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Title: FLAKY FLIX
Post by: bk on May 02, 2019, 12:29:30 AM
Well, you've read the notes, the notes were flaky, and now it is time for you to post until the flaky cows come home.
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Post by: bk on May 02, 2019, 12:30:53 AM
And the word of the day is: BOMBINATE!
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Post by: FJL on May 02, 2019, 12:44:20 AM
Flaky Flix sounds like Frosted Flakes somehow.
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Post by: FJL on May 02, 2019, 12:44:52 AM
Thank yoiu for the lovely birthday wishes, BK!
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Post by: FJL on May 02, 2019, 12:45:23 AM
Thank you so much, George
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Post by: George on May 02, 2019, 12:47:20 AM
First post after Fred, the birthday boy!
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Post by: George on May 02, 2019, 12:48:13 AM
And let's make it official, since it's finally official on the left coast: 

A Very Happy (official) Birthday to DR FJL!! :D
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Post by: George on May 02, 2019, 01:24:42 AM
And now, I'm off to bed.

Have a good day, all...especially Fred! ;D
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Post by: elmore3003 on May 02, 2019, 04:49:40 AM
Good morning, all!
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Post by: elmore3003 on May 02, 2019, 04:50:51 AM
!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!  Happy Birthday to our DR FJL  !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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Post by: elmore3003 on May 02, 2019, 04:55:04 AM
I don't know if I'm going in to City Center today or not.  I will call Joshie when I leave the doctor's office. 
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Post by: ChasSmith on May 02, 2019, 05:02:29 AM
Good morning, all.
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Post by: ChasSmith on May 02, 2019, 05:04:07 AM
A very Happy Birthday to FJL!
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Post by: ChasSmith on May 02, 2019, 05:08:11 AM
I just paid a couple of bills to get that ugly chore out of the way, and the rest of today is a Me Day.

And boy, do I need it.

It's not a vacation, though. It will be spent in the Music Room on upcoming projects.
Title: Re: FLAKY FLIX
Post by: ChasSmith on May 02, 2019, 05:13:44 AM
For one thing, I need to learn a little more about programming and tweaking MainStage, the program that more and more of our keyboard sounds come from.

For another, I need to take a look at Seth Rudetsky's DISASTER! which is the next real thing on my schedule.
Title: Re: FLAKY FLIX
Post by: vixmom on May 02, 2019, 05:41:49 AM
Happiest of Birthdays to dear Fred
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Post by: Druxy on May 02, 2019, 05:49:38 AM
T.O.D.

Always Chocolate Chip.
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Post by: Jane on May 02, 2019, 06:21:43 AM
EYE VIBES FOR TRACY!
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Post by: Jane on May 02, 2019, 07:09:25 AM
DR FJL,

(https://d2z4fd79oscvvx.cloudfront.net/0027673_tempting_chocolate_cake_205.jpeg)
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Post by: Jrand74 on May 02, 2019, 07:15:42 AM
Happy Birthday DR FREDDIE!
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Post by: Jrand74 on May 02, 2019, 07:15:52 AM
No more pain vibes for DR ELMORE.
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Post by: Jrand74 on May 02, 2019, 07:16:11 AM
I used to love watching the Bombinate movies on tv on Saturday mornings.
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Post by: Jrand74 on May 02, 2019, 07:16:46 AM
TOD:

Almond Windmill cookies with almond chips.....I still buy them, but they don't have the almond chips on them anymore.
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Post by: Jrand74 on May 02, 2019, 07:17:11 AM
I also like a Ginger Snap now and then.....but the taste certainly varies by brand.
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Post by: Jrand74 on May 02, 2019, 07:17:40 AM
I have Animal Crackers in my cookie jar because they are easy to eat, and they aren't BIG!
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Post by: Jrand74 on May 02, 2019, 07:25:50 AM
The same director and theatre that did MR BK's BRAIN FROM PLANET X here in Indy are doing DISASTER opening this weekend.
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Post by: Jrand74 on May 02, 2019, 09:50:19 AM
slow  news  day  at HHW
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Post by: Jennifer on May 02, 2019, 10:35:40 AM
Happy Birthday to DR FJL!
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Post by: Matthew on May 02, 2019, 11:15:20 AM
Good Morning, Good muffin to you
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Post by: Matthew on May 02, 2019, 11:19:48 AM
Ugh - I missed yesterday around these parts.  However, it was this guys 3rd Birthday!  Leo has turned into quite the loyal pup, always protecting his Papa and his big brother, Ben.  We are really one big happy family.
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Post by: Matthew on May 02, 2019, 11:20:29 AM
Speaking of birthdays!  Happy Birthday DR FJL!!!
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Post by: Matthew on May 02, 2019, 11:20:45 AM
Page 2 happy birthday dance!
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Post by: George on May 02, 2019, 11:38:52 AM
Ugh - I missed yesterday around these parts.  However, it was this guys 3rd Birthday!  Leo has turned into quite the loyal pup, always protecting his Papa and his big brother, Ben.  We are really one big happy family.

A Very Happy 3rd Birthday to Leo!!
Title: Re: FLAKY FLIX
Post by: George on May 02, 2019, 11:40:29 AM
Topic of the Day:  the only cookies that I can remember my mom making were pretty much chocolate chip with walnuts.  I LOVE those! :D She may have made peanut butter, which I really like also, but CCwW are my fave!!
Title: Re: FLAKY FLIX
Post by: Jane on May 02, 2019, 12:22:21 PM
TOD:

Almond Windmill cookies with almond chips.....I still buy them, but they don't have the almond chips on them anymore.

Those were very good except I found my mouth & throat itched when I ate them.
Title: Re: FLAKY FLIX
Post by: Jane on May 02, 2019, 12:23:59 PM
I also like a Ginger Snap now and then.....but the taste certainly varies by brand.

(https://images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com/images/I/817PcnP-B0L._SY355_.jpg)

Title: Re: FLAKY FLIX
Post by: Jane on May 02, 2019, 12:25:55 PM
I have Animal Crackers in my cookie jar because they are easy to eat, and they aren't BIG!

These are my favorite, however, I never find them anymore.

(http://www.snacksoveramerica.com/Merchant2/graphics/00000001/aus_zoo.gif)
Title: Re: FLAKY FLIX
Post by: Jane on May 02, 2019, 12:26:55 PM
I loved Pogens.  Sadly they were discontinued years ago.
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Post by: Jane on May 02, 2019, 12:27:55 PM
Ugh - I missed yesterday around these parts.  However, it was this guys 3rd Birthday!  Leo has turned into quite the loyal pup, always protecting his Papa and his big brother, Ben.  We are really one big happy family.

Happy 3rd birthday Leo!
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Post by: Jane on May 02, 2019, 12:29:09 PM
(http://dlisted.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/hsotdmothersflakyflix.jpg)
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Post by: bk on May 02, 2019, 12:35:44 PM
I'm up, I'm up - nine and a half hours of very needed sleep.
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Post by: George on May 02, 2019, 12:35:47 PM
(http://dlisted.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/hsotdmothersflakyflix.jpg)

Those look good!
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Post by: Jane on May 02, 2019, 12:36:22 PM
Bruce you might want to join the facebook group, Please Bring Back Flaky Flix Cookies!
https://www.facebook.com/groups/111518504917/
Title: Re: FLAKY FLIX
Post by: Jane on May 02, 2019, 12:41:06 PM
Zingerman's in Ann Arbor Michigan makes Ginger Jump-Up Cookies that are very good.  Since they are individually wrapped I can freeze them, thaw one at a time to take to the movies with me.

I have had very good ginger cookies elsewhere but those are my favorite.

(https://www.chroniclebooks.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/Ch_3_Ginger_Jump_Up_Cookies_2991-1-680x450.jpg)

Title: Re: FLAKY FLIX
Post by: elmore3003 on May 02, 2019, 12:55:46 PM
I am home from City Center via taxi, since I couldnb't walk.  Now I'm home, I can walk.  Go figure.
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Post by: elmore3003 on May 02, 2019, 12:57:12 PM
Same thing this morning: getting to the doctor was an ordeal.  When I left, walkoing was still an issue.  I sat down on a park bench for five minuyes at 70th amnd Broadway, stood up and walked fine,
Title: Re: FLAKY FLIX
Post by: ChasSmith on May 02, 2019, 12:59:51 PM
Well, damn.
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Post by: Jane on May 02, 2019, 01:05:19 PM
DR elmore, any good news from the doctor?
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Post by: FJL on May 02, 2019, 01:16:58 PM
slow  news  day  at HHW

Yikes.  I'd better get to thanking people, so we don't get a new low post day. 
Title: Re: FLAKY FLIX
Post by: FJL on May 02, 2019, 01:17:43 PM
Thank you so much, Larry.  Healing vibes to you.
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Post by: FJL on May 02, 2019, 01:18:39 PM
Thank so much again, George. 

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Post by: FJL on May 02, 2019, 01:19:24 PM
That could  also add to the posts:  I could thank everyone twice.  :)
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Post by: FJL on May 02, 2019, 01:19:57 PM
Thank you so much, Chas!
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Post by: FJL on May 02, 2019, 01:20:23 PM
Jane, thank you for the lovely wishes
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Post by: FJL on May 02, 2019, 01:20:57 PM
and also for the great low-calorie cake!
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Post by: FJL on May 02, 2019, 01:23:23 PM
Thanks for the birthday wishes, Jennifer!
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Post by: FJL on May 02, 2019, 01:24:02 PM
Thanks,Matthew, and a very happy birthday  to Leo!
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Post by: FJL on May 02, 2019, 01:27:54 PM
Thank you so much, vixmom!
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Post by: John G. on May 02, 2019, 01:32:31 PM
Good afternoon, all.
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Post by: John G. on May 02, 2019, 01:32:46 PM
Happy birthday, Fred!
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Post by: John G. on May 02, 2019, 01:33:12 PM
Happy birthday to lovely Leo!
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Post by: John G. on May 02, 2019, 01:33:20 PM
Three!
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Post by: FJL on May 02, 2019, 01:43:44 PM
Three!

That's right, Leo is three!
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Post by: FJL on May 02, 2019, 01:44:43 PM
Or he was 3 yesterday.
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Post by: FJL on May 02, 2019, 01:45:25 PM
Thanks for the birthday wish, John G!
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Post by: Ginny on May 02, 2019, 01:57:38 PM
Thursday afternoon greetings!  Richard and I just returned from some errands and lunch at one of our favorite sandwich places.
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Post by: Ginny on May 02, 2019, 01:58:00 PM
Happiest of birthdays to DR FJL!
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Post by: Jrand74 on May 02, 2019, 02:04:09 PM
Leo looks like a fine canine.
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Post by: Jrand74 on May 02, 2019, 02:04:34 PM
That was a very nice email that MR BK got yesterday RE: NAKED SPACE
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Post by: Jrand74 on May 02, 2019, 02:05:31 PM
DR JANE those Ginger Jump Ups look very good.

DR GEORGE reminds me that my mom made Peanut Butter Drop cookies now and then.....very good.
Title: Re: FLAKY FLIX
Post by: bk on May 02, 2019, 02:10:38 PM
Back from picking up one package - which came yesterday after I'd left.
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Post by: John G. on May 02, 2019, 02:53:50 PM
TOD:

Rum tarts. Mom used to make a cookie rolled out paper thin and then cut out. After baking, you’d fill the cookies with raspberry jelly then top with rum glaze.

I don’t have the patience or time to make them so I may never have them again.
Title: Re: FLAKY FLIX
Post by: Jane on May 02, 2019, 03:07:35 PM
Jane, thank you for the lovely wishes

You are welcome.
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Post by: Jane on May 02, 2019, 03:07:50 PM
and also for the great low-calorie cake!

I wanted some too.
Title: Re: FLAKY FLIX
Post by: Jrand74 on May 02, 2019, 03:24:14 PM
It was nice to see my surgeon today.  Next Thursday is the two year anniversary of my surgery.

I needed to see him mostly to have his OKAY for my supplies so that my insurance would continue to pay for them.

I also spoke to him about a re connection surgery.  He said the it was possible and he would do it if I wanted him to.  But because of the loss of so much of my.....you know.....what is left would have to be stretched and I might have difficulties with incontinence, etc....

I told him that I appreciate it, but I wouldn't be trying the surgery.  I think he was glad.  He wouldn't tell me NOT to do it, but I think he was being polite it telling me the difficulties.....
Title: Re: FLAKY FLIX
Post by: Jane on May 02, 2019, 03:24:54 PM
DR JANE those Ginger Jump Ups look very good.

DR GEORGE reminds me that my mom made Peanut Butter Drop cookies now and then.....very good.

I like slightly done, slightly crispy regular peanut butter cookies.
Title: Re: FLAKY FLIX
Post by: Jane on May 02, 2019, 03:25:14 PM
TOD:

Rum tarts. Mom used to make a cookie rolled out paper thin and then cut out. After baking, you’d fill the cookies with raspberry jelly then top with rum glaze.

I don’t have the patience or time to make them so I may never have them again.

They sound delicious.
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Post by: Jane on May 02, 2019, 03:26:17 PM
It was nice to see my surgeon today.  Next Thursday is the two year anniversary of my surgery.

I needed to see him mostly to have his OKAY for my supplies so that my insurance would continue to pay for them.

I also spoke to him about a re connection surgery.  He said the it was possible and he would do it if I wanted him to.  But because of the loss of so much of my.....you know.....what is left would have to be stretched and I might have difficulties with incontinence, etc....

I told him that I appreciate it, but I wouldn't be trying the surgery.  I think he was glad.  He wouldn't tell me NOT to do it, but I think he was being polite it telling me the difficulties.....

I did not realize there is a reconstruction surgery.  Considering the side effects, I would not risk it.
Title: Re: FLAKY FLIX
Post by: Jane on May 02, 2019, 03:28:08 PM
I have been told after a year the surgeon will remove my plate & 8 screws in my elbow but he would prefer not to.  I have also been told that because of the location, and that I am thin, most people opt to have the removal surgery.  I would really like to remove the hardware.  We shall see.
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Post by: Jane on May 02, 2019, 03:30:09 PM
You can only get these in the low fat version.  I miss the original cookies.

(http://dev.snackwells.com/media/1057/infographic-devilsfoodcookiecakes.png)
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Post by: Jane on May 02, 2019, 03:33:18 PM
Was that too big?
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Post by: Jane on May 02, 2019, 03:33:34 PM
I do enjoy my oatmeal cookies.
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Post by: Jane on May 02, 2019, 03:33:45 PM
And my sour cream cookies.
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Post by: Jane on May 02, 2019, 03:34:05 PM
And my almond macaroons though they could be better.
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Post by: Jane on May 02, 2019, 03:34:52 PM
My ANZAC cookies are pretty good, better than some we have had and not as good as the first ones we ate in New Zealand.
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Post by: John G. on May 02, 2019, 03:41:37 PM
Cookies are too time-consuming to make.
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Post by: John G. on May 02, 2019, 03:42:20 PM
I’d rather make cake or a pie.
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Post by: Jane on May 02, 2019, 04:24:57 PM
Make the cookie dough ahead, roll it into balls, and then freeze.  Baking won't take long at all and you can bake as few as you want.
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Post by: Jeanne on May 02, 2019, 04:25:37 PM
Hello, everyone.
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Post by: Jeanne on May 02, 2019, 04:26:45 PM
Happy Birthday to DR FJL!

May you have a great day!


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Post by: Jeanne on May 02, 2019, 04:27:30 PM
Happy Birthday to DD Leo, too.
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Post by: Jeanne on May 02, 2019, 04:30:40 PM
Make the cookie dough ahead, roll it into balls, and then freeze.  Baking won't take long at all and you can bake as few as you want.

Trader Joe's in Alexandria used to sell an apple strudel loaf that was frozen. Not only was it tasty, but I could slice off just one or two pieces at a time and bake them. I've never seen it here.
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Post by: Jeanne on May 02, 2019, 04:37:17 PM
Last night DR John G posted about Brokenwood Mysteries and their use of Willie Nelson's song, Crazy. I've never been a country music fan, but I've always loved Patsy Cline and especially Crazy. It really suits Brokenwood Mysteries, too.
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Post by: Jeanne on May 02, 2019, 04:37:37 PM
I read that there will be another season of Brokenwood, too.
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Post by: Jeanne on May 02, 2019, 04:41:30 PM
Speaking of Aussie productions (New Zealand is close, after all), those of you who like Essie Davis might enjoy CLOUDSTREET. It's VERY dark, but she is wonderful in it.
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Post by: Jeanne on May 02, 2019, 04:42:38 PM
Continued vibes for Larry's foot.
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Post by: Jeanne on May 02, 2019, 04:42:46 PM
TTFN.
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Post by: Jane on May 02, 2019, 04:58:36 PM
Make the cookie dough ahead, roll it into balls, and then freeze.  Baking won't take long at all and you can bake as few as you want.

Trader Joe's in Alexandria used to sell an apple strudel loaf that was frozen. Not only was it tasty, but I could slice off just one or two pieces at a time and bake them. I've never seen it here.

Have you asked if your local store can get it?
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Post by: Jane on May 02, 2019, 05:01:39 PM
Speaking of Aussie productions (New Zealand is close, after all), those of you who like Essie Davis might enjoy CLOUDSTREET. It's VERY dark, but she is wonderful in it.

Is it a 3 part mini-series?
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Post by: Laura on May 02, 2019, 05:24:21 PM
Good evening.
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Post by: Laura on May 02, 2019, 05:24:33 PM
Happy Birthday, FJL!
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Post by: Jeanne on May 02, 2019, 05:58:40 PM
Speaking of Aussie productions (New Zealand is close, after all), those of you who like Essie Davis might enjoy CLOUDSTREET. It's VERY dark, but she is wonderful in it.

Is it a 3 part mini-series?

6-part. Acorn TV has it. But it is very dark. I watched it all and am glad I did, but it's not an upper.
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Post by: George on May 02, 2019, 06:20:50 PM
It's been a couple of years, but I had ordered some raw cookie dough from a company that makes sure that the dough is safe for being eaten raw.  The flavors that I got were very good.  They actually can also be baked, but why? ;) Anyway, they also have some gluten-free options, and dairy-free options, and vegan options, and even a Paleo option.  The company is Edoughble and their website is https://www.edoughble.com/ (https://www.edoughble.com/).  I can recommend them!
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Post by: George on May 02, 2019, 06:21:05 PM
Last year, I came across another raw cookie dough site, but their shipping costs were much higher than Edoughble's...over $30, where Edoughble's can be under $5.00. :D
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Post by: Jane on May 02, 2019, 06:24:10 PM
Speaking of Aussie productions (New Zealand is close, after all), those of you who like Essie Davis might enjoy CLOUDSTREET. It's VERY dark, but she is wonderful in it.

Is it a 3 part mini-series?

6-part. Acorn TV has it. But it is very dark. I watched it all and am glad I did, but it's not an upper.

IMDB is showing 3 episodes, at 1hr 50 min each.  I am guessing each episode you watched was half of that.
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Post by: Jane on May 02, 2019, 06:48:09 PM
The fact that CLOUDSTREET is very dark might be the reason I have not read the novel yet.
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Post by: George on May 02, 2019, 07:16:51 PM
Oh, no!  Peter Mayhew, Chewbacca in 'Star Wars' franchise, dies at 74 (https://www.nbcnews.com/pop-culture/movies/peter-mayhew-chewbacca-star-wars-franchise-dies-74-n1001461). :(
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Post by: George on May 02, 2019, 07:33:16 PM
And now, I'm outta here.  I need to get some kitty treats for Neve.

Be back later!
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Post by: FJL on May 02, 2019, 08:14:48 PM
Thank you, Ginny!
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Post by: FJL on May 02, 2019, 08:15:31 PM
Also thanks to Jeanne!
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Post by: FJL on May 02, 2019, 08:16:15 PM
Many thanks to Laura, too!
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Post by: Jrand74 on May 02, 2019, 08:20:18 PM
Yes DR JANE.....it's a very personal decision as you say.

MOST people have the re connection surgery when they have the colonectomy but it was not possible when I had mine.

I will take what I have....I'm alive...anyway.....
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Post by: bk on May 02, 2019, 08:20:22 PM
Had a quite good second Kritzerland rehearsal.  And then a wonderful supper with Peyton and mom.  We've got a very big project for Peyton next February - a straight play that I'll be directing for the Group Rep, written by Doug.  A huge role and not an easy one.
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Post by: John G. on May 02, 2019, 08:34:32 PM
I read that there will be another season of Brokenwood, too.

Did you watch the extra on the Brokenwood set? It was a four-minute clip with interviews from the actors. The redhead said that since each season was really the equivalent of four movies, they've made 20 movies altogether. The lead actress (I can't remember names) said it felt like it. But they all seemed to enjoy their parts and not many were good at guessing who the murderer would be.
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Post by: John G. on May 02, 2019, 08:34:50 PM
Had a quite good second Kritzerland rehearsal.  And then a wonderful supper with Peyton and mom.  We've got a very big project for Peyton next February - a straight play that I'll be directing for the Group Rep, written by Doug.  A huge role and not an easy one.

Great news for Peyton.
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Post by: John G. on May 02, 2019, 08:35:50 PM
I never had a store-bought cookie that I remember until I was 5 or 6 and already in school. They looked so good to me, and yet they tasted so horribly bad.
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Post by: John G. on May 02, 2019, 08:39:36 PM
Mom's cookbook is more about cookies than anything, and there are some beauties in there: Chocolate Surprise Cookies, Springerle, cinnamon stars, Russian tea cakes (aka Mexican wedding cookies), lemon bars, limoncello bars, Spritz (and I don't like Mom's; hers are rather like Play-doh). I'm glad on a certain level that I wasn't in the country for Christmas, because this was the first year Mom didn't send a package of cookies. I think her baking days have come to an end.
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Post by: John G. on May 02, 2019, 08:40:12 PM
Why am I thinking about cookies this late at night?
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Post by: John G. on May 02, 2019, 08:41:39 PM
I really like to take two oversized cookies, preferably chocolate-chocolate chip, and turn them into ice cream sandwiches. Roll the edges in some chopped nuts, Reese's pieces, coconut or cherries and then refreeze for about 15 minutes.

Yummy.
Title: Re: FLAKY FLIX
Post by: John G. on May 02, 2019, 08:41:49 PM
Is it a wonder I have diabetes?
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Post by: John G. on May 02, 2019, 08:41:56 PM
Five!
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Post by: John G. on May 02, 2019, 08:42:19 PM
What I have, too, is a job interview in the morning.
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Post by: John G. on May 02, 2019, 08:44:02 PM
I still don't know if I would leave my company, which just went through a major shakeup today. My area was not affected, but areas all around me were. This is the second such shuffle this year. And I could see more happening. But, as my bosses on the three levels up said to us: If we just do our jobs, then we'll be helping everybody because they can worry about other things.
Title: Re: FLAKY FLIX
Post by: vixmom on May 02, 2019, 08:46:49 PM
My grandmother used to make what she called almond crescents...I think they are The same thing as Russian tea cakes

Very buttery cookies with almonds and then when they came out of the oven they were rolled in confectionary sugar while hot
Title: Re: FLAKY FLIX
Post by: vixmom on May 02, 2019, 08:47:01 PM
My most favorite cookies ever
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Post by: vixmom on May 02, 2019, 08:48:53 PM
Interview vibes for JohnG
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Post by: vixmom on May 02, 2019, 08:49:25 PM
Surviving the shakeup vibes for John G
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Post by: vixmom on May 02, 2019, 08:49:48 PM
So FJL. Did you have a birthday cake?
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Post by: vixmom on May 02, 2019, 08:50:34 PM
Continued pain free vibes for Elmore
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Post by: vixmom on May 02, 2019, 08:51:30 PM
Jrand I admire your positive attitude
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Post by: John G. on May 02, 2019, 09:01:12 PM
Good night, all.
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Post by: John G. on May 02, 2019, 09:02:02 PM
My grandmother used to make what she called almond crescents...I think they are The same thing as Russian tea cakes

Very buttery cookies with almonds and then when they came out of the oven they were rolled in confectionary sugar while hot

Yes. They are just about the same. Mom, since she was in the South, used pecans. Only difference.
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Post by: John G. on May 02, 2019, 09:02:20 PM
Interview vibes for JohnG

Thank you, ma'am.
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Post by: vixmom on May 02, 2019, 09:45:21 PM
My grandmother used to make what she called almond crescents...I think they are The same thing as Russian tea cakes

Very buttery cookies with almonds and then when they came out of the oven they were rolled in confectionary sugar while hot



Yes. They are just about the same. Mom, since she was in the South, used pecans. Only difference.


you're right, I forgot, they were pecans, it's been so many years
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Post by: bk on May 02, 2019, 09:47:59 PM
At Hamilton, I think, they had amazing sugar cookies in the hash lines.
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Post by: Jane on May 02, 2019, 10:26:45 PM
Yes DR JANE.....it's a very personal decision as you say.

MOST people have the re connection surgery when they have the colonectomy but it was not possible when I had mine.

I will take what I have....I'm alive...anyway.....

And I am very thankful for that.
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Post by: Jane on May 02, 2019, 10:27:52 PM
Had a quite good second Kritzerland rehearsal.  And then a wonderful supper with Peyton and mom.  We've got a very big project for Peyton next February - a straight play that I'll be directing for the Group Rep, written by Doug.  A huge role and not an easy one.

It sounds exciting.
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Post by: Jane on May 02, 2019, 10:29:32 PM
Mom's cookbook is more about cookies than anything, and there are some beauties in there: Chocolate Surprise Cookies, Springerle, cinnamon stars, Russian tea cakes (aka Mexican wedding cookies), lemon bars, limoncello bars, Spritz (and I don't like Mom's; hers are rather like Play-doh). I'm glad on a certain level that I wasn't in the country for Christmas, because this was the first year Mom didn't send a package of cookies. I think her baking days have come to an end.

Thanks for reminding me about Mexican wedding cakes, without nuts for me.
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Post by: Jane on May 02, 2019, 10:32:31 PM
Meringue cookies with little chocolate chips.
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Post by: Jane on May 02, 2019, 10:33:51 PM
I really like to take two oversized cookies, preferably chocolate-chocolate chip, and turn them into ice cream sandwiches. Roll the edges in some chopped nuts, Reese's pieces, coconut or cherries and then refreeze for about 15 minutes.

Yummy.

I have a recipe for chocolate cookies which make yummy ice cream sandwiches.
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Post by: Jane on May 02, 2019, 10:34:24 PM
Is it a wonder I have diabetes?

And why I might end up with it.
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Post by: Jane on May 02, 2019, 10:34:58 PM
What I have, too, is a job interview in the morning.

Fingers crossed it goes well.
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Post by: Jane on May 02, 2019, 10:36:36 PM
Biscotti maked with Courvoisier and toasted slivered almonds.
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Post by: Jane on May 02, 2019, 10:37:07 PM
Chocolate chip cookies.
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Post by: Jane on May 02, 2019, 10:38:23 PM
Back to store bought, mustn't forget the delicious and hard to find Malomars.
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Post by: Jane on May 02, 2019, 10:39:01 PM
'Nilla Wafers.
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Post by: Jane on May 02, 2019, 10:40:45 PM
At Hamilton, I think, they had amazing sugar cookies in the hash lines.

I must not have purchased those. 
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Post by: Jane on May 02, 2019, 10:41:04 PM
That reminds me of butter cookies.
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Post by: Jane on May 02, 2019, 10:41:46 PM
I am very proud of myself for not eating a cookies today.
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Post by: Jane on May 02, 2019, 10:49:46 PM
My grandmother used to make what she called almond crescents...I think they are The same thing as Russian tea cakes

Very buttery cookies with almonds and then when they came out of the oven they were rolled in confectionary sugar while hot



Yes. They are just about the same. Mom, since she was in the South, used pecans. Only difference.


you're right, I forgot, they were pecans, it's been so many years

Are you sure they weren't with almonds?  Mexican wedding cakes are round and, as far as I remember, don't have almond extract.  Almost the same except for the shape and almonds.

I wish now I was up and could look at my recipe.
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Post by: Jane on May 02, 2019, 10:50:00 PM
'night
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Post by: TCB on May 02, 2019, 11:36:30 PM
My real estate agent was wrong.  She had three days to file the request paperwork, the Seller has ten days to respond.  I give up!


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Post by: bk on May 02, 2019, 11:43:57 PM
Notes be written.
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Post by: George on May 02, 2019, 11:51:26 PM
Had a quite good second Kritzerland rehearsal.  And then a wonderful supper with Peyton and mom.  We've got a very big project for Peyton next February - a straight play that I'll be directing for the Group Rep, written by Doug.  A huge role and not an easy one.

Great news for Peyton.

Agreed!
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Post by: George on May 02, 2019, 11:53:12 PM
Is it a wonder I have diabetes?

I feel your pain! ::)

;)
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Post by: George on May 02, 2019, 11:56:40 PM
Is it a wonder I have diabetes?

And why I might end up with it.

Of course, genetics plays a part in it, as well.  My mom's mom and my dad's dad and my cousin and a few other family members are/were diabetic, also. :-\
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Post by: George on May 02, 2019, 11:57:57 PM
What I have, too, is a job interview in the morning.

~~~Interview Vibes for John!!~~~
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Post by: George on May 03, 2019, 12:02:32 AM
My grandmother used to make what she called almond crescents...I think they are The same thing as Russian tea cakes

Very buttery cookies with almonds and then when they came out of the oven they were rolled in confectionary sugar while hot



Yes. They are just about the same. Mom, since she was in the South, used pecans. Only difference.


you're right, I forgot, they were pecans, it's been so many years

Are you sure they weren't with almonds?  Mexican wedding cakes are round and, as far as I remember, don't have almond extract.  Almost the same except for the shape and almonds.

I wish now I was up and could look at my recipe.

That reminds me that my mom used to make (and still does every Christmas!) German almond crescent cookies that were dusted with (not rolled in) powdered sugar, but they didn't have almond extract, just almonds. 
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Post by: George on May 03, 2019, 12:02:40 AM
They're not like Russian tea cakes, though...unless they are and I just don't know what Russian tea cakes are.

;)