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[Jane]

Thank you DR Sam.  How is the move going?

[Jane]

Page 8 dance...

[Jeanne]

Let me say once again, I LOVE MIRANDA HART!

[Jane]

My relaxing Christmas Day was marred late last night when the two twenty-somethings next door once again could not stop celebrating. They like to have friends over and they get very LOUD. I've asked them repeatedly to quiet down by 11pm. California law states 10pm, but I'd be happy with 11:00. The previous discussions were polite; last night's was not. I am at the end of my patience with this. It has gone on the entire four years that I've lived here and the manager has made it clear that she does not want to be bothered. She told me it was my problem. Last night my neighbor said that 11pm isn't late and that I'm fussing over nothing, that I am the only one bothered by it and why should they change just to suit me (ALL of us who live near them have complained), and that I'm treating them like children. I treat them the same way I'd treat anyone making this much noise and showing so little respect for others, but they do act like children.

What is wrong with people? I think their age has a lot to do with it. They are clearly in denial, insisting that they are not noisy. I hate to call the police for such matters, but I may have to next time.

Aside from not having a yard for a dog, rude neighbors were a problem in our apartment in the valley.  One night just as I was about to go next door and complain about the noise the neighbors broke into a chorus of Happy Birthday.  I just shook my head and put a pillow over it.  I decided to wait for the next party to complain.

We had another set of very sweet older neighbors that were apparently deaf the way they yelled at each other and fought.  They were the early morning noise makers.  One morning I knocked on their door and sweetly, obviously have awake, asked them to be a bit quieter.  The man apologized for waking me then turned to his wife and began shouting that she woke me up and it continued-lol  I never complained to them again.

I'm sure there were times we were loud with our friends.  We tried though and asked everyone to keep it down, especially leaving at night.

It's tough when you're all living so close together. I'm quiet to start with, but I also don't use the garbage disposal or blender early in the morning or late at night. I try to be quiet and considerate. Some people don't make the effort. Some people are just loud (including said neighbor). IMHO, it is not unreasonable to ask people to quiet down late at night.

I do think our forgiveness of late night noise diminishes as we get older.

[TCB]

My relaxing Christmas Day was marred late last night when the two twenty-somethings next door once again could not stop celebrating. They like to have friends over and they get very LOUD. I've asked them repeatedly to quiet down by 11pm. California law states 10pm, but I'd be happy with 11:00. The previous discussions were polite; last night's was not. I am at the end of my patience with this. It has gone on the entire four years that I've lived here and the manager has made it clear that she does not want to be bothered. She told me it was my problem. Last night my neighbor said that 11pm isn't late and that I'm fussing over nothing, that I am the only one bothered by it and why should they change just to suit me (ALL of us who live near them have complained), and that I'm treating them like children. I treat them the same way I'd treat anyone making this much noise and showing so little respect for others, but they do act like children.

What is wrong with people? I think their age has a lot to do with it. They are clearly in denial, insisting that they are not noisy. I hate to call the police for such matters, but I may have to next time.

Did you try talking to them again today when they may not be "under the influence?"

[TCB]

Happy birthday to DS Jayson!

Happy Birthday to Jeanne's DS Jayson!

[Jeanne]

I saw my hairdresser this morning for a haircut. No one was in the shop but us. It was fun dishing the dirt.

[TCB]

TCB, I meant to thank you for posting the photos and to mention how pleased I was to see you return to acting.

Thank you very much, Jeanne.

[TCB]

Just off the phone with Richard Sherman - for Christmas I gave him something he's asked for for several months - a lyric he could set.  He loved it, made a few additions so his music worked better for it, which I'm fine with, and he just sang it to me over the phone - pure Sherman and very much like a Sherman Brothers song, which was my intention.  I think we'll record it soon.

That is wonderful news!

[elmore3003]

Let me say once again, I LOVE MIRANDA HART!

Et moi aussi!

[Jeanne]

My relaxing Christmas Day was marred late last night when the two twenty-somethings next door once again could not stop celebrating. They like to have friends over and they get very LOUD. I've asked them repeatedly to quiet down by 11pm. California law states 10pm, but I'd be happy with 11:00. The previous discussions were polite; last night's was not. I am at the end of my patience with this. It has gone on the entire four years that I've lived here and the manager has made it clear that she does not want to be bothered. She told me it was my problem. Last night my neighbor said that 11pm isn't late and that I'm fussing over nothing, that I am the only one bothered by it and why should they change just to suit me (ALL of us who live near them have complained), and that I'm treating them like children. I treat them the same way I'd treat anyone making this much noise and showing so little respect for others, but they do act like children.

What is wrong with people? I think their age has a lot to do with it. They are clearly in denial, insisting that they are not noisy. I hate to call the police for such matters, but I may have to next time.

Aside from not having a yard for a dog, rude neighbors were a problem in our apartment in the valley.  One night just as I was about to go next door and complain about the noise the neighbors broke into a chorus of Happy Birthday.  I just shook my head and put a pillow over it.  I decided to wait for the next party to complain.

We had another set of very sweet older neighbors that were apparently deaf the way they yelled at each other and fought.  They were the early morning noise makers.  One morning I knocked on their door and sweetly, obviously have awake, asked them to be a bit quieter.  The man apologized for waking me then turned to his wife and began shouting that she woke me up and it continued-lol  I never complained to them again.

I'm sure there were times we were loud with our friends.  We tried though and asked everyone to keep it down, especially leaving at night.

It's tough when you're all living so close together. I'm quiet to start with, but I also don't use the garbage disposal or blender early in the morning or late at night. I try to be quiet and considerate. Some people don't make the effort. Some people are just loud (including said neighbor). IMHO, it is not unreasonable to ask people to quiet down late at night.

I do think our forgiveness of late night noise diminishes as we get older.

I agree. In fact, I raised this issue with a concert pianist I know some months ago. He said we get more sensitive to noise as we get older. I think I've always been a bit sensitive to it, but especially now. He told me that when he's not playing or listening to a favorite recording, he just wants quiet. Yes.

[TCB]

Perhaps most of you are better off only knowing me on the internet; and those I've met, only seeing my in small doses.  Considering the number of friends who have abandoned me, or at the very least distanced themselves from me since this whole handicap things started; I can't help but think that I have become a negative person to be around, or perhaps too demanding of my friends. I am not fool enough to think that I am practically perfect and they are all heartless so and so's.

If this is true, and i think it is; I need to find one of those mirrors that shows you the truth, instead of what you want to see.  Othewise, it is going to be a cold and lonely old age.

Tom, I think you're misinterpreting it. I suspect they see your condition and think, "There but for the grace of God..." and turn away because they cannot cope with the thought of having to do what you're doing. It may have nothing to do with YOU at all. It's your condition. Completely unfair, of course. As someone with health problems myself, I can truly say: you find out who your friends are.

As difficult as it is to be positive at times, it is certainly worth the effort. Not just because it makes you more congenial, but because it just makes life easier.

Thank you for the perspective.  I will try and follow your advice, Jeanne.

[TCB]

Sorry, Jane, but I just shaved off Mr. Potter!

[TCB]

Boy they sure make this thing sound like perfection.  I rather doubt that it works this well.

http://www.groupon.com/deals/gg-bobsweep-robotic-vacuum-cleaner-and-mop-1?p=3&utm_source=channel_goods_redesign-deals&utm_medium=email&sid=51b7eabe-55a3-4d85-99c8-195ac1be7b7c&division=seattle&user=3136d6bc4087d05f30d9d80b0096556df99f3397f450a7eda2670e75ef85bc3f&date=20131226&s=body&c=deal_title&d=deal-page

Are you thinking of getting one?

I can't imagine that they could work, they are just a machine. 

A vacuum cleaner is just a machine, is it not?

Hmm.  So is a robot!

[Jeanne]

My relaxing Christmas Day was marred late last night when the two twenty-somethings next door once again could not stop celebrating. They like to have friends over and they get very LOUD. I've asked them repeatedly to quiet down by 11pm. California law states 10pm, but I'd be happy with 11:00. The previous discussions were polite; last night's was not. I am at the end of my patience with this. It has gone on the entire four years that I've lived here and the manager has made it clear that she does not want to be bothered. She told me it was my problem. Last night my neighbor said that 11pm isn't late and that I'm fussing over nothing, that I am the only one bothered by it and why should they change just to suit me (ALL of us who live near them have complained), and that I'm treating them like children. I treat them the same way I'd treat anyone making this much noise and showing so little respect for others, but they do act like children.

What is wrong with people? I think their age has a lot to do with it. They are clearly in denial, insisting that they are not noisy. I hate to call the police for such matters, but I may have to next time.

Did you try talking to them again today when they may not be "under the influence?"

He didn't seem at all drunk last night, although drinking is certainly a factor in all this. The number of bottles they recycle is huge. It could be that he holds his liquor well. I need to keep this factor in mind. He may be more amiable at another time.

[Jeanne]

Happy birthday to DS Jayson!

Happy Birthday to Jeanne's DS Jayson!

That would be Singdaw's DS (dear spouse) Jayson.

[MBarnum]

DR Jeanne, whew, that would be very, very upsetting. I am grateful that my apartment building (7 floors and 102 apartments) is so quite and calm.

 Of course we have great management, and they make sure things are pleasant for all of the tenants.

[Jeanne]

Boy they sure make this thing sound like perfection.  I rather doubt that it works this well.

http://www.groupon.com/deals/gg-bobsweep-robotic-vacuum-cleaner-and-mop-1?p=3&utm_source=channel_goods_redesign-deals&utm_medium=email&sid=51b7eabe-55a3-4d85-99c8-195ac1be7b7c&division=seattle&user=3136d6bc4087d05f30d9d80b0096556df99f3397f450a7eda2670e75ef85bc3f&date=20131226&s=body&c=deal_title&d=deal-page

Are you thinking of getting one?

I can't imagine that they could work, they are just a machine. 

A vacuum cleaner is just a machine, is it not?

Hmm.  So is a robot!

Have you seen how much robots can do these days? Most amazing!

[John G.]

Just off the phone with Richard Sherman - for Christmas I gave him something he's asked for for several months - a lyric he could set.  He loved it, made a few additions so his music worked better for it, which I'm fine with, and he just sang it to me over the phone - pure Sherman and very much like a Sherman Brothers song, which was my intention.  I think we'll record it soon.

Oh wow, what fun!

[Jrand74]

Stay healthy vibes for DR JANE.....

Sounds like DR SINGDAW and JAYSON had a nice birthday day.....

Oh...and add SAVING MR BANKS to my list of favorite 2013 movies.

[TCB]

Happy birthday to DS Jayson!

Happy Birthday to Jeanne's DS Jayson!

That would be Singdaw's DS (dear spouse) Jayson.

LOL!  Sorry Jeanne, I guess I wasn't paying much attention.

[Jeanne]

DR Jeanne, whew, that would be very, very upsetting. I am grateful that my apartment building (7 floors and 102 apartments) is so quite and calm.

 Of course we have great management, and they make sure things are pleasant for all of the tenants.

Mike, how does your apartment management handle noise complaints? My cousin in Houston lives in a large complex. She told me that if anyone complains a security guard shows up right away at the offending apartment. No discussion, no argument. I don't know if that is the norm.

[Jrand74]

Wonderful and thrilling news from MR BK.....

What does the credit Special Thanks to Moose from Richard Sherman mean at the end of SMB?

[Jrand74]

DR TCB people avoid me all the time - I figure it's because I tell them what I think - IF I am asked.....usually I wait until I am asked....USUALLY

[John G.]

DR Jeanne, I feel sorry for you. I've lived around people like that, and I could find the right solution, other than moving out.

[John G.]

DR George, many thanks for the package, which arrived today.

[Jeanne]

DR Jeanne, I feel sorry for you. I've lived around people like that, and I could find the right solution, other than moving out.

I've looked many times for better housing, but have found nothing. I even tried a higher price range, thinking that would help. It didn't. I'd have to go MUCH higher. The tricky thing is evaluating the potential for noise. This place was quiet as the grave when I viewed it. Ideally, I'd like a duplex or triplex, ie, lower density, that is not surrounded by other apartments. If someone tells me about a building where management is strict about noise, I'd definitely consider that. Otherwise, how would you know?

[elmore3003]

Wonderful and thrilling news from MR BK.....

What does the credit Special Thanks to Moose from Richard Sherman mean at the end of SMB?

I believe it's a credit for the book of memoirs edited by his son:
http://www.amazon.com/Moose-Chapters-From-My-Life/dp/1491883669/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1388106527&sr=8-1&keywords=moose+sherman

[Jeanne]

My hairdresser, Richard, is from New Jersey and sometimes--like today--comes across as a sort of Mafioso type. Maybe I need to ask him to talk to my neighbors. "Hey, stop bothering Jeanne!"

[Jane]

Sorry, Jane, but I just shaved off Mr. Potter!

Sigh