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March 27, 2009
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Posted by: dirty_hipster at March 27, 2009 9:17 AM
yo
Posted by: the chicken at March 27, 2009 9:17 AM
This week, I wanted to open up each morning with an edible spread. But this morning, I can’t think of anything else that can be spread and eaten.
So you’re all on your own to figure out what to discuss.
How about:
- Cats and how they get on their backs and spread their legs so you can rub their belly.
- The Economy spread so thin.
- DIBS’ sex life spread over many continents
- The spread of reality shows on TV
- The unemployed posters and the resumes they’ve spread all over town.
- Poo and how the mist is spread.
Let’s hope that some posters spread out and post in other threads
Spread the word....Let this be the last Open thread about a spread.
Posted by: bayridgegirl at March 27, 2009 9:18 AM
dmn
Posted by: the chicken at March 27, 2009 9:18 AM
Aaaarrggh.
Dirty and Chicken...you were supposed to let me have it, the first post.
Posted by: bayridgegirl at March 27, 2009 9:19 AM
Here's a face even benson would love....
http://www.dlisted.com/taxonomy/term/230
Posted by: daveinbedstuy at March 27, 2009 9:19 AM
sorry brg! :(
Posted by: dirty_hipster at March 27, 2009 9:20 AM
It's okay, dirty :)
I'm a little slow this morning.
Posted by: bayridgegirl at March 27, 2009 9:23 AM
- economy: so depressing I'll never be able to buy a home and spread out
- Dave's sex life: we know the spread on that!
- Reality tv: one more discussion of those and I'm hiding under my bed spread
- My resume: the town hooker - it's been spread everywhere
- Poo: again, one more discussion of poo and I'm hiding under my bed spread.
That's my spread and I'm stickin' to it :)
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at March 27, 2009 9:23 AM
I'd rather have a schmear than a spread.
Posted by: daveinbedstuy at March 27, 2009 9:24 AM
OMG! What a cute kitty! I'll have to at some point upload a photo my my kitty in the shower. It's funny - until she uses her rear claws to scratch the living sh*t outta me.
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at March 27, 2009 9:25 AM
"I'll have to at some point upload a photo my my kitty in the shower."
Yes, please do!!!
Posted by: bayridgegirl at March 27, 2009 9:26 AM
sorry brg. I thought I had the right plan - guaranteed to be at my desk at 9:13 - 9:20. The url is very easy to guess so keep hitting refresh every 10 seconds....
Does anyone want to sell me a 2,500+ sq ft woodframe in Victorian Flatbush for $500k? I'm getting bored of waiting for the prices to fall...
Posted by: the chicken at March 27, 2009 9:28 AM
"I'll have to at some point upload a photo my my kitty in the shower."
Not before lunch please.
Posted by: daveinbedstuy at March 27, 2009 9:28 AM
BRG, you dropped out of my harem. You don't get to see the kitty :)
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at March 27, 2009 9:29 AM
Very funny, Dave :)
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at March 27, 2009 9:30 AM
I'm getting bored of waiting for the prices to fall...
Posted by: the chicken at March 27, 2009 9:28 AM
Headline: Stoic Member of Team Bear "Caves"
Posted by: daveinbedstuy at March 27, 2009 9:31 AM
no caving - I just want to buy a bluddy house. If someone wants to sell me that house for that price then I will gladly parade down Atlantic Ave with a sandwich board saying prices have bottomed.
Posted by: the chicken at March 27, 2009 9:32 AM
DIBS, take the STP money and run. Not everyday that someone hands you 19% for doing frack all.
Posted by: the chicken at March 27, 2009 9:35 AM
What is the mega millions worth tonight? Wait...lemme check...ok. It's at 34 mill. What would that be after taxes? If I won that, after paying off all my bills, I'd go to the owners of the little house I love on 18th street and see what I could do to get them to sell it to me. What would the rest of you do with 34 mill? Where would you buy a house as your main residence? Brooklyn? Manhattan? Someplace else?
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at March 27, 2009 9:36 AM
We were selling it all at various points in the afternoon yesterday, chicken!!!! Keeping TSM & WFR.
Posted by: daveinbedstuy at March 27, 2009 9:37 AM
nice!!!
Posted by: the chicken at March 27, 2009 9:39 AM
this morning i get a knock at my door while im ummm well you know what i was doing and my roommate was like rob can you help me with duke's chain? i was like ugh. ill be right out. i turn my tv off and wipe my hands on my undies, put on my pants and go out to help him with duke's choke chain (it keeps getting tangled) and it takes us like 20 minutes to figure out how to fix it, usually im the one who gets it right first. but this morning i couldnt really maneuvre the chain links cuz my hands were all greasy! lol. he totally knew. i felt like such a tool.
*rob*
Posted by: PitbullNYC at March 27, 2009 9:40 AM
Good morning all. I'd like to "spread" a little good cheer today, as even I liked DIBS' kitty-in-the-shower picture.
This will be my only post today, as I'll be travelling from San Diego to San Jose. Enjoying the California sunshine! Also, San Diego has some mighty fine looking women, I must say!
Posted by: benson at March 27, 2009 9:42 AM
thanks for sharing Rob....
Posted by: the chicken at March 27, 2009 9:43 AM
Roughly $8-10 MM, Snappy. That should be more than enough to retire on even at a 3.5% treasury yield.
Posted by: daveinbedstuy at March 27, 2009 9:43 AM
Enjoy your day Benson!
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at March 27, 2009 9:44 AM
benson...Do you know the way to San Jose?
Posted by: daveinbedstuy at March 27, 2009 9:44 AM
the chicken is totally starting to sound like veruca salt from willy wonka and the chocolate factory. I WANT AN GOLDEN EGG NOW DADDY!!!!!!1!!
*ROB*
Posted by: PitbullNYC at March 27, 2009 9:44 AM
8-10mm? That's it after taxes???? DAMN!!! But, why am I complaining. That's a helluva lot more than I have now!
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at March 27, 2009 9:45 AM
"he totally knew. i felt like such a tool."
oh Rob, I totally know and I feel like such a tool!!!
WTF...why did you have to share this with us?? WHY, WHY, WHY?!?!?!
Posted by: bayridgegirl at March 27, 2009 9:46 AM
snappy, i bought a mega millions the other day for tonight!!! i didnt know what day it was but realize yesterday when i checked the numbers it's tonight.. ooooh if i win, ill buy you that victorian, chicken!!! ill buy you two! actually if i won, one of my dreams in life would be to run a non sexual brothel in an old victorian home.
*rob*
Posted by: PitbullNYC at March 27, 2009 9:46 AM
I left my wallet in El Segundo. I gotta get it I got got to get it :)
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at March 27, 2009 9:46 AM
Yes, Snappy. Figure that the present value of the $34MM that is supposed to be spread out I don't know how many years is roughly 50% of that ($17MM) which you would receive in all cash and then after taxes you'd get someting like 50% of that $17MM.
Buy me a ticket too.
Posted by: daveinbedstuy at March 27, 2009 9:47 AM
I'll be buying mine this afternoon when I take my walk Rob. And I'll be crossing all my fingers and toes.
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at March 27, 2009 9:48 AM
What's a "non sexual brothel?"
Posted by: daveinbedstuy at March 27, 2009 9:49 AM
So what does the payout look like when it hits, say, $125mm?
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at March 27, 2009 9:49 AM
About $30-35MM (roughly 25% of the jackpot)....Please figure out the math yourself from now on after I gave you the example above. :)
Posted by: daveinbedstuy at March 27, 2009 9:51 AM
$8-10M
I give up my apt in South Brooklyn and buy a hacienda in South of Spain.
Posted by: bayridgegirl at March 27, 2009 9:51 AM
Maybe its a place where sick people go to eat Campbell's Chicken Noodle Soup :)
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at March 27, 2009 9:52 AM
^^^^ and of course with olive trees on my vast estate.
Posted by: bayridgegirl at March 27, 2009 9:52 AM
quote:
What's a "non sexual brothel?"
a place where people who enjoy the brother/prositution/pimp/madam lifestyle to chillax without worrying about busted by stupid nimby's and newbies. cuddle parties, bubble parties, just all around fun without the worry of prosectution. i'd pay everyone just to be themselves and have fun.
*rob*
Posted by: PitbullNYC at March 27, 2009 9:53 AM
What's a "non sexual brothel?"
I think he meant a non sexual brother.
Posted by: bayridgegirl at March 27, 2009 9:53 AM
Dave, I suck at math! I actually have to count on my fingers. It's sad! Last night I was watching, what else, the Golden Girls. Dorothy was talking about how her ex-husband, Stan, had no business sense. She said he has to get naked to count to 21! LOL
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at March 27, 2009 9:53 AM
"a place where people who enjoy the brother/prositution/pimp/madam lifestyle"
SEE!!! I told you he meant brother!!!
Posted by: bayridgegirl at March 27, 2009 9:54 AM
There actually is a group that hosts non-sexual cuddle parties. The rules about what can and cannot be done are very strict.
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at March 27, 2009 9:55 AM
whoa BRG... i made a typo and wrote Brother instead of Brothel and you posted that exactly at the same time. (twilight zone music here!) i think we might be celestial twinsies!
*rob*
Posted by: PitbullNYC at March 27, 2009 9:55 AM
haha - Veruca Chicken, I like that.
In my defence, I think I've been quite patient so far and just had a mild tantrum while waiting for things to go my way.
Rob, I'm going to hold you to that offer if you win. I have my pride - and it's worth a lot less than a house!
Posted by: the chicken at March 27, 2009 9:56 AM
The "jackpot" amount for the lottery represents the amount paid out in a 50 year annuity. If you choose the lump some cash amount, it's typically half of the bonus - and then after taxes it is halved again. so a 125 million jackpot would be an approx 31 million dollar lump sum payment after tax.
Posted by: dirty_hipster at March 27, 2009 9:56 AM
There actually is a group that hosts non-sexual cuddle parties. The rules about what can and cannot be done are very strict.
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at March 27, 2009 9:55 AM
Very, very lame.
Posted by: daveinbedstuy at March 27, 2009 9:56 AM
"i think we might be celestial twinsies!"
Does this mean I have to get a bean bag chair, start drinking beer and chock my.....
Posted by: bayridgegirl at March 27, 2009 9:58 AM
:( It's not lame! I went once. It was nice. I was very stressed out and needed a serious hug-fest. I felt better when I left. (go ahead, poke fun!)
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at March 27, 2009 9:59 AM
(go ahead, poke!)
Not at a cuddle party!
Come to the next drink up, we'll all give you hugs, but there's rules and they're very strict.
Posted by: bayridgegirl at March 27, 2009 10:02 AM
BRG, for girls it's not 'choking' anything! Try:
Polishing the Pink Pearl
Tickling Your Elmo
Doing the Han Solo
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at March 27, 2009 10:03 AM
BRG, I have a feeling if I got hugs from you I'd be filing a complaint at the police station afterwards!!!
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at March 27, 2009 10:04 AM
Snappy,
you just made my day with the Tribe Called Quest reference
Posted by: Troy McClure at March 27, 2009 10:06 AM
i gave BRG a peck on the cheek on the way out of floyd's last thursday when she was so nice and gave me directions how to get home. then i walked out being all like omg that may have totally be inappropriate :( hahah
*rob*
Posted by: PitbullNYC at March 27, 2009 10:07 AM
Thanks Troy :) I actually woke up thinking about that song. Bonita Applebum is my favorite though.
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at March 27, 2009 10:09 AM
Rob, I'm willing to bet she liked it :)
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at March 27, 2009 10:10 AM
Hiya Retards! I see the Monkeys are jumping up and down because of the Stock Market rally but thing are getting worse.
http://cityroom.blogs.nytimes.com/2009/03/26/city-unemployment-rate-reaches-81/
City Unemployment Rate Reaches 8.1%
New York City’s unemployment rate leaped last month to 8.1 percent from 6.9 percent, the biggest jump in any month on record, New York State’s Department of Labor said on Thursday.
The rise ended a long period when the city’s job market was outperforming the nation’s. The city’s unemployment rate is now equal to the national rate.
Now the 64,000 questions is-> Who can afford to buy a 699k Condo????
We have about 7 months before everything goes Foxtrot Umbrella Bravo Alpha Roger!
Nite nite kiddies...
The What (Lemon flavored Skittles)
Someday this war is gonna end..
Posted by: Return of The What at March 27, 2009 10:12 AM
"i gave BRG a peck on the cheek.....then i walked out being all like omg that may have totally be inappropriate :("
Really, Rob? Nothing inappropriate about it at all.
I hugged and cheek kissed alot of people that night when saying good bye. Some that I had previously met, I hugged and kissed them when I first saw them and said hello.
I would think it's quite common....No?
I come from a culture where it's very common to hug and cheeck kiss people when greeting them.
What does everybody think of it?
Posted by: bayridgegirl at March 27, 2009 10:13 AM
Ha. Just checked in.
Comments on other threads - 6
Comments on open thread - 60
Keep up the good work!
Posted by: etson at March 27, 2009 10:14 AM
The hug and cheek smooch are standard I thought unless the person prefers not to be touched.
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at March 27, 2009 10:15 AM
Foxtrot Umbrella Bravo Alpha Roger!
So you weren't actually in the military!! If you were, you'd know it was Foxtrot Uniform Bravo Alpha Romeo.
Posted by: daveinbedstuy at March 27, 2009 10:15 AM
I wanted to grope two or three people but figured it would be inappropriate.
Posted by: daveinbedstuy at March 27, 2009 10:17 AM
Who wants to hug and kiss The What?
Maybe he can set up a kissing booth to raise money to pump into the economy.
Posted by: bayridgegirl at March 27, 2009 10:18 AM
DIBS, you snorted at a couple of people that night. Was that inappropriate?
Posted by: bayridgegirl at March 27, 2009 10:19 AM
Another great one, Snappy. I really can't pick favorites when it comes to Tribe or De La Soul, everything they do is great
Posted by: Troy McClure at March 27, 2009 10:20 AM
Mr. B must be ruing the day he set up the open thread. No one really goes outside of this thread unless there is potential for a racial argument or a ridiculously priced HOTD.
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at March 27, 2009 10:21 AM
"I wanted to grope two or three people but figured it would be inappropriate."
Ditto. There were a couple of hotties there that night.
Posted by: bayridgegirl at March 27, 2009 10:21 AM
Very true, Troy. All of it is very good stuff. That is some serious chill music.
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at March 27, 2009 10:22 AM
Snappy...any hit is a profittble hit to the site..
Posted by: daveinbedstuy at March 27, 2009 10:22 AM
"I wanted to grope two or three people but figured it would be inappropriate.
Posted by: daveinbedstuy at March 27, 2009 10:17 AM"
names please.
Posted by: the chicken at March 27, 2009 10:23 AM
Right Dave **Rolls eyes****
One question: Did Brownstoner come to the last party??
The What
Someday this war is gonna end...
Posted by: Return of The What at March 27, 2009 10:24 AM
i thought the one lurker near the entrance for like TWO hours was hot. hey lurker, if you're reading thing hiiiIiii
*rob*
Posted by: PitbullNYC at March 27, 2009 10:24 AM
Ah, I see. In that case, it's a blessing. I don't know any other thread that has gotten so many hits.
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at March 27, 2009 10:25 AM
"I wanted to grope two or three people but figured it would be inappropriate.
Posted by: daveinbedstuy at March 27, 2009 10:17 AM"
names please.
Posted by: the chicken at March 27, 2009 10:23 AM
Don't ask questions that you don't want to hear the answers to.
Posted by: daveinbedstuy at March 27, 2009 10:26 AM
You have to show up to find out who's there, What.
Posted by: daveinbedstuy at March 27, 2009 10:27 AM
Snappy before the OT, several threads would get alot of posts, alot of them people BSing. Now it just got diverted to here.
Posted by: bayridgegirl at March 27, 2009 10:27 AM
"Mr. B must be ruing the day he set up the open thread. No one really goes outside of this thread unless there is potential for a racial argument or a ridiculously priced HOTD."
As funny as it sounds it's the truth now. Like a dying Sun...
The What
Someday this war is gonna end...
Posted by: Return of The What at March 27, 2009 10:27 AM
Right Dave **Rolls eyes****
This is a very uncharacteristic response from you, What. I'm feeling the new love!!! :)
Posted by: daveinbedstuy at March 27, 2009 10:28 AM
"Don't ask questions that you don't want to hear the answers to."
D'oh!
Posted by: bayridgegirl at March 27, 2009 10:28 AM
What is a bubble party? That sounds like college, where there were lentils and MDMA.
Posted by: Heather at March 27, 2009 10:28 AM
Greetings from vacation land.
You people are pathetic losers. It's almost 10:30 and you're only up to 79 comments?? Let's go people!
Ok, hi and bye. Love you all. Hugs and smooches all around.
Posted by: Biff Champion at March 27, 2009 10:28 AM
There haven't been any really good threads about particular economic issues lately. They usually get a lot of useful and useless comments.
Posted by: daveinbedstuy at March 27, 2009 10:29 AM
You have to show up to find out who's there, What.
I know you can't help it Dave (The What looks for a Bocce Ball). Can someone tell me if the Asshat in Charge showed up!
The What
Someday this war is gonna end...
Posted by: Return of The What at March 27, 2009 10:30 AM
Rob, what lurker by the front door?
That was the guy checking ID's!
Posted by: bayridgegirl at March 27, 2009 10:30 AM
Dave wanted to grope the chicken??? Whoooooo!
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at March 27, 2009 10:31 AM
Biff, where are you vacationing???? You don't have to give us the exact bungalo number, just a general idea.
Posted by: daveinbedstuy at March 27, 2009 10:31 AM
"Can someone tell me if the Asshat in Charge showed up!"
What, I thought you were the Asshat in Charge? I'm so confused. I thought you called the shots around here.
Posted by: bayridgegirl at March 27, 2009 10:32 AM
rob mentioned the following day that there was a lurker. And, I think someone even posted that they had walked by a few times and were too shy (ashamed? :)) to come in.
Posted by: daveinbedstuy at March 27, 2009 10:33 AM
Biff, you went on vaca without me??? A divorce may be coming afterall :(
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at March 27, 2009 10:33 AM
Yes What, Biff, the Asshat in Charge, was there.
Posted by: daveinbedstuy at March 27, 2009 10:34 AM
i do have to mention that what made me lol yesterday when he asked if mr b. was fire marshall bill. i loved in livin color. (the two guys from Men On Film skits remind me of dave)
*rob*
Posted by: PitbullNYC at March 27, 2009 10:37 AM
How dare you, rob!!! I'm nowhere near "that" gay!!! :)
Posted by: daveinbedstuy at March 27, 2009 10:39 AM
Did you all see that there's going to be a remake of "The Three Stooges" with Jim Carey, Sean Penn & Benicio del Toro??
Posted by: daveinbedstuy at March 27, 2009 10:41 AM
"Biff, you went on vaca without me???"
Those would be some interesting vacation pictures.
Biff, Mrs. Champion, little Champettes and Snappy all smiling for the camera.
Posted by: bayridgegirl at March 27, 2009 10:42 AM
You haven't had any good "snaps" in quite awhile, girl.
Posted by: daveinbedstuy at March 27, 2009 10:43 AM
"You haven't had any good "snaps" in quite awhile, girl."
Are you talking to me or Snappy?
Posted by: bayridgegirl at March 27, 2009 10:45 AM
LOL Rob!
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at March 27, 2009 10:45 AM
ruh-roh. i think the OT is headed for extinction soon. :(
*rob*
Posted by: PitbullNYC at March 27, 2009 10:45 AM
Rob, who would you make Homey the Clown? The What?
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at March 27, 2009 10:46 AM
why extinction?
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at March 27, 2009 10:47 AM
"You haven't had any good "snaps" in quite awhile, girl."
Are you talking to me or Snappy?
Posted by: bayridgegirl at March 27, 2009 10:45 AM
I was talking to rob. "Girl talk!!!" :)
Posted by: daveinbedstuy at March 27, 2009 10:48 AM
Mr. B wants to talk about commenting....GULP!
Posted by: bayridgegirl at March 27, 2009 10:48 AM
"I wanted to grope two or three people but figured it would be inappropriate.
Posted by: daveinbedstuy at March 27, 2009 10:17 AM"
names please.
Posted by: the chicken at March 27, 2009 10:23 AM
Don't ask questions that you don't want to hear the answers to.
Posted by: daveinbedstuy at March 27, 2009 10:26 AM
Dave wanted to grope the chicken??? Whoooooo!
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at March 27, 2009 10:31 AM
erm....request retracted...
Posted by: the chicken at March 27, 2009 10:48 AM
What 'verbal beat-down' is Mr. B talking about? Did I miss something?
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at March 27, 2009 10:49 AM
"Nor is the level of discussion going on in today's Open Thread really where we'd like it to be."
Posted by Mr. B in the thread above us...Let's Talk About Commenting^^^^^^^
Posted by: daveinbedstuy at March 27, 2009 10:49 AM
Party over.
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at March 27, 2009 10:52 AM
"Posted by Mr. B in the thread above us...Let's Talk About Commenting^^^^^^^"
See how much the level of discussion declines when I'm not here!
Posted by: Biff Champion at March 27, 2009 10:54 AM
Who got the verbal beat down? I hope he's not referring to "randolph" who's first post was "pathetic losers!"
Posted by: daveinbedstuy at March 27, 2009 10:55 AM
Sounds like the What needs some time in Rob's brothel. BRG give him a hug for me. :)
Posted by: Adam Dahill at March 27, 2009 10:56 AM
Does anyone know what the level of discussion in the OT is supposed to be??? I thought that there was no rule about the level here and that's why it was invented. As far as vitriolic arguments that ensue on other threaads, if they remain on topic it looks like they are OK. that's not saying the vitriol is good or bad.
Besides, once you sell your soul to the devil (advertisers), you better watch out what you ask for.
Posted by: daveinbedstuy at March 27, 2009 10:58 AM
Dave, I'm sitting here dumbfounded, wondering the same thing. If the OT is supposed to have a topic or legit discussion, then it's not a true OT. I can see how people are afraid to 'join this party' going on in here everyday, but until a couple of months ago I wasn't a regular commenter either. I hung back, to chicken to join, and then got over it. Nobody bit me. Nobody told me to get out. Is it intimidating to come in here? Yes. But that doesn't mean you can't.
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at March 27, 2009 11:01 AM
Maybe there can be a "Brothel thread" where everyone is nice and cuddly with each other.
Yeah, that'd work for about 15 minutes. Christ people, this is New York F*&in City.
Posted by: daveinbedstuy at March 27, 2009 11:07 AM
Right now I'm riding the line between offended and annoyed. I'm also starting to think, really think, about something the What has been shouting for a long time. I feel like we are being baited. Active vs. Lurker, Informed vs. Uninformed, Projects vs. Cozy Condo, etc. Is that "comments" thread a true attempt to figure out an issue? The conversation has been had before. Or, is it a way to get more clicks? Yeah, all of us click like fiends all day, but what better way to up it than to invite occasional lurkers to click today and keep coming back for the update on "As the Blog Turns."
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at March 27, 2009 11:13 AM
Here, here, Snappy. You tell him!!!!
Posted by: daveinbedstuy at March 27, 2009 11:19 AM
I'm really pissed now. Soon I'll be offering skittles alongside the What.
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at March 27, 2009 11:23 AM
The What offered me skittles. It was one of the few times we were in perfect agreement.
That thread accomplished something!!!!
Posted by: daveinbedstuy at March 27, 2009 11:29 AM
I saw that Dave! I never thought I'd be preaching from the Book Of What, but here I am!
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at March 27, 2009 11:34 AM
Snappy, get over to the Comment Thread and Comment.
You make some good points above.
Posted by: bayridgegirl at March 27, 2009 11:49 AM
I'm striking. I'm not generating clicks for anyone who's not appreciative. gift horse mouth what? I left my comment in the appropriate section.
You want to talk to me? email me:
Townhouselady at yahoo dot com
Later.
Posted by: TownhouseLady at March 27, 2009 11:54 AM
BRG, I'm so disgusted right now I can't even form the words to post over there.
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at March 27, 2009 11:54 AM
Seriously, I think Mr. B wants / needs more comments in the threads...not just this one. I think he worded his opening post very poorly. He needs to look at the topics he's putting up every day and dress those up and then he'll get more posts/comments.
And the people in that thread saying that the post often veer off topic have no idea what the f*ck they're talking about. Ever since the OT was started, things have been so on topic in other threads.
I'm getting pissed also.
Why are people such cry babies?
Posted by: bayridgegirl at March 27, 2009 12:05 PM
BRG, I honestly think folks want to be a part of this party but are too afraid or whatever to try to join. Thus the boo-hooing. Like I said, I was nervous to jump in here at first as well. A few months later I've got people trying to help me find a job and offering to buy me drinks at the Meet-Up. If that's not proof that you guys don't bite and are nice as hell to new people, I don't know what is. This is all a bunch of bullshit designed to get more hits.
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at March 27, 2009 12:10 PM
Truffles?
cats?
Posted by: daveinbedstuy at March 27, 2009 12:24 PM
Maybe we should discuss how cat ownership affects historic brownstone interiors, lest we get in trouble.
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at March 27, 2009 12:30 PM
I think it might be worth noting that no other similar blogs, even the popular ones, have any commentator community whatsoever... and that the community, good and bad, is what sets b-stoner apart.
Posted by: Heather at March 27, 2009 12:32 PM
Hoummus! [edible spread]
Sorry I'm late - I actually had work to do and got suckered into that other post.
Let's see what banality I can add, for babs entertainment, of course. I wouldn't want to let her down. Seeing as I have no life beyond this place. : P
"Why are people such cry babies?"
Feck 'em. Things are so much tidier lately. He's grasping. There were some good suggestions though.
Rob, who was the lurker that you thought was hot? A guy?
Posted by: cobblehiller at March 27, 2009 12:33 PM
Didn't Rob mention that Curbed was having a meet up too - like next week?
Ours was cooler, of course. ; )
Posted by: cobblehiller at March 27, 2009 12:34 PM
"Maybe we should discuss how cat ownership affects historic brownstone interiors, lest we get in trouble."
Yeah, then we can get serious and have an indepth discussion of what kind of kitty litter to use. HA!
Posted by: cobblehiller at March 27, 2009 12:35 PM
Heather, you are right...I have yet to see a blog like this one garner many comments, on or off topic. And the few commenters there are no community.
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at March 27, 2009 12:36 PM
My "blog worthy" contribution for today:
Today is Ludwig Mies van der Rohe's birthday - famed German-American architect. I hope that was high-brow enough for the OT. I'm out. See you all later.
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at March 27, 2009 12:52 PM
To any lurkers out there that are too intimidated to post then just jump in - the water's lovely.
Just like in real life, if you go up to a stranger and insult them then you run the risk of a punch in the mouth. Say something nice or something interesting and you'll make new friends - just like in real life!
Posted by: the chicken at March 27, 2009 12:53 PM
Dave:
Did I miss something here or is your market now going to open on Stuyvesant and Macon now? Any info you have would be great.
Thanks.
Posted by: Miss Chiff at March 27, 2009 1:01 PM
"Today is Ludwig Mies van der Rohe's birthday"
Mr. B should have done a story on that. While he doesn't have any buildings in Brooklyn, he does in Manhattan...Seagram Building. One of my favorite modern buildings in NYC. It is truly a beautiful building.
One of my other favorite modern buildings is Lever Building.
Mr. B, how about doing some 'Farther Afield (from Brooklyn)' features on this site.
Posted by: bayridgegirl at March 27, 2009 1:02 PM
My belief is that there is not much going on, real estate wise, in Brooklyn lately. No(gasp)mega-million-dollar fixer-upper with four elderly rent control tennts sold yesterday in Clinton Hill. I don't think a house has sold in Clinton Hill all year. So things are slow.
We need to talk about something. Cats, edible spreads, and dibs' sex life seem like natural alternatives.
Posted by: sam at March 27, 2009 1:05 PM
Miss Chiff...it might. It's now in the hands of the owner of that building & Ardenia. Don't hold your breath but it may eventually open.
Posted by: daveinbedstuy at March 27, 2009 1:06 PM
quote:
Didn't Rob mention that Curbed was having a meet up too - like next week?
i misread that on curbed. it wasnt for the users. it was a meetup at a condo that offered freebies or something and invited curbed members directly. so totally different,.
and seriously what a bunch of cockroaches in that other tread. (cockroaches are people who lurk online and then only come out of the woodwork once or twice to complain about other users who have no clue who they are)
*rob*
Posted by: PitbullNYC at March 27, 2009 1:09 PM
Ah-ok, thanks for clarifying Rob.
Posted by: cobblehiller at March 27, 2009 1:21 PM
am wondering if some of you saw my posts on the "Commenting Thread"
maybe if some of the actual readers of this blog got paid for their advice/services by having a weekly stint/guest spot - maybe that would enhance the overall experience
thoughts? or am I stepping on someone toes?
Posted by: gemini10 at March 27, 2009 1:23 PM
"maybe if some of the actual readers of this blog got paid for their advice/services by having a weekly stint/guest spot"
It's an interesting idea, gemini. MM, for example, could do a Crown Heights piece. Bob Marvin could do a PLG piece. I'm sure there are lots of others that could contribute some very interesting informative work. Adam, Masterplvmber, etc as mentioned.
Whether they have the time or the inclination is another thing, as is Mr. B's ability/desire to pay for such a thing.
Posted by: cobblehiller at March 27, 2009 1:28 PM
gemini...I proposed something similar with Adam talking about mortgages.
Posted by: daveinbedstuy at March 27, 2009 1:29 PM
I just thought it was a good idea - I think there are many wise people on this blog that know something that I certainly do not and I often listen to them
Dibs often gives me sound advice as well as many others
I even appreciate the screwballs that say wacky things..
hahah!
CH - point taken about MR.B's willingness to host such a forum
Posted by: gemini10 at March 27, 2009 1:33 PM
Why does randolph now say that he's a man when his profile clearly has stated "Female" all along??
I'm not one to judge someone's gender disorientation but come on.
Posted by: daveinbedstuy at March 27, 2009 1:35 PM
Ah, sorry DIBS, that's where I got Adam and Masterplvmber. Yes, aside from me and my foolishness, there are plenty of smart, knowledgable people. : )
Posted by: cobblehiller at March 27, 2009 1:37 PM
I'm mystified that someone could be intimidated/uncomfortable to post on a blog. Geez, it's not like your standing in a room full of people trying to give a speech.
Posted by: DeLepp at March 27, 2009 1:52 PM
Rob, -yuk!
Posted by: sam at March 27, 2009 1:56 PM
Hmm, but it's still a room full of strangers and some are more comfortable with that than others, no? Do you walk into a party confident that you will find people to talk to or that people will talk to you? Some do, but plenty more are nervous or at least a little anxious, me thinks.
Posted by: cobblehiller at March 27, 2009 1:56 PM
I agree DeLepp. What could they be like in real life!!!!!
Posted by: daveinbedstuy at March 27, 2009 1:56 PM
Wow. I had meetings all morning and come here to find everything's blown up. It was actually nice to see that Rob had what I thought were some of the most intelligent (gulp) comments regarding the "quality of posting" issue! Of course, then I came here and read about what he did this morning. Rob is like the Manny Ramirez of Brownstoner - Rob being Rob.
Posted by: East New York at March 27, 2009 1:57 PM
Rob, just to let you know how I have grown to appreciate your, er, special style, I just quoted you on the Vermeil thread.
Posted by: sam at March 27, 2009 1:59 PM
Cobble, point taken. That's why gym and play time are so important in grade school. What better place to learn social skills then the playground. That and a class on compound interest would alleviate lots of issues.
Posted by: DeLepp at March 27, 2009 2:04 PM
hahah thanks sam. and eny, who is manny ramirez? and dont tell me to google cuz ill just tell you google is block at my job.
*rob*
Posted by: PitbullNYC at March 27, 2009 2:04 PM
rob,
I have no idea who manny ramirez is. Maybe dibs knows.
Posted by: sam at March 27, 2009 2:07 PM
How can you guys not know who Manny Ramirez is????? You don't watch any golf??? :)
Posted by: daveinbedstuy at March 27, 2009 2:08 PM
I think some people are just wired differently. Introverted vs. extroverted. That said, a parent's main role is to socialize their children!
"That and a class on compound interest would alleviate lots of issues."
You know it's funny, I think that more practical skills like 'compound interest', checkbook balancing, etc. would be really much more helpful than some things we are taught in school. Or maybe in addition to...
Posted by: cobblehiller at March 27, 2009 2:09 PM
tool thread.
Posted by: usualsuspectsaretools at March 27, 2009 2:12 PM
Guilty. 'Putts' me to sleep. ; )
Posted by: cobblehiller at March 27, 2009 2:15 PM
Glad you could join us, Mr. Tool. Or is it randolph? Feel free to formulate a thought and add something.
Posted by: daveinbedstuy at March 27, 2009 2:17 PM
dibs, what are the markets doing today? I can't get anything on my crackberry
Posted by: sam at March 27, 2009 2:19 PM
"eny, who is manny ramirez?"
He is a very talented major league baseball player for the Boston Red Sox, although he's actually from right here in Manhattan. Manny is known for being one of baseball's very best hitters as well as one of its absolute strangest personalities. He just does goofy stuff, and like you Rob, he also doesn't seem to care at all what people think about the goofy things he does. He just does stuff that makes you scratch your head, which has inspired the phrase "That's Manny being Manny."
Posted by: East New York at March 27, 2009 2:22 PM
DOW -150, Crude -2.30, Yield curve steady with yesterday. Euro & Pound slightly weaker.
Posted by: daveinbedstuy at March 27, 2009 2:22 PM
Do I have to wear as tie and jacket in here now or what?
Posted by: dittoburg at March 27, 2009 2:23 PM
hey i kind of agree with 'usualsuspectsaretools', i AM a tool?!?!?
Posted by: davidinbedstuy at March 27, 2009 2:24 PM
is an ass tie what you wear with your ass hat? Ha!
dibbs, bummer. I was hoping we would end the week up.
Posted by: sam at March 27, 2009 2:25 PM
Oh yeah, THAT Manny Ramirez! Hell, he's pretty famous!
Posted by: sam at March 27, 2009 2:28 PM
I was going about my day and these comments kept coming back to me:
"Nor is the level of discussion going on in today's Open Thread really where we'd like it to be."
"Can't remember the new user's name but he/she was absolutely thrashed. Maybe it was in an Open Thread? Can u remember?"
"March is actually going to be a record month in terms of visitor traffic--we'll clear 1.5 million pageviews for the first time so that's not a concern."
So according to Mr. B the open thread commenters aren't commenting at the appropriate highbrow levels. It's assumed they must be the one's who attacked an innocent newbie (who as it turns out makes comments that are anything but innocent).
Yet these open thread menaces helped him reach new records. Nice.
Am I wrong or does this seem really ungrateful?
Posted by: TownhouseLady at March 27, 2009 2:29 PM
Wow...we have a really, really lame new poster here.
Posted by: daveinbedstuy at March 27, 2009 2:34 PM
hey guys,
let me show you my tool belt. it's chalk full of tools for this thread!!
Posted by: davidinbedstuy at March 27, 2009 2:35 PM
THL,
You make a great point, but I've never found a proprietor of any business to be grateful for my purchases (which directly feed him/her), so I wouldn't expect A web proprietor to be grateful for my time and comments (which inderectly feeds him/her)
Posted by: Troy McClure at March 27, 2009 2:37 PM
At least I know the proper words to use in a sentence... "chalk full?"
Posted by: daveinbedstuy at March 27, 2009 2:38 PM
Um..are there two daves now? chalk and chuck?
Posted by: sam at March 27, 2009 2:41 PM
THL, I think I was pretty direct about that in my post over there. It was ... uncalled for!
signed,
cobble*1SOTD, 1QOTD*hiller, PWCHA, full-fledge card carrying tool.
Posted by: cobblehiller at March 27, 2009 2:42 PM
Everyone should start off their posts "Dear Brownstoner" or better still "Ladies & Gentlemen".
Suitable sign-offs include "I remain your humble servant, yours sincerely" or "Please do not hesitate to call me if you have any questions or comments".
Posted by: dittoburg at March 27, 2009 2:43 PM
anyone watch Tool Academy on vh1? i still have most of it on dvr..
*rob*
Posted by: PitbullNYC at March 27, 2009 2:43 PM
There's only one dave, sam. This amateur will hardly be able to keep up. Besides, he'll have to get back to his post at Target soon or his mother will pop into his room and see he's not doing his homework.
Posted by: daveinbedstuy at March 27, 2009 2:45 PM
ditto...lets not take this too far. A simple "Yours truly," will suffice.
Posted by: daveinbedstuy at March 27, 2009 2:46 PM
pit,
i watch tool academy....with my buddy davidinbedstuy
Posted by: FARTslope at March 27, 2009 2:46 PM
oh right, dave and david....
I knew that dave would not write something as idiotic as "chalk-full" -ha!
....what a maroon!
Posted by: sam at March 27, 2009 2:48 PM
Where did Snappy go? Did she take all this personally?
This is all malarkey, I say!
Posted by: bayridgegirl at March 27, 2009 2:49 PM
Perhaps it should be called the malarkey thread so people don't get the wrong idea. Or the codswallop thread.
Posted by: dittoburg at March 27, 2009 2:53 PM
"Am I wrong or does this seem really ungrateful?"
No, I don't think you're wrong. It does seem ungrateful.
"but I've never found a proprietor of any business to be grateful for my purchases (which directly feed him/her)"
You're buying stuff in the wrong places. Granted, this doesn't occur everywhere, but I have several places I go to buy things (my barber, the doggie daycare place I sometimes take my dog, my dry cleaner, the local bodega guy who sells me off-price cigarettes) where the people in various ways express their appreciation for my services. That's whay I continue to patronize these places. You need to find some new places to shop, Troy.
Posted by: East New York at March 27, 2009 2:54 PM
Hiya all. I had to go out and put a few miles on my sneakers and regulate my breathing :) I'm annoyed that I let this issue annoy me this much! Argh! Anywhoo...was anything resolved? Does the OT now have a limit of topics?
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at March 27, 2009 2:55 PM
I agree, ENY...I've had lots of places appreciate the business, and not just a recent phenomenon either.
Posted by: daveinbedstuy at March 27, 2009 2:58 PM
i think commenting on grammar is really cool!! anybody else?
what say we all have a grammar meetup?
Posted by: FARTslope at March 27, 2009 2:58 PM
Why did the OT all of a sudden get dumbed down with FARTslope and davidinbedstuy? Oh, I see, grade school just let out.
Posted by: daveinbedstuy at March 27, 2009 3:00 PM
OK thats three suggestions I've come up with now without a hint of thanks or cupcakes from Mr. B.
Posted by: dittoburg at March 27, 2009 3:00 PM
FART slope is absolutely hilarious....
daveinbedstuy, the OT has always been dumbed down by tools such as yourself.
Posted by: usualsuspectsaretools at March 27, 2009 3:09 PM
I think cupcakes for everybody would take care of all this.
Posted by: bayridgegirl at March 27, 2009 3:10 PM
There would have been a time for such a word.
To-morrow, and to-morrow, and to-morrow,
Creeps in this petty pace from day to day
To the last syllable of recorded time,
And all our yesterdays have lighted fools
The way to dusty death. Out, out, brief candle!
Life's but a walking shadow, a poor player
That struts and frets his hour upon the stage
And then is heard no more: it is a tale
Told by an idiot, full of sound and fury,
Signifying nothing.
Posted by: SnarkSlope at March 27, 2009 3:10 PM
the open thread is an e-palimpsest.
Posted by: dittoburg at March 27, 2009 3:12 PM
DId someone say cupcakes? Here ya go! I'd make some myself if that would help?
http://www.hostessblog.com/wp-content/uploads/uploaded_images/hellonaomi_cupcakes_2.jpg
Posted by: cobblehiller at March 27, 2009 3:19 PM
Personally, I think Mr. B is being extremely passive aggressive about this. He doesn't have the cajones to tell people what he thinks so he lets the non commenting peanut gallery have at the regulars.
Way to go!
Posted by: Brownterds at March 27, 2009 3:19 PM
Too bad you can't post as davidinbedstuy anymore, tool.
besides, no one here seems to be paying any attention to you and your reacharound, FARTslope and now I'm done with you too.
You remind me of the faded type guests of long ago. The only tool we're seeing is that miniscrewdriver between your legs that you're holding onto!!!
In the words of our hero, The What, Buh Bye.
Posted by: daveinbedstuy at March 27, 2009 3:21 PM
I probably am shopping in the wrong places, but I live in Park Slope and have never found the shop owners to be appreciative. Not expecting a handjob in the back room, but a "hey how's it going?" would be nice when you've been going to the same place since grade school.
Interestingly, the friendliest shop owners seem to be middle eastern guys, but that may be because they assume I am part of the fold.
Posted by: Troy McClure at March 27, 2009 3:21 PM
Brownterds, you read my mind. I still say it's about getting clicks. He hasn't bothered to state what he expects of the OT or quality in other threads despite numerous people asking him what he wants. B.S. plain and simple.
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at March 27, 2009 3:22 PM
Troy, there is one little corner store in Greenwood Heights, I think it's called Hamza, where I get star treatment. They are the only shop owners I have had in a long time greet me when I come in, ask me how I'm doing, etc. I actually wind up having a conversation with the guys for 5 minutes or so each time I go in. That keeps me going back. Other stores, and Mr. B, could learn a lot from that example.
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at March 27, 2009 3:25 PM
Troy...I get friendly remarks from my dry cleaner, the owners and employees of Peaches & Solomon's Porch, Jolie & Downtown Atlantic, Los Paisanos and the Fish Tales guys whenever I go back. And yes, the bodega guys too.
Far more than I ever got in Manhattan
Posted by: daveinbedstuy at March 27, 2009 3:27 PM
Next week you'll be required to take an IQ test, a literacy exam and submit a long format essay on the virtues of Brooklyn and it's architectural significance. After a review board (comprised mostly of New Yorker contributors) reviews and approves your submission will you then be allowed to post.
Commoners disgust me!
Posted by: Brownterds at March 27, 2009 3:28 PM
No! I am not Prince Hamlet, nor was meant to be;
Am an attendant lord, one that will do
To swell a progress, start a scene or two,
Advise the prince; no doubt, an easy tool,
Deferential, glad to be of use,
Politic, cautious, and meticulous;
Full of high sentence, but a bit obtuse;
At times, indeed, almost ridiculous--
Almost, at times, the Fool.
Posted by: SnarkSlope at March 27, 2009 3:29 PM
Shall we start calling you ShakeSlope?
Posted by: cobblehiller at March 27, 2009 3:33 PM
Or SlopeSpeare?
Posted by: cobblehiller at March 27, 2009 3:33 PM
Now you know what the "S" in "T. S. Eliot" stands for.
Posted by: SnarkSlope at March 27, 2009 3:37 PM
LOL Cobble!
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at March 27, 2009 3:38 PM
I, I, I feel so cheap. So common.
BRG, what was with the hypocrite comment? Were you being serious?
Posted by: cobblehiller at March 27, 2009 3:38 PM
What are brownterds as opposed to brownturds??? Or was spelling never your strong point????
Posted by: daveinbedstuy at March 27, 2009 3:38 PM
do a credit check before being allowed to post.
Glad to see you're raising the tone Snarky.
Posted by: dittoburg at March 27, 2009 3:38 PM
stearns
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at March 27, 2009 3:39 PM
Snappy, in light of the discussion in the 'other thread', I think you and I may have to consider curtailing our sing-a-longs. BUt have no fear, we can all still share recipes, as long as they are Italianate, Victorian or wood-frame-based.
Posted by: cobblehiller at March 27, 2009 3:40 PM
Pardon me, but may I please speak with the manager?
I am a new poster and I haven't received any sort of welcome package. No brochures, No tour, No basket of freshly baked muffins, not even so much as a hello!
No wonder you're getting such a bad reputation!
I'd like to be directed to the head of the welcoming committee post haste.
Posted by: Brownterds at March 27, 2009 3:42 PM
Cobble, yes, I think our crooning days are over (though I still don't see how anyone can be angry about the OT. Don't wanna read it? Don't click on it!)
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at March 27, 2009 3:42 PM
What's everybody having for dinner???
Posted by: daveinbedstuy at March 27, 2009 3:42 PM
what a stressful day this has been here..
im TOTALLY putting in extra bean bag time tonight!
*rob*
Posted by: PitbullNYC at March 27, 2009 3:42 PM
So, what would the historic brownstone-dweller do with a pound of ground beef for dinner? I'm thinking tacos, but not really into it. (I actually bought ground beef instead of ground turkey folks! Stop the presses!)
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at March 27, 2009 3:43 PM
brownturds is simply vulgar DIBS! I don't want to offend anyone's delicate sensibilities.
Posted by: Brownterds at March 27, 2009 3:44 PM
LOL Rob! And I wanted to tell you that your comments were among the most sane in that thread. I don't care what anyone says or thinks about you. You provoke thoughts and inspire discussion. Let the wanna-be-post-editors be damned!
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at March 27, 2009 3:45 PM
Do you have any potatoes?
You can make a Shepards pie.
Posted by: TownhouseLady at March 27, 2009 3:47 PM
rob...you had the most level headed, realistic comments of anyone on the Comments thread today.
Snappy...make spanish rice...ground beef, sauteed onions and green peppers, rice and tomato sauce. Cook the rice first then bake it all until you get a nice crust on the top (thats my favorite part). A pound of ground beef will give you at least 4 dinners of spanish rice when its all mixed up and cooked
Posted by: daveinbedstuy at March 27, 2009 3:48 PM
You can leave the onions out but not the green peppers.
Posted by: daveinbedstuy at March 27, 2009 3:48 PM
"welcoming committee post haste."
Hi Browntreds, I'm cobblehiller, and I would like to personally extend a warm and hearty welcome to you. You should be receiving your welcome kit, stickers and blow-up mini-brownstone via USPS any minute, we're messengering them over.
Please feel free to contribute as much or as little as you please, as randomly as you please, and with great enthusiasm! Don't mind What, he's a little grouchy, but I love him!
We hope to see you at our next Un-Official Official 'Stoner party. [No, we don't smoke pot there.]
Ciao!
cobblehiller, PWCHA
Posted by: cobblehiller at March 27, 2009 3:49 PM
Dave, I actually don't like Spanish Rice.
THL, I don't like shepherd's pie.
(sorry - picky priscilla over here! I should totally stop asking for recipes since I hate so much stuff)
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at March 27, 2009 3:51 PM
And it freezes well.
The rest of you please try and keep up and stay on topic. This is not some community welcome-wagon. Its near approaching dinner time.
Posted by: daveinbedstuy at March 27, 2009 3:52 PM
Cobble, that was great! But you left out the temporary tiara and map of asshat-free nabes in Brooklyn :)
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at March 27, 2009 3:52 PM
well then make a hamburger for god's sake. :)
Posted by: daveinbedstuy at March 27, 2009 3:53 PM
Meatballs? You can freeze some for later.
Meatloaf - very depression era! ; )
Posted by: cobblehiller at March 27, 2009 3:53 PM
Nobody gets a freakin tiara unless they earn it.
Posted by: daveinbedstuy at March 27, 2009 3:54 PM
Ummm many plays for the LA Dodgers for the record.
Posted by: dirty_hipster at March 27, 2009 3:55 PM
"temporary tiara and map of asshat-free nabes in Brooklyn"
Sorry Snappy, that's where I draw the line, you have to earn your tiara's around here!
And ass-hat free nabes? Are you kidding me? I didn't know there were any! ; )
Posted by: cobblehiller at March 27, 2009 3:55 PM
Manny
Posted by: dirty_hipster at March 27, 2009 3:55 PM
Oh, and which light beer goes best with a Greenwood Heights rental with brown carpet and an off-white Ikea sofa? Keep your recommendations contextual folks!
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at March 27, 2009 3:55 PM
Oh, and everyone gets a Brownstoner refrigerator magnet, too.
Posted by: cobblehiller at March 27, 2009 3:55 PM
Boy is Biff gonna be pissed that he missed the Comments post!!!
Posted by: daveinbedstuy at March 27, 2009 3:56 PM
I don't like meatloaf either :( (surprise, surprise!) I guess I'm having tacos :)
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at March 27, 2009 3:56 PM
dibs, you cook the rice first and then add it to the ground meat as it cooks or after? then you bake it for the crust?
Posted by: sam at March 27, 2009 3:57 PM
I prefer a nice Amstel light to go with my historical details.
Posted by: TownhouseLady at March 27, 2009 3:59 PM
Snappy and Dave,
Maybe it's just me then.
Anyone here shop 7th Ave much? Do you find the shop owners to be friendly/surly/indifferent?
Posted by: Troy McClure at March 27, 2009 4:01 PM
I like Amstel Light. Good stuff. Must admit though, I only drink that when I'm out somewhere. At home I tend to quaff a Bud Light. Shameful, I know :)
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at March 27, 2009 4:02 PM
I prefer a perfectly chilled pinot gris with my bitter renters hovel.
Posted by: cobblehiller at March 27, 2009 4:02 PM
Troy, I don't really care for shopping on 7th. They don't really have anything I'm interested in. I used to dine there sometimes, but I haven't in a while. I can't attest to their friendliness.
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at March 27, 2009 4:03 PM
In your Brooklyn rental kitchen do you have any Bisquick Snappy?
Posted by: TownhouseLady at March 27, 2009 4:04 PM
"BRG, what was with the hypocrite comment? Were you being serious?"
I was serious. I found it hyporcitical of people to post a comment regarding commenting when they have NEVER posted anything else on Brownstoner. I'm not going to call anyone out, but there were a few that admitted to being long time readers and they were posting for the first time in that thread.
Whatever......
Posted by: bayridgegirl at March 27, 2009 4:05 PM
Anyone ever had Lindeman's Framboise? It goes great with salmon or tilapia. Oh, and it I'll bet it also goes great with hardwood floors with cherry inlays :) I think it also helps to bring out the texture of damask curtains.
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at March 27, 2009 4:05 PM
I'm retiring and moving to UrbanDigs. This blog is too squalid for a person of my caiber. And the taxes are too high.
Posted by: dittoburg at March 27, 2009 4:06 PM
Nope, no bisquick, THL. And I don't like biscuits! (I'm impossible!)
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at March 27, 2009 4:06 PM
sam...yes...cook the rice, brown the meat, sautee the peppers, throw it all in a big baking dish with some tomato sauce and heat it at 350 or so until the top browns a bit.
Lots of salt when you eat it, even if you do have high BP like me!!!
Posted by: daveinbedstuy at March 27, 2009 4:10 PM
I don't know what you all are talking about. I find most Brooklyn shop owners to be very friendly and almost obsequious. I mean, if they are really the proprietors. Of course I'm friendly too, I don't go in there all big-honcho like. It's the store employees in Brooklyn that are just horrible. Is there anywhere in the world with ruder more sullen less happy workers than in shops and supermarkets all over the Boro? That's why Trader Joe's is such a pleasure. Happy people working at the registers and behind the counters!!!!
Posted by: sam at March 27, 2009 4:10 PM
Ok, Cobble, I'm retracting the 'temporary tiara' from the welcome package suggestion. Instead, how about a handbook that describes the awards given out here, guidelines on how to win one, and a description of the tiara and sash awarded with each win? Be sure to add a footnote about a certain poster (ahem-bxgirl) refuses to turn over tiaras after the next person wins :)
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at March 27, 2009 4:11 PM
thanks snappy.
Posted by: Troy McClure at March 27, 2009 4:11 PM
Sam, there is a lot to be said about happy employees. It always makes for a better shopping experience.
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at March 27, 2009 4:13 PM
Snappy, look up a recipe online for bobotie, a South African (by way of Malaysia) curried meatloaf. Super yummy.
Have a good weekend y'all.
Posted by: slopefarm at March 27, 2009 4:14 PM
Dave, thanks.
I do have high BP.
It's the GD economy on my nerves.
I will try the Spanish Rice, sounds right up my alley. Tho tonight the wife sez she is making chicken kiev, whatever.
So we couldn't keep up the rally. Too bad. I was hoping to spend part of the evening like Scrooge McDuck counting my assets, but its too depressing until we hit at least 8000 again. Weren't we at 13,000 like the day before yesterday?
Have a good weekend everyone!!!
Posted by: sam at March 27, 2009 4:15 PM
I don't eat curried anything! (yep, impossible!)
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at March 27, 2009 4:16 PM
I'm leaving for Penn Station in a few minutes. Looks like this thread is dying out anyway.
Have a good weekend all, but I think its going to be a wet one. I fertilized the garden on Wednesday so I'm hoping for some good rain anyway.
Posted by: daveinbedstuy at March 27, 2009 4:17 PM
[You are impossible Snappy!]
[Dave, put down the salt!]
All excellent suggestions, Snappy.
The welcoming committee — that would be the, uh, you know, regular posters - oh fuggit - usual suspects — will come to your home, massage your shoulders while you post and suggest threads that might appeal to you. Furthermore, if anyone annoys you, we will have them 'disposed' off. We know people who know people who've met people that do that!
Posted by: cobblehiller at March 27, 2009 4:17 PM
I don't eat curried anything either, Snappy. but I do have a cute Bangladeshi friend.
Posted by: daveinbedstuy at March 27, 2009 4:18 PM
Enjoy Dave.
Posted by: cobblehiller at March 27, 2009 4:19 PM
quote:
rob...you had the most level headed, realistic comments of anyone on the Comments thread today.
thanks. SEE im not always an incoherent mess of a manchild!
*rob*
Posted by: PitbullNYC at March 27, 2009 4:19 PM
"We know people who know people who've met people that do that!"
Re-write:
We know Assheads who know Asshats who've met A**holes that do that!
Posted by: bayridgegirl at March 27, 2009 4:19 PM
Oh, wait...I lied. My dad makes curry chicken with rice. That I like. So, I do eat something curried. That, however, does not mitigate the fact that I'm impossible :)
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at March 27, 2009 4:23 PM
I haven't got any additional contextual comments to add so enjoy your weekend everyone.
Perhaps I'll be back to "page click" on Monday perhaps not we'll wait and see if our patronage is welcomed or reviled.
"We know people who know people who've met people that do that!" -Could you imagine if I'D said that?? puhleeze!
Posted by: TownhouseLady at March 27, 2009 4:23 PM
"We know Assheads who know Asshats who've met A**holes that do that!"
Hilarious BRG! LOL!!
Posted by: cobblehiller at March 27, 2009 4:24 PM
Hey Sam,
good point, i didn't differentiate between owner and employee but in a small shop, it doesn't matter much. And a few of the stores that I'm thinking of are definitely owner run.
Posted by: Troy McClure at March 27, 2009 4:24 PM
Have a good weekend THL :)
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at March 27, 2009 4:25 PM
How do you know it's not a consortium of International thugs, THL?! You're making assumptions dear! ; )
Posted by: cobblehiller at March 27, 2009 4:25 PM
mmmmmm...curried everything.
I'm getting Indian food tonight!!
Posted by: bayridgegirl at March 27, 2009 4:26 PM
Me want curry NOW!
Posted by: cobblehiller at March 27, 2009 4:30 PM
If one were to try indian food and had a weak stomach, what non-spicy dishes would you recommend?
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at March 27, 2009 4:33 PM
naan
Posted by: dittoburg at March 27, 2009 4:36 PM
Maybe Aloo Matar Gobi - cauliflower, peas and potatoes. Usually pretty mild. Or Chicken Tikka Masala - not too spicy - more tomato saucy. But I would always ask for mild...
Posted by: cobblehiller at March 27, 2009 4:36 PM
Well, Naan, for starters...(hah)
Posted by: jeffrey at March 27, 2009 4:37 PM
what's in naan?
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at March 27, 2009 4:37 PM
Hiya Jeffrey! Cobble, quick, tell him about the welcome packet!
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at March 27, 2009 4:38 PM
Tandoori Chicken
Chicken Tikki Masala (with curry)
Chicken Tikki (dry)
Biryani
Pulao
Some veggie dishes aren't that spicy, like the spinach
And it depends where you go to eat Indian.
Posted by: bayridgegirl at March 27, 2009 4:39 PM
what non-spicy dishes would you recommend?
Just order the Indian beer and Saltines.
Posted by: sam at March 27, 2009 4:40 PM
Heh, that's okay snappy...been here since it launched...on blogspot.
Posted by: jeffrey at March 27, 2009 4:40 PM
sanppy - its a joke. Naan (like an Indian pitta bread) is bland and is sort of pronounced none.
Posted by: dittoburg at March 27, 2009 4:41 PM
Indian beer and saltines it is then!
Jeffrey, then welcome to the circus! Get out your face paint and big floppy shoes and be prepared to party :)
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at March 27, 2009 4:44 PM
I'm slow on the uptake! So, the naan is bread, eh? Sounds right up my alley :)
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at March 27, 2009 4:45 PM
Welcome Jeffrey!
Ooh, are you a lurker? Hey everybody! There's an actual lurker in here! Cool!
Posted by: cobblehiller at March 27, 2009 4:45 PM
Have any of you ever had a Dosa?
Delish!!!!
Maybe this weekend I'll go to Jackson Heights, I'm getting a craving for a Dosa
Posted by: bayridgegirl at March 27, 2009 4:46 PM
Don't eat the green sauce - it has hot pepper in it, Snappy.
Posted by: cobblehiller at March 27, 2009 4:49 PM
FYI - Jefrey is not a lurker. He's posted in other threads before.
Posted by: bayridgegirl at March 27, 2009 4:50 PM
Really? Hm, I don't recall seeing the name. Sorry Jeffrey!
Posted by: cobblehiller at March 27, 2009 4:52 PM
cobblehiller, as much as I'd like to be able to be on here all day, haven't had the time to follow into the deeper waters of these here comment threads in a while.
Use to contribute here and there with photos and article tips in years past (from cobble hill, actually) but yeah, have downgraded to just another f'in observer here, mea culpa.
As one other person above commented, there are so many comments by the time a person checks in later in the day or evenings that it's hardly worth posting into a conversation that's already evolved/devolved to personal chat-chat, for the most part.
But don't let me get in the way of you owning the place, carry on...
Posted by: jeffrey at March 27, 2009 4:54 PM
Well, isnt there still a welcome packet for the OT?
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at March 27, 2009 4:54 PM
^ sarcasm ;)
Posted by: jeffrey at March 27, 2009 4:54 PM
The brown sauce is sweet. It's made out of tamarind.
If you like a tangy taste, next time you get indian ask for Achar (sp?). It's pickled things, ie. mango, carrots, garlic, etc.
Eat it with the rice....yummy.
Posted by: bayridgegirl at March 27, 2009 4:55 PM
Actually, yes, I find that I *do* need a new student orientation packet for the OT threads, now that you mention it.
Posted by: jeffrey at March 27, 2009 4:56 PM
I don't own this anymore than anyone else.
Nite all.
Posted by: cobblehiller at March 27, 2009 4:58 PM
I'm allergic to mangoes. Do all of these dishes include nuts and or mangoes? Yikes. Or artichokes? I could die trying to broaden my food horizons!!
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at March 27, 2009 4:59 PM
Dosa is a thin bread that is filled with something* and rolled.
*potatos
*veggies
*spices
There's a wide variety of fillings.
Posted by: bayridgegirl at March 27, 2009 5:00 PM
We'll get that packet fed-exed to you asap Jeffrey :)
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at March 27, 2009 5:00 PM
here you go, Snappy
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dosa
I didn't know that the bread was made out of rice and lentils.
Posted by: bayridgegirl at March 27, 2009 5:01 PM
its a doozey
Posted by: dittoburg at March 27, 2009 5:01 PM
Anybody know a good place in Brooklyn to get a Dosa?
I just probably ask on Monday when there's people around to ask.
Posted by: bayridgegirl at March 27, 2009 5:03 PM
Thanks for the link. I gotta run. Enjoy the weekend everybody:)
Posted by: InsertSnappyNameHere at March 27, 2009 5:05 PM
"Ummm many plays for the LA Dodgers for the record."
Oh yeah. Hipster is right. I'm a Yankee fan so I guess I can't see Manny as anything but a Red Sox.
"blow-up mini-brownstone"
HA!
Posted by: East New York at March 27, 2009 5:06 PM
quote:
I just probably ask on Monday when there's people around to ask.
but what if we are all banned and/or post restricted. i dont think anyone is going to use one of their precious posts to answer your questions about where to get a good dosa! :-/
okay almost time for me to pack up and head out. have a good weekend! <3
*rob*
Posted by: PitbullNYC at March 27, 2009 5:18 PM
Rob, I propose a cap-and-trade system whereby regulars pay lurkers for extra posts above the set limits.
Posted by: jeffrey at March 27, 2009 5:23 PM
I'm making a market in posts. There will be a bid and ask price and I will make a small profit on each one. If I do an extremely good job of cleaning up the toxic posts I will pay myself a humungous bonus.
once this business reaches a critical mass, I will float an Initial Public Offering (IPO). Any of the regular Asshats will be able to get in beforehand at a reduced price.
You are guaranteed a profit.
Posted by: daveinbedstuy at March 27, 2009 5:33 PM
Er, no, that's not right. Should be:
...whereby regulars provide beers for lurkers at social events in exchange for lurkers' additional/unused posting credits, allowing regulars to post above set limits.
Okay. Much better.
Posted by: jeffrey at March 27, 2009 5:37 PM
DIBS - Nice system, but who will underwrite the default swaps to hedge against the aggregate of individual FAIL posts?
Posted by: jeffrey at March 27, 2009 5:41 PM
I will trade some of my posts for sexual favors. Send pic.
Posted by: daveinbedstuy at March 27, 2009 5:42 PM
jeffrey...I'm inviting the What in on this at the venture capital stage. if there are any failed trades he gets to use his baseball bat.
Snappy will be hired on as legal council and to fulfill other quotas.
Posted by: daveinbedstuy at March 27, 2009 5:46 PM
i will also have a back office made up largely of illegal Latino guys....kinda like the kitchens of most finer NYC restaurants. there will definitely be a path of career advancement.
Did you all know that the current HEAD CHEF of Les Halles on Park Ave started as an illegal immigrant in that kitchen. That's what I call America.
Posted by: daveinbedstuy at March 27, 2009 5:49 PM
TO: BAY RIDGE GIRL
RE: MIES VAN DER ROHE
There are traces of a Mies project in Brooklyn: University Terrace near Pratt Institute in Clinton Hill, a Mitchell-Lama project, originally planned by Mies.
Although the firm Kelly and Gruzen ultimately did the architecture, Mies' "slab block" principles are still evident in the three towers that leave most of their superblocks open for lawns and parking lots, quite similar to the Colonnade Apartments in Newark and Lafayette Gardens in Detroit, contemporary urban renewal projects designed by the Great One.
I learned this when friends of my parents bought an apartment at University Terrace when I was a boy. I recall the project's original name as "The Quadrangles," no doubt referring to the Pratt campus, and appearing on maps of Brooklyn at the time.
University Terrace was definitely one of the better looking Mitchell-Lama projects. It was built by the Tishman group which, the project's brochures proudly announced, were responsible for many of the "fine" cooperatives along Park Avenue.
Our friends' apartment was quite nice and had a big, square living room in the corner of the building, unusual when most other new buildings had bedrooms at this location. This arrangement was similar to Mies' Lake Shore Drive Apartments in Chicago, where as many living rooms as possible are located at corners to take advantage of the view. But the Brooklyn apartments had an advantage over the Chicago numbers: they had balconies extending the living rooms' width.
I remember thinking University Terrace very sleek, with its plate glass lobbies approached by private driveways. I don't know the condition of the project now, but in its day it represented The New for a segment of middle-class Brooklynites who didn't move to the suburbs.
Nostalgic on Park Avenue
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