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Title: THE SWORD OF DAMOCLES
Post by: bk on January 12, 2012, 12:20:59 AM
Well, you've read the notes, the notes rid themselves of the Sword of Damocles, and now it is time for you to post until the cows come home - they're currently reading up on Damocles and his damn sword.
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Post by: bk on January 12, 2012, 12:21:36 AM
And the word of the day is: EXPOSTULATE!
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Post by: elmore3003 on January 12, 2012, 04:07:52 AM
Good morning, all! New York appears to be under a torrential rainfall, and the sound of the heavy rain awoke me around 6am. I was dreaming about the cast of "Christmas Up the Holler," but we all seemed to be working in a bookstore at Christmas: I was trying to transfer a phone call from Favid Lutken to the order dept. and our stage manager Meg was using the photocopier. It was msot peculiar.

Today is another Encores! day, so I'll see what Joshie has ready for me to peruse: I think one of the numbers is the Act Two reprise of "Not A Day Goes By," and I may be working on the various transition sections of the title song. We'll see.

More coffee!
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Post by: Ben on January 12, 2012, 04:45:09 AM
Morning all.

That is all.
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Post by: Ben on January 12, 2012, 04:45:23 AM
Late rising for me and then I got to the office to find an e-mail sent at 11:35 last night asking me to review some things for my boss in time for her meeting at 9am. I just finished that so I'm on to other things.
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Post by: John G. on January 12, 2012, 05:06:20 AM
Good morning, all.
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Post by: John G. on January 12, 2012, 05:07:08 AM
Cedar allergens in the air are so heavy that I can barely open my eyes this morning.
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Post by: John G. on January 12, 2012, 05:18:46 AM
Funny Liza Minnelli spoof via Christine Pedi

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OdrjRBB8TA4
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Post by: Laura on January 12, 2012, 05:38:18 AM
Oatmeal with apples and brown sugar.
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Post by: Dan (the Man) on January 12, 2012, 05:40:57 AM
Bowlfull of Cheerios with a banana.
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Post by: Dan (the Man) on January 12, 2012, 05:46:02 AM
*  *  *  *  *  HEALTH VIBES FOR ZACH SHORT, SON OF DR ELMORE'S FRIEND  *  *  *  *  *
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Post by: Dan (the Man) on January 12, 2012, 05:59:22 AM
I sometimes dream about being a writer but last night was not what I have in mind.

I had a dream that I was a writer on some kind of internet salon-type website and I received my latest assignment by Yahoo Messenger:  I was to write an article about a mayor of Cheyenne, WI, during the days of the Wild West.  I became very depressed because I not only had no interest in the Wild West and its politicians but also because I knew I would have to spend the day at a library that was off in the boondocks somewhere.

Why can't I have dreams where I'm to do a pool-side interview with Cheyenne Jackson instead?
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Post by: ArnoldMBrockman on January 12, 2012, 06:02:57 AM
And the word of the day is: EXPOSTULATE!

And The Song Of The Day Is:  WHY CAN'T YOU BEHAVE?
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Post by: Kerry on January 12, 2012, 06:09:10 AM
Sourdough toast with peanut butter and a glass of orange juice.
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Post by: John G. on January 12, 2012, 06:49:39 AM
An apple.
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Post by: ArnoldMBrockman on January 12, 2012, 06:51:52 AM
BK

I Have A Question For You. Since You Are Doing A Round-Up Of Recordings That You Have Accomplished.

If You Had To Do A CD Of The Twelve Best Tracks Of Your Recording History
What Would They Be???????
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Post by: FJL on January 12, 2012, 06:54:18 AM
Vibes for Larry's friends
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Post by: Jennifer on January 12, 2012, 07:00:51 AM
Vibes for DR Elmore's friend Zach! ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
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Post by: Jennifer on January 12, 2012, 07:01:25 AM
DR Jane sorry to hear about your shoulder.  You must love your nook for that reason!

I can't believe how much i am loving my kindle!
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Post by: Jennifer on January 12, 2012, 07:02:23 AM
There is supposed to be a major snow storm here this afternoon. :(

10-15 cms today and 10 cms tomorrow. :(

I was supposed to go pick up my nieces today. Will have to see how the weather is. I don't like driving in 10 cms of snow. Yuck, yuck, yuck!
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Post by: Druxy on January 12, 2012, 07:03:45 AM
Watching LAW & ORDER: SVU last night reminded me of this.

Does anybody remember this show and it's title?

Back in the late 1960s or early 70s, there was a very popular audience-interactive show done in Los Angeles, and (I believe) in other parts of the country.

In Los Angeles, it did not take place in a theater, but in some large Masonic-like hall with lots of rooms, located on Highland Avenue, a block or two south of the Bowl. 

Obviously, my memory is very fuzzy on this, but I think the title of the show was a woman's name and it was set in Italy sometime before WW2.

There were no seats.  The audience would come in, stand and watch an opening scene(s) being played, then they would break into groups and follow one of the characters (of their choosing), who who then play scenes with other characters.  Again, the audience would choose a character, then follow him/her.  This would go on for a couple of hours.

A person could come back to the show again and again, each time following a different character and see the play from a totally new perspective each time.

So, anybody remember this play and what it was called?

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Post by: John G. on January 12, 2012, 07:15:18 AM
Watching LAW & ORDER: SVU last night reminded me of this.

Does anybody remember this show and it's title?

Back in the late 1960s or early 70s, there was a very popular audience-interactive show done in Los Angeles, and (I believe) in other parts of the country.

In Los Angeles, it did not take place in a theater, but in some large Masonic-like hall with lots of rooms, located on Highland Avenue, a block or two south of the Bowl. 

Obviously, my memory is very fuzzy on this, but I think the title of the show was a woman's name and it was set in Italy sometime before WW2.

There were no seats.  The audience would come in, stand and watch an opening scene(s) being played, then they would break into groups and follow one of the characters (of their choosing), who who then play scenes with other characters.  Again, the audience would choose a character, then follow him/her.  This would go on for a couple of hours.

A person could come back to the show again and again, each time following a different character and see the play from a totally new perspective each time.

So, anybody remember this play and what it was called?


Was that "Tamara"?
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Post by: Druxy on January 12, 2012, 07:22:01 AM
Watching LAW & ORDER: SVU last night reminded me of this.

Does anybody remember this show and it's title?

Back in the late 1960s or early 70s, there was a very popular audience-interactive show done in Los Angeles, and (I believe) in other parts of the country.

In Los Angeles, it did not take place in a theater, but in some large Masonic-like hall with lots of rooms, located on Highland Avenue, a block or two south of the Bowl. 

Obviously, my memory is very fuzzy on this, but I think the title of the show was a woman's name and it was set in Italy sometime before WW2.

There were no seats.  The audience would come in, stand and watch an opening scene(s) being played, then they would break into groups and follow one of the characters (of their choosing), who who then play scenes with other characters.  Again, the audience would choose a character, then follow him/her.  This would go on for a couple of hours.

A person could come back to the show again and again, each time following a different character and see the play from a totally new perspective each time.

So, anybody remember this play and what it was called?


Was that "Tamara"?

Yes, that's it.

It was at the American Legion Hall in Los Angeles.

I thought it was done in the 60s or  70s, but it was in the 1980s.

Boy, is my memory going.

  :-\

Thanks.
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Post by: Ben on January 12, 2012, 07:29:52 AM
I'm listening to a great program about the BBC British presenter

David Jacobs (http://www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/episode/b00yz3v9/David_Jacobs_On_the_Record_Episode_1/)

This is Part 1. It will be available for a week and then Part 2 will be broadcast.
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Post by: Doug R on January 12, 2012, 07:36:18 AM
DR Jane: I've been reading your interesting posts about your cruise. I've often thought about doing a cruise but I very easily get seasick so I don't think I can risk it.
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Post by: Dan (the Man) on January 12, 2012, 07:40:41 AM
DR Jane sorry to hear about your shoulder.  You must love your nook for that reason!

I can't believe how much i am loving my kindle!

That reminds me--I discovered something about borrowing e-books from libraries.  Like a regular library, you can borrow books only for a few weeks at a time and at the end of that period, the book is automatically made inaccessible on your Kindle (this probably goes for Nooks, too.)  But I found that as long as you you do not allow your Kindle to connect to the internet, you can keep the borrowed book beyond the expiration date.  Back in October, I put THE NIGHT CIRCUS on hold and it did not become available to me until the second week in December.  I downloaded it, but because I'm still slogging though the Joe Papp biography, I've had no chance to even begin reading it.  However, since the time I imported the book, I've never turned on my Whysperlync (My Kindle is 1st generation.)  I've received the e-mail message telling me that the lending period has expired, but THE NIGHT CIRCUS is still in my contents and is readable.  Eventually, I will get to it (as soon as Joe Papp shuffles off his mortal coil, that is...)
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Post by: Dan (the Man) on January 12, 2012, 07:43:54 AM
Wow--TAMARA was a predecessor of TONY 'N' TINA's WEDDING and other shows of that ilk.
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Post by: FJL on January 12, 2012, 07:59:19 AM
Thanks, George, for your comment last night!
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Post by: Ginny on January 12, 2012, 07:59:28 AM
Thursday morning greetings!  SW Ohio is expecting some snow this afternoon/evening and you'd think the end of the world was coming.
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Post by: Jrand74 on January 12, 2012, 07:59:28 AM
Vibes for Zach son of the friends of DR ELMORE.
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Post by: Jrand74 on January 12, 2012, 08:01:58 AM
DR DtM - the Dream-O-Matic 6000 says that your dream indicates that you are fascinated and annoyed by the internet, particularly its lack of organization.

It also says, although information you need - job related and personal - is available to you on the WWW, it is difficult to find without offering distractions.
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Post by: JMK on January 12, 2012, 08:02:36 AM
Quoth BK yestereve:

Quote
After twenty-two pages of book, and two sets of liner notes, you might imagine that I'm not chomping at the bit to now write the notes - but I shall, Blanche, I shall.

Blanche was already asleep by the time you posted that, BK, she didn't hear you.
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Post by: Jrand74 on January 12, 2012, 08:02:42 AM
Well I will be skipping the Golden Globe awards show Sunday night.  I will not spend another evening with Mr Gervais the Jerk. 
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Post by: JMK on January 12, 2012, 08:03:39 AM
Blanche is once again in the "Cone of Shame" because she has this spot on her paw she won't stop licking.  This syndrome has an actual name that's something like "licking granularium" or something like that.  If we can't get her to stop, are you ready for the cure?  Prozac.  (For her, not us).
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Post by: Jrand74 on January 12, 2012, 08:03:43 AM
Page Two Liberace Dance.  ;D
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Post by: Jrand74 on January 12, 2012, 08:03:58 AM
Thanks for the Broadway Report DR JOSE.....
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Post by: Ginny on January 12, 2012, 08:29:35 AM
Well I will be skipping the Golden Globe awards show Sunday night.  I will not spend another evening with Mr Gervais the Jerk. 

My sentiments exactly, DR JRand!
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Post by: Jrand74 on January 12, 2012, 08:36:46 AM
Here comes the snow!!!

Maybe the ratings will drop in the Middle West DR GINNY - but I don't think they care.
Title: Re: THE SWORD OF DAMOCLES
Post by: John G. on January 12, 2012, 08:37:20 AM
Watching LAW & ORDER: SVU last night reminded me of this.

Does anybody remember this show and it's title?

Back in the late 1960s or early 70s, there was a very popular audience-interactive show done in Los Angeles, and (I believe) in other parts of the country.

In Los Angeles, it did not take place in a theater, but in some large Masonic-like hall with lots of rooms, located on Highland Avenue, a block or two south of the Bowl. 

Obviously, my memory is very fuzzy on this, but I think the title of the show was a woman's name and it was set in Italy sometime before WW2.

There were no seats.  The audience would come in, stand and watch an opening scene(s) being played, then they would break into groups and follow one of the characters (of their choosing), who who then play scenes with other characters.  Again, the audience would choose a character, then follow him/her.  This would go on for a couple of hours.

A person could come back to the show again and again, each time following a different character and see the play from a totally new perspective each time.

So, anybody remember this play and what it was called?


Was that "Tamara"?

Yes, that's it.

It was at the American Legion Hall in Los Angeles.

I thought it was done in the 60s or  70s, but it was in the 1980s.

Boy, is my memory going.

  :-\

Thanks.

Never saw it and don't know what corner of my trivial brain that was pulled from. I remember, though, standing in line at TKTS on several occasions waiting to see something else and the "Tamara" pushers were practically giving away tickets. The appeal of not having to stand in line almost won out.  
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Post by: John G. on January 12, 2012, 08:37:37 AM
Safe driving for all those with snow.
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Post by: Jennifer on January 12, 2012, 08:46:05 AM
DR Jane sorry to hear about your shoulder.  You must love your nook for that reason!

I can't believe how much i am loving my kindle!

That reminds me--I discovered something about borrowing e-books from libraries.  Like a regular library, you can borrow books only for a few weeks at a time and at the end of that period, the book is automatically made inaccessible on your Kindle (this probably goes for Nooks, too.)  But I found that as long as you you do not allow your Kindle to connect to the internet, you can keep the borrowed book beyond the expiration date.  Back in October, I put THE NIGHT CIRCUS on hold and it did not become available to me until the second week in December.  I downloaded it, but because I'm still slogging though the Joe Papp biography, I've had no chance to even begin reading it.  However, since the time I imported the book, I've never turned on my Whysperlync (My Kindle is 1st generation.)  I've received the e-mail message telling me that the lending period has expired, but THE NIGHT CIRCUS is still in my contents and is readable.  Eventually, I will get to it (as soon as Joe Papp shuffles off his mortal coil, that is...)

That makes sense. Although that means you can't view the internet or download any new books. And the person next after you in the library queue is still waiting.
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Post by: Jennifer on January 12, 2012, 08:47:05 AM
DR Jane: I've been reading your interesting posts about your cruise. I've often thought about doing a cruise but I very easily get seasick so I don't think I can risk it.

There are some bigger ships where there would be much less turbulence. Plus you could always find a calm season for the water. You probably would hardly notice it.
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Post by: Jennifer on January 12, 2012, 08:47:48 AM
Well I will be skipping the Golden Globe awards show Sunday night.  I will not spend another evening with Mr Gervais the Jerk. 

My sentiments exactly, DR JRand!

You guys could always just watch the Red Carpet.
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Post by: Ginny on January 12, 2012, 08:49:16 AM
DR Jane: I've been reading your interesting posts about your cruise. I've often thought about doing a cruise but I very easily get seasick so I don't think I can risk it.

Two words, DR Doug R:  River Cruise
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Post by: JMK on January 12, 2012, 08:53:25 AM
I missed all the brouhaha with the Globes last year (though I watched excerpts on YouTube much later when I was reading about it all), so I think I will tune in this year just to watch the stars squirm.  :)
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Post by: JMK on January 12, 2012, 08:54:00 AM
Jennifer, I have to wonder if "keeping" an e-book would really prevent the next person "in line" from getting it. 
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Post by: JMK on January 12, 2012, 08:54:28 AM
DR Jane: I've been reading your interesting posts about your cruise. I've often thought about doing a cruise but I very easily get seasick so I don't think I can risk it.

Two words, DR Doug R:  River Cruise

I spent 10 years of my life as Music Director on a river cruise line.  Oy and vey.
Title: Re: THE SWORD OF DAMOCLES
Post by: JMK on January 12, 2012, 08:55:19 AM
They (whoever they are) are saying we may indeed have snow tonight or tomorrow.  I can't wait.
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Post by: JMK on January 12, 2012, 08:55:49 AM
It has been *incredibly* windy here for the past two days.  I guess I should call the tenants to see if the fence repair has held up.
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Post by: Doug R on January 12, 2012, 09:21:44 AM
I'm listening to a great program about the BBC British presenter

David Jacobs (http://www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/episode/b00yz3v9/David_Jacobs_On_the_Record_Episode_1/)

This is Part 1. It will be available for a week and then Part 2 will be broadcast.

Thanks for that link Ben. I'm a big fan of David Jacobs having been listening to him on the radio for about 60 years. I mentioned him in a post recently. he was the commentator in my all-time favorite '50s radio series "Journey Into Space" - recently issued on CD again.
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Post by: Doug R on January 12, 2012, 09:23:15 AM
I've been free of backache for years - until I woke with lower back pain today!
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Post by: Ron Pulliam on January 12, 2012, 09:27:43 AM
Heigh-ho!


It is Thursday in Oakland of CA.

I was home sick yesterday.

I have this sinus condition that goes back and forth from being "sensitive to allergens" to being sinusitis with side effects (i.e., a buttload of other stuff).

Literally, sadly.

You go and go.  And when you think you cannot possibly go again, you do.

But that's behind me today, so to speak.

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Post by: Jennifer on January 12, 2012, 09:31:06 AM
Jennifer, I have to wonder if "keeping" an e-book would really prevent the next person "in line" from getting it. 

I've never taken an ebook out from the library. But I know DR Jane does. And I think you have to wait your turn. And I thought the next person only got it when the person before was done. Maybe someone who takes out ebooks can tell us.
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Post by: Jennifer on January 12, 2012, 09:32:52 AM
Heigh-ho!


It is Thursday in Oakland of CA.

I was home sick yesterday.

I have this sinus condition that goes back and forth from being "sensitive to allergens" to being sinusitis with side effects (i.e., a buttload of other stuff).

Literally, sadly.

You go and go.  And when you think you cannot possibly go again, you do.

But that's behind me today, so to speak.



Have you ever tried the netipot? They make one now that is just a squeezer. A lot of people i know who have sinus problems use this (i do, my sis does, her best friend does, her husband does). It really clears out your nasal passages!
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Post by: JoseSPiano on January 12, 2012, 09:40:13 AM
Good Morning! Good Afternoon!

I'm up, I'm up... And I've been here since 9:00am.
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Post by: JoseSPiano on January 12, 2012, 09:42:01 AM
I'm on a lunch break right now, and then I just have one more lesson/coaching at 1:00. And then I think I'm going to head back to th UES and spend the rest of my day just taking it easy. -Especially since I have an 11-hour call on Friday.
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Post by: Jrand74 on January 12, 2012, 09:42:35 AM
Maybe it's the weather DR DOUG R.
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Post by: JoseSPiano on January 12, 2012, 09:42:54 AM
And, yes, the rain was gross this morning. Thankfully, my boxes arrived yesterday, so I was able to use my new rain boots. Truly a worthwhile investment.
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Post by: Jrand74 on January 12, 2012, 09:43:30 AM
I like the song "The Sword of Damocles" from The Rocky Horror [Picture] Show.
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Post by: Jrand74 on January 12, 2012, 09:44:33 AM
Snow is covering up the grass here.....but the streets are still clear.

I am converting some OLD video tapes of productions from the 1980's to DVD - and there are some embarrassing performances and productions among them.....some of which belong to me.
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Post by: JoseSPiano on January 12, 2012, 09:44:40 AM
And, yes, DR Druxy, TAMARA was in the 80's. Now we have SLEEP NO MORE.
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Post by: JoseSPiano on January 12, 2012, 09:44:56 AM
!!!PAGE THREE!!!
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Post by: John G. on January 12, 2012, 09:46:06 AM
In 1993, there was a one-night reunion of the original cast of "Company" with Dean Jones that was supposed to have been filmed. Does anybody know if there is a film or any recording of that?
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Post by: John G. on January 12, 2012, 09:46:23 AM
I like the song "The Sword of Damocles" from The Rocky Horror [Picture] Show.
I do, too.
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Post by: Jrand74 on January 12, 2012, 09:47:07 AM
I missed all the brouhaha with the Globes last year (though I watched excerpts on YouTube much later when I was reading about it all), so I think I will tune in this year just to watch the stars squirm.  :)

DR JMK if I had thought he was being clever or sly or ironic - I might have enjoyed it more, since seeing an ego deflated can be enjoyable.  To me, though, he seemed smug and self-serving - not as pleasant to watch.

I am not particularly looking forward to Billy Crystal on the Oscar show - since he makes it all about HIM......
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Post by: bk on January 12, 2012, 09:48:25 AM
I'm up, but have just been in bed for an hour.  Now I'm here and in a little while I shall finesse.
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Post by: bk on January 12, 2012, 09:48:54 AM
Arnold M. Brockman - coming up with that kind of list is always very difficult.
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Post by: JoseSPiano on January 12, 2012, 09:51:23 AM
So...

My mom's friend, Susan, dropped off a Thank You package for me yesterday at the house. I was able to arrange some comps for her and my parents to see MY FAIR LADY. My mom sent an email to me last night at 2:17am:

"I will open the card for you rather than mailing it or do you want me to mail it to you.
Will keep the wine & candy."

Well...

While I was in a lesson a little while ago, my mom left me a voicemail stating that she had opened the card. She then read to me what Susan had written. And that there was a $50 bill in their too.

"I'll just keep it all here."

WHAT?!?!?!?

I just left a voicemail for her telling her that she could have easily sent me the card, even after she had already opened it and read it to me. I would like to SEE the card for myself. I also told her I would donate the $50 to a charity of my choosing. We'll see what happens.
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Post by: Dan (the Man) on January 12, 2012, 09:51:52 AM
Oddly enough, I can recall Liberace dancing on a few variety shows.  He was a trooper.
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Post by: JoseSPiano on January 12, 2012, 09:57:08 AM
In 1993, there was a one-night reunion of the original cast of "Company" with Dean Jones that was supposed to have been filmed. Does anybody know if there is a film or any recording of that?

DR John G - I believe it's in NYPL. I've also seen some clips of YouTube.

*Jason Graae tweeted a weeks ago that he had walked into a restaurant where it turned out there was a cast reunion of COMPANY. Stritch was there, as well as Dona Vaughn and here husband, Ron Raines. I'm not sure if he posted that on his Facebook page too.

Here are the links to his tweets:
http://twitter.com/JasonGraae/status/154046836762607617
http://twitter.com/JasonGraae/status/154228081052237824
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Post by: Jrand74 on January 12, 2012, 10:01:45 AM
I loved doing THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW for about 12 weeks......stage manager and various Transylvanians.....my favorite part to do was the floor show!!!!

I'm a wild and an untamed thing!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rxeNU3pSClg&feature=related
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Post by: Dan (the Man) on January 12, 2012, 10:10:14 AM
Jennifer, I have to wonder if "keeping" an e-book would really prevent the next person "in line" from getting it. 

I've never taken an ebook out from the library. But I know DR Jane does. And I think you have to wait your turn. And I thought the next person only got it when the person before was done. Maybe someone who takes out ebooks can tell us.

DR Jenn, you do wait in a queue for books (I was number 80-something when I first put NIGHT CIRCUS on hold.)  But I agree with DR JMK that just because I'm preventing the book from being deleted that I am holding up the queue.  Once my borrowing period expired, someone else move up and was able to download the book.
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Post by: John G. on January 12, 2012, 10:11:01 AM
In 1993, there was a one-night reunion of the original cast of "Company" with Dean Jones that was supposed to have been filmed. Does anybody know if there is a film or any recording of that?

DR John G - I believe it's in NYPL. I've also seen some clips of YouTube.

*Jason Graae tweeted a weeks ago that he had walked into a restaurant where it turned out there was a cast reunion of COMPANY. Stritch was there, as well as Dona Vaughn and here husband, Ron Raines. I'm not sure if he posted that on his Facebook page too.

Here are the links to his tweets:
http://twitter.com/JasonGraae/status/154046836762607617
http://twitter.com/JasonGraae/status/154228081052237824

Thanks. I saw one the photo reposted on BroadwayWorld. Stritch looked stranger than strange.
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Post by: Ben on January 12, 2012, 10:12:08 AM
And now I'm listening to a program about

Shirley Bassey (http://www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/episode/b019fy7p/Bassey!_Episode_1/)

Again, it will be up a week on the iPlayer and the Episode 2
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Post by: Dan (the Man) on January 12, 2012, 10:17:19 AM
Snow is covering up the grass here.....but the streets are still clear.

I am converting some OLD video tapes of productions from the 1980's to DVD - and there are some embarrassing performances and productions among them.....some of which belong to me.

DR JRand, what do you used for your converting?  Last year when I began the same project, I used the Dazzle video capture device.  Problem was, I did not like the software that came with it and the Dazzle will work only with that software. 

Last night I ordered this device (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000VM60I8/ref=oh_o00_s00_i00_details) from Amazon.  It is supposed to be able to work with any software (hopefully, with Nero.)
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Post by: Jane on January 12, 2012, 10:20:32 AM
From DR John G:
Quote
So sorry to hear that.

Thanks.  The story of my life.  I am better today & will go to the gym & see what weights I can use. 
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Post by: Dan (the Man) on January 12, 2012, 10:21:41 AM
I've hea
In 1993, there was a one-night reunion of the original cast of "Company" with Dean Jones that was supposed to have been filmed. Does anybody know if there is a film or any recording of that?

DR John G - I believe it's in NYPL. I've also seen some clips of YouTube.

*Jason Graae tweeted a weeks ago that he had walked into a restaurant where it turned out there was a cast reunion of COMPANY. Stritch was there, as well as Dona Vaughn and here husband, Ron Raines. I'm not sure if he posted that on his Facebook page too.

Here are the links to his tweets:
http://twitter.com/JasonGraae/status/154046836762607617
http://twitter.com/JasonGraae/status/154228081052237824

Thanks. I saw one the photo reposted on BroadwayWorld. Stritch looked stranger than strange.

I dimly recall that some of the rehearsals of the COMPANY reunion were videotaped and were up on YouTube but I never seen or heard anything from the actual presentation itself.
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Post by: Jane on January 12, 2012, 10:24:03 AM
Cedar allergens in the air are so heavy that I can barely open my eyes this morning.

I feel for you.  Keith & I don't know if our allergies are bad since returning home or if we have mild colds.
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Post by: Jane on January 12, 2012, 10:33:26 AM
DR Jane sorry to hear about your shoulder.  You must love your nook for that reason!

I can't believe how much i am loving my kindle!

I do but after my shoulder popped even holding the Nook was difficult.  Last night I put the Nook down & began my library book. :)

I have another large book on hold for me at the library.  I would read it on the Nook if it were available on eBooks.
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Post by: Jane on January 12, 2012, 10:38:35 AM
DR Jane: I've been reading your interesting posts about your cruise. I've often thought about doing a cruise but I very easily get seasick so I don't think I can risk it.

We have done the Alaska cruise twice & only once did we have rough waters, the last night on open seas back to Seattle.  We were traveling with two people, besides myself, who get sick easily.  We all managed to sleep through some of it. The bigger the ship the more stable it is & we had mid ship rooms not too high up.
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Post by: Jane on January 12, 2012, 10:40:47 AM
DR Jane sorry to hear about your shoulder.  You must love your nook for that reason!

I can't believe how much i am loving my kindle!

That reminds me--I discovered something about borrowing e-books from libraries.  Like a regular library, you can borrow books only for a few weeks at a time and at the end of that period, the book is automatically made inaccessible on your Kindle (this probably goes for Nooks, too.)  But I found that as long as you you do not allow your Kindle to connect to the internet, you can keep the borrowed book beyond the expiration date.  Back in October, I put THE NIGHT CIRCUS on hold and it did not become available to me until the second week in December.  I downloaded it, but because I'm still slogging though the Joe Papp biography, I've had no chance to even begin reading it.  However, since the time I imported the book, I've never turned on my Whysperlync (My Kindle is 1st generation.)  I've received the e-mail message telling me that the lending period has expired, but THE NIGHT CIRCUS is still in my contents and is readable.  Eventually, I will get to it (as soon as Joe Papp shuffles off his mortal coil, that is...)

Interesting.  I'll have to give it a try & see what happens.
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Post by: Ron Pulliam on January 12, 2012, 10:49:38 AM
DR Jose:  I can top that mom story, I think.

This year's visit included trips down memory lane.  As always, mention of spending time in Asheville NC with my Aunt Belle and Uncle George Pulliam was among the fondest memories.  My Aunt Belle was a hell of a cook and you always felt at home at 26 First Street, Biltmore NC (adjacent to Asheville, but a community unto itself).

While both my aunt and uncle are deceased, I have strong memories of my last visit with my Uncle George who was gravely ill.  He would sit in his recliner, blankets wrapped around him, oxygen tube in his nose, and he would converse.  He also took in my aunt's high-pitched, near-hysteria jags over how traumatic it all was for her.   My uncle died without a will as did my aunt.  Most of their property went over to the state, sorry to say, even though my father had once offered to buy the house and land from my aunt, completely maintain it and alllow her to live there the rest of her days.  She declined.

Over the 20-plus years since my uncle's death, I've lamented I had no remembrance of him.   This past Christmas, while my mom and I were recalling the good times, I voiced my wonder over what had become of my uncle's tiger-eye ring.  He always wore it, and I figured he'd have left it to someone, possibly my dad.

My mom looked at me rather strangely and said, "I have it.  George gave it to me to give to you."   I was flabbergasted.  And only that incredulous expression was on my face.  "I told you I had it for you, but you expressed no interest in having it!" my mother exclaimed.

More flabbergasted astonishment on my face.

"I would never have turned down that ring.  I've wished I had it since Uncle George died.  When is it you 'think' you told me about it."

My mother was stunned.  "It was when I wanted to give you your dad's pocket watch", she declared.   I thought about that...there was a gold watch my dad received from GE when he retired and my mom tried to give it to me after his death.   

"I asked you to keep the watch 'for' me...safe here", I said.  "I won't use it at work, and I'd rather know it was safe here." 

But, I said, "you never said one word to me about that ring."

She was flabbergasted, got up, went to her safe and retrieved it.

I now have my Uncle George's tiger-eye ring.  It needs resizing, but I'm over the moon about it.
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Post by: Jrand74 on January 12, 2012, 11:02:31 AM
Tiger Eye is great for protection and for drawing positive energy to the wearer.
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Post by: Jrand74 on January 12, 2012, 11:05:29 AM
That look like an interesting device DR DtM.

However I borrowed the DVD recorder we use at the theatre.   I attached my VCR to it and then both to a small TV I got at Goodwill for $6.99.   My brother did the final adjustments for me Monday, since I couldn't figure it out (the recorder needed to be attached to the TV so I could see the menu) - and so now it works.

Sometimes I use Format Factory (a free file converter) to convert files to AVI so that I can burn them to DVD - these are files I sometimes download from the Inner Web that won't play after they are burned.  Also easy to use FF to convert MP3's to WAV files and other things.....
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Post by: John G. on January 12, 2012, 11:30:05 AM
DR Jose:  I can top that mom story, I think.

This year's visit included trips down memory lane.  As always, mention of spending time in Asheville NC with my Aunt Belle and Uncle George Pulliam was among the fondest memories.  My Aunt Belle was a hell of a cook and you always felt at home at 26 First Street, Biltmore NC (adjacent to Asheville, but a community unto itself).

While both my aunt and uncle are deceased, I have strong memories of my last visit with my Uncle George who was gravely ill.  He would sit in his recliner, blankets wrapped around him, oxygen tube in his nose, and he would converse.  He also took in my aunt's high-pitched, near-hysteria jags over how traumatic it all was for her.   My uncle died without a will as did my aunt.  Most of their property went over to the state, sorry to say, even though my father had once offered to buy the house and land from my aunt, completely maintain it and alllow her to live there the rest of her days.  She declined.

Over the 20-plus years since my uncle's death, I've lamented I had no remembrance of him.   This past Christmas, while my mom and I were recalling the good times, I voiced my wonder over what had become of my uncle's tiger-eye ring.  He always wore it, and I figured he'd have left it to someone, possibly my dad.

My mom looked at me rather strangely and said, "I have it.  George gave it to me to give to you."   I was flabbergasted.  And only that incredulous expression was on my face.  "I told you I had it for you, but you expressed no interest in having it!" my mother exclaimed.

More flabbergasted astonishment on my face.

"I would never have turned down that ring.  I've wished I had it since Uncle George died.  When is it you 'think' you told me about it."

My mother was stunned.  "It was when I wanted to give you your dad's pocket watch", she declared.   I thought about that...there was a gold watch my dad received from GE when he retired and my mom tried to give it to me after his death.   

"I asked you to keep the watch 'for' me...safe here", I said.  "I won't use it at work, and I'd rather know it was safe here." 

But, I said, "you never said one word to me about that ring."

She was flabbergasted, got up, went to her safe and retrieved it.

I now have my Uncle George's tiger-eye ring.  It needs resizing, but I'm over the moon about it.
Great story.
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Post by: Ginny on January 12, 2012, 11:48:38 AM
Enjoy your ring, DR Ron Pulliam!
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Post by: JMK on January 12, 2012, 12:33:18 PM
Had a sweet eBay experience.  I won a Farmer item from a seller in SLC and told him about my background and my Dad's museum there, and it turned out he was from a military family too.  Well the package came today and he had wrapped it in a huge collage of Farmer images he had printed out.

I had actually thought for a minute when I sent the PM that I shouldn't have mentioned by SLC background to him, but he seemed genuinely touched.
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Post by: elmore3003 on January 12, 2012, 12:36:01 PM
In 1993, there was a one-night reunion of the original cast of "Company" with Dean Jones that was supposed to have been filmed. Does anybody know if there is a film or any recording of that?

It played at the Vivien Beaumont, and I believe it was filmed for the NYPL Theatre Collection.
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Post by: Jrand74 on January 12, 2012, 12:58:16 PM
Is that next to the Vivian Vance Theatre?
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Post by: Ben on January 12, 2012, 01:18:00 PM
Vivan Beaumont Theatre (http://lct.org/aboutBeaumontHistory.htm)
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Post by: JoseSPiano on January 12, 2012, 01:21:19 PM
Good Afternoon!

And before I take a nap...
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Post by: JoseSPiano on January 12, 2012, 01:21:43 PM
!!!!PAGE FOUR!!!!
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Post by: JoseSPiano on January 12, 2012, 01:22:39 PM
(http://www.cartoonstock.com/lowres/ato0108l.jpg)
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Post by: John G. on January 12, 2012, 01:22:59 PM
Good Afternoon!

And before I take a nap...
I need a nap. Allergy meds aren't doing anything but making me drowsy.
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Post by: JoseSPiano on January 12, 2012, 01:23:21 PM
DR George - Your "care package" arrived today. Thank You.
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Post by: JoseSPiano on January 12, 2012, 01:23:51 PM
DR Ron Pulliam - Yep, that story tops mine. ;)
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Post by: Ron Pulliam on January 12, 2012, 01:36:15 PM
Is that next to the Vivian Vance Theatre?


And acrosss the street from the John Vivyan Playhouse.
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Post by: JoseSPiano on January 12, 2012, 02:03:37 PM
OK...

Nap commencing in 4... 3... 2...


Laters...
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Post by: bk on January 12, 2012, 02:10:58 PM
I finessed, I wrote about ten new pages, then had a sandwich and onion rings, then picked up no packages, and am now listening to half of our new master (the other score contained therein will be done by tomorrow.
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Post by: bk on January 12, 2012, 02:12:18 PM
Most of what I wrote today was a love letter to Laurie Beechman.  I was writing about our work sessions and doing the arrangements, so I put on her Andrew Lloyd Webber CD just to hear them again briefly - and I just burst into big old stupid tears hearing that voice and that album. 
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Post by: John G. on January 12, 2012, 02:27:14 PM
Most of what I wrote today was a love letter to Laurie Beechman.  I was writing about our work sessions and doing the arrangements, so I put on her Andrew Lloyd Webber CD just to hear them again briefly - and I just burst into big old stupid tears hearing that voice and that album. 
Nothing stupid about those tears. She had a singular gift that has touched many of us, and through your albums, she continues to inspire and, yes, break our hearts.
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Post by: elmore3003 on January 12, 2012, 02:37:30 PM
I finessed, I wrote about ten new pages, then had a sandwich and onion rings, then picked up no packages, and am now listening to half of our new master (the other score contained therein will be done by tomorrow.

I loved her! It was fun to hang out on her sessions.
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Post by: elmore3003 on January 12, 2012, 02:40:07 PM
I've proofed two more DEAREST ENEMY numbers, "Full Blown Roses" and "The Hermits." Lordy, I hope these fixes are easily accomplished.
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Post by: Jrand74 on January 12, 2012, 02:54:24 PM
Here comes a bit more snow.....
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Post by: bk on January 12, 2012, 04:10:31 PM
I've written twenty pages so far, so am ahead for once.  I'll do two pages at some point tonight.  But what I wanted to happen has happened.  I'm getting through the year 1995 in thirty to forty pages instead of 130.
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Post by: Jane on January 12, 2012, 04:14:03 PM
Blanche is once again in the "Cone of Shame" because she has this spot on her paw she won't stop licking.  This syndrome has an actual name that's something like "licking granularium" or something like that.  If we can't get her to stop, are you ready for the cure?  Prozac.  (For her, not us).

Have you tested her for allergies and/or changed her food?
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Post by: Jane on January 12, 2012, 04:15:36 PM
DR Jane: I've been reading your interesting posts about your cruise. I've often thought about doing a cruise but I very easily get seasick so I don't think I can risk it.

Two words, DR Doug R:  River Cruise

Was it completely calm?
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Post by: Jane on January 12, 2012, 04:17:21 PM
Jennifer, I have to wonder if "keeping" an e-book would really prevent the next person "in line" from getting it. 

I forgot about that when I said I would test the theory.  First I'll make sure there isn't anyone waiting for the book.
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Post by: Jane on January 12, 2012, 04:18:58 PM
DR Jane: I've been reading your interesting posts about your cruise. I've often thought about doing a cruise but I very easily get seasick so I don't think I can risk it.

Two words, DR Doug R:  River Cruise

I spent 10 years of my life as Music Director on a river cruise line.  Oy and vey.

I didn't know this.  When was that & which river?

Speaking of cruises, Keith & I both think an Alaska cruise with your children would be a better than the Disney cruise.
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Post by: Jane on January 12, 2012, 04:20:26 PM
I've been free of backache for years - until I woke with lower back pain today!

Bummer!!  Wishes you are soon free of the back pain again.
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Post by: Jane on January 12, 2012, 04:29:28 PM
Jennifer, I have to wonder if "keeping" an e-book would really prevent the next person "in line" from getting it. 

I've never taken an ebook out from the library. But I know DR Jane does. And I think you have to wait your turn. And I thought the next person only got it when the person before was done. Maybe someone who takes out ebooks can tell us.

I was surprised I had to wait to get an eBook thinking it would be immediate.  I expect, just like regular books, the library only has so many that they purchase.
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Post by: Jane on January 12, 2012, 04:31:02 PM
Heigh-ho!


It is Thursday in Oakland of CA.

I was home sick yesterday.

I have this sinus condition that goes back and forth from being "sensitive to allergens" to being sinusitis with side effects (i.e., a buttload of other stuff).

Literally, sadly.

You go and go.  And when you think you cannot possibly go again, you do.

But that's behind me today, so to speak.



Have you ever tried the netipot? They make one now that is just a squeezer. A lot of people i know who have sinus problems use this (i do, my sis does, her best friend does, her husband does). It really clears out your nasal passages!

Does it work better than the ones in the plastic bottles from the drug store?
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Post by: Ginny on January 12, 2012, 04:33:20 PM
DR Jane: I've been reading your interesting posts about your cruise. I've often thought about doing a cruise but I very easily get seasick so I don't think I can risk it.

Two words, DR Doug R:  River Cruise

Was it completely calm?

Yes, DR Jane, it was.  The only bumps I really remember were the times we hit the side of a lock - probably just a "tap" that sounded worse to me as a newbie.
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Post by: Jane on January 12, 2012, 04:34:55 PM
So...

My mom's friend, Susan, dropped off a Thank You package for me yesterday at the house. I was able to arrange some comps for her and my parents to see MY FAIR LADY. My mom sent an email to me last night at 2:17am:

"I will open the card for you rather than mailing it or do you want me to mail it to you.
Will keep the wine & candy."

Well...

While I was in a lesson a little while ago, my mom left me a voicemail stating that she had opened the card. She then read to me what Susan had written. And that there was a $50 bill in their too.

"I'll just keep it all here."

WHAT?!?!?!?

I just left a voicemail for her telling her that she could have easily sent me the card, even after she had already opened it and read it to me. I would like to SEE the card for myself. I also told her I would donate the $50 to a charity of my choosing. We'll see what happens.

 ???  I'm sorry. ;D

When Craig was in Romania I hated having to open his mail. 
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Post by: Jane on January 12, 2012, 04:36:20 PM
Jennifer, I have to wonder if "keeping" an e-book would really prevent the next person "in line" from getting it. 

I've never taken an ebook out from the library. But I know DR Jane does. And I think you have to wait your turn. And I thought the next person only got it when the person before was done. Maybe someone who takes out ebooks can tell us.

DR Jenn, you do wait in a queue for books (I was number 80-something when I first put NIGHT CIRCUS on hold.)  But I agree with DR JMK that just because I'm preventing the book from being deleted that I am holding up the queue.  Once my borrowing period expired, someone else move up and was able to download the book.

How do you know this for sure?  Did you check if you have any over due book fees on your account.  ;)
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Post by: Ginny on January 12, 2012, 04:45:26 PM
We've had a nice surprise visit from Rob and Mary Linda.  They were shopping near here and called to ask if they could stop by.  We sent Rob to The Jug for burgers for dinner and they've now headed home.
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Post by: FJL on January 12, 2012, 04:56:47 PM
Is that next to the Vivian Vance Theatre?


As my friend Keith says whenever her name comes up:  "Ethel was not fat!  She had a lovely figure."
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Post by: JMK on January 12, 2012, 05:23:13 PM
Blanche is once again in the "Cone of Shame" because she has this spot on her paw she won't stop licking.  This syndrome has an actual name that's something like "licking granularium" or something like that.  If we can't get her to stop, are you ready for the cure?  Prozac.  (For her, not us).

Have you tested her for allergies and/or changed her food?

This has been going on for months.  She got a nick on her forepaw that she started chewing at once it scabbed over and she just won't leave it alone.
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Post by: JMK on January 12, 2012, 05:24:35 PM
So...

My mom's friend, Susan, dropped off a Thank You package for me yesterday at the house. I was able to arrange some comps for her and my parents to see MY FAIR LADY. My mom sent an email to me last night at 2:17am:

"I will open the card for you rather than mailing it or do you want me to mail it to you.
Will keep the wine & candy."

Well...

While I was in a lesson a little while ago, my mom left me a voicemail stating that she had opened the card. She then read to me what Susan had written. And that there was a $50 bill in their too.

"I'll just keep it all here."

WHAT?!?!?!?

I just left a voicemail for her telling her that she could have easily sent me the card, even after she had already opened it and read it to me. I would like to SEE the card for myself. I also told her I would donate the $50 to a charity of my choosing. We'll see what happens.

 ???  I'm sorry. ;D

When Craig was in Romania I hated having to open his mail. 

Keeping his money, on the other hand, was fun!!!
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Post by: TCB on January 12, 2012, 05:25:49 PM
One more?
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Post by: TCB on January 12, 2012, 05:26:00 PM
Page five!
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Post by: KevinH on January 12, 2012, 05:29:56 PM
Sorry to see this:


http://broadwayworld.com/article/Harry-Connick-Jr-Led-ON-A-CLEAR-DAY-to-Close-on-Broadway-January-29-20120112
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Post by: KevinH on January 12, 2012, 05:30:25 PM
I was hoping they would record a cast album.
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Post by: Jane on January 12, 2012, 05:35:13 PM
DR Jose:  I can top that mom story, I think.

This year's visit included trips down memory lane.  As always, mention of spending time in Asheville NC with my Aunt Belle and Uncle George Pulliam was among the fondest memories.  My Aunt Belle was a hell of a cook and you always felt at home at 26 First Street, Biltmore NC (adjacent to Asheville, but a community unto itself).

While both my aunt and uncle are deceased, I have strong memories of my last visit with my Uncle George who was gravely ill.  He would sit in his recliner, blankets wrapped around him, oxygen tube in his nose, and he would converse.  He also took in my aunt's high-pitched, near-hysteria jags over how traumatic it all was for her.   My uncle died without a will as did my aunt.  Most of their property went over to the state, sorry to say, even though my father had once offered to buy the house and land from my aunt, completely maintain it and alllow her to live there the rest of her days.  She declined.

Over the 20-plus years since my uncle's death, I've lamented I had no remembrance of him.   This past Christmas, while my mom and I were recalling the good times, I voiced my wonder over what had become of my uncle's tiger-eye ring.  He always wore it, and I figured he'd have left it to someone, possibly my dad.

My mom looked at me rather strangely and said, "I have it.  George gave it to me to give to you."   I was flabbergasted.  And only that incredulous expression was on my face.  "I told you I had it for you, but you expressed no interest in having it!" my mother exclaimed.

More flabbergasted astonishment on my face.

"I would never have turned down that ring.  I've wished I had it since Uncle George died.  When is it you 'think' you told me about it."

My mother was stunned.  "It was when I wanted to give you your dad's pocket watch", she declared.   I thought about that...there was a gold watch my dad received from GE when he retired and my mom tried to give it to me after his death.   

"I asked you to keep the watch 'for' me...safe here", I said.  "I won't use it at work, and I'd rather know it was safe here." 

But, I said, "you never said one word to me about that ring."

She was flabbergasted, got up, went to her safe and retrieved it.

I now have my Uncle George's tiger-eye ring.  It needs resizing, but I'm over the moon about it.

I would love to see a photo of the ring.  Did you wear your father's watch while you were at your mothers?

This is a great story, however I don't think it tops DR Jose's story.  Your mother simply combined two stories into one and she did keep the ring for you. :)
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Post by: Jane on January 12, 2012, 05:37:16 PM

 My uncle died without a will as did my aunt.  Most of their property went over to the state, sorry to say, even though my father had once offered to buy the house and land from my aunt, completely maintain it and alllow her to live there the rest of her days.  She declined.


What a shame!!!  I thought without a will everything goes to the next of kin.
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Post by: Jane on January 12, 2012, 05:37:51 PM
Had a sweet eBay experience.  I won a Farmer item from a seller in SLC and told him about my background and my Dad's museum there, and it turned out he was from a military family too.  Well the package came today and he had wrapped it in a huge collage of Farmer images he had printed out.

I had actually thought for a minute when I sent the PM that I shouldn't have mentioned by SLC background to him, but he seemed genuinely touched.

This is nice. :)
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Post by: Jane on January 12, 2012, 05:38:38 PM
Good Afternoon!

And before I take a nap...
I need a nap. Allergy meds aren't doing anything but making me drowsy.

I can only take them at bedtime.  I hope you feel better tomorrow.
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Post by: Jane on January 12, 2012, 05:41:10 PM
DR Jane: I've been reading your interesting posts about your cruise. I've often thought about doing a cruise but I very easily get seasick so I don't think I can risk it.

Two words, DR Doug R:  River Cruise


Was it completely calm?

Yes, DR Jane, it was.  The only bumps I really remember were the times we hit the side of a lock - probably just a "tap" that sounded worse to me as a newbie.

They should have warned you ahead of time of the possibility of loud noises when hitting locks.
Title: Re: THE SWORD OF DAMOCLES
Post by: Jane on January 12, 2012, 05:43:52 PM
Blanche is once again in the "Cone of Shame" because she has this spot on her paw she won't stop licking.  This syndrome has an actual name that's something like "licking granularium" or something like that.  If we can't get her to stop, are you ready for the cure?  Prozac.  (For her, not us).

Have you tested her for allergies and/or changed her food?

This has been going on for months.  She got a nick on her forepaw that she started chewing at once it scabbed over and she just won't leave it alone.

Then you know the trigger.  I suppose you have sprayed it with every disgusting product out there.

Poor Blanche.  VIBES THIS STOPS SOON!!!
Title: Re: THE SWORD OF DAMOCLES
Post by: Jane on January 12, 2012, 05:44:53 PM
So...

My mom's friend, Susan, dropped off a Thank You package for me yesterday at the house. I was able to arrange some comps for her and my parents to see MY FAIR LADY. My mom sent an email to me last night at 2:17am:

"I will open the card for you rather than mailing it or do you want me to mail it to you.
Will keep the wine & candy."

Well...

While I was in a lesson a little while ago, my mom left me a voicemail stating that she had opened the card. She then read to me what Susan had written. And that there was a $50 bill in their too.

"I'll just keep it all here."

WHAT?!?!?!?

I just left a voicemail for her telling her that she could have easily sent me the card, even after she had already opened it and read it to me. I would like to SEE the card for myself. I also told her I would donate the $50 to a charity of my choosing. We'll see what happens.

 ???  I'm sorry. ;D

When Craig was in Romania I hated having to open his mail. 

Keeping his money, on the other hand, was fun!!!

LOL-What money?
Title: Re: THE SWORD OF DAMOCLES
Post by: JoseSPiano on January 12, 2012, 06:13:49 PM
Good Evening!

Back from dinner. We just walked up the street a few blocks for some ramen. It was the perfect food for this cold, damp evening in NYC.
Title: Re: THE SWORD OF DAMOCLES
Post by: JoseSPiano on January 12, 2012, 06:15:32 PM
Sorry to see this:


http://broadwayworld.com/article/Harry-Connick-Jr-Led-ON-A-CLEAR-DAY-to-Close-on-Broadway-January-29-20120112

I actually thought I sensed one or two of the cast members last night trying to hold back some tears last night during the bows. Alas, I guess they were. -I also didn't realize that a friend of mine from DC is the male swing. Hopefully, he'll get right into another show.
Title: Re: THE SWORD OF DAMOCLES
Post by: JoseSPiano on January 12, 2012, 06:17:32 PM
Sorry to see this:


http://broadwayworld.com/article/Harry-Connick-Jr-Led-ON-A-CLEAR-DAY-to-Close-on-Broadway-January-29-20120112

And then a few hours later, this was announced:

Leap of Faith to start performances April 3 at The St. James (http://www.playbill.com/news/article/158551-Leap-of-Faiths-Broadway-Launch-Will-Be-April-3-Jessica-Phillips-Raul-Esparza-Kendra-Kassebaum-Star)

Pounce!
Title: Re: THE SWORD OF DAMOCLES
Post by: JoseSPiano on January 12, 2012, 06:29:37 PM
Oh...

I still have yet to get a response from my mother via phone or email.

::)
Title: Re: THE SWORD OF DAMOCLES
Post by: JoseSPiano on January 12, 2012, 06:30:54 PM
And...

Frankly... I'm feeling quite a bit sleepy already. So, I think I'm going to take that a cue to go ahead and get ready for bed. I do have an 11-hour day tomorrow, so I guess this a good thing.

Goodnight.
Title: Re: THE SWORD OF DAMOCLES
Post by: Ginny on January 12, 2012, 06:31:30 PM
DR Jane: I've been reading your interesting posts about your cruise. I've often thought about doing a cruise but I very easily get seasick so I don't think I can risk it.

Two words, DR Doug R:  River Cruise


Was it completely calm?

Yes, DR Jane, it was.  The only bumps I really remember were the times we hit the side of a lock - probably just a "tap" that sounded worse to me as a newbie.

They should have warned you ahead of time of the possibility of loud noises when hitting locks.

They did warn us of that and they told us not to stick our heads or limbs out the patio doors while passing through the locks, because some locks are only 12 meters wide and the boat is 11-4!
Title: Re: THE SWORD OF DAMOCLES
Post by: Jane on January 12, 2012, 06:32:14 PM
DR Jose I can understand her not wanting to mail you the wine or candy unless they were something special.  The wine can easily be saved for your next visit possibly making it easier to mail with the card.  Opening the card. :o :o :o
Title: Re: THE SWORD OF DAMOCLES
Post by: Jane on January 12, 2012, 06:36:31 PM
DR Jane: I've been reading your interesting posts about your cruise. I've often thought about doing a cruise but I very easily get seasick so I don't think I can risk it.

Two words, DR Doug R:  River Cruise


Was it completely calm?

Yes, DR Jane, it was.  The only bumps I really remember were the times we hit the side of a lock - probably just a "tap" that sounded worse to me as a newbie.

They should have warned you ahead of time of the possibility of loud noises when hitting locks.

They did warn us of that and they told us not to stick our heads or limbs out the patio doors while passing through the locks, because some locks are only 12 meters wide and the boat is 11-4!

I'm glad they warned you so after the initial shock you could remember the cause & that it happens.  The narrow locks, the reason the ship can't have balconies which would be very nice to have on a river cruise.
Title: Re: THE SWORD OF DAMOCLES
Post by: JMK on January 12, 2012, 06:40:27 PM

 My uncle died without a will as did my aunt.  Most of their property went over to the state, sorry to say, even though my father had once offered to buy the house and land from my aunt, completely maintain it and alllow her to live there the rest of her days.  She declined.


What a shame!!!  I thought without a will everything goes to the next of kin.

Not when there's a well connected NYC political family of attorneys involved.  Thank Heavens my sisters and I had the courage to bet the farm on a pretty upscale Manhattan law firm when our Uncle died intestate, as I'm sure the shyster who made off with my *other* Uncle's estate (and Foundation) would have scooped this up, too.  He actually ended up folding out of court because he knew it would be a disaster.
Title: Re: THE SWORD OF DAMOCLES
Post by: Ginny on January 12, 2012, 06:47:03 PM
We really didn't miss having a balcony.  We had 2 nice chairs right in front of our sliding glass door and it was almost like sitting outside.  And in October, being outside would have been pretty cold most of the time anyway.  This is what our room looked like:

(http://avidcruiser.com/ftdc/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/ftdc_ama-1006.jpg)
Title: Re: THE SWORD OF DAMOCLES
Post by: Cillaliz on January 12, 2012, 06:49:32 PM
Ok, it's starting to feel like everyone has snow but us....I am not amused.,
Title: Re: THE SWORD OF DAMOCLES
Post by: TCB on January 12, 2012, 06:49:58 PM
Perhaps I should invest in a tiger eye ring.  I saw Surgeon #3 today.  The problem is in the thoracic part of my spine (10 & 11 discs).  He said that this is the most "fragile" area of my spine.  The two disc have pressed together and caused a bulge that has to be removed.  However, the doctor said that there is only a 50/50 chance that I will ever walk again.  He said, "I wish you had come to see me six months ago, and I could have more easily predicted success."  Now he is afraid that the nerves may be completely dead, rather than just damaged.

Wow!
Title: Re: THE SWORD OF DAMOCLES
Post by: Ginny on January 12, 2012, 06:54:28 PM
DR TCB - sorry the doctor couldn't be more optimistic.  You remain in my prayers...
Title: Re: THE SWORD OF DAMOCLES
Post by: vixmom on January 12, 2012, 06:59:33 PM
So...

My mom's friend, Susan, dropped off a Thank You package for me yesterday at the house. I was able to arrange some comps for her and my parents to see MY FAIR LADY. My mom sent an email to me last night at 2:17am:

"I will open the card for you rather than mailing it or do you want me to mail it to you.
Will keep the wine & candy."

Well...

While I was in a lesson a little while ago, my mom left me a voicemail stating that she had opened the card. She then read to me what Susan had written. And that there was a $50 bill in their too.

"I'll just keep it all here."

WHAT?!?!?!?

I just left a voicemail for her telling her that she could have easily sent me the card, even after she had already opened it and read it to me. I would like to SEE the card for myself. I also told her I would donate the $50 to a charity of my choosing. We'll see what happens.

Does your Mother know mine?
Title: Re: THE SWORD OF DAMOCLES
Post by: vixmom on January 12, 2012, 07:00:18 PM
In 1993, there was a one-night reunion of the original cast of "Company" with Dean Jones that was supposed to have been filmed. Does anybody know if there is a film or any recording of that?

ooh! ooh! if you find out please let me know!
Title: Re: THE SWORD OF DAMOCLES
Post by: Cillaliz on January 12, 2012, 07:03:19 PM
Tomorrow Night on Extreme Makeover Home Edition they are doing their Joplin show.  Seven houses in seven days.  Jon (former DR jhvw)  worked on house number 1.  He did some other things too, so he very well may be in the show.  I do know at one point he was carrying a banner.  They had 13,000 volunteers for the show that week.  They did a lot of other cool things for Joplin.   It's the series finale and from what I've read, they started planning this immediately after the tornado.   My mom would love a recording of it.  I can't do it with my cable DVR,so I'm wondering if anyone can record it for me.  It would really mean a lot.  Thanks
Title: Re: THE SWORD OF DAMOCLES
Post by: Jane on January 12, 2012, 07:03:35 PM

 My uncle died without a will as did my aunt.  Most of their property went over to the state, sorry to say, even though my father had once offered to buy the house and land from my aunt, completely maintain it and alllow her to live there the rest of her days.  She declined.


What a shame!!!  I thought without a will everything goes to the next of kin.

Not when there's a well connected NYC political family of attorneys involved.  Thank Heavens my sisters and I had the courage to bet the farm on a pretty upscale Manhattan law firm when our Uncle died intestate, as I'm sure the shyster who made off with my *other* Uncle's estate (and Foundation) would have scooped this up, too.  He actually ended up folding out of court because he knew it would be a disaster.

Wills are sooooo important!!!
Title: Re: THE SWORD OF DAMOCLES
Post by: Ginny on January 12, 2012, 07:05:52 PM
Here is a photo tour of our cruise vessel, from a blog that I've just discovered:

Amalyra (http://avidcruiser.com/ftdc/photo-tours/amalyra/)

Makes me nostalgic!
Title: Re: THE SWORD OF DAMOCLES
Post by: Jane on January 12, 2012, 07:06:18 PM
We really didn't miss having a balcony.  We had 2 nice chairs right in front of our sliding glass door and it was almost like sitting outside.  And in October, being outside would have been pretty cold most of the time anyway.  This is what our room looked like:

(http://avidcruiser.com/ftdc/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/ftdc_ama-1006.jpg)

Pretty but small.  We were lucky on our Baltic & Alaskan cruise most the time it was warm enough to sit outside.  Funny when we go on a warm weather cruise it was too wet to sit outside.  The balcony was useful for our swim clothes & shoes.  We did walk outside at least once a day.  Usually the port side of a ship is the one with the view, not this time.
Title: Re: THE SWORD OF DAMOCLES
Post by: John G. on January 12, 2012, 07:07:47 PM
DR TCB - sorry the doctor couldn't be more optimistic.  You remain in my prayers...
Most definitely. Prayers and more.
Title: Re: THE SWORD OF DAMOCLES
Post by: Jane on January 12, 2012, 07:08:40 PM
Oh DR TCB  :'(
Title: Re: THE SWORD OF DAMOCLES
Post by: vixmom on January 12, 2012, 07:14:19 PM
Tom - you are in oththe Vixter's and my prayers and our congregation will be praying for you this SUnday
Title: Re: THE SWORD OF DAMOCLES
Post by: Cillaliz on January 12, 2012, 07:22:48 PM
DR TCB, so sorry about the news....prayers and vibes that all goes well and better than the doctor can imagine
Title: Re: THE SWORD OF DAMOCLES
Post by: Laura on January 12, 2012, 07:35:32 PM
Dammit, TCB. You would have been in his office six months ago if all the proper referrals had been made.  (((TCB)))
Title: Re: THE SWORD OF DAMOCLES
Post by: vixmom on January 12, 2012, 07:58:52 PM
Dammit, TCB. You would have been in his office six months ago if all the proper referrals had been made.  (((TCB)))

that was basically what I said tio the Vixter as I read TCB's post to her


this is infuriating
Title: Re: THE SWORD OF DAMOCLES
Post by: FJL on January 12, 2012, 07:59:53 PM
DR TCB - sorry the doctor couldn't be more optimistic.  You remain in my prayers...
Most definitely. Prayers and more.

The same from us as well, TCB.  Much love from all of us.
Title: Re: THE SWORD OF DAMOCLES
Post by: bk on January 12, 2012, 08:34:17 PM
Finished my Maigret for the evening, and shall now do my last two pages of the day.
Title: Re: THE SWORD OF DAMOCLES
Post by: John G. on January 12, 2012, 09:05:55 PM
Watching "Grease" for the first time from beginning to end. Not a great movie and not especially well directed, but it does have its moments.
Title: Re: THE SWORD OF DAMOCLES
Post by: John G. on January 12, 2012, 09:18:44 PM
Night, all.
Title: Re: THE SWORD OF DAMOCLES
Post by: JMK on January 12, 2012, 09:25:06 PM
Tom, if anyone can prove the bastard doctors wrong, it's you.
Title: Re: THE SWORD OF DAMOCLES
Post by: George on January 13, 2012, 12:07:20 AM
Jennifer, I have to wonder if "keeping" an e-book would really prevent the next person "in line" from getting it. 

I've never taken an ebook out from the library. But I know DR Jane does. And I think you have to wait your turn. And I thought the next person only got it when the person before was done. Maybe someone who takes out ebooks can tell us.

No, Jeff is correct...well, at least that's not how our library works.  It will be checked in in the library's system.  The library doesn't get the check in information from your device, so you can keep the book (and be able to read it) for practically forever...as long as you don't turn on whatever wi-fi-type connection you have and relink with Amazon's system.
Title: Re: THE SWORD OF DAMOCLES
Post by: George on January 13, 2012, 12:07:29 AM
~~~Continued Vibes for DR Elmore's friend Zach!!~~~
Title: Re: THE SWORD OF DAMOCLES
Post by: George on January 13, 2012, 12:08:31 AM
DR George - Your "care package" arrived today. Thank You.

Great!  Enjoy!
Title: Re: THE SWORD OF DAMOCLES
Post by: George on January 13, 2012, 12:10:34 AM
I've been free of backache for years - until I woke with lower back pain today!

~~~Back Vibes for DR Doug R!!~~~
Title: Re: THE SWORD OF DAMOCLES
Post by: George on January 13, 2012, 12:17:47 AM
Perhaps I should invest in a tiger eye ring.  I saw Surgeon #3 today.  The problem is in the thoracic part of my spine (10 & 11 discs).  He said that this is the most "fragile" area of my spine.  The two disc have pressed together and caused a bulge that has to be removed.  However, the doctor said that there is only a 50/50 chance that I will ever walk again.  He said, "I wish you had come to see me six months ago, and I could have more easily predicted success."  Now he is afraid that the nerves may be completely dead, rather than just damaged.

Wow!

~~~SUPER MEGA VIBES FOR DR TCB!!~~~
Title: Re: THE SWORD OF DAMOCLES
Post by: George on January 13, 2012, 12:19:26 AM
Tomorrow Night on Extreme Makeover Home Edition they are doing their Joplin show.  Seven houses in seven days.  Jon (former DR jhvw)  worked on house number 1.  He did some other things too, so he very well may be in the show.  I do know at one point he was carrying a banner.  They had 13,000 volunteers for the show that week.  They did a lot of other cool things for Joplin.   It's the series finale and from what I've read, they started planning this immediately after the tornado.   My mom would love a recording of it.  I can't do it with my cable DVR,so I'm wondering if anyone can record it for me.  It would really mean a lot.  Thanks

I can record it...how many copies do you need?