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[singdaw]

Speaking of "extra crispy," my DH always orders his martinis "extra cold," but they hardly ever shake them long enough.

[singdaw]

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[Jane]

The FB post from Charles Edward Pogue is very nice.

[Jane]

Cute test photo from last night.

[Jane]

Wordle 1,547 3/6

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Great!

[Jane]

Not sure I shared our one and only Barnes and Noble review. This woman and her daughter have reviewed almost all my books and they've written me several lovely emails over the years. They are certainly what I'd call loyal readers. It's always fun to get a nice review, but it's more fun when it's from folks you've never really met.

"☆☆☆☆☆ 5 out of 5 stars.   · a month ago 
Supercalifragilistic Is The Perfect Description

My daughter and I love this author - we never know what to expect and we're always surprised, in a good way. We discovered him when a friend recommended his Adriana Hofstetter mysteries, which my then pre-teen daughter fell in love with. Those led us to his other books. Whether fiction or memoir, we are always delighted. We love the Harry Stearns mysteries and his Benjamin Kritzer books so much. When we read that his latest was about his friendship with one half of the Sherman Brothers we couldn't wait to get it. Who didn't grow up loving the songs from Mary Poppins and The Jungle Book and Chitty Chitty Bang Bang and Charlotte's Web? The portrait painted in this loving memoir is so vivid and warm that you feel that you know Richard Sherman. As Mr. Kimmel says in the book, it was impossible to meet Richard Sherman and not fall in love and that is evident on every page. The story of this unexpected friendship delighted us from start to finish.

As she always does, my daughter grabbed it first and disappeared into her room. When she emerged after finishing it, she was wiping tears away. She handed me the book and told me I had to read it immediately and I did and I was in tears by the end of it too. But it's not a sad book. It's a book about two people who were soulmates who were meant to meet. The way they met is so astonishing and one of my favorite parts of the book. We are so grateful he decided to write this book and both daughter and mom think you will love it - if you love the songs of the Sherman Brothers and especially if you've ever had a friend who was a true soulmate."

This is a Beautiful review.

[Jane]

The Brain in Indiana - I remember that. MR BK, DR CEP, former DR KURTSOWENS and I went to a downtown deli so MR BK could see some Indianapolis Jews.....then to the theeder to see the show where we had roped off seats center center....then afterwards we joined many cast members at a nice downtown bar - I forget its name now....I think it's a woman's name....but fun was had by all.

Am I the only one who needs to ask who CEP & KURTSOWENS are?  Thinking a few posts would jog my memory I looked at our members list to see their posts. I don't see them listed as members. 

Correction, I now get who CEP is.

[Freddie]

I'm pretty sure CEP is Mr. Pogue.

[Jane]

Thanks, makes sense.

[bk]

Loud movers for the fellow in the back house, and driveway blocked again, so good thing I didn't want to go anywhere. Jackhammer has stopped but I know the minute I go back to bed it'll start up again.

[Freddie]

BK, your description made me curious (ok, I'll admit it, intrigued) about the French onion soup burger from Shake Shack, so I had to try it. 

It's an interesting combination of toppings, but I'd have to agree with you that $14.99 plus tax is a bit pricy for what you get.   

[Freddie]

It might be something worth duplicating at home, though.

[Freddie]

Strange headlines on this.  I know a Broadway musical may be a small matter in the scheme of everything, but hoping the many talented people associated with QUEEN OF VERSAILLES don't find their livelihoods or art affected negatively by this.

"Kristin Chenoweth Faces Fan Blowback for Charlie Kirk Post"
https://www.thedailybeast.com/kristin-chenoweth-faces-fan-blowback-for-charlie-kirk-post/

Edit:
The New York Times even spent a lot of the start of this article on the Kristin Chenoweth part of the story
https://www.nytimes.com/2025/09/13/style/chenoweth-blair-charlie-kirk-social-media.html
"What Does Posting About Charlie Kirk Really Say About You?"

[George]

DR George - the weird thing about that Merrily link you posted last night is that if you click on the Kindle edition, it takes you to the sheet music for the song "Merrily We Roll Along."         

I know!  WTH?  I've come across quite a few wonky links like that over the years.

[George]

Not sure I shared our one and only Barnes and Noble review. This woman and her daughter have reviewed almost all my books and they've written me several lovely emails over the years. They are certainly what I'd call loyal readers. It's always fun to get a nice review, but it's more fun when it's from folks you've never really met.

"☆☆☆☆☆ 5 out of 5 stars.   · a month ago 
Supercalifragilistic Is The Perfect Description

My daughter and I love this author - we never know what to expect and we're always surprised, in a good way. We discovered him when a friend recommended his Adriana Hofstetter mysteries, which my then pre-teen daughter fell in love with. Those led us to his other books. Whether fiction or memoir, we are always delighted. We love the Harry Stearns mysteries and his Benjamin Kritzer books so much. When we read that his latest was about his friendship with one half of the Sherman Brothers we couldn't wait to get it. Who didn't grow up loving the songs from Mary Poppins and The Jungle Book and Chitty Chitty Bang Bang and Charlotte's Web? The portrait painted in this loving memoir is so vivid and warm that you feel that you know Richard Sherman. As Mr. Kimmel says in the book, it was impossible to meet Richard Sherman and not fall in love and that is evident on every page. The story of this unexpected friendship delighted us from start to finish.

As she always does, my daughter grabbed it first and disappeared into her room. When she emerged after finishing it, she was wiping tears away. She handed me the book and told me I had to read it immediately and I did and I was in tears by the end of it too. But it's not a sad book. It's a book about two people who were soulmates who were meant to meet. The way they met is so astonishing and one of my favorite parts of the book. We are so grateful he decided to write this book and both daughter and mom think you will love it - if you love the songs of the Sherman Brothers and especially if you've ever had a friend who was a true soulmate."

That's wonderful, BK!

[George]

Wordle 1,547 3/6

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Great!

Thanks, Jane!

[Freddie]

DR George - the weird thing about that Merrily link you posted last night is that if you click on the Kindle edition, it takes you to the sheet music for the song "Merrily We Roll Along."         

I know!  WTH?  I've come across quite a few wonky links like that over the years.

And there was the time when I ordered MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG tickets and the computer wondered whether I'd like some "Roll Along Luggage" to go with that.

[singdaw]

A match made in advertising heaven!

[singdaw]

Just attended a 100th birthday party for Pearl, a resident in our building. She is radiant, and a testament to a life well-lived.

[George]

DR George - the weird thing about that Merrily link you posted last night is that if you click on the Kindle edition, it takes you to the sheet music for the song "Merrily We Roll Along."         

I know!  WTH?  I've come across quite a few wonky links like that over the years.

And there was the time when I ordered MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG tickets and the computer wondered whether I'd like some "Roll Along Luggage" to go with that.

[George]

Just attended a 100th birthday party for Pearl, a resident in our building. She is radiant, and a testament to a life well-lived.

Very cool!

[singdaw]

Meet Pearl Mitchell-Jackson, a Minnesota community activist and changemaker who’s been making #herstory for nearly a century!

She began her barrier-breaking journey as the first girl of color to join the all-white Girl Scout troop at her elementary school in St. Paul. Pearl said of this experience, "Girl Scouts made me resilient, and it made me comfortable with myself." Pearl has been involved with Girl Scouts ever since, helping lead our Movement and exemplifying courage, confidence, and character through her commitment to inclusiveness and racial understanding.

A legendary activist, retired social worker, and community leader, Pearl was the first female president of the Council of International Programs and was an active Board member of the Minnesota Museum of Art, Minnesota International Center, Macalester College World Press Institute, and the Rainbow Club. In 2022, the History Theater play “Not for Sale” honored her work against redlining and racial covenants in South St. Paul in the 1960s.  Still active in the community in her 90s, Pearl continues to make history to this day ✊🏽✊🏾✊🏿

[Freddie]

Just attended a 100th birthday party for Pearl, a resident in our building. She is radiant, and a testament to a life well-lived.

Happy birthday, Pearl!

[Jrand75]

DR JANE, KURT is at the top of page 8.  I guess he only used his first name for the few posts he made here.....

[Jrand75]

No WOM on the show DR FREDDIE.

The only ones posting about it are the director and her mother - in GLOWING terms.

I am headed out in about three hours and I shall be brutal in my assessment.

[Freddie]

Be as brutal as you want, as long as you give it an A-plus rating!

[singdaw]

  I am headed out in about three hours and I shall be brutal in my assessment.

Can't wait!       

[singdaw]

A post here

[singdaw]

A post there

[singdaw]

And soon, you're making real pages!