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Well, you've read the notes, the notes had both shrift and wind, and now it is time for you to post until the cows come home - frankly they're giving us short shrift.
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And the word of the day is: LOOBY!
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And now - Dino at the piano.
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Well, I guess it's good that Dino is at the piano, otherwise, since I already played a rehearsal today, I'd have to charge for overtime.
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I'm back from a lovelier than lovely day. It was a day filled with Hainsies and Kimlets.
As previously mentioned, I met DRs MusicGuy and Ben for lunch at East of Eighth down in Chelsea (a.k.a. "Gay Town"). Good food and good company. -Oh, and I had their "Bluegrass Chicken Salad" (Spicy Chicken (grilled), Pecans, Greens, Fruit (Cantaloupe and Honeydew Melons) & Cornbread Croutons) - very tasty.
Then...
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Oh, I found the "review" which is not a professional review but a user review on amazon. I don't really care that whomever it is doesn't care for it, but my Lord what a pretentiously-written thing it is - if this person used the word "contstruct" one more time I would have thrown up on the floor. And this person is actually judging the narrative merits based on listening to the CD. Ultimately, they say they might like it better if they actually saw the show. It's not the same person as the other reviewer - I read through this person's other reviews, and it is clear what sort of thing he/she likes - when I read the following sentence for example, "I felt J&H had some of the most beautiful and emotive music in all of musical theater " well, I wouldn't expect this person to like The Brain. He/she sure did like to write, though, as this thing went on and on, basically saying the same thing in five paragraphs that could have been simply stated in one.
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It was off to Mary Poppins rehearsal.
Today was "Mary Poppins Boot Camp" day. Since the girls start on-stage tomorrow with other actors for the first time - the stage manager and resident director have been standing in up until now - today was a big review and clean-up day. And, boy, did we do a lot of cleaning up and reviewing. By the end of next week, they will, hopefully, have gone through the whole show with the understudy cast on stage, and then the following week, I believe their put-in rehearsals start. -They'll run sections of the show in full costume with all the sets and props with the rest of the company.
It was a very productive day. Alas, there are still two sections of the show that just "refuse" to stick in my brain and in my hands. -And I had even gotten to the rehearsal space early to review/practice them on my own. Arrrggghh! Thankfully(?), they will be running those two sections during tomorrow's rehearsal, but I'm not the pianist on-duty for that, so... However, if I can manage it, I'm gonna sit in and listen and continue to learn.
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Then after making a few visits to a few bakeries ;), I headed on over to Theatre Row where I first encountered DR singdaw - who happened to attired in a haineshisway.com polo shirt! Very smart looking! -And I never realized it had graphics on the back too.
Once the show got out, we met up with everyone else. It was great getting to meet DR Jeanne, and DR FJL even stopped by to join us for the post-show meal.
We did indeed dine at the Theatre Row Diner. And we then did indeed head over to the Brooklyn Diner for dessert.
All I will say about tonight's dining "adventures" is... Well... Once we walked outside and looked into the sky and saw the full moon - or least an almost full moon - it explained a lot. A LOT! ;D
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Actually, tonight is the harvest moon :)
Let us all wish for a good harvest and luck.
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After DR MusicGuy hugged everyone before he headed to the subway to take the E train back to Queens, and after we parted ways with the "adults" (DRs Jeanne, Miss Karen and bk), the remaining quartet (DRs Jason, Cason, myself and BJ) headed over to Dave & Buster's for some adult entertainment. Not that type of adult entertainment, but some good ole games of chance, skee-ball and faux-gambling. Oh, and Trivia! One must not forget the Trivia. *Btw, I was the only who got the Sports question right. ;)
We had a great time, and once we had maxxed out our PowerCards, we called it a night.
And, yes, pictures were taken. Stay tuned...
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I love Dave and Busters ( potato skins!!!! ) - There is a huge one in San Diego that my uncle always takes me to, it's like chuck-e-cheese for adults!
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I tried to fix up a few more pictures of the show.
Chad, Richard Pruitt, and BJ discussing the idea of living brains....
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Rob Evan shares the idea of a the world of tomorrow with us.
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eeep too sharp...
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Cason explains to Alet why they cannot have fun with men in gold bathing suits.
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I wish I had taken pictures of the brain tap, but alas I was onstage during the time...
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I suppose I should go to bed now...
Goodnight!
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And, as promised, here are some pictures.
For starters, this is a pic I took of DR Cason last week - or maybe even the week before. I'm not exactly sure how to caption it, so...
(http://i36.photobucket.com/albums/e49/JoseSPiano/CasonPotter.jpg)
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And I took this at the closing performance of the York Theatre's Musicals in Mufti presentation of Zorba:
(http://i36.photobucket.com/albums/e49/JoseSPiano/ZorbaMufti.jpg)
Front and center are Beth Fowler who played Hortense, John Kander and Joe Stein. And the lovely Emily Skinner and Jeff McCarthy were also a part of the cast. Mr. McCarthy played Zorba here, but had made his Broadway debut playing Nikos in the 1983 revival of the show.
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While walking around the Upper East Side the other day, DR Miss Karen and I happened to spot this truck... ;)
(http://i36.photobucket.com/albums/e49/JoseSPiano/Royal.jpg)
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At dinner at the the Diner at Theatre Row - or is it the Theatre Row Diner ??? - there was a demonstration of the first incarnation of the Kimmel Hands....
(http://i36.photobucket.com/albums/e49/JoseSPiano/KimmelHands2.jpg)
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And here are DRs Miss Karen and Jeanne! *And if you look closely at the pics that DR Miss Karen are holding, you might recognize a familiar face or two. ;)
(http://i36.photobucket.com/albums/e49/JoseSPiano/KarenJeannePics.jpg)
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Then it was off to the Brooklyn Diner for dessert. Here is DR Cason putting the finishing touches on his Strawberry Blonde Cheesecake.
(http://i36.photobucket.com/albums/e49/JoseSPiano/CasonCheesecake.jpg)
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And here is DR Cason devouring some of his dessert... And BJ eating a spoonful of air.
(http://i36.photobucket.com/albums/e49/JoseSPiano/CasonBJDessert.jpg)
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At the other end of the table, DR MusicGuy was enjoying a very generous slice of the Coconut Chocolate Banana Cream Pie, and DR MissKaren selected a hot fudge sundae for her dessert.
(http://i36.photobucket.com/albums/e49/JoseSPiano/LynKarenDessert.jpg)
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And here are DRs Miss Karen and Jeanne! *And if you look closely at the pics that DR Miss Karen are holding, you might recognize a familiar face or two. ;)
(http://i36.photobucket.com/albums/e49/JoseSPiano/KarenJeannePics.jpg)
I recognize the phots as somewhat blurred figures....but putting names to them is impossible for me.
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Alas, I believe DR Jason may have had too much dessert. *And those are DR singdaw and Jeanne looking on.
(http://i36.photobucket.com/albums/e49/JoseSPiano/JasonMouth.jpg)
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I recognize the blurred figures....but putting names to them is impossible for me.
Lemme see if I can zoom in... Give me a few minutes.
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As mentioned earlier, DRs Cason, Jason, myself and BJ headed over to D&B for some fun and games. So, here is DR Cason showing off one of his "prizes" for the evening with BJ.
(http://i36.photobucket.com/albums/e49/JoseSPiano/BJCasonMonkey.jpg)
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(http://i36.photobucket.com/albums/e49/JoseSPiano/BJCasonGotBack.jpg)
THE END
;)
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Alas, I believe DR Jason may have had too much dessert. *And those are DR singdaw and Jeanne looking on.
(http://i36.photobucket.com/albums/e49/JoseSPiano/JasonMouth.jpg)
CAPTION: "Are ya gonna eat that there piece o'cake, Billy Bob? [belch] Cuz I kin
take it offen yer hands if y'ain't!"
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And now, Ladies and Gentlemen, Boys and Girls, Children of All Ages, it's time to play that new guessing game sensation that is sweeping the country, and providing countless hours of fun for everyone from coast to coast and border to border...
It's time to play...
NAME THAT STAIN
(http://i36.photobucket.com/albums/e49/JoseSPiano/NameThatStain.jpg)
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DR Ron Pulliam - Did you mean the other blurred images? ;)
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DR Ron Pulliam - Did you mean the other blurred images? ;)
I meant the photographs Miss Karen is holding.
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Maybe this will help...
(http://i36.photobucket.com/albums/e49/JoseSPiano/GuessWho.jpg)
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Good golly. I give up. Should I recognize those people? :D
(But terrific close-up!!!)
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And now, Ladies and Gentlemen, Boys and Girls, Children of All Ages, it's time to play that new guessing game sensation that is sweeping the country, and providing countless hours of fun for everyone from coast to coast and border to border...
It's time to play...
NAME THAT STAIN
(http://i36.photobucket.com/albums/e49/JoseSPiano/NameThatStain.jpg)
Is it Diet Coke?
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It was great seeing everybody tonight. And I'm so tired after all this ketching up. That'll learn me to stay away from HHW too long.
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The last time I ate at a cafeteria was in Paris avec DR François and DP Colin.
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Good Morning/Evening, DR Tomovoz.
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As for the Topic of the Day...
The PICCADILLY (http://www.piccadilly.com/) chain of restaurants/cafeterias was/is a favorite of the Simbulan household. My mom used to work for Custom Management, and Piccadilly used to be one of their "brands" - I think they're their own company now. In any case, my mom used to get lots of free meal coupons for Piccadilly, and we'd use them. They also came in handy when I was in college since there were three in Richmond, and it was a relatively nice place to eat out.
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And since I'm about to fall asleep on my iBook...
Goodnight.
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OH!
THANK YOU DR MUSIC GUY!!
~~~~~AND SAFE AND COMFORTABLE TRAVEL VIBES TO YOU TOO~~~~~
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THANK YOU DR MISS KAREN!!!!!
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Goodnight DRs Mr Piano and Mr Starfighter.
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Jose, thank you for the pictures!! That's what I'm talkin' about!! ;D
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And now, Ladies and Gentlemen, Boys and Girls, Children of All Ages, it's time to play that new guessing game sensation that is sweeping the country, and providing countless hours of fun for everyone from coast to coast and border to border...
It's time to play...
NAME THAT STAIN
(http://i36.photobucket.com/albums/e49/JoseSPiano/NameThatStain.jpg)
How about drool...from all the wonderful food and lovely desserts?? :D
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Today (Thursday, September 27) is my sister's birthday! Happy Birthday to my sister, Diane...aka Dee Dee! :)
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Tonight, we're all going to Bud Bay Cafe for dinner. It should all be very good and not too expensive. It's on the waterfront with a view of all the boats. Not much else to see...just a bunch of boats parked next to the docks. ::)
;)
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Off to bed. Good night. 8)
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Great photos! Looks like everyone had a great time!
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TOD: DRs Kerry and MusicGuy took us to Clifford's in LA last summer when we were in town for BK's cabaret series.
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It's on the waterfront with a view of all the boats.
What?? No sailors?
A HAPPY, HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO DIANE, DS OF DR GEORGE!!!
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DR JRand57 - I thought frittatta meant never having to say goodbye?!? ;)
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DR Ron Pulliam - VERY happy to hear that your box o' Judy arrived safely and on time. Mine was also waiting for me when I returned home from NYC last night!
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DR Ginny - please let us know that your mother was OK.
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DR elmore3003 -
Hope you can finish the job without too much stress today.
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Good morning, all! I worked until 9:30, so I got to bed about an hour later than planned and the alarm rang at 4:15. I got all of the pages laid out and the last four measures scored last night, so it's time to write the rest of the piece now.
DRs Adriana Patti and Jose, thanks for the photos! I'll need them next week when I'm going through major "Brain" withdrawal and missing the show and everyone badly. Luckily, I have an invitation to a Cassie Avate birthday bash next week, so I'll see some of the cast there.
After the show I saw Dan Feyer, the MD for NIGHT OF THE HUNTER in 2004 and MACCABEAT, the Hanukka rock show in the Festival this year. He's doing a NYMF show from several years ago, YANK, in Brooklyn in October, and our wonderful Private Partz, Chad, is now in the production.
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DR elmore3003 -
Hope you can finish the job without too much stress today.
Thanks, DR slingshaw! I'm sorry I couldn't stay and visit with all of you last night!
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DR Ron Pulliam - VERY happy to hear that your box o' Judy arrived safely and on time. Mine was also waiting for me when I returned home from NYC last night!
Congrats to you, too.
A box of Judy beats a ton of doody every time.
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[move=left,scroll,6,transparent,100%]~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~[size=8]Happy Page 3 Dance[/size]~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~[/move]
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I'm up! I'm up!
Don't ask me why, 'cause JoseSPiano doesn't want to know.
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At any rate, it's a warmish night and I wasn't particularly coolish/comfortable, so I have just taken a shower and am all jiggy with the room temperature now.
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Today is Thursday
You know what that means...
It means theres only one more weekday to go.
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[move=left,scroll,6,transparent,100%]~~~~~~~~Best Wishes to Everyone Everywhere~~~~~~~~~[/move]
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[move=left,scroll,6,transparent,100%]~~~~~~~~Vibe-A-Lirious & Vibe-A-Licious VIBES~~~~~~~[/move]
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TOD: Greenville Junior High School (longtime non-existent] served the best yeast rolls I've eaten in my lifetime.
They'd give us each two of the rolls with whatever meal was served.
Man they were scrumptious!
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I'm going to give "sleepytime" another chance and store up some energy for the workday ahead.
Our small group is going to lunch today at a Thai restaurant on the island of Alameda.
Ummmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmm.
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Looby Dooby Doo!
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Slow down, you're goin' too fast,
You've got to make the morning last
Just kickin' down the cobble-stones,
Lookin' for fun and bein' looby
Feeling looby
Hello lamp-post, whatcha knowing,
I've come to watch your flowers growin'
Ain't cha got no rhymes for me,
Do-it-to-do-do, bein' looby
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Avast ye grub loobies!
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Don't rush me.
I'm gettin' there.
Just a little more energy to expend after that great shower and I'll be ready for the sandman.
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Just for Jose:
[shadow=glow,color width,#characters wide][size=8] S H I P O O P I !
[/color][/size][/font][/shadow]
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Tomorrow belongs....
Tomorrow belongs....
Tomorrow belongs to me!
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I could probably post 16 more posts and totally OWN page 3.
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So sad to be all alone in the forum.
Sniff.
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I wonder if Julius Caesar ever found himself alone in the Forum?
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Or, for that matter, did Stephen Sondheim ever feel alone with "Forum"?
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Tap! Tap!
Tap! Tap!
Tap! Tap!
Tapioca everybody...
Slap! Slap!
Slap! Slap!
Slap! Slap!
Slapioca everybody....
FREEZE!
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Tap your troubles away!
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I've heard of a spinal tap
And a beer tap
But I ain' never seen no Brain Tap!
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MWAH-HA-HA-HA-HA!!!
I have foiled DR Ron Pulliams' nefarious PAGE 3 TAKEOVER plan.
[sorry :)]
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[I can delete these if you want, dear.]
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Today is Google's 9th Birthday!
Happy Birthday, GOOGLE!
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I'm celebratin' my "Mickey-Judy" box:
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MWAH-HA-HA-HA-HA!!!
I have foiled DR Ron Pulliams' nefarious PAGE 3 TAKEOVER plan.
[sorry :)]
Cur!
Infidel!
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Ride my coattails to page 4, will ya?
WhyIoughta....
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[I can delete these if you want, dear.]
Good morning, slapshaw!
Don't you delete nothin'!
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Today is Google's 9th Birthday!
Happy Birthday, GOOGLE!
And where would we be without it?
Where, I ask you.
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As soon as the
wormpage turns, I'm goin' to bed!
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Page 4
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Top o' the morning to you, my dear DR Ron Pulliam.
I think you should call in sick, skip the Thai resaurant, sit at home in your skivvies, and watch Judy all day long.
But nobody's askin' me...
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Top o' the morning to you, my dear DR Ron Pulliam.
I think you should call in sick, skip the Thai resaurant, sit at home in your skivvies, and watch Judy all day long.
But nobody's askin' me...
I would if I could, but the lunch is a "Birthday" lunch for me and one other co-worker whose birthday was this month.
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I think everybody ought to get the box, and then we synchronize our watches in each time zone so that everybody here is watching the same Mickey-Judy movie at the same time.
Then we'll all come back here and discuss!
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Got it. Those pesky, forced "team building" collegial events.
To quote, DR Ron Pulliam, Blech.
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And where would we be without it?
Where, I ask you.
We'd probably be "Askin' Jeeves" a whole lot.
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A coast-to-coast Judy extravaganza!
[size=9]LOLLAPALOOZA!![/size]
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Got it. Those pesky, forced "team building" collegial events.
To quote, DR Ron Pulliam, Blech.
And Blech, again!
I truly need some sleep, though.
I could sit up two more hours and trade banter with you.
Nothing like a good banter.
And imagine all the doody some folks will "express" when they wake up and find a ton of pages to wade through.
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The sandman has caught up to me.
I'm done for.
Later, instigator.
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I should shower, too.
Nice shootin' the breeze with you, DR Ron Pulliam.
See you later tomorrow it's today.
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Hello, everyone...
This is Mrs. Norman Maine.
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Good Morning Tom.
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Kerry, don't worry, Music Guy was very liberal with the hugs and told everyone he hugged that the hugs came from both him and you.
BTW, MG has a little something for you when he arrives back in Phoenix.
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I need to return to Otto Bremer.
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One more number down; one last one to go!
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Great photos.
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***SAFE & EASY TRAVEL VIBES***[/size][/color]
to DRs Jeanne, MusicGuy, and Edisaurus and DH Greg today
Hope I'm not forgetting anybody...
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Good morning, slingblade! You look just like your avatar. Or was it your avatar that went to dinner?
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Good morning, slingblade! You look just like your avatar. Or was it your avatar that went to dinner?
Wasn't that a Tracy / Hepburn film?
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It was an imposter, I tell you!
An imposter.
:)
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Oh, and Good Morning, DR TCB!
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Well, his avatar and he are never seen in the same place at the same time....I'm just sayin...
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It was an imposter, I tell you!
An imposter.
:)
Okay, an imposter looks just like your avatar. Better?
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Ben! How was your oatmeal? How is your bowl?
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My oatmeal was delish. Today I had a banana and raisins along with a cup of black coffee. The bowl is washed and put back in it's proper place in my desk drawer, along with the spoon and knife (also properly washed).
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It was most splendid last night seeing DRs JoseSPiano, MusicGuy, FJL, and elmore3003. DR FJL was surprising composed, considering his opening night is now less than 48 hours away!
Last night was my first time meeting bk and DRs Jeanne, Miss Karen, Cason, Jason, and Brain cast member BJ. Let me just say: each and every one of them is more warm, genuine, and truly wonderful than you can ever know - if you have not yet met them - even from knowing them from their posting on HHW. Being here and part of this is truly a blessing. I feel the same way about the DRs in the first paragraph, too, but I'd already met them previously.
Dinner was wild and wacky. By the way, thank you, DR MusicGuy! Is bk always like that, or was it the full moon? He had the whole table laughing the entire meal. He sang songs - many of which were made up on the spot - and life was truly a song cue. bk also did many, many voices. What a riot.
I can't begin to remember who ordered what. I do remember that the ranch dressing didn't pass bk's test. And DR Jeanne ordered a tuna sandwich, much to bk's dismay.
DR Miss Karen made the ultimate sacrifice in reminding me to take along my goodie bag from DR JoseSPiano [ thank you, DR JoseSPiano!!! ], which I almost left under my seat, and didn't even consider confiscating it for her own self!
DR MusicGuy declined to stand up in the crowded restaurant and shout "UNDERPANTS!", explaining that it just wouldn't have the same effect in New York City - i.e., no one would either notice or care.
The fun continued with dessert - which did not require too much arm-twisting! Thank you so much, DR Miss Karen! The coconut cake certainly lived up to its reputation.
I look forward to making more HHW connections over the coming weekend. And thanks, DR JoseSPiano, for documenting the event and posting the photos, since I stupidly forgot to charge my camera battery!
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Trying to consolidate...
DR Matthew, very glad to know that your hearing has been restored. Most important, especially for a musician!
DR vixmom - your typing was admirable and most commendable
last evening. :)
DR Edisaurus, I forgot to congratulate you on your new arrival. It's come to this; the excitement in our lives is a new vacuum cleaner! I know, I’m a dork. :)
I just LOVED DD Miss Blue’s smile…thank you, DR JRand57!!! :)
DR George – very jealous of your 8-Mar-08 “date” with SJS. Congratulations! I hear he is a close and personal friend of our very own bk.
DearReaderLaura, DR – I had the same question as several other DRs about your encounter with the fish yesterday. Lovely photos, though!
DR td – to answer your Judy questions from yesterday – No, No, and Yes. I read extensively about the Wainwright concerts at the time, and am looking forward to the release of the recording and/or video.
DR Kerry – yes, DR MusicGuy fulfilled your request admirably.
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Goodnight and good morning DRs.
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DR Tomovoz, good night! :)
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***CHECK/FUNDING VIBES***[/size][/color]
to bk for his FUNDRAISER
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And the word of the day is: LOOBY!
And The Song Of The Day: LAZY BONES
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HORN AND HARDART
'nuff said
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P.D.Q. Bach wrote a Concerto for Horn and Hardart!
Cafeterias are fun, but if you're exposed to the same one over a long period of time, they can lose some of their magic [i.e., a corporate setting]. Don't get me wrong; I love the convenience and flexibility a cafeteria can offer.
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It was an imposter, I tell you!
An imposter.
:)
It was! Imposter SawSing is much taller in person than his tiny little avatar self ... and most charming and handsome .. actually I was at a table surrounded by charming, handsome people ... a delightful evening inspite of or because of that gorgeous full moon -- and it ain't prancing, it ain't frollicking, it ain't walking --hmmm, there is literally not a word to describe the movement Jose does when he gets excited on the streets of New York -- DRs Cason and Jason can do a pretty good imitation of it though!
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Maybe this will help...
(http://i36.photobucket.com/albums/e49/JoseSPiano/GuessWho.jpg)
I Know, I Know!! It's DR Jeanne and bk on their prom date!
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Thursday morning greetings! It's rainy here in SW Ohio today.
DR Ginny - please let us know that your mother was OK.
DR Singdaw, thanks for asking. I went directly there from work and could hardly pull up to her garage, for all the telecom trucks and retirement community vehicles. The problem was, indeed, that they were having difficulties installing the new phone system in that court. The phones in Apple Ct. had been out since about 2pm Tuesday, which meant that these elderly folks had no way to be contacted nor to contact the outside world for about 36 hours. As I was leaving, I was about to give a piece of my mind to the retirement community personnel. But the telecom guy asked Mom to check and there was a dial tone on her phone. I called it from my cell and heard it ring.
The real irony here is that the closed-circuit TV was telling people to call the main building if they suspected their phones weren't working - DUH!
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While walking around the Upper East Side the other day, DR Miss Karen and I happened to spot this truck... ;)
(http://i36.photobucket.com/albums/e49/JoseSPiano/Royal.jpg)
A truck load of looby...
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I Know, I Know!! It's DR Jeanne and bk on their prom date!
Awww...I thought it was Pee Wee Herman and Miss Yvonne!
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A truck load of looby...
8)
That must be the title of someone's next novel!
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DR td – to answer your Judy questions from yesterday – No, No, and Yes. I read extensively about the Wainwright concerts at the time, and am looking forward to the release of the recording and/or video.
Oy, gevalt! have i got a cd for you! ;)
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And I forgot to mention that DR Miss Karen has the most delightful Texan lilt to her speaking voice! :)
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I'm up, I'm up. Why? Oh, well, maybe I'll lay down again. Apologies to FJL, I think I left him out of the list of people - serves me right for writing the notes so late - I think I got confused because he wasn't with us for dessert, but I'll say he was a major part of the fun at dinner.
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And now, Ladies and Gentlemen, Boys and Girls, Children of All Ages, it's time to play that new guessing game sensation that is sweeping the country, and providing countless hours of fun for everyone from coast to coast and border to border...
It's time to play...
NAME THAT STAIN
(http://i36.photobucket.com/albums/e49/JoseSPiano/NameThatStain.jpg)
Is it fish? If that's bk's arm, I'd guess grease from his fried fish platter from the other day, or mayo from his egg salad/chicken salad/cole slaw/and whatever ga-zillion calorie/fat gram plate he had last night ...
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bk ~ DR Jeanne is trying to call you about breakfast -- turn on your phone!
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DR Jason has inspired me to try for my next weight loss plateau.
Slow and steady!
But the plan ain't gonna start over the next few days, with The Temptress stalking the streets of NYC!! :)
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Awww...I thought it was Pee Wee Herman and Miss Yvonne!
LOL!! Well, I' ll be doggone, if you aren't correct, DR RicShaw!
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Love, love, love the photos from NYC! My camera and cable are already packed (no clothes yet - I have my priorities, after all). DH Richard will carry the MacBook, so we'll also be posting from The Big Apple!
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TomofOz - THANKS!!!
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There is that cryptocity again
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You watch your phraseology young man!!!
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Is it fish? If that's bk's arm, I'd guess grease from his fried fish platter from the other day, or mayo from his egg salad/chicken salad/cole slaw/and whatever ga-zillion calorie/fat gram plate he had last night ...
I don't know what it is but more than likely-THE HUMAN STAIN
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I know yesterday was "Ask bk" day, but...
I was wondering what bk or any DRs think about the practice of actors stopping the show and/or breaking character to deal with audience members whose cell phones ring during a performance. Is this a deterrent to bad audience behavior? Does it take the audience out of the theatrical moment MORE than the cell phone does?
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But the plan ain't gonna start over the next few days, with The Temptress stalking the streets of NYC!! :)
Especially when The Temptress, The Enabler, SATAN! -- that Siren of Sin -- comes bearing gifts....You could be strong and stay out of your bag of goodies and bring it back on Sunday, I'll take it off your hands..
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Since I seem to be spoiling everyone's good time with my TV comments, I'll refrain from posting and that will settle the business once and for al.
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I used to hear cell phones go off all the time when they were new; I haven't heard one since everyone has one.
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The fish were in an aquarium -- and I took about a hundred trying to photograph through that glass and get one in focus.
The water strider was skating on top of a pond. It was very very very tiny.
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...You could be strong and stay out of your bag of goodies and bring it back on Sunday, I'll take it off your hands..
SPOO!!!! TOO LATE!
;D
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Since I seem to be spoiling everyone's good time with my TV comments, I'll refrain from posting and that will settle the business once and for all.
DR Matt H., I don't follow most of the television programs, but I don't think anyone is asking you or wanting you not to post about them!
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Phone is on.
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And Perhaps Page Six?
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JUMP UP
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As If By Wizardry-PAGE SIX
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I know yesterday was "Ask bk" day, but...
I was wondering what bk or any DRs think about the practice of actors stopping the show and/or breaking character to deal with audience members whose cell phones ring during a performance. Is this a deterrent to bad audience behavior? Does it take the audience out of the theatrical moment MORE than the cell phone does?
I was taught "never break character"-- so if you can let the nit-wit have it while staying in character you might go for it, especially if it's comedy, otherwise on with the show. If you can't do it in character, I'd say it would be more distracting to take on the "phone heckler" -- good question and one a director should decide how he or she would want cast members to handle the situtation ... I don't think there is a deterrent because there are folks who will always forget to turn it off or who just don't care. Our little theatre has the greeter who gives the spill about emergency exits and a turn off your cell phone message is always included...
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Well, looky there, I'm closing in on Gratuitous Post Number 3,000 -- does that rate a curling iron, hair dryer or some small household appliance?
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Well, looky there, I'm closing in on Gratuitous Post Number 3,000 --
DR Miss Karen - Surely not all of your posts have been gratuitous? ;)
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As for the Topic of the Day...
The PICCADILLY (http://www.piccadilly.com/) chain of restaurants/cafeterias was/is a favorite of the Simbulan household. My mom used to work for Custom Management, and Piccadilly used to be one of their "brands" - I think they're their own company now. In any case, my mom used to get lots of free meal coupons for Piccadilly, and we'd use them. They also came in handy when I was in college since there were three in Richmond, and it was a relatively nice place to eat out.
That's the one I was going to say! I grew up going to the PICCADILLY in San Antonio. Then there was Looby's, I mean Luby's. And like Mr. Me, my high school cafeteria had the best rolls -- to die for!
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I'm so thrilled the show went well. You all deserve a break. Cocanut cake helps too. Hugs to you all, guys and gals!
I'm in just in heaven having Sugar for the week!
We'll talk cafeterias later.
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(evil laugh) DR Jeanne just left to go have breakfast with bk, Cason and BJ are fast asleep, so now I can crack into the Siren of Sin's goody bag and no one will ever know ... Boo-wah-hah-hah-hah! Cookies! Monkey Cake! The breakfast of champions!!
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DR Miss Karen - Surely not all of your posts have been gratuitous? ;)
None of them have been ! I use the word gratuitous in jest. Every last post of mine has been the gospel, as Mr. Me will vouch for.... ;D
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Sugar looks like a real sweetie. :)
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Mini-frenzy as I make my way toward 3,000...
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Sugar looks like a real sweetie. :)
DITTO!!
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Where is Mr. Me so he can witness my gospel posting #3,000 -- I know it will mean so much to him ...
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It will just make his day (unless of course he's having allergies or woke up on the wrong side of the bed -- hence in a snarky mood -- but then my posts will cheer him up as they always do...)
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That reminds me of Mary McCarthy's famous quote a propos Lillian Hellman: "Every word she writes is a lie, including and and the."
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The call of Monkey Cake is stronger than the call of #3,000 ....
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SO close and yet so far.
I'll just sit here and hold my breath until DR Miss Karen returns and reaches her new plateau.
:-X
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Hello, DR PennyO! Your book arrived yesterday from Amazon. I haven't even started it yet, but the back cover has me laughing already. :)
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Just in case anyone missed this last night:
(http://i158.photobucket.com/albums/t87/singdaw/P9260001.jpg?t=1190863365)
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I know yesterday was "Ask bk" day, but...
I was wondering what bk or any DRs think about the practice of actors stopping the show and/or breaking character to deal with audience members whose cell phones ring during a performance. Is this a deterrent to bad audience behavior? Does it take the audience out of the theatrical moment MORE than the cell phone does?
From personal experience, I have to say it's probably better in a live show for the actors to stop and address the problem. I can think of nothing that rips me right out of the proceedings than a cell phone...or someone suddenly coughing violently...or a baby crying...or a child whining. The latter issues are generally short-lived and should be ignored if at all possible. But with a cell phone, I think it's wholly a different thing. In addressing this, the audience member has two worries....disturbing the actors and disturbing his fellow viewers, even though the cell phone has pretty much "killed" the on-stage moment.
In movies, I take it upon myself to loudly recriminate any oaf who left his or her cell phone on and is sitting there either ignoring it or fumbling with it. Heaven forbid anyone actually sit there and talk after answering it. During one movie, a woman pulled out the ringing phone (loudest damn noise I'd ever heard emanate from a cell phone). She fumbled and fumbled. She was two rows in front of me. I finally said, "For the love of God, Lady, turn the damn thing off."
She replied, "It's new and I can't see where the answer button is."
"Then," I suggested, "you'd better take it outside, hadn't you?"
She left, and I got a nice round of applause.
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Bk - thanks for clarifying that I was there at dinner. I was beginning to think I had imagined it, not being in the notes and all. :)
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DR Miss Karen - Surely not all of your posts have been gratuitous? ;)
No....some have been tres costly.
[snark]
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Better a nice round of applause than a nice round of applesauce, i always say.
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Better a nice round of applause than a nice round of applesauce, i always say.
You left before dessert?
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Howdy - now I'm all caught up -- wondrously wonderful photos..
Oh, Singdaw, I'm glad they got the book to you so quickly - and thanks for the laugh over the back cover copy - nothing I like more than getting the laughs!!!
Hiya, Fred! Yes, it is annoying, isn't it, to feel you must have somehow imagined attending a BK event...
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JRand, I made a brief post yesterday, answering your quiestion as to whether I had ever used that lovely Tarot deck... I hadn't. But I do like the look of it.
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I'm very partial, these daze, to the Morgan-Greer...
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You left before dessert?
Are you kidding? DR FJL is so delectable, he WAS dessert!
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And now, off to my morning Tarot fest... back later, skaters!
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singdaw - Thanks. I do have a sinfully high fat and carb content. double thanks for not taking pictures of that. :)
I've still got to master the chins-be-gone maneuver for being a photo subject.
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And one for Mallomars
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Since I seem to be spoiling everyone's good time with my TV comments, I'll refrain from posting and that will settle the business once and for al.
What?
If you don't post about them, I may have to start watching them myself. ;D
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Are you kidding? DR FJL is so delectable, he WAS dessert!
They posted PICTURES, speedsaw, that shows they double-dipped!
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Just out of curiousity, didn't ANYbody watch "Life" last night?
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they double-dipped!
Only after they were triple-dog dared!
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And now, off to my morning Tarot fest... back later, skaters!
I use the Londa.....but I think I may get the One World.....Morgan-Greer is a great colorful deck. I am checking out the Revelations deck as well.
Second choice for me after the Londa...The Cosmic. ;D
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didn't ANYbody watch "Life" last night?
Umm...which reality show is that? ;)
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Loved all of the pictures. It was almost like being there. And DR JOSE's photos of other events were also much appreciated.
I hope DR BJ will keep the forehead curl as part of his new look, it is most becoming....well it is eye-catching for sure.
THANKS FOR THE PHOTOS!!!
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Both Kitty from France and Freida from someplace else sent emails to the theatre website today reminding me that size does matter and that I can be a real man with a real penis by just using their products.
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DR KAREN - I think 3000 posts entitles you to a free day trip to NYC on the day you make the post and............
Oh....you're already there. That's too bad. But congratulations when you get there anyway.
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Short shrift or long shrift...does size really matter?
The important thing is that we all be thrifty with our shrift.
Thrifty shrift shouldn't shift.
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Sith
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I hope DR BJ will keep the forehead curl as part of his new look, it is most becoming...
Yeah, but DR Cason has to lick it to make it do that.
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For photos of the world famous Gray Brothers Cafeteria that has been in Mooresville, Indiana, for over 50 years (not at this location) click the link.
It is a nice atmosphere, the portions are generous, but you pay EXTRA for every pat of butter, condiment, or what have you that you add to your tray.
http://www.roadfood.com/Reviews/Overview.aspx?RefID=1312
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Yeah, but DR Cason has to lick it to make it do that.
So he can add hair stylist to his resume. :P
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Lazy Bones......some people consider it a compliment.
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Example of a short shrift:
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The prom picture was great!!!
Thanks for sharing.....whew! How sew-fisty-kated!!!
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I Know, I Know!! It's DR Jeanne and bk on their prom date!
DR Jeanne, I LOVE that picture of you! What a beautiful gal you were, and still are!!! Please post more shots from that era!
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DR JRand, thanks for the YouTube link of Miyoshi Umeki singing "How Deep is the Ocean!" She does a swell job and I love her version of that, and her version of "Somewhere Over the Rainbow."
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TOD - When I was growing up in Detroit and my grandmother lived in Indianapolis and the interstate highway system was not yet fully developed, we'd drive south on I-75 to Old U. S. 40 and take that west to Indy. We'd always stop at Miller's Cafeteria in Richmond, Indiana. The only food memory I have is the cubes of brightly colored Jello, which appealed to me at age 10, before I learned that they're a staple of hospital food.
When in Indianapolis, we took Grandma to Laughner's Cafeteria, where she loved the lemon pie. One time she said "Where's the lemon?" and sounded just like the old lady in the Wendy's commercial who said "Where's the beef?"
It was in my elementary school cafeteria where I developed my aversion to stewed tomatoes. They were served in a wax-coated paper cup and I found them disgusting. Took me years before I could even use them in cooking and I still can't just order them as a side dish :P.
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Yup.....Myoshi can really sing!!!
I am looking at all of the props and costumes on the MAD MEN site over at AMC....what a fun show to work on.
I wonder if MR BK has seen an episode yet?
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I don't know from the TOD as I don't know of any in Orygun, other then those at the assorted schools I attended.
JRand, that fried chicken on that cafeteria's website looks delicious!
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TOD - It was in my elementary school cafeteria where I developed my aversion to stewed tomatoes. They were served in a wax-coated paper cup and I found them disgusting. Took me years before I could even use them in cooking and I still can't just order them as a side dish :P.
Oh my GOSH! I had those, too! I'd totally forgotten about them.
YUCK!
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I don't know from the TOD as I don't know of any in Orygun, other then those at the assorted schools I attended.
JRand, that fried chicken on that cafeteria's website looks delicious!
From BK's last paragraph:
"Even school cafeterias count."
;D
And who among us ever survived a FOOD FIGHT????
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With apologies to DR CILLA LIZ:
ATTORNEY: Doctor, before you performed the autopsy, did you check for a
pulse?
WITNESS: No.
ATTORNEY: Did you check for blood pressure?
WITNESS: No.
ATTORNEY: Did you check for breathing?
WITNESS: No.
ATTORNEY: So, then it is possible that the patient was alive when you
began the autopsy?
WITNESS: No.
ATTORNEY: How can you be so sure, Doctor?
WITNESS: Because his brain was sitting on my desk in a jar.
ATTORNEY: But could the patient have still been alive, nevertheless?
WITNESS: Yes, it is possible that he could have been alive and
practicing law
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I've always heard the expression as: Are/Were your eyes bigger than your stomach?
(http://davebudge.com/wp-images/47513555.NeverEatAnythingBiggerThanYourHead.jpg)
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DR MattH, I agree re: the television comments.
I really enjoy your comments.
Just put the name of the show on its own line or write spoiler at the top.
Sometimes your comments are quite general. But i get what DR DakotaCelt was saying. I don't watch that soap so i find it interesting. But if it was my soap i wouldn't want to read the comments till after i saw it!
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I really enjoyed hearing/reading/seeing pictures of the NYC festivities last night.
But I must say i feel like complete and utter crap. I think i have the worst immune system. My 2 yr old niece has an ear infection/fever. And last night i was in so much pain. My throat was killing like it was on fire (this never happens to me). But worse i had a fever of 102.5. I never have fevers like that. And it was freaking me out becuase i didn't know what to do and it was night.
I took a cold shower and even took ibuprofen (to reduce fever) and it just kept getting higher. I went to the doctor this morning. And she said everyone seems to be catching whatever this is. She gave me a stepe test (rapid part came back negative). So now i just have to wait. But my gosh it hurts like all heck!
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Just out of curiousity, didn't ANYbody watch "Life" last night?
I didn't. I know you said it was good. The premise did not sound interesting to me. but as i said yesterday i'm having a hard time knowing which shows i think i will like.
I did record PRIVATE PRACTICE, THE BIONIC WOMAN, and DIRTY SEXY MONEY. Not sure if any of those are good.
Tonight is UGLY BETTY. Although i'm going to record it since i like watching SURVIVOR at 8pm!
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Good Morning! Good Afternoon!
I'm up, I'm up... And, of course, the handyman did not come back this morning to repair my window. Again. *However, since I really wanted/needed to sleep in, that wasn't such a bad thing after all.
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Umm...which reality show is that? ;)
It's the one about a seasoned detective who "offs" snarky citizens..
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Hope you feel better, DR JENNIFER....
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DR Matthew - I meant to comment on the restoration of your hearing last night... A small black eraser?!?!?!?!? WOW!!!
-And that's my comment. However, it's good to know that you were able to get your problem/mystery solved.
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Sugar shore is a purty doggie.
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DR Jennifer - ~~~~~GET WELL VIBES~~~~~
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DR singdaw - You're welcome. :)
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DR Miss Karen - You're welcome. :)
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DR td - I thought the CD for Lorna Luft's tribute show to her mother came out a few years ago? I think I even have a copy somewhere. -She performed the show at the University of Richmond a couple of years ago. It was sort of in conjunction with her appearance as Mama Rose in their production of Gypsy. She was a guest artist for a semester.
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DR Pulliam - I did not, not not watch "Life".
-Is there such a thing as a triple-negative?
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Back from a lovelier than lovely breakfast with our own dear reader Jeanne - we went to the Westway Diner which, I must say, has the cheapest breakfast prices anywhere. You can get a double fried egg sandwich for two bucks. I had the eggs benedict, which were certainly decent and Jeanne had French toast.
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I have some important work to do for a while, then I'll be available for whatever meals and/or playtime is in store.
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Awww...I thought it was Pee Wee Herman and Miss Yvonne!
Speaking of looby. :P
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Jeanne had French toast.
Because they don't serve tuna sandwiches before lunchtime?
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DR Miss Karen - I meant to ask you and Cason last night.. Did you enjoy the other NYMF show you saw on Tuesday night?
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I have some important work to do for a while, then I'll be available for whatever meals and/or playtime is in store.
Two words: Roller Derby
8:00
;D
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Play time in New York, why does it seem so inviting?
Play time in New York, after the thrill of first-nighting.
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DR Miss Karen - I meant to ask you and Cason last night.. Did you enjoy the other NYMF show you saw on Tuesday night?
OH! I just looked up the info for the show you saw, Petite Rouge: A Cajun Red Riding Hood. I know that show! It was done in DC, well, in Bethesda, MD, at one of my old stomping grounds, Imagination Stage/Bethesda Academy for the Performing Arts (BAPA). And it was written by Joan Cushing who I think still moonlights as "Mrs Foggybottom" - sort of a male counterpart to Mark Russell.
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Just saw this joke which did make me laugh out loud.
Ahmadinejad says there are no homosexuals in Iran, which explains the pathetic state of their musical theater.
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And I think I'm going to get ready to head out for the day. And my day will include a few hours over at the New Amsterdam theatre observing the Mary Poppins rehearsal this afternoon.
However, after rehearsal is done at 5:00, I'm up for whatever anyone else is up for.
OH! DR Cason - I misread the ACL rehearsal schedule - well, I was a day ahead. No rehearsal until tomorrow. Sorry. ;)
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Better a nice round of applause than a nice round of applesauce, i always say.
Is it home made applesauce? You can pass it here and I will applaud you ;D
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I would if I could, but the lunch is a "Birthday" lunch for me and one other co-worker whose birthday was this month.
Well, then at least eat your lunch in your skivvies then... with the Mickey & Judy Box in your man-bag.
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DR Miss Karen - I meant to ask you and Cason last night.. Did you enjoy the other NYMF show you saw on Tuesday night?
It was indeed Petite Rouge and we both really enjoyed it. It's a very cute show (the guy who was playing the 'gator - in this story the substitute for the Big Bad Wolf - was so much fun). The costumes were fantastic, and couple with the lighting they used, it showed you don't have to have big sets to create the world.
Even, in the midst of it being a billed as a children's theatre show, my mom and I had a great time.
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A HAPPY, HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO DIANE, DS OF DR GEORGE!!!
Thank you for my sister! :D
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OH! DR Cason - I misread the ACL rehearsal schedule - well, I was a day ahead. No rehearsal until tomorrow. Sorry. ;)
Well...damn.
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I've always heard the expression as: Are/Were your eyes bigger than your stomach?
(http://davebudge.com/wp-images/47513555.NeverEatAnythingBiggerThanYourHead.jpg)
I have this book!
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I think everybody ought to get the box, and then we synchronize our watches in each time zone so that everybody here is watching the same Mickey-Judy movie at the same time.
Then we'll all come back here and discuss!
...And at the same we start the movies, we can put on the soundtrack to the Wizard of Oz and discover how they eerily sync up at key moments.
;D
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FJL, I don't know what you're talking about - your name is clearly listed in today's notes :)
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I'm up for whatever anyone else is up for so let's do something fun tonight - a dining adventure somewhere.
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Of course, I do love that Thai jernt in the Village... just sayin'.
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Well...damn.
But if you time your appearance at the stage door before the show... And since it's Thursday that means it is payday, so I would have a semi-legitimate reason for stopping by the theatre before the show. -Of course, since I wasn't on ACL payroll last week, well... Just sayin'. ;)
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I'm out of Diet Coke again - I've been buying single bottles because I don't want to leave stuff in the apartment after I've gone. I may take another two boxes to Fed Ex today and get that out of the way. That's all I'll have to ship back, and my suitcase should be suitably light for the trip home.
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Great Photos! It's nice to see Miss Karen and Jeanne. (And the rest of you, but I haven't seen too many photos of Miss Karen and Jeanne). I'm really looking forward to meeting the HHW people I haven't met and just to be in NYC. I'm about to close the office until October 2. The message is on the phone and on the door (in Spanish and English). Sam should be leaving Estherville any time so that gives me 2 hours to clean up the house for the cat sitter.
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OH... And there's a special screening of Otto Preminger's movie version of "Porgy and Bess". And Preminger biographer, Foster Hirsch, ("Otto Preminger - The Man Who Would Be King") will be introducing the film tonight too.
Info HERE (http://clearviewcinemas.com/special-engagement-porgy.shtml)
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I'm out of Diet Coke again - I've been buying single bottles because I don't want to leave stuff in the apartment after I've gone. I may take another two boxes to Fed Ex today and get that out of the way. That's all I'll have to ship back, and my suitcase should be suitably light for the trip home.
Six Pack.
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DR Jose, when will you be around ACL tomorrow? If we're on time, we may be heading over that way in the afternoon.
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What am I doing at the office.....I'm leaving right this minute to grab some lunch and head home....laters
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It's the one about a seasoned detective who "offs" snarky citizens..
I don't know that one...
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***FEEL BETTER VIBES***
to DR Jennifer
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DR Jose, when will you be around ACL tomorrow? If we're on time, we may be heading over that way in the afternoon.
I will actually be at Mary Poppins tomorrow afternoon. However, you could stop by there right after rehearsal... And if you wanted to see the stage of the Schoenfeld, I could take you there too.
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OK... And since I was getting read to leave a couple of posts ago...
Laters...
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the handyman did not come back this morning to repair my window.
If he had shown up, would you have serenaded him with a quick rendition of "Love, Look in My Window"?
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I have nothing to say.
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...with the Mickey & Judy Box in your man-bag.
Another euphemism? ;)
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DR George – very jealous of your 8-Mar-08 “date” with SJS. Congratulations! I hear he is a close and personal friend of our very own bk.
Thanks!! I can't wait!!!
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Just out of curiousity, didn't ANYbody watch "Life" last night?
I don't know about anyone else, but I didn't watch it. It's just one show that, as interesting as it may seem, I don't think I'll have time for. :-\
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I have nothing to say.
That's never stopped me. :P
Or were you quoting George from Sunday?
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A bit of both.
Happy Birthday to DS of DR GEORGE....Diane
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I really enjoyed hearing/reading/seeing pictures of the NYC festivities last night.
But I must say i feel like complete and utter crap. I think i have the worst immune system. My 2 yr old niece has an ear infection/fever. And last night i was in so much pain. My throat was killing like it was on fire (this never happens to me). But worse i had a fever of 102.5. I never have fevers like that. And it was freaking me out becuase i didn't know what to do and it was night.
I took a cold shower and even took ibuprofen (to reduce fever) and it just kept getting higher. I went to the doctor this morning. And she said everyone seems to be catching whatever this is. She gave me a stepe test (rapid part came back negative). So now i just have to wait. But my gosh it hurts like all heck!
~~~SUPER GET WELL VIBES FOR DR JENNIFER!!~~~
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Happy Birthday to DS of DR GEORGE....Diane
And thank you for my sister. :)
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Now...I must shower, shave, dress, put my sister's birthday present in my car (it's a circular, metal fire-pit holder thing...I'll take a picture or two) and go to work. Until later! :D
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DR George, I think you should test drive it - set it up in the middle of the library and let her rip!
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You don't seem to have the indigent problem at your library that DR Ginny does, so marshmallow-toasting probably won't be a problem...
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DR George, I think you should test drive it - set it up in the middle of the library and let her rip!
If DR George's library is anything like mine, it might not even be noticed!
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LOL DR GINNY.....
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DR elmore3003 - have you ever worked with Paul Gemigniani before?
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DR Ginny - right about now, DR Miss Karen has finished her monkey bread...as well as mopping and waxing the floor of your apartment, in preparation for your arrival...
On to the windows after lunch.
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DR Matthew - I meant to comment on the restoration of your hearing last night... A small black eraser?!?!?!?!? WOW!!!
-And that's my comment. However, it's good to know that you were able to get your problem/mystery solved.
DR Matthew, are you sharpening pencils with your ear? Stop it. You will hurt yourself.
I just finished the piece! I'm taking a minute at the computer before I run down to the copyists.
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DR Ginny - right about now, DR Miss Karen has finished her monkey bread...as well as mopping and waxing the floor of your apartment, in preparation for your arrival...
On to the windows after lunch.
Just so she leaves behind some of those chocolates and flowers!
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DR elmore3003 - have you ever worked with Paul Gemigniani before?
No. We've never met before.
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I'm up for whatever anyone else is up for so let's do something fun tonight - a dining adventure somewhere.
DR BK, is still recommend the Turkish restaurant just a block up and over from the Westway Diner....DR Rodzinski and I had a wonderful meal there.
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CONGRATULATIONS, DR elmore3003, on finishing that monumental job!
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I don't know that one...
It's best watched from a distance...
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I'm really sorry folks here seem to have missed "Life -- one of the finer shows I've seen in recent years.
Damian Lewis is an amazing actor and his character in this show is multi-dimensional, quirky and haunting.
Not your run-of-the-mill show...and there are plenty of cookie-cutter shows out there.
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Other than "Life", there was nothing on primetime last night to tempt me in the slightest.
Tonight is a different thing, altogether. Tonight is "Ugly Betty" and "Smallville".
On "Smallville", we get to see Clark Kent's (aka Kal El's) "bizarro world" counterpart.
It should be f-u-n!
I rewatched Monday's "Heroes" episode last night. For anyone who has not yet seen it:
[size=8]SPOILER[/size]
I was a bit indifferent to the new story arc of the brother and sister in Honduras trying to escape "Jose Law" and get to the U.S. The sister does have a devastatingly dangerous power, and the brother is desparately trying to save her. Perhaps, once they get here, it will interest me more. The subtitles were a bother. I know "Heroes" is going to be more "international" this season, but I'm not sure I want to be reading subtitles all season.
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DR td - I thought the CD for Lorna Luft's tribute show to her mother came out a few years ago? I think I even have a copy somewhere. -She performed the show at the University of Richmond a couple of years ago. It was sort of in conjunction with her appearance as Mama Rose in their production of Gypsy. She was a guest artist for a semester.
It was available as an import, it's getting it's domestic release on the 23rd of OCtober.
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DR George, I think you should test drive it - set it up in the middle of the library and let her rip!
Well...I don't think that that would be tolerated. ;) I could set it up, though (but I won't). The metal parts just bolt together.
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If DR George's library is anything like mine, it might not even be noticed!
We're having new employee orientation this week, so there are a lot more people than usual...someone would notice something.
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I'm really sorry folks here seem to have missed "Life -- one of the finer shows I've seen in recent years.
Damian Lewis is an amazing actor and his character in this show is multi-dimensional, quirky and haunting.
Not your run-of-the-mill show...and there are plenty of cookie-cutter shows out there.
I guess I'm going to have to try this out. That's quite the recommendation. :)
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Example of a short shrift:
And another:
(http://www.haineshisway.com/community/attachments/CIMG0074.JPG)
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Speaking of singing sisters...
If Rosalyn Kind issued a new album, it would almost be like having a new release from her half-sister, Barbra.
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Back from shipping a big box o' clothes and stuff back home. I have one little box left, which will go tomorrow.
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As most of you know, I've seen the Porgy and Bess print they're showing here many times in LA as a pal of mine owns it. But I've heard disturbing reports about out of focus projection and bad sound equipment.
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I've heard disturbing reports about out of focus projection and bad sound equipment.
I didn't know that they were doing these screenings at The Acorn.
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I didn't know that they were doing these screenings at The Acorn.
:o
LOL!! ;D
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(http://www.haineshisway.com/community/attachments/CIMG0074.JPG)
I like that the guy on the left seems to be looking at Cason's ass. ;)
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J E N N I F E R-
GET WELL VIBES AND MARIMBAS TO YOU
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I like that the guy on the left seems to be looking at Cason's ass. ;)
When The CASON Goes Marching Along !!!
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I like that the guy on the left seems to be looking at Cason's ass.
bk's close and personal friend, Stephen Sondheim, wrote a song about him:
The One on the Left
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No. We've never met before.
Maybe not in this life time. 8)
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I notice that Zubrick is wearing silver tights in New York, but he had the beatnik style black tights in LA.
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Silver tights,
Silver tights
It's Zubrick in
New York City.
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I notice that Zubrick is wearing silver tights in New York
Yes, didn't Jessa-Raye Court do a bang-up job? ::)
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I will actually be at Mary Poppins tomorrow afternoon. However, you could stop by there right after rehearsal... And if you wanted to see the stage of the Schoenfeld, I could take you there too.
What time do you get done with rehearsal?
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Sam got a bit of a late start leaving E'ville, but I expect her in about 30 minutes. We shall be on our way!
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To Omaha that is....
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Get well vibes to DR Jennifer~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
Who do you like on DWS?
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Vibes to all who are traveling this week~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
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Where in tarnation is DR Dan (the Man)? Miss his smiling face.
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THIS JUST IN:
Virile Basses
Men with deep voices tend to have more children than those who speak at a higher pitch, scientists say.
Their finding is based on a group of hunter-gatherers in Tanzania known as the Hadza, who can be studied without bias because they use no birth control.
Males who hit lower notes as they talked had about two more children on average than squeaky speakers.
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The LA costumes, save for the terrible gold lame trunks, were great. The gal who replaced Jessa did as much as she could, but there's not enough color onstage and I HATE the silver tights on Zubrick and Yoni - much prefer the black pants from LA.
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And Where may I ask are THE BRAINS supping tonight?
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Would anyone who's in New York on Monday morning be interested in going to 6th Ave. with me to cheer when these folks cross the finish line:
York Tour de Pink (http://www.youngsurvival.org/tour_de_pink/index.html)
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We happened to catch Plan 9 from Outer Space on TCM the other night, and I did indeed notice the similarity in the costumes.
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I just checked in at the LOOBY of the Wellington.
Hello, NY!
Now to catch up...
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Ultimately, they say they might like it better if they actually saw the show.
Kind of like the person who gave SACCO AND VANZETTI a bad one star review based on reading the product description without having even seen the film!
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Looby Dooby Do
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Hello, DR Edi - glad you've arrived in NYC. See you soon!
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And Now Jose On The Piano
Who the Hell is Dino anyway?
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Being just about to leave work, I just wanted to post a note or two here with NO APOLOGY FOR BEING A WUSSBURGER.
I am so looking forward to seeing as many DRs as possible this weekend, as well as Starfighter, Friends, and Brain.
Joe and I will be driving in with DR vixmom and vixter for the 1:00 show of Starfighter and checking into the Milford Plaza for two days. Or did I say that already? It gets so difficult at my age...
Hopefully I'll have time for some more posting this evening or tomorrow at work. In the meantime (all they gave me was that in-between time) let me wish a big HAPPY for all the birthdays I've missed in the last several months.
Laters.
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Love "LATERS" straight from your heart.
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Looby Dooby Do
And that's a "direct" quote:
Looby Dooby Doo!
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Back from lunch:
The Thai food was excellent. I had some sort of lime soup, followed by Pra-Ram Chicken over steamed veggies (broccoli and bok-choy). VERY tasty.
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The rest of this afternoon had best "fly by" 'cause I'm ready to head home and get into a vegetative state.
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P.D.Q. Bach wrote a Concerto for Horn and Hardart!
I saw this performed! There aren't that many Hardart players out there!
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And that's a "direct" quote:
Noo Ron- You have me beat by an "o"
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DR Jason has inspired me to try for my next weight loss plateau.
Slow and steady!
But the plan ain't gonna start over the next few days, with The Temptress stalking the streets of NYC!! :)
Me, too. "I'll think about it tomorrow", or at least when I get back to Atlanta!
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Me, too. "I'll think about it tomorrow", or at least when I get back to Atlanta!
Fiddle-dee-dee!
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The secret service are surrounding my hotel and they will soon be closing 7th avenue. I guess they heard we were in town.
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Ron-
I give you full credit !
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Scooby looby doo!
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Edi-
Have a BLAST- Diets are not for NEW YORK!!
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Tell all your friends that for tomorrow's four-thirty show only there are now discounted tickets available for The Brain - $15. Here's the code and the link:
Code Brain15 is active for that performance.
Link here: https://www.ovationtix.com/trs/pe/131221/prm/Brain15
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Has anyone here ever "hawked a looby?"
;D
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In strictest terms, I suppose many folks here are "land loobies".
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Moose poop!
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Has anyone here ever "hawked a looby?"
;D
Or a Scooby? Or for that matter a Dooby?
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I'm up for whatever anyone else is up for so let's do something fun tonight - a dining adventure somewhere.
We're all in for whatever. I'll keep reading and see if anything is suggested...
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A co-worker brought in a woodne moose...it has joints, etc.
You fill a cavity on its back with little brown candies like rasinets...you lift its head....and several candies "drop" out its rear end.
Folks love eating moose poop from it.
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Or a Scooby? Or for that matter a Dooby?
Doobie Doobie DO!
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I saw a plastic donkey that did this with cigarettes.
It is quite an engineering marvel.
(http://www.gagsandgoods.com/products_pictures/donkeycigdisthumb.jpg)
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Would anyone who's in New York on Monday morning be interested in going to 6th Ave. with me to cheer when these folks cross the finish line:
York Tour de Pink (http://www.youngsurvival.org/tour_de_pink/index.html)
Me!
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DR EDISAURUS is in NYC!!!
DRS CILLA LIZ and GINNY are headed that way. There is no place else in the universe to be!!!
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am so looking forward to seeing as many DRs as possible this weekend, as well as Starfighter, Friends, and Brain.
Yay! Looking forward to meeting you, WFO!
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The LA costumes, save for the terrible gold lame trunks, were great. The gal who replaced Jessa did as much as she could, but there's not enough color onstage and I HATE the silver tights on Zubrick and Yoni - much prefer the black pants from LA.
The color palate is earthbound, from what I can see in DR ADRIANNA PATTI'S lovely photos.
I hope there is an insert that reiterates Jessa's incompetence. >:(
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How the hell can we producers make a profit if you start discounting the damned tickets.
It's called show BUSINESS, dammit.
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I Know, I Know!! It's DR Jeanne and bk on their prom date!
Now that is a dude with 'tude. But a very lovely young lady.
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DR Jason has inspired me to try for my next weight loss plateau.
Slow and steady!
But the plan ain't gonna start over the next few days, with The Temptress stalking the streets of NYC!! :)
Jose?
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Yay, libraries may be returning to DR Jane's Neighborhood (http://www.ala.org/ala/alonline/currentnews/newsarchive/2007/september2007/ashlandtalent.cfm)!
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Did someone or something happen that upset Matt?
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Example of a short shrift:
Ha! I even know who that is in the photo!
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Tell all your friends that for tomorrow's four-thirty show only there are now discounted tickets available for The Brain - $15. Here's the code and the link:
Code Brain15 is active for that performance.
Link here: https://www.ovationtix.com/trs/pe/131221/prm/Brain15
Well, NYMF "seduced" by Email me to get two dixcounters for Such Good Firends Sunday 4:30
der Brucer
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OK, well, we're going to run a few errands and may not be back at the computer. So call me on my cell phone if anything transpires for dinner. Thai-ing one on in the Village sounds good, or anything else. I trust The Enabler and his restaurant recommendations!
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And thabks for all the travel vibes, they obviously worked!
Note to anyone who wants to travel down 7th avenue around Carnegie Hall---apparently it's blocked because Bill Clinton is making a speech somewhere hereabouts. Subway is the way to go!
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Well, NYMF "seduced" by Email me to get two dixcounters for Such Good Firends Sunday 4:30
der Brucer
And what might that code be?
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DR td - I thought the CD for Lorna Luft's tribute show to her mother came out a few years ago? I think I even have a copy somewhere. -She performed the show at the University of Richmond a couple of years ago. It was sort of in conjunction with her appearance as Mama Rose in their production of Gypsy. She was a guest artist for a semester.
I saw Lorna Luft's nightclub debut back in 1971 at, I believe, the Fairmont in San Francisco. She was very good about not discussing her mother during the show; but for her encore she did "Mama a Rainbow" from MINNIE'S BOYS which ended with a soft piano refrain of "Over the Rainbow." It was very moving. But I really enjoyed her nightclub act. I think she is very talented.
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Good Evening!
Back from rehearsal, and it looks like I will actually be heading back down to the New Amsterdam to watch tonight's show. I'm playing for the BIG staging rehearsal tomorrow, and since there are a bunch of visual cues I'm still not really sure of, well...
Alas, I will not be able to join the gang tonight for dinner, but...
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OH! I just looked up the info for the show you saw, Petite Rouge: A Cajun Red Riding Hood. I know that show! It was done in DC, well, in Bethesda, MD, at one of my old stomping grounds, Imagination Stage/Bethesda Academy for the Performing Arts (BAPA). And it was written by Joan Cushing who I think still moonlights as "Mrs Foggybottom" - sort of a male counterpart to Mark Russell.
I thought Mark Russell was a male!
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If you're looking for a "fun" dining experience, I suggest heading down to Korea-Town - W. 32nd Street between 6th and 5th - and try on of the Korean Barbecue places out. My favorite is Won-Jo (23 W. 32nd) - they still use real charcoal/embers instead of the gas grill tops. It can get a bit pricey, but most of the entrees are meant for sharing. -And if you don't feel comfortable cooking the meat yourself, the hostesses will more be than happy to help you out.
There's also a great Korean fried-chicken place, Restaurant Forte Baden Baden (28 W. 32nd - second floor). It's literally a Korean Beer Garden type of place. They do serve some traditional Korean dishes, but their fried chicken is amazing (served with deep-fried garlic cloves!) - and their "large" serving is usually enough to feed three to four people.
Hmm.. Maybe I will go to dinner tonight... ;)
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Health vibes to Dr Jennifer and Matthew.
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I thought Mark Russell was a male!
Oops. Well... fe!
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Hmm.. Lemme look over tomorrow's run down for rehearsal... Hmm.. ;)
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And what might that code be?
No code just a link
HERE! (https://www.ovationtix.com/trs/pe/131861/prm/Friends15)
der Brucer
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Anyone who wants to sup - we're meeting at 44x10 at seven.
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And another:
(http://www.haineshisway.com/community/attachments/CIMG0074.JPG)
I have only one thing to say about that photo: Bronzing gel!
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I notice that Zubrick is wearing silver tights in New York, but he had the beatnik style black tights in LA.
They were on sale in Brooklyn!
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I like that the guy on the left seems to be looking at Cason's ass. ;)
I wouldn't mind having the guy on the left look at my ass. ;)
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bk - I just sent you an e-mail with some dining suggestions...
Or you could go back to 44&10. :P
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NYMF, in thy orisons
Be all my sins remember'd.
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Edi, why are the Secret Service surrounding your hotel? And if they really are the Secret Service, why do we hear so much about them?
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...And if you do meet at 44th & 10th Ave., you could always just walk up two more blocks and over one to Daisy May's BBQ. Good BBQ, and good prices too.
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And, yes, Bill Clinton is in town tonight, and Barack Obama also has some appearances coming up this weekend too.
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Edi, why are the Secret Service surrounding your hotel? And if they really are the Secret Service, why do we hear so much about them?
;)
Well, there are Secret Service agents you can see, and there are many more that you just don't know or hear about. :-X
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OK.. Time to change into my pit blacks.
Laters...
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Well! I guess everybody has gone to dinner.
Oh, and HAPPY BIRTHDAY, DIANE, to George's sister.
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Well! I guess everybody has gone to dinner.
Oh, and HAPPY BIRTHDAY, DIANE, to George's sister.
I'm sure my sister thanks you, TCB! ;D I took a couple of pictures of the fire ring that we got her (it's what she wanted), but I can't post them until I get to my home computer.
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Gee, George, I guess we should do lunch this weekend, just so we can post some pictures of ourselves.
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Gee, George, I guess we should do lunch this weekend, just so we can post some pictures of ourselves.
Are you busy Sunday? I have rehearsal on Sunday at 6:00 pm, so any time before that is fine with me. :D
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And I have a 1GB memory card in my camera, so we can take a LOT of pictures!! ;D
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OK.. Time to change into my pit blacks.
Laters...
Better them than the pitted ones.
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Are you busy Sunday? I have rehearsal on Sunday at 6:00 pm, so any time before that is fine with me. :D
Unfortunately, I am busy.
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Unfortunately, I am busy.
Or, are you just "resting"?
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DR MATTH thought someone was complaining about his TV posts, I think....but I didn't see any....so I don't know....
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Well, I'm off to the sister's birthday dinner! Have a good evening, all!
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We watched OZ made movie "Jindabyne" last night. It is an OZ adaption on Oregonian Raymond Carver's short story "So Much Water Close To Home".
Very good movie IMHO. Laura Linney stars.
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For those who don't know the story you maybe able to download the song "Everything's Turning to White" by Paul Kelly. The song was written quite a few years before the film - but from the same source material.
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DR MATTH thought someone was complaining about his TV posts, I think....but I didn't see any....so I don't know....
Dakota wasn't complaining - she simply requested that he put a spoiler alert at the top of his TV posts, as she tapes some of those shows he mentions to watch later. She included a smiley...
Speaking as someone who reads the last chapter of a mystery novel first, I don't have a problem with spoilers, but that's just me!
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Yay! UGLY BETTY is back! And it's good.
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Wainwright performs a soaring tribute to Garland
By James Reed, Globe Staff | June 16, 2006
NEW YORK -- The novelty of it was undeniable. For two nights, flamboyant pop musician Rufus Wainwright would be re-creating the 1961 concert Judy Garland performed at Carnegie Hall, just eight years before she died of an accidental overdose. The blue ticket stub read ``Rufus Wainwright in Concert," and then right below it: ``Dedicated to Judy Garland."
That was only half of it. Wainwright's concert at Carnegie Hall on Wednesday (and also last night) was not merely a show, but a cultural event that drew a sold-out crowd dotted with celebrities and an audience that held Wainwright in rapturous esteem. If he weren't already so revered, it would have been a star-making moment.
Performing the entire concert, which later became a Grammy-winning album, was a wildly ambitious project, encompassing more than 25 songs, two costume changes (from cream-colored suit to top hat and tails), and peaks and valleys of decadent singing and sentiment.
But Wainwright was up to the task, dusting off these American Songbook chestnuts with verve and an obvious affection for the material. What he lacked in Garland's emotional heft and vocal grandeur, he compensated for with blowsy bravado and a keen understanding that delicious vamping goes a long way. Every toss of his floppy hair and thrust of his hips was in synch with the astounding full orchestra conducted by Stephen Oremus.
Wainwright's reverence for Garland aside, the concert was as much as about Wainwright and his own aspirations. Of course, there was the symbolic importance of a gay performer saluting a pivotal gay icon. Yet this wasn't an evening of reinvention, but rather heartfelt homage, right down to Wainwright forgetting some of the words (as Garland did) on ``You Go to My Head" and resurrecting some of her original stage banter.
His love of Garland, he explained, started with ``The Wizard of Oz," and as a child, his dream was to click his ruby-red slippers just like Dorothy. That was on a good day; on a bad day, he fancied himself the Wicked Witch of the West.
The show also gave Wainwright a chance to explore his range of talents, from sultry jazz singer (perched suggestively in his ``jazz chair," as he called it), to hammy showstopper, to brassy ballad belter. For ``Puttin' on the Ritz," his gleeful smile and enthusiasm made you feel as if he were a child again, performing in the family living room.
And, yes, the night was an absolute scene, from David Byrne seated right beside me to Peter Sarsgaard escorting a very pregnant Maggie Gyllenhaal to the ladies room. Oh, and there was Carson Kressley (surprise!) in a plaid blazer casting his queer eye on a gaggle of men near the stage, and, later, Laurie Anderson (sans Lou Reed), Tony Kushner, and a demure (and also pregnant) Beth Orton quietly leaving the theater. Outside, Sarah Jessica Parker waved to fans from behind her limo as Kristen Johnston stood beside her puffing on a cigarette, and Norah Jones practically went unnoticed as she chatted with friends.
As for the rest of the audience, well, as a friend observed, ``It's the only show I've seen where the line to the men's room is 20 times longer than the one for the ladies' room."
Back to the music. On ``Do It Again," sung in the original key, Wainwright channeled Garland's pathos perfectly, his falsetto rarely touching down and giving every note a cracked vulnerability. Later, in a rare example of surpassing the original version, Wainwright's wrenching take on ``The Man That Got Away" stole the show. ``I'm happy that wasn't the song that got away," Wainwright quipped.
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If there was a bigger vamp during the 2 1/2-hour spectacle, it was Wainwright's sister, Martha, who momentarily upstaged him with her guest turn on ``Stormy Weather." Regal in 6-inch heels and a clingy mauve dress, Martha was all 1950s Julie London glamour, with a touch of tear-jerking Edith Piaf.
But then it was back to Rufus, with faithful renditions of ``Rock-a-Bye Your Baby With a Dixie Melody," ``Swanee," and a rousing duet with Lorna Luft, Garland's younger daughter (was Liza busy?), on ``After You've Gone." Wainwright invited his mother, Kate McGarrigle, to accompany him on a soaring ``Over the Rainbow."
``I feel like Celine Dion," she said deadpan as she sat down at the piano, to which Wainwright sighed, ``Oh, mother," as only a mortified child can.
After encores of ``Get Happy" and ``Ev'ry Time We Say Goodbye," neither of which appeared on Garland's album, Wainwright soaked up the thunderous applause alone in the spotlight, as his mother stood in the wings dabbing her eyes. It looked like someone finally got his childhood wish.
© Copyright 2006 The New York Times Company
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Hello, HHW!
I got home from NYC about an hour ago. What a GREAT trip! First, the Brain was fabulous. It was so much fun. I envy those of you who are seeing it on Sunday; I'd love to see it again. It's truly infectious. Caution: my face hurt from laughing so much.
Second, but just as wonderful, was meeting so many H/Ks for the first time and seeing others who are old friends. I met Miss Karen, Cason, Jose, Singdaw, Larry, Jason, and FJL, as well as seeing Music Guy again. I must say that all were a delight.
Miss Karen and her clan (Cason and BJ) were just super by putting me up for the night and making me feel very welcome. Jose, of course, as HHW Chief Foodie, supplied monkey cake and Levain--truly addictive--cookies. I was most impressed by everyone's graciousness and generousity.
All in all, it couldn't have been better. Thank you all!!!
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Re: BK's stain. With all the foodstuffs consumed on Wednesday, GOD ONLY KNOWS!!
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LOL...thanks DR FRANCOIS....I had just been reading that review....if I had waited a bit....I could have found it here on HHW!!!
I guess there is a DVD/CD release of the concert planned.
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Re: BK's stain. With all the foodstuffs consumed on Wednesday, GOD ONLY KNOWS!!
Lovely to see DRs KAREN and JEANNE....what a fun pair of gals they look like! ;D
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Monkey cake!
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Re: the photos that MISS KAREN is holding. Yes, Jeanne rummaged through her old scrapbook again. That was one of my prom pics. It's of BK and me, 1965. See? Neither one of us has changed a bit. :)
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Here's a photo of our new office and secretary.
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Lovely to see DRs KAREN and JEANNE....what a fun pair of gals they look like! ;D
Oh, we ARE!!
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DR Jeanne - thank you for letting us know you're home safe & sound. It was so nice to see your photos and hear about your trip to NYC.
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LOL...thanks DR FRANCOIS....I had just been reading that review....if I had waited a bit....I could have found it here on HHW!!!
I guess there is a DVD/CD release of the concert planned.
I think there will be a dvd of the London (England!!) version of the show, but NOT of the Paris one because his voice a mess and his sister did most of the singing!
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DR Jeanne - thank you for letting us know you're home safe & sound. It was so nice to see your photos and hear about your trip to NYC.
Thank you, GINNY. I'm sorry we didn't have a chance to meet as well, but I'm sure we will sometime. And, lucky you, with Sunday's Brain to look forward to.
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Dialogue: Denys Arcand
By Gregg Kilday
May 25, 2007
A Cannes veteran who has captured the discreet charm of the bourgeoisie in his fest favorites such as "The Decline of the American Empire" and "The Barbarian Invasions," Denys Arcand is presenting his third film in what he considers a trilogy as this year's closing-night film. This time, though, as he focuses on a weary civil servant who retreats into fantasy, Arcand is courting out-and-out laughs rather than just rueful smiles of recognition. Before making the trip to Cannes, Arcand spoke with The Hollywood Reporter about modern life, renaissance fairs and trusting his own sense of humor.
The Hollywood Reporter: How long have you had the idea for "Days of Darkness"?
Denys Arcand: It sort of percolated for about a year. During my last film, "Barbarian," I spent an inordinate amount of time in airplanes and limousines promoting the film, and I was hating it. I started to think, "Is there someone who would like to be in my shoes right now? Is there someone who would like to be interviewed this morning, going to this stupid TV show?" And I started imagining this character, who is someone that no one listens to, not his wife, not his daughters. He is a civil servant, an obscure bureaucrat, and he'd love to be interviewed, love to be alongside movie stars. So slowly this image came of this guy. Once all of that was over, I sat down and wrote the story.
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There's another pic which I don't believe is up yet, taken this morning by Miss K. It's really cute. What a treat when someone is able to post it for you all.
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THR: And you consider this film the final piece in a trilogy that includes "Decline" and "Barbarian Invasions?"
Arcand: Yes, something like that -- sort of a reflection on morals and life in our times. It's my last attempt at such a description. You see a brief appearance of one the characters in "Decline" and in "Barbarian Invasions." There is only one character who is carried over into this film this time.
THR: It's also described as much more farcical.
Arcand: It is, but at the same time, it's darker. I would say it's a more extreme film. It's funnier and darker than the two previous ones.
THR: Working in comedy, did you make any adjustments on the set?
Arcand: I didn't make any adjustments. It just came to me that way. How and when, I don't know. I got carried away. At some point, this guy gets involved with a woman who takes part in these renaissance fairs. You've seen them in the U.S. They are fairly popular. He gets caught in this, and getting caught in it, it becomes extremely farcical. There are pratfalls and stuff like that -- slapstick-type stuff, which is something I always loved in other films but was never able to do myself. So I tried it and I hope it works.
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Much catching up to do on the posts. I'm taking tomorrow off, I think, so I hope to ketchup then.
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OK.. Time to change into my pit blacks.
Laters...
We're back to AGYG this eve. Not really motivated to go. But to comment on pit black, I am wearing that this eve, which is a switch from last week when we were encouraged to dress up as the "Cowboy Band". I did that for a few performances until the reed player behind complained about my hat. So now, I'm not going to bother. Maybe I'll wear a red kercheif around my neck. I didn't even wear the cowboy boots today.
I am excited to be able to hear different things in the pit tonight. Now that the ear is cleaned out and free of foreign objects (Thanks to all of you for the kind words and vibes) I'm able to hear things clearer now. So, that will be exciting!
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THR: What was it about renaissance fairs that interests you?
Arcand: The film presents life in our modern city in this day and age as more and more difficult to live. People have problems that are almost insurmountable -- pollution, problems with modern democracy, problems with marriage. My hero is almost submerged by all of this. Some people take refuge, they need to escape somehow. This is a very cinematographic form of escape. You escape to the Middle Ages, not knowing what the Middle Ages were in reality, because I don't think anyone would really want to be in the Middle Ages unless they were the king. Otherwise, it was very rough, very difficult. But so many people are looking for escape that they will try to live a sort of imaginary Middle Age, which is half real Middle Age, half Tolkien, half fantasy.
THR: The film sounds a bit like "The Secret Life of Water Mitty." Did you film actual fantasy sequences?
Arcand: Yes, there are a couple of scenes that are close to that.
THR: Because this is a comedy, did you test it before an audience?
Arcand: No, I didn't. I barely finished this film. We were terribly rushed to get something out for Cannes. I didn't have the time to test it. Also, to me testing is something that you do if you start from a really commercial point of view in a sense that you want to do something to bring in lot of customers and you want to please your customers. I've always done my films starting from a different point of view. I did some tests once for only one film, "Stardom," which was probably the least successful of all my films. I did modify the film myself, the editing, according to a screen test I did in New York City, and I hated myself for it and I still hate it to this day. I liked it, and to hell with the audience. I'm making a statement, trying to be as true as possible to my vision of the world, and I'm not going to be influenced by one audience on one night. Not only that, but audiences change over the years. Some of my earlier films that were not totally understood 10-15 years ago are now understood and appreciated, so how can you account for that? My films cost next to nothing, so as long as the film makes decent money, it pays for itself. I'm not in this to make money, otherwise I'd have another job, especially being a French Canadian.
THR: The movie stars Canadian Marc Lebreche and German star Diane Kruger. How did you go about putting together the cast?
Arcand: We needed a movie star, because the hero imagines himself having an affair with a movie star. Usually my films are devoid of movie stars, so we hired Diane because my producers in Paris knew her and liked her and she agreed to do it. The others are basically unknowns, but fairly good actors, theater actors that I picked in Montreal.
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THR: You also included pop star Rufus Wainwright.
Arcand: My hero dreams also of being a singer, and when he dreams and sings, he becomes Rufus Wainwright. Rufus opens and closes the film. He basically sings two obscure 18th century opera arias. I always loved his voice. I didn't know him really, but I knew his mother so I had a connection with him and offered him the part and he accepted. He's such a great singer that it really adds something to the film.
THR: You've made many visits to Cannes. Can you encapsulate the experience?
Arcand: Well, it changes through the years. The first few times, I was very young and it was really a party. I spent two weeks in Cannes, having fun, like a gigantic spring break. Then it became more of business, because as the films get bigger and you get a bigger audience, you do promotion and it's not as much fun personally. But frankly, Cannes has always been very, very good to my films. I don't have any horror stories of being whistled down. People have been nice and I've been well received over the years.
THR: Do you expect the experience of bringing the closing night film will be different?
Arcand: I guess they felt a comedy was the right kind of article to program on the last night. There is not the stress of winning or losing. No one is judging you. It's a comfortable spot.
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Off to nibble on more Levain. But it's difficult to only nibble. They are soooo good. Thank you again, Jose!
(And Miss Karen gets credit for letting me take my share.)
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Hello!!
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I see that we have a new Dear Reader. Welcome, DR (Dear Reader) Samantha!
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Hello!
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Welcome to HHW Sam. I hope your NYC experience is truly wonderful.
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Thanks!
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LOL...thanks DR FRANCOIS....I had just been reading that review....if I had waited a bit....I could have found it here on HHW!!!
I guess there is a DVD/CD release of the concert planned.
Oy, gevalt! Have I got a cd for you! ;)
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Welcome to HHW Sam. I hope your NYC experience is truly wonderful.
Thank you I hope Cil and I have a wonderful time!! I'm sure we will.
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WELCOME TO HHW, DR SAMANTHA!
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Thank you dr td
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Something's Coming. . .for DRs vixmom and singdaw.
Just thought I'd say. . . .
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Oh, yes. And did I mention that NYC was hot? As in hot and humid.
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DR Jeanne, the cold front is supposed to move through tonight, it should be cooler tomorrow
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Sam and I can't be on at the same time, but we are in Omaha. We had a great dinner and have the biggest motel room I've ever seen in a Sleep Inn. We each have our own TVs!
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Did you bring a camera?
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Gonna run downstairs to the entertainment center and see what Sunil Shetty is up to in BLACKMAIL or DARNA ZAROORI HAI. . .
(http://www.rumela.com/albums/sunil_shetty/sunil_shetty09.jpg)
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Today (Thursday, September 27) is my sister's birthday! Happy Birthday to my sister, Diane...aka Dee Dee! :)
And DS Craig's birthday as well.
It is also Keith's brother's birthday, oops, we forgot to wish him a happy birthday. ;D
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We're watching Grey's Anatomy She's watching in her part of the room and I'm watching in my part of the room, lol. I let her have the HDTV
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Did you bring a camera?
We both have cameras.
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Sam is getting all cozy in her bed, which is a good thing because the alarm is going off at 4:15 AM
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I'm signing off for now.
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To Omaha and BEYOND.......................
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I want Shetty's shirt....it is super cool!
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Welcome to new DR Samantha. I'm looking forward to meeting you day after tomorrow!
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Packing, packing, packing - that's what I'm doing tonight.
Happy birthday to Dee Dee, DS(ister) of DR George.
Happy birthday to Craig, DS(on) of DR Jane.
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Bruce-SPEEDY FUNDING VIBES!!
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DR Matt H., I don't follow most of the television programs, but I don't think anyone is asking you or wanting you not to post about them!
Absolutely not, especially riight now when I'm using your input on the new shows to help decide which ones to watch, to skip, or stop quickly if we don't like it.
I'm only asking for a little space to separate the details, just in case I don't want to read about a particular show.
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Welcome, Sam! Glad you've joined us!
We just had a lovely, lovely dinner with bk, Miss K, Cason and BJ, and yes, Jose, we did go to 44x10. The staff was very nice and accomodating. I believe one of them recognized Cason from THE BRAIN so that seemed to give us some street cred.
I haven't had lobster in several years, but it's one of my favorite foodstuffs, so I had some kind of dish with lobster, sald greeds, grilled asparagus and oranges. Yum! Greg and bk had their stellar friend chicken, (almost as good as Skip's!). Miss K had a salad but that's probably to counteract the influence of The Enabler, and she and Cason shared an enormous bowl of mac and cheese. Greg split his chicken with BJ (there was a lot of it!) and he also had some salad and mac but I did not share my lobster with him!
It was lovely to meet the Murphys in person after corresponding with them, and nice to meet BJ. After looking at the boys on tape so much I felt like I already had met them, but this is a common problem with editors. And of course, bk was as funny and charming as always!
Greg is thinking about The Little Pie Shop or some sort of treat...we're back at the hotel but we should have showed up at Mary Poppins and waited for The Enabler to emerge!
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Just as I arrived home I checked my cell messages - had an emergency message to call my general manager. I did. At seven-thirty this evening she received a call saying there were serious sound issues again, and it was now each show's repsonsibility to load their show disc, not the NYMF audio guy. This is all because these lousy mothers got a cheap board that has NO memory and no way to save the show - so the seven shows in the Acorn popped for an external drive to save shows to - only it's causing their loser board to crash and lose everything after each show. This is horse manure and the fact that NOTHING is EVER NYMF's fault is so damn stupid and annoying and now it's on US to find someone (and no doubt PAY them) to load our final two shows. Only there IS no one. My GM is furious and has been screaming at this incompetent who called her and she finally just sicc'd me on the main exec producer of NYMF - she's always stopped me from calling him, but this time she let me loose, and I am here to tell you that when he listens to the two messages I left he will not be happy. But, why should he be happy when I'm not happy? I basically threatened to get up and announce to the audience what we've been dealing with and why there will be no reinforced sound during the performance. I also threatened to go all over the Internet and make it all public. I'm saving the threat of a tell-all book for when he actually calls back - IF he actually calls back. I was very strong, and I told him in no uncertain terms that I do NOT want to see the incompetent idiot who called this evening anywhere near the theater, because I will NOT be responsible for my actions if he is. Unbelievable.
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Folks love eating moose poop from it.
Only on HHW, folks. Only on HHW.
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Kerry, thank you for the darling photo of Sugar.
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Jose?
None other! :)
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Laura Linney stars.
LOVE her!
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Jennifer, FEEL BETTER SOON VIBES!
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Just as I arrived home I checked my cell messages - had an emergency message to call my general manager. I did. At seven-thirty this evening she received a call saying there were serious sound issues again, and it was now each show's repsonsibility to load their show disc, not the NYMF audio guy. This is all because these lousy mothers got a cheap board that has NO memory and no way to save the show - so the seven shows in the Acorn popped for an external drive to save shows to - only it's causing their loser board to crash and lose everything after each show. This is horse manure and the fact that NOTHING is EVER NYMF's fault is so damn stupid and annoying and now it's on US to find someone (and no doubt PAY them) to load our final two shows. Only there IS no one. My GM is furious and has been screaming at this incompetent who called her and she finally just sicc'd me on the main exec producer of NYMF - she's always stopped me from calling him, but this time she let me loose, and I am here to tell you that when he listens to the two messages I left he will not be happy. But, why should he be happy when I'm not happy? I basically threatened to get up and announce to the audience what we've been dealing with and why there will be no reinforced sound during the performance. I also threatened to go all over the Internet and make it all public. I'm saving the threat of a tell-all book for when he actually calls back - IF he actually calls back. I was very strong, and I told him in no uncertain terms that I do NOT want to see the incompetent idiot who called this evening anywhere near the theater, because I will NOT be responsible for my actions if he is. Unbelievable.
I hope you will write a tell-all book! This story needs to be told!
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Just thought I'd say. . . .
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Welcome Samantha and pardon my rant.
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We both have cameras.
And they know how to use them! :)
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Vibes Bruce you have loads of people at the 4:30 show tomorrow!
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The good thing is I know they know how volatile I am. My GM and I have a backup plan, which is to use two overhead mics and to get a mix on the band and keep it low enough so that the cast can be heard. After our problems last Friday and after other shows' probs, they hung two overheads. These people our finally going to take responsibility for something or I will bring them down in flames, baby, and I'm not kidding.
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Speaking as someone who reads the last chapter of a mystery novel first, I don't have a problem with spoilers, but that's just me!
;DI did that whenever I read a Nancy Drew book. Now look at me.
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DR Edisaurus - glad to see that you and DH Greg arrived in NYC safely with your Secret Service escort. Or perhaps because of your Secret Service escort. You can tell them to stand down, now.
DR Jeanne - glad to see that you arrived safely home without the benefit of a Secret Service escort. It was a short but sweet visit.
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DR elmore3003 - LOL! Does she take shorthand?
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DR François - thanks for the Wainwright information, etc. :)
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Jeanne, so glad you are home safely & had a wonderful time in NY. the prom photo was great!
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Welcome, DR Samantha! We are glad to have you here, and can't wait to meet you. You'll have a wonderful time in NYC. Hope you'll come to HHW early and often and spend many happy hours laughing with [or at] the rest of us! :)
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***HAPPY HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO DR JANE'S DS CRAIG AND DH KEITH'S DB!
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HAPPY PACKING TO GINNY - You and DH Richard will be here before you know it! :)
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SAMANTHA, WELCOME! :D I wish I had an aunt as nice as yours.
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bk - After everything, NYMF keeps topping themselves. I guess the only saving grace is that you have a few hour's notice to try to do something about it - rather than finding out the hour before your next performance. But still... :(
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HAPPY PACKING TO GINNY - You and DH Richard will be here before you know it! :)
Think I've done about all I can do tonight. One more workday - information-waitressing all day - then a haircut, more packing, and an early, early wake-up call on Saturday!
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Vibes Bruce you have loads of people at the 4:30 show tomorrow!
AND SOUND!
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I want Shetty's shirt....
I'll settle for Shetty. :P
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Thank you Ginny. It wasn't an exciting birthday. He spent the morning in classes & then, except for a short break to walk Yogi, worked on a report at school until 9:00. We had a short conversation & then let him go to make his dinner.
He sounds good though & is still excited about his classes & looking at his future career options.
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Greg split his chicken with BJ
He's very handy that way! :)
Greg is thinking about The Little Pie Shop
That is one of the few Enabler's vices that I have not yet sampled succumed to...
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Now look at me.
;D
Are you reticent? Oh yes, I think you are reticent! :)
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Happy Birthday To Jane and Keith's Son Craig
Welcome aboard Samantha. Have A Great Time in The Big Apple.
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BK, the incompetence of these people astound me. How in the world have they managed to put on this festival year after year with all these problems?
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DR Laura, I was just saying something to that effect to Keith.
Thank you ArnoldMBrockman.
I've enjoyed the NY photos & look forward to the new batch.
'night folks.
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I willd o my best to get online this coming weekend at my parents. My home computer took a dive...
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Great photos JOse!
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Great photos Adrianna!
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Fundraising vibes to bk!
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Great picture of Miss BlueMoon..
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Congrats to Singdaw on his new plateau!!!
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(evil laugh) DR Jeanne just left to go have breakfast with bk, Cason and BJ are fast asleep, so now I can crack into the Siren of Sin's goody bag and no one will ever know ... Boo-wah-hah-hah-hah! Cookies! Monkey Cake! The breakfast of champions!!
:)
Cookies and Monkey CAke, yep that does sound like the breakfast of Champions!
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Kerry, Sugar is adorable. Is she/he a rat terrier?
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From personal experience, I have to say it's probably better in a live show for the actors to stop and address the problem. I can think of nothing that rips me right out of the proceedings than a cell phone...or someone suddenly coughing violently...or a baby crying...or a child whining. The latter issues are generally short-lived and should be ignored if at all possible. But with a cell phone, I think it's wholly a different thing. In addressing this, the audience member has two worries....disturbing the actors and disturbing his fellow viewers, even though the cell phone has pretty much "killed" the on-stage moment.
In movies, I take it upon myself to loudly recriminate any oaf who left his or her cell phone on and is sitting there either ignoring it or fumbling with it. Heaven forbid anyone actually sit there and talk after answering it. During one movie, a woman pulled out the ringing phone (loudest damn noise I'd ever heard emanate from a cell phone). She fumbled and fumbled. She was two rows in front of me. I finally said, "For the love of God, Lady, turn the damn thing off."
She replied, "It's new and I can't see where the answer button is."
"Then," I suggested, "you'd better take it outside, hadn't you?"
She left, and I got a nice round of applause.
I applaud you!
I have asked people before to turn off their cell. NDSU requests people to turn off their cells. I know when I went to SPAMALOT this past summer, the ushers actually went to poeple and addressed them directly about their cells sharply.
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I'm very partial, these daze, to the Morgan-Greer...
I have seen that set. The artistry on some sets is amazing.
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Jeanne, lovely photo of you and bk. You look just as gracious and beautiful today!
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From BK's last paragraph:
"Even school cafeterias count."
;D
And who among us ever survived a FOOD FIGHT????
Me!
Green Jello vs. REd Jello.... Guys vs. the GAls..
Of course, us ladies won :)
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Happy Birthday to George's dear sister, Diane!
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When I went to MSUM back in the 80s, you did not want to eat the pancakes... They were rocks
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Yes, I think we should have a re-enactment of the Prom Picture Pose by MR BK and DRJEANNE!
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Get well vibes for DR Jennifer!
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I am floored, enraged, and spitting mad at the treatment NYMF is giving the shows at THE ACORN.
Now this!!! Plan B sounds like a good alternative, but WHY should you have to have a PLAN B?
The question about why they get away with stuff like this, I guess, is kind of why Bridal Shoppes continue to exist.....once they have the money - the brides are stuck....NO REFUNDS.....
My guess is that also NOT TOO MANY people return for a second round with them.
I am sending the BEST opening night vibes to DRS FJL and NOEL and SKIP for their shows!!!
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Great picture of Miss BlueMoon..
She loves the camera more than the camera loves her. ;D
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I have only one thing to say about that photo: Bronzing gel!
I have to agree with bk, from seeing the pics of Zubrick on the cd booklet. I like the black pants better.
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Dakota wasn't complaining - she simply requested that he put a spoiler alert at the top of his TV posts, as she tapes some of those shows he mentions to watch later. She included a smiley...
Speaking as someone who reads the last chapter of a mystery novel first, I don't have a problem with spoilers, but that's just me!
I dont mind them at all. I just watch Ugly BEtty and ATWT later at night. Other than that I rather enjoy his insights.
I was just asking for spoilers to be put on ATWT. I do not watch that until after work. They have it on here when I go to work.
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Yay! UGLY BETTY is back! And it's good.
Can't wait to get home to watch it!
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Welcome to HHW Sam!
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Happy Birthday to Jane's son Craig and to Keith's brother!
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Safe travel vibes to Cilla and Sam!
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I am floored, enraged, and spitting mad at the treatment NYMF is giving the shows at THE ACORN.
Now this!!! Plan B sounds like a good alternative, but WHY should you have to have a PLAN B?
The question about why they get away with stuff like this, I guess, is kind of why Bridal Shoppes continue to exist.....once they have the money - the brides are stuck....NO REFUNDS.....
My guess is that also NOT TOO MANY people return for a second round with them.
I am sending the BEST opening night vibes to DRS FJL and NOEL and SKIP for their shows!!!
I think NYMF is very unprofessional. I am not impressed at all.
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Yay! UGLY BETTY is back! And it's good.
I'm watching it right now...and I really like it, too! :D
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Well, apparently my little message worked - our GM just got a call from the head of NYMF (I can't imagine he would have wanted to speak to me) and it all boiled down to his incompetent idiot who called her at seven-thirty giving her incorrect information in just about every way. The problem, we are now hearing, is NOT loading the show - the problem is that certain shows in the Acorn have cretin sound designers who come in and repatch everything for their show, don't tell anyone their doing so, and therefore the board op doesn't know what's wrong or that the repatching has even occurred. He has now made it the responsibility of each sound designer to undo their repatching and put the board back EXACTLY as it was. Since one of the shows in question is Little Egypt and I happen to know those people, I may, in fact, ream them out tomorrow. They left the theater a mess last Wednesday before our show and they are not playing by the rules. We, in fact, have been the most exemplary show in the space - always out in time, always clean, NEVER repatching anything. In any case, I'm told that our audio guy will, in fact, be able to rebuild our show (for the fourth time) and that he will insure that any repatching done will be put back the way it was.
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I haven't caught up with many posts, but here's a picture of the fire ring that we got for my sister:
(http://i159.photobucket.com/albums/t127/georged55/SwirlyFireRing.jpg)
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Frustrating... to say the least
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Good Evening!
Back from Mary Poppins. I watched from the house tonight... It was nice being an audience member tonight, albeit with my score sitting on my lap. But by watching the show, a couple more of my questions were answered.
And, of course, as the story starts to wrap up in the second act, I started tearing up... "I love you, Mary Poppins". :(
;)
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My sister and her hubby have one and they use it quite heavily in the summer.
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And here's a close-up of the swirls:
(http://i159.photobucket.com/albums/t127/georged55/SwirlyFireRingupclose.jpg)
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My sister was VERY happy. And dinner was very good at Budd Bay Cafe. I had a mozzarella chicken burger and it was VERY good. :)
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And now I need to catch up on all of the posts!
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And welcome New D(ear) R(eader) Samantha!
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I want Shetty's shirt....it is super cool!
I would be remiss, and totally out of character, if I didn't say that I'd happily take the shirt of Shetty's back for you, and keep what's inside that shirt for me. ;)
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It sounds like everyone had a wonderful time at 44&10. Hopefully, I'll be able to see everyone over the course of the next couple of days - it just may not be all at once. Between Poppins rehearsals and performances, I'll just have to catch up with everyone here and there. Thankfully, I believe we all have cells phones, so...
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Welcome new DR Samantha! See you soon! :)
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I'll settle for Shetty. :P
Over my dead body, buddy. ;D
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-Overheard during the Exit Music tonight...
"Oh, that show was the coolest! Really cool! Thanks for taking us to see the show. It was the best! I mean, it's going to run longer than Rent!"
;D
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And DS Craig's birthday as well.
It is also Keith's brother's birthday, oops, we forgot to wish him a happy birthday. ;D
Very Happy Birthday Wishes to Craig and Keith's Brother!!
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Happy birthday to Dee Dee, DS(ister) of DR George.
Thanks, Ginny!
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~~~Computer Vibes for Dakota!!~~~
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Happy Birthday to George's dear sister, Diane!
And thank you, Dakota! :)
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I am hoping i can install an fresh copy of XP. If not, i will have to reformat the harddrive...
any idea how to get to safe mode on XP professional?
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Happy Birthday to Keith's Brother
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I feel Page Eighteen
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Just a Gentle push
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Where are you 18
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Where are you 18?
That's what I would like to know
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Maybe not so gentle
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Well, I have a pretty big rehearsal day tomorow, so sleep would be a good thing.
Goodnight.
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As if by Wizardry-Page Eighteen
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Good Night Jose
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DR Francois, I must be a gazelle, for I am totally innocent.
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It's hard for me to remember 18 also-Maybe because it was in the distant past
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Francois-
What happened to your 18 post?
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Francois-
Lost in cyberspace
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Francois-
What happened to your 18 post?
What happened to DR Francois' gazelle post?
Maybe Judi Dench had something to do with its disappearance.
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Are you there Francois?
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Maybe we lost something in the translation
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Or maybe we are finally getting close to the last of our SHORT SHRIFT
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Hello Everyone!!! Thank you for all the hellos. We could not sleep. The excitement of New York City is just so over-whelming I cannot even take it.... and I'm still in Omaha.
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So where is BK and the new notes?? It's almost 1:00 am on the east coast.
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New Notes are up.
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Samantha-
Welcome Again
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Samantha-
Omaha? Isn't that in aksarben?
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Samantha-
Omaha? Isn't that in aksarben?
sey ti si...
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BK-
Six Weeks. My Goodness it seems like yesterday that you invaded New York
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You see, you see, everyone already adores you, Samantha.
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Make yourself an avatar, too.
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Haha.. ;D
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I made myself an avatar once - I didn't like being an avatar all that much, so I made me a bk again. What the HELL am I talking about?
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Okay, new notes are up and I'll start the new discussion.
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BK-
It is getting late and I think we are all hallucinating