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Title: THE CURIOUS CASE OF THE DISAPPEARING AVATARS AND SMILEYS BY ERLE STANLEY GARDNER
Post by: bk on September 16, 2013, 11:59:46 PM
Well, you've read the notes, the notes were curious and a case, and now it is time for you to post until the curious cows come home.
Title: Re: THE CURIOUS CASE OF THE DISAPPEARING AVATARS AND SMILEYS BY ERLE STANLEY GARDNER
Post by: bk on September 17, 2013, 12:00:32 AM
And the word of the day is: ORRERY!
Title: Re: THE CURIOUS CASE OF THE DISAPPEARING AVATARS AND SMILEYS BY ERLE STANLEY GARDNER
Post by: Michael on September 17, 2013, 01:34:04 AM
Good early morning to all
Title: Re: THE CURIOUS CASE OF THE DISAPPEARING AVATARS AND SMILEYS BY ERLE STANLEY GARDNER
Post by: Michael on September 17, 2013, 01:35:37 AM
I almost didn't get off the note pages.

It started playing all 44 of BK's videos. It didn't stop after the Yiddish Sondheim. Fortunately I've already seen all the videos over the years.

UPDATE

The reason why is that the play button says play all.
Title: Re: THE CURIOUS CASE OF THE DISAPPEARING AVATARS AND SMILEYS BY ERLE STANLEY GARDNER
Post by: Michael on September 17, 2013, 01:36:08 AM
Health Vibes continuing for DR Elmoore
Title: Re: THE CURIOUS CASE OF THE DISAPPEARING AVATARS AND SMILEYS BY ERLE STANLEY GARDNER
Post by: Michael on September 17, 2013, 01:39:35 AM
My favorite donut has always been the Boston Kreme with custard filling

(http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/c/cb/Boston_cream_doughnut.jpg)
Title: Re: THE CURIOUS CASE OF THE DISAPPEARING AVATARS AND SMILEYS BY ERLE STANLEY GARDNER
Post by: Michael on September 17, 2013, 01:43:40 AM
I don't know what else to say so early in the morning.
Title: Re: THE CURIOUS CASE OF THE DISAPPEARING AVATARS AND SMILEYS BY ERLE STANLEY GARDNER
Post by: Michael on September 17, 2013, 01:44:04 AM
Kismet is starting to lick my face good morning
Title: Re: THE CURIOUS CASE OF THE DISAPPEARING AVATARS AND SMILEYS BY ERLE STANLEY GARDNER
Post by: Michael on September 17, 2013, 01:44:56 AM
He has doggie breath. He just ate some bison food from last night
Title: Re: THE CURIOUS CASE OF THE DISAPPEARING AVATARS AND SMILEYS BY ERLE STANLEY GARDNER
Post by: Michael on September 17, 2013, 01:45:26 AM
I wonder if anyone else is till watching all the videos
Title: Re: THE CURIOUS CASE OF THE DISAPPEARING AVATARS AND SMILEYS BY ERLE STANLEY GARDNER
Post by: Michael on September 17, 2013, 01:47:16 AM
I'm doing Weight Watchers and lost 27.6 pounds in 17 weeks. Portions and tracking what I'm eating and a lot of walking with the dog.
Title: Re: THE CURIOUS CASE OF THE DISAPPEARING AVATARS AND SMILEYS BY ERLE STANLEY GARDNER
Post by: Michael on September 17, 2013, 01:48:57 AM
A Boston Kreme donut is 9 points. I have 46 points a day. That many points is sometimes hard to get to as MOST vegetables and fruits are 0 points which I enjoy every day
Title: Re: THE CURIOUS CASE OF THE DISAPPEARING AVATARS AND SMILEYS BY ERLE STANLEY GARDNER
Post by: Michael on September 17, 2013, 01:50:11 AM
I'm my own posting frenzy
Title: Re: THE CURIOUS CASE OF THE DISAPPEARING AVATARS AND SMILEYS BY ERLE STANLEY GARDNER
Post by: Michael on September 17, 2013, 01:50:26 AM
Do I have anything else to say?
Title: Re: THE CURIOUS CASE OF THE DISAPPEARING AVATARS AND SMILEYS BY ERLE STANLEY GARDNER
Post by: Michael on September 17, 2013, 01:50:44 AM
Okay you pulled it out me. One more post
Title: Re: THE CURIOUS CASE OF THE DISAPPEARING AVATARS AND SMILEYS BY ERLE STANLEY GARDNER
Post by: Michael on September 17, 2013, 01:53:00 AM
I gave a speech at Toastmasters last night that was a little of a downer and then it seemed that everyone else's short speeches during Table Topics turned into downers. But everyone spoke very well last night.

Okay that's it for now.
Title: Re: THE CURIOUS CASE OF THE DISAPPEARING AVATARS AND SMILEYS BY ERLE STANLEY GARDNER
Post by: Ben on September 17, 2013, 02:49:03 AM
Morning all.

That is all.
Title: Re: THE CURIOUS CASE OF THE DISAPPEARING AVATARS AND SMILEYS BY ERLE STANLEY GARDNER
Post by: Ben on September 17, 2013, 02:49:43 AM
Deb, what didn't work last night when you tried to listen to my review? Was it the BBC or TuneScoop or the link from this site?
Title: Re: THE CURIOUS CASE OF THE DISAPPEARING AVATARS AND SMILEYS BY ERLE STANLEY GARDNER
Post by: singdaw on September 17, 2013, 04:02:02 AM
DR TCB, I see that Tacoma Community College is seeking a gospel choir director.


You should apply!
Title: Re: THE CURIOUS CASE OF THE DISAPPEARING AVATARS AND SMILEYS BY ERLE STANLEY GARDNER
Post by: ChasSmith on September 17, 2013, 04:58:32 AM
Good morning, all.

Why of course I'll have some coffee.
Title: Re: THE CURIOUS CASE OF THE DISAPPEARING AVATARS AND SMILEYS BY ERLE STANLEY GARDNER
Post by: ChasSmith on September 17, 2013, 05:00:13 AM
House was freezing this morning because I had a few windows open for what turned out to be a quite decent sleep.  Heat's on now, and feels wonderful.
Title: Re: THE CURIOUS CASE OF THE DISAPPEARING AVATARS AND SMILEYS BY ERLE STANLEY GARDNER
Post by: ChasSmith on September 17, 2013, 05:00:35 AM
And that's the news.
Title: Re: THE CURIOUS CASE OF THE DISAPPEARING AVATARS AND SMILEYS BY ERLE STANLEY GARDNER
Post by: Sam on September 17, 2013, 05:41:18 AM
 :)

Good morning.
Good Tuesday morning.

Title: Re: THE CURIOUS CASE OF THE DISAPPEARING AVATARS AND SMILEYS BY ERLE STANLEY GARDNER
Post by: Kerry on September 17, 2013, 05:41:44 AM
I'm feeling way too tired for it to be only Tuesday.  Hopefully, that'll change, and a burst of energy (a big burst) will carry me through the day.  We'll see.
Title: Re: THE CURIOUS CASE OF THE DISAPPEARING AVATARS AND SMILEYS BY ERLE STANLEY GARDNER
Post by: Sam on September 17, 2013, 05:41:51 AM
And that's it.
I've got nothing.

 :)
Title: Re: THE CURIOUS CASE OF THE DISAPPEARING AVATARS AND SMILEYS BY ERLE STANLEY GARDNER
Post by: Sam on September 17, 2013, 05:42:51 AM
Off to work.

Energy or not, the day must go on.

Mega vibes everyone.

 ;)
Title: Re: THE CURIOUS CASE OF THE DISAPPEARING AVATARS AND SMILEYS BY ERLE STANLEY GARDNER
Post by: Sam on September 17, 2013, 05:43:10 AM
Great video bk.  8)
Title: Re: THE CURIOUS CASE OF THE DISAPPEARING AVATARS AND SMILEYS BY ERLE STANLEY GARDNER
Post by: ChasSmith on September 17, 2013, 06:29:57 AM
Love the Yiddish!  Took advantage of the Play All and enjoyed a couple of others again, too.
Title: Re: THE CURIOUS CASE OF THE DISAPPEARING AVATARS AND SMILEYS BY ERLE STANLEY GARDNER
Post by: ChasSmith on September 17, 2013, 06:47:44 AM
What I'm sick to death of is this damned page.
Title: Re: THE CURIOUS CASE OF THE DISAPPEARING AVATARS AND SMILEYS BY ERLE STANLEY GARDNER
Post by: ChasSmith on September 17, 2013, 06:48:15 AM
Is it 2015 yet?

Sure feels like it.
Title: Re: THE CURIOUS CASE OF THE DISAPPEARING AVATARS AND SMILEYS BY ERLE STANLEY GARDNER
Post by: ChasSmith on September 17, 2013, 06:49:14 AM
There!

Two (2).

Now post, people.  Post.  I beseech ye.
Title: Re: THE CURIOUS CASE OF THE DISAPPEARING AVATARS AND SMILEYS BY ERLE STANLEY GARDNER
Post by: ArnoldMBrockman on September 17, 2013, 07:40:59 AM
And the word of the day is: ORRERY!

And The Song Of The Day Is:  HOW HIGH THE MOON
Title: Re: THE CURIOUS CASE OF THE DISAPPEARING AVATARS AND SMILEYS BY ERLE STANLEY GARDNER
Post by: elmore3003 on September 17, 2013, 07:44:16 AM
Good morning, all!

Once again, I went to bed at 10:00 and fell asleep sometime after midnight.  I was wake at 7am, freezing, and both legs were throbbing from their workout yesterday.  Around 9:30, i decided to get up and spend some time in a hot bathtub. So, I'm on my first cup of coffee, and pondering the remains of the day. There has been no resolution to the fresh hell from yesterday, and I'm thinking that's still around to bite my butt at some point today.

I'm also pondering a trek to my pharmacy, and that means a walk to Broadway to pick up a taxi.  I don't know . . .
Title: Re: THE CURIOUS CASE OF THE DISAPPEARING AVATARS AND SMILEYS BY ERLE STANLEY GARDNER
Post by: elmore3003 on September 17, 2013, 07:45:16 AM
I am pretty certain that I will not be doing laundry. Iam not prepared to make three trips up and down 82nd Street.
Title: Re: THE CURIOUS CASE OF THE DISAPPEARING AVATARS AND SMILEYS BY ERLE STANLEY GARDNER
Post by: Jrand74 on September 17, 2013, 07:48:25 AM
Walking and Hell vibes for DR ELMORE.
Title: Re: THE CURIOUS CASE OF THE DISAPPEARING AVATARS AND SMILEYS BY ERLE STANLEY GARDNER
Post by: Jrand74 on September 17, 2013, 07:49:32 AM
I missed all of the excitement last night.....but I am glad it was resolved!!!
Title: Re: THE CURIOUS CASE OF THE DISAPPEARING AVATARS AND SMILEYS BY ERLE STANLEY GARDNER
Post by: Jrand74 on September 17, 2013, 07:50:15 AM
Cedric the Entertainer is the new EMCEE for the syndicated WHO WANTS TO BE A MILLIONAIRE, and he is quite good.  I like him, so I am glad he got the gig!
Title: Re: THE CURIOUS CASE OF THE DISAPPEARING AVATARS AND SMILEYS BY ERLE STANLEY GARDNER
Post by: Jrand74 on September 17, 2013, 07:51:42 AM
TOD:

I liked Cream Sickles.  Vanilla ice cream surrounded by sherbert....if those weren't available, I got a Nutty Buddy which was an ice cream cone with nuts on top.....
Title: Re: THE CURIOUS CASE OF THE DISAPPEARING AVATARS AND SMILEYS BY ERLE STANLEY GARDNER
Post by: MBarnum on September 17, 2013, 07:53:45 AM
TOD:

Chocolate chip mint ice cream was always my favorite as a child.

When the Ice Cream Truck came around, however, I would choose one of those Ice Cream sandwiches.
Title: Re: THE CURIOUS CASE OF THE DISAPPEARING AVATARS AND SMILEYS BY ERLE STANLEY GARDNER
Post by: elmore3003 on September 17, 2013, 07:59:21 AM
I missed all of the excitement last night.....but I am glad it was resolved!!!

Me, too!
Title: Re: THE CURIOUS CASE OF THE DISAPPEARING AVATARS AND SMILEYS BY ERLE STANLEY GARDNER
Post by: Ben on September 17, 2013, 08:04:48 AM
Me three. The benefits of going to bed early!
Title: Re: THE CURIOUS CASE OF THE DISAPPEARING AVATARS AND SMILEYS BY ERLE STANLEY GARDNER
Post by: Ginny on September 17, 2013, 09:05:34 AM
Tuesday afternoon greetings!  I've been out and about this morning, delivering 5 boxes of books to the new sale site, mailing a package to my sister, and having my filthy car cleaned inside and out.  After lunch I will clean up and head to Miami University's Voice of America Learning Center for the first session of the Nonprofit Board Leadership Certificate Program.
Title: Re: THE CURIOUS CASE OF THE DISAPPEARING AVATARS AND SMILEYS BY ERLE STANLEY GARDNER
Post by: Matthew on September 17, 2013, 09:09:01 AM
Good morning - i'm off to play a funeral. 

That's all.
Title: Re: THE CURIOUS CASE OF THE DISAPPEARING AVATARS AND SMILEYS BY ERLE STANLEY GARDNER
Post by: elmore3003 on September 17, 2013, 09:24:45 AM
And the hell from yesterday continues into today, and it's driving me mad. If it isn't resolved ASAP, it couldl get really messy.

Title: Re: THE CURIOUS CASE OF THE DISAPPEARING AVATARS AND SMILEYS BY ERLE STANLEY GARDNER
Post by: Ginny on September 17, 2013, 09:27:25 AM
DR Elmore, I hope the messiness resolves quickly.  You don't need the aggravation.
Title: Re: THE CURIOUS CASE OF THE DISAPPEARING AVATARS AND SMILEYS BY ERLE STANLEY GARDNER
Post by: bk on September 17, 2013, 09:52:59 AM
I'm up, I'm up.  I see one of our tech guys is here, hopefully testing things.  I did click "new" to take me to the first new post, but it took me to the end of this page.
Title: Re: THE CURIOUS CASE OF THE DISAPPEARING AVATARS AND SMILEYS BY ERLE STANLEY GARDNER
Post by: Druxy on September 17, 2013, 09:56:39 AM
TOD:

I used to love Rocky Road ice cream.

So did my Dad.

He used to sneak a half gallon into the house and hide it at the bottom of the freezer, then at night, he'd go a fix himself a treat when nobody was around.

He didn't fool anybody.
Title: Re: THE CURIOUS CASE OF THE DISAPPEARING AVATARS AND SMILEYS BY ERLE STANLEY GARDNER
Post by: elmore3003 on September 17, 2013, 10:01:08 AM
DR Elmore, I hope the messiness resolves quickly.  You don't need the aggravation.

Thanks, DR Ginny! I'm trying to resolve the mess before it becomes a total mess and I have to bring the Man from Philadelphia into the loop.  That will turn the mess into a major casualty.
Title: Re: THE CURIOUS CASE OF THE DISAPPEARING AVATARS AND SMILEYS BY ERLE STANLEY GARDNER
Post by: bk on September 17, 2013, 10:11:21 AM
Oh, and the problems from yesterday were pretty much as I thought - when we were moved to the new servers, they needed to change the web path for certain functions of this board and they didn't realize it - that's all been done now.
Title: Re: THE CURIOUS CASE OF THE DISAPPEARING AVATARS AND SMILEYS BY ERLE STANLEY GARDNER
Post by: Jane on September 17, 2013, 10:25:00 AM
I'm doing Weight Watchers and lost 27.6 pounds in 17 weeks. Portions and tracking what I'm eating and a lot of walking with the dog.

Congratulations on the weight loss!!!
Title: Re: THE CURIOUS CASE OF THE DISAPPEARING AVATARS AND SMILEYS BY ERLE STANLEY GARDNER
Post by: Jane on September 17, 2013, 10:26:53 AM
Sago Palms are a very common site in landscaping all over Houston, but did you know that these popular plants can be deadly to pets? [/b]Animals like to eat the seeds as they fall to the ground, and can begin to display symptoms of the toxin within hours of ingestion. If you are suspicious that your pet may have gotten into a Sago Palm, seek veterinary care immediately! The faster your pet gets medical attention, the better their chance of survival.

(https://scontent-a-sea.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-prn1/p320x320/1238154_10151917981188792_571232651_n.jpg)
Title: Re: THE CURIOUS CASE OF THE DISAPPEARING AVATARS AND SMILEYS BY ERLE STANLEY GARDNER
Post by: singdaw on September 17, 2013, 10:26:57 AM
I came into work at my second job today and found a little lime on my desk.


Is someone trying to tell me that I'm a tart?
Title: Re: THE CURIOUS CASE OF THE DISAPPEARING AVATARS AND SMILEYS BY ERLE STANLEY GARDNER
Post by: Ben on September 17, 2013, 10:28:14 AM
I came into work at my second job today and found a little lime on my desk.


Is someone trying to tell me that I'm a tart?

Well, your husband is in Minnesota, who knows what you're up to!!!??? ;)
Title: Re: THE CURIOUS CASE OF THE DISAPPEARING AVATARS AND SMILEYS BY ERLE STANLEY GARDNER
Post by: Kate on September 17, 2013, 10:28:36 AM
Hello Everyone:

TOD

Vanilla Ice Cream with Hot fudge
Mr Softee Truck
Glaze donut
Lemon Merigne
Angel Food Cake with butterscothe sauce and whipped Cream
Title: Re: THE CURIOUS CASE OF THE DISAPPEARING AVATARS AND SMILEYS BY ERLE STANLEY GARDNER
Post by: ChasSmith on September 17, 2013, 10:32:25 AM
HELL VIBES for DR Elmore!
Title: Re: THE CURIOUS CASE OF THE DISAPPEARING AVATARS AND SMILEYS BY ERLE STANLEY GARDNER
Post by: Kate on September 17, 2013, 10:33:19 AM
AND THE QUOTE OF THE DAY IS:


"A classic is a book that has never finished saying what it has to say."


ITALO CALVINO
Title: Re: THE CURIOUS CASE OF THE DISAPPEARING AVATARS AND SMILEYS BY ERLE STANLEY GARDNER
Post by: Jane on September 17, 2013, 10:37:58 AM
From DR TCB:
Quote
Thank you so much, MBarnum.  You are quite right.  I was pretty close to the end of the line when I went to treatment; so I probably would have never been around to find HHW.  But you have all helped keep me sane and sober.  I love you, too.

I think your humor and your being around also helps us.
Title: Re: THE CURIOUS CASE OF THE DISAPPEARING AVATARS AND SMILEYS BY ERLE STANLEY GARDNER
Post by: Jane on September 17, 2013, 10:42:56 AM
DR Elmore, I hope the messiness resolves quickly.  You don't need the aggravation.

DITTO!!!
Title: Re: THE CURIOUS CASE OF THE DISAPPEARING AVATARS AND SMILEYS BY ERLE STANLEY GARDNER
Post by: Ben on September 17, 2013, 10:45:11 AM
Jose did this (he posted on Twitter) but I can't imagine even thinking about doing it, even if I was first in line. It's only freakin' food. That's why I get angry at foodies. They treat food as if it's a cure for cancer. It's FOOD!!! THAT'S ALL IT IS. STOP TREATING IT LIKE GOLD.

Cronut Craze (http://eater.com/archives/2013/09/17/check-out-the-insanely-epic-shake-shack-cronut-concrete-line.php)

Off my soapbox.
Title: Re: THE CURIOUS CASE OF THE DISAPPEARING AVATARS AND SMILEYS BY ERLE STANLEY GARDNER
Post by: Ben on September 17, 2013, 10:45:50 AM
Larry, hope things resolve themselves sooner rather than later.
Title: Re: THE CURIOUS CASE OF THE DISAPPEARING AVATARS AND SMILEYS BY ERLE STANLEY GARDNER
Post by: Jrand74 on September 17, 2013, 10:47:51 AM
I can't see DR JANE's avatar!
Title: Re: THE CURIOUS CASE OF THE DISAPPEARING AVATARS AND SMILEYS BY ERLE STANLEY GARDNER
Post by: Jrand74 on September 17, 2013, 10:48:07 AM
Page Three Dance with no picture.
Title: Re: THE CURIOUS CASE OF THE DISAPPEARING AVATARS AND SMILEYS BY ERLE STANLEY GARDNER
Post by: Ben on September 17, 2013, 10:50:45 AM
I can't see DR JANE's avatar!

I can.
Title: Re: THE CURIOUS CASE OF THE DISAPPEARING AVATARS AND SMILEYS BY ERLE STANLEY GARDNER
Post by: Jane on September 17, 2013, 10:54:38 AM
Bruce we definitely have similar taste in donuts.  If you ever go to Voodoo Doughnuts try their double chocolate doughnut.  Make sure you get the correct one.  The first time Bryan brought me their donuts they gave him a plain doughnut with chocolate glaze.

I used to LOVE the crumb donuts at Winchell's Donuts.  In fact a visit to LA always included at stop on the way in from the airport.  Sadly the quality of their donuts went downhill and I eventually stopped going for the crumb donuts.  I never really liked crumb donuts anywhere else.
Title: Re: THE CURIOUS CASE OF THE DISAPPEARING AVATARS AND SMILEYS BY ERLE STANLEY GARDNER
Post by: Jane on September 17, 2013, 10:55:30 AM
I can't see DR JANE's avatar!

I see yours.
Title: Re: THE CURIOUS CASE OF THE DISAPPEARING AVATARS AND SMILEYS BY ERLE STANLEY GARDNER
Post by: ChasSmith on September 17, 2013, 11:21:26 AM
Jose did this (he posted on Twitter) but I can't imagine even thinking about doing it, even if I was first in line. It's only freakin' food. That's why I get angry at foodies. They treat food as if it's a cure for cancer. It's FOOD!!! THAT'S ALL IT IS. STOP TREATING IT LIKE GOLD.

Cronut Craze (http://eater.com/archives/2013/09/17/check-out-the-insanely-epic-shake-shack-cronut-concrete-line.php)

Off my soapbox.

Now there's an interesting take on Hell.  Hundreds of crazy people standing in an insanely long line, staring at their cellphones.
Title: Re: THE CURIOUS CASE OF THE DISAPPEARING AVATARS AND SMILEYS BY ERLE STANLEY GARDNER
Post by: elmore3003 on September 17, 2013, 11:40:43 AM
I went ahead and made the trek to 68th and Amsterdam to my pharmacy. I'm glad I made the effort because it keeps me moving and away from my fears of being alone and on my own away from my environment.
Title: Re: THE CURIOUS CASE OF THE DISAPPEARING AVATARS AND SMILEYS BY ERLE STANLEY GARDNER
Post by: George on September 17, 2013, 11:54:22 AM
My favorite donut has always been the Boston Kreme with custard filling

(http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/c/cb/Boston_cream_doughnut.jpg)

That is one of my all-time favorites, too!
Title: Re: THE CURIOUS CASE OF THE DISAPPEARING AVATARS AND SMILEYS BY ERLE STANLEY GARDNER
Post by: George on September 17, 2013, 11:55:00 AM
I'm doing Weight Watchers and lost 27.6 pounds in 17 weeks. Portions and tracking what I'm eating and a lot of walking with the dog.

Congratulations, Mike!
Title: Re: THE CURIOUS CASE OF THE DISAPPEARING AVATARS AND SMILEYS BY ERLE STANLEY GARDNER
Post by: Jane on September 17, 2013, 12:00:45 PM
I went ahead and made the trek to 68th and Amsterdam to my pharmacy. I'm glad I made the effort because it keeps me moving and away from my fears of being alone and on my own away from my environment.

Moving is important.  I'm glad it made you feel better to get out.
Title: Re: THE CURIOUS CASE OF THE DISAPPEARING AVATARS AND SMILEYS BY ERLE STANLEY GARDNER
Post by: Jane on September 17, 2013, 12:03:21 PM
Jose did this (he posted on Twitter) but I can't imagine even thinking about doing it, even if I was first in line. It's only freakin' food. That's why I get angry at foodies. They treat food as if it's a cure for cancer. It's FOOD!!! THAT'S ALL IT IS. STOP TREATING IT LIKE GOLD.

Cronut Craze (http://eater.com/archives/2013/09/17/check-out-the-insanely-epic-shake-shack-cronut-concrete-line.php)

Off my soapbox.

It isn't about food, it is about supporting the New York Police Department and Madison Square Park Conservancy ;)
Title: Re: THE CURIOUS CASE OF THE DISAPPEARING AVATARS AND SMILEYS BY ERLE STANLEY GARDNER
Post by: Ben on September 17, 2013, 12:14:28 PM
Yeah, Right.
Title: Re: THE CURIOUS CASE OF THE DISAPPEARING AVATARS AND SMILEYS BY ERLE STANLEY GARDNER
Post by: singdaw on September 17, 2013, 12:27:27 PM
who knows what you're up to!!!??? ;) 


Indeed.     :)


I found out that the limes were part of a staff devotional. Which I missed, because I can't attend the weekly staff meeting; it is scheduled when I am at my other part-time job.
Title: Re: THE CURIOUS CASE OF THE DISAPPEARING AVATARS AND SMILEYS BY ERLE STANLEY GARDNER
Post by: Jrand74 on September 17, 2013, 12:28:08 PM
Yes, and now I can see YOUR avatar again DR JANE....most mysterious.
Title: Re: THE CURIOUS CASE OF THE DISAPPEARING AVATARS AND SMILEYS BY ERLE STANLEY GARDNER
Post by: Jrand74 on September 17, 2013, 12:28:44 PM
LIMES!!!!
Title: Re: THE CURIOUS CASE OF THE DISAPPEARING AVATARS AND SMILEYS BY ERLE STANLEY GARDNER
Post by: George on September 17, 2013, 12:40:48 PM
And the word of the day is: ORRERY!

And The Song Of The Day Is:  HOW HIGH THE MOON

One of my favorite videos of The Manhattan Transfer is when they got to sing "How High the Moon (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JyARr0cefMM)" with Ella Fitzgerald on the Grammy Awards! :D
Title: Re: THE CURIOUS CASE OF THE DISAPPEARING AVATARS AND SMILEYS BY ERLE STANLEY GARDNER
Post by: singdaw on September 17, 2013, 12:45:26 PM
Another word I love to say out loud...

ORANGERIE!

 8)
Title: Re: THE CURIOUS CASE OF THE DISAPPEARING AVATARS AND SMILEYS BY ERLE STANLEY GARDNER
Post by: elmore3003 on September 17, 2013, 12:56:03 PM
And the tsuris is over! All is hopefully right with the world. At least my world. 

For now.
Title: Re: THE CURIOUS CASE OF THE DISAPPEARING AVATARS AND SMILEYS BY ERLE STANLEY GARDNER
Post by: singdaw on September 17, 2013, 12:56:49 PM
This is GREAT news, DR elmore3003!       :D
Title: Re: THE CURIOUS CASE OF THE DISAPPEARING AVATARS AND SMILEYS BY ERLE STANLEY GARDNER
Post by: George on September 17, 2013, 12:57:03 PM
Topic of the Day:
 
When I was a kid, I loved the Choco-Taco!  As for ice cream at home, just a plain hot fudge sundae (preferably with actual hot fudge, not just chocolate syrup...but I like that, too).  For pies, I have always loved pecan or cherry or blueberry or chocolate cream or coconut cream (not necessarily in that order).
Title: Re: THE CURIOUS CASE OF THE DISAPPEARING AVATARS AND SMILEYS BY ERLE STANLEY GARDNER
Post by: George on September 17, 2013, 12:57:20 PM
And the tsuris is over! All is hopefully right with the world. At least my world. 

For now.

Great news!!
Title: Re: THE CURIOUS CASE OF THE DISAPPEARING AVATARS AND SMILEYS BY ERLE STANLEY GARDNER
Post by: Ginny on September 17, 2013, 12:59:48 PM
And the tsuris is over! All is hopefully right with the world. At least my world. 

For now.

Whew!
Title: Re: THE CURIOUS CASE OF THE DISAPPEARING AVATARS AND SMILEYS BY ERLE STANLEY GARDNER
Post by: Jane on September 17, 2013, 01:07:03 PM
Yeah, Right.

;D
Title: Re: THE CURIOUS CASE OF THE DISAPPEARING AVATARS AND SMILEYS BY ERLE STANLEY GARDNER
Post by: Jane on September 17, 2013, 01:07:47 PM
Yes, and now I can see YOUR avatar again DR JANE....most mysterious.

Yes it is since the problems were yesterday and not today-lol
Title: Re: THE CURIOUS CASE OF THE DISAPPEARING AVATARS AND SMILEYS BY ERLE STANLEY GARDNER
Post by: Jane on September 17, 2013, 01:08:24 PM
And the tsuris is over! All is hopefully right with the world. At least my world. 

For now.

Thank goodness!!!!
Title: Re: THE CURIOUS CASE OF THE DISAPPEARING AVATARS AND SMILEYS BY ERLE STANLEY GARDNER
Post by: elmore3003 on September 17, 2013, 01:08:54 PM
I wish I could have a drink!
Title: Re: THE CURIOUS CASE OF THE DISAPPEARING AVATARS AND SMILEYS BY ERLE STANLEY GARDNER
Post by: elmore3003 on September 17, 2013, 01:09:52 PM
Here's a shot of the new musical BIG FISH. I wanna see it!
Title: Re: THE CURIOUS CASE OF THE DISAPPEARING AVATARS AND SMILEYS BY ERLE STANLEY GARDNER
Post by: Jane on September 17, 2013, 01:11:51 PM
The first time we attempted to get doughnuts at Voodoo was on a Sunday morning.  We waited in line long enough for Bryan to get coffee at a near by shop.  Judging by how far we moved we figured our wait would be about an hour and a half.  We did not wait in line any longer.
Title: Re: THE CURIOUS CASE OF THE DISAPPEARING AVATARS AND SMILEYS BY ERLE STANLEY GARDNER
Post by: Jane on September 17, 2013, 01:12:10 PM
I wish I could have a drink!

I bet.
Title: Re: THE CURIOUS CASE OF THE DISAPPEARING AVATARS AND SMILEYS BY ERLE STANLEY GARDNER
Post by: George on September 17, 2013, 01:22:26 PM
Well, since we're so close...
Title: Re: THE CURIOUS CASE OF THE DISAPPEARING AVATARS AND SMILEYS BY ERLE STANLEY GARDNER
Post by: George on September 17, 2013, 01:22:41 PM
PAGE FOUR DANCE!!
Title: Re: THE CURIOUS CASE OF THE DISAPPEARING AVATARS AND SMILEYS BY ERLE STANLEY GARDNER
Post by: George on September 17, 2013, 01:25:24 PM
(http://www.parteaz.co.uk/743-1355-thickbox/number-4-pinata.jpg)
Title: Re: THE CURIOUS CASE OF THE DISAPPEARING AVATARS AND SMILEYS BY ERLE STANLEY GARDNER
Post by: Jrand74 on September 17, 2013, 01:41:01 PM
Good news from DR ELMORE.

Yes, DR JANE - I was a day behind.

That BIG FISH musical certainly looks .... eclectic.

Oh, nice video in the notes today, I think I forgot to say that.
Title: Re: THE CURIOUS CASE OF THE DISAPPEARING AVATARS AND SMILEYS BY ERLE STANLEY GARDNER
Post by: ChasSmith on September 17, 2013, 01:42:05 PM
Excellent news on the Hell front!!
Title: Re: THE CURIOUS CASE OF THE DISAPPEARING AVATARS AND SMILEYS BY ERLE STANLEY GARDNER
Post by: ChasSmith on September 17, 2013, 02:02:05 PM
Oy!

MAD MEN to Split Final Season Into Two Parts

 "...AMC is following the strategy it took with "Breaking Bad" in dividing
 up a planned final season into two installments, but in this case it will
 be waiting a full year between seven-episode arcs. That means the final
 season is really two entirely separate ones, at least in terms of
 scheduling.

 "The first seven shows will be shown next spring under the title "The
 Beginning." The second group will be shown in 2015 and will be called "The
 End of an Era." The show's creator, Matthew Weiner, will shoot all the
 episodes in one production cycle, so in effect, AMC will simply be storing
 away the last seven episodes for a year..."

http://www.nytimes.com/2013/09/18/business/media/mad-men-to-split-final-season-into-two-parts.html
Title: Re: THE CURIOUS CASE OF THE DISAPPEARING AVATARS AND SMILEYS BY ERLE STANLEY GARDNER
Post by: Ben on September 17, 2013, 02:03:51 PM
I want to see Big Fish also. I've heard very good things about it. I never saw the movie.

It was on TDF once a couple of weeks ago but it hasn't been on since so I don't know when I will see it. Time will tell.
Title: Re: THE CURIOUS CASE OF THE DISAPPEARING AVATARS AND SMILEYS BY ERLE STANLEY GARDNER
Post by: elmore3003 on September 17, 2013, 02:07:55 PM
New World tells me that the pre-orders on DEAREST ENEMY are quite good. I am very happy to hear that.

So, during my trek to the pharmacy, the UPS man, who's been told repeatedly that he can leave packages, didn't leave one. Luckily, I have no plans tomorrow so I'll be here.

Sadly, I have no plans for the rest of my life!
Title: Re: THE CURIOUS CASE OF THE DISAPPEARING AVATARS AND SMILEYS BY ERLE STANLEY GARDNER
Post by: bk on September 17, 2013, 02:09:24 PM
I'll say again: If anyone is having any issue with this board you must clear your browser cache - everything will work perfectly once you've done that.  Remember, last night they had to update the web path addresses for avatars and smiley and you may still be looking at something in your cache.
Title: Re: THE CURIOUS CASE OF THE DISAPPEARING AVATARS AND SMILEYS BY ERLE STANLEY GARDNER
Post by: ChasSmith on September 17, 2013, 02:13:17 PM
If it isn't one thing, it's another:

Frost warnings tonight!
Title: Re: THE CURIOUS CASE OF THE DISAPPEARING AVATARS AND SMILEYS BY ERLE STANLEY GARDNER
Post by: ChasSmith on September 17, 2013, 02:14:02 PM
The pre-order I finally got around to placing (yesterday! - shame on me) must have put them right over the top, DR Elmore.
Title: Re: THE CURIOUS CASE OF THE DISAPPEARING AVATARS AND SMILEYS BY ERLE STANLEY GARDNER
Post by: bk on September 17, 2013, 02:14:07 PM
Jose did this (he posted on Twitter) but I can't imagine even thinking about doing it, even if I was first in line. It's only freakin' food. That's why I get angry at foodies. They treat food as if it's a cure for cancer. It's FOOD!!! THAT'S ALL IT IS. STOP TREATING IT LIKE GOLD.

Cronut Craze (http://eater.com/archives/2013/09/17/check-out-the-insanely-epic-shake-shack-cronut-concrete-line.php)

Off my soapbox.

Couldn't agree more - Jose has always been about this trendy food stuff.  Show him a new hip thing and he will be there waiting in line for it - over and over and over again.  Happened with Krispy Kreme and many other foodstuffs.  I don't get it, I'll never get it and furthermore it doesn't even look interesting.  And for most in that line, it's about being part of hip not about benefitting some cause.  But never underestimate the people who have this need to be part of the trendy.  It is deep-seated and part of their psyche, like the people who wait for six hours in line at the Apple Store for the newest and greatest iPhone.
Title: Re: THE CURIOUS CASE OF THE DISAPPEARING AVATARS AND SMILEYS BY ERLE STANLEY GARDNER
Post by: elmore3003 on September 17, 2013, 02:29:03 PM
If it isn't one thing, it's another:

Frost warnings tonight!

I was freezing this morning, so when I got home from the pharmacy I added a  quilt to my bedding.  I won't winterize until the new mattress arrives.
Title: Re: THE CURIOUS CASE OF THE DISAPPEARING AVATARS AND SMILEYS BY ERLE STANLEY GARDNER
Post by: bk on September 17, 2013, 02:31:38 PM
I have been thinking about a new mattress and box spring.  Do I really need the box spring though?  I suppose one should buy both at the same time?
Title: Re: THE CURIOUS CASE OF THE DISAPPEARING AVATARS AND SMILEYS BY ERLE STANLEY GARDNER
Post by: MBarnum on September 17, 2013, 02:34:50 PM
I don't think that is being very fair to DR Jose, BK.

Food is a hobby, practically a career, for DR Jose, so of course he is going to want to try it. Just like I want to try out every new Bollywood actor movie....and, just like I have to sometimes order my Bollywood DVDs from far away places just to get certain titles, DR Jose might have to stand in line for something new and special.

I just don't see the point of putting someone's interests down just because it is not of interest to you. Gosh knows I have had enough people do that to me throughout my life time. Jose enjoys it and that is really all that matters.
Title: Re: THE CURIOUS CASE OF THE DISAPPEARING AVATARS AND SMILEYS BY ERLE STANLEY GARDNER
Post by: Jane on September 17, 2013, 02:36:54 PM

Yes, DR JANE - I was a day behind.


That explains it :)
Title: Re: THE CURIOUS CASE OF THE DISAPPEARING AVATARS AND SMILEYS BY ERLE STANLEY GARDNER
Post by: bk on September 17, 2013, 02:45:23 PM
I don't think that is being very fair to DR Jose, BK.

Food is a hobby, practically a career, for DR Jose, so of course he is going to want to try it. Just like I want to try out every new Bollywood actor movie....and, just like I have to sometimes order my Bollywood DVDs from far away places just to get certain titles, DR Jose might have to stand in line for something new and special.

I just don't see the point of putting someone's interests down just because it is not of interest to you. Gosh knows I have had enough people do that to me throughout my life time. Jose enjoys it and that is really all that matters.

How exactly was I putting it down?  I was pointing out that this is his "thing" - it's always been his "thing."  I don't think there's much secret about it - he's always done it as long as I've known him.  Would you think I would take offense if someone pointed out that collecting first editions was my "thing" and that I've always done it and go to all the book shows?  Of course not.  Really, let's not be so sensitive.  You remember, I'm the guy who has hired Jose on several occasions - why would I put him down for being a trendy food obsessive?  I know many others who are like that - I don't get it - ME, I don't get it.  Apparently Ben doesn't get it.  Just as Jose probably doesn't get or understand my obsession with collecting what I do. 
Title: Re: THE CURIOUS CASE OF THE DISAPPEARING AVATARS AND SMILEYS BY ERLE STANLEY GARDNER
Post by: John G. on September 17, 2013, 02:45:40 PM
Someone made cronuts for the dessert cook-off yesterday at work. They were OK.
Title: Re: THE CURIOUS CASE OF THE DISAPPEARING AVATARS AND SMILEYS BY ERLE STANLEY GARDNER
Post by: Jane on September 17, 2013, 02:49:36 PM
I have been thinking about a new mattress and box spring.  Do I really need the box spring though?  I suppose one should buy both at the same time?

It depends on the condition of your box spring.  I've always gotten a set though so the fit is good.  Instead of replacing our air mattress, which doesn't require a box spring, we have been replacing the topper.  I recently read instead of getting pillow top mattresses buy a good mattress with a replaceable pillow top as that goes out before the mattress does.
Title: Re: THE CURIOUS CASE OF THE DISAPPEARING AVATARS AND SMILEYS BY ERLE STANLEY GARDNER
Post by: John G. on September 17, 2013, 02:50:05 PM
TOD:

Favorite ice cream as a kid: Rocky Road (now: peach)
Ice cream truck treat: Rocket popsicle
Donuts: My mom's homemade donuts (now: crullers)
Favorite pie: Grasshopper pie (now: cherry or rhubarb pie)
Favorite cake: Mom's Black Forest Cake, a white cake with brandied cherries, whipped cream and chocolate shavings (now: the same)
Title: Re: THE CURIOUS CASE OF THE DISAPPEARING AVATARS AND SMILEYS BY ERLE STANLEY GARDNER
Post by: George on September 17, 2013, 02:50:23 PM
Jose did this (he posted on Twitter) but I can't imagine even thinking about doing it, even if I was first in line. It's only freakin' food. That's why I get angry at foodies. They treat food as if it's a cure for cancer. It's FOOD!!! THAT'S ALL IT IS. STOP TREATING IT LIKE GOLD.

Cronut Craze (http://eater.com/archives/2013/09/17/check-out-the-insanely-epic-shake-shack-cronut-concrete-line.php)

Off my soapbox.

Couldn't agree more - Jose has always been about this trendy food stuff.  Show him a new hip thing and he will be there waiting in line for it - over and over and over again.  Happened with Krispy Kreme and many other foodstuffs.  I don't get it, I'll never get it and furthermore it doesn't even look interesting.  And for most in that line, it's about being part of hip not about benefitting some cause.  But never underestimate the people who have this need to be part of the trendy.  It is deep-seated and part of their psyche, like the people who wait for six hours in line at the Apple Store for the newest and greatest iPhone.

I also do not have this affliction.  My cell phone is eight, count 'em, EIGHT years old! ;D
Title: Re: THE CURIOUS CASE OF THE DISAPPEARING AVATARS AND SMILEYS BY ERLE STANLEY GARDNER
Post by: John G. on September 17, 2013, 02:50:45 PM
All this dessert talk will result in no weight loss. Congrats on yours, Mike.
Title: Re: THE CURIOUS CASE OF THE DISAPPEARING AVATARS AND SMILEYS BY ERLE STANLEY GARDNER
Post by: Jane on September 17, 2013, 02:55:34 PM
I don't think that is being very fair to DR Jose, BK.

Food is a hobby, practically a career, for DR Jose, so of course he is going to want to try it. Just like I want to try out every new Bollywood actor movie....and, just like I have to sometimes order my Bollywood DVDs from far away places just to get certain titles, DR Jose might have to stand in line for something new and special.

I just don't see the point of putting someone's interests down just because it is not of interest to you. Gosh knows I have had enough people do that to me throughout my life time. Jose enjoys it and that is really all that matters.

How exactly was I putting it down? 

Since you asked.... I was also going to comment anyway regarding
"And for most in that line, it's about being part of hip not about benefitting some cause.  But never underestimate the people who have this need to be part of the trendy."

I know you didn't say you were specifically including Jose in the above comment but it sure felt like it.
Title: Re: THE CURIOUS CASE OF THE DISAPPEARING AVATARS AND SMILEYS BY ERLE STANLEY GARDNER
Post by: ChasSmith on September 17, 2013, 02:56:58 PM
What's the best kind of mattress to put on a platform bed?  I know it's probably not ideal for ANY mattress, but I love the bed. 

I've worn out conventional mattresses even when I'm diligent about turning it over every so often.  Maybe the solution is simply replacing them a little more often than you would normally.
Title: Re: THE CURIOUS CASE OF THE DISAPPEARING AVATARS AND SMILEYS BY ERLE STANLEY GARDNER
Post by: bk on September 17, 2013, 03:01:32 PM
I have been thinking about a new mattress and box spring.  Do I really need the box spring though?  I suppose one should buy both at the same time?

It depends on the condition of your box spring.  I've always gotten a set though so the fit is good.  Instead of replacing our air mattress, which doesn't require a box spring, we have been replacing the topper.  I recently read instead of getting pillow top mattresses buy a good mattress with a replaceable pillow top as that goes out before the mattress does.

I've had my current mattress as long as I've lived in this house - so, over nine years now - is that time to do a new one?
Title: Re: THE CURIOUS CASE OF THE DISAPPEARING AVATARS AND SMILEYS BY ERLE STANLEY GARDNER
Post by: bk on September 17, 2013, 03:03:36 PM
I don't think that is being very fair to DR Jose, BK.

Food is a hobby, practically a career, for DR Jose, so of course he is going to want to try it. Just like I want to try out every new Bollywood actor movie....and, just like I have to sometimes order my Bollywood DVDs from far away places just to get certain titles, DR Jose might have to stand in line for something new and special.

I just don't see the point of putting someone's interests down just because it is not of interest to you. Gosh knows I have had enough people do that to me throughout my life time. Jose enjoys it and that is really all that matters.

How exactly was I putting it down? 

Since you asked.... I was also going to comment anyway regarding
"And for most in that line, it's about being part of hip not about benefitting some cause.  But never underestimate the people who have this need to be part of the trendy."

I know you didn't say you were specifically including Jose in the above comment but it sure felt like it.

It was most certainly a general comment, but even if it wasn't, I'm just stating an opinion that one should never underestimate what people who have the need to be part of a trend will do to be a part of a trend.  I think the fact that people in that line were lined up from four in the morning would seem to bear that out, don't you? :)  But no, that particular comment was not specific to Jose. 
Title: Re: THE CURIOUS CASE OF THE DISAPPEARING AVATARS AND SMILEYS BY ERLE STANLEY GARDNER
Post by: Jane on September 17, 2013, 03:03:59 PM
Have you been rotating your mattress?
Title: Re: THE CURIOUS CASE OF THE DISAPPEARING AVATARS AND SMILEYS BY ERLE STANLEY GARDNER
Post by: Jane on September 17, 2013, 03:10:10 PM
I have been thinking about a new mattress and box spring.  Do I really need the box spring though?  I suppose one should buy both at the same time?

It depends on the condition of your box spring.  I've always gotten a set though so the fit is good.  Instead of replacing our air mattress, which doesn't require a box spring, we have been replacing the topper.  I recently read instead of getting pillow top mattresses buy a good mattress with a replaceable pillow top as that goes out before the mattress does.

I've had my current mattress as long as I've lived in this house - so, over nine years now - is that time to do a new one?

According to this article the answer is yes http://www.sleepdoctor.com.au/sleep-articles/how-long-does-a-mattress-last
Title: Re: THE CURIOUS CASE OF THE DISAPPEARING AVATARS AND SMILEYS BY ERLE STANLEY GARDNER
Post by: Jane on September 17, 2013, 03:11:41 PM
The only reason I keep my air mattress is that it is easy for me to change the sheets & it is lower to the ground so I'm less likely to hurt my shoulder.
Title: Re: THE CURIOUS CASE OF THE DISAPPEARING AVATARS AND SMILEYS BY ERLE STANLEY GARDNER
Post by: ChasSmith on September 17, 2013, 03:13:09 PM
Definitely have to replace mine.  It's older than that, and in poor condition now anyway.  My back is going to thank me.  (I hope.)
Title: Re: THE CURIOUS CASE OF THE DISAPPEARING AVATARS AND SMILEYS BY ERLE STANLEY GARDNER
Post by: George on September 17, 2013, 03:17:23 PM
Have you been rotating your mattress?

I just rotated mine last week and I swear that it looks almost brand new.  It doesn't seem sunk in, like my previous mattress did.  I really think that it's because of the memory foam topper that my sister gave me.  She didn't like it at all, but I won't ever be without it. :)
Title: Re: THE CURIOUS CASE OF THE DISAPPEARING AVATARS AND SMILEYS BY ERLE STANLEY GARDNER
Post by: Michael on September 17, 2013, 03:20:51 PM
And the tsuris is over! All is hopefully right with the world. At least my world. 

For now.

Did you take some anti-inflamatories to get rid of the tsuris? :-)
Title: Re: THE CURIOUS CASE OF THE DISAPPEARING AVATARS AND SMILEYS BY ERLE STANLEY GARDNER
Post by: ChasSmith on September 17, 2013, 03:22:55 PM
When I was trying to be good, some years earlier, I rotated AND turned the mattress over on some kind of schedule of my own imagining.
Title: Re: THE CURIOUS CASE OF THE DISAPPEARING AVATARS AND SMILEYS BY ERLE STANLEY GARDNER
Post by: Jane on September 17, 2013, 03:28:03 PM
I like the pillowtop mattress in our second room better than our mattress.  For the day I finally get a new mattress for our room (probably when we move) I found this information....

We don’t attach pillow tops to our mattresses. If you prefer a plusher, softer, more enveloping mattress surface, you can add our free-floating pillow top. To ensure breatheability, our pillow top features a cotton and Merino wool cover. We use 100% natural latex foam for cushioning. This design delivers the comfort a pillow top should without the performance issues associated with synthetic toppers and pillow top mattresses. - See more at: http://www.sleepworks.com/resource/buying-mattress/pillow-tops-and-foam-toppers#sthash.qbXnJMYM.dpuf
Title: Re: THE CURIOUS CASE OF THE DISAPPEARING AVATARS AND SMILEYS BY ERLE STANLEY GARDNER
Post by: Jrand74 on September 17, 2013, 04:02:19 PM
Yes time for a new mattress and box spring - and don't forget a mattress topper that will increase the life of your mattress.....
Title: Re: THE CURIOUS CASE OF THE DISAPPEARING AVATARS AND SMILEYS BY ERLE STANLEY GARDNER
Post by: bk on September 17, 2013, 04:13:47 PM
Is a mattress topper this new-fangled thing I see on top of the mattresses at the mattress store I walk by on my way to the bank?
Title: Re: THE CURIOUS CASE OF THE DISAPPEARING AVATARS AND SMILEYS BY ERLE STANLEY GARDNER
Post by: KevinH on September 17, 2013, 04:30:34 PM
Hello!
Title: Re: THE CURIOUS CASE OF THE DISAPPEARING AVATARS AND SMILEYS BY ERLE STANLEY GARDNER
Post by: KevinH on September 17, 2013, 04:32:16 PM
DR Ben--broadwaybox.com has tickets for Big Fish starting at $57. 
Title: Re: THE CURIOUS CASE OF THE DISAPPEARING AVATARS AND SMILEYS BY ERLE STANLEY GARDNER
Post by: KevinH on September 17, 2013, 04:35:28 PM
Krispy Kreme really was a phenomenon for a while.  I know a store opened in Buffalo and people stood in line.  It closed down within a couple of years, if I remember correctly. 

I happen to live very close to one of the oldest Krispy Kremes around and it's still doing well.  I never go there, though.
Title: Re: THE CURIOUS CASE OF THE DISAPPEARING AVATARS AND SMILEYS BY ERLE STANLEY GARDNER
Post by: Jane on September 17, 2013, 04:38:38 PM
Is a mattress topper this new-fangled thing I see on top of the mattresses at the mattress store I walk by on my way to the bank?

I'm confused as to what DR Jrand is referring to as a topper to extend the life of your mattress.  A topper, to me, is what we got to put on top of our air mattress so we didn't have to buy a new one.  Or you put it on top of a new mattress to make it softer or change the feel of it. 

I would think you are referring to, the not so new, pillow tops attached to the top of new mattresses.  Did you look at the link I posted regarding these?
Title: Re: THE CURIOUS CASE OF THE DISAPPEARING AVATARS AND SMILEYS BY ERLE STANLEY GARDNER
Post by: John G. on September 17, 2013, 04:43:30 PM
Krispy Kreme really was a phenomenon for a while.  I know a store opened in Buffalo and people stood in line.  It closed down within a couple of years, if I remember correctly. 

I happen to live very close to one of the oldest Krispy Kremes around and it's still doing well.  I never go there, though.

We had them when I was a kid and I sold them every morning as a junior or senior as a fundraiser for National Honor Society. I always enjoyed them (not as much as Mom's), but I could never understand the craze appeal.

When one opened in San Antonio, I got to work a preview shift making the donuts. All I learned is that they like their fry oil pushed to the edge of being rancid, the same way that Starbucks likes their coffee slightly burnt. Gives it more of a flavor punch, in their opinion. 
Title: Re: THE CURIOUS CASE OF THE DISAPPEARING AVATARS AND SMILEYS BY ERLE STANLEY GARDNER
Post by: elmore3003 on September 17, 2013, 04:45:17 PM
I am dying for some ice cream! There's none in the apartment, alas.
Title: Re: THE CURIOUS CASE OF THE DISAPPEARING AVATARS AND SMILEYS BY ERLE STANLEY GARDNER
Post by: Ben on September 17, 2013, 04:48:01 PM
DR Ben--broadwaybox.com has tickets for Big Fish starting at $57. 
Thanks, Kevin. I'll look at it. I've never used Broadway Box. I may have to give it a try.
Title: Re: THE CURIOUS CASE OF THE DISAPPEARING AVATARS AND SMILEYS BY ERLE STANLEY GARDNER
Post by: Ben on September 17, 2013, 04:49:24 PM
I'll be spending the weekend on Long Island, leaving Friday after work.

Anthony is out there now painting the basement floor in his parents house.
Title: Re: THE CURIOUS CASE OF THE DISAPPEARING AVATARS AND SMILEYS BY ERLE STANLEY GARDNER
Post by: Jane on September 17, 2013, 04:53:30 PM
Bruce I wish I "ONLY" had 6 hours of sleep last night. 
Title: Re: THE CURIOUS CASE OF THE DISAPPEARING AVATARS AND SMILEYS BY ERLE STANLEY GARDNER
Post by: Jane on September 17, 2013, 04:55:03 PM
Around 4:00AM as I was finally falling asleep lightening flashed the beginning of a long lightening storm.  Once I heard rain at about 5:30 I relaxed and drifted off.  We are still had "extreme" fire risk here.
Title: Re: THE CURIOUS CASE OF THE DISAPPEARING AVATARS AND SMILEYS BY ERLE STANLEY GARDNER
Post by: bk on September 17, 2013, 05:12:26 PM
elmore, I can bring you some ice cream - I'll be in NY in mid-October :)
Title: Re: THE CURIOUS CASE OF THE DISAPPEARING AVATARS AND SMILEYS BY ERLE STANLEY GARDNER
Post by: bk on September 17, 2013, 05:13:57 PM
Back from a three-mile jog.
Title: Re: THE CURIOUS CASE OF THE DISAPPEARING AVATARS AND SMILEYS BY ERLE STANLEY GARDNER
Post by: elmore3003 on September 17, 2013, 05:17:57 PM
elmore, I can bring you some ice cream - I'll be in NY in mid-October :)

Fantastic! I look forward to it! I hope I'm actually mobile again.  If not, I'll be out to meetcha in a taxi, honey!
Title: Re: THE CURIOUS CASE OF THE DISAPPEARING AVATARS AND SMILEYS BY ERLE STANLEY GARDNER
Post by: Jennifer on September 17, 2013, 05:23:25 PM
Has anyone ever tried a chocolate fortune cookie?  I tried one for the first time tonight with some chocolate ice cream. It was so good.
Title: Re: THE CURIOUS CASE OF THE DISAPPEARING AVATARS AND SMILEYS BY ERLE STANLEY GARDNER
Post by: Jennifer on September 17, 2013, 05:23:41 PM
Did anybody else watching Dancing With The Stars yesterday?
Title: Re: THE CURIOUS CASE OF THE DISAPPEARING AVATARS AND SMILEYS BY ERLE STANLEY GARDNER
Post by: Jennifer on September 17, 2013, 05:25:42 PM
I found this As Seen On Tv thing at my dollar store today. It's called Hair Bean.  It was only $2.

http://www.amazon.com/Spark-Innovators-Hair-Bean-Detangling/dp/B006J2I65Y

You never know if these things are going to work. But I have very thick long hair. I am happy to report that it does work. Yeah!
Title: Re: THE CURIOUS CASE OF THE DISAPPEARING AVATARS AND SMILEYS BY ERLE STANLEY GARDNER
Post by: elmore3003 on September 17, 2013, 05:29:04 PM
DR Jennifer, about last weekend's Emmy Awards:
http://tv.yahoo.com/photos/emmys-2013-primetime-creative-arts-emmy-winners-1379293692-slideshow/
Title: Re: THE CURIOUS CASE OF THE DISAPPEARING AVATARS AND SMILEYS BY ERLE STANLEY GARDNER
Post by: elmore3003 on September 17, 2013, 05:30:59 PM
My friend Rob Berman lost; Elliott Lawrence won for musical direction of the Tony Awards.
Title: Re: THE CURIOUS CASE OF THE DISAPPEARING AVATARS AND SMILEYS BY ERLE STANLEY GARDNER
Post by: George on September 17, 2013, 05:49:00 PM
Has anyone ever tried a chocolate fortune cookie?  I tried one for the first time tonight with some chocolate ice cream. It was so good.

Fred Meyer has sold them before.  I've never gotten any because you have to buy a whole big bag and I didn't want to eat them all...or share them. ;)
Title: Re: THE CURIOUS CASE OF THE DISAPPEARING AVATARS AND SMILEYS BY ERLE STANLEY GARDNER
Post by: Jane on September 17, 2013, 05:52:08 PM
Has anyone ever tried a chocolate fortune cookie?  I tried one for the first time tonight with some chocolate ice cream. It was so good.

I've never seen one.  The chocolate ice cream combo sounds better than the cookie alone.
Title: Re: THE CURIOUS CASE OF THE DISAPPEARING AVATARS AND SMILEYS BY ERLE STANLEY GARDNER
Post by: Jane on September 17, 2013, 05:53:44 PM
I found this As Seen On Tv thing at my dollar store today. It's called Hair Bean.  It was only $2.

http://www.amazon.com/Spark-Innovators-Hair-Bean-Detangling/dp/B006J2I65Y

You never know if these things are going to work. But I have very thick long hair. I am happy to report that it does work. Yeah!

Interesting.  I'm surprised it works.  I use a large pic comb.
Title: Re: THE CURIOUS CASE OF THE DISAPPEARING AVATARS AND SMILEYS BY ERLE STANLEY GARDNER
Post by: Jane on September 17, 2013, 05:54:23 PM
My friend Rob Berman lost;

I'm sorry.  I hope you agreed with the choice of the winner.
Title: Re: THE CURIOUS CASE OF THE DISAPPEARING AVATARS AND SMILEYS BY ERLE STANLEY GARDNER
Post by: Jane on September 17, 2013, 05:56:58 PM
Two long books became available at my eBook library at the same time.  I hate when that happens, with long books anyway.  The thing is, I was 23rd in the queue for the 2nd book that became available.  I think my branch had extra books. 
Title: Re: THE CURIOUS CASE OF THE DISAPPEARING AVATARS AND SMILEYS BY ERLE STANLEY GARDNER
Post by: elmore3003 on September 17, 2013, 05:58:05 PM
My friend Rob Berman lost;

I'm sorry.  I hope you agreed with the choice of the winner.

I'd prefer Rob Berman had won since he's a good friend. Elliott's a nice man and a good musical director.
Title: Re: THE CURIOUS CASE OF THE DISAPPEARING AVATARS AND SMILEYS BY ERLE STANLEY GARDNER
Post by: singdaw on September 17, 2013, 06:03:07 PM
He brought me vanilla ice cream!
Title: Re: THE CURIOUS CASE OF THE DISAPPEARING AVATARS AND SMILEYS BY ERLE STANLEY GARDNER
Post by: Jennifer on September 17, 2013, 06:03:10 PM
Has anyone ever tried a chocolate fortune cookie?  I tried one for the first time tonight with some chocolate ice cream. It was so good.

I've never seen one.  The chocolate ice cream combo sounds better than the cookie alone.

I've never seen them before. But they were at the Chinese restaurant I went to. Oddly I had already taken chocolate ice cream. It was so tasty together I mentioned it to my niece who then took my ice cream to try it. When she returned the ice cream bowl it was basically gone. :)
Title: Re: THE CURIOUS CASE OF THE DISAPPEARING AVATARS AND SMILEYS BY ERLE STANLEY GARDNER
Post by: Jennifer on September 17, 2013, 06:03:28 PM
Oh well it was her birthday. So we were allowed to both pig out!
Title: Re: THE CURIOUS CASE OF THE DISAPPEARING AVATARS AND SMILEYS BY ERLE STANLEY GARDNER
Post by: Jane on September 17, 2013, 06:04:50 PM
My friend Rob Berman lost;

I'm sorry.  I hope you agreed with the choice of the winner.

I'd prefer Rob Berman had won since he's a good friend. Elliott's a nice man and a good musical director.

If he had to lose, at least Rob lost to someone nice :)
Title: Re: THE CURIOUS CASE OF THE DISAPPEARING AVATARS AND SMILEYS BY ERLE STANLEY GARDNER
Post by: Jennifer on September 17, 2013, 06:05:03 PM
I found this As Seen On Tv thing at my dollar store today. It's called Hair Bean.  It was only $2.

http://www.amazon.com/Spark-Innovators-Hair-Bean-Detangling/dp/B006J2I65Y

You never know if these things are going to work. But I have very thick long hair. I am happy to report that it does work. Yeah!

Interesting.  I'm surprised it works.  I use a large pic comb.

I had heard that these worked. But was not sure if the one that worked was the same brand as the one at the dollar store.

It is a weird shape. But my hair feels so smooth. I may go back and buy more. I think there were only 4 or 5 extras there. It is a totally different feeling (my hair) than when i untangle it with a regular brush.
Title: Re: THE CURIOUS CASE OF THE DISAPPEARING AVATARS AND SMILEYS BY ERLE STANLEY GARDNER
Post by: Jennifer on September 17, 2013, 06:05:21 PM
DR Jennifer, about last weekend's Emmy Awards:
http://tv.yahoo.com/photos/emmys-2013-primetime-creative-arts-emmy-winners-1379293692-slideshow/

Thanks.
Title: Re: THE CURIOUS CASE OF THE DISAPPEARING AVATARS AND SMILEYS BY ERLE STANLEY GARDNER
Post by: Jane on September 17, 2013, 06:05:27 PM
Oh well it was her birthday. So we were allowed to both pig out!

:D
Title: Re: THE CURIOUS CASE OF THE DISAPPEARING AVATARS AND SMILEYS BY ERLE STANLEY GARDNER
Post by: Jane on September 17, 2013, 06:07:30 PM
I found this As Seen On Tv thing at my dollar store today. It's called Hair Bean.  It was only $2.

http://www.amazon.com/Spark-Innovators-Hair-Bean-Detangling/dp/B006J2I65Y

You never know if these things are going to work. But I have very thick long hair. I am happy to report that it does work. Yeah!

Interesting.  I'm surprised it works.  I use a large pic comb.

I had heard that these worked. But was not sure if the one that worked was the same brand as the one at the dollar store.

It is a weird shape. But my hair feels so smooth. I may go back and buy more. I think there were only 4 or 5 extras there. It is a totally different feeling (my hair) than when i untangle it with a regular brush.

You really should use a regular brush to untangle your hair and that is why I use a hair pick.
Title: Re: THE CURIOUS CASE OF THE DISAPPEARING AVATARS AND SMILEYS BY ERLE STANLEY GARDNER
Post by: Jane on September 17, 2013, 06:10:58 PM
With the rain and having to turn the heat on today I didn't feel like going for a walk.  I should have because I did nothing to burn off any calories today.  If I wasn't so darn sleepy I'm sure I would have found the motivation to go out.
Title: Re: THE CURIOUS CASE OF THE DISAPPEARING AVATARS AND SMILEYS BY ERLE STANLEY GARDNER
Post by: John G. on September 17, 2013, 06:21:37 PM
Has anyone ever tried a chocolate fortune cookie?  I tried one for the first time tonight with some chocolate ice cream. It was so good.

I'll have both. Thank you.
Title: Re: THE CURIOUS CASE OF THE DISAPPEARING AVATARS AND SMILEYS BY ERLE STANLEY GARDNER
Post by: John G. on September 17, 2013, 06:23:27 PM
He brought me vanilla ice cream!

:)
Title: Re: THE CURIOUS CASE OF THE DISAPPEARING AVATARS AND SMILEYS BY ERLE STANLEY GARDNER
Post by: John G. on September 17, 2013, 06:24:27 PM
Back from a nice Thai dinner at a new place. Plenty of veggies with some duck. Just what I needed tonight.
Title: Re: THE CURIOUS CASE OF THE DISAPPEARING AVATARS AND SMILEYS BY ERLE STANLEY GARDNER
Post by: John G. on September 17, 2013, 06:25:34 PM
I would like to have seen Dancing with the Stars. I like a few people in the cast this season. That's more than I can say for the last two or three seasons.
Title: Re: THE CURIOUS CASE OF THE DISAPPEARING AVATARS AND SMILEYS BY ERLE STANLEY GARDNER
Post by: TCB on September 17, 2013, 07:10:07 PM
I am sure you all get tired of me posting these audition clips from Britain's Got Talent and The X Factor.  However this young man is pretty remarkable.  His name is Jahmene Douglas and he was not only the victim of child abuse growing up, but had to watch his mother getting tortured and abused by Jahmene's father.  In addition his brother committed suicide due to the abuse.  Jahmene lacks self-confidence, but he holds it in check during this audition.


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V-xndZZjM4A


Oh and his first CD opened at #1 in Britain.
Title: Re: THE CURIOUS CASE OF THE DISAPPEARING AVATARS AND SMILEYS BY ERLE STANLEY GARDNER
Post by: TCB on September 17, 2013, 07:17:59 PM
DR TCB, I see that Tacoma Community College is seeking a gospel choir director.


You should apply!

I am afraid I lack the musical skills for that job.  Too bad I can't find a job as a pastor.
Title: Re: THE CURIOUS CASE OF THE DISAPPEARING AVATARS AND SMILEYS BY ERLE STANLEY GARDNER
Post by: John G. on September 17, 2013, 07:21:42 PM
The Rev. TCB. I like it.
Title: Re: THE CURIOUS CASE OF THE DISAPPEARING AVATARS AND SMILEYS BY ERLE STANLEY GARDNER
Post by: Laura on September 17, 2013, 07:23:49 PM
Hello. My DH and I just returned from a trip to the Grand Canyon.
Title: Re: THE CURIOUS CASE OF THE DISAPPEARING AVATARS AND SMILEYS BY ERLE STANLEY GARDNER
Post by: John G. on September 17, 2013, 07:24:17 PM
Watched a number of these early Abbott and Costello movies, many of which have had Gene de Paul scores. They've also had the Andrew Sisters, the Tink Spots and a fun trio called Tip Tap Toe.
Title: Re: THE CURIOUS CASE OF THE DISAPPEARING AVATARS AND SMILEYS BY ERLE STANLEY GARDNER
Post by: George on September 17, 2013, 07:26:45 PM
Hello. My DH and I just returned from a trip to the Grand Canyon.

Cool!  Can't wait for the pictures! ;D
Title: Re: THE CURIOUS CASE OF THE DISAPPEARING AVATARS AND SMILEYS BY ERLE STANLEY GARDNER
Post by: George on September 17, 2013, 07:34:15 PM
I am sure you all get tired of me posting these audition clips from Britain's Got Talent and The X Factor.  However this young man is pretty remarkable.  His name is Jahmene Douglas and he was not only the victim of child abuse growing up, but had to watch his mother getting tortured and abused by Jahmene's father.  In addition his brother committed suicide due to the abuse.  Jahmene lacks self-confidence, but he holds it in check during this audition.


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V-xndZZjM4A (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V-xndZZjM4A)


Oh and his first CD opened at #1 in Britain.

Amazing!
Title: Re: THE CURIOUS CASE OF THE DISAPPEARING AVATARS AND SMILEYS BY ERLE STANLEY GARDNER
Post by: ChasSmith on September 17, 2013, 07:58:12 PM
I just watched a 1971 movie that until a couple of weeks ago, I'd never even heard of.  Or I'd forgotten I heard of it.  I certainly never saw it.  Well, it's one nerve-wracking son of a b- gun. 

SEE NO EVIL.  Mia Farrow.  Directed by Richard Fleischer.  It's on a plain vanilla but excellent Sony/Columbia DVD.  A masterpiece (if we must use such words) of suspense.
Title: Re: THE CURIOUS CASE OF THE DISAPPEARING AVATARS AND SMILEYS BY ERLE STANLEY GARDNER
Post by: George on September 17, 2013, 08:00:39 PM
Well, it's time for me to leave work.  My friend Margo and I are going to Red Robin for dinner. 

Be back later!
Title: Re: THE CURIOUS CASE OF THE DISAPPEARING AVATARS AND SMILEYS BY ERLE STANLEY GARDNER
Post by: TCB on September 17, 2013, 08:09:41 PM
From DR TCB:
Quote
Thank you so much, MBarnum.  You are quite right.  I was pretty close to the end of the line when I went to treatment; so I probably would have never been around to find HHW.  But you have all helped keep me sane and sober.  I love you, too.

I think your humor and your being around also helps us.


LOL!  Maybe sometimes, if I don't push too many buttons.
Title: Re: THE CURIOUS CASE OF THE DISAPPEARING AVATARS AND SMILEYS BY ERLE STANLEY GARDNER
Post by: TCB on September 17, 2013, 08:11:09 PM
What happened to the "Spellcheck"" button?
Title: Re: THE CURIOUS CASE OF THE DISAPPEARING AVATARS AND SMILEYS BY ERLE STANLEY GARDNER
Post by: TCB on September 17, 2013, 08:35:25 PM
Someone made cronuts for the dessert cook-off yesterday at work. They were OK.


I had never even heard about cronuts until today.

Title: Re: THE CURIOUS CASE OF THE DISAPPEARING AVATARS AND SMILEYS BY ERLE STANLEY GARDNER
Post by: ChasSmith on September 17, 2013, 08:36:45 PM
Someone made cronuts for the dessert cook-off yesterday at work. They were OK.


I had never even heard about cronuts until today.



I heard about them just a couple of months ago.  They go by other names, too, other combinations of doughnut and croissant.
Title: Re: THE CURIOUS CASE OF THE DISAPPEARING AVATARS AND SMILEYS BY ERLE STANLEY GARDNER
Post by: TCB on September 17, 2013, 08:40:17 PM
New shows on Broadway, new shows on television, and new fiims at the corner Cineplex.

I wonder if Cheyenne Jackson has any new films to debut?
Title: Re: THE CURIOUS CASE OF THE DISAPPEARING AVATARS AND SMILEYS BY ERLE STANLEY GARDNER
Post by: TCB on September 17, 2013, 08:46:40 PM
What's the best kind of mattress to put on a platform bed?  I know it's probably not ideal for ANY mattress, but I love the bed. 

I've worn out conventional mattresses even when I'm diligent about turning it over every so often.  Maybe the solution is simply replacing them a little more often than you would normally.


Sleep Number Bed
Title: Re: THE CURIOUS CASE OF THE DISAPPEARING AVATARS AND SMILEYS BY ERLE STANLEY GARDNER
Post by: bk on September 17, 2013, 08:48:47 PM
Did we have a spellcheck button and if so where was it?  I never saw it.
Title: Re: THE CURIOUS CASE OF THE DISAPPEARING AVATARS AND SMILEYS BY ERLE STANLEY GARDNER
Post by: bk on September 17, 2013, 08:48:59 PM
Finished with my viewing for the evening.
Title: Re: THE CURIOUS CASE OF THE DISAPPEARING AVATARS AND SMILEYS BY ERLE STANLEY GARDNER
Post by: John G. on September 17, 2013, 08:50:30 PM
Hello. My DH and I just returned from a trip to the Grand Canyon.

That sounds like fun.
Title: Re: THE CURIOUS CASE OF THE DISAPPEARING AVATARS AND SMILEYS BY ERLE STANLEY GARDNER
Post by: John G. on September 17, 2013, 08:52:15 PM
Good night, all.
Title: Re: THE CURIOUS CASE OF THE DISAPPEARING AVATARS AND SMILEYS BY ERLE STANLEY GARDNER
Post by: John G. on September 17, 2013, 08:52:36 PM
Seven!
Title: Re: THE CURIOUS CASE OF THE DISAPPEARING AVATARS AND SMILEYS BY ERLE STANLEY GARDNER
Post by: TCB on September 17, 2013, 09:06:06 PM
My friend Rob Berman lost; Elliott Lawrence won for musical direction of the Tony Awards.


Will you get to touch his Tony?
Title: Re: THE CURIOUS CASE OF THE DISAPPEARING AVATARS AND SMILEYS BY ERLE STANLEY GARDNER
Post by: TCB on September 17, 2013, 09:28:31 PM
The Rev. TCB. I like it.

Well it almost happened.
Title: Re: THE CURIOUS CASE OF THE DISAPPEARING AVATARS AND SMILEYS BY ERLE STANLEY GARDNER
Post by: TCB on September 17, 2013, 09:30:46 PM
I just watched a 1971 movie that until a couple of weeks ago, I'd never even heard of.  Or I'd forgotten I heard of it.  I certainly never saw it.  Well, it's one nerve-wracking son of a b- gun. 

SEE NO EVIL.  Mia Farrow.  Directed by Richard Fleischer.  It's on a plain vanilla but excellent Sony/Columbia DVD.  A masterpiece (if we must use such words) of suspense.


I love that movie.
Title: Re: THE CURIOUS CASE OF THE DISAPPEARING AVATARS AND SMILEYS BY ERLE STANLEY GARDNER
Post by: TCB on September 17, 2013, 09:47:29 PM
Drake and The Game (I hope you know who they are, I don't) both chipped in $10,000.00 a piece to pay for the funerals for the man and his five children who died in the house fire in Ohio.  I feel so bad for that woman.
Title: Re: THE CURIOUS CASE OF THE DISAPPEARING AVATARS AND SMILEYS BY ERLE STANLEY GARDNER
Post by: TCB on September 17, 2013, 09:49:25 PM







G'night!
Title: Re: THE CURIOUS CASE OF THE DISAPPEARING AVATARS AND SMILEYS BY ERLE STANLEY GARDNER
Post by: Matthew on September 17, 2013, 10:22:01 PM
Is a mattress topper this new-fangled thing I see on top of the mattresses at the mattress store I walk by on my way to the bank?

Yes, but you have to stand in line for it   :P
Title: Re: THE CURIOUS CASE OF THE DISAPPEARING AVATARS AND SMILEYS BY ERLE STANLEY GARDNER
Post by: bk on September 17, 2013, 10:56:25 PM
I'm going to create a Cronut frenzy in the City of Studio.  I'll post on every street corner that I'll be selling Cronut at my home and that the first 7,000 people in line will definitely get one.  I will be the toast of the town and everyone will love me and I'll be on the Internet and Miley Cyrus will twerk for me.
Title: Re: THE CURIOUS CASE OF THE DISAPPEARING AVATARS AND SMILEYS BY ERLE STANLEY GARDNER
Post by: George on September 18, 2013, 12:31:34 AM
Well, it's time for me to leave work.  My friend Margo and I are going to Red Robin for dinner. 

Be back later!

Dinner at Red Robin was very good and dirt was dished. ;) Red Robin is having a special where if you spend $10 or more, you can get their pretzel bites with cheese sauce for free!  AND since the Seahawks made some kind of touchdown, they were having an additional special for rewards card holders (such as myself) where when you buy any burger and two drinks, you get their Red's Tavern Double Burger (a smaller, two-patty burger) for free!  So between the two freebies, we got $12 off our order! 
Title: Re: THE CURIOUS CASE OF THE DISAPPEARING AVATARS AND SMILEYS BY ERLE STANLEY GARDNER
Post by: George on September 18, 2013, 12:38:45 AM
Tomorrow is the library's All Staff Training Day.  The entire staff (except for those who chose to use vacation) will gather at a local university and have speakers and training sessions and free food and other things to do. 
Title: Re: THE CURIOUS CASE OF THE DISAPPEARING AVATARS AND SMILEYS BY ERLE STANLEY GARDNER
Post by: George on September 18, 2013, 12:39:27 AM
They also announce the 5-year increment anniversaries that occur during this year.  I'll be announced because in June, I officially have 25 years in!  I've actually been working there since 1984, but it's not continuous, and my early time as a page didn't count.  Shortly after that, people who worked as pages could count that in their seniority.

I still have 20 years to go before I can retire. ::)

;)
Title: Re: THE CURIOUS CASE OF THE DISAPPEARING AVATARS AND SMILEYS BY ERLE STANLEY GARDNER
Post by: George on September 18, 2013, 12:40:07 AM
So, I REALLY must get to bed so that I can wake up a couple of hours earlier than I normally do.

Good night, all! 8)