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Well, you've read the notes, the notes were wiener-like, and now it is time for you to post until the cows come home - they're currently eating their own little wieners wrapped in dough.
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And the word of the day is: EMBONPOINT!
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Am I the first after BK?
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Here's the video links in this topic. The partay:
View My Video (http://tinypic.com/m/2kmux0/4)
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Good Afternoon, once again!
Or as they say around here: Magandang hapon po!
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And Adam Cates at the Brooklyn Diner.
View My Video (http://tinypic.com/m/2kmxvl/4)
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And a very happy haineshisway.com birthday cheer to Samantha.
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Samantha's birthday is Sunday, the 10th
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But since it will be her 21st birthday, I'm sure she'd love to celebrate for the entire weekend
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As I was trying to say before I found out yesterday's topic was locked...
We boarded the 6:40am flight to Legazpi Airport in Bicol, Philippines - my father's hometown. Ever since we landed it's been one amazing thing after another. Just so many things to process and take in. All good, and some humbling. We stopped by the town cemetery so that my father could pay his respects to his mother and other relatives who have passed... Like I said, a lot.
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Time for me to go to bed... night
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Oops, misread the calendar. Well, early birthday cheer to Samantha.
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Well for what was to be a really wonderful weekend for me, 8:00AM breakfast with the fireman, 10:00AM walking tour of NoHo, and 2:00PM hanging out with my friends from the 60's for the rest of day, and then on Sunday 10:00AM Rotary Club arts and crafts faire at the park, is suddenly vanished from reality.
My stubborn 83 year old father who has been asking me to help him with going back to his primary care physician of the last 20 years, decided to drive himself to the hospital with a doctor he said was the devil and needed to be turned into the medical board.
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I'm currently having lunch in the Macagang Diner which is part of the Macagang Resort - which is where we'll be staying the next two days. The resort was founded by a Filipino engineer who mad his fortune developing a special antenna that the US Navy and other military outfits use. The Macagang Business Center - which is actually a school - was the first high school in the Philippines to have a computer center. In any case...
I believe my parents are taking a siesta right now, and I may just do the same thing when I get back to the room.
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So since I got off work, I had to first hunt him down as to where he was, then throw a fit at the hospital because again they had him sign all paperwork without the consent of a family member, and he again lied about what was going on and made me look like a vulture. Right now I am so frustrated I refuse to go back to the hospital.
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bk, Fred, Ben, Julie et al - It sounds and looks(!) like a grand time was had by all!!
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~~~~~ASSORTED VIBES TO DR SAM AND DR SAM'S FATHER~~~~~
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bk - Jose would know the Palace Theatre better than i do, but I think there may be an AA and/or BB in front of row A, which would make row D the fifth or sixth row.
Which may actually be better for a dance show, come to think of it.
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And, yes, an unclaimed house seats for WEST SIDE STORY get released 24-36 hours before the curtain. -Just sayin'.
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Vibes for Sam and family
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bk - Jose would know the Palace Theatre better than i do, but I think there may be an AA and/or BB in front of row A, which would make row D the fifth or sixth row.
Which may actually be better for a dance show, come to think of it.
You are correct, DR FJL.
*And see my "crossed post" above.
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And the worst part is that when I went to his apartment to lock up etc., I called 2 of his friends that have know him for more than 40 years each. And they both knew exactly what I was saying, that they were also getting the same story. Tried to help but gave up in frustration.
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The "magic" seemed to just be waiting until after 8 pm for the next day's matinee. I'd heard at some point that tickets for the next perf are sometimes released when the immediate preceding perf is under way. is that an old wives' tale?
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I'm really excited to see West Side on stage - the only production I've ever seen was a very cheesy one at Frank Sennes' Moulin Rouge, right after the movie came out. It was a stellar cast, but really cheap sets and costumes - the cast? Larry Kert, Carla Alberghetti, Tucker Smith, Tony Mordente, David Winters, Chita Rivera and several other movie cast members.
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Don't forget, parts of this show are done entirely in Spanish.
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Anyway, so they checked him in for congestive heart failure, he'll be there (last year it was 5 weeks and open heart surgery with artificial life support for 2 days) I don't know, probably till they suck the last penny out of his health insurance.
End of rant. Thank you.
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Boy that felt good to get off my chest. Usually I just eat till I'm sick.
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~~~Extra Strength Coping Vibes for DR Sam!!~~~
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Love the video clips, BK!
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Can we get to page 2 before 2?
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Yes we can
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VIBES TO DR SAM AND HER FATHER ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
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Why am I still awake???
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Well I did just eat lemon cupcakes that I picked up on the way home.
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Thank you everyone. I'm sorry to rain on bk's NY trip.
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If there are any night owls tonight, I doubt I'll sleep before 3 or 4 this morning.
Now I'll try to read the last couple of days posts.
Be back in an hour.
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Loved the video clips. Adam is cute. The party was to die for.
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Dear Cillaliz, I'm glad you were still awake.
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Dear Jose, have a wonderful vacation.
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Why am I still awake???
I've been asking myself that very same question for the past 36-48 hours. I've lost count.
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OOOH!!! The rooms here at the Macagang Business Center Hotel & Resort do have WiFi!!! :)
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Dear Jose, Is monkey having more fun than you ? I really like the way the pics are displayed.
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Dear FJL, thanks again for Turkey Lurkey Time video, I wish I had half the energy.
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Dear MBarnum, Bosco and Freddy are doing a great job supervising. Loved the apt., pics and the period pieces.
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ABSOLUTELY THE BEST VIBES FOR EVERYONE.
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All posts read, but I still feel disconnected.
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HAPPY SATURDAY.
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I am now officially a working Seattle actor!
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Yea!!!! :D
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Well, being out of work, I should be conserving my resources. But I decided to be wild and crazy and treat myself to something I've been coveting for a long tim:
A Kitchen Aid stand mixer!
(http://www.williams-sonoma.com/wsimgs/ab/images/p2/products/200917/0001/img69m.jpg)
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Loved the videos, bk!!! :D
I am so sorry not to have been able to attend last night's gathering in your honor. :(
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***ASSORTED VIBES***
for DR Sam and her father!!!!!!
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and Lemon Cupcakes for all! :D
(http://those-clouds.com/misc/food/BlogLemCc02.jpg)
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And if you don't like Lemon Cupcakes, have a Little Wiener Wrapped in Dough, instead.
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The DH's relatives from out of town are here for the weekend. Visiting from Ames, Iowa.
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Magandang gabi po!
...And it appears I just took a nice three hour nap. :)
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DR DAW - Did you get the 5-quart model? And will you be making the lemon cupcakes? ;)
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And now...
I need to get ready to head down to the Hotel's ballroom(?) where a "Family Get Together Of The Late Guillermo & Fiorentina Simbulan" (that's what is on the banner) is about to begin. And from the amount of tables and chairs set up, it looks like most of the town will be in attendance. We shall see..
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Dear Jose, Is monkey having more fun than you ? I really like the way the pics are displayed.
Aw, Thank You, DR Sam. And Monkey Thanks You too.
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Well, since I'm not sure how to say it in Tagalog...
Laters..
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Did you get the 5-quart model?
No, the six!!
[I'm planning on making a lot of cupcakes!! :D]
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A Kitchen Aid is NOT a purchase, DR DAW, it is an investment! My Aunt Mary has one from the 1950's that still works fine - and she still uses it quite often.
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Such nice videos.
For some reason I thought Mr Adam Cates was a Noo Yawker - but hearing him talk on the video quickly settled that! He seems a most charming fellow - and from viewing the PLANET X clips, also most talented.
MR BK how did you find him?
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Little Wieners Wrapped In Dough will indeed be a great title....but my favorite title from yesterday's posts came from DR JMK - and it is:
NEA Grants Out the Ying Yang! un film de Claude LeLouche
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I first saw nearly ALL of the movies in the TOD on television - THE MUSIC MAN in two parts! The exception was ROSEMARY'S BABY which I saw at the drive-in on a double bill with THE ODD COUPLE!
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Today is of course a work day.
Vibes to DR SAM on her ordeal. And hoping DR JEANNE feels better today.
DR JOSE is having two GREAT trips in a row! Wow!
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And I hope DR ELMORE gets his mail!
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"So sad to be all alone in the world." Mrs. Meers.
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Off to work oh well. Enjoy West Side Story, MR BK!
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Saturday morning greetings from Florence (Kentucky, not Italy)! It's Deacon Day for DH Richard - thanks for the vibes and wishes! I drove him over to the venue and am now puttering a bit in our room before going over myself. The next time you hear from me, I'll be a Vicar's wife.
Bye for now!
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West Side Story: Seattle (1st run)
The Music Man (Seattle 1st run)
Casablanca (late 1950s in a Seattle (Northgate) revival house. Didn't like it the first time I saw it, but now it's my all-time favorite movie)
The Court Jester (either first run in Seattle, or in our summer home, Soap Lake WA)
Vertigo (Seattle, 1st run)
The Seventh Voyage Of Sinbad (TV)
Rosemary’s Baby (Seattle on a visit home)
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West Side Story,
The Music Man,
Casablanca,
The Court Jester,
Vertigo,
The Seventh Voyage Of Sinbad, and
Rosemary’s Baby?
I believe they all were on tv with the exception of West Side Story in a reissue or a rep house
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David Cote is, in my humble opinion, a raging BUTTHOLE!!!
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Good Evening!
Well, I just left the par-tay downstairs - which was starting to wind down anyway - since I finally started feeling quite sleepy. It was a very nice gathering. About 75 people showed up, and my father's sister has arranged all of it: food (a buffet of Filipino favorites), the music (a one-man band, and two singers), and even a program for the evening (dance, talk, dance, sing, dance, eat, dance, play games, dance, talk, dance...).
I met a lot of people, and I at least tried to get and remember the names of the people directly related to my father. There were about 25 children in attendance, and I think I can only remember two of their names right now. I also believe the Mayor of the town stopped by - at least that's what I think they said.
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Did you get the 5-quart model?
No, the six!!
[I'm planning on making a lot of cupcakes!! :D]
Ah, that's what I thought it was since you have the "lift basket". Did you splurge on any of the attachments? I keep contemplating the ice cream bowl.
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ALL TOGETHER NOW...IN HARMONY
WE LOVE YOU SAMANTHA !!!
HAPPY HAPPY BIRTHDAY
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And just what day of the week is it "here" on HHW right now? Saturday or Sunday?
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Adam found me - he'd heard about Brain and sent me his resume, we talked, I liked his energy and gave him the job - he was one of four or five people who contacted me about it - I made the absolute right choice.
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Good morning, all! I think I am caught up on three days worth of sleep now. The video's a hoot and it's always good to see Mr Graae as demure and shy as ever. Where is our DR Julie? Will she never return to us?
Today, lots of MOST HAPPY FELLA, and perhaps a break at some point with Mr Rodney Gilfry who is in town for his daughter's senior recital on Monday night at Juilliard, which I shall attend, missing the divine Donna Lynne Champlin's "Finishing the Act."
Yes, DR JRand58, the mail was held by my neighbor and I now have it.
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Oh, and I'm up. There were big, grotesque, loud trucks and men working from two in the morning until now. It was unbelievably noisy, but I fell asleep and stayed asleep until my wake-up call. How I slept through the noise, especially when I woke up, is unknown to me. However, now that I'm up, the trucks are gone and it's absolutely quiet out there.
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So, elmore can see Mr. Rodney Gilfry but not Mr. BK?
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As for the Topic of the Day....
"West Side Story" - Most likely on Channel 20 in Washington, DC, during one of their "Great Musicals" festivals/marathons. I was probably 10, 11-years old.
"The Music Man" - A hotel room in Midlothian, VA, just outside of Richmond, when we headed down there for a little league baseball tournament that one of my younger brothers was playing in.
"Casablanca" - During the last week of school in Mr. Johnson's Sophomore (high school) English class.
"The Court Jester" - Again, most likely on Channel 20 out of DC.
"Vertigo" - Yep, Channel 20 during one of their Hitchcock festivals.
"The Seventh Voyage Of Sinbad" - Channel 20
"Rosemary’s Baby" - Channel 7, when we lived in Gales Ferry, CT. They would show horror movies during the afternoon after-school block. ??? -That was also the first time I saw "Trilogy of Terror".
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And the word of the day is: EMBONPOINT!
And The Song Of The Day Is: TOO FAT POLKA
(I Don't Want Her, You Can Have Her,She's Too Fat For Me !)
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DR Jane - As for the "Cheese" - It was a cheese-flavored sponge(?) cake. However, I'm not exactly sure what kind of cheese, probably cheddar.
And the adorable young girl in that picture is my cousin, Sophie. At least I think she's a real cousin. The doll she is holding is "Chrissa", which is this year's American Girl Place's "Girl/Doll of the Year". I believe her Uncle Jojo brought it from NYC with him for her. ;)
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Jrand, what a great way of phrasing something I've tried to express over and over, and I will use it when Skip hesitates on certain purchases of items that will last for years and years. (re "Kitchen Aid is NOT a purchase, it is an investment!")
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As for the Topic of the Day....
"West Side Story" - Most likely on Channel 20 in Washington, DC, during one of their "Great Musicals" festivals/marathons. I was probably 10, 11-years old.
"The Music Man" - A hotel room in Midlothian, VA, just outside of Richmond, when we headed down there for a little league baseball tournament that one of my younger brothers was playing in.
"Casablanca" - During the last week of school in Mr. Johnson's Sophomore (high school) English class.
"The Court Jester" - Again, most likely on Channel 20 out of DC.
"Vertigo" - Yep, Channel 20 during one of their Hitchcock festivals.
"The Seventh Voyage Of Sinbad" - Channel 20
"Rosemary’s Baby" - Channel 7, when we lived in Gales Ferry, CT. They would show horror movies during the afternoon after-school block. ??? -That was also the first time I saw "Trilogy of Terror".
West Side Story - the Chinese, fourteen weeks in a row during its initial run
The Music Man - opening day at the Paramount (now the El Capitan)
Casablanca - TV, sometime in the late 1960s
The Court Jester - the Lido and then the Vagabond during its initial run
Vertigo - the Lido, initial run
The Seventh Voyage Of Sinbad - the Stadium, original run
Rosemary's Baby - the Crest, opening day.
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Still pondering the treadmill - looking doubtful.
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Good Morning!
The Vixter and I are about to head off to NYC to start her Sweet 16 festivities... unfortunately the glorious warm sunny day we had yesterday has dissolved into a grey rainy cloudy day.... ah well i am sure we will have fun anyway
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Thanks for postingthe video of the partay BK... we wish we could have been there--- maybe we'll bump into you in Times Square!
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Ginny please extend outr congratulations to Richard on hs ordination! We will be praying for a wonderful day for you!
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HAPPY BIRTHDAY FESTIVITIES TO DR THE VIXTER!!!!!
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Cilla - VIBes and Prayers are being sent for David's rapid recovery!
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Mike Barnum - lovedf the furniture
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DAW your investment seems a lot sounder than the ones of been making with my 401K!!
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and now we are off!! LATERS!!
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Ginny please extend our congratulations to Richard on hs ordination! We will be praying for a wonderful day for you!
DITTO!!!!!!! :D
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And wishing a great day to DR vixmom and DR the vixter!
And a great matinee for bk!!!!!!
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DR DAW - To supplement your "investment", I highly recommend purchasing another work bowl. Makes it so much easier when you have to whip up a batch of egg whites to add to a cake batter.
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Magpapaalam na ako.
Goodnight.
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Thanks, DR JoseSPiano. I didn't purchase any of the attachments, but I was thinking that an extra workbowl would come in very handy.
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Good Night!
Good Morning!
And When Do You And Monkey Come back to The USA?
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Congrats to Ginny's Richard
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Congratulations to Richard!!!
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Congratulations to Deacon Richard!!
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Good morning!
Going to be a hot one here today with highs in the upper 80s. The coolness of the morning was already going away by 10 a.m., and I had to shut the downstairs up to retain some of the earlier cool. I still have the windows open upstairs with both the attic fan and a floor fan going. They'll be shut off when I leave.
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Vibes to DR Sam!
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Tonight I'm going to see best friend John in a local production of THE FULL MONTY. He's got the smaller role of Reg in the production. My friend Gregg from Winston-Salem is driving down and we're going to see it together. We're going out to dinner before the show.
Looking forward to seeing the show again. Loved the NYC production. I'll be curious to see how it adapts to the community theater level.
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Congratulations to DH Deacon Richard (no relation to Richard Deacon)!
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Because I'll be gone for a good portion of the evening, I likely won't get any work discs done today. I have THE INSECT WOMAN ready to watch tomorrow afternoon and INTENTIONS OF MURDER for tomorrow night to finish off the Criterion/Imamaura box set. They're both too long to be able to get to either one today.
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Congratulations to DAW on his "investment."
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So, I'll spend this afternoon watching DVR recorded television shows from this past week to clear that off for the upcoming season finales this week.
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On TV TOnight!™
CBS - HARPER'S ISLAND
ABC - NBA Playoff game
FOX - NASCAR race
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TOD:
WEST SIDE STORY: It was reissued in 70mm and played at Charlotte's Carolina Theater (the CInerama theater here in the city) around 1967 or so. I was appalled that they added an intermission to it IN THE MIDDLE OF THE RUMBLE!!!
THE MUSIC MAN: original release in 1962. The high school band was asked to play selections from the score outside the theater to drum up business, and then we were allowed to go inside to see the movie for free. Loved it.
ROSEMARY'S BABY: opening weekend in 1968 at the Park Terrace Theater in Charlotte
VERTIGO: the reissue of Hitchcock's prized Universal movies. Was that in the 1980s or 1990s? I can't remember.
The others (CASABLANCA, THE COURT JESTER) were on TV.
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Back from the treadmill. I did do the four miles, but did them a little slower. I shall now shave and shower.
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Congratulations to Deacon Richard!!
Backwards he is the actor who played Mel Cooley on the Dick Van Dyke Show
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I'm heading down now to clean up for the rest of my day.
WBBL.
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TOD:
West Side Story: TV whenver they first showed it.
The Music Man- First run and then on a double bill (with "Lawrence of Arabia") at the drive-in about 3 times.
Casablanca saw it on TV a number of times and then at a few revival houses.. I remember that by the time, "Play It Again, Sam" came out, I already knew "Casablanca" by heart.
The Court Jester =this showed up as the second bill at drive-ins for abuot a decade ("It Happened to Jane" with Doris Day was another that you could see at the drive-in and go home and watch on TV for about 10 years) and so saw it there a few times and a lot on TV as a kid.
Vertigo (Art House revival and then on TV, but I wanted to see it on the big screen first)
The Seventh Voyage Of Sinbad (Kiddie matinees-- probably at the Palms Theatre or Bethany West)
Rosemary’s Baby-- TV, or maybe even a video-- late 70's
I will be forever grateful to Benson and Hedges for sponsoring several summmers throughout the 70's of classic films on the big screen. And there even a few big screens back then because it was before all the megaplexes took over.
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Finished shaving. Can't tell what sort of day it is but hope I don't need to bring the umbrella.
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I must say, my legs haven't been sore from exercise since I began the new jogging routine last July, but boy are they sore from this treadmill.
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Anyone who's in Times Square today, stop by and say hello - I'll be in front of the Palace Theater.
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Loved the videos, BK, particularly the event at Fred and Skips! Made me wish I were there!
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TOD:
THE 7TH VOYAGE OF SINBAD is the only film on that list that I have seen (so far), and I likely first saw it around 1977, on television.
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DR Jose, be sure to inquire of your Filipino relatives as to who are fans of the DARNA movies! And of course, which actress they think played her best!
(http://i191.photobucket.com/albums/z23/raffya/Darna/RosadelRosario_coloredad.jpg?t=1201468277)
(http://i191.photobucket.com/albums/z23/raffya/Darna/DARNA_BABAINGLAWIN.jpg?t=1201473437)
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Off to Home Depot to buy some fill dirt.
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Hello, everyone.
Many thanks to all the DRs for all the get-well wishes. I am happy to say that I am improving. However, it seems that this is not the flu after all--I have spots! Yes, I have chicken pox. My doctor was quite amused, "Imagine! Chicken pox at your age!" To that I say, "Harrrummph!" But I am grateful to feel human again.
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Glad the HHW get-together was such a success.
Vibes to Cillaliz's DN for a speedy recovery.
A nice weekend to all.
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VIBES TO DR SAM!
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I shall now mosey on over to the Palace Theater to see West Side Story, after which I shall briefly return to the hotel to change into my evening clothes, after which I shall mosey on over to the Metropolitan Room.
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I wanted to say thanks for everybody for the good vibes and what not. David made it through great, I'm at the hospital now and they finally got most of their systems running again. The storms yesterday were nuts. I'm going to let him check his email and stuff, thanks again guys :)
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Boy that felt good to get off my chest. Usually I just eat till I'm sick.
DR Sam, I'm very sorry and just when you had a much needed fun filled day for yourself.
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DR Jane - As for the "Cheese" - It was a cheese-flavored sponge(?) cake. However, I'm not exactly sure what kind of cheese, probably cheddar.
And the adorable young girl in that picture is my cousin, Sophie. At least I think she's a real cousin. The doll she is holding is "Chrissa", which is this year's American Girl Place's "Girl/Doll of the Year". I believe her Uncle Jojo brought it from NYC with him for her. ;)
I knew that couldn't be a solid hunk of cheese, interesting labeling. ;D
Did you have a list of relatives to shop for before leaving or did you know ahead of time that sweet Sophie was in need of a doll from you ;)
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I'll be a Vicar's wife.
Will you move in the same social circles as The Randy Vicar??
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***VIBES***
for tonight
for bk and his client!!!!!!
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Continued vibes for David, DR jhvw & the entire family.
May the news continue to only be good!
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***VIBES***
for tonight
for bk and his client!!!!!!
DITTO!
Bruce, the videos are fun. I especially enjoyed seeing Ben, Julie, Toby & Dylan. I wish DR Fred & Skip had not been camera shy.
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Well, being out of work, I should be conserving my resources. But I decided to be wild and crazy and treat myself to something I've been coveting for a long tim:
A Kitchen Aid stand mixer!
(http://www.williams-sonoma.com/wsimgs/ab/images/p2/products/200917/0001/img69m.jpg)
With how many attachments?
(Not a euphemism. Sorry.)
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David Cote is, in my humble opinion, a raging BUTTHOLE!!!
I take it you refer to the theater editor and critic for Time Out New York, and not the similarly named Chairman and CEO of Honeywell.
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Looking forward to bk's Metropolitan Room show this evening.
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Ben - Is "raging butthole" a euphemism for something? :)
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I must say, my legs haven't been sore from exercise since I began the new jogging routine last July, but boy are they sore from this treadmill.
Is the treadmill on an incline? That could account for the extra stress on your legs. (But I don't suggest running backwards to counter the stress.)
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Whew! I am so tired today. I may have to take a nap this afternoon.
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How many more performances this weekend, DR TCB?
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Whew! I am so tired today. I may have to take a nap this afternoon.
Well--- performing, "Take Back Your Mink" every night must really wipe you out!
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Pox vibes to Jeanne!
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Anyone who's in Times Square today, stop by and say hello - I'll be in front of the Palace Theater.
AAlas, I will not be there! :>(
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The Vicar's Wife here...
The service and the luncheon are complete and everything went quite smoothly. Deacon Richard and I are relaxing now before tonight's dinner at the University Club, hosted by our Cincinnati congregation (tomorrow will be our last Sunday with them).
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How many more performances this weekend, DR TCB?
Just tonight and a matinee tomorrow.
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Whew! I am so tired today. I may have to take a nap this afternoon.
Well--- performing, "Take Back Your Mink" every night must really wipe you out!
No getting into that girdle so that I can fit into the dress and the fur is the exhausting part!
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Thank you to DRs Vixmom, DAW, FJL, Ben, ArnoldMBrockman, and Kerry for your wishes to DH Richard.
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DR DAW - Someday I, too, will "invest" in a KitchenAid mixer. They're made in Greeneville, OH, and I understand there's a great outlet store. It's about an hour's drive from our house.
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Here we are:
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David Cote is, in my humble opinion, a raging BUTTHOLE!!!
I take it you refer to the theater editor and critic for Time Out New York, and not the similarly named Chairman and CEO of Honeywell.
Correct, I just heard him this morning pontificating about how Rock of Ages deserved the Tony nominations it got and my ire just spilled over into the internt.
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Dear Ginny, wonderful picture and congratulations.
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TO EVERYONE, THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU.
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Thanks, DR Sam!
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I wanted to say thanks for everybody for the good vibes and what not. David made it through great, I'm at the hospital now and they finally got most of their systems running again. The storms yesterday were nuts. I'm going to let him check his email and stuff, thanks again guys :)
Thank you for the update, DR jhvw. Continued vibes for David!
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At some point tomarrow I will have to put tape over my mouth and go to the hospital. When they are done running an endless barage of tests. Only 20% of the heart tissue is conducting electricity, what else do they need to know. It will never repair itself. What happened to the days before corporate hospitals and their motto of spend spend spend.
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Sounds like the weekend is filled with busy things for everyone.
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Dear Ben, ire spilling over into the internet is good.
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Dear Ben, ire spilling over into the internet is good.
Yes it is Sam. It can prevent it from spilling over to someplace else
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TCB and Jose both mentioned naps, I better take one.
:) :) :) :) TO ALL THAT NEED THEM :) :) :) :)
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Ben - remember David Sheward's response -"a perfectly fine guilty pleasure - like a banana split"
To what show would you have give the fourth nomination slot, BTW?
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Well, being out of work, I should be conserving my resources. But I decided to be wild and crazy and treat myself to something I've been coveting for a long tim:
A Kitchen Aid stand mixer!
(http://www.williams-sonoma.com/wsimgs/ab/images/p2/products/200917/0001/img69m.jpg)
Oh man, I'm jealous about that one...congrats!
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DR Ginny you and Deacon Richard look incredibly happy :D
CONGRATULATIONS!!!
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Cilla - VIBes and Prayers are being sent for David's rapid recovery!
Thanks! I spoke to Jon this morning. He said the recovery is continuing well and David will probably be out of ICU and in a room by tomorrow.
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DR Ginny you and Deacon Richard look incredibly happy :D
CONGRATULATIONS!!!At some point tomorrow I will have to put tape over my mouth and go to the hospital.
I know too well what you mean. I really feel for you.
For years & years my Mother-in-law's doctor drove us up a wall. She, of the old school, never stood up to him & was happy to do whatever he said. One day while we for visiting her Keith's aunt asked my brother in-law why he didn't go to the office visits with his mother. It wasn't until that moment I realized he was just as frustrated as we were. His response was "I will only yell at the jerk".
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DR Ginny you and Deacon Richard look incredibly happy :D
CONGRATULATIONS!!!
Thanks, DR Jane!
We're actually incredibly tired and looking forward to a little vacation next week before he starts his new assignment in Lima.
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Good news DR Cilla!
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Some thick clouds have moved into the area, so we may indeed get those eveing showers they were predicting.
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Glad the HHW get-together was such a success.
Vibes to Cillaliz's DN for a speedy recovery.
A nice weekend to all.
Thanks Jeanne
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Off to dinner at 4th & Broadway in Cincinnati...bye for now!
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I watched Thursday night's SUPERNATURAL while I had a little snack for lunch. (Hope to have a big meal before going to the theater tonight).
Another excellent episode before next week's season finale.
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Fred,
There are three I can think of.
I know that [title of show] has something of a cult feeling to it (and I admit I'm part of the cult) so I would have been happy with that.
I would have been happy with the overlooked show, The Story of My Life (though that would have been a real long shot and my third choice out of the three)
Or, despite some of the reviews and Jason's very valid points about the show last night I would have given it to 9 to 5.
There are also four actors who should have been considered over Constantine Maroulis, Hunter Bell, Jeff Bowen, Will Chase or Malcolm Gets.
I do think that many Tony voters (despite the denials by some on the morning panel) voted for shows that are still running, not shows that were possibly deserving of nominations.
I don't know why I'm so annoyed but I just don't think you nominate "guilty pleasures" for major theatre awards.
I'm going now to eat my ground glass and then tie myself up on the mountain top so the crows can peck out my eyes ;)
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I also watched Thursday night's SOUTHLAND. I'm really enjoying the show a lot, but I could certainly be a lot happier if they'd just drop Sammy and Tami from the cast. I find them thoroughly unengaging. Everyone else seems interesting and worthy of further explorations of their characters.
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I cut a big bunch of lilacs off of one of the few bushes I didn't cut down a couple weeks ago. My living room now smells wonderful!
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There are three I can think of. I know that [title of show] has something of a cult feeling to it (and I admit I'm part of the cult) so I would have been happy with that or an overlooked show, The Story of My Life (though that would have been a real long shot and my third choice out of the three) or, despite some of the reviews and Jason's very valid points about the show last night I would have given it to 9 to 5.
There are also four actors who should have been considered over Constantine Maroulis, Hunter Bell, Jeff Bowen, Will Chase or Malcolm Gets.
I do think that many Tony voters (despite the denials by some on the morning panel) voted for shows that are still running, not shows that were possibly deserving of nominations.
Didn't the article in PLaybill say that the Tony committee disqualified THE STORY OF MY LIFE from any Tony consideration due to the briefness of its run and thus the inability of Tony voters to be able to judge it adequately.
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The Rex Harrison version of DOCTOR DOLITTLE was playing this afternoon on the Fox Movie Channel so I watched a good portion of it while I waited for my company to arrive.
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He's going to be here very soon, so I must hop off-line now and be ready to greet him.
I'll have a report on the show either later tonight or tomorrow.
WBBL.
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Back from West Side Story. I'll have much to say in the notes, but because I don't want to keep anyone in suspense, let's just say that Arthur Laurents not being nominated for a Tony is well deserved. He needs to never be allowed again to come near any show he wrote - what he and his cohorts have done to this West Side Story is criminal and the fact that it's a hit speaks more to the power of the show itself (which is always criticized as being dated and silly these days) and the low values most of these inane tweens and teens who filled the theater and reacted as if they were watching American Idol. The use of Spanish is stupid and pointless and robs the show of some of its best laughs. One or two lines, okay.
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TOD - I don't have a real memory of when and where I saw any of them, sorry,
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Back from West Side Story. I'll have much to say in the notes, but because I don't want to keep anyone in suspense, let's just say that Arthur Laurents not being nominated for a Tony is well deserved. He needs to never be allowed again to come near any show he wrote - what he and his cohorts have done to this West Side Story is criminal and the fact that it's a hit speaks more to the power of the show itself (which is always criticized as being dated and silly these days) and the low values most of these inane tweens and teens who filled the theater and reacted as if they were watching American Idol. The use of Spanish is stupid and pointless and robs the show of some of its best laughs. One or two lines, okay.
Out of curiousity, were there people laughing at the parts in Spanish? I'm thinking of those who are bilingual and whether their experience may have been different
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DR Ginny you and Deacon Richard look incredibly happy :D
CONGRATULATIONS!!!
Thanks, DR Jane!
We're actually incredibly tired and looking forward to a little vacation next week before he starts his new assignment in Lima.
Lima doesn't pay beans!
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DR Ginny have a nice relaxing vacation.
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Here we are:
Congrats!!
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T.O.D.
West Side Story - Temple Theatre / Tacoma / Road show engagement (1962)
The Music Man - Proctor Theater / Tacoma / Second run (1963)
Casablanca - TV / Sometime in the 60s or 70s
The Court Jester - Proctor Theater / Tacoma / Kid's matinee (1960)
Vertigo - TV / Sometime in the 60s
The Seventh Voyage Of Sinbad - Proctor Theater / Kid's matinee (1960s)
Rosemary’s Baby - ??
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Good Morning! Good Afternoon!
I'm up, I'm up... And I got up about an hour and a half ago - 5:30am, Bicol time - and took a walk. I was amazed at just how many people and things were already up and moving about. And, yes, I took pictures.
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We'll be heading down to the Macagang Diner for breakfast in a few, and then some friends of my Dad will be picking us up to take us to Mass. And then I think we're going to a water park later today if the weather doesn't get stormy.
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OK - So, I guess it's still "Saturday" here on HHW. It's already Sunday morning here. Got it now. Check!
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DR Jane - My mom sent me a "hint". And a check. ;)
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And since it is already Sunday here, Happy Mother's Day. -And it's quite nice knowing that I'm spending Mother's Day with my mom - for the first time in a long time - and in the Philippines too! :)
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DR DAW - Someday I, too, will "invest" in a KitchenAid mixer. They're made in Greeneville, OH, and I understand there's a great outlet store. It's about an hour's drive from our house.
DR Ginny - I've actually thought of getting another one. And with the various sales at Macy's, Williams-Sonoma, and Amazon, sometimes the "investment" isn't really that much of a $plurge. I know that the 5-quart models are usually on sale at Macy's for just under $200 every other month.
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DR DAW - Someday I, too, will "invest" in a KitchenAid mixer. They're made in Greeneville, OH, and I understand there's a great outlet store. It's about an hour's drive from our house.
And as far as things made in Ohio.... Calphalon! :)
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bk - ~~~~~BREAK A LEG TO JAN ABRAMS AND YOURSELF FOR TONIGHT'S CABARET AT THE METROPOLITAN ROOM~~~~~
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I must say, my legs haven't been sore from exercise since I began the new jogging routine last July, but boy are they sore from this treadmill.
Is the treadmill on an incline? That could account for the extra stress on your legs. (But I don't suggest running backwards to counter the stress.)
Actually, if you're used to running on a flat surface outside, setting the incline on a treadmill to just 1 or 2 degrees is usually advised. The incline helps to compensate for the lack of true forward motion, since the foot rolls from heel-to-toe and "strikes" differently than it would on the road.
Now, if bk is using the same running shoes since he started jogging last July, those could also be the culprit.
And setting the treadmill on a very low speed and walking backwards is good warm-down
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bk - I await the details of your West Side Story report.
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Whew! I am so tired today. I may have to take a nap this afternoon.
Well--- performing, "Take Back Your Mink" every night must really wipe you out!
No getting into that girdle so that I can fit into the dress and the fur is the exhausting part!
Well, aren't you used to getting out of your clothes, in general, anyway?
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DR ArnoldMBrockman - We start our return to the States on the 16th. And since we gain (back) a day traveling east, we arrive on the 16th - even after almost 20 hours in flight.
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DR Jane - My mom sent me a "hint". And a check. ;)
;D Nice Mom to include the check. :)
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And since it is already Sunday here, Happy Mother's Day. -And it's quite nice knowing that I'm spending Mother's Day with my mom - for the first time in a long time - and in the Philippines too! :)
That made me all warm & fuzzy. :)
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I forgot to wish Bruce a successful show before he left. At least it isn't too late to send vibes.
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So, elmore can see Mr. Rodney Gilfry but not Mr. BK?
I have no urge to pick a fight, but I haven't seen Mr Gilfry in two years and I've seen you since then. Also, to come to my defense, when DR FJL set the date for last night's event. I had already booked my time for both the DC trip and the McGlinnventory. When Skip called me yesterday morning, I had no idea how long I would be at the law office or how I would feel at the end of my day. I had until 2 pm to respond. Between the dust and the US post office's screwup with my mail, I was in no mood to be social with anyone. I would have loved to see everyone there, but you're not dumping guilt on my parade!
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Here we are:
Ohmigod, you're being groped by Father Christmas!
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Why does Ghost Whisperer keep going over? At least here it was not marked in the listings. I had to go to a lot of trouble to catch the end (which i thought of skipping but i'm glad i didn't).
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DR jose i've enjoyed reading about your adventures so far.
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I've just been lazying around catching up on some shows. I watched Ghost Whisperer and then Gossip Girl. And will probably watch Ugly Betty and then America's Next Top Model.
If my sis does not have her baby before wed then i will go watch the finale with her (she has a satellite). She is due on the 20th. But we're on baby watch now!
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A POX on DR JEANNE'S ILLNESS!!
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.... Calphalon! :)
Oh, yeah. I kind of got one of those, too. :-[
:D
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My day was peculiar: I got back from seeing Rodney Gilfry to find a phone invitation from goddaughter Charlotte to see a movie. We saw OBSERVE AND REPORT with Seth Rogen and Charlotte's godmother Celia Weston as his drunken mother. A truly off-kiltre film, I liked it very much. I didn't know where it would go and it reminded me a lot of TAXI DRIVER in its theme of alienation. During the movie, Charlotte's purse was rifled through and her cell phone, iPod, and cash stolen. We spent time with the police after the film, then headed to Verizon to report the theft. Ron and dona joined us at the Verizon store. It was fun.
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My day was peculiar: I got back from seeing Rodney Gilfry to find a phone invitation from goddaughter Charlotte to see a movie. We saw OBSERVE AND REPORT with Seth Rogen and Charlotte's godmother Celia Weston as his drunken mother. A truly off-kiltre film, I liked it very much. I didn't know where it would go and it reminded me a lot of TAXI DRIVER in its theme of alienation. During the movie, Charlotte's purse was rifled through and her cell phone, iPod, and cash stolen. We spent time with the police after the film, then headed to Verizon to report the theft. Ron and dona joined us at the Verizon store. It was fun.
That's horrible! How did that happen? Had she set the purse down somewhere?
Off to host Daniel Stein's performance.
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My day was peculiar: I got back from seeing Rodney Gilfry to find a phone invitation from goddaughter Charlotte to see a movie. We saw OBSERVE AND REPORT with Seth Rogen and Charlotte's godmother Celia Weston as his drunken mother. A truly off-kiltre film, I liked it very much. I didn't know where it would go and it reminded me a lot of TAXI DRIVER in its theme of alienation. During the movie, Charlotte's purse was rifled through and her cell phone, iPod, and cash stolen. We spent time with the police after the film, then headed to Verizon to report the theft. Ron and dona joined us at the Verizon store. It was fun.
That's horrible! How did that happen? Had she set the purse down somewhere?
Off to host Daniel Stein's performance.
She put the bag under her seat and the guy behind us discretely rifled through it. She'll get hell from her mother.
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WHOA! - DR elmore - I feel sooo sorry for Charlotte. Hopefully, they will be able to find some of the stuff that was taken. At the very least, at least you and Charlotte were not injured during the course of the theft.
*I still remember during the Sondheim Celebration that there were a few unsavory characters who would sit in the balcony of the Eisenhower Theater with long "grab sticks". -And why the usher never questioned their carrying of grab-sticks - maybe they thought they were canes? - I'll never know.
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Oh... I had a LOL moment yesterday during the pre-flight instructional video on the flight from Manila to Legazpi...
The voiceover went something like this: "If the plane should start to lose altitude, and we need to prepare for a crash landing, please remove all sharp object from your shirt pockets."
The video: The man proceeds to remove a ballpoint pen from his pocket... And then a fork.
;D
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My day was peculiar: I got back from seeing Rodney Gilfry to find a phone invitation from goddaughter Charlotte to see a movie. We saw OBSERVE AND REPORT with Seth Rogen and Charlotte's godmother Celia Weston as his drunken mother. A truly off-kiltre film, I liked it very much. I didn't know where it would go and it reminded me a lot of TAXI DRIVER in its theme of alienation. During the movie, Charlotte's purse was rifled through and her cell phone, iPod, and cash stolen. We spent time with the police after the film, then headed to Verizon to report the theft. Ron and dona joined us at the Verizon store. It was fun.
That's horrible! How did that happen? Had she set the purse down somewhere?
I always keep my purse on my lap, not out of fear of theft but that I will forget it or something.
VIBES SOMETHING IS FOUND!
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Thoughts and vibes for DR SAM as she navigates her way tomorrow.
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DR MBARNUM I am intrigued by DARNA. Intriguied and horrified all at the same time.
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Wonderful news and photo from DR GINNY and DH RICHARD.
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DR DAW - my aunt Mary had the ice cream bowl....and it got quite a work out during the summer months for sure.
I am anxiously awaiting the notes and MR BK's thoughts on WEST SIDE STORY, but I think they are probably similar to mine, although I have only read about it on the inner nit.
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Thoughts and vibes for DR SAM as she navigates her way tomorrow.
DITTO!
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DR JOSE is keeping the Philippines hopping, that's for sure.
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Oh... I had a LOL moment yesterday during the pre-flight instructional video on the flight from Manila to Legazpi...
The voiceover went something like this: "If the plane should start to lose altitude, and we need to prepare for a crash landing, please remove all sharp object from your shirt pockets."
The video: The man proceeds to remove a ballpoint pen from his pocket... And then a fork.
;D
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I did 17 consultations today.....that's what happens when you have a regular once a month bargain day...... But I am away from work tomorrow....and I have a day ALL FOR ME....for the first time since April 13.....2009.
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My day was peculiar: I got back from seeing Rodney Gilfry to find a phone invitation from goddaughter Charlotte to see a movie. We saw OBSERVE AND REPORT with Seth Rogen and Charlotte's godmother Celia Weston as his drunken mother. A truly off-kiltre film, I liked it very much. I didn't know where it would go and it reminded me a lot of TAXI DRIVER in its theme of alienation. During the movie, Charlotte's purse was rifled through and her cell phone, iPod, and cash stolen. We spent time with the police after the film, then headed to Verizon to report the theft. Ron and dona joined us at the Verizon store. It was fun.
That's horrible! How did that happen? Had she set the purse down somewhere?
I always keep my purse on my lap, not out of fear of theft but that I will forget it or something.
VIBES SOMETHING IS FOUND!
Nothing will be; she now has a new cell phone and her parents have declared the theft to Verizon so rthey won't be charged for any calls made between 3:15 and 7 pm. She's more distressed over her iPod.
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NASCAR is pre empting COPS tonight.....
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MR BK thanks for reminding me of the story of Mr Adam Cates....but where is he from....I know it ain't Brooklyn.
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Last night there was a movie on TCM that featured an actor that I used to see a lot....in fact sometimes I would see MR BK on television and think it was:
Wes Stern.
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WHOA! Just read about some people who flew into Japan from Detroit (http://www.wtopnews.com/?nid=106&sid=1655772) who were quarantined due to the swine flu. They are being detained from five to ten days. Thankfully(?), they flew into Narita, not Nagoya like I did - otherwise, I have a feeling I would have had an email or text from the health authorities. :-\
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Can you save the music & whatever else is stored in an iPod on back up discs?
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DR Jose, I'm very glad you were not on their flight. Stay healthy!
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Well, being out of work, I should be conserving my resources. But I decided to be wild and crazy and treat myself to something I've been coveting for a long tim:
A Kitchen Aid stand mixer!
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Oh man, I'm jealous about that one...congrats!
The KitchenAid der B and I bought shortly after moving to Rehoboth was a reconditioned model - basically, it had a scratch or something and was sent back to the shop because it wasn't perfect. Believe me, it's perfect as it is, and we got it at a great discount.
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So, elmore can see Mr. Rodney Gilfry but not Mr. BK?
I have no urge to pick a fight, but I haven't seen Mr Gilfry in two years and I've seen you since then. Also, to come to my defense, when DR FJL set the date for last night's event. I had already booked my time for both the DC trip and the McGlinnventory. When Skip called me yesterday morning, I had no idea how long I would be at the law office or how I would feel at the end of my day. I had until 2 pm to respond. Between the dust and the US post office's screwup with my mail, I was in no mood to be social with anyone. I would have loved to see everyone there, but you're not dumping guilt on my parade!
Sounds like you've also been courteous enough to know when not to dump on a celebration. Good decision (but sorry you had to miss it).
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DR S.W.W. I like your response to DR elmore.
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We are back from a lovely dinner at the University Club in downtown Cincinnati. We were just a few blocks from Great American Ballpark and heard the fireworks, which means the Reds scored a home run.
For dinner I had salmon, asparagus, and whipped potatoes, accompanied by a nice salad, rye salt stick, and Pinot Grigio. The other entree choice was filet mignon, but the ones I saw on others' plates were too rare for me. Dessert was Aglamesis raspberry sherbet/vanilla ice cream and a heavenly macaroon. The Queen City Club is right across the street from the UC and, apparently, the two institutions compete for "best macaroon."
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We are back from a lovely dinner at the University Club in downtown Cincinnati. We were just a few blocks from Great American Ballpark and heard the fireworks, which means the Reds scored a home run.
Talk about little wieners wrapped in dough................
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If my mixer were that beautiful red I might leave it on the counter, and then I might actually use it. When I got my dream mixer, years ago, I was very disappointed. It works great, however it isn't convenient. It weighs a ton & you have to turn it off & lift the beaters in order to scrape the bowl with a spatula. Looking at the photo it doesn't appear to have changed much from my model. Once hand held mixers began to get good I ended up using my big Kitchen Aid for bread dough, mashed potatoes & not much else.
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DR Ginny your dinner sounds good. I would have gone for the vanilla ice cream & macaroon, no raspberries for me. If I never have to eat, or pick, a raspberry again I will be happy.
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Proof that DH Richard is, indeed, the Randy Vicar: His performance at The Brain From Planet X!
OK, so it's one of those things where you had to be there. But it was priceless!
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I'm going to read for a little bit.
'night
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The day has finally caught up with me and I'm suddenly ver-r-r-ry sleepy.
'night!
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DR S.W.W. I like your response to DR elmore.
I do, too, Woody! Thank you.
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Can you save the music & whatever else is stored in an iPod on back up discs?
I don't know.
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Time for me to call a halt, too. Der B and I have dined on chili, and I've a stressful week coming up (the books are being audited, *bleh*), so the more rest I get now the better.
Hasta.
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Oooh, page 9 dance!
Cha Cha Cha
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My day was peculiar: I got back from seeing Rodney Gilfry to find a phone invitation from goddaughter Charlotte to see a movie. We saw OBSERVE AND REPORT with Seth Rogen and Charlotte's godmother Celia Weston as his drunken mother. A truly off-kiltre film, I liked it very much. I didn't know where it would go and it reminded me a lot of TAXI DRIVER in its theme of alienation. During the movie, Charlotte's purse was rifled through and her cell phone, iPod, and cash stolen. We spent time with the police after the film, then headed to Verizon to report the theft. Ron and dona joined us at the Verizon store. It was fun.
That's horrible! How did that happen? Had she set the purse down somewhere?
I always keep my purse on my lap, not out of fear of theft but that I will forget it or something.
VIBES SOMETHING IS FOUND!
I keep mine on my lap because god only knows what ends up on the floor of a movie theater
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I cut a big bunch of lilacs off of one of the few bushes I didn't cut down a couple weeks ago. My living room now smells wonderful!
I envy you that, Priscilla. I love lilacs and wish they grew here.
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I cut a big bunch of lilacs off of one of the few bushes I didn't cut down a couple weeks ago. My living room now smells wonderful!
I envy you that, Priscilla. I love lilacs and wish they grew here.
There are tons of them this year. I love the scent. I will say I envy you the sent of orange blossoms. It was one of my favorite things about living in Phoenix
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Better go to sleep. I have to get up early for the big Komen Race for the Cure. Night all
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Well, elmore, dear, I wasn't actually speaking of the get-together. You know, I was and am here an entire weekend.
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Why does Ghost Whisperer keep going over? At least here it was not marked in the listings. I had to go to a lot of trouble to catch the end (which i thought of skipping but i'm glad i didn't).
This week's episode was marked as lasting until 9:02 in my cable guide. I saw the entire show but the previews got snipped a tiny bit at the end.
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What a warm evening it's been. Thank goodness they had th airconditioner on at the theater. It would have been very miserable without it. It was a sold out house, so it was very close in the theater.
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Back from the show and a long night at Joe Allen. The show, which I will not dwell on in the notes, was fine - the singer got nervous and her timing was off, she forgot a lyric on her opening number and why? Because she was so busy waving and pointing at people she knew in the audience that the entire point of the number was lost and it all became amateur and silly and more about the audience than the singer. She was in good voice, but her head was not where it should have been - when she stuck to what we'd done it was fine - when she veered it was painful. At one point her head was so far not where it should have been that she jumped a number. She also drank water after every single number - a total crutch - at every run-through we've had she has not taken one drink of water, let alone fourteen. She dropped many lines, blew laughs, actually stopped in the middle of a very fast and complicated patter song to point out Jason Graae (embarrassing - the pianist literally had to stop till she could figure out how to get back on track), and on and on. Also, we placed the stool so that she would never have to move it - we lit it and all she had to do was take a step backwards and sit. So, what did she do - because her head was basically on another planet, she moved the stool - out of the light - into darkness - then she looks at me and says "am I out of the light? Where should I move the stool?" I tell her. She still is half in and half out of the light, which she was for the entire show because she didn't look at her BIG spike mark and kept standing way to the left of it. Her friends and family loved her and I'm sure she'll come away thinking she was brilliant. Hopefully, she won't be asking me for my thoughts, because if she does she'll be getting them. She's a very self-destructive performer - constant shooting herself in the foot. And all because she can't focus and concentrate and do what we rehearsed. It's a really cute and good act, and I fear she will never get it right, and after last night, I'm not going to be along for this ride anymore.
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Joe Allen was grand fun - I'll talk about THAT in the notes.
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THE FULL MONTY has always been a fun show, and this production I saw tonight had many professional things about it and some other things that clearly made it community theater. I certainly couldn't fault the casting of the pricipal males. The show's score is notoriously tricky and high, and I wondered if they could find actors talented enough to negotiate it. No problems in that regard at all.
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I was disappointed a bit in the choreography, and some of the sets were ticky-tack. But overall, it was a good community theater production.
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Since best friend John was part of the cast and I knew several others in the company, I had some folks back to the house for drinks after the show.
I made a mean batch of margaritas if I do say so myself. We had a good time laughing over the evening's performance, both the good and the not so great.
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But it's been a long day, so I need to head downstairs to bed now.
Good night!
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Here's a photograph of Miss Pat Suzuki, my very own self, and Walter Willison.