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[bk]

I've done five pages and just ended the penultimate chapter.  I'll begin the final chapter in a little while.  Knowing me, this may turn into a real marathon writing day and I may just go until I finish, probably seventeen pages to go - if not, definitely tomorrow.  Happily, the hard part's done - I added a couple of things, one of which made me laugh really hard, and one of which I found very touching. 

[Jrand73]

Laughter through tears is my favorite emotion.

[Dan M]

Laughter through tears is my favorite emotion.

I second that, especially when what I'm laughing about is something stupid/dumb that I should "know better" or something I've seen or heard many times, yet I can't stop laughing, such as "There ain't no sanity clause", etc.  It's even more enjoyable when the laughter comes about unannounced and you find yourself in the midst of it.

[Dan M]

Here's my DC Minny making me laugh; he really loves his treats!:

[George]

Here's my DC Minny making me laugh; he really loves his treats!:

I have a cat, Ebonie (she's solid black), who loves those Temptations treats, too!

[Dan M]

Here's my DC Minny making me laugh; he really loves his treats!:

I have a cat, Ebonie (she's solid black), who loves those Temptations treats, too!

When I get home from grocery shopping, Minny either knows there are treats in the bag or maybe he even smells them, but he gets very rambunctious until he gets a couple to snack on!

[Jane]

DR Vixmom I love the pics, especially the one of you and Vixdad in front of the fish.

[Jane]

DR Singdaw I enjoyed reading about your weekend.

[elmore3003]

So is anyone going to watch the debate between Bill Nye, the Science Guy and Ken Ham, Creationist?  The official topic of their debate is, "Is creation a viable model of origins in today’s modern, scientific era?"  It'll be available on YouTube for free for a while afterward, or you can pre-order the debate on DVD or digital download.  It starts today at 4:00 PM Pacific time (7:00 PM Eastern).  I'll still be here at work, so I can't, but I'll watch some of it tonight.  I'm sure that it'll be very interesting.

Sorry, DR George! I don't care.  While I believe in - and sometimes think I possess - faith and respect people's religions, I think that the people supporting creationism over scientific evidence are both morons and white supremist bigots, to believe that "God's word" in the traditional Bible is true, accurate, and definite over the beliefs of other religions and cultures.  To me there's no debate; it's man of education arguing with a fool.

If my statements here have offended anyone, I do apologize, but I greatly resent this theory of creation becoming a part of the  curriculum, and this is another reason why I support any races that will educate the ignorant and misinformed.

[bk]

Done around nine pages so far.  Part of me wants to get my car back tonight, and part of me wants to not drive back to Glendale, but hopefully the traffic will be lighter by six-fifteen, which is when I'd have to leave. 

[John G.]

Horrible day today, as far as allergies go. They haven't let me have a moment's rest all day. Thankfully, I worked from home.

[John G.]

MBarnum, how did your Punjabi version of "The Notebook" end? The book's ending was so horribly bad, I must have laughed for a solid half hour.

[Dan M]

DR Vixmom and DR Singdaw, I have finally caught up with your posts and enjoyed them all!  I have been trying to make a gluten-free pizza crust in the in-between times.  Some of you may know, gluten-free dough doesn't behave like regular dough and presents a challenge in each step: the mixing/making, rising and par-baking.  But then again, I'm not that conversant in the kitchen, but I do the best I can.

[Jane]

DR Dakota it was nice to see you.  I hope you won't stay away so long next time. 

MEGA JOB VIBES!!!!

[Dan M]

Done around nine pages so far.  Part of me wants to get my car back tonight, and part of me wants to not drive back to Glendale, but hopefully the traffic will be lighter by six-fifteen, which is when I'd have to leave.

Sending no traffic vibes to you bk }}}}}}}}}

[Dan M]

So is anyone going to watch the debate between Bill Nye, the Science Guy and Ken Ham, Creationist?  The official topic of their debate is, "Is creation a viable model of origins in today’s modern, scientific era?"  It'll be available on YouTube for free for a while afterward, or you can pre-order the debate on DVD or digital download.  It starts today at 4:00 PM Pacific time (7:00 PM Eastern).  I'll still be here at work, so I can't, but I'll watch some of it tonight.  I'm sure that it'll be very interesting.

Sorry, DR George! I don't care.  While I believe in - and sometimes think I possess - faith and respect people's religions, I think that the people supporting creationism over scientific evidence are both morons and white supremist bigots, to believe that "God's word" in the traditional Bible is true, accurate, and definite over the beliefs of other religions and cultures.  To me there's no debate; it's man of education arguing with a fool.

If my statements here have offended anyone, I do apologize, but I greatly resent this theory of creation becoming a part of the  curriculum, and this is another reason why I support any races that will educate the ignorant and misinformed.

For many reasons, I have to support my fellow Cornellian, Mr. Nye!

[Jane]

What a wonderful gift, DR Ginny! You can purchase the entire regular edition for under $400. The "heritage" facsimile edition goes for about $60,000, I believe. That is the edition that is on display around the campus and in various libraries that can afford it. It sure is a beauty!

I am glad you explained how nice the gift is.

[Jane]

DR Dakota, I forgot to say I hope that horrid woman never has a job where she can torture employees again.  I have known people to work under bosses like that and how very difficult it is.  Unfortunately you were trapped there.

[elmore3003]

And I am home from a good day in many ways and a frustrating one in others. Among the good things: my taxes are finished, I can finish scanning Act Two of the P/C for JUBILEE on Thursday and spend the rest of the day and Friday printing out vocal scores, and I had a lot of fun at the LITTLE ME rehearsal. I sat with Bruce Pomahac, Ted Chapin's daughter Anika, and Rob's assistant on the Steve Martin bluegrass workshop.  The show is going to be wonderful.

Bad: the ridiculous amount of traffic in this City, most of it needless. I spent far too much on taxis today because of too many fools in private cars. If I were dictator, this City would only allow traffic to be public transportation, delivery vehicles, construction vehicles, taxis, and emergency vehicles. It's a pity I'm not.

[Jane]

New topic of the day: Have you ever been stranded somewhere because of the weather - if so, where and for how long?

Aside from all the times we were snowbound?  Even then we weren't truly snowbound as we could go for a walk or sledding.

I have been stranded at airports due to rain or snow storms but always got out after 5-7 hours.  If the entire airport is shut down be smart, which I was, and stock up on food before they sell out.  This is especially important if you are traveling with two young children and are vegetarians.

[Jane]

The garage door repair man was going to be coming between 4 and 6. Just got a call that there is  crew in the area and they'll be here in about 15 minutes.   Cool. Hope they can fix it

Good thing you stayed home.

[Jane]

And feel free to post photos of Dear Cat Minny!!!

Here's a photo of Minny The Cat after he decided to end a book report.

Awwww.

[Jane]

I am sure that must not be Minny's best side.

  But it is still sweet.

[Jane]

No snow yet.

The more I think about the link that DR DAKOTA CELT posted, the more upset I get.  And now this woman is STILL a university employee, gets an office, gets nearly $300,000 in compensation over the next two years AND gets a "glowing" recommendation from people who want her GONE....

She knows how to use the system for sure.  I think if the university really cared, they would hang to the cost and let her take them to court.  She is obviously in the wrong.

I agree and I remember they weren't very supportive of DR Dakota.

[Jane]

Minny says it is done!

Here's Minny when he's concluded his cat inspection duties and getting ready to settle into his favorite chair:

Thank you for the close up of your beautiful Minny.

[Jane]

New topic of the day: Have you ever been stranded somewhere because of the weather - if so, where and for how long?

Does my 64-hour captivity in a Holiday Inn in Atlanta last week count?

I think so.

[Jane]

Here's my DC Minny making me laugh; he really loves his treats!:

[elmore3003]

No snow yet.

The more I think about the link that DR DAKOTA CELT posted, the more upset I get.  And now this woman is STILL a university employee, gets an office, gets nearly $300,000 in compensation over the next two years AND gets a "glowing" recommendation from people who want her GONE....

She knows how to use the system for sure.  I think if the university really cared, they would hang to the cost and let her take them to court.  She is obviously in the wrong.

You are so right, DR JRand63! Blessed are the meek for they shall inherit the earth; well, really! Who wants it after you've been forced to eat it by the little foxes?

[FJL]

As Carly Rae Jepsen goes on in CINDERELLA, I think this is a repeat - but here are the Muppets and Cookie Monster doing SHARE IT MAYBE

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-qTIGg3I5y8

[Cillaliz]

It will be interesting to see if viewers are upset.

Sadly, I don't think the majority will know or notice the difference.

I disagree. They always made a big deal about having a live band.  I think people will notice. I don't know if they will be super mad. But I think most will notice.

I will notice and I don't like it one bit