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« Reply #60 on: December 02, 2004, 09:48:40 AM »

Yes DRMB we must have fashion show pictures.

What made the men's shirts so special, I wonder?
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« Reply #61 on: December 02, 2004, 09:55:22 AM »

Mr. Orr, you are a mere 16 posts away from a certain ascension. It actually takes 501 to get there. Post away, my pretty!

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« Reply #62 on: December 02, 2004, 09:57:32 AM »

Contrary to popular opinion alert:

Well maybe it's because I got the DVD for free, or maybe because my expectations were so low due to the negative buzz surrounding it, but I actually rather enjoyed Van Helsing.  I thought the production design was stupendous, and the CGI stuff was great.  The wolfman in this one is seriously scarier than in the latest Harry Potter, IMHO.  I also liked the score, which, yes, did "borrow" heavily from Orff, but also added a nice gypsy guitar motif from time to time that was refreshing.

Condiment:  Nalley's Hot Dog Relish.
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« Reply #63 on: December 02, 2004, 10:02:27 AM »

Today's eBay illogic segment:

I'm selling a bunch of new, never opened DVDs on eBay and most of them close today.  The Star Wars and Looney Tunes sets slowly built the number of "watchers" throughout the auctions until they both got to about $30.00.  Then the watchers peeled off one by one.  Both sets shot up about $10.00 each this morning, and now suddenly they are adding watchers by the handful for the last few hours of the auctions.  I'm wondering if these are other sellers of the same items seeing what they go for.

Does anyone have need/want of the original deluxe video release of That's Entertainment III, in the huge box, with CD, posters, and two videos?  Let me know--it can be yours, cheap!!

And I also have a huge bag of old kids' videos I'll unload cheap--tons of Disney stuff, old Jonny Quest, Scooby Do, etc.  Yours for a mere pittance.  :)
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« Reply #64 on: December 02, 2004, 10:09:39 AM »

Yesterday's LOL eBay segment:

I got an "ask the seller a question" question from a new eBayer (0 feedback, just registered) asking me if my new, unopened "Seven Brides for Seven Brothers" DVD was an original or a copy and if it had all the original packaging.  I get so frustrated with these people, honestly.  So I replied with trenchant (hopefully) wit, telling them that of course I only sold illegal bootlegs and was lying about everything in the description, that it had no original packaging and came in a brown bag, and that my only joy in life was deceiving people on eBay.  Well, it made me laugh, anyway.
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« Reply #65 on: December 02, 2004, 10:11:08 AM »

I, too, got Van Helsing for free (along with the Chronicles of Riddick), but that didn't help it for me.  I think half the production design was done in a computer with the actors in blue screen.
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« Reply #66 on: December 02, 2004, 10:12:09 AM »

The commentary said a lot of the stuff was matte paintings.  Sommers says who the artist is several times, but I can't recall right now.
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« Reply #67 on: December 02, 2004, 10:16:06 AM »

What?  No mention yet of horseradish?

Without it, gefilte fish wouldn't be, well, gefilte fish.

Prime rib without creamy horseradish?  Unthinkable!
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« Reply #68 on: December 02, 2004, 10:22:36 AM »

Mustard, horseradish (sometimes), kosher dills.  Too much to do. Bye.
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« Reply #69 on: December 02, 2004, 10:28:38 AM »

JRand54, the men's shirts really were nothing spectacular if I recall correctly...but went for about $45.00!
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« Reply #70 on: December 02, 2004, 10:42:17 AM »

Good morning all

Condiments - Ketchup is a classic, of course.  Mayo over Miracle Whip, always.  Of course, TCB, I'd be willing to have a go at that shrimp and maraconi salad :)  I actually also make a great shrimp and macaroni salad, but I use mayo.  Ranch dressing is my favorite dip, hands down.  Mustard goes on hot dogs, along with ketchup.  Relish goes in tuna salad, but not on hot dogs.  
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« Reply #71 on: December 02, 2004, 10:45:36 AM »

Van Helsing - I saw it...the computer geek in me loved the CGI effects.  They were pretty spectacular.  The movie itself...well, I had fun laughing at it, that's for sure.  
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« Reply #72 on: December 02, 2004, 10:56:13 AM »

Hello all.  While I'm here, may as wel post on the topic d'jour...

On ketchup, I'm none too picky, but usually go with Heinz.  
I'm a big mustard fan, particularly of the horseradish, sweet hot, and dark pub varieties, though generic yellow (and numerous others) will do just fine.
For mayo, I go for Best Foods (Helleman's).  Have had mayo on fries now and then... not too bad, but I prefer thousand island, ranch, tartar sauce, or ketchup.
Steak sauce?  Goodness no!  A good, virtuous steak wouldn't dare be seen with such unseemly company.  Some horseradish, however, can be a lovely addition.
As for pickles, I love a crunchy kosher dill.  I use sweets in macaroni salad, and will go either dill or sweet with tuna.  Can't remember what kind it was, but the worst pickle I've ever tasted was at the Stage Deli in NYC.  Luckily, the rest of the meal was much better.
On the rare occasion that I'll eat a hot dog, I want onions, mustard, and relish.
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« Reply #73 on: December 02, 2004, 11:06:34 AM »

It's hard to do Buddy Hackett's voice--especially in text--but I'll try.

Buddy Hackett:  My mother didn't make horse radish.  
She made [size=10]HORSE RADISH!!!!!![/size][/glow]
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« Reply #74 on: December 02, 2004, 11:23:59 AM »

DRJMK - have you shared your NPR news here at HHW?  I noticed you mentioned it on the board at the FF Tribute!
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« Reply #75 on: December 02, 2004, 11:28:54 AM »

Jed?  Jed?  Is that really you?
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« Reply #76 on: December 02, 2004, 11:38:47 AM »

Well I'm still somewhat sworn to secrecy, as it's still in production, and I think I *did* mention months ago that I had been contacted.  But an NPR documentary in which Frances figures tangentially, and which relies quite a bit on research I've developed over the past several years, is currently slated for an April 2005 broadcast.  As it becomes finalized, I'll certainly be shilling it non-stop, LOL.  It's being produced by a very well known and widely respected guy who just happens to have won several Peabody and Murrow awards.  I'm quite excited to have been able to provide them with a lot of source material.  And I of course urge everyone who probably couldn't care less :) to read my web article at:

http://hometown.aol.com/jmkauffman/sheddinglight.html

And post a comment to either the forum or the guestbook while you're at it (links at the bottom of the article).  I get personal emails by the drove from this thing (from places as far away as Siberia and Idaho, LOL), but nobody ever posts to either of the fora (and how about you, Fauna--ooh, a Frank Zappa reference, kind of) I have set up for discussion.
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« Reply #77 on: December 02, 2004, 11:42:29 AM »

Jed is here!
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« Reply #78 on: December 02, 2004, 11:43:45 AM »

Well...I wouldn't say NO ONE - DRJMK!
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« Reply #79 on: December 02, 2004, 11:53:30 AM »

Youre right, JR, and I think you actually posted twice, LOL.

Here's a good laugh for everyone:

http://www.scalzi.com/whatever/003030.html

JR, don't take one of the items too seriously.
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« Reply #80 on: December 02, 2004, 12:01:56 PM »

LOL JMK - I think UPN has scheduled the Ayn Rand Christmas Special!  Or maybe it was syndicated.
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« Reply #81 on: December 02, 2004, 12:03:27 PM »

Wow!  Everyone here has something exciting going on!  What a happenin' crowd.  You're all very inspiring.

Before I forget, a couple of Break a Legs to DRs Matt and JRand for their opening nights of Nuncrackers and MBCWCB!  And to DR TCB to continue breaking legs on his second smash weekend as Scrooge!
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« Reply #82 on: December 02, 2004, 12:16:17 PM »

Everyone is going to have broken legs!

Good to see you around these here parts DR Jed!!!

It is mighty cold in our office...I don't think the heat is working...and it is 35 degrees out today! (I have my old man sweater on, but my fingers are numb)
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« Reply #83 on: December 02, 2004, 12:21:34 PM »

DR JAY did you get to watch anymore of your video?
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« Reply #84 on: December 02, 2004, 12:23:32 PM »

Greetings from Cleveland!  I'm here on Ohio's North Coast for 2 days of meetings at the Foundation Center.  Staying out in the 'burbs and I'm on my way out for an evening of serious shopping (no Nordstrom's near where I live...).  When I get home on Saturday, I'll get serious about decorating for Christmas and post some pictures.  BTW, Tuesday's balloon glow was postponed (we had wind like NYC, DRElmore), so the caramel corn bags are stored in an air-tight container (hope they stay fresh).

Belated good wishes to Jane and her Echo - hope the improvement is continuing.

Also, belated "break a leg" wishes to all involved in theatrical productions.  DRMatth, is it true that a bad dress rehearsal means you'll have a good opening night?

RE Condiments - my mother's homemade bread and butter pickles are an absolute necessity on burgers and meat loaf sandwiches.  She's been making the same recipe for 45 years.
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« Reply #85 on: December 02, 2004, 12:47:07 PM »

My somewhat exciting news is that I've won a copy of The Dangerous Christmas Of Red Riding Hood for just $9.99 on eBay.  
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« Reply #86 on: December 02, 2004, 12:48:51 PM »

Here's a good laugh for everyone:

http://www.scalzi.com/whatever/003030.html
I hope you realize, DR JMK, that it is nearly impossible to read that piece with a straight face, as I just attempted to do while der Brucer was chortleing away.

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« Reply #87 on: December 02, 2004, 12:49:04 PM »

Youre right, JR, and I think you actually posted twice, LOL.

Here's a good laugh for everyone:

JR, don't take one of the items too seriously.

I think I might have enjoyed that Village People special!

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« Reply #88 on: December 02, 2004, 12:50:05 PM »

Just picked up some interesting DVDs before coming back to the home environment from my morning travels: The Terminal, The Emmanuelle Collection (the first three movies - guilty pleasures all), and best of all Ride the High Surf, starring Mr. Fabian, Miss Shelley Fabares, Mr. Tab Hunter, and Miss Barbara Eden.
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« Reply #89 on: December 02, 2004, 12:52:49 PM »

Just picked up some interesting DVDs before coming back to the home environment from my morning travels: The Terminal, The Emmanuelle Collection (the first three movies - guilty pleasures all), and best of all Ride the High Surf, starring Mr. Fabian, Miss Shelley Fabares, Mr. Tab Hunter, and Miss Barbara Eden.

Isn't it RIDE THE WILD SURF?
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