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[Danise]

It may be quite a while before I get to see cyber grandbaby, Toby.  It appears that the MRSA may have returned.  This time in my eye.

I also send eye vibes to dear TCB!  

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[S. Woody White]

Hopefully this plan will work, but I hope you and macchus are also remembering that part of your original game was the environment you were playing in.  Basically, you were together in a car, working strictly from memory, and in real time.  Here on the Internet we're instead working in a virtual world, where the players can drop out at any moment, and then back in, and lordy knows where they've been inbetween.  

It's a different challenge.  It isn't "Ouch, he's thrown it right back at me and now I've got to come up with another name, dammit, I didn't have a chance to think before he gave me his next name and I could kill him for being so fast!"  The change in the environment, and the number of players, changes the tone of the game.  That's part of why der B and I added the "achievement" part of our spreadsheet, that annotation of why the person should be known - by spreading the game out to a large number of players, it becomes less of a contest and more a sharing of knowledge, less "can you top this" and more "I didn't know that and wait, that gave me an idea, here's another name."

One more thing: the "don't post another name until someone else adds another name in between your first and next names" doesn't take into account those times when no one else is around.  There's been plenty of times in the wee hours (say, two in the morning, your time) when I'm here, waking up, and the jernt is empty.  And I don't think I'm the only one this happens to.  At times like that, to go back to your tennis analogy, the only thing to do is hit that tennis ball against the wall and play with yourself.

Hmmm, that sounded like a euphemism.  But you know what I mean.

My hunch is that the game will evolve in the way it will evolve, whichever way that ends up being.  We will simply have to love and nurture it, occasionally with tough love but more often freely.  Giving a stricter set of rules may work, for a while, but eventually it will break loose and become something unexpected.

And that might, on occasion, be a good thing.

[George]

I thought of two more MHs, but I need to leave work and go shopping in Tacoma, so here's one:  Melissa Joan Hart, actress.

[Danise]

I'm pleased to say that DD Bear is doing very well.  He will get his stitches out tomorrow night.  

As for Ike, well, we're still keeping on eye on that himacane.  He's down to a CAT 1 (YAY)--at least for now.  Most of the tv stations keep saying we should be in the clear.  I hope they are right.  

[S. Woody White]

The HMs:

Maalem, Heddy - choreographer (P 4)
Maan, Harbajan - singer/actor (P 6)
Macdonald, Hettie - director   (P 3)
Mack, Helen - actress (P 4)
MacMillain, Harold - British PM (P 2)
MacRae, Heather -  (P 1)
Majeski, Hank - baseball (P 3)
Majesty, Her - DearReaderLaura (P 4)
Mancini, Henry -  (P 1)
Mandel, Howie -  (P 1)
Manfredi, Harry - film composer (P 3)
Mankiewicz, Herman - screenwriter (P 3)
Mann, Herbie - jazz musician (P 4)
Mann, Horace - 19th Century education reformer (P 3)
Mann, Hummie - film composer (P 4)
Manush, Heinie - outfielder (P 3)
March, Hal -  (P 1)
Marks, Hilliard - producer (P 2)
Marlowe, Hugh - actor (P 2)
Marshall, Herbert -  (P 1)
Martin, Harvey - football (P 4)
Martin, Helen - actress (P 12)
Martin, Hugh - songwriter (P 1)
Martins, Holly - character (P 4)
Marx, Harpo -  (P 1)
Masakela, Hugh - jazz trumpeter (P 2)
Mastrogeorge, Harry - director & teacher (P 3)
Matarazzo, Heather - actress (P 9)
Matisse, Henri - artist (P 1)
Mattingley, Hedley - actor (P 3)
McAfee, Harry - character (P 4)
McCoy, Horace - author (P 1)
McCulloch, Horatio - painter (P 4)
McDaniel, Hattie -  (P 1)
McGee, Harold - food science writer (P 3)
McGillin, Howard - photogenic person (P 1)
McGraw III, Harold - c.e.o. (P 3)
McIllhenny, Henry - philanthropist (P 6)
McKusik, Hal - jazz trumpeter (P 4)
McMahon, Horace - actor (P 1)
McNally, Horace - actor (P 3)
McNear, Howard - actor (P 4)
McRae, Hal - outfielder (P 3)
Medin, Harriet White - actress (P 4)
Medlinsky, Harvey - stage manager (P 4)
Meltz, Hinky - immortal songwriter (P 4)
Melville, Herman -  (P 1)
Mencken, H. L. -  (P 2)
Menken, Helen - actress (P 2)
Menzies, Heather - actress (P 11)
Merkin, Hieronymous - title character (P 11)
Merrill, Helen - Jazz Singer (P 2)
Merrill, Howard - comedy writer (P 2)
Metzenbaum, Howard - Senator (P 5)
meurkens, Hendrik - jass marmonica (P 4)
Middleman, Harvey - title character (P 6)
Miers, Harriet - Supreme Court nominee (P 3)
Miller, Hannah - character (P 5)
Miller, Harvey - comedy writer (P 2)
Miller, Helen - composer (P 3)
Miller, Henry - author (P 2)
Miller, Henry - B'way producer (P 2)
Miller, Herman - furniture manufacturer (P 5)
Miller, Husky - character (P 2)
Mills, Harry - singer (P 4)
Mills, Hayley -  (P 1)
Mills, Heather -  (P 1)
Mills, Herbert - singer (P 4)
Minh, Ho Chi - dictator (P 11)
Mirisch, Harold - producer (P 4)
Mirren, Helen -  (P 1)
Mitchell, Henry - character (P 2)
Mohr, Hal - cinematographer (P 3)
Montana, Hannah - character (P 1)
Montenegro, Hugo - film composer (P 2)
Moody, Helen Wills - tennis champ (P 3)
Mooney, Hal - bandleader (P 1)
Moonjean, Hank - director/producer (P 4)
Morgan, Harry - actor (P 1)
Morgan, Helen -  (P 1)
Morgan, Henry - comedian (and former Harry) (P 1)
Morgan, Henry - pirate (P 2)
Morgentaler, Henry - activiat (P 4)
Morris, Howard - actor/director (P 1)
Morrison, Herb - radio reporter (P 3)
Morton, Harry - character (P 2)
Morton, Harry - restaurateur (P 2)
Morton, Howard - actor (P 11)
Mudgett, Herman - character (P 5)
Munro, H. H.  - author (P 2)
Munster, Herman - big cheese? (P 1)
Murphy, Heidi Grant - singer (P 1)
Murphy, Hugh - story writer (P 2)

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[S. Woody White]

And the MHs

Haas, Moose - pitcher (P 9)
Haboush, Michael - actor/director (P 11)
Haddon, Mark - author (P 8)
Haggard, Merle -  (P 7)
Hall, Monty - host (P 8)
Halperin, Mark - political analyst (P 7)
Hamill, Mark -  (P 8)
Hamilton, Margaret - witch (among other roles) (P 9)
Hamlisch, Marvin -  (P 7)
Hammer, Mike - detective (P 9)
Hanold, Marilyn - actress (P 9)
Haran, Mary Cleere - CD performer (P 12)
Harder, Mel - pitcher (P 9)
Hargitay, Mariska - actress and daughter (P 8)
Hargitay, Mickey - dad (P 6)
Hargrove, Mike - baseball player/manager (P 9)
Hari, Mata -  (P 7)
Harmon, Mark -  (P 7)
Harris, Mark - author (P 9)
Hart, Margie - stripper (P 9)
Hart, Mary -  (P 6)
Hart, Melissa Joan - actress (P 13)
Hart, Mickey - Grateful Dead (P 8)
Hartley, Mariette -  (P 7)
Hartman, Mary - twice named (P 6)
Hawkins, Michael G. - reads Druxy (P 6)
Hayden, Michael - actor (P 9)
Hazan, Marcella - Italian cooking authority (P 12)
Head , Murray - British actor/singer (P 12)
Headroom, Max - character (P 8)
Hedberg, Mitch - comedian (P 9)
Hegan, Mike - baseball player/broadcaster (P 9)
Helgenberger, Mary Marg - actress (P 7)
Helper, Millie - neighbor (P 10)
Helprin, Mark - author (P 8)
Hemingway, Mariel -  (P 12)
Henke, Melissa - bandleader (P 7)
Henner, Marilu - actress, health advocate (P 12)
Higgins, Mike (Pinky) - Red Sox manager (P 10)
Higgins Clark, Mary - author (P 8)
Hillenbrand, Martinus - farmer (P 8)
Hines, Maurice - dancer/singer/actor (P 12)
Hines, Mimi -  (P 9)
Hingis, Martina - tennis player (P 8)
Hoeven, Mikey - ND first lady (P 8)
Hofstetter, Margaret - mom (P 7)
Holmes, Mike - from Holmes on Homes (P 8)
Holovak, Mike - Patriots coach (P 9)
Hooper, Matt - character (P 7)
Hordern, Michael - actor (P 9)
Horne, Marilyn -  (P 8)
Horner, Mike - adult actor (P 8)
Horton, Maggie - character (P 7)
Horton, Marie - character (P 7)
Horton, Melissa - character (P 7)
Horton, Mike - character (P 7)
Hough, Matt - reviewer (P 7)
Howard, Moe - stooge (P 10)
Howells, Michael - inspirational son (P 7)
Huckabee, Mike - former candidate (P 8)
Hudson, Michael - character (P 7)
Hughes, Mary Beth - actress (P 9)
Hulke, Malcolm - scriptwriter (P 11)
Humppe, Mercy - character (P 7)
Hunt, Hartita -  (P 7)
Huxtable, Millicent - One Tree Hill (P 8)
Hyman, Mac - author (P 7)

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[S. Woody White]

Time to get dinner on the table.

Leftover chicken breasts, being tossed in a salad, with pasta and pesto on the side.

[George]

The other MH that I remembered is a wonderful singer that I actually knew!  Margot Hanson, who is the wife of an incredible bass player, Chuck Israels.  When I went to Western Washington University, Chuck became the jazz instructor...choir, band, etc., and I joined in the jazz choir.  His wife also became a voice instructor there and we got to know her and she sang with us quite a bit.  I also got to know their daughter, Jessica.  She's all grown up now, too!

[George]

And now, off to Tacoma.

Until later!

[vixmom]

why yes, that was the Vixter pictured on page 36 of Sunday's Daily News

[DearReaderLaura]

Link, Vixmom?

[Jane]

DR Danise, great news on both counts.

[vixmom]

We interrupt this Word Game to bring you a clip of a certain performer hiding out in Wisconsin. Some of the cast were on morning television today. They got up at 6:30am to be in Milwaukee for The Morning Blend. They did a portion of Brotherhood of Man and we have evidence. The link below should take you to the site. There is an interview with the director who explains the show and then we get the number. You may get asked a security question (or maybe not, it depends on your computer) about installing an Active X control which will allow you to view the clip. Answer yes and the clip(s) will load. There is a 12 second intro by the hosts and then the 6 minute interview and performance. Those of you who know Anthony will certainly recognize him. He's the Brooklyn boy on the right (when you're looking at the computer) and he has a big white flower in his lapel. I don't know how long this clip will be up but it's there now for your viewing enjoyment.

P.S. some of you may get a repeat announcement. When I get home I'll send out another e-mail to other people on my lists who want to see the clip. I don't have their e-mail addresses here.

How to Succeed

WOW!! I wish I couls go and see the whole show!  It is always a pleau4e to see Anthony performing!  Thank you for the clip!!

[FJL]

Back from D.C.  I'll have to try to catch up tomorrow.

[vixmom]

I don't know if the news has been announced here yet, since I just walked in the door, but

Tobias Kevin Slaughter (Toby)
was born on Saturday, September 6, at 4:28 p.m.
5 pounds, 10 ounces
19 and 1/4 inches



Being 5 weeks early, he has small lungs, so he will have to stay in the hospital for a little while.  Mom and Dad are doing well.

Welcome to the world Toby!!!

Prayers will be said for you, Baby dear

[DakotaCelt]

Forgot another character: Mickey Horton from Days

[DakotaCelt]

Congrats to DRs Jed and Ann on the arrival of DS Tobias!

[Jane]

why yes, that was the Vixter pictured on page 36 of Sunday's Daily News

Are we going to see this photo?  Why was our DR Vixter in the paper?

[DakotaCelt]

Ben, DP ANT looks great! All the best to him!

[bk]

Vixmom, has the vixter finished a book?  I hope so, because she was the reason I got it done so fast

[td]

CONGRATS JED AND ANN!
WELCOME TO YOUR NEW WORLD TOBY!

[vixmom]

I cannot find a link, I will have to scan and post


The paper did a "review" of our church.  The photographer was taking pictures during coffee hour after the service and they happened to print the one where the Vixter was prominently featured  

[FJL]

A lifetime full of vibes and xylophones to young Toby.

[vixmom]

Vixmom, has the vixter finished a book?  I hope so, because she was the reason I got it done so fast

Not yet.  She has been very busy with School, soccer and  church with very limited time for herself.  She hasn't watched TV show, used the computer or chatted on the phone since we retuned from Canada... all the non-school  reading she has done so far has been your book, and she has been sqiueezing that in while I drive her places!  

[vixmom]

I missed Danise again, dang!  Glad to hear that hurricanes have been avoidingher and that Bear is on the mend

[vixmom]

VIBES for dear TCB

[vixmom]

Long Island Lutherans prayed for Tomovoz, TCB, Danise and Elmore this past Sunday,  young Toby shall hadve to join the list next week!

[Jane]

Long Island Lutherans prayed for Tomovoz, TCB, Danise and Elmore this past Sunday,  young Toby shall hadve to join the list next week!

That is sweet, & thanks for the details of the photo we haven't seen.

[Jane]

'night

[Druxy]

This is for anyone that has beloved pets or knows anyone that does...

 
To be posted VERY LOW on the refrigerator door - nose height.

Dear Dogs and Cats,

The dishes with the paw print are yours and contain your food.  The other dishes are mine and contain my food. Please note, placing a paw print in the middle of my plate and food does not stake a claim for it becoming your food and dish, nor do I find that aesthetically pleasing in the slightest.

The stairway was not designed by NASCAR and is not a racetrack Beating me to the bottom is not the object. Tripping me doesn't help because I fall faster than you can run.

I cannot buy anything bigger than a king sized bed. I am very sorry about this. Do not think I will continue sleeping on the couch to ensure your comfort. Dogs and cats can actually curl up in a ball when they sleep. It is not necessary to sleep perpendicular to each other stretched out to the fullest extent possible. I also know that sticking tails straight out and having tongues hanging out the other end to maximize space is nothing but sarcasm.

For the last time, there is not a secret exit from the bathroom. If by some miracle I beat you there and manage to get the door shut, it is not necessary to claw, whine, meow, try to turn the knob or get your paw under the edge and try to pull the door open. I must exit through the same door I entered. Also, I have been using the bathroom for years -- canine or feline attendance is not required.

The proper order is kiss me, then go smell the other dog or cat's butt. I cannot stress this enough!


To pacify you, my dear pets, I have posted the following message on our front door:

To All Non-Pet Owners Who Visit & Like to Complain About Our Pets:

1. They live here. You don't.
2. If you don't want their hair on your clothes, stay off the furniture. (That's why they call it 'fur'niture.)
3. I like my pets a lot better than I like most people.
4. To you, it's an animal. To me, he/she is an adopted son/daughter who is short, hairy, walks on all fours and doesn't speak clearly.
Remember: In many ways, dogs and cats are better than kids because they:
1. Eat less
2. Don't ask for money all the time
3. Are easier to train
4. Normally come when called
5. Never ask to drive the car
6.Don't hang out with drug-using friends
7. Don't smoke or drink
8. Don't have to buy the latest fashions
9. Don't want to wear your clothes
10. Don't need a 'gazillion' dollars for college.
And finally,
11. If they get pregnant, you can sell their children.