Topic: THE SOUND OF MUSIC (Read 23319 times)

Laura · « **Reply #300 on:** April 26, 2009, 07:15:57 PM »

My friend is a school nurse, she says that ONE case of measles is considered an epidemic.

Laura · « **Reply #301 on:** April 26, 2009, 07:16:54 PM »

And there was a one-case epidemic at our local school several years ago.

JoseSPiano · « **Reply #302 on:** April 26, 2009, 07:18:46 PM »

And the reviews for The Philantropist - which I believe DR Ben saw a few weeks ago - are starting to come in...

From the New York Times

Quote

Watching “The Philanthropist,” a moribund revival of a 1969 play by Christopher Hampton that opened Sunday night at the American Airlines Theater, is like being stuck in a stuffy room with a bunch of pompous, malicious or dreary writers and academics.

Actually, the fig leaf of simile is unnecessary. Watching “The Philanthropist” is quite literally a matter of being stuck in a stuffy room with a bunch of pompous, malicious or dreary writers and academics. Or at least actors portraying them. For sheer dullness, this putative comedy, directed by the talented David Grindley (“The American Plan”) for the Roundabout Theater Company and starring the talented but increasingly mannered Matthew Broderick, beats just about anything on Broadway this season.

And that's just the first two paragraphs!

*And I seem to remember DR Ben having similar sentiments.

Jane · « **Reply #303 on:** April 26, 2009, 07:29:46 PM »

Quote from: Laura on April 26, 2009, 07:15:57 PM

My friend is a school nurse, she says that ONE case of measles is considered an epidemic.

From the Merriam-Webster dictionary

1ep•i•dem•ic
Pronunciation:
\ˌe-pə-ˈde-mik\
Function:
adjective
Etymology:
French épidémique, from Middle French, from epidemie, noun, epidemic, from Late Latin epidemia, from Greek epidēmia visit, epidemic, from epidēmos visiting, epidemic, from epi- + dēmos people — more at demagogue
Date:
1603
1: affecting or tending to affect a disproportionately large number of individuals within a population, community, or region at the same time <typhoid was epidemic>2 a: excessively prevalent b: contagious 4 <epidemic laughter>3: of, relating to, or constituting an epidemic <the practice had reached epidemic proportions>
— ep•i•dem•i•cal \-ˈde-mi-kəl\ adjective
— ep•i•dem•i•cal•ly \-ˈde-mi-k(ə-)lē\ adverb
— ep•i•de•mic•i•ty \-də-ˈmi-sə-tē\ noun

TCB · « **Reply #304 on:** April 26, 2009, 07:31:37 PM »

Quote from: Jane on April 26, 2009, 07:07:23 PM

Quote from: DERBRUCER on April 26, 2009, 06:52:08 PM
Quote from: Laura on April 26, 2009, 06:35:28 PM
I do, however, have memories of roller skating. I remember the trip to the ER and the cast on my arm.

Did you tie your key on a shoe-lace around your neck?

der Brucer

I broke my right hand and was in a splint for months - my mean 4th grade teacher made me do my work left handed!

Yup, wore a key on a string tied over my neck.

Fortunately I didn't break anything. Are you ambidextrous now?

No, I think he gave that up when he got divorced.

elmore3003 · « **Reply #305 on:** April 26, 2009, 07:34:06 PM »

Quote from: DAW on April 26, 2009, 05:49:20 PM

By the way, DR elmore3003, in answer to your question of the other day...

I am overwhelmed by the gorgeousness that is the recording of Bitter Sweet!!!!!!!!

I wish I liked the leading man, but I sure like Misses Masterson and Ashe and the lilt of "Dear Little Cafe.""Kiss Me" is the one that breaks my heart.

TCB · « **Reply #306 on:** April 26, 2009, 07:34:19 PM »

G'night!

Laura · « **Reply #307 on:** April 26, 2009, 07:34:33 PM »

With measles, one case is considered an epidemic. I don't know about influenzas.

That's what she explained to me.

JoseSPiano · « **Reply #308 on:** April 26, 2009, 07:36:30 PM »

Quote from: Laura on April 26, 2009, 07:34:33 PM

With measles, one case is considered an epidemic. I don't know about influenzas.

Well.. This is the latest update from the outbreak/epidemic/what-you-wish-to-call-it in Mexico:

"Mexico health secretary says suspected swine flu cases rise to 1,614 with 103 believed dead, AP reports. 30 suspected cases in Jalisco."

Jrand74 · « **Reply #309 on:** April 26, 2009, 07:36:59 PM »

Have fun DR JOSE.....I always check all the drawers first.

Jrand74 · « **Reply #310 on:** April 26, 2009, 07:38:36 PM »

Congratulations to RICHARD husband of DR GINNY - both of whom have visited the World of Wisdom....and brought me cake.

Jrand74 · « **Reply #311 on:** April 26, 2009, 07:39:13 PM »

Now I don't know what to be more afraid of: The Flu or Somali Pirates. I think I will just stay home.

Laura · « **Reply #312 on:** April 26, 2009, 07:39:31 PM »

Hey, we would have, but those family members were all waiting on us.

bk · « **Reply #313 on:** April 26, 2009, 07:40:55 PM »

Epidemic is a word that has a meaning, which Jane posted here. Outbreak is fine. Mexico is not what the news is reporting - they're reporting that the US is having a swine flu epidemic - while it could conceivably turn into that (or not), it is NOT what it is NOW. NOW it is an outbreak or a few sporadic cases in a handful of cities. Of course, I hope everyone stays healthy, too.

JoseSPiano · « **Reply #314 on:** April 26, 2009, 07:41:31 PM »

Quote from: JRand58 on April 26, 2009, 07:36:59 PM

Have fun DR JOSE.....I always check all the drawers first.

So do I. -Which is why I was shocked to find all that stuff on my last night here in Charleston.

Jrand74 · « **Reply #315 on:** April 26, 2009, 07:42:14 PM »

Quote from: Jane on April 26, 2009, 06:36:30 PM

Quote from: JRand58 on April 26, 2009, 06:16:34 PM
Keep the info to yourself, DR JANE. It will be better that way.

I disagree. I do find it very sad & wonder what makes a person so cynical they don't recognize an attempt to be nice.

I used to be extremely sensitive, honestly with good reason, & slowly realized it is best to takes things as if they were meant to be kind & generous. If they weren't, then for the most part I can ignore or laugh it off. It really makes life easier & nicer. I think more often then not when our feelings are hurt, or if someone is rude to us, it is due to lack of interpretation than a true intention on the other person to make us feel bad. Of course there is that large population of people out there who are truly clueless.

DR JANE - once someone is purposely rude and there is NO DOUBT here on HHW - for me the gloves are off. Said person who is now obviously trolling the board as a guest usually comes here and says terrible things. More often than not MR BK is the target - tonight it was everyone who tried to help.

I shall now use an old HHW'ism that we haven't seen for awhile.

Hey GUEST/3DDIFFUSION - KMA!!!

JoseSPiano · « **Reply #316 on:** April 26, 2009, 07:42:38 PM »

Quote from: bk on April 26, 2009, 07:40:55 PM

Epidemic is a word that has a meaning, which Jane posted here. Outbreak is fine. Mexico is not what the news is reporting - they're reporting that the US is having a swine flu epidemic - while it could conceivably turn into that (or not), it is NOT what it is NOW. NOW it is an outbreak or a few sporadic cases in a handful of cities. Of course, I hope everyone stays healthy, too.

bk - You need to read a longer new article about what is going on. -Not just listen to a 45 second news update. -Which gets repeated every 15 minutes.

Jrand74 · « **Reply #317 on:** April 26, 2009, 07:42:53 PM »

Quote from: JoseSPiano on April 26, 2009, 07:41:31 PM

Quote from: JRand58 on April 26, 2009, 07:36:59 PM
Have fun DR JOSE.....I always check all the drawers first.

So do I. -Which is why I was shocked to find all that stuff on my last night here in Charleston.

Maybe they're gas-lighting you, DR JOSE - and they just put the stuff in there last night.

JoseSPiano · « **Reply #318 on:** April 26, 2009, 07:43:56 PM »

-And the primary reason the CDC started investigating the cases in New York, Iowa and elsewhere is due to the outbreak in Mexico.

Jrand74 · « **Reply #319 on:** April 26, 2009, 07:43:57 PM »

Nancy Carroll's charm escapes me....but these might not be her best movies.

elmore3003 · « **Reply #320 on:** April 26, 2009, 07:44:13 PM »

LITTLE DORRIT went out in a blaze of glory and dust - you had to be there - on Masterpeice Theatre tonight. The actor playing John Chickery the turnkey's son had several heartbreaking moments in tonight's closer, and he's a wonderful young character actor. For the rest of the cast, wrongs were righted and the good ended happily. Many ended rather sadly. The DVD will be out in another week, I think, and I recommend it to all of you. It was an excellent series. just got the 2-film version from the 1980s on Region-2 DVD and I look forward to seeing how they jandle the story.

DR TCB, what a wonderful headshot!

Cillaliz · « **Reply #321 on:** April 26, 2009, 07:44:55 PM »

Quote from: Jennifer on April 26, 2009, 06:24:31 PM

I think i am going to go watch Celebrity Apprentice now. For some reason i find this season to be hilarious.I can't stop watching it!

I'm the same way. Don't bother buying the Turkey Triple Play from Schwan's though. It wasn't good

Cillaliz · « **Reply #322 on:** April 26, 2009, 07:48:25 PM »

TCB - GREAT HEAD SHOT!!! You're looking good!!

JoseSPiano · « **Reply #323 on:** April 26, 2009, 07:49:24 PM »

AND the primary concern on the recently reported cases of swine flu in humans is that the current strain seems to be made up of both bovine and human strains of the flu. The current drugs and vaccines may help alleviate the symptoms, but they may not cure it or prevent it totally. And since the "swine flu" can be transmitted both from animals to humans, and humans to animals, there is also a possible threat to the food supply too. -And notice how I used the word "possible".

JoseSPiano · « **Reply #324 on:** April 26, 2009, 07:49:59 PM »

And for the record, I'm not that worried.

Yet.

JoseSPiano · « **Reply #325 on:** April 26, 2009, 07:52:56 PM »

OK... Time to partay for a bit...

Laters...

Cillaliz · « **Reply #326 on:** April 26, 2009, 07:54:17 PM »

Have fun at your partay, DR Jose and travel vibes for tomorrow

Cillaliz · « **Reply #327 on:** April 26, 2009, 07:55:16 PM »

Note to self. When you use the bisquick pancake shaker, be sure the lid is on before you shake the mix....

Matt H. · « **Reply #328 on:** April 26, 2009, 08:08:00 PM »

Thank you, DR der Brucer, for providing us with that nice summary of the Streisand TV special. I appreciate it.

Matt H. · « **Reply #329 on:** April 26, 2009, 08:16:31 PM »

I spent another hour watching the remainder of the bonus features on the X2 DVD second disc. I am hoping all Fox did with the Blu-rays was port over these bonuses onto the new sets. It will save me A LOT of time if that's all they did.

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