Wow. The internet really does have everything. Hulu has 5-minute mini episodes made from a bunch of Diff'rent Strokes episodes, including the first one with Kathy. [link] Somehow, her comebacks don't seem as witty now as they did when I was six. "Don't EVER call me handicapped. I'm handi-capable, turkey!"
This is a time of celebration, so sit still and be quiet.
Snyder ,'Chosen'
Spike's Bitches 44: It's about the rules having changed.
[NAFDA] Spike-centric discussion. Lusty, lewd (only occasionally crude), risqué (and frisqué), bawdy (Oh, lawdy!), flirty ('cuz we're purty), raunchy talk inside. Caveat lector.
Hil R. - Feb 24, 2009 6:44:53 pm PST #1938 of 30000
Sometimes I think I might just move up to Vermont, open a bookstore or a vegan restaurant. Adam Schlesinger, z''l
WindSparrow - Feb 24, 2009 8:16:49 pm PST #1939 of 30000
Love is stronger than death and harder than sorrow. Those who practice it are fierce like the light of stars traveling eons to pierce the night.
From CuteOverload: "Bedtime for Igor"
Beverly - Feb 24, 2009 9:04:51 pm PST #1940 of 30000
Days shrink and grow cold, sunlight through leaves is my song. Winter is long.
sj, did you tell the parents, "I'll be happy to explain my disability to your sprog, immediately after you explain your lack of sensitivity and tact"? And that's the polite version.
Vortex, I'd give a lot to be a fly on the wall at that meeting. He deserves every coat of paint you strip off him. And you know I love to hear you employ your vocabulary.
I think the main thought that occurred to me catching up was, "Stupid people are stupid." I've found no real reason to revise that opinion.
Todd, I'm exceedingly glad you were able to evacuate successfully. I'm sorry about your neighbors, and I hope the detector retrofit is as simple and efficient as possible.
Laura - Feb 25, 2009 2:35:08 am PST #1941 of 30000
Our wings are not tired.
Loves on Beverly, not that that is news.
The first up close friend that the kids had that was in a wheelchair was Matt next door when he broke his neck. Being kids and knowing Matt they asked all kinds of questions. It was new to Matt too and he was incredibly patient with them.
Just found out my phone answering person won't be in today so I better get my show on the road here.
vw bug - Feb 25, 2009 3:38:24 am PST #1942 of 30000
Mostly lurking...
I have a newly found understanding and respect for the words, "This hurts me more than it hurts you," in regards to punishment.
sj - Feb 25, 2009 3:47:34 am PST #1943 of 30000
"There are few hours in life more agreeable than the hour dedicated to the ceremony known as afternoon tea."
sj, did you tell the parents, "I'll be happy to explain my disability to your sprog, immediately after you explain your lack of sensitivity and tact"? And that's the polite version.
I usually just walk away, which apparently makes me the rude one.
Laura - Feb 25, 2009 4:30:46 am PST #1944 of 30000
Our wings are not tired.
I have a newly found understanding and respect for the words, "This hurts me more than it hurts you," in regards to punishment.
And yet they never believe it. They probably don't get my resentment when they are grounded since it means I am grounded too. If only I could lock them in their rooms and go out and enjoy myself. Kids!
vw bug - Feb 25, 2009 4:38:37 am PST #1945 of 30000
Mostly lurking...
I KNOW! I had to take away television and a special trip to Target last night. And I NEEDED to go to Target. But, at least it seems to have worked. They now know that when I make a threat, I'll stick to it. They listened MUCH better this morning. Hopefully we've moved past the ick of last night.
Laura - Feb 25, 2009 4:57:00 am PST #1946 of 30000
Our wings are not tired.
Random me photo on my birthday swinging in the trees. [link]
Toddson - Feb 25, 2009 5:30:12 am PST #1947 of 30000
Friends don't let friends read "Atlas Shrugged"
In regard to the fuss about the woman on the children's show - there was a newscaster ... Bree someone? who had a congenital problem that she basically didn't have hands. She made something of a success of herself and the general feedback was approval that she was doing so well. Then she got married and decided to have kids. People were accusing her of being irresponsible, since her kids might be born with the same condition. sigh ....
And in regard to my building's alarm system ... turns out that not only does the first person to notice the fire have to pull an alarm and call 911, but someone on every floor has to pull the alarm on their floor. That, seemingly, is what happened - no one pulled the alarm on my floor until it was almost over. We're having a meeting with building management, the fire chief, and our local councilman. Fun, right?