet.


Wow the Vixter should have tried that in her Girl Scout days
Title: Re: CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE TUESDAY KIND
Post by: John G. on January 11, 2017, 09:31:29 PM
I've been listening to a reading of Plutarch's Lives, which is going on forever (I think it's 66 discs total). I'm almost through with the first half and think I'll wait on part two.

Anyway, the reader is British and he keeps pronouncing the name of Syracuse as Sigh-rah-cuse. Makes me wonder what the British version of The Boys of Syracuse would be like. Would the song become "Dire Old Sigh-rah-cuse"?
Title: Re: CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE TUESDAY KIND
Post by: vixmom on January 11, 2017, 09:31:41 PM
I am getting very excited about the New Yorkers HHW meetup
Title: Re: CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE TUESDAY KIND
Post by: John G. on January 11, 2017, 09:31:41 PM
Good night, all.
Title: Re: CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE TUESDAY KIND
Post by: vixmom on January 11, 2017, 09:39:07 PM
Good night
Title: Re: CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE TUESDAY KIND
Post by: Jane on January 11, 2017, 10:28:06 PM
Home from the conference opener. It was a showcase for the Girl Scouts. Cocktails were paired with cookies. Got to try the new S'mores. Nice. Very sweet.


Wow the Vixter should have tried that in her Girl Scout days

Our little 7 year old friend is selling  Girl Scouts cookies for the first time.  She has a website to order them on.  A minimum of 4 boxes is needed to ship them.  It brought to mind when we purchased them from the Vixter 🌝
Title: Re: CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE TUESDAY KIND
Post by: Jane on January 11, 2017, 10:30:25 PM
DR John did you try the new toffee-tastic cookies?
Title: Re: CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE TUESDAY KIND
Post by: bk on January 11, 2017, 10:42:37 PM
Finished the page and a half pre-shower, then showered, got a great idea that will work beautifully towards the end of the book, and two other ideas for the section I was in - so I wrote all that down, then just did another page and a half for a total of twelve and a half pages - so I'm ahead for tomorrow, which is lovely.
Title: Re: CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE TUESDAY KIND
Post by: George on January 11, 2017, 11:12:37 PM
Finished the page and a half pre-shower, then showered, got a great idea that will work beautifully towards the end of the book, and two other ideas for the section I was in - so I wrote all that down, then just did another page and a half for a total of twelve and a half pages - so I'm ahead for tomorrow, which is lovely.

That's great, BK!  Can't wait to find out what it's all about.
Title: Re: CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE TUESDAY KIND
Post by: bk on January 11, 2017, 11:19:02 PM
Me too!
Title: Re: CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE TUESDAY KIND
Post by: TCB on January 11, 2017, 11:24:30 PM
Good evening!
Title: Re: CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE TUESDAY KIND
Post by: TCB on January 11, 2017, 11:25:16 PM
I am disappointed that we didn't get any snow.
Title: Re: CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE TUESDAY KIND
Post by: TCB on January 11, 2017, 11:26:15 PM
I am disappointed that I won't be in New York in March.
Title: Re: CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE TUESDAY KIND
Post by: George on January 11, 2017, 11:26:50 PM
Well, I must be off.  It's time for me to head to the ball!  The Governor's Inaugural Ball, that is.  I hope I can find a parking space easily!

Be back later!

Well, working coat check was fun.  We were in tents in front of the capitol building, but there were heaters pumping in warm air, so we were not cold at all.  There was a monitor across the aisle from where we were, showing what was happening in the big party area, and we got to wander around (and partake of) the foodstuffs when our shift was over. 
Title: Re: CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE TUESDAY KIND
Post by: George on January 11, 2017, 11:26:59 PM
Working was pretty easy, just taking the coats, scarves, and some bags, but no purses, giving the people the numbers, and hanging up the coats.  We chatted and people-watched and had a good time.
Title: Re: CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE TUESDAY KIND
Post by: TCB on January 11, 2017, 11:27:52 PM
I am disappointed that I don't have any M & M's in the house.
Title: Re: CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE TUESDAY KIND
Post by: TCB on January 11, 2017, 11:28:36 PM
I am thrilled that DR Kerry is home.
Title: Re: CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE TUESDAY KIND
Post by: TCB on January 11, 2017, 11:29:25 PM
I am delighted that DR Ron is feeling better.
Title: Re: CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE TUESDAY KIND
Post by: George on January 11, 2017, 11:29:38 PM
It's 28°F right now in Tumwater, but when I left the ball, it was 24°!
Title: Re: CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE TUESDAY KIND
Post by: George on January 11, 2017, 11:30:38 PM
PAGE SIX DANCE!!
Title: Re: CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE TUESDAY KIND
Post by: TCB on January 11, 2017, 11:30:59 PM
It is 23 28 degrees in Tacoma.
Title: Re: CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE TUESDAY KIND
Post by: TCB on January 11, 2017, 11:36:01 PM
It will get down to 23 degrees tonight.
Title: Re: CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE TUESDAY KIND
Post by: TCB on January 11, 2017, 11:37:42 PM
George, any idea how many people were there tonight?
Title: Re: CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE TUESDAY KIND
Post by: George on January 11, 2017, 11:39:30 PM
George, any idea how many people were there tonight?

A lot...I have no idea how many were expected, or if they were trying to keep track of how many showed up.  We were at one of several entrances to the event.
Title: Re: CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE TUESDAY KIND
Post by: TCB on January 11, 2017, 11:48:09 PM
George, any idea how many people were there tonight?

A lot...I have no idea how many were expected, or if they were trying to keep track of how many showed up.  We were at one of several entrances to the event.


From what I could find online, they estimated 3,000 to attend.
Title: Re: CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE TUESDAY KIND
Post by: TCB on January 11, 2017, 11:49:17 PM
At $100.00 a ticket, that isn't bad.
Title: Re: CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE TUESDAY KIND
Post by: TCB on January 11, 2017, 11:51:30 PM
Outdoor tents would have been a disaster if we had gotten Portland's snow.
Title: Re: CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE TUESDAY KIND
Post by: George on January 11, 2017, 11:58:16 PM
Outdoor tents would have been a disaster if we had gotten Portland's snow.

I know!  It was kind of cold, but the heaters really did help.
Title: Re: CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE TUESDAY KIND
Post by: TCB on January 12, 2017, 12:08:36 AM
I was thinking about the weight of a foot of snow on the tents.