Topic: SMELLY SHOES (Read 20890 times)

Matt H. · « **Reply #90 on:** July 17, 2004, 01:40:15 PM »

Right, CINDERELLA and BAMBI are the last two of the Disney classics not yet on DVD (ALADDIN comes out this fall). When Disney started into the DVD business, they gave a release date for each of their Platinum titles. Seems like CINDERELLA was the last of the bunch, but they may have moved up their releases somewhat. I'm not sure. Thankfully, I have them both on laserdisc, so I'm not drooling at the thoughts of them. The stuff from their vaults like the World War II tin were things I prized getting much more. I never dreamed we'd see those films.

Matt H. · « **Reply #91 on:** July 17, 2004, 01:43:59 PM »

I certainly enjoyed revisiting SMILES OF A SUMMER NIGHT on that smashing Criterion DVD. What a rapturous transfer! It was a great, great pleasure watching such a classic in such a pristine package.

Afterwards, I put in "The Abbey Grange" from the RETURN OF SHERLOCK HOLMES package I recently received.

I have no idea what's on tap for tonight.

George · « **Reply #92 on:** July 17, 2004, 02:28:40 PM »

Quote from: Matt H. on July 17, 2004, 01:43:59 PM

I certainly enjoyed revisiting SMILES OF A SUMMER NIGHT on that smashing Criterion DVD. What a rapturous transfer! It was a great, great pleasure watching such a classic in such a pristine package.

At the beginning of last month, I ordered this from deepdiscountdvd.com. My account was charged but I never received the item. After a few weeks, the money was put back into my account! There was no explanation, no e-mail saying anything! I haven't reordered it, and I know that I'm not going to try to get it from them again. Maybe some other movies, but not that one. I was quite disappointed.

George · « **Reply #93 on:** July 17, 2004, 02:30:53 PM »

Quote from: Panni on July 17, 2004, 10:20:00 AM

What? Nobody has one thing to say about the turtle? I go out in the blazing heat to take a picture of this fershluganah beast for your mental delectation, and no one even says, "Nice turtle."...? Huh? Is a "Nice turtle" too much to ask?

Those are all great pet pics! Especially the turtle! When I lived in Germany (between the ages of four and six...my dad was in the Army), my sister and I had a pet turtle. His name was Herman. We fed him dandelion leaves and lettuce (as far as I can remember). I don’t remember how long we had him, but we had to give him up when we moved back to the States. I miss Herman but I don’t know if I’d ever get another turtle. Actually, even at age 38, I don't think I'm mature enough for any pet. I have a tendency to kill plants. That's not a good sign. I am a very good pet-sitter, though!

George · « **Reply #94 on:** July 17, 2004, 02:36:23 PM »

The few documentaries that I've seen and really like include:
Company: The Making of the Cast Album
Fahrenheit 9/11
Dear, Jesse
Silverlake Life: The View from Here

As for salads and dressings:
Ranch and French are my most favored.
Applebee's had a low-fat Blackened Chicken salad that was really good...one of my favorites. The regular (non-low-fat) is okay, but I don't like regular honey-mustard.

Panni · « **Reply #95 on:** July 17, 2004, 03:01:23 PM »

Salads - Chinese Chicken Salad (sometimes! If done blandly then forget it.). And boring as it may seem, a good Cobb Salad can be yummy.

Panni · « **Reply #96 on:** July 17, 2004, 03:03:39 PM »

...And I like the grilled salmon salad at the Cheese Cake Factory.
Favorite dressing - depends on my mood - blue cheese, ranch, honey-mustard, but nothing with too much vinegar.

Panni · « **Reply #97 on:** July 17, 2004, 03:04:32 PM »

I'm hungry! For PIE.

Ann · « **Reply #98 on:** July 17, 2004, 03:07:54 PM »

I want pie too...it sounds yummy. And I'm now thinking about walking down to DQ and getting one of their grilled chicken salads...they are rather yummy, and I just don't feel like cooking...

JMK · « **Reply #99 on:** July 17, 2004, 03:10:08 PM »

George--try giving DDDVD a call on their 800 number. Their customer service is *usually* excellent. We just went bonkers during their 20% sale (where I bought just about every Criterion I didn't have), and everything but one title (Rules of the Game) came, over time (it takes a while with them). Anyway, I called them last week about Rules of the Game, and they said if it hadn't come by Monday, to call again and they'd reship. (My copy of Smiles came as part of this order, for less than $17!!).

The only time I was disappointed in their CS was when they lowered the price on the 20th Century Fox Studio Classics, and because I had pre-ordered some of them, it was over 30 days since I had ordered and they wouldn't honor the new lower price.

bk · « **Reply #100 on:** July 17, 2004, 03:34:04 PM »

Visit with darling daughter is done. We went to Du-Par's and had a spot of lunch. The only problem was the air conditioning had broken and it was hot in there. In any case, here is a photo of said darling daughter with darling husband.

Tomovoz · « **Reply #101 on:** July 17, 2004, 03:36:39 PM »

Just caught up on all today's posts. I always love to see the photos of pets etc (so much more interesting than babies). Thank you photos all and one.
Will Jose be telling us he has been eating shoe fly pie and noticed a familiarity in it's smell. What do they do with Dead Shoes in LA? Do dead gum shoes have an after life? It's breakfast time here in OZ. If I were in England I might well be eating sole for breakfast. I shall of course be having vegemite.
As mentioned to a few DRs, today I shall be attending a "Christmas In July" function. - with gifts!

Jane · « **Reply #102 on:** July 17, 2004, 03:54:14 PM »

Quote from: Panni on July 17, 2004, 03:03:39 PM

...And I like the grilled salmon salad at the Cheese Cake Factory.

I will remember that. I have had their Chinese Chicken Salad, when on it is excellent. The last few times it wasn't very good. If you are wondering, I kind of pick out most of the chicken.

George · « **Reply #103 on:** July 17, 2004, 03:55:40 PM »

Quote from: JMK on July 17, 2004, 03:10:08 PM

George--try giving DDDVD a call on their 800 number. Their customer service is *usually* excellent. We just went bonkers during their 20% sale (where I bought just about every Criterion I didn't have), and everything but one title (Rules of the Game) came, over time (it takes a while with them). Anyway, I called them last week about Rules of the Game, and they said if it hadn't come by Monday, to call again and they'd reship. (My copy of Smiles came as part of this order, for less than $17!!).

The only time I was disappointed in their CS was when they lowered the price on the 20th Century Fox Studio Classics, and because I had pre-ordered some of them, it was over 30 days since I had ordered and they wouldn't honor the new lower price.

I didn't think about calling them, but at this moment (now that the money was put back into my account), I'll have to wait until next month's paycheck to try and reorder...maybe from them again. We'll see. But thanks for the info!

I shall now depart these here HHW parts. I'm going to the Seattle Storm women's basketball game with a co-worker (and a cute one, at that

...but no, I'm not his type

). Anyway, I'll be gone for the rest of the evening.

George · « **Reply #104 on:** July 17, 2004, 03:58:05 PM »

As far as I know, I'm not his type...one can always hope, though!

Actually, he's just a great guy to be around...even as "just a friend." Later!

Jane · « **Reply #105 on:** July 17, 2004, 03:58:30 PM »

Bruce that looks like a clean plate in front of the darling daughter, what was she eating? It looks as if she was having fun.

Jane · « **Reply #106 on:** July 17, 2004, 04:08:47 PM »

I usually read the obituaries before I go to the nursing home. I really should have done so this time. When I arrived there was a memorial service going on for one of our friends. I also found out Echo’s best friend there moved. She was very upset he wasn’t there. At least I know he only moved. If I had known I would have left Echo at home and gone to the service.

I’m now feeling sad.

Panni · « **Reply #107 on:** July 17, 2004, 04:12:47 PM »

Sorry about your friends, Jane.

DearReaderLaura · « **Reply #108 on:** July 17, 2004, 04:17:31 PM »

So sorry to hear about your friends, Jane.

Jane · « **Reply #109 on:** July 17, 2004, 04:36:37 PM »

Thank you DearReaderLaura and Panni. I knew I would have days like this when I began volunteering there. Still it is hard. I keep saying I’m not going to go back but then I do.

When we lived in Michigan and I began visiting nursing homes with Echo it was different. I met at the homes with a group and we would have between ten and twenty dogs with us. It was great fun and not overly personal. There were a few people I would always make sure to visit but I didn’t get to know them as well as I have here.

Tomovoz · « **Reply #110 on:** July 17, 2004, 04:53:08 PM »

Sorry to hear you news Jane. I am still in contact with the Nursing Home where my Mother spent her last few years. I still feel I am losing friends when I hear of another resident's passing. The wife of one the residents called me last night - still a connection to my Mother after a few years. A good feeling.
My Mother used to love it when people brought in animals to visit.

Jennifer · « **Reply #111 on:** July 17, 2004, 04:53:20 PM »

DR Jane, I am doing fine. But sadly the lost email never arrived.

DR Emily, I like the look of the bottom shoe better. But the heel does not look good.

I have bought a few new pairs of summer shoes in the last few weeks. But I really try to find deals. I got a really cute pair of white open toed sandals for $9.97.

Jennifer · « **Reply #112 on:** July 17, 2004, 04:59:16 PM »

DR Jane feel better.

Jane · « **Reply #113 on:** July 17, 2004, 05:04:47 PM »

Tomovoz I like that you are still in touch with the nursing home. Your story made me feel better.

Jennifer maybe the mail will arrive by Monday but at least you are fine.

I will be there soon. The chocolate I just ate is helping.

Tomovoz · « **Reply #114 on:** July 17, 2004, 05:09:15 PM »

As the magnet on our freezer says - Earth will never be destroyed - it is the only planet with chocolate.

Jane · « **Reply #115 on:** July 17, 2004, 05:10:50 PM »

Jennifer · « **Reply #116 on:** July 17, 2004, 05:14:46 PM »

Re: the email, no I don't think it was sent. But it's not worth getting upset over.

I am hungry. Now what to eat? Going to watch "Along Came Polly".

Panni · « **Reply #117 on:** July 17, 2004, 05:55:19 PM »

I'm also trying to figure out what to eat. It's so hot. All I really want is ice cream. And PIE.

Jane · « **Reply #118 on:** July 17, 2004, 05:57:56 PM »

Jennifer let me know how the movie is.

I had coffee and vanilla ice cream, before the chocolate.

Jane · « **Reply #119 on:** July 17, 2004, 06:56:43 PM »

Wow I have been gone for an hour and no one has posted. I feel as if I’m talking to myself. It is nice to know that eventually someone will come along and hear what I have to say.

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