Topic: A PARTRIDGE IN A PEAR TREE (Read 23419 times)

Matt H. · « **Reply #180 on:** December 13, 2007, 01:22:38 PM »

Then I watched another episode of DIRT. Rick Fox was the guest star.

Matt H. · « **Reply #181 on:** December 13, 2007, 01:26:06 PM »

Page Seven Harry Potter Dance!!!

Matt H. · « **Reply #182 on:** December 13, 2007, 01:27:02 PM »

I'll continue with DIRT tonight until CSI at 9. Should be able to get through half the set by the time I settle in with prime time TV.

Jrand73 · « **Reply #183 on:** December 13, 2007, 01:27:02 PM »

Just watched DR FJL's clip. There is a special hell for the people that created some of those television "specials."

All I can say is:

Matt H. · « **Reply #184 on:** December 13, 2007, 01:29:46 PM »

I got the HARRY POTTER Blu-ray treasure chest today. Good golly, what a set! Besides all the films in high definition, the thing has several bonus discs, and set of Potter memorabilia cards and an expensive-looking set of metallic bookmarks based on Potter items.

Of course, I won't actually be able to get to watching the films until next week, but it's nice to have them here now.

Matt H. · « **Reply #185 on:** December 13, 2007, 01:30:49 PM »

Also in the mail today were review copies of THE HEARTBREAK KID and THE TUDORS (Season 1). I'm going to be SO busy over the next few weeks.

Matt H. · « **Reply #186 on:** December 13, 2007, 01:32:22 PM »

Several websites had reported that people buying the Blu-ray box version of the HARRY POTTER films were discovering that THE GOBLET OF FIRE wasn't in Blu-ray but had been mistakenly packed with the HD-DVD version. That was the first thing I checked when my box arrived today. Thankfully, the disc is Blu-ray as it is supposed to be.

Jrand73 · « **Reply #187 on:** December 13, 2007, 01:38:13 PM »

Quote from: Matt H. on December 13, 2007, 01:32:22 PM

Several websites had reported that people buying the Blu-ray box version of the HARRY POTTER films were discovering that THE GOBLET OF FIRE wasn't in Blu-ray but had been mistakenly packed with the HD-DVD version. That was the first thing I checked when my box arrived today. Thankfully, the disc is Blu-ray as it is supposed to be.

Somebody's first day at the DVD Packing Plant.

Jeanne · « **Reply #188 on:** December 13, 2007, 01:42:59 PM »

Quote from: JoseSPiano link=board=4;threadid=1596;start=msg404205#msg404205 date=1197575405[quote

I decided to give the rowing machine a try. It's always been one of those machines that looked "boring" to me, so I never really gave it a shot. Recently, I've been coming across articles about a "good rowing machine workout", so I went ahead and gave it a try today.

I knew my upper body got a good workout, but I was surprised at how much of a workout my legs got. I definitely had "sea legs" once I stood up after my workout. Whew!

I love rowing machines! At least the one I used to use. My friend and former personal trainer, Jim Wharton, used to say that rowing machines were only a good cardio workout, but I disagree. I agree with Jose, that they provide a good upper body--and, to some degree, lower body--workout, as well.

Ginny · « **Reply #189 on:** December 13, 2007, 01:45:05 PM »

Ugh! Local media now using words like "plowable" to refer to Saturday's snow, but it looks like it won't start early enough to close the library in the morning. So, I'll probably risk life and limb to get here and no one will show up for my workshop.

Jrand73 · « **Reply #190 on:** December 13, 2007, 01:47:45 PM »

Quote from: Ginny on December 13, 2007, 01:45:05 PM

Ugh! Local media now using words like "plowable" to refer to Saturday's snow, but it looks like it won't start early enough to close the library in the morning. So, I'll probably risk life and limb to get here and no one will show up for my workshop.

Time will tell...........

elmore3003 · « **Reply #191 on:** December 13, 2007, 01:48:11 PM »

Quote from: Edisaurus on December 13, 2007, 10:45:06 AM

Favorite Jerry Herman song: DEAR WORLD

It Takes All Kinds: DEAR WORLD is one of my favorite scores but its title song is pathetic, in my book.

Jeanne · « **Reply #192 on:** December 13, 2007, 01:48:52 PM »

Quote from: singdaw on December 13, 2007, 12:02:02 PM

DR JoseSPiano - the gym where I go has individual televisions [with headphones] for each piece of aerobic excercise equipment. I'm not dedicated enough to admit that without that, I would find the time I spend excercising absolutely unendurable. $:-\$

I listen to BK-produced CDs while on my stationary bike. Jason Graae is my favorite for exercising.

I agree, though, that walks are simply more interesting. And I think the fresh air is good, too.

Jeanne · « **Reply #193 on:** December 13, 2007, 01:50:44 PM »

Quote from: singdaw on December 13, 2007, 12:15:16 PM

DR Donna kindly showed us the pear tree. Here's the partridge:

What a lovely bird! I don't think I've even seen a partridge up close before.

Jeanne · « **Reply #194 on:** December 13, 2007, 01:52:19 PM »

Quote from: FJL on December 13, 2007, 12:22:29 PM

Watching the Presidential debate. This moderator's qualifications for doing this are - what? Did she win a drawing in her office or soemthing like that?

Jeanne · « **Reply #195 on:** December 13, 2007, 01:55:46 PM »

Quote from: FJL on December 13, 2007, 12:51:37 PM

I don't know the snow joke, if you get my drift.

I think Fred is warming up.

FJL · « **Reply #196 on:** December 13, 2007, 01:59:13 PM »

Jeanne - I don't want to be in danger of anyone ever calling ME one of the sweetest people on HHW.

singdaw · « **Reply #197 on:** December 13, 2007, 02:01:41 PM »

Quote from: FJL on December 13, 2007, 01:15:50 PM

Bad versions of good songs - Have we watched the NBC-special version of "We are a Family" from DREAMGIRLS lately?

If not, we should.

http://youtube.com/watch?v=z9oMzDP0y2g

That is just TOO precious for words!

elmore3003 · « **Reply #198 on:** December 13, 2007, 02:02:34 PM »

I'm back from THE MIST, which is a wonderful film adaptation of Stephen King's novella. The movie is bleaker than the story with a truly crushing finale. Good cast, and I loved seeing Frances Sternhagen, who seems to be taking on now all the roles left open by the death of Jessica Tandy. She's quite wonderful in this, as are Toby Jones, Thomas Jane, and the rest of the cast. The creatures are quite terrifying and there are some marvelous sequences. Interesting use of music as well.

FJL · « **Reply #199 on:** December 13, 2007, 02:03:14 PM »

singdaw - To quote someone from somewhere else on the internet: It's just craptastic!

singdaw · « **Reply #200 on:** December 13, 2007, 02:05:10 PM »

Truly cringeworthy!

JoseSPiano · « **Reply #201 on:** December 13, 2007, 02:05:37 PM »

Well, I just spent the past hour or so planning my trip back home to Virginia for Christmas for the holidays. I tried this airline. I tried that airline. I checked flights from La Guardia. I checked flights from JFK. I checked flights into Richmond. I checked flights into DC - both DCA and Dulles. And after going through all those permutations, I finally settled on flying out from LGA next Thursday into Richmond, and then flying back on New Year's Day. So, I guess I'll be spending both Christmas and New Year's Eve down in Virginia.

I did look into flying back sometime between Christmas and New Year's, but the airfares were just a bit on the ridiculous side. In any case, at least now I can plan my last week of 2007 here in NYC.

Jeanne · « **Reply #202 on:** December 13, 2007, 02:06:59 PM »

Quote from: FJL on December 13, 2007, 01:59:13 PM

Jeanne - I don't want to be in danger of anyone ever calling ME one of the sweetest people on HHW.

LOL. IMHO, a bit of wicked wit is quite healthy!

FJL · « **Reply #203 on:** December 13, 2007, 02:10:21 PM »

Was it about Dorothy Parker that someone said: The wicked old wit at last is dead.

Jeanne · « **Reply #204 on:** December 13, 2007, 02:11:27 PM »

I'm not a Stephen King person; I don't like things that are too scary. Would LARRY, or anyone else who has seen it, tell me a bit more? Gruesome? Depressing? Violent? I'm not sure it's for me.
Thanks!

Jeanne · « **Reply #205 on:** December 13, 2007, 02:13:00 PM »

Quote from: FJL on December 13, 2007, 02:10:21 PM

Was it about Dorothy Parker that someone said: The wicked old wit at last is dead.

Yes, Dorothy Parker had a wonderful wit! But I'm sure she was something else to be around if her wit was aimed at you!

JoseSPiano · « **Reply #206 on:** December 13, 2007, 02:14:45 PM »

As for what happens at The Reservoir, well... Whenever I've been there, I'm usually walking or running - counter-clockwise as the signs say to - so that's about all I see happening. People walking and/or running. And stopping in the middle of the path to take pictures... grrrrr...

However... As for what happens in other parts of the Park, well... Seriously, I'm still surprised that such "activity" continues to go on. Alas, it still does. During some of my walks through the Park, I've seen policemen on foot patrol checking off the beaten paths. $:-\$

Matt H. · « **Reply #207 on:** December 13, 2007, 02:14:50 PM »

I guess I'll head downstairs now and pick back up with Courtney Cox spinning the DIRT on celebrities.

As someone who's certainly been fodder for the tabloids herself, Courtney must really relish this role to paint the editor with as many nasty, unscrupulous colors as possible.

Certainly makes for fun (trashy) viewing.

Matt H. · « **Reply #208 on:** December 13, 2007, 02:15:42 PM »

Oops! (Sppo!) Forgot to mention. . . .

WBBL.

JoseSPiano · « **Reply #209 on:** December 13, 2007, 02:18:15 PM »

And since I'll be back in Richmond between Christmas and New Year's, I can now attend the birthday party for Steve's mother. She'll be turning 80. Or will it be 75? In any case, it's some milestone birthday. And not only will I be attending, but it looks like I'll be catering it too! -And most likely helping with some of the evening's entertainment - Steven and I playing piano duets.

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