Topic: A FIT OF PIQUE (Read 27118 times)

Ben · « **Reply #30 on:** January 31, 2005, 07:37:21 AM »

And so we move to Page 2

Ben · « **Reply #31 on:** January 31, 2005, 07:37:35 AM »

Someone else dance, please. I should be working.

Matt H. · « **Reply #32 on:** January 31, 2005, 07:42:26 AM »

Happy Birthday to DR Michael Shayne!!

MBarnum · « **Reply #33 on:** January 31, 2005, 07:43:04 AM »

A very happy birthday to DR Michael Shayne!!

(that really should be "Partay")

S. Woody White · « **Reply #34 on:** January 31, 2005, 07:43:33 AM »

Someone older than I

might have the answer to this one: with Fanny Brice's character Baby Snooks, was Snooks her last name or her first?

Matt H. · « **Reply #35 on:** January 31, 2005, 07:44:05 AM »

After a cold and wet weekend, we have gorgeous winter weather. Chilly but bracing and not super uncomfortable - highs in the upper 40s.

Since I stayed in over the weekend so as not to put myself at the mercy of bad drivers, I have quite a few errands to do this afternoon.

Stuart · « **Reply #36 on:** January 31, 2005, 07:44:38 AM »

Happy Birthday, DR M. Shayne.

TOD: Favorite snacks. Well, as of late, my taste in snacks has changed. Ever since I (and to a much greater extent, the DP) got our cholesterol counts back, we have taken strides to lead a healthier lifestyle, or at least eat better. Out with the fat-laden goodies. In with angel food cake and pretzels which , thankfully, I like.

But if I could eat whatever I wanted, snacks would include the following:

Snickers
Wheat Thins
Triscuits
Pretzels
Dipsy Doodles or, preferably, Fritos
Hydrox (yes, you heard it here....I prefer Hydrox to Oreos)
Drake's Apple Pies (Though Hostess is apparently in national distribution, I still prefer the twin-pack of Drake's pies)
Freihofer's Chocolate Chip cookies
Entenmann's chocolate covered donuts. (Enough of those Krispy Kreme puffy circles...I likes me a REAL donut!)
Sesame Sticks (not the bread-stick types...the thin ones that go into various snack mixes)
Chex Mix, for that matter
And, since I stopped eating fat-laden goodies at about the time DR Jose mentioned it, I would KILL for one of those new Hershey "Take 5" things that include caramel, pretzel and chocolate. I have always loved chocolate-covered pretzels.

I am sure I will think of, or be reminded of, others as the day progresses.

S. Woody White · « **Reply #37 on:** January 31, 2005, 07:44:47 AM »

And I really don't think that's what is intended with the phrase "Oh Mary!"

Matt H. · « **Reply #38 on:** January 31, 2005, 07:46:58 AM »

Favorite snack food: Wise Cheese Doodles (crunchy only).

I also can go through an entire bag of Doritos nacho flavor chips in one sitting. Also love almonds and cashews to excess.

I also am addicted to M&M peanuts, and during these holiday times, you can often find them on sale at various drug stores or mass merchandisers like Target. I'm afraid I don't have enough will power to resist them.

Stuart · « **Reply #39 on:** January 31, 2005, 07:47:50 AM »

Nuts! How could I forget nuts?!?!? I loves 'em all, with the slight exception of walnuts.

(And for the rest of you naughty-minded Dear Readers.........Don't even go there!)

vixmom · « **Reply #40 on:** January 31, 2005, 08:05:06 AM »

I did not go near the computer all weekend, but I was NOT Wussburgering, I was having Quality Family Time.

I got up early Saturday morning and arrived at the bagel shop as they were putting the fresh hot bagels out in the bins, picked up a dozen for our lovely Jane, packed them up , right there in the store (they were still warm when they went into the box DR Jane!) and zipped over to the post office and sent them off.

Then off to the deli for some lovely egg sandwiches and back to the home environment to wake the family and feed them eggy sandwiches.

Then we went out for a glorious morning of family sledding. It was perfect sledding weather, about 30 degrees and sunny, the snow was nice and packed beautifully and for some reason the sledding hill we went to was nearly empty!! There were only 2 families there when we arrived and one was just packing up to go as we arrived. The other stayed another 1/2 hour or so and then they were off and we had the hill to ourselves for the next 2 hours!

Usually there is quite a crowd at this location so we were quite fortunate . We had a wonderful time.

Then home we went for delievert pizza, and hot chocolate made with Cadbury's drinking chocolate.

and then , (finally!) I starting taking down the Christmas tree!! ( I don't like rushing into these things) That pretty much shot the rest of the day..although we did watch "The Return of the King" again

Chinese delivery for dinner..YES!! An entire day and I never went near the stove except to boil the kettle for tea!!

vixmom · « **Reply #41 on:** January 31, 2005, 08:06:21 AM »

Quote from: William F. Orr on January 31, 2005, 07:36:52 AM

Yes... and a character in Writer's Block, upon learing that a couple had named their daughter Mary, may well have replied, "But Mary is a boy's name."

Hisaka · « **Reply #42 on:** January 31, 2005, 08:09:04 AM »

HAPPY BIRTHDAY DR MICHAEL SHAYNE !!!

vixmom · « **Reply #43 on:** January 31, 2005, 08:12:34 AM »

On Sunday after church, we went out to brunch with some newly married friends of ours (they're so cute fiinshing each others sentences and gazing lovingly at each other) and then home to relax and digest and read Benjamin Kritzer all afternoon.

And dinner was Quiznos subs (they're toasty!) with the end result that I managed to get away without cooking a dang thing all weekend!!

(Though I 'm getting a hankering for meatloaf so I think I shall be donning my apron this very evening)

vixmom · « **Reply #44 on:** January 31, 2005, 08:16:51 AM »

Favoritest snack ever: extra sharp New York cheddar on a slice seeded rye, toasted under the broiler until bubbly and a little brown around the edges and a tall glass of milk ..

another favorite - Ritz crackers toasted in the toaster oven and then slathered with Philidelphia Cream Cheese

vixmom · « **Reply #45 on:** January 31, 2005, 08:19:50 AM »

Cadbury's milk chocolate covered biscuits
McVitties Digestive Biscuits
Cadbury's Flake
Terry's Chocolate Orange
Turkey Hill Tin Roof Sundae Ice Cream

vixmom · « **Reply #46 on:** January 31, 2005, 08:22:34 AM »

Here's an interesting thing I got in my email today,
Mel Brooks wants people to PAY to be extra's in his movie!!

"HOW DO I HELP MAKE THE MOVIE?

FoodChange (formerly known as Community Food Resource Center), a 25-year old New York City-based nonprofit dedicated to providing low income families with access to nutritious food and adequate income, is selling seats for participants to be "extras" in a scene in the making of the Mel Brooks movie musical, "The Producers." Be a part of movie history as a member of the opening night audience of Bialystock and Bloom's ill-fated blockbuster musical, SPRINGTIME FOR HITLER.

As you learn about the joys and reality of making a movie from hair and make-up to your 1950's period costume, you will be helping your fellow New Yorkers live healthier lives.

Date: This special event will take place on Monday, March 14, 2005
Time: Early Morning to Final Wrap (exact start time TBD)
Place: St. James Theater, 44th Street (between 7th and 8th Avenues)

Playbill Members save 10% off ticket prices for this event!
Tickets Just $450* (Reg. Price $500)

For more information on how to be a part of this once-in-a lifetime event,
visit www.producersmovieevent.org and follow the instructions for Playbill Members,
or call the Event Hotline at (212) 716-1578.

*Offer is subject to availability and prior sale and cannot be combined with any other offer or discounts. Offer expires on 2/25/05, but may be revoked at any time.

All participants must be 18 years or older, and cannot be a member of SAG (Screen Actors Guild) or any other guild or union that governs performers. While you could have a friend reimburse you if you need to transfer your ticket after purchase, tickets may not be re-sold for an amount over the original purchase price. Resale violations may result in voided tickets. The names of trasferees must be provided by the application deadline."

What do you SAG members make of this?!!!
I wonder how much $$ actually will make it to the charity?

Jrand73 · « **Reply #47 on:** January 31, 2005, 08:30:38 AM »

Happy Birthday, Michael Shayne!!!!

Jrand73 · « **Reply #48 on:** January 31, 2005, 08:32:42 AM »

I love potato chips....especially Mikesell's different flavored brands. There used to be a brand in Indiana called Chesty Potato Chips with a rather barrel-chested young man on the front that we always bought, but I don't think they are made anymore.

I also love peanuts. And club crackers and Ritz crackers are also very good.

Graham crackers with peanut butter.

Jrand73 · « **Reply #49 on:** January 31, 2005, 08:34:23 AM »

I enjoy THE RED HOUSE very much....but one of my favorite later Robinson films was mentioned here by DR CP yesterday...THE STRANGER with some nice performances by Orson Welles, Loretta Young, and Richard Long. Very disturbing film about what must have been a contemporary fear - that ex Nazis were living in small towns under assumed names....you might even end up MARRIED to one!

Jrand73 · « **Reply #50 on:** January 31, 2005, 08:35:20 AM »

VixMom I am not sure of my response to that article. Hmmmmmmmm......charity is okay....but it does throw some actors out of work.

Jrand73 · « **Reply #51 on:** January 31, 2005, 08:35:52 AM »

My pique doesn't fit, it will have to be altered.

vixmom · « **Reply #52 on:** January 31, 2005, 08:36:22 AM »

Ripples original potato chips with homemade onion dip

vixmom · « **Reply #53 on:** January 31, 2005, 08:38:19 AM »

Well I am going to pique myself up and get back to work

Stuart · « **Reply #54 on:** January 31, 2005, 08:41:23 AM »

Quote from: JRand54 on January 31, 2005, 08:32:42 AM

Graham crackers with peanut butter.

Ditto. It is also the only time that I prefer smooth peanut butter to chunky.

Michael · « **Reply #55 on:** January 31, 2005, 09:03:18 AM »

Also a happy birthday to

Ginny · « **Reply #56 on:** January 31, 2005, 09:04:46 AM »

Happy Birthday to DR Michael Shayne. Are you still planning to be in New York for Penny's show on March 19?

Jrand73 · « **Reply #57 on:** January 31, 2005, 09:05:30 AM »

DR SWW - several websites seem to indicate that Victor Hugo wrote his books as novels from beginning to end and that is the way they were published - not as installments. But I may be wrong.

Jrand73 · « **Reply #58 on:** January 31, 2005, 09:06:41 AM »

LES MISERABLES was published first as a complete novel in 1862 according to the forward in the Signet Paperback Edition.

Jane · « **Reply #59 on:** January 31, 2005, 09:08:12 AM »

Elmore-honest I read the entire unabridged Les Miserables that quickly.

I was young, I read fast and without eating-much-or sleeping. These days I'm reading about 10 pages a night.

Oh, and Bryan reads faster than I ever did and with a higher level of comprehension.

I don’t enjoy the Classics animated so I didn’t read the comics.

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