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Well, you've read the notes, the notes were a big yawn, and now it is time for you to post until the big cows come home.
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And the word of the day is: ACRITOCHROMACY!
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BK, you passed 43,000 posts!! Congrats on all that posting! ;D
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Hail to bk on his lofty new perch in the HHW firmament! :)
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No, DR Jennifer, I have not read The Host.
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DR TCB - I also really enjoy your postings about things Titanic.
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***PARKING TICKET VIBES***
to DR Jane!
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***WW VIBES***
to DR Cillaliz!
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DR JRand58 - so very sorry to hear about your friend, John. I will be thinking of you today!
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Thank you, BK.
I've finally found somebody else who agrees with me that GRAND ILLUSION is not the greatest thing since chopped liver.
And, here I thought that I was alone out there is the world.
:)
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Favorite TV cop shows:
The early years:
DRAGNET & RAQCKET SQUAD (Years later, Reed Hadley was a publicity client of mine.)
The 1970s:
THE STREETS OF SAN FRANCISCO (I've been watchinng these again on DVD and, unfortunately, they do not hold up that well.)
The 90s:
NYPD BLUE (I love this show. Never missed an episode. I wish they'd put more seasons out on DVD.)
Current or Recent:
THE SHIELD and THE WIRE (2 of the best shows ever on TV)
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And the word of the day is: ACRITOCHROMACY!
And The Song Of The Day Is: I USED TO BE COLOR BLIND
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Skip brought a yummy tart from his cooking class last night, which was about regional French cooking from Normandy.
(and no, "tart" is not a euphemism)
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I had a brain fart last night and kept referring to BK's December benefit in NYC as "Back to Bacharach" when it is of course "Bacharach to the Future."
I'm sure I used the right name when I talked to Ann Miner about the press release, though.
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Good morning, all! DR JRand58, I am so sorry about the death of your friend. I read your notes about him tyhis morning, and I hope that the service for him is more a joyful celebration of his 42 years than a mournful farewell.
I'm off to Toyland very shortly to deal with things that were put off for the past weeks because of another's commitment, hopefully organize what work needs to be accomplished in the near future, and learn the status of various parts of two different jobs.
DR MattH, I agree with you completely about GHOST WHISPERER, and its plot this week reminded me of a cautionary warning for children against predators although I thought the teenager in danger was such a pill she deserved what her stupidity brought on. It was nice to see my old acquaintance Raphael Sbarge, whom I haven't seen sicne he did the AH WILDERNESS at Lincoln Center. I wished afterwards, though, that I'd realized CRUSOE was on for two hours.
I disagree about LIFE, which gets a plea for viewers in this week's ENTERTAINMENT WEEKLY: I loved the Arkin-career storyline, especially when the students were all noisily typing on their keyboards, and I thnk the show's a great ride, although I do miss the creepy Robin Weigert and think Donal Logue's character is a waste of writing and space.
TOD:
HILL STREET BLUES
THE CLOSER
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Thanks to all DRs for their thoughts last night and this morning..... I have my suit pressed and have chosen my tie and written my paper....and yes it will be a celebration and a fun time for remembering. I only have to talk about our time in the theater, so how could it not be FUN?
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TOD:
Dragnet, of course
Starsky & Hutch
Peter Gunn
Caribe - a one season wonder from Quinn Martin
The Untouchables
And more recently - the aforementioned NYPD Blue and NCIS.
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(and no, "tart" is not a euphemism)
That's too bad! ;)
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THE CLOSER
But of course! :)
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And the word of the day is: ACRITOCHROMACY!
There was quite a pile-up at the highway intersection the other day. A couple of the drivers admitted they hadn't read the stop lights correctly, so I guess it was a case of the ACRITOCROMATIC leading the ACRITOCROMATIC.
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I'm not a big fan of crime shows. Der B loves 'em.
The closest I come to a crime show that I enjoy these days is Pushing Daisies. Well, that and Eureka.
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Good morning!
Briskly cool this morning, and it isn't getting out of the 60s today, so I have the house pretty well closed up. It's going to get warmer during the week, but it's going to be a chilly weekend.
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TOD:
There are so many crime shows I've loved down through the years. Among my favorites:
DRAGNET
PERRY MASON
ADAM-12
COLUMBO
ELLERY QUEEN
MURDER SHE WROTE
LAW & ORDER
MEDIUM
THE SHIELD
CSI (the first five years)
BURN NOTICE
THE CLOSER
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I am a big fan of GRAND ILLUSION, but I've never quite gotten the worship of THE RULES OF THE GAME among Renoir's films. I always feel on the outside looking in when discussions of its greatness gets going. A film professor of mine simply worshipped THE RULES OF THE GAME.
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I'll be working on LADIES OF THE STREET this afternoon, the next in the box of Mizoguchi films I'm working on. Again, I've never seen it, so these are all new experiences.
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I have SMALLVILLE to watch while I cook and eat lunch. Should be an interesting show.
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Good Morning!
I'm up, I'm up... And I slept in. :)
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DR FJL - A "tarte" is a French pastry/dessert. A tart is a euphemism.
;)
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Heading down now to check the mail and then start looking around for something to fix for lunch.
WBBL.
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DR FJL - Was it a Tarte Normande? -Apples and Cream (and Almonds)?
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Ya Gotta Have Tart...
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Make Of My Hand One Tart
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A Tart Is Not A Home
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Tart Isn't Easy...
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The State of the Tart...
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I Left My Tart in San Francisco...
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What's a euphemism for euphemism?
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Jose - It was a Tart Tatin.
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Or perhaps a Tarte Tatin
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I'm up, I'm up - I wanted to get up a little sooner, but I actually was up before it got light out, but I stayed in bed and then I guess I fell asleep at some point. She of the Evil Eye is sitting in her car and I'm sure will knock on the door in about ten minutes - I am not ready to jog, but I guess I'll try to be by about nine-fifteen.
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Hard to believe that on this day in October of 2001, I received some legal papers from a certain company that would teach more about evil than I ever needed to know. It wasn't just a Touch Of Evil - it as a whole wall of evil. Perhaps I'll read a work of fiction today - oh, yes, I think I'll pull out a novel by my very own self entitled Rewind. Haven't looked at it in quite some time.
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She of the Evil Eye has entered the home environment and I am dressed for the jog. I am not ready to begin the jog, however.
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TOD:
There are so many crime shows I've loved down through the years. Among my favorites:
DRAGNET
PERRY MASON
ADAM-12
COLUMBO
ELLERY QUEEN
MURDER SHE WROTE
LAW & ORDER
MEDIUM
THE SHIELD
CSI (the first five years)
BURN NOTICE
THE CLOSER
What - no BONES?
der Brucer
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Or perhaps a Tarte Tatin
(http://www.starchefs.com/features/bistro_night/images/apple_tarte_tatin.jpg)
der Brucer
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Jose - It was a Tart Tatin.
Apple tart. Or a tarte de pommes.
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Yeah! I just got off the phone with my good friend, Chris, who's been in Denver the past two months with a show. It was sooo nice to talk to him again, and it was just the perfect mid-day pick-me-up for my spirits. :)
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I'm not a big fan of crime shows. Der B loves 'em.
The closest I come to a crime show that I enjoy these days is Pushing Daisies. Well, that and Eureka.
I don't think of Eureka as a crime show. Funny, since the main character is the sheriff.
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DR JRand, such a nice photo of your friend looking healthy and vibrant. I'm very sad to read of his passing & your loss.
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Thanks for the vibes. I really think this is a no win situation. Seems if we contest & lose the first round we can pay another $25 to contest again. If we win all is returned, if not they keep it. I have a feeling their goal is to make as much money as possible & it would be a very expensive trip to contest the ticket.
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The Tarte Tatin was with apples. Tatin is apparently the name of a hotel in France, where the tart originated. The cook was going to make a traditional apple pie, and the filling was cooking too fast, so she put just the top pastry on top of the apples and cooked it quickly in the oven. When she instinctively turned it upside town, the hotel guests really went for it and culinary history was made..
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What's a euphemism for euphemism?
A Naughty?
der Brucer
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I really think this is a no win situation.
You could ignore it and become fugitives, and run away to some hippie wilderness is some place like south-western Oregon.
der Brucer
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Does anyone here have any interest in three lobby cards from BEAUTY ON PARADE, with Lola Albright, that were shipped to me by mistake? Yours for shipping costs if you want.
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Does anyone here have any interest in three lobby cards from BEAUTY ON PARADE, with Lola Albright, that were shipped to me by mistake? Yours for shipping costs if you want.
Why don't you just re-list them on E-bay and hope that the "intended" buyers bids on them again? ;)
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Is LADIES OF THE STREET the same as STREETS OF SHAME? If so it is a wonderful film! I haven't seen it in about 20 years, but back in the 1980s I rented the video many times.
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OK - I need to get ready to head back over to the hospital. My brother, Don, won't be heading down until later this afternoon, so we may just forego rearranging the "media setup" until two weeks from now. -Although, there's also been rumor about a new laptop for my Mom, so, we'll see.
Laters...
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Is LADIES OF THE STREET the same as STREETS OF SHAME? If so it is a wonderful film! I haven't seen it in about 20 years, but back in the 1980s I rented the video many times.
...Explains a lot. A lot.
;D
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The Big Yawn was indeed the pre-quel to the Big Sleep; the first sequel was called The Loved One; other sequels all had "Living Dead" in their titles.
der Brucer
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TOD:
PERRY MASON
ADAM-12
RACKET SQUAD
FEDERAL MEN
DRAGNET
LIFE ON MARS
PUBLIC DEFENDER
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I really think this is a no win situation.
You could ignore it and become fugitives, and run away to some hippie wilderness is some place like south-western Oregon.
der Brucer
We are considering this option. ;)
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Does anyone here have any interest in three lobby cards from BEAUTY ON PARADE, with Lola Albright, that were shipped to me by mistake? Yours for shipping costs if you want.
Why don't you just re-list them on E-bay and hope that the "intended" buyers bids on them again? ;)
I've mentioned here before that I don't sell on eBay any longer due to their insane new policies on feedback and PayPal. The seller who sent these to me by mistake said I could keep them for my trouble, but I have no interest in them.
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After several more emails from the guy organizing West Seattle's Frances Farmer Day, I'm feeling a lot better about it. It turns out my research and article were the whole genesis behind the idea. The fact that the cafe where they're meeting is called Shadowland is evidently just a weird little coincidence. They are really wanting to set the record straight about the spurious untruths in both the book and the Lange feature, so hopefully a few more people will know the real story.
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THE CLOSER
But of course! :)
TOD: THE CLOSER, but of course!
Speaking of...this was in the works for quite some time but it has finally been announced:
"Lost" amid the hubbub surrounding Amy Sedaris' sitcom deal with Fox may have been the juicy nugget that the Strangers with Candy alumna will be guesting on multiple episodes of TNT's The Closer. But rather than playing kin to Kyra Sedgwick, as some of you would have spec'd, Sedaris is coming on as Fritz's sister.
But make no mistake, you'll get plenty of Sedaris-Sedgwick action.
Closer creator James Duff tells me that Sedaris' Claire Howard whiles away her days as "a psychic who's wandered the occupational landscape, taking on, at various times, the job of yoga instructor, glass blower, Cirque de Soleil student...." Since federal agent Fritz is a bit embarrassed by Claire's "overt spirituality," Brenda winds up spending quality time with her soon-to-be sister-in-law — to the point that Claire brings her mad skillz to one of the PHD's MCD's cases. In doing so, Ms. Howard will form a "special bond" with one of the detectives, I am told.
Can't wait!
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DR JMK, I hope you can make it to Seattle for the event.
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DR TCB - I also really enjoy your postings about things Titanic.
Yes, but I am sure you would prefer photos AND phone numbers.
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Thanks to all DRs for their thoughts last night and this morning..... I have my suit pressed and have chosen my tie and written my paper....and yes it will be a celebration and a fun time for remembering. I only have to talk about our time in the theater, so how could it not be FUN?
My thoughts and prayers are with you today, Jack, as you honor your friend. I wish that all of the young people who believe that AIDS is a thing of the past, would learn about the loss of your friend.
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DR Edi, thanks for the Amy Sedaris info. I hadn't really been paying attention & didn't really know who she is. I am familiar with her funny brother. It sounds like her character will be fun.
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Jose! You have got the biggest tarte I have ever seen!
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T.O.D.
THE ROARING TWENTIES
BURKE'S LAW
MURDER SHE WROTE
RIPTIDE
HAWAIIAN EYE
NCIS
Wasn't RACQUET SQUAD the one about the tennis pro?
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Back from Toyland, and i accomplished many things, some of them good. After that, i took the No 5 bus, which runs up Riverside Drive. I'd never taken this bus before and I really liked the ride. I stopped off at 79th Street and walked up Riverside past Kevin Bacon, who was on roller blades and talking on a cell phone about a video he'd directed, crossed over to West end Avenue at 81st Street and walked up 82nd to home.
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Thinking of JRand today and wishing him emotional strength and sending big hugs.
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DR Cillaliz, I think you will like WW. I joined in July and without making a concerted effort, have lost 17 lbs aas of today. Of course, I need to lose so much that I don't even feel like I've lost anything, but it has definitely changed my way of eating by making me more aware of which foods have a high point value and I'm now trying to make healthier choices. I use the online tools to keep track of points and it's very easy. I even lost when I went to NY, despite the mozzarepa, the macarons and Nobu!
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Back from Toyland, and i accomplished many things, some of them good. After that, i took the No 5 bus, which runs up Riverside Drive. I'd never taken this bus before and I really liked the ride. I stopped off at 79th Street and walked up Riverside past Kevin Bacon, who was on roller blades and talking on a cell phone about a video he'd directed, crossed over to West end Avenue at 81st Street and walked up 82nd to home.
OMG! You saw Kevin Bacon in the flesh (so to speak)?
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I love walking in Riverside Park!
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DR Cillaliz, I think you will like WW. I joined in July and without making a concerted effort, have lost 17 lbs aas of today. Of course, I need to lose so much that I don't even feel like I've lost anything, but it has definitely changed my way of eating by making me more aware of which foods have a high point value and I'm now trying to make healthier choices. I use the online tools to keep track of points and it's very easy. I even lost when I went to NY, despite the mozzarepa, the macarons and Nobu!
Congratulations to Edi on your weight loss and best wishes to Cilla for joining WW. No matter how much you lose, please don't send it to Washington.
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I see my lovely daughter-in-law and handsome grandson!
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DR JRand sorry for your loss.
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After several more emails from the guy organizing West Seattle's Frances Farmer Day, I'm feeling a lot better about it. It turns out my research and article were the whole genesis behind the idea. The fact that the cafe where they're meeting is called Shadowland is evidently just a weird little coincidence. They are really wanting to set the record straight about the spurious untruths in both the book and the Lange feature, so hopefully a few more people will know the real story.
Maybe he can start a fund to get the $25,000 for her Walk of Fame star.
der Brucer
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Back from Toyland, and i accomplished many things, some of them good. After that, i took the No 5 bus, which runs up Riverside Drive. I'd never taken this bus before and I really liked the ride. I stopped off at 79th Street and walked up Riverside past Kevin Bacon, who was on roller blades and talking on a cell phone about a video he'd directed, crossed over to West end Avenue at 81st Street and walked up 82nd to home.
OMG! You saw Kevin Bacon in the flesh (so to speak)?
I see him occasionally since he lives in the neighborhood. the last time I saw him he was roller blading down Amsterdam Avenue at 83rd Street. That was a little over a year ago.
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I see him occasionally since he lives in the neighborhood. the last time I saw him he was roller blading down Amsterdam Avenue at 83rd Street. That was a little over a year ago.
It's Larry "One Degree of Separation" Moore!
der Brucer
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Congratulations to Edi on your weight loss and best wishes to Cilla for joining WW. No matter how much you lose, please don't send it to Washington.
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Thanks, TCB. I was inspired by Vixmom and bk, plus a dear friend had joined and she said that she wanted me to be around for a long time, so I joined her there. I wanted to do something about it so she called me just at the right time!
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Singdaw, was that autumn tree in your yard? It's beautiful.
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Would someone please explain to me why I went to the Botanical Garden plant sale and bought another 20 or so plants? Thank you.
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Would someone please explain to me why I went to the Botanical Garden plant sale and bought another 20 or so plants? Thank you.
Because they most likely had no crawfish?
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After several more emails from the guy organizing West Seattle's Frances Farmer Day, I'm feeling a lot better about it. It turns out my research and article were the whole genesis behind the idea. The fact that the cafe where they're meeting is called Shadowland is evidently just a weird little coincidence. They are really wanting to set the record straight about the spurious untruths in both the book and the Lange feature, so hopefully a few more people will know the real story.
Maybe he can start a fund to get the $25,000 for her Walk of Fame star.
der Brucer
I thought she had a star on the Walk of Fame.
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Congratulations to Edi on your weight loss and best wishes to Cilla for joining WW. No matter how much you lose, please don't send it to Washington.
Thanks, TCB. I was inspired by Vixmom and bk, plus a dear friend had joined and she said that she wanted me to be around for a long time, so I joined her there. I wanted to do something about it so she called me just at the right time!
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I joined WW my senior year in college, after I misheard someone and thought that the Freshman 15 was supposed to be the Freshman-through-Senior 50. I took all 50 lbs off and maintained that until getting knocked up with this little guy. I'm hoping to get back on WW soon to help get rid of the last of the pregnancy pounds, but since I'm not currently receiving a paycheck, it's not in the budget. Hopefully in January I'll get to start again.
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LOL. Maybe that's it.
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I see my lovely daughter-in-law and handsome grandson!
Hi dad! Are you enjoying this beautiful fall sunshine?
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Would someone please explain to me why I went to the Botanical Garden plant sale and bought another 20 or so plants? Thank you.
A second trimester compulsion :D
der Brucer
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I see my lovely daughter-in-law and handsome grandson!
Hi dad! Are you enjoying this beautiful fall sunshine?
It is a beautiful day. Check with Jed and see when you guys want to go for ice cream.
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I see my lovely daughter-in-law and handsome grandson!
Hi dad! Are you enjoying this beautiful fall sunshine?
It is a beautiful day. Check with Jed and see when you guys want to go for ice cream.
We probably should do it soon. I am about due for another MRSA attack in a few weeks.
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After several more emails from the guy organizing West Seattle's Frances Farmer Day, I'm feeling a lot better about it. It turns out my research and article were the whole genesis behind the idea. The fact that the cafe where they're meeting is called Shadowland is evidently just a weird little coincidence. They are really wanting to set the record straight about the spurious untruths in both the book and the Lange feature, so hopefully a few more people will know the real story.
Maybe he can start a fund to get the $25,000 for her Walk of Fame star.
der Brucer
I thought she had a star on the Walk of Fame.
Her name is not on the list (http://www.hollywoodusa.co.uk/walkoffamestarlocations.htm#F.) (let's face, she was no Alice Faye).
der Brucer
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After several more emails from the guy organizing West Seattle's Frances Farmer Day, I'm feeling a lot better about it. It turns out my research and article were the whole genesis behind the idea. The fact that the cafe where they're meeting is called Shadowland is evidently just a weird little coincidence. They are really wanting to set the record straight about the spurious untruths in both the book and the Lange feature, so hopefully a few more people will know the real story.
Maybe he can start a fund to get the $25,000 for her Walk of Fame star.
der Brucer
I thought she had a star on the Walk of Fame.
Her name is not on the list (http://www.hollywoodusa.co.uk/walkoffamestarlocations.htm#F.) (let's face, she was no Alice Faye).
der Brucer
Or, apparently, Betty Furness!
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Are you enjoying this beautiful fall sunshine?
And are you taking Toby outside for some Vitamin D?
der Brucer
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I'm watching a Bravo rerun of TOP DESIGN. I don't know which is funnier: the idiotic headgear of judge Kelly Wearstler or the stupidity of Wizzit(?)'s belief that he is an opera singer. Oy!
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My son snores. Seriously, he really really snores. For someone who still weighs in at less than 8 pounds, it's impressive. Yesterday while walking through the store with him in the wrap, people around us could not keep from laughing at the sound. And I didn't blame them. It's a thing to behold. Think of a chainsaw slicing through jello...something along those lines.
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My son snores. Seriously, he really really snores. For someone who still weighs in at less than 8 pounds, it's impressive. Yesterday while walking through the store with him in the wrap, people around us could not keep from laughing at the sound. And I didn't blame them. It's a thing to behold. Think of a chainsaw slicing through jello...something along those lines.
LOL! Ann, it is so nice to have you online again.
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My son snores.
Mom's genes?
der Brucer
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My son snores.
Mom's genes?
der Brucer
I plead the fifth. :D
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My son snores.
Mom's genes?
der Brucer
I plead the fifth. :D
Just don't drink the fifth.
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My son snores.
Mom's genes?
der Brucer
I plead the fifth. :D
Just don't drink the fifth.
No, just pass it to Jane!
der Brucer
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My son snores.
Mom's genes?
der Brucer
I plead the fifth. :D
Just don't drink the fifth.
Whatever happened to Vat 69?
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I'm back from killing time. Time deserved to be killed, frankly. I did do the long jog this morning, but I wasn't ready to do it, and it now feels like I've destroyed every muscle in my back and legs. I'm so sick of feeling yucky and this flu or whatever it is just sticks - you start to feel better, then you feel worse, then you feel better, then worse.
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I'm back from killing time. Time deserved to be killed, frankly. I did do the long jog this morning, but I wasn't ready to do it, and it now feels like I've destroyed every muscle in my back and legs. I'm so sick of feeling yucky and this flu or whatever it is just sticks - you start to feel better, then you feel worse, then you feel better, then worse.
Maybe you have mono? Who have you been kissing?
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David White, of Wayne, New Jersey, holds his Grand Champion sphynx, Good Golly Miss Molly, at a press preview for the 6th Annual CFA Iams Cat Championship at Madison Square Garden on October 15, 2008 in New York City. The cat show will feature New York's largest feline shopping mall and a cat adoption garden. By Michael Nagle/Getty Images.
der Brucer
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Additions to the TOD:
SURFSIDE 6
77 SUNSET STRIP
HAWAIIAN EYE
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Oh gosh DR Ann, that is so funny about Toby's snoring! You must record it for posterity!
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My son snores.
Mom's genes?
der Brucer
I plead the fifth. :D
Just don't drink the fifth.
Whatever happened to Vat 69?
A cheap blend - not HHW worthy!
der Brucer
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Tonight is the commitment ceremony for my best friend Ron and his partner Patrick. This month marks their 23rd year together, so it is about time they get hitched, don't you think.
I will be Ron's best man. Sadly, my goin' to meetin' suit no longer fits, or at least the slacks do no. My buddy Jim will be my escort for the evening and he will also be bringing over a few jackets for me to try on, in case the ones I have just don't work out.
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VAT 69 is the liquor they always show in the old Bollywood movies. But of course only the baddies drink it.
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On a completely different note, does anyone have a rough idea of how much it costs to have a piano tuner make a house call? Our little spinet is in dire need of some attention. I do not want my darling baby son exposed to such awful sounds at such a young age. He might grow up thinking that an octave should actually sound like a very minor ninth.
Any ideas?
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I have just been Up on the Roof (a Goffin/King reference), fixing some facia boards. May I say that I do not at all like being Up on the Roof.
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I'm back from killing time. Time deserved to be killed, frankly. I did do the long jog this morning, but I wasn't ready to do it, and it now feels like I've destroyed every muscle in my back and legs. I'm so sick of feeling yucky and this flu or whatever it is just sticks - you start to feel better, then you feel worse, then you feel better, then worse.
Maybe you have mono? Who have you been kissing?
I don't have mono - maybe I have stereo? Believe me, if I haven't had a real appetite for a week now, I'm hardly in the mood to be kissing someone. But, maybe I'll go over to Ventura Blvd. later and see if there's anyone worth kissing there. I can only tell you that had I wanted to be kissing the night of that event in West Hollywood, I would have had no problemo.
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THE CLOSER
But of course! :)
TOD: THE CLOSER, but of course!
Speaking of...this was in the works for quite some time but it has finally been announced:
"Lost" amid the hubbub surrounding Amy Sedaris' sitcom deal with Fox may have been the juicy nugget that the Strangers with Candy alumna will be guesting on multiple episodes of TNT's The Closer. But rather than playing kin to Kyra Sedgwick, as some of you would have spec'd, Sedaris is coming on as Fritz's sister.
But make no mistake, you'll get plenty of Sedaris-Sedgwick action.
Closer creator James Duff tells me that Sedaris' Claire Howard whiles away her days as "a psychic who's wandered the occupational landscape, taking on, at various times, the job of yoga instructor, glass blower, Cirque de Soleil student...." Since federal agent Fritz is a bit embarrassed by Claire's "overt spirituality," Brenda winds up spending quality time with her soon-to-be sister-in-law — to the point that Claire brings her mad skillz to one of the PHD's MCD's cases. In doing so, Ms. Howard will form a "special bond" with one of the detectives, I am told.
Can't wait!
I glad to hear that my former pretend gf is not sitting around pining away over me and is doing something constructive with her life.
Now if only my current pretend gf Tina Fey would leave her husband and join me in a sham of a marriage, things would be great.
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DR JRand, I'm sorry to read about the loss of your friend.
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I have just been Up on the Roof (a Goffin/King reference), fixing some facia boards. May I say that I do not at all like being Up on the Roof.
Were you doing The Drifters on The Rafters?
der Brucer
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Facia - isn't that Eyetalian bread you dip in oil?
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We're STILL on page four? Someone recently gave me the CD to Alvin and the Chipmunks, the score. It sounds identical to every other score for this type of film written in the last ten years. Which means the composer had to ape almost note for note the temp tracks that were used. Having not seen the film, I can only say that this score seems so inappropriate at times - at times it sounds like it should be for a beautiful, snowy love story. Or a war film.
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Facia - isn't that Eyetalian bread you dip in oil?
No, it's a Sondheim roll role sung by Donna Murphy!
der Brucer
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Facia - isn't that Eyetalian bread you dip in oil?
No, it's a Sondheim roll role sung by Donna Murphy!
der Brucer
I believe a Sondheim roll is served with lots of ham.
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Tonight is the commitment ceremony for my best friend Ron and his partner Patrick. This month marks their 23rd year together, so it is about time they get hitched, don't you think.
I will be Ron's best man. Sadly, my goin' to meetin' suit no longer fits, or at least the slacks do no. My buddy Jim will be my escort for the evening and he will also be bringing over a few jackets for me to try on, in case the ones I have just don't work out.
Getting hefty are we?
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Facia - isn't that Eyetalian bread you dip in oil?
No, it's a Sondheim roll role sung by Donna Murphy!
der Brucer
I believe a Sondheim roll is served with lots of ham.
But in this case - no dressing!
der Brucer
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Good Afternoon!
So... It looks like I may be staying one more night in Richmond... :-\
Details to follow.
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On a completely different note, does anyone have a rough idea of how much it costs to have a piano tuner make a house call? Our little spinet is in dire need of some attention. I do not want my darling baby son exposed to such awful sounds at such a young age. He might grow up thinking that an octave should actually sound like a very minor ninth.
Any ideas?
DR Ann - Piano tunings seem to run anywhere from $75-150 now - no matter which part of the country you're in. However, some tuners have started offering deals if you pay for a certain number of tunings all at once. Steve's piano tuner comes in every four months. He paid for two years of tuning up front, and ended up saving about $25 per tuning. Not a bad deal.
*Sometimes you can get a break on the price if the tuner you call happens to have an apprentice. Since the tuning will take a little longer, they sometimes drop the price for the "inconvenience".
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Tonight is the commitment ceremony for my best friend Ron and his partner Patrick. This month marks their 23rd year together, so it is about time they get hitched, don't you think.
I will be Ron's best man. Sadly, my goin' to meetin' suit no longer fits, or at least the slacks do no. My buddy Jim will be my escort for the evening and he will also be bringing over a few jackets for me to try on, in case the ones I have just don't work out.
Getting hefty are we?
He could always wear one of those Hindu bathrobe-thingies of which he is so fond!
der Brucer
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I glad to hear that my former pretend gf is not sitting around pining away over me and is doing something constructive with her life.
Now if only my current pretend gf Tina Fey would leave her husband and join me in a sham of a marriage, things would be great.
Well, Tina Fey also a has a newborn, so... Well, her kid was still in a stroller when I saw her a couple of months ago. Maybe once the kid is up and walking things will change in your favor.
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Tonight is the commitment ceremony for my best friend Ron and his partner Patrick. This month marks their 23rd year together, so it is about time they get hitched, don't you think.
I will be Ron's best man. Sadly, my goin' to meetin' suit no longer fits, or at least the slacks do no. My buddy Jim will be my escort for the evening and he will also be bringing over a few jackets for me to try on, in case the ones I have just don't work out.
Yeah! Why not wear one of your kurtas? I mean, I'm sure your friends in Oregon also know you as "that one". ;)
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I'm back from killing time. Time deserved to be killed, frankly. I did do the long jog this morning, but I wasn't ready to do it, and it now feels like I've destroyed every muscle in my back and legs. I'm so sick of feeling yucky and this flu or whatever it is just sticks - you start to feel better, then you feel worse, then you feel better, then worse.
bk - STOP RUNNING! Well, at least take one day off. You're exhibiting the classic signs of exhaustion. Your body obviously needs to take a day off. And with all the other stuff you're dealing with, I'm sure that "stress" has also been taking its toll on your body (more than you would like to admit and/or be aware of).
I know I'm - well, we - are probably just talking to a brick wall at this point, but, please... You have some crazy-busy weeks coming up. Rest. Get better. Rest.
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*And, remember, I was part of the "team" that diagnosed DR elmore's diabetes. And, if you had listened to me the other day, you would not have gone to that L.A. film - you even admitted to that one! ;)
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I'm back from killing time. Time deserved to be killed, frankly. I did do the long jog this morning, but I wasn't ready to do it, and it now feels like I've destroyed every muscle in my back and legs. I'm so sick of feeling yucky and this flu or whatever it is just sticks - you start to feel better, then you feel worse, then you feel better, then worse.
bk - STOP RUNNING! Well, at least take one day off. You're exhibiting the classic signs of exhaustion. Your body obviously needs to take a day off. And with all the other stuff you're dealing with, I'm sure that "stress" has also been taking its toll on your body (more than you would like to admit and/or be aware of).
I know I'm - well, we - are probably just talking to a brick wall at this point, but, please... You have some crazy-busy weeks coming up. Rest. Get better. Rest.
What he said
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I have just been Up on the Roof (a Goffin/King reference), fixing some facia boards. May I say that I do not at all like being Up on the Roof.
You say "facia", I say "fascia".
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My son snores. Seriously, he really really snores. For someone who still weighs in at less than 8 pounds, it's impressive. Yesterday while walking through the store with him in the wrap, people around us could not keep from laughing at the sound. And I didn't blame them. It's a thing to behold. Think of a chainsaw slicing through jello...something along those lines.
I smell a "Most Viewed" YouTube clip in the making!
;D
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I'm back from killing time. Time deserved to be killed, frankly. I did do the long jog this morning, but I wasn't ready to do it, and it now feels like I've destroyed every muscle in my back and legs. I'm so sick of feeling yucky and this flu or whatever it is just sticks - you start to feel better, then you feel worse, then you feel better, then worse.
bk - STOP RUNNING! Well, at least take one day off. You're exhibiting the classic signs of exhaustion. Your body obviously needs to take a day off. And with all the other stuff you're dealing with, I'm sure that "stress" has also been taking its toll on your body (more than you would like to admit and/or be aware of).
I know I'm - well, we - are probably just talking to a brick wall at this point, but, please... You have some crazy-busy weeks coming up. Rest. Get better. Rest.
What he said
SEE! A second opinion already! And she's a mother! Of a newborn!
;D
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DR Edi, congrats on the weight loss!!! It is a good beginning.
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If my back continues to be as sore as it is, there's no way I can jog tomorrow, so I may indeed take the day off.
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I'm watching a Bravo rerun of TOP DESIGN. I don't know which is funnier: the idiotic headgear of judge Kelly Wearstler or the stupidity of Wizzit(?)'s belief that he is an opera singer. Oy!
I have absolutely no idea what is up with Kelly Wearstler's hair and wardrobe this season. It's truly puzzling. Last season, she did have a few moments - mainly some really bad "hair days" - but this season... I just keep rolling my eyes everytime the camera cuts to her. -And I keep waiting for the other judges just to slap her upside her head, "Whattup Gurl?!?!??!"
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Oh gosh DR Ann, that is so funny about Toby's snoring! You must record it for posterity!
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DR Ann, it really is nice having you back. :)
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If my back continues to be as sore as it is, there's no way I can jog tomorrow, so I may indeed take the day off.
Just take it off. Now. Regardless of how your back feels when you get up. Inevitably, your back will feel worse tomorrow after your jog, even if it felt "fine" beforehand.
*And take a Vitamin B supplement too.
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Would someone please explain to me why I went to the Botanical Garden plant sale and bought another 20 or so plants? Thank you.
-Because the Game Warden likes plants too. ???
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If my back continues to be as sore as it is, there's no way I can jog tomorrow, so I may indeed take the day off.
Just take it off. Now. Regardless of how your back feels when you get up. Inevitably, your back will feel worse tomorrow after your jog, even if it felt "fine" beforehand.
*And take a Vitamin B supplement too.
And his electrolyte balance is probably out of whack as well.
der Brucer
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OMG! You saw Kevin Bacon in the flesh (so to speak)?
I think I may have mentioned this before, but...
There were a series of TV movies and "regular" movies that were being filmed in Richmond over the period of about a year and a half. It turned out that either Kyra or Kevin was working on one of them, and usually back to back. So, both Kevin and Kyra became regulars at the two restaurants down the street from my apartment. Kevin would also sometimes break out his guitar and play an impromptu set, and if his brothers happened to be traveling through, then the "Bacon Brothers" would make an appearance too. And Mr. Bacon like his hamburgers too!
*And, DR edisaurus may be able to confirm or "deny" this, but I'm also thinking that the first season of "The Closer" shot some exteriors here in Richmond. ???
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Bruce, good-TAKE TOMORROW OFF!!! The following day, if you are feeling better, go for a nice long walk instead of jogging. You need more than one day of feeling better before returning to your regular activities.
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Bruce, good-TAKE TOMORROW OFF!!! The following day, if you are feeling better, go for a nice long walk instead of jogging. You need more than one day of feeling better before returning to your regular activities.
And, remember, DR elmore has now lost 24+ pounds. And in just a matter of a few weeks. No jogging involved. A three mile walk is a good rough equivalent to a one mile run. And if you power walk, it could actually be the same as a good run.
*And when was the last time you changed your shoes? Have you checked the wear patterns on your soles lately? Worn out shoes can cause major back problems. -Trust me on that one - I know from experience.
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Jose! You have got the biggest tarte I have ever seen!
That's what all the boys tell me.
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Bruce, good-TAKE TOMORROW OFF!!!
Thank you - he needs the firm voice of a Jewish Mother!
der Brucer
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Does anyone here have any interest in three lobby cards from BEAUTY ON PARADE, with Lola Albright, that were shipped to me by mistake? Yours for shipping costs if you want.
Why don't you just re-list them on E-bay and hope that the "intended" buyers bids on them again? ;)
I've mentioned here before that I don't sell on eBay any longer due to their insane new policies on feedback and PayPal. The seller who sent these to me by mistake said I could keep them for my trouble, but I have no interest in them.
Gotcha.
So, will he be sending the correct items now? -And I guess if he let you keep the other items, does that mean that they're not worth that much anyway?
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I'm watching a Bravo rerun of TOP DESIGN. I don't know which is funnier: the idiotic headgear of judge Kelly Wearstler or the stupidity of Wizzit(?)'s belief that he is an opera singer. Oy!
I have absolutely no idea what is up with Kelly Wearstler's hair and wardrobe this season. It's truly puzzling. Last season, she did have a few moments - mainly some really bad "hair days" - but this season... I just keep rolling my eyes everytime the camera cuts to her. -And I keep waiting for the other judges just to slap her upside her head, "Whattup Gurl?!?!??!"
Now she's wearing a pointy blue turban that I would swear has no color coordination to anything else she's wearing. I swear she dresses in the dark.
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I'm back!
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So...
When I was getting read to head to the hospital earlier, my Dad called me. He said he was walking to his car, but started feeling light-headed, so he headed back to my Mom's room. He had the nurse take his blood pressure, it was running quite high. So, he said he was going to stay put for a while, instead of coming home for the afternoon.
I got there about 45 minutes later. He seemed OK. And a former co-worker of my Mom's had also just paid a visit - with her three kids in tow! She drove down from Fairfax for the afternoon to surprise my Mom. Both my Mom and Dad appreciated the visit. -And the teddy bear. Well...
After we watched some TV - some painting program on PBS - my Dad got up again to walk around. Well, he was still feeling light-headed. So, he sat back down. I then went back out to the nurse's station to ask if they could take his blood pressure again... Instead of still being spiked it had now dropped 50 points (both numbers). Thankfully, the nurse was on my side, and "suggested" that I take him home so that he could take a proper nap. Of course, at first my Dad wanted to drive his car back on his own - with me following behind him - but, thankfully, as we were turning around in the parking deck, he changed his mind and said, "Just keep driving." Whew! Good.
I know he hasn't been sleeping this past week, and I also know that he's probably getting tired out from sitting under the fluorescent lights in the hospital. I also know that he's not "admitting" to the stress of the past week either. -And then there's the "hospital air" deal too. Some family friends just came over, and the wife is a nurse, so she's double checking his blood pressure and blood sugar. *My mom called them from the hospital. ;)
I called my brother, Don, to see if he was still coming down tonight, and it looks like he won't be able to come down until tomorrow morning. Thankfully, I don't work Monday until 1:00pm, so I can still grab an early(!) train or bus that morning, and get back in time to play. -And since I'm done at 6:00, I'll have plenty of time to rest that night. There's a slim chance that if my brother does make it down tonight, I'll go ahead and head back late tonight, but I think I'm just gonna stay put for another evening. There's been enough "unknowns" for me to deal with the past couple of days, and I don't need anymore.
*And, of course, as I was talking with my Dad, and he told me about some of the medications he's currently on, well... Just a few more things for my physician to keep an eye out for.
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I'm back!
Good - Have you pictures?
der Brucer
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I'm back!
G'Day! :)
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And thank you for posting the Magnus & Fosca photo DR Jose.
And NOW back to sleep.
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And thank you for posting the Magnus & Fosca photo DR Jose.
And NOW back to sleep.
You're welcome, Tom. I hope you and Colin have a good first night's/day's sleep back in your own house.
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maybe this will work
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maybe this will work
It did!
Cool!
*And you can upload up to four pictures per post.
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LATERS!
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I'm back!
And about time, too! You've been missed.
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I'm off to see my cousin and her sometimes hyperactive seven-year-old daughter. They saw my parents this morning after their bus from Scranton got in and my father says the young girl was on very good behavior, much less hyper than the last time they visited NYC.
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(And I will be awake enough to resize pics).
I will not be reading back over nearly six weeks of posts etc.
but CONGRATULATIONS and welcome to the newest Slaughter on the Avenue.
Happy Birthday to all those who have had them during my absence (Including Dan in Toronto).
Emails have provided me with some news.
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Welcome back, Tomovoz.
And you're a stone's throw (or is it stone's crow) from 15000 posts.
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I'm off to see my cousin and her sometimes hyperactive seven-year-old daughter. They saw my parents this morning after their bus from Scranton got in and my father says the young girl was on very good behavior, much less hyper than the last time they visited NYC.
...All it takes is a little bit of red wine in the milk or punch. -That's what the French do. ;)
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Well stone the flamin' crows. (I think that is an old OZ expression and I'm feeling old ozzish)
Thank you DR FJL.
And now I am really going!
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Welcome back Tom! I hope you and Collin had a wonderful trip. Give him a hug from me, and take one for yourself as well! We look forward to hearing all the details as soon as you've rested up.
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I'm back from killing time. Time deserved to be killed, frankly. I did do the long jog this morning, but I wasn't ready to do it, and it now feels like I've destroyed every muscle in my back and legs. I'm so sick of feeling yucky and this flu or whatever it is just sticks - you start to feel better, then you feel worse, then you feel better, then worse.
bk - STOP RUNNING! Well, at least take one day off. You're exhibiting the classic signs of exhaustion. Your body obviously needs to take a day off. And with all the other stuff you're dealing with, I'm sure that "stress" has also been taking its toll on your body (more than you would like to admit and/or be aware of).
I know I'm - well, we - are probably just talking to a brick wall at this point, but, please... You have some crazy-busy weeks coming up. Rest. Get better. Rest.
What he said
SEE! A second opinion already! And she's a mother! Of a newborn!
;D
At least a newborn has the good sense to stop being active and REST when he's not feeling well :D
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At least a newborn has the good sense to stop being active and REST when he's not feeling well :D
:)
So, bk should pretend he's a baby. A great, big baby. ;)
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Is LADIES OF THE STREET the same as STREETS OF SHAME? If so it is a wonderful film! I haven't seen it in about 20 years, but back in the 1980s I rented the video many times.
No, STREET OF SHAME is the last disc in the box that I'm going to watch tonight. The actual title was LADIES OF THE NIGHT.
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I joined in July and without making a concerted effort, have lost 17 lbs aas of today. Of course, I need to lose so much that I don't even feel like I've lost anything, but it has definitely changed my way of eating by making me more aware of which foods have a high point value and I'm now trying to make healthier choices. I use the online tools to keep track of points and it's very easy. I even lost when I went to NY, despite the mozzarepa, the macarons and Nobu!
Consider some options:
USING SEX FOR WEIGHT LOSS (http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,439421,00.html)
Feed your libido and lose weight? Sounds like a too-good-to-be-true diet, until you really think about it.
Shagging can make you slimmer, if you do enough of it. It can also help the two of you fall for each other all over again. Requiring no monthly fee — dress code optional – you can "sexercise" yourself into shape. This is one gym membership you’ll never want to drop.
Combining sex and fitness is like killing two birds with one stone. Sex gets you fit. And being fit makes you want to have more sex.
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Lots more to read :)
der Brucer
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Mr. Oz it's good to have you back :D.
Thanks for the picture of Mont St. Michel. It brings back wonderful memories.
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Yes, I should have included BONES. It is one of my favorites, but I guess since it's been off for the last week or so due to baseball, it's easy to forget.
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I watched SMALLVILLE. Pretty good episode though, of course, that reliance on kryptonite gets old.
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Then I watched LADIES OF THE NIGHT. VERY melodramatic; those streetwalkers were VICIOUS!
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OMG! You saw Kevin Bacon in the flesh (so to speak)?
I think I may have mentioned this before, but...
There were a series of TV movies and "regular" movies that were being filmed in Richmond over the period of about a year and a half. It turned out that either Kyra or Kevin was working on one of them, and usually back to back. So, both Kevin and Kyra became regulars at the two restaurants down the street from my apartment. Kevin would also sometimes break out his guitar and play an impromptu set, and if his brothers happened to be traveling through, then the "Bacon Brothers" would make an appearance too. And Mr. Bacon like his hamburgers too!
Mmmmmmm, a Bacon burger!
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I joined in July and without making a concerted effort, have lost 17 lbs aas of today. Of course, I need to lose so much that I don't even feel like I've lost anything, but it has definitely changed my way of eating by making me more aware of which foods have a high point value and I'm now trying to make healthier choices. I use the online tools to keep track of points and it's very easy. I even lost when I went to NY, despite the mozzarepa, the macarons and Nobu!
Consider some options:
USING SEX FOR WEIGHT LOSS (http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,439421,00.html)
Feed your libido and lose weight? Sounds like a too-good-to-be-true diet, until you really think about it.
Shagging can make you slimmer, if you do enough of it. It can also help the two of you fall for each other all over again. Requiring no monthly fee — dress code optional – you can "sexercise" yourself into shape. This is one gym membership you’ll never want to drop.
Combining sex and fitness is like killing two birds with one stone. Sex gets you fit. And being fit makes you want to have more sex.
...
Lots more to read :)
der Brucer
Hmm, does it still work if you live alone?
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Bruce, good-TAKE TOMORROW OFF!!! The following day, if you are feeling better, go for a nice long walk instead of jogging. You need more than one day of feeling better before returning to your regular activities.
And, remember, DR elmore has now lost 24+ pounds. And in just a matter of a few weeks. No jogging involved. A three mile walk is a good rough equivalent to a one mile run. And if you power walk, it could actually be the same as a good run.
*And when was the last time you changed your shoes? Have you checked the wear patterns on your soles lately? Worn out shoes can cause major back problems. -Trust me on that one - I know from experience.
True, but DR elmore is also eating small portions throughout the day.
So true about shoes that don't support properly, for jogging or walking.
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Bruce, good-TAKE TOMORROW OFF!!! The following day, if you are feeling better, go for a nice long walk instead of jogging. You need more than one day of feeling better before returning to your regular activities.
And, remember, DR elmore has now lost 24+ pounds. And in just a matter of a few weeks. No jogging involved. A three mile walk is a good rough equivalent to a one mile run. And if you power walk, it could actually be the same as a good run.
*And when was the last time you changed your shoes? Have you checked the wear patterns on your soles lately? Worn out shoes can cause major back problems. -Trust me on that one - I know from experience.
Bruce, good-TAKE TOMORROW OFF!!!
Thank you - he needs the firm voice of a Jewish Mother!
der Brucer
;D And just like a typical "good" Jewish boy he doesn't listen.
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Guess I'll head down to watch some work and play DVDs fopr the evening.
WBBL.
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I'm back from killing time. Time deserved to be killed, frankly. I did do the long jog this morning, but I wasn't ready to do it, and it now feels like I've destroyed every muscle in my back and legs. I'm so sick of feeling yucky and this flu or whatever it is just sticks - you start to feel better, then you feel worse, then you feel better, then worse.
bk - STOP RUNNING! Well, at least take one day off. You're exhibiting the classic signs of exhaustion. Your body obviously needs to take a day off. And with all the other stuff you're dealing with, I'm sure that "stress" has also been taking its toll on your body (more than you would like to admit and/or be aware of).
I know I'm - well, we - are probably just talking to a brick wall at this point, but, please... You have some crazy-busy weeks coming up. Rest. Get better. Rest.
What he said
SEE! A second opinion already! And she's a mother! Of a newborn!
;D
At least a newborn has the good sense to stop being active and REST when he's not feeling well :D
;D ;D ;D DR Ann
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DR Jose, I hope your brother makes it there soon, I know it will be a comfort to you.
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True, but DR elmore is also eating small portions throughout the day.
So true about shoes that don't support properly, for jogging or walking.
One battle at a time, DR Jane. One battle at a time. ;)
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PAGE SEVEN DANCE!!!!!
;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D
(http://i36.photobucket.com/albums/e49/JoseSPiano/image001.jpg)
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YEAH!
I just asked my Dad what time he wanted to head back to the hospital tonight to get his car. He said he didn't want to take a chance, and will just stay here tonight, and get the car tomorrow when my brothers are here.
He's actually listening!!!!!!
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OH!
And my Mom looked great! She's making great strides already, and there's a chance she could be coming home as early as Monday afternoon!
*I also found out that they've already arranged for a nurse to come to the house three times a week for the next month. :)
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WELCOME HOME DR TOMOVOZ!
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DR Jose, listening and probably too exhausted to go back. Your Dad had better get lots of rest before Monday.
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DR Jose, I hope your brother makes it there soon, I know it will be a comfort to you.
Thanks, DR Jane. However, it looks like that neither Don or Mike will be making it down tonight. However, since my brother, Mike, will be coming down tomorrow with his kids, that means he'll be heading back up to Fairfax tomorrow evening. -And I will ride back with them, and then catch a bus or train from there back up to NYC - where it will be much, much easier to do so. So, it's all working out for the better.
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DR Jose, listening and probably too exhausted to go back. Your Dad had better get lots of rest before Monday.
...He's finally taking his nap now too. :)
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DR Jose, good news on both counts-Dad napping & your ride back to Fairfax :)
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Thanks for the vibes. I really think this is a no win situation. Seems if we contest & lose the first round we can pay another $25 to contest again. If we win all is returned, if not they keep it. I have a feeling their goal is to make as much money as possible & it would be a very expensive trip to contest the ticket.
BINGO! Meaning you got it. Parking tickets and tickets for many other minor offenses are money makers for cities.
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DR Cillaliz, I think you will like WW. I joined in July and without making a concerted effort, have lost 17 lbs aas of today. Of course, I need to lose so much that I don't even feel like I've lost anything, but it has definitely changed my way of eating by making me more aware of which foods have a high point value and I'm now trying to make healthier choices. I use the online tools to keep track of points and it's very easy. I even lost when I went to NY, despite the mozzarepa, the macarons and Nobu!
Congrats on the 17 pounds! I really do think I'll like it. It's going to take me a while to figure out the point values when I cook for myself, but I'm ready to learn it. I also bought a bunch of their frozen dinners/desserts etc (they were on sale) so when I don't have time to think about it, I can do the points easily. I'm very excited about it. I got the monthly pass with online tools, I also got the electronic point calculator so I can do it easily.
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I'm back from killing time. Time deserved to be killed, frankly. I did do the long jog this morning, but I wasn't ready to do it, and it now feels like I've destroyed every muscle in my back and legs. I'm so sick of feeling yucky and this flu or whatever it is just sticks - you start to feel better, then you feel worse, then you feel better, then worse.
Have you tried resting?
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DR Cilla, can you also take the frozen meals to work to have at lunchtime? Good idea to stock up when they are on sale.;)
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The mail has been coming later & later, which means I'm missing it when we return from our daily hike. Guess I'll take another walk since I have been adding pounds, not losing them.
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For entertainment while I’m gone watch this funny puppy (http://vids.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=vids.individual&videoid=39729706&searchid=0d47cd09-66f6-44c9-8a69-3380b6ec690f)
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was that autumn tree in your yard?
Not exactly in my yard, but nearby!
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It is wonderful to see DR Tomovoz back among us! :) Hope your trip was incredible.
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I bought a new vacuum cleaner today. I couldn't really afford it, but the previous one I bought was a piece of junk...of couse it was also very cheap.
I will now unbox it and vacuum the pounds of dog and cat hair that has accumulated in my home.
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Welcome back world travellers!
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Inspiring HHW weight loss from bk and DRs elmore3003, Edisaurus, Vixmom, and Jennifer!!!!!
Hope some of the rest of us can follow suite.
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For entertainment while I’m gone watch this funny puppy (http://vids.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=vids.individual&videoid=39729706&searchid=0d47cd09-66f6-44c9-8a69-3380b6ec690f)
;D
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DR JoseSPiano - I truly do hope that your father can get some rest. Sounds like he will need it next week!
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I bought a new vacuum cleaner today. I couldn't really afford it, but the previous one I bought was a piece of junk...of couse it was also very cheap.
I will now unbox it and vacuum the pounds of dog and cat hair that has accumulated in my home.
Maybe you should "brush" up some of that cat and dog hair first so that you don't break your newly purchased vacuum. I mean, you always have to have good suction.
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OMG! You saw Kevin Bacon in the flesh (so to speak)?
And Mr. Bacon like his hamburgers too!
Were they bacon cheeseburgers perhaps? ;)
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OMG! You saw Kevin Bacon in the flesh (so to speak)?
I think I may have mentioned this before, but...
There were a series of TV movies and "regular" movies that were being filmed in Richmond over the period of about a year and a half. It turned out that either Kyra or Kevin was working on one of them, and usually back to back. So, both Kevin and Kyra became regulars at the two restaurants down the street from my apartment. Kevin would also sometimes break out his guitar and play an impromptu set, and if his brothers happened to be traveling through, then the "Bacon Brothers" would make an appearance too. And Mr. Bacon like his hamburgers too!
Mmmmmmm, a Bacon burger!
Oh, you beat me to it. I figured someone would
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PAGE SEVEN DANCE!!!!!
;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D
(http://i36.photobucket.com/albums/e49/JoseSPiano/image001.jpg)
LOL!
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DR MBarnum-Good wishes your new vacuum cleaner works well.
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DR Cilla, can you also take the frozen meals to work to have at lunchtime? Good idea to stock up when they are on sale.;)
Yes, I have a little fridge at the office that has a freezing compartment that holds about one or two of those little boxes. We also have a microwave so I've been taking them every so often. It's something I do during the winter a lot. That and get the single portions of soup that you can put in the microwave.
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Got the Blu-rays of Romancing the Stone and Jewel of the Nile to review today. Betsy and I started RTS and I must say it is a wonderful film--I had forgotten how funny it was.
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Inspiring HHW weight loss from bk and DRs elmore3003, Edisaurus, Vixmom, and Jennifer!!!!!
Hope some of the rest of us can follow suite.
Excuse me?
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I guess we don't have to worry about Millvina Dean. I received an invitation to this site this afternoon.
http://www.jgautographs.com/products///Millvina_Dean
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DR TCB, I don't see where Millvina Dean will receive money from the sale of these items.
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WHEW!
TBS's "technical difficulties" were fixed. And just in time for the home run!
Go Sox!
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Hooray, Tomovoz is back!! Can't wait to hear about the adventures in France!
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I just caught the end of PWOJECT WUNWAY; I think I liked Kortto's collection the best.
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Welcome back Tomovoz!!
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Congrats to Edi & Cilla on the weight loss!
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Welcome home, Tomovoz and Colinovoz!
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Thanks Vixmom, I will keep the congrats when I have real weight loss to report. I'm really just getting started
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This monring I went for my mammogram - I had never been to this particiular facility before. I must say it was a very nice setup. They had nice quilted cloth robes instead of the usual paper smock thingies and then they had a special waiting room wher you could watch a big screen HD TV and eat fresh baked chocolate chocolate chip cookies and lounge in your robe while the techs read your scans
Unfortunately, for me, they decided they had to redo the scans on the right side three more times and have now decided I shoudl go have a sonogram of the area ... "just to be safe"
vibes please
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DR TCB, I don't see where Millvina Dean will receive money from the sale of these items.
No, but she already received money from the autograph session that was held with her recently in England by JG Autographs.
(http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u271/actr2000/JGandMillvena.jpg)
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Health vibes to vixmom!
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I do wish someone would come up with a different way of conducting that test -- the whole "please put your bits in this vise and lets see if we can pull them off " thing just doesn't work for me
which is why I had my last "yearly" several years ago -- so long ago I cannot actually remember when it was...
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Other vibes as needed by one and all.
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Thanks Vixmom, I will keep the congrats when I have real weight loss to report. I'm really just getting started
One step at a time!! It's so exciting when you can buy the next size down!
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DR Vixmom-VIBES!!!
On the upside, the sonogram is painless. Please keep reminding yourself more often than not it is nothing. Easy to say, not easy to stay calm about it. I hope you don't have to wait too long for the sonogram.
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DR TCB, I don't see where Millvina Dean will receive money from the sale of these items.
No, but she already received money from the autograph session that was held with her recently in England by JG Autographs.
(http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u271/actr2000/JGandMillvena.jpg)
very cool!
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I was just catching up to yesterday...
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(((((((((JRand)))))))))))))))
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(((((((((Jose)))))))
Recovery Vibes for DR Jose's Mom AND Dad
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~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ to Vixmom. I know the feeling.
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DR Vixmom-VIBES!!!
On the upside, the sonogram is painless. Please keep reminding yourself more often than not it is nothing. Easy to say, not easy to stay calm about it. I hope you don't have to wait too long for the sonogram.
they only have appointments M - F 9 - 4 so of course it will mean taking time off of work - not something I am anxious to do in this business climate
My boss just let someone else go on Friday......
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DR Vixmom, I like the idea of quilted robes & cookies.
If you don't have to drive for awhile following the test, a mild tranquilizer really helps keep your body relaxed & it hurts less. Alas I was only able to do that once at the NIH, boy though did it make a difference.
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Many thanks for the continued thoughts a vibes for me today. HHW is the BEST.
The memorial was lovely. There were about 100 people there. The church had its cornerstone placed in 1828, and there a many beautiful stained glass windows. As we sat in the pews waiting for things to begin, the sun rose to just the right angle, that yours truly was bathed a golden light through a stained glass window high in the chapel wall.....
I was next to last on the program. We heard from John's scoutmaster - John was an Eagle Scout, John's neighbor who remembered John at 4 years old driving over on his tricycle to greet the new neighbors, and one of John's school teachers. The Pastor also read a very nice card from Miss Phyllis Diller. My part of the program went well, I am told. I hesitated to mention the title of the musical DAMN YANKEES, but I did it anyway and there were no lightning flashes.
Afterwards there were light refreshments, greetings, and a video of John's life which was very moving....it played and you could stop to watch for a few minutes if you cared to.
It was very good - the only jarring note an unfortunate key change during the piano rendition of "Some Enchanted Evening" during the musical prelude.....whew.
Thanks again, HHW.
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TOMovOZ is back!
DR MBARNUM has a new vacuum cleaner. And hopefully we will see photos from the ceremony where he plays BEST MAN.
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DR Vixmom, JOB VIBES!
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DR JRand, it sounds like a beautiful memorial. The story of John riding his tricycle to meet the neighbor's is so sweet.
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Yes indeed, DR JANE....there were some lovely moments today. Many smiles. And John's father was doing very well.
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Many thanks for the continued thoughts a vibes for me today. HHW is the BEST.
The memorial was lovely. There were about 100 people there. The church had its cornerstone placed in 1828, and there a many beautiful stained glass windows. As we sat in the pews waiting for things to begin, the sun rose to just the right angle, that yours truly was bathed a golden light through a stained glass window high in the chapel wall.....
I was next to last on the program. We heard from John's scoutmaster - John was an Eagle Scout, John's neighbor who remembered John at 4 years old driving over on his tricycle to greet the new neighbors, and one of John's school teachers. The Pastor also read a very nice card from Miss Phyllis Diller. My part of the program went well, I am told. I hesitated to mention the title of the musical DAMN YANKEES, but I did it anyway and there were no lightning flashes.
Afterwards there were light refreshments, greetings, and a video of John's life which was very moving....it played and you could stop to watch for a few minutes if you cared to.
It was very good - the only jarring note an unfortunate key change during the piano rendition of "Some Enchanted Evening" during the musical prelude.....whew.
Thanks again, HHW.
It sounds like a very nice memorial.
[[[[[Jrand58]]]]]
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Vixdad got up early this morning - ran some new electrical connections and got everything ready for a smooth installation of the new dishwasher which was delivered (finally) at 4:44 PM.
Unfortunately the new machine is shaped in sucha way that he now has a major plumbing job in front of him - rerouting the water pipes
I am just so luck that he is so clever at doing all this sort of work - I couldn't imagine the cost if we had to have someone in
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Go Vixdad! :)
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Yes indeed, DR JANE....there were some lovely moments today. Many smiles. And John's father was doing very well.
That's nice. I hope he continues to do well.
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'night
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Jrand - it sounds like is was a very lovely memorial service -
I am so sorry for the loss of your friend
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MANY MANY VIBES FOR VIXMOM~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
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The OZMAN cometh!!!
Hurrah!
Welcome home Tom (and Colin)!
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***HEALTH VIBES***
for DR Vixmom!!!
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Thanks DR VIXMOM.
Wow a new dishwasher!
I remember our very first dishwasher, which must have been in 1957 or 1958.....it was a top loader. When you raised the lid, one rack came up with it. You took the other rack out to load it and then put it back in. And when it was running it sounded like a jet airplane. But it got the dishes clean!
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Thanks DR TCB....and DR JANE.
Tomorrow is a work day....and it will be much easier than today!
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Such good news from DR JOSE - parent wise.
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MANY MANY VIBES FOR VIXMOM~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
thank you!
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G'night!
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Thanks DR VIXMOM.
Wow a new dishwasher!
I remember our very first dishwasher, which must have been in 1957 or 1958.....it was a top loader. When you raised the lid, one rack came up with it. You took the other rack out to load it and then put it back in. And when it was running it sounded like a jet airplane. But it got the dishes clean!
My mom's first dishwasher was 1972 you had to roll it over to the sinkand attach it to the tap - and yes -it definitely was noisy!
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Vixdad and I bought out last Whirlpool dishwasher about 16 or 17 years ago, used it everyday and it never was serviced once in all that time. The timer mechanism developed a fault and there were no replacement parts available
We bought another Whirlpool based upon our experience with the last one
I am hopeful that once we get this installed that we will have similar luck
http://www.sears.com/shc/s/p_10153_12606_02211759000P?vName=&cName=&sName=
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***HEALTH VIBES***
for DR Vixmom!!!
Thank you!
and how are you feeling?
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~~~Continued Vibes of Comfort for DR JRand!!~~~
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Off to make some tea for the hard working Vixdad
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I got all the packages addressed, so that's done. True to my word, I treated myself to a nice early dinner at Stanley's - I had the Chinese Chicken Salad and one piece of bread with one pat of butter. It was great.
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I then came home and the master for the new Kritzerland release arrived - it sounds better than it has any right to - the source material, like Laurette, was not optimal, but the mastering guy did a splendid job, at least on the first score - haven't heard the second one. I'm going to give the advance announcement tomorrow - like Laurette, I expect this to be a quick sellout, so get your orders in. Once it's officially announced I expect it to be gone in three or four days if it follows the same pattern. I've basically been told that my online dealers are going to order the same quantities.
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DR JRand58, I'm glad the memorial service went well.
Yes, DR MBarnum has a new vacuum cleaner, so he should be really good with one when he comes to visit and needs to vacuum my place to pay for his fire escape room and board.
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I'm back!
Welcome back, Tomovoz!! :D
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I had a friend over helping with the addressing and said friend gave me a back rub and boy did that help a lot. But this damn flu is like The Neverending Story. I have indeed been taking it easy every day since Sunday - not leaving the house much and resting, save for the morning jog. Has anyone else gotten this and did it hang on like this?
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tomovoz is back! Does he know he missed the latest Kritzerland release?
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I had a friend over helping with the addressing and said friend gave me a back rub and boy did that help a lot. But this damn flu is like The Neverending Story. I have indeed been taking it easy every day since Sunday - not leaving the house much and resting, save for the morning jog. Has anyone else gotten this and did it hang on like this?
No, it didn't hang on. I stayed home, slept and got better.
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I almost went to bed an hour ago, but I really want to stay up to see SNL.
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Thanks for sharing the memorial service with us, DR Jrand. Sounds like a lovely tribute.
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Nice to see that DR Tomovoz made it back safe and sound! Hope the trip was all you wanted it to be and more!
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I had some lengthy telephone conversations today which cut somewhat into my evening viewing time. Still, always fun to catch up on news with friends.
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I did have work to do, however, and watched the last of the Mizoguchi films in the box: STREET OF SHAME. By far the best of the four films in the box, there was enough plot in this movie for FOUR movies. Each of the four main prostitutes had an interesting backstory that could have been developed into a feature film.
But the slice of brothel life that we did get was certainly fascinating.
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With the recent release of the brilliant L.A. CONFIDENTIAL on Blu-ray (which I haven't bought yet), I took the DVD release of the film off the shelf tonight and watched the first hour (had to spend the last hour of the evening writing up my thoughts on the two Mizoguchi films I watched today).
The transfer looks pretty good for one that old, but the Blu-ray will definitely be on my CHristmas list. I love the film and would love to see a sharper, stronger image.
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Tomorrow I'll begin another TV box set: DYNASTY, Season 3, Volume 2. Haven't seen the show since the original broadcasts, so revisiting it should be a real hoot. And since it's only half a season, I should be able to get a bunch watched tomorrow.
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Page Ten Tin Man Dance!!!
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I was feeling under the weather last week. I skipped my morning hike, rested a bit, and I got better.
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My sister and my niece came over today and helped move some things out of the way in my living room (it's cluttered...I don't de-clutter very often ::)) because my parents are buying me a fold-down-sleeper-type sofa that has storage under the cushions! :D My mom saw the sofa in a Shopko flyer at 50% off (normally $400, on sale for $199!) and even though the sale ended last weekend, I was able to get a rain check. On Thursday, I got the call that it had arrived and we're going to pick it up tomorrow. I actually liked the style and color of the green one in the ad next to it, but the storage space is what is the real selling point. And the tan one looks a little sturdier.
It will actually be my Christmas present from my parents, which is fine. I need a couch/sleeper so that if (when) my 3rd floor bedroom gets very hot in the summer (again), I'll have some place downstairs to sleep and be cooler and since it includes storage, I can keep the sheets and things in the couch. And the color fits in my living room. Anyway, here's the ad with both couches:
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Topic of the Day (all of these have already been mentioned):
Life On Mars (I like this, but don't love it)
Medium (love this)
Pushing Daisies (love this)
I remember watching Starsky & Hutch growing up, but I don't remember much about the show...just that I watched it. Otherwise, I wasn't a fan of crime TV shows.
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Well, I've got a LOT of DVR watching to do! There's a message from Comcast on my DVRs that says "On 10/21 at 3am we will upgrade software on all HD boxes. Each box can take up to 45 min to load the software and will not display a picture. If after 90 min service does not return call...." Larry, my sister's boyfriend, was talking to someone at Comcast and they said that what a person has recorded won't be lost...but a friend of Larry's thinks that programs will be lost. The last time that they upgraded the regular DVRs, I did lose programs. :P Fortunately, I have my HD-DVR pretty much cleared out, and I'll be able to watch "live" what I have set to record, so that shouldn't be a problem...unless the upgrade also affects regular DVRs. I also have one of those and it's more than 70% filled.
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So, I'm off. My regular DVR is upstairs in my bedroom.
Good night, all. :)
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I think I'm dying. I'm feeling absolutely terrible - I just don't get it - it isn't because of the jogging - I've been resting mostly every day and night. This is something wholly other.
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Good Evening!
Watching SNL... And been trying to figure out how to adjust the settings on my Dad's TV in order to get the "widescreen" to properly display as "widescreen" instead of 4:3 stretched to widescreen - and still cutting out/leaving off the sides of the pic.
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I think I'm dying. I'm feeling absolutely terrible - I just don't get it - it isn't because of the jogging - I've been resting mostly every day and night. This is something wholly other.
Don't jog! And eat more often! Stop "starving" your body for four to eight hour periods each day.
If you gain a pound or two and get better over the next week or so, better that than continuing to get sick and wasting away - literally.
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-And you obviously have some sort of infection and/or virus. See a doctor.
I also suspect you've been over-medicating yourself with the Mucinex and Ny-quil. -That stuff can really do a number on your body if you've been taking them and haven't really had the "proper" symptoms. Besides, those medications are meant to "relieve symptoms", they are not meant to "cure" you.
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I think I'm dying. I'm feeling absolutely terrible - I just don't get it - it isn't because of the jogging - I've been resting mostly every day and night. This is something wholly other.
And "resting" means - even if you still take your jog - not getting in your motor car and going someplace and meeting people. Stay home, stay in bed. Rest. Really rest.
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And that ends my mini-health and well-being rant.
For now.
*I'm just in that mode right now after the past week with my parents. ;)
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Good Evening!
Watching SNL... And been trying to figure out how to adjust the settings on my Dad's TV in order to get the "widescreen" to properly display as "widescreen" instead of 4:3 stretched to widescreen - and still cutting out/leaving off the sides of the pic.
Sounds like overscan to me. . .
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Good Evening!
Watching SNL... And been trying to figure out how to adjust the settings on my Dad's TV in order to get the "widescreen" to properly display as "widescreen" instead of 4:3 stretched to widescreen - and still cutting out/leaving off the sides of the pic.
Sounds like overscan to me. . .
Well, the issue is that my brother bought a widescreen TV for my Dad's room. They subscribe to HD cable service. However, there's no HD box in my Dad's room. So... ???
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bk - Maybe this will help...
From FreeDieting.com (http://www.freedieting.com/1800_calorie_diet.htm)
1800 Calorie Meal Plan
1800 calories per day is about the lowest a man should go when aiming for fat loss. See more about this on the Daily Calorie Needs Calculator (http://www.freedieting.com/tools/calorie_calculator.htm).
TOTAL CALORIES ~1800
Breakfast
1½ Cups Shredded Wheat Cereal
1½ Cup Trim (1%) Milk
Morning Snack
1 Medium Banana
Lunch
6½" Whole Wheat Pita
½ Cup Cottage Cheese
4 oz (~110g) Tuna (Canned, Water-packed).
1 tsp Olive Oil
Tomatoes, Cucumbers
Afternoon Snack
1/4 Cup Raw Almonds
Dinner
8 oz (~220g) Chicken Breast (skinless boneless) - cook in griller.
1 Cup Broccoli
1 ½ Cup (cooked) Brown Rice
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Yikes! I thought it was 1800 calories per meal.
:)
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Or if you feel like going up to a whopping 2000 calories a day...
From CalorieControl.org (http://www.caloriecontrol.org/menuechart.html)
BREAKFAST
-Egg’n Muffin (1 egg, 1/2 ounce ham, 1 slice low-fat cheese, 1 English muffin, 1 tsp. reduced-fat margarine)
-Orange Juice (1 cup)
MORNING SNACK
-Fruit Yogurt (1 cup) & Bran Mix (1 T.)
-Water with Lime Twist (1 cup)
LUNCH
-Tropical Chicken Salad (1.5 ounce chicken breast, 1/8 cup low-fat cottage cheese, 1.5 ounces pineapple, 1 teaspoon reduced-calorie mayonnaise, orange peel, 1/4 cup grapes, 1/8 cup waterchestnuts, chives, 1/8 cup tangerines, 1 cup spinach, 1 tsp. almonds)
-Three Bean Salad (1/3 cup each green beans, yellow beans and kidney beans; onion, vinegar, sugar substitute)
-Reduced-Fat Wheat Crackers (4 crackers)
-Baked Apple (1/2 large)
-Iced Tea with Lemon (1 cup)
AFTERNOON SNACK
-Fat-Free Fig Bars (2 bars)
-Skim Milk (1 cup)
DINNER
-Garlic Chicken (5 ounces cooked chicken breast, 1/4 cup light wheat bread crumbs, 1/8 cup skim milk, 1/4 garlic clove, 1 tsp. tabasco, lemon juice)
-Wild Rice (1 cup)
-Zucchini/Summer Squash Medley (1 cup)
-Light Pound Cake (1 serving, topped with strawberries (1/4 cup) and whipped topping (2 T.))
-Diet Soda (12 ounces)
DAILY TOTALS
1929 calories
250 grams carbohydrate
140 grams protein
41 grams fat
12 grams saturated fat
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Yikes! I thought it was 1800 calories per meal.
:)
That's the Michael Phelps Diet Plan.
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Oh... One final(?) thing for bk (and any other interested parties)...
Under the Calorie Calculator, they even provide a "zig zag" weekly calorie guide:
Calorie cycling provides same amount of calories per week, but 'tricks' your body by constantly changing daily calories. This helps to prevent or break plateaus.
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I'm going to rest no matter what. I haven't taken Ny-Quil for days, and am going to stop Mucinex, since it's not really doing anything. I have the chills right now. So weird. I'm sure the government provided this lovely flu, as they do every year, when they experiment with germ warfare.
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I'm going to rest no matter what. I haven't taken Ny-Quil for days, and am going to stop Mucinex, since it's not really doing anything. I have the chills right now. So weird. I'm sure the government provided this lovely flu, as they do every year, when they experiment with germ warfare.
bk - Atone much? ;)
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And for any DRs who may have missed - or are currently missing - tonight's "SNL", apparently, some of the highlight clips are already up at NBC.com.
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And, I have to say, that regardless of what you think of her and/or her political party, Sarah Palin was a very good sport, and they wrote some great material for her and the cast tonight.
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And before I start posting more diet and healthy eating and medical advice...
Goodnight.
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I am back from being Best Man and am now watching ZIMBO COMES TO TOWN starring Azad (as Zimbo), Chitra, Bhagwan, Shammi, and Pedro the Ape Bomb.
(http://www.induna.com/uploaded_images/dvd_vcd_master/medium/23_54_36_vcd%20zimbo%20comes%20to%20town.jpg)
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Did some serious post-tax-mini-season throwing out of paper, and just checked in, but I don't have the alertness to get us to page 11.
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Health vibes to vixmom
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Getting-over-whatever-flu-or-cold-you-have vibes to BK
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Oh maybe I should just move ahead to....
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page 11
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I watched three Dragnet episodes, which were absolutely fascinating, as Jack Webb had a different partner - these were from the very beginning of the series, I gather, in 1952 early 1953. They still were crediting the radio series at that point, and I think they were actually just recycling the radio scripts, as there is only one guest star in each of these episodes (the guest star in the first I watched was Lee Marvin, who was absolutely superb).