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[George]

PAGE FOUR DANCE!!

[George]

[Jrand74]

Good news from DR ELMORE.

Yes, DR JANE - I was a day behind.

That BIG FISH musical certainly looks .... eclectic.

Oh, nice video in the notes today, I think I forgot to say that.

[ChasSmith]

Excellent news on the Hell front!!

[ChasSmith]

Oy!

MAD MEN to Split Final Season Into Two Parts

 "...AMC is following the strategy it took with "Breaking Bad" in dividing
 up a planned final season into two installments, but in this case it will
 be waiting a full year between seven-episode arcs. That means the final
 season is really two entirely separate ones, at least in terms of
 scheduling.

 "The first seven shows will be shown next spring under the title "The
 Beginning." The second group will be shown in 2015 and will be called "The
 End of an Era." The show's creator, Matthew Weiner, will shoot all the
 episodes in one production cycle, so in effect, AMC will simply be storing
 away the last seven episodes for a year..."

http://www.nytimes.com/2013/09/18/business/media/mad-men-to-split-final-season-into-two-parts.html

[Ben]

I want to see Big Fish also. I've heard very good things about it. I never saw the movie.

It was on TDF once a couple of weeks ago but it hasn't been on since so I don't know when I will see it. Time will tell.

[elmore3003]

New World tells me that the pre-orders on DEAREST ENEMY are quite good. I am very happy to hear that.

So, during my trek to the pharmacy, the UPS man, who's been told repeatedly that he can leave packages, didn't leave one. Luckily, I have no plans tomorrow so I'll be here.

Sadly, I have no plans for the rest of my life!

[bk]

I'll say again: If anyone is having any issue with this board you must clear your browser cache - everything will work perfectly once you've done that.  Remember, last night they had to update the web path addresses for avatars and smiley and you may still be looking at something in your cache.

[ChasSmith]

If it isn't one thing, it's another:

Frost warnings tonight!

[ChasSmith]

The pre-order I finally got around to placing (yesterday! - shame on me) must have put them right over the top, DR Elmore.

[bk]

Jose did this (he posted on Twitter) but I can't imagine even thinking about doing it, even if I was first in line. It's only freakin' food. That's why I get angry at foodies. They treat food as if it's a cure for cancer. It's FOOD!!! THAT'S ALL IT IS. STOP TREATING IT LIKE GOLD.

Cronut Craze

Off my soapbox.

Couldn't agree more - Jose has always been about this trendy food stuff.  Show him a new hip thing and he will be there waiting in line for it - over and over and over again.  Happened with Krispy Kreme and many other foodstuffs.  I don't get it, I'll never get it and furthermore it doesn't even look interesting.  And for most in that line, it's about being part of hip not about benefitting some cause.  But never underestimate the people who have this need to be part of the trendy.  It is deep-seated and part of their psyche, like the people who wait for six hours in line at the Apple Store for the newest and greatest iPhone.

[elmore3003]

If it isn't one thing, it's another:

Frost warnings tonight!

I was freezing this morning, so when I got home from the pharmacy I added a  quilt to my bedding.  I won't winterize until the new mattress arrives.

[bk]

I have been thinking about a new mattress and box spring.  Do I really need the box spring though?  I suppose one should buy both at the same time?

[MBarnum]

I don't think that is being very fair to DR Jose, BK.

Food is a hobby, practically a career, for DR Jose, so of course he is going to want to try it. Just like I want to try out every new Bollywood actor movie....and, just like I have to sometimes order my Bollywood DVDs from far away places just to get certain titles, DR Jose might have to stand in line for something new and special.

I just don't see the point of putting someone's interests down just because it is not of interest to you. Gosh knows I have had enough people do that to me throughout my life time. Jose enjoys it and that is really all that matters.

[Jane]

Yes, DR JANE - I was a day behind.

That explains it

[bk]

I don't think that is being very fair to DR Jose, BK.

Food is a hobby, practically a career, for DR Jose, so of course he is going to want to try it. Just like I want to try out every new Bollywood actor movie....and, just like I have to sometimes order my Bollywood DVDs from far away places just to get certain titles, DR Jose might have to stand in line for something new and special.

I just don't see the point of putting someone's interests down just because it is not of interest to you. Gosh knows I have had enough people do that to me throughout my life time. Jose enjoys it and that is really all that matters.

How exactly was I putting it down?  I was pointing out that this is his "thing" - it's always been his "thing."  I don't think there's much secret about it - he's always done it as long as I've known him.  Would you think I would take offense if someone pointed out that collecting first editions was my "thing" and that I've always done it and go to all the book shows?  Of course not.  Really, let's not be so sensitive.  You remember, I'm the guy who has hired Jose on several occasions - why would I put him down for being a trendy food obsessive?  I know many others who are like that - I don't get it - ME, I don't get it.  Apparently Ben doesn't get it.  Just as Jose probably doesn't get or understand my obsession with collecting what I do. 

[John G.]

Someone made cronuts for the dessert cook-off yesterday at work. They were OK.

[Jane]

I have been thinking about a new mattress and box spring.  Do I really need the box spring though?  I suppose one should buy both at the same time?

It depends on the condition of your box spring.  I've always gotten a set though so the fit is good.  Instead of replacing our air mattress, which doesn't require a box spring, we have been replacing the topper.  I recently read instead of getting pillow top mattresses buy a good mattress with a replaceable pillow top as that goes out before the mattress does.

[John G.]

TOD:

Favorite ice cream as a kid: Rocky Road (now: peach)
Ice cream truck treat: Rocket popsicle
Donuts: My mom's homemade donuts (now: crullers)
Favorite pie: Grasshopper pie (now: cherry or rhubarb pie)
Favorite cake: Mom's Black Forest Cake, a white cake with brandied cherries, whipped cream and chocolate shavings (now: the same)

[George]

Jose did this (he posted on Twitter) but I can't imagine even thinking about doing it, even if I was first in line. It's only freakin' food. That's why I get angry at foodies. They treat food as if it's a cure for cancer. It's FOOD!!! THAT'S ALL IT IS. STOP TREATING IT LIKE GOLD.

Cronut Craze

Off my soapbox.

Couldn't agree more - Jose has always been about this trendy food stuff.  Show him a new hip thing and he will be there waiting in line for it - over and over and over again.  Happened with Krispy Kreme and many other foodstuffs.  I don't get it, I'll never get it and furthermore it doesn't even look interesting.  And for most in that line, it's about being part of hip not about benefitting some cause.  But never underestimate the people who have this need to be part of the trendy.  It is deep-seated and part of their psyche, like the people who wait for six hours in line at the Apple Store for the newest and greatest iPhone.

I also do not have this affliction.  My cell phone is eight, count 'em, EIGHT years old!

[John G.]

All this dessert talk will result in no weight loss. Congrats on yours, Mike.

[Jane]

I don't think that is being very fair to DR Jose, BK.

Food is a hobby, practically a career, for DR Jose, so of course he is going to want to try it. Just like I want to try out every new Bollywood actor movie....and, just like I have to sometimes order my Bollywood DVDs from far away places just to get certain titles, DR Jose might have to stand in line for something new and special.

I just don't see the point of putting someone's interests down just because it is not of interest to you. Gosh knows I have had enough people do that to me throughout my life time. Jose enjoys it and that is really all that matters.

How exactly was I putting it down? 

Since you asked.... I was also going to comment anyway regarding
"And for most in that line, it's about being part of hip not about benefitting some cause.  But never underestimate the people who have this need to be part of the trendy."

I know you didn't say you were specifically including Jose in the above comment but it sure felt like it.

[ChasSmith]

What's the best kind of mattress to put on a platform bed?  I know it's probably not ideal for ANY mattress, but I love the bed. 

I've worn out conventional mattresses even when I'm diligent about turning it over every so often.  Maybe the solution is simply replacing them a little more often than you would normally.

[bk]

I have been thinking about a new mattress and box spring.  Do I really need the box spring though?  I suppose one should buy both at the same time?

It depends on the condition of your box spring.  I've always gotten a set though so the fit is good.  Instead of replacing our air mattress, which doesn't require a box spring, we have been replacing the topper.  I recently read instead of getting pillow top mattresses buy a good mattress with a replaceable pillow top as that goes out before the mattress does.

I've had my current mattress as long as I've lived in this house - so, over nine years now - is that time to do a new one?

[bk]

I don't think that is being very fair to DR Jose, BK.

Food is a hobby, practically a career, for DR Jose, so of course he is going to want to try it. Just like I want to try out every new Bollywood actor movie....and, just like I have to sometimes order my Bollywood DVDs from far away places just to get certain titles, DR Jose might have to stand in line for something new and special.

I just don't see the point of putting someone's interests down just because it is not of interest to you. Gosh knows I have had enough people do that to me throughout my life time. Jose enjoys it and that is really all that matters.

How exactly was I putting it down? 

Since you asked.... I was also going to comment anyway regarding
"And for most in that line, it's about being part of hip not about benefitting some cause.  But never underestimate the people who have this need to be part of the trendy."

I know you didn't say you were specifically including Jose in the above comment but it sure felt like it.

It was most certainly a general comment, but even if it wasn't, I'm just stating an opinion that one should never underestimate what people who have the need to be part of a trend will do to be a part of a trend.  I think the fact that people in that line were lined up from four in the morning would seem to bear that out, don't you?   But no, that particular comment was not specific to Jose. 

[Jane]

Have you been rotating your mattress?

[Jane]

I have been thinking about a new mattress and box spring.  Do I really need the box spring though?  I suppose one should buy both at the same time?

It depends on the condition of your box spring.  I've always gotten a set though so the fit is good.  Instead of replacing our air mattress, which doesn't require a box spring, we have been replacing the topper.  I recently read instead of getting pillow top mattresses buy a good mattress with a replaceable pillow top as that goes out before the mattress does.

I've had my current mattress as long as I've lived in this house - so, over nine years now - is that time to do a new one?

According to this article the answer is yes http://www.sleepdoctor.com.au/sleep-articles/how-long-does-a-mattress-last

[Jane]

The only reason I keep my air mattress is that it is easy for me to change the sheets & it is lower to the ground so I'm less likely to hurt my shoulder.

[ChasSmith]

Definitely have to replace mine.  It's older than that, and in poor condition now anyway.  My back is going to thank me.  (I hope.)

[George]

Have you been rotating your mattress?

I just rotated mine last week and I swear that it looks almost brand new.  It doesn't seem sunk in, like my previous mattress did.  I really think that it's because of the memory foam topper that my sister gave me.  She didn't like it at all, but I won't ever be without it.