Topic: RICKETS (Read 9538 times)

JMK · « **Reply #30 on:** April 30, 2011, 08:52:39 AM »

Quote from: Jrand60 on April 30, 2011, 08:48:36 AM

I think ATLAS SHRUGGED written by Jane Austen....now THAT would have been a story!

It's so weird you should say that--I am right now working on a review of FROM PRADA TO NADA, a Latino reworking of SENSE AND SENSIBILITY.

ArnoldMBrockman · « **Reply #31 on:** April 30, 2011, 09:03:29 AM »

Quote from: bk on April 30, 2011, 12:16:42 AM

And the word of the day is: OSMOSE!

And The Song Of The Day Is: WATERS OF MARCH

Druxy · « **Reply #32 on:** April 30, 2011, 09:05:27 AM »

We're home...after 2 nights in Fredericksburg, about a 2 hour drive from Austin.

We went there as a getaway for our 10th anniversary.

The town is an interesting place to visit, but we'd had it after 2 days, so we came home a day early.

The town's main claim to fame is that it's the birthplace of Admiral Chester Nimitz, and there are a couple of museums there in his honor.

We did visit a private Old West Museum, which was a highlight.

JMK · « **Reply #33 on:** April 30, 2011, 09:12:27 AM »

And they've just "updated" (and made unreadable) MSN. Oy.

JMK · « **Reply #34 on:** April 30, 2011, 09:13:07 AM »

I am decidedly out of the preferred demographic evidently.

Jane · « **Reply #35 on:** April 30, 2011, 09:26:52 AM »

Quote from: JMK on April 30, 2011, 07:57:00 AM

I had a good friend who had already read ATLAS SHRUGGED by the time I was slogging my way through. When I got to the "twist" (the secret "village"), I screamed in dismay and he said, "I know, I know, you just want to throw the book across the room, don't you?"

You didn't like the book‽ While I didn't completely dislike it I thought I was in the minority of people who aren't a fan of it.

Jane · « **Reply #36 on:** April 30, 2011, 09:28:31 AM »

I have enjoyed reading the suggestions for various ice cream sandwiches.

ArnoldMBrockman · « **Reply #37 on:** April 30, 2011, 09:32:08 AM »

And Where Oh Where is The Vixter?

Too Much Partying,I Suppose.

JMK · « **Reply #38 on:** April 30, 2011, 09:40:26 AM »

Quote from: Jane on April 30, 2011, 09:26:52 AM

Quote from: JMK on April 30, 2011, 07:57:00 AM
I had a good friend who had already read ATLAS SHRUGGED by the time I was slogging my way through. When I got to the "twist" (the secret "village"), I screamed in dismay and he said, "I know, I know, you just want to throw the book across the room, don't you?"

You didn't like the book‽ While I didn't completely dislike it I thought I was in the minority of people who aren't a fan of it.

I thought the book was fine, I hated that stupid twist. I do think THE FOUNTAINHEAD says everything ATLAS SHRUGGED does, more efficiently and much more entertainingly.

Kerry · « **Reply #39 on:** April 30, 2011, 09:44:25 AM »

TOD:
Peggy Sue Got Married
Body Heat
Serial Mom
Who Framed Roger Rabbit

TCB · « **Reply #40 on:** April 30, 2011, 09:57:34 AM »

Quote from: JMK on April 30, 2011, 07:57:00 AM

I had a good friend who had already read ATLAS SHRUGGED by the time I was slogging my way through. When I got to the "twist" (the secret "village"), I screamed in dismay and he said, "I know, I know, you just want to throw the book across the room, don't you?"

Well! I guess I can stop reading ATLAS SHRUGGED now.

TCB · « **Reply #41 on:** April 30, 2011, 10:00:38 AM »

T.O.D.

Turner - ROMANCING THE STONE

Cage - NATIONAL TREASURE

FFC - APOCALYPSE NOW

JMK · « **Reply #42 on:** April 30, 2011, 10:05:27 AM »

Quote from: TCB on April 30, 2011, 09:57:34 AM

Quote from: JMK on April 30, 2011, 07:57:00 AM
I had a good friend who had already read ATLAS SHRUGGED by the time I was slogging my way through. When I got to the "twist" (the secret "village"), I screamed in dismay and he said, "I know, I know, you just want to throw the book across the room, don't you?"

Well! I guess I can stop reading ATLAS SHRUGGED now.

64 years later and already on page. . .64!

bk · « **Reply #43 on:** April 30, 2011, 10:16:35 AM »

I'm up. Looks like another pretty day outside. Soon I will have to pay a rather obscene number of bills.

elmore3003 · « **Reply #44 on:** April 30, 2011, 11:13:11 AM »

Quote from: Jrand60 on April 30, 2011, 08:48:36 AM

I think ATLAS SHRUGGED written by Jane Austen....now THAT would have been a story!

It would have a whole new approach.

Speaking of Miss Austen, I see that a film is being made of her epic novel PRIDE AND PREJUDICE AND ZOMBIES.

elmore3003 · « **Reply #45 on:** April 30, 2011, 11:17:45 AM »

It took about 90 minutes to accomplish my errands, NYPL and market. I found the Christ Child's Lullaby in a book of Christmas music that I'd given to the Miami University Library about a year ago! I photocopied the pages, stopped by the Jiulliard School Music Store to browse and took the bus up to the market. I'm making lunch and at 5, I will meet my friend Val from Barnes and Noble for dinner. I don't know where she will want to go, but it will be fun,

Druxy · « **Reply #46 on:** April 30, 2011, 11:26:34 AM »

Quote from: Kerry on April 30, 2011, 09:44:25 AM

TOD:
Peggy Sue Got Married
Body Heat
Serial Mom
Who Framed Roger Rabbit

I forgot all about WHO FRAMED ROGER RABBIT.

I love that movie.

I totally forgot that KT did the voice of Jessica.

I guess, that's what happens when you get old.

Ginny · « **Reply #47 on:** April 30, 2011, 11:36:23 AM »

I have been to the fundraising brunch and on a couple of errands, not sitting here like so much fish. The site wouldn't let me log out in a timely manner before I left for the campus. The brunch was lovely - the crowd was bigger than before and there were more vendors, raffles, and silent auction items than last year.

Laura · « **Reply #48 on:** April 30, 2011, 11:38:17 AM »

Today we are going to see the tour of "Billy Elliot." I am not sure I am going to like it.

John G. · « **Reply #49 on:** April 30, 2011, 11:38:39 AM »

Quote from: elmore3003 on April 30, 2011, 11:13:11 AM

Quote from: Jrand60 on April 30, 2011, 08:48:36 AM
I think ATLAS SHRUGGED written by Jane Austen....now THAT would have been a story!

It would have a whole new approach.

Speaking of Miss Austen, I see that a film is being made of her epic novel PRIDE AND PREJUDICE AND ZOMBIES.

I enjoyed that one, especially for the Mr. Collins and Charlotte story. But I didn't like it enough to read the whole series.

John G. · « **Reply #50 on:** April 30, 2011, 11:40:11 AM »

Pilates class focused on breathing today. I'm more exhausted than when our bodies gets twisted into all sorts of strange contortions. And it was just breathing!

elmore3003 · « **Reply #51 on:** April 30, 2011, 12:04:02 PM »

Quote from: Laura on April 30, 2011, 11:38:17 AM

Today we are going to see the tour of "Billy Elliot." I am not sure I am going to like it.

I think you might.

elmore3003 · « **Reply #52 on:** April 30, 2011, 12:26:32 PM »

This is for DR MBarnum, who needs to keep updates on all sword & sandal remakes for future dating fantasies. Here's Hnry Cavill who plays Perseus in the new THE IMMORTALS. He's been signed to be the next Superman, so he should keep Mikey in thrall for a few years and in mind for dating in around 30 years.

bk · « **Reply #53 on:** April 30, 2011, 12:31:41 PM »

Oh, and I forgot the best thing: Murder At The Masquers, An Adriana Hofstetter Mystery is now available for preorder at http://kritzerland.com/masquers.htm

elmore3003 · « **Reply #54 on:** April 30, 2011, 12:45:04 PM »

Mikey, here's the poster. I'm not a fan of 300 so I hope this one's better.

Cillaliz · « **Reply #55 on:** April 30, 2011, 01:19:45 PM »

I took a spin on my new bike. I'm going to like it but it is still a lot of work to pedal. I think there's a couple things that need tweaking but I'm definitely going to have to get in shape if I'm going to ride this very much

Ginny · « **Reply #56 on:** April 30, 2011, 01:26:01 PM »

Richard and I just returned from a 13-minute walk around the neighborhood. Not only have I not walked for about 10 days, my cold/allergies/sinus infection have diminished my stamina and lung capacity. If I don't feel better by Monday, I think I'll go see the doctor.

John G. · « **Reply #57 on:** April 30, 2011, 01:42:27 PM »

Vibes for Ginny.

I just took a 30-minute nap, followed by making a cake. I'm ready for a nap again.

bk · « **Reply #58 on:** April 30, 2011, 02:00:57 PM »

Wow, one book order! Doin' good.

Jane · « **Reply #59 on:** April 30, 2011, 02:07:57 PM »

Quote from: JMK on April 30, 2011, 09:40:26 AM

Quote from: Jane on April 30, 2011, 09:26:52 AM
Quote from: JMK on April 30, 2011, 07:57:00 AM
I had a good friend who had already read ATLAS SHRUGGED by the time I was slogging my way through. When I got to the "twist" (the secret "village"), I screamed in dismay and he said, "I know, I know, you just want to throw the book across the room, don't you?"

You didn't like the book‽ While I didn't completely dislike it I thought I was in the minority of people who aren't a fan of it.

I thought the book was fine, I hated that stupid twist. I do think THE FOUNTAINHEAD says everything ATLAS SHRUGGED does, more efficiently and much more entertainingly.

I haven't read Fountainhead, if only that had been her first book I read.

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