All is well with me HZ! Thank you so much for asking. Likewise, I hope all is well with you and your family. You are absolutely right about the beauty all around us in the great State of California. Here in San Diego we brag about our city being America’s finest city. That’s not an exaggeration. San Diego is really a beautiful city. I lived in Portland for 4 years, and traveled extensively throughout Oregon as well as Washington state. I really love the Pacific Northwest. Seattle had some of the best Jazz clubs. The people in the Northwest were also the kindest and the most informed people in the country. The only minor downside was the constant rain.
What I really like about it is the language. I love reading books that are not “dumbed” down. I look forward to reading more of the adventures of Marcelo.
You wrote a novel??? I’m going to need something to read when I finish Girl/Hornet’s Nest….. since Goerge RR Martin hasn’t finished the next book in ASOIAF.
I’ve been working on it for longer than I care to mention. I’m in the middle of final revisions, and I’m going to shop it around. I submitted the first chapter to Narrative Magazine, so we’ll see how it goes.
I was over on the last thread, whining about “killing the mood” with my previous post – because I thought I had scared everybody off – but here you are!
Hi JB. (((( Lots of loving hugs coming your way also.)))). Gingerly taking care of several sinus headaches all day, but managed to visit a neighbor and take some goodies to them and then come home and return a call to my best, best friend who lives up in WA. We can talk for hours. Being doing that for the last 40 years. Her husband always would say that he could not understand how we could talk, in many cases about the same subjects for hours on each call. But she is my best of friends, and we enjoy talking about everything.
Lots of goodness coming your way from my space to yours, JB. Thanks for all that you do to lift our spirits here at our beautiful haven. Love you lots.HZ
You are so very sweet to answer my “whine,” HZ! I never have been afflicted with sinus headaches, but I’m sure they are gruesome, and I hope yours are gone now! Loved your story about talking with your best, best friend (of 40 years)! My “oldest” friend and I have been at our friendship since 1967, and we talked – twice – tonight! Our chats also run the gamut, since we might talk about something from “our youth” or last week or some of our plans. It’s always fun, and friends are great, yes?
I am in MT still checking in. Thanks LL for doing this late night music fest. I also wanted to add my thoughts to you and your better half in her job loss. I know how tough that is to go thru, but it also creates opportunities. I hope this creates a new opportunity for her with something she really wants to do. Now she will start with a whole new life after her surgery.
Now to go back and read the end of the previous thread.
Now, yes, I know that Kobe Bryant can be a pompous ass and primadonna. But when asked about Magic Johnson’s gay son, his response was “The only thing I don’t tolerate is intolerance”, and dropped the mic. That’s my man! (On creaky knees which probably belong to a 60 year ol after 16 seasons in the NBA.)
Writing a book is an adventure. To begin with, it is a toy and an amusement; then it becomes a mistress, and then it becomes a master, and then a tyrant. The last phase is that just as you are about to be reconciled to your servitude, you kill the monster, and fling him out to the public. – Churchill
I think we need to reject the claim that these “know nothing” radical nihilists, who have absolutely no qualms about destroying the country just get rid of one man, are conservatives in the mold of Edmund Burke, Benjamin Disraeli, and Winston Churchill.
Churchill was somewhat a man of war – who made a couple of horrible mistakes – fortunately they were recoverable. The weapons of war are such today that “horrible mistakes” may not be recoverable.
Churchill had the ability – held by few – but certainly by PBO – to be able to converse equally with Princes and Paupers. Command of the language has much to do with that & his use of language reflected well in his speeches and writing.
Me too, Jackie. It is nice to have all of the beautiful music. Staying up trying to find some items for protection while working in the back patio. Hopefully, I can find all that I need to help protect me while going through the sinus troubles. So this is relaxing while trying to catch up on the reading of the different wonderful threads.HZ
Meta, yes thank you. No, they are not fun at all, however, I am trying to move with grace and strength in acting on trying to eliminate them as best I can.(((((Thank you, meta))))). You are always so thoughtful and encouraging. HZ
I was reading the article about Jerry Brown linked on the previous post, then came back and found a new post “West Coast Edition” how appropriate! One of the commenters talked about his great education at Cal during the Governors Browns’ administrtions…..Yes, I would say Cal was one of the wonders of the world before Reagan came.
Because I was a member of the honor society at my junior high in San Franciseo, I had the privilege of visiting both Stanford and Cal. Stanford was beautiful, but Cal was overwhelming. What a school that was. This commenter on the Jerry Brown article said he studied with the likes of Noam Chomsky for $350 a quarter, and got his superb education without any debt. Yes, that was how it was in California before Reagan….Kindergarten through a Ph.D…..and you weren’t broke. My husband went clear through junior college for free…..then very minimal costs at L.A. State.
Reagan did to California what he did to the country. BUT…….California, thanks to Jerry Brown is making its way back….and the U.S. can too, if it follows President Obama. (California would be the 9th largest economy in the world if it was a separate country.)
When I went to UCLA in the late 80s / early 90s, my tuition was $450 a quarter. State-sponsored universities are the funnels into the middle and upper classes. Without them, we’re toast.
Carolyn, I think you are describing California under the governorship of Jerry Brown’s father, the gregarious Pat Brown who proceeded Ronald Reagan. I was In Oregon when Pat Brown was governor of California. Interestingly, we in Oregon also had a forward looking, very ethical, Republican governor, Mark Hatfield. Oh how I wish there were Republicans in the country who were like Mark Hatfield.
Yes, he was talking about when Pat Brown was governor. I lived in San Francisco when Earl Warren was governor! That is how old I am. I was in junior high. Talk about a Golden State in a Golden Age. Then in the 60s came Reagan and Howard Jarvis’ prop 13. A too drastic remedy for a minor problem. The residual effects still linger, and the attitude lingers. Our favorite vacation was driving up the Redwood Highway to Oregon and Crater Lake and the Rogue River. Two absolutely beautiful states, run well. Ah, me…..I’m so glad I have those memories.
Central New York in the House. Good to see each and everyone. Too tuckered out (lots of wood splitting and yard work today and the old bones ain’t quite so spry) to say more than love and hugs to Ms. Chips and all you hardworkin’ chipsters!
Hello to all my the westcoast nighters. LL, this is great. I love, love, and love the music. The Mozart is a favorite. Ofcourse, love Mr. Benson. Remind me of the college days and all that stuff. Great memories.
This is a nice way to end the ending for the nighters in our TOD Family. Thank you, Mr. LL. Now, how is Mrs. LL? I hope everything will all work out smoothly and her recovery will be beautiful. Keep your space quiet and lots of those wonderful dinners and cocktails.(((((( Hugs to Mrs. LL from my heart to hers)))))).
Again, love the “Night Music.” Especially, Mozart’s “A Little Night Music.” You are wonderful LL to do this for Chips and the family. I appreciate your great writing and your knowledge that you share with all of us. Much appreciation from my home to yours.HZ
Please call me when you are coming out and I would love to hook up. Chips could give you my email address. I live in a unique part of BC. Steveston is a lovely quaint fishing village, just 20 minutes from downtown Vancouver.
How sweet you are! Canada is a gorgeous, gorgeous place. When I was younger, I hiked the Great Divide, starting at Kicking Horse, past Mount Assiniboine and then ending up at Banff. It was one of the most incredible experiences of my life. Stunning territory!!
This was my first time being first ever. I have been hanging around here or on OFA since the first Primary. Spending a lot of time hand sewing and embroidering a chuppah for my daughter’s August wedding. When she asked me to make one my comment was, “You want a converted Catholic to make a Jewish chuppah? Wouldn’t it be better for his side to provide it?” Guess there have only been civil ceremonies before this one. Soooooo ….. Here I am.
Congratulations Obama Grandmama! I was up watching KCET watching and listening to a featured artist Amos Lee. Never heard of him but his is very good. I googled him and he performed for a fundraiser for Obama during one of his campaigns. I just turned to SNL to see Melissa McCarthy.
Gooooooooood Mornig…everyone…Ms Chipsssss….Associate Chipsters…TODvilleeeeeeee…… Spring has finally to Philadelphia….I am ready to TipToe Thru the Purple Tulips……HA!,,,,
I have this recipe for cranberry scones….ummm…now that would go well with my coffee this morning…
all I saw was the lineup….I must be more vigilant and careful of what I post….I do not want to add to the JIVE….unfortunately…once it goes out ….it is out…
I’ve gone to Crooks and Liars in the past and at best they are emoprogs to the ninth degree. One of the columnists there used to work in the Clinton administration, and it goes downhill from there. I’m not bragging when I say that I’ve been able to poke holes in every argument they mounted against President Obama.
Obama White House.gov
The Obama Diary 
I am here in Oregon.
Winner!
I’m here in the Midwest! Congrats on first.
Me too (Portland). Congrats on first.
I love Portland!
Same here, nathkatun7. Beauty all around. Of course, we have our beauty all around out here as well. Hope all is going well for you, nath.HZ
All is well with me HZ! Thank you so much for asking. Likewise, I hope all is well with you and your family. You are absolutely right about the beauty all around us in the great State of California. Here in San Diego we brag about our city being America’s finest city. That’s not an exaggeration. San Diego is really a beautiful city. I lived in Portland for 4 years, and traveled extensively throughout Oregon as well as Washington state. I really love the Pacific Northwest. Seattle had some of the best Jazz clubs. The people in the Northwest were also the kindest and the most informed people in the country. The only minor downside was the constant rain.
Hi from West Coast LA
Hi Betsy! Thank you for your “like” of my novel. I made some more changes and… I’ve submitted it to Narrative Magazine.
What I really like about it is the language. I love reading books that are not “dumbed” down. I look forward to reading more of the adventures of Marcelo.
You wrote a novel??? I’m going to need something to read when I finish Girl/Hornet’s Nest….. since Goerge RR Martin hasn’t finished the next book in ASOIAF.
please?????
I’ve been working on it for longer than I care to mention. I’m in the middle of final revisions, and I’m going to shop it around. I submitted the first chapter to Narrative Magazine, so we’ll see how it goes.
Anyone else around?
I was over on the last thread, whining about “killing the mood” with my previous post – because I thought I had scared everybody off – but here you are!
Hi JB. (((( Lots of loving hugs coming your way also.)))). Gingerly taking care of several sinus headaches all day, but managed to visit a neighbor and take some goodies to them and then come home and return a call to my best, best friend who lives up in WA. We can talk for hours. Being doing that for the last 40 years. Her husband always would say that he could not understand how we could talk, in many cases about the same subjects for hours on each call. But she is my best of friends, and we enjoy talking about everything.
Lots of goodness coming your way from my space to yours, JB. Thanks for all that you do to lift our spirits here at our beautiful haven. Love you lots.HZ
You are so very sweet to answer my “whine,” HZ! I never have been afflicted with sinus headaches, but I’m sure they are gruesome, and I hope yours are gone now! Loved your story about talking with your best, best friend (of 40 years)! My “oldest” friend and I have been at our friendship since 1967, and we talked – twice – tonight! Our chats also run the gamut, since we might talk about something from “our youth” or last week or some of our plans. It’s always fun, and friends are great, yes?
I just answered you on the last thread – late as usual – just 4.20pm in my world
Hi Obama Grandmama. Hope all is well with you. I have be around much, so I have missed you. ((((( Lots of hugs to you)))))HZ
I’m watching Netflix Mad Men season 5 in the background.
I really need to start watching that show so I know what all the cool kids are going on about.
I got the first season on DVD from SAG for the TV noms…. whatever year that was. Still need to watch it. It’s in my stack of TO WATCH.
I watched one episode. no bfd.
We watched first season and reluctantly opened 2nd season – we were hooked; great show; want season 6
Hi amk and candabarb. Good to be here with you all.HZ
Glad to be with you, too, HZ
I am in MT still checking in. Thanks LL for doing this late night music fest. I also wanted to add my thoughts to you and your better half in her job loss. I know how tough that is to go thru, but it also creates opportunities. I hope this creates a new opportunity for her with something she really wants to do. Now she will start with a whole new life after her surgery.
Now to go back and read the end of the previous thread.
She’s actually handling it WAY better than I am. I’m coming around to a zen state, but I’m a natural worrier.
Now, yes, I know that Kobe Bryant can be a pompous ass and primadonna. But when asked about Magic Johnson’s gay son, his response was “The only thing I don’t tolerate is intolerance”, and dropped the mic. That’s my man! (On creaky knees which probably belong to a 60 year ol after 16 seasons in the NBA.)
So true.
This is for you LL
Writing a book is an adventure. To begin with, it is a toy and an amusement; then it becomes a mistress, and then it becomes a master, and then a tyrant. The last phase is that just as you are about to be reconciled to your servitude, you kill the monster, and fling him out to the public. – Churchill
Yep, that’s me right now.
Why are there no conservatives like Churchill any longer?
I think we need to reject the claim that these “know nothing” radical nihilists, who have absolutely no qualms about destroying the country just get rid of one man, are conservatives in the mold of Edmund Burke, Benjamin Disraeli, and Winston Churchill.
Churchill was somewhat a man of war – who made a couple of horrible mistakes – fortunately they were recoverable. The weapons of war are such today that “horrible mistakes” may not be recoverable.
Churchill had the ability – held by few – but certainly by PBO – to be able to converse equally with Princes and Paupers. Command of the language has much to do with that & his use of language reflected well in his speeches and writing.
LL – Thank you so much for Night Moves. Love, love, love that song!
Here’s another “night” song – the lyrics are a little off in this version, but the scenery’s delicious!
Oh god!! High school slow jam music! 😀
Ha ha! Feedin’ the soul, eh?
ME TOO, JACKIE O!
I MEANT NIGHT MOVES!
Me too, Jackie. It is nice to have all of the beautiful music. Staying up trying to find some items for protection while working in the back patio. Hopefully, I can find all that I need to help protect me while going through the sinus troubles. So this is relaxing while trying to catch up on the reading of the different wonderful threads.HZ
HZ, I’ve had sinus headaches the last couple of days. Usually happens when there’s a change in the barometric pressure. They are not fun.
Meta, yes thank you. No, they are not fun at all, however, I am trying to move with grace and strength in acting on trying to eliminate them as best I can.(((((Thank you, meta))))). You are always so thoughtful and encouraging. HZ
Speaking of “best friends,” hi, there, Barb! How are ya tonight?
Hi mbaffaa; lovin’ the night moves! Someone should write a book with that tune in it!
Good point! 🙂
I was reading the article about Jerry Brown linked on the previous post, then came back and found a new post “West Coast Edition” how appropriate! One of the commenters talked about his great education at Cal during the Governors Browns’ administrtions…..Yes, I would say Cal was one of the wonders of the world before Reagan came.
Because I was a member of the honor society at my junior high in San Franciseo, I had the privilege of visiting both Stanford and Cal. Stanford was beautiful, but Cal was overwhelming. What a school that was. This commenter on the Jerry Brown article said he studied with the likes of Noam Chomsky for $350 a quarter, and got his superb education without any debt. Yes, that was how it was in California before Reagan….Kindergarten through a Ph.D…..and you weren’t broke. My husband went clear through junior college for free…..then very minimal costs at L.A. State.
Reagan did to California what he did to the country. BUT…….California, thanks to Jerry Brown is making its way back….and the U.S. can too, if it follows President Obama. (California would be the 9th largest economy in the world if it was a separate country.)
When I went to UCLA in the late 80s / early 90s, my tuition was $450 a quarter. State-sponsored universities are the funnels into the middle and upper classes. Without them, we’re toast.
Wow LL! Amazing how inexpensive it used to be! My son is at UCLA right now. The cost amazes me!
And some RWNJ followed me. In his profile he had written: “Don’t care for Gov. Moonbeam or POTUS.” Needless to say, I blocked him.
Carolyn, I think you are describing California under the governorship of Jerry Brown’s father, the gregarious Pat Brown who proceeded Ronald Reagan. I was In Oregon when Pat Brown was governor of California. Interestingly, we in Oregon also had a forward looking, very ethical, Republican governor, Mark Hatfield. Oh how I wish there were Republicans in the country who were like Mark Hatfield.
Yes, he was talking about when Pat Brown was governor. I lived in San Francisco when Earl Warren was governor! That is how old I am. I was in junior high. Talk about a Golden State in a Golden Age. Then in the 60s came Reagan and Howard Jarvis’ prop 13. A too drastic remedy for a minor problem. The residual effects still linger, and the attitude lingers. Our favorite vacation was driving up the Redwood Highway to Oregon and Crater Lake and the Rogue River. Two absolutely beautiful states, run well. Ah, me…..I’m so glad I have those memories.
Just dipping in to see what all the fuss about *West Coasters* is all about! Had UM/Cuse game on delay….GN LL, TOD.
Central New York in the House. Good to see each and everyone. Too tuckered out (lots of wood splitting and yard work today and the old bones ain’t quite so spry) to say more than love and hugs to Ms. Chips and all you hardworkin’ chipsters!
Love NY. Welcome!
Good to see you, canada. I had the privilege of going to the ‘Royal’ in Toronto in ’79. Even fed a carrot to Ian Miller’s Big Ben. What a city!!
Do come to the west coast; it truly is the most beautiful place on earth. Way more gorgeous than Toronto.
US Secretary of State John Kerry has arrived in Turkey, where he will hold talks expected to address relations with Israel and the conflict in Syria.
After helping broker a reconciliation between Turkey and Israel, Mr Kerry will urge them to “fully normalise” relations, US officials said.
He will also stress the importance of Turkey keeping its border open to those fleeing the war in Syria, they said.
Turkey is Mr Kerry’s first stop of a 10-day trip to Europe and Asia.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-22056501
Hello to all my the westcoast nighters. LL, this is great. I love, love, and love the music. The Mozart is a favorite. Ofcourse, love Mr. Benson. Remind me of the college days and all that stuff. Great memories.
This is a nice way to end the ending for the nighters in our TOD Family. Thank you, Mr. LL. Now, how is Mrs. LL? I hope everything will all work out smoothly and her recovery will be beautiful. Keep your space quiet and lots of those wonderful dinners and cocktails.(((((( Hugs to Mrs. LL from my heart to hers)))))).
Again, love the “Night Music.” Especially, Mozart’s “A Little Night Music.” You are wonderful LL to do this for Chips and the family. I appreciate your great writing and your knowledge that you share with all of us. Much appreciation from my home to yours.HZ
Vancouver in the house!
Nice to see you Canadabarb4Obama, I’ve got friends who moved to Vancouver and love it so much. I plan to come visit them soon.
Please call me when you are coming out and I would love to hook up. Chips could give you my email address. I live in a unique part of BC. Steveston is a lovely quaint fishing village, just 20 minutes from downtown Vancouver.
Thanks for the invite. I will definitely communicate with you through Chipsticks if my plan materializes
GREAT
How sweet you are! Canada is a gorgeous, gorgeous place. When I was younger, I hiked the Great Divide, starting at Kicking Horse, past Mount Assiniboine and then ending up at Banff. It was one of the most incredible experiences of my life. Stunning territory!!
come up to Vancouver; it’s soooo beautiful; it’s very close to SF
This was my first time being first ever. I have been hanging around here or on OFA since the first Primary. Spending a lot of time hand sewing and embroidering a chuppah for my daughter’s August wedding. When she asked me to make one my comment was, “You want a converted Catholic to make a Jewish chuppah? Wouldn’t it be better for his side to provide it?” Guess there have only been civil ceremonies before this one. Soooooo ….. Here I am.
Congratulations Obama Grandmama! I was up watching KCET watching and listening to a featured artist Amos Lee. Never heard of him but his is very good. I googled him and he performed for a fundraiser for Obama during one of his campaigns. I just turned to SNL to see Melissa McCarthy.
wtg on that first Obama Grandmama, I think I’ve been here about 2 years & I can count my firsts on one hand (and think I’m crazy cause I count them!)
– and your daughter must be thrilled with all your sewing and embroidery 🙂
Come on LL!! You couldn’t have forgotten “Night Shift” by the Commodores….
Here ya go!
Am off to bed now but will check in tomorrow.
The funniest SNL in a long time.
Gooooooooood Mornig…everyone…Ms Chipsssss….Associate Chipsters…TODvilleeeeeeee…… Spring has finally to Philadelphia….I am ready to TipToe Thru the Purple Tulips……HA!,,,,
I have this recipe for cranberry scones….ummm…now that would go well with my coffee this morning…
The Line UP….enter at your own risk…… 😆
The first paragraph about PBO cutting SS benefits is some emoprog BS.
I am sorry…HF….TODville
all I saw was the lineup….I must be more vigilant and careful of what I post….I do not want to add to the JIVE….unfortunately…once it goes out ….it is out…
I’ve gone to Crooks and Liars in the past and at best they are emoprogs to the ninth degree. One of the columnists there used to work in the Clinton administration, and it goes downhill from there. I’m not bragging when I say that I’ve been able to poke holes in every argument they mounted against President Obama.
Once again …I apologize…Don…TODville
.it was right there in the opening paragraph which I did not read…I just went to the lineup…I should have read it…before posting…lesson learned…
Prettyfoot, you don’t have to apologize for anything. My I inquire as to the mask in your avatar, it’s distracting, in a good way of course.
Don…while I appreciate your letting me off the hook…I have to take the heat for not being more aware of what I am posting….and I take it….
as for the mask…it’s just the playful side of a PrettyFootWoman….smilin
There is no heat to take Prettyfoot, besides, I think you can take the heat. As for the mask, there is nothing wrong with being playful.
smilin
Good early West Coast morning, TODville. What’s going on in TODville this morning? It’s dark and quiet right now where I am.
This is going to be a stressful week because the talk will be all about the budget, with the MSM, PL and RWNJs going insane. Hang on tight!!
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