Topic: DOING A HALF MITZI GAYNOR (Read 48887 times)

singdaw · « **Reply #150 on:** September 05, 2008, 12:10:01 PM »

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JoseSPiano · « **Reply #151 on:** September 05, 2008, 12:16:16 PM »

Good Afternoon!

Well, I'm back in hotel room where I'm sure I will be taking a nap sometime sooner rather than later. And since it looks like the rain is starting to move in, well...

singdaw · « **Reply #152 on:** September 05, 2008, 12:20:54 PM »

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JoseSPiano · « **Reply #153 on:** September 05, 2008, 12:32:51 PM »

Quote from: singdaw on September 05, 2008, 12:10:01 PM

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I just saw the news report here where they said that Hannah could most likely become a Hurricane again before it makes landfall over the next couple of hours. Thankfully(?), it looks like Charlotte is far enough inland where it won't get too much "stuff", however, for the coastal areas... $:-\$

*One of my roommates is supposed to head down to Miami on Tuesday for a week's vacation with her boyfriend. Of course, Ike is due there at that time too. I wonder if the storms are following us... or finding us.

JoseSPiano · « **Reply #154 on:** September 05, 2008, 12:34:58 PM »

DR MattH - What's up with all the new construction here in Downtown/Uptown Charlotte?!?!

There are some new buildings going up around the hotel that most definitely weren't going up last year when I was here. However, it was nice to see that some more businesses and restaurants have opened since then too. Now if they could just stay open on the weekends too instead of just during "regular banking hours".

JoseSPiano · « **Reply #155 on:** September 05, 2008, 12:41:22 PM »

...And since I knew that my dining and shopping choices would be quite limited after 5:00 this afternoon, I went ahead and found the mini-Rite Aid and stocked up on some bottled water and Cheer Wine(!).

It also turned out that a small farmer's stand was set up on the plaza outside the hotel today, and I bought some peaches and plums there too.

*There are a good number of restaurants around the hotel, however, most of them tend to be open only during the weekdays - and the remaining ones are not exactly meant for a "cheap, quick meal" on the weekends. Finding a place to grab a lunch on Sundays has always been a problem during the fall auditions here in Charlotte.

DearReaderLaura · « **Reply #156 on:** September 05, 2008, 12:45:45 PM »

Jose, are you and MattH going to get together while you are there?

MBarnum · « **Reply #157 on:** September 05, 2008, 12:46:35 PM »

Quote from: Druxy on September 05, 2008, 10:32:15 AM

I haven't worked as a publicist for 15-20 years. I decided that I just wanted to write, and working almost exclusively for Mr. Corman gave me a very nice living for many years.

Frankly, I go to these autograph shows with former clients (Steve Kanaly, Michael Ansara, Diane McBain, Bridget Hanley, the late Dan O'Herlihy) and friends because writing is a lonely business and this activity let's me get "back in the action," so to speak. It also gives me the opportunity to see old friends who I haven't seen in years.

Other clients?

The list is SOOO long. In no particular order: Christine Lahti, Barbara Hershey, John Williams, Ernest Gold, Henry Darrow, Paul Francis Webster and Sammy Fain, Abe Vigoda, Pat Harrington, Maurice Jarre, Gale Gordon, Jack Carter, Jessica Walter, Conchata Ferrell, John Russell, Edward Dmytryk, Howard Keel, Kathryn Grayson, George Sherman, etc., etc.

How wonderful! I have interviewed Diane McBain...what a beautiful gal she is! And always liked John Russell...would love to have met him and always wondered what he was like in real life. Some of those I have interviewed that worked with him thought he was rather cold, but perhaps he was just shy.

Did you ever work with Joi Lansing by chance?

MBarnum · « **Reply #158 on:** September 05, 2008, 12:49:51 PM »

Quote from: bk on September 05, 2008, 11:23:47 AM

Back from a surprisingly pleasant long jog. Must now do some errands. I will say I have to wear different jeans shorts because these are now literally falling off me and I have to keep hiking them up. Isn't that grand? That means I've lost over an inch from my waist, maybe even an inch and a half.

That is wonderful BK! I feel (not literally) that your buns of steel will soon be back on display in no time.

Jane · « **Reply #159 on:** September 05, 2008, 12:51:32 PM »

Quote from: DearReaderLaura on September 05, 2008, 11:40:38 AM

I vote for the person who does not call my telephone and interrupt dinnertime. Also, I vote for the person who does not clutter up the town with campaign signs.

So you don't vote at all

elmore3003 · « **Reply #160 on:** September 05, 2008, 12:51:56 PM »

Quote from: MBarnum on September 05, 2008, 10:06:27 AM

And don't call me Ernie!

Sorry, Emma.

elmore3003 · « **Reply #161 on:** September 05, 2008, 12:53:42 PM »

Quote from: MBarnum on September 05, 2008, 12:46:35 PM

And always liked John Russell...would love to have met him and always wondered what he was like in real life.

Oh, God! Another euphemism with red hot lust all over it.

elmore3003 · « **Reply #162 on:** September 05, 2008, 12:54:31 PM »

Quote from: MBarnum on September 05, 2008, 12:49:51 PM

That is wonderful BK! I feel (not literally) that your buns of steel will soon be back on display in no time.

Thank you for that image, DR MBarnum.

MBarnum · « **Reply #163 on:** September 05, 2008, 12:54:33 PM »

One of my Indian Ebay sellers sent me a nice list of press books that he has for sale...what a mother-lode!

Here are two that I must get

From 1933:

From 1929:

Proof that India really did make the best movies! LOL!

Jane · « **Reply #164 on:** September 05, 2008, 12:55:10 PM »

Bruce, congrats on the loss of inches.

Jane · « **Reply #165 on:** September 05, 2008, 12:57:16 PM »

DR elmore, if you stop at a bead store, or anywhere they make jewelry, they might be able to fit the bracelet for you. I suppose a jewelry store could also do it.

JoseSPiano · « **Reply #166 on:** September 05, 2008, 12:58:10 PM »

Quote from: DearReaderLaura on September 05, 2008, 12:45:45 PM

Jose, are you and MattH going to get together while you are there?

I think that all depends on the number of DVD boxed sets he has to watch and review this weekend.

JoseSPiano · « **Reply #167 on:** September 05, 2008, 01:01:21 PM »

DR MBarnum - If you hop on a plane tonight or tomorrow, you could head to Charlotte for...

14th Annual Festival of India

And since it runs from Noon-7:00p.m... And since it's actually being held next to where the auditions are being held... I'm pretty sure I'll be checking it out. -Do you need any Bollywood movies? Or a new kurta?

JoseSPiano · « **Reply #168 on:** September 05, 2008, 01:03:09 PM »

Quote from: JoseSPiano on September 05, 2008, 01:01:21 PM

DR MBarnum - If you hop on a plane tonight or tomorrow, you could head to Charlotte for...

14th Annual Festival of India

And since it runs from Noon-7:00p.m... And since it's actually being held next to where the auditions are being held... I'm pretty sure I'll be checking it out. -Do you need any Bollywood movies? Or a new kurta?

....I just checked out the vendors list on the website... Hmm... Not that many listed... But Barnes & Noble will be there!

JoseSPiano · « **Reply #169 on:** September 05, 2008, 01:05:22 PM »

Quote from: DERBRUCER on September 05, 2008, 10:21:35 AM

What good is testing if elmore doesn't know how to interpret the results; and lacking an interpretation, how can he adjust his food intake correctly?

der Brucer

Well, now that he started monitoring his blood sugar levels, he can then present them to his doctor at his next visit, who can then interpret them and then provide further counsel.

JoseSPiano · « **Reply #170 on:** September 05, 2008, 01:05:41 PM »

And, yep... I need a nap...

Laters...

MBarnum · « **Reply #171 on:** September 05, 2008, 01:07:55 PM »

Quote from: JoseSPiano on September 05, 2008, 01:01:21 PM

DR MBarnum - If you hop on a plane tonight or tomorrow, you could head to Charlotte for...

14th Annual Festival of India

And since it runs from Noon-7:00p.m... And since it's actually being held next to where the auditions are being held... I'm pretty sure I'll be checking it out. -Do you need any Bollywood movies? Or a new kurta?

What fun! Wish I could be there, but feel free to hand out my phone number as you see fit.

bk · « **Reply #172 on:** September 05, 2008, 01:08:17 PM »

The Loss Of Inches - that's the title of my next novel.

MBarnum · « **Reply #173 on:** September 05, 2008, 01:08:18 PM »

...for the purposes of cultural awarness, of course.

bk · « **Reply #174 on:** September 05, 2008, 01:11:39 PM »

Back from errands. I went to pick up the Meredith Willson book in Hollywood. When I told the owner who I was, he said "You're going to hate me..." I knew that was the end of that. When I called yesterday, I gave him the catalogue number for the book and he looked it up on his computer and it showed as being available and there. Apparently, he went to find it and it wasn't there - which means one of his helpers sold it and didn't mark it down, or he's misplaced it. If you saw this store you'd probably surmise the latter - it's one of the messiest, most disorganized stores ever, and always has been. I know he wasn't pulling a fast one - the guy is over eighty and has always been very honorable. So, I'm still without the bloody book and I'll have to keep looking for a reasonably-priced copy - the only copies available are way too much.

bk · « **Reply #175 on:** September 05, 2008, 01:13:18 PM »

I have an idea what the next Kritzerland limited edition may be - but it will require some major surgery by my mastering engineer and as good as he is I don't know if he'll be able to fix the problems. However, it's so rare and so good that if he can minimalize the probs I'll probably do it - it's actually two titles on one CD and one is in excellent condition in terms of sound and tape quality.

Matt H. · « **Reply #176 on:** September 05, 2008, 01:14:21 PM »

I'm happy for you, DR Ginny. I have loved my retirement from day one. And every year, when I read all of the "Back to School" ads in the newspaper, I just smile and am grateful I'm not going "Back to School."

Matt H. · « **Reply #177 on:** September 05, 2008, 01:17:36 PM »

Much as I'd love to visit with DR Jose on this trip, my work load is just too intensive. I can't really spare even an hour for a meal which is why I'm cooking in all weekend.

Matt H. · « **Reply #178 on:** September 05, 2008, 01:18:30 PM »

Quote from: singdaw on September 05, 2008, 12:10:01 PM

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Thank you. Having survived Hugo, I am not taking this lightly even if it is offshore. I take NOTHING for granted any more after that.

Ginny · « **Reply #179 on:** September 05, 2008, 01:19:35 PM »

Thanks, DR MattH - I'm looking forward to the first snowy morning that I don't have to play the game of trying to decide whether or not to attempt my 25-mile drive.

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