I like books. I just don't want to take on too much. Do they have an introduction to the modern blurb?

Buffy ,'Lessons'


Natter 57 Varieties  

Off-topic discussion. Wanna talk about corsets, duct tape, or physics? This is the place. Detailed discussion of any current-season TV must be whitefonted.


Burrell - Feb 27, 2008 7:14:45 pm PST #2034 of 10001
Why did Darth Vader cross the road? To get to the Dark Side!

eek Allyson! I'm glad you and the car are okay, but yikes! still stressy and icky.

I am really not a picky eater, but am definitely pinged by some foods, like liver, green peppers, snails. Not sure what they all have in common short of making me gag.


DavidS - Feb 27, 2008 7:55:18 pm PST #2035 of 10001
"Look, son, if it's good enough for Shirley Bassey, it's good enough for you."

Sheesh, Allyson, that's definitely nerve rattling. Try putting some lemon in your Cuba Libre (rum+coke).


Susan W. - Feb 27, 2008 8:05:16 pm PST #2036 of 10001
Good Trouble and Righteous Fights

Glad you're OK, Allyson!

I love green peppers if they're raw or lightly cooked enough to still have some crunch, but when they're cooked enough to be slippery...ugh. I definitely have texture issues. I'm fine with pudding, gravy, etc., but once the food has any hint of being slimy, forget it.


Susan W. - Feb 27, 2008 8:22:21 pm PST #2037 of 10001
Good Trouble and Righteous Fights

Once again, I find myself needing the help of the hivemind so I can fake expertise on a topic for a scene in my novel:

A talented but out-of-practice violinist observes a beginner absolutely butchering a piece. What's a simple suggestion he might make? Something along the lines of "Your tone would be better if you'd do X," or "You'd find it easier to keep a true pitch if you tried Y."


Theodosia - Feb 28, 2008 2:37:06 am PST #2038 of 10001
'we all walk this earth feeling we are frauds. The trick is to be grateful and hope the caper doesn't end any time soon"

A cellist friend of mine used to complain bitterly that kids trained in high schools and so on were never taught to hold the bow correctly, as this means a whole lot of difference in tone and loudness, as well as avoiding RSIs.

I woke up 15 minutes ago, which is at least an hour past my usual time -- the cats were quite disgusted AND I have to get a move on or I'll be late, so all my usual morning activities have to be skipped and/or sped through.

At least the cats got fed, which is probably the most important, and not just because it's their opinion that counts.


Cashmere - Feb 28, 2008 2:50:51 am PST #2039 of 10001
Now tagless for your comfort.

Allyson, I'm glad you're ok!


Kat - Feb 28, 2008 3:02:53 am PST #2040 of 10001
"I keep to a strict diet of ill-advised enthusiasm and heartfelt regret." Leigh Bardugo

Yoiks! Allyson! Glad you're ok.


Sparky1 - Feb 28, 2008 3:25:29 am PST #2041 of 10001
Librarian Warlord

Allyson, I'm glad you're okay. Good on you for remaining calm when you needed to, and giving advice where needed.

I had a two hour meeting yesterday and there's a 1 hour meeting scheduled today (same people) that will probably run over. Budget Season, blerg. (Which is followed by Annual Review Season, which isn't a whole lot of fun, either.)


hippocampus - Feb 28, 2008 3:31:41 am PST #2042 of 10001
not your mom's socks.

congrats for DH, Cashmere!

glad you're ok Allyson!

Kat - hope you're feeling better & that Grace is ok. I loved the whole salty/sweet, crunchy/smooth discussion from yesterday.


Stephanie - Feb 28, 2008 4:20:20 am PST #2043 of 10001
Trust my rage

The texture of bananas totally squicks me. Also, pudding.