Topic: THE BOB AND JULE NOTES (Read 4060 times)

Freddie · « **Reply #180 on:** January 27, 2025, 04:09:08 PM »

This was discussed in a thread by Alan Gomberg on Facebook, including the somewhat weird clown cut-outs in the back, and I thought some here might find it entertaining.

Janet Blair sings "Some People" on the Ed Sullivan Show, 1963
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4QSximzIZqM

Ginny · « **Reply #181 on:** January 27, 2025, 04:09:18 PM »

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How did I manage to get myself in charge of a book discussion for one group this coming Saturday morning and the refreshment committee for another group next Monday afternoon?

Is it a good book?

Founding Gardeners: The Revolutionary Generation, Nature, and the Shaping of the American Nation by Andrea Wulf

It’s more interesting than it sounds, especially since I’ve been to Washington’s Mount Vernon, Jefferson’s Monticello, and Madison’s Montpelier. My favorite chapter is the one about the creation of Washington, DC, and the White House.

And on pages 115-116 there’s a truly frightening discussion of the Founders’ skepticism about the sustainability of the Republic.

I would be afraid to discuss anything that could be political right now. It was fine when our group were all on the same page. I am sure a few of the newer members are on that other page, the one we don't like.

Yes, DR Jane, I’m going to keep the discussion focused on the botany and gardening and tourism. I’ve only shared pages 115-116 with Richard.

Ginny · « **Reply #182 on:** January 27, 2025, 04:10:15 PM »

Vibes for DR George’s mother! Have they checked her for blood clots?

Ginny · « **Reply #183 on:** January 27, 2025, 04:12:19 PM »

Quote from: Jane on January 27, 2025, 03:40:21 PM

DR Ginny what were your top favorite recent book group books?

Yellowface
How the Penguins Saved Veronica
Morning in this Broken World
West with Giraffes

George · « **Reply #184 on:** January 27, 2025, 04:12:20 PM »

Quote from: Jane on January 27, 2025, 03:39:56 PM

We currently do not have a book for February.

Jane, have you ever suggested one of BK's books?

Just curious.

George · « **Reply #185 on:** January 27, 2025, 04:20:31 PM »

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DR George, I hope everything concerning your ma's legs comes out well.

Thanks, Larry. She called me this morning and wanted me to come over earlier than I was planning so that I could feed her cat Henry because she hasn't been able to get out of bed. Lying still causes no pain at all.

It must be very bad if she couldn't get up for Henry, but then she knew she could call you. More vibes for your mother.

Thanks, Jane. My friend Shelly (who used to work at the same hospital that my mom worked at) called there and found out that she's still there and in a hall in the ER. She's comfortable (for the most part) and sleeping. They did some tests including a CAT scan, but the results from that haven't come in yet. That's the latest.

George · « **Reply #186 on:** January 27, 2025, 04:21:50 PM »

Quote from: Jane on January 27, 2025, 03:44:29 PM

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I came over and she was able to call her doctor's office because the pain had increased. They said to call 911 so that they could evaluate her. She did, and the EMTs came very quickly and brought her to whichever ER they took her to, and now I'm just waiting to hear from someone...anyone. $:-\$

Oh my. She would get to the car for you to drive her there. This sounds very scary.

Yup...but fortunately not so scary now.

George · « **Reply #187 on:** January 27, 2025, 04:23:05 PM »

And Henry is napping comfortably:

Laura · « **Reply #188 on:** January 27, 2025, 05:27:06 PM »

No rain today.

John G. · « **Reply #189 on:** January 27, 2025, 05:40:46 PM »

We got a tiny but of rain.

John G. · « **Reply #190 on:** January 27, 2025, 05:47:01 PM »

I have placed a reservation on Founding Gardeners. Sounds fascinating.

John G. · « **Reply #191 on:** January 27, 2025, 05:50:36 PM »

I started listening to a Ken Follett called The Modigliani Scandal. It’s short, but it’s not interesting. I’m two-thirds of the way through it and can hardly care less about any character or thread. There’s no tension, no drive.

bk · « **Reply #192 on:** January 27, 2025, 05:58:37 PM »

I don't believe Jane has ever suggested a book I've written. Curious.

bk · « **Reply #193 on:** January 27, 2025, 05:58:57 PM »

Working on the rehearsal schedule - tricky.

bk · « **Reply #194 on:** January 27, 2025, 05:59:19 PM »

And since I move quickly, difficult to plan.

bk · « **Reply #195 on:** January 27, 2025, 06:00:28 PM »

Made spaghetti with red sauce for food.

bk · « **Reply #196 on:** January 27, 2025, 06:01:22 PM »

Was completely out of Diet Coke so I got some via Instacart. Should last me for a week or two. Trying to cut down.

bk · « **Reply #197 on:** January 27, 2025, 06:01:32 PM »

Didn't leave the house.

bk · « **Reply #198 on:** January 27, 2025, 06:02:42 PM »

Ah, the page that shall not be named.

bk · « **Reply #199 on:** January 27, 2025, 06:03:07 PM »

Thinking about a movie.

bk · « **Reply #200 on:** January 27, 2025, 06:03:48 PM »

But I'd have to walk to the couch.

bk · « **Reply #201 on:** January 27, 2025, 06:03:55 PM »

Perhaps I will.

bk · « **Reply #202 on:** January 27, 2025, 06:05:22 PM »

But first.

bk · « **Reply #203 on:** January 27, 2025, 06:05:36 PM »

We really should get the HELL off this page.

bk · « **Reply #204 on:** January 27, 2025, 06:05:43 PM »

I know we can.

bk · « **Reply #205 on:** January 27, 2025, 06:05:54 PM »

We're not that far.

bk · « **Reply #206 on:** January 27, 2025, 06:06:02 PM »

Closer than ever.

bk · « **Reply #207 on:** January 27, 2025, 06:06:12 PM »

Starting here, starting now.

bk · « **Reply #208 on:** January 27, 2025, 06:06:20 PM »

I can feel it.

bk · « **Reply #209 on:** January 27, 2025, 06:06:42 PM »

And I do believe page eight is waiting in the wings.

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