BLAINESWORLD
#719
7.12.2010
In this issue:
1. Reflections
2. FYI
3. Some sermon
4. Reviews . . . MOTHER AND CHILD, etc.
5. TV alert
6. Dealing with negative people
7. Websites
8. Computer tip
9. My kind of golf book
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 celebrated our fifth wedding anniversary
this past Saturday . . . actually, make that we celebrated it the entire weekend.
On Friday night, we went with several friends to the Southern Appalachian
Regional Theater's excellent production of TUESDAYS WITH MORRIE . . . this
is the true story about how a dying professor teaches a former student about
life through a series of weekly meetings.
KUDOS to Chris Allison and Earl Leninger, the stars, for making those
in attendance both laugh and cry . . . Jim Thomas' direction was outstanding, too.
But just don't believe me; here's what some others had to say about it:
* Linda in North Carolina:
We attended Tuesdays With Morrie at the Southern Appalachian
Repertory Theater in Mars Hill last night. The play was amazing. The two
actors were very professional. . . . After the play, they had a whole spread
of tables full of food and desserts made by the board and the cast. They announced
that they do this the first night of each performance. It was delicious and something
to think about when plays come up in the future. You can't beat dinner and a show.
* Christina in North Carolina:
My friend Ayla and I went to the play yesterday evening. It was
wonderful and the actors were very talented. We also enjoyed the reception
afterward. It was a lovely evening.
* Don in North Carolina:
I really enjoyed the show last night. The theatre was/is great for such an
intimate show. The actors made me feel like I was right there with them.
I got to briefly chat with both of them after the show--nice guys.
* Mark in North Carolina:
The play was outstanding!
* For the review from the CITIZEN-TIMES, please click:
http://www.citizen-times.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=2010307110039
GOOD NEWS:
TUESDAYS WITH MORRIE runs through this coming weekend.
EVEN BETTER NEWS:
You can get tickets for just $18 on either Friday night or Saturday night
by calling the box office at 828.689.1239 . . . mention that you heard
about this $18 rate via an email you received from SART . . . the regular
$28 price is in effect for the final show on Sunday.
B. The next day we had fun at an ice cream taste-testing event at one of our
favorite places: The Hop . . . that's us with co-owner Tom Garrison (see also
the BLAINESWORLD BEST AWARD winner after Section 1D).
For information about the winning flavor, please click:
http://hopicecreamcafe.blogspot.com/2010/07/ice-cream-competition-recap.html
At night, we journeyed to Hendersonville to Champa for dinner . . . this was the
first time we've been to that Sushi and Thai eatery; it won't be the last . . . my coconut
chicken fried rice was as good as I've had, and Cynthia enjoyed her sweet heart roll
(with avocado, tuna and crab) . . . for more information, please click:
http://www.champanc.com/
We then saw THE NERD at the Hendersonville Little Theatre . . . this is a goofy
farce that had me laughing in many spots . . . Kyle Keith WAS the nerd . . . he's
definitely somebody you would not want to visit your home, nor would you want
him to teach you a very funny game called "Shoes and Socks."
The show continues its limited run through this coming weekend . . . for more
information, please click:
http://www.hendersonvillelittletheatre.org/
C. Sunday, all the neighbors on our street got together for a potluck dinner
on the patio of our community's clubhouse. Cynthia is on the right in
the back row. I'm standing next to her.
THANKS to Kristi, Julia and Marilynne for arranging the evening, and to Kristi
for baking what everybody said was the best carrot cake they've ever tasted.
D. CONGRATULATIONS to David Berry, recreation director for our
Biltmore Lake community . . . he just has accepted a new position
with Buncombe County's police department, working in the dispatch
area . . . his last day with us will be July 28 . . . our loss, but the
county's gain . . . he will be missed!
***** BLAINESWORLD BEST AWARD *****
This week, it goes to Ashley and Greg Garrsison--owners of THE HOP
(see also Section 1B) in Asheville.
They not only serve great ice cream, they're also very friendly . . . but what
I admire most of them is how involved they are in the community . . . just ask them,
and they'll support just about any group or organization.
Cynthia has personally seen this, for example, with support of both
Big Brothers Big Sisters and Pet Harmony . . . in addition, they run free
entertainment for kids throughout the summer . . . next up
on the agenda is the Curtain Call Acting Troupe on Tuesday, July
20, at 6:30 p.m.
For more information, please click:
http://www.thehopicecreamcafe.com/The_Hop/the_hop_home.html
When you do, make sure you sign-up for The Hop's very informative newsletter.
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2. FYI
My kind of contest; everybody's winner!
Can you come up with a better pickup line than any of the following:
"Do you have a Band Aid? I just scraped my knee falling for you."
"I seem to have lost my phone number. Can I have yours?"
"Is there an airport nearby or is that just my heart taking off?"
"Hey baby, do you have any raisins? No? Well then can I have a date?"
If you can do better (or cheesier?) than that, singer Blake Shelton
wants to hear it.
He is running a contest for such lines. It is designed for the woman or man
who just can't say "hello" in a hallway or a nightclub; they have to use some
catchy little pick-up line as an attention-getter. In the online contest, fans call
in to a special hotline to record their best pick-up lines: 615.942.0746. (To enter,
you must first register your cellphone number.) Each week, Blake will pick his favorite
submissions, announcing them on his Tuesday Take Six webisodes. Winners
will receive a Reprise Records prize pack containing autographed Blake Shelton
swag. And everybody's a winner, as callers who record a message will receive
a link to download Blake's new single, 'All About Tonight,' for free.
This unique contest, which has been held in more than 200 country dance
venues across the country, exploded in popularity after Blake began posting
about it on Twitter and Facebook. Now that the contest has expanded, online
fans can participate through the singer's official website. Listen to this week's
winning online submission here.
FYI, part 2
* Vickie in Pennsylvania (seeking dog lovers in Western NC
or anywhere else):
Buddy, a Golden Mix NEEDS A HOME!!!! His current owners--who
live in Swannanoa--cannot take him to Florida and are moving in 10 days.
A direct quote from his owner, "He is my best friend in the world. I
rescued him 2 years ago at the Black Mountain Rec. Park." He is
house-broken, intelligent, has a very happy temperament, loves to play,
sits, stays and even says "I love you" in the morning for breakfast. If you
can find it in your heart to adopt this sweet animal, please contact
Patty Lee Book at pattyleebook@bellsouth.net.
* Bridget in Pennsylvania (with a REQUEST FOR HELP):
Over the last few years with the help of you, my friends and family I
have managed to raise over $7,000. So once again I am asking for your
support in raising much needed funds for breast cancer research and
community programs.
For more information, please click:
http://tinyurl.com/243hcqs
* Delores in Pennsylvania (also with a REQUEST FOR HELP):
It is hard to believe that another year has passed since I was involved
with the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society. I completed my goal
on September 6, 2009, and I will embark on another journey for the Leukemia
and Lymphoma Society on October 25th 2010.
For more information, please click:
http://pages.teamintraining.org/nj/dublin10/dchalmers
* Donna in New Jersey:
I was unable to open the shingles article, but thought I should mention
that there seems to be a shingles outbreak. Not sure why we're not
hearing more about it. I know at least 6 people that had it or currently
have it and 2 of them have permanent nerve damage from it. It's scary.
NOTE:
If you could not open the article, please let me know, and I'll send you
the whole thing. As Donna points out, this is scary . . . especially since
it can be avoided . . . all you need to do (when you reach the age of 60) is
get a vaccination.
* Ed in Pennsylvania:
Good information [on shingles]. In fact, a friend of mine who did have the shot
developed a very mild case of shingles that lasted for about a week. The doctor
told her that had she not had the shot she would have been in very bad shape.
* Barbara in Pennsylvania:
Bobby and I have a "great" internist for our family doctor. He did not "push"
for us to get the vaccine. I did have shingles about 8-10 years ago!!
* Bettina in New York [on a question about last week about using cellphones
when overseas]:
Unlocked mobile phones often come very cheap. I got one from Samsung
for less than $60 to take to foreign countries with me. You can buy a pre-paid
SIM card and use an unlocked phone to make all your calls.
For me, I am on AT&T and requested a special international travel plan,
so that when I'm overseas I use my cell phone (albeit sparingly).
As per the dreaded PREPAID card, I never bother with them. They are
frustrating and have way too many numbers. As far as the question about
dial codes, when you're in the USA you don't put the 1 in front, but when you
go to Canada you do, same in Europe. If I'm in Greece I don't need to put the
prefix but if I want to call Sweden, I put the appropriate prefix and then dial.
Also, one of the great things about going overseas for me is that I don't make
calls, I actually switch off and go on holiday for real.
* Ken in New York [on same question]:
Nice to be considered an expert on something. Most mobile companies
have international service now but individual accounts can be locked out. A call
to the service provider should be made. I'm with AT&T and unless you
subscribe to their International plan (I do at about $5.99 per month), calls
can be very expensive. So before (and after) a trip for most people, the plan
can be initiated and turned off, billed on a pro rata basis. Before the iphone,
I actually did buy prepaid cards in Australia, France, Jamaica, etc. at
substantial savings (in the country called from!!!). Hope the info helps.
* Edie in Pennsylvania:
I love getting your newsletters and being a source of news too. I especially
enjoy the story of the woman who is living to the fullest. I have heard the
quote: Life is unpredictable, eat dessert first.
* THANKS to Edie (above) for sharing this link for a great interview
she conducted with Annabella Wood--singing truck driver who sings
on love, loss, joy and matters of the heart.
www.annabellawood.com/trucktripnews.cfm
* Cheryl in New Jersey:
I just wanted to thank everyone who was involved in Kicks for Clots in any
way- -players, sponsors, donators, supporters, fans & spectators--for helping
to make last Saturday a huge success! All players had a great time, and
Spads brought home the trophy for the 1st annual Kicks for Clots Tournament!
Additionally, the National Blood Clot Alliance raised over $10,000!!!
For my story, please click:
www.firstgiving.com/cherylfishman
* Great article on Bob in Pennsylvania and his passion for running:
http://lvrunningscene.com/2010/07/07/runner-spotlight-bob-bodkin/
* Matt in North Carolina:
R U sure that tick thing is a scam?!? These scammers must be working
as a team--a woman came to my door, we both got naked and danced
like hell. . . . I know I felt better afterward.
* Rich in Pennsylvania:
In this crappy economic time, check out this page . . . savings and money
also goes to Charity!!
www.mymoneymouse.com
MyMoneyMouse.com was created to give you the best possible deals
when shopping online. It is a shopping portal that gives you access to hundreds
of popular online stores, provides the best coupons to apply towards your
purchases and gives you Cash Back on every dollar you spend! I think the
question should be, Why NOT use MyMoneyMouse.com!?!
* Ingrid in Pennsylvania (commenting on a picture of Cynthia at Pet Harmony):
Any organization working to help animals is a good one. I also volunteer
with a local animal organization here and our pets are also rescues. Good
luck in finding those cuties a home. They all deserve a second chance.
Chris is grateful that they are in NC, otherwise he might have found two new
companions living in the house.
* Marie in New Jersey:
Here's the song I referenced with "a little bit of Blaine!" Enjoy!
Lou Bega - Mambo No. 5 (A Little Bit Of . . . )
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uz4eHPD40w4
* George in Pennsylvania:
My new column finally hit the web. I write on Media and Culture.
http://www.upperbucksfreepress.com/ubfpjuly2010.pdf
* Nancy in North Carolina:
This interview is with Patrick McDonnell, the author of the comic "Mutts".
I have the book that he collaborated on with Eckart Tolle, and highly recommend
it. Enjoy this and pat your dog or cat.
http://tinyurl.com/24wug95
* Natalie in Pennsylvania:
Saw Invictus (may have told you) and last night we watched "The Young
Victoria." I enjoyed both. Have you seen them?
ANSWER:
Yes, and as is usually the case with anything Natalie recommends,
I also enjoyed them.
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3. Some sermon
During the local priest’s sermon, a large plant fell over right behind the
pulpit, crashing to the ground. Acknowledging his reputation for
long-windedness, he smiled sheepishly and said, “Well, that’s the
first time I actually put a plant to sleep.”
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4. Reviews
A. You probably won't find MOTHER AND CHILD getting much "press,"
which is a shame because it's a very interesting film about the impact
of adoption on the lives of three women . . . the acting is superb . . . you won't
believe how unfeeling Annette Bening comes across in the beginning, then
you'll enjoy watching her transformation through the love of Jimmy Smits . . . Naomi
Watts is equally outstanding as a ruthless woman . . . though it is rated R,
I think it would be appropriate (and thought-provoking) for mature teenagers.
B. GREENBERG is now out in DVD format . . . my review from BLAINESWORLD
#708 follows:
Saw GREENBERG, a film that's mildly interesting--but certainly not something
you should run out to see . . . the title character is a 41-year-old guy who has just
been released from a mental hospital . . . he has "issues" and as a result, is very difficult
to be around . . . I think Ben Stiller did well as the title character . . . he is not playing
one of his typical roles; thus, he should be given credit for making a stretch . . . Greta
Gerwig is the woman who falls in love with him . . . she has gotten excellent roles
for her performance . . . frankly, I was not all that impressed . . . rated R.
Here's a better choice: MY LIFE IN RUINS . . . it's a romantic comedy starring Nia
Vardalos (of MY BIG FAT WEDDING fame) and Richard Dreyfuss . . . she's a
Greek-American travel guide who takes an eclectic group of tourists through some
of Greece's most historic sites . . . quite predictable, but nevertheless a "nice"
film that you'll enjoy--and not have to think too much about . . . rated PG-13.
C. ACHIEVE ANYTHING IN JUST ONE YEAR by Jason Harvey, a certified life
coach, certainly has an interesting premise; i.e., whether it would be possible
to accomplish such a task.
I'm not sure that's the case; however, the book's subtitle was much more
realistic: BE INSPIRED DAILY TO LIVE YOUR DREAMS AND ACHIEVE
YOUR GOALS . . . and the author did just that with his collection
of 365 ideas, each supported by a relevant quote and a mini-assignment.
Some had me shaking my head in agreement and thinking that I wished
I followed the advice more often . . . for example:
* "Always write angry letters to your enemies. Never mail
them."--James Fallows
Your assignment today is to add this tactic to your list of remedies
for anger. Give it a try if the opportunity presents itself sometime during
the day. Just remember never to send that letter, because if you do, you'll
have a lot of cleaning up to do later. Hurt feelings take a very long time
to mend.
Others had me focusing on what I could accomplish in any one day . . . for
instance:
* "Whatever you can do, or dream you can begin it. Boldness has
genius, power and magic in it."--Goethe
Your assignment today is to look at some of your dreams. Pick one. What can you do
to boldly go in the direction of that dream? Is there a clear and distinct move you can make
today that will start to hurl you toward that goal? Would it really be so scary? What first step
can you take in faith? The result may be magical.
And, lastly, there were quotes that had me laughing--such as this one that was
followed by an excellent recommendation:
* “When your mother is mad and asks you, ‘Do I look stupid?’ it’s best not to answer
her.”--Meghan, Age 13
When is it a good idea to keep your mouth shut? Start a list of several appropriate scenarios
in your journal. Can you think of a time when you spoke up recently and shouldn’t have?
What did you learn from that experience?
It is a very wise person who knows when not to speak. Talk is often overrated, and it can get
you into a lot of trouble, too. What would your day be like if you concentrated on listening
and tried avoid talking? Give it a shot, and then write about your experience in your journal
at the end of the day. What did you learn when you cultivated the art of keeping your
mouth shut?
ACHIEVE ANYTHING is the type book that should be savored and not read in just
one sitting, but rather, throughout the year . . . that's certainly my plan!
D. Malcolm Gladwell has written three of my favorite non-fiction books: THE TIPPING
POINT, BLINK and OUTLIERS . . . I'll now add his latest, WHAT THE DOG SAW,
to that list.
This is actually a collection of 19 of his essays from THE NEW YORKER magazine,
dating back to 1996 . . . they cover an eclectic range of subjects and personalities,
and each accomplishes exactly what the author says in his preface:
* Good writing does not succeed or fail on the strength of its ability to persuade.
It succeeds or fails on the strength of its ability to engage you, to make you think,
to give you a glimpse into someone's head.
It was almost as if I was personally meeting such notables as Ron Popeil, the
legendary pitchman for numerous kitchen products . . . I got to better
understand his success when I heard him say:
* I know how to ask for the money. And that's the whole business. . . . [Gladwell
then goes on to comment] When Michael Jordan pitches a product, he is the
star. When Ron Popeil pitches a product, the product is the star.
WHAT THE DOG SAW also got me thinking about such other topics as why
the screenings for cancer are often misleading:
* We simply don't trust our tactile sense as much as we trust our visual
sense,
In addition, the book looked at education and made this observation:
* Your child is actually better off in a bad school with an excellent teacher
than in an excellent school with a bad teacher.
I had the pleasure of listening to a CD version of the above . . . Gladwell was
the narrator, and he did an excellent job.
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5. TV alert
A. To see what others are watching across the globe, check out
WORLD'S WACKIEST GAME SHOWS on Tuesdays at 10 p.m.
on TRAVEL CHANNEL.
B. THE DUDESONS IN AMERICA has four Finnish pranksters touring
the United States to perform death-defying stunts for bewildered locals . . . I
love TV GUIDE's description: "Think of it as JACKASS with accents." . . . Fridays
at 11 p.m. on MTV.
C. THE BRIDGE airs on CBS on Saturday nights at 8 p.m. . . . I like
the premise of this Canadian drama: a dedicated beat officer is fed
up with the corrupt police drama, so he takes action by getting
elected union leader.
D. Chad Ochocinco, the Cincinnati Bengals star, can be seen navigating
through 85 bachelorettes to find his No. 1 choice on OCHOCINCO: THE
ULTIMATE CATCH . . . as he notes, "It's not your normal way of dating, but
my way has never worked in the past." . . . Sundays at 9 p.m. on VH1.
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6. Dealing with negative people
This is something to think about when negative people are doing their best
to rain on your parade. So remember this story the next time someone
who knows nothing and cares less tries to make your life miserable.
A woman was at her salon, getting her hair styled for a trip to Rome with her
husband. She mentioned the trip to stylist, who responded:
" Rome? Why would anyone want to go there? It's crowded and dirty. You're crazy
to go to Rome. So how are you getting there?"
"We're taking Continental," was the reply. "We got a great rate!"
"Continental?" exclaimed the stylist. "That's a terrible airline. Their planes are old,
their flight attendants are ugly, and they're always late. So where are you staying
in Rome?"
"We'll be at this exclusive little place over on Rome's Tiber River called Teste."
"Don't go any further. I know that place. Everybody thinks it's gonna be something
special and exclusive, but it's really a dump."
"We're going to go to see the Vatican and maybe get to see the Pope."
"That's rich," laughed the stylist. You and a million other people trying to see him.
He'll look the size of an ant.
"Boy, good luck on this lousy trip of yours. You're going to need it."
A month later, the woman again came in for her hair to be cut. The stylist asked
her about her trip to Rome .
"It was wonderful," explained the woman, "not only were we on time in one
of Continental's brand new planes, but it was overbooked, and they bumped us up
to first class. The food and wine were wonderful, and I had a handsome 28-year-old
steward who waited on me hand and foot.
"And the hotel was great! They'd just finished a $5 million remodeling job, and now
it's a jewel, the finest hotel in the city. They, too, were overbooked, so they
apologized and gave us their owner's suite at no extra charge!"
"Well," muttered the stylist, "that's all well and good, but I know you didn't get
to see the Pope."
"Actually, we were quite lucky, because as we toured the Vatican, a Swiss Guard
tapped me on the shoulder, and explained that the Pope likes to meet some of the
visitors, and if I'd be so kind as to step into his private room and wait, the Pope
would personally greet me.
"Sure enough, five minutes later, the Pope walked through the door and shook
my hand! I knelt down and he spoke a few words to me."
"Oh, really! What'd he say ?"
He said: "Who screwed up your hair?"
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7. Websites
A. History lesson
Do you believe there was a time before YouTube?
To see the clip that likely started it all (and for an interesting
blog piece about its background), please click:
http://www.thisistrue.com/blog-online_video_simply_cool.html
Film fans will love this one, too . . . and what I found particularly
interesting: this clip created so much buzz that the film makers, Bruce
Branit and Jeremy Hunt, were then signed up by a major Hollywood agent.
B. If you've ever tried karaoke or been to a karaoke bar, you MUST check
out this clip:
http://tinyurl.com/2dobdjg
Jewel fans will also like it. And to note: It was the first time there was
ever encore at that particular bar!
C. BLAINESWORLD, the website, remains up and running . . . to view
it, please click:
http://www.blainesworld.net
To those wondering how many others check this website, I think you'll
be amazed when you view the counter in the bottom left of the page.
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
THANKS to Cara in Pennsylvania for this tip if you're on Facebook
(or if you have friends who are):
Scroll to the bottom of your Facebook page and on the bottom left
corner in little blue letters, click "English". When the language menu
appears, click "English Pirate". When you've stopped laughing, let me
know what you think.
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9. My kind of golf book
Dear Friends,
Many of you may not know it, but I have been very busy over the last two
years putting my thoughts and ideas together in a book. I am very proud
of the results and to assist with the marketing, I am asking friends and family
to help me out. I believe my new book on GOLF gives the reader valuable
playing tips and insider information that I have gained through my years
of struggle and experience. I'm hopeful you find this a useful tool to help
you enjoy your game that much more as you enjoy the great outdoors.
The cost is only $9.95 and can be ordered by simply replying to this email.
Don't wait until they're all gone!
Chapter 1 - How to Properly Line Up Your Fourth Putt
Chapter 2 - How to Hit a Nike from the Rough, When You Hit a Titleist from the Tee
Chapter 3 - How to Avoid the Water When You Lie 8 in a Bunker
Chapter 4 - How to Get More Distance off the Shank
Chapter 5 - When to Give the Marshal the Finger
Chapter 6 - Using Your Shadow on the Greens to Maximize Earnings
Chapter 7 - When to Implement Handicap Management
Chapter 8 - Proper Excuses for Drinking Cold beer before 9:00 a.m.
Chapter 9 - How to Rationalize a 6-Hour Round
Chapter 10 - When Does A Divot Become Classified As Sod
Chapter 11 - How to Find That Ball That Everyone Else Saw Go into the Water
Chapter 12 - Why Your Spouse Doesn't Care That You Birdied the 5th
Chapter 13 - Using Curse Words Creatively to Control Ball Flight
Chapter 14 - When to Let a Foursome Play through Your Twosome
Chapter 15 - How to Relax When You Are Hitting Five off the Tee
Chapter 16 - When to Suggest Major Swing Corrections to Your Opponent
Chapter 17 - God and the Meaning of the Birdie-to-Bogey Three Putt
Chapter 18 - When to Re-grip Your Ball Retriever
Chapter 19- Throwing Your Clubs: An Effective Stress-Reduction Technique
Chapter 20 - Can You Purchase a Better Golf Game?
Chapter 21 - Why Male Golfers Will Pay $5.00 for a Cold beer from the Cart
Girl and Give Her a $3 Tip , But Will Balk at $2.00 at the 19 TH Hole and
Stiff the Bartender
Thank you in advance for your order.
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10. A quote I like
The nobler sort of man emphasizes the good qualities in others, and
does not accentuate the bad. The inferior does the reverse.---- Confucius
(551-479 BC), Chinese philosopher
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11. Thought for the day
My kind of dialogues (and movie)
The last scene from MAKE WAY FOR TOMORROW runs as follows:
Bark: In case I don't see you again . . .
Lucy: What?
Bark: Well, anything might happen. The train could jump off the track. If it should happen
that I don't see you again, it's been very nice knowing you, Miss Breckinridge.
Lucy: Bark, that's probably the prettiest speech you ever made. And in case I don't see
you a . . . well, for a little while, I just want to tell you it's been lovely--every bit of it, the
whole 50 years. I'd sooner have been your wife, Bark, than anyone else on earth.
Bark: Oh, thank you, Lucy.
Conductor: All aboard.
Lucy: Get going, Pa.
MY TWO CENTS:
Isn't that a beautiful thought; i.e., to have wanted nothing more than to have
been a particular spouse's partner? This 1937 tearjerker has always been one
of my favorites . . . it tells the story of a couple who have lost their home
to foreclosure . . . the husband and wife must part ways because not one
of their grown children has room for them both . . . do rent it!
And SECIAL THANKS to Ken Hanke, my favorite movie critic, for sharing
the above dialogue with me . . . his reviews can be found every week
in MOUNTAIN XPRESS . . . or online by clicking:
http://www.mountainx.com/movies/
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12. Advance planning department
A. North Carolina events:
* SART, the Southern Appalachian Regional Theatre (see also Section 1C):
AS YOU LIKE IT runs from July 21-August 1 . . . Shakespeare’s most
memorable characters fuse in discord-turned-harmony in this playful story
of mixed-up identities & disguises, romance & love-notes, wit & satire,
slapstick & passion." All the world's a stage, and all the men and women
merely players." Rated PG.
You won't want to miss this one, if just to see Bradshaw Call (one of my
favorite local actors) perform . . . and because Bill Gregg is directing,
you know you're in for something outstanding.
For more information please click:
http://sartplays.org/policy.htm
***** SPECIAL CONTEST *****
If you'd like the chance to win two FREE tickets to the above show
for either Wednesday, July 21 or Thursday, July 22, send an email
to bginbc@aol.com and put LIKE IT in the subject line . . . include
what night you're available and include your street address, email
address and phone number.
* Sarah in North Carolina:
Hypnosis Training Courses Coming Up!
Become a Certified Hypnotist/Hypnotherapist through the National Guild
of Hypnotists' Training Course. Call 828,683.6900 or email
info@HypnoWisdom.com today to reserve your space.
The course is held in Leicester, NC, just outside of Asheville, NC
on the following dates: Part A: July 30-August 1, 2010; and Part B:
Tentative Dates: August 20 -August 23, 2010>
Note: This course offers a Certification in Hypnosis through the NGH
(National Guild of Hypnosis). Early registration is encouraged due
to space limitations. To reserve your space, please send your deposit
of $500.
Early Registration Special - Register by July 15th, 2010 - $1850.00
Normal Registration Fee: $1995.00
Late Registration Fee: After July 22, 2010- $2150.00
Materials Fee: $175.00
Ask about registering for the Advanced Hypnosis Training & Save.
For more information, please click:
www.HypnoWisdom.com
MORE ON SARAH--AND ABOUT ME, TOO:
Sarah is Sarah Gewanter, the person who provided my hypnosis training;
she's the best . . . also, if you'd like me to hypnotize you to quit
smoking, lose weight, etc., send an email to: bginbc@aol.com and
put HYPNOSIS in the subject line . . . I can do this from my home
and, also, over the phone.
* Kimberly in North Carolina:
Many people have been asking me how I lost so much weight over these
past few months (20 pounds!) and as a result, I am pleased to be
co-sponsoring a dynamic free seminar on Friday evening, August 20th
at 7 p.m. with special guest speaker Tonia Hugus, a Board Certified Darkfield
Microscopist and a Certified Associate Instructor at the Kushi Institute
in Massachusetts.
At this seminar, you will learn the secrets of how I transformed my body
without deprivation or starvation to achieve peak performance and natural
wellness! Email me today to reserve your seat for the seminar and/or your
personal Darkfield Microscopy Session with Tonia (Personal consultation sessions
will be held at our Biltmore Lake home on Saturday, August 21st through Monday,
August 23rd.)
My email address: kimberly.ross@charter.net
B. Pennsylvania/New Jersey events:
* Susie in New Jersey:
Saturday, July 17
Choose Your Cover Returns to Monmouth County
Free skin cancer screenings will be available again to beachgoers of Monmouth
County in effort to raise awareness and reduce skin cancer mortality.
The Monmouth Cancer Coalition will offer free skin cancer screening to
adults at six beaches from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. "Choose Your Cover"
will combine the collected expertise of all five Monmouth County medical
centers, two health departments and six municipalities to fight skin cancer
where risks are perhaps the greatest--at the beach.
For more information, please click:
http://www.monmouthcancercoalition.org/events/2010/07/17/CYC0717
* George in Pennsylvania:
If you are a speaker, trainer, consultant, workshop presenter , , , you would
benefit from joining the Metropolitan Philadelphia Entertainment Group. We
are having our first get-together on Thursday July 22, 7-10 p.m. at Warm Daddys
in Philadelphia. As your host, I'll introduce you to a bunch of great people who
may be good connections for you. It's FREE and parking is free and plentiful.
For more information, call Jerry Cerruti at 267.614.2404 or John Mitchell at
856.404.5158.
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PS. 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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