Topic: THE LABOR DAY WEEKEND SANS LABOR (Read 35386 times)

JoseSPiano · « **Reply #240 on:** September 05, 2009, 06:43:17 PM »

Quote from: François on September 05, 2009, 05:05:53 PM

That Swan's definitely cream puff, and quite light in taste with the Chantilly.

In New York City, there are two Japanese cream puff companies/stores. The first one to come to NYC was Beard Papa. The second one - which is now down to a single NYC location - is...

Choux Factory

Sam · « **Reply #241 on:** September 05, 2009, 06:43:54 PM »

Must go, have to be somewhere at 7.

JMK · « **Reply #242 on:** September 05, 2009, 06:47:00 PM »

Zach thanks you for your birthday wishes.

I grew up with Basset Hounds--love that pic!

JoseSPiano · « **Reply #243 on:** September 05, 2009, 06:49:04 PM »

Quote from: DAW on September 05, 2009, 05:59:19 PM

Quote from: td on September 05, 2009, 05:51:22 PM
My favorite roller coaster, bar none, is The Thunderbolt at Kennywood Park, here in Pittsburgh. http://tinyurl.com/ys2m5o

The website says that no single riders are permitted. I wonder if I can turn this into a business opportunity?

Define "single"?

-Although you just never know who might end up in the seat next to you.

Jane · « **Reply #244 on:** September 05, 2009, 06:50:05 PM »

Quote from: Sam on September 05, 2009, 06:42:54 PM

I think the things that traveled on cable over the ocean to a turning station 300 feet out or so, fell. You rode in hanging bubbles.

The cable ride:

TCB · « **Reply #245 on:** September 05, 2009, 06:53:02 PM »

Quote from: Sam on September 05, 2009, 06:42:54 PM

I think the things that traveled on cable over the ocean to a turning station 300 feet out or so, fell. You rode in hanging bubbles.

Yes, I remember that.

Jane · « **Reply #246 on:** September 05, 2009, 06:53:22 PM »

I loved the Whip. It was one of my favorite rides along with Casey Jones Locker, the floor that dropped out from under you, and the fun house. I was not permitted on the big roller coaster until I was older and then it was Keith who saved me from falling out. I still wasn't big enough to ride it-lol. We went with friends, one of which was DR Penny.

JoseSPiano · « **Reply #247 on:** September 05, 2009, 06:55:40 PM »

DR DAW - I remember that rollercoaster at Mall of America. I think rode it three times. Twice before dinner, and once after.

*I didn't eat at Rainforest Cafe - which I don't think was there yet when I went. However, the place we did eat at - maybe it was called "Atlantis"? - did have different themed rooms. I seem to remember eating in African desert room.

JoseSPiano · « **Reply #248 on:** September 05, 2009, 06:57:23 PM »

Quote from: TCB on September 05, 2009, 06:53:02 PM

Quote from: Sam on September 05, 2009, 06:42:54 PM
I think the things that traveled on cable over the ocean to a turning station 300 feet out or so, fell. You rode in hanging bubbles.

Yes, I remember that.

Wait! Did those "bubbles" fall to the ocean as part of the ride? Or did the ride eventually fall down one day?

Jane · « **Reply #249 on:** September 05, 2009, 07:04:46 PM »

It fell unintentionally.

JoseSPiano · « **Reply #250 on:** September 05, 2009, 07:05:34 PM »

Quote from: Jennifer on September 05, 2009, 04:53:26 PM

RE: the TOD.

I remember being a kid at either Disney World or Disneyland and going on Space Mountain. But i don't think you could see what it was and i was a bit scared.

One of my favorite coasters is here (montreal) at La Ronde. The monster. I love that one!

I've only been to Disneyland once, and I'm trying to remember if Space Mountain was already open. I think it was. I do remember "Pirates of the Caribbean" there - and being a bit disappointed when the incarnation at Disney World did not have the same drops.

*One thing I've always wanted to do is ride Space Mountain, Rock 'n' Roller Coaster and/or Tower of Terror with the lights on. I have some friends who are "cast members", and they all say it truly is quite a different experience. Not only does the ride feel much slower, but you also get to see all the various things they store "in the dark": boxes of pamphlets, concession cups and plates, cleaning equipment, etc.

JoseSPiano · « **Reply #251 on:** September 05, 2009, 07:06:03 PM »

Quote from: Jane on September 05, 2009, 07:04:46 PM

It fell unintentionally.

Oh... $:-\$

JoseSPiano · « **Reply #252 on:** September 05, 2009, 07:09:58 PM »

Quote from: Jane on September 05, 2009, 04:00:27 PM

We we were in Paris I discovered Madeline's, and then discovered the bakery that made the best Madeline's and returned there on a daily basis. On a small scale that is similar to having a favorite brand

DR Jane - The next time you come to New York City, I'll have to take you to Madeleine Patisserie. Even though they're known as "La Maison du Macaron", they also make some wonderful madeleines. I'm particularly fond of their Rose and Walnut-Coffee ones.

*I believe I "enabled" DR edisaurus to this place.

JoseSPiano · « **Reply #253 on:** September 05, 2009, 07:10:27 PM »

Quote from: Laura on September 05, 2009, 04:02:43 PM

I am thinking about making some broccoli cheese soup.

First you brown an onion...

Ginny · « **Reply #254 on:** September 05, 2009, 07:13:33 PM »

We've just learned that the half-time show at Franklin High School's football game next Friday night will be dedicated to John. He was band director there for many years and all 3 of his daughters marched with the band.

JoseSPiano · « **Reply #255 on:** September 05, 2009, 07:13:37 PM »

Quote from: elmore3003 on September 05, 2009, 01:13:43 PM

I finaly heard from George today, who apologized for the situation. I know a lot of it is his concern about his eye operation, but it sounds as if his family's having problems this week as well. He did tell me that he will get to the bookcases this week and I told him I needed saving from the clutter.

I am back from a nice lunch, and now I'm ready to head down to Lincoln Center to meet Matthew for THE SEPTEMBER ISSUE. I'm looking forward to it.

DR Jose, are you back to Manhattan yet? Matthew's a nice single gentleman you should meet.

DR elmore - Alas, I'm not back in Manhattan yet, and I'm probably not heading back until Monday or Tuesday morning (at the latest). I had planned to head back yesterday, but my travel options turned out to be a bit more limited than I thought they would. I also just needed a day to totally veg out it seems. But I shall return.

-Haven't I met Matthew once before? Or was that another Matthew?

TCB · « **Reply #256 on:** September 05, 2009, 07:14:22 PM »

Here is a nice three minute clip of POP.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SJ7yugaQF-0

Jane · « **Reply #257 on:** September 05, 2009, 07:15:23 PM »

According to this article it may not have happened.....http://www.westland.net/venicehistory/articles/accidents.htm

JoseSPiano · « **Reply #258 on:** September 05, 2009, 07:15:48 PM »

Quote from: vixmom on September 05, 2009, 02:34:42 PM

Well off to do more errands - tomorrow is out Avenue Q day!!

DR vixmom - Well, unless I manage to make it back to NYC by 5:00 tomorrow afternoon, I'm afraid I will not be able to join you and the vixter for a post-Q meal.

However, I'm pretty sure you'll still have a great time at the show.

TCB · « **Reply #259 on:** September 05, 2009, 07:17:22 PM »

Quote from: JoseSPiano on September 05, 2009, 07:13:37 PM

Quote from: elmore3003 on September 05, 2009, 01:13:43 PM
I finaly heard from George today, who apologized for the situation. I know a lot of it is his concern about his eye operation, but it sounds as if his family's having problems this week as well. He did tell me that he will get to the bookcases this week and I told him I needed saving from the clutter.

I am back from a nice lunch, and now I'm ready to head down to Lincoln Center to meet Matthew for THE SEPTEMBER ISSUE. I'm looking forward to it.

DR Jose, are you back to Manhattan yet? Matthew's a nice single gentleman you should meet.

DR elmore - Alas, I'm not back in Manhattan yet, and I'm probably not heading back until Monday or Tuesday morning (at the latest). I had planned to head back yesterday, but my travel options turned out to be a bit more limited than I thought they would. I also just needed a day to totally veg out it seems. But I shall return.

-Haven't I met Matthew once before? Or was that another Matthew?

This one is Morrison. Do you know him?

JoseSPiano · « **Reply #260 on:** September 05, 2009, 07:17:29 PM »

*I'm just wondering who's is going to learn "more" tomorrow at Avenue Q - DR the vixter or DR vixmom? There is more to the internet than just HHW.

JoseSPiano · « **Reply #261 on:** September 05, 2009, 07:18:29 PM »

Quote from: TCB on September 05, 2009, 07:17:22 PM

This one is Morrison. Do you know him?

Actually, DR TCB, I do know him. And I have his phone number(s) too.

MBarnum · « **Reply #262 on:** September 05, 2009, 07:19:45 PM »

Quote from: elmore3003 on September 05, 2009, 01:13:43 PM

DR Jose, are you back to Manhattan yet? Matthew's a nice single gentleman you should meet.

There's one he hasn't met yet?

Laura · « **Reply #263 on:** September 05, 2009, 07:21:08 PM »

Quote from: TCB on September 05, 2009, 07:14:22 PM

Here is a nice three minute clip of POP.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SJ7yugaQF-0

Ack! One of the suggested videos has over 42 million views.

TCB · « **Reply #264 on:** September 05, 2009, 07:23:49 PM »

Quote from: JoseSPiano on September 05, 2009, 07:18:29 PM

Quote from: TCB on September 05, 2009, 07:17:22 PM

This one is Morrison. Do you know him?

Actually, DR TCB, I do know him. And I have his phone number(s) too.

I know, I know. Stop rubbing it in!

JoseSPiano · « **Reply #265 on:** September 05, 2009, 07:24:24 PM »

Quote from: MBarnum on September 05, 2009, 07:19:45 PM

Quote from: elmore3003 on September 05, 2009, 01:13:43 PM

DR Jose, are you back to Manhattan yet? Matthew's a nice single gentleman you should meet.

There's one he hasn't met yet?

Define "met".

TCB · « **Reply #266 on:** September 05, 2009, 07:24:28 PM »

G'night!

Jane · « **Reply #267 on:** September 05, 2009, 07:25:26 PM »

A few of my all time favorite rides…

Disneyland:
Matterhorn
Space Mountain
Tea Cups
Pirates of the Caribbean
Rainbow Cavern Mine Train, which then became Through Nature's Wonderland. I preferred them both to the replacement , Big Thunder Mountain Railroad

Hershey Park:
Floor that drops out from under you
Sooperdooperlooper, the first looping roller coaster on the East Coast

Cedar Point:
The Magnum, if that is the big roller coaster that isn’t a wooden one. I don’t do well with wooden coasters.

Knott’s Berry Farm:
The Log Ride

Matt H. · « **Reply #268 on:** September 05, 2009, 07:27:22 PM »

I had a fun evening of viewing. I still had about 15 minutes of MURDER IN MESOPOTAMIA to watch. I remembered who the murderer was about halfway through the movie, so it was interesting seeing things play out knowing who was going to be fingered in the end.

Jane · « **Reply #269 on:** September 05, 2009, 07:29:17 PM »

Last but not least, my beloved Carousel at the Santa Monica Pier. It was built in 1922

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