BLAINESWORLD
#717
6.28.2010
In this issue:
1. Reflections
2. FYI
3. Comparing notes
4. Reviews . . . THE SECRET IN THEIR EYES , etc.
5. TV alert
6. On the house
7. Websites
8. Computer tip
9. How hot is it in Florida?
10. A quote I like
11. Thought for the day
12. Advance planning department
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1. Reflections
A. Cynthia, my beautiful bride, and I joined our friend Tammy for a performance
of SOUTHERN (DIS)COMFORT at 35below . . . this is a one-woman show, written
and performed by Elisabeth Gray . . . she somehow manages to play male and female
characters ranging from 27 to 91, and we were touched by all of them . . .I only regret
that you won't be able to see it because by the time you read this, the play will
have ended its limited run . . . the good news, though, is that you can catch
Gray in another one-woman show that opens July 1: WISH I HAD A SYLVIA
PLATH . . . for more information, please click:
http://www.ashevilletheatre.org/35below/35belowevents.html
Before the above, we all had great burgers and sweet potato fries at Pack's
Tavern . . . after the above, we concluded the evening with tasty desserts
at the World Coffee Cafe . . . for more information about this latter establishment,
please click:
http://asheville-nc.com/index.php?&brand=Tourism&eid=10&type=location&item=100
A few nights later, we joined our friends Tom and Dianne for a delicious dinner at the home
of other friends, Nelson and Mary Lou . . . the evening was especially memorable because
the latter couple were celebrating their 46th wedding anniversary with us.
May Lou is quite the cook . . . here's the recipe for the dessert that she served:
Raspberry Tart
Crust: 1 ¼ C. crushed vanilla wafer cookies
½ C. crushed or ground almonds
¼ C. butter
Bake crust at 375 degrees for 7-9 minutes in 9" springform pan.
Filling: 14 oz. can Eagle Brand sweetened condensed milk (I used fat free!)
3 T. lemon juice (I used fresh!)
2 T. orange juice
1 t. orange zest
10 oz. carton of frozen raspberries that have been thawed (I used two small containers
of fresh raspberries--crushed!)
1 C whipping cream (whipped!)
Combine first 5 ingredients. Blend with whipped cream. Freeze. Remove from freezer
10-20 minutes before serving. Top with additional whipping cream and a few fresh raspberries!
B. Personally, I had a most interesting week . . . I began a course through the Center
for Creative Retirement that provided a behind-the-scenes look at what goes into
the making of an upcoming play--TUESDAYS WITH MORRIE--at SART, the
Southern Regional Repertory Theatre.
More details next week, but let me just mention three things in the meantime:
* This is shaping up to be an excellent production . . . if you've read the book
by the same title or saw the movie, you know what the story is about; i.e., it's
about a sports reporter who goes back to visit his dying college professor . . . I'm
looking forward to catching a show performance sometime this coming week; I urge
you to do the same . . . for more information, please click:
http://www.sartplays.org/2010.htm
* One class day, we got to see the then-current production: A LITTLE NIGHT
MUSIC . . . I've now seen four productions at SART; this was, by far, the best . . . the
entire cast was outstanding . . . KUDOS to Bill Gregg, director, and Chuck Taft,
music directors, for their roles in making the production the success
that it was . . . and at the end of the show, those in attendance participated in
a fascinating talkback session wherein all the performers, as well as Bill and
Chuck, stayed around to answer questions.
* See Section 2, part 2 for an email from Rob in North Carolina . . . you'll read about
opportunities to volunteer with SART . . . I'm already hooked, having just taken
on the responsibility of being Chair of its Marketing Committee . . . if you'd care
to join me in that endeavor, just give a holler.
C. And, also, I participated in a most interesting program called AMERICA SPEAKS:
OUR BUDGET, OUR ECONOMY . . . thousands of Americans joined to weigh-in
on the strategies our nation can take to ensure a sustainable fiscal future. Using the latest
technology, a diverse group of participants identified recommendations that were then
shared by people from every walk of life.
What most impressed me about the day was that this was not a Democratic
or Republican event, nor was it something for just liberals or conservatives . . . rather,
it brought together folks from both major parties, AARP, National Congress
of American Indians, US Chamber of Commerce, Concerned Youth of America,
Committee for a Responsible Federal Budget, Heritage Foundation, National
Tax Payers Association and the Urban League, to name just a few of the many
key players who were in attendance . . . for more information about what this was
all about, please click:
http://usabudgetdiscussion.org/our-budget-our-economy-june-26/?r=8&b=1
SPECIAL THANKS to Leadership Asheville's Gerry Goertz for inviting me, as well
as to Joe Hodgson for handling all the arrangements . . . Joe also did an excellent
job in moderating the discussions that took place.
D. CONDOLENCES to Joanne Elliott and family on the death of Joanne's father,
John F. Plath. Contributions in his memory can be made to the Alzheimer Association,
Delaware Valley Chapter, 39 Market St., Suite 102, Philadelphia, PA 19106.
***** BLAINESWORLD BEST AWARD *****
THANKS to Cynthia in North Carolina (see also Section 1A) for submitting
the following name for recognition that I too support; i.e., that she deserves
the recognition:
Kristi Mizen deserves this award. She is our neighbor in our Biltmore Lake community
at "Kaufmann Stone Way." Whatever may be going on in her life, she constantly presents
herself in a positive way. She not only maintains an up-beat personality, she is also
extremely affirming of all that people do in her life. One time when I was trying to explain
a dance form that I teach (and having some difficulty in fully expressing it), she chimed in
and explained the essence of it with ease--affirming what I do.
She is also always available for support in many ways. One such way was that I was needing
some help decorating my outdoor decks. I loved what she had done with her decks. So she not
only offered to help me . . . she has spent, so far, about three full days with me shopping from
one store to the next with expert advice on anything from plant choices to outdoor carpet color
and fabric choices to where to place the furniture, etc. I think we have gone to every store in
Asheville!
When I asked her if she had done this for anyone else, she said that she personally was
the only person that she had shopped for in this way.
It just seems to be in her nature to affirm, be positive and support others . . . qualities that are
admirable, to say the least. If more people were like her, the world would definitely be a
better place.
See below for a picture of Kristi on our deck, along with her great smile and some of the
flowers she helped me get:
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2. FYI
Are cells the new cigarettes?
For a great op-ed piece by Maureen Dowd, please click the following link:
http://www.nytimes.com/2010/06/27/opinion/27dowd.html?emc=eta1
I've been somewhat following this issue (the possible dangers of cellphones),
but not as closely perhaps as I should have been . . . Dowd's one
statement toward the end: So now we have Exhibit No. 1,085 illustrating
the brazenness of Big Business . . . . leads me to the following:
***** MR. CURIOUS HERE *****
It raises the whole issue of--dare I say it?--government intervention . . . and
not letting businesses do whatever they please . . . I've been back and
forth over the past few months with several Facebook friends on this
one . . . and now would be curious as to your reaction.
FYI, part 2
* Rob in North Carolina:
Volunteers needed at SART, the Southern Appalachian Repertory Theater
As we move toward the end of the 2010 Summer Season and prepare
for future seasons, there are many things to do, and new efforts to help
build some visibility for SART. Below are some more IMMEDIATE needs
at SART. If there is something that you would like to do among these,
please reply to this email and let us know . . . we're ready to start working
with you!
Helping out in the SART Office
working on a computer doing database-spreadsheet work
preparing scripts for reviewing for ScriptFEST
cleaning out & organizing archives
preparing photos, news articles, etc. for scrapbooking
Marketing Support:
making phone calls and researching on the Internet to identify groups
for “group sales”
supporting the SART Marketing Committee in their efforts to raise visibility
for SART in WNC
ScriptFEST Coordinator to coordinate readers via email and phone calls
Summer productions
helping out at the box office
serving as ushers
So, there you have it . . . a few volunteer opportunities that are happening
right away . . . but we may find other opportunities as they arise along the way.
If you have the time and would like to support SART being a
volunteer . . . give us a call or reply to this email. We'll talk about your
interests and SART’s needs and find a good match!
Thank you.
SART (Southern Appalachian Repertory Theatre)
828.689.1284; sart@mhc.edu
www.SARTplays
* Jo in Pennsylvania (with a REQUEST FOR HELP):
We (Bingo's Foundation) will have a 5K and 2 mile dog walks (dogs walking
for cats) on July 18. Falls Community Park, 9125 Mill Creek Road, Pavilion B.
Registration begins at 8 a.m. Run/Walks start at 9 a.m. Event goes until
1 p.m. But we will also have a flea market, food, karaoke, live music. Also,
big prize giveaways for individuals/groups that raise the most pledge
money (minimum $500). Among the prizes: framed Flyers jersey signed
by Simone Gagne, Phillies tickets. Fastest adult and teen runner will get
free lessons from MMA of Street Road.
The first dog across the finish line gets a container of treats.
If you register by July 1 via mail or PayPal , you are automatically be entered
into our Air Tran Raffle Drawing (winner picked Oct. 2nd at Bensalem Day).
Complete one entry form, and you're also automatically entered in the Gift Card
gift basket drawing at noon the day of the event. (You must be present to collect
the basket.)
Please visit our website to download the walk flier and brochure including detailed
pledge form information by clicking:
www.bingosfoundation.petfinder.org
* Jim in Pennsylvania:
Here's a preview of my new site for people over 45. This will be evolving quickly,
and I welcome your participation.
http://www.AgelessAndAmazing.com
There's also a new Facebook page developing here:
http://bit.ly/9wURx7
If you're part of this age group, come on by and get involved.
* Edie in Pennsylvania
Wonder how to set goals and follow through? Read this interview that
Josh Hinds did with me on the subject. Lovely to be on the other side
of the equation since I have been an interviewer for more than 20 years.
http://www.goalssuccess.com/page/2
NOTE:
Edie is the second one to be interviewed. Just scroll down from the top.
* Lana in Ohio:
When things get unbearable (even with the air on), we pack a picnic and
go off to the a nice shady park by good ole Lake Erie, which will probably
happen today . . . yesterday I made our favorite summer salad "tabouli." I am
sure you and your beautiful bride would love it. I took the liberty of enclosing
the recipe.
Tabouli
2 cups cracked wheat (bulghur)
2 cups very hot water
1 cucumber, chopped
2 small tomatoes, chopped
1 bunch green onions, (8) sliced
1/2 cup fresh chopped mint ( optional,just a good without )
2 cups fresh chopped parsley
1 clove garlic, minced (optional)
Dressing:
1/2 cup fresh lemon juice(I like to add some pulp also)
3/4 cup extra virgin olive oil (I never use oil)
1 tsp pepper,1 tsp teaspoons salt, or to taste) I never add either).Soak
the cracked wheat in the hot water until the water is absorbed, about 30
minutes. When it's ready, drain any excess water, squeeze dry. (I line my
colander with a piece of cheese cloth.) Meantime, dice tomatoes, finely chop
parsley, mint, chop green onions for the salad and mix the dressing
ingredients together. Set aside.
Stir the prepared wheat, other salad ingredients, and dressing together
in a medium bowl.
Serve chilled or at room temperature. Makes about 8 cups, 12 to 16 servings.
Tastes great and very refreshing . . . tastes the best the 2nd and 3rd day.
* Amy in Minnesota:
Thanks for your support and enthusiasm for Blue Zones. We appreciate
hearing about the building energy in Asheville. I always appreciate people
spreading the word of Blue Zones, especially when they get all their facts
correct--which you did. Thank you! Keep up the good work.
* Carol in Pennsylvania:
Take action
We know that Wal-Mart has outsourced much of its garment production
to Bangladesh where the current minimum wage is just 11 ½ cents an
hour. No one can possibly survive on such a wage, leaving the more
than two million young women garment workers trapped in abject misery.
http://salsa.democracyinaction.org/o/677/p/dia/action/public/?action_KEY=4035
* Gary in North Carolina:
Just click on the link. Each time ten cents goes to the National Audubon
Society by way of sponsors to AshevilleTourismCares.com:
www.ashevilletourismcares.com
Click and Asheville Gives: Our tourism partners have pledged to donate
10 cents per visit (up to $10,000) through July 2 to help restore the Gulf
Coast. Donations go to the National Audubon Society. Visit this site
and spread the word.
* Diane in Pennsylvania:
Bill and I thought it [TOY STORY 3] was so much better than 2. What
an excellent movie!
* Lori in Pennsylvania:
Just saw the film FRESH. It was about sustainable farming and eating local
grown food. Really interesting. I would recommend it. And also, I just saw TOY
STORY 3 . . . it was so cute. Totally recommend it. Find a kid and go. LOL!
* Geri in Pennsylvania:
If you didn't see it already, go see GROWNUPS. You will laugh from the
start of the movie right through the end. I loved it!
* Sharon in North Carolina:
Danny and I saw KNIGHT AND DAY (starring Tom Cruise & Cameron Diaz).
It was a fun movie It also had a wonderful filming perspective from the action
parts. Instead of just focusing on the action star, you get to see it from the
perspective of the victim/helper (Diaz'). I really enjoyed the film, I'm not
a typical Cruise or Diaz fan. Good, fun, light-hearted action/spy film.
* My review of GEORGE: THE POOR LITTLE RICH BOY WHO BUILT
THE YANKEE EMPIRE was recently published by AtHomePlate . . . to
see it, please click:
http://tinyurl.com/33aqt7u
Visit AtHomePlate for the latest baseball news, perspectives and
reviews . . . if you're a baseball fan, this is a MUST:
htttp://www.athomeplate.com/
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3. Comparing notes
Three mothers were sitting around comparing notes on their exemplary
offspring.
"There never was a daughter more devoted than my Alice," said Mrs. Davis
with a sniff. "Every summer she takes me to the Catskills for a week, and
every winter we spend a week at Delray Beach ."
"That's nothing compared to what my Anna does for me," declared Mrs.
Jones proudly. "Every winter she treats me to two weeks in Miami , and
in the summer two weeks in the Hamptons, in my own private guest house."
Mrs. Smith sat back with a proud smile. "Nobody loves her mother like my
Jackie does. Nobody."
"So what does she do?" asked the two women, turning to her.
"Three times a week she gets into a cab, goes to the best psychiatrist
in the city, and pays him a hundred and fifty dollars an hour--just to talk
about me!”
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4. Reviews
A. Look for THE SECRET IN THEIR EYES (EL SECRETO DE SUS
OJOS), the 2010 Academy Award winner for Best Foreign Film . . . it
may only be playing in a theater that shows foreign films, but if you
find it, you won't be disappointed . . . it's an engrossing story about
an unresolved crime that also features a tale of unrequited love . . the
ending will knock your socks off . . . rated R.
B. HOT TUB TIME MACHINE is now out in DVD format . . . my review from
BLAINESWORLD #704 follows:
If you're in the mood to laugh, catch HOT TUB TIME MACHINE . . . just
don't expect anything very profound from this comedy about three guys
who have become bored with their adult lives . . . so they go away for
a crazy night of drinking in a ski resort hot tub and what do you know,
they wake up in the year 1986 . . . there, they get the chance to
change their futures . . . John Cusack, Rob Corddy and Craig
Robinson were all fine in the leading roles, and they had you
rooting that life could be better for each of them . . . .rated R.
C. Remember the game 21 Questions you used to play as a kid? You
can now play an adult version, and you don't even need somebody
else to play with . . . instead, get hold of MY LIFE: A WORKBOOK--a
thought-provoking little book written by therapist Lyzz Yamazaki.
She guides you through a total of 254 questions that will help give
you insight into your true self, your goals and your life . . . you'll focus
on areas of your life including love, friendship, future plans, money
management and even the design of your room.
You can complete the book in a few hours, but I'd recommend that
you spend more time than that . . . perhaps a few hours a week over
several weeks would do it, and then this is something you'd like to
reflect back on every so often.
In particular, I liked this one tidbit from MY LIFE:
* Suppose that your father has one more day to live. Write a letter
that expresses your heartfelt appreciation for his role in your life.
(On the next page, the author encourages you to do the same
thing for your mother.)
This passage also caught my attention:
* If you develop the ability to learn something from any kind of relationship,
you'll worry less about relationships with people. That's because you'll
realize that, instead of trying to change the other person, it's easier
to change yourself--and the transition is smoother. Building good
relationships while growing at the same time: that's like killing two
birds with one stone, don't you think?
Lastly, in the vision section, there were these two great questions:
* You are summoned to heaven. What kind of life would you like
to live there?
* Suppose you're sentenced to live for only one more year. What kind
of life would you lead?
I'm not sure how I'd answer the latter one; however, I do know that Yamazaki
got me contemplating it--plus a lot more . . . and that's always a good sign.
D. Heard the CD version of WHEN I STOP TALKING, YOU'LL KNOW
I'M DEAD--written and read by Jerry Weintraub.
He's the legendary Hollywood producer, deal maker, and friend of politicians
and stars . . . as he notes:
* All life was a theater, and I wanted to put it up on stage. I wanted to set
the world under a marquee that read: "Jerry Weintraub Presents."
And present he did, beginning at age 26 with Elvis Presley, whom he
took on the road with Colonel Tom Parker's help . . . through his
days with Frank Sinatra when he was at the height of his career . . . and
including his role in such hits as OH, GOD!, THE KARATE KID, DINER, and
OCEAN'S ELEVEN, TWELVE AND THIRTEEN.
Along the way, the author shares his experience with such other personalities
as George Clooney, Bruce Willis, George W. Bush, Brad Pitt, Bob Dylan,
John Denver, Bobby Fischer and a whole host of others too numerous to
name . . . but you don't get the feeling that he's merely name-dropping; rather,
it almost feels like you are having a one-on-one conversation with Weintraub.
I also liked the advice that he shared throughout the book, including:
* People will pay you to make their lives easier.
* Never get paid one when you can get paid twice.
* Every 10 years, something new is coming . . . a big hand comes down
and pushes the dishes off the table.
* An idea is only crazy until somebody pulls it off.
* To be successful, you need to have a certain "screw 'em" attitude . . . in
politics, entertainment, sports, etc.
There were some great stories, too . . . one I especially remembered
involved Weintraub having difficulty selling Presley scarves; i.e., until
he got Elvis to ask all those in the concert to wave their scarves
so he could see them better . . . the scarves sold like crazy during
an intermission.
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5. TV alert
A. THE HARD TIMES OF RJ BERGER is about a 15-year-old loser
struggling to navigate life as a teenager . . . be forewarned: it's mildly
raunchy, but the few episodes I saw were both funny and touching . . . Mondays
at 10 p.m. on MTV and repeated throughout the week . . . for a complete
listing of past and future episodes, please click:
http://www.tvguide.com/listings/default.aspx?keyword=hard+times+of+rj+berger
B. Louis C.K. stars in LOUIE . . . it's about a divorced stand-up comedian
with two daughters . . . according to THE NEW YORK TIMES, it takes a
while for LOUIE to find its own voice, and while it is at times, a crude and
offensive one, it is not without a strange wit and under-the-radar appeal. Louis
C.K. is a comedian's comedian, but that shouldn't prevent audiences--mature
and immature--from appreciating his work." . . . Tuesdays at 11 p.m.
on FX; the pilot will be repeated on both Sunday at 11:30 p.m. and Tuesday,
July 6 . . . for a clip from the show, please click:
http://tinyurl.com/2czlrws
C. DOLLY CELEBRATES 25 YEARS OF DOLLYWOOD on Saturday
night at 8 p.m. on HALLMARK . . . Miley and Bill Ray Cyrus perform
with Parton, as does Kenny Rogers.
D. All seven parts of JOHN ADAMS, the acclaimed biopic starring Emmy
winner Paul Giamatti, will air in succession on Saturday night
on HBO--beginning at 8 p.m.
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6. On the house
While shopping in a food store, two nuns happened to pass by the beer
cooler. One nun said to the other, "Wouldn't a nice cool beer or two taste
wonderful on a hot summer evening?"
The second nun answered "Indeed it would Sister, but I wouldn't feel
comfortable buying beer as I am certain that it would cause a scene
at the check-out counter."
"I can handle that without a problem" she replied as she picked up a
six-pack and headed for the check-out.
The cashier had a surprised look on his face when the two nuns arrived
with a six-pack of beer. "We use beer for washing our hair" the nun said,
"A shampoo, of sorts, if you will."
Without blinking an eye, the cashier reached under the counter, pulled
out a package of pretzel sticks and placed them in the bag with the beer.
He then looked the nun straight in the eye, smiled and said, "The curlers
are on the house."
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7. Websites
A. Even if you're not an opera buff, this will make you wish you
were in Philadelphia at the Reading Terminal Market on April 24 of this year:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_zmwRitYO3w
What fun!
THANKS to Barbara in Pennsylvania for providing the above.
B. Here's the wedding proposal you wish you had made (or
received):
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bQVoAWSP7k4&feature=popt00us0c
And on this one, THANKS to Pat in Pennsylvania for pointing it out
to me.
C. BLAINESWORLD, the website, remains up and running . . . to view
it, please click:
http://www.blainesworld.net
In case you ever miss an issue or want to revisit an old one, you
can always look to the left of the homepage for "Newsletters" and
then "Past Issues" . . . sometimes, it is fun to just browse around
for a joke (you may have missed or forgotten), quote, website,
etc. . . . for example, as I just did and came up with this
from BLAINESWORLD #553:
Heard on the Internet (so it must be true)
"I read that ten out of two people are dyslexic," said
Stewart Francis--comedian and game show host.
D. Are you on Facebook? In the unlikely event we have not yet contacted
as friends there, please feel free to send me an invite by clicking:
www.facebook.com/blainegreenfield
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8. Computer tip
To quote from an informative computer article I recently read:
Updating one's operating system seems like the PC equivalent of checking
your engine's oil. But just like a little periodic car maintenance is a minor
interruption that could improve the lifespan of your car, these computer
updates do exist for a reason.
For the whole piece . . . and to find out how easy this is to do (especially
if you do it automatically), please click:
http://tinyurl.com/2emfjr9
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9. How hot is it in Florida?
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10. A quote I like
It's better to light a candle than to curse the darkness.--Chinese proverb
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11. Thought for the day
Lunch with Mae
One day I had a date for lunch with friends. Mae, a little old "blue hair"
about 80 years old, came along with them---all in all, a pleasant bunch.
When the menus were presented, we ordered salads, sandwiches and
soups, except for Mae who said, "Ice cream, please. Two scoops.
Chocolate."
I wasn't sure my ears heard right, and the others were aghast. "Along
with heated apple pie," Mae added, completely unabashed. We tried to
act quite nonchalant, as if people did this all the time.
But when our orders were brought out, I didn't enjoy mine. I couldn't take
my eyes off Mae as her pie a-la-mode went down. The other ladies showed
dismay. They ate their lunches silently and frowned.
The next time I went out to eat, I called and invited Mae. I lunched on
white meat tuna. She ordered a parfait. I smiled. She asked if she amused
me. I answered, "Yes, You do, but also you confuse me. How come you
order rich desserts, while I feel I must be sensible?"
She laughed and said, with wanton mirth, "I'm tasting all that is possible.
I try to eat the food I need, and do the things I should. But life's so short,
my friend, I hate missing out on something good. This year I realized how
old I was. (She grinned) I haven't been this old before. So, before
I die, I've got to try those things that for years I had ignored.
"I haven't smelled all the flowers yet. There are too many books I haven't read.
There's more fudge sundaes to wolf down and kites to be flown overhead.
"There are many malls I haven't shopped. I've not laughed at all the jokes.
I've missed a lot of Broadway hits and potato chips and cokes. I want
to wade again in water and feel ocean spray on my face. I want to sit
in a country church once more and thank God for His grace. I want peanut
butter every day spread on my morning toast. I want untimed long distance
calls to the folks I love the most.
"I haven't cried at all the movies yet or walked in the morning rain. I need
to feel wind in my hair. I want to fall in love again. So, if I choose to have
dessert, instead of having dinner, then should I die before nightfall, I'd say I
died a winner because I missed out on nothing. I filled my heart's
desire. I had that final chocolate mousse before my life expired."
With that, I called the waitress over. "'I've changed my mind," I said."I want
what she is having--only add some more whipped cream!"
Author unknown
(if you know who wrote this and/or the source, please let me know)
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12. Advance planning department (only some NC events this week)
A. Bob Butcher rocks the house with Unit 50 this Friday night
at Tallgary's College Street Pub downtown. Check out the band at:
http://www.facebook.com/unit50
B. Saturday July 3rd from 7-10 p.m. Many of you may have been to an
event at the remodeled park or already experienced Splasheville, the new
water feature of Pack's Square. The renovations have proven to provide
families with an excellent venue for get-togethers. Thus, it is with great
pleasure that The Hop announces its participation in Asheville's Shindig on
the Green. We will be scooping at the event. Bring the crew out to Pack's
Square and experience one of Asheville's long-standing cultural traditions.
For more information, please click:
http://www.thehopicecreamcafe.com/The_Hop/the_hop_home.html
C. The Concerts on the Quad summer music series continues at UNC
Asheville on Monday, July 5 with April Verch and One Leg Up on July
12 . . . for more information, please click:
http://www.unca.edu/summerquad
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PS. Happy July 4th to you and yours . . . to get you in the mood for the
holidays, check out Jose Feliciano's version of the Star Spangled Video
(with great pictures) by clicking:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wpdld0RBAk4
Also, methinks that we all need to pray for the folks who died in the BP
oil spill, as well as for our remaining soldiers in both Iraq and
Afghanistan . . . while we're at it, include those in Israel and her neighbors
who are seeking peace . . . and perhaps most importantly: Make it
a great week, too!
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