May 10, 2008 Ship of Thieves...May 2008 Repo Thread...Part 10

[gaylean93]

It is a type of Whisky made from rye grain. Usually made in Canada and the US. In the US there is a law that it has to be made with content that is at least 51% rye. In Canada there is no such law. Some have been made with as little as 10%. Some popular Canadian Rye brands internationally are Canadian Club (often referred to as CC), and Crown Royal. I tend to drink Wiser's Deluxe.

Don't get it confused with Scotch Whisky. That is yet a different type of whisky. My Scottish ancestors are probably rolling over in their graves, but I'm not fussy on Scotch. I find it has a real bite that doesn't sit well with me.

Thanks. That really was a lot of info. I have always wondered. I'd probably like it because I love a good scotch on ice and whisky in mixed drinks.

 

[tigger137]

I'm off to watch Doctor Who, the new series starts today.

39 or so years ago, Doctor Who was a major part of my family's Saturday evening. Strange how things come full circle. At least these days I don't hide behind the sofa!

 

[gaylean93]

Last week we went to see The Cult in concert. they put on a pretty good show and still sounded good. Too many of the 80's bands don't sound as good anymore as they have gotten older.

However, the band that opened for them "The Clicks", could use a lead singer. (S)he kept trying to sing at an octave too far below his/her range. Only their last song was done at the right level for the voice and it was pretty decent.

But the Cult came out and rocked the place so they were quickly forgotten.

(s)he that is funny.

 

[Jhalkias]

My first concert was Bob Dylan and the Band at the Forum in L.A.

My next one is Bruce Springsteen on Monday.

Woody

My first concert was Bruce Springsteen in the late 70's. It was one of my most memorable. He is one of my all-time favorites, along with James Taylor, Jackson Browne, The Rolling Stones, and Billy Joel.

I think when I leave the office, I need to crank up "Thunder Road" in the car and roll down the windows.

John, I will certainly pray for your brother...what is his name? I miss you around here....but I certainly understand your issues....living it myself.

Thanks Lisa. All the stories that all of you have shared have given me strength to know I can get through all of this. I mentioned earlier, his name is Manuel.

 

[gaylean93]

Me too, only I'm the retired evil school nurse. This is my MSN Display photo

Great, now I'll be looking for this person on the ship!

 

[woody73]

My first concert was Bruce Springsteen in the late 70's. It was one of my most memorable. He is one of my all-time favorites, along with James Taylor, Jackson Browne, The Rolling Stones, and Billy Joel.

I think when I leave the office, I need to crank up "Thunder Road" in the car and roll down the windows.

John - I like your taste in musical.

Anyone have concert t-shirts? We all could wear them one night. At the pub crawl?

Woody

 

[scottishwee35]

Deborah, I'm sorry about your mum's friend.




It is that in just 5 weeks time, we will all be meeting up to give these much-needed hugs to everyone in person.

Yes, that is 5 weeks I will be happy

We are planning to go there on Friday also



DS would love that he's 7 but picks up boardgames fast.....he's wanted to learn for a while now...thanks

Great Welcome but I won't be there so boys will be there.

You do know this is the WESTBOUND Panama Canal cruise don't you?
Just thought you might be getting mixed up, what with living down under.

Maybe their first stop from Australia is L.A.

Woody

That what I thought LA mmm ah, maybe it is Australia? or not

I'm off to watch Doctor Who, the new series starts today.

39 or so years ago, Doctor Who was a major part of my family's Saturday evening. Strange how things come full circle. At least these days I don't hide behind the sofa!

My son exciting about Doctor Who!! He is with grandparents now and want us to tape it too.

Mary, I see the photo of you both with Monica

Scottishwee35

 

[scottishwee35]

Wigs

Which night? I forgot

Guess what my friend bought a green (not lime) WIG for me from Blackpool

I try it on love it and decide to give purple wig to Alison if she is confident

Probably, we will worn it at disco!!

Scottishwee35

 

[scottishwee35]

My first concert was Bruce Springsteen in the late 70's. It was one of my most memorable. He is one of my all-time favorites, along with James Taylor, Jackson Browne, The Rolling Stones, and Billy Joel.

I think when I leave the office, I need to crank up "Thunder Road" in the car and roll down the windows.



Thanks Lisa. All the stories that all of you have shared have given me strength to know I can get through all of this. I mentioned earlier, his name is Manuel.

Only I remember was Updown Girl - Billy Joel

I used have album Bruce but I think it gone now

I remember 1970 - Mud, Slade Oh god, TIGER FEET mmm

Abba lol

Now too many 2008

I prefer 1970, 1980. I cannot wait to go to disco on the Cruise as last year it was great night 1970 to 1980. Ian got burn feet from the sun, typical. I was dancing with other and interpreter too.

Scottishwee35

 

[scottishwee35]

I forgot Whiney Houston was my favourite.

My friend Alison she know lot more than me and she want to singing My heart go on with her arm just like movies. I told her aye after that I push you in the water

Also like love songs

Scottishwee35

 

[woody73]

. . . I told her aye after that I push you in the water

Nice friend!

Woody

 

[scottishwee35]

Nice friend!

Woody

hee hee

Scottishwee35

 

[Jhalkias]

John - I like your taste in musical.

Anyone have concert t-shirts? We all could wear them one night. At the pub crawl?

Woody

Likewise Woody . . . living in LA it looks like you have just an amazing ability to see the great performers on a more regular basis.

As to the T-shirts . . . even if I still had them, I doubt that they would still fit!

When I saw the Rolling Stones, a friend of mine and I were in college (he now lives in LA) and we went to class the day of the concert, left from school, and drove 5 hours to the Pontiac Silverdome to see the "Tattoo You" show. This was at the time of "Festival Seating" where you sat where you could get a seat when you got there. That was an experience! We then drove all the way back home after the show, and got home close to daybreak. What memories.

My first James Taylor concert I went to was at Blossom Music Center (outdoor Venue) in Ohio. I went with one of my best friends who was a girl (but not my girlfriend). The last James Taylor concert I went to, I went with Amy, and my son Alex and his Girlfriend. Time passes by, but some things stand still.

 

[pahrumpgirl]

The "Mexican Train Game" dominoes are so much fun, but highly addicting.

Lisa, if you bring it, Mrs. Woody and I would love to play.

Woody

Me too!

I'm off to watch Doctor Who, the new series starts today.

39 or so years ago, Doctor Who was a major part of my family's Saturday evening. Strange how things come full circle. At least these days I don't hide behind the sofa!

Dr Who starts here on the 18th. Can't wait.

Carol

 

[CruzDirectorKaren]

I actully look like Edna Mode! Well we are the same size!!

I think you are taller by miles....

 

[granmaz]

No, I'd consider the Beatles a tie with Elvis!


Weighed in this AM....I'm down 6.5 now!
Every pound down is less strain on the knees and hips and means being able to move around the ship more easily.

Well, it's past time for breakfast (had an hour long phone call with Chicago sister), so I'd better go build an omlette and get this day started.

later, kids

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Well done with the continued weight loss Jackie.

I'm off to watch Doctor Who, the new series starts today.

39 or so years ago, Doctor Who was a major part of my family's Saturday evening. Strange how things come full circle. At least these days I don't hide behind the sofa!

So excited it has started. but wasn't too impressed.

 

[Tigger1221]

Kathe and John- and prayers for you.

 

[iankh]

Smart Car Day!

We were up bright and early this morning to go and pick up Mrs. Fezziwig, our "orphan" Smart Car.

The people who originally ordered Mrs. Fezziwig, decided that they really wanted a Cabriolet model which is a convertible. However, they were too late as the build process had started and she was delivered.

They decided they didn't want Mrs. Fezziwig and preferred to wait for a convertible.

Oddly enough, she is nearly identical to the car I ordered, with the exception of missing 2 small options I had wanted. I was facing a 12 month wait, so I opted to "adopt" Mrs. Fezziwig.

Took much longer than I thought it would at the dealer, but we said goodbye to the 1998 Subaru Forester, and drove Mrs. Fezziwig off.

We did a bit of shopping today and I was a bit unprepared to have drawn so much attention to us with people honking at us.

At one point at an intersection, we quite literally stopped traffic.

I did not grow up with cars. My father never knew how to drive a car. As a child, in my entire family only 1 person knew how to drive a car, my aunt.

I did not learn how to drive until I was 28 and moved to Chicago for a job. The job entailed flying around the country, visiting customers and setting up their back office mini-computer systems.

When I was hired, no one ever bothered to ask me if I knew how to drive or not.

In a space of 3-weeks I got my learner's permit, took a flurry of driving lessons (I actually learned how to drive in Chinatown in NYC), got my Illinois License and bought a car.

Because I did not grow up with cars, they have never meant very much to me.

This is the first time I have ever bought the exact car I wanted. The really funny thing is, that for me, Mrs. Fezziwig, is a "sporty" car. Maybe I'm having a mid-life crisis.

Consequently, I am just not used to driving a car that draws any attention from anyone.

Here are some photos of us with Mrs. Fezziwig:


Ian & Mrs. Fezziwig

Mrs. Fezziwig is Smiling Because She Found a Home

Sukie and Mrs. Fezziwig

Mrs Fezziwig Next to a Mini Cooper

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[woody73]

Likewise Woody . . . living in LA it looks like you have just an amazing ability to see the great performers on a more regular basis.

. . . When I saw the Rolling Stones, a friend of mine and I were in college

. . . My first James Taylor concert I went to was at Blossom Music Center

My first Rolling Stones concert was in the mid-70's, and I've tried to see them on every tour since. They are just exhilarating.

James Taylor is another favorite. I first saw him on the Gorilla tour ("How Sweet It Is," "Mexico"). I really like the melodies and harmonies of some of his later work ("You Are The Only One"). Earlier this year, he and Carole King had some benefit shows at the Troubadour, a tiny venue. I tried to get tickets, but missed out. I'll see JT in July.

I've seen Jackson Browne about 25 times. He's an extremely talented songwriter, and his words speak volumes.

Woody

 

[woody73]

We were up bright and early this morning to go and pick up Mrs. Fezziwig, our "orphan" Smart Car.

Congratulations.

Woody