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Well, you've read the notes, the notes noteworthy, and now it is time for you to post until the cows come home - they've been asked to write a book, and they are - it's called When The Cows Come Home by The Cows.
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Hi, Danise! I'm up because one of the cats just crashed landed on the piano. That's a new way of getting me up for their 5 oclock treat.
How are things going with Mom?
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~~~~~~~~~~~Vibes to Danise for today~~~~~~~~~
I'm glad you have Bear and Sheena waiting at home to comfort you. Animals are amazing and seem to sense when you really need it!
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BK, I will be thinking of you at 3 my time today and wishing you all manner of percussion, pitched and otherwise, for your meeting.
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Back to slumberland...
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Hi Edisaurus,
Mom is still with us. I thought she was going to leave us there. Her fingers and mouth were turning grey but now they are back to normal color and the nurse said that she could last up to a week like this.
I don't know what to hope for. I have got to go home at some point and check on the poor dogs. I haven't been home since Sunday and I have to get the mail out of the box. I wasn't planning on being gone this long.
I don't know what to do.
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Good luck to Dear BK.
I'm glad that Cillaliz found her office furniture. :)
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I have those 2 ten pound dry dog feeders in the house and I don't think they could eat all of that but since I've never left them with that much food before, I'm not sure.
They should also have lots of water but I'd like to give them some fresh.
I may try to make a quick run home this morning.
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I have cleaned out my mail box. :)
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Lunch meeting vibrations for MR Brushes Kimmel.
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Book covers....hmmmm
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Off to work.
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Excellent vibes to BK for his important lunch. It is about time that you asked Leslie Parrish to marry you.
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Hugs and love to Danise. We are always here for you, sweetie!
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Have a good day, Jack!
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Obviously, without the draw of a big name like Ben (Get it, Big Ben?), the early morning group, gathering at HHW, has dwindled considerably.
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Actually, I appear to be the group.
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Sadly, this is not the first time I have been mistaken for a group.
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Was it Woody Allen who said something to the effect of "I would not want to belong to any group that would have me as a member"? :)
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Well, it seems today's WOD can either mean "laughing loudly" OR "catching food in one's mouth."
Perhaps if bk does both simultaneously during his important lunch, it will have a positive effect?
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BK, I loved the movie VENUS. I admire Forrest Whitaker; but I was really hoping this year would be O'Toole's year for the Oscar. I was tallying it up the other day; since moving back to Ky. I have been to the theatre to see live plays all over the place 45 times; I have been in a movie theatre only once -- that was to see VENUS.
There are just too many great book covers to single one out. I have often bought a book just based on its cover. I have lots of Rafael Sabatini swashbuckling covers; historical novel covers, mystery covers, adventure and fantasy covers...certainly the great Frank Frazetta covers of the Edgar Rice Burroughs paperbacks that came out in the sixties were stunning and sort of became a gauge for fantasy illustration right up to today.
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I has bit the bullet and ordered a DVR from my service provider, Cablevision.
I am expecting my entire life to be transformed.
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Damn those DRs. Damn them all to hell!
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Good morning to elmore, Mr. Pogue, and slingblade!
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Of course, continued {{{hugs}}} and ***vibes*** to DR Danise and her DM.
Congratulations, DR Cillaliz, on your sublime timing and great deals. A happy coincidence! :)
DR Jane, my thoughts are with you and DH Keith and DD Sherlock today. ***good news vibes*** for you all!
DRs FJL and Vixmom, enjoyed your exchanges last evening. :) I'll be at your premiere!
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Good morning, DR TCB!
You may be a group of one, but my morning would just not be the same without you!
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If they asked me, I could read a book.
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Good morning, DR TCB!
You may be a group of one, but my morning would just not be the same without you!
Well, thank you, kind sir. I am now off to work.
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In DR JoseSPiano's color palette: crackle glass in rich jewel tones:
(http://www.sensia.com/images/brand_img/candlemisc/hldr_mosaic.jpg)
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Good morning, all! I've finally begun reading all of the Farley Granger bio and I'm nearly finished. I liked the FIRST IMPRESSIONS gossip, but the whole book is a lot of fun. I was up too late reading about his touring with Eva LeGallienne's National Rep in the 1960s. They played in Cincinnati and I wish I'd seen a performance of THE SEAGULL or RING ROUND THE MOON.
Today, I schlep some things down to Toyland and make another stop at the NYPL. After my heavy partying last night, I will be glad to come home and veg out.
BK, Rodney Gilfry lives outside Los Angeles. I see in his 2007 calendar that he's doing a MERRY WIDOW in Dallas beginning on Nov 29, and I have no idea how long he will be there for rehearsals. He's a wonderful guy, and he might be interested in performing at the benefit. He and Jason are god friends; is Mr Graae going to appear?
http://www.gilfry.com/
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Hi Edisaurus,
Mom is still with us. I thought she was going to leave us there. Her fingers and mouth were turning grey but now they are back to normal color and the nurse said that she could last up to a week like this.
I don't know what to hope for. I have got to go home at some point and check on the poor dogs. I haven't been home since Sunday and I have to get the mail out of the box. I wasn't planning on being gone this long.
I don't know what to do.
DR Danise, you go on with your life. Your mother is in good hands and you have other things to care for and errands to run. Tell her you love her and you'll be back as soon as possible, carry your cell phone, and be ready for any contingency. You must keep your life in as orderly a fashion as possible because it's going to get more complicated shortly.
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And the word of the day is: CACHINNATE!
Try as he might, Walter could not CATCH INANE jokes when they popped up in conversation, but he would CACHINNATE loudly whenever his friends started laughing, just for appearances.
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Good Morning!
Well... Since I start playing final callbacks in 45 minutes... Down in midtown...
Laters...
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Larry is right, Danise.
And remember, when you need people to talk to (and you will), we're here.
Hugs.
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Skip is getting a lift to Costco. Toby and Dylan asked him to buy treats in bulk.
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If he buys enough of those treats, Skip is going to need a lift just to get them home!
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RE: last night's AMERICAN IDOL RESULTS
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I am actually starting to wonder if a lot of people are going to react like DR MattH and stop voting. I had just assumed that most fans would transfer their votes to other singers. But perhaps at this point some people are stuck in their ways and do not want to see anyone else win.
I am surprised but a lot of people on the televisionwithoutpity board seem to dislike jordin.
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RE: DR Danise's plight about going home/running errands. I guess there are two ways to look at things. I would have just had someone else go home and care for the dogs. But i suppose getting out and getting air is a good thing.
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Continued vibes of strength and comfort for Danise!!
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Congrats to Cilla on getting her office furniture.
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I read that Matt Ashford will be in Charlotte, NC promoting DECEIT at borders book stores.
http://www.bordersstores.com/events/event_detail.jsp?SEID=158301 (http://www.bordersstores.com/events/event_detail.jsp?SEID=158301)
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RE: last night's LOST
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I really really liked last night's show. From the beginning when jack announced he would kill the Others to the end when Charlie finished his list of the best moments of his life (that last one gave me a tear in my eye).
I disagree with DR MattH. I don't find charlie's situation dire. Anything can happen. Since a season is only 30=60 days long there is plenty of room for him to stay on. In fact i really hope he does. Because that moment when he kissed claire was one of the best acting moments he's had.
Now i am curious who those women are at the end holding him?
And will he pull the switch?
And i am very curious to see what happens when the Others arrive at camp.
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Thursday morning greetings! Back at work today to coordinate a special event:
Proposal Writing Basics (http://foundationcenter.org/cleveland/pwbcldayton.html)
Hugs and prayers for DR Danise
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Good day to one and all!!
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Good luck and excellent presentation vibes for Ginny!!
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It is exasperating getting used to day time hours for the summer... I even had eight hours of sleep and I still feel tired.
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Was it Woody Allen who said something to the effect of "I would not want to belong to any group that would have me as a member"? :)
His character did say it in a film, but he was quoting Groucho Marx.
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Good luck and excellent presentation vibes for Ginny!!
Thank you, DR DakotaCelt. I'm not actually doing the presentation myself - we have a guest speaker from Cleveland. I've just had to publicize the event, assemble the handouts, and make sure the room and AV are set up properly. Then I get to sit back and enjoy the presentation myself.
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Good morning!
Another cool, lovely morning, and the day promises to be a bit cooler than yesterday which will suit me fine.
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Looking forward to last night's MEDIUM today after lunch out with friends. I understand Sunday's SOPRANOS episode was something to see. I should get to it today.
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I have the VENUS DVD sitting here, too, but I likely won't get to it until Friday night. There is such an enormous amount of season finales on television tonight, and I'm too invested in the stories to let them wait too long.
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TOD: Do you think George would have sold more copies if THIS had been his cover?
(http://img.slate.com/media/1/123125/2141877/2141880/2141881/6Animal-Farm.jpg)
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I only caught a few American Idols this year. But it was clear that no one was in the same league as Dolittle. No one could touch her. That she was voted off is ridiculous as are the remaining two...
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And, of course, I have BECKET potentially arriving today in the mail. Right now, I have it slated to be my Saturday evening film of choice.
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As for my IDOL voting experience, Kelly Clarkson, the first IDOL, is the only singer I've ever supported who won the whole thing. In every successive year, the people I've liked have gotten eliminated either in the final competition (Clay Aiken, Bo Bice) or earlier (Elliott Yamin and this year Melinda Doolittle).
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Hi all. We are still in waiting mode.
I called a friend who lives around the block from me. Her husband is going to feed the dogs for me and get the mail out of the mailbox.
I want to send vibes to DR Jane, DH Keith and DD Sherlock. I'm so caught up in my own sorrows that I forget that others are in need of vibes too. I will be hoping for the best possible outcome for today.
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TOD: The Artificial Man, a sci-fi classic by L.P. Davies (made into a lamentable motion picture with Christopher George called Project X, not the Matthew Broderick one). It was Scholastic Book Club feature probably around 1969 or so and you could also order a poster of the cover, which I did and had displayed in my bedroom for years. A man's face was subdivided with differences in each division. Great book--read it if you haven't.
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^~^~^~^~^~ CONTINUED HUGS AND VIBES AND PRAYERS FOR DR DANISE AND HER MOTHER ~^~^~^~^~^
Danise, please continue to take care of yourself during this time.
{{{{extra HUGS}}}}
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TOD: Do you think George would have sold more copies if THIS had been his cover?
(http://img.slate.com/media/1/123125/2141877/2141880/2141881/6Animal-Farm.jpg)
The Rapture has its own press? Kewl!! Plenty to read after you've been evacuated.
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TOD:
I posted this book cover previously, but I did pick it up primarily because its cover caught my eye. It's about a drug addict who collects toys. The Strange Change toy we talked about last week figures predominantly in the story.
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v130/WandaDuck/File0128.jpg)
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TOD - Asking a librarian to name her/his favorite book jacket is like asking a parent to name a favorite child or a pet-lover to name a favorite dog or cat. So, instead, I thought I'd tell y'all about some of the interesting things I've done with book jackets. One winter, for a bulletin board, I cut them into snowflakes. With an elementary teacher, who was helping me develop fun things for Kids in College to do at the academic library I managed, I made them into jigsaw puzzles for the children to take home.
BTW, BK's title for today's notes is the title of one of my favorite Rodgers and Hart songs :D
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The Rapture has its own press? Kewl!! Plenty to read after you've been evacuated.
And for those of us who aren't...there's always The Spitfire Grill! ;)
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PAGE THREE HERE'S ANOTHER BOOK I WOULD PICK UP FOR IT'S COVER ALONE DANCE:
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v130/WandaDuck/f0_1_b.jpg)
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Cablevision executives announced yesterday that the Madison Square Garden Theater will be henceforth known as The WaMu Theater.
And the cows are pleased.
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I has bit the bullet and ordered a DVR from my service provider, Cablevision.
I am expecting my entire life to be transformed.
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Damn those DRs. Damn them all to hell!
You will never regret it Singdaw! It is a wonderful invention, believe me!
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His character did say it in a film, but he was quoting Groucho Marx.
The film being Annie Hall.
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Sending a whole bunch of excellent vibes and xylophones to BK.
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Thank you, DR DakotaCelt. I'm not actually doing the presentation myself - we have a guest speaker from Cleveland. I've just had to publicize the event, assemble the handouts, and make sure the room and AV are set up properly. Then I get to sit back and enjoy the presentation myself.
Vibes to the guest speaker from Cleveland ;D
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PAGE THREE HERE'S ANOTHER BOOK I WOULD PICK UP FOR IT'S COVER ALONE DANCE:
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v130/WandaDuck/f0_1_b.jpg)
With dinosaurs for that really big band sound!
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Hi all. We are still in waiting mode.
I called a friend who lives around the block from me. Her husband is going to feed the dogs for me and get the mail out of the mailbox.
I want to send vibes to DR Jane, DH Keith and DD Sherlock. I'm so caught up in my own sorrows that I forget that others are in need of vibes too. I will be hoping for the best possible outcome for today.
DR Danise, I'm glad you have a friend who can help out with the dogs and the mail. That's one less thing to worry about. I'm sure they'll be waiting to give you lots of love when you do get home.
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Cablevision executives announced yesterday that the Madison Square Garden Theater will be henceforth known as The WaMu Theater.
And the cows are pleased.
First they buy my mortgage then they name the Madison Square Garden Theater after themselves...coincidence?
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coincidence?
I don't think so!
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Well, I got out of the other furniture deal. They are nickel and diming me with service fees, storage fees etc. I could argue about it, but I'm still so far ahead with the new deal than where I would have been if I had stayed in this deal and added the other pieces that I just don't care. Plus it's a local store and I will need to do business with them in the future, so I'm glad I left it on good terms, even if I'm out a few bucks.
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The boss is coming here to Ft Apache this morning, so I guess I should get some work done
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Heading down to get cleaned up for lunch out later.
WBBL.
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Vibes to the guest speaker from Cleveland ;D
Thanks, DR Cillaliz, and congratulations on your furniture dealings. I still think you'll probably have to pick up a few essentials in NYC in early October?
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I am actually starting to wonder if a lot of people are going to react like DR MattH and stop voting. I had just assumed that most fans would transfer their votes to other singers. But perhaps at this point some people are stuck in their ways and do not want to see anyone else win.
I am surprised but a lot of people on the televisionwithoutpity board seem to dislike jordin.
MANY of us don't believe in "transferring our votes". It's not a winner takes all contest for all viewers.
The ONLY reason I watched "Idol" last year was Elliott Yamin. When Elliott left, I left.
The ONLY reason I watched "Idol" this year was Melinda Doolittle (and earlier, that included Lakisha Jones). When Melinda left, I left.
I truly don't care now who wins "Idol" because it's now a joke to me. Blake? Gimme a break! He's a "Johnny One-Note" with a beat-box skill that wears thin after one song.
Jordin, whom I've thought extremely lackluster the past few weeks, may actually have a future beyond "Idol"...but, like Kelly, she'll probably need to shake the confines of the "Idol" machine before "it" happens for her.
The one good thing about Mindy Doo's ouster is that she is now artistically free to make whatever kind of recording deal she wants to. She must tour with "Idol", of course. Then she's off to the races.
Transfer my votes? Outrageous notion. I wouldn't waste five cents on either of the two remaining contestants.
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I was up too late reading about his touring with Eva LeGallienne's National Rep in the 1960s.
When I was in college studying music in the mid '70's, I decided to study orchestration one summer. The guy I studied with was the pianist in the pops orchestra I worked for. I asked him because I liked his arrangements. He had never taught anyone, and didn't really know what to do apart from recommending several books. But he did put me to work doing copying for a production of Alice in Eva LeGalliene. I had no idea who she was or how she ended up working with someone in Atlanta, but he seemed to be very honored to be associated with her.
Since I love Alice in Wonderland, I felt lucky to be working on it, although I remember I wasn't that impressed by the songs.
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I really really liked last night's show. From the beginning when jack announced he would kill the Others to the end when Charlie finished his list of the best moments of his life (that last one gave me a tear in my eye).
I disagree with DR MattH. I don't find charlie's situation dire. Anything can happen. Since a season is only 30=60 days long there is plenty of room for him to stay on. In fact i really hope he does. Because that moment when he kissed claire was one of the best acting moments he's had.
Now i am curious who those women are at the end holding him?
And will he pull the switch?
And i am very curious to see what happens when the Others arrive at camp.
Jennifer, this show has a history of killing off major characters. Charlie's time may very well be coming to an end. It may just be that those two ladies will be the ones who kill him after he attempts to flip that switch.
As for "the Others" reaching the camp, I'm not certain I should mention what I saw in the previews...but I don't think it will happen like that.
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In another forum where "Idol" has been discussed this season, one of the contributors posted that it doesn't matter what anyone thinks of various singers....that they get as far as they get because America preferred them over others. This writer felt that the pending tour would revitalize a number of the former contestants, including the inexplicably popular Sanjaya. I was compelled (!) to respond:
"America will NOT sustain Sanjaya's recording contracts. Bunches and bunches of 'tweens' and 'teens' voted hundreds of times each for Sanjaya...and then Blake...and Jordin. But when it comes to these guys' first CD or concerts, those 'tweens' and 'teens' won't be buying hundreds and hundreds of CDs & tickets each. And thatta will be thatta. It's happened every year.
"Taylor Hicks' CD tanked, and his career is in the doldrums.
"Katharine McPhee's CD tanked, and her career is in the doldrums.
"Ruben Studdard is so lost in the doldrums that no one may ever see him again.
"Fantasia is still trying to recapture the audience that catapulted her to fame and deserted her when her CD came out. She's a game girl, and I hope she succeeds. She's doing "The Color Purple" on tour and I hear she's been well-received.
"Diana deGarmo...almost 18 now, I think...has been on Broadway in a musical.
"Justin Guarini has tried very hard to rescue some professional semblance of his former status. He can be seen on the TV Guide channel chatting with other 'Idol' also-rans...about 'Idol'. Not exactly what he thought he'd be doing now, I'm sure.
"Jordin MAY have a career....in time. But she's NOT the best by any stretch of the imagination ... not compared to Melinda.
"Blake....???? I see no future for Blake beyond this flareup. One CD and he'll be toast (24 tracks of same-o, same-o intonations and beat-box novelties -- yawn).
"Melinda will do well in a niche market -- R&B, more than likely. If Hollywood is smart, she'll get some title songs to sing and make some HUGE hits a la Shirley Bassey.
"'Idol' also-rans who have done very well include Clay Aiken, who has done better financially than any of them -- winners and runners-up. Kelly may have passed him, though. But she owes the resurgence of her career to Clay. His concerts were sold out across the country. She couldn't give copies of her first CD away. She joined up and "opened" for him (performed first). Suddenly, she found a base audience and she soared.
"Chris Daughtry can laugh and laugh and laugh. Ousted early last season, he's outsold Taylor, Katherine and just about every other 'Idol' winner except Kelly and Carrie....and he may pass Carrie very soon.
"There's a reason Elliott Yamin performed on tonight's show instead of Katherine or Taylor. He's hot. They're not
"Elliott went home as second runner-up because America voted and preferred someone else...but apparently not enough to sustain careers.
"As with Clay and Chris and Elliott, they're lining up and paying to listen to and see the ones they didn't vote for!
"(I fully expect one or both of last year's finalists to perform in next week's finale, but both will be pretty much overshadowed by the traditional parade of big-name stars).
"Enjoy Sanjaya and Jordin and Blake while you can."
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Why is it that Science Fiction seems to inspire the best ["worst"] book covers?
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Then, there's always this children's classic:
(http://i7.photobucket.com/albums/y282/KappaJota/cover2-368x589.jpg)
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Der Brucer wants on.
I think I'll take a nap. That way, the doggies will have someone to cuddle with.
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Then, there's always this children's classic:
(http://i7.photobucket.com/albums/y282/KappaJota/cover2-368x589.jpg)
"Mommy taught me how to never wear panties!"
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With dinosaurs for that really big band sound!
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bk, have you considered a beefcake book cover?
(http://members.aol.com/KChwed/img/UntameableTN.jpg)
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I remember buying the Harlan Ellison book "I Have No Mouth But I Must Scream" solely for the cover (I couldn't find an image---it was published in the late '60's) and became an instant fan.
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bk, have you considered a beefcake book cover?
(http://members.aol.com/KChwed/img/UntameableTN.jpg)
That would be a most amusing cover for my new book - you'll understand why when I reveal what it is.
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I would still be sleeping (having an odd dream - not a bad dream, in fact, some of it very pleasant - just odd), but for a well-timed call at nine from Mr. Nick Redman, who'll be dropping by later today.
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DR RonP, I get that you are annoyed that America voted out the best singer. And I get that you've decided not to vote. But I don't really get your bitterness. The best person does not always win. Does it have to make you happy? No. But from what i understand the votes were very close. Just because others like jordin and blake better does that make them wrong?
American Idol is not just about finding the person with the best voice. It's about finding someone who viewers connect with. I know that you and DR MattH loved Elliot last year. But he did nothing for me. He had a very nice voice. But i didn't find he had much personality or charisma. And i didn't care for his look.
This year i know that you both (and many many people) loved melinda. Now i've heard some people say that simon's insistance for her to go to the F2 is what harmed her (i still say that was a huge boost for her). But just because she had a fantastic voice (which i will agree with) does not mean that everyone had to love her. I personally liked her a lot, but just found her sort of dull. Every song was beautifully sung but there was no real difference between any song (to me).
I almost never prefer the winner (and didn't care much for taylor last year and Clay was my favorite). But we can't necessarily be sure which winners and runners-up will tank.
I really like blake and just because you don't care for his style doesn't mean you have to diss him. I thought his piece last night with his dad was special. Viewers like him and think he is different. Does he have the best voice in the world. No. And maybe that is what bothers you. But i think this show is about finding stars. Should melinda have been in the finals. Probably. But still jordin and blake aren't as bad as you say.
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I'm not totally sure how i feel about the finale. There were a lot of things i liked. But some things that bugged me.
First, re: what DR FJL said about them letting neve campbell's character die. I was a bit surprised that alison didn't prevent it. However Neve was warned so many times. To me it actually made little sense that she wouldn't pay attention to the warnings. I think any normal person would. Even if they didn't believe in alison's abilties.
I guess i'm not so surprised that neve's character died (i mean it was inevitable since she knew her killer and would have let him in even if she was being cautious). I guess i just would have liked it to happen (the death) but still have her either believing alison or at least taking precautions.
The other thing that bugged me is that usually these cases are not usually so obvious. I don't know about anyone else, but to me from the beginning of the show it was COMPLETELY OBVIOUS that Jason Priestly's character was the killer. It's never that obvious. But this time it was.
I was also annoyed that joe was "fired" and that his lawyer "dumped" him. I just don't see those things happening.
I would have liked to see that play out the way it was going last week.
I did like the ending though with alison marching in and telling them what was what. Although since she had already dreamt part of that scene i wonder why she never told her boss that his "friend" was going to take over. I know she has to be careful. But i would have thought she would have told him.
I can't believe we will have to wait 8 months to see how alison is received now. I wonder if they will continue it from where they left off. Or just take us 8 months into the future.
I guess that she will be redeemed. But will she now work out in the open?
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We've got more people than GUESTS - unusual these days.
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Best book with worst cover (original hardback) - To Kill A Mockingbird.
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Of course, I'm partial to Mr. Harvey Schmidt's covers for the Kritzer books, and Mr. Geissman's cover for How To Write A Dirty Book (which actually uses a great sleaze cover from an early paperback of Irwin Shaw's The Amboy Dukes).
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The Rapture has its own press? Kewl!! Plenty to read after you've been evacuated.
High Colonic Irrigation is a Rapture prerequisite?
Who knew?
der Brucer
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Overcast out. And it's been VERY smoggy here the last few days, which is also playing havoc with my allergies and breathing apparati.
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I am my own frenzy.
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I has bit the bullet and ordered a DVR from my service provider, Cablevision.
I am expecting my entire life to be transformed.
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Damn those DRs. Damn them all to hell!
That DVR will have you straightened out in no time.
der Brucer
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I HAVE NO MOUTH AND I MUST HAVE ICE CREAM--now there's a horror novel for you!
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DR MattH, this guy at tvguide Michael Ausiello is a huge VERONICA MARS fan. Here is his report from the CW press conference.
I must say I am starting to really dislike the people in charge at the CW. This dawn woman really annoyed me last year. And she is annoying me again!
http://community.tvguide.com/blog/TVGuide-Editors-Blog/Ausiello-Report/700000049
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BTW, for those who watch ABC tonight, the times of most of the shows (not UGLY BETTY) will all be off.
I believe GREY'S is from 9-10:15pm. With LOST from 10:15pm-11pm.
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I would still be sleeping (having an odd dream - not a bad dream, in fact, some of it very pleasant - just odd), but for a well-timed call at nine from Mr. Nick Redman, who'll be dropping by later today.
Thank him PROFUSELY for me for the latest Friedhofer gem from Intrada.
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RE: last night's AMERICAN IDOL finale results.
I addressed a concern you had in your post about people not transferring votes. I explained why I would not be voting any more.
I futher stated my feelings about last night's results and my opinions about the voting trends.
You may agree or disagree. But I offer no apologies for my assessments, and I simply will not argue any of my points because I believe them absolutely.
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"America will NOT sustain Sanjaya's recording contracts.
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"Enjoy Sanjaya and Jordin and Blake while you can."
If Tiny Tim could sustain a nearly 30 year performing career, anything is possible!
der Brucer
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Nick loves Friedhofer as much as you and I, and will do as much as is possible over at Fox, given the elements. I think there may be one or two more surprises in store, but more I cannot say.
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RE: last night's MEDIUM
I was also annoyed that joe was "fired" and that his lawyer "dumped" him. I just don't see those things happening.
But, in the real big, bad, business world that is exactly how things happen.
der Brucer
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Nick loves Friedhofer as much as you and I, and will do as much as is possible over at Fox, given the elements. I think there may be one or two more surprises in store, but more I cannot say.
Uh-huh! Can you "possibly" speculate as to whether the surprise(s) will spring from a Varese club release or another Intrada release...or two?
:D
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One suspects Intrada but one never knows.
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Are we STILL on page four?
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BTW, for those who watch ABC tonight, the times of most of the shows (not UGLY BETTY) will all be off.
I believe GREY'S is from 9-10:15pm. With LOST from 10:15pm-11pm.
Hmmm...I wonder if my Tivo knows to record this LOST show tonight.
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My TIVO doesn't know from Lost, but it's been recording SOMETHING and I must find out what.
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Good Afternoon!
Well...
I arrived at the rehearsal studio at 9:30. We started with the coaching at 9:45. The auditions proper started right at 10:30. At 11:05, I heard, "Thank You, Jose."
-What?
"We're done for the day."
Even the reader was caught off guard that we were finished so early.
So, since the sun was out, I took a nice walk through midtown up to Columbus Circle. I stopped into Whole Foods, picked up some groceries - great sale this week on Organic Mesclun mix! - then hopped on the D Train back home.
I've had my lunch - some of the leftover "Szechuan Wonton Sandwich" - and now I'm re-watching Tuesday night's "Idol" with one of my roomies.
Nothing like some unexpected free hours - and on the clock too! :)
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"Lost" is on again tonight?
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Page Five Dainty June Dance!
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...And I have to say, after this morning, Arthur Laurents really knows his Gypsy!
:)
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Jennifer - Thanks for chiming in on last night's MEDIUM. And MattH - Please don't read the rest of this post until you've seen the show, but I'd love to hear your thoughts on this episode.
SPOILER
I see after reading your comments that it was logical, and how real people would behave. But I somehow wanted more ("morally" for want of a better word) from a lead character I'm supposed to care about.
Maybe that's why I generally dislike the epsiodes I've seen of HOUSE despite its clear quality.
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As for the Topic of the Day...
Stephen King's "It" and "Pet Sematary"
"Catcher in the Rye" - I was so familiar with the brick red paperback cover with the orange/gold lettering, that the first time I saw the original hardcover art, I had to make it was the same book by J. D. Salinger.
Michael Chabon's books tend have eye-catching art.
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Transfer my votes? Outrageous notion. I wouldn't waste five cents on either of the two remaining contestants.
An interesting outlook - that many transfer to the political arena. Often people mistake one's failure to make a "forced" selection as hostility; often it simply means
"no preference". I suspect that a great many of the votes over a season of Idol are cast for a "favorite son" - once the "favorite" is eliminated, there is no longer a particular interest in the ultimate outcome (whether the remaining candidates are equally attractive, or are unattractive).
I am intrigued by the "problem" of a record producer. If I were searching for an American Idol to sign for a contract, how do I assign weighting factors for "CD" potential (vocal quality) as opposed to "Concert/Show" potential - "star" quality. If I am not mistaken, today's recording industry is strongly driven by "concert" potential (more so than in the 50-60s where radio (and later TV) air play was a driving factor in record sales.
O course, in politics, even if our "favorite" fails at an early stage, we may still feel a vested interest in the ultimate outcome - not so with a talent contest where the ultimate outcome can be of no consequence to many viewers.
The AI experience also makes little provision for talent that is most enjoyed in small doses - I can't envision enjoying a whole concert of Blake Lewis, but one Blake number in a Melinda concert might be fun!
der Brucer
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Back to "Idol" for a sec...
I've been rewatching Tuesday night's show with my roomie, and we both noticed some things. -And confirmed some things I thought I heard the first time. And they both concern Melinda.
My roomies and I all though Melinda was not at her best during "I Believe in You and Me". She was actually pitchy in places - especially on the last note... then she let her vibrato creep in to "correct" it.
And we were all surprised at how much the judges praised her for that performance.
We also think we caught her stumbling and/or forgetting her words during the second phrase of "I'm A Woman". We even rewound the DVR a couple of times and turned up the volume to make sure it wasn't just a mic thing.
However, we all thought she did very well with "Nutbush". She rocked!
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"Lost" is on again tonight?
I remember some promo saying that this will be a show with the LOST producers which will instruct viewers on how to watch the two-hour season finale.
I'm glad they are doing this because I had no idea on how to prepare for it myself. I was going to hire a coach.
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And as for Blake...
If he wins, I think he'll do quite well. As long as the "AI" machine doesn't mess him up. His style is very "in" right now as his Maroon Five and Robin Thicke selections demonstrated.
Alas, if he does win, I'm not sure the typical "AI" first single/song would really work for him. At least if it's the typical pop-inspirational-power ballad. -None of which, so far, have really been great songs, and some haven't even been good.
Blake would be a truly unique "AI" winner. And I also sense that he's smart enough to know that he can't make a career as a one trick pony. But, then again, I don't think of him as a one trick pony now. He can not beat box.
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I remember some promo saying that this will be a show with the LOST producers which will instruct viewers on how to watch the two-hour season finale.
I'm glad they are doing this because I had no idea on how to prepare for it myself. I was going to hire a coach.
Ah, OK. Thank you, DR Dan (the Man).
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But I somehow wanted more ("morally" for want of a better word) from a lead character I'm supposed to care about.
But are we to necessarily "care about" lead characters?
I sure don't give a wit about either Macbeth, but love the play.
I don't "care" about House, but am intigued by the character.
Someof us enjoy watching are intrigued by train wrecks.
der Brucer
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And as for Jordin...
She truly does have a wonderful voice. However, even though she's praised for "just being 17", I can hear the "17-year old" voice. -It's that just under-pitch, under-supported thing she does when she sings softly and in her low to mid range.
I just hope - whether she wins or not - that she doesn't end up burning out her vocal cords with one powerhouse vocal after another. She's got a lot of growing to do both physically and musically. And, hopefully, if those two aspects don't age at the same pace, there will be somebody there to tell her so if she doesn't notice it herself.
I think she'd make a good "AI" winner. But it's gonna take something and someone special to make her "break out".
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He can not beat box.
And Elvis could hold still - Love Me Tender.
der Brucer
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Yikes, der Brucer, you quoted fom my SPOILER!!!
But still...SPOILER
Der Brucer - I certainly don't mean that we're supposed to care about all lead characters. But I guess I've tended to see MEDIUM as wanting the audience to care about its lead and be invested in things going right for her and her family.
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And as for Melinda...
I liked Melinda a lot. But as others have mentioned, there was sometimes something "too perfect" about her voice. She undoubtedly had the best voice in the competition - she has training, she knows what she can do, and, more importantly, she knows what she can't do. Alas, I think her humility and meekness may have caused her not to take more risks during the competition. When they announced that she was doing, "Nutbush," I truly had no idea what to expect. And, to my ears, it was her best performance of the night. (I just wish they could have put in her a better blouse - that top did not flatter her at all.)
She will undoubtedly have a career, but, like Jordin - and even like Lakisha - it will take some creative marketing and repertoire to help "break out", and sustain a career after a CD or two.
*And even though she left last week I'm still amazed at Lakisha's lack of pop music knowledge.
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Thank-you, Jesus!
God Hates the World (http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,273313,00.html)
Fred Phelps will picket Jerry Falwell's funeral.
der Brucer
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DR Jose, you indicate Blake can "not" beat box.
Yes, he can...but when he has, he's been -- IMO -- the weakest performer on the stage. The LAST time he did "not" beat box, he was in the bottom three. That was three weeks ago.
He has "beat-boxed" in every song since.
His first song Tuesday night was "amped" to enhance the vocal. He and Jordin, both, relied heavily upon backup singers in one or more of their songs...so much so that it was difficult to hear that vocal glitches were beng covered.
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I shall now be on my way to an important lunch, after which, I shall return.
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And finally...
Just because "we" don't buy their CDs, doesn't mean "they" are not successful - at least in the eyes and coffers of the record companies. I mean, every time I look at a current Billboard, Rolling Stone or Virgin "Top 20" listing, I don't even recognize half of the artists/groups that are topping the charts. -And then when I look over a column and see how long some of those albums have been on the charts... 20 weeks? - Really?
And what's even "scarier" is that even with the very high turnover on the R&B and Rap Charts, if an artist manages to make it to the Top 20 even for one week, that already means they've made a decent chunk of change.
And then there's the Country charts...
And, in conclusion - Whew!...
Careers take years to build. Years. We're only on Season Six of "Idol". Who knows if somewhere down the line some of the past winners and losers end up making and re-making a career for themselves over the next six seasons?
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Der Brucer - I certainly don't mean that we're supposed to care about all lead characters. But I guess I've tended to see MEDIUM as wanting the audience to care about its lead and be invested in things going right for her and her family.
You're right there.
der Brucer
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It's an interesting dilemma this "careers" and time business.
Most "careers" don't get the kind of substantial boost that the intensely hyped "American Idol" show offers. I don't see how one can compare the career path of an "Idol" winner to any other career path out there.
If 60 million votes are cast and someone "wins" the most votes, I'd certainly expect 30,000,001 people to buy the first CD the winner issues. This simply does not happen. They don't turn up at the concerts in droves, either.
Of course, 60 million votes does not in any way reflect the total number of people voting. I've read on the boards at "Idol" website that some voters are casting up to 500 votes each for Jordin or Blake.
So...let's say that 12,000,000 voted....they're still not going to selll 6,000,001 CDs, sad to say.
As for my earlier breakdown on who's done well and who hasn't, I have Grammys that Clarkson has won and the CMA awards Underwood has won...the phenomenal concert successes of Clay Aiken to contrast to the dismal CD sales of the other "winners"...from which to draw my conclusions.
Of course time will tell...Justin Guarini may be ALL the rage in another five years.
;)
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Interesting, DR Jose, that you indicate Blake can "not" beat box.
Yes, he can...and when he has, he's been the weakest performer on the stage. The LAST time he did "not" beat box, he was in the bottom three. That was three weeks ago.
He has "beat-boxed" in every song since.
But then you bring up whether "America" disliked the performer or the song choice. Or both.
I don't think Blake has any delusions that he has a "killer voice". He does what he does, and he does it well. Which, alas, is the one thing that's bugged me about "Idol" from the beginning...
There is really no such thing as an "All-Around Artist". Yes, it's nice know that someone can sing a song from each of the past decades, and emulate certain artists, but there's no way a recording artist can make a career out of singing "The Great and Not-So-Great American Songbook Of the Past 50 Years."
I would love to see "AI" change gears one season and have each and every song choice chosen by the contestants, and to not have those choices pigeon-holed due some weekly theme or artist tribute. Not everyone can sing everything very well. A singer may be able to sing all types of music, but they can't sing everything with the same level of comfortability and "fit". And as the Bon Jovi and Barry Gibb weeks shown, sometimes there's really no good song to choose.
I would really like to see true individual talents show their individual talents. I would have loved to hear Lakisha rip into a Gospel song. I would have loved to hear Melinda sing something she keeps in her proverbial back pocket. Heck, I even think Chris Richardson had one or two great performances/songs in him that he never got a chance to show.
And remember when "Idol" started off, and they were concentrating more of the repertoire choices from the music of the 1950s-1980s? Even "Idol" has reinvented itself to keep with today's music scene.
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And I'm just wondering if the contestants get any cut from the performance downloads from the "Idol" sight. Something tells me they're not getting anything. :-\
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Hmm... The sky has clouded over, and the temp has certainly cooled down a bit over the past hour... Hmm...
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Skip is getting a lift to Costco. Toby and Dylan asked him to buy treats in bulk.
I need to go to Costco today, too. I have to get kitty litter and dry cat food. I'm totally out of both...actually, my cat is out. ::) She eats the food and uses the litter every day! :)
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His first song Tuesday night was "amped" to enhance the vocal. He and Jordin, both, relied heavily upon backup singers in one or more of their songs...so much so that it was difficult to hear that vocal glitches were beng covered.
Well, the vocal for "Roxanne" was basically the original "Police" track, and I have a sense that the producers had more to do with the "amped" sound rather than Blake.
...And didn't Melinda have back-up singers during "I'm A Woman"?
...And just why do they have to have the back-up singers in the first place? And, again, I'm pretty sure that's more a producer's choice rather than one made by the contestants. -Heck, they have back-up vocals during Hollywood week.
...And just like it is in most theatres today, the mix is not determined by the people singing on stage, nor by the person waving his baton in the pit. It's all in the hands and ears of the person at the soundboard. -Remember that amazingly out of tune fiddle player that one week? That LOUD out of tune fiddle player?
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DR Danise - The fact that you still manage to take a few moments here and there to check in here at HHW shows that you have more things under control than you think. You know when you take a break, and you know when you should be right next to your mother. Even if you don't make a trip home to check on the dogs (and the mail), I do hope you at least get outside to take a brief walk just to get some fresh air. And naps are good too.
Continued ~~~~~VIBES~~~~~ to you and your mother.
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OK.
Color me CLEWless.
I just had to do some research on the Internet to find out what "beat boxing" is.
And now I know! :)
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DR singdaw - RE: Your soon-to-be-in-your-household DVR cable box...
How many hours will yours store?
And, remember, never hit the Square Blue Button!
;D
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Well, they tell me it can record up to 2 other shows [while I'm watching a third], and that it can hold up to 100 hours of non-HD programming.
So that sounds pretty good, right?
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I'm sure the problem comes when you want to SAVE something you've recorded to a more permanent format.
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OK...a little scared now.
During my lunch, I went to see the hair stylist, and despite everyone's best advice, I said, "Surprise me!"
So now I've got new "product" to deal with...a delightful concoction called defining whip, which was described to be as something in between a cream and a mousse.
Oh, boy... :-\
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Should we now call you whipsaw instead of singdaw?
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(http://www.cartoonstock.com/newscartoons/cartoonists/jko/lowres/jkon44l.jpg)
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After defining whip, can you use it in a sentence?
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YOU, DR FJL, may call me whatever you like.
Because...you're special.
:)
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They had pig's feet half-price in the market...they called THAT "special."
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Well, they tell me it can record up to 2 other shows [while I'm watching a third], and that it can hold up to 100 hours of non-HD programming.
So that sounds pretty good, right?
OH! You got the one with the extra receiver! For us, we can only record and watch two shows at the same time. However, we can record two shows while watching another show that's already stored in the DVR. We can't record two shows while watching a third one "live".
I guess your DVR could beat up my DVR. ;)
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Will we never get to page five?
Sure.
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I guess your DVR could beat up my DVR.
Can't we all just get along? ;)
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Well, I did see MEDIUM, and I guess I'm lost as to what made it a controversial episode for you, DR FJL.
Let me say that in one area I was completely fooled, but I fooled myself.
I was totally convinced that the entire episode was going to be a long dream Allison was having about her secret being revealed, and that she'd wake up with all the right answers but her secret would still be safe.
I continued to think this until the very end of the episode also because Devalos and Scanlon were so harsh with her, a woman who has saved their bacon time and again. Over and over, they doubt her, and she's always been right in the end. But over and over, they seem to get disappointed when her visions don't come out exactly as seen instead of waiting for pieces of the puzzle to drop into place.
Frankly, once I realized it wasn't all a dream, I was DELIGHTED with Allison's attitude at the end of the show. She had been treated like DIRT by those she considered her friends. Basically, she was on her own to do whatever she could to get to the bottom of the crime.
You want to be disappointed by someone? Let's put Devalos and Scanlon on the hot seat. They both were SCHMUCKS for leaving her body for the buzzards to pick apart. I have never been more disappointed by two characters in a show in my life. To hell with the both of THEM.
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Wonderful lunch today.
Fresh green salad.
Shrimp kabobs.
Iced tea.
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CSI: NY had one of the best episodes of the season despite having an outlandish premise of the CSI headquarters being taken over so easily by a group of IRA gangsters out to recover their coke and weaponry that was being stores at CSI.
But the three agents working on the inside being able to befuddle the bad guys using their wits and their skills science instead of guns was COOL. And the two CSIs in the field also had to use their wits to eventually get the upper hand.
A very impressively written, acted, and directed episode to ring down a good season.
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I'm sure the problem comes when you want to SAVE something you've recorded to a more permanent format.
Only if you have no means of recording it to a more permanent format, such as CD-R.
:D
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Who receives royalties from cast albums? (http://www.playbill.com/news/print.asp?id=108143)
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Next came THE SOPRANOS from Sunday night. Wow! BIG surprise near the opening, with the rest of the episode playing off rather as expected.
AJ has something of a conscience? Who would have imagined such a thing?
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...And didn't Melinda have back-up singers during "I'm A Woman"?
Not drowning her out to the extent that you couldn't tell who was singing what.
But yes, whoever is mixing the sound for this show needs to have his ears examined.
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So now I've got new "product" to deal with...a delightful concoction called defining whip...
Was this an S&M Salon?
der Brucer
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Yes, I was also going to post that GREY'S ANATOMY will go fifteen minutes past the hour tonight. Then the LOST special will finish out prime time on ABC.
And frankly, for a show that has a plot as convoluted as LOST, I'm appreciative of any help the producers want to give me to keep all the plots and threads straight.
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I completed my afternoon viewing with about twenty more minutes of TO CATCH A THIEF. I will probably finish it before prime time begins tonight.
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For any fans of Black Orpheus (and you know who you are), EMI Odeon has finally released on CD the 1956 "cast album" of the original Vinicius/Jobim theater piece that was the basis for the film. It features some of the same music in nascent form that made it into the film, as well as one of the first (if not the first) recordings of "Someone to Light Up My Life." Beautiful stuff. Musicas de Orfeu da Conceicao.
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I did get BECKET in the mail today, so it's on tap for a Saturday night screening.
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Thanks for your MEDIUM thoughts, MattH (and for yours earlier, Jennifer).
Among other things, regarding the attitude at the end, I felt that the attitude was unfeeling, as if to say "my pride and emotional well-being is more important than someone else's life." While for most people in real life that would be the case, I'm bothered by that attitude on this particular character. And I felt the writers of the episode truly believe that to be the case. After the comments from both of you, i guess I'll have to watch again - maybe I misunderstood the ending.
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Let's put Devalos and Scanlon on the hot seat. They both were SCHMUCKS for leaving her body for the buzzards to pick apart. I have never been more disappointed by two characters in a show in my life. To hell with the both of THEM.
Scanlon did sneak her into the crime-tape sealed hotel room - showing he still had faith in her; without his help she would have been unable to resolve the situation.
Devalos also did nothing to stick up for himself!
der Brucer
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(((((Danise)))))
I'm still thinking of you.
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It's been QUITE the chore avoiding the "Medium" discussions today.
I've taped it, but haven't yet watched it.
Would appreciate SPOILER headers on further revelations today, please.
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"Someone to Light Up My Life." Beautiful stuff.
Oh, Debbie Boone :)
der Brucer
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I did get BECKET in the mail today, so it's on tap for a Saturday night screening.
BECKET on tap...right next to the BUD!
der Brucer
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Can't we all just get along? ;)
And if we don't....it is Delicate Whip time!
der Brucer
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I'm caught up from last night.
I have to say it, because it ought to be said:
I'm appalled at certain insensitive remarks posted last night under the guise of humor.
Truly stunned, actually.
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Good Grief -
The current talking head is carping that Jordin should not be an American Idol because she is too fat and thus sets a bad example for American youth!
Too fat? I guess I have farmboy tastes - she looks barely healthy to me.
der Brucer
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Who receives royalties from cast albums? (http://www.playbill.com/news/print.asp?id=108143)
I was about to ask, "Since when have cast albums generated enough sales to warrant royalties?"
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Good Grief -
The current talking head is carping that Jordin should not be an American Idol because she is too fat and thus sets a bad example for American youth!
Too fat? I guess I have farmboy tastes - she looks barely healthy to me.
der Brucer
What? Nothing about Blake's "child-bearing" hips?
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Jordin is 17, for pity's sake.
She's totally stunning....and tall.
That talking head needs to be lobotomized...again.
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Jordin is 17, for pity's sake.
She's totally stunning....and tall.
Well, next to Ryan Seacrest, who isn't?
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That talking head needs to be lobotomized...again.
A not uncommon problem on that network.
der Brucer
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Well, I seem to be having a slight allergy attack. Time for a Benadryl and some couch time.
Laters...
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Ron P - are you referring to the fat jokes? Or the body parts exhibit jokes?
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Back from a great lunch, and I'd say that the excellent vibes and xylophones had some effect. I can't go into any details, but I can pretty much say that The Brain From Planet X will, one way or the other, be back onstage in June 2008 here in Los Angeles. But, the meeting was great in other ways, too.
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Will we never get to page eight?
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Thanks for your MEDIUM thoughts, MattH (and for yours earlier, Jennifer).
Among other things, regarding the attitude at the end, I felt that the attitude was unfeeling, as if to say "my pride and emotional well-being is more important than someone else's life." While for most people in real life that would be the case, I'm bothered by that attitude on this particular character. And I felt the writers of the episode truly believe that to be the case. After the comments from both of you, i guess I'll have to watch again - maybe I misunderstood the ending.
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I got an entirely different vibe on this. I felt she was disgusted that someone (Debra) had to die because they were more interested in spinning the "Allison is a crazy lady" scenario to gain/hold their jobs than to protect someone she knew to be in danger.
Yes, her pride was hurt (she's human, after all), but she was also reacting in frustration that she wasn't listened to when she's been right so often in the past.
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Will we never get to page eight?
I'm sure this will occur.
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Scanlon did sneak her into the crime-tape sealed hotel room - showing he still had faith in her; without his help she would have been unable to resolve the situation.
Devalos also did nothing to stick up for himself!
der Brucer
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Yeah, after the crime SHE HAD PREDICTED had already happened. Before that, he was a JERK with a capital "j."
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I have the bedroom areas to clean, and then I want to finish TO CATCH A THIEF.
WBBL.
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Wow, BK, that is wonderul news ~!!!!!!!! And I shall be there to see it onstage in June 2008!!
JRand56, better save up some vacation money, also!!!! You will need to be in that audience!
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Great news, BK!
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Back from a great lunch, and I'd say that the excellent vibes and xylophones had some effect. I can't go into any details, but I can pretty much say that The Brain From Planet X will, one way or the other, be back onstage in June 2008 here in Los Angeles. But, the meeting was great in other ways, too.
You da man, bk! Way to go!! For that, you deserve to get to page 8! I'll gratuitous post till your favorite cows come home or to page 8, which ever comes first...
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There are a lot of things to be worked out, but it does appear that it will happen in one venue or another.
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I only caught a few American Idols this year. But it was clear that no one was in the same league as Dolittle. No one could touch her. That she was voted off is ridiculous as are the remaining two...
I literally just read THIS (http://www.comcast.net/entertainment/index.jsp?cat=ENTERTAINMENT&fn=/2007/05/17/665977.html) article that mentions her leaving and offers a theory and then I read your post above, trying to catch up with the posts.
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The Brain From Planet X will, one way or the other, be back onstage in June 2008 here in Los Angeles.
Yay, BK! I will try to come out for that, too! (Can we shoot some pickup shots?) ;D
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Back from a great lunch, and I'd say that the excellent vibes and xylophones had some effect. I can't go into any details, but I can pretty much say that The Brain From Planet X will, one way or the other, be back onstage in June 2008 here in Los Angeles. But, the meeting was great in other ways, too.
Wow, BK, that is wonderul news ~!!!!!!!! And I shall be there to see it onstage in June 2008!!
JRand56, better save up some vacation money, also!!!! You will need to be in that audience!
That is great news, BK! I think that I need to start saving up for a trip, as well!! I've never gone on a trip all by my lonesome. I've always gone with family, friends or a big group. It's time for me to grow up and travel! ;D
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I literally just read THIS (http://www.comcast.net/entertainment/index.jsp?cat=ENTERTAINMENT&fn=/2007/05/17/665977.html) article that mentions her leaving and offers a theory and then I read your post above, trying to catch up with the posts.
Thanks for the link, George. It's telling why much music today is so puerile.
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Thanks for the SPOILERS, guys!
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Ron P - are you referring to the fat jokes? Or the body parts exhibit jokes?
One of the song lyrics, primarily.
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It's been QUITE the chore avoiding the "Medium" discussions today.
I've taped it, but haven't yet watched it.
Would appreciate SPOILER headers on further revelations today, please.
Well, good grief, Ronnie Brown! Get off the computer and go watch it ~ Peppermint Karen ( :-*)
JUST IN CAST SPOILER!
DON'T READ THE FOLLOWING MR P UNTIL YOUR GET OFF THE COMPUTER AND WATCH MEDIUM
DO NOT ENTER!
TURN BACK!
BEWARE!
READ AT YOUR OWN RISK!
WARNING...WARNING...WARNING...(flashing red lights, loud sirens, put on your bio-hazard spoiler suit)
Oops! I didn't put SPOILER on my post last week, so don't hate me.... I hope you have forgotten it (or didn't read it thinking it was just one of my long-winded gratuitous posts, which by the way it was ;D) cause it was the exact plot, except wrong female....see, I thought it was gonna be the reporter in on it with the murdering-husband guy...
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A very good afternoon to dear Esteemed, lunched, discussed, radiant, and bursting-with-goodness BK --
I too am glad that your midday repast resulted in positive possibilities for another "Brain" production. Of course I will be there...... but I continue to hold equally good and strong vibes for a NYC production of "Brain" also.
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Also, a very happy and sunny "good afternoon" to all of the assorted studlies, lovelies, hainsies, kimlets, DRs, and the G.P. ......
I just finished picking about 7 pounds of beautiful apricots (variety - "Katy") , and tomorrow they shall be transformed into wonderfully delicious, homemade apricot jam. Yuuuuuummmmm !!!
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Thanks for the SPOILERS, guys!
You're welcome!
(I'm just funnin' with ya cause as I've so noted, I love to be spoiled...) I'll try to be careful and not let the cat out of the bag for you in the future cause I respect and admire folks who can be patient, wait, savor the moment cause I'm not one of them, dang it. Guess it's the journalist in me -- gotta know the who, what, when, where, why and how NOW! That's what makes the world so fun -- all the different personalities ;D
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Page 8 coming up!
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TOTD:
Other than "coffee table books" I doubt I've bought or judged a book by its cover. My reading material is usually selected from reviews, referrals or because I know the earlier work of the author. I'm more likely to look at the spine of a book than at the cover as I brouse the shelves.
My favourite authors are Clive Barker and Tim Winton. I really have no idea what is on the cover of the books - other than the titles.
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bk asks and he shall receive..
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The page 8 Brain Tap....
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After defining whip, can you use it in a sentence?
Hi dear FJL....not sure I could give you a definition, but I found this picture that looked like "a perfect dinner date." ;) Maybe he could help with a definition for you.......
:o ::)
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And now, I have to rest a little and get ready for some evening things. Have fun..... play nice.
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OK...a little scared now.
During my lunch, I went to see the hair stylist, and despite everyone's best advice, I said, "Surprise me!"
So now I've got new "product" to deal with...a delightful concoction called defining whip, which was described to be as something in between a cream and a mousse.
Oh, boy... :-\
;D ....You're so easy....I've got a jar of Miracle Whip or a tub of Cool Whip that I'll sell ya cheap (makes the hair a bit sticky, but guaranteed to keep it in place...) ....
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My TIVO doesn't know from Lost, but it's been recording SOMETHING and I must find out what.
Elmore's favorite video tapes, perhaps?
:o
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So many gratuitous posts, so little time. Gotta scram!
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I just finished picking about 7 pounds of beautiful apricots (variety - "Katy") , and tomorrow they shall be transformed into wonderfully delicious, homemade apricot jam. Yuuuuuummmmm !!!
I do like toast and jam, DR MusicGuy.
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OK.
Color me CLEWless.
I just had to do some research on the Internet to find out what "beat boxing" is.
And now I know! :)
The Randy Vicar and the Beat Boxer!
Hey, it sounds good at first!
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Good morning, all! I've finally begun reading all of the Farley Granger bio and I'm nearly finished. I liked the FIRST IMPRESSIONS gossip, but the whole book is a lot of fun. I was up too late reading about his touring with Eva LeGallienne's National Rep in the 1960s. They played in Cincinnati and I wish I'd seen a performance of THE SEAGULL or RING ROUND THE MOON.
About 15 or 20 years ago I did a production of RING ROUND THE MOON (Yes, Mr. Barnum they had plays way back then). The audiences adored the production; however we had so many cast changes, director changes, blocking changes, and in-fighting among the cast that we hated every minute of the production. To this day, everyone involved refers to it as RING ROUND THE TOILET.
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One of the song lyrics, primarily.
I've possibly been a bit too sensitive about this....but when, as a kid, you heard "Fatty, Fatty two-by-four, can't get through the bathroom door" one too many times...well.....
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"'Billie's' Got the Beat (Boxer)"
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I read that Matt Ashford will be in Charlotte, NC promoting DECEIT at borders book stores.
http://www.bordersstores.com/events/event_detail.jsp?SEID=158301 (http://www.bordersstores.com/events/event_detail.jsp?SEID=158301)
Let me know, Dakota, if Matt decides to appear at the Border's in Tacoma.
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Good Evening!
Well... That was a nice nap. :)
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bk - Good News!
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And, of course, I have BECKET potentially arriving today in the mail. Right now, I have it slated to be my Saturday evening film of choice.
Don't forget everyone, that there is a HEROES Marathon on Saturday starting at 9 a.m.. I believe that it is on BRAVO. They are showing every episode except the last one.
And speaking of season finales, I am still waiting for some DF or DR to PM me with what happened last Friday on GHOST WHISPERER. Thank you!
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I've got pork loin thawed, but have no ideas for what to make for dinner. :-\
(This, just to provide a break from all the television posts we've had today.)
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Mr. Nick Redman has come and gone, and brought me Georges Delerue's A Walk With Love And Death CD, Lalo Schifrin's The Enforcer CD, and the Tryone Power DVD box set.
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And in about two hours I shall indeed be with Mr. Grant Geissman to work on the cover.
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Good Afternoon!
Well...
I arrived at the rehearsal studio at 9:30. We started with the coaching at 9:45. The auditions proper started right at 10:30. At 11:05, I heard, "Thank You, Jose."
-What?
"We're done for the day."
Even the reader was caught off guard that we were finished so early.
So, since the sun was out, I took a nice walk through midtown up to Columbus Circle. I stopped into Whole Foods, picked up some groceries - great sale this week on Organic Mesclun mix! - then hopped on the D Train back home.
I've had my lunch - some of the leftover "Szechuan Wonton Sandwich" - and now I'm re-watching Tuesday night's "Idol" with one of my roomies.
Nothing like some unexpected free hours - and on the clock too! :)
How much money did you make coming back uptown?
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Mr. Nick Redman has come and gone, and brought me Georges Delerue's A Walk With Love And Death CD, Lalo Schifrin's The Enforcer CD, and the Tryone Power DVD box set.
Featuring the last performance of Frances Farmer before the "lost years." But can you spot Cobina Wright in the master shots?
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How much money did you make coming back uptown?
$2.65
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...A nickel at a time.
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Woody - Glad that everything's all thawed out
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That's a punchline to some joke. Not mine.
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I've got pork loin thawed, but have no ideas for what to make for dinner. :-\
(This, just to provide a break from all the television posts we've had today.)
Hmm.... Got any Chinese Five Spice Powder, Pineapple (fresh or canned), and Jasmine Rice?
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A husband and wife were new to America and out of money. In desperation, the husband sends his wife out on the street to turn tricks for money. She comes back two hours later. "How much money did you make," he asks. "Fifty dollars and ten cents," she replies. "Who paid you ten cents," the man asked incredulously. She replied, "They ALL did."
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A husband and wife were new to America and out of money. In desperation, the husband sends his wife out on the street to turn tricks for money. She comes back two hours later. "How much money did you make," he asks. "Fifty dollars and ten cents," she replies. "Who paid you ten cents," the man asked incredulously. She replied, "They ALL did."
AH! That's basically the joke I was thinking about.
-Strangely enough, I heard it from my junior year English teacher. In high school. In class.
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Ohh...
...Some Maple Syrup, Soy Sauce, a dash of Cayenne, a Red Pepper, Green Beans and Sticky Rice...
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Page 9 almost here, and no one getting us there?
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In honor of singdaw's new do, a page flip
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Also, a very happy and sunny "good afternoon" to all of the assorted studlies, lovelies, hainsies, kimlets, DRs, and the G.P. ......
I just finished picking about 7 pounds of beautiful apricots (variety - "Katy") , and tomorrow they shall be transformed into wonderfully delicious, homemade apricot jam. Yuuuuuummmmm !!!
Yes, but think what you could do with them tonight!
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...A nickel at a time.
It is always more fun that way.
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Yes, but think what you could do with them tonight!
With or without the pits?
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The plots on UGLY BETTY are flying fast and furious. I'm so glad it was tonight and not last night.
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It is always more fun that way.
You speak as if from experience.
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BK, I too am thrilled by the news about THE BRAIN. I can't wait to see it "live." I hope you can get that General Mills to return, but that Cason kid...........
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You speak as if from experience.
Why, whatever put an idea like that into my head...............
Your head.
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Isn't this from the actual Hello Tommy script :)
- Gonna marry him yourself, Tommy?
- Why, Mr Simbulan, whatever put such a preposterous idea into my head?
(music swells up)
Your head.
If you want a law abolished,
jury swayed or toenails polished
Just leave everything to me
If you want your liver tested,
glasses made, cash invested
Just leave everything to me
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Or was it Mr. Sullivan in the actual script? I get confused.
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Isn't this from the actual Hello Tommy script :)
- Gonna marry him yourself, Tommy?
- Why, Mr Simbulan, whatever put such a preposterous idea into my head?
(music swells up)
Your head.
If you want a law abolished,
jury swayed or toenails polished
Just leave everything to me
If you want your liver tested,
glasses made, cash invested
Just leave everything to me
DP Colin has just laughed his socks off! Fortunately that is all.
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Should we now call you whipsaw instead of singdaw?
and here i thought it was Naomi
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Back from a great lunch, and I'd say that the excellent vibes and xylophones had some effect. I can't go into any details, but I can pretty much say that The Brain From Planet X will, one way or the other, be back onstage in June 2008 here in Los Angeles. But, the meeting was great in other ways, too.
That is great news bk...
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Let me know, Dakota, if Matt decides to appear at the Border's in Tacoma.
I will do that TCB... I wish I was in Charlotte, I would soooo be there!
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The plots on UGLY BETTY are flying fast and furious. I'm so glad it was tonight and not last night.
Yes, they are and it really keeps one on their toes.
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I watched the LOST special (no spoilers). It was on here at 7pm.
It was basically just a recap. But it was done by the producers. ANd they sort of just reminded us of where we were to this point. I like this kind of show. Because it gives us insight into what the producers are thinking. Plus sometimes they clarify things that they think are obvious, but that i did not realize (or did not remember).
Really looking forward to next week's finale.
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I'm not totally sure how i feel about the finale. There were a lot of things i liked. But some things that bugged me.
First, re: what DR FJL said about them letting neve campbell's character die. I was a bit surprised that alison didn't prevent it. However Neve was warned so many times. To me it actually made little sense that she wouldn't pay attention to the warnings. I think any normal person would. Even if they didn't believe in alison's abilties.
I guess i'm not so surprised that neve's character died (i mean it was inevitable since she knew her killer and would have let him in even if she was being cautious). I guess i just would have liked it to happen (the death) but still have her either believing alison or at least taking precautions.
The other thing that bugged me is that usually these cases are not usually so obvious. I don't know about anyone else, but to me from the beginning of the show it was COMPLETELY OBVIOUS that Jason Priestly's character was the killer. It's never that obvious. But this time it was.
I was also annoyed that joe was "fired" and that his lawyer "dumped" him. I just don't see those things happening.
I would have liked to see that play out the way it was going last week.
I did like the ending though with alison marching in and telling them what was what. Although since she had already dreamt part of that scene i wonder why she never told her boss that his "friend" was going to take over. I know she has to be careful. But i would have thought she would have told him.
I can't believe we will have to wait 8 months to see how alison is received now. I wonder if they will continue it from where they left off. Or just take us 8 months into the future.
I guess that she will be redeemed. But will she now work out in the open?
What I really wonder is if this is how the real Allison Dubois was "outed"? And did her husband really live through an office shooting and get fired? Those are the sorts of questions that I wonder about.
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I'm now off to rehearsal...I've only caught up to Page 5...but off I must go. :)
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Well perhaps if I have A YEAR and A MONTH, I can save enough money to come to LA and see BRAINEX!
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Well....with gasoline now at $3.49 per gallon and the theatre 35 miles away (one way) - I may not be auditioning for A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM after all.
Time will tell.
I also received the Tyrone Power Box Set today, and watched SON OF FURY....nothing about Frances in the "interview" section....it's as if she doesn't exist - but she sure does a nice job in the movie....although her performance wasn't mentioned by DR RLP or DR MATTH when they watched the movie....
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Is this the cover you meant, DR EDISAURUS?
(http://www.fantascienza.com/magazine/imgbank/ARTICOLI/bookellison_1.jpg)
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I hear you JRand, it is curtailing some of my plans for the summer also.
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This book cover haunted me for years, and couldn't stop looking at it...
(http://images.andale.com/f2/115/106/3761149/2007/5/14/titan_front.JPG)
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I hear you JRand, it is curtailing some of my plans for the summer also.
If I am working, it would be no problem, but if I am in a play, I work fewer hours....it is a conundrum. 8)
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Thanks, DR Cillaliz, and congratulations on your furniture dealings. I still think you'll probably have to pick up a few essentials in NYC in early October?
Are you still going in October? I'm thinking about it. A little is going to depend on how the summer goes, but I will have enough points and miles by then so that it wouldn't cost me too much.
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DR RonP, I think if people mention they have not seen a show then everybody here tries to put spoiler space. But if you definitely mention it then I think it reminds people!
I know I usually put spoiler space. But if i had known that you hadn't watched yet (being a finale and all) i would have been even more careful. Once people get crazy posting about something here it's hard to control!
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Re: jordin from AI being fat.
Does anyone know how tall she is or what size? When she stands next to ryan she looks twice his size. I always assumed she was really tall and add heels to that.
I can't figure out what size she is though (10?). She is very broad. But not fat. Although definitely not skinny.
It's interesting that people are obcessed with weight. Yet none of the final girls were skinny.
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What I really wonder is if this is how the real Allison Dubois was "outed"? And did her husband really live through an office shooting and get fired? Those are the sorts of questions that I wonder about.
I'm curious too.
My dad has her book which i still have not read. I should take a look!
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RE: VERONICA MARS cancellation.
Can i just say that I the people at the CW really annoy me.
The head Dawn Ostroff basically told a room full of people that Veronica Mars was probably cancelled but there was another show with kristin and creator rob thomas that was being discussed.
Yet when Rob Thomas was asked if this was true, he said he has never even heard of this!
Sorry need to vent. This is one of my favorite shows. :(
http://community.tvguide.com/blog-entry/TVGuide-Editors-Blog/Ausiello-Report/Veronica-Mars-Boss/800015393#comments
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We sell her book at World of Wisdom, but it can be purchased for not many $$$ used on Amazon.com
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Well, I am now a bit crabby due to the fact that I bought a slew of tanning sessions at my gym North Salem branch last summer...I used maybe one or two of them, and now they tell me that I cannot use the rest of them because, under the new system they have, the tans expired. What!! I have been buying tanning sessions at that gym for years, and because I rarely used them they had accumulated, and now all of a sudden they expire!!...and no refund because they say there is no way to prove I purchased the tans nor how many of them I used up (they conveniently tossed all of the tanning cards of all the members who had bought tans under the old system. Evidently the members had a certain amount of days in which to switch the old tans they bought over to the new tanning system (you would think that would be done automatically).
I made the manager of the gym very angry at me (I stayed very calm but he sort of lost his cool), so I don't suppose I will go to that branch anymore (thankfully I use the South Salem gym more than this one in North Salem).
But really, how dare they just up and abscond with my money like that.
Of course this was the gym that was requiring each member to "rent" a gym towel at each visit for a nominal fee so as to stave of the bird flu.
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by the way I don't tan that much really...I know it is not good for you, but I felt I was looking a bit on the pasty side.
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Page Ten Valley of the Dolls Paperback Dance.
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I had no idea MEDIUM is based on a real person. Thanks for the info. Was it ever confirmed in real life that she had those abilities?
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Well you didn't get bird flu!
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NO SPOILERS RE MEDIUM
I had no idea MEDIUM is based on a real person. Thanks for the info. Was it ever confirmed in real life that she had those abilities?
Yes, she does.
I recommend:
We Are Their Heaven by Allison Dubois ;D
Her earlier book Don't Kiss Them Goodbye describes her discovery of her gift and her earlier life. ;D
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JRand....do you know about her husband, and do you know whether any of the issues in the past few episodes ever really happened?
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Have not watched much telly since I have shifted to day hours and it is an alien feeling to do it.
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Time for to go to bed.
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I think of titles that I have but no pictures to show..
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I have one on the National Parks that is a coffee table book and the pictures are breathtaking. Simply beautiful
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Pleasant dreams Jrand
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JRand....do you know about her husband, and do you know whether any of the issues in the past few episodes ever really happened?
I don't watch the show.....I know I know....so I don't know for sure....
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I think of titles that I have but no pictures to show..
Google Image Search is your friend. ;D
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Well....with gasoline now at $3.49 per gallon and the theatre 35 miles away (one way) - I may not be auditioning for A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM after all.
Oh Puck!
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I've finally "caught up" on last night's programming and watched "Medium."
I liked the episode a lot. I can see Joe basically losing both his lawyer and his job because of the circumstances.
I do, also, TIRE of Allison's being treated badly by the people who have relied upon her. I understood Scanlon's needing to distance himself, but I'd like to have seen him seriously work with her to plot things out and see where her dreams might be leading.
It's strange to me that they don't do that. Equally strange is when they so easily dismiss her dreams when they know full well they ALWAYS mean "something."
I liked the typical Glen Gordon Caron ending...and I thought she was talking to the new D.A., rather than Scanlon, when she said, "You can thank me later."
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I don't watch the show.....I know I know....so I don't know for sure....
Oh, pook. Do you, then, read our posts on the topic?
If so, you'll know her husband was in a hostage situation on the show in which some people were murdered.
Real life? Based on what you've read?
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RE: the real alison dubois.
She is quite famous. You've probably seen her on talk shows and just never realized it.
For some reason i always thought the show was simply loosely based on her and did not use real scenarios. But it would be very interesting to know for sure!
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Ron, can I ask a question... DBF Jon is convinced you are an actor.... Are you?
ETA: correcting spelling errors before derbrucer catches me!
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Oh Puck!
my thoughts also... Jrand would make a delightful Puck!
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Ron, can I ask a question... DBF Jon is convinced you are an actor.... Are you?
ETA: correcting spelling errors before derbrucer catches me!
He isn't, but he plays one on TV.
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I was trying to find a recap somewhere because the show was complicated. But i couldn't find one that was longer than 2 lines.
If you do a search below and type in the show's name you can read some comments that we made on the day.
This is basically the ending though.
Melinda and the professor try to find out what the tragedy is that will happen on may 11th.
The week before i believe we found out that many tragedies had occured on that date in different years (last season's plane crash being one).
Anyhow this man comes to town and brings a bunch of special children, who were affected by these tragedies. They were the lone survivors. And they were all having weird visions. And were quite traumatized.
Anyhow the man needs melinda to bring the little girl from the plane crash so all the kids can be together.
Melinda realizes that a dead woman she has been talking to is the man's wife (she died in a ferry accident and he owned the ferry and was supposed to be on it).
Anyhow at the end of the show melinda and the professor realize that the man has let gabriel (the creepy guy who is trying to bring people to the bad side) take all the kids to the memorial for the plane crash.
This is where the next accident is to occur.
The children march in the procession when all of a sudden massive winds strike. And melinda rushes towards the kids to save them.
A big pole thing hits her and she is dead.
Okay this was a freaky part. And i was thinking she was going to be dead next season.
Anyhow the kids all touch hands and touch her.
Oh i forgot to mention that all the kids were having visions of melinda and had drawn her. That is how the man knew to get in touch with her.
Anyhow also the man's wife spoke to him through melinda and she told him to help melinda.
Okay so back to melinda being dead. While she was dead i think it was her father who told her she had a brother.
So the kids bring her back to life. And she is lying there.
And the end was something like melinda looking up and realizing that gabriel is her brother.
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Well....with gasoline now at $3.49 per gallon and the theatre 35 miles away (one way) - I may not be auditioning for A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM after all.
Time will tell.
I also received the Tyrone Power Box Set today, and watched SON OF FURY....nothing about Frances in the "interview" section....it's as if she doesn't exist - but she sure does a nice job in the movie....although her performance wasn't mentioned by DR RLP or DR MATTH when they watched the movie....
I don't remember which ones DR Ron Pulliam has watched, but I can tell you exactly why I haven't mentioned Frances. I haven't watched SON OF FURY yet. The only one out of the box that I've watched is PRINCE OF FOXES. I have SON OF FURY out as the next one to watch, but with BECKET here now and VENUS that I must get to tomorrow, SON OF FURY will not be happening in the next couple of days.
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I'm sorry, but I don't understand that kind of thinking at all. She went above and beyond the call of duty in trying to warn this woman, a woman who betrayed her friendship for the sake of a story, a headline, a byline, and a possible book deal. I don't know what you folks expect from her, but *I* think it's unrealistic for you to think she should have done anything other than what she did. I guess we'll just have to agree to disagree about this.
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I began my evening with EPisode #5 in the PLANET EARTH box. This one was entitled "Deserts," and it again featured astounding photography and fascinating information on desert life with plants and animals. The Blu-ray did have that "pop" aspect of the photography that distinguishes true high definition images.
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Next, I finished TO CATCH A THIEF. Edith Head's gown extravaganza in the masked ball sequence did look stupendous in Technicolor. All of Grace Kelly's gowns throughout the film looked as if she had been poured into them.
No wonder Edith was so upset when she wasn't granted permission to design Grace's wedding gown.
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New York Times review of Fantasia's triumphant performance in THE COLOR PURPLE on Broadway
http://www.nytimes.com/2007/05/18/theater/reviews/18purp.html
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UGLY BETTY had a wonderful season finale, but so much darkness and unhappiness for so many. [sigh]
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Amd did GREY'S ANATOMY really shake things up tonight or what! What a truly shocking stream of events to end the season with! Wow!
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Page Eleven Ron Weasley Dance!!!
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CSI solved the miniature killer mystery that's been a running storyline all season on the show. A little bit too contrived for my taste, and, of course, a cliffhanger ending as usual.
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Amd did GREY'S ANATOMY really shake things up tonight or what! What a truly shocking stream of events to end the season with! Wow!
It was a good episode. I'm really glad I caught up on all the past seasons...I really like this show
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Amd did GREY'S ANATOMY really shake things up tonight or what! What a truly shocking stream of events to end the season with! Wow!
hmmm, interesting...
I wonder if this going to play into the Grey's Anatomy spin-off.
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I agree Cilla, a freind loaned me her DVDs and I had been watching them at night.
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Another rave for Fantasia in COLOR PURPLE, this one from Theatermania:
http://www.theatermania.com/content/news.cfm/story/10749
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Cilla, good luck and best wishes vibes in getting office organized
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I have heard good things about COLOR PURPLE also
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Wow! This review from Talkin' Broadway's Matthew Murray says he's never seen a show transformed as much as COLOR PURPLE has been transformed by Fantasia:
http://www.talkinbroadway.com/world/ColorPurple2.html
I guess score another big one for American Idol!
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Well, it's too bad they did away with that replacement Tony category. Looks like we might have had a clear winner this year.
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CSI solved the miniature killer mystery that's been a running storyline all season on the show. A little bit too contrived for my taste, and, of course, a cliffhanger ending as usual.
Matt did you record this? Tonight was the Vixter's Spring concert AND her dance recital dress rehearsal, we didn't get home until 9:30 and realized we forgot to set the VCR....
I would be grateful if you had a copy to share ;)
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Dear RLP (and anyone else who may share his feelings)
I am very sorry if any of my "fat jokes " were offended you , please remember it all started as I was commenting on my own fat self daily becoming wider....
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((((((((((((((DANISE)))))))))))))))))))
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Matt did you record this? Tonight was the Vixter's Spring concert AND her dance recital dress rehearsal, we didn't get home until 9:30 and realized we forgot to set the VCR....
I would be grateful if you had a copy to share ;)
Oh, you're about an hour too late, DR Vixmom. I did DVR it, but I erased it the minute I finished watching it. I'm so sorry.
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I'm heading down to bed now.
Good night!
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TOD
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Oh, you're about an hour too late, DR Vixmom. I did DVR it, but I erased it the minute I finished watching it. I'm so sorry.
dang oh well i guess i'll have to wait for the reruns
thanks anyhow!!
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well off to bed go I, goodnight all
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For the TOD, this is one of my favorite book covers..THE SWIMMING POOL SET (you can see that I have some very high class reading materials in my bookshelfs).
I imagine this is what happens in the back yard of every southern California household.
(http://shutter07.pictures.aol.com/data/pictures/07/003/3F/F5/9F/EF/ToyCA0vgO8I1Mj1JQyLtTc8HJyGfZCiz0300.jpg)
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Well you didn't get bird flu!
Which brings to mind this joke:
The Reverend goes to visit one of his elderly parishioners, a woman who for years played music at services. She still has her little portable Hammond in the living room. So he walks in and she leaves to make tea for them, when what does he notice but on top of the Hammond a large bowl of water, on top of which is floating...a condom! So the lady comes back in and the Reverend, as gingerly as possible, asks the old lady, "What is that?" And she gushes, "Isn't that incredible? I found it in the park a few weeks ago and the package said 'place on organ, keep wet, prevents the spread of disease.' And wouldn't you know, I haven't had the flu all winter!"
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For the TOD, this is one of my favorite book covers..THE SWIMMING POO SET (you can see that I have some very high class reading materials in my bookshelfs).
I imagine this is what happens in the back yard of every southern California household.
SWIMMING POO???? Eewww not so sure that sounds like fun ;)
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This book I have not yet read, but I am guessing from the title that it has to do with choosing the cabinetry to remodel the kitchen or something.
(http://shutter07.pictures.aol.com/data/pictures/08/002/1F/FF/AD/AA/Rq8ukhOT7RCt1qz11eQ4cScs13cDt6sh01BB.jpg)
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Oh spoo Cillaliz! LOL! Now corrected!
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From the coprophiliac's version of I'm Still Here:
Been called a pinko, commie too
Got through it stinko by my poo
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And here is my # 1 favorite book cover. This one just always makes me smile! LOL!
(http://shutter04.pictures.aol.com/data/pictures/03/003/7D/5B/A0/53/4n32YZOOeFJTx0gNehGZQ6nzSYAlIg3Y0300.jpg)
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RE: the season finale of GHOST WHISPERER
Thank you, Jennifer. Isn't Gabriel a lot older than Melinda? As long as they didn't kill off David Conrad, I am happy.
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This one also makes me smile, although I don't know why.
(http://shutter09.pictures.aol.com/data/pictures/06/001/7E/CB/8E/5F/7y3FzLNOlDhEXZo18Q9zMa7YLIjSENYv0300.jpg)
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Cilla is fast approaching 9000.
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And this book I bought just because the cover was so neat....and I think I might be in love with the guy on the cover.
I have often thought of selling off all of these musty old paperbacks...but doggoned if I don't enjoy looking at them.
(http://shutter04.pictures.aol.com/data/pictures/03/003/2A/FD/00/DD/88qmh6LEsDjVD0EvvCCEcLEpQRQbnzVl01BE.jpg)
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Are we at page 12 yet?
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Growing up in a rather poor family (divorced mother, school teacher) this was what most of the book covers looked like for me. I learned to pick a lot of books based on the title, because... you can't judge a book by its cover.
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However this book cover, combined with the title, made The Shipkiller an attractive book to me.
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I hearby say....
If one is going to run around with the pool set, and my towel gets wet due to the high pressure situation the murder of your dry towel will justify the need of the woman who runs with the poolset not getting her way.
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Has anyone else heard of the little mystery surrounding the sale on ebay of this title?
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No, but i would be curious...
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Has anyone else heard of the little mystery surrounding the sale on ebay of this title?
Was that originally released at a Bachman title? Hmm..
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RE: the season finale of GHOST WHISPERER
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So the kids bring her back to life. And she is lying there.
And then she remarks that she thought the kids were being gathered together so she could save them, when in fact they were gathered together to save her! This is the strongest recognition given that there are celestial forces on both sides (Good/Evil, Black/White) swirling about Melinda and influencing her life.
der Brucer
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Has anyone else heard of the little mystery surrounding the sale on ebay of this title?
The swirling controvery is discussed HERE (http://www.bachmanshining.com/)
der Brucer
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I shall fulfill BK's expectations and go lie on the sands and bathe in the moonlight (one can say "I shall go sun myself" - but what if I should say "I shall go moon myself"?)
der Brucer
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Back from a long evening at Mr. Geissman's, and must now hurry and write Ye Olde Notes.