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[FJL]

And it's page 10

[FJL]

The dogs have gone to bed and so must I.

Going to Jersey tomorrow to see some cousins.

[George]

The other two leads were Northwest products.

Cool!  I didn't know that. 

[TCB]

G'night!

[TCB]

The other two leads were Northwest products.

Cool!  I didn't know that. 

The guy playing Phil is Greg Allen (now, Greg McCormick Allen) from Tacoma / Lakewood.

[singingnymph]

Looks like I have a couple options for New Year's, which is a couple more than I usually have right about now.  Must think about this one & choose wisely!  Also, good night all!

[JoseSPiano]

Good Evening!

Yep, Michael Gruber was in the original production of A Chorus Line as "Mike", as well as the was as the revival.  He was the first replacement "Greg", and then later went on to cover "Zach" before Mr. Lopez stepped into the production.  Needless to say, since he was a member of the original production, he was a bit more suited for "Zach" than he was for "Greg", if you get my drift.  But he made it work.

He was also the "Zach" on the tour of the ACL revival, switching off with Sebastian LaCause.

[JoseSPiano]

And, yes, DR TCB, I do believe I know what you mean.  There's always been something a bit "forced" about him to me, at least lately.

[JoseSPiano]

However, when he rehearses shirtless in the Roundabout rehearsal studios, well...

Just sayin'.  Or not.

[JoseSPiano]

A couple of hours ago, I decided to head out and see a movie.  As it turned out, the only movie that started at a good time for me was "Up in the Air". So, I saw "Up in the Air"...

What a great movie!  Smart. Funny. Sobering. Thought-Provoking. I'd even say Haunting.  I had no real idea what to expect, and I just found myself totally wrapped up in the movie within the first five minutes.  George Clooney is wonderful - and, boy, is he just getting better and better as the years go by - in many respects.  And the rest of the cast just works so well too.

I will say that being a former(?) road-warrior myself, it hit a bit too close to home at times. But I guess that's what good movies - good Art - are supposed to do from time to time.  By the end of the movie I found myself crying a little bit. It wasn't really a sad ending.  It wasn't really a happy ending.  It was just a Real one. -And the core subject matter of the movie is truly relevant to everyone during this current economic climate.

*And if you do see it, be sure to stay through the credits.

[JoseSPiano]

DR DER BRUCER - I also believe there was a report that the "suspected" terrorist first went to the bathroom in order to "prepare" shortly after the plane took off.  However, I'm pretty sure that getting out of one's seat in order to extinguish a fire - no matter the source or cause - would still be permitted.

*I'm just wondering if the TSA is going to start having special procedures for incoming International flights and flights in and out of DCA like they did right after the planes started flying after 9/11.

**I just hope that whoever cleared this "suspected" terrorist to fly is reprimanded, well.. Fired!

I was very surprised at the security when I was in Europe.  I, of course, set off all the alarms with my artificial body parts.  Usually in the U.S. they use the metal detector and a short pat down on me.  But on both flights leaving London and the one flight leaving Barcelona; these guys went farther than I have had guys go on our first or second date.

I noticed the same thing when I flew in and out of the Philippines earlier this year.  However, I think the more "physical" screening was due to the fact that their electronic and computer screening capabilities were not yet up to US standards.

[JoseSPiano]

bk - I know you've mentioned this before, but...

How old is your car?
How old is your battery?

If you're still using you're original battery, well... A new battery is much, much cheaper than a new car. But I'm sure you already know that.

The car is over eleven years old now - it's been a good and even great soldier, but it's time to retire her.  I replaced the battery about four years ago.  Two years ago I put close to seven grand in the car, and, in retrospect, I shouldn't have - but it's time to move on now, I think.

Well... You could always buy a used battery - they do sell such things - just to tide you over for two to three months.  This way you can take advantage of some of the more than likely 2009 sell-offs in January and February.

[JoseSPiano]

smoke free, animal free   i didn't notice they are dog friendly which would make it perfect, except for the long drive to craig.

Well... I'm pretty sure that they're an animal-friendly hotel.  Heck, they used to keep live alligators in their fountains!

[JoseSPiano]

Oh...

I saw "Up in the Air" at the recently opened Movieland at Boulevard Square which is part of the Bow-Tie Cinemas chain.  They converted a former factory and warehouse space into a 17-screen multiplex, and, from what I could tell, they did a really nice job. Lots of parking, all stadium seating, lots of arm-rest space, and they even sell beer on tap and wine.  -I may even try to see one more movie there tomorrow.

[bk]

I'm told that this week is particularly good for buying cars.  It's not just the battery - if it was just that, I'd go get a new one.  It's the breaks, which are now squealing like stuck pigs.

[JoseSPiano]

smoke free, animal free   i didn't notice they are dog friendly which would make it perfect, except for the long drive to craig.

Well... I'm pretty sure that they're an animal-friendly hotel.  Heck, they used to keep live alligators in their fountains!

I just checked over at DogFriendly.com, and they say that The Jefferson does allow pets of any size for a nightly fee of $40.  They also offer pet-sitting and walking for a nominal hourly rate.

[JoseSPiano]

I'm told that this week is particularly good for buying cars.  It's not just the battery - if it was just that, I'd go get a new one.  It's the breaks, which are now squealing like stuck pigs.

Ah, so you're afraid that your "brakes" may "break".

[JoseSPiano]

And as much as I would like to stay for the changing of the day/notes/posts, my parents are hosting a brunch here in a couple of hours, so...

Goodnight.