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Title: PREVENTATIVES
Post by: bk on February 25, 2017, 12:03:14 AM
Well, you've read the notes, the notes had preventatives, and now it is time for you to post until the preventative cows come home.
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Post by: bk on February 25, 2017, 12:07:29 AM
And the word of the day is: GOLCONDA!
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Post by: TCB on February 25, 2017, 12:07:57 AM
First post after BK!
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Post by: George on February 25, 2017, 12:36:50 AM
Second post after BK!
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Post by: George on February 25, 2017, 12:37:31 AM
~~~The Strongest Most Excellent Vibes and Xylophones for a Healthy BK, and Also for Richard Sherman!!~~~
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Post by: George on February 25, 2017, 12:40:09 AM
And a Very Happy Birthday to (former?) DR Dan M!
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Post by: TCB on February 25, 2017, 12:43:19 AM
~~~The Strongest Most Excellent Vibes and Xylophones for a Healthy BK, and Also for Richard Sherman!!~~~


Ditto!
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Post by: bk on February 25, 2017, 12:55:47 AM
I'm gonna tell you how fate works sometimes - I don't think it's much of a secret that my original plan for book writing this year was a new Adriana book - had the title and the setting all picked and it was a good one.  So, I'll reveal the title because when I do if you've heard the news today you'll know how a) prescient I sometimes am, and b) how awful it would have been had I actually written it in terms of the timing.  Murder at the Magic Castle.  For those who haven't heard, they found a dead body in a closet there - being investigated as a suicide at the moment.  Weird?
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Post by: TCB on February 25, 2017, 12:55:57 AM
How was your show last night, George?
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Post by: TCB on February 25, 2017, 12:57:04 AM
I'm gonna tell you how fate works sometimes - I don't think it's much of a secret that my original plan for book writing this year was a new Adriana book - had the title and the setting all picked and it was a good one.  So, I'll reveal the title because when I do if you've heard the news today you'll know how a) prescient I sometimes am, and b) how awful it would have been had I actually written it in terms of the timing.  Murder at the Magic Castle.  For those who haven't heard, they found a dead body in a closet there - being investigated as a suicide at the moment.  Weird?


Fate, indeed.
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Post by: TCB on February 25, 2017, 12:57:57 AM
But now I want to read Adriana's book.
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Post by: TCB on February 25, 2017, 01:01:38 AM
BK, I have been working on my book the last few days.
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Post by: TCB on February 25, 2017, 01:02:47 AM
I hate what I wrote today, but we shall see what I think about it tomorrow.
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Post by: George on February 25, 2017, 01:04:46 AM
I'm gonna tell you how fate works sometimes - I don't think it's much of a secret that my original plan for book writing this year was a new Adriana book - had the title and the setting all picked and it was a good one.  So, I'll reveal the title because when I do if you've heard the news today you'll know how a) prescient I sometimes am, and b) how awful it would have been had I actually written it in terms of the timing.  Murder at the Magic Castle.  For those who haven't heard, they found a dead body in a closet there - being investigated as a suicide at the moment.  Weird?

Oh, my goodness! :-\
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Post by: bk on February 25, 2017, 01:07:40 AM
BK, I have been working on my book the last few days.

Excellent!
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Post by: George on February 25, 2017, 01:09:22 AM
How was your show last night, George?

We had about 10 people in the audience, and they really enjoyed it.  One of the actresses has been sick since last Saturday's performance.  She had a sore throat and couldn't project as well as she normally can.  She's a trouper, though.  She was well enough to do the show and certainly acted as well as she usually does...she just has a weak voice.
Title: Re: PREVENTATIVES
Post by: TCB on February 25, 2017, 01:17:40 AM
Time for me to turn into a pumpkin.
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Post by: TCB on February 25, 2017, 01:18:09 AM
Good night, BK.
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Post by: TCB on February 25, 2017, 01:18:29 AM
Good night, George.
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Post by: George on February 25, 2017, 01:32:58 AM
Good night, Tom.
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Post by: George on February 25, 2017, 01:33:09 AM
Good night, BK.
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Post by: FJL on February 25, 2017, 03:47:08 AM
Break a leg on your show's re-opening, TCB!
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Post by: FJL on February 25, 2017, 03:47:31 AM
George - great to hear the show went well.
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Post by: FJL on February 25, 2017, 03:48:07 AM
And the word of the day is: GOLCONDA!

Wasn't Arlene Golconda the love interest on those Mayberry shows?


Or maybe I'm spelling it wrong
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Arlene_Golonka

Title: Re: PREVENTATIVES
Post by: FJL on February 25, 2017, 03:56:30 AM
Rehab places for physical injuries can potentially be very pleasant if the expectation is that it will be short-term (as opposed to permanent, that is).

When my mom had a fracture a few years ago that just had to heal, she really liked being in a a place where she felt secure in case of an aggravation of the accident spot, plus: at least for a short period, the variety of the activities they tried to plan for the patients was most enjoyable to her as she healed for that month or so.










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Post by: FJL on February 25, 2017, 04:21:55 AM
And a Very Happy Birthday to (former?) DR Dan M!


Same from here!
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Post by: Michael on February 25, 2017, 05:21:16 AM
Good Morning To All
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Post by: Michael on February 25, 2017, 05:22:22 AM
No longer care about the Oscars except which song wins so I can change it from nominee to winner in my Itunes listing.
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Post by: Druxy on February 25, 2017, 05:38:14 AM
T.O.D.

When I lived in Los Angeles, I used to be a champ at predicting the Oscars; won a lot of pools.

Now, since I don't go to the movies any more and wait until a film is available on DVD, I often don't see a film until after the Awards ceremony.

That said: Even though I've read a lot of negatives about the movie recently, it appears that LA LA LAND will win Best Picture and Emma Stone Best Actress.

After the SAG Awards, I would give Denzel Washington, Viola Davis and Mahershala Ali the edge for the other acting honors.

Of all the films I've seen this year thus far, my personal favorite is HELL OR HIGH WATER, but I doubt if that will take any awards.

Actually, depending on how political the show gets, I might do what I did last year (i.e. go into my office and work on my new play).  If I want to hear about politics, I can watch the nightly news.
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Post by: Druxy on February 25, 2017, 05:42:55 AM
No longer care about the Oscars except which song wins so I can change it from nominee to winner in my Itunes listing.

The problem with Oscar-winning (or nominated) songs in recent years is that they are totally forgettable.  The last one I remember is "My Heart Will Go On" from TITANIC, and that was 20 years ago.
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Post by: Laura on February 25, 2017, 06:01:30 AM
Good morning.
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Post by: ChasSmith on February 25, 2017, 06:09:45 AM
Good morning, all.
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Post by: ChasSmith on February 25, 2017, 06:11:08 AM
--he said, from a near-prone position in the recliner as he indulges in a very lazy morning.
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Post by: elmore3003 on February 25, 2017, 06:18:37 AM
Good morning, all!
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Post by: elmore3003 on February 25, 2017, 06:19:44 AM
Another late night homecoming from the neighbor above me.  While I'm aware she has no idea of the noise she creates, she's working my last nerve.
Title: Re: PREVENTATIVES
Post by: elmore3003 on February 25, 2017, 06:20:41 AM
Today I have laundry to accomplish, and I need to look through last year's tax records.  I hope to chat with Rob Berman at some point,
Title: Re: PREVENTATIVES
Post by: elmore3003 on February 25, 2017, 06:22:31 AM
One thing I've learned this week: sometimes what is painfully obvious to you may only become obvious to another some time later.
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Post by: elmore3003 on February 25, 2017, 06:22:57 AM
DR TCB, best of luck with your show.  Break a leg!
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Post by: elmore3003 on February 25, 2017, 06:24:13 AM
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~  Healthy Vibes to all our ailing DRs and affiliates!  ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
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Post by: elmore3003 on February 25, 2017, 06:25:48 AM
So, I have things to be accomplish, and I must begin by making my bed.

Then, more coffee!
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Post by: vixmom on February 25, 2017, 06:46:18 AM
Good morning
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Post by: John G. on February 25, 2017, 06:47:50 AM
Good morning, all.
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Post by: vixmom on February 25, 2017, 06:48:24 AM
I made myself a quesadilla for dinner last night (Vixdad was out for the evening) and fell asleep in the recliner quite unexpectedly
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Post by: John G. on February 25, 2017, 06:48:35 AM
I hope Isabelle Huppert can pull an upset and win.
Title: Re: PREVENTATIVES
Post by: John G. on February 25, 2017, 06:49:12 AM
What did you put in you quesadilla besides cheese, Vixmom?
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Post by: vixmom on February 25, 2017, 06:50:54 AM
So since John asked last night  onions, mushrooms, mixed peppers (green, red and yellow), shredded cheddar, shredded Jack, shredded mozzarella. Served with sour cream and medium salsa
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Post by: vixmom on February 25, 2017, 06:51:26 AM
Didn't see you come into the room, howdy John!
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Post by: John G. on February 25, 2017, 06:51:29 AM
Sounds delicious.
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Post by: John G. on February 25, 2017, 06:51:47 AM
Howdy, Vixmom!
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Post by: vixmom on February 25, 2017, 06:53:12 AM
I am going to see Book of Mormon on Subday and then meeting the handsome Elmore for dinner at Artie's afterwards so I imagine I shall be missing the first part of the Oscars at the very least . 
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Post by: John G. on February 25, 2017, 06:54:12 AM
Of the few Oscar nominees I saw, I liked He'll or High Water best, but Druxy's right. It won't win.

Hidden Figures was second, but it won't win.

La La Land will.
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Post by: vixmom on February 25, 2017, 06:54:50 AM
That's my standard quesadilla... If I happen to have leftover chicken or steak in the fridge they will make it into the filing.  But usually it's just the veggies.
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Post by: John G. on February 25, 2017, 06:55:01 AM
Hope you enjoy the show and dinner, Vixmom.
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Post by: vixmom on February 25, 2017, 06:56:12 AM
I can't remember the last movie I went to.  I don't even know what's in the running. (Except for LaLa land and Emma Stone since that's constantly popping up on the tv)
Title: Re: PREVENTATIVES
Post by: vixmom on February 25, 2017, 06:57:28 AM
Hope you enjoy the show and dinner, Vixmom.

Thanks. I amlooking forward to both.  Vixdad bought me the ticket for Christmas I am so glad it was for this week and not the last couple
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Post by: John G. on February 25, 2017, 06:59:35 AM
I'm off to a new breakfast place this morning called Snooze. Their cocktail list looks promising. The breakfast dishes look over the top, things like cinnamon roll pancakes with belly bacon in them.
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Post by: Jrand74 on February 25, 2017, 07:00:40 AM
Strong healing and wellness vibes for MR BK & RICHARD SHERMAN and DR TCB.
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Post by: Jrand74 on February 25, 2017, 07:00:53 AM
SAMUEL vibes for DR TCB.
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Post by: Jrand74 on February 25, 2017, 07:01:32 AM
DR GINNY they canceled our Thunderstorm watch early....we got a bit of rain and some wind, but nothing like they predicted.

Today a bit of snow and wind and COLD temperatures.
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Post by: John G. on February 25, 2017, 07:05:32 AM
SAMUEL vibes for DR TCB.

Second Samuel vibes for DR TCB
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Post by: John G. on February 25, 2017, 07:06:54 AM
I think they sent the thunderstorm watch here, JRAND. Thunderstorms predicted through Tuesday.
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Post by: John G. on February 25, 2017, 07:07:03 AM
Three!
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Post by: elmore3003 on February 25, 2017, 07:09:14 AM
The laundry is in the washers, and now I will make the bed.
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Post by: ChasSmith on February 25, 2017, 07:09:58 AM
I make a simple quesdilla.  For me, the tortilla (I like to alternate between flour and corn) and the cheese (always jack, sometimes with cheddar), warmed on a griddle, are a purely magical taste sensation.  I also consider some diced green chiles to be part of a basic quesadilla.

After that, some fresh guacamole and/or some shredded or diced chicken or beef.  A dab of sour cream is nice, but optional.

And that's about it.  As much as I love onion and bell peppers and all the rest, I'm more likely to throw these into an "everything" type of burrito.
Title: Re: PREVENTATIVES
Post by: ChasSmith on February 25, 2017, 07:11:38 AM
I'm off to a new breakfast place this morning called Snooze. Their cocktail list looks promising. The breakfast dishes look over the top, things like cinnamon roll pancakes with belly bacon in them.

I just fainted.
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Post by: John G. on February 25, 2017, 07:13:27 AM
I'm off to a new breakfast place this morning called Snooze. Their cocktail list looks promising. The breakfast dishes look over the top, things like cinnamon roll pancakes with belly bacon in them.

I just fainted.

Yeah, but I don't know how over the top I wanna get. At least this morning.
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Post by: ChasSmith on February 25, 2017, 07:22:23 AM
I was pleasantly surprised at the positive audience reaction to this La Cage last night.  Okay, opening night, so it's populated by everybody's friends and family.  But that audience was just what this cast needed and they rose to the occasion.  I hadn't been too impressed with the proceedings prior to this, but the music started, and the opening monologue, and suddenly they had a real show going on.

A couple of the supporting cast are really not good, but the show is carried well by the rest.  Very sparse set design, but that's working, too.  The band is too loud, I know that, and though we're in a cavernous church, most are good players who could be damping it way the hell down but they're not being guided.  Maybe that will improve, but, oh well.  It's turning out to be an okay gig.  Three weekends.
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Post by: FJL on February 25, 2017, 07:32:39 AM
One thing I've learned this week: sometimes what is painfully obvious to you may only become obvious to another some time later.


And sometimes it never becomes obvious to that other person.
Title: Re: PREVENTATIVES
Post by: Jane on February 25, 2017, 07:51:37 AM
I'm gonna tell you how fate works sometimes - I don't think it's much of a secret that my original plan for book writing this year was a new Adriana book - had the title and the setting all picked and it was a good one.  So, I'll reveal the title because when I do if you've heard the news today you'll know how a) prescient I sometimes am, and b) how awful it would have been had I actually written it in terms of the timing.  Murder at the Magic Castle.  For those who haven't heard, they found a dead body in a closet there - being investigated as a suicide at the moment.  Weird?

The catchy title would have been very bad timing, and yes weird.
Title: Re: PREVENTATIVES
Post by: Jane on February 25, 2017, 07:57:12 AM
Rehab places for physical injuries can potentially be very pleasant if the expectation is that it will be short-term (as opposed to permanent, that is).

When my mom had a fracture a few years ago that just had to heal, she really liked being in a a place where she felt secure in case of an aggravation of the accident spot, plus: at least for a short period, the variety of the activities they tried to plan for the patients was most enjoyable to her as she healed for that month or so.


I am glad your mother had a good experience.   She must have been in a good one.
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Post by: Jane on February 25, 2017, 08:01:05 AM
When I was in the hospital after my shoulder surgery I briefly thought they would send me to the nursing home I used to volunteer at.  In that brief moment before I came to my senses and remembered I had Keith to take care of me, the thought of going there was horrible.
Title: Re: PREVENTATIVES
Post by: Jane on February 25, 2017, 08:01:28 AM
No longer care about the Oscars except which song wins so I can change it from nominee to winner in my Itunes listing.

;D
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Post by: Jane on February 25, 2017, 08:09:34 AM
I have never tried to predict the winners, just hoped my favorites would win.  This year I hope two things, that LA LA LAND does not win best picture, and that Nicole does not win for her performance.

If I agree or disagree it doesn't matter, I have always felt winning an award is not the place to get up and express ones political views.
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Post by: Jane on February 25, 2017, 08:12:47 AM
I hope Isabelle Huppert can pull an upset and win.

I did not see Elle.
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Post by: Jane on February 25, 2017, 08:18:39 AM
Of the few Oscar nominees I saw, I liked He'll or High Water best, but Druxy's right. It won't win.

Hidden Figures was second, but it won't win.

La La Land will.

I thought both of those were much better than LLL, and worthy of their nominations.
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Post by: ChasSmith on February 25, 2017, 08:42:04 AM
Belated apologies for yesterday's photo being so large.  Now that I'm using Photobucket, I just upload whatever I've got without giving it a thought.  On my browser it was fine, so I'm sorry y'all had to scroll to see it all.
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Post by: ChasSmith on February 25, 2017, 08:42:52 AM
I need to go out to the supermarket and stock up on a few things.
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Post by: Kerry on February 25, 2017, 08:42:53 AM
Poor Richard Sherman.    Vibes are definitely being sent his way,
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Post by: elmore3003 on February 25, 2017, 08:45:08 AM
And the laundry is in the dryers.  My next job is to clean out my storage are and find last year's taxes.  I will do that after the laundry is finished.
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Post by: ChasSmith on February 25, 2017, 08:46:04 AM
I don't know what time I'll be back tomorrow to tune into the Oscars.  Our Sunday show starts at 5 pm, and I think there's a little something after that I should attend.  At any rate, I'm pretty sure I'll be getting a late start.  Not that I'm in such an Oscar mood this year, but I usually can't resist watching the bloodbath.  I, too, still wish it was done at least a month later, like it was back in the day.
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Post by: Ginny on February 25, 2017, 09:00:18 AM
Saturday morning/afternoon greetings!  I'm starting this post at 11:57am, so by the time it appears it will probably be afternoon.  I was the last member of the household to get up this morning, which is ver-r-r-ry unusual.  Had a little trouble going to sleep last night, probably due to the 2 squares of very dark Ghirardelli chocolate that I ate about 10pm.
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Post by: John G. on February 25, 2017, 09:19:19 AM
I went for a pair of eggs Benedict, one with pulled pork and green chili, the other with prosciutto and arugula. A peanut butter cup pancake. And a decaf Cafe Negroni, because gin is what's for breakfast.
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Post by: vixmom on February 25, 2017, 09:25:42 AM
We went to IHOP where I had a 1/2 waffle with a maple sauce and toasted pecans
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Post by: vixmom on February 25, 2017, 09:26:26 AM
They offered it as a combo with eggs, bacon, and sausage but I could boot have possibly eaten all of that
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Post by: vixmom on February 25, 2017, 09:26:45 AM
One load of towels in the dryer another in the washer
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Post by: Jrand74 on February 25, 2017, 10:41:34 AM
Continued good show/audience vibes for DR CHAS SMITH.

It's nice to be involved with a HIT!
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Post by: Druxy on February 25, 2017, 10:46:30 AM
I have yet to see LA LA LAND, but I am surprised that there is so many negative comments about it, yet it appears to be the clear favorite.

Why do people "hate" it?
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Post by: Jrand74 on February 25, 2017, 10:47:02 AM
I may not watch the Oscars this year.....I am not saying that I necessarily disagree with what they are saying....but there are better places to say it.  It eventually becomes overkill.....very very quickly.....

Jane Fonda - unexpected voice of reason....

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qlxvt8eJEDE
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Post by: Druxy on February 25, 2017, 10:59:21 AM
I may not watch the Oscars this year.....I am not saying that I necessarily disagree with what they are saying....but there are better places to say it.  It eventually becomes overkill.....very very quickly.....

Jane Fonda - unexpected voice of reason....

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qlxvt8eJEDE

Totally agree.
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Post by: bk on February 25, 2017, 11:08:26 AM
I'm up, I'm up - I have no idea how much sleep I got but I'd be surprised if it was over four hours.  I didn't Ny-Quil last night and simply could not fall asleep.  While I'm sure I did sleep it felt like I was up and then of course we have the hammering and yammering on this fine Saturday.
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Post by: Jane on February 25, 2017, 12:23:35 PM
I may not watch the Oscars this year.....I am not saying that I necessarily disagree with what they are saying....but there are better places to say it.  It eventually becomes overkill.....very very quickly.....

Jane Fonda - unexpected voice of reason....

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qlxvt8eJEDE

Nice clip.

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Post by: John G. on February 25, 2017, 12:24:47 PM
I have yet to see LA LA LAND, but I am surprised that there is so many negative comments about it, yet it appears to be the clear favorite.

Why do people "hate" it?

I didn't hate it, but it's nowhere near as good as it should have been.

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Post by: Jane on February 25, 2017, 12:25:42 PM
That is why I don't want it to win.  There were better films this year.
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Post by: Jane on February 25, 2017, 12:28:44 PM
(http://i72.photobucket.com/albums/i188/dburdyshaw/Z%20Misc%203%20FEP/happy-birthday-dan.jpg)
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Post by: Jrand74 on February 25, 2017, 12:42:06 PM
Hammering and yammering
Yammering and hammering
It must be Saturday in the neighborhood.....
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Post by: John G. on February 25, 2017, 01:39:30 PM
I have yet to see LA LA LAND, but I am surprised that there is so many negative comments about it, yet it appears to be the clear favorite.

Why do people "hate" it?

I didn't hate it, but it's nowhere near as good as it should have been.



One of the big problems with the movie seemed to be that the creators don't know why the better musicals work as a whole. The opening number was wonderful while it lasted, but neither of the leads was in it. They were each in their separate cars stuck in the traffic, seemingly above or removed from the dancers and singers. So when the song ended, we were left with nothing that connected it to the story. Who were they people singing? We don't know and we weren't given the chance to care. Also, do only young, attractive, talented people get stuck in L.A. traffic? 
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Post by: elmore3003 on February 25, 2017, 02:22:24 PM
Well, god damn!  I just got a jury summons for March 16, right in the middle of "The New Yorkers."  I've asked my doctor to write me a deferment.  Getting to jury duty when you're fit is a bit of an ordeal, but in my current shape it's terrifying: subways at rush hour, trying to navigate crowds and stairs, walking several blocks to the court house.  Shoot me.
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Post by: John G. on February 25, 2017, 02:42:25 PM
Horrible, Larry. Hope the doc'll do it.
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Post by: ChasSmith on February 25, 2017, 03:00:22 PM
Is it also not possible to defer it yourself, claiming employment or other needs, and then you have to comply next time you're called?

But if the doctor will do it, then hell yes.
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Post by: Ginny on February 25, 2017, 03:11:35 PM
I got out of jury duty once, based on work commitments.  But the next time I was called I was retired and had to make myself available.
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Post by: elmore3003 on February 25, 2017, 03:23:34 PM
I climbed the ladder, found the tax info from last year that I needed, and my work is finished.  I'm thinking about dinner.
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Post by: bk on February 25, 2017, 03:36:03 PM
Had a fun visit with cousins and brother - didn't eat anything.  Came home and made the other eight ounces of bow tie pasta with some red sauce and eating that now.
Title: Re: PREVENTATIVES
Post by: Druxy on February 25, 2017, 03:40:16 PM
I have yet to see LA LA LAND, but I am surprised that there is so many negative comments about it, yet it appears to be the clear favorite.

Why do people "hate" it?

I didn't hate it, but it's nowhere near as good as it should have been.



One of the big problems with the movie seemed to be that the creators don't know why the better musicals work as a whole. The opening number was wonderful while it lasted, but neither of the leads was in it. They were each in their separate cars stuck in the traffic, seemingly above or removed from the dancers and singers. So when the song ended, we were left with nothing that connected it to the story. Who were they people singing? We don't know and we weren't given the chance to care. Also, do only young, attractive, talented people get stuck in L.A. traffic? 

Older, less attractive, untalented people are wise enough not to get stuck in L.A. traffic.

 :D
Title: Re: PREVENTATIVES
Post by: Jane on February 25, 2017, 04:32:20 PM
Well, god damn!  I just got a jury summons for March 16, right in the middle of "The New Yorkers."  I've asked my doctor to write me a deferment.  Getting to jury duty when you're fit is a bit of an ordeal, but in my current shape it's terrifying: subways at rush hour, trying to navigate crowds and stairs, walking several blocks to the court house.  Shoot me.

Twice I have had notes from doctors.  The second note pretty much removed me from the list.  I hope I don't get called in Washington have have to begin again with notes.
Title: Re: PREVENTATIVES
Post by: Jane on February 25, 2017, 04:33:28 PM
Had a fun visit with cousins and brother - didn't eat anything.  Came home and made the other eight ounces of bow tie pasta with some red sauce and eating that now.

I'm glad you were able to go.
Title: Re: PREVENTATIVES
Post by: Jane on February 25, 2017, 04:34:34 PM
I have yet to see LA LA LAND, but I am surprised that there is so many negative comments about it, yet it appears to be the clear favorite.

Why do people "hate" it?

I didn't hate it, but it's nowhere near as good as it should have been.



One of the big problems with the movie seemed to be that the creators don't know why the better musicals work as a whole. The opening number was wonderful while it lasted, but neither of the leads was in it. They were each in their separate cars stuck in the traffic, seemingly above or removed from the dancers and singers. So when the song ended, we were left with nothing that connected it to the story. Who were they people singing? We don't know and we weren't given the chance to care. Also, do only young, attractive, talented people get stuck in L.A. traffic? 

Older, less attractive, untalented people are wise enough not to get stuck in L.A. traffic.

 :D

;D

I enjoyed the opening number and thought it was rather clever, though I agree about the disconnected issue.
Title: Re: PREVENTATIVES
Post by: John G. on February 25, 2017, 05:06:33 PM
I have yet to see LA LA LAND, but I am surprised that there is so many negative comments about it, yet it appears to be the clear favorite.

Why do people "hate" it?

I didn't hate it, but it's nowhere near as good as it should have been.



One of the big problems with the movie seemed to be that the creators don't know why the better musicals work as a whole. The opening number was wonderful while it lasted, but neither of the leads was in it. They were each in their separate cars stuck in the traffic, seemingly above or removed from the dancers and singers. So when the song ended, we were left with nothing that connected it to the story. Who were they people singing? We don't know and we weren't given the chance to care. Also, do only young, attractive, talented people get stuck in L.A. traffic? 

Older, less attractive, untalented people are wise enough not to get stuck in L.A. traffic.

 :D

:)
Title: Re: PREVENTATIVES
Post by: George on February 25, 2017, 08:58:21 PM
George - great to hear the show went well.

Thanks, Fred!  We have 20 people tonight...several actors and assorted theater types, and they're loving it! :D
Title: Re: PREVENTATIVES
Post by: George on February 25, 2017, 09:18:12 PM
I have yet to see LA LA LAND, but I am surprised that there is so many negative comments about it, yet it appears to be the clear favorite.

Why do people "hate" it?

I certainly enjoyed it, but I don't want either of the lead actors to win.  I thought that Meryl Streep's performance was much more worthy of the Golden Globe and the role is more Oscar-worthy.  I haven't seen any of the other female leads, so I don't otherwise have a preference.
Title: Re: PREVENTATIVES
Post by: George on February 25, 2017, 09:20:13 PM
Horrible, Larry. Hope the doc'll do it.

Ditto and Ditto!!
Title: Re: PREVENTATIVES
Post by: George on February 25, 2017, 09:21:52 PM
It's intermission and it's going really well.  The audience is definitely enjoying it.  This is the most vocal audience that we've had. :)
Title: Re: PREVENTATIVES
Post by: bk on February 25, 2017, 09:23:25 PM
Page four?  Really?
Title: Re: PREVENTATIVES
Post by: bk on February 25, 2017, 09:24:14 PM
Finished with my viewing.  The not enough sleep caught up with me at around three - I feel trashed - and I will absolutely Ny-Quil and there will be no hammering and yammering in the morning.
Title: Re: PREVENTATIVES
Post by: TCB on February 25, 2017, 10:56:35 PM
Good evening!
Title: Re: PREVENTATIVES
Post by: TCB on February 25, 2017, 10:57:22 PM
I am home from the theater.
Title: Re: PREVENTATIVES
Post by: TCB on February 25, 2017, 11:00:14 PM
I survived my first rehearsal in six weeks.
Title: Re: PREVENTATIVES
Post by: TCB on February 25, 2017, 11:02:10 PM
And the performance was great.
Title: Re: PREVENTATIVES
Post by: TCB on February 25, 2017, 11:02:26 PM
Not perfect, but great.
Title: Re: PREVENTATIVES
Post by: TCB on February 25, 2017, 11:02:52 PM
At least, I wasn't perfect.
Title: Re: PREVENTATIVES
Post by: TCB on February 25, 2017, 11:04:06 PM
One more to go.
Title: Re: PREVENTATIVES
Post by: TCB on February 25, 2017, 11:04:34 PM
Page Five
Title: Re: PREVENTATIVES
Post by: TCB on February 25, 2017, 11:06:18 PM
I am supposed to call the character B-Flat a retard, but tonight he was a pervert instead.
Title: Re: PREVENTATIVES
Post by: TCB on February 25, 2017, 11:07:05 PM
Oh well, we all got a good laugh out of it after the show.
Title: Re: PREVENTATIVES
Post by: TCB on February 25, 2017, 11:07:39 PM
We had a very response crowd of 55 people.
Title: Re: PREVENTATIVES
Post by: TCB on February 25, 2017, 11:08:38 PM
A lot of them also saw the production last year.
Title: Re: PREVENTATIVES
Post by: TCB on February 25, 2017, 11:09:03 PM
Everyone said they loved this version.
Title: Re: PREVENTATIVES
Post by: TCB on February 25, 2017, 11:11:15 PM
We have another performance tomorrow afternoon.
Title: Re: PREVENTATIVES
Post by: TCB on February 25, 2017, 11:12:13 PM
And then next Friday is our performance at the state theater festival.
Title: Re: PREVENTATIVES
Post by: TCB on February 25, 2017, 11:16:50 PM
It felt good to be back on stage, although I think this show will be it.
Title: Re: PREVENTATIVES
Post by: TCB on February 25, 2017, 11:17:40 PM
We could take this show to the Regional Festival in Idaho.
Title: Re: PREVENTATIVES
Post by: bk on February 25, 2017, 11:18:48 PM
I've taken Ny-Quil and in a few moments I suppose I shall write some notes.
Title: Re: PREVENTATIVES
Post by: TCB on February 25, 2017, 11:19:05 PM
Or even as far as the National Festival in Minnesota in June.
Title: Re: PREVENTATIVES
Post by: TCB on February 25, 2017, 11:20:09 PM
BK, we need a good game for tomorrow's Oscar Party.
Title: Re: PREVENTATIVES
Post by: TCB on February 25, 2017, 11:21:00 PM
Like the year we played food as movie titles.
Title: Re: PREVENTATIVES
Post by: TCB on February 25, 2017, 11:21:54 PM
Say.....

FIFTY SHADES DARKER CHOCOLATE
LA LA LASAGNA
Title: Re: PREVENTATIVES
Post by: TCB on February 25, 2017, 11:22:31 PM
Okay, other people could do better with a little time.
Title: Re: PREVENTATIVES
Post by: bk on February 25, 2017, 11:23:31 PM
In other news, I've taken Ny-Quil and in a few moments I suppose I shall write some notes.
Title: Re: PREVENTATIVES
Post by: Jane on February 25, 2017, 11:33:26 PM
And the performance was great.

:)
Title: Re: PREVENTATIVES
Post by: Jane on February 25, 2017, 11:34:23 PM
I am supposed to call the character B-Flat a retard, but tonight he was a pervert instead.

😃
Title: Re: PREVENTATIVES
Post by: Jane on February 25, 2017, 11:35:35 PM
We could take this show to the Regional Festival in Idaho.

Vibes you do!
Title: Re: PREVENTATIVES
Post by: Jane on February 25, 2017, 11:36:39 PM
I have an early morning so, hopefully,

'night
Title: Re: PREVENTATIVES
Post by: George on February 25, 2017, 11:38:16 PM
We could take this show to the Regional Festival in Idaho.

Vibes you do!

~~~Ditto!!~~~
Title: Re: PREVENTATIVES
Post by: TCB on February 25, 2017, 11:39:20 PM
Night, Jane.
Title: Re: PREVENTATIVES
Post by: George on February 25, 2017, 11:39:30 PM
I am home from the theater.

As am I...and about to finally feed my face. :D
Title: Re: PREVENTATIVES
Post by: TCB on February 25, 2017, 11:40:49 PM
We could take this show to the Regional Festival in Idaho.

Vibes you do!

~~~Ditto!!~~~


Thanks, Jane and George.
Title: Re: PREVENTATIVES
Post by: TCB on February 25, 2017, 11:42:19 PM
They brought in pizza for the cast tonight.
Title: Re: PREVENTATIVES
Post by: George on February 25, 2017, 11:42:50 PM
BK, we need a good game for tomorrow's Oscar Party.

Sadly, I will not be able to partake of the party-ing. :( I had agreed to help my sister and neice to take apart my niece's very heavy IKEA bed and schlep it downstairs into their garage. :P
Title: Re: PREVENTATIVES
Post by: George on February 25, 2017, 11:42:59 PM
They brought in pizza for the cast tonight.

Nice!
Title: Re: PREVENTATIVES
Post by: George on February 25, 2017, 11:45:13 PM
I don't know if our show is even going to have a cast party. :-\
Title: Re: PREVENTATIVES
Post by: TCB on February 25, 2017, 11:45:21 PM
BK, we need a good game for tomorrow's Oscar Party.

Sadly, I will not be able to partake of the party-ing. :( I had agreed to help my sister and neice to take apart my niece's very heavy IKEA bed and schlep it downstairs into their garage. :P


Who moves a bed on Oscar night?
Title: Re: PREVENTATIVES
Post by: TCB on February 25, 2017, 11:46:13 PM
I don't know if our show is even going to have a cast party. :-\


Oh no!  That is sad.  Why?
Title: Re: PREVENTATIVES
Post by: TCB on February 25, 2017, 11:47:25 PM
Page 6
Title: Re: PREVENTATIVES
Post by: George on February 25, 2017, 11:48:07 PM
BK, we need a good game for tomorrow's Oscar Party.

Sadly, I will not be able to partake of the party-ing. :( I had agreed to help my sister and neice to take apart my niece's very heavy IKEA bed and schlep it downstairs into their garage. :P


Who moves a bed on Oscar night?

Evidently, my sister. ::)
Title: Re: PREVENTATIVES
Post by: George on February 25, 2017, 11:49:04 PM
I don't know if our show is even going to have a cast party. :-\


Oh no!  That is sad.  Why?

I just haven't heard if there is going to be one.  They may have had get-togethers during rehearsals, but I wasn't involved then.
Title: Re: PREVENTATIVES
Post by: TCB on February 25, 2017, 11:51:42 PM
I shouldn't say it is sad, I rarely go to the cast parties.
Title: Re: PREVENTATIVES
Post by: George on February 25, 2017, 11:53:28 PM
I shouldn't say it is sad, I rarely go to the cast parties.

It wouldn't bother me if there wasn't one.
Title: Re: PREVENTATIVES
Post by: TCB on February 25, 2017, 11:57:14 PM
I know some people who only do theater for the cast parties and the socializing.