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Title: ANSWERING THE DOOR
Post by: bk on August 07, 2012, 12:06:27 AM
Well, you've read the notes, the notes answered the door, and now it is time for you to post until the answering cows come home.
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Post by: bk on August 07, 2012, 12:07:18 AM
And the word of the day is: ORIFLAMME!
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Post by: Danise on August 07, 2012, 03:13:36 AM
Good morning all!  First Post but not much to say.

Vibes to all.   Hoping that DR Elmore elevator/AC woes are taken care of TODAY.

Have a wonder filled day!
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Post by: Michael on August 07, 2012, 03:16:15 AM
Good morning to all
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Post by: Michael on August 07, 2012, 04:05:05 AM
TOD:

Jason Graae--- She/He Touched Me (Drat! The Cat)
Joan Ryan-Trust The Wind (From her Album)
A Room In Bloomsbury---London Pride
My Brother Lived in San Francisco (Elegies for Angels, Punks & Rsging Queens)
Ninas (Broadway Bound)
So Far, So Good (No Way To Treat a Lady)
Watching the Show (Broadway Bound)
The Way of The Heart (Heartbeats)
Popcorn (Little by Little)
The Lord Will Provide (The Night of the Hunter)
Who Do I Have To Blank To Get Out Of This Show? (Bus & Truck)
Getting Married/Love & Marriage (Prime Time Musicals)
You There in The Back Row (The Story Goes On)

The Mothra Song that you could morph ino Motzah Brie (which was one of the funniest things I ever heard)

A Song from The Gay 90's
Something from The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas (Might be funny to have the guys and girls do the Aggie Song)
Skin of Our Teeth (Kander/Ebb if you didn't do it)
Busker Alley (Serman Bros if you didn't do it)
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Post by: elmore3003 on August 07, 2012, 04:08:45 AM
Good morning, all! The night was cool, with all those fans going, and I slept poorly. I awake and restless and up and down too many times last night. I'm sure some of it's anxiety over the Dublin trip, some indigiestion,  and some other aggravation. Who's to know?

I have a couple of hours here to myself before I head off to see my doctor; it's nothing in particular, only a 4-month checkup. I have a list of questions and concerns for her. Following that, I'll head to Toyland for a bit,then stop at Rodgers & Hammerstein for a bit of research around 2. I hope I will come home to a working elevator. We'll see.
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Post by: FJL on August 07, 2012, 04:30:49 AM
Good morning, all! The night was cool, with all those fans going


I'm sorry you slept poorly, but you can count me among your fans as well, Larry!
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Post by: FJL on August 07, 2012, 04:31:21 AM
Elevator vibes!
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Post by: FJL on August 07, 2012, 04:34:10 AM
Mike - i shared that "This is Your Life, Alexis Smith" link with some friends and with the folks on castrecl, but I mentioned in that castrecl post that I thanked you for having being the one who spread it into our circle.  Many thanks again.  What a special find!
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Post by: elmore3003 on August 07, 2012, 04:37:41 AM
Good morning, all! The night was cool, with all those fans going


I'm sorry you slept poorly, but you can count me among your fans as well, Larry!

LOL!
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Post by: Kerry on August 07, 2012, 05:20:35 AM
It's Tuesday.  And I'm glad.
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Post by: Jrand73 on August 07, 2012, 05:34:27 AM
Tuesday.  Last night's rehearsal was very good......maybe I like some of this show after all.

Today, my sister Molly and I are going to Value World, a BIG thrift store in Indianapolis - where we haven't been for six years.  And we have coupons for 50% off our entire purchase!
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Post by: Jrand73 on August 07, 2012, 05:35:28 AM
Topic of the day....

HMMMMMMMMMMM......I don't know all of the songs that have already been included in the Kritzerland Shows, but I would say:


Chinese Food In Bed
New Words

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Post by: ChasSmith on August 07, 2012, 05:55:20 AM
Good morning.  A few more cups of coffee, please.

It's Tuesday.  I think we can all agree on that.  Vibes to all it's a good one.
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Post by: Ben on August 07, 2012, 05:57:27 AM
Marvin Hamlisch (http://www.thewrap.com/movies/column-post/marvin-hamlisch-oscar-winning-composer-dies-68-50971)

has passed away after a brief illness.
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Post by: Charles Pogue on August 07, 2012, 06:27:57 AM
TOD:

Evening Star
I Glad To See You Got What You Want
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Post by: Charles Pogue on August 07, 2012, 06:29:19 AM
Marvin Hamlisch (http://www.thewrap.com/movies/column-post/marvin-hamlisch-oscar-winning-composer-dies-68-50971)

has passed away after a brief illness.

Oh dear, this is sad news.  I knew Marvin's wife, Terre, and through her got to know Marvin slightly.  We would exchange Christmas cards every year for a while.
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Post by: John G. on August 07, 2012, 06:36:21 AM
Marvin Hamlisch (http://www.thewrap.com/movies/column-post/marvin-hamlisch-oscar-winning-composer-dies-68-50971)

has passed away after a brief illness.

Oh dear, this is sad news.  I knew Marvin's wife, Terre, and through her got to know Marvin slightly.  We would exchange Christmas cards every year for a while.
That is sad news. I wonder what it will mean for "The Nutty Professor."
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Post by: FJL on August 07, 2012, 07:00:58 AM
Tuesday.  Last night's rehearsal was very good......maybe I like some of this show after all.




Jrand - My dad seems to feel it's always helpful to be pessimistic. 

That way, if all goes wrong, you can say I told you so.

And if all goes right, you can say I am so happy that I was proven wrong and that WE all pulled through and did a great job.

It's win-win.  And my dad is over 90 and still sharp as a tack.

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Post by: FJL on August 07, 2012, 07:03:17 AM
Loved so much of Marvin Hamlisch's work as well.
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Post by: John G. on August 07, 2012, 07:05:18 AM
Just downloaded "They're Playing Our Song" Sunday night.

"Fallin'" would be one song to include.
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Post by: Ginny on August 07, 2012, 07:07:48 AM
Tuesday morning greetings!  Lunch with the grantwriters today - it was at their August meeting 2 years ago that I had my heart attack.  I will try not to do an encore.
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Post by: Ginny on August 07, 2012, 07:08:32 AM
Sad to hear about Marvin Hamlisch - too young...
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Post by: Ron Pulliam on August 07, 2012, 07:24:26 AM
Marvin Hamlisch (http://www.thewrap.com/movies/column-post/marvin-hamlisch-oscar-winning-composer-dies-68-50971)

has passed away after a brief illness.

Obituary (http://www.thewrap.com/movies/column-post/marvin-hamlisch-oscar-winning-composer-dies-68-50971)
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Post by: ArnoldMBrockman on August 07, 2012, 07:26:07 AM
And the word of the day is: ORIFLAMME!

And The Song Of The Day Is: THE STARS AND STRIPES FOREVER
Title: Re: ANSWERING THE DOOR
Post by: Druxy on August 07, 2012, 07:27:21 AM
Mike - i shared that "This is Your Life, Alexis Smith" link with some friends and with the folks on castrecl, but I mentioned in that castrecl post that I thanked you for having being the one who spread it into our circle.  Many thanks again.  What a special find!

I also enjoyed it.
Title: Re: ANSWERING THE DOOR
Post by: Druxy on August 07, 2012, 07:28:27 AM
Marvin Hamlisch (http://www.thewrap.com/movies/column-post/marvin-hamlisch-oscar-winning-composer-dies-68-50971)

has passed away after a brief illness.

Obituary (http://www.thewrap.com/movies/column-post/marvin-hamlisch-oscar-winning-composer-dies-68-50971)

 :'(
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Post by: Laura on August 07, 2012, 07:38:24 AM
It's Tuesday. 

It certainly is.
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Post by: Ginny on August 07, 2012, 07:45:01 AM
Off to Dayton - bye for now!
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Post by: ChasSmith on August 07, 2012, 07:48:39 AM
The Marvin Hamlisch news is a shocker.  That's way too young.
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Post by: John G. on August 07, 2012, 08:09:07 AM
Two!
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Post by: JoseSPiano on August 07, 2012, 08:28:30 AM
Rest In Peace, Marvin Hamlisch.

A Chorus Line is one of the three shows, scores that grabbed me early on and made me want to pursue a career in musical theatre. Not only do I love listening to A Chorus Line, but I love playing it, and I've been fortunate to work on some wonderful productions of the show with members of the original company. Thank You, Marvin.
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Post by: JoseSPiano on August 07, 2012, 08:29:19 AM
Good Morning!

I'm up, I'm up... And now I have to pull myself together for my first rehearsal this morning.

A-5-6-7-8...



Laters...
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Post by: elmore3003 on August 07, 2012, 09:05:26 AM
Greetings from Toyland! I had a lovely visit with Dr Miller.

Time for lunch.
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Post by: Jane on August 07, 2012, 09:08:59 AM
Good morning.  We had no phone or internet service yesterday.  Thieves stole part of the cable again, this time practically in the back yard of our friend's down the road.  The 100' of cable is worth about $50 on the street and cost Century Link around $10,000 to repair.
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Post by: Jane on August 07, 2012, 09:19:19 AM
From DR Vixmom:
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Vixdad is intending on bringing all sorts of electronic devices - cameras, computers, ipods, minature helicopters ... I suggested he should go to the airport now and perhaps he would be through  by next Saturday

 ;D
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Post by: Jrand73 on August 07, 2012, 09:22:56 AM
And of course Mr Hamlisch was the pianist in the New York rehearsal scene in Valley of the Dolls.
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Post by: Jane on August 07, 2012, 09:29:22 AM
DR td,
(https://encrypted-tbn3.google.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcRniRg-HLzjN2mC0-4X8Fu6D_imh5C7w4u3n95ugSCilhGx31qxtQ)
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Post by: Jane on August 07, 2012, 09:31:18 AM
DR elmore, Keith & I loved VICAR OF DIBLEY.
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Post by: Jane on August 07, 2012, 09:39:30 AM
From DR Cilla:
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I am about to dance in the street!   As soon as Edith gets done addressing the envelope and I get to the post office, our last major project that was delayed due to my accident will be in the mail and out of the office.   Nothing was late and no one's case was hurt in any way.  It was a pain in the butt to catch up, but we have.  Lots of work and lots of cases still to work on, but that cloud and the stress of knowing these things were out there is gone.  Tra la tra la!!!

Congratulations!
Title: Re: ANSWERING THE DOOR
Post by: John G. on August 07, 2012, 09:42:43 AM
And of course Mr Hamlisch was the pianist in the New York rehearsal scene in Valley of the Dolls.
Funny, but none of the obits I've read so far has mentioned that nugget of information. (And Richard Dreyfuss is a bellboy or something odd in a uniform paging Keely.)

Judith Crist has died. I met her a few times more than 25 years ago, including once a riverboat cruise on the Hudson. Nice woman. I always enjoyed her reviews. She wasn't Pauline Kael, but she was herself.
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Post by: Jane on August 07, 2012, 09:44:53 AM
Cilla I agree THE BOOK THIEF doesn't seem like a YA book, which is what the author's YA publisher in Australia thought when he/she took the book to the adult division for them to publish.
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Post by: Jane on August 07, 2012, 09:47:38 AM
DR John G, "It didn't seem like YA to me, either. But I loved it. It moved me to tears several times, although that could be my mother's history, which played a big part of what I brought to the reading. Her grandparents on her mother's side died in concentration camps for trying to help Jews escape on the trains, for which my great-grandfather worked."

This gave me chills.  Wow!  You must be very proud to have such brave grandparents.
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Post by: TCB on August 07, 2012, 09:51:05 AM
How did I not know that there was a remake of ICE CASTLES?
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Post by: Jane on August 07, 2012, 09:51:12 AM
DR elmore I had also guessed the leak several months ago.
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Post by: TCB on August 07, 2012, 09:52:17 AM
How did I not know that there was a remake of ICE CASTLES?

With a semi-lookalike to Robby Benson.
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Post by: bk on August 07, 2012, 09:53:41 AM
Sorry to hear about Mr. Hamlisch - he was a very sweet man. 
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Post by: bk on August 07, 2012, 09:54:12 AM
Sorry to hear about Judith Crist - her Nudie Musical review turned everything around for us and completely legitimized the film.
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Post by: bk on August 07, 2012, 09:54:36 AM
I've been up since nine answering an amazing number of e-mails.  I have to get ready for this interview thing.
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Post by: John G. on August 07, 2012, 09:55:36 AM
DR John G, "It didn't seem like YA to me, either. But I loved it. It moved me to tears several times, although that could be my mother's history, which played a big part of what I brought to the reading. Her grandparents on her mother's side died in concentration camps for trying to help Jews escape on the trains, for which my great-grandfather worked."

This gave me chills.  Wow!  You must be very proud to have such brave grandparents.
They set an example to live up to.
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Post by: Jrand73 on August 07, 2012, 09:55:36 AM
Yes Mr Dreyfuss was in VOD as the stage manager of Love Me, Darling who is sent to retrieve NEELY from her dressing room....
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Post by: Jrand73 on August 07, 2012, 09:56:03 AM
Ms Crist's film reviews in the TV Guide were always a highlight of my week.
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Post by: John G. on August 07, 2012, 09:57:24 AM
Cilla I agree THE BOOK THIEF doesn't seem like a YA book, which is what the author's YA publisher in Australia thought when he/she took the book to the adult division for them to publish.
Yet my 13-year-old nephew was assigned the book in middle school or junior high or whatever they're calling it. It was his recommendation, by way of my sister, that got me to read it. And my mom, too, though I haven't remembered to ask her what she thought of it.
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Post by: John G. on August 07, 2012, 09:57:49 AM
Yes Mr Dreyfuss was in VOD as the stage manager of Love Me, Darling who is sent to retrieve NEELY from her dressing room....
Neely, Keely. I'm off my dolls.  ;D
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Post by: Jane on August 07, 2012, 09:57:51 AM
Tuesday.  Last night's rehearsal was very good......maybe I like some of this show after all.




Jrand - My dad seems to feel it's always helpful to be pessimistic. 

That way, if all goes wrong, you can say I told you so.

And if all goes right, you can say I am so happy that I was proven wrong and that WE all pulled through and did a great job.

It's win-win.  And my dad is over 90 and still sharp as a tack.



;D
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Post by: Matthew on August 07, 2012, 09:58:30 AM
Hi from Munchen.  Walked a lot today.  Have not drank enough beer today, must get on that right away!!!
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Post by: Jane on August 07, 2012, 09:59:18 AM
Marvin Hamlisch (http://www.thewrap.com/movies/column-post/marvin-hamlisch-oscar-winning-composer-dies-68-50971)

has passed away after a brief illness.

I read the sad headline on the news this morning.  Thank you for the link.
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Post by: Jane on August 07, 2012, 09:59:37 AM
Loved so much of Marvin Hamlisch's work as well.

So do I.
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Post by: Doug R on August 07, 2012, 09:59:45 AM
Good morning.  We had no phone or internet service yesterday.  Thieves stole part of the cable again, this time practically in the back yard of our friend's down the road.  The 100' of cable is worth about $50 on the street and cost Century Link around $10,000 to repair.

Cable theft is a major problem in the UK as well, especially from railway lines, which causes massive disruption to train services.
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Post by: Jane on August 07, 2012, 10:00:03 AM
Tuesday morning greetings!  Lunch with the grantwriters today - it was at their August meeting 2 years ago that I had my heart attack.  I will try not to do an encore.

No encores PLEASE!!!
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Post by: ChasSmith on August 07, 2012, 10:01:14 AM
THREE (3).
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Post by: Dan (the Man) on August 07, 2012, 10:01:30 AM
Wow--this is the first I heard of Judit Crist.  But I haven't been on-line for the most of the morning.
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Post by: John G. on August 07, 2012, 10:02:14 AM
Tuesday morning greetings!  Lunch with the grantwriters today - it was at their August meeting 2 years ago that I had my heart attack.  I will try not to do an encore.

No encores PLEASE!!!
No. No encores. Dr.'s and DR's orders.
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Post by: TCB on August 07, 2012, 10:03:10 AM
Good morning all!  First Post but not much to say.

Vibes to all.   Hoping that DR Elmore elevator/AC woes are taken care of TODAY.

Have a wonder filled day!

Isn't it wonderful to have Danise back on a regular posting basis!
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Post by: Jane on August 07, 2012, 10:03:23 AM
And of course Mr Hamlisch was the pianist in the New York rehearsal scene in Valley of the Dolls.
Funny, but none of the obits I've read so far has mentioned that nugget of information. (And Richard Dreyfuss is a bellboy or something odd in a uniform paging Keely.)

Judith Crist has died. I met her a few times more than 25 years ago, including once a riverboat cruise on the Hudson. Nice woman. I always enjoyed her reviews. She wasn't Pauline Kael, but she was herself.

I still miss her reviews.  I wish I had been on that cruise with you.
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Post by: Jane on August 07, 2012, 10:04:03 AM
DR John G, "It didn't seem like YA to me, either. But I loved it. It moved me to tears several times, although that could be my mother's history, which played a big part of what I brought to the reading. Her grandparents on her mother's side died in concentration camps for trying to help Jews escape on the trains, for which my great-grandfather worked."

This gave me chills.  Wow!  You must be very proud to have such brave grandparents.
They set an example to live up to.

:)
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Post by: TCB on August 07, 2012, 10:04:22 AM
Tuesday morning greetings!  Lunch with the grantwriters today - it was at their August meeting 2 years ago that I had my heart attack.  I will try not to do an encore.

It doesn't seem possible that it has been two years, Ginny.  Of course, I have been in this stupid chair for over a year.
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Post by: Jane on August 07, 2012, 10:04:59 AM
Hi from Munchen.  Walked a lot today.  Have not drank enough beer today, must get on that right away!!!

:)
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Post by: Jane on August 07, 2012, 10:05:28 AM
Good morning all!  First Post but not much to say.

Vibes to all.   Hoping that DR Elmore elevator/AC woes are taken care of TODAY.

Have a wonder filled day!

Isn't it wonderful to have Danise back on a regular posting basis!

Yes.
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Post by: Jane on August 07, 2012, 10:08:09 AM
From DR Vixmom:
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thank you all for your advice -- I do not wear belts  and I usually try to wear a dress and sandals when I fly - 

I tend to be cold on flights & prefer pants & socks.  Those sandals should be sturdy & secure.  I know people fly in flip flops all the time, however for safety reasons secure shoes are recommended. 
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Post by: ChasSmith on August 07, 2012, 10:08:29 AM
I don't remember knowing that about Hamlisch or Dreyfuss in DOLLS.  Time anyway for a re-watch.
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Post by: Dan (the Man) on August 07, 2012, 10:09:21 AM
Good morning.  We had no phone or internet service yesterday.  Thieves stole part of the cable again, this time practically in the back yard of our friend's down the road.  The 100' of cable is worth about $50 on the street and cost Century Link around $10,000 to repair.

Cable theft is a major problem in the UK as well, especially from railway lines, which causes massive disruption to train services.

About two months ago, the local authorities caught a husband and wife team red-handed as they were ripping away copper cabling from a train station on the line I ride to work every day.  If fact, they were ready to go to work on the overhead cantilever wiring, which would have shut down the train line for days.

NASA had better keep a vigilent eye on that 1909 penny that's aboard the Curiosity Mars rover...
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Post by: Jrand73 on August 07, 2012, 10:11:23 AM
Mr Hamlisch is only in one shot, so look quickly.
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Post by: ChasSmith on August 07, 2012, 10:14:09 AM
I know Arnie Gross who was the rehearsal pianist in the NY-to-LA scene in ALL THAT JAZZ.  He got a few decent shots, as I recall.

Now I'm wondering what other movies have rehearsal pianist moments worth checking out...
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Post by: John G. on August 07, 2012, 10:25:16 AM
And of course Mr Hamlisch was the pianist in the New York rehearsal scene in Valley of the Dolls.
Funny, but none of the obits I've read so far has mentioned that nugget of information. (And Richard Dreyfuss is a bellboy or something odd in a uniform paging Keely.)

Judith Crist has died. I met her a few times more than 25 years ago, including once a riverboat cruise on the Hudson. Nice woman. I always enjoyed her reviews. She wasn't Pauline Kael, but she was herself.

I still miss her reviews.  I wish I had been on that cruise with you.
It was a great evening. Just a few hours on the Hudson River on a Saturday night. Maxine Sullivan and two other local singers whose names have flown out of my head staged what was called "Last of the Red-Hot Mamas." They sang to a local backup band and you watched the sunset with wine, talked and just enjoyed life. They did it twice, before Sullivan's death. It drew people from all over the region, including Crist. It was a nice fundraiser for our arts council.
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Post by: bk on August 07, 2012, 10:25:33 AM
Awaiting helper, then interviewer - must shower as soon as helper has gone.
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Post by: Jane on August 07, 2012, 10:56:01 AM
Good morning.  We had no phone or internet service yesterday.  Thieves stole part of the cable again, this time practically in the back yard of our friend's down the road.  The 100' of cable is worth about $50 on the street and cost Century Link around $10,000 to repair.

Cable theft is a major problem in the UK as well, especially from railway lines, which causes massive disruption to train services.

About two months ago, the local authorities caught a husband and wife team red-handed as they were ripping away copper cabling from a train station on the line I ride to work every day.  If fact, they were ready to go to work on the overhead cantilever wiring, which would have shut down the train line for days.

NASA had better keep a vigilent eye on that 1909 penny that's aboard the Curiosity Mars rover...

I'm glad the culprit's were caught.  Did they say what they were going to do with he copper?

:)
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Post by: Jane on August 07, 2012, 10:56:49 AM
And of course Mr Hamlisch was the pianist in the New York rehearsal scene in Valley of the Dolls.
Funny, but none of the obits I've read so far has mentioned that nugget of information. (And Richard Dreyfuss is a bellboy or something odd in a uniform paging Keely.)

Judith Crist has died. I met her a few times more than 25 years ago, including once a riverboat cruise on the Hudson. Nice woman. I always enjoyed her reviews. She wasn't Pauline Kael, but she was herself.

I still miss her reviews.  I wish I had been on that cruise with you.
It was a great evening. Just a few hours on the Hudson River on a Saturday night. Maxine Sullivan and two other local singers whose names have flown out of my head staged what was called "Last of the Red-Hot Mamas." They sang to a local backup band and you watched the sunset with wine, talked and just enjoyed life. They did it twice, before Sullivan's death. It drew people from all over the region, including Crist. It was a nice fundraiser for our arts council.

Sounds very nice.
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Post by: Jane on August 07, 2012, 11:00:53 AM
As much as I dislike Century Link I feel bad for them, and for us, that thieves keep steeling cable.  Fingerprints might have been left behind this time.  If so I hope they lead to the person who did this.
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Post by: elmore3003 on August 07, 2012, 12:27:42 PM
Well, I have found what I wanted to examine at Rodgers & Hammerstein, I turned down MC'ing a concert at the Library of Congress on December 3, I am home, and I cancelled tomorrow's visit from the AC repair men. There is still no sign of any work on the goddamned elevator.

I did send my rental agent an email. Again.
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Post by: Cillaliz on August 07, 2012, 01:08:18 PM
DR John G, "It didn't seem like YA to me, either. But I loved it. It moved me to tears several times, although that could be my mother's history, which played a big part of what I brought to the reading. Her grandparents on her mother's side died in concentration camps for trying to help Jews escape on the trains, for which my great-grandfather worked."

This gave me chills.  Wow!  You must be very proud to have such brave grandparents.

I agree with what Jane said. I meant to comment yesterday but got distracted and didn't get back to it.  You come from a very brave family. 
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Post by: Cillaliz on August 07, 2012, 01:08:50 PM
DR elmore I had also guessed the leak several months ago.

Me too- well didn't know the details, but guessed the person
Title: Re: ANSWERING THE DOOR
Post by: Cillaliz on August 07, 2012, 01:11:01 PM
I was shocked to hear about Marvin Hamlisch.  I knew he had been sick and wasn't in Nashville for the previews of Nutty Prof but didn't have any idea it was this serious. 
Title: Re: ANSWERING THE DOOR
Post by: bk on August 07, 2012, 01:14:57 PM
Interview was fun.  Also had a nice e-mail from the daughter of Dorothy Collins asking if she could get a Follies CD.  Of course we're sending it to her immediately.
Title: Re: ANSWERING THE DOOR
Post by: Jrand73 on August 07, 2012, 01:17:58 PM
Interview was fun.  Also had a nice e-mail from the daughter of Dorothy Collins asking if she could get a Follies CD.  Of course we're sending it to her immediately.

How nice!
Title: Re: ANSWERING THE DOOR
Post by: Jrand73 on August 07, 2012, 01:18:22 PM
Off to Family Night Dress Rehearsal of THOROUGHLY MODERN MILLIE
Title: Re: ANSWERING THE DOOR
Post by: Ginny on August 07, 2012, 01:31:22 PM
Tuesday morning greetings!  Lunch with the grantwriters today - it was at their August meeting 2 years ago that I had my heart attack.  I will try not to do an encore.

No encores PLEASE!!!
No. No encores. Dr.'s and DR's orders.

No encore today!  I did 5 errands on the way home and arrived in time to put a chicken in the oven for our dinner.
Title: Re: ANSWERING THE DOOR
Post by: Ginny on August 07, 2012, 01:33:27 PM
Tuesday morning greetings!  Lunch with the grantwriters today - it was at their August meeting 2 years ago that I had my heart attack.  I will try not to do an encore.

It doesn't seem possible that it has been two years, Ginny.  Of course, I have been in this stupid chair for over a year.

Well, DR TCB, Mary Engelbreit says "Time flies whether you're having fun or not."  Hang in there!
Title: Re: ANSWERING THE DOOR
Post by: Ginny on August 07, 2012, 01:38:46 PM
DR Cillaliz, here's a Groupon I received today for the Hotel Wales (http://www.groupon.com/deals/ga-hotel-wales?utm_medium=email&utm_source=channel_getaways-deals&sid=11231530&user=5a563bad1c34688569776e71a6a13831e01ab6e77f1de62f061fdcf71e7cc700&utm_campaign=11231530&s=body&d=ga-hotel-wales&p=2&c=deal_button).  Of course, since it's on the Upper East Side, DR Elmore probably won't visit you there  ;)

NYC is beautiful all decked out for Christmas.  Richard and I were there from Dec. 25, 1982 to Jan. 1, 1983, and had a fabulous time.  That's when we saw 8 shows in 6 days, including SNOOPY! with DR Elmore.
Title: Re: ANSWERING THE DOOR
Post by: George on August 07, 2012, 01:40:26 PM
Marvin Hamlisch (http://www.thewrap.com/movies/column-post/marvin-hamlisch-oscar-winning-composer-dies-68-50971)

has passed away after a brief illness.

 :'( That's a shock!
Title: Re: ANSWERING THE DOOR
Post by: ChasSmith on August 07, 2012, 01:43:20 PM
That's a shock!

So is...   PAGE 4.
Title: Re: ANSWERING THE DOOR
Post by: Ginny on August 07, 2012, 01:43:53 PM
What I remember about Judith Crist is her reviewing gig on The Today Show - RIP.
Title: Re: ANSWERING THE DOOR
Post by: TCB on August 07, 2012, 01:44:04 PM
DR Cillaliz, here's a Groupon I received today for the Hotel Wales (http://www.groupon.com/deals/ga-hotel-wales?utm_medium=email&utm_source=channel_getaways-deals&sid=11231530&user=5a563bad1c34688569776e71a6a13831e01ab6e77f1de62f061fdcf71e7cc700&utm_campaign=11231530&s=body&d=ga-hotel-wales&p=2&c=deal_button).  Of course, since it's on the Upper East Side, DR Elmore probably won't visit you there  ;)

NYC is beautiful all decked out for Christmas.  Richard and I were there from Dec. 25, 1982 to Jan. 1, 1983, and had a fabulous time.  That's when we saw 8 shows in 6 days, including SNOOPY! with DR Elmore.



I didn't know that DR elmore was in SNOOPY.
Title: Re: ANSWERING THE DOOR
Post by: TCB on August 07, 2012, 01:46:54 PM
My NEW Notebook computer has now been charging for 20 hours.  All the little lights on the keyboard come on, I can hear the fan kick in, but the screen remains dark.  I have, also, performed a Hard Reset as suggested by my HP friend, Abhijit.
Title: Re: ANSWERING THE DOOR
Post by: Ginny on August 07, 2012, 01:56:36 PM
DR Cillaliz, here's a Groupon I received today for the Hotel Wales (http://www.groupon.com/deals/ga-hotel-wales?utm_medium=email&utm_source=channel_getaways-deals&sid=11231530&user=5a563bad1c34688569776e71a6a13831e01ab6e77f1de62f061fdcf71e7cc700&utm_campaign=11231530&s=body&d=ga-hotel-wales&p=2&c=deal_button).  Of course, since it's on the Upper East Side, DR Elmore probably won't visit you there  ;)

NYC is beautiful all decked out for Christmas.  Richard and I were there from Dec. 25, 1982 to Jan. 1, 1983, and had a fabulous time.  That's when we saw 8 shows in 6 days, including SNOOPY! with DR Elmore.



I didn't know that DR elmore was in SNOOPY.

LOL!  He was in the audience with us, of course.  I remember that we went to Barrymore's for dinner before the show and back there for dessert afterwards.
Title: Re: ANSWERING THE DOOR
Post by: TCB on August 07, 2012, 01:57:51 PM
My Weather Bug tells me that it is currently 65 degrees in Tacoma.  Although two weeks ago I would have bitched that it didn't seem much like summer; the two 96 degree days have convinced me to keep my mouth shut!
Title: Re: ANSWERING THE DOOR
Post by: George on August 07, 2012, 01:58:58 PM
Interview was fun.  Also had a nice e-mail from the daughter of Dorothy Collins asking if she could get a Follies CD.  Of course we're sending it to her immediately.

That's great, BK!
Title: Re: ANSWERING THE DOOR
Post by: Jane on August 07, 2012, 02:03:02 PM
DR elmore I had also guessed the leak several months ago.

Me too- well didn't know the details, but guessed the person

I can't say when my thoughts on this were confirmed without giving too much away. 
Title: Re: ANSWERING THE DOOR
Post by: George on August 07, 2012, 02:03:16 PM
Off to Family Night Dress Rehearsal of THOROUGHLY MODERN MILLIE

Dress rehearsal already??  It seems like MILLIE auditions were just last week!
Title: Re: ANSWERING THE DOOR
Post by: TCB on August 07, 2012, 02:03:23 PM
I have the Olympic volleyball game playing in the background, while I wait to hear back from Abhijit.  However, I finally had to turn around and check out the game when I kept hearing the announcer saying that the Americans were ahead of the Dominicans.  I had to check to make sure they weren't playing an Order of nuns.
Title: Re: ANSWERING THE DOOR
Post by: Jane on August 07, 2012, 02:03:38 PM
Tuesday morning greetings!  Lunch with the grantwriters today - it was at their August meeting 2 years ago that I had my heart attack.  I will try not to do an encore.

No encores PLEASE!!!
No. No encores. Dr.'s and DR's orders.

No encore today! 

 :D
Title: Re: ANSWERING THE DOOR
Post by: TCB on August 07, 2012, 02:04:36 PM
Off to Family Night Dress Rehearsal of THOROUGHLY MODERN MILLIE

Dress rehearsal already??  It seems like MILLIE auditions were just last week!

That was auditions for SEE HOW THEY RUN.  MILLIE has had, at least, two weeks of rehearsals.
Title: Re: ANSWERING THE DOOR
Post by: Jane on August 07, 2012, 02:06:35 PM
Craig is out for a late goodbye lunch with a friend.  I suppose when he returns he will attempt to load up his car.  He thought he might rent one of these for the trip but it didn't happen.
(https://encrypted-tbn0.google.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcQO5tgn4_cBIswiZOU9iEkKFff5h4xfVZWMIlsgLzTDKdFTXyOE)
Title: Re: ANSWERING THE DOOR
Post by: TCB on August 07, 2012, 02:06:40 PM
I feel very sorry for the coach of the American Volleyball Team.  Although he continually refuses to talk about the murder of his in-laws four years ago; NBC just won't leave the subject alone.
Title: Re: ANSWERING THE DOOR
Post by: TCB on August 07, 2012, 02:07:31 PM
Craig is out for a late goodbye lunch with a friend.  I suppose when he returns he will attempt to load up his car.  He thought he might rent one of these for the trip but it didn't happen.
(https://encrypted-tbn0.google.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcQO5tgn4_cBIswiZOU9iEkKFff5h4xfVZWMIlsgLzTDKdFTXyOE)


I have never seen one like that before.
Title: Re: ANSWERING THE DOOR
Post by: Jane on August 07, 2012, 02:10:19 PM
After carting so much across the country & paying for storage most of it will be left here or given away.  We have had a beautiful roll top desk in our garage for almost 14 years.  It too will be given away.  The local Hospice store have have first option on everything.  Goodwill will get the rest.

What he is keeping & won't fit in his SUV, after the pets, their supplies, and a few clothes for Craig, we will mail to him or save here.

What a pain moving is.
Title: Re: ANSWERING THE DOOR
Post by: Jane on August 07, 2012, 02:11:10 PM
Craig is out for a late goodbye lunch with a friend.  I suppose when he returns he will attempt to load up his car.  He thought he might rent one of these for the trip but it didn't happen.


I have never seen one like that before.

 ;D  I think it is kind of cool.  Apparently it isn't easy to find either, at least not in small towns.
Title: Re: ANSWERING THE DOOR
Post by: Jane on August 07, 2012, 02:11:44 PM
I feel very sorry for the coach of the American Volleyball Team.  Although he continually refuses to talk about the murder of his in-laws four years ago; NBC just won't leave the subject alone.

The news can be so obnoxious.  WHY would he want to talk about that!
Title: Re: ANSWERING THE DOOR
Post by: John G. on August 07, 2012, 02:12:54 PM
Interview was fun.  Also had a nice e-mail from the daughter of Dorothy Collins asking if she could get a Follies CD.  Of course we're sending it to her immediately.
That's great. What a great gift to give her daughter.
Title: Re: ANSWERING THE DOOR
Post by: TCB on August 07, 2012, 02:15:35 PM
After carting so much across the country & paying for storage most of it will be left here or given away.  We have had a beautiful roll top desk in our garage for almost 14 years.  It too will be given away.  The local Hospice store have have first option on everything.  Goodwill will get the rest.

What he is keeping & won't fit in his SUV, after the pets, their supplies, and a few clothes for Craig, we will mail to him or save here.

What a pain moving is.

A roll top desk!  I am heartsick.
Title: Re: ANSWERING THE DOOR
Post by: John G. on August 07, 2012, 02:15:59 PM
Tuesday morning greetings!  Lunch with the grantwriters today - it was at their August meeting 2 years ago that I had my heart attack.  I will try not to do an encore.

No encores PLEASE!!!
No. No encores. Dr.'s and DR's orders.
Roast chicken? One of my absolute favorites. Ran two great and very different recipes this week on how to make roast chicken with skin that practically crackles with goodness.
No encore today!  I did 5 errands on the way home and arrived in time to put a chicken in the oven for our dinner.
Title: Re: ANSWERING THE DOOR
Post by: Jane on August 07, 2012, 02:16:08 PM
I wish someone were taking the trip with Craig.  With this heat he can't leave the pets in the car during the days.  He figures he will be driving about 10 hours a day without stops.
Title: Re: ANSWERING THE DOOR
Post by: Jane on August 07, 2012, 02:16:54 PM
After carting so much across the country & paying for storage most of it will be left here or given away.  We have had a beautiful roll top desk in our garage for almost 14 years.  It too will be given away.  The local Hospice store have have first option on everything.  Goodwill will get the rest.

What he is keeping & won't fit in his SUV, after the pets, their supplies, and a few clothes for Craig, we will mail to him or save here.

What a pain moving is.

A roll top desk!  I am heartsick.

So am I.  We never could find a place for it here & Craig has always wanted it.
Title: Re: ANSWERING THE DOOR
Post by: TCB on August 07, 2012, 02:18:11 PM
Tuesday morning greetings!  Lunch with the grantwriters today - it was at their August meeting 2 years ago that I had my heart attack.  I will try not to do an encore.

No encores PLEASE!!!
No. No encores. Dr.'s and DR's orders.

No encore today!  I did 5 errands on the way home and arrived in time to put a chicken in the oven for our dinner.

Roast chicken? One of my absolute favorites. Ran two great and very different recipes this week on how to make roast chicken with skin that practically crackles with goodness.

John is your new book only available at your local Costco?
Title: Re: ANSWERING THE DOOR
Post by: TCB on August 07, 2012, 02:19:47 PM
I wish someone were taking the trip with Craig.  With this heat he can't leave the pets in the car during the days.  He figures he will be driving about 10 hours a day without stops.

Will Craig be staying in motels at night?  Or is he sleeping in the car?
Title: Re: ANSWERING THE DOOR
Post by: George on August 07, 2012, 02:28:26 PM
Off to Family Night Dress Rehearsal of THOROUGHLY MODERN MILLIE

Dress rehearsal already??  It seems like MILLIE auditions were just last week!

That was auditions for SEE HOW THEY RUN.  MILLIE has had, at least, two weeks of rehearsals.

Wow...they sure do get through a lot of shows!
Title: Re: ANSWERING THE DOOR
Post by: George on August 07, 2012, 02:33:28 PM
Craig is out for a late goodbye lunch with a friend.  I suppose when he returns he will attempt to load up his car.  He thought he might rent one of these for the trip but it didn't happen.
(https://encrypted-tbn0.google.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcQO5tgn4_cBIswiZOU9iEkKFff5h4xfVZWMIlsgLzTDKdFTXyOE)

At first, I thought you wrote that he was going to rent a car.  It took me a while to realize that that wasn't a picture of the car that I thought that he was going to rent. :D
Title: Re: ANSWERING THE DOOR
Post by: George on August 07, 2012, 02:33:47 PM
My NEW Notebook computer has now been charging for 20 hours.  All the little lights on the keyboard come on, I can hear the fan kick in, but the screen remains dark.  I have, also, performed a Hard Reset as suggested by my HP friend, Abhijit.

I charged mine overnight and after only 12 minutes of use, I have 78% battery power left.

That doesn't sound like a lot of available battery time, does it??
Title: Re: ANSWERING THE DOOR
Post by: JoseSPiano on August 07, 2012, 02:36:09 PM
Good Afternoon!

So far, so good.

Laters...
Title: Re: ANSWERING THE DOOR
Post by: JoseSPiano on August 07, 2012, 02:36:26 PM
Btw, I am soooooooo in love with this weather!!!!!
Title: Re: ANSWERING THE DOOR
Post by: elmore3003 on August 07, 2012, 02:42:50 PM
Tuesday morning greetings!  Lunch with the grantwriters today - it was at their August meeting 2 years ago that I had my heart attack.  I will try not to do an encore.

No encores PLEASE!!!
No. No encores. Dr.'s and DR's orders.

No encore today!  I did 5 errands on the way home and arrived in time to put a chicken in the oven for our dinner.

Roast chicken? One of my absolute favorites. Ran two great and very different recipes this week on how to make roast chicken with skin that practically crackles with goodness.

John is your new book only available at your local Costco?

I bought my copy on Amazon.
Title: Re: ANSWERING THE DOOR
Post by: TCB on August 07, 2012, 02:42:55 PM
Page five!
Title: Re: ANSWERING THE DOOR
Post by: TCB on August 07, 2012, 02:43:42 PM
Tuesday morning greetings!  Lunch with the grantwriters today - it was at their August meeting 2 years ago that I had my heart attack.  I will try not to do an encore.

No encores PLEASE!!!
No. No encores. Dr.'s and DR's orders.

No encore today!  I did 5 errands on the way home and arrived in time to put a chicken in the oven for our dinner.

Roast chicken? One of my absolute favorites. Ran two great and very different recipes this week on how to make roast chicken with skin that practically crackles with goodness.

John is your new book only available at your local Costco?

I bought my copy on Amazon.

Oh cool!  What is the actual title? 
Title: Re: ANSWERING THE DOOR
Post by: elmore3003 on August 07, 2012, 02:43:59 PM
!!!!! 5 !!!!!
Title: Re: ANSWERING THE DOOR
Post by: elmore3003 on August 07, 2012, 02:45:32 PM
Tuesday morning greetings!  Lunch with the grantwriters today - it was at their August meeting 2 years ago that I had my heart attack.  I will try not to do an encore.

No encores PLEASE!!!
No. No encores. Dr.'s and DR's orders.

No encore today!  I did 5 errands on the way home and arrived in time to put a chicken in the oven for our dinner.

Roast chicken? One of my absolute favorites. Ran two great and very different recipes this week on how to make roast chicken with skin that practically crackles with goodness.

John is your new book only available at your local Costco?

I bought my copy on Amazon.

Oh cool!  What is the actual title? 

FOOD LOVERS GUIDE TO SAN ANTONIO
Title: Re: ANSWERING THE DOOR
Post by: TCB on August 07, 2012, 02:50:59 PM
Tuesday morning greetings!  Lunch with the grantwriters today - it was at their August meeting 2 years ago that I had my heart attack.  I will try not to do an encore.

No encores PLEASE!!!
No. No encores. Dr.'s and DR's orders.

No encore today!  I did 5 errands on the way home and arrived in time to put a chicken in the oven for our dinner.

Roast chicken? One of my absolute favorites. Ran two great and very different recipes this week on how to make roast chicken with skin that practically crackles with goodness.

John is your new book only available at your local Costco?

I bought my copy on Amazon.

Oh cool!  What is the actual title? 

FOOD LOVERS GUIDE TO SAN ANTONIO

Thank you.
Title: Re: ANSWERING THE DOOR
Post by: MBarnum on August 07, 2012, 02:59:23 PM
I want a friend named Abhijit.
Title: Re: ANSWERING THE DOOR
Post by: TCB on August 07, 2012, 03:00:18 PM
I want a friend named Abhijit.


I will give you mine.
Title: Re: ANSWERING THE DOOR
Post by: elmore3003 on August 07, 2012, 03:28:05 PM
I want a friend named Abhijit.

That's a euphemism, right?
Title: Re: ANSWERING THE DOOR
Post by: TCB on August 07, 2012, 03:28:37 PM
I want a friend named Abhijit.


I will give you mine.


No, but this is!
Title: Re: ANSWERING THE DOOR
Post by: elmore3003 on August 07, 2012, 04:11:43 PM
My dance card between now and my Dublin departure is really filling up!
Title: Re: ANSWERING THE DOOR
Post by: George on August 07, 2012, 04:23:39 PM
My dance card between now and my Dublin departure is really filling up!

It's nice to be wanted. :D
Title: Re: ANSWERING THE DOOR
Post by: ChasSmith on August 07, 2012, 04:32:46 PM
My dance card between now and my Dublin departure is really filling up!

It's nice to be wanted. :D

By the Library of Congress, even!     :o ???
Title: Re: ANSWERING THE DOOR
Post by: Jane on August 07, 2012, 04:33:59 PM
I wish someone were taking the trip with Craig.  With this heat he can't leave the pets in the car during the days.  He figures he will be driving about 10 hours a day without stops.

Will Craig be staying in motels at night?  Or is he sleeping in the car?

In motels. 
Title: Re: ANSWERING THE DOOR
Post by: Danise on August 07, 2012, 04:35:14 PM
Good morning all!  First Post but not much to say.

Vibes to all.   Hoping that DR Elmore elevator/AC woes are taken care of TODAY.

Have a wonder filled day!

Isn't it wonderful to have Danise back on a regular posting basis!

Yes.
Awww, geee.  I sometimes think people get bored hearing me complain all the time.  Hugs to you both!
Title: Re: ANSWERING THE DOOR
Post by: FJL on August 07, 2012, 04:35:31 PM

My dance card between now and my Dublin departure is really filling up!

It's nice to be wanted. :D


Partridge Family DOESN'T SOMEBODY WANT TO BE WANTED dance

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T-J8ypGTWxg

Title: Re: ANSWERING THE DOOR
Post by: Jane on August 07, 2012, 04:36:19 PM
Craig is out for a late goodbye lunch with a friend.  I suppose when he returns he will attempt to load up his car.  He thought he might rent one of these for the trip but it didn't happen.

At first, I thought you wrote that he was going to rent a car.  It took me a while to realize that that wasn't a picture of the car that I thought that he was going to rent. :D

;D

Closed up the trailer looks like this...

(https://encrypted-tbn0.google.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcTArym2iNLihnidZaWKzi1BNsO2UYO52B76SI-8llqbypR1nK224w)
Title: Re: ANSWERING THE DOOR
Post by: Danise on August 07, 2012, 04:36:23 PM
Greetings from Toyland! I had a lovely visit with Dr Miller.

Time for lunch.
  For a second there I was going say "Who is Dear Reader Miller?"  LOL.   
Title: Re: ANSWERING THE DOOR
Post by: Jane on August 07, 2012, 04:36:56 PM
My NEW Notebook computer has now been charging for 20 hours.  All the little lights on the keyboard come on, I can hear the fan kick in, but the screen remains dark.  I have, also, performed a Hard Reset as suggested by my HP friend, Abhijit.

I charged mine overnight and after only 12 minutes of use, I have 78% battery power left.

That doesn't sound like a lot of available battery time, does it??

It doesn't sound like much battery time.
Title: Re: ANSWERING THE DOOR
Post by: Danise on August 07, 2012, 04:39:06 PM
Tuesday morning greetings!  Lunch with the grantwriters today - it was at their August meeting 2 years ago that I had my heart attack.  I will try not to do an encore.

No encores PLEASE!!!
Most decidedly NO!!!!!
Title: Re: ANSWERING THE DOOR
Post by: DakotaCelt on August 07, 2012, 04:42:13 PM
How did I not know that there was a remake of ICE CASTLES?

Not as good as the original...
Title: Re: ANSWERING THE DOOR
Post by: DakotaCelt on August 07, 2012, 04:46:13 PM
My Weather Bug tells me that it is currently 65 degrees in Tacoma.  Although two weeks ago I would have bitched that it didn't seem much like summer; the two 96 degree days have convinced me to keep my mouth shut!

96 in Seattle?  That is highly unusual... It ha been miserably hot here all summer and even more miserable when you do not have ac
Title: Re: ANSWERING THE DOOR
Post by: ChasSmith on August 07, 2012, 04:47:27 PM
Note to DR Elmore:

I, unlike the landlord, have finally gotten off the dime and am starting to make the SHOW BOAT transfers.  If the dual layer discs don't work, then thehellwithem, I'll use single layer and the films will be spread across two discs each instead of one.

I'll be starting with the Criterion 1936, just the movie itself straight through, then I'll be checking with you as to what extras you want.  I'll view them first so I know what I'm talking about.  First question is:  Do you want the Miles Kreuger commentary?
Title: Re: ANSWERING THE DOOR
Post by: DakotaCelt on August 07, 2012, 04:47:40 PM
I feel very sorry for the coach of the American Volleyball Team.  Although he continually refuses to talk about the murder of his in-laws four years ago; NBC just won't leave the subject alone.

NBC leaves a lot to be desired in their coverage...
Title: Re: ANSWERING THE DOOR
Post by: George on August 07, 2012, 04:57:09 PM
My NEW Notebook computer has now been charging for 20 hours.  All the little lights on the keyboard come on, I can hear the fan kick in, but the screen remains dark.  I have, also, performed a Hard Reset as suggested by my HP friend, Abhijit.

I charged mine overnight and after only 12 minutes of use, I have 78% battery power left.

That doesn't sound like a lot of available battery time, does it??

It doesn't sound like much battery time.

I'm sure that the "live" wallpaper doesn't help either.  It's a picture of a koi pond with swimming fish and you can touch the pond and have ripples on the water.  It never stops moving.  I just thought about this and selected a regular (non-moving) image for the wallpaper.  That should help with the battery usage.  A co-worker told me that her son (who knows computers) told her to turn off anything on her iPhone that uses GPS because that also uses a lot of battery power.
Title: Re: ANSWERING THE DOOR
Post by: Ginny on August 07, 2012, 04:57:31 PM
Hi, DR DakotaCelt, we've missed you!
Title: Re: ANSWERING THE DOOR
Post by: ChasSmith on August 07, 2012, 05:04:31 PM
Hi, DR DakotaCelt, we've missed you!

There's another one I don't know.  They're coming out of the woodwork! 
Title: Re: ANSWERING THE DOOR
Post by: Jane on August 07, 2012, 05:05:52 PM
My NEW Notebook computer has now been charging for 20 hours.  All the little lights on the keyboard come on, I can hear the fan kick in, but the screen remains dark.  I have, also, performed a Hard Reset as suggested by my HP friend, Abhijit.

I charged mine overnight and after only 12 minutes of use, I have 78% battery power left.

That doesn't sound like a lot of available battery time, does it??

It doesn't sound like much battery time.

I'm sure that the "live" wallpaper doesn't help either.  It's a picture of a koi pond with swimming fish and you can touch the pond and have ripples on the water.  It never stops moving. 

;D
Title: Re: ANSWERING THE DOOR
Post by: Jane on August 07, 2012, 05:07:28 PM
Hi, DR DakotaCelt, we've missed you!

There's another one I don't know.  They're coming out of the woodwork! 

:) 

Those people coming out of the woodwork have missed out on meeting you sooner.
Title: Re: ANSWERING THE DOOR
Post by: Jane on August 07, 2012, 05:07:36 PM
Hi Dakota.
Title: Re: ANSWERING THE DOOR
Post by: elmore3003 on August 07, 2012, 05:11:52 PM
How did I not know that there was a remake of ICE CASTLES?

Not as good as the original...

DR Dakotacelt! Howdy, Stranger! It is good to see you back amongst us.
Title: Re: ANSWERING THE DOOR
Post by: elmore3003 on August 07, 2012, 05:12:53 PM
Note to DR Elmore:

I, unlike the landlord, have finally gotten off the dime and am starting to make the SHOW BOAT transfers.  If the dual layer discs don't work, then thehellwithem, I'll use single layer and the films will be spread across two discs each instead of one.

I'll be starting with the Criterion 1936, just the movie itself straight through, then I'll be checking with you as to what extras you want.  I'll view them first so I know what I'm talking about.  First question is:  Do you want the Miles Kreuger commentary?

Yes, please! That 1936 SHOW BOAT makes me cry as soon as Helen Morgan appears. She's so amazing.
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Post by: elmore3003 on August 07, 2012, 05:14:46 PM
Hi, DR DakotaCelt, we've missed you!

There's another one I don't know.  They're coming out of the woodwork! 

It's nice seeing some of our birdies coming home to roost. We have some lovely members, DR ChasSmith, and you are one of them!
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Post by: elmore3003 on August 07, 2012, 05:16:22 PM
I must needs turn off the computer for a bit and do some prep work on DEAREST ENEMY.

Good night, everyone!
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Post by: George on August 07, 2012, 05:21:11 PM
Welcome back to HHW, DakotaCelt! 
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Post by: TCB on August 07, 2012, 05:42:58 PM
I wish someone were taking the trip with Craig.  With this heat he can't leave the pets in the car during the days.  He figures he will be driving about 10 hours a day without stops.

Will Craig be staying in motels at night?  Or is he sleeping in the car?

In motels. 

Oh!  That was not in response to elmore being wanted.
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Post by: TCB on August 07, 2012, 05:44:10 PM
Greetings from Toyland! I had a lovely visit with Dr Miller.

Time for lunch.
  For a second there I was going say "Who is Dear Reader Miller?"  LOL.   

 ;D ;D ;D
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Post by: TCB on August 07, 2012, 05:46:31 PM
How did I not know that there was a remake of ICE CASTLES?

Not as good as the original...

Dakota, if I had known it would bring you back to us, I would have mentioned ICE CASTLES sooner.  Of course, Mr. Hamlich didn't pass away until yesterday, so I probably would not have metioned it sooner.
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Post by: KevinH on August 07, 2012, 05:56:47 PM
Hello!

Terrible news about Marvin Hamlisch.
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Post by: DakotaCelt on August 07, 2012, 06:18:16 PM
Around... Just not in a really chatty mindset...

Still no job and I am feeling quite down about the prospects. I do no have a lot of faith in our government or if the economy will improve.

My thesis is done adn off to the publishers....

I am loosing faith quite rapidly
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Post by: DakotaCelt on August 07, 2012, 06:19:46 PM
How did I not know that there was a remake of ICE CASTLES?

Not as good as the original...

Dakota, if I had known it would bring you back to us, I would have mentioned ICE CASTLES sooner.  Of course, Mr. Hamlich didn't pass away until yesterday, so I probably would not have metioned it sooner.
Hamlisch score was good

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Post by: DakotaCelt on August 07, 2012, 06:20:24 PM
Greetings one and all.....
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Post by: DakotaCelt on August 07, 2012, 06:21:16 PM
I just wish some one would give me a chance....

Would love for a little bit of magic and good...  It gets weary putting on a bright and smiley disposition
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Post by: bk on August 07, 2012, 06:48:29 PM
No packages - well one, but I wasn't going back to get it - I hate Ontrac.  Finished one set of liner notes, so that's one down.  I'll start the other one later tonight and finish tomorrow.
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Post by: TCB on August 07, 2012, 07:02:49 PM
~~~~~~~~~~~~Employment vibes for DR DakotaCelt~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
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Post by: TCB on August 07, 2012, 07:03:42 PM





G'night!
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Post by: Jane on August 07, 2012, 07:11:35 PM
JOB VIBES FOR DR DAKOTA!!

'night
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Post by: FJL on August 07, 2012, 07:25:24 PM
Hi Dakota!
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Post by: John G. on August 07, 2012, 07:32:57 PM
Tuesday morning greetings!  Lunch with the grantwriters today - it was at their August meeting 2 years ago that I had my heart attack.  I will try not to do an encore.

No encores PLEASE!!!
No. No encores. Dr.'s and DR's orders.

No encore today!  I did 5 errands on the way home and arrived in time to put a chicken in the oven for our dinner.

Roast chicken? One of my absolute favorites. Ran two great and very different recipes this week on how to make roast chicken with skin that practically crackles with goodness.

John is your new book only available at your local Costco?
No, it's available at Barnes and Noble and will be in Walmart next week.   It's also on amazon.com and bn.com.
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Post by: John G. on August 07, 2012, 07:34:55 PM
Hi, DR DakotaCelt, we've missed you!
Very much.
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Post by: John G. on August 07, 2012, 07:35:16 PM
JOB VIBES FOR DR DAKOTA!!

'night
Many job vibes.
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Post by: John G. on August 07, 2012, 07:36:53 PM
Note to DR Elmore:

I, unlike the landlord, have finally gotten off the dime and am starting to make the SHOW BOAT transfers.  If the dual layer discs don't work, then thehellwithem, I'll use single layer and the films will be spread across two discs each instead of one.

I'll be starting with the Criterion 1936, just the movie itself straight through, then I'll be checking with you as to what extras you want.  I'll view them first so I know what I'm talking about.  First question is:  Do you want the Miles Kreuger commentary?

Yes, please! That 1936 SHOW BOAT makes me cry as soon as Helen Morgan appears. She's so amazing.
ChasSmith, can I also ask for a copy of the 1936? Just the movie. It's my favorite.
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Post by: ChasSmith on August 07, 2012, 07:42:48 PM
Note to DR Elmore:

I, unlike the landlord, have finally gotten off the dime and am starting to make the SHOW BOAT transfers.  If the dual layer discs don't work, then thehellwithem, I'll use single layer and the films will be spread across two discs each instead of one.

I'll be starting with the Criterion 1936, just the movie itself straight through, then I'll be checking with you as to what extras you want.  I'll view them first so I know what I'm talking about.  First question is:  Do you want the Miles Kreuger commentary?

Yes, please! That 1936 SHOW BOAT makes me cry as soon as Helen Morgan appears. She's so amazing.
ChasSmith, can I also ask for a copy of the 1936? Just the movie. It's my favorite.

Yessirree, no problem.
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Post by: FJL on August 07, 2012, 07:59:21 PM
Very excited.  Amazon tells me my FOOD LOVERS GUIDE TO SAN ANTONIO may be here tomorrow.
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Post by: John G. on August 07, 2012, 08:08:47 PM
Very excited.  Amazon tells me my FOOD LOVERS GUIDE TO SAN ANTONIO may be here tomorrow.

Well, I hope one of these days you can put it to good use.
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Post by: John G. on August 07, 2012, 08:09:47 PM
There had been talk of Marvin Hamlisch working with the Bergmans on a rewrite of Ballroom. Does anybody know whatever happened to that?
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Post by: Matthew on August 07, 2012, 08:20:16 PM
Sleepless in Munich. 
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Post by: bk on August 07, 2012, 08:24:19 PM
John, perhaps you could post a link to your book an amazon.
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Post by: FJL on August 07, 2012, 08:27:21 PM
There had been talk of Marvin Hamlisch working with the Bergmans on a rewrite of Ballroom. Does anybody know whatever happened to that?

Here's info on that BALLROOM:

The Bergmans are working on the revival of the musical Ballroom with music by Billy Goldenberg and new music by Marvin Hamlisch, set for a 2011 production starring Tyne Daly with direction and choreography by Jerry Mitchell.

http://www.ascap.com/about/board-intro/bergman-bio.aspx?print=1
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Post by: FJL on August 07, 2012, 08:31:30 PM
JohnG - is today the OFFICIAL publication date, meaning there was a party or something?  Or is this just an Amazon opening date?
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Post by: Ginny on August 07, 2012, 08:34:35 PM
'night!
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Post by: Cillaliz on August 07, 2012, 10:02:35 PM
Hi Dakota!
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Post by: Cillaliz on August 07, 2012, 10:02:48 PM
Job vibes to dakota
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Post by: Cillaliz on August 07, 2012, 10:04:49 PM
I'm pooped!   After our Hist Pres comm meeting tonight I went out with a friend who is on the commission.   We ended up having comfort appetizers (potato skins and onion rings), a salad and a couple drinks.  It was nice
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Post by: Cillaliz on August 07, 2012, 10:07:14 PM
Today my friendly UPS man stopped by the office and told me he had a really heavy box for delivery to my house and asked me where I wanted him to put it since he knew I wouldn't be home.   I told him, then later when I ran home to see if my brand new exercise bike had arrived, he showed up.   He carried it into the basement for me (just inside the sliding glass doors). Since the box weighed 117 pounds, I was very glad to have it where I could just slide it into the room where it was going to end up
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Post by: Cillaliz on August 07, 2012, 10:07:53 PM
It took me a good 2 hours, but it is all put together and very solid.  By the time I got done I was really tired.  LOL
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Post by: Cillaliz on August 07, 2012, 10:16:39 PM
DR Ginny, thanks for the tip on the hotel.  I've found some really good prices at the Wellington if I book in the next two weeks.  I also found a good rate on air fare.  I'll have to go from Sunday to Wednesday, but that gives me Tuesday night to see Drood, so it will work.  It's still not cheap, but it's a ton better than I thought it would be.   
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Post by: Cillaliz on August 07, 2012, 10:36:48 PM
I booked the Wellington.  The deal is 30% off if you book a Sunday and stay 3 nights.   That works for me.  I don't need to be there on a weekend anyway.  Guess I may as well book the airfare and make it official.  Since it will be winter, I want to fly in and out of Sioux City.  That means I'll have to make another trip to use the Southwest ticket I have.   
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Post by: Cillaliz on August 07, 2012, 10:37:00 PM
What am I still doing up!
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Post by: bk on August 07, 2012, 11:22:55 PM
I think we just had a tiny little temblor. 
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Post by: bk on August 07, 2012, 11:23:03 PM
Very unnerving.